Gifts and Graces

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Andy Andrews as he provides basic principles for churches to consider when it comes to employment law, with specific attention on the Speak Out Act. Andy Andrews is Senior Counsel for Michael Best, based in Durham, North Carolina. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Andy A...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Ellen Mary Dykas as she shares how to provide compassionate discipleship for Christians experiencing LGBTQ+ struggles. Ellen Mary Dykas is an author and the Director of Equipping for Ministry to Women for Harvest USA. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Ellen Mary Dykas sh...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dr. Pete Deison provides wisdom on connecting generations and closing generation gaps in your church. Dr. Pete Deison is the Pastor Emeritus of Park Cities Presbyterian Church in Dallas, Texas and also the President of its Foundation. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Dr...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear a panel discuss between Reverend Mark Bates, Jerry Gibson, Reverend Greg Hills, Reverend Dale Hollenbeck, and Reverend Leonard Liu as they discuss how to cultivate a culture of missions in your church. Mark Bates is the Senior Director of US Operations for Mission to the World (MTW). Jerry Gibson is the MTW Western Hub Director and Greg Hills in...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Reverends Scotty Smith and Ed Norton as they explore the presuppositions of the Gospel that will fuel and enable a corporate and community culture that is honoring to Jesus. Scotty Smith is the founding pastor of Christ Community Church in Franklin, Tennessee and Teacher in Residence at West End Community Church in Nashville. Ed Norton is a...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Stephen Estock and Katie Flores as the share of the opportunities leaders have to raise up another generation to know and worship the Lord. Stephen Estock is Coordinator of Committee on Discipleship Ministry (CDM), where he serves alongside CDM's Children's Ministry Coordinator Katie Flores. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dr. Bryan Chapell share how you can make the most of your time at General Assembly. Dr. Bryan Chapell is the Stated Clerk of the Presbyterian Church in America. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by P&R Publishing. Let's listen as Dr. Chapell introduces us to General Asse...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Robert Kim, Chris Vogel, and Irwyn Ince as they address the mechanisms needed to create Gospel-shaped planting pipelines for church vitality. Robert Kim is the Assistant Professor of Applied Theology and Church Planting at Covenant Theological Seminary. Chris Vogel is the Church Planting and Vitality Coordinator for Mission to North America...

Show Notes: On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Irwyn Ince and Murray Lee as they share strategies for sustainable church health. Irwyn Ince is Coordinator of Mission to North America (MNA) where he serves alongside MNA Executive Coordinator Murray Lee. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Irwyn Ince and Murr...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Bill Davis as he helps consider what it looks like to honor our parents as they decline congnitively. Bill Davis is a Professor of Philosophy at Covenant College. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by Covenant College. Let's listen as Bill Davis provides practical ways th...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Jonathan Stoddard as he shares practical wisdom on training elders and deacons. Jonathan Stoddard is the Pastor of Jordan Valley Church in West Jordan, Utah. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by Christian Healthcare Ministries. Let's listen as Jonathan Stoddard provides...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to listen in on an African American Ministries of the PCA (AAMPCA) panel discussion with Charles Mcknight, Kellie Brown, Alex Shipman, Jenell Chavis, Wy Plummer, Cyril Chavis, and Howard Brown as they celebrate the pioneering work of Black men and women in the PCA. During the discussion, you will hear stories of some of the first African American TEs and...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear a panel discussion between Abraham Cho, Aaron Chung, Duke Kwon, Jeff Suhr, Moses Park, and Paul Kim regarding the good, the bad, and the ugly of minority pastoring in majority churches. Abraham Cho is the Senior Director of Training at Redeemer City to City and the Associate Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church East Side in New York City. Aaron...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear a panel discussion between Hannah Nation, Corey Jackson, and Ryan Zhang as they share insights from the endurance and strength of the reformed Chinese house churches. Hannah Nation currently serves as the Managing Director of the Center for House Church Theology and as the Content Director for China Partnership. Corey Jackson is the Senior Pastor...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dr. Howard Eyrich on raising a gender-stable child. Dr. Eyrich is a Retired Pastor of Counseling at Briarwood Presbyterian Church, currently serving as Director of the DMin in Biblical Counseling at Birmingham Theological Seminary and a professor for Masters University of Divinity. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dr. Elissa Yukiko Weichbrodt as she shares how we can look at and learn from art. Dr. Weichbrodt is an author and an Associate Professor of Art and Art History at Covenant College. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and sponsored by Covenant College. Let's listen as Dr. Weichbrodt introdu...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Scott Armstrong as he shares how ministry leaders can move from surviving to thriving. Scott Armstrong is the lead pastor of City Church Eastside in Atlanta, Georgia. This was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Scott Armstrong helps us provide soul care to our ministry leaders.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear Jasper Reynolds, Randy Nabors, and a few special guests introduce a new approach to welcoming struggling neighbors into our church communities. Randy is coordinator of Urban and Mercy Ministries for Mission to North America as well as serving as the coordinator of the New City Network. Jasper is a deacon of First Presbyterian Church of Chattanoog...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Reverend Jon Medlock as he shares about the value of providing pastors rest through sabbaticals. Jon Medlock is Geneva Benefits Group's Vice President of People and Culture. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and sponsored by Dordt. Let's listen as Jon Medlock shares his insights on the i...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Ken Sande as he shares how to be a relationally wise shepherd. Ken Sande is founder of Peacemaker Ministries and Relational Wisdom 360. This was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Ken Sande shares practical teaching and educational tools for pastors.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear Stephen Estock and Matt Luchenbill explore where Student Ministry has been, where it is going, and share practical advice for elders, volunteers, and staff. Stephen Estock is Coordinator of CDM, the PCA's Committee on Discipleship Ministries. Matt Luchenbill is the Youth Ministry Coordinator of CDM. This was originally recorded as a seminar deliv...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we have for you a sermon from Joe Novenson. Joe Novenson currently serves as pastor of senior adults of Lookout Mountain Prebyterian Church in Lookout Mountain, Tennessee. This sermon was originally recorded at the 2018 General Assembly. Let's listen as Novenson shares how the help we need to love like Jesus might hurt us like heaven.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we have for you a message from Alexander Jun, who previously served as Moderator of the 45th General Assembly. Alexander Jun is a professor at Azusa Pacific University in California where he teaches in the Department of Higher Education and conducts research on equity and justice in higher education. This was originally recorded as a seminar at the 2018 General...

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, Dr. Kevin DeYoung preaches on 2 Corinthians 5:16-17. Dr. DeYoung is the Senior Pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Matthews, NC. This was originally recorded as a sermon delivered at the 2022 General Assembly. Let's listen as Dr. DeYoung preaches God's Word.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we have for you a sermon from George Robertson. George Robertson is Senior Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis, Tennessee. This sermon was originally recorded at the 2017 General Assembly. Let's listen as Robertson preaches from God's word.