Convention Conversation: Confronting Church Challenges - With Amy Schweim
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English - July 22, 2023 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsChristianity Religion & Spirituality christian unite leadership lutheran leadership jesus empowering leaders Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
What if unity and powerful testimonies of Christ's love were the keys to addressing the challenges that plague the church? Join us as we converse with Amy Schweim, an experienced DCE leader in the local church and advisory delegate to the 2023 Synodical Convention in Milwaukee. With her vast experience spanning 29 years, Amy sheds light on the current difficulties faced by the church, including the shortage of professional church workers and the need to project a united witness of Jesus's love. She also shares her greatest aspirations and concerns for the future of the church, stressing the need for solidarity and potent attestations of Christ's love.
Can the church, through scripture reading and open dialogue, stand firm amidst the forces of competition and Satan? Amy offers a firsthand insight into the deliberations held at the 2023 Synodical Convention, underpinning the importance of scripture reading and creating space for sufficient discussion. Together, we delve into the role of competition within the church, the importance of unity against Satan's forces, and the critical role of active listening in ensuring all voices are heard. This riveting conversation exposes the real-time struggles faced by the local church in today's post-Christian culture, offering biblical wisdom for practical solutions. So, tune in and let's confront these issues head-on!
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