Alice is back with a new book! Her newest creation is a wonderful reminder to us all that being human isn't easy, it takes practice but it's well worth it. Enjoy this interview that we had with her talking about some of the themes she covers in

Episode # 118 | Leaving Church

May 29th, 2019 26m 1s

Alright! It's Summertime which means it's time to head out to the lake or beach. Who has time for church when the water is calling? This week we're talking about the trend of people leaving church (not over the summer), a couple of articles tha

Episode # 117 | Struggle Well - Live w/ Josh Irwin

May 14th, 2019 33m 41s

Get ready for a live episode! Kyle and Jonathan did this episode during their Synod Assembly as after-dinner entertainment. They interviewed local Ft. Worth musician Josh Irwin who shared his strong "Struggle Well". Enjoy the interview in the l

Episode # 116 | Easter Emoji

Apr 24th, 2019 22m 15s

Do you like gifs? Do you like Bitmoji? Do you even know what those are? The guys talk non-word ways of communicating including the things they have no idea about. There is also a fun challenge for you, our dear listeners.Rate! Review! Share!

Episode # 115 | I Know It When I See It

Apr 10th, 2019 30m 41s

What do a two-pound chicken strip, the NCAA, and trust have in common? We're not quite sure either except they all make an appearance in this episode. Come listen to us struggle to define trust because really... we'll know it when we see it.R

Episode # 114 | Discern-what?

Mar 27th, 2019 43m 41s

Have you ever thought about what you're purpose is in life? Then this might be the episode for you! (If you can make it past all the church words.) We're talking about the lovely path of discernment, where our world and faith and what God has t

Episode # 113 | Getting Modern with Lauren Wolcott

Mar 13th, 2019 34m 14s

This episode we set the record straight: sometimes we need another perspective on things. That's why we brought on Lauren Wolcott who really changed our perspective on how to be a modern church looking to talk to modern people. It's about meeti

Episode # 112 | Escape Room Church

Feb 27th, 2019 46m 33s

Want to play a game? Sometimes the way in which we try and welcome people ends up being...terrifying. Especially during the designated welcome hour. It's good that we try and we keep on trying, but we're not even close to having it all figured

Episode # 111 | Winter Is Here

Feb 6th, 2019 44m 3s

Like the weather in Texas, this episode is all over the place. From Game of Thrones to WWE. Church annual meetings to liturgical worship...this one has it all (with some Polar Vortex for good measure). There are a lot of things that can connect

Episode # 110 | Are We Fwends?

Jan 23rd, 2019 32m 7s

Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Do they have a big coat too? Making friends can be hard sometimes. That's why you have your podcast buddies to be with you whenever you want! Seriously though, more and more folks seem to be l

Episode # 109 | Raise Your Voice With Kathy Khang

Jan 9th, 2019 40m 9s

We have an interview that Lorne recorded in 2018, but it's a perfect way to start 2019. He talks with author Kathy Khang about her most recent book about finding your voice and some ideas on how to use it. Sometimes using your voice requires so

Episode # 108 | Hold The Metaphor Loosely

Dec 26th, 2018 36m 33s

Christmas is over, so now what? Epiphany! What are your Epiphany traditions? If you're like Jonathan probably just packing away Christmas decorations. There are actual traditions out there and we explore some of them this week. Come get an idea

Episode # 107 | Christmas Spectacular 2018

Dec 12th, 2018 32m 43s

CHRISTMAS! Or ADVENT for the more liturgically minded among us. In the spirit of the season, we give you our Christmas episode with safety tips, reviews of a holiday beverage, the run to Bethlehem and a special gift for you at the end. Enjoy th

Episode # 106 | Robot Pastors

Nov 28th, 2018 18m 38s

We're going back to the future for this episode. Welcome to the very first episode that we recorded as Kyle, Kyle and Jonathan. We tackle the question of the church modernizing. We have all these different tools at our disposal but feel a bit b

Episode # 105 | I Once Was Crap But Now Am Found

Nov 14th, 2018 30m 52s

What parts of worship seem a little...stale to you? Do you feel like you're going a bit numb? Many of us want a faith that inspires us and has life changing implications, but that doesn't always come across. We talk this week about those times

Episode # 104 | Don't Be Weird

Oct 31st, 2018 38m 56s

Do you have a female pastor? Have you ever interacted with a female pastor? Wonder what sorts of things they have heard? Today we get a small taste of the stories and experiences of women in ministry from our friends Amy and Amy (also with the

Episode # 103 | Crossing Over Into The Future

Oct 9th, 2018 23m 23s

There comes a point in time in every podcast's life where some changes happen. This podcast is not immune. With this episode, we mark the closing of one era and the ushering in of a new one. Thanks to everyone who has loyally listened so far a

Episode # 102 | Love Without Limits With Jacqueline Bussie

Aug 28th, 2018 46m 26s

We've got a repeat guest from our early days and she is still propping us up. Jacqueline Bussie has a new book out called Love Without Limits. It has an interesting backstory and speaks profoundly to our current culture. Remember, you are loved

Episode # 101 | Fall Kick Off

Aug 14th, 2018 25m 11s

How do we kick off the next 100 episodes? Same way we always do...with a bunch of random transitions and topics. Fall is coming and it's an opportunity to get back in a church routine. It's also a good chance to try some new things. Get ready t

Episode # 100 | 2018 ELCA Youth Gathering Reflections

Jul 18th, 2018 32m 19s

We've finally recovered from the ELCA Youth Gathering in Houston and it's time to reflect on it. You asked us so many great questions! Alex and Kyle talk about two of them this week in addition to some general reflections about the Gathering: H