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Welcome to The Cartographers, a podcast to help Christian leaders map a changing cultural landscape in the 21st century. Join us, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales, Pastor and PhD, as we explore with our guests how to cultivate fruitful and resilient lives and communities.

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How can a robust understanding of our finitude help counter the dangers of individualism? This week, Kelly Kapic joins Bryce and Ashley to discuss how trinitarian theology can deepen our understanding of personhood, how suffering can teach us depende... more

What are the consequences of forgetting what it means to be human? This week, Carl Trueman joins Bryce and Ashley to discuss what it means for humans to be made in the image of God, how community and hospitality can restore our sense of the imago dei... more

What does the self mean for a Christian identity? This week, Angela Franks joins Bryce and Ashley to discuss identity in individuality throughout Christian history and in the Church today, solid versus liquid identity formation, and how body-related ... more

Welcome back! This new season of The Cartographers is exploring individualism, its history, and how the Church can build a community and legacy in which individuals partake in the joys of self and others. In the first episode, Bryce and Ashley outlin... more

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Recent Guests

Carl Trueman
Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Grove City College
Grove City College
Episode: Imago Dei and the Self | A Conversation with Carl Trueman
Angela Franks
Associate professor of theology
Catholic University of America
Episode: Body and Identity | A Conversation with Angela Franks
Abigail Favale
Writer and professor in the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame; author of The Genesis of Gender
University of Notre Dame
Episode: Redeeming Gender | A Conversation with Abigail Favale
Aaron Renn
Writer and author focused on masculinity and Evangelical culture
Independent author / writer on masculinity
Episode: Are Men the Problem? A Conversation with Aaron Renn
Jake Meador
Editor-in-Chief of Mere Orthodoxy; author and speaker
Mere Orthodoxy
Episode: Where are Men Going? A Conversation with Jake Meador
Jeremy Lundgren
Director of Nicolet Bible Institute and professor of theology
Nicolet Bible Institute; Wheaton College
Episode: How Safe Should We Be? A Conversation with Jeremy Lundgren
Sam Allberry
Pastor, apologist, author, and speaker
Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics
Episode: What is a man? A Conversation with Sam Allberry
Chris Bruno
Expert in guiding men into manhood.
Episode: New series: Redeeming Manhood
Sam Albury
Pastor in Nashville.
Episode: New series: Redeeming Manhood

Hosts

Bryce Hales
Host of The Cartographers
Ashley Hales
Co-host of The Cartographers

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Great conversations

    I have loved this podcast. It may be my favorite new podcast of 2023. This is a great resource for church leaders who are trying to make sense of our current ministry landscape.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdeuman
    United States3 years ago
  • Great listen

    Finding Holy is a great podcast hosted by Ashley Hales. Very conversational and relational with thoughtful interviews. I appreciate the topics she addresses and always end each episode encouraged and with good ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BonnieEJ
    United States4 years ago
  • Thought provoking and encouraging

    It’s a joy to listen to Finding Holy each week. I love the thoughtful conversations that take place on a variety of topics, all for the sake of encouraging us in our walks with the Lord.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SandersMusic2
    United States4 years ago
  • Topics are usually just what I need to hear.

    It is like sitting across the tea-table and chatting with my friend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hkbakker
    United States4 years ago
  • A True Treat!

    I love these God-honoring, practical conversations. Ashley’s easy manner and insightful questions draw out deep, thoughtful responses from her guests—all of whom have much wisdom to offer. A true treat!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tamtgonz
    United States4 years ago

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Guest diversity is strong, spanning theology, culture, and gender discussions.
Listeners praise the host's wisdom and the relatable interview style.
Thoughtful and conversational with practical takeaways for ministry.
Episodes are described as encouraging, insightful, and applicable to everyday faith life.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Are Men the Problem? A Conversation with Aaron Renn
Q: What should be the church's role in helping men become more attractive as they pursue marriage and leadership within the family?
The guest argues that attraction is driven by a combination of character, ambition, and visible life plans, not merely biblical virtue; churches should address real-life dynamics such as health, ambition, presence, and responsible leadership rather than offering only sermons about virtue.
Are Men the Problem? A Conversation with Aaron Renn
Q: What led you to begin writing about masculinity in a Christian context, and how has the landscape changed since you started?
Renn explains he observed a rising disconnect between what churches offered and what young men were seeking online, noting influencers and the 'manosphere' drew attention away from traditional church authority; over time his work evolved into frameworks that diagnose cultural trends and offer practical formation.
Body and Identity | A Conversation with Angela Franks
Q: What role does the church play in discernment in the age of AI and online culture?
The church should provide communal, embodied discernment through spiritual direction and wise community input to counteract internet-driven, individualist identities, ensuring deeper spiritual formation.
Body and Identity | A Conversation with Angela Franks
Q: How can churches balance modern conversations about identity with a robust Christian anthropology?
By teaching that human nature has a shared structure under God and guiding people through discernment between good options, rather than simply prescribing external conformity.
Body and Identity | A Conversation with Angela Franks
Q: What is one practical way to begin affirming body and identity in a Christian context without drifting into extreme positions?
Affirm the good you see in people and help them articulate how God's shaping makes them distinct, while guiding them through a framework that keeps identity rooted in God's purposes.

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The show centers Christian leaders and thinkers engaging with guests who explore faith-informed leadership, culture, and community formation in a rapidly changing world. Episodes commonly tackle topics like Christian identity, masculinity, gender, and how biblical frameworks shape practical church life, parenting, and public discourse. A standout pattern is the blend of rigorous theological insight with accessible, actionable takeaways for pastors, lay leaders, and families, often through discussions of culture, technology, and everyday discipleship. The format emphasizes hospitality to diverse perspectives within a Christian frame and aims to help listeners map a resilient path for faith communities amid contemporary challenges.

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