Feast Days

In this episode of Feast Days, we talk with Kendall Vanderslice, author, baker, and theologian. She runs Edible Theology where she connects the dinner table with the Eucharistic table. Books by Kendall Vanderslice Bake & Pray By Bread Alone We Will Feast Links Kendall’s Substack Kendall Vanderslice.com Edible Theology Bake & Pray Kendall's Instagram Edible Theology’s Instagram Facebook Get full ac...

In this episode of Feast Days, Gisela Kreglinger shares her story of wine. From growing up on a vineyard and taking her first communion, to how wine plays a role in the church today, Gisela helps to restore wine as a celebratory drink in the church and in our everyday lives. Books by Gisela Kreglinger The Spirituality of Wine Cup Overflowing Wine in the Word Bible Study Guide The Soul of Wine: Sav...

In this episode, Pastor Denise McKinney shares her journey from traditional church models to pioneering a dinner church in Tulsa. Discover how relational, table-centered gatherings are transforming community and faith, and gain practical insights for starting your own faith-based community. Resources Welcome to Dinner Church (Book) The Well Tulsa Dinner Church Denise McKinney's Email Facebook Inst...

In this conversation, Pastor Katie Fowler shares her journey of planting Nova in Denver, exploring how her church integrates liturgical practices, community meals, and a focus on spiritual formation to foster authentic relationships and spiritual growth in a transient urban context. Find out more about Nova Church . Learn more about The Table Project . Thanks for reading The Table Project! This po...

Thanks for reading The Table Project! This post is public so feel free to share it. In this episode, Mark Grapengater and Andy Cornett discuss the themes of hospitality and church planting, focusing on the journey of establishing Trinity Forest Church in Concord, North Carolina. They explore the importance of building community, engaging with the local population, and the role of hospitality in cr...

The Table Project is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. In this conversation, Mark Grapengater and Brandon Jolly discuss the rich history and revitalization of Hopewell Church, emphasizing the importance of hospitality and community engagement. They explore how the church has transformed from a quiet congregation t...

Summary In this conversation, Mark Grapengater and Joshua Smith explore the profound connection between hospitality, feasting, and spirituality within the church context. They discuss how everything can be seen as an act of hospitality, the theological implications of this perspective, and the importance of creating a culture of feasting within church life. Joshua shares insights on the biblical c...

In this conversation, Mark Grapengater speaks with Megan Hackman, a church planter in Port Orchard, Washington. They discuss Megan's journey to Port Orchard, her experiences with gardening as a metaphor for ministry, and the importance of building community through shared meals and hospitality. Megan shares insights on adapting her ministry during COVID-19, redefining church beyond traditional Sun...

In this conversation, Mark Grapengater and James Daniels explore the intersection of hospitality, community, and church planting. James shares his journey from education to becoming a church planter in Chelsea, Alabama, emphasizing the importance of creating a welcoming environment through food and hospitality. They discuss the challenges of building trust within the community, the significance of...