

Culture Matters
Culture Matters
Matters of culture should matter to us—because they matter to God. Hosted by Adam Hawkins, Tymarcus Ragland and Chelsea Conway—the Culture Matters podcast explores the intersection of faith and culture. Looking at everything from politics, art and entertainment to issues such as racial reconciliation and the sanctity of human life, we discuss what it looks like to live faithfully on mission—in the world but not of the world.
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Oct 29, 2021 • 1min
New Season Teaser
Our new season starts next Friday and we're really excited about it. Here's a sneak peek of what we will be talking about! Enjoy.

Sep 3, 2021 • 53min
Mental Health: The Church and Mental Health
This week, we wrap up our series on mental health with a conversation with author and L.P.C. Greg Wilson about his forthcoming book and the role the Church plays in helping those who are hurting. We hope you have found this series on mental health helpfull and encouraging. We will be back soon with new content. Stay tuned!
Resources
When Home Hurts: A Guide for Responding Wisely to Domestic Abuse in Your Church by Jeremy Pierre and Greg Wilson
Is It Abuse? A Biblical Guide to Identifying Domestic Abuse and Helping Victims by Darby A. Strickland
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Aug 27, 2021 • 11min
Minisode: Listener Call-in
This week we take some time to hear stories from some of you, our listeners. We hope that what you hear in these stories is that there is always hope and you are not alone. Even in difficult times, there is community to be found through our shared story.
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Aug 20, 2021 • 52min
Mental Health: Trauma and PTSD
This week we continue our series on mental health with a conversation about trauma and PTSD. Author and LPC Greg Wilson joins us for the conversation.
Additional Resources
More info on EMDR: www.emdria.org
Book: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk
Book: Suffering and the Heart of God by Daine Langburg (www.dianelangburg.com)
Book: Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman
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Aug 13, 2021 • 14min
Minisode: Mental Health and Athletes
Do we expect too much of our athletes? How should Christians think about things like professional sports, Olympics and national pride? In this minisode, we talk about professional athletes and the toll the public spotlight can have on them.
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Aug 6, 2021 • 44min
Mental Health: Eating Disorders
This week we will be talking about mental health and how it relates to eating disorders. Special guest Rachael Rosser-Schulte joins Taryn and Tymarcus for the discussion. This topic can be difficult to listen to for some who have had or currently struggle with eating disorders. Listener discretion is advised.
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Jul 30, 2021 • 45min
Mental Health: Substance Abuse
We continue our mental health series with a conversation about substance abuse. Special guests Michael Snetzer and Tymarcus Ragland join Taryn for the discussion.
For more information about Recovery and Steps programs visit citizenschurch.com/Recovery
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Jul 23, 2021 • 42min
Mental Health: Depression and Suicide
We continue our mental health series with a conversation about depression and suicide. Special guest Summer Vinson Berger joins Elizabeth and Taryn for the discussion.
Check out our sponsors, the CSB Bible and the Dwell Bible App.

Jul 23, 2021 • 9min
What’s Next for Culture Matters?
After a short hiatus, we are back with a new season! We catch up on the last few months and share what's next for Culture Matters.

Jul 16, 2021 • 18min
Minisode: Anxiety and the Bible
Adam and special guest Jamin Roller do a mini episode on anxiety and the Bible, looking at how Scripture defines anxiety and exploring answers to how we surrender this battle to the Lord.
For more resources on anxiety, we invite you to watch Jamin Roller's sermons on anxiety: Anxiety and Anxiety: Part 2.
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