Shaila Visser from Alpha on Leading for Longevity and A New Moment for Evangelism in Canada
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Every leader faces moments when vision dims and passion wavers. How do we sustain a long-term vision for ministry while leading with joy and conviction?
In this episode, Shaila Visser, National Director of Alpha Canada, joins Jason Ballard to share insights from her extensive leadership experience. She reflects on 14 years of ministry, the shifting spiritual landscape in Canada, and the personal rhythms that sustain evangelistic passion.
Key Takeaways:
How to sustain vision for the long haul in ministry
The importance of asking the Holy Spirit to renew our passion for evangelism
Fresh insights from Alpha’s research on the state of evangelism in Canada
How churches can engage their communities in a meaningful way
We hope this conversation fills you with hope and encouragement that you are part of a work that God is doing across our nation.
Shaila Visser
Shaila Visser is the National Director of Alpha Canada and the Global Senior Vice-President for Alpha International. She is the Executive Producer of both The Alpha Youth Film Series (2013) and The Alpha Film Series (2016), and currently holds a position on the Board of the Damascus Road Foundation.
Shaila has a heart for people coming to know Jesus and is passionate about helping the local church flourish. She is a gifted communicator who is known for her strategic leadership as well as her ability to bring people together.
Shaila loves hiking, beaches, next generation leaders, her big anglo-Indian family, and achieving new goals- whether that be fitness, books, or learning. Shaila lives in Vancouver BC with her husband, Ryan Visser, a Vancouver Police Officer, and their four-legged family members, Talon and Benny.
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