👑 Christ the King: Decoding the Liturgical Calendar

Join Matt and Zach as they dive deep into the meaning and placement of Christ the King Sunday within the Christian liturgical year! This episode explores how this majestic observance serves as a capstone, leading us into a new cycle.

Discover the vibrant palette of the liturgical calendar, examining how different colors signify distinct seasons—from the penitence of purple to the joy of white and gold. Plus, learn how the system of weekly readings is meticulously designed to guide the faithful through most of the Bible's narrative over time.

Whether you're new to the liturgy or looking for a deeper appreciation of the Church's rhythm, this discussion illuminates the beautiful, structured way Christians reflect on scripture and the life of Christ throughout the year.

In This Episode:

• The significance of Christ the King Sunday.

• The meaning behind liturgical colors (purple, white, green, etc.).

• How the lectionary ensures a broad reading of the Bible.

Tune in and explore the sacred order of the calendar!

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We recently had the immense pleasure of hosting an insightful interview with the Reverend Dr. Casey Sigmund, a dynamic leader whose work is reigniting passion in ministry. Dr. Sigmund currently serves at St. Paul's School of Theology and is the visionary behind the Pause Play Center for Preachers. 

The conversation explored various aspects of preaching, including creative approaches, the importance of presence and energy, and the evolution of preaching in the digital age, with participants sharing personal experiences and insights about sermon preparation and delivery. 

Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pauseplaycenter

Find Caey's book here: Engaging the Gadfly: Reflective Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Preaching in a Digital Age 

Find the Pause/Play Center Website: https://www.pauseplaycenter.com

Don't miss our latest conversation with Reverend Joe Graves, a United Methodist pastor and church planter!

Joe shares his incredibly personal and practical experiences, diving into:

• ⛪️ His journey as part of a clergy couple and the realities of balancing leadership and family life in ministry.
• 🤝 The vital, but often complicated, relationship between parent churches and their plants, and why mutual support is non-negotiable.
• 💡 The critical difference between a contextual approach to church revitalization and the urgent need for new church starts in a changing landscape.
• He also shares a little bit about His book The Progressive Planter: A Handbook for Ecclesial Entrepreneurs
• From the complexities of existing church buildings to the energy of new beginnings, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of the church.

Tune in now for a powerful and honest look at church planting, partnership, and the path forward!

Find out more about Joe and the work he is doing here: https://www.joegraves.org/

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How often do we truly listen to understand instead of just waiting for our turn to speak? 🤔

Join Zach and Matt as they dive deep into the challenges of building meaningful connections and genuine communication in today's fast-paced world.

In this powerful conversation, they tackle:

• The difference between listening to respond versus listening to truly hear someone.
• The critical importance of active listening and setting aside immediate judgment.
• Creating safe spaces for vulnerability, especially around tough topics like masculinity.
• Learning to simply see and hear people for who they are, rather than jumping in to "fix" them.
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This episode is a must-watch if you're looking to deepen your relationships and become a better listener.

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The Bearded Theologians were honored to host Chris Wilterdink who is the Executive Director, Congregational Vitality & Intentional Discipleship; Director, Young People’s Ministries for The United Methodist Church. We explored a few things about discipleship.

Plus, learn about resources for young people at UMCYoungpeople.org.

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This week we sat down and talked about humility.

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The Bearded Theologians welcomed back Rev. Justin Coleman to discuss his work as Senior Pastor and his insights on the Wesleyan Quadrilateral, which he explored through personal experiences and spiritual practices. Justin shared his journey with Ignatian spiritual exercises and emphasized the importance of balancing scriptural, traditional, and experiential approaches in modern Methodist spirituality.

You can find his article that we reference here: https://tinyurl.com/5bhttww7

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This week Matt and Zach caught up with Rev. Matt Rawle (https://www.mattrawle.com/) to check in on how things are going.

Matt and Zach sat down with Rev. Kellen Roggenbuck who is the Executive Director of NextGen Ministries at Wisconsin Conference United Methodist Church. Kellen has a new book out called Called Out: Discerning God's Plan for Your Church and the Beards talked about the book and a few other things. Check it out.

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In this episode of the show, Zach and Matt dive deep into the first psalm, Psalm 1. They explore the psalm's central themes of righteousness and wickedness, discussing its structure and balance between lament and celebration. The hosts also draw connections between the psalm's imagery and biblical creation narratives, specifically from Genesis 1 and 2.

Zach and Matt highlight the significance of being "planted by a stream of water" and how this imagery relates to God's intimate knowledge of the righteous. They also touch on the psalm's importance in setting the tone for the entire Book of Psalms and its relevance to understanding God's love and grace in various life situations. Join them as they unpack the meaning and enduring relevance of this foundational text.

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