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Epiphany Church ChicagoWhy the Church Needs MenTim Soerens shares thoughts on 1 Corinthians 12, and Epiphany Church looks into why the Church needs men. We learned how the particular hurts of men in our society can be a place of vulnerability rather than masking, and how that allows us to experience the presence, power, and love of God.
2025-10-0616 min
VoxologyLean In: A Conversation About Immigration - What is the Law and How Should the Church Respond? - w/ World ReliefToday's episode is audio from last weeks event: "Lean In: A Conversation About Immigration," a cosponsored, free event between VOXOLOGY and World Relief. Mike Erre and Matthew Soerens delve into the church's role and posture on immigration issues, highlighting their collaboration with World Relief. They discuss the importance of moving beyond policy debates to embrace a posture of empathy and advocacy for immigrant and refugee communities. Through events like "Lean In," they aim to foster conversations that address biblical, legal, and social realities, encouraging listeners to engage actively and compassionately. Join them as they explore how the...
2025-09-011h 22
You Don't Know18. Just Two Heretics - Deconstructed and ThrivingLindsey sits down with mentor and friend Angela to explore how faith, identity, and healing evolve through the process of deconstructing from religious systems.I. Intro (00:00-3:28)II. Meet Ang (3:29-9:45)III. Groundings (9:46-1:00:55)12:20 To what End13:24 Cosmic & Common Wholeness (Grounding 1)27:19 Connection Over Division (Grounding 2)37:31 To Be Known By Love (Grounding 3)44:50 Jesus’ Standards -or- The Church’s Standards (Grounding 4)53:25 Faith In Many Ways (Grounding 5) IV. What About Those Struggling? (1:00:56-1:08:52)V. Outro (1:08:53-1:09:39)
2025-08-261h 09
VoxologyRoman's 13: Give to God What is God'sIs Romans 13 being misused to justify political or social agendas? In this intellectually rich yet accessible discussion, the hosts tackle the challenges of interpreting Romans 13 in the context of faith, politics, and justice. Exploring the tension between government authority and the church's mission to love one's neighbor above all, they delve into nuanced themes like "cruciformity," cultural challenges, and the role of the church in society. Through a thoughtful lens, the episode contrasts Paul's teachings on governance with Jesus' profound declaration to "give to Caesar what is Caesar's and to God what is God's." What does this...
2025-06-301h 02
VoxologyJoyful, Peaceful, and Gracious NoncomplianceHow should Christians approach immigration, justice, and faith in today's cultural climate? In this episode of the Voxology Podcast, Mike and Tim dive into "Joyful, Peaceful, and Gracious Noncompliance," exploring what scripture teaches about welcoming the stranger, showing compassion, and advocating for justice. Drawing on the work of experts like Matthew Soerens and their own reflections, they tackle the complex intersections of cruciformity, faith and politics, and the role of the church in society. Through real-life stories, scripture analysis, and discussions on cultural challenges, they address the dehumanizing language often used in immigration debates, the tension between...
2025-06-161h 29
VoxologyDiscernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not PassiveDiscernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not Passive. On this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford focus on discernment in faith, the essence of Christian identity, and the importance of critiquing ideologies rather than individuals. They emphasize the need for community engagement and humanizing conversations across divides, particularly in the context of immigration and societal issues. Further, Tim and Mike explore the complexities of homelessness, systemic issues, and the role of faith in addressing societal challenges. They discuss the importance of understanding the root causes of homelessness, the church's responsibility in promoting human flourishing, and the significance...
2025-05-1959 min
VoxologyHow Sin and Salvation Shape a Community of Justice (Exile Series)Explore how recognizing sin and salvation as communal realities empowers the church to become a beacon of justice and shalom in a divided world. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the deep-seated issues within modern Christianity, examining the dichotomy between individualistic and communal understandings of faith. They discuss how embracing a communal approach to sin and salvation calls us to prioritize justice, mercy, and empathy as core elements of following Jesus. Key Takeaways: • The Communal Nature of Sin – Understanding how sin disrupts not only our relationship with God but also fractures community and societal stru...
