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This Is Not Church Podcast

This Is Not Church
Deconstruction
Evangelicalism
LGBTQ+ Rights
Christianity
Conversion Therapy
Queer Identity
Spirituality
Christian Values
Shame
Social Justice
Theology
Mental Health
Holocaust Studies
Moral Injury
LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ Rights
Meditation
Knock At the Sky
Genesis
LGBTQIA+

This Is Not Church podcast offers a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the intersections between deconstruction, activism, spirituality, and the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as vital issues like Black Lives Matter and First Nations' rights. Hosted by passionate individuals who are dedicated to fostering open and inclusive conversations, this podcast delves into the complex journey of d... more

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Recent Guests

David Dault
Author and educator, teaches in the Institute of Pastoral Studies at Loyola University in Chicago
Loyola University
Episode: The Accessorized Bible: A Conversation With David Dault
John Philip Newell
Celtic teacher and author, advocating for the sacredness of Earth and humanity
Episode: January Rebroadcast: A Conversation With John Philip Newell
Meggan Watterson
Renowned feminist theologian and author of 'The Girl Who Baptized Herself'
Author and creator of The House of Mary Magdalene
Episode: The Girl Who Baptized Herself: A Conversation With Meggan Watterson
Christine Tracy
Writer, journalist, rhetorician, and Teilhard scholar.
Episode: Just Trust Life: A Conversation with Christine Tracy
Kelley Nikondeha
Writer, liberation theologian, and community development practitioner
Episode: Jubilee Economics: A Conversation With Kelley Nikondeha
Steph Catudal
A trained interpersonal mediator and author
Episode: December Rebroadcast - Everything All At Once: A Conversation With Steph Catudal
Julia Matallana Freedman
Reverend and author of 'Sanctuary of Healing, Transforming Churches into Trauma-Informed Spaces'
Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Rhode Island
Episode: Sanctuary Of Healing: A Conversation With Julia Matallana Freedman
Greg Carey
Professor of New Testament at Moravian University School of Theology
Moravian University
Episode: Rereading Revelation: A Conversation With Greg Carey
Kristina Frugé
Director of Congregational and Community Initiatives with Augsburg University's Riverside Innovation Hub, editor of Hungry For Hope.
Augsburg University
Episode: Hungry For Hope: A Conversation With Kristina Frugé

Hosts

Bethany Shea
Co-host of This Is Not Church, bringing insights from her experiences and passions around faith and social justice.
John Turney
Co-host of This Is Not Church, committed to discussing faith and its intersections with culture and politics.
Nat Turney
Co-host of This Is Not Church, exploring themes surrounding faith deconstruction and inclusion.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Honest

    Asks the tough questions. Christians need to learn to accept that faith means answering most questions with “I don’t know” and erring on the side of love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mk6six
    United States10 months ago
  • Ballsy Christian Honesty

    Educated Christians with the guts to say and question anything. Thought provoking work that helps broaden my idea sphere and thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    keltygirl
    United States3 years ago
  • Thought-provoking, encouraging, and challenging!

    I have thoroughly enjoyed this podcast since its inception. Jon and Nat not only share honest and often funny conversations with each other, they do a brilliant job of bringing out the best in their guests. And the range of views and expressions of faith/spiritually in their guests is refreshing! I don’t think I’ve heard an episode yet from which I haven’t come away feel enriched mentally, emotionally, spiritually, or all three. Keep up the great work, guys! ~~~Joni

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JondeeH
    United States4 years ago
  • Best guests

    I love this podcast. The Turney bros. get the best guests. Ask great questions. Couldn't ask for more. Thanks guys!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveyTee
    Australia4 years ago
  • Love the honesty & sincerity!

    More people & podcasts are talking these days about the things Jesus taught (in the 4 gospels), but there are a few of his teachings that almost never get serious coverage. Several references (EXCLUDING the “rich young ruler”) are made in Luke about selling all of one’s possessions & giving to the poor and then this teaching is shown to be taken seriously by the time we get to the book of Acts (end of chapters 2 & 4).

    Another powerful & often neglected paradigm-changing (IF taken at face value... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mt.6:24
    United States5 years ago

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Engaging and thought-provoking discussions that encourage openness and honesty.
Listeners appreciate the focus on impactful narratives and personal journeys.
Candid conversations exploring the complexities of spirituality and social issues.
Guests are well-chosen, offering varied perspectives on faith and activism.
High-quality content that resonates deeply in today's sociopolitical landscape.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

January Rebroadcast: A Conversation With John Philip Newell
Q: How do you perceive the transition away from organized religion?
He emphasizes the need for a new emergent experience in spirituality, expressing his commitment to finding community and connection beyond traditional structures.
January Rebroadcast: A Conversation With John Philip Newell
Q: What does living in the wilderness look like in your daily life?
Newell discusses his morning meditation practice as foundational to his day and the importance of communal experiences in spiritual practice.
January Rebroadcast: A Conversation With John Philip Newell
Q: What is your spiritual journey and how has it evolved over time?
Newell describes his upbringing in a conservative evangelical family and highlights his gratitude for the tradition's emphasis on the heart, while also expressing the need for a deeper connection with nature.
The Accessorized Bible: A Conversation With David Dault
Q: What does it look like for you to spend time with people who are not the hero?
I try to understand that the impoverished experience and I share their struggles without positioning myself as their savior. It's about building community and raising their voices, as I acknowledge my own privilege and complicity.
The Accessorized Bible: A Conversation With David Dault
Q: What are some good sources to utilize that aren't full of biases?
We approach this with fear and trembling and recognize that there is no perfect place without biases; it requires self-awareness about the roles we play in the narratives and who we see ourselves aligning with.

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2. John Philip Newell
3. Meggan Watterson
4. Christine Tracy
5. Kelley Nikondeha
6. Steph Catudal
7. Julia Matallana Freedman
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