Month: September 2024

Episode 247: Are Churches still in the Restoration Business?

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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss restoring a person who had committed a sin, transgression, wrongdoing, etc.  We discuss the biblical implications of restoration from sin and why so many churches and church leaders do not practice it.

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Episode 246: “When did the church put pastors on trial.” The Thomas Oord story

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On July 11th, 2024, Religious News Service published an article about Professor Thomas Oord, a member of the Church of the Nazarene. Oord was put on trial for his openness to dialogue with the church about affirming the LGBTQ+ community. This not only led to a trial for charges against Oord, but ultimately led to his dismissal, revoked membership, and an open letter published in Newsweek.

Scott and Micah discuss both articles and break down some of the interesting twists and turns that this story unveils.

Religious News Service Article: https://religionnews.com/2024/07/11/prominent-queer-affirming-theologian-facing-trial-by-church-of-the-nazarene/?fbclid=IwY2xjawE8UyJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQbbiUHVjB90-yOCCS9OzdTV52JUo_1iTqfREq0_Z6-4ekVOumkBd62rQA_aem_U9q7QvJMI-WgM8gxzubgNw

Oord’s Newsweek Open Letter: https://www.newsweek.com/defrocked-church-found-guilty-do-not-feel-sorry-1947556

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Episode 245: Questions and Reactions to the Church of God Interim Director Position

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The Church of God has been going through a leadership transition in its search to find the next person to be the General Director of the movement.  Last, Week the COG ministry Council and Search team released a job description for an Interim Director.  On this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the role of the interim director, and what influence the director has, and share our questions and hopes we have for the individual who will be nominated for this position.

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Episode 244: Challenges returning to Ministry after a Hiatus

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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the challenges pastors face when returning to ministry after taking some time away.  We discuss those challenges and some of the cultural messaging that make returning pastors hesitant to jump back into ministry.