Episode 36 - Alan Roxburgh and Navigating the Unravelling of Modernity

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation with Christine, Alan Roxburgh shares his transformative journey of faith, beginning from his working-class roots in Liverpool to his current life in Canada. He discusses the evolution of missional living, emphasizing the importance of relationality and community over traditional church practices. Alan highlights the need for churches to shift their focus from programs to genuine relationships, addressing the loneliness and isolation prevalent in modern society. He advocates for simple, everyday practices that foster connection with God and others, while navigating the complexities of a changing world.TakeawaysExperiencing love for the first time led Alan to Christianity.Missional living is about being present, not programs.Communities centered around God can address societal loneliness.Eating together fosters community and connection.Our people are not our projects; they are loved by God.Shifting focus from church growth to relationality is crucial.Practices like dwelling in scripture help build community.Asking new questions is more important than finding answers.Simplicity in faith practices can lead to deeper engagement.Alan J. Roxburgh a pastor, seminary professor, and mentor in leadership and missional transformation, who has written thirteen books on missional leadership and culture change. In his work he addresses questions of church and mission, convinced the Spirit is fermenting a movement of God's people that can't be contained in narratives of renewal, reform, or fixing existing systems. Alan was born in Liverpool England but now live in British Columbia Canada. When not traveling or writing, Alan enjoys mountain biking, hiking, cooking and hanging out with Jane and their five grandchildren as well as drinking great coffee in the Pacific North West.Alan can be found at TMN | Journal | Missional CommonsYouTube | Blog | Books | Twitter | FacebookFind out more about Christine Sine onWalking In Wonder on Substackand on her website GodspacelightAnd on social media:InstagramFacebookX