Jesus Collective Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Hear engaging conversations with leaders from across the Jesus-centred movement, as we equip one another for Jesus-centred life and leadership, and give shape to this new relational network called Jesus Collective.
How can leaders build communities that thrive on love rather than fear? In this episode, Shane Claiborne joins the conversation to share his insights on leadership rooted in compassion, solidarity, and genuine human connection. Together, we explore the transformative power of listening, relationship-building, and intentional practices like shared meals and hospitality in fostering meaningful community.
Shane speaks candidly about standing with marginalized groups, addressing social issues through awareness and education, and leading with courage and love in the face of fear. He offers practical wisdom on nurturing resilience, creating spaces of support, and living out faith in everyday actions.
If you’re committed to leading with heart, empathy, and purpose, this conversation will inspire you to center love in your leadership and discover the strength found in true community.
Vision and Leadership with Tara Beth Leach
Vision is the lifeblood of leadership but how do leaders sustain it amidst challenge and change? In this episode, Shawna Boren and Meghan Good sit down with pastor and author Tara Beth Leach to unpack the power of vision in ministry and beyond. Together, they explore how a clear, Jesus-centered vision can energize communities, shape direction, and renew purpose.
Tara shares candidly about navigating disagreements, staying rooted in humility, and keeping the mission alive when circumstances get tough. She offers practical wisdom on community engagement, accountability, and the rhythms that help leaders stay grounded and inspired.
If you’re passionate about leading with clarity, faith, and resilience, this conversation will refresh your perspective and remind you why vision matters more than ever.
In this episode of Leading in the Way of Jesus, Paul Walker talks with Becca Syme — author, coach, and Gallup-Certified Strengths expert — about how true leadership begins with who we are, not what we do.
Drawing on years of coaching thousands of creatives, Becca shares insights on self-leadership, spiritual formation, and the inner life that shapes healthy, effective leaders. Together they explore how leaders can stay grounded in identity, lead from their strengths, and remain resilient and humble in a results-driven world.
A practical and inspiring conversation on being formed by Jesus so we can lead like Jesus.
Leading in the Way of Jesus: An Introduction
In this kickoff episode, Paul Walker sets the stage for our new Jesus Collective podcast series on leadership. Drawing from Dr. Paul Magnus’ model of holistic leadership, Paul unpacks a framework built around four key quadrants: the Person of the Leader, the People they lead, the Processes they ensure, and the Purpose they advance.
For many, the word “leadership” carries baggage—but Paul shares why he’s convinced that Jesus still calls us into leadership, reshaping it with his vision, his purpose, and his way. This episode offers both a challenge and an invitation: to reimagine leadership not as power over, but as life with, in the way of Jesus.
What if the way you relate to God is shaped by the same attachment patterns that shape your relationships with others?
In this episode, Shawna and Paul talk with Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw—pastors, authors, and co-founders of the Center for Embodied Faith—about their new book Landscapes of the Soul. Blending theology, neuroscience, and real-life stories, they reveal how attachment theory can transform our discipleship and spiritual formation.
Together they explore:
•The “landscapes” of the jungle of anxiety, desert of avoidance, war zone of chaos, and the pasture of joy and peace
•Why joy is the key to secure connection with God and others
•Practices that help us heal attachment wounds and grow resilient faith
Whether you find yourself in a jungle of anxiety, a desert of disconnection, or the pasture of peace, this conversation shows how Jesus meets us right where we are—and invites us into deeper courage, connection, and joy.
Summer Burnout Camp Part 3 with Jon Hand
Burnout is hitting church leaders hard—nearly half of pastors have thought about walking away. This episode for that board member, elder, or congregant who is curious about navigating burnout with a pastor in their church, In this episode, Paul and leadership coach Jon Hand tackle the reality of burnout head-on, exploring the systemic causes, from overwork and unclear roles to unhealthy church dynamics.
Jon shares hard-earned wisdom from coaching leaders, offering practical next steps: how to respond compassionately, why professional assessments matter, and what congregations can do when their pastor needs time away. Rather than despair, they point to the surprising redemptive power of burnout—the growth, wisdom, and deeper leadership it can unlock.
If you care about healthy churches and sustainable leadership, this conversation will leave you both challenged and hopeful.
[BURNOUT MAP]
Welcome to part two of our summer summer series, Paul Walker hosts an open panel conversation with Jon Hand, Cherish Hamilton, and Keith Miller. Together, they dive deeper into the realities of pastoral burnout—bringing diverse perspectives, hard-won wisdom, and honest questions to the table.
This interactive discussion moves beyond personal stories into collective insight. The panel tackles audience questions, explores practical pathways for resilience, and wrestles with how churches can shift from burnout-prone cultures to communities of restoration and sustainable leadership.
Part 2 is both real and refreshing—a dialogue full of candor, grace, and hope for leaders who feel weary, and for communities ready to walk with them toward renewal.
Part 1 of Summer Burnout Camp with Jon Hand
In this special two-part summer series, we pitch our tent at the intersection of leadership, faith, and exhaustion. Paul Walker sits down with Jon Hand, cofounder of Lead from Transformation, to explore the deep realities of pastoral burnout—what causes it, how to recognize it, and why naming it can be the first step toward healing.
Jon shares his own powerful story of a life changing experience with burnout and the surprising grace that met him in his most vulnerable moments. Together, Paul and Jon unpack the psychological, spiritual, and systemic dimensions of burnout—along with practical tools like the Spire Assessment Model and the Burnout Map.
This honest, hopeful conversation is for any leader running on empty, and a vital listen for churches ready to build cultures that resist burnout instead of ignoring it.
Part 2 continues live on August 13 at 1 PM CST with a panel of ministry leaders.
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Access burnout tools and resources: lft-leadership.com
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Connect with Jon Hand via Facebook, LinkedIn, or the LFT website.
In this episode, Paul speaks with Pastor and Professor Steve Bezner about his book, \"Your Jesus Is Too American,\" exploring how the Christian faith can become entangled with national identity. They discuss the need for a kingdom-centred imagination in the church, the influence of media and politics on theology, and the importance of love, service, and nuanced thinking in discipleship. From refugee care to sexuality and suffering, Steve shares stories and insights that challenge cultural assumptions and invite listeners to follow a Jesus who transcends borders—one whose kingdom vision is bigger than any nation.
In this episode, Shawna and Paul sit down with Keith Miller, founding pastor of Lifepath Church in Newark, Delaware, to explore the unexpected power of rest. Keith shares honestly about his ministry journey—from the early days of church planting to navigating leadership challenges and rediscovering renewal through a recent sabbatical.
