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Preacher Boys PodcastThe Myth of Good Christian Parenting | Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnisPre-Order a copy of The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families: https://amzn.to/45wKDHn✖️✖️✖️Christian parents want to raise godly children, but what happens when popular biblical parenting methods cause more harm than good? The Myth of Good Christian Parenting exposes how the Christian parenting industry has sold families false promises for five decades, leaving a trail of religious trauma, damaged relationships, and lost faith in its wake. This groundbreaking analysis offers● historical analysis - traces the development of the Christian parenting industry and its influential fi...
2025-08-241h 01Preacher Boys PodcastThe Myth of Good Christian Parenting | Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnisPre-Order a copy of The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families: https://amzn.to/45wKDHn✖️✖️✖️Christian parents want to raise godly children, but what happens when popular biblical parenting methods cause more harm than good? The Myth of Good Christian Parenting exposes how the Christian parenting industry has sold families false promises for five decades, leaving a trail of religious trauma, damaged relationships, and lost faith in its wake. This groundbreaking analysis offers● historical analysis - traces the development of the Christian parenting industry and its influential fi...
2025-08-241h 01
In the Church LibraryFinal Episode: Q&A and Book Launch UpdatesSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library as they answer your questions. In this final episode for S1, they answer: 12:52 Q: Could you describe the survey process you used?22:44 Q: Where on the theological/denominational spectrum do most of these resources fall? What about your book? What about your biases?36:25 Q: Can you speak to the parallels between authoritarian parenting and penal substitutionary atonement (PSA)? 38:25 Q:How as research/writing/podcasting affected your pa...
2025-08-141h 09In the Church LibraryNancy & Colin Campbell and their "Above Rubies" ministrySend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss Nancy and Colin Campbell's Above Rubies ministries, as well as some of their resources—The Power of Motherhood and Be Fruitful and Multiply—and their connection to CCM's Newsboys.Mentioned in the episode: Orphan Fever: The Evangelical Movement's Adoption Obsession, by: Kathryn JoyceYou can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, Face...
2025-08-071h 03In the Church LibraryA Conversation with Tia Levings, author of the best-selling memoir A Well-Trained WifeSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation with Tia Levings, author of the best-selling memoir A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy.Connect with Tia online: Facebook, Instagram, Threads, SubstackYou can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of...
2025-07-311h 05In the Church LibraryTo Train Up A Child, by: Michael & Debi PearlSend us a textContent Warning: This episode contains discussion of child mistreatment, abuse, and death. Join Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss the book To Train Up A Child, by: Michael and Debi Pearl.You can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical F...
2025-07-241h 14
Cinematic DoctrineKelsey & the CCM Coconut Tree (Michael Tait, Sean Feucht, The Jesus Music)Send us a Question!LET'S TALK: Kelsey McGinnis: Instagram // Christianity Today // PodcastPre-Order: The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families by Marissa Burt & Kelsey McGinnis Kelsey Kramer McGinnis, contributor to Christianity Today, returns to the podcast for an impromptu sequel to last year's Let's Talk "Zoetic & the CCM Coconut Tree". As Michael Tait faces truly heinous allegations about his sexual misconduct and substance abuse, Melvin felt it prudent to invite Kelsey to discuss a "Part 2" discussion on specifically the film The Jes...
2025-07-2348 min
It's Been a MinuteIs Christianity cool again?For the first time, multiple Christian musicians are charting on the Billboard Hot 100 at the same time — and staying there for weeks. Has the mainstream found God?Brittany talks with University of Michigan-Dearborn Professor Emerita Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard and Christianity Today reporter Kelsey Kramer McGinnis to understand the multi-billion dollar machine behind the Christian Contemporary Music genre — who gets shut out, and why this holy conquering on the charts has the potential to impact your listening habits. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
2025-07-2325 minIn the Church LibraryA conversation with Sunita Theiss about Neurodiversity in Faith Communities and Family SystemsSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation with Sunita Theiss to discuss neurodiversity in faith communities and familiesConnect with Sunita online: Instagram, LinkedIn, SubstackMentioned in the conversation:--Use code LIBRARY for a discount for her upcoming workshop and Q&A: Parenting PDA Children with Grace & Hope: A Christian Perspective on Understanding, Supporting, and Raising PDA Children (8/14/25 at 9AMPT/12ET)--Use SUNITA15 for $15 off low demand parent coaching now through 8/31/25. Learn more about Sunita's work with A...
