We’re kicking off 2026 with a conversation every pastor, leader, and church planter needs.

On the first Unscripted episode of the year, Pastor Dino Rizzo sits down with Pastor Steve Robinson (Church of the King) in Louisiana for an honest, practical discussion on Soul Leadership and how unprocessed trauma can quietly hijack a leader’s emotions, decision-making, and relationships.

This episode is full of wisdom, grace, and real help for anyone who feels like they’re “fine” on the outside but running on fumes inside.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

Why there’s a difference between being tired and being traumatized
How leaders can slip into hypervigilance, irritability, numbness, and overreaction without realizing what’s happening
The “stress continuum” (green / yellow / red) and how to know what zone you’re in
How to build resilience before crisis hits, not after
Why “break the silence” is often the first step toward healing
The hope of post-traumatic growth…a real “2.0” on the other side of a hard season

Pastor Steve’s newest book, “Soul Leadership” (releasing January 27) is the foundation for much of the conversation. And it’s aimed at helping leaders rebound from crisis, grow resilience, and live from wholeness.

Let’s start 2026 the right way…not just with better goals, but with a healthier soul.

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The Association of Related Churches (ARC) is a cooperative of independent churches from different denominations, networks, and backgrounds who strategically resource church planters and pastors to help them reach people with the message of Jesus.

Since 2000, ARC has helped to plant more than 1,180 churches worldwide. If you have a dream in your heart to start a life-giving church and reach your city with the message of Jesus, ARC is here to come alongside you in the journey. Attending ARC Launch, a church planter training event, is the first step in planting a church with ARC. You will hear from ARC pastors, coaches, and staff as they share the nuts and bolts of church planting. Discover more and register for ARC Launch at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.arcchurches.com/launch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Don’t Do Ministry Alone - We need relationships to thrive. You need other people in your corner, who have gone through similar things that you’ve gone through, and believe in your dream. ARC provides opportunities for you to build relationships with others in ministry that will support and strengthen you in what God has called you to do. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.arcchurches.com/connect/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Steve Robinson, Baton Rouge, LA