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.
Intersection of Whiteness and the Power Dynamics within Evangelical Church Culture with Dr. Ron Ruthruff
When examining the story of Mars Hill, there exists an underexplored theme of race and Whiteness. In his book "After Whiteness," Dr. Willie Jennings defines Whiteness as the embodiment of a self-sufficient man who embodies possession, mastery, and control. Driscoll's...
Patriarchy and Mutuality; Creating Inclusive Faith Communities with Dr. Rose Madrid Swetman
The discussion revolves around the exposed vision of Mark Driscoll, former pastor of Mars Hill, which revealed a patriarchal and toxic theology concerning the roles of men and women.
Deconstruction, Disillusionment and Rebuilding Community with Joel Kiekintveld
How does deconstruction relate to addressing the pain, anger, and disillusionment experienced in the wake of the fall of trusted leaders and churches like Mars Hill? Dr. J. Derek McNeil sheds light on the cyclic process of deconstruction and rebuilding at the institutional level, within our communities, and in our own faith journeys.
Organizational Identity Season Epilogue | Podcast Season 03, Episode 06
In this final episode of our podcast series on Organizational Identity, co-hosts Dr. J. Derek McNeil and Kate Rae Davis, MDiv, revisit the many rich conversations they’ve had with our guests this season and highlight some of the key takeaways for leaders,...
Organizational Identity with Bishop Melissa Skelton | Podcast Season 03, Episode 05
This week we’re talking to Bishop Melissa Skelton, who currently serves as Bishop Provisional for the Diocese of Olympia. In our conversation, we look at understanding the identity of your church, not only at the level of your local congregation but within your...
Organizational Identity with Rick Beaton | Podcast Season 03, Episode 04
When you set out to determine your organization’s identity, there are a few key questions to ask yourself that go beyond your mission or vision statements. This week, we’re joined by CEO and founder of Motis, Rick Beaton, PhD. Rick brings his expertise in people,...
Organizational Identity with Linda Wagener | Podcast Season 03, Episode 03
This week, Kate and Derek are joined by longtime friend, Linda Wagener, PhD, who is the Chief Culture Officer at Blink UX. With over 35 years of experience in organizational leadership, training, and research, her role with Blink is to build a resilient work culture...
Organizational Identity with Gail Song Bantum | Podcast Season 03, Episode 02
Welcome back to Episode 2 of Season 3 of Transforming Engagement, The Podcast. This season, we’re talking about organizational identity and the role of the leader. In this episode, we spoke with Pastor Gail Song Bantum about her identity as a second-generation Korean...
Organizational Identity with Dr. J. Derek McNeil and Kate Rae Davis | Podcast Season 03, Episode 01
We’re starting a new series on the podcast about organizational identity - a topic that, co-host Dr. J. Derek McNeil admits at the beginning of this episode - can sound somewhat dry. But here’s why it’s important: Most of us have some sense of our personal...
Wise Words on Clergy Burnout | Podcast Season 02, Bonus Mini-Episodes
We’re sharing some of our favorite insightful moments from our discussions about Clergy Burnout in Season 2 of the Transforming Engagement podcast. In ten minutes or less per episode, you'll get bite-sized words of wisdom to consider and share. You can listen to these...
