Introduction to Youth and Campus Ministry Burnout Podcast with Matt Wiggins

by Center for Transforming Engagement | Nov 14, 2023 | Transforming Engagement: the Podcast

Welcome to a brand new season of Transforming Engagement, the Podcast! This time, we’re diving deep into a topic that’s been a long time coming – Youth and Campus Ministry Burnout. We open this season with a special guest, Matt Wiggins, who sparked our...

Disillusionment with Ministry

by Center for Transforming Engagement | Nov 13, 2023 | Downloads

If you’re feeling disillusioned with ministry, know that you’re not alone. Before you start thinking about drafting a resignation, we inivte you to download our latest free resource, Disillusionment with Ministry: 4 ways to renew your purpose in the midst...

Humanizing Pastors: A Focus on Clergy Suicide Prevention

by Center for Transforming Engagement | Sep 8, 2023 | Downloads

Pastors may struggle with suicidal thoughts. September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and provide support to individuals who may be struggling with their mental health. While it might come as a surprise to some, it’s important to...

Church After Mars Hill – Where Do We Go Now? with Joel Kiekintveld

by Center for Transforming Engagement | Aug 8, 2023 | Transforming Engagement: the Podcast

  As we come to the close of this conversation about The Church After Mars Hill, and the end of this season of the podcast, what are we to do now? This season, we’ve considered a number of aspects of the Mars Hill story: Patriarchy and mutuality. Whiteness and...

Characteristics of Toxic Church Culture with Dr. Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer

by Center for Transforming Engagement | Aug 1, 2023 | Transforming Engagement: the Podcast

In toxic church cultures such as Mars Hill or Willow Creek, the marks include narcissism, fear, institution creep, false narratives, loyalty culture, celebrity culture, and a focus on leadership culture. On the other hand, tov cultures are characterized by empathy,...