Nuance: Being Faithful in the Public Square

In this week of Pentecost, Case reflects on Romans 8 and how artists can use their talents to reflect the image of God and participate in God's redemptive work in the world.   Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short...

In this seventh week of Eastertide, Case reflects on Isaiah 40 and the hope we can draw from dwelling on God's sovereignty, creative power, and wisdom.  Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short reflections on faith in a...

On this episode of Nuance, Case interviews Steve Orosz, a third-generation home builder and managing partner of Trinity Family Builders. They discuss the challenges and blessings of being in a family business, the evolution of the home building industry, and the current housing market in Central Florida. They talk about the value of creating a safe space for employees to share their faith, along w...

In this sixth week of Eastertide, Case reflects on the healing ministry of Jesus and its parallels to the work of the medical community, emphasizing the importance of holistic healing and spiritual renewal. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of...

In this fifth week of Eastertide, Case explores themes of redemption and divine judgment in the context of conflict and the pursuit of peace. He also invites us to pray for areas of ongoing warfare, including conflicts and humanitarian crises in Sudan, Myanmar, Ukraine, Gaza, and the Maghreb. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the p...

On this episode of Nuance, Case is joined by former naval officer David McKinney to discuss his career in the military and how his faith intersected with his service. They discuss the role of Christians in the military the spiritual challenges of military life, and the importance of finding one's identity in Christ rather than in military achievements. They also explore the concept of just war the...

In this fourth week of Eastertide, Case reflects on recent book banning laws and Paul's exhortation to avoid causing fellow believers to stumble in eating food sacrificed to idols. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and sho...

In this third week of Eastertide, Case reflects on the surprising ways in which Jonah's call for repentance in Nineveh speaks to our current conversations on cryptocurrency. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short refl...

On this episode of Nuance, Jeff and Jonathan Shafer join Case to discuss impact investing, the intentional placement of one's investment capital in projects that both generate profit and positive social outcomes. The Shafer brothers share examples of their projects, such as investing in renewable energy and affordable housing in Africa. They highlight the need for electricity access and the positi...

In this second week of Eastertide, Case explores the call of the prophet Samuel, discerning God's voice, and the ethical considerations raised by artificial intelligence. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short reflect...

In this first week of Eastertide Case explores the future glory of Zion in Isaiah 60 and how it can be seen as a metaphor for God's invitation to pursue Christ-like cultural renewal. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and s...

Spoken word is a deeply powerful, and often prophetic, art form. It has the power to uncover beauty and tragedy, point out the just and unjust, and help us look inward and outward to see all the ways that God is inviting us to deeper faithfulness. On this episode of Nuance, Case interviews Shawn Welcome, Orlando's official Poet Laureate. Shawn reflects on his Guyanese roots and the cultural influe...

In this sixth week of Lent, Case delves into the depths of pain and suffering that Jesus endured on the cross. He explores the physical and physiological effects of crucifixion, highlighting both the torment of Christ as well as his unfathomable love. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follow...

In this fifth week of Lent, Case reflects on the life of St. Cyril of Jerusalem. St. Cyril exemplified the call to be a light in the public square, defending the Gospel, and caring for the community.  Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Script...

The American evangelical movement is at a crossroads. Cultural and political pressures threaten church unity, upcoming generations are asking new questions about the truthfulness of Christianity, and church attendance is plummeting. On this episode of Nuance, Case interviews Dr. Russell Moore, former president of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission and the editor-in-chief of Christianity...

In this fourth week of Lent, Case reflects on God's call to obedience, humility, and loving the marginalized, drawing both from the words of Paul in the epistle to the Philippians and from the life of St. Vincent de Paul.  Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through...

In this third week of Lent, Case reflects on the glory of God and the opportunities we have to bear witness to the beauty and wisdom of the Gospel to our colleagues. He also offers a poetic prayer for the upcoming election cycle. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar...

In this second week of Lent, Case reminds us that our calling to serve the world is also a call to pray specifically and consistently for the needs to which God opens our eyes. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short r...

In this first week of Lent, Case walks us through a reflection on the importance of starting within before engaging in the public square and offers a simple prayer of confession to helps us consider every aspect of our being before Christ. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church...

The phenomenon of de-churching, where individuals who used to attend church regularly no longer do so, has been widely discussed. However, finding the origins of this challenge have proven difficult. On this episode of Nuance, Case interviews Michael Graham, co-author of The Great De-Churching, to discuss the surprising data behind the exodus from the pew. While the church is facing a seismic demo...

In this sixth week of Epiphany, Case walks us through a reflection on the importance of recognizing God's authority in public places, as emphasized in Psalm 50 and the transfiguration of Christ in the Gospel of Mark. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the r...

Tim Keller’s impact, whether locally in New York City or on churches across the globe, has been addressed by a number of pastors, theologians, and even secular journalists since his passing last year. On this episode of Nuance, Case had the honor of interviewing two of Keller’s friends and co-laborers in ministry, Katherine Leary Alsdorf and Yvonne Sawyer. They witnessed Keller’s early years of mi...

In this fifth week after Epiphany, Case walks us through a reflection on the universality of salvation in Christ and our calling to bear witness to the work of God in each of our lives. Nuance's Formed for Formation is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, an...

Dr. James Eglinton holds the prestigious position of the Meldrum Senior Lecturer in Reformed Theology at New College, the University of Edinburgh. He is the world’s leading authority on Herman Bavinck, who was a Calvinist theologian and churchman.  James is a prolific writer and his latest book, Bavinck: A Critical Biography, was published in 2020 and has received numerous accolades. He co-hosts o...

Amy Lein is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. Second Harvest serving seven counties and with the aid of countless volunteers and partners distributed 81 million meals last year. Amy is also a Gotham Fellow graduate 2018.  Nate Shannon is the Director of People Operations with IServ Management Group. Their 1600 employees work in a variety of capacitie...