Gospel Beautiful Podcast
128 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsThis interview-based podcast features a range of guests who are wrestling with the challenging task of preaching the Gospel in the 21st century.
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Rev. Carl Johnson
March 13, 2022 20:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBThis episode features Rev. Carl Johnson, Lead Pastor of Faith City Church in St. Paul, MN. He is owner and founder of Storehouse Grocers and is leading the effort to establish the G.W. Carver Cultural Center in St. Paul, MN. Follow Carl on Facebook , LinkedIn, Instagram (@carlonfaith), and TikTok (@righteousrev). Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview here!) for allowing ...
Andrew Root: Churches and the Crisis of Decline
February 16, 2022 03:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBThis week's conversation features return guest, Dr. Andrew Root. Ryan and Michael discuss his brand new book, Churches and the Crisis of Decline: A Hopeful, Practical Ecclesiology for a Secular Age in the context of our larger conversation about hybrid ministry. Andy has written many significant books, all of which can be found here. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview h...
Rev. Stacy Williams-Duncan and Kyle Oliver: Hybrid Ministry
January 31, 2022 16:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThis week's conversation features Rev. Stacy Williams-Duncan (CEO, Learning Forte) and Kyle Oliver (Chief Product Officer, Learning Forte). Learning Forte provides "learning-rich hybrid ministry solutions for organizations." They are also involved in the Digital Literacy Tool Kit, which seeks to be a "trusted resource for theological educators of all disciplines seeking to incorporate digital literacy formation across the ministry preparation curriculum." Many thanks to our sponsors: Bak...
Rev. Stacy Williams-Duncan and Kyle Oliver: Hybrid Ministry
January 31, 2022 16:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThis week's conversation features Rev. Stacy Williams-Duncan (CEO, Learning Forte) and Kyle Oliver (Chief Product Officer, Learning Forte). Learning Forte provides "learning-rich hybrid ministry solutions for organizations." They are also involved in the Digital Literacy Tool Kit, which seeks to be a "trusted resource for theological educators of all disciplines seeking to incorporate digital literacy formation across the ministry preparation curriculum." Many thanks to our sponsors: Bak...
Jay Kim: Hybrid Ministry
January 16, 2022 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week's episode features Jay Kim on hybrid ministry. The About page on jaykimthinks.com says it all: "I’m a follower of Jesus in the Silicon Valley of California. I serve as lead pastor at WestGate Church and as a teacher at Vintage Faith Church. I’m the author of Analog Church (InterVarsity Press, 2020), Analog Christian (InterVarsity Press, 2022), and a contributing author to Before You Lose Your Faith (The Gospel Coalition, 2021) and The Upside Down Kingdom Study Bible (Zondervan,...
Jim Keat: Hybrid Ministry
January 07, 2022 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBThis is the first episode in a digital series that I am doing in partnership with Ryan Panzer, author of Grace & Gigabytes: Being Church in a Tech-Shaped Culture. Our conversation is with Jim Keat, Digital Minister at The Riverside Church in NYC. More information about Jim can be found at his LinkIn profile, on the Sojourners website, and at jimkeat.com. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/gospelbeautiful)
Jim Keat: Hybrid Ministry
January 07, 2022 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBThis is the first episode in a digital series that I am doing in partnership with Ryan Panzer, author of Grace & Gigabytes: Being Church in a Tech-Shaped Culture. Our conversation is with Jim Keat, Digital Minister at The Riverside Church in NYC. More information about Jim can be found at his LinkIn profile, on the Sojourners website, and at jimkeat.com. Support the show
Bethany McKinney Fox: Disability and the Way of Jesus
December 16, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBToday's conversation features Bethany McKinney Fox--scholar (Ph.D. Fuller Seminary), teacher, and Organizing Pastor of Beloved Everybody Church. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview here!) for allowing us to use "Altogether Beautiful," the title track on her new album, which can be purchased at the following link: https://sararenner.bandcamp.com/ Support the show
Paul R. Hinlicky: The Book of Joshua
November 10, 2021 03:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThis conversation features Rev. Dr. Paul Hinlicky who recently published a commentary on the book of Joshua in the Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible series. Dr. Hinlicky is an internationally regarded interpreter of Martin Luther and of Reformation theology more broadly. Paul's many writings can be found here. Hosting with me this week is Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson, Paul's daughter and co-host of the Queen of the Sciences Podcast, which features "Conversations between a Theo...
