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Pondoff's AnonymousS2 E36 Matt MiofskyPondoff's Anonymous - Episode 36 Show Notes Who this episode is for: Those in recovery, barely holding on, or trying to claw their way in People sober-curious but still actively using Families who’ve lost someone to addiction—or feel like they’re about to Anyone who’s been burned by a church and swore it off for good Spiritual seekers looking for something real, raw, and redemptive And anyone who’s ever thought, “There’s gotta be more to life than this shit” Episode 36 — Matt Miofsky: Building Church for the Fucked-Up and Searching This one’s not you...
2025-10-201h 17
Pondoff's AnonymousS2 E36 Matt Miofsky Pondoff's Anonymous - Episode 36 Show Notes Who this episode is for: Those in recovery, barely holding on, or trying to claw their way in People sober-curious but still actively using Families who’ve lost someone to addiction—or feel like they’re about to Anyone who’s been burned by a church and swore it off for good Spiritual seekers looking for something real, raw, and redemptive And anyone who’s ever thought, “There’s gotta be more to life than this shit” Episode 36 — Matt Miofsky: Building Church for the Fucked-Up and Searching This one’s not your average e...
2025-10-201h 18
The Weight"Wrestling With Growth" with Matt MiofskyShow Notes:We hear a lot about the rapid decline in church attendance across the country, but there are many churches who are experiencing growth. So what, exactly, are these churches doing to attract new members? Matt Miofisky has a few ideas.Matt is the founder of The Gathering, a multi-site United Methodist congregation in St. Louis, Missouri. As the founder and leader of a consistently growing urban church and the co-author of Eight Virtues of Rapidly Growing Churches, Matt is more than qualified for today’s conversation.Matt is a gr...
2025-05-2954 min
Holy Roast PodcastS2E8 - Matt MiofskyIn this month’s episode, Rob and Rachel sit down with Rev. Matt Miofsky. Matt is the Lead Pastor of the Gathering United Methodist Church in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Since Matt founded The Gathering in 2006, it has grown into a thriving multi-site congregation with four locations scattered throughout St. Louis. With over 1500 in worship a weekend, The Gathering was recently named the 3rd fastest growing large United Methodist Churches.
Matt is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis where he majored in mathematics then completed his Master’s of Divinity at Emory University in Atla...
2025-04-0753 min
Pod Have MercyEpisode 171: MATT MIOFSKY RETURNS!This week we're joined by Matt Miofsky, Lead Pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis and an accomplished author. We'll dive deep into his new book, exploring themes of faith, failure, and resilience. As a ministry innovator, Matt offers unique insights into the intersection of spirituality and everyday life. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that challenges us to think deeply about how faith shapes our paths, even in times of uncertainty.
Tune in for a thought-provoking episode!
For more information about Matt and his new book click here: Matt Miofsky.
2024-09-1353 min
Bearded Theologians3.14.24 Beardcast with Rev. Matt MiofskyThis week we sat down with Matt Miofsky and talked about his new book The Methodist Book of Daily Prayer
You can buy the book and his others at http://mattmiofsky.com/
Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians
You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
2024-03-1437 min
Maybe I'm AmazedSpiritual Practice and Faith with Matt MiofskyDr. Howell talks with Matt Miofsky about faith and the importance of spiritual practice in everyday life. Founder and Lead Pastor of The Gathering, a United Methodist Church in St. Louis, Missouri, Matt is also the author of several books, including his latest, The Methodist Book of Daily Prayer. Matt graduated from Washington University, where he played football, and completed his Master's of Divinity from Candler School of Theology at Emory University.
2024-02-2732 min
The Broken BanquetS2, E11: Meet Matt MiofskyMeet Matt Miofsky! Our biggest question... Is there anything Matt cannot do?! Matt Miofsky is the Lead Pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis, Missouri. Since Matt founded The Gathering in 2006, it has grown into a thriving multi-site congregation with four locations scattered throughout St. Louis. With over 1500 in worship a weekend, The Gathering was recently named the 3rd fastest growing large United Methodist Churches.Matt is passionate about church planting, connecting with new generations, and multi-site ministry. He frequently speaks and teaches on these subjects. Matt writes feverishly! We especially love his...
2024-01-2949 min
Take a Break with The GatheringCommitment to Jesus and The Church w/ Matt Miofsky & Brittany RadfordOn Sunday we held a service of commitment, where those in attendance both in person and online, had the opportunity to make a commitment to Jesus through baptism and to The Gathering through membership.
