Grey Pages S2 E19 Benevolent Trauma | A Pathway to Change
May 14, 2025
Joel Repic, a church planter from Aliquippa, PA, and Jason Bowman, a digital strategist, dive into the complexities of transforming inspiration into action in community missions. They discuss how loyalty conflicts within denominations impact leaders trying to innovate. The podcast explores 'benevolent trauma' as a catalyst for change, the role of structure in mission, and the need for actionable pathways in community life. Through compelling metaphors and practical insights, they highlight the urgent call for a new approach to church and mission.
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Denominational Tension Slows Innovation
- Most denominational leaders are pioneers or early adopters, but they struggle to find permission to innovate within their systems.
- Loyalty to their denomination creates tension that slows their move from inspiration to action.
Clear Pathways Enable Innovation
- Lack of clear, actionable pathways prevents inspired leaders from innovating effectively.
- Without visible off-ramps from prevailing models, leaders either stay put or replicate old systems elsewhere.
Start Mission Without Permission
- Start new mission initiatives without waiting for institutional permission, especially in marginalized communities.
- Identify like-minded people to join you and begin embodied ministry among the poor immediately.
