Faith in Process

Harry Jarrett
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Faith in Process: A Podcast Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett What if faith is not a finished product, but something alive, changing, and still unfolding in real time? Faith in Process invites you into honest conversations with thought leaders, authors, pastors, peace builders, and everyday people who are actively exploring how faith is lived in the world today. Each week, Pastor Harry Jarrett sits down with guests from across the Anabaptist and peace church families, along with voices from theology, creation care, spiritual formation, social ethics, and theopoetics. These conversations are open, curious, unfinished, and grounded in real life. They offer a place for young adults and lifelong seekers to explore big questions without fear and to imagine what faithful living can look like in our world. Topics you will hear: Faith deconstruction Christian reconstruction Creation care and environmental discipleship Theopoetics and creativity in faith Spiritual formation and vocation Peacemaking and justice Scripture and tradition in real life How to grow a living faith in a noisy world Whether you are holding on to hope, rebuilding your spiritual life, or beginning something new, these conversations will help you discover that your faith is not failing. It is forming. It is stretching. It is processing you into something deeper and more alive. Listen each week and join a community that believes faith grows best through shared stories, open questions, and God’s gentle work in our lives. Tap Follow and step into the journey. pastorharryjarrett.substack.com

  1. Being Good Neighbors in Complex Times with Scott Holland

    1D AGO

    Being Good Neighbors in Complex Times with Scott Holland

    How can followers of Jesus respond faithfully to immigration enforcement, social justice issues, and political division? In this powerful conversation, host Harry Jarrett sits down with Dr. Scott Holland, Professor Emeritus of Peace Studies at Bethany Theological Seminary, to explore what it means to be good neighbors in turbulent times. Drawing inspiration from Fred Rogers’ ministry of neighborliness, Scott reframes activism as neighboring—a practice of loving our neighbors as ourselves, even when we disagree on solutions. The discussion tackles pressing questions: What does the way of Jesus look like amid ICE raids in Minneapolis? How do we cultivate a “democracy of the soul” in our divided democracy? How can we move beyond doctrine to create cultures of peace? This episode offers no easy answers but provides thoughtful guidance for processing faith in the real world. Scott and Harry explore the tension between different visions of peace, the power of prophetic imagination, the importance of wonder and empathy, and practical ways to engage in peacemaking—from contacting representatives to being present with those who are threatened. Whether you’re confused, concerned, or searching for faithful next steps, this conversation offers wisdom from the Church of the Brethren peace tradition, insights from thinkers like Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Walt Whitman, and an invitation to continue “living the questions” together. Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min
  2. Millard-and-Me Kingdom, Kin-dom, and the End of Times

    JAN 27

    Millard-and-Me Kingdom, Kin-dom, and the End of Times

    Ego Consciousness vs. God Consciousness: A Conversation on Paradigm Shifts What does it mean to truly embody God consciousness in our everyday lives? In this organic, unscripted conversation, hosts Harry and Millard dive deep into the contrasts between ego consciousness and God consciousness—exploring how Jesus modeled a nonviolent, loving, and persuasive way of being that stands apart from the dominant cultural paradigms we navigate today. Millard frames the discussion around “the end times”—but not in the way you might expect. Instead of apocalyptic predictions, the conversation shifts to examining how we think, act, and relate to power and politics through the lens of faith. From the founding principles of the American republic to the challenges of living faithfully in a culture driven by self-interest and disinformation, the discussion raises critical questions about what it means to follow the way of Jesus in any political or social context. Harry responds with his own perspective: that followers of Jesus are called to live as “salt and light” in every culture and system, embodying the timeless principles of the kingdom of God rather than pledging ultimate allegiance to any earthly nation or government. The conversation touches on virtue, shared facts, and whether America’s founding ideals align with—or fall short of—the kingdom Jesus proclaimed. This episode is more conversational and exploratory than usual, so we’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment or email us with your reflections as you continue processing these themes in your own life. Topics explored: * Ego consciousness vs. God consciousness * The nature of God as love and nonviolence * Living out Jesus’ way in different political systems * American civic principles and their relationship to faith * The enduring nature of the kingdom of God Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    31 min
  3. Our Stories: How We Became Brethren

