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In this free-for-all episode of Christ the Center, Camden Bucey is joined by Derrick Brite, Lee Hutchings, and Dan Borvan for a wide-ranging conversation following the summer season of Presbyterian and Reformed assemblies. They reflect on the PCA General Assembly, the OPC General Assembly, and the URC Synod, considering overtures, church order, the spirit of deliberation, and the practical realities of Presbyterian polity.The conversation also turns to Reformed witness in Italy, Roman Catholicism, and the need to speak the truth clearly and charitably. Camden previews upcoming discussions on Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, Catholic social teaching, artificial intelligence, human dignity, and the need for a sound Reformed anthropology in an age of rapid technological change.Mentioned in this episode:Join Us In Person: Four Upcoming Reformed Forum EventsBefore today's episode, Camden Bucey shares four opportunities to gather with Reformed Forum in person over the coming months: Apologetics and Evangelism Seminar — August 4–5, 2026, Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Taylors, SC. Camden Bucey and Carlton Wynne lecture on apologetics and evangelism for the pastor at the GPTS Summer Seminar. Details: https://reformedforum.org/event/apologetics-and-evangelism-seminar-greenville-sc/ Discovering Christ in All of Scripture — August 28–29, 2026, Cahaba Park Presbyterian Church, Birmingham, AL. A Friday evening and Saturday morning seminar exploring how every part of Scripture reveals God's redemptive plan in Jesus Christ. Details: https://reformedforum.org/event/birmingham-alabama-seminar/ 2026 Annual Theology Conference — September 25–26, 2026, Lakeland Church, Gurnee, IL. The Covenant of Grace: One Savior, One People, One Purpose, featuring Dr. G. K. Beale. Early-bird pricing ends August 31. Register: https://rf26.reformedforum.org/ Christ the Center 1000th Episode Celebration — February 19–20, 2027, Hilton Austin, Austin, TX. A live recording of episode 1,000, a shared dinner, and conversations with longtime friends of the ministry. Details: https://reformedforum.org/event/christ-the-center-1000th-episode-celebration/ Seats are limited — register today at https://reformedforum.org/events
Pastor Keaton Paul & Seth Scruggs recap the 2026 PCA General Assembly and discuss some of the biggest stories and the most encouraging takeaways. For questions and feedback, email keaton.paul@pcazion.orgFor more about Zion Presbyterian Church visit zioncolumbia.orgResources:GA: https://pcaga.org/GA Livestreams: https://www.youtube.com/@pcageneralassembly1973/streamsJeffery Choi Thread on Overture 37: https://x.com/RevJeffreyChoi/status/2070920139051331829Danvers Statement: https://cbmw.org/about/the-danvers-statement/Ad Interim Committee Partial Report on Christian Nationalism: https://pcaga.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AICReport_CN.pdfPolity Matters with David Strain: https://youtu.be/mrfupgYqnAM?si=mJ7jMX4CQcwpDFdT
In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon delivers a clear, Scripture-grounded evaluation of the top news impacting Christians over the past two weeks. He breaks down the big progressive wins in New York City, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani-endorsed candidates Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier swept their Democratic congressional primaries — ousting establishment incumbents in a significant shift for the left. Jon also explores how NAPARC churches are addressing issues of race and ethnicity, provides a recap of the recent PCA General Assembly, major Supreme Court wins for the Trump Administration, J.D. Hall's interview with Tucker Carlson on Christian Zionism, standout moments from The Jeremy Boreing Show, and more.00:00 - Welcome & Podcast Introduction03:48 - Personal Updates: Album Release, SBC, Jeremy Boring Show & Mississippi Trip07:55 - Napark Churches & Denominational News (PCA, ARP, OPC, etc.)12:34 - New Christendom Press Controversy (Antelope Hill Vendor)20:52 - Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) Update30:00 - J.D. Hall on Tucker Carlson & Related Interviews45:00 - Jeremy Boring Interview Reactions & Christian Nationalism01:05:00 - Galatians 3, Abrahamic Covenant & Theology of Israel/Jews01:40:00 - Romans 9-11 Explained: Gentiles, Jews & Future Restoration01:55:00 - Closing Thoughts: Tribes, Truth, Community & Practical AdviceTo Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
