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The ChurchNext Podcast

Chris Yaw
Episcopal Church
Artificial Intelligence
Enneagram
Suicide
Churchnext
End Of Life Planning
Spiritual Legacy
Church Security
Kindness
Christianity
Alzheimer's Disease
Great Vigil Of Easter
Centering Prayer
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Peace
Funeral Industry
Estate Planning
Funeral Practices
Mortality Conversations
Gender Dysphoria

The ChurchNext Podcast is the audio ministry of ChurchNext: we produce online learning experiences that shape disciples Founded in Detroit, ChurchNext launched in August 2013 with 28 online classes on various aspects of faith. Since then, more than 25,000 people from 30+ countries have taken one of ChurchNext’s 300+ courses, which have feature instructors like Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, Archb... more

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Tom runs Diversified Portfolios in Michigan. Here's his autobiography:

I’ve been in the wealth management profession since 1993, and with each passing year, my appreciation for this remarkable field continues to grow. It’s a true privilege to build ... more

Here's an exhaustive bio on Ruth from one of the parishes she serves:

Ruth (she/her) is Hodges-Haynes Professor Emerita of Liturgics at the Church Divinity School of the Pacific, where she also served as Dean of Academic Affairs from 2012-2023. Prio... more

Paddy Lynch is a third generation funeral home director of the highly regarded Lynch and Sons chain of funeral homes

Lisa Hill is a talented nurse educator and end of life expert regarding medical care. She lives and practices with her family in Michigan.

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Tom Post
Founder of a financial services company in Michigan; former parish treasurer
Financial Services Company (Michigan)
Episode: The Good Goodbye: Financial Considerations with Tom Post
Ruth Meyers
Reverend Dr. Ruth Meyers, Episcopal priest and academic
Episcopal Church
Episode: Praying Shapes Believing with Ruth Meyers
Paddy Lynch
Third generation funeral director
Family-owned funeral homes in Michigan
Episode: The Good Goodbye: Funerals with Paddy Lynch
Lisa Hill
Registered nurse and end-of-life educator
Independent/End-of-Life Educator
Episode: The Good Goodbye: Medical Considerations with Lisa Hill
Adam Trambley
Episcopal priest and rector of a congregation
Episcopal Church
Episode: The Good Goodbye: The Spiritual Side with Adam Trambley
Patrick Keyser
Priest serving on the staff of the National Cathedral in Washington, DC
National Cathedral
Episode: Walking the Camino de Santiago with Patrick Keyser
Julia McCray-Goldsmith
Retired dean of the multilingual Episcopal Cathedral in San Jose, California
Episcopal Cathedral, San Jose
Episode: The Fruit of the Spirt: Kindness with Julia McCray-Goldsmith
Joseph Howell
Clinical psychologist, scholar, author
Institute for Conscious Being / Enneagram expert
Episode: Introducing the Enneagram with Joseph Howell
Phil Dinwiddie
Episcopal priest and rector of a church in Michigan
Episcopal Church
Episode: AI for Churches with Phil Dinwiddie

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Chris Yaw
Host of The ChurchNext Podcast
Rochelle Thompson
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4.7 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Recording quality

    Content is very interesting. However the recording quality is distracting. Episode on Benedict had speaker being too low in volume Music was a bit too loud and not used to a positive production

    Moderator too loud and speaker too low so it was harsh when moderator spoke and out of balance with speaker.

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Production quality can vary by episode, with some balance issues noted by listeners.
Guests and topics are consistently rich and insightful for faith-driven audiences.
The show delivers practical takeaways for church communities and individual growth.

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The Good Goodbye: Financial Considerations with Tom Post
Q: What is the role of a power of attorney and why is it important while you are alive?
A power of attorney allows a trusted person to manage your affairs if you are incapacitated, and a medical power of attorney authorizes someone to make healthcare decisions when you cannot communicate.
The Good Goodbye: Financial Considerations with Tom Post
Q: Shall we start with the state basics?
The guest explains that a basic will identifies heirs and assets, while a trust may be used for more complex plans, with a focus on designating a trustee and potential successors to manage assets.
The Good Goodbye: Funerals with Paddy Lynch
Q: Is prepaid funeral planning always the best option?
Not necessarily; while it can ease burden, it may involve commissions and restrictions. It's important to understand the escrow, transferability, and whether it truly fits the family's financial situation.
The Good Goodbye: Funerals with Paddy Lynch
Q: What role does the funeral director play beyond arranging services?
They coordinate the various moving parts—church, medical professionals, cemeteries, and legal matters—acting as a trusted hub to keep families organized and supported.
The Good Goodbye: Funerals with Paddy Lynch
Q: Why should families still hold a funeral when it is often treated as a financial transaction?
Funerals provide a communal space for processing grief, reaffirming connections, and honoring the person who lived, which helps families avoid burying their feelings under logistical tasks.

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A thoughtful program focused on faith, spirituality, and practical church leadership. Conversations span end-of-life planning, liturgy and Holy Week practices, pilgrimage, biblical kindness, personality frameworks like the Enneagram, and how technology—especially AI—can serve congregations. Guests range from Episcopal clergy and theologians to psychologists and church leaders, delivering a mix of theological reflection, historical context, and actionable insights for church life, personal growth, and community building. Notable quirks include a strong emphasis on liturgical tradition, real-world application in parish settings, and an openness to contemporary ethical questions within a faith framework.

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1. Tom Post
2. Ruth Meyers
3. Paddy Lynch
4. Lisa Hill
5. Adam Trambley
6. Patrick Keyser
7. Julia McCray-Goldsmith
8. Joseph Howell

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