Faith Adjacent

The very reverent (or irreverent) Rob Schenck is joining Erin in this very special episode! Reverend Rob shares his transformative journey from a prominent evangelical leader involved in Christian nationalism to a voice advocating for faith-based reconciliation and social justice. Discover how his experiences, theological reflections, and personal crises led to profound changes in his understanding of faith, politics, and love. You’ll hear about Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s influence, our mutual affection for Abigail Disney, and practical answers to your questions about Christian nationalism! MENTIONS Costly Grace (Rob’s Book)Confessions of a (Former) Christian NationalistA Dissenting Evangelical Voice on PatreonPatheosFacebookWatch hereLearn more hereLearn about the differences hereListen to the podcast episode here The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who the hell is Saint Patrick? In honor of the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day, we thought we should do a deep-dive on the guy who started it all. Join Erin and Evan as we discuss visions of scrolls from God, Irish pirates, and whether or not Patrick actually drove all the snakes out of Ireland. You’ll also hear about Cellar demons, nipple licking, and cave entrances to Purgatory in this shocking, saintly exploration! MENTIONS Listen to Best Saints in ShowHere’s the history/more info Read ConfessioLettersLearn more hereIrish PiratesCheck it out Learn from National Geographic KidsPeter AlebardAnne AskewJeanne D’ArcMarcio of Sinope The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wondered which Bible characters would absolutely dominate the dodgeball court? Today, we invited our friend Meredith Anne Miller to draft our ultimate biblical dodgeball teams, and you get to vote on who takes home the glory. Plus, Meredith answers listener questions about how to talk with kids about difficult passages in the Bible, how to approach conversations about death, and so much more! MENTIONS InstagramWebsiteSubstackWonderWovenWonder Book Launch in BirminghamListen on Patreon with a 7-day free trialSeason 14, Episode 9: ElijahShady Ladies: The Woman at the WellSeason 3, Episode 2: David and GoliathThe Esther SeasonSibling Rivalries: Mary and MarthaThe Lost World Series by John Walton The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Step up to the podium alongside this gold medal-worthy replay episode as Erin presents a Faith Adjacent deep dive of the Olympics! We’ll go faster, higher, and stronger together as we unpack the ancient origins and modern resurgence of the Olympics, explore the use of athletic metaphors throughout scripture, and hear interviews from actual Olympic gold medalists Laura Wilkinson and Bryan Clay in our most athletic episode yet! You’ll also hear a sneak preview of our very contentious, Patreon-exclusive Faith Adjacent Winter Olympics! MENTIONS Listen with a 7-day free trialThe Faith Adjacency of the OlympicsThe Faith Adjacent Seminary OlympicsFull Interviews with Laura Wilkinson and Bryan ClayPeacockAn Oral History of Bob Costas Having Pink Eye at the OlympicsWebsiteInstagramBook - Life at 10 Meters: Lessons from an Olympic ChampionWatch her win goldInstagramBook - Redemption: A Rebellious Spirit, A Praying Mother, and the Unlikely Path to Olympic GoldWatch him win goldWebsiteInstagramNational Geographic History of the OlympicsSeason 9, Episode 4: ConstantineRevisiting the Pagan Olympic GamesPierre de Coubertin Deep DiveHistory of the YMCA1 Corinthians 9:24-262 Timothy 4:6-8Hebrews 12:1-3Galatians 2:2Philippians 2:16The Great Divorce by C.S. LewisRead more hereThe New Testament in its World by N.T. WightThe Cultural Backgrounds Study BiblePerseverance in Gratitude by David A. deSilvaThe Games by David GoldblattAncient Greek Athletics, by Stephen G. MillerA Brief History of the Olympic Games by David C. Young The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s time for our monthly Favored or Forsaken! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss the recent news that James Dobson’s name has appeared in the Epstein files, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson correcting the Pope, and a prayer ring that takes us on a shocking detour. MENTIONS​ Podcast about Dobson in the Epstein FilesInstagramCheck it out here Confidein WebsiteFaithTech The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It is time to enter the Thunderdome for a third time! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as faith adjacent contenders go head-to-head! You’ll hear competitions between Christian artistic expressions, nepo babies versus reality show contestants, and an ultimate showdown between purity culture and the prosperity gospel. The stakes have never been higher, and the competition has never been fiercer in this crowdsourced Thunderdome! MENTIONS​ The OriginalThe Spicy OriginalThunderdome II: Christmas EditionCheck out the controversies sectionScented SocksAltered Precious Moments on EtsyMaddie Prewett TrouttSadie Robertson HuffJoanna GainesCarrie UnderwoodTim TebowFaith Adjacent: Purity CultureIKYN: If Not Purity Culture, Then What?Favored or Forsaken: Prosperity Gospel The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Got questions that don’t quite fit the vibe for your pastor or your therapist? That’s where we come in. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as we tackle listener questions about faithfulness to a local church, intellectual versus emotional connections with God, and what to do when your kids stumble upon books you disagree with. What’s the deal with Ryan Lochte’s faith journey and is Knox or Erin the better parent? You’ll have to listen to find out. MENTIONS​ Listen on PatreonLearn more hereCheck out our FavoredsHebrews 10:25The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get ready to solve some religious crimes of passion because we’re talking about Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Story. Join Erin and Evan as we unpack the sacred and secular aspects of this recent Netflix film. You’ll hear favored and forsaken moments, quotes we would like to see turned into a sermon series, life verses for this film, and so much more! MENTIONS​ Watch on NetflixRotten TomatoesIMDbHere’s the interview where Rian Johnson discusses his faithEcclesiastes 12:141 Corinthians 15:10 The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s time for our first Favored or Forsaken of 2026! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss Philip Yancey, plagiarizing sermons, and deer jerky ministry! You’ll hear about relevant insights from Casting Crowns songs, we discuss whether or not a sermon is even important to the Sunday gathering, and we present super specific ministries we would like to bring into the world. MENTIONS​ Here’s the Christianity Today articleParkinson’s Article Why More Marriages End When Wives Become IllHere’s the articleStealing Sundays on YouTubeHere’s the articleBoone BrothersThe Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re starting off the year with our 2026 prophecies! Join Erin, Jamie, and Evan as we discuss what we hope to see, what we think we’ll see, and what we’re nervous about in the new year! What will be the trends in Christianity for 2026, and what will Christian nationalists attack this year? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS​ Join The Faith Adjacent SeminaryListen to our 2025 PropheciesOctober Favored or ForsakenHere’s the article from Boston UniversityListen on AppleMusicListen to our Patreon June Favored or ForsakenHere’s the APNews ArticleWebsiteYoutubeListen on SpotifyListen on Apple MusicWatch the Doc The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We went on a field trip, and we’re here to tell you about it! Join Erin, Evan, Knox, and Jamie as we discuss our yeses and nos of experiencing the Dead Sea Scrolls at The Museum of the Bible. You’ll hear about having our assumptions challenged (in such a good way), witnessing an influencer’s deconstruction origin story in real time, and so much more! Most importantly, you’ll learn more than you ever wanted to know about Evan’s purchase from the gift shop, The Dead Sea Squirrels. MENTIONS​ Visit the Museum of the BibleJesus End-of-Summer Road TripFavored or Forsaken: Hobby LobbyInterview with Archaeologist Dr. Jodi MagnessSWDGISS: The Dead Sea ScrollsListen to our December Fellowship Hall on PatreonGet the books hereWatch the showThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For our final main feed episode of 2025, we’re talking about our NOs of Christmas! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we discuss listener stories about communion farts, sexy Christmas carols, and live manger scenes gone awry. Should we hold birthday parties for Jesus, and what constitutes a bad versus good case of diarrhea? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS​ Go hereChenille Waffle Sherpa Back Throw from Pottery BarnLearn more here Listen to Amy Poehler and Julia Louis-Dreyfus The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As 2025 comes to a close, we thought we would pick our most favored and most forsaken topics of the year! