The Delegating Bishop
Leading Saints Podcast
Leading Saints
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🗓️ 16 August 2025
⏱️ 32 minutes
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A key theme of the conversation is the unspoken pressure that bishops feel as the figureheads of their wards. We address the anxiety that arises when programs falter or activities do not meet expectations, and how this can lead to a reluctance to delegate responsibilities. The discussion emphasizes the importance of setting clear expectations when extending callings, ensuring that leaders understand not just their tasks but also the vision behind their roles.
Listeners will hear insights from various participants who share their experiences and strategies for effective delegation. We also touch on the broader responsibilities of bishops beyond youth leadership, including the importance of collaboration with elders quorum and Relief Society presidents. The conversation reveals how effective delegation can alleviate the burden on bishops and enhance the overall functioning of the ward. We encourage bishops to give themselves grace, acknowledging that they cannot do everything and that the Lord will take care of His children.
00:02:18 - Delegation in Leadership
Exploration of the dynamics of delegation within bishoprics and youth leadership.
00:03:25 - Setting Expectations for Callings
The importance of clearly communicating expectations when extending callings to leaders.
00:04:46 - Meeting People Where They Are
The value of personal check-ins and understanding individual stories in leadership.
00:06:33 - Focusing on the Rising Generation
Discussion on the responsibilities of bishops towards the youth and the broader rising generation.
00:07:50 - Delegating to Elders Quorum and Relief Society
Insights on how to effectively delegate responsibilities to adult leaders in the ward.
00:09:59 - Prioritizing Youth Responsibilities
Bishops share their experiences and challenges in managing youth-related responsibilities.
00:10:30 - Understanding Repentance
Discussion on the bishop's role in the repentance process and how it can be delegated.
00:12:39 - Positive Reinforcement in Leadership
The impact of recognizing and reinforcing good behaviors among leaders and members.
00:13:25 - Parental Involvement in Teaching
Conversations about the role of parents in teaching youth about important topics.
00:15:32 - Training Parents to Teach
Efforts to equip parents with the skills to teach their children effectively.
00:17:27 - Bishop's Fireside Discussions
Plans for bishop's firesides to address important topics with youth and parents.
00:19:57 - Youth Leading Discussions
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| 1:17.5 | about delegation, but not just general delegation, delegation in the context of bishoprics and |
| 1:23.9 | youth leaders. And so I want to share with you a portion of this conversation where we talked about this |
| 1:32.6 | give and take and the relationship between the bishopric, you know, obviously running the |
| 1:37.8 | young men organization in their ward, but also with the young women's presidency and parents |
| 1:43.3 | involved and advisors involved. |
| 1:45.6 | And how does this all get done? And what are some frustrations that Bishop are experiencing |
| 1:50.2 | or everybody involved is experiencing? And how can we get through this to effectively delegate |
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