2025-07-171h 00In the Church LibraryParenting, by: Paul David TrippSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss the book Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family, by: Paul David Tripp.You can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families wherever books are sold! This week, Barnes & Noble is offering 25...
2025-07-101h 15In the Church LibraryA Conversation with Pieter Valk about James Dobson's "Bringing Up Boys"Send us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation with Pieter Valk of Equip Ministries to discuss James Dobson's Bringing Up Boys, masculinity, and the implications of popular Christian parenting teaching for LGBT+ people.Connect with Pieter online: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TwitterMentioned in our conversation: Equip's Parent CourseYou can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky...
2025-07-031h 03In the Church LibraryGary & Anne Marie Ezzo and Growing Kids God's Way, Part 2Send us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss the Growing Kids God's Way parenting empire. In Part 2, we discuss how Gary and Anne Marie came to be popular Christian parenting experts, their curricula Growing Kids God's Way, and the controversy surrounding their methods. For more reading on the Ezzos, see http://ezzo.info/"The Parent Trap," by: Jensen Davis takes an in-depth look at the Ezzos' approachYou can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, S...
2025-06-261h 05In the Church LibraryA Conversation with Catherine McNiel & Jason Hague, authors of Mid-Faith Crisis: Finding a Path Through Doubt, Disillusionment, and Dead EndsSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation with Catherine McNiel and Jason Hague, authors of the book Mid-Faith Crisis: Finding a Path Through Doubt, Disillusionment, and Dead Ends.Connect with Catherine online: Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter/XConnect with Jason online: FacebookYou can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd...
2025-06-1953 min
Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian MusicAccountability for Michael Tait (DC Talk, Newsboys) and Sean Feucht (ft. Kelsey Kramer McGinnis)Michael Tait, most recently lead singer of The Newsboys and also well known as one third of DC Talk, confessed to accusations of sexual assault and drug abuse on June 10, 2025. This came after deeply reported investigations into his behavior were published first by The Roys Report and then by The Guardian. The day before this news broke, whistleblowers accused the worship leader best known for right wing political agitation, Sean Feucht, of financial misappropriation and spiritually coercive leadership tactics. Hosts Leah Payne and Andrew Gill discuss the two scandals and what each of these figures me...
2025-06-181h 16In the Church LibraryQ&A: Ask Us Anything! Part 2Send us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library as they answer your questions. In Part 2, they answer: 1:27 Q: How do you internally & externally handle criticism of your toddlers displaying developmentally appropriate but situationally inappropriate behaviors that children trained under authoritarianism typically don't do? 11:09 Q: What recommendations do you have for church children's ministry training?We mention: Center for Faith and Children, Godly Play & Catechesis of the Good Shepherd13:58 Q: What is your favorite part about being a...
2025-06-121h 08
Highest Power: Church + StateEp28: Allegations Against Sean Feucht & Tensions in the Worship Industry, with Kelsey Kramer McGinnisThursday, June 5, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.
2025-06-0535 minIn the Church LibraryA Conversation with Dr. Camden MorganteSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation with Camden Morgante, author of the book Recovering from Purity Culture: Dismantle the Myths, Reject Shame-Based Sexuality, and Move Forward in Your Faith.Connect with Dr. Camden online: Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and her Substack Walking the Middle Path.You can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd...
2025-06-0559 minIn the Church LibraryQ&A: Ask Us Anything! Part 1Send us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library as they answer your questions. In Part 1, they answer: 2:13 Q: What resources do you recommend? 17:06 Q: How would you measure a "healthy" church, especially in re: parenting teaching coming from the pulpit? 34:32 Q: Given 1 Timothy 3:4, is it honorable for all parents to "require obedience"? Note: For further discussion of these Bible passages, see Marissa's series on this: Part 1, Part 2, Summary53:41 Q: How does the mark...
2025-05-291h 09In the Church LibraryBabywise, Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo, and the Growing Kids God's Way parenting empire, Part 1Send us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss the Growing Kids God's Way parenting empire. In Part 1, we discuss how Gary and Anne Marie came to be popular Christian parenting experts, their book On Becoming Babywise: Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nighttime Sleep, and the controversy surrounding their methods. For more reading on the Ezzos, see http://ezzo.info/"The Parent Trap," by: Jensen Davis takes an in-depth look at the Ezzos' approachYouTube link for an IG conversation with M...
