In All Things

Episode 232: Better Together with the Global Church with Ed McCallum

What does it mean to be part of Christ’s global church? In this episode of In All Things, Ed McCallum, ITEN’s Associate for Site and Program Development and our Tuesday evening worship speaker at this year’s General Assembly, reflects on Matthew 16 and the promise that Christ will build His church. With a focus on global mission and the upcoming World Outreach Commissioning service, Ed shares how the EPC participates in God’s work around the world. This episode reminds us that the church is truly global and that we are “Better Together” as we join in God’s mission across nations and cultures. To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026 [https://epconnect.org/ga2026/]

Episode 231: Better Together in Ephesians with Tim Sansbury

What does it look like for the church to grow together as one body in Christ? In this episode of In All Things, Dr. Tim Sansbury, provost and professor at Knox Theological Seminary and our Tuesday morning worship speaker at General Assembly, reflects on Ephesians 4:15-16, the theme passage for this year’s Assembly. He offers insight into what it means to “speak the truth in love” and how the church is called to maturity as it is joined and held together in Christ. This conversation invites us to consider how we can grow together in faith and unity, living into the truth that we are “Better Together.” To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026 Read Tim’s book here: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/beyond-time-9780761846420/ [https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/beyond-time-9780761846420/]

Episode 230: Church Planting at GA with Tom Ricks

What role does church planting play in the future of the EPC, and how can we be a part of it? In this episode of In All Things, Tom Ricks, National Director of Church Planting, shares a vision for church planting across the denomination and reflects on the opportunities available for current and prospective planters. Tom highlights the ways the EPC is working to equip, support, and send leaders into new communities with the gospel. With a special focus on this year’s General Assembly, this conversation invites listeners to consider how they might engage in the work of church planting – whether by going, sending, or supporting – and reminds us that in this shared mission, we are truly “Better Together.” To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026 [https://epconnect.org/ga2026/]

Episode 229: Ad-Interim Committee on Ordination Standards and Process with Doug Resler and Julie Hawkins

What does it mean to uphold faithful ordination standards in today’s church? In this episode of In All Things, guest host Annie Rose sits down with Doug Resler and Julie Hawkins, co-chairs of the ad-interim committee on ordination standards, to discuss the work of their committee and the recommendations being presented to this year’s General Assembly. They offer insight into the importance of ordination standards for the health of the church and the preparation of its leaders, as well as the process their team followed in studying and discerning these issues together. As the EPC looks ahead, this conversation highlights the value of thoughtful collaboration and shared discernment, reminding us that we are truly Better Together. To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026 [https://epconnect.org/ga2026/]

Episode 228: Ad-Interim Committee on SSA and Ordination Standards

How can the church approach complex and sensitive questions with both theological clarity and pastoral care? In this episode of In All Things, Cameron Shaffer, co-chair of the ad-interim committee on same-sex attraction and ordination standards, shares insight into the work of the committee and the recommendations coming to this year’s General Assembly. Cameron offers a thoughtful framework rooted in Scripture, as well as practical guidance for how church leaders can navigate these conversations with wisdom, humility, and compassion. This episode invites listeners to consider how the EPC can remain faithful to its convictions while continuing to pursue unity in mission, living out the reality that we are Better Together. To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026 [http://epconnect.org/ga2026]