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.
Christ & Cascadia with Rev. Ron Werner | Podcast Season 06, Episode 05
Rev. Ron Werner, Jr. joins Dr. Kate Rae Davis to share his take on ministry in Cascadia and how the musical and cultural influences of the Pacific Northwest have shaped his identity and approach to leadership. Rooted in Oregon since 2005, Ron is the founding Director...
Christ & Cascadia with Tim Soerens | Podcast Season 06, Episode 04
Join 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...
Christ & Cascadia with Rev. Melissa Skelton | Podcast Season 06, Episode 03
As we continue our conversation about the distinctiveness of ministry in the Cascadia region, we’re joined by Rev. Melissa Skelton. Currently serving as the Bishop Provisional in the Diocese of Olympia, Melissa shares her journey from the East Coast to the Cascadia...
Christ & Cascadia with Rev. Emily McGinley | Podcast Season 06, Episode 02
In this season, we're exploring the unique tapestry of the continental Pacific Northwest, known as the "Cascadia" region, and how it shapes ministry. Today, we're joined by Rev. Emily McGinley, who shares her journey from the Midwest to San Francisco and the cultural...
Christ & Cascadia with Rev. Dr. Forrest Inslee | Podcast Season 06, Episode 01
Welcome to a new season of Transforming Engagement, the Podcast! On this podcast, we are dedicated to exploring how each of us can serve God and neighbor in our unique communities and contexts. This season, we’re inviting you into our extended backyard - the unique...
Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout Season Epilogue | Podcast Season 05, Episode 08
As we close this season on Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout, host Rose Madrid Swetman is joined by Kate Rae Davis to engage in a reflective conversation, highlighting key insights and common themes discussed throughout the season. The season has unfolded a spectrum...
Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout with Kurt Rietema | Podcast Season 05, Episode 07
Kurt Rietema joins us with over 14 years of experience leading missional journeys for Youthfront, an almost 80-year-old youth ministry organization, that focuses on camps, youth worker training, and community development. Kurt shares his personal journey,...
Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout with Megan DeWald | Podcast Season 05, Episode 06
“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 This week's guest is Megan...
Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout Panel with Octavia Miller, Joe Phenisee, and Amanda Rigby | Podcast Season 05, Episode 05
If you’re a youth or campus ministry leader - or you have one on your staff - you won’t want to miss this conversation! Join us today as we bring together a vibrant panel of three exceptional leaders in youth and campus ministry: campus coach Octavia Miller,...
Youth & Campus Ministry Burnout with Mark DeVries | Podcast Season 05, Episode 04
In today's episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Mark DeVries, the co-founder of the Ministry Architects and the Center for Youth Ministry Training. Mark brings a wealth of experience, having served as the Associate Pastor for Youth and Their Families at First...