Ecotones are unique third spaces in between two starkly different environments. Our lives also have these transitional spaces, and they can be unique places of growth and possibility.

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

We are part of a web of relationships, connections, resources, and wisdom. We're not meant to handle many things by ourselves. This episode discusses the web metaphor used in my new book.

The Unintentional Interim: Ministry in Times of Transition

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

There are no shortcuts to the creative process. This episode reflects on the importance of starting, the value of first drafts, and overcoming writer's block.

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

In honor of May the Fourth, I re-present a prior episode of the podcast that reflects on some theological implications of the Star Wars franchise.

Episode 11: A Theology of Star Wars

Episode 12: A Theology of Star Wars, Part 2

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

An introduction to and reading from my new book, The Unintentional Interim: Ministry in Times of Transition.

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Giving a second life to what I thought at the time was not my best Easter sermon. When I re-preached it for this episode, I don't know why I thought that.

Mark 16:1-8

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

The physical items that we collect can help tell the story of our lives and identity.

High Fidelity by Nick Hornby

High Fidelity (movie)

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Brief introductions and readings from my three most recent books, including a preview of my newest, which releases this month.

Episode 61: All My Books, Part 1

Episode 62: All My Books, Part 2

Four Weeks: Reflections for Advent

Mirrobius: A Novel

The Unintentional Interim: Ministry in Times of Transition

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Whenever we go through a time of needing to heal from something, we may do so with the mindset that we need to get back to some former version of life as soon as we can. But this time of healing can bring clarity about who we are, and who our new healed self can and should be as well.

NEW BOOK AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER: The Unintentional Interim

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

A recap of my experience at Cleveland Fan Expo 2025.

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder