ACSI Podcasts
On this channel are ACSI’s four podcasts: Sharpening Kingdom Leaders, with President & CEO Dr. Larry Taylor. Grafted Together, with Chief Ministry Officer Jerry Nelson. Student Leadership & Learning, with SLL Director Emily Pigott. The Flourishing Journey, with Director of Leadership Programs Dr. Edward Bunn. ACSI’s podcasts aim to equip Christian school educators and strengthen you in your calling to impact the next generation for Christ. On a weekly basis, you can hear interviews, stories, research, and more. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Watch these episodes on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@associationofchristianscho4983/featured
Episodes

Apr 25, 2025
Apr 25, 2025
11 min
Jerry Nelson discusses the purpose and goals of Christian education, emphasizing the need for divine guidance over external influences. He explores these themes using Dr. Glenn Schultz's book, which outlines principles for Kingdom Education. The podcast aims to foster a global conversation about integrating biblical principles into education, focusing on developing a Christian worldview and character in students. Dr. Schultz's updated definition of Kingdom Education highlights its Bible-based and Christ-centered nature, aiming to lead and build up students in Christ.
The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education.
All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each month, available here on YouTube and in audio-only form on most major podcast platforms. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Apr 18, 2025
Apr 18, 2025
24 min
Building a culture of trust and accountability must be rooted in Christian values to foster personal growth, integrity, and trust. Biblical examples, such as Nathan and David, illustrate how accountability can lead to repentance and not just correction. Activities like role-playing scenarios and trust walks are suggested to help students practice accountability and build trust. Addressing failure with grace is crucial, seeing it as a learning opportunity rather than an endpoint.
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The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's Student Leadership & Learning Director.
The ACSI Podcasts help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info on all four shows here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts.

Apr 11, 2025
Apr 11, 2025
20 min
Dr. Edward Bunn and Chuck Gilliam, ACSI VP of Membership & Strategic Alliances, discuss the leadership skill of adaptability.
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The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development.
The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Apr 4, 2025
Apr 4, 2025
21 min
A school leader from a country impacted by war shares a powerful testimony, including advice on preparing for and leading through crisis.
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In the Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Podcast, Dr. Larry Taylor highlights school leaders as they share their calling, best practices, models, and qualities to create a dynamic school culture.
There are three more ACSI podcasts on this channel. Each will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Mar 21, 2025
Mar 21, 2025
44 min
Dr. Paul Kaak, Senior Consultant and Lead Trainer at TheoMetrics, and Jerry Nelson discuss biblical integration into Christian schools, focusing on the concepts of general and special revelation. They highlight the importance of wisdom in education, the role of academic disciplines in understanding God's truth, and the need for Christian educators to prepare students as ambassadors in various fields.
Watch this episode on YouTube!
The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education.
All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each month, available here on YouTube and in audio-only form on most major podcast platforms. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Mar 14, 2025
Mar 14, 2025
24 min
Integrating faith and leadership skills requires character and humility in leadership. Emily Pigott reminds us on this episode of the Student Leadership & Learning podcast that faith is the core of leadership, stressing the need for leaders to trust in God. Practical skills such as decision-making with integrity, communication with grace, and leading with empathy are highlighted.
The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's Student Leadership & Learning Director.
The ACSI Podcasts help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info on all four shows here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts.

Mar 11, 2025
Mar 11, 2025
24 min
Dr. Edward Bunn sits down with Becky Tubergen and Betsy Winkle from All Belong to discuss how to help every student thrive.
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The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development.
The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Feb 28, 2025
Feb 28, 2025
19 min
Dr. Larry Taylor interviews Mark Thiessen, a Christian school leader in Indonesia. Mark shares his journey and commitment to Christian education, describing how his family was called to serve in Indonesia. He emphasizes the importance of a Christ-centered culture and relational leadership in schools. Mark recounts a story about a prayer ministry initiated by a teacher and third graders, showcasing the power of prayer and community in education.
Watch this episode on YouTube!
In the Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Podcast, Dr. Larry Taylor highlights school leaders as they share their calling, best practices, models, and qualities to create a dynamic school culture.
There are three more ACSI podcasts on this channel. Each will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Feb 21, 2025
Feb 21, 2025
49 min
Mia Lazaga rejoins the podcast for a longform conversation about community development and empowering students beyond the classroom.
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The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education.
All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each month, available here on YouTube and in audio-only form on most major podcast platforms. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Feb 14, 2025
Feb 14, 2025
19 min
Emily Pigott discusses building confidence in young leaders through a Christ-centered approach, emphasizing the importance of overcoming self-doubt and learned fears. Educators play a key role in unlocking student potential by addressing fears and providing positive reinforcement. Practical strategies include helping students understand their identity in Christ, recognizing and addressing fears, and teaching essential leadership skills.
The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's Student Leadership & Learning Director.
The ACSI Podcasts help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info on all four shows here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts.









