Church Talk with Dr. Joe Kidder

Pastor Tim Madding joins the conversation to explore the deep and often misunderstood concept of the “priesthood of all believers.” From historical roots in the Protestant Reformation to its revolutionary implications for modern church life, Tim unpacks how this doctrine redefines ministry, leadership, and participation within the Seventh-Day Adventist faith community and beyond.

In this heartfelt episode, therapist Anna Galeniece shares how the loss of her own son led her to specialize in supporting others through the complex process of grief and mourning. From breaking down the myths of grief to exploring how we can be better companions to the bereaved, Anna offers compassionate, practical insights for anyone navigating loss—either their own or that of someone they care about or minister to.

Loss can take on many forms - from disappointment about a dream falling through, death of loved ones, life changes, or loss of our time and youthfulness, loss touching our lives in many ways. And any loss takes us through the grief process. Dr. Kidder talk with Ana Galeniece about Understanding loss, grief, and how the grieving process can connect us to God.

Discipleship is a relational experience. Jasmin Fraser shares practical tips on creating a culture of discipleship within our church communities by assessing needs and building creative solutions to meet those needs using tools like small groups.

When we think of discipleship, we often think about reading the Bible. But a big component of discipleship is relationship. Jasmine Fraser shares how parents developing a positive and honest relationship with their kids around issues of faith and spirituality can set them up for a lifelong journey following Jesus.

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

“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.

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. 

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.

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/