Pulpit Fiction Podcast

A conversation with Shannon T.L. Kearns, ordained Priest, author, playwright, co-creator of QueerTheology.com, about his latest book "In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture." With special guest co-host Will Ed Green. Website: QueerTheology.com Website: ShannonTLKearns.com Twitter: @ShannonTlKearns  

NOTES, QUOTES, LINKS, AND COMMENTARY Gospel Reading: Luke 12:32-40 Storing treasure in barns Second Reading:  Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 Isaiah’s first oracle TIME STAMPS Gospel Reading 4:33 Second Reading 24:00 GUEST CO-HOST: Melissa Meyers Melissa Meyers is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church and has grown up in the Northern Illinois area and attended school in the Midwest.  Freeport She has served appointments in the Northern IL Conference (which most have been Faith United Methodist Churches!)  Melissa is passionate about ministry in the 21st century, connecting generations together, creativity, spending time with her nieces & nephew, and pop culture. It is her not-so-secret desire to have her own reality show someday. You can find her on most social media platforms @pastormelissa.    

NOTES AND COMMENTARY 5:33 Gospel reading: Luke 12:13-21 Storing treasure in barns 25:24 Second reading:  Hosea 11:1-11 God’s parental compassion SPECIAL GUEST CO-HOST: Will Ed Green Rev. Will Ed Green is an Arkansan in diaspora, cat dad to two Siamese cats, and an out-and-proud queer clergy person currently serving as the Lead Pastor of Silver Spring United Methodist Church in Silver Spring, Maryland. Will is particularly passionate about plumbing the depths of the Biblical texts as a wellspring of hope, inspiration, and holy instigation for the work of justice, mercy, and inclusion. When he’s not at work, you’ll routinely find him in a kayak, on a hiking trail, or putzing around resale shops for his next furniture refinishing project. 

NOTES AND COMMENTARY Gospel Reading: Luke 11:1-13 Jesus teaches how to pray Second Reading:  Hosea 1:2-10 Hosea’s odd marriage GUEST CO-HOST: Rev. Will Ed Green TIME STAMPS: Gospel Reading: 2:27 Second Reading: 26:16  

BIBLE STUDY NOTES, QUOTES, AND LINKS Gospel Reading: Luke 10:38-42  Mary and Martha Second Reading Amos 8:1-12 a basket of summer fruit TIME STAMPS: Gospel Reading - 3:00 Second Reading - 20:46 SPECIAL GUEST HOST: Will Ed Green Rev. Will Ed Green is an Arkansan in diaspora, cat dad to two Siamese cats, and an out-and-proud queer clergy person currently serving as the Lead Pastor of Silver Spring United Methodist Church in Silver Spring, Maryland. Will is particularly passionate about plumbing the depths of the Biblical texts as a wellspring of hope, inspiration, and holy instigation for the work of justice, mercy, and inclusion. When he’s not at work, you’ll routinely find him in a kayak, on a hiking trail, or putzing around resale shops for his next furniture refinishing project.   

BIBLE STUDY NOTES, LINKS, AND COMMENTS Gospel Reading: Luke 10:25-37   Second Reading: Amos 7:7-17  TIME STAMPS: Gospel Reading: 5:24 Hebrew Bible Reading: 28:51 GUEST CO-HOST: Will Ed Green Rev. Will Ed Green is an Arkansan in diaspora, cat dad to two Siamese cats, and an out-and-proud queer clergy person currently serving as the Lead Pastor of Silver Spring United Methodist Church in Silver Spring, Maryland. Will is particularly passionate about plumbing the depths of the Biblical texts as a wellspring of hope, inspiration, and holy instigation for the work of justice, mercy, and inclusion. When he’s not at work, you’ll routinely find him in a kayak, on a hiking trail, or putzing around resale shops for his next furniture refinishing project. 

BIBLE STUDY NOTES, QUESTIONS, AND LINKS Gospel Reading begins at 12:28:  Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 The Sending and Return of the 72 Second Reading begins at 38:28: 2 Kings 5:1-14 Elisha heals Naaman

STUDY NOTES AND COMMENTARY Gospel Reading:  Luke 9:51-62 Jesus heads toward Jerusalem Second Reading: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 Elijah hitches a ride Epistle Reading: Galatians 5:1, 13-25 with Chris Strickland

NOTES AND COMMENTARY Gospel Reading: Luke 8:26-39 The Gerasene and the pigs Second Reading: 1 Kings 19:1-15 Elijah hears God in the quiet Epistle Reading: Galatians 3:23-29 neither Jew nor Greek Special Guest Co-Host: Terrell Carter Terrell Carter, DMin, is a minister, nonprofit executive, and educator residing in St. Louis, MO. For 30 years, he has filled multiple positions in traditional church contexts, including pastor. In addition to his ministry experience, Terrell has served three community development corporations as executive director. He has also held various positions within higher education, including as professor and vice president. He regularly contributes to the broader church life through his writings, which include multiple books and monthly columns in faith-based and secular sources. 

Robb McCoy and special guest co-host Terrell Carter discuss John 16:12-15 and Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31. NOTES AND COMMENTARY   Terrell Carter, DMin, is a minister, nonprofit executive, and educator residing in St. Louis, MO. For 30 years, he has filled multiple positions in traditional church contexts, including pastor. In addition to his ministry experience, Terrell has served three community development corporations as executive director. He has also held various positions within higher education, including as professor and vice president. He regularly contributes to the broader church life through his writings, which include multiple books and monthly columns in faith-based and secular sources.   

Voice in the Wilderness: Romans 8:14-17 with Mason Parks Gospel Reading: Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost and Peter’s Sermon Second Reading: John 14:8-17, 25-27 Jesus promises the Advocate

NOTES ON ALL THREE PASSAGES Voice in the Wilderness: Acts 16:16-34 with Paul and Silas with Sarah Renfro Gospel Reading: John 17:20-26 Jesus prays for his disciples Second Reading: Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21 The Holy City

Bible Study Notes  JOHN 14:23-29 REVELATION 21:10, 22-22:5 ACTS 16:9-15

A conversation with Brian McLaren, author, speaker, activist, and public theologian about his latest book, Do I Stay Christian? A Guide for the Doubters, the Disappointed and the Disillusioned. Find more of Brian McLaren's great work at: Website: brianmclaren.net Twitter: @brianmclaren Facebook His books

NOTES AND COMMENTARY Voice in the Wilderness: Acts 11:1-18 Peter’s Dream with John DeMuth Gospel Reading: John 13:31-35 Love Commandment Second Reading: Revelation 21:1-6 New Heaven and Earth

A conversation with Terrell Carter, author, artist, pastor, and executive director of Rise Community Development about two of his recent books: Taking Apart Bootstrap Theology: Gospel of Generosity and Justice and The Gospel According to Broadway. TerrellCarter.net @tcarterstl Other books by Terrell Carter: Healing Racial Divides: Finding Strength in Our Diversity Leadership in Black and White: Practical Suggestions for the Church to Become a Healing Presence within Divided Communities Walking the Blue Line: A Police Officer Turned Community Activist Provides Solutions to the Racial Divide Police on a Pedestal: Responsible Policing in a Culture of Worship

NOTES AND COMMENTARY Voice in the Wilderness: Acts 9:36-43 The raising of Tabitha with Krista Zimmerman Gospel Reading: John 10:22-30 Jesus on Solomon’s Porch Second Reading: Revelation 7:9-17 

Voice in the Wilderness: Acts 9:1-20 The Calling of Saul with Tremaine Combs Gospel Reading: John 21: 1-19 Resurrection fishing. Second Reading: Revelation 5:11-14 

Voice in the Wilderness: Acts 5:27-32 with Karla Seyb-Stockton, Words to Live By Blog Gospel Readings: John 20:19-31 Jesus Appear to the Disciples  Second Reading: Revelation 1:4-8 Alpha and Omega

NOTES AND COMMENTARY Voice in the Wilderness: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 with Stephen Fearing Gospel Reading: Luke 24:1-12  Second Reading: Acts 10:34-43