Yariarer, Is It Possible to Restructure a Church?

A, and you know, the pastors who are trying to figure out how to restructure church. Susi's like, i still think that planney is the best option, meaning church. Yariarer: How do you really see, in grey world, in these turbulent waters, steering a ship full of congregates or people into a place where that church does become the safest place? A, because as spiritual leaders there is an expectation that we will be able to hold space for people.

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Dive into a heartfelt conversation as Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh shares her personal journey through adoption and infertility, challenging the church to rethink its approach to abortion and women's health in a post-Roe v Wade world. Discover how creating safe, supportive spaces within faith communities can transform lives and embody the true mission of Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

Creating Safe Spaces for Women – How the church can become a trustworthy place for women to discuss issues like abortion, miscarriages, and reproductive health without fear of shame or judgment.
Adoption as a Contingency Plan – Bethany shares her personal experiences with adoption, asserting that while adoption is meaningful, it is a contingency plan and not God's original intent, highlighting the need for supporting families to stay together.
Moving Beyond Culture Wars – Discussing the importance of the church moving away from a culture war mindset and instead focusing on compassionate, bottom-up approaches that reflect Jesus's teachings.
Holding Men Accountable – Addressing the imbalance in conversations about promiscuity and pregnancy, emphasizing the need for men to take responsibility and for the church to advocate for equal accountability.
Supporting Women Post-Roe v Wade – Exploring practical steps the church can take to support women and families in a post-Roe world, including building infrastructures, providing resources, and fostering community.

Guest Highlights:

Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh – Pastor at Catalyst Church Humboldt. Bethany offers profound insights from her personal journey with adoption and infertility, challenging conventional views and inspiring a compassionate approach within the church towards women's health and family support.

Resources Mentioned:

Catalyst Church Humboldt YouTube Channel – Catalyst Church Humboldt
Bethany on Instagram – @bethanysseh

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