Pastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 7 we’re in conversation with Rev. Fred Leist, pastor of Missouri UMC in Columbia, and Presbyterian pastor Rev. Dale Stone. Together these Missouri pastors reflect on the wisdom shared in previous Partisan Times episodes and share their advice for tackling tough topics in the local church.
info_outline Sacred Resistance with Rev. Ginger Gaines-CirelliPastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 6 we’re in conversation with Rev. Ginger Gaines-Cirelli. She is the first woman to serve as senior pastor of historic Foundry United Methodist Church, which sits within blocks of The White House in D.C. Foundry welcomes all, worships passionately, challenges the status quo and seeks to transform the world through God's love. Cirelli shares where Christian witness and dissent intersect during this honest and inspiring conversation.
info_outline Social Media and the Public Square with Rev. Juan Carlos HuertasPastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 5 we’re in conversation with Rev. Juan Carlos Huertas, lead pastor of First United Methodist Church in Houma, Louisiana. A native of Puerto Rico and a spiritual director, Huertas loves writing about discipleship as empowerment to transform our neighborhoods, cities, and world. Huertas brings his honesty, humor and wisdom to this rich conversation.
info_outline Credible Communication with Mike McCurryPastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 4 we’re in conversation with Mike McCurry. From 1995 to 1998, McCurry was the White House Press Secretary for the Clinton administration. Today he is the Director for the Center for Public Theology at Wesley Theological Seminary. McCurry shares his five C’s for effective communication, how to leave room for disagreement and more.
info_outline Working Class Rage with Rev. Dr. Tex SamplePastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 3 we’re in conversation with Rev. Dr. Tex Sample, pastor of Trinity United Methodist Church in Kansas City. Through personal stories and extensive research, Tex shares insights and actionables related to reaching the white working class.
info_outline Speaking Up and Out with Dr. Leah Gunning FrancisPastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 2 we’re in conversation with Dr. Leah Gunning Francis, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana. She's also the author of Ferguson and Faith: Sparking Leadership and Awakening Community. Dr. Gunning Francis offers wisdom and practical advice for finding your voice and speaking up and out.
info_outline Authority and Humility with Rev. Adam HamiltonPastoring in Partisan Times
In Episode 1 we’re in conversation with Rev. Adam Hamilton, senior pastor of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas, one of the fastest growing, most highly visible churches in the country. The Church Report named Hamilton’s congregation the most influential mainline church in America, and he preached at the National Prayer Service as part of the presidential inauguration festivities in 2013.
info_outlineIn Episode 1 we’re in conversation with Rev. Adam Hamilton, senior pastor of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas, one of the fastest growing, most highly visible churches in the country. The Church Report named Hamilton’s congregation the most influential mainline church in America, and he preached at the National Prayer Service as part of the presidential inauguration festivities in 2013. Hamilton is the best-selling and award-winning author of The Call, Making Sense of the Bible, Love to Stay, The Journey, The Way, 24 Hours That Changed the World, Revival, Not a Silent Night, Enough, When Christians Get It Wrong, and Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White, all published by Abingdon Press.
- Listening Guide
- The Leader’s Guide to Facing the Issues that Divide
- The Blog posts with links to the sermons to watch in small group as part of the lesson, adamhamilton.org
- Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White: Thoughts on Religion, Morality, and Politics by Adam Hamilton
- When Christians Get It Wrong by Adam Hamilton
- Confronting the Controversies: Biblical Perspectives on Tough Issues by Adam Hamilton