Polity Matters

A podcast on the foundations of Presbyterian Church government. Hosted by Scott Edburg, Jared Nelson, and Ben Ratliff.

Podcasting since 2023 • 143 episodes

Polity Matters

Latest Episodes

141. Nostalgic in the Least (BCO 63)

It is the end. Good bye.

August 18, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 82 • 21:15

140. Very Opposites (BCO 62)

Discussion of the seven sections of BCO 62 on Days of Fasting and Thanksgiving.

August 04, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 81 • 27:11

139. Scott, Take Care of It (BCO 61)

Ben, Jared, and Scott walk through Chapter 61 of the PCA Book of Church Order ("The Burial of the Dead"), discussing the theology and practicalities of conducting funerals and graveside services. They cover how to balance worshipping God with c...

July 21, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 80 • 30:30

138. It’s Probably Our Fault (BCO 60)

Ben, Jared, and Scott discuss BCO 60 on the visitation of the sick.

July 07, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 79 • 31:46

137. Box of Chocolates Effect (GA Debrief)

Ben welcomes Fred Greco, Steve Tipton, and first-time commissioner RE Jonah Cleveland to debrief after the 53rd PCA General Assembly.

June 30, 2026 • Season 3 • Episode 19 • 56:01

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