Theology Jam

In this episode, Jon and Matthew respond to a CBC article detailing the rising fundamentalist movement in Canada. CBC article: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/fundamentalist-christian-movement-1.6793677 Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jon's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matthew's Website

In this episode, Jon and Matthew jam away at the question: What is Bothering Us?

Jared Vander Meulen is a Social Media and Digital Communications specialist for Open Doors Canada, an organization supporting persecuted Christians worldwide. In this episode, Jared explains the nature of Christian persecution and how the church in Canada can help Christians suffering for their faith. For more information and to get informed and involved, visit https://www.opendoorscanada.org/ . C...

In this episode, Jon and Matthew interview afternoon radio host Marion from Faith99.9 about her journey into radio and the impact Christian radio has on the city of London. For more information about Faith99.9 and to explore their resources, visit https://faith999.ca/⁠ . Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jon's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matthew's Website

What is the relationship between theology and the environment? In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss why the church should care for our world and the dangers certain theologies cause our planet. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠Jon's Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Matthew's Website

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a church? In this episode, we are joined by Julianne Breen and Noreen Spruyt, who are Jon's fellow staff members at Village Green Community Church. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠⁠Jon's Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Matthew's Website

One of the seemingly endless cultural battles is the topic of faith and science. Jon and Matthew share their experiences of science in the church and propose ways through the conflict. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠⁠Jon's Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Matthew's Website

In this episode, Jon and Matthew respond to a question about the usage and ethics of evangelism. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠⁠Jon's Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Matthew's Website

One of the most complicated challenges in life is losing a loved one. For Christians, losing someone who is not a believer can add even more grief. In this episode, Jon and Matthew tackle the topic of the afterlife. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com ⁠Jon's Website⁠ ⁠Matthew's Website

In this episode, Jon and Matthew interview Professor David Barker from Heritage College and Seminary about his newly released book This Poor Man Called and the broader culture of worship in the church. Book link: https://hesedandemet.com/product/this-poor-man-called-stories-and-songs-of-david-volume-1/ Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

A disturbing trend in North America is the rise of Christian nationalism ideology. In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss what Christian nationalism is and why it tends to leave Jesus on the outside. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss the challenges facing church leaders and why leadership will get more complicated in the future. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

In this episode, Jon and Matthew interview Trish and John Morris, owners of HELPPS Inc. Trish opens up about how God called her into professional therapy, their dreams for the future, and why the Church needs to do better at helping in crisis. To learn more about HELPPS or if you are in need of mental health support, visit https://www.helpps.ca/. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website...

In this episode, pastor Jon shares some wisdom from his career in ministry and discusses five keys to healthy relationships.  Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

Faith can inspire meaning and hope, but it can also be used as a weapon to cause harm. In this episode, Jon and Matthew ask: "Why is faith sometimes dangerous?"  Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

In this episode of Theology Jam, Jon and Matthew talk with Microcad owner Pam Bains about her faith and business journey. Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

In this episode, we discuss six common roadblocks to spiritual growth that pastor Jon has observed in his ministry.

In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss recent trends of churches pulling out of social media. What should the church's role be in the world of social media? 

In this episode, Jon interviews Carolyn Weber about her upcoming film Surprised by Oxford. 

Inspired by Matthew's latest blog post , he and Dr Jon Korkidakis discuss ways in which Christian ideas of sin can be harmful to believers.  The way sin is taught brings people to hate things that are intrinsic to our humanity.  Hate of human desire can very easily lead to hate of one's self.  It can also essentialize others down to their sins, leading to combative discourse between...

In this episode, Dr Jon Korkidakis interviews writer and podcaster Stephanie Webb.  Stephanie is an open critic of Christianity, and her differences with Jon lead to an insightful conversation ranging from religion to psychology.  Her difficult experiences with the church have brought difficulty to her life, but also empathy, nuance, and understanding for others.   Contact us at: th...

In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss how to stay considerate and empathetic when dealing with the complex topic of abortion.  Regardless of where you fall on the argument, empathy is extremely important for us Christians to maintain while addressing these emotional questions.   Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

The COVID pandemic is still shaping our church culture. In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss their experiences in church leadership during this time.  Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website The 2022 CCNL London Christian Prayer Breakfast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdPfG9QANh

In this episode, Jon and Matthew discuss important challenges and tasks facing the church. What can we learn from the past and present to "future-proof" the church? Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website

In this solo episode, Matthew shares a lecture that dives into the topic of penal substitutionary atonement and what we can learn from this long-lasting debate.  Contact us at: theologyjam@gmail.com Jon's Website Matthew's Website