CrossPolitic 101 — Show Notes: PCA General Assembly Recap On this episode of CrossPolitic 101, the Waterboy brings in a panel of guests fresh off the 53rd PCA General Assembly to break down what happened in Louisville the week of June 22nd. Pastor Josh Howard (New Covenant Church, Pittsburgh), Pastor Corey Wang (Sheer Presbyterian Church, Morrisville, NC), and Josiah Stowe (co-founder, Dominion Wealth Strategists) join Gabe to walk through the major outcomes — from the roundhouse defeat of Overture 37 on female deacons, to the cheeseburger patriotism moment, to the partial Christian nationalism study committee report and what it means for the denomination going forward. Timestamps 00:00 — Intro & sponsors — Patriot Mobile and Dominion Wealth Strategists 03:07 — Meet the panel: Pastor Josh Howard, Pastor Corey Wang, and Josiah Stowe 06:45 — Overview of the 53rd PCA GA — Louisville, June 22nd; Mel Duncan moderator, Fred Greco clerk 08:29 — Why denomination meetings matter — Acts 15 and God working through the church 09:15 — General assessment: was this a good GA? Corey's take from the conservative 20% 11:05 — Overture 37 — female deacons: what it proposed and how it was defeated 14:07 — Can the overtures committee screen clearly unbiblical overtures before the floor? 15:13 — Why the PCA lets these come to a vote: gauging denominational health, not just screening error 17:49 — The 14 who voted for it — what happens next? Matthew 18 and the presbyteries 22:03 — Josiah's outside perspective: comparing Overture 37 to the SBC's Muller amendment 24:53 — Were conservatives also frustrated? The related overtures that didn't get floor debate 26:13 — Performative masculinity vs. functional female officers — a rhetorical imbalance? 30:18 — What the PCA needs: courageous young men, not crass ones — Pastor Josh 31:57 — Cheeseburger patriotism — Overture 66 and giving thanks to God for 250 years of America 36:04 — The Christian nationalism study committee report — overture vs. report, what's the difference? 38:13 — Dr. David Strain, the partial report, and why the committee asked for one more year 40:00 — Is the CN report fair? The problem of defining terms in a big-tent denomination 44:01 — Gabe's backstory — PCA roots, CrossPolitic's origin, and the deficiency in political theology 48:34 — Was the CN report too little too late? Pastors weigh in on the church's political theology gap 51:38 — Progressive sanctification and the PCA — Corey's framework for denominational growth 56:22 — Josiah's closing take: bounding the tent, defining good Presbyterian Christian nationalism Connect with This Episode's Guests Pastor Josh Howard Church: New Covenant Church — Monroville (Pittsburgh), PA Seminary: Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary (adjunct professor) Pastor Corey Wang Church: Sheer Presbyterian Church — Morrisville, NC Podcast: Civically Minded Josiah Stowe Role: Co-founder, Dominion Wealth Strategists Website: reform.money Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars Join us October 1–3 in Franklin, Tennessee for the Fight Laugh Feast Conference. This year's theme is Holy Wars — Just War, the Crusades, and the Christian Life. Featuring Doug Wilson, Joe Boot, George Grant, Jared Longshore, Joe Rigney, Ben Merkel, and the CrossPolitic crew. Early Bird pricing ends July 1st — nearly halfway sold out. Tickets: https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference This Episode's Sponsors Patriot Mobile America's only Christian conservative wireless provider. Exceptional nationwide coverage utilizing all three major networks, with 100% U.S.-based customer support. Dollars go toward religious freedom, constitutional rights, the sanctity of life, and veterans and first responders. Switch today and tell them CrossPolitic sent you. Website: patriotmobile.com/crosspolitic Dominion Wealth Strategists Financial strategies aligned with biblical principles — budgeting, saving, debt management, insurance, legacy planning, and more. Dominion exists to equip Christians to take the dominion mandate seriously: build wealth, protect it, and use it to further the kingdom. Book your free consultation today. Website: reform.money About CrossPolitic CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found. #CrossPolitic #PCA #GeneralAssembly #ChristianNationalism #Presbyterian #ChristianMedia #ReformedTheology
CrossPolitic 101 — Show Notes: PCA General Assembly Recap On this episode of CrossPolitic 101, the Waterboy brings in a panel of guests fresh off the 53rd PCA General Assembly to break down what happened in Louisville the week of June 22nd. Pastor Josh Howard (New Covenant Church, Pittsburgh), Pastor Corey Wang (Sheer Presbyterian Church, Morrisville, NC), and Josiah Stowe (co-founder, Dominion Wealth Strategists) join Gabe to walk through the major outcomes — from the roundhouse defeat of Overture 37 on female deacons, to the cheeseburger patriotism moment, to the partial Christian nationalism study committee report and what it means for the denomination going forward. Timestamps 00:00 — Intro & sponsors — Patriot Mobile and Dominion Wealth Strategists 03:07 — Meet the panel: Pastor Josh Howard, Pastor Corey Wang, and Josiah Stowe 06:45 — Overview of the 53rd PCA GA — Louisville, June 22nd; Mel Duncan moderator, Fred Greco clerk 08:29 — Why denomination meetings matter — Acts 15 and God working through the church 09:15 — General assessment: was this a good GA? Corey's take from the conservative 20% 11:05 — Overture 37 — female deacons: what it proposed and how it was defeated 14:07 — Can the overtures committee screen clearly unbiblical overtures before the floor? 