The Hopeful Church

How Young Preachers Are Reclaiming Hope and Authenticity in a Digital Age

In this episode, Dr. Darrell Gwaltney hosts a vibrant conversation with emerging preachers Nicole Rittgers, Julia Hayes, and Sarah Garrett Krey. They share their journeys

Spiritual Formation and Signs of Burnout: Vicki Askew

In this episode, Darrell Gwaltney speaks with Vicki Askew, executive director of the Center for Hope and Healing in Nashville, TN, about nurturing spiritual growth and ad

The Connection Between Peacemaking and Discipleship: Todd Deatherage

In this episode, Darrell Gwaltney sits down with Todd Deatherage, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Telos, to explore how Christian discipleship is shaped through peac

Redeveloping Church Buildings, Embracing Risk, and Engaging Community: Kyle Thompson

In this episode, Pastor Kyle Thompson shares his inspiring journey of revitalizing SouthPark Church amid urban transformation. His story of hope offers valuable lessons o

Following the Call to Preach and Inspiring the Next Generation of Preachers: Rev. Dr. Larry T Crudup

In this episode, Reverend Dr. Larry T. Crudup — Senior Pastor of Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Spartanburg, SC, and a part-time professor of Leadership at Anderson Unive

The Power of the Spoken Word and the Next Generation of Preachers: Dwight A. Moody

This episode explores the transformative role of preaching and the spoken word in shaping lives and communities. Featuring insights from Dwight A Moody, a pioneer in prea