Every week we release a video called ‘a short gathering’ and Matt gives us a brief recap of his sermon. You'll hear that in this episode.
In Matt’s sermon he talked all about commitment. And committing to Jesus is how we break the thought of doing life alone, but instead doing life with Jesus and with the Church.
Questi...
2022-09-2825 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 38 // Kelley Weber My guest today is Kelley Weber. Kelley is a Spiritual Director certified through Aquinas Institute of Theology. An avid learner, this summer she will be finishing studies at The Living School at the Center of Action and Contemplation in New Mexico as well as certification in the Somatic Enneagram. Kelley has been a professional actor and theater teacher in St. Louis for over 23 years. Most recently she won the 202 St.Louis Theater Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress in a comedy for her role in the Tennessee Williams Festival. She hosts the podcast, /A Prayer Practice/ for the Gathering.
2022-03-0737 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 38 // Kelley WeberMy guest today is Kelley Weber. Kelley is a Spiritual Director certified through Aquinas Institute of Theology. An avid learner, this summer she will be finishing studies at The Living School at the Center of Action and Contemplation in New Mexico as well as certification in the Somatic Enneagram. Kelley has been a professional actor and theater teacher in St. Louis for over 23 years. Most recently she won the 202 St.Louis Theater Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress in a comedy for her role in the Tennessee Williams Festival. She hosts the podcast, /A Prayer Practice/ for the Gathering.
2022-03-0737 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 37 // Chelsea Simon and Dana Black - The Collective TableMy guests today are two pastors who conceived and launched The Collective Table - an online platform that makes progressive Christian conversations and resources accessible to people. Both United Methodist pastors in California.
Learn more about The Collective Table here!
2022-02-2144 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 37 // Chelsea Simon and Dana Black - The Collective Table My guests today are two pastors who conceived and launched The Collective Table - an online platform that makes progressive Christian conversations and resources accessible to people. Both United Methodist pastors in California.Learn more about The Collective Table at thecollectivetable.org!
2022-02-2144 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 36 // The Season Of Christmas The Season of Christmas with special guests John Carney and Julie Buck!
2021-12-2514 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 36 // The Season Of ChristmasThe Season of Christmas with special guests John Carney and Julie Buck!
2021-12-2514 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 35 // LoveWe continue our advent series with Love.
2021-12-1330 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 35 // Love We continue our advent series with Love.
2021-12-1330 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 34 // PeaceWe continue our advent series with Peace.
2021-12-0611 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 34 // Peace We continue our advent series with Peace.
2021-12-0611 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 33 // HOPEIt’s the first week of advent and we’re talking about HOPE. What’s the difference between optimism and hope? What is Biblical hope? We talk about this and more on today’s episode of The F Word.
2021-11-2917 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 33 // HOPE It’s the first week of advent and we’re talking about HOPE. What’s the difference between optimism and hope? What is Biblical hope? We talk about this and more on today’s episode of The F Word.
2021-11-2917 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 32 // Bishop Karen OlivetoMy guest today is Bishop Karen Oliveto. She is the first openly lesbian bishop to be elected in the United Methodist Church. She was elected bishop on July 15, 2016, at the Western Jurisdictional conference. Her four-year term of service began September 1, 2016 and she currently serves as the bishop of both the UMC's Rocky Mountain and Yellowstone Conferences; she was officially installed on September 24.
2021-11-2254 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 32 // Bishop Karen Oliveto My guest today is Bishop Karen Oliveto. She is the first openly lesbian bishop to be elected in the United Methodist Church. She was elected bishop on July 15, 2016, at the Western Jurisdictional conference. Her four-year term of service began September 1, 2016 and she currently serves as the bishop of both the UMC's Rocky Mountain and Yellowstone Conferences; she was officially installed on September 24.
2021-11-2254 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyHUB Sneak-Peek // The Power of RestSo many of us are tired. Not a little tired, but really tired. We think of full schedule is a sign of importance and wear our busyness like a badge of honor. But this not how you are created to live. In this week's episode, we talk with Rabbi Amy Feder about rest and the ancient idea of Sabbath.
