re:Brand
re:Brand
Tim Jones and Ben Smith
Welcome to re:Brand | Playing the Church Comms Game a podcast all about giving you the tools you need to become a better communicator.
UMC Leaders on Future of the Denomination Part 2
In part two of our special series, Rev. Rachel Billups, Rev. Matt Rawle, and Rev. Daniel Ogle dive even deeper into the challenges and opportunities of leading in today’s church. We explore how to balance innovation with rest, resist hustle culture, and navigate tough conversations within the evolving landscape of the United Methodist Church. If you missed part one, be sure to check it out for the full context!
Oct 15, 2024
41 min
UMC Leaders Speak on Future of the Denomination
Welcome to part one of our two-part series featuring Rev. Rachel Billups, Rev. Matt Rawle, and Rev. Daniel Ogle! In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of ministry post-pandemic and post-disaffiliation. Our guests share insights on how pastors are navigating these uncertain times with adaptability, creativity, and a renewed focus on mission. Whether you’re a church leader or someone curious about how the church is responding to change, this conversation is packed with practical wi...
Oct 8, 2024
33 min
Do Young People Care About the Church? | re:Brand Live at Holston AC
Our first live audience and a panel of Holston's youngest and brightest! This episode, we talk about the age gap we all see in our churches. how can we be in better relationship with young people? How do we invite them into what we're doing? Or better yet, how do we evolve the way we do ministry to include young people from the start?
Oct 8, 2024
44 min
Holston Annual Conference Recap: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The 2024 Holston Annual Conference has adjourned. Tim and Ben recap the morning before leaving Lake Junaluska to head home.
Jun 12, 2024
9 min
Holston Annual Conference Recap: Tuesday, June 11, 2024
It's Tuesday June 11, 2024, and Tim & Ben are recapping day 3 of the Holston Annual Conference. Bicentennial Celebrations, Ben's election moment, and a surprise for Tim are just a few of the highlights in this episode.
Jun 12, 2024
31 min
Holston Annual Conference Recap: Monday, June 10
Tim and Ben recap the highlights from the Monday, June 10 session of the Holston Annual Conference. They talk about the need for The UMC and, in particular, the Holston Conference to focus on being intentional to minister to young people. Other highlights included: Dr. Mike Bowie discussing Gen Z and Serving TogetherHolston Delegation ReportMissions Celebrationre:Brand Live @ AC
Jun 11, 2024
13 min
2024 Holston Annual Conference: Sunday, June 9 Recap
Tim and Ben are at the Holston Annual Conference and will be bringing a daily recap Sunday-Wednesday. In this episode, they talk about Lake Junaluska, the Credentialing Service, and the upcoming re:Brand Live @AC.
Jun 10, 2024
12 min
How Can the UMC Move Past General Conference?
In this episode, we take a comprehensive look back at the United Methodist Church's recent General Conference and reflect on our journey throughout Season Two. Join us as we dive into the major decisions and discussions from the conference, including the significant revisions to the Book of Discipline, the move towards regionalization, and the impactful budget reductions. We also discuss the historic removal of restrictive language regarding human sexuality and what these changes mean for the...
Jun 5, 2024
1 hr 8 min
Halfway Through General Conference
Ben talks through what's been going on and what's ahead for the Postponed 2020 General Conference happening in 2024.
Apr 30, 2024
15 min
Bonus Episode: What does the UMC Believe about Social Justice and Advocacy? | The Revised Social Principles
Ben has a conversation with John Hill, Interim General Secretary of the General Board of Church hand Society (GBCS) about the work of the agency, the importance of the social principles and what we can except as General Conferences discussed and votes on approval of the new Revised Social Principles.
Apr 24, 2024
38 min
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