Welcome to Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective. Demitri Fardelos and Mary Scott co-host this podcast series with the help and support of their collaborators: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, and the Strategic Planning Goal Team. This season discusses Orthodox Servant Leadership, diving into topics from understanding Christian Orthodox servant leadership to developing volunteer teams to conflict resolution. In this episode, Fr. Andrew Karamitos from St. Sophia in Elgin, IL  joins Demitri to discuss basic on-boarding and orientation to the parish council and church ministries. Fr. Andrew and Presvytera Georgianne have been serving the parish of St. Sophia for the last 24 years. The parish has recently completed the construction of a new church, classrooms, and administrative wing. Given his recent experiences leading the church through this monumental project, he discusses parishioners’ on-boarding to a parish council or a parish ministry. Today’s program gives an opportunity to better understand the basic orientation to being on a parish council or a ministry.Featured Speakers:  Father Andrew Karamitos, Presiding Priest, Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox ChurchCo-hosts Demitri Fardelos and Mary ScottRead this episode's recap over on the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago's website: This podcast is a part of the Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective series from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago.

Welcome to Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective. Demitri Fardelos and Mary Scott co-host this podcast with the help and support of their collaborators: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, and the Strategic Planning Goal Team. This season discusses Orthodox Servant Leadership, diving into topics from understanding Christian Orthodox servant leadership to developing volunteer teams to ethical negotiation skills. In this episode, Fr. Dustin Lyon joins Demitri and Mary to discuss dealing with difficult situations and conflict resolution. Fr. Dustin and Presvytera Nicki are currently at Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox Church. Fr. Dustin is no stranger to difficult situations. He's dealt with a church roof collapse, the selling and buying of church property, a major renovation, a church fire and restoration, and, on top of all this, a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic. Of course, each of these situations produced conflict, but Fr. Dustin discusses how he has navigated situations like these. Conflict is a part of life—it’s something everyone grows up with. It starts during childhood, but even as adults, it can be difficult to not let anger get the better of a person. “I’m right and you’re wrong” will not resolve any conflict. Conflict is difficult when it happens between parishioners, and everyone wants to avoid hurt feelings or someone leaving the church due to conflict. This episode allows the listener an opportunity to better handle conflict and difficult situations. Developing these skills will help leaders in the parish, community, and workplace.Featured Speakers: Father Dustin Lyon, Proistamenos, Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox ChurchCo-hosts Demitri Fardelos and Mary ScottRead this episode's recap over on the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago's website: This podcast is a part of the Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective series from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago.

Welcome to Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective. Demitri Fardelos and Mary Scott co-host this podcast with the help and support of their collaborators: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, and the Strategic Planning Goal Team. This season discusses Orthodox Servant Leadership, diving into topics from understanding Christian Orthodox servant leadership to developing volunteer teams to conflict resolution. In this episode, Fr. Doug Papulis, Protopresbyter from St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in St. Louis, MO joins Demitri and Mary to discuss developing servant leadership qualities. Fr. Doug and Presvytera Christina have lived in the St. Louis area for over 20 years.Negotiations are often connotated with a business setting, but negotiation extends to the household and Church. It’s easy to approach negotiations with a win-lose mindset. Today’s program gives an opportunity to better understand ethical negotiations and why it is important to develop these skills to be better leaders in the parish, community, and workplace. Featured Speakers: Father Douglas Papulis, Protopresbyter, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox ChurchCo-hosts Demitri Fardelos and Mary ScottRead this episode's recap over on the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago's website: This podcast is a part of the Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective series from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago.

Welcome to Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective. Demitri Fardelos and Mary Scott co-host this podcast with the help and support of their collaborators: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, and the Strategic Planning Goal Team. This season discusses Orthodox Servant Leadership, diving into topics from developing servant leadership qualities to developing volunteer teams to conflict resolution. In this episode, Fr. Chrysanthos Kerkeres from St. George in Chicago joins Demitri and Mary to discuss how to develop collaborative volunteer teams that drive the Church’s mission forward. Father and Presvytera Vicki have been serving at St. George in Chicago for the last eight years.Volunteer recruiting can be difficult—finding the right members for the right positions. Parish leaders want to fit spots, but they do not want volunteers who are counterproductive and create conflict in the group. This episode discusses how leaders can recruit and develop better volunteers. Featured Speakers: Rev. Father Chrysanthos Kerkeres, Presiding Priest, St. George ChicagoCo-hosts Demitri Fardelos and Mary ScottRead this episode's recap over on the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago's website: This podcast is a part of the Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective series from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago.

Welcome to Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective. Demitri Fardelos and Mary Scott co-host this podcast with the help and support of their collaborators: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, and the Strategic Planning Goal Team. This season discusses Orthodox Servant Leadership, diving into topics from understanding Christian Orthodox servant leadership to developing volunteer teams to conflict resolution. In this episode, Fr. Tim Sas from St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church joins Demitri and Mary to discuss developing servant leadership qualities. Fr. Tim has been serving in Minnesota for the last 20 years and has a beautiful family with Presvytera Gabriela and four daughters.  Fr. Tim also regularly consults with nonprofit organizations on organizational management and behavior. Today’s program allows listeners a better understanding of servant leadership and why it is important to develop these skills to be better leaders in the parish, community, and the workplace.This episode talks about understanding servant leadership and why it is important to develop skills to guide leadership in the parish, community, and workplace. A servant leader is different from other types of leadership because a servant leader prioritizes service to his/her people, while typical leadership prioritizes the achievement of a set goal. Featured Speakers: Father Timothy Sas, Proistamenos, St. Mary's Greek Orthodox ChurchCo-hosts Demitri Fardelos and Mary ScottRead this episode's recap over on the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago's website: This podcast is a part of the Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective series from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago.

Welcome to Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective. Demitri Fardelos and Mary Scott co-host this podcast with the help and support of their collaborators: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, and the Strategic Planning Goal Team. This season discusses Orthodox Servant Leadership, diving into topics from developing servant leadership qualities to developing volunteer teams to conflict resolution.In this episode, Fr. Perry Hamalis from Naperville, IL joins Demitri and Mary to discuss developing Orthodox Christian Leadership. He is a professor of Religious Studies at North Central College in Naperville and has been teaching full-time for the past 17 years. Fr. Perry is an expert in Orthodox Christian Theology and Ethics. Joining a church organization, leaders want to serve Christ, the parish, and the community, not money or power. There is a difference between management styles suited for a business setting and what is used in Orthodox Christian tradition. Lay leaders should embrace a different type of leadership style—a servant leadership style based on the examples and teachings of Christ. This episode gives an opportunity to better understand Orthodox Christian leadership and why it is important in the parish, the community, and the workplace. Featured Speakers: Rev. Dr. Perry Hamalis, Cecelia Schneller Mueller Professor of Religion, Professor of Religious Studies, North Central CollegeCo-hosts Demitri Fardelos and Mary ScottRead this episode's recap over on the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago's website: This podcast is a part of the Called to Lead: An Orthodox Christian Perspective podcast by the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago.