☕ Coffee and Conversation | Rev. Ted Goshorn on Calling, Sabbath & Purpose Beyond the Pulpit

In this episode of Coffee and Conversation, hosted by Candler Career Services, we’re joined by Rev. Ted Goshorn (MDiv ’15, DMin ’21) for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about vocation, loss, faithfulness, and discovering purpose beyond traditional ministry.Rev. Goshorn shares his unexpected journey from serving congregations in the United Methodist Church to becoming a financial advisor with Edward Jones after a serious health diagnosis and an unplanned career transition. What began as loss—of health, position, and assumed calling—became a story of redemption as Ted discerned what it means to practice ministry through presence, pastoral care, and trust in a new setting.This episode invites listeners to rethink calling, productivity, and identity—especially for those navigating vocational shifts or seasons of uncertainty.☕ In this episode, we explore:• Calling beyond the local church• Ministry as a transferable skill across professions• Faith, finance, and pastoral care• Sabbath as spiritual practice, identity formation, and burnout prevention• Abundance vs. scarcity mindsets (inspired by Walter Brueggemann)• Contemplative prayer and grounding practices• Redefining success after loss and disruption• Living and leading from purpose instead of pressureRev. Goshorn reflects on how his formation at Candler continues to shape his work today—through deep listening, interpretive skill, spiritual presence, and care for the whole person.Coffee and Conversation, hosted by Candler Career Services, creates space for alumni wisdom, student listening, and honest reflection on faith, vocation, and the many ways God’s call unfolds over a lifetime.Grab your coffee and join the conversation.