Watercooler Christianity

In this episode we are joined by Amie Stewart, Associate Director of Ministerial Relations, to talk about “The Office.” Sit with us while we discuss friendship, awkward conversations, accountability, our life of faith, and “The World’s Best Boss,” Michael Scott.

Laura and Aaron discuss “Captain Marvel,” the importance of friendship, empathy, and the power of changing your mind.

In this episode, Aaron and Laura are joined by Tobi Nguyen, Pastor of Nurture and Discipleship at University UMC in Chapel Hill, NC to discuss the Netflix show “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo,” cleaning up, organization, and grace in the messiness of life.

Aaron and Laura chat with Nathan Wittman, Pastor of Saint James UMC in Tarboro, and Superman enthusiast. Reporting from the phone booth, (in hopes of spotting Superman in action) they discuss Superman’s similarities to Moses, as well as what it means to hope in something bigger than ourselves. Find out what our friend Clark Kent has to teach us about our life of faith and discipleship.

In this episode, Adam Baker, Associate Pastor at Wesley Memorial UMC in Wilmington, NC and co-host of the podcast, “Instructions For Living a Life,” joins Aaron and Laura to discuss the newest Netflix hit, “Bird Box,” and it’s intersections with our Christian faith. Topics include parenting, mental health, the church as a welcoming community, and baptism.

Laura and Aaron discuss secular Christmas movies and how they relate to the Christmas story. They discuss consumerism, Santa Christmas, Advent, and the joys of family Christmas traditions.

Laura and Aaron sit down with pastor and Raleigh Beer & Hymns founder Claire Clyburn. They discuss inclusion, sacred and secular music, alcohol, and finding community outside the walls of the church.

In this episode, Aaron interviews pastor and athlete Fede Apecena. Their conversation explores food, community, belonging, and the connection of fitness & faith.