What the Hell is a Pastor?

In which Ethan and Jo catch up and then talk about Ethan's new appointment. Want to see that entire Liev Schreiber clip? It's here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tofqtSCXk3k Want to see Ethan's new digs? It's the background for today's episode image. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript...

In which Beth McKenney joins Ethan and Jo to explain three ethical theories (and a secret fourth option!) that could be applied to our conundrum in the episode, "K*ant" from February. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap...

In which Ian joins Jo to discuss their upcoming move to Albany, New York, and the trials and triumphs of re-entering the candidacy process. You can read Ian's 2019 candidacy resignation letter here: https://um-insight.net/perspectives/something-new/ Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking...

In which Ethan and Jo discuss what Holy Week means to them and how people have interpreted eclipses in the past. (They also get into an argument about anthropocentrism, for those who are interested!) You can look up how the April 8 eclipse is going to look in your area here: https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/usa/sperryville?iso=20240408 Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com...

In which Ian and Caleb join Ethan and Jo to talk about the work ahead of General Conference- Charlotte. Here's that story about Adam Hamilton: https://um-insight.net/perspectives/an-open-letter-to-adam-hamilton/ Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all t...

In which Jo talks about two shows she's seen recently. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which the pie is a lie. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Ian discuss ideas from some of their favorite women theologians. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo discuss a recent church leadership case study. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo reflect on being embodied during this first full week of Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Hey, how's your colon? If you have no idea how to answer that question, check out this guide that Jo made for work at https://libguides.su.edu/colon-cancer-awareness Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a trans...

In which Ethan and Nick continue their conversation about post-theism and Tillich, this time with more of God's absence! Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Nick discuss wrestling for about 18 minutes, then switch to post-theism, Tillich, and more. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo discuss a fascinating case of pastoral malpractice. You can read the story yourself here: https://people.com/connecticut-pastor-accused-selling-crystal-meth-out-of-church-s-rectory-8576519 Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things...

In which Spanks and the Dude refuse to talk about the He Gets Us ads. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo discuss a couple of news stories from around their world. Want to read the GREAT news about Pioneers? That's here: https://indyweek.com/news/pioneers-durham-closing/ Want to read the NOT GREAT news about General Conference prep? That's here: https://www.umnews.org/en/news/concerns-mount-about-general-conference-prep Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon...

In which Spanks Rebok and the Dude continue their discussion of how to answer a congregant's ethical question. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo talk about how to talk about ethics and the one secret philosopher that ethicist don't want you to know about. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Spanks and the Dude continue their conversation about a truly fantastic show. Spoilers abound. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo discuss the truly fantastic show, The Good Place. Spoilers abound. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo discuss a report, which you can read here: https://www.churchleadership.com/leading-ideas/twenty-five-percent-of-churches-disaffiliated-from-the-united-methodist-church/ Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.c...

In which Ethan and Jo discuss leadership, executives, pastoral care, and the standards we're held to. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Spanks and the Dude discuss what we can't say for sure about God. The book we're discussing is Specters of God by John D. Caputo . Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Ethan and Jo discuss a practical ministry concern. The sermon Jo mentions is here: https://www.ajschonewolf.com/home/thankfulness Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

In which Spanks Rebok and the Dude are joined by John Westley, to discuss emergence, chaos, sin, and irresistible grace. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.

(Get your COVID and flu shots, friends! Protect yourself and the most vulnerable around you!) In which Ethan, Ian, and Jo discuss what sin is, and what it means to be human. Transcripts, when available, can be found at patreon.com/wthiap. Just search for the episode title. Don't see a transcript you're looking for? Let us know via email. Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com.