Paul R. Hinlicky: The Book of Joshua
November 10, 2021 03:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThis conversation features Rev. Dr. Paul Hinlicky who recently published a commentary on the book of Joshua in the Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible series. Dr. Hinlicky is an internationally regarded interpreter of Martin Luther and of Reformation theology more broadly. Paul's many writings can be found here. Hosting with me this week is Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson, Paul's daughter and co-host of the Queen of the Sciences Podcast, which features "Conversations between a Theo...
Sabrina Müller: Lived Theology
October 18, 2021 01:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBThis conversation features Dr. Sabrina Müller of the University of Zurich. There she is Managing Director University Research Priority Program «Digital Religion(s)» and Theological Executive Director Center for Church Development. This conversation features her recently published book, Lived Theology: Impulses for a Pastoral Theology of Empowerment. She has also written, Deadly Real: Mourning and Accompaniment after Suicide. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward...
Terry Wildman: First Nations Translation of the New Testament
September 05, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBToday's conversation is with Terry Wildman (Ojibwe and Yaqui). Terry is the primary driver behind the First Nations Version--a fresh translation of the NT. He also serves as the director of spiritual growth and leadership development for Native InterVarsity and is the founder of Rain Ministries. He and his wife, Darlene, live in Arizona. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her intervi...
Dorothy Lee: The Ministry of Women in the New Testament
August 19, 2021 18:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBThe Revd Canon Professor Dorothy Lee is the Stewart Research Professor of New Testament in Trinity College Theological School and University of Divinity at the University of Melbourne. She is a prolific scholar of the New Testament who focuses on the canonical Gospels. In this episode we discuss her recently published book, The Ministry of Women in the New Testament. Here are a number of publications that might be of particular interest to the Gospel Beautiful audience. Creation, Matter ...
Sarah Hinlicky Wilson: I Am a Brave Bridge
July 31, 2021 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBThis week we are welcoming return guest, Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson, who has recently published a memoir, I Am a Brave Bridge: An American Girl's Hilarious and Heartbreaking Year in the Fledgling Republic of Slovakia. Sarah is a blogger, podcaster, publisher, academic, pastor, among many other things. Her website is: https://www.sarahhinlickywilson.com/about Support the show
Rimes McElveen: Mere Christianity Forum
July 26, 2021 01:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThis week's conversation features Rimes McElveen, Executive Director of Mere Christianity Forum, a collegiate ministry at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina and a young adult ministry resource developer." Mere Christianity Forum was recently awarded an $800,000 grant through the Lilly Endowment, as part of their Thriving Congregations Initiative. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner...
Brian Brock: Disability
July 13, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBThis conversation features Christian ethicist, Brian Brock. We discuss his recently published book, Disability: Living into the Diversity of Christ’s Body. Brock has written a number of important Christian books on Christian ethics and disability. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview here!) for allowing us to use "Altogether Beautiful," the title track on her new album, ...
Joe Davis: Show Up
June 19, 2021 22:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBThis week's conversation is with Joe Davis (http://joedavispoetry.com/). We discuss his newly released album, Show Up: The Music Project. Featured on BET, CNN, and VH1, Joe Davis is a nationally-touring artist, educator, and speaker based in Minneapolis, MN. He employs poetry, music, theater, and dance to shape culture. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview here!) for allo...
