Best Mainline Protestant Churches Podcasts (2025)

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Solving the Mystery - Episode #4181 45:28

1d ago45:28

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Join us for Episode #4181 of Day1 featuring Rev. Peter Wallace, vicar of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in ‘Aiea, Hawaii. In his sermon “Solving the Mystery,” based on John 10:22-30, Rev. Wallace reflects on life’s deeper questions through the lens of the Good Shepherd. Drawing on Psalm 23 and the Easter season’s themes of assurance and divine pres…

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Who Are We Persecuting? - Episode #4180 53:40

9d ago53:40

53:40

Join us for Day1 Episode 4180 featuring Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow. His sermon, “Who Are We Persecuting?” explores Acts 9:1-20 and the dramatic transformation of Saul. Through stories of grace, confrontation, and community, Rev. Reyes-Chow invites us to examine the ways we knowingly—or unknowingly—harm others, and how we might be called to change. It’s …

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Resurrection in Fits and Starts and the Abiding Jesus - Episode #4179 39:37

16d ago39:37

39:37

Join us for Episode 4179 of Day1 with Rev. Dr. Hyemin Na, Assistant Professor of Worship, Media and Culture at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. In her sermon, “Resurrection in Fits and Starts and the Abiding Jesus,” based on John 20:19-31, Dr. Na reflects on how resurrection unfolds through trauma, presence, and persistent peace. Thi…

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Capacity - Episode #4178 39:14

23d ago39:14

39:14

Join us for Day1 Episode #4178 featuring Rev. Mark Ramsey, Executive Director of The Ministry Collaborative in Powder Springs, GA. In his Easter sermon, “Capacity,” based on John 20:1-18, Rev. Ramsey invites us to live into the fullness of God's expansive world rather than the smaller stories we often settle for. Drawing on stories of grief, hope, …

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Hosanna, Not Alleluia - Episode #4177 42:50

1M ago42:50

42:50

Join us for Episode 4177 of Day1 with guest preacher Dr. Diana Butler Bass, renowned author and scholar based at Duke University. In her Palm Sunday sermon, “Hosanna, Not Alleluia,” based on Luke 19:28-40, Dr. Bass explores the true meaning of “hosanna” as a cry for liberation—not mere praise. She contrasts Jesus’ peaceful procession with Rome’s im…

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The End of the Search - Episode #4176 39:24

1M ago39:24

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Join us for Episode #4176 of Day1 as we welcome Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara, Professor of Preaching at Truett Seminary at Baylor University. In his sermon, “The End of the Search,” he reflects on Philippians 3:4b-14 and the restless human pursuit of meaning. Through powerful storytelling and theological insight, he explores how the apostle Paul discov…

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There Was a Man Who Had Two Sons - Episode #4175 52:20

1M ago52:20

52:20

Join us for Episode #4175 of Day1 as Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long, Bandy Professor of Preaching Emeritus at Candler School of Theology, delivers his inspiring sermon, “There Was a Man Who Had Two Sons,” based on Luke 15:11-32. In this reflective message, he explores the well-known parable of the prodigal son, emphasizing not just one son's return but th…

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Renouncing the Devil - Episode #4174 40:32

2M ago40:32

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Episode 4174 marks the second installment of Day1 Classics, where host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime welcomes Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long and Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara to revisit "Renouncing the Devil," a compelling 1986 sermon by Rev. John W. Vannorsdall. Originally aired on *The Protestant Hour*, this powerful message, drawn from Luke 13:1-9, explores re…

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Citizens of Heaven - Episode #4173 37:44

2M ago37:44

37:44

Join us for Episode #4173 of Day1 as Rev. Milca Rivera from Truett Seminary at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, delivers her inspiring sermon "Citizens of Heaven" based on Philippians 3:17-4:1. In this reflective message, she explores key themes of heavenly citizenship and true allegiance during the 2nd Sunday in Lent. Her conversational tone and …

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Desolate and Beautiful - Episode #4172 36:34

2M ago36:34

36:34

Join us for Episode #4172 of Day1 with Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara, Professor of Preaching at Baylor University’s Truett Theological Seminary. His sermon, “Desolate and Beautiful,” based on Luke 4:1-13, explores the paradox of the wilderness—both barren and transformative. As we enter Lent, Rev. Dr. Alcántara reflects on Jesus’ time in the wilderness,…