2025-05-221h 21In the Church LibraryGentle Parenting, Attachment Parenting & L.R. Knost's book Jesus The Gentle ParentSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss gentle parenting, attachment parenting, and Jesus, the Gentle Parent: Gentle Christian Parenting, by: LR Knost. YouTube link for an IG conversation with Marissa and Kelsey on Gentle ParentingYou can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed...
2025-05-151h 06
Saved by the CityThe Real Trad Wives of Instagram + Kelsey Kramer McGinnisHave you ever found yourself mid-doomscroll, suddenly enthralled by a beautiful woman baking a pie and arranging an armful of flowers freshly picked from her garden, while in the background her children play with adorable wooden toys on a natural fiber rug? You have stumbled into the trad-wife corner of the internet. Welcome. The bread is fresh and the grass is definitely greener (it's natural fertilizer). On this episode of the podcast, Katelyn and Roxy give you a tour of the trad wife phenemonon, it's various forms (from supermodels to crunchy granola types to the MAGA evangelists), and what...
2025-05-1553 minIn the Church LibraryThe Christian Family, by: Larry ChristensonSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss a popular, best-selling Christian parenting book from the 1970s: The Christian Family, by: Larry Christenson. In this episode they discuss the socio-political climate of the 1970s, the way mainline denominations folded into broader evangelicalism, viewpoints on household authority structures, and corporal punishment as a perceived essential ingredient to maintaining order.You can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack...
2025-05-081h 23In the Church LibraryA Conversation With Emily Hunter McGowinSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation with Emily Hunter McGowin, author of the book Households of Faith: Practicing Family in the Kingdom of God.You can find more about Emily and her books here: https://www.emilymcgowin.com/You can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian...
2025-05-0142 min
The Child in Our MidstShould we make kids sing in church? With Kelsey Kramer McGinnisWhat can we control, and what can’t we control about how our kids engage in worship? Do our worship services even acknowledge that kids will be there? Kelsey Kramer McGinnis, musicologist and mom of small kids, helps us think about the role of music in the life of the church and challenges the idea that we can “make” our kids do anything. Kelsey and our hosts explore what it means for children to be participating in singing and how parents and ministry leaders can get buy-in from kids. Spoiler alert: it’s simpler than you might think! Ki...
2025-04-2852 minIn the Church LibraryShepherding A Child's Heart, by: Tedd TrippSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss the popular Christian parenting book: Shepherding a Child's Heart, by: Tedd Tripp.You can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families wherever books are sold! Sign-up form for pre-order bonuses coming soon!
2025-04-241h 30In the Church LibraryWhat Kinds of Books Are On Our Bookshelves?Send us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a sampling of books that represent different elements of popular Christian teaching. Episode One closed with the note that the next episode would cover Tedd Tripp's book Shepherding A Child's Heart, but that will be the topic for Episode Three.Note: In this episode, when Marissa is describing the history of the nouthetic movement she indicates that Jay Adams was studying to be a counselor and that is when he became disillusioned with pyschology. This needs f...
2025-04-1053 minIn the Church LibraryBrowsing Our BookshelvesSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library for a conversation about some of the resources that they want to spotlight from their research. Episode One drops 4/3/25, but until then, you can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families wherever books are sold! ...
2025-04-0345 minIn the Church LibraryTrailer—Season One of In The Church Library: About Your HostsSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss popular Christian resources! Who are Marissa and Kelsey? In this trailer, they give brief introductions and welcome you to season one's conversation, which will focus on parenting books. Episode One drops 4/3/25, but until then, you can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: H...
2025-03-2703 minIn the Church LibraryTrailer—Season One of In The Church Library: About the PodcastSend us a textJoin Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis In the Church Library to discuss popular Christian resources! What will Marissa and Kelsey be discussing? In this trailer, they give a brief overview and welcome to season one's conversation, which will focus on parenting books. Episode One drops 4/3/25, but until then, you can connect with Kelsey and Marissa on social media:Marissa: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, YouTube, FacebookKelsey: Website, Substack, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok, BlueSky, FacebookAnd Pre-order The Myth of Good C...
