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Dan Alger

Podcast by Dan Alger

  1. MAY 7

    Preaching to the Skeptic and the Saint (with George Sinclair) S10E2

    In church planting, every Sunday is an opportunity to reach both the lifelong believer and the curious skeptic. But how do you bridge that gap without compromising the Gospel or confusing your listeners? In this episode, Molly Ruch sits down with George Sinclair to talk about preaching in a church plant context. Drawing from decades of ministry, church planting, and teaching preaching, George shares why pastors must listen deeply to Scripture, understand the culture around them, and speak clearly to the real fears, questions, and longings of the human heart. In this episode, you’ll discover: - The "Water" Analogy: Why we are often unconscious of our cultural context and how to start seeing it clearly. - The FACES Framework: A five-point checklist to ensure your preaching is impactful and accessible. - Beyond the "Christian Bubble": Why you should preach as if non-Christians are in the room, even when they aren’t. - Preaching to the Heart: How to identify the "human condition" issues in a text that speak to everyone’s fears and anxieties. - The Power of Simplicity: Why clarity is your best friend and how to avoid the "fog in the pews". Whether you are a new church planter or a seasoned rector, this conversation will challenge you to listen to the Word—and your neighbor—with fresh ears. George is the Canon for Church Planting for the Diocese of Canada, rector of Messiah Ottawa, and principal of Ryle Seminary. He has been a key leader in the missional endeavors of the Anglican Church in North America for over three decades.

    1h 9m

  2. APR 24

    The Strength of Small Churches (with Karl Vaters) S10E1

    Most churches in North America have fewer than 200 members, yet many pastors feel like they are "stuck" in a waiting room for future growth. In this episode, Karl Vaters joins us to flip the script on small church ministry. Karl is the author of The Grasshopper Myth, Small Church Essentials, and Designing the Church. He produces resources specifically designed to help small churches find their purpose and thrive in their unique contexts.

    58 min

  3. 02/25/2025

    S9E8 Roots and Riches of Our Anglican Heritage (with Gerald McDermott)

    The Rev. Dr. Gerald McDermott joins us for this episode to discuss the deep roots of Anglican spirituality and liturgy, and the riches it provides our lives today. He explores the many church fathers who influenced Anglican theology and the writing of our liturgy, from Augustine and Benedict to Anselm and Hooker. Join us for this fascinating dive into our Anglican heritage and how this history can strengthen and enrich our lives and ministries.

    56 min

  4. 02/03/2025

    S9E4 Liturgy in Urban Planting & Supporting Visionary Leaders (with Deborah Tepley)

    In this episode we're joined by Deborah Tepley who was recently named the COO of the Anglican Church in North America. Dan and Deborah discuss her new role and her persepctive on the future of the province. She also shares about her background, her introduction to Anglican worship and the role of liturgy in urban church planting. Join us for this great conversation!

    45 min

  5. 02/02/2025

    S9E7 Artists and Vigils (with Anna Friedrich)

    In this episode our director Molly Ruch hosts and interviews Anna Friedrich, Arts Pastor at Church of the Cross in Boston. Molly and Anna discuss their Easter Vigil, artistry and creativity in liturgical worship and evangelistic opportunities through it.

    48 min
  6. S9E6 Shifting Towards the Liturgical (with Kris McDaniel)

    01/15/2025

    S9E6 Shifting Towards the Liturgical (with Kris McDaniel)

    In this episode Dan interviews Kris McDaniel, lead pastor at Trinity Anglican Church in Atlanta, GA. Kris came from a more non-liturgical background, serving in Vineyard churches before being drawn to the Anglican Way and the liturgy. He and Dan discuss that transition, how it happened, how those around him responded and how it now informs his thoughts on evangelism and church planting.

    52 min

  7. 12/19/2024

    S9E5 Theological Education and Liturgy (with Wes Jagoe)

    The Reverend Canon Wes Jagoe, Director of Chapel and the Trophimus Center at Trinity Anglican Seminary(TAS) joins us for this episode of season 9. Wes and Dan discuss TAS and his role there, his upbringing, military career, and more, and how Anglican liturgy has affected each area. In particular Wes shares about his vision for liturgy in the process of educating and forming seminary students and future church planters.

    50 min

  8. 11/17/2024

    S9E3 Liturgy in the Wilderness (with Dan Marotta)

    Dan Marotta, founding rector of Redeemer Anglican Church in Richmond, Virginia joins us for this episode. He shares his personal spiritual struggles during seminary, where academic knowledge of Christianity didn't translate into personal spiritual growth, leading him to discover the transformative power of liturgy. His book 'Liturgy in the Wilderness' reflects on how structured, repetitive prayer can re-engage one's heart with God and help bridge the gap between belief and practice. The conversation explores the concept of the Christian life as a "wilderness" journey and the role of secularism in modern Christian anxiety and diminished imagination. Dan challenges the common notion that beliefs come first and habits follow; instead, he suggests that habits often precede and influence beliefs. And he describes how liturgical prayer can offer a solution by helping Christians engage in formation from the outside in, focusing on practices that open individuals to God's transformative power.

    54 min
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Podcast by Dan Alger

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  • Creator
    Dan Alger
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Always Forward Podcast

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