{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65789c9664f5a6001629d9cc/66fe5a694f98175c75575be6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Leading Together - Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65789c9664f5a6001629d9cc/1727944516608-7ffbc3be-47f2-4df4-bdc8-bce909624bf3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of the Leadership Podcast, Sim Dendy and Ed Perry speak with Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford, who shares her unique journey from growing up in Iran to becoming a prominent leader in the Church of England. Bishop Guli discusses her early life experiences, the challenges of adapting to a new culture as a refugee, and her unexpected path to ordained ministry. She reflects on her role as a bishop, emphasising the importance of embodying the diocese and fostering a supportive community. Throughout the conversation, she offers insights on leadership, work-life balance, and her confidence in the future of the church amidst current challenges.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Takeaways from this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Bishop Guli's upbringing was shaped by her unique cultural background in Iran.</li><li>Resilience in children is fostered by love and security at home.</li><li>The Church's future cannot be controlled but must be embraced with faith.</li><li>Bishop Guli embodies the diocese rather than just managing it.</li><li>Leadership involves being gentle with oneself and learning from mistakes.</li><li>The Church is both a human institution and the body of Christ.</li><li>Confidence in one's identity is crucial for effective leadership.</li><li>Assuming the best in others fosters a collaborative environment.</li><li>Different aspects of life inform and enrich one another.</li><li>The Holy Spirit can work effectively when given space.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Follow Bishop Guli on X: <a href=\"https://x.com/Guli_FD\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@Guli_FD</a></p><p>Follow the Leadership Podcast on <a href=\"https://x.com/LeadershipPodUK\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">X (twitter)</a> <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/theleadershippodcastuk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a> or <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TheLeadershipPodcastUK\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a></p>","author_name":"Sim Dendy and Ed Perry"}