Stay ConnectedThere are a growing number of people who have given up on church, hit a wall in their faith, or been left with lingering question regarding the Christian tradition which was passed down to them. But they’re not ready to entirely walk away from God, spirituality, or faith — if anything, they believe faith is what grounds us and helps us to make a difference in our shared world.
Maybe this is your story.
We started this podcast to elevate voices who are re-imagining faith.
On episode 8, we talk with author, theologian and entrepreneur, Steve Gerali, from Sanctuary Coffee in Claremont, California. We talk about the current reformation of the church and his story from working at one of the largest churches in America to starting Sanctuary Coffee. Sanctuary Coffee's motto is "impacting lives with every cup". They're a non-profit coffee house / church where it's more about relationships and partnering with local organizations to do good. Learn more here: http://www.sanctuaryclaremont.com.
On episode 6, we talk with author, theologian & podcaster, Pete Enns about all sorts of bible stuff - inerrancy, authority, inspiration and how to let the Bible be what it is. These are just a few themes from his book "The Bible Tells Me So" where Pete also writes about contradictions, confusing stories from the Old Testament and all that bible violence. Join us to hear a different way to read the bible and then check out Pete's podcast, "The Bible for Normal People", to take it a step further! Learn more about Pete Enns at: peteenns.com
On episode 5, we talk with author & theologian, Tony Jones, about his most recent book, Did God Kill Jesus? Searching for Love in History's Most Famous Execution. The atonement and cross haven’t always been understood as it is today in popular evangelicalism and Tony helps us get a wider, more historical view. You just might get introduced to a fresh way of understanding why Jesus died that is all about love and less about a God who had to kill his kid. Learn more about Tony Jones at: http://tonyj.net
On episode 4, Kyle talks with the author of the recently released book, “#staymarried: A Couple’s Devotional”. #staymarried offers inclusive, open-minded guidance that applies to a diverse range of couples. We talk about the story behind the book and what it looks like to re-imagine healthy relationships which last for the long haul. Learn more at: www.staymarriedblog.com.
On episode 3, Gary and Kyle talk with Dave Schmelzer about some concepts from his new book, "Blue Ocean Faith" including solus Jesus, "Third Way" theology regarding LGBTQ and the centered-set. Dave started an organization which is also called "Blue Ocean Faith" where he is gathering a new and more diverse group of churches to help us build a less dogmatic and more inclusive way of being Christian. Learn more at: http://www.blueoceanfaith.org.
On episode 2, Kyle and Gary talk with Kevin Neuner about what the bible is, what it isn’t and all kinds of stuff in between. Kevin does just about everything you can think of. He’s an organizational leadership guru (VIA Leadership). And he’s a normal guy, yet as scholarly as you can get, working with VIA Ministries — the bible in motion. Kevin has a knack for helping those who are deconstructing and reconstructing the bible and faith and helps the bible come to life.
On this episode of the Voices Podcast, Kyle and Gary continue the conversation around creation care by talking about how they learned about climate change, practical changes they have made, and why it's important for us as Christ followers to take this seriously. Learn more at: www.beforetheflood.com www.arcadiapower.com/ www.ecosia.org/ yearsoflivingdangerously.com/
On this episode of The Voices Podcast, Kyle and Gary talk to Brian Webb about climate change, politics and how creation care is connected to our faith. Brian Webb is the founder of Climate Caretakers — a Christian community committed to action on climate change. Learn more at: www.climatecaretakers.org
Have you ever asked the question, "Is this really all there is to faith?" We have, and we are on a journey to re-imagine faith together. Production by: Luke Bechtel Music by: Screen Sounds
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