In this episode of The Table Podcast, Kasey Olander sits down with DTS alumni Ciaran and June Loughran to explore the shifting landscape of Christianity in Ireland. The Loughrans share their journey from working as engineers to planting Living Hope Church, discussing the unique opportunities of leading a highly multicultural congregation in a post-religious society. Listen in for their insights on maintaining cultural flexibility, keeping the Gospel central, and building trust through authentic pastoral leadership. 

Time codes:  

01:53  Ciaran’s journey  

05:46  June’s story 

08:07  A leap of faith: Leaving engineering for Dallas Theological Seminary  

15:20  The religious history, geography, and demographics of Ireland  

25:39  The “New Irish” and pastoring a growing multicultural church  

34:10  Navigating cultural expectations, dress, and pastoral titles  

42:04  Building trust in a post-religious society through authentic leadership  

47:18  Final encouragements 

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