2025-02-031h 07
Spiritual Life and Leadership233. Aligning with God's Work in the World, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus WatsonMarkus Watson and Tod Bolsinger explore how to discern and join in what God is doing in the world. They discuss the importance of humility, recognizing God's ongoing work beyond the church, and adopting practical spiritual disciplines. Tod shares personal practices, like evening prayers of gratitude and a mindset that sees God's activity through the night, to better align with God’s work. They emphasize listening to both God and others to understand the broader context of God's presence and action.Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson discuss this quote from Tim Soerens in Ep 204, How to Cultivate Pr...
2024-09-1008 min
The Common Good PodcastWhat Are People Looking For From Church?Five faith facts about Harris pick Tim Walz, a 'Minnesota Lutheran' Dad Where Tim Walz stands on abortion rights and IVF: a strong supporter Jon Acuff on X: "Have you ever learned a life lesson from a roller coaster ride? No? Buckle up and watch this! https://t.co/SnBbshHwSo" Paul David Tripp on X: "✝️ At the same time, the cross is the worst thing, and the best thing that ever happened! https://t.co/HGNcI1Wjmf" Matthew Soerens on X: "I think this is among the most common misconceptions of evan...
2024-08-0849 min
The Ministry Collaborative PodcastThis Should Not Be Kept a Secret: More with Tim SoerensTMC Staff Adam Borneman and Adam Mixon speak with the Rev. Tim Soerens (The Parish Collective) about God's work of renewal and restoration, the importance of embedded ministry, and why location matters.
2024-05-1519 min
Transforming Engagement: The PodcastChrist & Cascadia |Tim SoerensJoin us for an enriching conversation with Tim Soerens, co-founding executive director of The Parish Collective, as we explore the distinctiveness of ministry in the vibrant Cascadia region. From its breathtaking landscapes to its unique cultural fabric, Cascadia offers a fertile ground for holistic neighborhood flourishing. In this episode, you’ll discover: The essence of holistic neighborhood flourishing and its significance in fostering thriving communities. How the Parish Collective is catalyzing change and innovation in ministry by imagining the common good together. The transformative power of place-based ministry and the importance of...
2024-03-2645 minThe Ministry Collaborative PodcastThe Ancient Call: A Conversation with Tim SoerensWe kick off our six week series "Faith Overflowing with Hope" with TMC Staff Adam Borneman and Adam Mixon in conversation with the Rev. Tim Soerens (The Parish Collective) about getting out of the business of projects, the meaningful lessons of failure, and the importance of living an undivided life before God.
2024-03-1317 min
Spiritual Life and Leadership204. How to Cultivate Presence in Your Community, with Tim Soerens, author of Everywhere You LookWould your neighborhood even notice if your church ceased to exist? I imagine that’s a question many of us have thought about. Maybe you’ve even posed that question to your congregation.Maybe the question should be, as churches, how do we become more present to our neighborhood.? That’s what I talk about in this episode with my guest, Tim Soerens, the author of Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are.Tim walks us through his shift from wanting to be a big church pastor to learning what it means to truly...
2024-02-2038 min
Place MattersThe Dancefloor of the American ChurchIf you believe that the church should be embedded in your neighborhood, how do you know how to do that or what to do once you are?
There are leaders, practitioners, scholars, and advocates around the globe who are struggling with this same thing. And even better news is that some resources and organizations exist solely to help you navigate that challenge.
Joining us today are two of our friends and colleagues from The Parish Collective, a global network whose simple mission is to connect people to the church in the neighborhood. Jose Humphreys III is the author of Seeing Je...
2024-02-091h 02Place MattersThe Dancefloor of the American ChurchIf you believe that the church should be embedded in your neighborhood, how do you know how to do that or what to do once you are?
There are leaders, practitioners, scholars, and advocates around the globe who are struggling with this same thing. And even better news is that some resources and organizations exist solely to help you navigate that challenge.
Joining us today are two of our friends and colleagues from The Parish Collective, a global network whose simple mission is to connect people to the church in the neighborhood. Jose Humphreys III is the author of Seeing Je...
