Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12
Sermon -  Ordinary Saints: The Theology of Aretha Franklin

Ordinary Saints: The Theology of Aretha Franklin

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39
Sermon -  Ordinary Saints: The Theology of John Wesley

Ordinary Saints: The Theology of John Wesley

In this episode of the Church is Changing podcast, host Paul Nixon interviews a German United Methodist pastor, Bernd Schwenkschuster. Bernd planted a new church in Metzingen, Germany a decade ago - one of about 15 planted in by United Methodists in the Southern Germany Conference in recent times. Why are United Methodists planting successfully in a very secular culture such as Germany? There are things to learn here for Americans and others who may think that planting is impossible in current cultural conditions.

Church is Changing: Episode 15 - Bernd Schwenkschuster

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3
Sermon - All Saints Day; Ordinary Saints: The Theology of Faith UMC

Ordinary Saints: The Theology of Faith UMC

Rev. John Thornburg is director of research at the Texas Methodist Foundation, where his recent work in encouraging congregations centers in five practices: grieving well, discerning purpose, walking alongside neighbor, de-centering power, and expanding imagination. He's retiring next week after ten years at TMF, and 43 years in ministry settings both in the United States and West Africa. Whether we are a part of a church that is staying in The United Methodist Church, or we are at one that is leaving the denomination, or we are leaving a church community, there is grief. That’s naming the reality of where are right now. Rev. Thornburg, along with Mark Miller, wrote “When There’s Trust in the Room.” In this episode of Worship Matters, we discuss this hymn and how music and worship can help congregations going through changes to sit with their grief, to share in lament as a way to then make space for hope, anticipation, and new beginnings. Join us for this timely conversation.

Worship Matters: Episode 76 – When There’s Trust in the Room

Jesus meets the woman at the well, and treats her with great care. God invites us to meet others with care, to meet physical and spiritual needs. How do we follow in the footsteps of Jesus? 

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For additional reading on the Gospel of John: Reading John for Dear Life: A Spiritual Walk with the Fourth Gospel by Rev. Dr. Jaime Clark-Soles

The Bible Through the Lens of Care: John 4 - Season 6, Episode 3

In this episode of Church is Changing, host Paul Nixon interviews Mike Baughman, who works with innovation related to United Methodist Higher Education and Ministry. Paul asks Mike to reflect on his years as founding pastor of Union Coffee in Dallas. He reflects on the opportunity for the UMC to partner with emerging leaders who have out-of-the-box notions of church.

Church is Changing: Episode 16 - Mike Baughman

Scripture: John 6:25-35
Are you Thankful?

Rev. Larry Thomson- Are You Thankful?

The Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone, but how do we continue with the attitude of thanksgiving and gratitude? Jesus cares about giving thanks as demonstrated in the Last Supper. His care for his followers includes giving thanks. How do we continue with that same practice?

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The Bible Through the Lens of Care: Luke 22:7-20 - Season 6, Episode 4

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19
Sermon: Thanks a Lot

Thanksgiving: Thanks A Lot

We bring you stories of hope and resilience from leaders around the world who are engaging the gospel message in new ways. We interview thought leaders who bring wisdom about the changing cultural landscape and its implications for faith formation. If you are a church leader looking for practical ideas and new ways of approaching church in the 21st century, this podcast is for you.

About the Hosts:

Beth Estock

After serving as a United Methodist pastor in a variety of settings in Georgia and Oregon, and then as Director of New Faith Community Development in the Oregon and Idaho conferences of The United Methodist Church, Beth Estock wanted to help big-hearted leaders have impact without exhaustion. She is a Master Certified Integral Coach™ as well as a meditative yoga instructor. Her contemplative sensibilities and integral approach inform her coaching work with leaders all over North America and the United Kingdom. 

She has written two books, Weird Church: Welcome to the 21st Century and Discernment: Spiritual Practices for Building a Life of Faith. You can find out more about her at www.bethestock.com

Paul Nixon

Paul Nixon is Director of Church Multiplication for Discipleship Ministries, an agency of The United Methodist Church. He has served as a Director of Church Development for an annual conference, served as a church planter, and coached scores of innovative leaders across the last quarter century. Paul is the president of Epicenter Group, a coaching organization currently focused on ministry in North America and the United Kingdom. Paul has written eleven books – including a joyful collaboration with Beth Estock in 2016 as they released Weird Church: Welcome to the 21stt Century. His most recent book is Launching a New Worship Community: A Field Guide for the 2020s, co-authored with Craig Gilbert and twelve ministry innovators. You can find out more about him at www.epicentergroup.org.

“Worship Matters” is a podcast from the worship team of Discipleship Ministries, designed to deal with the intricacies of planning worship each week. Hosted by Dr. Cynthia Wilson, Executive Director of Worship Ministries and the Director of Liturgical Ministries; Dr. Diana Sanchez-Bushong, Director of Music Ministries; and Dr. Derek Weber, Director of Preaching Ministries, this podcast explores how to plan worship using the common lectionary while creating worship experiences and series that are engaging, relevant, and adaptable for any church setting.

Jesus was a healer. His example calls us to provide care and support for one another through the peaks and valleys of our lives. The Caring Congregation (TCC) offers guidance on the best Christian practices to help people move through life’s challenges. Our method of care is based on a team approach that empowers both pastors and laity (serving as Congregational Care Ministers or CCMs) working together to support the congregation and community.

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