ACSI Podcasts

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

August 29, 2025 39 mins

Dr. Steve Mason, Student Success Services Teacher at Southside Christian School in South Carolina, joins the Grafted Together Podcast to discuss Artificial Intelligence, biblical worldview integration, and human intelligence. 

Read a chapter of Steve Mason's forthcoming book here, on Biblical Integration of Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence for Christian Educators.

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Josh Leonard rejoins the podcast to discuss targets for students to know, understand, and believe upon graduation. They are integrated with academic and spiritual goals using a biblical worldview, emphasizing the importance of clear outcomes for effective education. The video highlights NRCA's approach with four umbrellas: spiritual formation, worldview orientation, academic thinking, and skills development.

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Students are returning to school shaped by culture, for better or for worse. Hear actionable strategies on how to capitalize on the beginning of the school year.

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The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximi...

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Hear from ACSI's Divisional Directors in East Asia, Africa, and Asia Pacific, plus learn how to utilize ACSI's Career Center.

Thanks to Divisional Directors Peter Lee, Dr. Sosthene Maletoungou, and Dr. Agus Susanto, and Manager of the ACSI Care Team Chris Scheer for joining the podcast.  -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine-style format.

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Building on Dr. Glen Schultz's Kingdom Education Principles, Jerry Nelson covers Principle #1 in this episode: The education of children and youth is the primary responsibility of parents.

See all the principles here: PDF of 14 principles

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...

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Do you have a mistaken perception of leadership? Does it emphasize authenticity, selflessness, and Christ-like love? Emily Pigott encourages educators to model these values for their students and foster a culture of leadership that is built on enduring principles rather than fleeting charisma or ideal conditions.

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Dr. Edward Bunn sits down with Rex Miller, Author and Speaker, to discuss the leadership soft skill of self-awareness.

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 s...

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Eric Moore, Director of Kyiv Christian Academy, discusses his background in Christian education and his current school in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Moore and ACSI's Senior VP of Global Development, Mike Epp, had this conversation at the International School Leader Conference in Spain in 2025. -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine style format.

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We look back at this month's Rooted Educator Worldview Summit in Dallas, and preview the Public Policy & Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC this September.

To register for the PPA Summit, visit acsi.org/summit

To register for the 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit in Colorado Springs, visit acsi.org/rooted -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magaz...

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Creativity is part of God's nature, and we are made in his image, so creativity is a divine gift. How can we use it in leadership for problem-solving and inspiring others?

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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 Leaders...

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Dr. Edward Bunn sits down with Dr. Chris Hobbs, Head of School at Indian Rocks Christian School, to discuss the leadership soft skill of change management.

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.

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Hear from Dr. Larry Taylor at the International Educator Leadership Conference in Budapest, and from Phil Hills, Executive Regional Director of ACSI Western Canada, ahead of this September's Public Policy & Advocacy Summit. 

Find more on Teaching Redemptively at your.acsi.org/teachingredemptively

Register for the PPA Summit at acsi.org/summit

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Emily Pigott emphasizes the importance of leading by example through biblical leaders Nehemiah, Deborah, Ruth, and Moses. She highlights various leadership traits such as integrity, humility, and perseverance. Practical applications involve engaging in servant leadership, fostering faithfulness, and establishing mentorship programs to guide students effectively.

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Dr. Cy Smith, Superintendent of Mansfield Christian School, shares actionable insights on how to handle the shortage of quality Christian educators.

Learn more about the Leadership Network Meetings at acsi.org/us-divisions/meetings

For more on ACSI professional development, visit acsi.org/professional-development

To register for the Rooted Educator Worldview Summit, visit acsi.org/rooted

 

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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 upda...

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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...

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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.

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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 ...

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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. 

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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.

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