2024-02-091h 02
Placed For A PurposeA Very Real Dare with Tim SoerensSometimes loving our neighbor can feel abstract. Tim Soerens, author of Everywhere You Look: Discovery The Church Right Where You Live joins us to help us understand how connecting to the places we live, our parishes, takes neighboring out of the abstract to a very real dare. As we become more curious about our neighbors, begin noticing where God is at work, and ask him to align our desires for our neighborhood with his...we become part of a movement of ordinary Christians seeking to live out their faith right where they live.Everywhere You...
2024-01-1638 min
Embark On Into A Captivating Full Audiobook While Traveling.The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community by Paul Sparks, Tim Soerens, Dwight J. FriesenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/717151to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community
Author: Paul Sparks, Tim Soerens, Dwight J. Friesen
Narrator: William Sarris
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 23 minutes
Release date: December 26, 2023
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Christianity Today Award of Merit Readers' Choice Awards Honorable Mention Best Books About the Church from Byron Borger, Hearts and Minds Bookstore 'When . . . faith communities begin connecting together, in and for the neighborhood, they learn to depend on God for strength to love, forgive, and show grace like never before. . . . The gospel becomes...
2023-12-265h 23Experience Into A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook While Cooking.The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community by Paul Sparks, Tim Soerens, Dwight J. FriesenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/717151to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community
Author: Paul Sparks, Tim Soerens, Dwight J. Friesen
Narrator: William Sarris
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 23 minutes
Release date: December 26, 2023
Genres: Counseling & Inspirational
Publisher's Summary:
Christianity Today Award of Merit Readers' Choice Awards Honorable Mention Best Books About the Church from Byron Borger, Hearts and Minds Bookstore 'When . . . faith communities begin connecting together, in and for the neighborhood, they learn to depend on God for strength to love, forgive, and show grace like never before. . . . The gospel...
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Title: The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community
Author: Paul Sparks, Tim Soerens, Dwight J. Friesen
Narrator: William Sarris
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 23 minutes
Release date: December 26, 2023
Genres: Counseling & Inspirational
Publisher's Summary:
Christianity Today Award of Merit Readers' Choice Awards Honorable Mention Best Books About the Church from Byron Borger, Hearts and Minds Bookstore 'When . . . faith communities begin connecting together, in and for the neighborhood, they learn to depend on God for strength to love, forgive, and show grace like never before. . . . The gospel...
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Title: The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community
Author: Paul Sparks, Tim Soerens, Dwight J. Friesen
Narrator: William Sarris
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 23 minutes
Release date: December 26, 2023
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Christianity Today Award of Merit Readers' Choice Awards Honorable Mention Best Books About the Church from Byron Borger, Hearts and Minds Bookstore 'When . . . faith communities begin connecting together, in and for the neighborhood, they learn to depend on God for strength to love, forgive, and show grace like never before. . . . The gospel becomes...
2023-12-265h 23
At the Table: Christian Community for the Common GoodEverywhere You Look: A Conversation with Tim SoerensToday’s Episode is a conversation with Tim Soerens, the Co-founding Executive Director of the Parish Collective, an organization that connects people to be the church in the neighborhood. Tim recently wrote a book titled “Everywhere you look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are”, that casts a vision for a church rooted in place and a faith practiced in the small simple practices of our daily lives together. In this conversation, Tim and I talk about his work with the Parish Collective, why place matters, and why presence will always have more impact than performance. Tim is one...
2023-10-041h 05
For EvansvilleS3 Ep16: What is the Church FOR? Dreaming about the future Church.Do you feel restless from the tension between your dreams of what you think the Church could be and the reality of what your church experience is? You're not alone.
In our conversation with Tim Soerens, author of Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church right where you are, we talk about the importance of asking the question, "What is the Church for?"
This hopeful and thoughtful episode has us looking forward to the future of the Church and how we all (not just pastors/leaders) have to daily ask "What is God doing here, right...
