A Life Well-Measured TEDTalk

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Elan Babchuck, Video, 20 minutes., TEDxProvidence, October 2018

Description

In this 20-minute video, a rabbi and entrepreneur shares ideas around family, what is important, and how congregations can change to keep up with the times.

Features

encourages a deeper look at congregational values and metrics; discussion about the nones, attendance, the budget, and buildings

Recommended Audience

Clergy and lay leaders

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

Challenge your leaders to determine if they’ re measuring what they truly value.
Refocus your congregation’s priorities by using this as a discussion starter for leadership teams.

Updated: January 08, 2025

About the Contributor

Rev. Shellie Riggs Jordan

Director of Southeast

Rev. Shellie Riggs Jordan is the director of the southeast office in Seymour. She is an American Baptist pastor who served 14 years at First Baptist Church in Seymour as the minister of youth. Prior to her time at FBC, Shellie was the director of youth and children’s ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Seymour. To her work with the Center, Shellie brings more than 24 years of experience working with youth and young adults, as well as a strong background in ecumenical ministry.

Shellie holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University and a Master of Divinity from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. She loves to travel and explore new cultures. She also loves spending time with her husband, Brent, and their kids, Gabe and Casey. Shellie lives in Seymour.