15:13 — Why the PCA lets these come to a vote: gauging denominational health, not just screening error 17:49 — The 14 who voted for it — what happens next? Matthew 18 and the presbyteries 22:03 — Josiah's outside perspective: comparing Overture 37 to the SBC's Muller amendment 24:53 — Were conservatives also frustrated? The related overtures that didn't get floor debate 26:13 — Performative masculinity vs. functional female officers — a rhetorical imbalance? 30:18 — What the PCA needs: courageous young men, not crass ones — Pastor Josh 31:57 — Cheeseburger patriotism — Overture 66 and giving thanks to God for 250 years of America 36:04 — The Christian nationalism study committee report — overture vs. report, what's the difference? 38:13 — Dr. David Strain, the partial report, and why the committee asked for one more year 40:00 — Is the CN report fair? The problem of defining terms in a big-tent denomination 44:01 — Gabe's backstory — PCA roots, CrossPolitic's origin, and the deficiency in political theology 48:34 — Was the CN report too little too late? Pastors weigh in on the church's political theology gap 51:38 — Progressive sanctification and the PCA — Corey's framework for denominational growth 56:22 — Josiah's closing take: bounding the tent, defining good Presbyterian Christian nationalism Connect with This Episode's Guests Pastor Josh Howard Church: New Covenant Church — Monroville (Pittsburgh), PA Seminary: Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary (adjunct professor) Pastor Corey Wang Church: Sheer Presbyterian Church — Morrisville, NC Podcast: Civically Minded Josiah Stowe Role: Co-founder, Dominion Wealth Strategists Website: reform.money Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars Join us October 1–3 in Franklin, Tennessee for the Fight Laugh Feast Conference. This year's theme is Holy Wars — Just War, the Crusades, and the Christian Life. Featuring Doug Wilson, Joe Boot, George Grant, Jared Longshore, Joe Rigney, Ben Merkel, and the CrossPolitic crew. Early Bird pricing ends July 1st — nearly halfway sold out. Tickets: https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference This Episode's Sponsors Patriot Mobile America's only Christian conservative wireless provider. Exceptional nationwide coverage utilizing all three major networks, with 100% U.S.-based customer support. Dollars go toward religious freedom, constitutional rights, the sanctity of life, and veterans and first responders. Switch today and tell them CrossPolitic sent you. Website: patriotmobile.com/crosspolitic Dominion Wealth Strategists Financial strategies aligned with biblical principles — budgeting, saving, debt management, insurance, legacy planning, and more. Dominion exists to equip Christians to take the dominion mandate seriously: build wealth, protect it, and use it to further the kingdom. Book your free consultation today. Website: reform.money About CrossPolitic CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found. #CrossPolitic #PCA #GeneralAssembly #ChristianNationalism #Presbyterian #ChristianMedia #ReformedTheology
First-time Overtures Committee member ruling elder BL Peters joins us briefly to review day zero of the 2026 PCA General Assembly in Louisville, KY, where the committee dealt (sometimes harshly) with about half of the 91 overtures submitted this year. Enjoy the old-time technical difficulties that are always associated with GA live shows! Stay tuned for more wrap-up shows this week. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alvrkd1RdH8
We are on the road (so apologies for the sound quality) but we were too excited to get you an episode. We are previewing the PCA General Assembly. Tomorrow we will release another episode. So take a road trip with us the GA and if you are here come find us. Matt newsletter found here- plantandproclaim.substack.com The app to follow overtures- https://overtures26.replit.app/ Overtures 2026 Polity Matters Episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/polity-matters/id1697383708?i=1000768012458 Restless would love your support on patreon. Join our patreon for bonus episodes every single week! You can follow this podcast all over the internet. twitter, instagram. or facebook Or email us at restlesspodcasting@gmail.com
