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Just Us.

8 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

Two progressive theology nerds explore today’s political and cultural issues through the lens of faith.

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Episodes

World on Fire: Taking a Break with Will Willimon

May 19, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Its day __? of the pandemic, and the future is still very uncertain, giving many of us a great deal of anxiety. So we felt like everyone could use a bit of a break on this episode by listening to an interview we did with UMC Bishop, theologian, and pastor Rev. William H. Willimon at the end of 2019 (we planned to release normally until COVID-19). In it, Trevor discusses with Willimon about arguably his most well-known book (along with his colleague Stanley Hauerwas), "Resident Aliens: Life i...

World on Fire: Remembering the Least of These

April 24, 2020 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this episode, Dylan and Trevor sit down with Rev. Michael Gienger, a United Methodist pastor in Galveston, TX who leads a ministry actively engaged in ministry with the Island's marginalized, to discuss the lack of coverage of the impact COVID-19 is having on economically disadvantaged communities as well as how people of faith can stand in solidarity with the least of these during this time of social isolation. Visit Galveston Central UMC's website here.  Support the show (https://www....

World On Fire: No (Virtual) Communion for You!

April 14, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

In this second Pandemic coverage episode, Dylan and Trevor discuss the seemingly quick desire of many Americans to start reopening the economy (despite the fact the we’re still very much in a pandemic situation) and the resistance many within the Church are showing to the practice of virtual communion. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justuspod)

World on Fire: Living That Pandemic Life

March 31, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

Trevor and Dylan kick off this new special series by acknowledging the current bleak state of the world while offering both spiritual and hands-on advice for staying sane during this time of uncertainty and social isolation.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justuspod)

It's Beginning to Feel A Lot Like Division

December 19, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

In this episode, Trevor & Dylan talk impeachment, UK elections, and Jesus video games (yes its a thing). Later, Trevor sits down with Scott Atnip, the Director of Congregational Outreach for Texas Impact, to talk about the intersections of faith, ministry, and political engagement, especially within our own local contexts Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justuspod)

An Advent Special (Hope)

December 06, 2019 17:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MB

This is the first in a series of short Advent devotionals in which Dylan and Trevor offer insights on the lectionary reading for each week leading up to Christmas. In this episode, Dylan talks about Hope and the central role it plays during this season. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justuspod)

A Thanksgiving Special or (How to Stay Sane at the Family Table)

November 25, 2019 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Dylan and Trevor talk about having difficult conversations with conservative loved ones. They also offer tips for maintaining those relationships with loved ones while also remaining true to one's own beliefs.    Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justuspod)

The Gospel of Kanye

November 11, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MB

On this pilot episode, Trevor and Dylan discuss Paula White's new role as leader of the Faith and Opportunity Initiative and Kanye's newly released album "Jesus is King." Later, Trevor sits down with Rev. Scott Moore, a former ICE Agent turned United Methodist pastor who is actively involved in immigration advocacy in the State of Texas. Visit our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/justuspod Support the show