Leading Theologically

Leading Theologically

In this podcast reboot, our new host the Rev. Bill Davis gathers a diverse group of friends, mentors and colleagues for conversations around spirituality, leadership, theology, and much more. Topics are current and fresh, and the conversation is always engaging.

Episodes

Reflecting on a Season of Wisdom and Discernment with Bill Davis

December 17, 2025 • 38 mins
Rev. Zoë Garry is joined by Rev. Bill Davis to explore the wisdom of this season's podcast guests and their thought-provoking reflections on discernment in their varying contexts. 
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Exploring Formal Discernment Tools with Michael Gehrling

December 3, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode Rev. Zoë Garry is joined by 1001 New Worshiping Communities' Associate for Recruitment and Assessment Michael Gehrling to explore one of the many resources in our denomination to help leaders in their discernment and the benefits of going through a formal process.
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Discerning Seminary with Ann-Henley Nicholson

November 19, 2025 • 33 mins
Rev. Ann-Henley Nicholson serves as Vice President of Enrollment Management and Vocational Outreach at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. Ann-Henley grew up worshipping in the pews at Sec­ond Presbyterian Church in Roanoke, Virginia. She didn’t imagine then that she’d later ex­perience a call to ministry, yet God is always faithful and often full of surprises. After graduating from the University of Virginia, she pu...
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Reading Theologically with Robert Williamson

November 11, 2025 • 35 mins
Join Dr. Robert Williamson and your host, Bill Davis, as they discuss Robert's new book Reading the Bible with Brueggemann. Together they’ll dive into some of Dr. Brueggemann’s famous and lesser known works and why they matter for the church today. "Reading the Bible with Brueggemann" can be ordered at https://store.acupressbooks.com/products/reading-the-bible-with-brueggemann
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The Journey of Discernment with Rev. Daniel Heath

November 5, 2025 • 33 mins
In this episode Rev Zoë Garry is joined by the Rev. Daniel Heath, Davidson College's Associate Chaplain and Director of the Davidson Forum to talk about conversations on college campuses and reflecting on moments of discernment within their own journeys. Rev. Heath also serves as Chaplain for Major League Soccer's Charlotte FC. He earned degrees at Morehouse College, University of North Carolina School of Law, Winthrop University,...
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Discernment with youth with Rev. Tim Yi

October 22, 2025 • 32 mins
In this episode Rev Zoë Garry is joined by Community Church of Seattle's Youth Pastor Rev. Tim Yi to talk about what is means to create intentional conversations around discernment with the youth at his church and also the volunteers that help support the church's Christian education program. Tim is passionate in reaching the next generation through relationships, discipleship, and creativity. Tim also creates YouTube videos that ...
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Discernment and college students with Rev. Dr. Gini Norris-Lane

October 8, 2025 • 31 mins
In this season 7 premier episode, the Rev. Zoë Garry is joined by Ukirk Executive Director the Rev. Dr. Virginia “Gini” Norris-Lane to talk about what is means to create intentional conversations around discernment. With over 25 years of experience working in faith communities around discernment, Gini shares stories of hope, excitement and ways to explore spaces and careers that “make you feel alive.” Rev. Dr. Virginia “Gini” Norr...
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Season 6 recap and analysis with Bruce Grady

June 4, 2025 • 30 mins
Join Bill as he recaps this season on reconciliation, reparations, and repairs with his guest the Rev. Dr. Bruce Grady. Bruce reflects on these themes, shares an example of repair work that happened in his community, and why these topics are important for congregations to continue engaging.
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Reconciliation, Healing and Hope with Emma Jordan-Simpson

May 21, 2025 • 37 mins
Join the Rev. Dr. Emma Jordan-Simpson and host, Bill Davis, for this wide ranging conversation on reconciliation. They'll dive into the way stories to heal, the creative imagination it takes to dream a future full of hope, and the power of children laughing.
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Reconciliation in Paul's Letters with Rod Caruthers

May 7, 2025 • 36 mins
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Rodney Caruthers II, New Testament professor from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, as he explores some teachings from the Apostle Paul related to our theme of Reconciliation. What "R" words will Dr. Caruthers add to our alliterative list? Listen to find out!
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Reconciling Biblical Stories with Justin Reed