2023-10-0252 minThe Common Good PodcastHow long should disgraced pastors be kept out of the pulpit?According to a post from Julie Roys, less than a year after disgraced pastor Tim Armstrong was ousted from his Ohio megachurch he has been hired by a megachurch in Florida... and guest host Steve Coble has an opinion you might not expect. Then, Brian and guest host Steve Coble listen to some unbelievable stories of persecuted Christians around the world from Bible League, an interview with renowned pastor and radio host Alistair Begg, and spend time talking about the new influx of Venezuelans at the U.S./Mexico border with World Relief expert Matthew Soerens. Follow...
2023-09-2735 min
The Quiet Reformation061 - Fatherless Rock Stars - Rewind w/ Tim DoeringNarcissism isn’t the only problem. // Please rate, review, and subscribe.
A podcast from Netzer.org for Pastors, Leaders, and Re-Thinkers of the Jesus Way featuring interviews and teachings on God, the Church, and Everything In Between.
Episode Reference: What’s the Point of the Church Anyway? w/ Tim Soerens
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Aaron Strumpel
Poor Bishop Hooper
Kings Canyon
A podcast from Netzer.org with Tim Doering (vision+networking) and Justin Ryan Boyer (producer) | podcast@netzer.org
2023-07-1813 min
The Holy Post566: Tim Keller, American Poverty, & the Legacy of Rich Mullins with James Bryan Smith Influential pastor, author, and apologist, Tim Keller, passed away last week. We reflect on Keller's ministry and wonder who is filling the shoes of the Christian giants we've lost. A new book about poverty says that the U.S. spends more on welfare than any other country except France, but the majority goes to help the wealthy and middle-class rather than the poor. Why aren't we doing more to end poverty, and is our view of the Bible to blame? Then, it's been 25 years since Rich Mullins died. Skye talks to Mullins' friend James Bryan Smith about the songwriter's...
2023-05-241h 35
Igniting ImaginationLoving our Neighbors Means Loving our Neighborhoods with Pastah JThe last episode of our season on formation begins with co-hosts Lisa Greenwood and Tim Soerens each sharing their top three takeaways from the season. Don’t miss this great season wrap up! And then: We couldn’t imagine a better conversation partner to end this season with than Jonathan Brooks, or as he’s better known, Pastah J, who offers a hopeful vision and powerful challenge for the church to lead the way out of these hard times: practice presence with all neighbors in all neighborhoods. “I don’t actually think that there are ever any God forsake...
2023-02-1555 min
The Quiet Reformation035 - What’s the Point of the Church Anyway? w/ Tim Soerens S4.E2“If we put the church at the center as the why, as the purpose, then it’s actually just about us. The purpose of the church is not us. The purpose of the church is about God and what God’s doing.”
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2023-01-2442 minIgniting ImaginationSpiritual Formation Everywhere You Look with Tim SoerensWe kick off Season 7 of the Igniting Imagination podcast in conversation with pastor and social entrepreneur Tim Soerens about the immense opportunity to reenergize the church today by daring to be “faithfully present” to what God imagines for us in our churches, our neighborhoods, and in our daily lives. The challenges the church faces today are very real, yet Tim shows us a path forward that blends an active spiritual journey with the material realities of daily life. Tim provides insights from his work as well as his experience as a dad with three children. In this conve...
2022-11-1640 minIgniting ImaginationIgniting Imagination Season 7 TrailerThis season on Igniting Imagination host Lisa Greenwood, co-host Tim Soerens, and special guests explore spiritual formation: what is formation and what is the church’s role in formation? Join our email, contact us, and find more resources from Leadership Ministry at tmf-fdn.org
2022-11-1501 min
VoxologyResisting Culture Wars: Engaging Politics the Jesus WayExplore how Christians can navigate the tension between engaging in societal issues and staying faithful to Jesus's teachings without becoming entangled in culture wars. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the challenges of resisting political power grabs, addressing injustice, and embodying a Jesus-like response in a polarized world. Key Takeaways: Resisting Political Idolatry – Understanding the dangers of conflating faith with political power and how it can compromise Christian principles. Engaging Without Culture Wars – Discussing ways Christians can be involved in societal issues without adopting divisive tactics or losing their cruciform posture. Faithful over Effective – Emphasizing the im...
