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Faith RevisitedS6:Ep1 Grace Rediscovered: Ben's Book is Here!In this special episode of Faith Revisited, Molly and Ben delve into the transformative power of faith and recovery. As Ben celebrates the publication of his new book, "Grace Rediscovered: Finding Hope and Healing Through Faith and Recovery," he shares his personal journey of overcoming challenges and embracing grace in everyday moments.
Buy Ben's book here: https://amzn.to/4gPHci9
2025-01-1004 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep 9 Reflections on 2024Welcome to this week's episode of the Faith Revisited podcast with Ben and Molly. As the year 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the amazing journey our church has had and the exciting developments in the United Methodist Church, which has embraced full inclusivity. We share our personal milestones, including Ben's book release and Molly's new devotional project, "Living the Word," which aims to foster spiritual growth and connection.
Join us as we discuss the challenges and triumphs of the past year, including adapting to life's changes and finding balance. Molly reveals her plans for a...2024-12-2311 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep8 Revival at Asbury: A Generation Awakened with Rev Dr Sarah Thomas BaldwinIn this episode of the Faith Revisited podcast, host Ben interviews Reverend Dr. Sarah Thomas Baldwin, the Vice President of Student Life at Asbury University. They delve into Sarah's new book, Generation Awaken, which chronicles the extraordinary outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Asbury University in February 2023.
Sarah shares her firsthand experiences of the event, recounting how a typical chapel service turned into a weeks-long revival that drew thousands of people. She discusses the profound impact on the students, the community, and her own spiritual journey. The conversation also explores broader themes of faith, authenticity, and the...2024-09-1228 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep7 Mid-Summer Reflections: Church Leadership, Personal Milestones, and Methodist UpdatesWelcome to this week's episode of the Faith Revisited podcast with Ben and Molly! As we check in midway through the summer, we discuss the scorching heat, personal updates, and what's happening in our church community.
Ben dives into the recent changes within the United Methodist Church, particularly focusing on jurisdictional conferences and the election of new bishops. We explore how these changes affect our local conference in Georgia and the exciting appointment of a new bishop (to us)!
On a more personal note, Ben shares his thrilling news about his upcoming book publication. He...2024-07-1821 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep6 God's Love Split: Exploring Faith and DivisionIn this week's episode of the Faith Revisited podcast, Ben conducts an interview with Paloma Holub and Mekhna George, recent graduates from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). They discuss Paloma's senior thesis documentary, God's Love Split, which delves into the timely and sensitive topic of the split within the United Methodist Church.
Paloma and Mekhna share their personal journeys and the inspiration behind the documentary. They explore how their experiences with faith and community have shaped their perspectives, offering a unique and heartfelt contribution to the ongoing conversation within the church. As the United...2024-06-2825 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep5 The Transformation of the United Methodist ChurchIn this episode of Faith Revisited, we shed light on the recent metamorphosis of the United Methodist Church. Ben narrates the chronicle of General Conference and the profound shifts in the institution's perspective and approach towards acceptance, inclusion, and equality.
Our discussion delves into the compelling challenges and abundant opportunities that our denomination grapples with as it continually evolves in today's society. We ponder on significant changes in the discipline, including the elimination of discriminatory language against LGBTQ+ individuals and reverting to the pre-1972 Methodist ethos of acceptance and love for all.
Join us on...2024-05-0928 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep4 Small Group Ministry Makeover: Interview with Adam ErlichmanSmall groups are a cornerstone of many faith communities, but is your group feeling a little stale? Are you looking for fresh ideas to foster deeper connections and growth?
In this episode, we chat with Adam Erlichman, author of the new book “Group Leader Training Course Workbook“. He challenges the status quo and offer practical strategies for reinvigorating your small group ministry. We discuss:
The changing landscape of small groups and how to adapt.
Creative formats and activities to engage a wider audience.
Building authentic relationships within the group to help grow disciples
And much more!
Whet...2024-03-2125 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep3 Exploring Prayer and Spiritual Growth in LentBen and Molly discuss their personal experiences and emotions throughout the period of Lent. Keeping the discussion candid and relatable, they share the importance of garnering more quiet and reflective moments for spiritual introspection.
The hosts also delve into the topic of prayer life. They share their personal experiences and methods of praying, emphasizing the role that prayer plays in believers' lives. From conversational prayers to prayer journals, they discuss various ways to incorporate prayer into daily living.
