

REVcovery
Justin Gentry, Sarah Heath
A podcast about leaving ministry, recovering from being a professional Christian, and finding meaning after a calling. Welcome to the Revcovery Room.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 54min
Episode 81: Is it Holy Week already?
We are back and happy to welcome you to the REVcovery Room! This week we talk about Holy Week and what to do when the thing that used to bring you comfort no longer does so.It's a good one and it's great to be back for a new season!We now have a Discord now for our Patrons! You can join here: Patreon.com/revcoveryThis podcast is edited by Leon Karagoezian. You can find out more here: @leonkstudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 2024 • 11min
Season 4 Wrap-up
The hosts reflect on the importance of finding purpose and making a difference. They discuss taking a break, thanking Patreon supporters, and tease upcoming guest interviews for the next season. They explore change, diverse narratives, and pandemic realities. The episode wraps up with plans for the future, inviting listener recommendations and promoting their Patreon and Discord community.

Feb 15, 2024 • 1h 22min
Episode 80: Becoming the next thing with Derek Webb
This week we welcome the ever delightful Derek Webb to the podcast. Derek is a former Christian singer/songwriter (or singer/songwriter that happens to be a Christian) and is now writing more about the process of leaving what he was behind and leaning into whatever he is becoming next. This is a fantastic conversation about life, creation, and evolving as humans while dealing with the frustrations that come from people invested in keeping you the same.It's a good one folks, welcome to the REVcovery Room. We now have a Discord now for our Patrons! You can join here: Patreon.com/revcoveryThis podcast is edited by Leon Karagoezian. You can find out more here: @leonkstudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 2min
Episode 79: What would have kept us.
Hosts discuss what would have allowed them to stay in ministry, including factors like pay, lack of support and guidance on pay and benefits, shifting towards a culture of positive pressure, creating a positive work environment, feelings of competition and rejection, and toxic environments in churches.

Feb 2, 2024 • 54min
Episode 78: Holy Runaways with Matthias Roberts
This week we sit down and chat with the incredible Matthias Roberts to talk about community, connection and his new book Holy Runaways. It is a delightful and cozy conversation you will walk away from feeling lighter and more at ease.Grab a cup of tea and welcome to the REVcovery Room.We now have a Discord now for our Patrons! You can join here: Patreon.com/revcoveryThis podcast is edited by Leon Karagoezian. You can find out more here: @leonkstudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 26, 2024 • 47min
Episode 77: WTF moments in ministry Vol II
The podcast discusses hilarious and outrageous moments in ministry, including bizarre activities, awkward moments with long songs and karaoke, funny and embarrassing moments as a youth pastor, and embracing opportunities to make a positive impact.

Jan 18, 2024 • 1h 8min
Episode 76: Was I in a Cult with Cortland Coffey
Cortland Coffey, expert on ministry and high control religions, shares their jaw-dropping story of falling into a bad situation for all the right reasons. They discuss their experience in ministry, financial troubles in church planting, similarities between cultish behavior in corporate environments, the concept of investing in the hopes of a future payoff, transitioning from ministry to homelessness, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. A relatable and eye-opening conversation.

Jan 14, 2024 • 53min
Episode 75: Another New Year; Same Us
Hey folks its just another chill episode with Sarah and Justin wherein we discuss the new year, how our lives have changed, and what we look forward to in 2024.Join us this week in the REVcovery Room!This weeks episode is sponsored by the Our Bible App! Download it on the App store that brings you the most joy.We now have a Discord now for our Patrons! You can join here: Patreon.com/revcoveryThis podcast is edited by Elizabeth Nordenholt from Podcat Audio: https://elizabethnordenholt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 21, 2023 • 55min
Episode 74: Out of the classroom with Meghan Crozier
Meghan Crozier from Thereafter podcast talks about leaving the classroom, finding your voice, and recovering from Purity Culture. They also discuss the upcoming Content Warning Conference and explore challenges of deconstructing purity culture, inclusive sexual ethics, and navigating relationships with differing beliefs.

Dec 16, 2023 • 51min
Episode 73: Revisiting the Call
The hosts of this podcast revisit the idea of calling and reflect on the pressure and chaos of Christmas. They discuss personal decisions and the importance of finding grace. They also touch on the topic of protecting children from harmful teachings of the church and invite listeners to join their Discord community.