Cameron B.R. Howard: The Old Testament for a Complex World
June 14, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBThis episode features Dr. Cameron Howard, my colleague and friend at Luther Seminary. Her forthcoming book is the topic of our conversation: The Old Testament for a Complex World How the Bible’s Dynamic Testimony Points to New Life for the Church. Cameron's other works can be found at the following: Working Preacher Faith+Lead Platform Women's Bible Commentary Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Ren...
Leopoldo Sanchez: Sculptor Spirit
June 09, 2021 01:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBThis conversation features Leopoldo Sanchez, who holds a number of titles at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. We discuss his recently published book, Sculptor Spirit: Models of Sanctification from Spirit Christology. This insightful book will be of interest to people across the church body who want to grow in their understanding of the Holy Spirit's work in the world. Leo has authored and edited a number of important works including: Receiver, Bearer, and Giver of God's Spirit: Jesus' Life i...
Terence Lester: When We Stand
June 06, 2021 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBThis conversation features Terence Lester, an Atlanta-based activist, writer, and storyteller. We focus on his recently published book, When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together. Terence is passionate about Jesus and about people. You will leave this conversation feeling energized and empowered. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: GOSPEL Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview here!) for allowing us to use...
Matthew Thiessen: Jesus and The Forces of Death
May 29, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBIn this conversation, I speak with Matthew Thiessen about his recently published book, Jesus and the Forces of Death: The Gospels' Portrayal of Ritual Impurity within First-Century Judaism. Without any hyperbole I can confidently say that this is one of the most important recent books I've read about Jesus. If you regularly preach or teach on the Gospels, then you need to read this book and let it shape especially how you think about Jesus' relationship to Judaism and its ritual purity syste...
R.W.L. Moberly: The Bible in a Disenchanted Age
May 20, 2021 21:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBThis conversation features R.W.L. Moberly, professor of theology and biblical interpretation at Durham University. We talk at length about his recently published book, The Bible in a Disenchanted Age: The Enduring Possibility of Christian Faith. Professor Moberly has written numerous important books on the interpretation of the Old Testament. Those volumes can be found on his Amazon page. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Worship Forward Studio 2 Ceramics. 10% discount code: ...
Alan Padgett: Ecotheology
May 12, 2021 01:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBThis episode features Alan Padgett, Professor of Systematic Theology at Luther Seminary. We discuss a book he recently co-edited with Kiara Jorgenson titled, Ecotheology: A Christian Conversation. Padgett is the author of many books on a wide range of topics in theology including: Faith and Reason: Three Views (with Craig A. Boyd and Carl Raschke); Blackwell Companion to Science and Christianity (edited with J.B. Stump); As Christ Submits to the Church: A Biblical Understanding of Mutual S...
Stephen Brookfield and Mary Hess: Becoming a White Antiracist
May 04, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBThis episode features Stephen Brookfield and Mary Hess. Brookfield is currently Antioch University Distinguished Scholar, Adjunct Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University (New York) and Emeritus Professor at the University of St. Thomas (Minneapolis-St. Paul). Mary Hess is Professor of Educational Leadership at Luther Seminary (St. Paul, MN), where she has served since 2000. We discuss their recently published book, Becoming a White Antiracist: A Practical Guide for Educators, L...
Stephen Brookfield and Mary Hess: Becoming a White Antiracist
May 04, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBThis episode features Stephen Brookfield and Mary Hess. Brookfield is currently Antioch University Distinguished Scholar, Adjunct Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University (New York) and Emeritus Professor at the University of St. Thomas (Minneapolis-St. Paul). Mary Hess is Professor of Educational Leadership at Luther Seminary (St. Paul, MN), where she has served since 2000. We discuss their recently published book, Becoming a White Antiracist: A Practical Guide for Educators, L...