Together, they reflect on the personal and communal dynamics of pastoral burnout, what it means to lead with vulnerability, and how sabbatical rhythms can become catalysts for transformation, not just for the leader but for the entire church.
If you\'re discerning how to lead your community toward deeper spiritual health while also tending to your own soul, this conversation will resonate deeply.
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In this episode, Paul and Shawna sit down with Mark Glanville—jazz musician, Old Testament scholar, and Director of the Centre for Missional Leadership at the University of British Columbia—to explore his journey from Sydney’s jazz scene to missional leadership in post-Christian cultures. Broadcasting from his piano bench in Vancouver, Mark shares how his love for music shapes his preaching, how communal over individualistic frameworks can reframe sermon practice, and why holistic well-being is vital for sustaining pastoral life. He also discusses his recent book, Preaching In A New Key: Crafting Expository Sermons in Post-Christian Communities, which offers a fresh vision for preaching in a skeptical age. Listeners can learn more about Mark’s work at markglanville.org and tune into his podcast Blue Note Theology—“the only podcast in the world hosted from the grand piano!
In this timely episode, Paul sits down with Adam Dyer and Cherish Hamilton to explore how global political tensions—like trade wars, nationalism, and polarization—impact personal relationships and the unity of the Church.
Framed by the question “Why can’t we be friends?”, the conversation draws from Holy Week themes to examine false peace, true reconciliation, and Jesus’ call to love beyond ideological lines. From the rise of fear-based politics to the fear-driven narratives shaping our world, the trio wrestles with how followers of Jesus can stay rooted in empathy, hope, and God’s original intent.
They share practical spiritual practices, the importance of seeing people, not just systems, and the power of friendship in a divided world. We pray you will be encouraged by this hopeful, challenging conversation for anyone longing to be a person of peace in a time of conflict.
How do we, as a community, discern the voice of the Holy Spirit? In this episode of the Jesus Collective Holy Spirit Series, we dive deep into communal discernment with two incredible guests: David Fitch and Dr. Samuel Sarpiya. Together, we explore what it means to listen for the Spirit’s voice—not just individually, but as a gathered body of believers. This episode is packed with wisdom for church leaders, small group facilitators, and anyone longing to be part of a church that listens well to the Holy Spirit. Whether you're facing major decisions or simply seeking to be more attuned to God's work in your community, this conversation will equip you and encourage you.
The Spirit & Sources of Christian Authority: Where Do We Find Truth Today?
Join host Paul Walker and guests Tania Harris (founder of the "God Conversations" ministry) and Meghan Good for a thought-provoking exploration of Christian authority in today's world. This episode dives into the complex interplay between Scripture, tradition, church community, and the Holy Spirit's ongoing guidance.
Our guests unpack the historical context of Sola Scriptura, examining how this Reformation principle sought to correct church abuses but may have inadvertently diminished our understanding of how the Spirit continues to speak today. Together, they tackle challenging questions: How do we avoid making Scripture the "fourth member of the Trinity" while still honouring its divine inspiration? What does it mean that biblical authority is mediated through Jesus Christ?
Whether wrestling with spiritual discernment, interpreting difficult passages, or seeking to balance tradition with fresh revelation, this episode provides thoughtful perspectives on maintaining Jesus as our foundation while embracing the Spirit's ongoing work in our communities. Don't miss this essential conversation about finding a faithful balance between the ancient text and the living Spirit in an age hungry for authentic spiritual authority.
Despite all our ministries, activities, and efforts, why does the church often seem so little like Jesus? In this episode, we dive deep into the role of the Holy Spirit in discipleship and personal transformation with our guests, Keith Smith & Jonny Morrison. Are we missing something essential?
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Join co-leaders Adam Dyer and Cherish Hamilton for a dynamic and heartfelt conversation about the state of Jesus Collective as we move into 2025. Despite its rather presidential-sounding title, this State of the Union episode offers an intimate look at where our community has been and where we're headed. Adam and Cherish share their experience stepping into co-leadership together, unpacking the victories and valuable learning moments that have shaped their journey. They dive deep into the expanding network of Hubs, share exciting details about our upcoming Regional Event, and explore how their complementary leadership styles are helping forge a more collaborative and mutual community. Through personal stories, candid insights, and a bold vision for the future, this conversation captures the innovative spirit of Jesus Collective while offering practical ways for leaders to engage more deeply with our Jesus-centered movement.
Join us for an episode of the Jesus Collective podcast as we dive into "Sent by the Spirit" with Executive Director of Jesus Collective, Adam Dyer. In this second installment of our Holy Spirit Series, we explore the profound yet often overlooked relationship between the Holy Spirit and the church's mission in today's world.
Drawing from his personal journey, Adam addresses the challenging question: Have we inadvertently reduced our mission to mere strategy and marketing, missing the vital partnership of the Holy Spirit? Whether you're a ministry leader feeling burned out from relying on human effort alone, or someone seeking to discover more input, this episode offers practical insights for cultivating genuine partnership with the Holy Spirit in mission.
From seeing mighty moves of the Spirit to everyday guidance, learn how to move beyond exhausting self-reliance into Spirit-led ministry that produces lasting kingdom impact. Don't miss this honest, inspiring conversation about rediscovering the Holy Spirit's essential role in fulfilling the church's mission in our post-Christian world.
In this first episode of our Holy Spirit series, join Greg Boyd, Meghan Good, and Edem Morny as they unravel a critical theological mystery: What happens when the church accidentally "divorces" the Trinity? Diving deep into the inseparable relationship between Jesus and the Spirit, our guests expose how Christianity malfunctions when these divine partners are torn apart.
Get ready for a conversation that promises to challenge theological assumptions, and re-center our understanding of God's dynamic, interconnected nature. Whether you're a pastor, theologian, or curious Christ-follower, this episode will transform how you see the Trinity.
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Get ready for a fresh take on Advent! In this episode of the Jesus Collective podcast, we're excited to welcome first-time guest Paul Walker as he sits down with guest host Christie Penner Worden to explore "Why We Need Advent More Than Ever."
Paul explains why this ancient Christian practice isn't just a holiday tradition but a powerful antidote to our fast-paced, consumer-driven world. He'll challenge how we typically experience the season and invite listeners into a deeper, more meaningful way of waiting and anticipation.
Tune in and discover why Advent might be exactly what you need right now in our weary age.
Thanks for listening!
