Inclusive Faith Podcast

Kade Rogers & Gregory Neal
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Inclusive Faith Podcast is a progressive Christian podcast and a space for honest conversations about faith, identity, healing, and belonging. Hosted by Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal, a United Methodist pastor with more than 30 years of ministry experience, the podcast explores what happens when people stop pretending, start asking better questions, and make room for a faith big enough to hold real life. Together, Kade and Greg talk about LGBTQ+ inclusion, church hurt, scripture, progressive Christianity, spiritual growth, belonging, and the messy, beautiful work of reclaiming faith after harm. Through honest conversation, they explore what it means to follow Jesus in a more loving, inclusive, and affirming way. This podcast is for anyone who has ever felt pushed out, overlooked, or unsure where they fit in the church. Whether you are an LGBTQ+ Christian looking for a faith that affirms you, someone healing from church hurt, a progressive Christian, a pastor or ministry leader, or someone simply wondering if there is a better way to be Christian, you are welcome here. Inclusive Faith is not about having all the answers. It is about making space for the conversation. Let’s talk about it.

  1. 1d ago

    Spiritual but not religious? We get it.

    Spiritual but not religious? Can you believe in God, follow Jesus, and still struggle to trust the church? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, hosts Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal have an honest conversation about spirituality, organized religion, church hurt, and finding a faith community where you can belong without hiding who you are. As LGBTQ+ Christian leaders, we understand why conditional welcome, religious manipulation, and broken promises have led people to step away from church. We explore what religious institutions need to take responsibility for, how community can support spiritual growth, and why churches need to care more about people than attendance numbers. We also share practical ways to explore an affirming church, look beyond “all are welcome,” and recognize when it’s time to leave a congregation that no longer supports your spiritual well-being. Whether you’re questioning Christianity, navigating faith deconstruction, seeking an LGBTQ+ affirming church, or exploring spirituality outside organized religion, you’re welcome in this conversation. Explore more episodes and resources for inclusive Christianity, LGBTQ+ affirmation, and spiritual community at https://theinclusivefaith.com. Subscribe to The Inclusive Faith Podcast and join us for honest conversations about faith, belonging, and God’s love.

  2. Sep 29 ·  Bonus

    What My Dog Taught Me About God's Love

    What can our dogs teach us about God's unconditional love, grace, and belonging? In this special episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, Kade welcomes our very first guest co-host, Chloe, one of his three dogs, for a heartfelt reflection on faith, the love we share with our pets, and what it really means to come home. Having grown up with dogs, Kade knows there's something extraordinary about the way they welcome us. No matter how difficult the day has been, what mistakes we've made, or how long we've been away, they're simply happy we're home. That experience brings to mind the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15. Jesus tells the story of a father who sees his son returning from a distance and runs to embrace him before he can even finish his apology. It's a beautiful picture of God's grace and a reminder that we don't have to earn our way back into God's love. But what does that kind of unconditional welcome mean for our churches and our relationships? How can we create Christian communities where everyone, including LGBTQ+ people who have experienced rejection or conditional acceptance, knows they genuinely belong? In this episode, Kade explores the connection between our love for dogs and the Christian understanding of grace, reflecting on the joy of everyday homecomings, the heartbreak of knowing our pets won't be with us forever, and the invitation to become people who make others feel at home. Whether you're a lifelong dog lover, exploring your faith, or searching for an inclusive Christian community, this episode is a reminder that you are loved, you belong, and God's arms are always open. Scripture: Luke 15:11–32, the Parable of the Prodigal Son. About The Inclusive Faith Podcast: Join Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal as they explore progressive Christianity, LGBTQ+ inclusion, biblical interpretation, and what it means to follow Jesus with love and grace. Find more episodes, articles, and resources at theinclusivefaith.com

    What My Dog Taught Me About God's Love

  3. Sep 22

    What Happens When We Die? Rethinking Heaven and the Afterlife

    What happens when we die, and how much of what we believe about heaven actually comes from the Bible? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal look beyond pearly gates, clouds, harps, and other popular images of heaven. They explore where those ideas came from, what Scripture says about resurrection and eternity, and why faith does not always require certainty about what comes next. Kade shares honestly about growing up without the assurance that heaven was real and how he eventually found peace in not knowing. Greg reflects on his belief that death does not have the final word, God’s love will not let us go, and heaven may be far more inclusive than many Christians have been taught. Along the way, they discuss universalism, whether our beloved pets will be with us, the lasting power of love, and what it means to bring heaven into the here and now. Perhaps heaven is not simply a reward waiting at the end of life. Perhaps eternity has already begun. Learn more, find resources, and join our newsletter at TheInclusiveFaith.com.

  4. Sep 15 ·  Bonus

    I Survived Conversion Therapy. Here’s What It Did to Me

    What does conversion therapy actually do to a person? In this deeply personal episode of Faith in 10, Dr. Gregory S. Neal shares his experience inside a religious conversion therapy program, where he was taught to repeat the words, “I am an abomination,” until shame became inseparable from his understanding of himself and God. Greg reflects on the lasting spiritual and emotional wounds of conversion therapy, the dangerous ways shame can be mistaken for the voice of God, and the truth that finally helped him begin to heal: he did not need to become someone else to be loved by God. Conversion therapy promised freedom through changing who he was. The gospel offered something infinitely better: the freedom to stand before God without disguise, apology, or fear. God’s grace is sufficient. For Greg, for us, and for you. Follow or subscribe to the Inclusive Faith Podcast for honest conversations about Scripture, faith, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Find more episodes, articles, and resources at theinclusivefaith.com. Content note: This episode includes personal accounts of conversion therapy, religious trauma, and anti-LGBTQ+ language.