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From Glory into Glory: Living a Transfigured Life - Episode #4171 48:12

2M ago48:12

48:12

Join us for Episode #4171 of Day1, featuring Dr. Paula Gooder, Canon Chancellor of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. In her sermon, “From Glory into Glory: Living a Transfigured Life,” she explores 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 and Exodus 34:29-35, reflecting on how we are continually transformed by God’s glory. As we celebrate Transfiguration Sunday, Dr. Go…

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Children of the Most High - Episode #4170 42:23

3M ago42:23

42:23

Join us for Episode #4170 of Day1, featuring Rev. Dr. Sarah Han, Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry at Tyndale University. In her sermon, *Children of the Most High*, she reflects on Luke 6:27-38, exploring Jesus’ call to radical love, forgiveness, and generosity. Through personal stories and deep theological insight, Dr. Han challenges us to…

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The Power of Position - Episode #4169 39:40

3M ago39:40

39:40

Join us for episode #4169 of Day1 featuring Rev. Dennis Patterson Jr., priest in charge of The Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross in Decatur, GA, preaches “The Power of Position” based on Luke 6:17-26. In his sermon, Rev. Patterson explores Jesus’ radical redefinition of blessing and how His posture among the people reveals the power of standing on…

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Into the Deep - Episode #4168 47:06

3M ago47:06

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Join us for episode #4168 of Day1 featuring Rev. Dr. Claudia Kohli-Reichenbach, pastor in the Swiss Reformed Church in Bern, Switzerland. Her sermon, "Into the Deep," based on Luke 5:1-11, explores themes of trust, abundance, and responding to Christ’s call in life’s uncertain waters. Drawing from her rich experience in pastoral care and spiritual …

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Thanks for the Push - Episode #4167 39:34

3M ago39:34

39:34

Join us for this episode #4167 featuring Rev. Dr. Timothy Sloan, Senior Pastor of The Luke Church in Humble, Texas. Dr. Sloan shares his sermon, “Thanks for the Push,” based on Luke 4:21-30, exploring how adversity can guide us toward God’s purpose. Reflecting on Jesus’ inaugural sermon and His challenges, this message invites us to trust God’s gui…

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Names and the One Name - Episode #4166 35:44

4M ago35:44

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Join us for Episode #4166 of Day1 as Rev. Dr. Michael Knowles, retired professor at McMaster Divinity College in Hamilton, Ontario, delivers a message entitled “Names and the One Name,” based on Nehemiah 8:1-10. Speaking to the Third Sunday after Epiphany, Dr. Knowles reflects on the rediscovery of God’s Word by the exiled people of Israel. Through…

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Blushing Water - Episode #4165 41:44

4M ago41:44

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Join us for Episode #4165 of Day1 as Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee, senior pastor at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church in Toronto, Ontario, delivers an inspiring message titled “Blushing Water,” based on John 2:1-11. Speaking to the Second Sunday after Epiphany, Dr. Byassee reflects on Jesus turning water into wine. Through this well-known story, he explores …

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Gathering for God’s Glory - Episode #4164 37:34

4M ago37:34

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Join us for Episode #4164 of Day1 as Rev. Dr. Carol Patterson, Pastor of Old First Presbyterian Church in Newark, NJ, delivers a stirring message titled "Gathering for God’s Glory," rooted in Isaiah 43:5-7. Speaking to the Baptism of the Lord, Dr. Patterson explores God’s call for unity and justice, reminding us that we are one family of faith, cre…

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I Will Turn Their Mourning into Joy - Episode #4163 47:36

4M ago47:36

47:36

Discover a message of hope and restoration in Episode #4163 of Day1. Join Rev. Dr. Kimberleigh Buchanan from The United Church in Tallahassee, FL, as she reflects on Jeremiah 31:7-14 and its powerful promise: "I will turn their mourning into joy." Featuring personal stories of resilience, profound biblical insights, and an original song by acclaime…

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Looking In All the Wrong Places - Episode #4162 32:29

5M ago32:29

32:29

Join us as Rev. Dr. Charles Qualls delivers his thought-provoking sermon, "Looking In All the Wrong Places." Drawing from Luke 2:41-52, Rev. Qualls explores the timeless story of Jesus at the temple and its message for us today. With a creative approach, including a unique radio play dialogue, he reflects on how we often look for Jesus in the wrong…