2021-11-1553 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyHUB Sneak-Peek // The Power of Rest So many of us are tired. Not a little tired, but really tired. We think of full schedule is a sign of importance and wear our busyness like a badge of honor. But this not how you are created to live. In this week's episode, we talk with Rabbi Amy Feder about rest and the ancient idea of Sabbath.
2021-11-1553 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 31 // Isaac SimmonsMy guest today is Isaac Simmons. Isaac is a 23 year old openly gay drag queen who recently was certified as a candidate for ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church. He’s the first openly queer person to be certified in his conference and reportedly the first drag queen to be a candidate for ministry anywhere in the world. As his alter ego Ms. Penny Cost, Isaac speaks around the country seeking to bridge the gap between queerness and spirituality.
2021-10-2138 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 31 // Isaac Simmons My guest today is Isaac Simmons. Isaac is a 23 year old openly gay drag queen who recently was certified as a candidate for ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church. He’s the first openly queer person to be certified in his conference and reportedly the first drag queen to be a candidate for ministry anywhere in the world. As his alter ego Ms. Penny Cost, Isaac speaks around the country seeking to bridge the gap between queerness and spirituality.
2021-10-2138 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 30 // Jim HarnishMy guest today is personal. What I mean is that Jim Harnish is not only a pastor of 42 years, a prolific author, and a top leader in the United Methodist Church - but he was influential on my own faith long before I ever got to meet him. I am happy to now call him a mentor and a friend.
2021-10-1435 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 30 // Jim Harnish My guest today is personal. What I mean is that Jim Harnish is not only a pastor of 42 years, a prolific author, and a top leader in the United Methodist Church - but he was influential on my own faith long before I ever got to meet him. I am happy to now call him a mentor and a friend.
2021-10-1435 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 29 // Adam Barlow-ThompsonDo you know the names of your neighbors? Do you want to? Adam Barlow-Thompson started off his career as a pastor but in 2016 he left the local church to become a full time neighbor. He founded the nonprofit Neighboring Movement and now dedicates his time to training people in how to be better neighbors, and why it matters.
2021-10-0745 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 29 // Adam Barlow-Thompson Do you know the names of your neighbors? Do you want to? Adam Barlow-Thompson started off his career as a pastor but in 2016 he left the local church to become a full time neighbor. He founded the nonprofit Neighboring Movement and now dedicates his time to training people in how to be better neighbors, and why it matters.
2021-10-0745 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 28 // Bishop Megan Rohrer My guest today is the Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer, Bishop of the Sierra Pacific synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Megan is the first openly transgender Bishop in a major Christian denomination. In addition to being a Bishop, they are a pastor, filmmaker, musician, and parent.https://www.revrohrer.com/
2021-09-2847 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 28 // Bishop Megan RohrerMy guest today is the Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer, Bishop of the Sierra Pacific synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Megan is the first openly transgender Bishop in a major Christian denomination. In addition to being a Bishop, they are a pastor, filmmaker, musician, and parent.
https://www.revrohrer.com/
2021-09-2847 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 27 // Melissa Florer-Bixler My guest today is author and pastor Melissa Florer-Bixler. Melissa is the author of How to Have an Enemy: Righteous Anger and the Work of Peace, which looks closely at what the Bible says about enemies--who they are, what they do, and how Jesus and his followers responded to them.https://www.melissaflorerbixler.com/
2021-08-3146 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 27 // Melissa Florer-BixlerMy guest today is author and pastor Melissa Florer-Bixler. Melissa is the author of How to Have an Enemy: Righteous Anger and the Work of Peace, which looks closely at what the Bible says about enemies--who they are, what they do, and how Jesus and his followers responded to them.
https://www.melissaflorerbixler.com/
2021-08-3146 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 26 // Charity Goodwin Our guest this week needs no introduction to our church, The Gathering. However, if you don't know her, Charity Goodwin is the pastor of our Clayton site, a preacher, teacher, coach, and author. We talk about her book "Get Up," and the upcoming sermon series of the same name. charitygoodwin.com
2021-07-0636 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 26 // Charity GoodwinOur guest this week needs no introduction to our church, The Gathering. However, if you don't know her, Charity Goodwin is the pastor of our Clayton site, a preacher, teacher, coach, and author. We talk about her book "Get Up," and the upcoming sermon series of the same name.
charitygoodwin.com
2021-07-0636 min
Pod Have MercyEpisode 56: A CONVERSATION WITH MATT MIOFSKYMatt Miofsky is the Lead Pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis, Missouri. Since Matt founded The Gathering in 2006, it has grown into a thriving multi-site congregation with three locations scattered throughout St. Louis and a vibrant online presence. The Gathering was recently named the 3rd fastest growing United Methodist Church in the U.S.
The guys talk to Matt about vulnerability, how he has led The Gathering through COVID and what we can take with us into the post-pandemic church world.
2021-07-0243 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 25 // Barbara Phifer My guest today is Representative Barbara Phifer, a democrat in Missouri House of Representatives for district 90. Prior to serving the Missouri legislature she was a United Methodist pastor, serving churches for 40 years. Her faith deeply roots her political activism and today I want to talk about that intersection.
2021-06-2950 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 25 // Barbara PhiferMy guest today is Representative Barbara Phifer, a democrat in Missouri House of Representatives for district 90. Prior to serving the Missouri legislature she was a United Methodist pastor, serving churches for 40 years. Her faith deeply roots her political activism and today I want to talk about that intersection.
2021-06-2950 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 24 // Kirk Weaver In the midst of school and sports activities, lessons birthday parties, play dates, parents often wonder how they can make time for church, not just for themselves but for their kids. Many of us want to pass faith along to our kids and maybe we don’t know how to do that or where to find the time. Our guest today is Kirk Weaver and he has made his life‘s mission helping families teach faith to their kids and we’re going to talk about that today.
2021-06-2252 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 24 // Kirk WeaverIn the midst of school and sports activities, lessons birthday parties, play dates, parents often wonder how they can make time for church, not just for themselves but for their kids. Many of us want to pass faith along to our kids and maybe we don’t know how to do that or where to find the time. Our guest today is Kirk Weaver and he has made his life‘s mission helping families teach faith to their kids and we’re going to talk about that today.
2021-06-2252 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 23 // Rev. Dr. Dietra Wise Baker Our guest today is Rev. Dr. Dietra Wise Baker. Dr. Baker is an activist, a teacher, a community organizer, an anti-racist trainer, preacher, and now she brings all of that to bear in her new role as a professor at Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis.
2021-06-1542 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 23 // Rev. Dr. Dietra Wise BakerOur guest today is Rev. Dr. Dietra Wise Baker. Dr. Baker is an activist, a teacher, a community organizer, an anti-racist trainer, preacher, and now she brings all of that to bear in her new role as a professor at Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis.
2021-06-1542 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 22 // Colby MartinOur guest this week is Colby Martin. He is an author, a podcaster, and a co-pastor of Sojourn Grace Collective. He has a story and a journey that a lot of us can resonate with. He experienced the rejection of mainstream Christianity but he found a new home in a more progressive form of Christianity.
https://www.colbymartinonline.com/
https://sojourngrace.com/
2021-06-0852 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 22 // Colby Martin Our guest this week is Colby Martin. He is an author, a podcaster, and a co-pastor of Sojourn Grace Collective. He has a story and a journey that a lot of us can resonate with. He experienced the rejection of mainstream Christianity but he found a new home in a more progressive form of Christianity. https://www.colbymartinonline.com/https://sojourngrace.com/
2021-06-0852 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyAnnouncement // A Small Change Today we announce a new time for The F Word: Conversations on Faith. If you've been listening, you're used to hearing us sometime in the afternoon on Sunday. Now look for us first thing in the morning each Tuesday for your commute! We can't wait to ride along with you.
2021-06-0602 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyAnnouncement // A Small ChangeToday we announce a new time for The F Word: Conversations on Faith. If you've been listening, you're used to hearing us sometime in the afternoon on Sunday. Now look for us first thing in the morning each Tuesday for your commute! We can't wait to ride along with you.
2021-06-0602 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 21 // Bishop Deon K. Johnson As the first openly gay black bishop in the 192 year old Episcopal Diocese of Missouri, Bishop Deon K. Johnson understands the importance of the church welcoming those it has often turned away.
2021-05-3056 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 21 // Bishop Deon K. JohnsonAs the first openly gay black bishop in the 192 year old Episcopal Diocese of Missouri, Bishop Deon K. Johnson understands the importance of the church welcoming those it has often turned away.
2021-05-3056 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 20 // Dr. John Inazu Most of us struggle to get along with people whose beliefs are so different from our own. Politics, religion, and social issues divide us now more than ever. In this episode, I talk to Dr. John Inazu, the Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University in St. Louis. His book Confident Pluralism is all about how to build bridges with people we disagree with while holding on deeply to our own beliefs. http://carverstl.org
2021-05-2358 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 20 // Dr. John InazuMost of us struggle to get along with people whose beliefs are so different from our own. Politics, religion, and social issues divide us now more than ever. In this episode, I talk to Dr. John Inazu, the Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University in St. Louis. His book Confident Pluralism is all about how to build bridges with people we disagree with while holding on deeply to our own beliefs.
http://carverstl.org
2021-05-2358 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 19 // Bill DuvendackPastor Matt speaks with the Rev. Bill Duvendack, author, speaker, teacher, and a 30+ year practitioner and student of the western mysteries.
2021-05-1657 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 19 // Bill Duvendack Pastor Matt speaks with the Rev. Bill Duvendack, author, speaker, teacher, and a 30+ year practitioner and student of the western mysteries.
2021-05-1657 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 18 // Donn Sorensen A brief history of Mother’s Day, and an interview with Donn Sorensen, author, speaker and healthcare executive. We talk about faith and leadership in the midst of COVID-19. https://donnsorensen.com/
2021-05-0954 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 18 // Donn SorensenA brief history of Mother’s Day, and an interview with Donn Sorensen, author, speaker and healthcare executive. We talk about faith and leadership in the midst of COVID-19.
https://donnsorensen.com/
2021-05-0954 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 17 // Jeff Allen May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so this week Pastor Matt is speaking with Jeff Allen, host of the podcast Simple Mental Health and a mental health advocate. Jeff also happens to be the producer of The F Word! Plus Pastor Matt answers more of your questions.Check out the podcast Simple Mental Health at http://simplementalhealth.me
2021-05-0256 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 17 // Jeff AllenMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, so this week Pastor Matt is speaking with Jeff Allen, host of the podcast Simple Mental Health and a mental health advocate. Jeff also happens to be the producer of The F Word! Plus Pastor Matt answers more of your questions.
Check out the podcast Simple Mental Health at http://simplementalhealth.me
2021-05-0256 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 16 // Dr. Jessica Johnson In this packed episode, Pastor Matt reflects on the guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin, and talks about the difference between accountability and justice. Then we will have a conversation with Dr. Jessica Johnson about Christian nationalism and the recent (and weird) critiques of Vice President Kamala Harris from evangelical pastors.
2021-04-2556 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 16 // Dr. Jessica JohnsonIn this packed episode, Pastor Matt reflects on the guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin, and talks about the difference between accountability and justice. Then we will have a conversation with Dr. Jessica Johnson about Christian nationalism and the recent (and weird) critiques of Vice President Kamala Harris from evangelical pastors.
2021-04-2556 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 15 // Dr. Luther E. Smith, Jr. Dr. Luther E. Smith, Jr. is Professor Emeritus of Church and Community at Candler School of Theology at Emory University. His current research focuses on the writings and correspondence of Howard Thurman, advocacy on behalf of children, and a spirituality of hope. Smith is an ordained elder in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
2021-04-1858 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 15 // Dr. Luther E. Smith, Jr.Dr. Luther E. Smith, Jr. is Professor Emeritus of Church and Community at Candler School of Theology at Emory University. His current research focuses on the writings and correspondence of Howard Thurman, advocacy on behalf of children, and a spirituality of hope. Smith is an ordained elder in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
2021-04-1858 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 14 // Chris PondoffPastor Matt talks Easter, the promise of change, and the importance of seeking and accepting help from others. He interviews author, podcaster and addiction/recovery advocate Chris Pondoff and answers listener questions.
2021-04-1155 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 14 // Chris Pondoff Pastor Matt talks Easter, the promise of change, and the importance of seeking and accepting help from others. He interviews author, podcaster and addiction/recovery advocate Chris Pondoff and answers listener questions.
2021-04-1155 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 13 // Dr. Lauren TurekIn the wake of two mass shootings, Pastor Matt talks about how our faith ought to influence our politics around guns. And with the crisis at the border, we talk to Dr. Lauren Turek about how Christians have influenced US foreign policy.
2021-03-2856 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 13 // Dr. Lauren Turek In the wake of two mass shootings, Pastor Matt talks about how our faith ought to influence our politics around guns. And with the crisis at the border, we talk to Dr. Lauren Turek about how Christians have influenced US foreign policy.
