Category Archives: Podcast Episodes

We still struggle with some of the same problems as Jesus’ first followers — and some problems they didn’t have to face. In this episode, Rev. David Livingston, lead pastor at Old Mission United Methodist Church in Fairway, Kansas, talks with Todd about his new book, “Getting to Good.” David’s first published book explores seven commonContinue reading “Getting to Good: Interview with Rev. David Livingston”

We kick off recording in our new sound studio with a discussion with Bishop David Wilson. The bishop shares reflections on General Conference, the Great Plains Annual Conference session and the challenges facing delegates at the upcoming South Central Jurisdictional Conference. Download the Episode.

In the conclusion of a five-part series previewing the upcoming United Methodist Church’s General Conference, Rev. Adam Hamilton, lead pastor of the denomination’s largest congregation based in Leawood, Kansas, provides a summary of key issues delegates will address and talks about how his church has thrived amid these uncertain times. Download the episode.

In the fourth of a five-part series, Rev. Amy Lippoldt provides some education and great insights into the global nature of The United Methodist Church. As a member of the Standing Committee on Central Conference Matters, Amy has been exposed to many parts of the worldwide aspects of the church that aren’t easily seen fromContinue reading “General Conference Preview — Rev. Amy Lippoldt”

In the third of a five-episode series previewing General Conference of The United Methodist Church, Rev. David Livingston shares his thoughts on three widely known priorities for progressives and centrists, as well as some details from his travels to the African continent to meet with delegates there. Download the episode.

Our five-episode series previewing General Conference of The United Methodist Church continues with Lisa Maupin, the lay leader of the Great Plains Annual Conference. In this discussion, Lisa shares her reflections on what have become known as the “3 R’s” and shares other insights on topics surrounding the General Conference, scheduled for April 23 toContinue reading “General Conference Preview — Lisa Maupin”

The first in a five-episode series on the upcoming General Conference of The United Methodist Church features Rev. Dr. Mark Holland, the co-founder of Mainstream UMC. He kicks off the series by explaining three priorities his organization has set for the conference, which starts April 23, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina.  The priorities are regionalization,Continue reading “General Conference Preview — Rev. Dr. Mark Holland”

Our short series on lessons from the ark begins in earnest with looking at our need for spiritual strength when the storms of life arise. And that means we have to prepare. In this and the remaining episodes about the ark, we have a special guest, Rev. Dr. Richard Randolph, a United Methodist pastor andContinue reading “The Ark: Building Our Spiritual Strength”