Ministry and theology don't always have to be stuffy or solemn. In this lighthearted mini-trailer for RE:claiming Church, hosts Charissa Howe and Alan Olson lean into 15 years of friendship, seminary nostalgia, and playful banter. Before diving into the deep work of church reform, sometimes you just have to break the ice and laugh together. Discover how genuine human connection and shared history help us shift the narrative about Christianity in America. Share your journey with us in our quick survey:👉 https://airtable.com/appO8BRs23vmBqhiL/pagUxs6fhk1wMlqD9/form

What do Mister Rogers, local heritage, and a deep sense of neighborhood pride have to do with rebuilding faith? In this mini-trailer for RE:claiming Church, hosts Charissa Howe and Alan Olson explore how regional roots and community bonds shape the way we gather. From the legacy of Fred Rogers at Sixth Presbyterian to finding sacred presence in our everyday neighborhoods, discover how grounding ourselves in local connection helps us shift the narrative about Christianity in America.Help us shape our upcoming season by sharing your faith story in our quick survey:👉 https://airtable.com/appO8BRs23vmBqhiL/pagUxs6fhk1wMlqD9/form

In this special mini-intro episode, get to know your hosts, Charissa Howe and Pastor Alan Olson. Friends for 15 years since seminary, we share a background as church kids, Presbyterian ministers, and passionate advocates for radical empathy and human connection. From chaplaincy and trauma recovery to local congregational leadership, we share the personal journeys that brought us together to build a podcast dedicated to reclaiming sacred space for everyone told they didn't belong. As we prepare for our official series launch, we want to ground this show in your lived experiences. Take 5 minutes to share your faith story with us in our confidential survey:👉 https://airtable.com/appO8BRs23vmBqhiL/pagUxs6fhk1wMlqD9/form

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The church we love feels stuck, broken, or hijacked. But walking away isn't the only option—and staying quiet isn't working. 🎙️✨Welcome to the official trailer for RE:claiming Church, a new narrative-driven, journalistic podcast hosted by pastors and longtime friends Charissa Howe and Alan Olson.In this extended preview, step behind the scenes with Charissa and Alan as they share why they’re starting this show. From 15 years of seminary banter and regional roots in Pittsburgh to personal journeys through trauma chaplaincy, a decade away from church, and local congregational leadership, this trailer lays out our vision: to move past cynicism, restore civil discourse, and shift the narrative about Christianity in America.We believe that deconstruction isn't the end of your faith—it's an invitation to rebuild sacred spaces where everyone belongs.📋 HELP US SHAPE THE UPCOMING SEASON: This podcast is built on real human stories. Whether you’ve walked away from church, found faith later in life, serve in ministry, or are still in the pews navigating doubt, we want to hear your voice!👉 Share your story in our quick, confidential survey:https://airtable.com/appO8BRs23vmBqhiL/pagUxs6fhk1wMlqD9/form🔔 Subscribe now so you don't miss our full series launch!#REclaimingChurch #ShiftTheNarrative #ProgressiveChristianity #FaithDeconstruction #ChurchReform

What does it actually mean to reclaim the church? In this special mini-intro episode, hosts Charissa Howe and Alan Olson break down the heart behind RE:claiming Church. From recovering from church wounds and toxic division to reclaiming sacred space for those told they didn't belong, we're moving past simple talking heads to reclaim the narrative about Christianity in America. As we prepare for our official series launch, we want to ground this podcast in real stories from people like you. Whether you’ve stepped away from church, found faith later in life, serve as clergy, or are still in the pews navigating doubt, please take 5 minutes to share your story with us in our confidential survey: 👉 https://airtable.com/appO8BRs23vmBqhiL/pagUxs6fhk1wMlqD9/form

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Welcome to RE:claiming Church, a new podcast hosted by two progressive mainline pastors and friends of 15 years. We are moving past simple talking heads to ask how we can reclaim our spiritual communities from being hijacked, restore civil discourse, and build new spiritual structures for the future. But this isn't just our conversation—we need your voice to shape it. Whether you’ve stepped away from the church, found faith later in life, serve as clergy, or are still in the pews trying to make sense of it all, your unique journey is vital to the story we are telling. Take 5 minutes to share your experiences in our quick, confidential survey (and let us know if you're open to an interview for the show!):👉 Share your story here: https://airtable.com/appO8BRs23vmBqhiL/pagUxs6fhk1wMlqD9/form

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