2021-03-2856 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 12 // Kadi ColeThe church ought to be resisting misogyny and patriarchy, but often it has contributed to both. This has led at various times to the demonizing of women and an unwillingness to recognize their ability to lead. In this episode, we talk to Kadi Cole about the unique challenges women face in church leadership and how to cultivate more women leaders in our communities of faith.
2021-03-2154 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 12 // Kadi Cole The church ought to be resisting misogyny and patriarchy, but often it has contributed to both. This has led at various times to the demonizing of women and an unwillingness to recognize their ability to lead. In this episode, we talk to Kadi Cole about the unique challenges women face in church leadership and how to cultivate more women leaders in our communities of faith.
2021-03-2154 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 11 // Cori BushShe is a nurse, activist, pastor, and now US Representative from Missouri’s 1st District. This week I talk to Congresswoman Cori Bush about how faith has informed her work, her decision to run for office, and the policies she works for.
2021-03-1455 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 11 // Cori Bush She is a nurse, activist, pastor, and now US Representative from Missouri’s 1st District. This week I talk to Congresswoman Cori Bush about how faith has informed her work, her decision to run for office, and the policies she works for.
2021-03-1455 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 10 // Derek WebbMany of us have had a complicated relationship with faith. Singer/songwriter and leader of a widely popular band Caedmon's Call, Derek Webb spent much time submersed in the Christian subculture of the 90s and 00s. But over time, as he pursued a solo career, his songs drifted outside the norms of what his record label wanted him to be talking about. His own relationship with faith began to be strained until he stopped identifying as Christian altogether. His story resonates with so many who find their relationship to Christianity... complicated.
DerekWebb.com
2021-03-0756 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 10 // Derek Webb Many of us have had a complicated relationship with faith. Singer/songwriter and leader of a widely popular band Caedmon's Call, Derek Webb spent much time submersed in the Christian subculture of the 90s and 00s. But over time, as he pursued a solo career, his songs drifted outside the norms of what his record label wanted him to be talking about. His own relationship with faith began to be strained until he stopped identifying as Christian altogether. His story resonates with so many who find their relationship to Christianity... complicated.DerekWebb.com
2021-03-0756 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 9 // Carol Howard Merritt So many of us have been burned, bored, or hurt by the church. If not, then we likely know someone who has. But a hurtful church experience doesn't have to mean the end of a relationship with God. In this episode, we talk to author and pastor Rev. Carol Howard Merritt about her own complicated journey with the church, her work with those with spiritual wounds, and how many have found healing and connection with God on the other side.
2021-02-2855 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 9 // Carol Howard MerrittSo many of us have been burned, bored, or hurt by the church. If not, then we likely know someone who has. But a hurtful church experience doesn't have to mean the end of a relationship with God. In this episode, we talk to author and pastor Rev. Carol Howard Merritt about her own complicated journey with the church, her work with those with spiritual wounds, and how many have found healing and connection with God on the other side.
2021-02-2855 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 8 // Dr. Robert Enright What is forgiveness? Is forgiveness excusing bad behavior? Does someone have to say sorry for me to forgive them? How do I forgive myself? In this episode, we tackle these questions and more with the preeminent forgiveness expert. Dr. Robert Enright has devoted 40 years to studying forgiveness, how to do it, and the ways it benefits us.
2021-02-2155 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 8 // Dr. Robert EnrightWhat is forgiveness? Is forgiveness excusing bad behavior? Does someone have to say sorry for me to forgive them? How do I forgive myself? In this episode, we tackle these questions and more with the preeminent forgiveness expert. Dr. Robert Enright has devoted 40 years to studying forgiveness, how to do it, and the ways it benefits us.
2021-02-2155 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 7 // Richard Boswell Faith is about relationships - with God, others and ourselves. But relationships are hard, fraught with conflict, and often messy - especially with those closest to us. In this Valentine's Day pod, Matt talks to marriage therapist Richard Boswell about relationship warning signs, conflict, and how to work towards healthier relationships.rbboswell.com
2021-02-1457 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 7 // Richard BoswellFaith is about relationships - with God, others and ourselves. But relationships are hard, fraught with conflict, and often messy - especially with those closest to us. In this Valentine's Day pod, Matt talks to marriage therapist Richard Boswell about relationship warning signs, conflict, and how to work towards healthier relationships.
rbboswell.com
2021-02-1457 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 6 // Jesus, Punk Rock, and Recovering from Rock Bottom All of us have a story with twists and turns, and Josh Caterer is no exception. Growing up in Chicago he started a band called the Smoking Popes. After finding commercial success on the punk rock seen, Josh hit rock bottom when he overdosed after a show. That set him on a path that ultimately led to Jesus, church, and a new relationship with music.