How an epic road trip is helping 153 million orphans!Thats what happens when 3 guys try to visit all 19 states where Lifeline has a physical office in just 19 days! On this episode of the Defender Podcast, Herbie and the team pull back the curtain on the most ambitious road trip in Lifeline's history.It all kicks off June 7th at Briarwood Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, the very church where Lifeline's ministry was first birthed. From there the team flies to Washington State (Lifeline's second-ever licensed state back in 2004), then on through Wyoming and South Dakota before picking up a van and driving across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, and Michigan, landing back home in Birmingham for Giving Day on June 26th.Along the way you'll hear about the partnership with EveryLife to bless a pregnancy resource center in each of the 19 states with free diapers, a key to the city in South Dakota, a clean stand-up comedy night in Kansas, and a Braves game in Atlanta with more than 200 alumni families. The team also shares the heart behind it all: growing Lifeline's following so more people learn about the ministry, more funding flows in, and more of the world's vulnerable children find their way home.This is real life on the road, nothing staged, as the team trusts the Lord to open doors with new and existing church partners across the country.In this episode:How "19 in 19" came together and why these specific states - The EveryLife diaper partnership and what a pregnancy resource center actually doesEvent highlights from South Dakota to AtlantaThe Giving Day goal of $700,000 to $1 million and how you can be part of itA special scavenger hunt for pastors at the SBC in Orlando and the PCA General Assembly in Louisville on June 23rdFollow the journey:Visit 19in19.org to see what day we will be in your city or stateText the word LIFE to 79819 for all the updatesMark your calendar for Giving Day on June 26th and the Run for One on August 29thLifeline Children's Services is a Christ-centered ministry serving orphans, vulnerable children, vulnerable families, and vulnerable women across all 50 states and in 47 countries.If this episode encouraged you, smash the like button, subscribe, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a Defender Podcast drop.
Camden Bucey and Ryan Noha sit down at Reformed Forum headquarters in Libertyville, Illinois, for a special ministry update. They discuss upcoming events, new and forthcoming Reformed Academy courses, publishing projects, international translation efforts, and ways listeners can pray for and partner with Reformed Forum. This update includes information about the OPC General Assembly, the Rome Scholars and Leaders Network, the PCA General Assembly meetup in Louisville, the Greenville Seminary summer seminar on apologetics and evangelism, the Birmingham seminar on discovering Christ in all of Scripture, the 2026 Reformed Forum Theology Conference, and the Christ the Center 1000th episode celebration in Austin, Texas. Chapters 0:00 Welcome and purpose for this update 1:14 Upcoming events and the OPC General Assembly 2:48 Christian identity and OPC history course 4:05 Rome Scholars and Leaders Network 5:55 PCA General Assembly meetup in Louisville 7:18 Greenville Seminary seminar and Defending Our Hope 10:08 Birmingham seminar on Christ in all of Scripture 11:43 2026 Reformed Forum Theology Conference 14:23 Christ the Center 1000th episode celebration 25:37 Reformed Academy: 39 free courses and active students 27:52 Reader's guides from international cohort courses 30:13 Why guided reading matters 33:32 Reformed Academy community and group study 35:20 Courses in production and the need for support 38:07 Upcoming Reformed Academy recordings 40:02 Companion books and translated resources 41:40 Partnership, prayer, and Reformed Forum's mission 44:02 Closing and how to stay connected Participants: Camden Bucey, Ryan Noha
Pastor Jared Nelson and deacon Patrick Sanders help us examine the 11 overtures submitted to this year's PCA General Assembly which concern the offices, some of which would radically change the denomination's polity. Jared podcasts at Polity Matters and you can view Patrick's previous seminar on deacons here: https://pcaga.org/project/the-whole-deacon-patrick-sanders/ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tm2t2oPGR10 Overtures: https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures
In this special episode, we welcome Rev. Tim Brindle to discuss his recent and controversial interaction at the PCA General Assembly. We dive deep into pressing issues facing the church today, including Critical Race Theory, Christian Nationalism, and the challenges of faithful witness in a polarized culture.Rev. Brindle shares his perspective on what happened at the Assembly, how Christians can think biblically about race and politics, and why these debates matter for the future of the Reformed church.See more of Rev. Timothy Brindle's work here:www.timothybrindleministries.com/Fault Lines Album#PCA #ChristianNationalism #CriticalRaceTheory #TimBrindle