Dirk Lange: Today Everything is Different
April 20, 2021 21:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBThis week's conversation is with my dear friend and colleague Dirk Lange, Professor of Worship and Frederik A. Schiotz Chair of Christian Missions and deputy general secretary for ecumenical relations of the Lutheran World Federation. We discuss his recently-published book, Today Everything Is Different: An Adventure in Prayer and Action. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Chavaleh Forgey ([email protected]) who professionally trains public speakers, actors, and singers on how to u...
Dirk Lange: Today Everything is Different
April 20, 2021 21:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBThis week's conversation is with my dear friend and colleague Dirk Lange, Professor of Worship and Frederik A. Schiotz Chair of Christian Missions and deputy general secretary for ecumenical relations of the Lutheran World Federation. We discuss his recently-published book, Today Everything Is Different: An Adventure in Prayer and Action. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Chavaleh Forgey ([email protected]) who professionally trains public speakers, actors, and singers on how to u...
Katie Langston: Sealed
April 14, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBThis conversation features Katie Langston, author of the recently published memoir, Sealed: An Unexpected Journey into the Heart of Grace. Katie's memoir is a delightful, humorous, and witty dive into the grace of God. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Chavaleh Forgey ([email protected]) who professionally trains public speakers, actors, and singers on how to use their voices effectively! Contact her at the email above for more information. Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her i...
Tyler Sit: Staying Awake
April 03, 2021 11:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBThis episode features return guest, Pastor Tyler Sit (New City Church). We discuss his forthcoming book, Staying Awake: The Gospel for Changemakers. The launch party for the book is on April 8th at 630pm CST. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Chavaleh Forgey ([email protected]) who professionally trains public speakers, actors, and singers on how to use their voices effectively! Contact her at the email above for more information. Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview ...
Amos Yong: Mission after Pentecost
March 29, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBThis conversation features Amos Yong. He is the author of a 2019 volume titled, Mission after Pentecost: The Witness of the Spirit from Genesis to Revelation. Yong is based at Fuller Theological Seminary, where he holds the following positions: Chief Academic Officer, Dean of the School Of Theology and the School of Intercultural Studies, and Professor Of Theology and Mission The author numerous books on pneumatology, disability, missiology, and Pentecostalism, Yong is one of the most influ...
Women in the Mission of the Church: Leanne Dzubinski and Anneke Stasson
March 20, 2021 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBThis week's episode features Leanne Dzubinski and Anneke Stasson, authors of the newly published book, Women in the Mission of the Church: Their Opportunities and Obstacles throughout Christian History. Leanne is associate dean, associate professor of intercultural education and studies, and director of the intercultural education graduate program at Biola University. Anneke is associate professor of humanities and history at Indiana Wesleyan University. According to the publisher, Baker...
Leanne Dzubinski and Anneke Stasson: Women in the Mission of the Church
March 20, 2021 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBThis week's episode features Leanne Dzubinski and Anneke Stasson, authors of the newly published book, Women in the Mission of the Church: Their Opportunities and Obstacles throughout Christian History. Leanne is associate dean, associate professor of intercultural education and studies, and director of the intercultural education graduate program at Biola University. Anneke is associate professor of humanities and history at Indiana Wesleyan University. According to the publisher, Baker ...
Workshop Announcement! Truth Meets Story with Alexus Rhone
March 09, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThis conversation features Alexus Rhone with whom I will be co-leading a workshop on March 13th. The workshop is titled, Truth, Meet Story: Intro to Storytelling. Registration information can be found at the link below: https://faithlead.luthersem.edu/truth-meet-story/ Support the show
A.J. Swoboda: After Doubt
March 08, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBThis week's conversation features A.J. Swoboda, author of After Doubt: How to Question Your Faith without Losing It. Professor Swoboda teaches at Bushnell University and at Fuller Theological Seminary. Check out his Amazon page for his other publications. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Chavaleh Forgey ([email protected]) who professionally trains public speakers, actors, and singers on how to use their voices effectively! Contact her at the email above for more information. Ma...
