Real Bible Rob: Affirming Christianity Podcast Real Bible Rob - Inclusive Christianity Discussions Real Bible Rob | PCUSA Ministry Insights
Exploring Bible interpretation and modern Christian faith, I am a Presbyterian USA minister who interprets the Bible in all of its messy and varied voices. I teach and preach spiritual growth to people who want an open and affirming Christianity. My social media tagline is "People say lots of things about the Bible that aren't really there."
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Real Bible Rob: Affirming Christianity Podcast Real Bible Rob - Inclusive Christianity Discussions Real Bible Rob | PCUSA Ministry Insights
The Future of the Emergent Church: Hope and Challenges in Inclusive Christianity
In this episode, we explore the trajectory of the Emergent Church movement within modern Christian faith, examining its promises, challenges, and ongoing relevance. As an affirming Christianity and PCUSA ministry perspective, we discuss influential voices like Diana Butler Bass, Brian McLaren, and Phyllis Tickle, alongside the rise of patriarchal movements and the contrasting growth of inclusive Christian traditions such as the Eastern Orthodox and Episcopal churches. We reflect on the socio-political factors like Trumpism that have affected church dynamics and consider whether a truly inclusive and affirming emergent church can thrive in today's religious landscape. Join us as we navigate the complex intersections of Bible interpretation, modern faith, and the quest for an inclusive Christianity.
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Reference:
"The Great Emergence: How Christianity is Changing and Why" by Phyllis Tickle, 2012.
The Great Reformation
The Great Emergence
Quadrilateral
Liturgists - Cath, EO
Social Justice Christians - PC, UMC, UCC
Renewalists - Charismatics
Conservatives - Fundamentalists
Outer Ring - Traditionalists
Next Ring - Re-traditioning
Next inner - Progressives
Inner Ring - Hyphenateds