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Ministry in a Secular Age featuring Dr. Andrew Root

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Ministry in a Secular Age featuring Dr. Andrew Root. A ministry podcast for the Secular Age.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes72Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Andy and Derek discuss the complexities of ministering in communities, transparency, and whether the minister's personal life is the business of the congregation

Most churches talk about how they "want more young people".  Andy and Derek dive into why age has become the metric for whether a church has a future and how this isn't really what holds churches together.

Andy answers a listener e-mail about "being as becoming", the difference it makes for those in ministry, and how it shapes and transforms our understanding about how God moves and acts in the secular age.

What does a private baptism request have to do with your podcast feed? More than you'd think.

Derek and Andy unpack what happens when we try to optimize faith, remove friction and obligation, and whether what's left can still be called community at ... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Root
Theologian and author
Author of Bail and the Gods of More
Episode: Being as Becoming
Dr. Andrew Root
Theologian and guest on the episode
Director of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church? (not explicitly stated; inferred as a theologian guest)
Episode: Much Ado About Grieving

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Derek Tronsgaard
Host of the show; handles production notes and participates in theological discussion; associated with self-hosted production with support from Luther Seminary and Baker Academic
Dr. Andrew Root
Co-host and guest on ministry topics; theologian and author frequently speaking on practical theology and church leadership

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Makes me think

    I really like the way this podcast makes me think, without some of the fluff of other similar podcasts. It’s direct and honest and good for the soul. The one thing I *don’t* like about this podcast is the mention of Amazon at the end of every episode. Do you have a sponsorship deal? Surely this is one of the ways the church and the world isn’t working very well at the moment… Maybe this is something to discuss? :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karen-not-a-Karen
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Please fix sound levels!

    Just found this podcast and am listening from the beginning. Love the content, but the differences in volumes makes it hard to listen to. Andrew’s voice is consistently quieter which makes it reeaallly hard to listen while mowing 🤣. Thanks for the content! Just fix the sound levels. The louder the better really.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sshaf31
    United States3 years ago
  • Essential listening in 2020

    Root brings us the stories and ideas that we need for these chaotic times. He gives the listener direct and concrete ways to rethink how we do church. I've bought three of Root’a books, and this podcast is an excellent addition to his written work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    55 Elgin
    Canada6 years ago
  • Absorbingly Fascinating

    This podcast with Andrew Root and Derek Tronsgard is eminently listenable. It is also hugely informative and very inspiring. So much of what they share makes sense in a way very little other theology or reflection does. It has helped me make sense of my own faith journey, as well as allowing deep reflection on my practise as a minister. This is for anyone interested in thinking about the Christian Faith or, actually, just being human in the21st century.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FeeJayR
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Sound and substance

    This podcast has a lot of great information that is relative to youth ministry. I love Andrew roots insights and reflections. However, they need a sound editor. Sound volume can go from 1 to a 10 within the span of a single sentence. Still worth your time, just have your hand near the volume to adjust as you go.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    nchristians
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners praise the thoughtful, grounded theological discussions and practical ministry insights.

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Sorry For Your Convenience
Q: Why is baptism framed as a public, communal act rather than a private ceremony?
Because baptism signifies belonging to the body of Christ and the community bears responsibility for the child's upbringing, making it inseparable from the church's life and witness.
Being as Becoming
Q: So Andy, what do you got?
The host asks for a synthesis of the concept and its pastoral implications, and the guest responds by tracing God's being as becoming through major theological lines, emphasizing that God's action in preaching, community, and neighbor-love is where transformation happens.
In God We Trust (But Also Money!)
Q: How do you talk about God moving between the is and the ought the same way that money does?
We have to think about how we deal with money throughout the Christian tradition, as it is deeply interconnected with our views of eternity and stewardship.
Empire State of Mind
Q: What's the gospel, then?
The discussion emphasizes that the Gospel should be understood not merely as an idea but as a revealing encounter with God.
Empire State of Mind
Q: Would Reith then say Christianity is a relic of second culture?
It presents an open question about Christianity's relevance in third and potential fourth cultural contexts.

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A thoughtful, theology-forward show that surveys how faith and ministry operate in a secular age. Episodes frequently explore how God is understood and made evident through action in the world, the role of communal life and baptism, and how technology, culture, and politics shape pastoral leadership. Guests typically include theologians, church leaders, and authors who bridge doctrine with practical ministry, offering concrete guidance for pastors, educators, and lay leaders navigating modern realities. A standout aspect is the blend of philosophy, biblical reflection, and real-world caregiving, often grounding big ideas in actionable pastoral practice and public discourse. Potential listeners will likely find it stimulating if they value t... more

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