In this episode of the Rebuilt Parish Podcast, Austin Suggs shares his journey from a non-denominational background to exploring Catholicism and ecumenism. He discusses the importance of digital discipleship, the blending of traditional and modern worship practices, and the need for authentic conversations about faith. 

The discussion highlights generational differences in faith experiences, the significance of community, and the challenges faced by the de-churched. Austin emphasizes the beauty of the good news and the importance of sharing personal experiences over expertise.

Check out Austin’s video we discussed in the episode: https://youtu.be/v1TDwOpfGCs?feature=shared 

Takeaways

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:44 Austin's Journey into Theology

04:25 Digital Discipleship and Community Engagement

10:22 Ecumenical Conversations and Shared Experiences

12:28 Insights from Church of the Nativity

16:35 Gospel Simplicity and Community Building

21:47 The Good News and Its Impact

23:25 The Journey Back to Faith

30:04 Crisis of Faith and Authenticity

33:09 Engaging the de-churched

39:38 Bridging the Gap with Wisdom

42:12 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Keywords

faith journey, digital discipleship, ecumenism, Catholicism, Protestantism, church community, theology, worship, crisis of faith, youth engagement

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