The episode continues with the hosts sharing their thoughts on discernment in decision making. They unpack the...2024-02-2916 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep2 Sustainable GrowthBen and Molly have a conversation around how we can grow in healthy and sustainable ways. Recognizing what's important and where to spend valuable time. We also reflect on how we have grown from when we first launched this podcast and was very much interested in the "hustle" and a "high achieving" life is almost opposite of where we are now. We hope you enjoy this episode!
Important Links::
Ben's Coaching
Ben Substack
Molly Substack
2024-01-2522 min
Faith RevisitedS5:Ep1 A New Year, Musings & ReflectionsJoin Ben and Molly this week as we talk about the new year and reflect on topics including goal setting, intentions, and how we have shifted on our views surrounding these once beloved topics.
Books mentioned in the podcast are:
Mastery by George Leonard, Falling Upwards by Richard Rohr and Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman.
Thank you all for listening and we look forward to bringing you more Faith Revisited episodes in 2024!
Ben's Substack
Molly's Substack
2024-01-1122 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep17 Real TalkNothing like trying to pull yourself together then hitting record on a podcast episode... This podcast episode is a little different, Molly had an experience on a trip that she needed to talk through and gain some insight from Ben on how it was handled, what to say in the moment and also reflections afterwards. This conversation is unedited, off the cuff, talking through tears at times, holding it together at other times. We hope you enjoy a peek into a real conversation between friends.
2023-12-1432 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep15 Embracing the Shadow: The Essential Journey Through GriefIn this episode, we’re getting real about grief—a thing we all face but don’t talk about enough. “Embracing the Shadow” is all about the rollercoaster of feelings that come with loss, and why it’s super important to let ourselves feel all of it. We’ll share some personal stories and chat about how we can be there for ourselves and others who are going through tough times. Whether you’re dealing with grief yourself or helping someone else through it, this episode is about finding light in the darkest times and the healing that comes when we face our2023-10-0524 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep14 Downtown Church DynamicsVenture into the heart of Savannah, GA, as Ben and Molly explore the distinctive challenges and rewards of operating a church in a downtown urban setting. From logistical hurdles like parking to forging deep community ties, this episode offers an intimate glimpse into the day-to-day realities of a downtown church, specifically Trinity United Methodist. We share captivating stories of resilience, adaptation, and the innovative ways in which the church has embraced its neighbors and unconventional neighborhood. For anyone curious about the intersection of faith, community, and city life, this episode illuminates the dance of spiritual work amidst urban rhythm.2023-09-2829 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep13 The State of Christian Publishing with Len WilsonDive deep into the evolving world of Christian publishing in this episode featuring Len Wilson, Executive Director of Invite Resources and Publisher of Invite Press. We discuss the current state of the industry, weighing the pros and cons of authors self-publishing versus collaborating with traditional publishers. Discover what today's publishers are truly seeking and gather invaluable advice for unpublished authors striving to make their mark. Our returning special guest, Len Wilson, brings unique insights from his journey in the world of Christian literature and shares about this innovative publishing venture, Invite Resources. Whether you're an aspiring author or an...2023-09-1438 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep12 MLK I Have a Dream 60th Anniversary InterviewBen interviews Urban Ministries Inc. CEO, Jeffrey Wright and Matthew Daniels, Author of Share The Dream in honor of the 60th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's I Have A Dream Speech. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Faith Revisited Podcast!
Share the Dream™ is a six-session video Bible study based on the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. You will look at six biblical principles that shaped Dr. King’s life and motivated him to speak on behalf of African Americans in the Civil Rights Movement: love, conscience, freed...2023-08-2428 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep11 Adulting Part 2: Self, Spiritual, and WorkTune in as Molly and Ben embark on a journey from the inside out, discussing the evolution of self, the spiritual odyssey of adulthood, and the trials and triumphs of the work world. They share personal anecdotes, shedding light on the moments they've grown the most, the challenges they've faced in maintaining a spiritual center, and the balance of pursuing purpose in their careers. It's an introspective dive into understanding the core of adulthood in their terms—being at peace with oneself, finding spiritual grounding, and carving out a meaningful professional path.
2023-08-1729 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep10 Adulting Part 1: Family, Marriage, and FriendshipsIn this episode, Molly and Ben delve deep into the intricacies of the relationships that define our lives: family, marriage, and friendships. From moments they felt like bona fide "adults" to the unexpected lessons that these relationships bring, this episode offers a heartfelt exploration of the bonds that challenge, sustain, and grow us. Join these two millennial church leaders as they candidly share stories, reflections, and insights on navigating life's most complex and valuable relationships and how faith influences those journeys.
Stay tuned next episode for Adulting Part 2: Self, Spiritual, and Work.
2023-08-1026 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep9 Centering Our Lives in Prayer with Dr. Brian RussellAs Christians, we believe prayer is an important practice in our spiritual lives. But knowing how to pray is a skill we must learn. Dr. Brian Russell is a professor of theology and spiritual coach and he's written a book about the practice of centering prayer as a pathway to grow deeper in our prayer lives. In this episode, Ben and Brian talk about the role of prayer, how to pray in different, more contemplative ways, and how this practice can shape us in deep ways as people of faith.
Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is a...2023-07-2732 min
Faith RevisitedS4Ep8: The Secret Power of Kindness with Greg AtkinsonBestselling Author, speaker and pastor Greg Atkinson joins Ben to discuss his new book and the important lessons of The Secret Power of Kindness. Each chapter of The Secret Power of Kindness is dedicated to different key of kindness to unlock. Beginning with forgiveness and followed by generosity, composure, acceptance, rest, wisdom,
empathy, patience, love, and unity.
"Kindness unlocks kindness and kindness is contagious."
We hope you enjoy Ben and Greg's discussion on the importance of kindness and hope for the future.
Greg has a free Kindness devotional on the YouVersion App...2023-07-1327 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep7 Why Stay: Research on Marginalized Voices in the UMCBen interviews Nancy Malcom and AJ Ramierez, two UMC lay people and academic researchers who are studying why people are staying in the UMC in spite of the struggles to include LGBT+ persons. They have spent the last year interviewing LGBT+ persons and allys trying to flesh out why people want to remain in the UMC despite our impending denominational split. They give voice to voices who have been largely left out of most UMC discussions about denominational divisions. You will definitely want to hear more about their work and their passion for making the UMC a more inclusive...2023-05-2533 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep6 Survival, Warfighting and Peacemaking with Greg MunckJoin us as we discuss how Greg Munck overcame a hard dealt hand and turned it into a life of service and honor for God. Greg and Molly talk about his new book being released this week, The Guide: Survival, Warfighting and Peacemaking. From an unstable childhood, to his military service and lasting effects after coming home from War, his relationship with God prevails and gives him purpose.
Greg Munck is the Lead Pastor at Crossline Community Church, a Life Coach, Public Speaker, and Founder of The Guide Soldier Foundation. Greg is a USMC combat-promoted v...2023-05-1135 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep5 The Myth of Church Size with Chad BrooksIn this episode, the Ben interviews Chad Brooks (Writing and Podcasts Linked Here) about the growing myth of church size and the struggles that many churches face in finding their identity in a post-COVID world.
Chad, a pastor and church consultant, shares his insights and experiences on how churches can overcome these challenges and find new ways to do ministry in a rapidly changing world.
Chad challenges the common assumption that bigger is always better when it comes to churches. He suggests that church size can be a myth that distracts churches from focusing on...2023-04-2744 min
Faith RevisitedS4Ep4: Is Artificial Intelligence Taking Over The Church?Ben and Molly have a fun talk about ChatGPT and other Artificial Intelligence platforms. Is AI taking over the church? What are ways you can utilize it? More importantly, how can you use technology to create more space for the things that truly matter. We hope you enjoy!
Open AI - Chat GPT
Covered In The Masters Dust Blog
2023-04-1323 min
Faith RevisitedS4:Ep3 The Power of Recovery with Jorge AcevedoJoin Ben in his discussion with Jorge Acevedo as they explore the intersection of recovery and ministry and the unique challenges that arise when personal struggles are kept secret within religious communities. They share some of their own stories regarding addiction and recovery, and delve into the ways that ministry can breed secrecy and shame. Whether you're a pastor, a church member, or someone who has been impacted by these issues, this podcast is for you. Together, we'll explore how we can build a more compassionate and supportive faith community that embraces recovery and encourages vulnerability and authenticity.
2023-03-3049 minFaith RevisitedS4Ep2 - Shepherding New Parents in the ChurchToday's episode of Faith Revisited with Ben & Molly is a real time look at life for a new parent as it relates to Church. Molly just celebrated one year of parenting which is the perfect opportunity for her and Ben to reflect on what the year has been like for her faith journey, the worship experience and many tips for Pastors and Church leaders on how to best support young families. We hope you enjoy this conversation!
2023-03-1620 minFaith RevisitedS4Ep1 - Finding Mental Health and Grace with Whitney OwensBen sits down with Whitney Owens who is a licensed professional counselor in Savannah, GA and they talk all about mental and emotional health. They discuss the the benefits of counseling and holdups some pastors can have when thinking about going to therapy. They also touch on United Methodist topics as it relates to Pastors, friends and congregations.
Visit www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com for show notes, to learn more about Whitney Owens and all of the links they discussed in this epsiode!
2023-03-0229 min
Faith RevisitedS3Ep9 - What a Year! And What’s Ahead!2022 flew by but we are still standing and maybe better than ever! We pause to reflect on this past year and what we see ahead for Faith Revisited with Ben and Molly! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our listeners!
2022-12-1416 min
Faith RevisitedS3Ep8 - Pastor Ben’s SabbaticalThanks for joining us this week on Faith Revisited! Trinity UMC has graciously given Rev Dr Ben Gosden (who just completed his doctorate) a sabbatical for the month of July. Ben and Molly chat about the reasoning behind needing to take some time away, his plans during sabbatical and hopes to get out of it. We hope you enjoy!
2022-07-1110 min
Faith RevisitedBoth/And Worship with Jason MooreBen sits down with author Jason Moore to hear more about his new book, Both/And: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences For In-Person and Online Engagement." You can order his book HERE.
In this interview, Ben and Jason spend some time talking about two years of evolution around hybrid worship. They talk about lessons learned from the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic to our present season of returning to in-person worship while trying to maintain online engagement long-term.
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Follow Jason on...2022-03-2146 min
Faith RevisitedS3Ep6: Ben and Molly’s 2022 Personal GoalsAs a followup to discussing Trinity's goals for this year we want to also chat about Ben and Molly's personal goals (or "Team No Goals" Goal in Molly's case) for 2022. This is a great listen if you've already done some personal goal planning, if you haven't thought about it yet and especially for those of you who may already feel discouraged in the new year. Thanks for tuning in!
Show Notes/Items Mentioned
Full Focus Planner
Carey Nieuhof's calendar audit article
2022-01-1923 min
Faith RevisitedS3Ep5: 2022 Church GoalsThanks for joining us for this week's episode of Faith Revisited with Ben and Molly, our shared interests have always been goal setting. As we are freshly into 2022 we want to talk about Trinity specific goals but also how you as a church member can set some goals for your faith this year. We hope you enjoy!
2022-01-0622 min
Faith RevisitedS3Ep4: Do‘s and Don‘ts This Advent SeasonJoin Ben and Molly this week as we check in regarding the 2021 Advent Season and give you some "Do's and Don'ts" for both your church and things to be cognizant of personally. Thanks for tuning in to Faith Revisited, we hope you enjoy!
2021-12-0819 min
Faith RevisitedS3Ep3: GratitudeWelcome to our *almost* annual episode on Gratitude. Ben and Molly talk through what they're grateful for in 2021 (in things that have changed since 2020) and ways that you can practice Gratitude this season. We hope you enjoy!
2021-11-2321 min
Faith RevisitedS3E2: ListeningTo GodJoin Ben and Molly as we discuss how to decipher the voice of God from all of the other influences or voices in our head. Hint, it involves important internal work on yourself and your spirituality. This was a fun episode for us to record, we hope you enjoy!
2021-11-0921 min
Faith RevisitedS3E1 : The Next SeasonWelcome Back to Season 3 of Faith Revisited. Ben and Molly talk all about the changing seasons within Trinity Church, jumping back in after a global pandemic (and getting members to come back), burnout and the importance of not letting go of hybrid worship! Thanks for joining us.
2021-10-2025 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 47 - Generous Orthodoxy with Bridget Eileen Rivera
In this episode we talk with author Bridget Eileen Rivera about her new book, "Heavy Burdens: 7 Ways LGBTQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church."
Pre-Order Bridget's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Burdens-...
Learn more about Bridget here:
Blog: https://www.meditationsofatravelingnu...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travelingnun
Twitter: @TravelingNun
Instagram: @TravelingNun
2021-07-1443 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 46 - All About Camp with Cat HolbertMolly is very excited to welcome Cat Holbert to the Faith Revisited Podcast! Cat is currently serving as the Executive Director for Mingus Mountain Methodist Camp and Retreat Center in the Desert Southwest Conference Camping and Retreat Ministries. Molly and Cat have a great conversation talking about the purpose and experience of Church Camp with young people and counselors alike. Share their joy in camp and what they've learned. We hope you enjoy this episode!
To find a camp near you or donate, visit the UMCRM website.
2021-06-1637 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 45 - New Studio, Who Dis?Ben and Molly look back at the last 2 years of podcasting, before recording this episode listened to episode 1 and gave our thoughts and updates. We are also switching up the format and adding a video element to Faith Revisited - visit youtube.com/trinityumcsav subscribe and watch! Thanks for joining us!
