28 minutes | Thursday, 5 November 2026
Join Amy for a powerful, wisdom-packed conversation with Maritime ministry legend Dr. Laurel Buckingham. Drawing from over 65 years of ministry—including 45 years leading Moncton Wesleyan Church as it grew into the largest church in Atlantic Canada—Dr. Buckingham shares the raw, hard-won lessons that transformed his life and leadership.In this candid interview, Dr. Buckingham pulls back the curtain on his early struggles with deep insecurity, paranoia, and the fear of critics, revealing how shifting from self-preservation to genuine, Christ-centered encouragement set him free. He breaks down the essential mindset needed to lead through conflict, why true leaders never play the blame game, and why avoiding hard conversations is the single greatest weakness holding leaders back.Whether you are pastoring a congregation, managing a business team, or leading at home, Dr. B’s contagious energy, perseverance, and timeless insights will challenge you to lead with grit and rediscover your purpose.