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2 Bald Pastors
by Pastor Joe McGarry and Pastor Geoff Sinibaldo
Pastor Joe McGarry and Pastor Geoff Sinibaldo explore the connection between faith and life. Who are we? How did we get here? Why are we bald?
Episodes
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Episode #95 What Does It Mean to Be Church Today?
In this thought-provoking episode of Two Bald Pastors, Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo dive into a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation about what it means to be the Church in today’s rapidly changing world. Starting off with some light banter about AI cartoons and ministry tech tools, the two...
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Episode #94 Telling the Story of Jesus in a Changing Church: A Conversation with Bishop Pipho
In this episode, Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo—aka the Two Bald Pastors—sit down with Bishop Nathan Pipho of the ELCA’s New England Synod. It’s a thoughtful, heartfelt, and energizing conversation about what it means to be the church in today's world. Bishop Nathan opens up about the relentless...
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Episode #93 Angela Denker on Faith, Politics, and the Power of Listening
In this thought-provoking episode of Two Bald Pastors, hosts Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo sit down with Pastor Angela Denker, Lutheran pastor, journalist, and author of Red State Christians and the newly released Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood. Together, they...
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Episode #92 From the Pulpit to the Polls: A Faithful Approach to Politics
In this thought-provoking episode, the 2 bald pastors sit down with Dr. Charles Stallworth, a pastor and former state representative, to explore the critical intersection of faith and politics. Dr. Stallworth shares his personal experiences and insights on navigating the complex landscape of…
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Episode #91: Passing the Baton
Geoff and Joe reflect on their conversation with Bishop Jim Hazelwood, discussing his legacy in the New England Synod. Joe shares a heartwarming story of a two-year-old boy who ushered during a church service, highlighting the importance of intergenerational connections. Geoff and Joe also…
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Episode #88 Faith Conversations: Rethinking The Way We Do Church
In the 2 Bald Pastors podcast, hosts Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo discuss engaging their church community through various initiatives aimed at fostering connection, learning, and service. They highlight the success of interactive activities like trivia nights using platforms such as Kahoot and...
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Episode #87 Faith Conversations: Navigating Five Realities of Decline and Renewal in the Church
In this podcast conversation between Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo, the hosts explore the challenges and opportunities facing the church in a time of declining membership and changing cultural attitudes toward religion. They discuss regional and denominational trends in church decline,...
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Episode #86 Vocation Remix
Thank you for listening to today's podcast. Please like, and review our podcast on Apple's podcast page. If you would like to give us feedback or ask us any questions please send them to [email protected] Thank you and be blessed.
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Episode #80: Conversation with Dan Rift ELCA World Hunger
In episode 83 of the podcast Pastor Joe McGarry and Pastor Geoff Sinibaldo talk with Dan Rift of the ELCA. Dan talks about the good work ELCA World Hunger and Lutheran Disaster Response are doing in the world. Dan also talks about the upcoming event with Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and Rick Steves...
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Episode #79: Geoff and Joe and Not Freaking Out
Geoff and Joe talk about the Corona Virus and how they are handling things in the craziness of the world.
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Episode #78: Holy Everything with Emily Carson
Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff have a wonderful conversation with Emily Carson about her book Holy Everything. You can buy a book from Amazon by going to Holy Everything You can learn more about Emily at her website You can learn more about the 2 Bald Pastors at their website
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Episode #77: M.O.D. Cast on the 2 Bald Pastors Podcast
Brian Scott and Justin Boeding are two Masters of Divinity (M.O.D.) talk about pop culture and God. They come on the 2 Bald Pastors Podcast to talk about their podcast and how they go about making an excellent show. In this podcast we get into The Mandalorian and so much more!
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Episode #76: Everyday Spirituality with The 2 Bald Pastors
Geoff and Joe followup their conversation with Bishop Hazelwood with a conversation about what Everyday Spirituality means to them. This is an interesting conversation and takes some twists and turns you might not expect. Links Mentioned in the show. Dan is the Worst Bishop on a Bike Everyday...
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Episode #75: Everyday Spirituality with Bishop Hazelwood
James Hazelwood has been a parish pastor, photographer, disc jockey and ice cream scooper. These life experiences inform his writing for the recently released book, Everyday Spirituality: Discover a Life of Hope, Peace and Meaning He currently serves as Bishop of the New England Synod of the...
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Episode #74: The Beginning of Acts
In a new series Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff will be reading through the book of Acts story by story. In this first episode they talk about their favorite stories and themes throughout the book of Acts and why they decided to embark upon this series. How is the Holy Spirit acting in your life? Let...
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Episode #73: In the City for Good with Pastor Paula Mehmel
The 2 Bald Pastors talk with Paula Mehmel, the pastor of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Hartford, CT. On Sunday, September 24, 2017, the people of Emanuel overwhelmingly voted to call Rev. Dr. Paula V. Mehmel as its eighth Pastor since its founding in 1889. “Pastor Paula” as she is widely known…
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Episode #72: Standing with our Siblings in Christ
Pastor Geoff and Pastor Joe followup their conversation with Pastor Amanda with a deeper dive in conversation about human sexuality. They cover topics about the vote in the United Methodist Church and the recent document put out by the ELCA on Visions and Expectations.
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Episode #71: Conversation with Rev. Amanda Gerken-Nelson
Today Geoff and Joe talk with Rev. Amanda Gerken-Nelson the Executive Director of Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries. Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries Reconciling works Transforming: The Bible and the Lives of Transgender Christian by Austen Hartke
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Episode #70 Everything you ever wanted to know about Stewardship
Everything you ever wanted to know about stewardship you can find out in this week's podcast. Join Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff as they talk about the widow's mite and how that will inspire your congregation to give....well at least inspire them to think about giving :) Ask Thank Tell
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Episode #69: Does the Gospel Offend You?
The last of our John 6 series where we talk about the Gospel and ways that the Gospel can and sometimes does offend us. How does the Gospel offend you? Let us know!
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Episode #68: The Authority of Jesus
Jesus and the crowd continue their conversation about the bread from Heaven. They question where Jesus gets his power from since he is the son of Joseph and Mary. Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff talk about the continuation of this text from John chapter 6.
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Episode #67: Faith Questions
In this episode Pastor Geoff and Pastor Joe talk about John 6: 24-35. Links mentioned in the Episode David Hansen "Throw Away Your Mission Statement"
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Episode #66: The Bread Series
Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff have a new worldwide headquarters in Kensington, CT. They begin season 3 talking about the Bread of Life.
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Episode #65: 10 Questions Churches Should Stop Asking
Have you ever found yourself asking these questions? How do we survive as the church? Why don't we have X,Y, or Z? Why aren’t we like that church down the street? Why should we change? or Shouldn’t the church just take care of its own? Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff explore these idea and many more…
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Episode #64: Christian and Muslim Relations with Dr. Grafton
Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff sit down with Dr. David Grafton from the Hartford Seminary to get a better understanding on Christian and Muslim relations in the United States and around the world. Resources Mentioned in the Podcast: Mosque Finder Salatomatic ELCA Muslim Relations Page
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Episode #63: Visioning with Pastor Tim Krick
Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff sit down and talk with Pastor Tim Krick about visioning, answering the tough questions and about his upcoming book about Not Being a Jerk.
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Episode #62: Holy Week
Pator Joe and Pastor Geoff talk about the importance of Holy Week and they share what is happening in their churches during this special time of the year.
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Episode #61: Why Share?
The 2 Bald Pastors Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo talk about the importance of sharing. They tell stories of sharing and how their lives have changed because of generosity.
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Episode #60: Why Fast?
Pastor Joe and Pastor Geoff explore the richness of Fasting in the church. They tell stories about fasting and why it is still important in the church today.
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Episode #58: Why Pray?
Joe and Geoff take on Lent one and the question why pray? Why is it important to pray? What didfference does it make in our lives. Joe shares one of the greatest prayer experience in his life.
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Episode #56: Keith Anderson Remix
Keith Anderson, Joe McGarry and Geoff Sinibaldo sit down IN PERSON for a conversation about Keith's upcoming book and what's new in digital ministry.
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Episode #54 Conversation with Bishop Yvette Flunder
At the New England Synod Bishop's Convocation we had an opportunity to talk with Bishop Yvette Flunder. She is an inspiring amazing woman who talked with the rostered leaders of the synod about how we can continue to be the church in the 21st century and beyond. Bishop Yvette Flunder is a native...
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Episode #53: The Luther Episode
Joe and Geoff talk about The Man, The Myth, The Legend - Martin Luther! On October 31, 2017 we celebrate 500 years of the Reformation. The 2 Bald Pastors talk about Luther and the amazing things he did for the church. We also talk about valuable things we have learned and experienced from this...
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Episode #52: Reach the Beach with Knute Ogren
Welcome to the latest episode of the 2 Bald Pastors. Sorry we have not had an episode in a few weeks. The end of the summer has been busier than we thought. We are happy to get back into the swing of things with a conversation with Knute Ogren. Knute is the Director of Development and...
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Episode #51: Conversation with Bishop Jim Hazelwood
We have the honor of Interviewing our Bishop Jim Hazelwood for our 51st podcast episode. Jim is an inspiration to many in the New England Synod as he is known as the Bishop on a Bike. We talk about Healthy Church, Healthy Leaders and get an insight to some of the things he is working on in his...
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Episode #50: Episode 50! Episode 50!!
The 50th episode of the 2 Bald Pastors. We look back and share some of our favorite moments. Thank you for joining us on this journey and we look forward to the next 50 and more.
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Episode #49: Mission or Maintenance
Today the 2 Bald Pastors talk about church and the health of our church. We ask the question is our church fulling our mission or are we in maintenance mode? Please join in the conversation by leaving a comment below or check our our Facebook.
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Episode #48: Just Say NO
Click Here for a Blog Series on Acts Click Here for a PDF copy of the Sermon Series on Acts Book from Dr. Matt Skinner 2 Bald Pastors T Shirt New Testament Scholar N.T. Wright calls the Acts of the Apostles, “The Deeds and Teachings of King Jesus, Part II” (Acts for Everyone, Part 1). This summer...
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Episode #47: The ELCA National Youth Gathering
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Pastor Joe McGarry and Pastor Geoff Sinibaldo explore the connection between faith and life. Who are we? How did we get here? Why are we bald?
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Pastor Joe McGarry and Pastor Geoff Sinibaldo explore the connection between faith and life. Who are we? How did we get here? Why are we bald?
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