Cincy Reformed Podcast

This is the last of three lectures delivered by Dr. Mark Garcia, professor of systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary and founding president of Greystone Theological Institute . These lectures were given during the 2025 Semper Reformanda Conference of Classis Eastern, URCNA . This conference was hosted by Ascension Reformed Church in Cincinnati, OH. 

This is the second of three lectures delivered by Dr. Mark Garcia, professor of systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary and founding president of Greystone Theological Institute . These lectures were given during the 2025 Semper Reformanda Conference of Classis Eastern, URCNA . This conference was hosted by Ascension Reformed Church in Cincinnati, OH. 

This is the first of three lectures delivered by Dr. Mark Garcia, professor of systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary and founding president of Greystone Theological Institute . These lectures were given during the 2025 Semper Reformanda Conference of Classis Eastern, URCNA . This conference was hosted by Ascension Reformed Church in Cincinnati, OH. 

In this episode of Cincy Reformed, Rev. Dr. J. Brandon Burks, pastor of Christ Reformed Church in Northern Kentucky, gives five reasons why he is Dutch Reformed.   For more information, see:   On the History of the Dutch Reformed Church: A Goodly Heritage: The Secession of 1834 and Its Impact on Reformed Churches in the Netherlands and North America https://www.heritagebooks.org/product... The Ref...

In this episode Pastor Zac continues his series on Bioethics.    For more information, see:  Bioethics and the Christian Life: A Guide to Making Difficult Decisions by David VanDrunen 

In this episode Pastor Zac continues his series on Bioethics.    For more information, see:  Bioethics and the Christian Life: A Guide to Making Difficult Decisions by David VanDrunen 

In this episode, Pastor Zac kicks off a new series looking at Bioethics.    For more information, see:  Bioethics and the Christian Life: A Guide to Making Difficult Decisions by David VanDrunen   

In this episode, Pastor Zac discusses the concept of "ritual" in the book of Leviticus, with an eye towards its application for today. 

In this episode, Pastor Zac discusses the "clean-unclean" distinction in the book of Leviticus, with an eye towards its application for today. 

In this episode, Pastor Zac discusses worship in the book of Leviticus, with an eye towards its application for today. 

In this episode, Pastor Zac discusses the sacrifices of the book of Leviticus. 

In this episode, Pastor Zac discusses the structure of the book of Leviticus. 

In this episode, Pastors Zac and Brandon discuss what makes a valid baptism. Does a baptism count if a relative baptizes a child in the bathtub? Does baptism need to be performed during a worship service? Could a non-ordained person baptize? Does it matter what words (or names) are used when the baptism occurs? 

"Can I come back to church after years of being away? What should I do?" In this episode, Pastors Zac and Brandon discuss practical matters related to getting involved with your local church once again.  To find a solid church in your location, search here . For more information about church and worship in general, see:  What Happens When We Worship? by Jonathan Cruse Church Membership by Jonathan...

What did the Synod of Dort teach regarding the 4th Commandment? Are there things we can learn about observing the Lord's Day? In this episode, pastor Zac unpacks Dort's insights on the topic of Sabbath. 

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's work?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young Peo...

In this series, Pastor Zac unpacks the doctrine of vocation. How should Christians understand their vocation? How does being a Christian bring shape to one's vocation?  For more information, see:  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work (feat. William Edison)  by Cincy Reformed Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution by William Edison Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young...

In this episode, Pastor Zac interviews Will Edison regarding an article he wrote, entitled,  Christian Faithfulness In Secular Work: Clarification and Caution . 

In this new series, Pastors Zac and Brandon answer objections to Infant Baptism. This episode explores the question: Can infants repent and believe? The Reformed have argued that children of believing parent(s) have the "habit," "seed," or "inclination" to faith. Listen to how many Reformed theologians described the children of believers: Herman Bavinck: Based upon God’s promise and His ordinary w...