    JAN 19

    Our Stories: How We Became Brethren

    In this special episode, host Harry Jarrett and producer Grayson Preece step into the spotlight to share their own faith journeys and how they each found their way to the Church of the Brethren. Harry reveals his winding path through Methodist, Presbyterian, Episcopal, Pentecostal, and Mennonite traditions before discovering his deep family roots in the Brethren church—connections he never knew existed until his wife found his ancestors’ names in the Pleasant Valley Church graveyard. From new age spirituality in college to twenty years as a Mennonite pastor, Harry’s story culminates in a return to his Brethren heritage. Grayson shares how he went from a childhood disconnected from church to finding authentic spiritual community at Camp Bethel, a Church of the Brethren camp. His experience as a camp counselor and his time at Bridgewater College shaped his understanding of faith as relational, accessible, and centered on community. Together, they explore what drew them to the Church of the Brethren: the emphasis on belonging before believing, the peace tradition, the priesthood of all believers, and a welcoming spirit that invites people to process their faith together. They also discuss why they’re launching a new series on Brethren heritage and what makes this denomination unique in the broader Christian landscape. Whether you’re curious about the Church of the Brethren, interested in different faith journeys, or simply enjoy honest conversations about spirituality, this episode offers an intimate introduction to the voices behind Faith in Process. Episode Highlights: * Harry’s surprising discovery of his Brethren family lineage * How Camp Bethel transformed Grayson’s spiritual life * The difference between “believe, behave, belong” and “belong, behave, believe” * What makes the Church of the Brethren’s approach to peace and community distinctive * Why faith is always in process, whether we realize it or not Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    35 min
  4. Beyond Herod Comparisons - Tyranny, Prophetic Imagination, and Royal Consciousness

    JAN 12

    Beyond Herod Comparisons - Tyranny, Prophetic Imagination, and Royal Consciousness

    In this episode of Faith in Process, Harry and Millard dive deep into Walter Brueggemann’s concept of “royal consciousness” and what it means for the church today. Drawing from Brueggemann’s book The Prophetic Imagination, they explore how empire creates a numbness in the populace—convincing people that the way things are is the way things must be. Key Topics Discussed: * Royal consciousness vs. prophetic imagination: How empires maintain power by numbing people to injustice and suffering * Beyond individual tyrants: Why focusing on single leaders misses the systemic nature of empire consciousness * Civil religion in America: How American civil religion has created its own form of royal consciousness from the nation’s founding * The Church’s response: Are we as the church numb to what’s happening around us? How do we wake up? * Jesus and empire: How Jesus addressed the Roman Empire and elite religious systems in his context * Venezuela and peace theology: Wrestling with the Church of the Brethren’s peace position in light of recent events * The need for honest conversation: Why transparent dialogue about messy, difficult topics is essential for transformation Harry shares insights from his reflection paper on Chapter 5 (I said four, but it is five; oops) of The Prophetic Imagination and connects it with Dana Cassell’s class on addressing tyranny. Together, Harry and Millard consider what it means to practice prophetic imagination in an age dominated by empire consciousness—and how the Church of the Brethren motto “continuing the ministry of Jesus, simply, peacefully, together” offers a framework for response. This conversation challenges listeners to ask: Are we numb? What alternative vision are we offering? And how do we help people imagine that something else is possible? Referenced in this episode: * The Prophetic Imagination by Walter Brueggemann * Harry’s Substack article: “Beyond Herod Comparisons: Practicing Prophetic Imagination in the Age of Royal Consciousness.” * Dana Cassell’s “Outwit” class on addressing tyranny Join the conversation and continue processing your faith with us. Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min
  5. I Can See the Change and the Improvement: A Conversation with Don Fitzkee

    JAN 5

    I Can See the Change and the Improvement: A Conversation with Don Fitzkee

    I Can See the Change and the Improvement: A Conversation with Don Fitzkee How do we know when change actually makes us more like Christ? In this episode, Harry sits down with Don Fitzkee—2026 Church of the Brethren Annual Conference moderator and pastor of worship at Lancaster Church of the Brethren—to explore this vital question. Don shares insights from his recent Messenger magazine article “I Can See the Change and the Improvement,” examining how the Church of the Brethren has evolved over the decades and which changes represent genuine spiritual growth. From the shift from non-resistance to active peacemaking, to navigating the “second half of life” faith described by Richard Rohr, this conversation wrestles with what it means to honor tradition while remaining open to transformation. The discussion touches on Brethren theology, the authority of Scripture, and how we interpret the Bible through a Christ-centered lens. Harry and Don also explore insights from N.T. Wright and Walter Brueggemann about reimagining old truths for new contexts—which forms the heart of Don’s “Imagine” conference theme for 2026. In a powerful moment, Sunday school participant John shares about finding more authentic spirituality in AA meetings than in church, raising challenging questions about honesty, vulnerability, and what it really means to encounter God together. This is a thoughtful exploration for anyone processing how faith traditions change, grow, and sometimes struggle to hold together when we see things differently. Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    30 min
  6. Finding the Divine in Trauma: Before, During, After (with Lonnie Yoder)

    12/22/2025

    Finding the Divine in Trauma: Before, During, After (with Lonnie Yoder)

