Always Forward Podcast

Here a bonus episode of the Always Forward Podcast! Listen in on a conversation between Canon Jeff Bailey and Rev. Claude Atcho, Vicar of Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA, and author of the Reading Black Books (available everywhere books are sold). In this engaging dialogue, Jeff and Claude delve into the profound ways our Anglican heritage ignites perseverance, the significance of immersing oneself in the local context, the enduring importance of joy as the cornerstone of our mission, and so much more. You're in for a treat—don't miss this episode!

On this special unscheduled episode of the Always Forward Podcast Canon Dan speaks with Fr Jason Hill, planter at Kingsfield Mission in Maui, Hawaii. Learn how this young church plant is helping with relief efforts in the wake of the tragic wildfires and how you can support this sister church plant as they bring hope amid the flames. Find out more about Kingsfield Mission and GIVE to their relief efforts on their website at www.kingsfieldmaui.com

Two Canons for Church Planting, Tuck Bartholomew and Jim Salladin, had a conversation around Tim Keller's life and legacy. Both were directly influenced by Dr. Keller's ministry and had plenty to share on this closing episode of Season 7.

Dr. Hans Boersma, a prominent theologian and professor at Nashotah House, dives into the vital role of a sacramental mindset in church planting. He discusses the need to reclaim sacramental work, emphasizing how all creation participates in God's life. Boersma contrasts secular influences with a revitalized sacramental imagination, while exploring the three streams of Anglicanism. He advocates for inclusive liturgical practices and highlights the importance of community support in mission work, all in preparation for an upcoming church planting conference.

How can we assess the health and state of our plants...before it's too late? Jim Griffith joins the show to discuss.

Recently the Global Anglican Future Conference convened in Kigali, Rwanda. Dan shares how church planters can navigate their work with the variety of issues swirling about in the international Anglican Communion.

How are the rich traditions of liturgical worship a gift to the work of starting new churches? Shawn McCain joins the show to interview Dan Alger on his new book, Word & Sacrament: Ancient Traditions for Modern Church Planting.

Anxiety doesn't just exist within us; it exists between us. Rev. Kris McDaniel, rector of Trinity Anglican Church in Atlanta, joins the show to discuss family systems theory and how it applies to church planting.

How do spiritual disciplines or practices shape our lives and work in church planting? Fr. Aaron Damiani joins the show to discuss.

Hear the story of a church planting movement that's taking shape in West Virginia from Canon Ben Sharpe.