CULTURE

“Pastor, Can’t We Just Preach The Gospel?”

The murder of George Floyd on May 25th provoked national outrage—from peaceful protests and marches, to prayer gatherings to riots. Pastor Andrew Arndt briefly outlines why the idea of “just preaching the gospel” is biblically unsound.

FORMATION

The Need for Deeply Formed Pastors

Pastoral ministry in this moment is a disorienting enterprise. Author and Pastor Rich Villodas notes that, "it is certainly possible to be deeply committed to being a Christian—but not be deeply formed by Christ." Read this article exploring Rich's brand new book.

THEOLOGY

Why Ecclesiology Matters in the Age of COVID-19

As the church has continued facing the reality of changes in physical gatherings, we must continue to ask the question Wendy Gierhart raises, "What is the church, and why does she meet?"

WITNESS

Forgiveness is Free…But Repentance Comes With a Cost

From Leeann Shaw Younger: The hard work of racial justice will call us all to more grieving and lamenting in the days and years ahead. But deepening our collective healing from our national sin will also require acts of repentance that include repair. 

FORMATION

What Our Current Wilderness Reveals About the Strongholds in Our Lives

Covid-19 changed everything. All our ideas of what work and school and church should be have been thrown to the winds. The political, economic, social atmosphere is in upheaval. It’s unsettling to say the very least, but Mandy Smith offers a beautiful and hopeful reflection.

THEOLOGY / CULTURE

In Search of White Partners: What BIPOC Need

"Despite all we are seeing today in with our own eyes with the perpetual flow of racial injustice in our nation, the church refuses to confront its partnership with this death-dealing system." Donnell Wyche shares his honest thoughts about what it means to stay in white Christian spaces as a BIPOC pastor—and how white leaders could help make it sustainable.

MANAGING LEADERSHIP ANXIETY

S5E1 - Dr. Henry Cloud

Steve Cuss opened his fifth season with Dr. Henry Cloud, leadership expert, clinical psychologist, and New York Times bestselling author. You can catch up on every episode, including the most recent, S5E7 with Sharon Hersh– author, speaker, seminary professor, and recovering addict, by clicking here.

THEOLOGY ON MISSION

S6E1 - Foundations: Tim Keller & Justice, Part 1

David Fitch and Mike Moore respond to a recent piece on justice from Tim Keller. Together, Fitch and Moore explore how “justice” is up for grabs post-Christendom. This conversation is continued in the recently released second episode, "Critical Theory: Tim Keller, Part 2."

BETWIXT PODCAST

Middle Passage: Soul Care in African American Practice with Barbara Peacock

Deb Gregory welcomes Dr. Barbara Peacock as they chat about the emphasis and application of Barbara's doctoral work in spiritual direction and soul care. Listen to Deb's other episodes you might have missed, here.

MONDAY MORNING PASTOR

Season Four with Doug Moister & J.R. Briggs

Season four of this podcast from Doug and J.R.  is full of incredible conversations with folks like Michael Frost and AJ Sherrill, as well as meaningful deep dives into topics like "house church" and digital formation, metrics, and ministry.

UPCOMING WORKSHOP