2021-02-0754 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 6 // Jesus, Punk Rock, and Recovering from Rock BottomAll of us have a story with twists and turns, and Josh Caterer is no exception. Growing up in Chicago he started a band called the Smoking Popes. After finding commercial success on the punk rock seen, Josh hit rock bottom when he overdosed after a show. That set him on a path that ultimately led to Jesus, church, and a new relationship with music.
2021-02-0754 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 5 // The Power of RestSo many of us are tired. Not a little tired, but really tired. We think of full schedule is a sign of importance and wear our busyness like a badge of honor. But this not how you are created to live. In this week's episode, we talk with Rabbi Amy Feder about rest and the ancient idea of Sabbath.
2021-01-3155 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 5 // The Power of Rest So many of us are tired. Not a little tired, but really tired. We think of full schedule is a sign of importance and wear our busyness like a badge of honor. But this not how you are created to live. In this week's episode, we talk with Rabbi Amy Feder about rest and the ancient idea of Sabbath.
2021-01-3155 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 4 // The Emotional and Spiritual Side of Job LossWith the pandemic, an unprecedented number of people are losing their jobs, or know someone who is. Transitions like this can be scary and disorienting, but also a time of opportunity. This week's guest author and speaker Dale Kreienkamp will talk about the spiritual and emotional struggle of losing your job and how to support others who might be experiencing it.
Check out Dale's website at DaleKreienkamp.com
w/ John Carney & Dale Kreienkamp
2021-01-2454 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 4 // The Emotional and Spiritual Side of Job Loss With the pandemic, an unprecedented number of people are losing their jobs, or know someone who is. Transitions like this can be scary and disorienting, but also a time of opportunity. This week's guest author and speaker Dale Kreienkamp will talk about the spiritual and emotional struggle of losing your job and how to support others who might be experiencing it.Check out Dale's website at DaleKreienkamp.comw/ John Carney & Dale Kreienkamp
2021-01-2454 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 3 // Faith and Partisan Politics This week Pastor Matt's guest is Dr. Marie Griffith of the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics at Washington University. They're discussing why Christians have been so supportive of Donald Trump, the history of evangelical Christian involvement in partisan politics, and the dangers of mixing the two.
2021-01-1755 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 3 // Faith and Partisan PoliticsThis week Pastor Matt's guest is Dr. Marie Griffith of the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics at Washington University. They're discussing why Christians have been so supportive of Donald Trump, the history of evangelical Christian involvement in partisan politics, and the dangers of mixing the two.
2021-01-1755 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 2 // Failing ForwardPastor Matt invites radio show host John Carney back for week two to discuss failure, what we can learn from it, and how it impacts our faith. Plus, he interviews Dr. Thomas Hoerr, Scholar in Residence @ UMSL and author of Fostering Grit to explore the concept of grit and how we can develop perseverance and resiliency through failure.
2021-01-1053 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 2 // Failing Forward Pastor Matt invites radio show host John Carney back for week two to discuss failure, what we can learn from it, and how it impacts our faith. Plus, he interviews Dr. Thomas Hoerr, Scholar in Residence @ UMSL and author of Fostering Grit to explore the concept of grit and how we can develop perseverance and resiliency through failure.
2021-01-1053 min
The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 1 // Keeping ResolutionsPastor Matt introduces himself and the show. He discusses New Years resolutions with long time friend and radio show host John Carney, and breaks down the keys to keeping those resolutions with Rev. Charity Goodwin.
2021-01-0353 minThe F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt MiofskyEpisode 1 // Keeping Resolutions Pastor Matt introduces himself and the show. He discusses New Years resolutions with long time friend and radio show host John Carney, and breaks down the keys to keeping those resolutions with Rev. Charity Goodwin.
