Out Of The Church Attic

The Great Commission is one of the most famous passages in Scripture but what does it mean to be "on mission" here in the mountains? Well this podcast is inquiring into that and more as Colton continues his interview with Jamie Miller, Short Term Missions Director for International Messengers a Christian Organization that works with and sends missionaries all over the world! So grab your...

The Great Commission is one of the most famous passages in Scripture but what does it mean to be "on mission" here in the mountains? Well this podcast is inquiring into that and more as Colton interviews Jamie Miller, Short Term Missions Director for International Messengers a Christian Organization that works with and sends missionaries all over the world! So grab your suitcase and make...

It's Christmas time in Appalachia! Time to hang our stockings, set up our tree, and spend time with the people we love (and sometimes tolerate) the most! But why do we even celebrate Christmas as Christians? Where do we get some of the famous legends and traditions that surround this holiday? And how ought we think of the Christmas story as Appalachian natives? Saint Nick is bringing you a spe...

How should we worship in church? What music is actually appropriate to worship the King of Kings? During the 90's this was more of a threat than a theological questions churches fought the aptly named "Worship Wars". Hymnals or Bands, drum kits or organs, and many other battles over the kind of worship that's fit for the church was waged, but while many seemed to settle their dif...

Let's move onto New Business, the business of the church that is! Business Meetings, have many names and functions in the church but why do we have them? Are they an asset or a hindrance to the church? Would we be better off without them? Well brother Randy is here to make a motion that we discuss that on today's podcast and brother Cole second's that motion so let's bring it to a...

Part two of the electric interview with Dr. Branton Burleson. This time, he has some wisdom for churches. What are the differences between elders and deacons? Should they have separate roles in the church and if so what does that look like? How can pastors find the right people to help them pursue the kingdom of God in ministry? Dr, Branton Burleson answers all that and more this conversation left...

Today we ask the real questions as we sat down with Dr. Branton Burleson to ask him his scriptural opinions on church polity and the way a church should govern itself. In this interview Randy dives into the topics of congregationalism, Dr. Branton's thoughts on the best way for a church to govern itself and more! Dr. Branton Burleson is a local pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Asheville, NC....

If there is one prominent approach to church government in Appalachia it’s “Congregationalism” and it’s decided the fates of many of our churches. But where did it come from? Is it a biblical practice? And should the people really have that much power? This is the episode that might get us cancelled or worse, voted out! Something you want us to discuss? Send us an email and you could be featured o...

What level of importance would you place on preaching in your church? Is it just an activity or is it more? If you want to find favor in the Lord, you better not miss the second part of our episode on preaching in Appalachia! Something you want us to discuss? Send us an email and you could be featured on a special Mailbag Episode!  Contact us: info@outofthechurchattic.com Music by:  Frederico W. (...

What level of importance would you place on preaching in your church? Is it just an activity or is it more? What’s really happening when your preacher takes the pulpit? If you want to find favor in the Lord, you better not miss this episode! Something you want us to discuss? Send us an email and you could be featured on a special Mailbag Episode!  Contact us: info@outofthechurchattic.com Music by:...

It must be the season of the witch…We’re seeing the pumpkins, black cats, and the Reece’s peanut butter cups everywhere! Our podcast discusses contentious issues in the church, and there’s few that are bigger than the issue of celebrating Halloween. What are this day’s origins? Should Christian’s lock their doors and draw their shades? Or is it all harmless fun? Tune in if you dare…. Something you...

Is it crowded in here?  Appalachia is the strong leather strap of the Bible Belt. But what’s with all these churches here? Where’d they come from? In part two of a two part special, we dive deeper into the similarities between the different denominations and church cultures here in Appalachia and ask the question are we in unity with one another, and can we do better? Something you want us to disc...

Is it crowded in here? Appalachia is the strong leather strap of the Bible Belt. But what’s with all these churches here? Where’d they come from? In part one of a two part special, we focus on the predominant church denominations and cultures in Appalachia, and their historic beliefs, and it turns out, we are more alike than you might realize. Something you want us to discuss? Send us an email and...

You’re in our neck of the woods, now! Join us in the Hollar as we briefly cover the history, culture, and the stereotypes of Appalachia. The good, the bad, and the ugly. After all, we are where we came from! Something you want us to discuss? Send us an email and you could be featured on a special Mailbag Episode!  Contact us: info@outofthechurchattic.com Music by: Frederico W. (Skane Music) Find H...

A familiar enough invitation. We think there is a bountiful harvest for pastors and church members who feel called to Appalachia, and hope for the ones who are already here. If you feel the same, take a load off and join us for our first official episode! Something you want us to discuss? Send us an email and you could be featured on a special Mailbag Episode!  Contact us: info@outofthechurchattic...

Out of the church Attic is a podcast dedicated to your listening ears giving you everything you need to know about the culture of the Appalachian mountains and all the things that drive and thrive in it! In our very first "unofficial" Episode we discuss the origins of this podcast. Where did it come from? Why are we doing it? and what can you gain from listening to two christian white bo...

Have you ever wondered why there are so many baptist churches in the Appalachian mountains or where we get all the traditions that so many churches hold to in Appalachia? Well if so, this is the podcast for you! Join Randy and Colton as they discuss the issues that drive and thrive the church in Appalachia, recording literally out of their churches attic. Premiering in September 2023.