    I Survived Conversion Therapy. Here’s What It Did to Me

  5. Sep 8

    What the Hell? What the Bible Really Says About Hell

    Is hell really a place of eternal fire and punishment? Would a loving God condemn someone to endless torment, and is that actually what Jesus taught? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal ask a question many Christians are afraid to voice: What if everything we have been taught about hell is wrong? Together, they explore what the Bible actually says about hell, Jesus’ references to Gehenna, the influence of Dante’s Inferno, and the development of belief in eternal punishment. They also examine Christian annihilationism, universal salvation, and whether the limitless grace of God could ultimately include everyone. For many LGBTQ+ Christians, hell has been more than a theological idea. It has been used as a weapon to frighten, shame, and control them. Greg shares how the threat of hell was used against him growing up, while Kade reflects on why a Christianity centered on escaping punishment never made sense to him. Can a faith built on fear truly be faith? Does God’s grace end when we die? If God never gives up on us, could love and reconciliation remain possible beyond this life? Join us for an honest, theological, personal, and occasionally humorous conversation about hell, death, fear, LGBTQ+ inclusion, universal salvation, and the grace of a God who never gives up on us. The Inclusive Faith Podcast is hosted by Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal, a married gay Christian couple exploring faith, the Bible, church, marriage, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Learn more, contact us, and join our email community at theinclusivefaith.com.

  6. Sep 1 ·  Bonus

    A Biblical Case for Same-Sex Marriage

    Many Christians point to Matthew 19 as proof that Jesus defined marriage exclusively as between one man and one woman. But is that really what Jesus was saying? In this Faith in 10 episode, Dr. Greg Neal examines the question Jesus was actually answering, what Genesis says about human companionship, and why these passages may offer a strong biblical case for same-sex marriage. Rather than condemning LGBTQ+ relationships, Scripture calls us to take covenant, fidelity, mutual care, and self-giving love seriously. Jesus never condemned same-sex marriage. Perhaps the better question is not whether every marriage looks exactly like Adam and Eve, but whether two people have become faithful covenant partners who reflect the grace of God in their life together. Explore more episodes, articles, and resources from Inclusive Faith at https://www.theinclusivefaith.com.

    A Biblical Case for Same-Sex Marriage

  7. Aug 25

    What It’s Really Like to Be a Gay Pastor

    What is it really like to be a gay pastor in the Christian church? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, gay pastor Dr. Gregory S. Neal and his husband, Kade Rogers, share an honest conversation about LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church, the challenges of being a gay Christian leader, and their experiences serving together in ministry. Greg and Kade discuss the pressure LGBTQ+ clergy face to represent an entire community, the criticism that often accompanies public advocacy, and the lasting impact of religious trauma and church rejection. They also reflect on what it means to lead an LGBTQ-affirming church, navigate disagreements within a congregation, and remain faithful to a calling when others question whether someone can be both gay and Christian. Beyond the pulpit, they offer a glimpse into their everyday lives as a married gay couple in ministry, including the self-doubt, vulnerability, humor, and hope that shape their journey. Whether you are an LGBTQ+ Christian, an affirming ally, someone healing from religious trauma, or simply curious about the experiences of queer people in the church, this conversation is for you. Listen to The Inclusive Faith Podcast for honest conversations about Christianity, LGBTQ+ inclusion, affirming theology, progressive faith, and finding belonging in the church. Learn more at theinclusivefaith.com.

  8. Aug 18 ·  Bonus

    Faith in 10: What Are You Waiting For?

    What are you waiting for? Most of us live as though there will always be more time. We will make the phone call later, have the difficult conversation when the timing feels right, and tell people how much they mean to us the next time we see them. But tomorrow is not promised. In this personal Faith in 10 reflection, Kade considers what Psalm 90 means when it asks God to “teach us to number our days.” This is not an invitation to live in fear. It is an invitation to be present, love more intentionally, and say what matters while we still have the opportunity. We cannot control how much time we receive, but we can decide how honestly and lovingly we live the day in front of us. Visit theinclusivefaith.com to connect with us and subscribe to our newsletter, or email hello@theinclusivefaith.com. If this episode speaks to you, please share it with someone who may need it or leave a rating or review.

    Faith in 10: What Are You Waiting For?
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Inclusive Faith Podcast is a progressive Christian podcast and a space for honest conversations about faith, identity, healing, and belonging. Hosted by Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal, a United Methodist pastor with more than 30 years of ministry experience, the podcast explores what happens when people stop pretending, start asking better questions, and make room for a faith big enough to hold real life. Together, Kade and Greg talk about LGBTQ+ inclusion, church hurt, scripture, progressive Christianity, spiritual growth, belonging, and the messy, beautiful work of reclaiming faith after harm. Through honest conversation, they explore what it means to follow Jesus in a more loving, inclusive, and affirming way. This podcast is for anyone who has ever felt pushed out, overlooked, or unsure where they fit in the church. Whether you are an LGBTQ+ Christian looking for a faith that affirms you, someone healing from church hurt, a progressive Christian, a pastor or ministry leader, or someone simply wondering if there is a better way to be Christian, you are welcome here. Inclusive Faith is not about having all the answers. It is about making space for the conversation. Let’s talk about it.

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  • Creator
    Kade Rogers & Gregory Neal
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kade Rogers & Gregory Neal

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