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A Church in Exile Part 4 - Rethinking Faith Formation 43:26

5y ago43:26

43:26

Melissa Rau joins us for the fourth part of our coronavirus pandemic miniseries to discuss faith formation. We discuss rethinking faith formation now and beyond the pandemic. Melissa Rau is Director of Partnerships and New Initiatives for Episcopal Church Foundation. Melissa joined the ECF staff in April 2018. Prior to joining ECF, she served churc…

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A Church in Exile Part 3 - Incarnational Perspectives on Online Church 58:42

5y ago58:42

58:42

In part three of our coronavirus pandemic miniseries we're joined by Kyle Oliver to discuss incarnational perspectives on online church. Kyle Matthew Oliver is an educational media producer and researcher, a fellow of the Episcopal Church Foundation, and a priest of the Diocese of California. He currently serves as communications and marketing mana…

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A Church in Exile Part 2 - Virtual Communion with Joshua Wise 58:13

5y ago58:13

58:13

Wondering whether to celebrate the Holy Eucharist with your congregation online during the coronavirus pandemic? Dr. Joshua Wise joins us to discuss sacramental theology and an orthodox, Trinitarian, Incarnational perspective on online worship for our congregations. Joshua Wise is the author of No Avatars Allowed: Theological Reflections on Video G…

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A Church in Exile Part 1 - Pandemic Pastoring feat. Storm Swain 57:28

5y ago57:28

57:28

Priest Pulse is back with a coronavirus pandemic miniseries looking at pastoral care, communications, sacramental theology, formation, and justice and reconciliation ministry while we're experience church in exile. Part one features the Rev. Dr. Storm Swain author of Trauma and Transformation at Ground Zero: A Pastoral Theology from Fortress Press.…

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Crushed It - Season 4 Episode 11 feat. Anna Fitch Courie and David W. Peters 57:32

6y ago57:32

57:32

After an unexpected hiatus we return with Anna Courie and David Peters, authors of Christ Walk Crushed: a 40-Day Journey Toward Reconciliation available from Church Publishing Inc. In this interview we discuss contrition, healing, forgiveness, and reconciliation, as well as what its like to leave the beautiful state of Hawaii for the mainland. Chec…

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Failure is Success - Season 4 Episode 10 feat. the Rev. Lorenzo Lebrija of TryTank 1:03:01

6y ago1:03:01

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The Rev. Lorenzo Lebrija joins us to talk about his ministry with TryTank, a joint partnership between the General Theological Seminary and Virginia Theological Seminary. TryTank is a learning lab to experiment in church growth and innovation. In this episode we talk about the boldness to experiment in ministry, and how failure can lead to true suc…

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Two MORE Fantastic Forma Guests - Season 4 Episode 9 feat. Jerusalem Greer and Callie Swanlund 1:19:50

6y ago1:19:50

1:19:50

On this week’s Priest Pulse, Colin and Fr. Laurence fly solo as they key up two MORE interviews from the FORMA conference in January. While in Indy, Fr. Ben and Colin sat down with Jerusalem Greer, who is currently (but was not yet at the time) staff officer for evangelism on the Presiding Bishop’s staff, to hear about the many projects she has goi…

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On Discernment and Vocation - Season 4 Episode 8 feat. Greg Millikin and Sarah Stonesifer 1:36:57

6y ago1:36:57

1:36:57

On this episode we're joined by author Greg Millikin of the book "Being Called, Being Gay" from Church Publishing available now, as well as returning guest Sarah Stonesifer. We discuss issues around discernment, vocation, and call to lay and ordained ministry, and engage issues of age, gender, sexual orientation, and more as they relate to discernm…

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A Baptism Day - S4 E7 featuring Anna V. Ostenso Moore: Red Church Door Podcast Special 43:20

6y ago43:20

43:20

Colin and Ben discuss the brand new Red Church Door Podcast at www.redchurchdoor.org and share this wonderful content. At the 2019 Forma conference, Colin interviewed author Anna V. Ostenso Moore about her book "Today is a Baptism Day" available now from Church Publishing. Special thanks to the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta's youth ministry podcast …

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Formed to Proclaim - S4 E6 2019 Forma Conference Wrap Up 1:09:02

6y ago1:09:02

1:09:02

Ben and Laurence unpack their experience at the Formed to Proclaim 2019 Forma Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. We discuss the conference and then we hear from conference goers of their impressions. Over the next several weeks we'll be releasing our Forma interviews and live episode.