2025-03-2703 min
Cinematic DoctrinePride & Prejudice (1995) - w/ Marissa Burt on Patriarchy, Feminism, Shame, & MarriageSend us a Question!MINI-SERIES DISCUSSION: Marissa Burt: Instagram, Substack, Author PagePre-Order: The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families by Marissa Burt & Kelsey McGinnisMarissa Burt returns to the podcast to discuss the BBC's 1995 adaption of Pride & Prejudice! Ready for some quintessential girl-cinema? We've got so much to chew on! Tune in now!Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 41-minutes playing a guessing-game called "Douglas, Dobson, Driscoll, and Tate" where guest Marissa Burt will h...
2025-02-121h 23
Empires of the FutureWhy Don't Men Sing in Church?This is Empires of the Future, conversations to encourage the Church in a time of change.
Why Don’t Men Sing in Church?
Some men do sing in church, to be sure. But many don’t. A great deal of ink has been spilled about contemporary worship music and whether or not it encourages men to get involved in the corporate gathering, but we want to ask a few different questions in the four parts of this episode:
Is there a biblical mandate to sing?
What is singing about anyway?
Are we assuming that women do...
2025-01-151h 34
Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast#340: Kelsey Kramer McGinnis On Music, Money, & Profits in the Worship Industry (And What That Means For the Rest of Us)
Kelsey is a brilliant thinker. She is a musicologist and educator based in Iowa, holding a PhD from the University of Iowa.
Currently, Kelsey is a regular contributor to Christianity Today, writing and reporting on worship and church culture. She is also an adjunct professor at Grand View University in Des Moines, where she teaches on music and social justice.
As as a graduate student and adjunct faculty member at the University of Iowa, she taught a variety of courses on music history, social justice and the arts, and human rights. She served on the...
2024-12-2052 min
Beyond Sunday Worship Leader PodcastKelsey Kramer McGinnis On Music, Money, & Profits in the Worship Industry (And What That Means For the Rest of Us)Kelsey is a brilliant thinker. She is a musicologist and educator based in Iowa, holding a PhD from the University of Iowa. Currently, Kelsey is a regular contributor to Christianity Today, writing and reporting on worship and church culture. She is also an adjunct professor at Grand View University in Des Moines, where she teaches on music and social justice. As as a graduate student and adjunct faculty member at the University of Iowa, she taught a variety of courses on music history, social justice and the arts, and human rights. She served on the...
2024-12-2052 min
Cinematic DoctrineThe Stepford Wives (1975) - w/ Kelsey McGinnis On Tradwives and Asking: "Do Stepford Men Even Like Women?"Send us a Question!MOVIE DISCUSSION: Kelsey Kramer McGinnis on Instagram & Christianity TodayPre-Order: The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families by Marissa Burt & Kelsey McGinnisKelsey Kramer McGinnis, contributing author to Christianity Today and Professor at Grand View University, joins Melvin in discussing a classic film adaption in early feminist literature, The Stepford Wives! Topics: (PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 38-minutes discussing Kelsey McGinnis' article on Christianity Today titled "Big, Big Market: Why CCM Filled '80s...
2024-04-021h 28
The Ineverglow Show#CCMTwitter Tournament 2024 Bracket RevealEric is joined by Kylan Savage, Kelsey Kramer McGinnis and Josh Balogh to discuss the 2024 #CCMTwitter Tournament and gets their predictions on who will win.Follow us on X:@ineverglow@churchjamsnow@kkramermcginnis@JBay_AllTheWay
2024-03-041h 17
The Ride Home with John and KathyThe Ride Home - Thursday, February 29, 2024Christian Moms Feel More Pressure to Get It Right: Today’s resources aim to offer reassurance instead of adding to the weight parents already feel … GUEST Kelsey Kramer McGinnis … musicologist and educator based in Iowa … regular contributor to Christianity Today. What does it mean to be “spiritually compatible”? … GUEST Lisa Anderson … Director of Boundless & Young Adults. Lent… GUEST Dr Amy Peeler … assoc prof of New Testament at Wheaton College and assoc rector at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Geneva, Ill … author of “Women and the Gender of God”. Prosecutors not disclosing favorable. information to defendants …GU...
2024-03-011h 23
Under the Influence with Jo PiazzaThe Evangelical Christians Are Coming in Hot on InstagramYou know who is alive and well on Instagram? Jesus. And I say that without judgment, but it is true. Whether you realize it or not religion, namely Christianity, is being repackaged through beautiful images of motherhood and parenthood on social media. Today we talk to Kelsey Kramer McGinnis, a reporter for Christianity Today who has been researching Christian social media, #tradwives and images of "good motherhood," that quietly promote religious beliefs. Because many of these images look so beautiful and so aesthetically pleasing they lodge in our brains, and we may not know what kind of an ideological pl...
