What's Good?

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the fifth and final  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This final conversation is  with CBF's Young Adult Ministries Manager, Colin Kroll, where we discuss "Why Calling Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the fourth  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This fourth conversation is  with CBF's Congregational Advocacy Manager, Sharon Felton, where we discuss "Why Advocacy Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the third  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This third conversation is  with CBF's Director of Ministerial Transitions, Jay Kieve, where we discuss "Why Biblical Literacy Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the second  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This second conversation is  with CBF's Young Baptist Event Specialist, Alishs Seruyange where we discuss "Why Gathering Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the first question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This first conversation is  with CBF's Coordinator of Global Missions, Laura Ayala as we discuss "Why Service Matters?"

Genesis Be is a powerhouse voice in the fight for racial justice, including reconciliation work in her home state of Mississippi. She speaks with a powerful voice but listens and builds bridges even more so.

Beyond that work, she is a creator of beautiful things from her hip-hop albums, children's book, spoken word poetry, painting, and whatever else she sets her mind to! She has a unique gift to prophetically challenge the wrongs in this world while also reminding us of what's good in it too! 

Judge Dunston is driven by deep principles inspired by her family and her faith.  She is a remarkable steward of our communities through the justice work she has given her life to. Learn more about Judge Ashleigh and her values.

Ministry Incubator founder, among other various glorious titles, Mark DeVries is no stranger to many in youth ministry. He cares deeply for young people and the church. That has carried over into his work with young adults and ministry incubation. 

Learn more about Mark's current work with Ministry Incubators, his book we discuss in the podcast, Sustainable Youth Ministry, and the article I wrote that caused me to jump on this episode with Mark.

Dr. Amy Hinkelman, my Campbell University colleague, joins me to talk about COVID, and its ups and downs. She's not into predicting what COVID will do next, but rather ways that we can be smart and faithful as we care for the most vulnerable, our neighbors and ourselves. She also gives a glimpse into who she is and found her way into this work.  Learn more about Amy and how to reach her at her university bio. 

It is easy to leave one chapter of our life behind and discount it, even apologize for it. It is much harder but far healthier to give thanks for lessons learned and growth, while also recognizing where there was hurt or even toxicity. Aaron talks about these experiences in his own life as well as why his new projects are so personal and life-giving. Lest you think it is all about him, wait until you hear about the retreat he's put together for spiritual leaders wrestling with their own spiritual well-being. 

His two most recent projects we talk about during the episode are A New Liturgy No 9: The Beatitudes, and the upcoming Pastors, Priests, and Guides retreat. For more from Aaron, check out his website.