The Pod is my Parish

Allen and Pastor James finish their discussion about what unites as as believers in the United Methodist Church, focusing on the final points from Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett from her Bishop's Days in Holston Conference in the Spring.

Pastor James and Allen discuss their experience at Asbury University and Asbury Theological Seminary as they traveled there to experience the Revival/Outpouring that broke out after a chapel service. This is a powerful move of God and was an amazing thing to witness. Please listen, be encouraged and seek God.

Allen and Pastor James continue the discussion about core beliefs that all Methodists hold in common, regardless of their view on LGBTQ issues.

Allen and Pastor James continue their discussion about what unites us as the family of God and some principles to keep in mind as we move forward together.

Allen and Pastor James continue with the discussion, now focusing on Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett's vision for the future of a United Holston Conference. First we look at some Pathways forward.

Allen and Pastor James begin the conversation about what unites us as believers, even in the midst of split and division. We look forward to continuing into part two of season one.

Pastor James and Allen finish discussing your questions about the impending split of the UMC, and get ready to move into what unites us all as believers as we move through, and get beyond, this difficult time.

Pastor James and Allen continue to look at the questions submitted by you, the listeners. A few of the more practical considerations are discussed, such as building, financial and clergy concerns. Unity going forward is also looked at, as we will get past this together.

Allen and Pastor James begin to discuss questions submitted by you, the listener. The first question tackled is, "If the Bible defines marriage as between a man and a woman, how can the Progressives ignore Scripture?" A difficult and heated question indeed. Listen for what is, prayerfully, a balanced approach to this topic and a beginning look at what unites us as Christians regardless of these issues.

Allen and Pastor James continue the discussion of the history and background of the looming split in the United Methodist Church. This talk brings us up to present day. In the next episode, Pastor James will begin addressing your specific questions.

Allen and Pastor James discuss some of the background information that has led to this pivotal moment in the United Methodist Church in these first couple of introductory episodes. Listener questions will be addressed in following episodes.