Grafted Together
Grafted Together
Grafted Together with ACSI Chief Ministry Officer Jerry Nelson examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate in everyday Christian education. Jerry Nelson joined the ACSI family in 2020 as the Special Assistant to the President and currently serves as ACSI's Chief Ministry Officer. He previously spent 11 years as the Head of School at Northwest Christian Academy in Florida. While there, Nelson created a Teacher Development Program, a Student Leadership Development Program, and Parent Education Program, and wrote three books. He earned his master's degree in Educational Leadership from St. Thomas University.
Episodes
Grafted Together Ep 85: Faithfulness Over Success, with Dr. Jon Hill
Dr. Jon Hill emphasizes a mindset of faithfulness over success and explores how schools can help students discover and pursue their unique callings.
Watch NowGrafted Together Ep 84: Biblical Literacy, with Dr. Sean Englert
Douglas Campbell speaks with Sean Englert, Head of School at Northlake Christian School (LA) about addressing the growing crisis of biblical illiteracy. They discuss practical ways Christian schools can cultivate a culture of spiritual formation.
Watch NowGrafted Together Ep 83: Rebuilding Formational Bridges in God's Kingdom, with Dr. Christian Klaue
Veteran Christian school administrator Dr. Christian Klaue discusses the intersection of education and discipleship with Jerry Nelson. They explore the authentic Christian educator model, the collaborative roles of home, church, & school, and more.
Watch NowGrafted Together Ep 82: Kingdom-Connected Discipleship, with Douglas Campbell & Dr. Denver Daniel
Dr. Denver Daniel, President of Open Door Christian Schools, joins Douglas Campbell to discuss living as a citizen and ambassador of God's kingdom and evaluating student spiritual growth through an intentional inventory.
Watch NowGrafted Together Ep 81: Bob Jones University: The Next Generation
Dr. Matthew Weathers, Chief Enrollment Officer at Bob Jones University, joins the Grafted Together Podcast and highlights the strategic value of humanities and liberal arts education, emphasizing how foundational learning fosters "cultural dexterity."
Watch NowGrafted Together Ep 80: Kingdom Athletics Series: The Seven Enemies of Greatness
Billy Sparacio is back for the third part of the Kingdom Athletics Series. discussing how coaches in both Christian and public schools can look beyond scoreboard wins to intentionally cultivate character, leadership, and faith in athletes.
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