Faithful Discourse with Chris Henry

Scott Davison—Chairman, President, and CEO of OneAmerica Financial—sits down with Chris to discuss leadership and the integral role of his faith, missional values, and relationships of mutual trust. How can leaders carry compassion, empathy, and humility into today’s corporate world? As Scott says, “If you really want to be an effective leader, it can’t be about you.”

Dr. Abbey Chambers is the Founder, President, and CEO of Justways Research. In her life and work, she is a consultant, researcher, and advocate who pursues fairness and justice for the people of Indianapolis, and it all started with curiosity. Why are things the way that they are? That question led to her study of economic policy, gentrification, and physical and cultural displacement. To understa...

Join Chris and recent North Central High School graduate Carter Klaus as they discuss balancing faith and ambition, the importance of family and mentors, and what it means to live out the values of service and purpose as a young leader. Be inspired by Carter’s infectiously positive outlook as he encourages everyone to find the joy and fun in everything—from the track to the classroom and beyond.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Stephanie Bewley shares the story of her path to helping professions and what she has learned about holding space to listen, particularly in the most tender, beautiful, terrifying, and vulnerable moments. She debunks the idea that faith and mental health care are at odds with one another, highlighting how they intersect in her life and profession.

Joe Bowling, Executive Director of the Englewood Community Development Corporation, joins Chris to share his passion, experiences, and stories tied to Englewood CDC's five areas of focus: collective impact, affordable housing, economic development, neighboring, and congregational engagement. "The gifts you have been given are gifts for the common good. What can we do together?"

Vanessa Green Sinders, President and CEO of the Indiana Chamber, brings her infectious enthusiasm to this conversation about advocacy, policy, and leaps of faith. Her stories from Capitol Hill to the Hoosier heartland bring one central theme into focus: conviction and collaboration drive meaningful change.

Dennis Murphy, President and CEO for IU Health, lives his faith through empathy, service, and looking for daily miracles. He and Chris discuss how we can repair trust in healthcare institutions, work to alleviate social impediments to health, and seek holistic wellness of mind, body, and spirit in our communities.

A special Holy Week episode with Rev. Chris Henry

Jeffrey Harrison, President and CEO of Citizens Energy Group, a public charitable trust, shares the story of one person’s belief in his potential and how that belief transformed his life and leadership. Jeff and Chris delve into some of the unseen sides of utility leadership—conservation, sustainability, and care for our neighbors.

Mindful presence. Human connection. Finding space for the sacred and the ordinary. Rev. Sara Hayden joins Chris to give us a glimpse into their daily afternoon walks and her heart for tangible, embodied experiences. What begins as a conversation about how technology can erode community turns more hopeful—to the ways we can be present with God, ourselves, and our neighbors.

Dr. Clarence Moore—a masterful storyteller—joins Chris to discuss what it takes to be a spiritual and public leader in a time of urgency, turmoil, and tension. He has spent decades living out his message that there is a choice between silence and privilege or humility and proximity. Will we take the risk? Pastor Clarence urges us to put on our boots and get to work. 

Hunger activist David Miner joins Chris to share how one persistent question—How can we allow this?—has led to his work in legislative advocacy, documentary filmmaking, and fighting for change in our communities beyond providing for the caloric needs of our neighbors. 

“Flourishing comes from being connected.” Rev. Libby Davis Manning is the Director of the Wabash Pastoral Leadership Program, working with early-career clergy as they adapt and transform in a rapidly changing landscape. Listen in as she and Chris discuss the work of community well-being, the importance of collaboration, and the culture of care necessary to sustain ministry.  

Michael Wear, Founder of the Center for Christianity and Public Life and former White House staffer, joins Chris to talk about what it means to be faithful in an age of political sectarianism. He shares how spiritual formation is central to civic renewal and how politics can be a forum for loving our neighbors. “We are not saved by, and we are more than, our political opinions.”

Mark Crull and Chris Henry share more than the vocation of pastor. They are runners, parents, coaches, and community builders. Join them for this conversation about what can happen with an idea and an unused grassy field. Mark’s vision sparked the largest youth running program in Indiana – Pup Running – and has made an immeasurable impact on kids and the whole community.

An Advent reflection with Rev. Chris Henry

David Letterman joins Chris for a conversation about human connection and the art of asking questions. With his iconic wit and talent for drawing stories out of others, Dave tells the tales of his legendary career, his experiences with hands-on service, and his devotion to learning new things, finding our commonalities, and bettering the world.

Rev. Dr. Bill Enright, Senior Pastor Emeritus at Second Presbyterian Church, has spent his life building bridges and convening vitally important conversations. In his words, he fell in love with the parish—the very idea of being a pastor and a church for the good of the city. Join us for this journey through the stories of Dr. Enright’s remarkable life of influence, change-making, and pastoring of...

A special election week episode on the role of faith in a time of political polarization.

Richard Propes is on a quest to raise one million dollars toward eliminating medical debt for fellow Hoosiers. He joins Chris to share his remarkable story – a story of deep suffering and unmatched determination and grit – and his experience traveling the roads of Indiana in his wheelchair on The Tenderness Tour.  Content Warning: This episode contains references to trauma, depression, suicide, do...

School Social Worker Emily Yarger is on the front lines of the struggles so many children face. She is both a stable force and a flexible adapter, showing up each day to serve students, their families, and the community. She sits down with Chris to discuss the needs she observes every day and the hope and potential she sees in the next generation. Later in the episode, church member and school vol...

Too often in the faith community, we speak more about young people than we do to young people. In a world of loud opinions, isolation, pressures, and inflammatory clickbait, we invite you to listen to two leaders in our congregation—8th grader Mac and college freshman Maddie—who share how they broaden their perspectives, practice attention, integrate their faith and passions, and hold hope for the...

From teenage participant to president of the organization, Dennis Bland has devoted his life to the mentorship programs and character cultivation of the Center for Leadership Development in Indianapolis. He sits down with Chris to discuss dedication, hard work, resiliency, and how we must leverage the nurturing we have received to enrich the lives of others.

President and COO of the Indiana Fever, Dr. Allison Barber, is a catalyst for positive change in Indianapolis and far beyond. Behind her persistently positive spirit and tenacious drive are the values of faith, hard work, boldness, and deep one-on-one relationships—always asking, “How can I help people live their best life? And how can that be used for good?” Join us for this fun and fascinating l...

Addictive algorithms. Constant availability and intrusions. There are few—if any—guidelines for good digital citizenship and limits to our time spent on screens. Head of School, Dr. Leslie Hosey, and Director of Information Technology, Ellen Cone, share what they are doing at St. Richard’s Episcopal School in Indianapolis to limit screens (for children and adults) and the psychological and social...