gcr's Podcast
A weekly Progressive Christian podcast from co-hosts Carol Howard Merritt and Derrick Weston.

Join Carol and Derrick as they are talking to D. Mark Davis author of “Left Behind and Loving It: A Cheeky Look At the End Times." This podcast interview was recorded just days after the Boston Marathon Bombing. Reflections on how we process tragic events are interwoven with a unique perspective on end times theology.

Direct download: D_Mark_Davis.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:42pm CDT

Join Carol and Derrick as they speak with Lia Scholl, author of I Heart Sex Workers.  Lia brings her years of experience to help us see the sex worker industry through new eyes.  Issues of choice, agency, and human trafficking are explored along with real talk on how Christians can minister to this unique population.  This may not be an episode that you want to listen with your kids... just sayin'.

Direct download: Lia_Scholl.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:45pm CDT

Host Derrick Weston takes us on a trip down memory lane with a look back at the very first episode of God Complex Radio.  The charter co-hosts Bruce and Carol have a lot to say about the state of the church in 2009 and a lot of unique music to share as well!  Enjoy!

Direct download: VintageGCR-Episode_1.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:42pm CDT

Break out the confetti.... It's the 75th episode! In this episode, we are talking about authentic ministry for the needs and concerns of veterans and their families. Derrick and Carol are talking with Amy Blumenshine, one of the authors of "Welcome Them Home, Help Them Heal: Pastoral Care and Ministry With Service Members Returning From War." You can also access resources for veterans' ministry, including healing rituals from this book at http://www.mpls-synod.org/programs/vets.


Direct download: Amy_Blumenshine.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:18am CDT