2022-08-2958 min
Igniting ImaginationThe Parish is My World with Coté SoerensCoté Soerens has made her neighborhood in South Park, Seattle her world. She and her husband Tim moved their family into the under-resourced neighborhood with a deep desire to discover God’s dreams for the community and participate in helping those dreams come to fruition alongside their neighbors. Coté started a coffee shop, Resistencia Coffee, that has become a third space for neighbors to gather, to build relationships with one another and to discern next steps towards making their neighborhood thrive. When you listen to Coté tell her story and the story of South Park, you’ll hear how the Spi...
2022-05-1249 min
The Strong Towns PodcastTim Soerens: Reconnecting Churches with Their NeighborhoodsThis week on the Strong Towns Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year by featuring a special guest: Tim Soerens, author and co-founder of the Parish Collective. Last year, Chuck read Tim’s books The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community and Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are—and even recommended them to his priest!
If you’re not Christian or not religious, don’t worry: Tim’s not here to preach, but rather to talk about community, and the position of churches within a community. His organization...
2022-01-0339 min
Spiritual Life and Leadership118. Forecasting and Innovation, with Tom Sine and Dwight Friesen, co-authors of 2020s ForesightDwight Friesen and Tom Sine coach and consult with churches in the area of foresight and innovation. They are alo co-authors of 2020s Foresight: Three Vital Practices for Thriving in a Decade of Accelerating Change.There’s no denying that the world just keeps changing and it feels like the church is constantly playing catch-up.But here’s the thing. We can’t keep playing catch up. We have to start asking not, “How do we need to change to be the church for today?” But, “How do we need to change to be the church for tomor...
2021-12-2146 min
What's Good?Community with Tim Soerens"Small groups of people in the same place over a long time almost always underestimate the change they can influence." -Tim SoerensIn our conversation, we talk about seeing what is good in the world, challenges facing clergy, congregations, and theological education. It might seem like a sprawling range of topics weighted towards the challenges facing church and community, yet I think you'll find a remarkable thread of hope for how people can create, improve and grow community by remaining faithful to a groundedness in both the Gospel and their neighbors. To learn more from an...
2021-10-1345 min
The Embedded Church PodcastJonathan Brooks on Completing the Narrative in Your NeighborhoodIn this episode Sara Joy and Eric interview Jonathan Brooks of Chicago, currently co-pastor at Lawndale Community Church and the former pastor of Caanan Community Church in Englewood and author of Church Forsaken: Practicing Presence in Neglected Neighborhoods. Jonathan tells how his attempt to get out of Englewood by pursuing a career in architecture, led him right back to his old neighborhood where he had to learn to see it with different eyes. "Pastah J" shares about becoming a pastor in the neighborhood where he grew up and discovering that God was very much at work in this neighborhood...
2021-09-2141 min
The DistilleryTim Soerens | On the Move with GodTim Soerens is a pastor and author of the new book Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are. In this episode, hear Tim talk with Dayle Rounds about why he feels hopeful about the American church and what he thinks the church might be called to do in this particular season of the pandemic. They discuss how the church might come to see its purpose not as creating God’s mission but joining it. Tim Soerens is the co-founding director of the Parish Collective, a growing network and global movement of Christians reimagining wha...
2021-05-1438 minThe Ministry Collaborative PodcastEverywhere You Look: A Conversation with Tim SoerensProgram Director Adam Borneman speaks with the Rev. Tim Soerens (The Parish Collective) about his new book, the requirement of paying attention, and the beautiful mess of the North American Church.
2021-04-2117 min
A Bigger TableTim SoerensIn this episode, we talk with Tim Soerens, author of Everywhere You Look, and co-founder of The Parish Collective. If you are hungry for a different way of doing church, this is a great place to start!
2021-03-1746 min
A Bigger TableTim SoerensIn this episode, we talk with Tim Soerens, author of Everywhere You Look, and co-founder of The Parish Collective. If you are hungry for a different way of doing church, this is a great place to start!
2021-03-1746 min
The Church Needs TherapyTim SoerensIn this episode, we talk about the power of place, how spiritual maturity includes joy and loving your enemies, and why being curious is more essential than being helpful.