The Pugs conclude their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN as they welcome Timon Cline back onto the show. Timon is a good friend, and Chris serves on the Advisory Board of the magazine. Today the pugs discuss the work of the publication as well as the state of the world and the church. It's a free-wheeling conversation, as normal. We hope you enjoy it Learn more about American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs conclude their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN as they welcome Timon Cline back onto the show. Timon is a good friend, and Chris serves on the Advisory Board of the magazine. Today the pugs discuss the work of the publication as well as the state of the world and the church. It's a free-wheeling conversation, as normal. We hope you enjoy itLearn more about American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs conclude their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN as they welcome Timon Cline back onto the show. Timon is a good friend, and Chris serves on the Advisory Board of the magazine. Today the pugs discuss the work of the publication as well as the state of the world and the church. It's a free-wheeling conversation, as normal. We hope you enjoy it Learn more about American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs conclude their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN as they welcome Timon Cline back onto the show. Timon is a good friend, and Chris serves on the Advisory Board of the magazine. Today the pugs discuss the work of the publication as well as the state of the world and the church. It's a free-wheeling conversation, as normal. We hope you enjoy it Learn more about American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their time at the PCA General Assembly with a conversation with first time guests, Michael Foster and William Wolfe. Michael is a well known pastor from Ohio and is the co-author of, It's Good to be a Man, and William worked in the first Trump Administration. Both of them have a lot to say about why we should fight for the institutions that make up our society, especially ecclesial ones such as the PCA and the SBC. Enjoy! The Center for Baptist Leadership: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their time at the PCA General Assembly with a conversation with first time guests, Michael Foster and William Wolfe. Michael is a well known pastor from Ohio and is the co-author of, It's Good to be a Man, and William worked in the first Trump Administration. Both of them have a lot to say about why we should fight for the institutions that make up our society, especially ecclesial ones such as the PCA and the SBC. Enjoy!The Center for Baptist Leadership: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their time at the PCA General Assembly with a conversation with first time guests, Michael Foster and William Wolfe. Michael is a well known pastor from Ohio and is the co-author of, It's Good to be a Man, and William worked in the first Trump Administration. Both of them have a lot to say about why we should fight for the institutions that make up our society, especially ecclesial ones such as the PCA and the SBC. Enjoy! The Center for Baptist Leadership: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their time at the PCA General Assembly with a conversation with first time guests, Michael Foster and William Wolfe. Michael is a well known pastor from Ohio and is the co-author of, It's Good to be a Man, and William worked in the first Trump Administration. Both of them have a lot to say about why we should fight for the institutions that make up our society, especially ecclesial ones such as the PCA and the SBC. Enjoy! The Center for Baptist Leadership: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN with a conversation with Matthew Everhard, the editor of The Jonathan Edwards Study Bible; soon to be released by Thomas Nelson Publishing. The towering influence of Edwards casts a long shadow over American evangelicalism, and even more broadly into the national memory. It's a fun and free-wheeling conversation which will give you an even greater appreciation for the man even secular liberals consider the greatest mind our nation has produced. Enjoy! Find Matthew Everhard on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewEverhard Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN with a conversation with Matthew Everhard, the editor of The Jonathan Edwards Study Bible; soon to be released by Thomas Nelson Publishing. The towering influence of Edwards casts a long shadow over American evangelicalism, and even more broadly into the national memory. It's a fun and free-wheeling conversation which will give you an even greater appreciation for the man even secular liberals consider the greatest mind our nation has produced. Enjoy!Find Matthew Everhard on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewEverhardConnect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN with a conversation with Matthew Everhard, the editor