Robert Kolb: Martin Luther and the Enduring Word of God
March 01, 2021 01:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBThis episode features Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb, Mission Professor of Systematic Theology Emeritus at Concordia Seminary. Kolb is a prolific scholar of the Reformation and an influential voice within Lutheranism. This conversation focuses on his 2016 volume, Martin Luther and the Enduring Word of God: The Wittenberg School and Its Scripture-Centered Proclamation. For Kolb's other books, see his Amazon page or his faculty page. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Chavaleh Forgey (encouragementsings@g...
Jack Levison: An Unconventional God
February 21, 2021 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBThis episode features return guest, Jack Levison. He is the W.J.A. Power Professor of Old Testament Interpretation and Biblical Hebrew at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University. We discuss his recently published book, An Unconventional God: The Spirit According to Jesus (Baker Academic). Jack has been doing field-shaping work on pneumatology for years. This book is profoundly insightful and deeply researched. Many thanks to our sponsors: Baker Academic. Studio 2 Cerami...
A Christian Ministry in the National Parks: Amy Kennedy and Dave Degler
February 10, 2021 22:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis conversation features Amy Kennedy and Dave Degler of A Christian Ministry in the National Parks. This 60 year old ministry started in Yellowstone National Park in 1951. According to their website, "Today, ACMNP lives its mission by sending roughly 200 ministry team members into 75 locations in 25 national parks from Alaska to the Virgin Islands. Over 30,000 people worship together in ACMNP services every year, experiencing the glory of God by seeing it first-hand — nothing compares to t...
A Christian Ministry in the National Parks: Amy Kennedy and Dave Degler
February 10, 2021 22:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis conversation features Amy Kennedy and Dave Degler of A Christian Ministry in the National Parks. This 60 year old ministry started in Yellowstone National Park in 1951. According to their website, "Today, ACMNP lives its mission by sending roughly 200 ministry team members into 75 locations in 25 national parks from Alaska to the Virgin Islands. Over 30,000 people worship together in ACMNP services every year, experiencing the glory of God by seeing it first-hand — nothing compares to t...
Russell Jeung: At Home in Exile Finding Jesus among My Ancestors and Refugee Neighbors
February 05, 2021 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBThis episode features Dr. Russell Jeung of San Francisco State University. We focus our conversation around his 2016 book, At Home in Exile Finding Jesus among My Ancestors and Refugee Neighbors. According to his faculty page, "His research interests include the Sociology of Race, the Sociology of Religion, and Social Movements. Dr. Jeung is extensively engaged with his students in conducting community-based, participatory research with Asian American communities." In response to increase...
Bethany Ringdal and Rachel Uthmann: International Association for Refugees
January 28, 2021 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBBethany and Rachel work for the International Association for Refugees. The plight of refugees has been one of the most significant stories of the last decade. Due to civil wars, climate change, and other dangerous factors, refugee numbers have been on the rise. The International Association for Refugees is "an international Christian mission agency designed for ministry in humanitarian contexts." In this important conversation, we talk about the important work of the IAFR and how intereste...
Bethany Ringdal and Rachel Uthmann: International Association for Refugees
January 28, 2021 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBBethany and Rachel work for the International Association for Refugees. The plight of refugees has been one of the most significant stories of the last decade. Due to civil wars, climate change, and other dangerous factors, refugee numbers have been on the rise. The International Association for Refugees is "an international Christian mission agency designed for ministry in humanitarian contexts." In this important conversation, we talk about the important work of the IAFR and how intereste...
Lois Malcolm: The Creative Power of the Spirit
January 20, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBDr. Lois Malcolm is Olin and Amanda Fjelstad Registad Chair for Systematic Theology at Luther Seminary. In this conversation, we sit down to talk about the Holy Spirit--one of our favorite to. This is also a topic on which Lois has written and taught extensively. She is frequently considered to be one of Luther Seminary's most influential professors. Her passion, energy, and insight certainly come through in this conversation. Lois Malcolm, Holy Spirit: Creative Power in Our Lives Welcom...
