Off the Pulpit

In this episode, the associates of Jason & Tom with Eugene takeover the episode. DC, Sam and Eug chat about the dynamics of working with a lead pastor, what makes a good lead and associate pastor and how to thrive in that relationship.

In this episode, we reflect on 5 years of yapping together along with a quick stop to NYC.

In this episode, we chat with pastor and author Jeremy Treat on his book The Atonement: A Short Introduction and why atonement is so important for the church and the believer.

In this episode, we take some time to reflect on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the political discourse in light of his death.

In this episode, we chat about how to lead from all levels of church life, how to lead in difficult situations and we also get a little more sentimental than usual—consider yourself warned.

In this episode, we chat about signs of a dying church and marks of a healthy church.

In this episode, we discuss what we feel is overrated and underrated in the church.

In this episode, we discuss the current immigration policies, the ICE raids and how the church is called to be faithful and loving in this time.

In this episode, we ask if the nuclear family was a mistake and how to integrate families into church and spiritual life.

Mark Sayers, an Australian pastor and cultural analyst, dives into the chaos of 2025, discussing how political upheaval impacts faith. He explores the shift from Trump 1.0 to 2.0 and its global repercussions. Sayers emphasizes the need for churches to guide Gen Z through their spiritual curiosities while avoiding moralistic pitfalls. He advocates for local, resilient faith communities and offers insights on managing modern anxiety. Drawing on monastic traditions, he highlights the importance of stabilizing presence in turbulent times.