Episode 105 - From the Newsroom to the Church: Lessons in Leadership and Communication

On this episode of Church Leadership in Focus, host Don Hicks sits down with Brandon Pickett, Director of Strategic Initiatives & Communications for the Southern Baptists of Virginia and an accomplished media professional. Brandon Pickett shares insights from a career that spans broadcast journalism, Christian media, strategic communications, and missions-focused storytelling. He also serves as vice president of Innovative Faith Resources and as an adjunct professor of digital media at Liberty University. Drawing from his experience leading award-winning communications teams, including work that earned two Emmy Awards for the mission’s television program On Mission Xtra, Brandon discusses how church leaders can communicate effectively, tell compelling stories, engage their communities, and leverage media to advance the Great Commission. Join Don Hicks and Brandon Pickett for a practical and inspiring conversation on leadership, communication, and ministry impact on today's rapidly changing media landscape. Tell us how we're doing (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398093/fa...) Strength for the Journey Podcast (https://strengthforthejourney.buzzspr...) A weekly short inspirational message from Trish Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398093/su...) If you've been enjoying the weekly insights and engaging discussions from our channel, we have a heartfelt request for you. By becoming a subscriber, you can play a crucial role in supporting our mission to deliver quality content every week. Your subscription not only fuels our passion but also enables us to enhance our teaching and broaden our reach. Every contribution—no matter how small—makes a significant difference. Together, we can continue to foster a vibrant community dedicated to learning and growth. Join us on this journey; your support can help us make an even greater impact! Thank you for considering this opportunity to help us thrive.   Thank you for listening to our podcast. To learn more about Church Health Solutions visit our website: https://www.churchhealthsolutions.com