2021-01-0353 min
Skip the SnoozeEpisode 20: A Chat with Pastor MattThis morning we chat with Pastor Matt Miofsky, the lead pastor at the Gathering, to talk about chocolate goodness, all of his high school superlatives, and how people who follow Jesus should think about politics in 2020.Gathering Students Instagram: @gatheringstudentsGathering Students YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgFY1ovJVAO8vNzmQWj9D2gCoreGroup Registration: https://bit.ly/34HiApL
2020-10-2819 min
Church is ChangingField Preachers Episode 14 - Matt Miofsky - The GatheringIn this week's episode of Field Preachers, Matt Miofsky, pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis, Missouri, answers questions posed by others in the church planting world to learn about his innovative approach to planting.
In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to those who didn't have the time or money to sit in a pew and hear the...
2020-01-2922 min
Get Your Spirit in Shape - United Methodist PodcastChange, fear and letting go with Matt MiofskyThe Rev. Matt Miofsky, a United Methodist pastor and the author of Let Go: Move beyond fear into the life God wants for you, discusses ways we can overcome the fear that comes with change.
When transitions happen – whether it is our choice or thrust upon us because of a new job, relationship status, or starting a new adventure – fear can keep us stuck. We overestimate potential problems and costs before they happen. We romanticize the past, and convince ourselves to stay with what we know. We wonder if we can really handle the opportunity God has given...
2019-11-2233 min
Bearded TheologiansBeardcast for 7.25.19 with Rev. Matt MiofskyThis week on the podcast we sat down with Rev. Matt Miofsky and talked about his new book Let Go: Leaning Into The Future Without Fear. It's a great read and would encourage you to pick up wherever you can buy books.
2019-07-2524 min
More Than SundayHappy? - Matt MiofskyWelcome to Season 2 of the More Than Sunday podcast! We begin this leg of our journey with a few questions. What is happiness? And how do we find it? Fortunately, we are the in company of Rev. Matt Miofsky, Lead Pastor at The Gathering - a 12 year old church that is the third fastest growing large United Methodist Church in the country. In addition to his pastoral responsibilities, Matt is also a prolific author - including a book addressing this very topic. He speaks from his experience at The Gathering, including their bold vision, his personal struggle finding his pl...
2019-02-2743 min
Art of the SermonSuccess and Failure - An Interview with Rev. Matt Miofsky - Part 2
Thanks for checking out this episode of Art of the Sermon! Be sure to subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, or your favorite podcast app. If you enjoy this episode, leave a review on our podcast’s page in the iTunes store. This will help others discover the show!
Guest: Rev. Matt Miofsky - Lead Pastor of The Gathering (St. Louis, MO)
Assessing preaching success and failure (0:32)
Success goes to the head, failure to the heart (3:47)
Preaching hard things (9:22)
Most challenging preaching experience (16:13)
Christmas Eve or Easter (17:14)
Impactful communicators (18:36)
2018-04-0526 minArt of the SermonPreaching and Church Growth - An Interview with Rev. Matt Miofsky - Part 1Thanks for checking out this episode of Art of the Sermon! Be sure to subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, or your favorite podcast app. If you enjoy this episode, leave a review on our podcast’s page in the iTunes store. This will help others discover the show!Guest: Rev. Matt Miofsky - Lead Pastor of The Gathering (St. Louis, MO)Introduction to Matt (0:35)Why The Gathering grew early (3:26)Philosophy of preaching (8:20)The future of pr...
2018-03-1524 min
Bearded TheologiansBeardcast for 8.30.17 with special guest Matt MiofskyThis week Matt and Zach bring back Matt Miofsky as he talks about his new book Fail: What to Do When Things Go Wrong
2017-09-0124 min
Bearded TheologiansBeardcast for 3.30.17 with Special Guest Matt MiofskyToday we have the Rev. Matt Miofsky who is the Pastor at The Gathering an United Methodist Church in St. Louis. He wrote a book call happy? what it is and how to find it. You can find it on Amazon and Cokesbury.
2017-03-3030 min
The Creative StickupEpisode 1602: The Creative Stickup w/Matt Miofsky, Lead Pastor, The GatheringTake me to Church.
Matt Miofsky has become a man of God. He leads a vibrant and growing Church in St. Louis. But before all that he was an theoretical math major at Wash U looking for someplace to channel his creativity. Matt talks to Jeff about his journey, his storytelling process and how a quirky spirit can lead you to fulfillment down the road less traveled.
2016-03-0152 min