What the Hell is a Pastor?

What the Hell is a Pastor?

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What the Hell is a Pastor? episodes

  • What the Hell is a Deacon?

    CN: We have a brief, non-detailed discussion of preventing child sexual abuse in churches beginning at 22:00 and ending at 27:45.


    In which Janet joins Ethan and Jo to discuss her ministry, her church, and what it is that deacons are called to. 

    Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title.

    WHAT THE HELL IS A PASTOR HAS MERCH!

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    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/
    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.
    Want to reach out? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    55 min
  • Minisode 127: Conversations with the Gospels

    In which Tower Shaker joins John Westley and the Dude to talk preaching challenging texts. 

    Find Rabbi Mike on Twitter @RabbiHarvey and buy his book, Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians, on Barnes and Noble here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lets-talk-michael-e-harvey/1140892035

    Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title.

    Interested in catching up on our previous episodes with Rabbi Mike? They are:

    Resonances: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Resonances-with-Rabbi-Mike-Harvey-e135ai2
    Right on Time: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Right-on-Time-e1buu43
    Lost in Translation: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Bonus-Episode-Lost-in-Translation-e1c1ik1
    Room for Discussion: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Room-for-Discussion-e1lleoi

    WE HAVE MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/

    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Have thoughts? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    17 min
  • Room for Discussion

    In which Rabbi Mike Harvey joins Ian and Jo to talk common mistakes Christians make about Judaism, interfaith conversations, and how Christians can respect Jesus' Judaism. Find Rabbi Mike on Twitter @RabbiHarvey and buy his book, Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians, on Barnes and Noble here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lets-talk-michael-e-harvey/1140892035

    Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title.

    Interested in catching up on our previous episodes with Rabbi Mike? They are:

    Resonances: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Resonances-with-Rabbi-Mike-Harvey-e135ai2
    Right on Time: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Right-on-Time-e1buu43
    Lost in Translation: https://anchor.fm/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor/episodes/Bonus-Episode-Lost-in-Translation-e1c1ik1

    WHAT THE HELL IS A PASTOR HAS MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/
    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.
    Want to reach out? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    59 min
  • Minisode 126: Live a Different Kind of Way

    In which Auggie of Flippo joins Spanks and the Dude to talk Christian Nationalism and how to resist it. 

    You can find the podcast episode Auggie mentions here: https://thedigradio.com/podcast/police-w-mariame-kaba-and-geo-maher/

    WE HAVE MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/

    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Have thoughts? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    46 min
  • In a Position of Hope

    In which Dr. Rick Elgendy returns to the podcast to discuss the search for a rector, the search for a professor, and the ins and outs of hiring on both sides of the table. 

    Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title.

    WHAT THE HELL IS A PASTOR HAS MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/
    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.
    Want to reach out? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    1 hr 5 min
  • Minisode 125: United Methodism's Final Girl

    In which Blondie joins Spanks and the Dude to talk horror, Christianity, and survival. 

    WE HAVE MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/

    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Have thoughts? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    25 min
  • The Prototypical Pastor

    In which Drew Ensz joins Ethan and Jo to talk about his ministry journey, including the experience that drew him to full-time ordained ministry and a recent experience that has encouraged him to stay in the fight. 

    Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title.

    WHAT THE HELL IS A PASTOR HAS MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/
    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.
    Want to reach out? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    1 hr 13 min
  • Minisode 124: The Morality of Bob Belcher

    In which a discussion of the Dude's long COVID diagnosis and recent Supreme Court decisions require a palate cleanser. Interested in hearing the fourth and final part of our conversation, concerning the morality of Philip Frond? Head over to our patreon! 

    WE HAVE MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/

    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Have thoughts? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    17 min
  • Minisode 123: Cowardly Liars and Thieves

    In which a discussion of the Dude's long COVID diagnosis and recent Supreme Court decisions spark a conversation about failures of political imagination and courage. It's... not an easy one, friends, so skip as needed, or plan time for our palate cleanser, Minisode 124. 

    WE HAVE MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/

    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Have thoughts? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.


    50 min
  • Translating Experiences of Belonging

    In which Ophelia Hu Kinney joins Jo to talk about her journey in faith, learning the ins and outs of the UMC, and navigating realities as queer people. You can find Ophelia on instagram @opxihk, learn more about Reconciling Ministries Network at rmnetwork.org, and find her devotion at https://www.ourbibleapp.com/new-blog/ophelia-hu-kinney. 

    Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title.

    The content Ophelia recommended in the episode is "Murmurations: How to be Accountable With Your Words" by Adrienne Maree Brown in Yes! Magazine and the post, "a beautiful moment in your past is not a reason to stay in the ruins of your present," by @joyvetterlein. 

    WHAT THE HELL IS A PASTOR HAS MERCH!

    https://www.bonfire.com/what-the-hell-is-a-pastor-theme-tee/
    https://www.bonfire.com/wthiap-the-void/
    Excited about WTHIAP OTR (What the Hell is a Pastor on the Road)? Support us over on Patreon to make that dream a reality: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.
    Want to reach out? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    1 hr 2 min

About What the Hell is a Pastor?

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Two current and former young pastors in small town ministry sit down each week to talk about the ups and downs of their jobs as they try to figure out what the hell it is they're supposed to be doing.…