The UFO Files

The Feminization of the Church

In this episode Pastor Raef digs into a passion topic of his, the Feminization of the Church. As stated, "Due to a complex web of historical, cultural, and ecclesiastical influences, modern evangelicalism has become increasingly feminized in its language, values, and overall ministry structures. This has produced a vision of Christian maturity that resonates more naturally with the feminine rather than the masculine spirit." In this episode we'll dig into eight signs of the Feminization of the Church. https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/southern-baptists-step-toughen-stance-172631118.html

Pride Month - New Marketing on an Ancient Lie

In this episode, Pastor Raef navigates the theological claims of Pride Month. Specifically, he digs into the work of Judith Butler, an important figure in the history of the LGBTQ movement, and compares her claims with other more "ancient" claims. https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/npr/2026/05/30/nx-s1-5805854/pride-celebrations-struggle-as-corporate-sponsorships-dry-up/ https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/03/03/chicago-pride-parade-returns-june-28-with-free-to-be-proud-theme/

The UFO Files

In this episode Pastor Raef thinks about the recent 'UFO Files' released by the government, and engages with four common responses on the topic of UFO's. Resources https://www.newsweek.com/ufo-files-update-13-fighter-jets-chased-flying-object-star-shaped-object-11976772 https://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2026-05-08/pentagon-declassifies-ufo-files-and-photos-following-trump-order https://nypost.com/2026/03/29/us-news/jd-vance-warns-that-ufos-could-be-demons-flying-around-earth-vows-to-get-to-the-bottom-of-it/

Evangelizing Dads at the Abortion Clinic

This last week Pastor Raef engaged in two powerful conversations with two different men at the Abortion clinic. In these conversations you'll hear not only the types of discussions that happen outside the clinic, but you'll also gain insight on how you can have spiritual conversations with folks as well.

More Evangelism Encounters at UIC

Last week I went out evangelizing at UIC again. I recorded some of the conversations I had. In this podcast we walk through a handful of the conversations, as I give you a glimpse of how to respond to common questions people ask about Christianity.