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Hops, Malt, Water, Yeast, Jesus - LIVE from the Diocese of Pennsylvania feat. Kirk Berlenbach 59:15

6+ y ago59:15

59:15

It's tough to find a name for an episode about beer that doesn't offend or violate intellectual property! For the third year in a row we are LIVE at the Diocese of Pennsylvania clergy conference in Cape May, NJ. The Rev. Kirk Berlenbach, Canon for Growth and Support of the Diocese of Pennsylvania, joins the show to discuss beer ministry - do's and …

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A Magnificent Evangelist and Where to Find Her - S04E04 feat. Patricia Lyons 50:01

6+ y ago50:01

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The Rev. Patricia (Tricia) Lyons is the Evangelism and Community Engagement in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC, administrator of the Episcopal Evangelist network on Facebook, and author of Teaching Faith with Harry Potter: A Guidebook for Parents and Educators for Multigenerational Faith Formation. Tricia has also served on the Presiding Bis…

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Is The Sky Falling - S4 E3 feat. Dr. Jeremy Bonner 51:28

6+ y ago51:28

51:28

Dr. Jeremy Bonner is an Honorary Fellow in the Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University and contributor to the book, "Growth and Decline in the Anglican Communion: 1980 to the Present". You can read more about Dr. Bonner's work here: https://livingchurch.org/covenant/2018/08/30/facing-more-episcopal-church-decline/…

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Hacking Methodism - S4 E2 feat. Jeremy Smith 1:03:04

6+ y ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Episode two of season four is here! Ben and Colin are joined by the Rev. Jeremy Smith of Hacking Christianity. Rev. Jeremy Smith is a United Methodist Elder serving as Senior Pastor at First United Methodist Church in Seattle, Washington (USA). He blogs about faith, young clergy issues, technology, internet theory, and geeky topics at HackingChrist…

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Two Scary Words (Digital and Evangelism) - S4 E1 feat. Jeremy Tackett 56:12

6+ y ago56:12

56:12

Four years and now four seasons kicks off with Jeremy Tackett, Digital Evangelist for the Episcopal Church. We discuss working for Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, exciting new projects for TEC, and those two scary words "digital" and "evangelism." Bonus interview: Colin asks Ben all about his new Kickstarter for the All Ports Open Network launching…

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Monday Morning Sermonback Extra - Placing a Stumbling Block In Front of the Margins 6:55

6+ y ago6:55

6:55

This week, Jesus has some pretty strong words for the privileged who, because of their tribes, try to keep some in and some out. Reading: http://www.lectionarypage.net/YearB_RCL/Pentecost/BProp21_RCL.html#gsp1

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Monday Morning Sermonback Extra - Proper 20 Year B 5:13

6+ y ago5:13

5:13

Mark Nepo writes that sacred moments wait for us like the very pulse of life that waits like a kind mother at the edge of exhaustion. As we seek to ease our anxiety not on early things but on things heavenly, what would it look like if we made God the foundation for our stability? Reading: http://www.lectionarypage.net/YearB_RCL/Pentecost/BProp20_R…

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Monday Morning Sermonback Extra - Proper 19 Year B 7:31

6+ y ago7:31

7:31

When exactly did we ever all just get along? Colin explores last Sunday's Gospel where we are met with one of the earliest divisions in the church. Gospel Reading: http://www.lectionarypage.net/YearB_RCL/Pentecost/BProp19_RCL.html#gsp1

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Monday Morning Sermonback Extra - Proper 16 Year B 10:05

6+ y ago10:05

10:05

We are trying something different here at Priest Pulse. I (Colin) have been recording the audio from my sermon for years and I'm finding it less effective as a tool to share the gospel. Sermons on Sunday are visual mediums and the audio is not capturing the entire presentation. What I want to try is to take the content from the Sunday Sermon, and o…

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Creative Common Evangelism - S3 E18 feat. Kyle Oliver 45:33

