The Pastorate Podcast Francis Chan on Renewing Our Reverence for Communion, the Costs of Unity, and His Encouragement To Pastors Weary From Criticism.
What does it mean to return to the Lord’s Table with awe, unity, and reverence?
This week, Jason is joined by Francis Chan—pastor, author, and church planter—for a powerful conversation on the sacredness of Communion, the pursuit of spiritual unity, and what it means to centre the Church around the presence of Jesus. Drawing from decades of ministry and a personal call to reimagine church gatherings, Francis offers a compelling vision for a Church marked by humility, love, and awe.
Francis shares about:
His journey planting house churches and ministering in Hong Kong
Why Communion must reclaim its central place in our gatherings
The cost of pursuing unity across theological and denominational lines
How reverence, reconciliation, and shared presence lead to renewal
Whether you’re leading in a season of division or longing to see your church awakened to God’s presence, this conversation is a call to return to what matters most.
Biography
Francis Chan has been a pastor for over thirty years. He is a New York Times–bestselling author of several books, including Crazy Love, Letters to the Church, and Until Unity. He and his wife, Lisa, have been married nearly thirty years and co-authored You and Me Forever. Currently, Francis is in Northern California teaching & discipling the next generation of pastors and leaders.
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Guest Notes
- World Vision's: Connected Generation Report
- Until Unity Book
Show Notes