    In this episode of Faith in Process, Pastor Harry Jarrett sits down with Lonnie Yoder to explore the question: How do we experience the divine in the midst of trauma, before, during, and after? Lonnie helps us name trauma in its different forms, including single-event trauma, repeated trauma, and the way present events can trigger historical trauma. Together, Harry and Lonnie talk about the difference between a cause and a trigger, and what it looks like to walk with people who are still living with the effects of what happened. The conversation draws on spiritual and theological frameworks like Ignatius and consolation and desolation, Brueggemann and orientation, disorientation, reorientation, and the cross and resurrection as a doorway into honest Christian reflection on suffering and God’s presence. You will also hear practical wisdom for resilience and pastoral care: the grounding gift of weekly worship, scripture as a living resource (including Psalm 139), and a simple prayer practice shaped around divine presence, divine protection, and divine peace. Lonnie also reflects on cross-cultural lessons in healing, including a story from Jamaica about music as a way to process pain when words are not enough. Listener note: this episode includes brief mention of gun violence and sexual abuse. Please listen with care. Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min
  7. Whitehead, Process Theology, and a Christ Soaked World — A Conversation on Faith, Reality, and Choosing Love

    12/14/2025

    Whitehead, Process Theology, and a Christ Soaked World — A Conversation on Faith, Reality, and Choosing Love

    In this episode of Faith in Process, Harry and Millard sit down for a thoughtful and lively conversation on the process theology of Alfred North Whitehead. They explore three core ideas shaped by Whitehead’s work: that value is woven into the fabric of reality, that religion serves as the bridge between vision and action, and that God’s way in the world is persuasive love rather than coercive force. Concepts they both learned by listening to Tripp Fuller in his podcast episode “Finding Our Way Forward: How Whitehead Shows Us Religion as Life’ Creative Force” Together, Harry and Millard unpack their understanding of Whitehead’s shift from mathematician to philosopher, the roots of process thought, and how these ideas intersect with contemplative Christianity, Genesis, John’s Gospel, and Richard Rohr’s vision of a Christ soaked universe. Along the way they wrestle with questions many faith seekers ask. Is God embedded within creation? What responsibility do humans carry in the unfolding of God’s future? Does God need our yes? How do these ideas hold up amid global suffering and injustice? This episode offers an entry point into process theology through the lens of friendship, curiosity, and honest wondering. If you are exploring a more relational, dynamic understanding of God and creation, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

    35 min
  8. Creation Care and Christian Faith with David Radcliff of New Community Project

    12/07/2025

    Creation Care and Christian Faith with David Radcliff of New Community Project

    In this episode of Faith in Process, Pastor Harry welcomes David Radcliff—director of the New Community Project and author of the Covenant Bible Series study God’s Earth. Our Home. David’s life and ministry are rooted in the belief that creation care, justice, and faith belong together. David shares how a formative trip to Central America reshaped his understanding of the world and launched him into decades of global service. We explore New Community Project’s partnerships in places like South Sudan, Nepal, Rwanda, Malawi, Borneo, and the Ecuadorian Amazon, where they support girls’ education, women’s empowerment, reforestation, and Indigenous defenders of threatened ecosystems. Closer to home, David describes the work of NCP’s Sustainable Living Centers in Harrisonburg, VA, and Starksboro, VT, where sustainable living is practiced, taught, and shared through community engagement. This conversation moves from ecological theology to climate realities, from global justice to personal transformation. David reminds us that hope grows when we “aim high and look low”—staying aware of the big challenges while finding inspiration in the small, faithful actions that change lives and landscapes. Join us as we explore:• The spiritual foundations of creation care• Why justice and sustainability are inseparable• How experiential learning transforms lives• What faithful stewardship looks like in a changing world• How we keep hope alive when the challenges feel overwhelming A rich and grounded episode for anyone seeking to follow Jesus in ways that heal the earth and uplift its most vulnerable people. Faith in Process: Sunday’s Cool Recorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett. Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe

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Faith in Process: A Podcast Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett What if faith is not a finished product, but something alive, changing, and still unfolding in real time? Faith in Process invites you into honest conversations with thought leaders, authors, pastors, peace builders, and everyday people who are actively exploring how faith is lived in the world today. Each week, Pastor Harry Jarrett sits down with guests from across the Anabaptist and peace church families, along with voices from theology, creation care, spiritual formation, social ethics, and theopoetics. These conversations are open, curious, unfinished, and grounded in real life. They offer a place for young adults and lifelong seekers to explore big questions without fear and to imagine what faithful living can look like in our world. Topics you will hear: Faith deconstruction Christian reconstruction Creation care and environmental discipleship Theopoetics and creativity in faith Spiritual formation and vocation Peacemaking and justice Scripture and tradition in real life How to grow a living faith in a noisy world Whether you are holding on to hope, rebuilding your spiritual life, or beginning something new, these conversations will help you discover that your faith is not failing. It is forming. It is stretching. It is processing you into something deeper and more alive. Listen each week and join a community that believes faith grows best through shared stories, open questions, and God’s gentle work in our lives. Tap Follow and step into the journey. pastorharryjarrett.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Harry Jarrett
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Harry Jarrett
  • Show Website
    Faith in Process