of The Jonathan Edwards Study Bible; soon to be released by Thomas Nelson Publishing. The towering influence of Edwards casts a long shadow over American evangelicalism, and even more broadly into the national memory. It's a fun and free-wheeling conversation which will give you an even greater appreciation for the man even secular liberals consider the greatest mind our nation has produced. Enjoy! Find Matthew Everhard on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewEverhard Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN with a conversation with Matthew Everhard, the editor of The Jonathan Edwards Study Bible; soon to be released by Thomas Nelson Publishing. The towering influence of Edwards casts a long shadow over American evangelicalism, and even more broadly into the national memory. It's a fun and free-wheeling conversation which will give you an even greater appreciation for the man even secular liberals consider the greatest mind our nation has produced. Enjoy! Find Matthew Everhard on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewEverhard Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
Ruling elders Kerry Gilliard and Josh Torrey and teaching elders Jackson Lin, Ryan Biese, and Zack Groff joined us to talk about issues raised at the recent PCA General Assembly. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7tcz90_5TM
In this episode of For The Church, Pastor Keaton Paul and Seth Scruggs break down what happened at the Presbyterian Church in America's General Assembly. First, they discuss some helpful terms and history. Then, they talk about some of the big stories coming out of the General Assembly and what they mean for the church.For more information about Zion Presbyterian Church visit zioncolumbia.org
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:A Recap of the General Assembly Actionshttps://byfaithonline.com/general-ass...Complete List of Overtureshttps://presbyterianpew.org/2025-over...Voting Outcomes on Overtures at the 52nd PCA General Assemblyfile:///Users/kevinmorris/Downloads/2025%20Overture%20Tracking%20Sheet%20Final.pdfThis episode recap of the 52nd General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) features special guest Mel Duncan. Mel has served as a PCA ruling elder for decades, and has been an active member on various PCA committees at the annual General Assembly. This year, Kevin served on the PCA's Overtures Committee, and Mr. Duncan was the Committee Chairman. In this episode, we'll talk about Presbyterian polity, how the PCA is structured, what General Assemblies are, and how the Overtures Committee plays a vital role in the trajectory of the PCA as a denomination. I hope you enjoy this episode!Support the showIf you're ready to dive deep with me, consider joining my all-new membership site Better Readers Academy.
The Pugs continue their podcasts from the 2025 PCA General Assembly and welcome Zach Garris onto the show! Zach is well known in Reformed circles for his writing on masculinity and Christianity. Today the Pugs discuss two of his books, Masculine Christianity and Honor Thy Fathers. The focus of the conversation is the teaching of the Reformers on the roles of men and women, not only in households and in the church, but in broader society as well. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Order Honor Thy Fathers from New Christendom Press at https://www.newchristendompress.com/fathers Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their podcasts from the 2025 PCA General Assembly and welcome Zach Garris onto the show! Zach is well known in Reformed circles for his writing on masculinity and Christianity. Today the Pugs discuss two of his books, Masculine Christianity and Honor Thy Fathers. The focus of the conversation is the teaching of the Reformers on the roles of men and women, not only in households and in the church, but in broader society as well. We hope you enjoy the conversation!Order Honor Thy Fathers from New Christendom Press at https://www.newchristendompress.com/fathersConnect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs continue their podcasts from the 2025 PCA General Assembly and welcome Zach Garris onto the show! Zach is well known in Reformed circles for his writing on masculinity and Christianity. Today the Pugs discuss two of his books, Masculine Christianity and Honor Thy Fathers. The focus of the conversation is the teaching of the Reformers on the roles of men and women, not only in households and in the church, but in broader society as well. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Order Honor Thy Fathers from New Christendom Press at https://www.newchristendompress.com/fathers Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
Good morning! Today's episode will be a discussion regarding the sin of partiality and a recent interaction between Kevin Deyoung and Tim Brindle at the 2025 PCA General Assembly.
