Church Talk with Dr. Joe Kidder

Intergenerational Ministry

How do we create a truly connected church across generations?In Part 2 of our Generations series, Dr. Kidder speaks again with Rogelio Paquini about what it would look like to have true intergenerational connection in our churches.
 
Show Notes:
Book | Growing Young: Six Essential Strategies to Help Young People Discover and Love Your Church

Youth and Young Adult Ministry

“What can we do to get our youth to come back to church?”This question has been asked for decades, and it never seems to go away. Dr. Kidder speaks with Rogelio Paquini on the simple way we can break this cycle - passing the baton.

Living Together Through Food

Food is more than just sustenance - it’s a connector. Andrew Tompkins discusses the Biblical role of food and community, and what breaking bread with our neighbors can tell us about each other. 

Rediscovering the Glory of the Sabbath

The biblical concept of the Sabbath is one that has become increasingly important in today’s age of productivity and busyness. But Christians who have endured Sabbath as legalistic and prohibitive instead of restorative and life-giving, often experience a mixed relationship with the Sabbath. Can it be reframed and reclaimed? Scholar Joann Davidson speaks with Dr. Kidder about rediscovering Sabbath and rest as a gift - rather than just an ancient commandment to follow.

A Song for the Sanctuary

Could the Sanctuary described in the Old Testament be more than what it seems? Adventists have long held the believe that within the description of the Sanctuary is a metaphor - and roadmap - for Jesus’s relationship with humanity. In this episode of Church Talk, Old Testament scholar Richard Davidson shares his personal journey with understanding the message of the Sanctuary, and what it can tell us about God’s desire to be with His creation. Covering the historical context of the Sanctuary and the doctrine’s place within Adventism, Davidson and Dr. Kidder discuss the deep appreciation for Jesus that can be cultivated through understanding of the Sanctuary.
 
Show Notes:
Book | A Song for the Sanctuary by Richard Davidson - https://bookshop.adventistbiblicalresearch.org/product/a-song-for-the-sanctuary/
 

How to Engage in Corporate Worship

In our last episode, we explored worship as a personal, spiritual growth practice. In this episode Joe Kidder and David Williams explore worship as corporal or community practice. What is the importance of worshipping together as a community? Kidder and Williams look at the biblical foundations of corporate worship and how it fosters relationships within the body of Christ, the need for intentionality and variety in worship services, and practical ideas to enhance worship experiences in your church and beyond.

Worship and Spiritual Growth

Worship is a key component to spiritual growth, yet many of us have a hard time describing or defining it. In this episode, Joe Kidder speaks with scholar of music David Williams to unpack what worship really is, including helpful definitions, aspects of worship and biblical context to the relationship between worship and spirituality. Touching on practical ways to enhance one’s worship life, Williams and Kidder explore worship as more than a moment in time, but a continuous, transformational relationship with God.

If I Had Just One Page of the Bible (Part 2)

If you had just one page of the Bible, which one would you choose? Scholar Richard Davidson discusses a passage that captures the whole story of the gospel - Leviticus 23. This is Part 2.

If I Had Just One Page of the Bible (Part 1)

If you had just one page of the Bible, which one would you choose? Scholar Richard Davidson discusses a passage that captures the whole story of the gospel - Leviticus 23. This is Part 1.

Spiritual Growth

In this episode, we explore how to foster spiritual growth, emphasizing personal connection, and how to navigate Adventist doctrine in a secular society. We discuss the importance of finding what resonates with you personally, incorporating rest, reflection, scripture memorization, and suggestions for a tailored spiritual routine.