2021-02-221h 02
Forming Church PodcastThe neighbourhood and the Church with Tim SoerensTim Soerens is the co-founding director of the Parish Collective, a growing network and global movement of Christians reimagining what it means to be the Church in, with, and for the neighborhood.
His latest book is called “Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church, Right Where You Are”. His co-authored first book “The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches Transform Mission, Discipleship, and Community (Intervarsity Press, 2014) won multiple awards, including Christianity Today’s award of merit.
He lives in Seattle, and he and his wife are helping to start South Park Neighborhood Church and are co-founding owners of Resisten...
2020-11-0452 min
Monday Morning PastorS5E8 - Tim Soerens: Kingdom Before Church.We apologize for the lateness of this week's episode, but we are excited to share a fantastic conversation J.R. had with pastor/author Tim Soerens.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-10-2739 min
Unhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterWhat is the Church? (Alan with Tim Soerens)What is the purpose of the church? Why does it exist and what is on God’s heart as far as its aims? As of the airing of this episode, I have not been part of an in-person gathering of church for more than six months. And then many of the portrayals of church in contemporary media are less than encouraging. The emerging generation has been opting out of the church in large numbers as it is.My guest today, Tim Soerens, has written a book called Everywhere You Look to highlight the gracious opportunity that the ti...
2020-10-0536 min
The Do Gooders Podcast62: Discovering the Church right where you are with Tim SoerensHow do you see God at work in your everyday life? How do you view the church? If it's as a place you go on Sunday mornings, then listen up. As Tim Soerens shares this week on The Do Gooders Podcast, the church is more relevant than ever but we must question our default settings in how we pay attention to God at work in our lives.
2020-09-1430 min
The Learner's Corner with Caleb MasonEpisode 180: Tim Soerens On Community Building and How to Be a Good NeighborIn this episode, Caleb talks with Tim Soerens about his latest book, Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are.
2020-09-0447 min
Paperback ReadersPaperback Readers Episode 2
Joe and Julie return to discuss Tim Soerens’s Everywhere You Look and Katherine Applegate’s The One and Only Ivan, as well as the books they have finished on their own over the last two weeks.Books Discussed:The Blood of Emmett Till by Timothy B. TysonAlexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid by John SheaBy the Book by Amanda SellettThe Switch by Beth O’LearyThe Heir Affair by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan...
2020-08-3100 min
The Englewood Review of Books PodcastEpisode 11: Marlena Graves & Tim Soerens (plus a book giveaway!)Jen is joined by Marlena Graves and Tim Soerens for a great conversation about counter-cultural reading practices and listening to voices on the margins. Plus, we are excited to offer a book giveaway sponsored by InterVarsity Press! Check out the episode for details.Marlena Graves is a writer, deep thinker, and speaker passionate about the eternal implications of our life with God. She received her M.Div. from Northeastern Seminary in Rochester, New York, and is pursuing her PhD in American Culture Studies at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. In 2014, she released her first book, A...
2020-08-1034 min
KDKA Radio Flash BriefingsAmplify 8-9 Hour 1Father Rons guest Tim Soerens was unable to join this week but Father Ron still discusses things from Soerens book "Everywhere You Look - Discovering the Church Right Where You Are"
2020-08-1041 min
Things To Talk About At Coffee HourDiscovering the Church Right Where You AreEmerging generations are opting out of the church in large numbers, for many reasons. The related trend towards shrinking and aging congregations has been seen as both an unsettling state of affairs and an important opportunity to foster new ways of doing church. On this episode, we chat with Tim Soerens about a new vision of the church grounded in collaborative communities built by ordinary people. | ABOUT THE GUEST: Tim Soerens is a pastor, social entrepreneur, and co-founding director of the Parish Collective. His latest book is called "Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church, Right Where You Are" | ABOUT...
2020-08-0745 min
Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityEverywhere You Look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are by Tim SoerensPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/434802to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are
Author: Tim Soerens
Narrator: Jim Denison
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 49 minutes
Release date: July 21, 2020
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
What's the point of the church anyway? The emerging generation is opting out of the church in large numbers. They're embarrassed at how the church is portrayed in the media and dismayed at what appears to be their options for participation. Is church really necessary anymore? Is it even possible? Tim Soerens sees this unsettled state of affairs as an...