The Pugs continue their podcasts from the 2025 PCA General Assembly and welcome Zach Garris onto the show! Zach is well known in Reformed circles for his writing on masculinity and Christianity. Today the Pugs discuss two of his books, Masculine Christianity and Honor Thy Fathers. The focus of the conversation is the teaching of the Reformers on the roles of men and women, not only in households and in the church, but in broader society as well. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Order Honor Thy Fathers from New Christendom Press at https://www.newchristendompress.com/fathers Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
Timothy Brindle vs. PCA Golden Calf | Crosspolitic What happens when a pastor challenges the PCA's untouchable idol? Timothy Brindle found out the hard way. At the 2025 PCA General Assembly, Pastor Timothy Brindle was silenced mid-sentence while questioning the reelection of Mission North America coordinator Irwin Ince. His crime? Pointing out that Ince's support for racial "affinity groups" violates James's command to "show no partiality." While other pastors freely criticized Ince's financial management and missed church planting goals, Brindle was shut down for touching the PCA's golden calf: racial reconciliation ideology. The Crosspolitic Guys and special guest Doug Wilson break down what really happened, why it matters, and what this reveals about the current state of the Presbyterian Church in America. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com
Timothy Brindle vs. PCA Golden Calf | Crosspolitic What happens when a pastor challenges the PCA's untouchable idol? Timothy Brindle found out the hard way. At the 2025 PCA General Assembly, Pastor Timothy Brindle was silenced mid-sentence while questioning the reelection of Mission North America coordinator Irwin Ince. His crime? Pointing out that Ince's support for racial "affinity groups" violates James's command to "show no partiality." While other pastors freely criticized Ince's financial management and missed church planting goals, Brindle was shut down for touching the PCA's golden calf: racial reconciliation ideology. The Crosspolitic Guys and special guest Doug Wilson break down what really happened, why it matters, and what this reveals about the current state of the Presbyterian Church in America. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com
Timothy Brindle vs. PCA Golden Calf | Crosspolitic What happens when a pastor challenges the PCA's untouchable idol? Timothy Brindle found out the hard way. At the 2025 PCA General Assembly, Pastor Timothy Brindle was silenced mid-sentence while questioning the reelection of Mission North America coordinator Irwin Ince. His crime? Pointing out that Ince's support for racial "affinity groups" violates James's command to "show no partiality." While other pastors freely criticized Ince's financial management and missed church planting goals, Brindle was shut down for touching the PCA's golden calf: racial reconciliation ideology. The Crosspolitic Guys and special guest Doug Wilson break down what really happened, why it matters, and what this reveals about the current state of the Presbyterian Church in America. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com
The Pugs are at the PCA General Assembly! And for their first interview from Chattanooga they welcome Aaron Renn back onto the show. After catching up with Aaron about his life following the Three Worlds of Evangelicalism phenomenon he's responsible for, the conversation shifts to evangelicalism and elites--or, why evangelicals can't seem to really develop any. By contrast, Roman Catholics have no trouble developing an elite class who go on to cultural prominence. So, why isn't that the case for evangelicals? Tune in and find out! Follow Aaron Renn on Substack at https://www.aaronrenn.com/ Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs are at the PCA General Assembly! And for their first interview from Chattanooga they welcome Aaron Renn back onto the show. After catching up with Aaron about his life following the Three Worlds of Evangelicalism phenomenon he's responsible for, the conversation shifts to evangelicalism and elites--or, why evangelicals can't seem to really develop any. By contrast, Roman Catholics have no trouble developing an elite class who go on to cultural prominence. So, why isn't that the case for evangelicals? Tune in and find out!Follow Aaron Renn on Substack at https://www.aaronrenn.com/Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs are at the PCA General Assembly! And for their first interview from Chattanooga they welcome Aaron Renn back onto the show. After catching up with Aaron about his life following the Three Worlds of Evangelicalism phenomenon he's responsible for, the conversation shifts to evangelicalism and elites--or, why evangelicals can't seem to really develop any. By contrast, Roman Catholics have no trouble developing an elite class who go on to cultural prominence. So, why isn't that the case for evangelicals? Tune in and find out! Follow Aaron Renn on Substack at https://www.aaronrenn.com/ Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