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In an era where political tensions seem to be reaching a fever pitch globally, how can church leaders guide their communities with wisdom, grace, and an unwavering focus on Jesus? Join us for this timely and thoughtful conversation with pastors Keith Smith, Jonny Morrison, and Cherish Hamilton as they share their experiences and insights on leading congregations through politically charged seasons.
Our panel moves beyond reactive commentary to explore deeper questions: How do we maintain our prophetic witness as the Body of Christ when political identities threaten to overshadow our Kingdom calling? What does it mean to be the church in an increasingly polarized world? And how do we sustain hope and avoid weariness while leading through extended seasons of tension?
Drawing from their diverse ministry contexts across the United States, our guests offer practical wisdom for pastors and church leaders wrestling with these challenges. They share vulnerable stories of struggles and breakthrough moments while unpacking how their communities are learning to prioritize Kingdom values over partisan divisions.
Whether you're a church leader seeking guidance, a Christian struggling to navigate political tensions in your own community, or simply someone yearning for a more hope-filled way forward, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how we can remain rooted in Jesus while engaging thoughtfully with the political realities of our time.
Join us for a compelling conversation with Anna Vogt, Director of Advocacy and Public Policy for the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), as we explore what Jesus-shaped political advocacy looks like in today's complex world. Drawing from over a decade of experience with MCC, including years of grassroots work in Colombia, Anna shares powerful stories of transformation, reconciliation, and the occasionally surprising journey of loving one's enemies.
In this timely discussion, we dive into how Christians can navigate political engagement while maintaining their primary allegiance to Jesus, especially during this unprecedented global election year. Anna offers practical wisdom for church leaders seeking to foster unity amid political division and shares insights on building communities of peace that stand as alternatives to our culture's polarized discourse.
From witnessing prisoners being set free to seeing communities forge paths to peace, Anna's experiences illuminate how faith-informed advocacy can help make the impossible possible. Whether you're a pastor, peace worker, or someone wrestling with faith's role in politics, this conversation offers fresh perspectives on embodying Jesus' way in our political engagement.
Referenced links from the podcast
Advocacy toolkit and resources: www.mcc.org/get-involved/advocacy/canada
Talk climate, practice peace: www.mcc.org/what-we-do/initiatives/climate-change/talk-climate-practice-peace
Peaceful Practices: A guide to healthy communication in conflict: www.mcc.org/resources/peaceful-practices-guide-healthy-communication-conflict
Anna's website: www.annavogt.ca
Sign up for the Peace & Justice newsletter: www.mcc.org/impact/newsletters/peace-justice
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Justin Brierley, who has created spaces for meaningful conversations between believers and skeptics, earning respect from both communities for his thoughtful approach to faith, science, and culture.
In this episode, Justin shares his remarkable journey from an early podcast pioneer to a respected cultural commentator. Drawing from his extensive experience and insights from his recent book "The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God" (2023), he explores the unexpected resurgence of religious interest among public intellectuals and what this means for the future of faith.
In this episode, we delve deep into:
The art of hosting difficult conversations across ideological divides
How twenty years of dialogue with skeptics has shaped his faith
The current "meaning crisis" and Christianity's unique response
The decline of New Atheism and the changing landscape of belief
Practical wisdom for church leaders engaging with a post-Christian culture
Justin brings a unique perspective on bridging the gap between intellectual discourse and everyday faith. Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers valuable insights on navigating faith in an increasingly complex world.
Visit www.justinbrierley.com to learn more!
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In this episode of The Jesus Collective Podcast, we sit down with Christie Penner Worden, author of The Me I Was Made to Be: Helping Christian Parents Navigate the Identity Conversation. Christie dives deep into the heart of her new book, exploring how today’s kids and youth are grappling with identity in ways that often differ from the adults in their lives.
Together, we discuss how parents and church leaders can walk alongside young people as they navigate questions of who they are and how they fit into God’s family. Christie emphasizes the importance of telling a more Jesus-centered, gospel-rooted story that invites kids into the conversation rather than leaving them out.
This episode offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking to love, guide, and understand the next generation as they learn who they are and who they are in Christ. Tune in for a thoughtful, heartfelt discussion on how we can better engage in these crucial conversations and help kids feel safe, seen, and valued within the family of God.
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In this episode of the Jesus Collective podcast, we sit with Dr. Mike O'Shea, Lead Pastor at Waterville Community Church and author of "All The Way Down: Rebuilding Christian Faith from the Rubble of Evangelicalism." Dr. O'Shea shares his journey from working in an international Evangelical mission organization to becoming a pastor helping people reimagine their faith.
Drawing from his book and personal experiences, Dr. O'Shea discusses the challenges many face with traditional evangelical approaches to the Bible and faith. He explores what it means to "reimagine" our understanding of Scripture and how viewing God through the lens of Jesus can transform our approach to faith.
This episode delves into practical advice for Christians feeling lost in the "rubble of evangelicalism," offering insights on rebuilding a more authentic and Jesus-centered faith. Dr. O'Shea also addresses how church leaders can guide congregations through reimagining and rebuilding.
Many Christians—especially young Christians stepping into a world and a church devastated by division, scandal, and abuse—are asking the question: "What is the gospel?" and deciding that the gospel is not good news. For many, it seems like our faith has little to offer the world around us. Our gospel has become too small—it looks nothing like the Jesus who embodies good news in the flesh. But what if we could re-discover the radical power of a Jesus-shaped Good News that upends religions, disrupts empires, heals the wounded, and empowers the marginalized? Join us as we chat with Jonny Morrison about his new book "Prodigal Gospel" which helps us get lost and found again in the Good News.
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At Jesus Collective, we want to be a part of a movement that is trying to look more like Jesus in all things– and that even includes how we grieve. Author and pastor Leanne Friesen joins us to discuss her book ‘Grieving Room,’ inspired by the loss of her sister to cancer. Leanne challenges common notions about grief, advocating for authentic emotional processing and the importance of rituals. She shares insights on supporting those in mourning, discusses how loss reshaped her pastoral approach and explores finding hope amidst pain. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or anyone navigating the difficult terrain of loss, this episode offers profound insights on creating space for authentic grieving and finding hope in the darkest moments. Join us for a conversation that will challenge, inspire, and provide practical guidance for walking alongside those in grief.
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Join author and theologian Brad Jersak as we embark on a journey into the depths of the Cross. From Abbotsford, BC, Brad, the Principal of St. Stephen’s University, shares his personal evolution of understanding, moving away from the doctrine of penal substitution and towards a non-violent interpretation of atonement. Delving into the landscape of atonement theories, Brad challenges us to broaden our perspectives and embrace the endless mystery and meaning of the Cross. Reflecting on his influential book "Stricken By God?" and the changing ecclesial landscape, Brad offers valuable insights for pastors and church leaders seeking to preach a deeper understanding of Jesus' death, emphasizing the need to approach the Cross with fresh eyes and avoid reductionism. We hope this episode helps you explore the profound truths of the Crucified God.
Visit the website for St. Stephen’s University at www.ssu.ca
Also, there's still time to register for Unite! Details are here: www.jesuscollective.com/unite
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There's a mystery and a question at the heart of the cross. In his new book "The Wood Between the Worlds," pastor and author Brian Zahnd passionately explores the kaleidoscopic and Theo-poetic nature of the cross, cautioning against misconceptions and urging a recapture of its scandal and shock in a world where it has become a mere religious cliché. From the Crucified God at the center of theology to a Trinitarian co-suffering perspective, Zahnd tackles profound questions about the cross, offering insights into the problem of evil and notions of justice while giving valuable advice for preachers seeking to expand congregational imagination. Join us for a captivating exploration of beauty, art, and poetic theology surrounding the cross, inviting listeners to embrace the mystery and significance of this symbol not just during Lent but throughout their theological journey.
Don't forget to check out Unite! Details are here: www.jesuscollective.com/unite
Join us on an inspiring episode as we delve into the transformative power of unity and reconciliation with our special guest, Issa Sadi Ebombolo. Issa currently serves as the Peacebuilding Coordinator at the Mennonite Central Committee in Zambia and Malawi and brings a wealth of experience and hope to the conversation. From sharing impactful stories of reconciliation emerging from the Peace Clubs in Zambia to exploring the role of a unified church in addressing societal polarization, Issa provides valuable insights and practical strategies. As the former chair of the MCC Africa Peace Network, he offers a hopeful perspective on fostering unity in diverse cultural contexts and shares a message for North American church leaders on leading with a commitment to reconciliation. Tune in to discover the positive impact of peacebuilding, learn from successful initiatives, and explore practical steps for creating a more hopeful and unified church environment in today's polarized world.
Don't forget to check out Unite! Details are here: www.jesuscollective.com/unite
Mental health and the conversation around it have reached crisis levels in our society. Yet the church has sometimes been hesitant to step into the conversation, fearing they are ill-equipped or overconfident. Join Pastor Jenni Waldron on a learning journey as she shares her family story, pastoral wisdom on walking with people and how the church can be a place of hope and healing.
Check out Jenni Waldron's website, where you can also find her book! www.byjenwaldron.com
And don't forget to check out Unite! Details are here: www.jesuscollective.com/unite
There is so much emotional anxiety and polarity around issues confronting the church today... Division about politics, hand-wringing about de-churching and disputes over what it means to be Jesus-centred. Join Pastors Brian Zahnd and Greg Boyd as they speak words of hope and encouragement into this moment and how a chaste and diminished church can bring healing to the hopelessness of our moment.
Welcome to Episode 1 in our Unite Series. We are exploring themes we will dive deeper into at our global Unite Gathering on April 24-26, 2024 in St. Paul, MN. In this episode, Paul Walker and Christie Penner Worden sit down with Northern Seminary Professor David Fitch to talk about his new book (January 30, 2024) called Reckoning with Power: Why the Church Fails When it's On the Wrong Side of Power. Dave, Paul, and Christie have a practical and honest conversation about what happens when the church unknowingly bases its power assumption on a secular operating system. This conversation surfaces important mistakes the church is making in our time and what we can do to align ourselves with Jesus in how we lead and operate communities of Jesus in our cultural moment.
www.jesuscollective.com/unite
Check out Dave's forthcoming book Reckoning with Power
We sit down with Jenni Waldron and Preston Ulmer as they share their perspectives and insights as practitioners who are deepening their discipleship and creating spaces of discipleship for others. Both Jenni and Preston are leaning into a practice-based way of engaging spiritual formation and discipleship through Jesus XP (the Jesus Experience). They share how this relational resource has been deeply impacting people in the way of Jesus. Pull up a chair to the metaphorical podcast table and listen in as we explore a practical Jesus-centered tool to form Jesus more deeply in those we love and lead.
The Jesus XP Website: www.thejesusxp.com
Jenni Waldron Instagram: www.instagram.com/jenniwaldron Email: jenni.waldron@newlife.tv
Preston Ulmer Email: preston@thedoubtersclub.com
Join Jesus Collective for a live podcast episode featuring Marlena Graves. In this live podcast, we will explore Marlena's latest book "Bearing God: Living a Christ-formed Life in Uncharted Waters." Together, we will explore what makes Jesus-centered spiritual formation unique and how it equips us to be non-anxious leaders in a world characterized by uncertainty, anxiety, polarization, and a longing for control.
Marlena Graves is a writer, activist, church leader, and Assistant Professor of Spiritual Formation at Northeastern Theological Seminary in Rochester, NY.
Meet Marlena: http://marlenagraves.com
http://marlenagraves.com/books/
Live podcasts are where we invite those tracking with Jesus Collective and the Jesus-centered conversation to deepen understanding and practice on aspects of theology, culture, and mission in our post-Christian landscape. Live podcasts feature engaging conversations with thought leaders and practitioners from a variety of contexts and across traditions. Participation includes live Q&A and breakout rooms to share insights with others across the Jesus-centered movement.
Join Keith Smith and Jon Hand as they talk about how we can deepen our leadership and discipleship to Jesus in a polarized world. Jesus Collective is committed to helping leaders be better leaders by becoming better followers of Jesus. One of the ways you can deepen your Jesus-centered leadership is by exploring our Online Learning Collective. Today, Keith and Jon talk about the upcoming OLC launching in January 2023 and how this experience is intricately designed for practical learning and personal transformation.
A pastor, lobbyist, network leader, and Middle East peace advocate talk about the war in Palestine and Israel. Join Keith Smith, Mercy Aiken, Anna Vogt, and Jon Hand as they share insights into the unfolding war and how we can be peacemakers in the tensions created by this tragedy.
Here are some resources from us:
Two video reflections from Palestinian pastors: Reflection #1, Reflection #2.
MCC’s podcast: “Everyone is entitled to dignity and safety”.
MCC's "Call for an end to violence in Palestine and Isareal" for Canadians, and US citizens.
A prayer for Palestine and Israel
MCC's advocacy toolkit
Anna Vogt's blog
Join Paul and Cherish in this insightful exploration into the wisdom of the New Testament book of Galatians. Professor Mark Baker, author of Centered-Set Church, highlights his new commentary on Galatians. This conversation highlights the humanity of Paul, the missional heart of this letter, how this letter addresses identity and cancel culture, and how it critiques progressive and conservative ideologies, plus much more.
In these dynamic times, a healthcare professional, church developer, co-pastor, and network leader come together to discuss the relevancy of Jesus. Be part of this varied group of leaders as they explore the implications of adopting a Jesus-centric approach to address the emerging challenges in their specific environments. This engaging dialogue underscores the significant and optimistic role that the church plays in their settings. Tune in to hear stories of personal growth, the influence of the Gen Z demographic, and strategies for leading more optimistically during uncertain times.
In Part 1 of this thought-provoking mini-series, we hear from Pastor Meghan Larissa Good speaking at Jesus Collective's in-person gathering in June 2023 at Woodland Hills Church as she shares about our current cultural moment—a moment defined by its uncertainty, where the ground beneath us is shifting faster than ever before. Meghan offers some deep insights into the rise of 6 dynamics in our cultural moment creating both pain and opportunity for a heightened relevence of Jesus: pluralism, polarism, technology, individualism, scientism, and depression. Meghan helps us see that this is an opportunity for the movement of God in our day. Perhaps, we are on the edge of something new?
Welcome to another episode of the Jesus Collective Podcast. In this episide we pause to delve into the vision and heartbeat of Jesus Collective, introduce new core leadership team, and highlight wins from this past year. Plus, we explore the current landscape of church, and hear how Jesus Collective is responding to these shifting dynamics as we move into an exciting future together with a broader Jesus-centred movement. It's all packed into this dynamic episode. Enjoy!
In a world filled with hostility, division, and polarization it's time to refocus on Jesus. Join us for a captivating episode as Derek Vreeland, author of "Centering Jesus," reveals the consequences of losing sight of Jesus and the transformative impact of keeping Him at the center of our lives. Derek invites us to imagine what it looks like to keep Jesus as the Lamb of God at the center of three key areas of our lives—our spiritual formation, our moral lives, and our common life together.
Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we delve into the crucial topic of mental health within the church in the post-COVID era. In this enlightening conversation, we sit down with Carolyn Klassen, a counselor, public speaker, and leader within her church community. Together, we explore the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental well-being of the church community. Has the conversation around mental health evolved? What are the emerging mental health challenges faced by the church in this new era? We delve deep into these questions and uncover the shifts in understanding and approach that have taken place within the broader church since the pandemic began.
Adam Dyer, our brand new Jesus Collective Executive Director, sits down with Greg Boyd for a conversation about hope in a post-Christendom context. Adam and Greg explore how the rapid changing context of a post-Christendom culture is actually a good thing because it provides space for people to embrace an authentic faith, instead of simply acquiescing to the common shared trend of the larger culture. If the church is going to bring the gospel of Jesus, we must offer a life that stands in contrast because a polarized church has little to say to a polarized world. Adam shares some stories of hope from his own context as a pastor of Yeovil Community Church in England. And how he and his Church discovered that when Jesus is at the centre we find ourselves working against the polarization of our age by sharing life with others who see things in differing ways.
When we tell a reduced Gospel story, we get reduced results. In this podcast, we sit down with Matthew Bates as he shares his latest book, "Why the Gospel?". Matthew helps us see how the Gospel is a bigger story than personal salvation or forgiveness. The Gospel is a larger story based on Jesus the King who is the ultimate answer to our more profound questions about ourselves, God, and our world. If we are going speak to the deep longings of our secular post-modern culture, we need to tell a bigger story, a story with Jesus at the center.
Jesus Collective Partner, Jonny Morrison explores with us the dissatisfaction in our culture and why it's important for pastors and leaders to analyze culture more deeply. Morrison's book Light as Air: Practicing Authenticity, Depth, and Purpose in a World of Empty Promises may also offer some clues. We also delve into why some of us tend to individualize Jesus apart from his Kingdom political message and how we can become "wide awake Christians."
Jesus tells us to love our enemies. He doesn’t mean a hypothetical imagined enemy either. It is a love that goes beyond common sense. Jesus Collective Leadership Development Pastor Jon Hand reflects on learning to love your enemy from Matthew 5. Jon originally taught this sermon at The Meeting Place, a church in downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba, and we thought our wider Jesus Collective audience would enjoy it as well.
In this episode with J.W. Buck, we explore why it's important to reveal the radical Jesus: the Jesus who teaches on justice, relating to the poor, and what it means to be salt and light in the world. We'll get into Buck's book, "Everyday Activism" to answer some questions about creating social change, and dive briefly into the seven practices of justice he outlines in the book. J.W. Buck is a Christian faith leader and entrepreneur contending for a less violent world. He is the co-founder at Pax — which is an organization that desires to equip the next generation to pursue peace, justice, and wholeness in the world. And one of the ways they do that is through Jesus-centred content created by people of colour.
The book of Revelation has been used to justify religious violence, greed in regards to climate stewardship, and distractions from Jesus with apocalyptic doom scrolling. Pastor Jeremy Duncan shares helpful insights from his book to help leaders and thoughtful Christians have tools for how to approach this often misunderstood and misused book of the Bible. Jeremy's refreshing approach will illuminate a more hope-filled and prophetic expression of Jesus through this mysterious book.
Jesus Collective partner and pastor Keith Smith shares about launching a 24/7 prayer room at his Ohio-based church, and his recent experience of attending the outpouring at Asbury University. We chat about encountering God, doubts, skepticism, and the ability to recover a childlike sense of wonder and awe in the face of God's mystery. Keith invites us into his journey of being Spiritually re-awakened on the other side of loss and pain.
Join guests Tania Harris and Adam Dyer as we explore the next Marker for a Jesus-Centred Transformation: The Holy Spirit empowers us to partner with God's work of reconciling all things. What does it mean for a Jesus-centred movement to welcome the Holy Spirit in this way? Tania and Adam also share insights into how we can be mindful of those in our communities who have experienced spiritual abuse, while also remaining open to the Spirit's power.
This podcast is the fourth part of an ongoing series that is exploring Five Markers for a Jesus-Centred Transformation. In this episode we are joined by Dr. Drew Hart (Messiah University) who helps us explore the statement, "evil is overcome through the power of suffering love." Dr. Hart draws on the wisdom of the BIPOC community as he reflects on taking the way of Jesus seriously in how we overcome evil.
This podcast is the third part of an ongoing series that is exploring Five Markers for a Jesus-Centred Transformation. In this episode we’re joined by Dr. Paul Eddy (Professor of Theology at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota). We discuss our second reformation statement: To be saved includes belonging to a community under Jesus called to live the life of the future now. We explore why salvation is bigger than individualism, why we were created for community, why community sometimes sucks, and what it means to live into a future vision of the Kingdom community.
This episode is part of our series exploring Five Markers for a Jesus-Centred Transformation. We’re joined by Brad Jersak who walks us through why we need a more Christlike God, and what it means to read Scripture with Jesus at the centre. We all carry around ideas, images, and experiences of God. It's important to unearth these stories, these experiences, and pictures of God, because the God we imagine is the God we become like. So what is God like? The witness of Scripture is that God is like Jesus - Jesus is what God has to say! And this radical truth reshapes everything.
We're winding down 2022 with a look back at the year and what's ahead for 2023!
The Jesus Collective Core Leadership Team shares about our vision and future initiatives. Tip - there's opportunities you're going to want to be part of (included below)!
Listen to their chat about that and what's coming for the new year: fundraising for the mission, progress on leadership development, ways to engage, and a year end fiscal update.
Resources:
5 Shifts of a (possible) New Reformation
Upcoming Events:
Centred Set Church as Discipleship in a Judgemental World
Learning Labs - Coming February 2023
Jesus Collective exists to provide relationships and resources to amplify a Jesus-centred movement, and we seek to embody a more hopeful vision of following Jesus in our cultural moment. We hope you find this conversation meaningful and that it equips you in your journey!
What does it mean to hear God’s voice? Why isn’t this aspect of faith a normal part of all Christian leaders’ experience with God? How can we tell when we’re hearing the voice of God? What difference does it make if we have a Jesus-centred approach to hearing the voice of God? These are some of the challenging questions that Tania Harris powerfully addresses in this talk.
Want more content from Tania? Check out her book “God Conversations” and her blog of the same name at https://www.godconversations.com/
Jesus Collective exists to provide relationships and resources to amplify a Jesus-centred movement, and we seek to embody a more hopeful vision of following Jesus in our cultural moment. We hope you find this conversation meaningful and that it equips you in your journey!.
This episode is part of our series exploring Five Markers for a Jesus-Centred Transformation. We’re joined by Professor Mark Baker who discusses our fifth statement: The church is defined by our shared centre, not by the lines we draw. Dr. Baker discusses the difference between a bounded set (obsessing over boundaries) and fuzzy set approach (erasing all boundaries) to offer a radically alternative model of community - a centred-set approach.
Check out more resources from Dr. Baker and his series Centered-Set Church.
COVID has been really hard on pastors and ministry leaders, or as pastor Leanne Friesen says, we’ve been “kicked in the call.” Leanne humorously shares from her own struggles in COVID and how the pain exposed places where meaning, worth, and identity were not so rooted in Jesus. This talk is a profound call for leaders to stay and be resiliently rooted in a Jesus-centred focus in the face of the hardships & heartbreaks of leadership. Want more content from Leanne? Check out her blog at https://leannefriesen.com/.
The fastest growing religious demographic in North America are those who no longer identify with having any religious background or affiliation. Author David Zahl shares insights into the secular landscape, challenges, and opportunities in our increasingly post-Christian culture.
This talk shares how Secularism acts like a religion and how we can practically engage the longings and desires of our culture with the relevancy of a Jesus-centred approach.
Want more content from David? Check out his book “Seculosity.”
Phyllis Tickle once suggested that every 500 years or so, Christianity goes through an upheaval. These upheavals happen because the old answers no longer hold true for a large number of people, and the church at large has to re-explore and recontextualize. Five Hundred years ago, the upheaval was the Reformation when Protestantism was born. In this episode, we keep off our series where we will be exploring Five Markers for a Jesus-Centred Transformation.
Today we’re joined by Meghan Larrisa Good who gives leadership to our Jesus Collective Theology Circle. Together, we discuss this concept of a new reformation and the movement that Jesus Collective exists to serve. Meghan lays out Five Markers for a Jesus-Centred Transformation that are true of Jesus Collective’s theology that we’ll explore more in-depth in the coming weeks.
Exciting news: The Jesus Collective podcast is entering a new season in the fall of 2022! To continue our mission of empowering Jesus Collective Partners to lead and take ownership, we’ve empowered two new podcast hosts: Shawna Boren and Paul Walker. In this episode, we take some time to introduce Paul and Shawna to our listening audience and hear about their stories and why Jesus Collective is something they've leaned into.
After her talk on Power the Jesus Way, Cheryl Nembhard joins a panel conversation featuring Danielle Strickland, author, spiritual leader, and co-founder of Hagar’s Voice; Adam Dyer, Pastor of Yeovil Community Church, an innovative church bringing transformation in the South West of England; and Jon Hand, Leadership Development Pastor at Jesus Collective.
The panel conversation speaks to the sobering failures of some church leaders and broken power structures in some prominent North American churches. Toward the end, Cheryl ushers in a spontaneous outpouring of the Holy Spirit expressed in prayers and repentance of sin among those gathered at UNITE ’22.
Canadian author, playwright, and advocate Cheryl Nembhard powerfully communicates how a Jesus-centred approach impacts how we hold, use, and distribute the power we’ve been given. This talk speaks to the heart of our moment where parts of the church have lost their way and are perpetuating false versions of the Kingdom.
Betty Pries is a professional church consultant, conflict mediator, and author of "The Space Between Us: Conversations about Transforming Conflict." Betty’s talk will invite you to examine if peacemaking is core to your understanding of the gospel and the difference it makes in living it out.
Is the Jesus you preach and teach the same Jesus who came to love and die for his enemies? Betty will challenge you to have a fuller picture of Jesus and practically equip you to live the implications in the here and now.
Colin McCartney is a pastor at Connect City Church and a seasoned leader who has spent years working for shalom in the urban heart of Toronto, Canada. In this talk from our UNITE ‘22 conference, Colin defines what a gospel centred on Jesus means and looks like in a distracted, violent, and politicized world.
This talk will inspire you to make everything about Jesus. Colin challenges us to ensure that the living and knowable Jesus isn’t being displaced by a politically co-opted or religiously codified Jesus at the centre of the Gospel.
Join podcast host Paul Walker as we reboot the Jesus Collective Podcast! Paul interviews the Core Leadership Team of Jesus Collective — Laura Hanna, Adam Dyer, and Jon Hand — about the honest challenges and exciting opportunities for Jesus Collective in the coming year. Learn how Jesus Collective is leaning into the challenges of the last 6 months and how our new leadership structures empower innovation and amplify the diverse voices and gifts of our Partners. Plus, we explore the unique opportunities for a Jesus-centred movement in polarization and cultural upheaval.
Why are so many church leaders falling into sin around money, sex, and power? Why isn’t it enough to learn about Jesus in order to know him? Why is an existential encounter with Jesus necessary in order to become like him? Author Michael Frost joins us to talk about the latest edition of his book ReJesus: Remaking The Church In Our Founder's Image, all about what happens when we pattern ourselves and our churches around Jesus. Together we explore the aspects of Jesus' missional life, death, and resurrection that get lost in the business of church, why the church in the west has become so domesticated by secular culture, new models and changes that are necessary for the church to engage secular people over the next 10 years, plus models and examples of Jesus-centred churches that are living out the radical mission of Jesus in their contexts today. Michael Frost is a veteran missional practitioner, theologian, author, and equipper. He’s the founding Director of the Tinsley Institute, a mission study centre located at Morling College in Sydney, Australia.
Join us for another episode of our Practitioners Series where we learn how Jesus-centred churches are seeking to be on mission with Jesus. More and more in North America and Europe, the Church and Christianity are seen as irrelevant, insular, and offering little to make life better for secular communities. The message of Jesus is always good news, but churches can struggle making that good news relevant in their communities. The Tabernacle Christian Church (The Tab) in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada is quietly being good news to their city. We chat with Lead Pastor Frank Allen and Community Life Pastor Heidi Schaaf from the Tab about how the postures and practices they embody help them be good news for their secular community. We explore how they’re giving their building to their community, how they’re supporting drug-afflicted communities, at-risk youth, and Indigenous communities, stories of people becoming new Christians or rediscovering Jesus during COVID, and lots more.
We met with Heather Thomas and Jonny Morrison for part two of a conversation about co- leadership. Inspired to apply a more Jesus-centred approach, Missio Dei Church in Salt Lake City, UT is innovating new forms of mutuality and shared organizational leadership. This bonus episode explores more of the reasons why co-leadership was important for the health and vitality of their church and the practical implications of this leadership model. Other themes include the power of mutuality, the inadequacy of the leader, and the resistance that comes with change. The podcast ends with a powerful conversation about what must die and what must be born in the hearts, minds, and egos of leaders who are committed to leading like Jesus.
How does the way of Jesus challenge secular assumptions about power distribution and organizational leadership? Is there a way to lead a church or organization that's more aligned with a Jesus-centred approach? We're launching a new Practitioners series on the podcast that features Jesus Collective churches and how they're seeking to make Jesus even more central to their mission and practice. Missio Dei Church has been on a two-year journey of transitioning their leadership structure to a shared power, co-led model. Here are some questions we'll be exploring together: How has Jesus-centricity inspired an in-depth evaluation of leadership practices? How did co-leadership emerge from experiencing, diagnosing, and pressing back on coercive power structures in Missio’s recent transformations? How has a centred-set paradigm been a tool for navigating difficult changes? Join us as we learn from Co-Lead Pastors Heather Thomas and Jonny Morrison of Missio Dei Church, located in Salt Lake City, UT.
Masks, vaccine passports, political ideologies — we're all experiencing the polarization happening in our culture right now within our families, churches, organizations, and workplaces. Every few hundred years, there's a cultural moment that emerges where the church has the opportunity to live and share the Jesus-centred life in a fresh way. We believe that moment is now and that this polarity can actually be an opportunity. How can followers of Jesus lean into these polarizing times with humility and confidence? How can we make peace, model unity, and show secular culture the transformational impact that happens when we put Jesus at the centre? Join us for a visionary and practical conversation with Dr. Samuel Sarpiya. Samuel is a Jesus Collective Partner and Executive Director at the Center for Non-Violence and Conflict Transformation in Rockford, IL, and he's an expert in transforming conflict and polarization.
What makes a church Jesus-centred? Aren't all Christian churches centred on Jesus? Join our conversation with Pastor Jeff Lockyer as we explore "anchor causes" and what it means to develop leaders, empower women, and create discipleship pathways all with Jesus at the centre. Jeff pastors at Southridge Community Church in St. Catharines, Ontario, a community that's been seeking to put and keep Jesus at the centre for over 20 years.
In the west, the Church cannot afford to be sheltered in privilege and ignore the challenges, victories, and kingdom creativity happening in Jesus-centred communities in the developing world. Putting Jesus at the centre means we must learn from our global and often marginalized brothers and sisters in how they're putting Jesus at the centre and the ways they're advancing kingdom creativity. Join us for a fascinating, challenging, and awakening conversation with César Garcia, the General Secretary of Mennonite World Conference (MWC). MWC is a global movement linked to the Radical Reformation, including Anabaptist and Anabapt-ish traditions, with a mission to connect churches around the world for community, learning, and resourcing. César is author of What Is God's Kingdom and What Does Citizenship Look Like? (Jesus Way: Small Books of Radical Faith) by Herold Press.
Jesus followers are meant to be like time travelers from the future, living the life of tomorrow today – on Earth as in Heaven. Join Meghan Good, Jesus Collective Partner and Teaching Pastor at Mennonite Trinity Church, as we explore what it means to be future people living a life of radical love and hope. (This was part of a three-week teaching series called On Earth As In Heaven produced in partnership with The Meeting House Church.)
Jesus repeatedly told his followers what the Kingdom of Heaven was like, and yet we sometimes feel confused about what it is exactly. Join Leanne Friesen, Lead Pastor at Hamilton Mountain Baptist Church, as we explore three key aspects of the Kingdom of Heaven embodied by Jesus: radical forgiveness, radical welcome, and radical peace. (This was part of a three-week teaching series called On Earth As In Heaven produced in partnership with The Meeting House Church.)
God’s Kingdom was designed to be radically inclusive and diverse – on earth as it is in Heaven. Join Hank Johnson, Jesus Collective Partner and Senior Pastor at Harrisburg BIC Church, as we explore what it means to be inclusive, diverse Kingdom people living out the Jesus-centred life today. (This was part of a three-week teaching series called On Earth As In Heaven produced in partnership with The Meeting House Church.)
