Resound Project

Many of our most deeply cherished values and strongly held commitments did not arise out of ancient Persia, Sparta, or Rome, but they are uniquely and distinctively Christian. That is the powerful argument that Tom Holland makes in his book “Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World.” In this episode, we discuss how thoroughly Christianity has shaped Western society — so much so that we tend to take it for granted. With fresh insight and perspective, Tom discusses the radical strangeness of Christianity and the completely unexpected and charismatic figure of Jesus. For those individuals and parts of the world that have grown familiar or bored with the Christian story, Tom makes Christianity an object of curiosity once more. Tom Holland is an award-winning historian, author, translator, and broadcaster. He is co-presenter of the world’s most popular history podcast called “The Rest is History.” Among many other books, Tom is the author of “Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World.” Listen to the conversation and subscribe to the podcast at https://lnkd.in/g2XjqxHf.

According to Jim Davis and Michael Graham, approximately 15% of American adults used to attend church at least once a month, but now they attend less than once a year. At first it might seem like this shift in religious participation supports the argument that traditional religion will wither away as society advances. To the contrary, a more detailed analysis of the research suggests that while the Church is no doubt facing serious challenges, there is also a significant degree of spiritual openness on the part of the “dechurched.” In this episode, Michael Graham offers wise and timely advice regarding how Christians can engage those who have stopped attending church. If we were to embody some of the principles he proposes — with diligence and prayer — we might witness a dramatic shift in the opposite direction. Michael Graham is the program director of the Keller Center for Apologetics and the co-author of “The Great Dechurching: Who’s Leaving, Where Are They Going, and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back?” Listen to the conversation and subscribe to the podcast at https://lnkd.in/e9Rqu8yj. #culture #church #christianity #podcast

We are thrilled to introduce our newest Emerging Leaders Program Pastoral Resident, Hansol Kang, who began serving Central Presbyterian Church NYC last month! As a missionary kid, Hansol was born in South Korea but grew up in Brazil. He did his undergraduate studies at Moody Bible Institute and received his Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. Prior to working at Central, Hansol worked at various Korean-American churches. As a pastoral resident through the Resound Project, he assists with Community Groups, partner ministry The Bowery Mission, and Sunday services. Hansol and his wife, Summer, live in Edgewater, New Jersey. View our other Emerging Leaders Program participants and graduates here: https://lnkd.in/emaDYUt3 #resound #strengthen #gospel #emergingleaders

You don’t have to be a political scientist to recognize that American democracy is in crisis. It’s easy to see that we are living in a time of significant social upheaval. The problem is that many of the potential solutions we put forward to address the issues do not go deep enough. Most people, including many American Christians, often make the mistake of thinking that we can resolve our issues through political solutions. But James Davison Hunter believes it is naive to narrowly focus our energies on politics, because the root cause of our difficulties is not political or economic, but rather cultural. In this episode, leading sociologist James Davison Hunter discusses his most recent book, “Democracy and Solidarity,” which tells the story of how we arrived at our present cultural moment and how we should respond in an appropriate way, especially as Christians. James provides insightful commentary regarding our post-Christian and increasingly post-liberal society, the destructive emergence of a new common culture of nihilism (which even Christians are tempted to embrace), and the call for the Church to rediscover its true identity and enact a vision of the Kingdom of God with courage, conviction, and imagination. James Davison Hunter is Labrosse-Levinson Distinguished Professor of Religion, Culture and Social Theory at the University of Virginia and the founder and director of the university’s Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture. Hunter is the author of several books and the originator of the term “culture war.” He is the foremost expert on culture and how culture changes. Listen to the conversation and subscribe to the podcast at https://lnkd.in/ePk6ci5h. #culture #politics #church #christianity #podcast

