The Center for Transforming Engagement Podcast
Center staff hosts conversations about changes that serve a common good — and a higher good.
We talk with ministry leaders, counselors, academics, practitioners, and more to learn about how change happens as we pursue transforming engagement. Each season explores a single aspect of transforming engagement.
The Transformative Power of Place-Based Ministry with Tim Soerens | Christ & Cascadia
Tim Soerens joins the Center’s podcast to talk about challenges and opportunities of ministry in Cascadia and how place based ministry produces thriving community
Discovering Innovative Ministry Models within Congregational Traditions with Rev. Melissa Skelton | Christ & Cascadia
Rev. Melissa Skelton talks embracing nature’s influence, navigating cultural nuance in the ministry, discovering innovative ministry ideas and reflecting on congregational fundamentals.
Understanding Cultural and Religious Contexts in Ministry with Rev. Emily McGinley | Christ & Cascadia
Rev. Emily McGinley joins the Center’s podcast to dive deep into understanding cultural and religious contexts, intersectionality in Ministry, balancing idealism with realism, and engaging with contemporary issues in ministry.
Serving God and Community in Our Unique Culture with Dr. Forrest Inslee | Christ & Cascadia
On this podcast, we are dedicated to exploring how each of us can serve God and neighbor in our unique communities and contexts.
Reflective Conversation Around Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout
The season has unfolded a spectrum of challenges faced by those in youth and campus ministry, ranging from the struggles of maintaining work-life balance to the emotional toll of guiding young individuals through pivotal life stages. Host Rose Madrid Swetman and Kate Rae Davis recap the season.
Establishing Boundaries and Protecting Well Being with Kurt Rietema | Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout
Youth ministry leaders can experience enmeshed relationships that can contribute to burnout or experiencing vicarious trauma. Kurt Rietema talks boundaries and wellbeing
Imagining a New Youth Ministry to Better Serve the Leaders and the Youth with Megan DeWald | Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout
“So often in youth ministry, we think that it’s our job to do ministry at young people. Sometimes we’re doing youth ministry for them, but what we really encourage people to think about is how do we do ministry with them?” -Megan DeWald
Leadership Panel with Coach Octavia Miller, Pastor Joe Phenisee, and Rev. Amanda Rigby | Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout
In this podcast episode, The Center brings together three leaders in Youth ministry Octavia Miller, Joe Phenisee, and Amanda Rigby
Creating a Healthy Culture in Youth Ministry with Mark DeVries | Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout
Mark DeVries shares his story on our podcast – his own experience of burnout, the need for youth leaders to have support and creating a healthy culture
Connecting Youth Ministry Leaders and Mental Health Professionals with Rev. Amanda Rigby and Dr. Elizabeth Watters | Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout
In our country, the undeniable truth is that a mental health crisis is profoundly affecting youth and families. What if there was a more robust connection between youth ministry leaders and mental health professionals? Could this create a supportive environment for young people and those caring for them?