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In this episode of Dear Church, Chris McCurley sits down with Dr. Steve Cloer to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and calling of urban ministry. Dr. Cloer serves as an Associate Professor of Ministry at Harding School of Theology, where he directs the Doctor of Ministry program and the Center for Church and City Engagement. His work focuses on helping congregations understand and participate in God's mission within urban contexts.
Before transitioning to full-time teaching, Steve preached for 15 years at the historic Southside Church of Christ in Fort Worth, living and ministering in the heart of the city. His experience in diverse neighborhoods fuels his passion for racial reconciliation, community presence, and equipping churches to engage the city with wisdom and humility.
This conversation explores what urban ministry looks like, why cities matter for the Kingdom, and how congregations can faithfully serve their communities.
https://www.harding.edu/hst/church-city-engagement/
https://centerforchurchandcity.substack.com
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Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].
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In this episode of Dear Church, Chris McCurley sits down with Dr. Steve Cloer to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and calling of urban ministry. Dr. Cloer serves as an Associate Professor of Ministry at Harding School of Theology, where he directs the Doctor of Ministry program and the Center for Church and City Engagement. His work focuses on helping congregations understand and participate in God's mission within urban contexts.
Before transitioning to full-time teaching, Steve preached for 15 years at the historic Southside Church of Christ in Fort Worth, living and ministering in the heart of the city. His experience in diverse neighborhoods fuels his passion for racial reconciliation, community presence, and equipping churches to engage the city with wisdom and humility.
This conversation explores what urban ministry looks like, why cities matter for the Kingdom, and how congregations can faithfully serve their communities.
https://www.harding.edu/hst/church-city-engagement/
https://centerforchurchandcity.substack.com
Connect with Us:
Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].
#DearChurchPodcast #SpiritualWarfare #FaithInAction #ChristianLiving #RippleOfLight #ChurchOfChrist #ChristianPodcast #ArmorOfGod #FaithOverFear #SpiritualBattle

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