In this episode of The Broken Banquet, Ashley and Wil welcome Will Faircloth — Director of Spanish Studies of the Wesley House of Studies at Truett Seminary and Director of the Wesley Heritage Foundation.

Will’s story stretches from serving in Costa Rica alongside Wil to shaping the next generation of Wesleyan leaders at Baylor University. With a deep passion for theological education and a heart that beats for mission, Will shares how God has been on the move through every chapter of his life.

Together, we talk about:

• How cross-cultural ministry in Costa Rica shaped Will’s call and perspective
• Why forming a Wesleyan presence within Truett Seminary matters right now
• The work of the Wesley Heritage Foundation and its role in preserving and expanding Wesleyan witness
• Where Will sees God moving in this season of leadership and transition

From the mission field to the classroom, Will’s story reminds us that discipleship and formation are global, relational, and always Spirit-led.

Pull up a chair to the table! You’re going to love this conversation.

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Music by: Irene & the Sleepers

Logo by: Jill Ellis

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This week at the table, we welcome Charles Cross, Vice President of Strategic Growth and International Director with the International Leadership Institute (ILI).

Charles is a French-speaking, leadership-leading, world-traveling father of six whose heart beats for the Gospel. With nearly two decades serving in France and five years in the U.S. with Greater Europe Mission, Charles and his wife, Amy, have dedicated their lives to equipping leaders and making disciples across the French-speaking world — and beyond.

Now, through ILI, Charles helps multiply leaders of integrity and ignite movements that transform nations for Christ. His life and ministry are rooted in one driving conviction:

“Because the heart of our Heavenly Father longs for all to come to repentance and none to perish, we are passionate to help reach as many people as possible with the life-transforming power of the Gospel.”

Join us for a joyful, hope-filled conversation about calling, family, cross-cultural ministry, and what it means to live on mission — from Texas to Toulouse, and everywhere in between.

🎧 Pull up a chair. The banquet table is wide, and there’s a place for you.

Website: International Leadership Institute

Music by: Irene & the Sleepers

Logo by: Jill Ellis

Website: menomissions.org

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This week, we sit down with Dr. Elie Haddad, President of the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary in Beirut, Lebanon. Elie is a theological giant — both figuratively and literally (he’s super tall!) — and a pioneering leader whose influence reaches far beyond the seminary walls.

In this conversation, Elie shares:

• How he’s reimagined theological education in times of crisis and change
• Why polycentric mission is essential for the future of the global church
• The innovative systems he’s implemented to empower leaders across the Arab world
• What it looks like to walk through succession with humility, wisdom, and hope

Elie’s vision, grounded in faith and sharpened through years of leadership, offers encouragement and challenge for anyone passionate about missions, ministry, and the future of theological training.

Website - Arab Baptist Theological Seminary

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Music by: Irene & the Sleepers

Logo by: Jill Ellis

Website: menomissions.org

Contact Us: brokenbanquetpodcast@gmail.com