7.24.25 Beardcast: A Conversation with Bishop Kristin Stoneking

In this inspiring and wide-ranging conversation, Bishop Kristen Stone King shares her journey through ministry, her passion for creative spiritual leadership, and her commitment to inclusive, justice-centered work within the Mountain Sky Conference of the United Methodist Church.From her roots in campus ministry to her current role as bishop, Bishop Kristen reflects on the joys and challenges of ministry in today’s world—especially the need to support LGBTQ+ inclusion, engage indigenous communities, and revitalize rural churches through innovative models like the Montana Plan and the circuit rider approach. She also emphasizes the importance of personal spiritual practices, like her protected morning routine, and finding joy beyond the pulpit.Zach and Matt join the conversation to reflect on their own ministry journeys, the value of connection beyond church walls, and how churches can build the kingdom of God through repentance, reconciliation, collaboration, and community engagement.🎧 Whether you're clergy, laity, or simply passionate about the future of the church, this conversation will leave you hopeful, challenged, and ready to join in the work of building God’s beloved community.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations like this, and don’t forget to like, share, and comment with your reflections!#UMC #MountainSkyConference #BishopKristenStoneKing #InclusiveChurch #RuralMinistry #Reconciliation #SpiritualGeography #FaithAndJustice #CircuitRider #LGBTQInclusion #BuildingTheKingdom #MattAndZach #TheBeardedTheologians