Filthy Hope

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of child sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. If you need support, counselling is available at 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (Australia, 24/7) or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Can hope and healing really grow out of abuse and brokenness?0:00 – Intro: Ness' story0:41 – Content warning: child abuse1:46 – Abused at six: life shifted2:26 – Dissociative Identity Disorder as survival4:48 – Trauma-informed humour and brokenness5:28 – From victim to advocate12:30 – Coping through alcohol and distraction17:16 – Alcohol, sex, and trauma21:02 – Affair and rock bottom24:10 – The firecracker momentIn this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries share Ness's personal story of childhood abuse, trauma, and the long journey toward healing. Ness reflects on the ways she coped with deep brokenness, including dissociation, anxiety, alcohol, and shame, and how therapy, faith, and a powerful encounter with God began to reshape her life and identity.This episode explores what it means to move from victim to survivor to advocate, and how hope can emerge even after profound harm. It is an honest, courageous conversation about trauma, post-traumatic growth, and the calling to bring what was hidden in darkness into the light for the sake of others.#FilthyHope #ChristianPodcast #ChildAbuseAwareness #TraumaAndFaith #HopeAndHealing #SurvivorStories #PostTraumaticGrowth #FaithWithoutFilter #FromVictimToAdvocate

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. If you need support, Lifeline is available in Australia 24/7 on 13 11 14.What if the parts of your story marked by shame are not the end?0:00 – Intro: Jon's Story0:44 – Unpacking the word “bastard”1:50 – The filth and hope in being adopted3:11 – Content warning: suicidality and the lowest point3:50 – The lawn mower epiphany5:49 – The premature surprise8:35 – Any excuse to skip church11:37 – A hint at ministry15:40 – The gardener's prophecy and the elder's question20:56 – “Why be normal?” Pushing boundaries in faithIn this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries turn the lens inward as Jon shares his own life story, shaped by adoption, shame, despair, and an unexpected encounter with God. Jon reflects on growing up adopted, grappling with identity and suicidality, and the quiet moment that shifted everything, discovering he could not be snatched from God's hands.This episode explores how faith can take root in the most ordinary and painful moments, and how God can bring hope, calling, and purpose from stories marked by shame. It is a raw and honest reflection on despair, resilience, and the long journey of becoming who God is already calling you to be.#FilthyHope #ChristianPodcast #FindingGod #FaithAndMentalHealth #AdoptionStory #HopeAfterShame #Testimony #MessyFaith #ChurchAndLife

What happens when God puts you in ministry with someone you can't stand?0:00 – Intro: Welcome back to Filthy Hope0:28 – Ness thought Jon was a jerk1:00 – The hard question2:28 – Secretly hoping for rejection4:46 – Reunited at Ravenswood5:33 – Learning in school chaplaincy7:16 –  Creative approach to ministry8:56 – The homeless man chapel service15:30 - A series of unfortunate events17:43 – Reframing life experience as giftsIn this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries reflect on the unlikely beginning of their friendship and ministry partnership. From first impressions, bruised egos, and uncomfortable questions, to shared risk-taking, creative ministry, and deep trust, they explore how God can use conflict, honesty, and “holy friction” to shape both calling and character.This episode looks at how the parts of our stories we would rather avoid, whether tension, failure, or messy humanity, can become the very ground where meaningful ministry and real friendship are formed.#FilthyHope #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndFriendship #MinistryLife #ChurchStories #MessyFaith #HolyFriction #HopeInTheFilth

Has the Church lost its way, or is it finding a new one?0:00 – Intro: Is the church broken?0:43 – Welcome to Filthy Hope1:06 – Introducing Rev Charissa Suli1:42 – What hope is there for the church?4:37 – Progress: multiculturalism and First Nations Peoples5:49 – Hope in the priesthood of all believers9:00 – Hope in everyday people11:51 – Listening to young people15:10 – The hope of Rev Suli's Presidency17:11 – Weaving Christ's loveIn this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries continue their conversation with Rev Charissa Suli, President of the Uniting Church in Australia, to wrestle honestly with the future of the Church. Together they explore what is not working, where there is real hope, and why the Church may be doing better than we think. The conversation touches on multiculturalism, First Nations Peoples, women in leadership, the priesthood of all believers, listening to young people, and the need to cut away fear and toxicity while weaving Christ's love across cultures and communities.This episode offers a grounded, hopeful vision of a Church shaped by people, not buildings, and invites listeners to imagine what might be possible when faith communities are brave enough to face decline honestly and nurture what is already growing.#FilthyHope #ChristianPodcast #FutureOfTheChurch #FaithAndCulture #UnitingChurch #ChurchLeadership #WomenInMinistry #HopeAndFaith #ChurchReform