The Pugs are at the PCA General Assembly! And for their first interview from Chattanooga they welcome Aaron Renn back onto the show. After catching up with Aaron about his life following the Three Worlds of Evangelicalism phenomenon he's responsible for, the conversation shifts to evangelicalism and elites--or, why evangelicals can't seem to really develop any. By contrast, Roman Catholics have no trouble developing an elite class who go on to cultural prominence. So, why isn't that the case for evangelicals? Tune in and find out! Follow Aaron Renn on Substack at https://www.aaronrenn.com/ Connect with SHM Architects at https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8
AI enhancement helped us overcome an audio disaster (which we explain in the intro and allows us to share this conversaton with long-time ruling elder Melton Duncan and pastor Nick Bullock, who joined us for a review of the just-completed PCA in Chattanooga, TN and for a preview of the PCA study committees just instituted, including one on Christian Nationalism. Special thanks to Stephen Spinnenweber for allowing us to turn his luxury suite into Presbycast Studio Two for the week. Mel Duncan is a cradle presbyter who serves Calvary Presbytery as clerk and is on staff as a ruling elder at Second Presbyterian Church in Greenville, SC, and Nick Bullock is senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in New Braunfels, TX and formerly served as a church planter in Germany.
RE Matt Fender discussses the actions of the overtures and assesses the tone and tenor of the proceedings on day zero of the PCA General Assembly, which officially opens on 6/24/2025. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dq5FzYbaOng
Live from the Presbaru—commentary on a former PCA minister's appeal to undo the action of accepting the Stated Clerk's retirement...and it comes at a very bad time, just days before the opening of the PCA General Assembly. Here's the article: https://theaquilareport.com/an-open-letter-to-my-beloved-presbyterian-church-in-america/
Pastors Scott Edburg and Jared Nelson of the Polity Matters podcast join us along with Presbygirl Zoe Miller to wade through a flood of overtures for the 2025 PCA General Assembly. See all the overtures here: https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3fCIE_0ncA
Pastors Joe Cristman and Zach Byrd, Presbygirl and pastor's wife Zoe, and Justen the fighter pilot-ruling elder help us assess some controversial new overtures that will come before the PCA General Assembly in June. See overtures 26-28 here: https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCGDD5HT3wg
Pastors Matt Adams and Scott Edburg joined us for a surprisingly salty first look at the 22 overtures to the PCA General Assembly received thus far. Track here: https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITATv8zYZ6M Substack article re: Christian Nationalism study committees: https://presbycast.substack.com/p/who-knows-about-christian-nationalism
Dr. Dominic Aquila joins us to assess the latest PCA General Assembly in the context of the entire 51-year context of the Presbyterian Church in America. Brad's recent article (below) was our jumping-off point. Dr. Aquila is a former moderator of the assembly, a former long-time Standing Judicial Commission member, and is currently a pastor, church history professor, and editor of The Aquila Report. He has been active in each decade of PCA history. Read: https://presbycast.substack.com/p/the-pca-eras-tourwhere-are-we-now Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1-ww4sy-a4
The 2024 PCA General Assembly in Richmond, VA ended on time/early which means we had time to speak re-cap the event with a raucous room of friends including pastors Zach Byrd, Ryan Biese, Job Dalomba, Wilson Van Hooser, and Seth Miller, plus Presbygirl Zoe Miller and ruling elder/first-time commissioner BL Peters. You'll be encouraged by this group! Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TO9FIcO7TnM
Jon talks about two recent situations surrounding the PCA General Assembly's upcoming annual meeting. A number of PCA pastors and workers attempted to cancel an event American Reformer is hosting at Grimke Seminary. Pastor Zachary Garris is also currently targeted for making comments about the Bible's teaching on slavery. Will charges be brought? All this and more.#pcageneralassembly #cancelculture #socialjusticeOur Sponsors:* Check out Express VPN: expressVPN.com/MATTER* Go to roundhouseprovisions.com/HARRIS for up to 44% off your regular-priced Morning Kick order with a 90-day, money-back guarantee.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy