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Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 17: A Christian's Thoughts on Christian Nationalism w/ Andy PolkIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to his childhood friend Andy Polk, best remembered in the Conway house for mentoring J.P.'s youngest brother in track. Andy serves as a history professor at Middle Tennessee State University, specializing in religious history. Recently, Andy released the book "Faith in Freedom: Propaganda, Presidential Politics, and the Making of an American Religion". In this thought provoking conversation, Andy encourages Christians to understand the manipulative tendencies of politics and the compromises often involved in the thirst for power. 2022-07-3050 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 16: Churches and Special Needs Families w/ Kelly and Travis SpeckIn this episode, J.P. and Drue talk about the new book by Kelly Speck, "Hope in the Heartache: A Journey of Growth and Grace with a Special Needs Child." They discuss J.P.'s interview with Kelly and her husband Travis, a life long friend. They delve into the world of families with special needs and shed light on how to walk alongside the hurting while finding God's hope in this world.2022-06-1444 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 15: Trauma and the Long Wait for Redemption w/ Melody JonesIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to Melody Jones, the mother of one of his close friends. If you've spent 5 minutes with Melody, you feel like you've known her your entire life. She's a natural story teller with the courage to look for Jesus in every story, especially the hard ones. This episode contains references to physical abuse and domestic violence.2022-06-0145 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 14: The Church Promoting Human Flourishing w/ Drue & JPJ.P. and Drue discuss recent (even surprising) social science research on the health benefits of faith community and practice. 2022-05-1040 minBroken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 13: Living Single in the Church w/ Pieter L. ValkIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to his friend Pieter Valk, a counselor and the director of Equip. They discuss how and why contemporary churches seem to cater to families and kids as well as the challenges singles face in church culture. Pieter shares thoughts on solutions, including the creation of the Nashville Family of Brothers.2022-03-2840 minBroken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 12: Church as Foundation for Personal Growth w/ Namayo KendrickIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to his longtime friend Namayo Kendrick, a math teacher and minister in Nashville. Namayo shares how church helped him grow as a person at a crucial time in his life. They explore how church can be a grace filled community that encourages moral development and spiritual maturity.2022-01-2240 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 11: Reconciling with the Faith of Your Childhood w/ Tom CarrollIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to his longtime friend Tom Carroll. Years ago, in the early 2000s, J.P. and Tom were part of a weekly Bible study/prayer group. They delve into a common issue - how do I process the good and bad of my childhood faith and find a way to return as an adult? Tom shares his experiences growing up in the Catholic Church, his time in agnosticism, and his later return to the Catholic Church. 2021-12-1633 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 10: Charity vs. Justice w/ Lindsey KrinksIn this episode, J.P. and Drue discuss a conversation J.P. had with his friend, Lindsey Krinks. She serves as a Street Chaplain with Open Table Nashville. She encourages us all to ask deep, hard questions about poverty and housing as we pursue faithfulness to Jesus. Earlier this year, Lindsey released a thought provoking book, "Praying with our Feet: Pursuing Justice and Healing on the Streets."2021-10-1840 minBroken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItSeason 2 TrailerDrue and J.P. reunite to reflect on season 1 and discuss the direction of season 2.2021-09-2406 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 9: Living the Story of God Together w/ John Mark HicksIn this episode, Drue shares an interview with his former college professor and now good friend John Mark Hicks. They discuss how self-preservation creeps into the church, the importance of remembering our identity as “gospel-ed” people, and the beauty of what is happening when we gather together as God’s people.2021-06-1043 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 8: The Body Still Functions When It's Sick w/ Rob ReevesIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to his buddy Rob Reeves, a volunteer youth mentor who worked with J.P. at a former church. Rob talks about his long journey to Jesus by saying, “I came to the cross kicking and screaming.” He talks about some deep disappointment in a church experience yet demonstrates how that same church has been a source of incredible strength and faithfulness in his life.2021-05-0745 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 7: When Church People Cause Pain w/ William and Alwanda CarothersIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to some beloved mentors, William and Alwanda Carothers. They discuss racism, hypocrisy, the importance of saying “I’m sorry”, how serving facilitates healing, and why sticking around is worth it.2021-04-1445 minBroken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 6: What is Church?In this episode, J.P. and Drue take a break from interviews to process this big question, “What is church?” If church is not building focused but relational focused, when does someone become church? As many pursue more organic and less traditional ways of doing Christian community, what can we learn?2021-04-0734 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 5: Relational Hospitality with Beth StaffordIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to a long time friend and mentor, Beth Stafford. They discuss the pain of church splits and the transformative power of relational hospitality.2021-03-1537 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 4: Interview with Tommy and Becky HollandIn this episode, J.P. introduces Drue to some of his beloved mentors, Tommy and Becky Holland. They discuss the challenges of walking with others through deep pain, power plays, hypocrisy, belonging, kingdom identity, and the beauty of multi-ethnic churches.2021-02-2442 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 3: Why Church Is Worth ItDrue and J.P. explore how churches with thick cultures create social capital which helps everyone, not just the church herself. Then, they discuss how realistic expectations of "hard stuff in church" actually leads to growth. Finally, they offer four questions to ask when choosing a church.2021-02-1029 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 2: BeautifulDrue and J.P. discuss the unique expressions of beauty found in local churches. They explore the impact of open, weekly gatherings, intergenerational community, ethical accountability, and transnational identity.2021-01-2739 min
Broken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItEp. 1: BrokenDrue and J.P. discuss the cloud of suspicion and distrust around church. The path towards renewal must begin with repentance and confession of sin. 2021-01-1430 minBroken but Beautiful: Why Church is Still Worth ItTrailerJoin J.P. Conway and Drue Clark as we process both the brokenness and beauty of church life. New episodes coming in January.2020-12-1713 min