What if the parts of your story you were told to hide, are the very things God wants to use?In this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries are joined by Rev Charissa Suli, President of the Uniting Church in Australia, for an honest conversation about leadership, faith, and the power of embracing your whole story. Charissa shares her journey from becoming a teen mum to being ordained and elected as President, reflecting on shame, judgment, cultural expectations, and the moments the church fell short of its own values.Together, they explore how God can work through what feels taboo or disqualifying, and how faith, family, and calling can transform pain into purpose. This episode is a powerful reminder that your past does not disqualify you, it can become the very source of your strength.#FilthyHope #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndLeadership #UnitingChurch #TeenMum #ChurchAndCulture #ShameAndGrace #WomenInMinistry #Testimony #Hope

What happens when recovery leads you beyond sobriety, and into purpose? In this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries continue their conversation with UK actress Elizabeth Meadows about addiction, faith, and the long road of recovery. Liz shares how her 12-step journey opened the door to Christianity, quieted the constant pull of addiction, and eventually led her to walk 679 kilometres along the Camino de Santiago.Along the way, Liz reflects on surrender, hyper-independence, learning to ask for help, and discovering God's love through spiritual discipline, generosity, and prayer. This episode explores how purpose is often found not in dramatic breakthroughs, but in the daily choice to keep walking, long after recovery begins.Filthy Hope:Follow The Podcast: https://beacons.ai/filthyhopepodcast

What happens when addiction, trauma, and coping mechanisms collide with faith?In this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries are joined by UK actress Elizabeth Meadows to talk openly about addiction recovery, Christianity, and the 12 step journey.Liz shares how alcohol, sex, and validation became ways of coping with trauma, and how recovery, surrender, forgiveness, and faith led to healing. Ness reflects on her experience with AA, while Jon speaks about the ongoing practice of living in recovery.This episode explores how hope can be born out of suffering, even in the places church rarely talks about.Hosted by Rev Ness and Rev Jon. Get in touch at hello@unitingheartandsoul.org

Welcome back to Filthy Hope. Faith without the filters. Brave, compassionate conversations about life's hardest parts. We're so glad you're with us as we share new stories with new guests soon. Hosted Rev Ness and new co-host Rev Jon.Get in touchRev Ness: revness@unitingheartandsoul.orgRev Jon: revjon.smatts@gmail.comSubscribe now on your favourite listening app to be the first to hear.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTA_6jGZ2DXuLaKWSChZ_g/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UVp8SePdfm7zwN7hqrN2rApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/filthy-hope-faith-no-filter/id1620102857Hosted by Rev Ness and Rev Jon. Get in touch at hello@unitingheartandsoul.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rev Ness comes back to the place the podcast started, at Uniting Heart and Soul church, and shares on taking a short break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Jonty and Rev Ness are joined in the studio by Pastor James Lee from Sydney Hosanna Mission, and Pastor Ammi Ahn. Ammi is a blind missionary who has spent the majority of his life sharing the gospel in some of the most hostile environments in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode of Filthy Hope will be Jonty's last. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness sit down with Barry Higgins from Uniting World to talk about the role of mission work and the ways that mission can be done ethically.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Jonty and Rev Ness ask themselves an uncomfortable question: is church a cult?LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness are joined by Rev Jon Humphries to unpack the story of the road to Emmaus in Luke chapter 24. Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty sits down with returning guest and friend of the show Rev Dr Sunny Chen to unpack the historical, cultural and theological layers in the Adam and Eve story found in the book of Genesis.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness are joined by Rev Jon Humphries to unpack what Paul's account of the early church in Acts 2 can teach us about 21st century church.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness sat down with returning guest Rev Phil Swain to have a conversation about how to find sanctuary amongst the chaos of life.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness unpack the ascension of Jesus, as found in Acts 1:1-11.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness sit down with Rev Ken Day, one of the ministers at St. Stephens Uniting Church in Sydney.Earlybird Cafe: https://earlybirdcafe.org.au/LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness unpack the story of Tabitha's resurrection in Acts 9:32-43.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness unpack the question of suffering, using Rosie Batty's book "A Mother's Story" as a case study.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness unpack the story of Saul's conversion in Acts 9:1-17.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmaill.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty sits down with returning guest Thomas Jay Oord to explore the world of Open & Relational Theology.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness unpack the story of Lydia's conversion, found in Acts 16:11-15.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money. Power. Wealth. Manipulation. This week on Filthy Hope Jonty and Rev Ness explore the phenomenon sometimes known as "prosperity gospel." What is it? How can you identify it? And just how harmful can it be? ARTICLE