2021-06-0217 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 43 - An Interview With Craig SpringerFaith Revisited welcomes a very special guest, Craig Springer. Craig is the Executive Director of Alpha USA and the author of numerous books including the recently released "How To Revive Evangelism." He walks us through some of the main themes in the book, the work that Alpha is doing and how evangelism is evolving and adapting throughout the pandemic. It's an enlightening and rich conversation, we hope you enjoy!
Show notes can be found here.
2021-03-1132 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 42 - Hybrid Ministry Think Tank RecapBen and Molly recap their first workshop teaching experience with the South Georgia UMC Congregational Development Office - Hybrid Ministry Think Tank. Enjoy this episode!
2021-02-2411 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 41 - Financial HealthIn episode 41 of Faith Revisited Ben and Molly discuss our personal finance philosophies and situations. We give you 4 lessons on how to be financially healthy and share our financial goals.
2021-01-2830 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 40 - CHURCH Goals in 2021You may think it's a difficult year to set goals with so much future uncertainty, but it's actually easy! We learned in 2020 the importance of being flexible and dynamic, we also learned that your goals do NOT have to be tied to a building or a place to spread the word of God and help your member's grow spiritually. Join Ben and Molly as we talk through Trinity Church's goals in 2021 and how your church can set strong goals in the midst of uncertainty.
2021-01-1415 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 39 - Goals, Goals, GoalsOne of our absolute favorite topics - goal setting. Ben and Molly reflect on their 2020 personal and Trinity Church goals and talk a little bit about what they're planning for 2021. How successful were they?! Listen to find out!
2020-12-3026 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 38 - A Weary World RejoicesA short and honest take on Christmas this year, finding meaning and grounding in 2020.
We wish you a very Merry Christmas - Ben & Molly
It Came Upon A Midnight Clear - 3rd verse
And ye, beneath life's crushing load,
Whose forms are bending low,
Who toil along the climbing way
With painful steps and slow,
Look now! for glad and golden hours
come swiftly on the wing.
O rest beside the weary road,
And hear the angels sing!
2020-12-1711 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 37 - Ben's Pastoral JourneyJoin Ben and Molly this week as we take a peek into Ben's Pastoral Journey and that path that has led him to where he is today. - Spoiler alert, as in life, it wasn't straightforward, he faced adversity and challenges and also found enormous growth in opportunities. We hope you have a great week and enjoy this episode.
2020-12-0223 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 36 - A Merry COVID Christmas Season (plus Advent)"The birth of Jesus will happen and COVID can't stop that." Jesus is the reason for the season, while we have lived in such an unsteady year it's important to continue to adapt and focus on what really matters. This Christmas and Advent season may look different at your church, we're talking through how Trinity is shifting our services and events and adding in some new things as well! We hope you enjoy, thanks for listening!
2020-11-1821 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 35 - 5 Ways To Survive The ElectionHello Faith Revisited listeners, Ben and Molly are here to give you 5 quick ways to survive the election season. We record this episode ON election day for release the day after. These 5 tips will help you love your neighbor and remember that God doesn't choose a political side.
2020-11-0414 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 34 - The Beginnings of Becoming a Hybrid ChurchWelcome back to Faith Revisited! We just had out first Sunday as a "hybrid" church, meaning we experienced our first in person worship in 31 weeks, AND we still kept our members tuning in from their homes as an equal priority. Ben and Molly talk it out and can you guess which one of us was a ball of stress prior to gathering in person?! It's not who you think... Thanks for taking a listen, and we hope you enjoy!
2020-10-2131 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 33 - We're BaaackWelcome BACK to Faith Revisited Podcast from our (unplanned) hiatus. If you don't remember us, we're Ben & Molly and we just want to catch up, let you know where we're at, especially with our church opening for in person worship for the first time since March this coming weekend, and how excited we are to be podcasting regularly again!
2020-10-1425 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 32 - Ask Your Pastor AnythingA fun episode where Molly asks Ben a series of questions all about him being a Pastor, from lighthearted to heartfelt. We challenge you to chat with your Pastor like this, ask them your own questions or use ours! We know they'd love to open up. Find them over at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2020-08-0624 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 31 - Online Ministry: The Next FrontierJoin Ben and Molly this week as they discuss an book they had just finished called "From Social Media to Social Ministry" by Nona Jones as well as their thoughts and plans for on Online Ministry. We share our new church website - www.trinity1848.org and brainstorm what Online Ministry looks like and how this book shaped a new way of thinking.
