In this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to his buddy Rob Reeves, a volunteer youth mentor who worked with J.P. at a former church. Rob talks about his long journey to Jesus by saying, “I came to the cross kicking and screaming.” He talks about some deep disappointment in a church experience yet demonstrates how that same church has been a source of incredible strength and faithfulness in his life.

In this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to some beloved mentors, William and Alwanda Carothers. They discuss racism, hypocrisy, the importance of saying “I’m sorry”, how serving facilitates healing, and why sticking around is worth it.

In this episode, J.P. and Drue take a break from interviews to process this big question, “What is church?” If church is not building focused but relational focused, when does someone become church? As many pursue more organic and less traditional ways of doing Christian community, what can we learn?

In this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to a long time friend and mentor, Beth Stafford. They discuss the pain of church splits and the transformative power of relational hospitality.

In this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to some of his beloved mentors, Tommy and Becky Holland. They discuss the challenges of walking with others through deep pain, power plays, hypocrisy, belonging, kingdom identity, and the beauty of multi-ethnic churches.

Drue and J.P. explore how churches with thick cultures create social capital which helps everyone, not just the church herself. Then, they discuss how realistic expectations of "hard stuff in church" actually leads to growth. Finally, they offer four questions to ask when choosing a church.

Drue and J.P. discuss the unique expressions of beauty found in local churches. They explore the impact of open, weekly gatherings, intergenerational community, ethical accountability, and transnational identity.

Drue and J.P. discuss the cloud of suspicion and distrust around church. The path towards renewal must begin with repentance and confession of sin. 

Join J.P. Conway and Drue Clark as we process both the brokenness and beauty of church life. New episodes coming in January.