You don’t have to be a political scientist to recognize that American democracy is in crisis. It’s easy to see that we are living in a time of significant social upheaval. The problem is that many of the potential solutions we put forward to address the issues do not go deep enough. Most people, including many American Christians, often make the mistake of thinking that we can resolve our issues through political solutions. But James Davison Hunter believes it is naive to narrowly focus our energies on politics, because the root cause of our difficulties is not political or economic, but rather cultural. In this episode, leading sociologist James Davison Hunter discusses his most recent book, “Democracy and Solidarity,” which tells the story of how we arrived at our present cultural moment and how we should respond in an appropriate way, especially as Christians. James provides insightful commentary regarding our post-Christian and increasingly post-liberal society, the destructive emergence of a new common culture of nihilism (which even Christians are tempted to embrace), and the call for the Church to rediscover its true identity and enact a vision of the Kingdom of God with courage, conviction, and imagination. James Davison Hunter is Labrosse-Levinson Distinguished Professor of Religion, Culture and Social Theory at the University of Virginia and the founder and director of the university’s Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture. Hunter is the author of several books and the originator of the term “culture war.” He is the foremost expert on culture and how culture changes. Listen to the conversation and subscribe to the podcast at https://lnkd.in/ePk6ci5h. #culture #politics #church #christianity #podcast

We’re excited to introduce our three new ministry interns who are serving Central Presbyterian Church NYC as part of our Emerging Leaders Program! All three of our interns will be discerning their call and preparing for a lifetime of ministry to the local church while completing their seminary degrees. Rafa Oliveira — Youth Ministry Intern Makenzi Koyen — Women’s and Youth Ministry Intern Graeme Straughn — Pastoral Care Ministry Intern View our other Emerging Leaders Program participants and graduates here: https://lnkd.in/emaDYUt3 #resound #strengthen #gospel #emergingleaders

This summer, Emerging Leaders Program participant Abhishikth Babu completed a pastoral residency, one of three unique tracks designed to train and equip current and future leaders to strengthen churches and help the gospel resound for generations to come. In August we were thrilled to see Abhishikth accept a call to serve as the Director of Community Groups at Grace Presbyterian Church of Silicon Valley in Palo Alto, CA. Abhishikth is a real life success story of the ministry preparedness and opportunity that can result from participation in our Emerging Leaders Programs. Pastoral Residency - For male seminary graduates in the ordination process Ministry Internship - For male and female seminarians pursuing a vocation in professional ministry settings College Internship - For male and female college students interested in church leadership The application process is now open for programs beginning fall 2025! If you or someone you know may be interested in applying, learn more about the programs and access the interest forms here: https://lnkd.in/eVSqu7YF #resound #strengthen #gospel #church #leadership

DEADLINE EXTENDED!!! Our Emerging Leaders Programs — based on life stage, educational level, and vocational interest — are designed to train and equip current and future leaders to strengthen churches and help the gospel resound for generations to come. If you or someone you know may be interested in applying, learn more about the programs and access the applications here: https://lnkd.in/eVSqu7YF #resound #strengthen #gospel #church #leadership

Our Emerging Leaders Programs offer three unique tracks, each designed to train and equip current and future leaders to strengthen churches and help the gospel resound for generations to come.?The programs are based on life stage, educational level, and vocational interest. Application deadline for all tracks is May 1! College Internship?- For male and female college students interested in church leadership Ministry Internship?- For male and female seminarians pursuing a vocation in professional ministry settings Pastoral Residency?- For male seminary graduates in the ordination process If you or someone you know may be interested in applying, learn more about the programs and access the applications?here: https://lnkd.in/eVSqu7YF #resound #strengthen #gospel #church #leadership

Two of the most opinionated and emotionally charged cultural arenas are higher education and politics. Campuses of higher education are ripe with fresh minds and strong opinions, but lately they have also been characterized by division, isolation, and loneliness. The strong polarization of the political sphere extends not only to colleges and universities but also to the American church. In this episode, historian and former university president Nathan Hatch reflects on the state of higher education in America and the political captivity that threatens the Christian church. Though there are significant issues plaguing our most important cultural institutions, Nathan suggests that these divisive times provide Christians with a remarkable opportunity to rise above ideological cults and make a positive difference. Nathan Hatch is the former provost of Notre Dame University, the president emeritus of Wake Forest University, and the author of the award-winning book “The Democratization of American Christianity.” An active leader in American higher education and in local and community affairs, he has served on the board of the American Council on Education and was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2014. Listen to the conversation and subscribe to the podcast at https://lnkd.in/e_ENFqek. #highereducation #politics #church #christianity #podcast