For show notes head over to www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2020-07-2227 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 30 - Reopening Trinity ChurchI know what you're thinking... We are not reopening the church YET! In this podcast episode Ben and Molly talk through our plans, changes and how we are going to go about reopening when the time comes. With a potential upswing in Savannah we may not be closer to that happening. We talk through how our member's feel about wanting to come back and what is going to happen to our livestream and the virtual community we have built during this time. Ben talks through his ideas on two services and stands on his virtual soapbox about wearing masks...2020-06-2525 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 29 - A Conversation About Racial Injustice With Ariana BerksteinerJoin in and listen to two friends having a conversation about racial injustice nationally and locally in their community. Ariana Berksteiner is the Executive Director at Emmaus House, a soup kitchen in Savannah. She is a true leader and a Savannah mover and shaker. To quote her from this podcast episode, she says, one of the most important things for white people is to "vocalize when blackness is victimized." The "goal is not to change anyone's mind but to stand up and say what they're doing or saying is wrong." Thank you Ariana for joining Ben on this week's...2020-06-1052 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 28 - Mid-Crisis Check InIn this episode of the Faith Revisited Podcast, Ben and Molly go through the 4 questions you should be reflecting on as we are now in "The Great In-Between."
1. What are you thankful for? List out the positives.
2. What are you struggling with? (Time to get honest with yourself)
3. What can you work on?
3. How do you want to look back on the great in-between?
Enjoy this week's episode as we both take a more personal approach on how we're doing.
2020-05-2722 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 27 - A Conversation with Len Wilson on Church Innovation and StrategyJoin Ben in his conversation with Len Wilson who is a storyteller and strategist. Len is also an author, consultant and speaker who currently serves as the Director of Innovation and Strategy at St Andrew United Methodist Church in Plano, TX. This conversation happens in the midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic and the discussion includes, how churches are willingly (or unwillingly) adapting to changing environments, other times in history that massive innovation has paid off and what lessons we're learning now that will shape our future.
Visit www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com for the complete show notes, including more...2020-05-1343 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 26 - The Future of Technology in the Church with Rev David DonnanSpecial Faith Revisited Podcast episode! Rev David Donnan and Ben did a webinar together talking about The Future of Technology in the Church on April 28, 2020. We are thankful for David letting us release it as our podcast episode! Both churches are different and are going about technology in different ways whether livestream or pre-recording. They explain the pros and cons to each method and how to keep technology present even in a post-COVID world. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Faith Revisited Podcast. Show notes available at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2020-04-2953 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 25 - Learning to Lead in Crisis: 3 ChoicesJoin Ben & Molly as they talk about the 3 types of leadership that have appeared during the COVID-19 crisis. The three types include "No" Leaders, "Slow" Leaders and "Go" Leaders. Learn more about how leadership is adapting and why it's important to not just shift for the time being, but creating lasting change that's going to lead to long term success for your organization.
Find show notes at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2020-04-1526 minFaith RevisitedEpisode 24 - Churches and COVID-19 Part 2Ben and Molly are back this week to talk about continued developments on how our church is shifting and adapting within the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic. This week we talk about new developments around Palm Sunday and Easter, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, Friendship and Grief. There is a lot of grief happening right now in our communities and world. How can "the church" be the place to heal?
Show notes can be found at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com with links to all of the items we discuss. Thank you for listening!
2020-03-2523 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 23 - Churches and COVID-19The public health crisis brought about by the spread of COVID-19 has churches scrambling to figure out how to do church in new ways. In light of this chaos, this is precisely the time for churches to be creative and innovative to keep members deep in their spiritual practice and remain connected! At Trinity Church in downtown Savannah, we are creating a comprehensive plan to become a temporarily virtual church. Besides shifting our worship experience to livestream only, we plan to have the work of the church continue remotely. We invite you to listen to this special podcast episode...2020-03-1635 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 22 - A Conversation with Anne BosargePlease join us in welcoming Anne Bosarge to the Faith Revisted Podcast! Anne is the Multi-Site Director for The Chapel in Brunswick, GA and a consultant in the South Georgia United Methodist Conference. She just released a new book called, Get Out Of That Box - Realizing Personal Potential and Enhancing Team Collaboration to Move Ministry Forward. She talks with Ben about how to get creative in Ministry and mindset is everything to make real and lasting change!