2024-01-1648 min
The Ride Home with John and KathyThe Ride Home, Tuesday, December 19, 2023This Christmas, Let’s Remember Jesus’ Maternal Lineage: The book of Ruth’s narrative reminds us that God’s salvation isn’t simply accomplished through “heroic” men, but that women, too, play a vital role ... GUEST Dr Kaz Hayashi ... assoc prof of Old Testament at Bethel Seminary/Univ in Minnesota. Mary Told Us What She Knew—In Song Christians have to look beyond the typical Christmas carol lineup for music that captures the deeper themes of the Magnificat ... GUEST Kelsey Kramer McGinnis ... musicologist & educator based in Iowa ... regular contributor to Christianity Today, writing and reporting on worship and church cultu...
2023-12-201h 54
Church & Culture PodcastCCP87: On Taylor SwiftIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the cultural tidal wave that is Taylor Swift. The impact that she's had on the music industry is unlike any other artist, and her Eras tour has brought in an estimated $5 billion into the U.S. economy. Swift's authenticity seems to be the key to what's made her such an enormous success. And it's led some to feel that her concerts are truly a spiritual experience.
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2023-12-0831 min
Bodies Behind The BusATBS w/ “Lies Christian Parents Believe” authors Marissa Burt & Kelsey McGinnisMarissa Burt on TwitterMarissa on Instagram Marissa's website Kelsey Kramer McGinnis on Twitter Kelsey Kramer McGinnis on InstagramKelsey's websiteKelsey's recent CT article: "Christian Moms Feel More Pressure to Get It Right" Support the show
2023-11-081h 15
The Ride Home with John and KathyThe Ride Home - Monday, October 23, 2023The Ride Home with John & Kathy! Buckle in for a Monday full! Like… This Week in the Nation’s Capitol (Israeli Hamas war ... + ... Biden’s goals ... + ... Hostages ... + ... US military prep ... + ... House Speaker mess) ... GUEST Greg Clugston ... SRN News White House Correspondent. Don't Ignore the Countdown to Damnation (from TGC) ... GUEST Bradley Bell ... former missionary who serves as lead pastor at Antioch Church and the senior editor for The Upstream Collective. He is the author of “The Sending Church”. Christian Moms Feel More Pressure to Get It Right: Today’s resources aim to offer reassurance...
2023-10-241h 54
Church & Culture PodcastCCP71: On Emotionally Manipulative WorshipIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent article written by Kelsey Kramer McGinnis for Christianity Today titled, “Worship Music Is Emotionally Manipulative. Do You Trust the Leader Plucking the Strings?” To be sure, there is much here to consider, particularly whether the music is serving to connect you with God or simply to the songs themselves… or even the people singing them.
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In general, people seem to have lost a sense of the true meaning of worship. For this reason, Dr. White delivered a seri...
2023-07-2834 min
The Christian Chronicle PodcastEpisode 21: Why can't preachers retire? Big money wants to profit from worship. A congregation for those with special needs.Jordan Coss (Redwood Church of Christ, Redwood City, California) shares his research on Church of Christ ministers and retirement. What keeps so many Church of Christ ministers from retiring (if they even finish out their ministry careers)? What can congregations and their ministers do about it? Dr. Kelsey Kramer McGinnis, an expert in contemporary Christian music and a writer for Christianity Today Magazine, reveals how big money may be taking over Sunday morning worship in your congregation. Jeremy Marshall and Lori Young tell the story of how the Brooks Avenue Church of Christ in Raleigh, North Carolina, made people...
2023-06-0854 min
MinistryWatch PodcastEp. 258: Corporate Worship With Kelsey Kramer McGinnisHello everybody. I’m Warren Smith, coming to you from Charlotte, North Carolina, and I’d like to welcome you to the MinistryWatch podcast.
Here at MinistryWatch we cover a lot of stories about scams, scandals, and frauds in the church. Every story is different, of course, but I find that most of the scandals have one of two origin stories.
The first story is the story of someone who sets out from the beginning to defraud people. These people have evil intent right from the start. But in my experience, these stories make up by far the smallest portion of th...
2023-05-0328 min