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Voices Podcast

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There are a growing number of people who have given up on church, hit a wall in their faith, or been left with lingering question regarding the Christian tradition which was passed down to them. But they're not ready to entirely walk away from God, spirituality, or faith — if anything, they believe faith is what grounds us and helps us to make a difference in our shared world.Maybe this is your story.We started this podcast to elevate voices who are re-imagining faith.

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Episodes

  1. 26: The End of an Era w/ Kyle McKee & Gary Hale

    In episode 26, we share some sad yet hopeful news — the Voices podcast will be shutting down. After a year of creating some great conversation, continuing to learn & evolve, Kyle & I are ready to move on to other adventures. Listen in as we share a little bit more about the "end of an era" and...

  2. 25: Inerrancy, Authority & Inspiration w/ Pete Enns, author of "The Bible Tells Me So"

    In episode 25, we do a re-broadcast of one of our most popular episodes about the Bible. If you missed the original broadcast or are newer to our show, listen in as we chat with author and Old Testament scholar Pete Enns. We take on inerrancy, authority, inspiration and how to approach the Bible...

  3. 24: Loving God With Your Mind w/ Danny Prada of Heartway Church

    In episode 24, we talk with Danny Prada of Heartway Church. Danny started a new church while simultaneously deconstructing his faith. If you want to hear from a pastor who is in the middle of theological transition but hasn't completely given up on the church, then this is the episode for you. We...

  4. 23: Spiritual Direction w/ Lacy Clark Ellman of A Sacred Journey

    In episode 23, we sit down with Lacy Clark Ellman of A Sacred Journey to talk about the practice of spiritual direction. Spiritual direction is an ancient practice which helps us explore the spiritual aspect of being human. A spiritual director helps us pay attention and notice the movement of…

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  5. 22: Parenting through Deconstruction w/ Kevin Neuner of Spark Church

    In episode 22, we talk with our returning guest, Kevin Neuner from Spark Church, about parenting through deconstruction. It can be hard to talk about God, spirituality, and church as you’re reimagining or reconstructing your faith. We talk about being a sojourner alongside your kids rather than...

  6. 21: The Evolution of a Church PART 2 w/ Ryan Meeks of Eastlake Church

    In episode 21, we continue with part 2 of our conversation with Ryan Meeks of Eastlake Church in Seattle, WA. We pick up where we left off and continue talking about an interfaith posture, not having the exclusive truth and Ryan's motto — life is a gift and love is the point. This episode is…

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  7. 20: The Evolution of a Church PART 1 w/ Ryan Meeks of Eastlake Church

    In episode 20, we sit down with Ryan Meeks who is the founder of Eastlake Church near Seattle, WA. Eastlake has always been known as an innovative community approaching church and spirituality in new ways. Ryan is most well known for being featured in TIME when Eastlake was one of the first...

  8. Welcome to 2018!

    On this episode, Kyle asks one question about 2017, and how this question can propel us into 2018. VoicesBox winners, your boxes will be in the mail this week!

  9. Giveaway, Updates, Reconstruction

    Just a short episode talking about a big giveaway we're doing along with updates about 2018 and the future of the show! The show is growing and we love getting to do this! Thanks for tuning in.

  10. 19: An Inclusion Story w/ Fred Harrell from City Church SF

    In episode 19, we chat with Fred Harrell from City Church in San Francisco. In 2014, Fred led his church to full inclusion for the LGBTQ community. His story is one of continually being open to the movements of God and trying to create a table where everyone is welcome. You'll hear the heart of a...

  11. 18: Feminism, Religious Modesty & “The Beauty Suit” w/ Lauren Shields

    In episode 18, we talk with author Lauren Shields about her upcoming book entitled, “The Beauty Suit: How My Year of Religious Modesty Made Me a Better Feminist.” Lauren investigated modesty practices of Islam, Judaism and Christianity and then took off what she calls The Beauty Suit for a year....

  12. 17: Contemplative Spirituality for the Active Life w/ Phileena Heuertz of Gravity Center

    In episode 17, Phileena Heuertz walks us through the basics of contemplative spirituality. Phileena recently re-released her book entitled “Pilgrimage of a Soul” where she shares her pilgrimage story and how contemplation played a role in the evolving of her faith. When reading your bible or...

  13. 16: The Plot Twist of the Bible w/ Tim Day (Author of "God Enters Stage Left")

    In episode 16, we discuss the plot twist of the bible with Tim Day. Tim is the author of "God Enters Stage Left" where he approaches the Bible through the lens of a playwright. Is there merit to reading other ancient texts that didn't make it into the bible? What is the story of the bible and…

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  14. 15: Hellrazed? w/ Author & Filmmaker, Kevin Miller

    Episode 15 w/ Kevin Miller is our chance to take on hell. Does it exist? If so, who ends up there and why? “Hellrazed?” is Kevin’s upcoming book where he compiles multiple views on hell from various notable authors. It’s the follow-up to his film entitled Hellbound? which was a full feature...

  15. 14: Soul Path & Jewishness of Jesus w/ Kent Dobson, Author of “Bitten by a Camel”

    In episode 14, we hang with Kent Dobson who recently released the book “Bitten by a Camel: Leaving Church, Finding God.” Kent is a key voice in the unfolding conversation and re-thinking of God, Christianity, the bible and spirituality. His book catalogs his journey of re-thinking many...

