Church and Main is a religion and public affairs podcast. We look at where religion intersects with 21st-century public life with a focus on the story of Mainline Protestantism, its problems, its strengths, and its future. Join Pastor Dennis Sanders on the journey.
Can inclusive churches sometimes do more harm to LGBTQ Christians than good?
The Emergent Church was the big thing until it wasn’t. Is it back?
Where can we find hope in the current political context?
I speak with Cathie Caimano, an Episcopal priest who discusses her journey and the concept of "free-range ministry" as a solution for small congregations. She advocates for flexible, part-time ministry models that empower lay leadership and foster community engagement. Suggested Reading and Listenin...
What one seminary in Minnesota says about the changing nature of Mainline Protestantism.
Can evangelism be done in a way that’s both ethical and inclusive?
A profound discussion that begins at In and Out Burger.
How are Canadian Christians faring in the age of Donald Trump?