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American Reformation
We believe the American church needs reformation. To go forward we must go back. This podcast will explore the theology and practices of the early church and other eras of discipleship multiplication and apply those learnings to our post-Christian/secular American culture. American Reformation is a podcast of the Unite Leadership Collective. Follow us at uniteleadership.org. We consult, bring together cohorts of congregations for peer to peer learning, and certify leaders for work in the church and world.
Episodes
121 episodes
Breaking Down Barriers in Modern Christianity with Lee Jackson
Hit the play button for a thought-provoking journey as we sit down with Lee Jackson, co-founder of Distinctly His Ministries. Together, we unravel the pressing need for reformation in American Christianity, highlighting the transformative power...
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Episode 107
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Unity Across Denominations + Walking in the Kingdom of God with Pastor Mike Gowans
What happens when believers unify in love and purpose? Pastor Mike Gowans from Bethel Church in Chandler, Arizona, joins us on the American Reformation Podcast to answer this profound question. With a heart fervent for discipleship and church p...
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Season 2
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Episode 106
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58:02
Infiltrating Society with Love and Truth with Rachel Grack
In this conversation, Tim Ahlman interviews Rachel Grack, a writer and editor, about the power of the written word and the role of storytelling. They discuss the need for reformation in the American Christian Church and the importance of infilt...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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45:09
Is Church a Safe Place for Trauma Survivors? with Dr. Janyne McConnaughey
Have you ever wondered how trauma impacts faith and spiritual practices? On this episode of the American Reformation Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Janyne McConnaughey, a trauma survivor and renowned expert in neuroscience and trauma edu...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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1:06:03
From Stress to Support: Reimagining Church Leadership with Kirk Triplett
Have you ever wondered how to navigate the pressures of pastoral ministry without losing your sense of self? Join us on this enlightening episode of the American Reformation Podcast as we chat with Kirk Triplett, the voice behind the
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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54:44
What's Happening in Our World!? Rev. Dr. Gary Kinnaman on How the Church can be the Church!
What if the challenges we face today are the catalyst for a profound reformation in the church? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Reverend Dr. Gary Kinnaman, who brings over half a century of ministry experience to examine the impac...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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54:48
A Healing Generation: Timothy Fote on Spiritual and Mental Health
What happens when an educator transitions from a routine-oriented teaching environment in Decatur, Illinois, to a respect-driven, relational ministry in Phoenix, Arizona? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Timothy Fote from Va...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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43:21
A Pastor's Journey from Party Life to Church Planting with Pastor Ethan Matott
What if the key to church reformation lies in embracing simplicity and a missional mindset? Pastor Ethan Matott from Red Rocks Church in Austin joins us to discuss this radical idea and more on the American Reformation Podcast. Ethan shar...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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59:45
Generational Discipleship and Mental Health with Charessa Koontz
Today, We're joined by Charessa Koontz, a seasoned director of Christian education, who reveals her fervent prayers for reformation. Charessa dives into the essence of our baptismal identity and the significance of communal bonds, urging a reco...
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Episode 99
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1:00:54
Missions for Everyone: A Missionary's Perspective on Gospel Advancement with David Chakranarayan
**Disclaimer: Due to the sensitivity of work happening among persecuted communities, stats or data/numbers should not be posted/shared on social media or anywhere online. For this reason, some parts of this episode have been edited.Curi...
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Episode 98
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47:17
The Church in a Changing World: Insights from Australian Pastor Joshua Pfeiffer on American Christianity
What if the church could retain its mission and identity amidst the ever-changing social and political tides? Join us as we welcome Joshua Pfeiffer, PhD candidate at Concordia Seminary and an Australian pastor, who offers a profound perspective...
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Episode 97
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1:02:11
Preaching as Poetry with Rev. Steve Zank
Discover how to navigate the delicate balance between legalism and flexibility in worship practices with Reverend Steve Zank, Director of the Center for Worship Leadership at Concordia University, Irvine. Steve shares his profound insights on m...