2020-07-213h 49
Pastor Resources PodcastThe Good News Of The ApocalypseThe other night I found myself having thoughts that were……. apocalyptic. I know the news is constantly talking about potential worst-case scenarios as the entire world adapts to the novel corona virus. But, my thoughts were a little different. Let me explain.
My 3-year-old Joaquín was being his usual goofy self, playing with a foam airplane that our next-door neighbor gave him.
Tim Soerens is a pastor, social entrepreneur, co-founding director of the Parish Collective, and author of the new book “Everywhere You Look: Discovering the Church, Right Where You Are”
2020-04-1703 minVoxologyPolitics of the Marginalized: Reclaiming Justice, Economics, and the Voice of the Oppressed - w/ Don GoldenHow the biblical pattern of liberation empowers us to confront economic injustice, redefine power, and co-create a more just world. In this dynamic episode of Voxology, Bonnie and Tim are joined by Don Golden—author, activist, theologian, and leader in faith-centered impact investing. Don brings decades of experience in international relief, political advocacy, and theological reflection to guide a conversation that challenges listeners to think deeply about what it means to be God's liberating people in today's complex world. From Exodus to economics, Don unpacks a prophetic framework of four biblical locations—Egypt, Sinai, Jerusalem, and Babylon—that m...
2020-02-241h 06The Embedded Church PodcastSupporting the Neighborhood StoryOn this episode, Stephanie Williams O’Brien, Co-lead Pastor of Mill City Church in Minneapolis, MN, tells about being a church that meets in a local school and the creative partnerships they’ve formed to address the needs of local students. The non-profit, The Sheridan Story, formed by the church has now grown from an individual church initiative to a replicable model being implemented by churches across the Twin Cities to serve the students of local schools. She highlights the value of seeing their church as supportive actors in the story God is already telling on the ground in the...
2019-10-2242 minVoxologyUnderstanding the Bible's Call to Welcome Immigrants - w/ Matthew SoerensHow the biblical command to love the stranger challenges political assumptions, reshapes our view of immigration, and offers a new path forward. Mike, Tim, and Bonnie launch the Immigration Series by welcoming Matthew Soerens, author of "Welcoming the Stranger" and U.S. Director of Church Mobilization with World Relief, for a thoughtful, honest, and compassionate discussion at the intersection of faith, politics, and immigration. Matthew breaks down decades of policy confusion and popular misconceptions while calling Christians back to foundational biblical truths. Drawing from Scripture and real-life examples, this episode explores what it means to love our...
2019-07-151h 03
Lectio CascadiaNeighborly (Acts 9:36-43)Reading: Acts 9:36-43
I would never have caught the neighborly theme of this episode if it weren't for my friends at the Parish Collective, namely Tim Soerens, Paul Sparks, and Dr. Dwight Friesen. Give them a follow and a shout-out for leading hundreds of folks across the continent in sacred reading exercises of this story of Dorcas.
Music from https://filmmusic.io:
"Shamanistic" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
Licence: CC BY
2019-05-1011 min
Why IT Matters Podcast with Leroy BarberEpisode 25: Meet Tim SoerensWhat is church to you? What does church in the neighborhood look like? Whats ABCD or assets based community development? What is social capital? All of these questions and much more will be explored on this episode with guest Tim Soerens of the Parish Collective!
Tim Soerens is an author, speaker, social entrepreneur, and co-founding director of the Parish Collective. As co-director of the Parish Collective he convenes ministry leaders, teaches, and consults with organizations seeking human flourishing in particular neighborhoods while also working collaboratively across the city. He is the co-author of The N...
2019-04-2227 min
The Learner's Corner with Caleb MasonEpisode 101: What We've Learned From Our First 100 EpisodesIn this episode, Caleb and Todd reflect back on the podcast's first 100 episodes. They talk about what's most impacted them and what they've learned.