Get Out Of That Box Website - Click Here (Download the free team discussion guide)
Order Get Ou...2020-03-1139 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 21 - Lent 101Welcome to the 21st episode of Faith Revisited! One of the main reasons we decided to do a podcast episode on Lent isn't just because it is released on Ash Wednesday BUT we started the conversation because Molly felt like her knowledge of Lent was stuck in Sunday school. We go through the basics of Lent, the who, what, where, when, and what you can do instead of giving up chocolate for 40 days. We hope you enjoy this podcast episode, you can allow it to be a refresher course on Lent and learn all about Ben's sermon series this...2020-02-2627 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 20 - New Appointments and Leadership RetreatsTis the season! The season for United Methodist Appointments... UMC Clergy may be a little on edge this time of year, we'll give you a sneak peek behind the scenes on Ben's feelings of appointments and what the future has in store for Trinity. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy! Visit www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com for show notes.
2020-02-1237 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 19 - What Is Success?Join Ben & Molly this week as we talk about defining success from both a personal and organizational standpoint. How we define as success, how to not get caught up in the comparison game and living faithfully into your priorities!
Show notes can be found at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2020-01-2921 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 18 - A Conversation with Rev Jorge AcevedoWe are so pleased to have spent time talking with Rev Jorge Acevedo, the lead pastor at multi-site Grace Church based in Cape Coral, FL. Grace Church has an impressive track record with innovative ministries including fresh expressions churches and a thriving recovery ministry. Rev Acevedo talks about being an "engine for evangelism and discipleship." He also discusses his views on leadership, importance of Sabbath and how throughout his career he has always focused on the marginalized - "send us the people no one else wants."
Head over to www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com for show notes from Episode 18...2020-01-2241 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 17 - Goal Setting for Churches and MembersHappy New Year! Ben and Molly are bringing you an episode on one of our favorite topics, goal setting! We talk about ideas and ways to set goals for your church - regardless of the size. As well as ways you can personally set great SMART goals! Thank you for listening to Faith Revisited and we wish you many blessings and joy in 2020.
Check out show notes at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2020-01-0132 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 16 - 4 Holiday PermissionsIt's a bit too late in the month to give you any advice on holiday worship logistics, so we are giving you 4 permissions for this Christmas season. 2 things you should feel good about saying yes to and 2 things to say "Nope! No thanks!"
Visit us at www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com or over on social media, Faith Revisited. Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year from Ben and Molly. Thanks for taking the time to listen to us for the better part of this year.
2019-12-1117 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 15 - Livestream Worship LogisticsHey Faith Revisited Listeners! We look an unplanned Sabbatical and are each fighting a stuffy nose but we were determined to be back in your earbuds! Ben and Molly are happy to announce that the Trinity United Methodist Church worship service from Downtown Savannah is now livestreaming! It took 7 months to get the proper internet working in our historic building since the failure of our Easter livestream dreams and we have officially been doing it for a few weeks when this podcast comes out.
This episode goes through why it took so long to get the...2019-11-1334 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 14 - Make The Last 90 Days CountIt's hard to believe we're nearing the end of 2019. In this episode of Faith Revisited we discuss ways that you can be intentional throughout the end of the year connecting with God. With all of the seasons, holidays and travel this is a busy time of year. We offer up advice to take moments each day to deepen your faith. In addition, we also discuss ways churches can be more visitor friendly during the holidays, and other worship services coming up that you can make more personal for your members.
For a full list of o...2019-10-0225 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 13 - Social Media 101 for Traditional ChurchesWe are very excited to bring you an episode all about social media! A forewarning, we're aiming our advice at churches who haven't put much focus on social media yet OR are just building their social media strategy. We are giving you our best advice on how to create a presence on social media, importance of a content calendar and how to start engaging your audience. We'll go through the 2 platforms that are most important to focus on, what the strengths are, and some more advanced tips at the end. Head on over to www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com to get...2019-09-1930 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 12 - A Conversation with Rev Adam HamiltonWe loved being able to sit down with Rev Adam Hamilton of Church of the Resurrection in Kansas City. Rev Hamilton talks about his jump into the United Methodist denomination after reading the Book of Discipline and why he felt like he didn't fit in elsewhere. His passion for Kansas City and desire to start a church for "thinking people" that in 30 years and over 25k active members, transforms their community and impacts the world. He explains his feelings regarding the current state of the United Methodist denomination and why he is still passionate about the DNA. We talk...2019-08-2850 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 11 - You've Got A Friend In MeFaith Revisited Podcast this week takes a deep dive into Friendships! First we talk about Molly's new business - Blissful Paper Co and the tools and tips pn cultivating authentic friendships OFFLINE. Check out her website and learn all about the pre-stamped friendship postcards at BlissfulPaper.Co.
