Ministry in a Secular Age featuring Dr. Andrew Root

Ministry in a Secular Age
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Ministry in a Secular Age featuring Dr. Andrew Root. A ministry podcast for the Secular Age.

  1. 6H AGO

    A Pilgrimage into Letting Go

    Andy has a brand new book out called "A Pilgrimage into Letting Go".  He talks about the book and why it's important for pastors, parents, and all people to practice the art of letting go. Our call-in line is open!  Call us at ‪(612) 405-8071‬ to leave a question for a future episode!

    20 min

  2. AUG 19

    Empire State of Mind

    Derek wonders about what the Gospel is when Christianity is formed in an Empire.  Andy dusts off the works of an obscure scholar who saw history as separate times of First, Second, and Third Culture.  And Fourth Culture is on the way whether we like it or not. Our call-in line is open!  Call us at ‪(612) 405-8071‬ to leave a question for a future episode!

    28 min

  3. AUG 5

    Nietzsche Made Us Doubt the Moon Landing

    Derek's friend doesn't believe in the moon landing. Andy explains that modern-day conspiracy theories rooted in the Three Horsemen of the Hermeneutics of Suspicion: Nietzsche, Freud, and Marx.  It surprisingly has a lot to do with ministry in a Secular Age. Our call-in line is open!  Call us at ‪(612) 405-8071‬ to leave a question for a future episode!

    22 min

  4. MAY 14

    Marriage, Kids, and Family in the Age of Authenticity

    This week we dive into a listener question (thanks, Leanne!) about marriage, kids, and family life in the Age of Authenticity and how it's different now in this secular age. We unpack this along with what it means for the church. Andy's brand new book "Evangelism in an Age of Despair" is out now!  You can grab it here or wherever else you get your books: bit.ly/41zuNIN

    21 min

  5. APR 10

    Evangelism Isn't Wellness - Evangelism in an Age of Despair

    Andy just released his new book, "Evangelism in an Age of Despair".  In it, he makes a compelling case that evangelism isn’t wellness or therapy—it’s a radical, counter-cultural act. In this episode, Andy unpacks what that means and how it could transform your church’s approach to ministry. Andy's brand new book "Evangelism in an Age of Despair" is out now!  You can grab it here or wherever else you get your books: bit.ly/41zuNIN

    16 min

  6. MAR 17

    Five Star Funerals - Evangelism in an Age of Despair

    Andy just published a brand new book, "Evangelism in an Age of Despair".  It reminded Derek of his church's Google reviews and a woman who rated a funeral 5 stars.  Andy thinks this is what evangelism is all about.   Andy's brand new book is out now!  You can grab it here or wherever else you get your books: bit.ly/41zuNIN

    19 min

  7. FEB 3

    The Election that Ended the Century

    Andy thinks this recent election marked the end of the 20th century.   Andy and Derek are joined by special guest Rev. David J. Wood to discuss what the election means for faith communities and how our rich tradition of faith & theology can shape our imaginations to lead congregations during these historic times.

    22 min

  8. 10/28/2024

    Are We In a Bonhoeffer Moment?

    With the election in America approaching there has been much talk of churches and pastors being in a "Bonhoeffer moment".   Andy looks at Bonhoeffer's time vs. ours and what it means for us in ministry.

    19 min
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