Links Mentioned
Episode 012: Women in Leadership with Brenda Young
Episode 016: The Struggle of Race Relations with Stephen Johnson
Episode 021: Ethnic Diversity Within The Church With James Talbert
Episode 030: Clay Scroggins On How To Lead When You're Not In Charge
Episode 035: Together Conference with James Talbert, Skyler Roberson, and Zac Kohl
Episode 053: Jeff Henderson On How To Be For Your Community, Marketing...
2018-10-0243 min
Signal: Christians In MediaJune 2018 - The Immigration Debate feat. Matt SoerensThis month James speaks with Matt Soerens from World Relief about the rerelease of his book, Welcoming The Stranger looking at the issue of the Immigration Debate in the US and the recent changes to the Child Separation Policy.We also catch up with Tim Plyming about the TOG Studios, a new space in central London for creators.Don't forget to register for the Church & Media Conference on October 18th at www.themedianet.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-06-3032 minVoxologyQuoting Romans 13: When the Bible Is Misused to Silence Christians (Paul and Politics Special Episode)How misinterpreting Romans 13 distorts Christian witness and enables injustice. In a special midweek commentary episode, Mike Erre breaks down Attorney General Jeff Sessions' and Sarah Huckabee Sanders' use of Romans 13 to justify controversial immigration policies—specifically, the separation of families at the border. Mike dives deep into scripture, unpacking why proof-texting Romans 13 is both theologically inaccurate and spiritually dangerous. This episode is part of our ongoing Paul and Politics series. Key Takeaways: • Quoting Scripture Out of Context — Mike critiques how Romans 13 has been misused historically to justify slavery, apartheid, and now immigration policies. • Biblical Foundation for Immigrant Care — T...
2018-06-1543 min
What Are You Reading?Chapter 4: "The Best for the Most" - Tim Isaacson
Immigration Advocate Tim Isaacson tells us how he went from working with the CDC to pastoring a church to legal advocacy for immigrants. He talks about the books that influenced him along the way, and why Evangelicals sometimes miss out on the chance to love their immigrant neighbors.SUBSCRIBE:Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Soundcloud | Pocket Casts | RSS FeedBOOKS DISCUSSED:The Gunslinger by Stephen KingThe Earthsea Series by Ursula K. Le GuinThe Word For World is Forest by Ursula K. Le GuinYour Cat's Jus...
2017-07-2822 min
What Are You Reading?Chapter 4: "The Best for the Most" - Tim Isaacson
Immigration Advocate Tim Isaacson tells us how he went from working with the CDC to pastoring a church to legal advocacy for immigrants. He talks about the books that influenced him along the way, and why Evangelicals sometimes miss out on the chance to love their immigrant neighbors.SUBSCRIBE:Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Soundcloud | Pocket Casts | RSS FeedBOOKS DISCUSSED:The Gunslinger by Stephen KingThe Earthsea Series by Ursula K. Le GuinThe Word For World is Forest by Ursula K. Le GuinYour Cat's Just Not That Into You: What...
2017-07-2822 minVoxologyFaith and Disorientation: Stages of Spiritual Growth and Worship in the Psalms (Psalm Series)How the raw honesty of the Psalms offers a roadmap for navigating spiritual maturity, emotional turmoil, and the disruptive journey of faith. Mike Erre and Andy dive into Walter Brueggemann's framework for categorizing Psalms—orientation, disorientation, and reorientation—and explore how this mirrors the spiritual stages articulated by M. Scott Peck. This episode is a heartfelt journey through belief, suffering, and the surprising grace found in facing doubt and darkness head-on. Key Takeaways: • Understanding Brueggemann's Psalm Categories – Orientation celebrates settled, clear faith; disorientation confronts chaos, lament, and abandonment; reorientation emerges through surprise, hope, and restored relationship. • From Stage 2 to...
2017-01-3055 min
2016-07-2842 min
Praxis PodcastChris Smith and Tim Soerens interviewChris Smith and Tim Soerens sat down with Aaron and Adrianna at Wild Goose 2014 to talk about their books, Slow Church and The New Parish.
2014-09-211h 11