Emily bravely steps into the shoes of a church planter. (Eek!) The stakes are high, as it's been 45 years since a successful church has been planted in this diocese. We'll witness her first steps,…
What happens next with Christianity in America? Those who have been hurt by the church have a role to play. We are in a “hinge” period- a time for reformation- where the old fades away and new forms…
A devout Evangelical girl, Emily was offered the highest of compliments - that she’d make a great Pastor’s Wife. Yet, she had a "lingering sin issue" that haunted her. She worked so hard to get rid of…
Meet Reverend Maggie Foote, a not-so-formal priest. Hailing from conservative Ohio, Maggie grew up in the Episcopal church and felt a pull toward ordained ministry from a young age. Contrasting with…
Liturgy is freaky. It’s a barrier to entry, but there are things ex-evangelicals would also find attractive about the Episcopal Church. So, Emily decides to pilot a Sunday *night* service which will…
Who is this church for? This is the pivotal question Emily and her team begin to tackle. Brenna shares her own journey, one which highlights the reality of faith transitions, family dynamics, and the…
"We are still hungry for spaces, rituals, and rhythms that will help us beat despair and recover wonder." – Debie Thomas In this episode, the New Church team wrestles with writing a mission…
How do you advertise a church in a way that doesn’t trigger literally everyone? The St. Lucy’s team discusses initial efforts to get the word out, including how to use social media. They attempt to…
The hard truth is that a church needs money to operate. But, is it possible to ask for money and not feel gross about it? Tune in to hear how the team attempted to build financial scaffolding for St.…
This is the messy middle: a church being born amid political turmoil, attacks on the vulnerable, and communities in despair. The St. Lucy’s team navigates the turbulent climate in early 2025, leading…
