The Honest Theology Podcast

Jonathan Barb
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The Honest Theology Podcast

Hosted by Jonathan Barb, the Honest Theology podcast welcomes on guests to talk about a whole bunch of stuff as it pertains to life today (contexts, cultures, experiences) through a theological lens. The whole point is to approach issues with open and honest mind sets, addressing things people sometimes struggle with, are confused about, or just want to know more about. I know I don't have the answers to everything, but I'm open to having honest conversations with you, and hopefully learn a little more as we journey on.

  1. 12/26/2024

    Season 4 - Episode 4: "Anglicans" with (The Very Revd) Ben Truman

    Ben is the Dean of the Christchurch Cathedral, which I thought made for the perfect person to talk to for this episode. He brings a lot of depth AND humor to the conversation. I had a great time talking with him, even about some rather uncomfortable and divisive topics regarding the Anglican Church, particularly here in Aotearoa New Zealand, and even more so, here in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Find out more about Ben and/or the Christchurch/Cardboard/Transitional Cathedral at - https://www.cardboardcathedral.org.nz/ any other questions or comments can be shared on our Facebook group page - facebook.com/thehonesttheologypodcast

    1h 2m

  2. 12/18/2024

    Season 4 - Episode 3: "Roman Catholics" w/ Fr. Monty Bamford

    Join me in this very interesting and pleasant conversation with Father Monty Bamford of Catholic Cathedral Parish in Christchurch as we discuss some of the main differences AND similarities we have between traditions at large. I learned a lot! Monty is very easy to talk with and to listen to, and on points of contention, I felt listened to, as well as free to challenge. And his perspective and insights to Catholic theology and the practices it leads to are very helpful for inter-religious/denominational discussion. feel free to join our facebook page and add some thougths, questions and insights to keep the conversation going - facebook.com/thehonesttheologypodcast

    1h 25m

  3. 07/30/2024

    Season 4 - Episode 2: "Russian Orthodox" w/ Fr. Valentin Basiuk

    Join me as I chat with Father Valentin, priest at St. Nicolas Russian Orthodox Church, here in Christchurch, NZ. I really enjoyed meeting with him and hearing about the richness and traditions, similarities and differences to the Mainline Protestant traditions that I've mostly been exposed to.

    1h 4m
  4. Season 4 - Episode 1: "Baptists" w/ Dr. Christa McKirland

    06/13/2024

    Season 4 - Episode 1: "Baptists" w/ Dr. Christa McKirland

    Kicking off season 4 is a special guest, Dr. Christa McKirland. Christa is a Lecturer in Systmatic Theology at Carey Baptist College in Auckland, NZ. She's the author of "God's Provision, Humanity's Need." And she's also from my home town of Fayetteville, GA! She's become quite popular since arriving in NZ, both as a lecturer at Carey, but also as a speaker for churches, conferences, and other events. It was quite the honour and very special to reconnect with Christa and I hope you enjoy our conversation on Baptist theology, identity, distinctives, practices, and challenges. Christa's Bio - https://www.carey.ac.nz/team-member/dr-christa-mckirland/ Carey Baptist College - https://www.carey.ac.nz/ Order "God's Provision, Humanity's Need - https://amzn.asia/d/eGZiG3F join our community - facebook.com/thehonesttheologypodcast

    1h 5m
  5. Season 3 - Episode 7: "Who, What, When, Where, Why is the Church?" with Martin Stewart

    12/28/2023

    Season 3 - Episode 7: "Who, What, When, Where, Why is the Church?" with Martin Stewart

    For the Season 3 finale, I'm joined by my Presbytery's - The Alpine Presbytery - Executive Officer, Rev. Martin Stewart. Martin has been in ordained ministry for over 35 years and spends most of his time now serving and tending to the many needs of the Presbyterian (and cooperating ventures with a Presbyterian element) churches that exist in the greater part of the South Island of New Zealand. In this episode we talk about how the church needs to embrace creativity and imagination more and be less concerned and less anxious about holding onto things or operating certain ways just because that's how its' always been. We talk about what the church today is being called into, and what the future of our church (and THE Church in general) might look like. Please feel free to post any comments or questions on our facebook page www.facebook.com/thehonesttheologypodcast or email me jonathan@lauc.org.nz You can also visit my church Linwood Avenue Union Church on Facebook (facebook.com/LAUCNZ) or @ lauc.org.nz

    1 hr
  6. Season 3 - Episode 6: "Who, What, When, Where, Why is the Church?" with Cathy Marston

    11/30/2023

    Season 3 - Episode 6: "Who, What, When, Where, Why is the Church?" with Cathy Marston

    Cathy is a pastor of an innovative church - maybe calling it a fellowship of Jesus followers would be more appropriate? - and a co-host of the Changes Ahead Podcast. Join me and listen as we talk about some of the changes ahead she's already seeing and being involved with, some challenges for the church moving forward in our current climate, and how she's seeing God at work in her church. Find out more: https://baptist.nz/series/the-changes-ahead-podcast/ Listen here (or whatever other platform you prefer) - https://open.spotify.com/show/096gD72Iy2pkHYESZhIFPW

    55 min
  7. Season 3 - Episode 5 (part 2): "Who, What, When, Where, Why is The Church?" with Scott Schneiderman

    07/15/2023

    Season 3 - Episode 5 (part 2): "Who, What, When, Where, Why is The Church?" with Scott Schneiderman

    This is part two of a conversation I had with Scott Schneiderman, who is the Pastor of Ministry Development at New Beginnings Church, Harrisonburg, VA. We talk about the modern forms of church, particularly the way his church works, and how to manage and see through the work of a church to ensure we bring glory to God. Scott has his own podcast called Re:quip. You can find it wherever you stream podcasts. He as also recently started playing around with uploading sessions on YouTube. (search for Scott Schneiderman). You can also look up Re-quip.org if you're interested in more, or hit up Scott on the socials to talk to him directly or ask any follow up questions. and as always, feel free to post any thoughts, comments or questions on facebook.com/thehonesttheologypodcast

    34 min
  8. Season 3 - Episode 5 (part 1): "Who, What, When, Where, Why is The Church?" with Scott Schneiderman

    07/02/2023

    Season 3 - Episode 5 (part 1): "Who, What, When, Where, Why is The Church?" with Scott Schneiderman

    *NOTE this is part 1 of a 2 part episode. Listen in to a conversation I have with an old friend who helps pastor a church in a VERY different context to me, as we talk about models of church, emphases of ministry, glorifying God and how to do that in and manage a large church community, among other things. Because we "do" church a little differently, we talked a bit more than usual, so I broke this up over two parts. Scott is a Pastor at New Beginnings Church in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He also hosts a podcast of his own called Re:Quip Ministries and can be found wherever you stream podcasts.

    35 min
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Hosted by Jonathan Barb, the Honest Theology podcast welcomes on guests to talk about a whole bunch of stuff as it pertains to life today (contexts, cultures, experiences) through a theological lens. The whole point is to approach issues with open and honest mind sets, addressing things people sometimes struggle with, are confused about, or just want to know more about. I know I don't have the answers to everything, but I'm open to having honest conversations with you, and hopefully learn a little more as we journey on.

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