The Faith (In)Forming Podcast

Travis Jamieson
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A podcast about what informs our faith and how our faith forms us. The Faith In)Forming Podcast is a ministry of Palo Alto Christian Reformed Church. Pastor Travis Jamieson interviews pastors and theologians about current issues facing the church.

  1. 1D AGO

    The Ascension and the Baptized Imagination with Ross Hastings

    In this episode of the Faith (In)Forming Podcast, Travis Jamieson sits down with theologian Ross Hastings for a rich and practical conversation on the ascension of Jesus Christ and why it matters for everyday Christian faith and discipleship. Too often overlooked, the ascension is not a minor doctrine — it reshapes how we understand Christ’s reign, the mission of the church, Christian hope, and how believers see the world. Together, they explore what it means to develop a baptized imagination — learning to see reality through the lens of the gospel story — and how the ascended Christ transforms our worship, witness, leadership, and daily life. This episode connects biblical theology, spiritual formation, and pastoral practice in a way that is accessible and deeply encouraging. Topics include: • The theological meaning of the ascension • Why the ascension is essential to the gospel • Christ’s present reign and intercession • The role of imagination in Christian formation • Recovering a sacramental and mission-shaped vision of reality • How pastors and churches can cultivate a baptized imagination Perfect for pastors, church leaders, theology students, and thoughtful Christians who want a deeper, more integrated faith. Subscribe for more conversations on theology, spiritual formation, and the life of the church.

    39 min

  2. 11/05/2025

    Andrew Root on Letting Go of Control

    In this episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, host Travis Jamieson sits down with theologian and author Andrew Root to talk about his newest book, written with his wife Kara Root, about their family pilgrimage through Scotland following the way of St. Cuthbert. Andrew and Kara’s journey becomes a living parable about letting go of control in our parenting, pastoring, and spiritual lives. Drawing on Hartmut Rosa’s philosophy of resonance, Andrew explores how we can rediscover God’s uncontrollable presence in a world obsessed with efficiency, productivity, and growth. Together, we talk about: ⛰️ How pilgrimage reshapes our understanding of time and control 🕊️ What it means to experience resonance with God and others 👨‍👩‍👧 Lessons from parenting in an age of anxiety and optimization ⛪ How pastors and churches can become places of “relationful relating” If you’re a pastor, parent, or follower of Jesus longing to live with deeper peace and attentiveness in a hurried world, this conversation will speak to you. 📘 Learn more about Andrew Root and Kara Root’s book: https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9781587436628_a-pilgrimage-into-letting-go Evangelism in the Age of Despair: https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9781540968715_evangelism-in-an-age-of-despair Tags: Andrew Root Kara Root Faith InForming Podcast Christian podcast pilgrimage St. Cuthbert theology spiritual formation pastoral ministry Christian parenting resonance Hartmut Rosa Sabbath rest Christian life church leadership letting go of control God’s presence

    53 min

  3. 09/24/2025

    Multi-Racial Churches, Unity, and Vulnerability with Kyle Brooks

    What does it take to plant a church that truly blesses its community and reflects the call of Abraham to bless the nations? In this episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, I sit down with Pastor Kyle Brooks of Tapestry Church in Oakland to talk about the heart of his ministry and vision for the church today. Kyle shares his journey into ministry and why he believes church planting is one of the most effective ways to fulfill the church’s mission. We dive into the challenges and hope of building multi-racial congregations, exploring what it requires—structurally, systemically, and personally—to cultivate and sustain unity. Our conversation concludes with a candid discussion on vulnerability in ministry spaces with both men and women, and why honesty and humility are central to spiritual growth. 🔔 Subscribe to The Faith (In)Forming Podcast for more conversations on faith, theology, and culture. 📌 Connect with Kyle Brooks: ✍️ Newsletter: https://kylebrooks.substack.com 🌐 Tapestry Church: https://www.tapestryoakland.org/ 📌 Connect with me (Travis Jamieson): 🌐 Substack: https://substack.com/@travisjamieson 🎙️ Listen on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-faith-in-forming-podcast/id1736996163 https://open.spotify.com/show/48S9KiHPLcq6PXIK0oI0sq #FaithInFormingPodcast #KyleBrooks #ChurchPlanting #MultiracialChurch #ChristianPodcast

    47 min

  4. 09/10/2025

    Herman Bavinck & Neo-Calvinism: Theological Roots for Pastoring Today

    In this episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, Travis explores how Neo-Calvinist theology—through the insights of Herman Bavinck and Abraham Kuyper—offers deep wisdom for pastoring in today’s culture. From Silicon Valley’s “work-as-religion” to the challenges of technology, pastors need theological roots that are both orthodox and modern, holding together the truths of Common Grace and the Antithesis, and trusting that grace restores nature. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or Christian navigating life in a secular age, this episode will equip you to stay rooted, discerning, and hopeful as you live out your faith locally. ✨ Keywords to help you find this episode: Herman Bavinck, Abraham Kuyper, Neo-Calvinism, Common Grace, Antithesis, grace restores nature, orthodox yet modern, pastoring local, theology of culture, pastoral ministry, Silicon Valley and faith, Reformed theology podcast, Christian theology and culture 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, theology, and culture 🎙️ Listen to The Faith (In)Forming Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. 📖 Learn more about Travis’s work: https://travisjamieson.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips

    31 min

  5. 08/27/2025

    Paul Taylor on Revival, Influence, and Exilic Discipleship in Silicon Valley

    Silicon Valley is often described as both post-Christian and pre-Christian—a place of deep disillusionment and surprising openness. How do Christians navigate that tension? In the latest episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, I sit down with Paul Taylor, Director of Unify at Transforming the Bay with Christ and Co-Founder of the Bay Area Center for Faith, Work & Tech. Before that, he spent nearly two decades as a pastor at Peninsula Bible Church in Palo Alto. We talk about his recent Christianity Today article, “The Silicon Valley Revival Has Momentum. Next Comes Maturity.” We dig into questions like: Why should Christian leaders approach revival with both excitement and discernment—not just one or the other? What does it mean to live in a place that holds both post-Christian disillusionment and pre-Christian openness? How can Christians move beyond survival in the workplace to faithful influence—shaping cultures, guiding innovation, and bearing redemptive witness? Do the powerful need Jesus just as much as the marginalized? How do we avoid confusing evangelism with another form of Christian nationalism? And why might “exilic discipleship” be a faithful way forward for Christians in Silicon Valley? Paul brings wisdom, humility, and years of pastoral experience to these questions—and paints a hopeful picture of what maturity might look like for revival in the Bay Area.

    48 min

  6. 08/13/2025

    The Mary We Forgot – Dr. Jennifer Powell McNutt

    What if the Church has forgotten one of its most important witnesses? In this episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, host Travis Jamieson sits down with Dr. Jennifer Powell McNutt, professor of theology and history at Wheaton College, to discuss her new book, The Mary We Forgot: What the Apostle to the Apostles Teaches the Church Today (Brazos Press, 2024). We explore: 🔹 Who Mary Magdalene really was in the Gospels 🔹 How the Church misremembered her story through history 🔹 Why she’s called “the apostle to the apostles” 🔹 What reclaiming her story means for the Church today 🔹 The intersection of historical theology, gender, and resurrection witness Dr. McNutt is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, an ordained Presbyterian minister, and an award-winning author known for her work on the Reformation and the Reformed tradition. This conversation bridges the academy and the church, challenging us to reconsider how we remember—and why it matters. 📖 Buy the book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-mary-we-forgot-what-the-apostle-to-the-apostles-teaches-the-church-today-jennifer-powell-mcnutt/20656741?ean=9781587436178&next=t If you’re interested in biblical theology, church history, women in the Bible, or recovering forgotten voices in Christian tradition, this episode is for you. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment if you found this episode meaningful. #MaryMagdalene #JenniferPowellMcNutt #FaithInForming #ChurchHistory #TheologyPodcast #Christianity #Resurrection #WomenInTheBible #ReformedTheology #BiblicalStudies

    49 min

  7. 07/30/2025

    Karen Swallow Prior on Vocation, Calling, and the Christian Life

    In this episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, Travis welcomes Karen Swallow Prior—renowned author, speaker, and scholar—for a thoughtful conversation about her latest book, You Have a Calling: Finding Your Vocation in the True, Good and Beautiful. This episode delves into the meaning of Christian vocation, the distinction between calling and career, and how the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty can shape your sense of purpose. Whether you’re seeking clarity about your life’s direction or curious about how God calls us in today’s world, this conversation will inspire and challenge you. ✅ In this episode, we discuss: What is Christian vocation? How to discern your calling The role of beauty and literature in spiritual formation 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews on faith, theology, culture, and vocation Tags: Christian calling, vocation, Karen Swallow Prior, You Have a Calling, faith and work, theology of vocation, Christian podcast, spiritual formation, true good and beautiful, discernment, literature and faith

    53 min

  8. 07/16/2025

    The Artist’s Gaze & the Spirit’s Guidance | Andy Maitland

    In this episode of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast, host Travis Jamieson sits down with UK-based artist and spiritual director Andy Maitland to explore the intersection of art, imagination, and the Holy Spirit. Andy has been drawing exclusively on the iPad since 2011, focusing on the English landscape and the practice of paying close attention to the subject. He shares how his daily drawing practice becomes a form of spiritual discipline, and how the Holy Spirit plays a central role in creativity and discernment. 🔗 Links Mentioned: 🎨 Andy Maitland’s Website: 👉 https://www.andymaitland.com/ipad-artist/video-bio.html 📚 An Imagined Garden One (iPad Drawings 2011–22): 👉 https://www.andymaitland.com/ipad-drawings-publications/andy-maitland-ipad-drawings-an-imagined-garden-one-from-figurative-to-abstraction-2011-22.html 📰 The Ministry of Imagination – Andy’s Substack: 👉 https://ministryofimagination.substack.com/ 🎧 Listen to more episodes of The Faith (In)Forming Podcast #AndyMaitland #ChristianArtist #DigitalArt #FaithAndArt #SpiritualDirection #HolySpirit #ImaginationAndFaith #ContemplativeArt #iPadArt #TheFaithInformingPodcast

    55 min
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A podcast about what informs our faith and how our faith forms us. The Faith In)Forming Podcast is a ministry of Palo Alto Christian Reformed Church. Pastor Travis Jamieson interviews pastors and theologians about current issues facing the church.

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  • Creator
    Travis Jamieson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
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