April 23, 2025 • 40 mins
Join Bill Davis and Justin Reed for a conversation on themes of reconciliation, repair, and reparations as they relate to several key narratives in the book of Genesis, including the stories of Cain and Abel, Jacob and Esau, and Joseph and his brothers. The Rev. Dr. Justin Reed is an associate professor of Old Testament at Louisville Seminary, where he teaches with a focus on African-American hermeneutics. He has degrees from Sta...
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Political and Personal Reconciliation with Allen Hilton

April 8, 2025 • 44 mins
Rev. Dr. Allen Hilton from House United joins Bill for a conversation about political and personal reconciliation. They talk about algorithms and echo chambers, early church divisions and Jesus’ call for us all to be one. Join us for another important conversation in our reconciliation series. Show links: Built Together – Omaha Presbyterian Seminary Foundation https://omahapresbyterianseminaryfoundation.org/built-together/ House...
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Repairing Historic Harms with Jermaine Ross-Allam

March 25, 2025 • 26 mins
Rev. Jermaine Ross-Allam joins Rev. Bill Davis to continue the conversation on reconciliation. In addition to sharing about Project 180 and the work of the Center for the Repair for Historic Harms of the Presbyterian Church (USA), Jermaine takes time to define some of the key concepts that are important for us to understand when we talk about reconciliation, reparations, and repair.
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A Peaceful Reconciliation with Laurie Lyter Bright

March 11, 2025 • 29 mins
Today Bill is joined by the Rev. Dr. Laurie Lyter Bright, of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship, for this wide ranging conversation at the intersection of peacemaking, reconciliation, the life of Jesus, and the way communities form us for peacemaking and reconciliation.
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Reconciliation with Adrian Miller, the Soul Food Scholar

February 25, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode Bill is joined by the Soul Food Scholar, Adrian Miller, to talk about the places reconciliation happens in our lives and communities. A James Beard award winning author, Adrian has been actively involved in reconciliation work for over 30 years. Pull a chair up to the table for this tasty conversation as our reconciliation series continues.
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Racial Reconciliation and Leadership with Paul Roberts

February 9, 2025 • 35 mins
Season 6 — with a focus on Reconciliation — kicks off with Rev. Paul Roberts Sr., who doesn't actually use that word. Why? He explains it well in this episode that will have you contemplating the meaning of the term, and how it interacts with the terms Repair and Reparations. Rev. Bill Davis leads the conversation with Roberts, who serves as President of Johnson C. Smith Seminary in Atlanta. Together, they explore the vital top...
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BONUS: Reading Theologically with William Yoo, Reckoning with History

January 26, 2025 • 32 mins
Join Rev. Bill Davis for a conversation with Dr. William Yoo, Associate Professor of American Religious and Cultural History at Columbia Theological Seminary, as they discuss Dr. Yoo's newest book, "Reckoning with History: Settler Colonialism, Slavery, and the Making of American Christianity." "Reckoning with History" is available at https://www.wjkbooks.com/Products/0664265014/reckoning-with-history.aspx
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Season 5 recap with Bill Davis and Zoë Garry

November 25, 2024 • 22 mins
In the season 5 finale, Bill and Zoë discuss highlights of the season and share their thoughts about the landscape of theological education and church leadership.
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Hispanic Latino/a/e Leadership in Ministry: José R. Irizarry and Victor Aloyo

November 11, 2024 • 34 mins
The Rev. Dr.’s Jose Irizarry and Victor Aloyo join host Bill Davis for a conversation about cultivating leadership in Hispanic Latino/a/e Presbyterian Communities, and the actions of GA226 in supporting these communities.
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Live from Montreat Conference Center (Hurricane Helene)

October 29, 2024 • 46 mins
In this special episode we will be in conversation with two leaders from Montreat Conference Center. Richard DuBose, President, and Carol Steele, VP of Programs, join us from the conference center to share how they are leading faithfully following Hurricane Helene. You can contribute to the relief effort at https://montreat.org/helene
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