9 episodes
Reconstructing Pastors Podcast Bridge & Rhino
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- Religion & Spirituality
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5.0 • 7 Ratings
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Welcome to the "Reconstructing Pastors Podcast" with your hosts, Ruth Lorensson and Kirk Romberg. Join us on a transformative journey as we dive deep into the heart of faith, calling, and community in the midst of church deconstruction.
In this thought-provoking podcast, we invite you to eavesdrop on our discussions with each other (and our guests) as we unravel the intricacies of navigating life beyond the institutional church model. We confront the church's complexities, controversies, and challenges in order to understand what we need to leave behind as we discover what's next. With humor, empathy, and a dash of irreverence, we engage with profound questions surrounding faith and church culture. And we do so with an unwavering commitment to creating a safe, real and welcoming space.
Tune in to the "Reconstructing Pastors Podcast" and be part of a movement that envisions a better way for the church and all those who seek meaning in a rapidly changing world. Subscribe now to join the conversation and embrace the reconstruction journey.
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Bonus Episode: Rethinking Spiritual Leadership in Times of Ecclesiastical Upheaval
Join us as Dr. Angie Ward shares her journey from traditional church leadership to organic faith expressions. We explore Angie's pivotal moment during a leadership class that sparked a reevaluation of church leadership. Our candid conversation delves into the tensions of spiritual and vocational disruption, reflecting on the necessity of embracing uncertainty without rushing for resolution. As theological education faces a crossroads, we discuss the decline of traditional institutions a...
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Personal Renewal in the Liminal Space with Terry Walling
Are you seeking clarity and growth in your spiritual journey? Then this is a conversation you won't want to miss. In our latest episode, we have the pleasure of engaging in a truly thought-provoking conversation with the acclaimed author, Terry Walling. His book, "Unlikely Nomads," has stirred a wave of renewal among individuals on a path of faith. We delve into the transitioning phase of the church and how this time of uncertainty could be a catalyst for personal and corporate transformation...
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Wokeness or Awakening? Why Today’s Issues Should be Shaping the Church's Mission - with Mike Frost
Prepare yourself for an enlightening journey as we sit down with internationally acclaimed missiologist and author, Mike Frost. Embrace an intimate narrative of his spiritual transition from a Catholic background to a life-changing evangelical conversion at 19, which carved his leadership path. Through a plethora of diverse experiences and insights, Mike Frost illuminates the evolution of the church and the essence of its mission. In his new book 'Mission is the Shape of Water', he explores m...
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Confronting Scandalous Leadership with JR Woodward
Join us as we welcome our distinguished guest, JR Woodward, the author behind "The Scandal of Leadership". In this episode, we navigate the maze of issues surrounding domineering leadership in the Church, a problem JR insists needs immediate attention. We discuss how these leadership styles align with worldly powers, in stark contrast to Christ's submission to God.With the Church hemorrhaging from leadership scandals, we discuss the importance of understanding the root cause instead of dismis...
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A Deeper Look at Pastoral Life: Alex Lang's Introspective Journey
Have you ever reflected on the resilience narrative for pastors and how it shapes their pastoral life? We had a riveting conversation with Alex Lang who takes us through his experiences with self-reflection and self-critique. Alex offers insights into how his introspective journey has helped him separate personal struggles from his divine calling. His enlightening perspective on pastoral resilience, has stirred reactions ranging from agreement to disagreement, and even discredit, all of which...
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The Church Reimagined: Remembering Our Missional Roots with Rowland Smith
Are you ready to redefine your understanding of church and ministry? We bring you an intriguing conversation with Rowland Smith, National Director for Forge America, Director of Pando Collective. We delve into Rowland’s fascinating journey from a musical background, sought after worship leader to a seasoned voice and teacher in missiology and fresh expressions of the church. This episode presents a thought-provoking discussion on the need to rethink our understanding of success in ministry an...
Customer Reviews
Helpful in Processing
This podcast raises great questions without being too quick to jump to answers. My husband and I have used this as springboard in many of our own conversations as we think about church today. We are grateful for the emphasis on following the leading of the Spirit and invitation to think critically about church structures that need to be addressed.
There is a way forward
This is a podcast for experienced pastors by experienced pastors who have come to see that the way ministry is being done today in evangelical churches may no longer work going forward; how forms of church ministry up to this time have in some ways burdened pastors, their families, and their parishioners. It discusses things that pastor heretofore have not felt safe to discuss. This podcast deals with the recent phenomenon of christians bailing on church and the current zeitgeist of “deconstruction”, and understanding where real criticisms of modern church life may be valid. But is that all there is? This podcast will also explores how an honest and legitimate “reconstruction” can take place for those of us not willing to give up on church; not the return to what has already been tried & done, nor to abandon the notion of church, but to rethink what it means to be church today, and that there is new life after deconstruction. This will require us to consider new ways to do the work of the church, by going back to our roots, re-examine our assumptions, and allowing the Holy Spirit to speak to us afresh today. Highly recommend.
Can’t wait to hear more
So refreshing to hear these veteran pastors talk openly, honestly and vulnerably about HOW we do mainstream church today.
So much hit close to home for me - lots of things that aren’t really safe to discuss at church, or sometimes even with other people at church.
But we need to be willing to be real - to ask the hard questions and stop enabling the toxic behaviors that too often plague our churches.
That’s exactly what seems to be going on in this podcast - two pastors actually being very real about these topics of authenticity, methodology, and the ways that culture is challenging them to be better.
Recommended.