Conversing with Mark Labberton

Scott Dudley shares about 139 baptisms on a recent Sunday at Bellevue Presbyterian Church, and about the church's spiritual and social work in the city of Bellevue and abroad. Scott Dudley is Senior Pastor at Bellevue Presbyterian Church in Bellevue, Washington.

Danté Stewart shares about his family's visit to The Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama, and about the sacred experience of knowing the whole story of Black life in the United States. Danté Stewart is an award-winning writer, speaker, and author of Shoutin' In The Fire: An American Epistle.

As he begins his role as Fuller's new president, David Emmanuel Goatley shares about his own Christian formation, the apostolic mission of the church, and the task of theological education in the world today. David Emmanuel Goatley is the sixth president of Fuller Seminary.

Becky Pippert reflects on her own journey of faith, on the loving ways Jesus draws people to himself, and on how we might share the Good News of God's love with others. Becky Pippert is a speaker, evangelist, and author of multiple books, including Out of the Saltshaker and Into the World and her most recent, Stay Salt: The World Has Changed, Our Message Must Not.

Elijah Davidson explores the movement of God's Spirit throughout cinematic history—in and through the world's greatest films and the work of filmmaking itself. Elijah Davidson is co-director of Brehm Film, author of Come & See: A Christian Guide to the Greatest Films of All Time, and creator of the Come & See devotions and community.

Susan Maros reflects on how we understand calling in light of our ongoing formation, the mission of God, and the need for community. Susan Maros is affiliate assistant professor of Christian leadership and author of Calling in Context: Social Location and Vocational Formation.

Andrew Steer talks about working against environmental damage and climate change and about caring for God's creation as a form of discipleship. Andrew Steer is president and CEO of the Bezos Earth Fund.

Thema Bryant discusses her journey of becoming a psychologist and reflects on topics of trauma, thriving, mental health, and race, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thema Bryant is an author, professor, researcher, and president-elect of the American Psychological Association.

Mark Noll discusses his newest book, which explores the reciprocal relationship between notable historical events in the United States and the interpretation of scripture during the 19th and 20th centuries. Mark Noll is an American church historian, retired professor, and author of numerous books, including his most recent, America's Book: The Rise and Decline of a Bible Civilization, 1794-1911.

Gary Haugen discusses the origins and organizational focus of International Justice Mission and reflects on the intersection between Christian faith and global justice. Gary Haugen is a human rights attorney, author, and the founder of International Justice Mission.