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss things like Christian pushback against ICE, the closing of Joann Fabric and Crafts, Pope Leo XIV, and so much more! You’ll also hear what is favored for each of us right now! MENTIONS​ Here’s the linkHere are the Diplomas Christian Pushback Against ICEToureShow on TikTokSeptember Favored or ForsakenRead more here Learn about the demise of JoannFA Christmas PonderingFA Christmas PartyModern Genre Theory by Andrew JuddRev. Blair on InstagramChristmas Songs by Penny & SparrowJoyful, Joyful CeCe WinansSimply Christmas and The Christmas Album by Leslie Odom, Jr.A Charlie Brown Christmas The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this very special episode, Erin and Evan are joined by rare two-time guest Beth Allison Barr! Listen along as we discuss her latest book, Becoming the Pastor’s Wife, and ask her questions about things like church shopping, whether or not to stay in a Southern Baptist Church, and so much more! Who are some of Beth’s favorite women in medieval history, and is A Knight’s Tale an accurate representation of medieval life? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS​ Here’s the linkHere are the Diplomas WebsiteInstagramThe Making of Biblical WomanhoodBecoming the Pastor’s WifeSubstackWatch on Disney+Gender and Authority in the Late Medieval Church by Ian ForrestRead The Christian Bookstore RejectsEconomica by Victoria BatemanThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, we’re replacing The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with the Faith Adjacent Thanksgiving Parade! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we share our own pics for Biblical-themed parade floats, balloons, commentators, and more! MENTIONS​ Here’s the linkHere are the Diplomas Get 25% off all our episode bundles! Listen to our Jesus End-of-Summer Road Trip episode Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple MusicWatch hereListen to The Faith Adjacent Oscars with Andy JuddListen hereThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s time for our monthly Favored or Forsaken episode! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we discuss woke nuns, a TikTok social experiment, and the recent influx of little Jesuses appearing all over cities. You’ll also hear what is favored for each of us right now! MENTIONS​ Here’s the linkHere are the Diplomas Nuns Return Land to Native American TribeHere’s Nikolie Monroe’s AccountHere’s the instagram post As Long As I Am in the Tent of This Body I Will Make a Joyful Noise Pt 1. by John Van DeusenKnock at the Sky by Liz Charlotte GrantBeard: A Memoir of a Marriage by Kelly Foster Lundquist The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get your worship flags ready and warm up that hot tub because we’re talking about weird ministries! Join Erin and Evan as we discuss listener comments about unorthodox church ministries such as puppet and cookie ministries. What is the deal with Erin’s childhood orange ministry, and what does swallowing a live goldfish have to do with spreading the Gospel? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS​ Get Weird by CJ CasciottaListen to the Faith Adjacent Book ClubHere are all the resources you need Learn more hereListen to Favored or Forsaken: Proverbs 31 Women The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today’s latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School, we’re unpacking Biblical Inerrancy! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss the history behind the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, some alternatives to digging your heels in on this concept, and why people tend to use inerrancy as a litmus test for salvation. What is meant by Jesus being the Word of God, and what do foreskins have to do with any of this? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS​ Read it hereDefending InerrancyJohn 12 Timothy 3:16-17SWDGISS: How We Got the BibleTextual Criticism with Dr. WidderThe Making of Biblical Womanhood by Beth Allison BarrFive Views on Biblical InerrancyModern Genre Theory by Andrew Judd The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you have a moment for me to tell you about our latest Faith Adjacent episode? Today we’re evangelizing about The NOs of Evangelism! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss listener comments about public nuisance fines, hermit crabs, evangelism tracts, and so much more! Is Evan a secret cult leader, and which of us is most likely to invite a door-to-door evangelist into their home? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS​ Get the Rogue One and Andor Episode BundleListen on PatreonLearn more hereLearn more from Chick TractsDeep-dive into the law here Watch Saved! on Amazon Prime The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In honor of the release of our Rogue One and Andor episode bundle at The Faith Adjacent Shop, we’re sharing our Sacred Cinema of the movie that started it all, Star Wars: A New Hope. Listen along as Knox, Jamie, and Erin unpack the sacred and secular aspects of this 1977 classic! You’ll hear about some recasting suggestions, bible studies that could be based on the film, tons of fun facts, and so much more! MENTIONS​ Get it hereDisney+IMDbRotten TomatoesThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.