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What does it mean to be a connected church?
In this episode, Joe talks with Jennifer Rodia about connectionalism and what it looks like to live it out in real life. Drawing on experiences from churches in New York to communities across Africa and beyond, they explore how connection shapes faith, community, and our understanding of God.
In this episode:
- How global relationships reveal a fuller picture of God
- The shift from “serving others” to mutual community
- Why listening across differences matters
- The challenges—and gifts—of being a global church
- How stepping outside our comfort zones can deepen faith
At its core, this conversation is an invitation: to connect more deeply, listen more openly, and discover how God is at work beyond our own experience.
- Learn: Regionalization (UMC.org/Regionalization): How The UMC is organizing to better reflect our worldwide connections.
- Engage: Global Ministries of The UMC is a great place to learn about the church around the world.
- Stay informed: Sign up for United Methodist News Digest and watch The Recap to stay informed of our worldwide church.
More information and a full transcript of this conversation are available here.
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