We also discuss how God calls us to have healthy fruitful friendships and some quick and easy ways to be a better friend and feel more fulfilled in friendships. Thanks so much for listening to our podcast episode and hope you put something on the calendar to connect with a...2019-08-1426 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 10 - A Conversation with Bishop Ken CarterWe are proud to share with you Faith Revisited's first esteemed guest. Kenneth H. Carter, Jr. is resident bishop of the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church. He came to the Florida Conference in 2012 and gives pastoral and administrative leadership to almost 800 congregations, fresh expressions of church, campus ministries and outreach initiatives. Bishop Carter also serves as the president of the Council of Bishops of the United Methodist Church, and he was one of three moderators of A Way Forward, the commission authorized by the General Conference in matters of unity and human sexuality. He is an author...2019-07-3130 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 9 - 3 Obvious Things That Are NOT Always So ObviousOn Faith Revisited this week Ben and Molly are going over the 3 things that churches often overlook. Obvious and easy things that are quite often forgotten and we explain why these items are so important! Stay tuned at the end of the podcast to see who our special guest is for our very first interview next time in episode 10. Get show notes and learn more about Faith Revisited on faithrevisitedpodcast.com
2019-07-2418 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 8 - How To Be Your Very Best - An Episode For Church Members And Pastors AlikeIn this episode both Ben and Molly talk from their perspectives what it takes to be a good church member. A lay person and a pastor's point of view on the ways to show up and how to be the best version of yourself for the growth of your church and yourself! At the end Ben wants to hold Pastor's accountable with 5 expectations you should have for your Pastor.
Show notes can be found at https://faithrevisitedpodcast.com
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Faith RevisitedEpisode 7 - 10 Things Your Church Should Be Doing Right NowA list of 10 tangible items that your church should be doing for visitors and as well as members. Includes ways to make sure potential visitors can find you, how to further discipleship and logistical items your church needs to have handled before problems arise. Find the entire list in the show notes on the website www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com Thanks for listening!
2019-06-1937 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 6 - Summer ReadsBen and Molly go through their summer reading list and talk briefly on goals for the summertime. Books range from leadership, habits, sports and fiction! Find information on all the books we discuss and more in our show notes. www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram and let us know what you're reading this summer!
2019-06-0527 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 5 - Identifying Core ValuesGrowth is chaos. Can you control that chaos and dig deeper into what really matters to you? At Trinity we are going through the process of identifying our core values that will shape the future identity and decisions made at our church. We discuss how we're doing it, what the discussions have looked like, the group of people taking part in the process and what you can do to start the conversation at your church or organization. Visit faithrevisitedpodcast.com for show notes and thank you for listening!
2019-05-2233 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 4 - GratitudeGratitude seems to be a popular topic lately. All of these life coaching gurus, successful entrepreneurs have been talking about practicing gratitude and while this isn't a new concept we discuss why some people are more observant to finding gratitude versus others, ways you can practice it in your own life as well as how we can use gratitude to strengthen our faith and relationship with God. Thank you so much for listening! Molly & Ben
2019-05-0818 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 3 - An Easter DebriefWith this episode coming out the Wednesday after Easter we take you through a live debrief of our Easter service - the wins, the excitement, and the miss. Most podcasts will help you plan months in advance to prepare you for your Easter Service, we're just going to give you our live debrief in hopes that it sparks ideas and excitement for next year.
And for Church goers, what ways can you strengthen your faith in the season following Easter? A peek behind the curtain of our own plans and ideas.
We hope you take...2019-04-2434 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 2 - The Challenges of Reaching New PeopleIn this episode Ben and Molly discuss the challenges of reaching new people but why it is also necessary, what our church is doing to reach and welcome new people as well as other churches. We also give the ONE opportunity churches are missing to make visitors feel immediately welcome.
2019-04-1034 min
Faith RevisitedEpisode 1 - A Historic Church Open to ALL3 topics we'll cover in this episode include, our church history, current reality as a historic downtown church and where we see the future of Trinity. We were founded in 1848, with a direct connection to the founder of Methodism, John Wesley. We also touch on the decision made by the United Methodist denomination at a recent conference and how it effects us locally. Thanks for listening!
2019-03-2715 min
Faith RevisitedWelcome to Faith Revisited Podcast!Meet Ben Gosden, Senior Pastor at Historical Trinity UMC in Savannah, GA and Molly Carlson, a passionate church member and friend as they introduce you to Faith Revisited. Two millennial church leaders who will discuss topics including God, Faith, the Church, what it means to be authentic and welcome ALL people.
2019-03-1902 min