This week on Filthy Hope Jonty talks to returning guest Mikali Anagnostis, who is in the process of candidating to be an ordained minister of the Word in the Uniting Church. They cover Mikali's calling, their early years in the Catholic and Pentecostal traditions, the transitions Mikali made later in life with both their theology and their gender, and then the surprising ways in which those early traditions have shown back up in their life in formative and challenging ways. LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of Filthy Hope, Rev Ness interviews Jonty to get all the juicy details out of him about his recent marriage.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty talks to multi-instrumentalist James Watson about church music, and some of the complexities therein.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness dive into DOUBT, and why it might actually be the most important part of faith.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty is joined by returning guest James Watson to address a question about doubt and certainty that was raised after his last appearance on the show.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness are joined in the studio by Cory Schut, pastor at Wesley Mission.Wesley Mission: https://www.wesleymission.org.au/ Wesley International: https://wesleyinternational.org.au/LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty talks to Bec Swain about life growing up as a pastor's kid, and how that has translated into a type of faith that prioritises action.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness' conversation with Dr Ali Robinson from our live show on April 6, 2025.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness round out the lent season of the show with a look at the story of Jesus being anointed in Bethany by Mary - John 12:1-8.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness celebrate 150 episodes of Filthy Hope by diving into the mailbag.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro4:11 - Live show reflections6:52 - Dream guests9:10 - What does Easter mean to you?23:40 - How do you talk to young kids about Jesus?36:59 - Do we wish we had done things differently?48:19 - Is there necessary evil?54:38 - Capitalism and selective Christianity 1:08:27 - Do you feel like a theological outsider?1:14:36 - What's next for Filthy Hope?1:21:48 - Final thoughts1:23:03 - Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty's conversation with author, poet and pastor Will Small from our live show on Feb 23, 2025.LIVE SHOWS & MERCH: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our penultimate episode of lent 2025, we take a look at the parable of the prodigal son.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rev Ness works through a moment of doubt and discerning purpose, which leads Jonty and Ness to a conversation about the things that actually matter about church. What are the metrics that we use to measure success in our lives? How do we make sure we are actually doing the things that bring meaning and value into our lives?LIVE SHOWS: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Email us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness continue through their Lent 2025 season with part 2: Jesus is Tempted in the Wilderness.Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the show Jonty and Rev Ness talk about sleep! Why do we sleep, how does our sleep affect our health, and what happens when you can't sleep?LIVE SHOWS: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THROUGH A SCREEN DARKLY is the new podcast from Filthy Hope Studios, coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness begin their four-part lent journey with Matthew 8:5-13 - the story of the Faith of the Centurion. Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty is joined in the studio by returning guest Rev Dr Sunny Chen, this time to take a closer look at some of the words we use often in the Christian faith without really knowing what they mean.Contact Sunny: sunnyc@nat.uca.org.auLIVE SHOWS: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro0:50 - The Oscars and The Substance6:48 - Words change and develop over time19:46 - Important church history33:03 - What does "hell" actually mean?46:19 - What does "sin" actually mean?1:02:21 - Final thoughts1:10:37 - Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy some poetry performed live by Will Small on Feb 23rd, 2025 at Turramurra Uniting Church. Will's website: https://www.willsmall.com.au/Lead By Story: https://www.leadbystory.com.au/Contact us: filthyhopepod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness wrestle with theodicy - why does God allow suffering? Does God have it out for innocent people? Is God unable to stop bad things from happening?"A Pastoral Theology of Suffering:" https://journal.rts.edu/article/a-pastoral-theology-of-suffering/LIVE SHOWS: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness unpack last week's Academy Awards, and talk about the movies that have meant the most to them over the years.Jonty's Top Ten:Paths of Glory (1957)Carnival of Souls (1962)Andrei Rublev (1966) & Stalker (1979)The Graduate (1967)Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)The Exorcist (1973)Eraserhead (1977)Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)Lake Mungo (2008)Possessor (2020)Ness' Favourites:Grease (1978)The Sound of Music (1965)Santa Claus (1994)Top Gun (1986) & Top Gun: Maverick (2022)The MCU (2008-)Pride & Prejudice (2005)LIVE SHOWS: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness reflect on when it sometimes feels like God is silent - and how important it is to be able to live by faith through those phases of life.LIVE SHOW: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty is joined on the show by Will Giacometti.Episode 99 with Andrew Ranucci: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/filthy-hope/id1620102857?i=1000653214251LIVE SHOW: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Rev Ness talk about Mel Robbins and the "Let Them Theory," before turning inwards and facing their shadow selves. They also chat about Severance, vampires and the Super Bowl half time performance from Kendrick Lamar. You know, all in a week's work. LIVE SHOW THIS SUNDAY: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hope Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonty and Ness talk about the issues surrounding weaning off of antidepressants when they are designed for short term use but often used for years and years. They then discuss some of the questions we can have when we think about interacting with the Holy Spirit, before sharing some of what has been bringing them joy recently. LIVE SHOW: https://www.unitingheartandsoul.org/filthy-hopeJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rev Ness fills us in on a traumatic but ultimately healing experience going through hospital, and the lessons that it can teach us about the power of prayer. Jonty speaks about his recent trip to Argentina, and then we break down some of our thoughts about the recent Academy Award nominated film, Conclave.Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373445507761084Become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/FilthyHopeEmail us: filthyhopepod@gmail.comFollow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filthyhopestudios/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filthyhopepodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@filthyhopestudios?_t=8lLmIm1duvC&_r=1TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:13 - Conclave34:28 - Ness' healing experience1:06:13 - Jonty's travels in Argentina1:25:24 - Outro song Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.