7y ago45:33

45:33

This week, we welcome back the Rev. Kyle Oliver (Creative Commons Prayer) to talk about what he's been up to since his last time on Priest Pulse, his Doctoral work at Columbia, and even more exciting - his recent Holy Eucharist Illuminated Cards project. Ben, Colin, and Kyle talk about new trends in the church and the continuing rise in what they s…

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#GC79 That's a Wrap - The 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church 35:57

7y ago35:57

35:57

No #GC79 Pigeon, no Episcobaby, no lightning scar, but we do have some amazing interviews and a wrap up from our correspondent Laurence Wainwright-Maks from the floor of the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church. The incredible executive director of Forma Bill Campbell (finally!) joins us as well as Charles Graves and Bishop Silvestre Rom…

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Kick It! - S3 E17 feat. Callie Swanlund 58:38

7y ago58:38

58:38

The Rev. Callie Swanlund joins us to discuss her fabulous project now on Kickstarter: How2Charist, a Digital Instructed Eucharist. Bread+wine: blessed. God: present. What's the meaning behind our words+rituals? How2charist illuminates the liturgy's beauty+spirit. You can back this project now in the link below. Listen to Callie tell her story of ho…

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#GC79 We Lost Track of the Day of Convention Conversations - The 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church 20:47

7y ago20:47

20:47

Yes, the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church is still going on. Yes, we've lost track of how many days it has been. Yes, we are still extremely thrilled by these wonderful conversations. On this episode, Bishop Daniel Gutierrez of the Diocese of Pennsylvania and Mary Parmer of Invite Welcome Connect both return to Priest Pulse with thei…

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#GC79 Day 4 and 5 Conversations - The 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church 37:14

7y ago37:14

37:14

Topics include: Prayer Book Revision (Resolution A068), Bishops Against Gun Violence, Hutto Detention Facility visit, #Metoo, worship at General Convention, diversity and inclusiveness in leadership, creation care and agrarian mission, Episcopal Relief and Development, youth ministry, the Young Adult Festival, Union of Black Episcopalians, and much…

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#GC79 Day 3 Conversations - The 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church 17:45

7y ago17:45

17:45

Fr. Laurence Wainwright-Maks continues to interview from the floor of the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church in Austin, Texas. In this episode: Jason Evans, Sarah Stonesifer, and discussions of #MeToo, #Churchtoo, worship at GC, evangelism, church planting, and much more.

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#GC79 Day 2 and 3 Conversations - The 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church 17:49

7y ago17:49

17:49

Fr. Laurence Wainwright-Maks continues reporting from the floor of the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church in Austin, TX. He discusses the #metoo liturgy and the opening press event with Bishop Michael Curry and President of the House of Deputies Gay Clark Jennings. Laurence continues to collect perspectives from the floor including: Dr…

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#GC79 Day 1 - The 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church 15:31

7y ago15:31

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Join our correspondent Laurence Wainwright-Maks as he reports from the floor of #GC79, the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church. Interviews include Bishop Brian Seage of the Diocese of Mississippi, representatives of Bexley Seabury seminary, Aimee Bostwick, President of the Board of Forma, other representatives of Forma, and more! Lauren…

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The One Person Crazy Enough - S3 E16 featuring Scott Gunn on the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church #GC79 38:43

7y ago38:43

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It's that glorious, triennial time: General Convention! #GC79 has kicked off and in this episode Ben and Colin interview Scott Gunn of Forward Movement about all of the Convention hype. We unpack the big issues, and what makes convention great. Let Scott Gunn help you understand some of the ins-and-outs of the General Convention. https://www.episco…

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Cancer Girl and the Cape of Grace - S3 E15 featuring Anna Courie 50:39

7y ago50:39

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Anna Fitch Courie returns to talk about her amazing new book the Adventures of Cancer Girl and God, available now from Church Publishing. Topics include: living with cancer or illness, grace and healing, finding faith in difficult circumstances, evangelism and sharing our stories of faith, Michael Curry and the Jesus Movement, Lent Madness, and so …

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Forming Servants of Jesus (part 2) - S3 E14 featuring the Faculty of the General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church 52:28

7y ago52:28

52:28

Fr. Benjamin Gildas sits down for a roundtable discussion with the full time faculty of the General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church to discuss challenges and opportunities facing current and new leadership in this denomination. www.gts.edu Desmond Tutu Travel Seminar with the Rev. Dr. Michael Battle: www.gts.edu www.michaelbattle.com…

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