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Episode 96
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1:05:07
Shifting the Titanic: Joyful Church Revitalization with Pastor Jeremy Jacoby
Ever wondered how a seasoned pastor reinvigorates hope in struggling churches? Join us on the American Reformation podcast as we welcome Pastor Jeremy Jacoby, a trailblazer in church planting and revitalization. Pastor Jeremy opens up about his...
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Season 2
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Episode 95
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56:09
Cross-Cultural Ministry and Adaptive Leadership with Walker Nery: Embracing Diversity and Overcoming Adversity
What happens when you blend adaptive leadership with intercultural ministry? In our latest episode, we sit down with Vicar Nery to uncover the secrets to thriving in diverse cultural landscapes without losing theological integrity. Drawing from...
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Episode 94
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52:53
Faith, Film, and the Future: Art's Role in Modern Evangelism with Todd Freeman
How can the power of art transform the Christian Reformation? Join us for a compelling conversation with the talented Todd Freeman, a masterful screenwriter, producer, and director, who offers a fresh perspective on leveraging filmmaking to com...
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Season 2
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Episode 93
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56:12
Power of Grace: From Mormon to Lutheran with Ryan Barlow
Ryan Barlow's journey from Mormonism to Lutheranism is a story that pulses with the transformative power of grace. As he shares his personal odyssey on our podcast, we witness the trials and triumphs of embracing a new faith tradition, and the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 92
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55:22
Igniting the Next Generation: Mobilizing College Students for a Modern Reformation with Brian Smith Sr
I do ministry in a denomination that struggles to engage college students and young adults. If you’re listening and you’re an LCMS Lutheran I pray you have an open heart to the Hope Church story. We have much to learn from our brothers and s...
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Season 2
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Episode 91
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57:44
A Call to Action for Dynamic Youth Ministry Leadership with Daniel Meyer
Join me as I welcome my dear friend and Concordia, Nebraska alumnus, Daniel, to explore the transformative power of worship and its lasting impact on our ministry work. We take a nostalgic trip back to our college days, where we spearheaded a c...
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Episode 90
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58:34
Why Do We Sometimes "Hush" the Holy Spirit? with Pastor Mark Surburg
Embark on a profound exploration of the Holy Spirit's transformative power as Pastor Mark Surburg joins me to illuminate its pivotal role from the early church in Acts to contemporary American Christianity. Our dialogue begins to unravel the my...
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Season 2
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Episode 89
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47:53
Transformative Love and the Church's Engagement with the LGBTQ Community with Rev. Mark Schulz
When Reverend Mark Schulz joins us, we open our hearts to a conversation where deep-rooted beliefs confront modern challenges. Together, we examine what it means for the American Christian church to be truly impactful in today's society....
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1:00:51
Reviving the Missio Dei in Today's Digital Faith Landscape with Rev. John Koczman
When the soul craves a deeper, more meaningful connection with its faith, where does one turn? This week, my father-in-law, Reverend John Koczman, joins me for an earnest conversation that goes to the heart of the American Christian church's ne...
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Season 2
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Episode 86
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44:30
Success Redefined - Unity is Key with Stella Yau Lok
Join Stella Yau and me as we traverse the landscape of an American church in the throes of reformation, where the confines of worship expand into the vibrancy of community engagement. Stella shares her profound journey from intercultural minist...
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Season 2
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Episode 85
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55:11
Spirit, Truth, and the Quest for Unity with Rev. Dr. Andrew Jackson
Embark on an intellectual pilgrimage with the esteemed Reverend Dr. Andrew Jackson as we dissect the delicate interplay of the Holy Spirit and profound scriptural truths that are steering today's church reformation. Our exchange delves into the...
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Season 2
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Episode 84
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1:05:38
"Reclaiming the Joy of Ministry" with Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman
Imagine the transformation that could unfold within the American Christian Church if unity prevailed. Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman joins me to shed light on this pressing issue, emphasizing the potential for the Church to exemplify Christ's l...
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Season 2
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Episode 87
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48:48
Revitalizing the American Church: Must Listen Conversation with Peyton Jones
Embark on a transformative expedition with church planting luminary Peyton Jones as we uncover the bedrock principles necessary for a modern-day spiritual awakening within the American Christian Church. In a world where the definition of church...
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Season 2
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Episode 83
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49:03