The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson

How to Talk About Sexuality & More (with Pastor Rich Villodas) – Episode 344

Apr 17, 2024

Pastor Rich Villodas from New Life Fellowship discusses the importance of addressing tough topics like sexuality in diverse churches. He shares insights on navigating challenging conversations with humility and curiosity, emphasizing the need for character development over political divides.

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Pastors should focus on emotional and spiritual formation to navigate tough topics effectively.

Creating a culture of listening and dialogue prepares individuals to engage challenging topics with grace.

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Navigating Tough Topics in Church

Pastors are challenged with addressing tough topics in church, including issues like politics, race, sexuality, and global tensions. Pastor Rich Villotas shared insights on preparing for and approaching these conversations. He emphasized the importance of pastors focusing on their own emotional and spiritual formation to navigate challenging discussions effectively. By cultivating curiosity, humility, and clear communication, pastors can create a foundation for discussing tough topics in a way that fosters understanding and respect within their congregations.

Lessons Learned from Past Mistakes

01:58

Introduction

2min

Casual Conversations and Series Introduction

2min

Exploring Pastor Rich Villodas' Background and Spiritual Journey

5min

Navigating Tough Topics in a Diverse Church

7min

Navigating Challenging Messages in a Diverse Congregation

18min

Embracing Curiosity and Humility in Addressing Tough Topics

3min

“I have sensed a need from God to be courageous in these moments and recognize that not everyone's going to be happy with what I'm saying.”

In this episode, Rich Villodas, Pastor of New Life Fellowship (a large, multi-racial church in Queens, NY), offers wisdom for discipling our diverse churches on tough topics like sexuality.

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