I Can See the Change and the Improvement: A Conversation with Don Fitzkee

I Can See the Change and the Improvement: A Conversation with Don FitzkeeHow do we know when change actually makes us more like Christ? In this episode, Harry sits down with Don Fitzkee—2026 Church of the Brethren Annual Conference moderator and pastor of worship at Lancaster Church of the Brethren—to explore this vital question.Don shares insights from his recent Messenger magazine article “I Can See the Change and the Improvement,” examining how the Church of the Brethren has evolved over the decades and which changes represent genuine spiritual growth. From the shift from non-resistance to active peacemaking, to navigating the “second half of life” faith described by Richard Rohr, this conversation wrestles with what it means to honor tradition while remaining open to transformation.The discussion touches on Brethren theology, the authority of Scripture, and how we interpret the Bible through a Christ-centered lens. Harry and Don also explore insights from N.T. Wright and Walter Brueggemann about reimagining old truths for new contexts—which forms the heart of Don’s “Imagine” conference theme for 2026.In a powerful moment, Sunday school participant John shares about finding more authentic spirituality in AA meetings than in church, raising challenging questions about honesty, vulnerability, and what it really means to encounter God together.This is a thoughtful exploration for anyone processing how faith traditions change, grow, and sometimes struggle to hold together when we see things differently.Faith in Process: Sunday’s CoolRecorded live on Sunday mornings at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Hosted by Pastor Harry Jarrett.Join us in person or listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or Substack.Learn more about our congregation at pleasantvalleyalive.org Get full access to Harry Jarrett at pastorharryjarrett.substack.com/subscribe