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This Cultural Moment

ByBridgetown Church & Red Church
28 episodes

Podcast Summary

"This Cultural Moment" is a thought-provoking podcast that navigates the complexities of following Jesus in a rapidly evolving post-Christian world. Produced in collaboration between Bridgetown Church in Portland and Red Church in Melbourne, this series offers deep insights into contemporary faith challenges and cultural phenomena. Each episode features engaging discussions with renowned guests, including theologians, authors, and cultural commentators who share their perspectives on faith, identity, and community in today’s society. Listeners can expect rich dialogues that tackle pressing issues, such as the role of spirituality in a secular age, the intersection of faith and politics, and navigating cultural shifts with grace and wisdom. With its unique blend of theological depth and cultural relevance, "This Cultural Moment" invites you to explore what it means to live out your faith authentically and meaningfully amidst the challenges of modern life. Tune in for enlightening conversations that inspire and provoke thought.

#1

This Cultural Moment Live in Melbourne, Australia Pt.2

Part 2 of This Cultural Moment recorded Live in Melbourne, Australia.

2020-03-1143mins
#2

This Cultural Moment Live in Melbourne, Australia Pt.1

Part 1 of This Cultural Moment recorded live in Melbourne, Australia.

2020-03-0435mins
#3

Q&A with Mark Sayers, Jon Tyson, and Pete Hughes

In this one-off “bonus episode,” we listen in on a Q&A with Mark Sayers of Melbourne, Jon Tyson of New York, and Pete Hughes of London, moderated by Todd Proctor at the Alpha leadership conference.

2019-10-1631mins
#4

This Cultural Moment Live at Wildfires in the UK

This Cultural Moment recorded live at the Wildfires festival in the UK.

2019-06-1147mins
#5

An Interview with Jon Tyson from NYC

We sit down with Jon Tyson from Church of the City in New York.

2019-05-2836mins
#6

The Portland Sessions: Part 6

Part 6 of The Portland Sessions, excerpts from a mini-conference of pastors and church leaders. Mark Sayers teaches on the future and health of the church in the west, while framing our cultural moment and discussing what God may be up to. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week.

2019-03-1929mins
#7

The Portland Sessions: Part 5

Part 5 of The Portland Sessions, excerpts from a mini-conference of pastors and church leaders. Mark Sayers teaches on the future and health of the church in the west, while framing our cultural moment and discussing what God may be up to. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week.

2019-03-1211mins
#8

The Portland Sessions: Part 4

Part 4 of The Portland Sessions, excerpts from a mini-conference of pastors and church leaders. Mark Sayers teaches on the future and health of the church in the west, while framing our cultural moment and discussing what God may be up to. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week.

2019-03-0515mins

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#9

The Portland Sessions: Part 3

Part 3 of The Portland Sessions, excerpts from a mini-conference of pastors and church leaders. Mark Sayers teaches on the future and health of the church in the west, while framing our cultural moment and discussing what God may be up to. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week.

2019-02-2611mins
#10

The Portland Sessions: Part 2

Part 2 of The Portland Sessions, excerpts from a mini-conference of pastors and church leaders. Mark Sayers teaches on the future and health of the church in the west, while framing our cultural moment and discussing what God may be up to. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week.

2019-02-1933mins
#11

The Portland Sessions: Part 1

Part 1 of The Portland Sessions, excerpts from a mini-conference of pastors and church leaders. Mark Sayers teaches on the future and health of the church in the west, while framing our cultural moment and discussing what God may be up to. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week.

2019-02-1221mins
#12

Atomization, South Koreans Eating Alone, and the Emergence of DIY Spirituality

Episode 7 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion.

2018-12-1830mins
#13

You Are Not A Rational, Autonomous Self

Episode 6 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion.

2018-12-1131mins
#14

Soft Power, Dirty War, and Russian YouTube Videos

Episode 5 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion.

2018-12-0425mins
#15

The Secular Salvation Schema

Episode 4 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-11-2723mins
#16

True Individuality is Found in Dying to Self (and Other Things You Don't Hear on the Street)

Episode 3 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-11-2027mins
#17

Donald Trump, Elites, and Japanese Marketing From the 90's

Episode 2 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-11-1325mins
#18

Millennials at Fox News, Satanists, and the Fallout of Deconstructionism

Episode 1 from Season 3 titled, "What is Deconstructionism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-11-0626mins
#19

Charles Simeon was a Dandy (or Unlikely People Change the World)

Episode 5 from Season 2 titled, "What is Secularism?" In the final episode of season two, we tie off our conversation on revival with Mark’s summary of the four patterns of spiritual awakenings. Along the way, we nerd out on the past, and dream for the future.

2018-06-2628mins
#20

Case Study (Part Two): Pete Hughes of KXC in London

Episode 4 from Season 2 titled, "What is Secularism?" We continue our conversation with Pete Hughes on the hope of revival in the face of a cultural crisis.

2018-06-1925mins
#21

Case Study (Part One): Pete Hughes of KXC in London

Episode 3 from Season 2 titled, "What is Secularism?" One of the best pastors we know, of one of the best churches we know, in one of the most difficult cities we know; Pete Hughes fields questions on the kind of church that thrives in a secular society.

2018-06-1219mins
#22

The Digital Nervous System, Ambient Anxiety, and Other Cool Stuff Mark Says

Episode 2 from Season 2 titled, "What is Secularism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-06-0522mins
#23

What is Secularism?

Episode 1 from Season 2 titled, "What is Secularism?" Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-05-2914mins

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#24

The Myth of the West's Long, Slow, Inevitable Descent into Secularism

From Season 1 titled, "What is Post-Christian Culture?" In our final episode, we explore the complicated past of the Western world and look to its future.

2018-03-0625mins
#25

Progressives as The New Pharisees and The Immorality of The Christian Sex Ethic

From Season 1 titled, "What is Post-Christian Culture?" In our fourth episode of This Cultural Moment, we continue our discussion from the previous episodes. Be sure to listen to all the past epsiodes of Season 1.

2018-02-2729mins
#26

Frankenstein, Sexy Communist Spies, and the Rise of Digital Capitalism

From Season 1 titled, "What is Post-Christian Culture?" In our third episode of This Cultural Moment, we discuss the idea of relevance vs resilience. How should the people of Jesus remain faithful to the way of Jesus in a changing world?

2018-02-2027mins
#27

Lesslie Newbigin Riding a Bus Home From India in 1974

From Season 1 titled, "What is Post-Christian Culture?" In our second episode of This Cultural Moment, we continue our conversation on how followers of Jesus are meant to engage the secular, progress, post-christian culture in which we live. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-02-1317mins
#28

What is Post-Christian Culture?

From Season 1 titled, "What is Post-Christian Culture?" In our very first episode of This Cultural Moment, we explore the secular, progressive, post-christian culture in which we live and ask how followers of Jesus are meant to engage. Be sure to subscribe and listen along each week as we continue this discussion. thisculturalmoment.com

2018-02-0120mins

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