  16. 13: Leaving Evangelicalism, Nashville Statement and Biblical Literalism w/ David Gushee, Author of “Still Christian”

    Episode 13 is about David Gushee’s latest book, “Still Christian: Following Jesus Out of American Evangelicalism.” In 2014, David was ushered out of evangelicalism after publishing his change of mind regarding human sexuality and the inclusion of our LGBTQ+ community. We talk about the roots of...

  17. 12: “Sacred Enneagram” w/ Chris Heuertz of Gravity Center

    Episode 12 with Chris Heuertz is all about his newest book, “Sacred Enneagram: Finding Your Unique Path to Spiritual Growth.” Chris is the co-founder of Gravity, a Center for Contemplation and Action. He speaks all over the world, leads retreats and was named one of Outreach Magazine’s “30…

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  18. 11: Safe Spaces, Beermosas & Doing Good w/ Nate Stone of Bar Church Seattle

    On episode 11, we talk with Nate Stone of Bar Church, Seattle. He shares his story of starting a church which meets in an unlikely place — a bar. Nate wanted to create a place he genuinely loved where people can talk openly about faith (doubts included) while helping make the world more…

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  19. 10: Deconstruction, Cancer & Faith on the Edge w/ Tim Burnette of the Way Collective

    On episode 10, Tim Burnette of the Way Collective joins us to share his story of being diagnosed with cancer and the deconstruction which followed. It’s a story of loss, change, living on the edges of faith and the beauty that follows. He’s got some great advice to those who are asking questions...

  20. 9: Reclaiming our Story with Kevin Neuner of Via Media

    On episode 9, we talk to leader and teacher, Kevin Neuner about how the teachings of Jesus have transformed throughout time. We talk about the intersection of technology and faith, how stories are told, and how we can ask better questions about the bible. See more of Kevin's work at...

  21. 8: From Mega Church to Coffee Church w/ Steve Gerali of Sanctuary Coffee

    On episode 8, we talk with author, theologian and entrepreneur, Steve Gerali, from Sanctuary Coffee in Claremont, California. We talk about the current reformation of the church and his story from working at one of the largest churches in America to starting Sanctuary Coffee. Sanctuary Coffee's...

  22. 6: The Bible for Normal People with Author & Theologian, Pete Enns

    On episode 6, we talk with author, theologian & podcaster, Pete Enns about all sorts of bible stuff - inerrancy, authority, inspiration and how to let the Bible be what it is. These are just a few themes from his book "The Bible Tells Me So" where Pete also writes about contradictions, confusing...

  23. 5: “Did God Kill Jesus?” with Author & Theologian, Tony Jones

    On episode 5, we talk with author & theologian, Tony Jones, about his most recent book, Did God Kill Jesus? Searching for Love in History's Most Famous Execution. The atonement and cross haven’t always been understood as it is today in popular evangelicalism and Tony helps us get a wider, more...

  24. 4: #staymarried with Author & Blogger, Michelle Peterson

    On episode 4, Kyle talks with the author of the recently released book, “#staymarried: A Couple’s Devotional”. #staymarried offers inclusive, open-minded guidance that applies to a diverse range of couples. We talk about the story behind the book and what it looks like to re-imagine healthy...

  25. 3: Solus Jesus and the Third Way with Dave Schmelzer of Blue Ocean Faith

    On episode 3, Gary and Kyle talk with Dave Schmelzer about some concepts from his new book, "Blue Ocean Faith" including solus Jesus, "Third Way" theology regarding LGBTQ and the centered-set. Dave started an organization which is also called "Blue Ocean Faith" where he is gathering a new and…

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  26. 2: "What is the bible?" with Kevin Neuner of Via Media

    On episode 2, Kyle and Gary talk with Kevin Neuner about what the bible is, what it isn’t and all kinds of stuff in between. Kevin does just about everything you can think of. He’s an organizational leadership guru (VIA Leadership). And he’s a normal guy, yet as scholarly as you can get, working...

  27. 1: Continue the Conversation with Kyle & Gary

    On this episode of the Voices Podcast, Kyle and Gary continue the conversation around creation care by talking about how they learned about climate change, practical changes they have made, and why it's important for us as Christ followers to take this seriously. Learn more at:...

  28. 1: Creation Care with Brian Webb of Climate Caretakers

    On this episode of The Voices Podcast, Kyle and Gary talk to Brian Webb about climate change, politics and how creation care is connected to our faith. Brian Webb is the founder of Climate Caretakers — a Christian community committed to action on climate change. Learn more at:...

  29. Welcome to The Voices Podcast

    Have you ever asked the question, "Is this really all there is to faith?" We have, and we are on a journey to re-imagine faith together. Production by: Luke Bechtel Music by: Screen Sounds

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

There are a growing number of people who have given up on church, hit a wall in their faith, or been left with lingering question regarding the Christian tradition which was passed down to them. But they're not ready to entirely walk away from God, spirituality, or faith — if anything, they believe faith is what grounds us and helps us to make a difference in our shared world.Maybe this is your story.We started this podcast to elevate voices who are re-imagining faith.

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