Secularism as an ideology is influencing Christian thought and practice in the church more and more in the Western world. What does a Jesus-centred, counter-cultural way look like in a secular age? Where does the Gospel invite us to affirm secular culture and where does the Gospel invite us to become wary of the assumptions embedded in secular culture and the progressive or conservative versions of it? Join church planter & professor Brian Ross as we explore how to stay deeply rooted in Jesus as we lead and disciple in currents of Secularism.
Professor and church planter Brian Ross equips us in how to preach and teach to those who are secular and unconvinced of the relevance and power of Jesus’ story. Brian shares ten helpful insights into how increasing our understanding of culture and Jesus can impact how we translate the Gospel in our cultural moment.
Failure, burnout, and withdrawal have become the norm for Christian leaders, but it’s not meant to be this way. Join our conversation with Robynn Bliss, spiritual director & author, and Aaron White, author & National Director of 24/7 Prayer. Together, we discuss how Jesus-centred leadership provides sustainable insights & rhythms for a completely different story.
Join pastors Rici Skei & Paul Eddy as we explore the radical implications of living our lives and forming our theology with Jesus at the centre. Rici & Paul unpack assumptions of secular and religious cultures and work through five aspects of Jesus-centred living that just might get Jesus and his followers killed today.
Together, pastors Andy Stanley and Bruxy Cavey share their personal journeys and unpack how the Jesus-centered way changes everything. We explore what it means, how it applies to the important realities of our time, and how placing Jesus at the center transforms us as disciples and the churches we lead.
What's the "Third Way" all about? Join our conversation with Mark Baker, PhD, as he walks us through attitudes, theology, and discipleship practices that self-described Third Way churches are living out. Together, we learn practical strategies for forming disciples and navigating polarization around the most divisive issues of our day.
Join Greg Boyd, Danielle Strickland, and Bruxy Cavey as they explore the importance of keeping Jesus at the centre. Why does it allow us to be hopeful and see this time as an opportunity? How does it inform how we see God and his role amidst crisis? How do we care for ourselves and our communities well? And if we’re truly focused on following Jesus, what will our churches be known for?
This conversation was recorded during our UNITE | ONLINE gathering.
Political polarization in U.S. church communities has never been greater, and the whole world is watching with uncertainty at what will unfold in the wake of the November 2020 election. In this live podcast, we converse with two pastors leading churches in North Carolina and Arizona, both highly polarized swing states. We discuss practical ways to talk about politics and explore strategies and experiential ways to keep Jesus at the centre of discipleship and mission.
Slowing down to listen, learn, and engage together is a critical step on the road to justice and racial reconciliation. We want to unite around Jesus and seek what it means to walk humbly, act justly, advocate for change, and love well as his followers. Listen in as thoughtful leaders of colour within the Jesus Collective community share this important conversation about white privilege, systemic racism, and reconciliation, with Jesus at the centre. Pastors Shawna Boren (St. Paul, MN) and Hank Johnson (Harrisburg, PA) provide perspective from American communities deeply impacted by the recent chain of events, and Denley McIntosh (Oakville, ON) adds insights from a Canadian context.
At our recent UNITE | ONLINE event, we created space to imagine what the landscape might be like after the Pandemic, what the church will be known for, and how we can be evolving, preparing, and innovating as we follow Jesus into the significant opportunities that lie ahead. Listen in as Jon Hand hosts this timely and engaging conversation with pastors Mandy Smith and Jeremy Duncan.
Pastor and church planter Rici Skei shares how her church has learned to serve the marginalized in their community during this crisis and inspires us with ways all of us can apply a hands-on approach to engaging the marginalized in our own context. She also shares her unique insights on our vulnerabilities as leaders in this time, and offers ways we can pastor ourselves while caring for and leading others. Interested in learning more about Rici and her work? Check out riciskeiministries.com/home.
We were able to engage with pastors from churches in some of the hardest hit areas, and heard from others who are working to mobilize their churches to do what love requires of us in this time. We have an amazing opportunity to redeem the impact and relevancy of the church in our post-Christian culture, and we'll do that best in unity and collaboration with one another! You can also check out the resources mentioned in this discussion by going to jesuscollective.com/covid-19resources.
New to Jesus Collective? Listen to the first 10 minutes to learn more about who we are. Keep listening to hear the interactive conversation featuring two churches that are taking different approaches to welcoming and including the LGBTQ+ community in the life of the church. We’ll learn together through conversation with Jeremy Duncan of Commons Church in Calgary, AB, and Jeremy Jernigan of Abundant Life Church in Portland, OR. These two churches are both seeking to keep Jesus central to everything they do, yet land in two different places in how they love and disciple LGBTQ+ persons. Do you wrestle with how to navigate this important and delicate reality in this cultural moment? With the guidance of the Scriptures, the Holy Spirit, communal discernment, and the centrality of Jesus, we can find our way forward together.
Join Jesus Collective as we explore how to make disciples in our post-Christian culture. We will be learning from Ken Shigematsu, pastor of Tenth Church in Vancouver. Ken is author of Survival Guide for the Soul: How to Flourish Spiritually in a World that Pressures Us to Achieve. Ken has a long track record of connecting the person of Jesus with our deepest human needs / brokenness through spiritual practices and training in transformation.
We just love Jesus-y people like MaryKate Morse. MaryKate has a proven track-record of teaching Christian leaders how to skillfully lead in the way of Jesus while practicing the way of Jesus deeper into their own inner lives. We all can be guilty of having a great Jesus-centred theology, yet, that same theology may not impact how we lead staff, structure our organizations, and influence the leadership cultures we create in our churches. Pull up a chair and let’s chat with MaryKate about how a Jesus-centred approach makes a difference in how we lead church as mission, a body of believers, and an organization.
Flashy terminology or a meaningful distinction? Hear how placing Jesus at the centre of everything sets the trajectory for our faith, our life, and the future of Jesus Collective.
Maggie John and Bruxy Cavey share why The Meeting House Church wants to partner with other Jesus Centred churches and leaders to birth a new relational network.
Efrem Smith joins the conversation as we talk about how our movement can become racially diverse, and how to move towards multi-ethnic diversity within our churches.
How do we move beyond studying and talking about discipleship, to helping church communities actually practice a truly Jesus-centred Life? Danielle unpacks her passion for this question and introduces us to Infinitum.
How can we disagree with each other in a hostile world? Putting Jesus at the centre gives us resources and imagination to disagree with others in ways that build unity in our diversity.
Matt Miles, Jon Hand, Karmyn Bokma, and Bruxy Cavey expand on what Jesus Collective is and what it seeks to accomplish in addition to providing details on moving forward in the pilot phase.