Mae Elise Cannon: Beyond Hashtag Activism
January 12, 2021 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBThis conversation features the Rev. Dr. Mae Elise Cannon, the executive director of Churches for Middle East Peace and an ordained minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church. With a professional background that includes work at World Vision, Compassion International, and Willow Creek, Mae brings a unique perspective to the issue of activism and offers compelling and intriguing perspectives on how Christians can be involved in some of the most pressing issues of our time. https://maecannon...
Terence Fretheim: A Memorial Conversation
December 28, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this unique Gospel Beautiful conversation, we take some time to remember Dr. Terence Fretheim was the Elva B. Lovell professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary. A beloved teacher and scholar, Fretheim made a significant impact on the church through his teaching and scholarship. Many thanks to those who participated, including Reed Carlson, Jennifer Grangaard, Meta Herrick Carlson, Margaret Kelly, Anna Marsh, Nicholas Schaser, Daniel Stark, Justin Nickel, and Kristen Wendland. Terry's...
Terence Fretheim: A Memorial Conversation
December 28, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this unique Gospel Beautiful conversation, we take some time to remember Dr. Terence Fretheim was the Elva B. Lovell professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary. A beloved teacher and scholar, Fretheim made a significant impact on the church through his teaching and scholarship. Many thanks to those who participated, including Reed Carlson, Jennifer Grangaard, Meta Herrick Carlson, Margaret Kelly, Anna Marsh, Nicholas Schaser, Daniel Stark, Justin Nickel, and Kristen Wendland. Terry's...
Tod Bolsinger: Canoeing the Mountains
December 17, 2020 18:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBThis week's conversation is with Tod Bolsinger, Senior Congregational Strategist and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary. Back in 2015, Tod wrote an important book titled, Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory. It took me a few years to finally read the book, but I'm glad I did. And I think that you will appreciate the fruits of the conversation. For Tod's other books, check out his Amazon page. Check out the Seeds Fellow...
Tod Bolsinger: Canoeing the Mountains
December 17, 2020 18:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBThis week's conversation is with Tod Bolsinger, Senior Congregational Strategist and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary. Back in 2015, Tod wrote an important book titled, Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory. It took me a few years to finally read the book, but I'm glad I did. And I think that you will appreciate the fruits of the conversation. For Tod's other books, check out his Amazon page. Check out the Seeds Fellow...
Trygve Throntveit: Civil Discourse in Polarizing Times
December 09, 2020 23:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week's conversation takes us off the familiar path into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Trygve Throntveit, an academic historian who is doing some fascinating work on the revival of civic life. This conversation is immensely important for church leaders, who lead one of America's most important spaces in which social capital is created: local congregations. He is Director of Strategic Partnership, Minnesota Humanities Center (mnhum.org) and a Global Fellow for History and Public P...
Priscilla Pope Levison: Models of Evangelism
November 30, 2020 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBThis conversation features Rev. Dr. Priscilla Pope Levison, author of the recently published book, Models of Evangelism (Baker Academic, 2020). The Jesus Creed blog listed it among the Top 5 Books of the Year for 2020. Priscilla is Associate Dean and Professor of Ministerial Studies at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University. She researches evangelism, women’s religious history, Methodist history and theology, contextual theology, mission, and ecumenism. More information...
Wes Granberg-Michaelson: Without Oars
November 23, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBThis episode features return guest Wes Granberg-Michaelson. A prolific author and former General Secretary of the Reformed Church in America (1994-2011), Wes' books are celebrated across the world. Our conversation focuses on Wes' recently published book, Without Oars: Casting Off into a Life of Pilgrimage. His numerous volumes can be found at his Amazon page. Thanks to Sara Renner (listen to her interview here!) for allowing us to use "Altogether Beautiful," the title track on her new al...