Pastor M and Pastor Phil Gagnon from Saint Albert, Alberta, Canada discuss the rite and need for exorcism. While a rare rite to be performed, Pr. Gagnon argues it is still needed in the world. After all, the scriptures do say that “Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” Plus, forays into witchcraft and the proliferation of so-called ghost hunters.
When Dan Cogen's blogpost about his journey away from contemporary worship music went viral, he joined the ranks of many who have been questioning the use of contemporary music. This podcast looks at what drives musical styles for the act of worship, and looks at the theology behind those choices. As one who has spent two decades in worship leadership, Dan has seen at all and tells his story here. This is not a contemporary music bashing session, but an examinination about what kind of contemporary music is appropriate and why, and why hymns (and the psalms!) make for great worship music.
Pastor M. interviews architect Julien Meyrat to talk church architecture and a bit about architecture generally. The interview covers historical trends in church architecture and looks at what churches can do to maximize their design dollars while not forsaking beauty.