Steve McAlpine is an author and blogger with a background in journalism and three decades of experience in pastoring and church planting.

In this conversation Caleb Gray and Stephen McAlpine explore the complexities of leadership within the church, the cultural shifts impacting faith communities, and the search for transcendence in a secular age.

The conversation covers:

- Leaders are called to build trust, embrace cultural differences, and foster genuine connections within the church.

- Church discipline can be tricky, especially with people moving between congregations and embracing more independence.

- Spiritual practices should help us grow closer to Jesus, while the church is encouraged to engage more openly with the spiritual side of life.

- Deconstruction can lead to rediscovering deeper truths, and through it all, we remember that suffering is an important part of our Christian walk.

To find out more about Stephen McAlpine & his work - https://stephenmcalpine.com/

How can innovation reshape poverty alleviation? What if the solution to poverty isn’t just aid, but innovation? Efosa Ojomo is a Nigerian author, researcher and speaker. He leads the Global Prosperity research group at the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation, a think tank based in Boston and Silicon Valley and is a senior research fellow at the Harvard Business School. He also co-authored "The Prosperity Paradox".

In this episode Caleb and Efosa discuss how disruptive market innovations can drive economic empowerment and prosperity, challenging common misconceptions about poverty and offering practical steps for Christians to engage with resources in transformative ways.

To find out more about Efosa & his work -http://efosaojomo.com/

https://www.faithdriveninvestor.org/bios/efosa-ojomo

Bryan Crum is an author and holds a bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies, an MBA from ITT Tech and certifications in bioethics and world health from Harvard.

In this episode we discuss the importance of confronting death, overcoming self-doubt, and the cultural obsession with self-image. We also jump into some topics found in Bryan's book 'Neighbor, Love Yourself.' (Bob Goff author of New York Times best sellerLove Does, and Kimberly Stuart, best-selling author and speaker, collaborated on this book)

Head over here to find out more about Bryan or grab a copy of his book -https://www.bryancrum.com/

Don Golden is an impact investment strategist and fundraising consultant who specialises in the intersection of faith-motivated impact investing and market-based solutions.

In this episode, Caleb Gray and Don explore the intersection of faith and finance, discussing how our relationship with Jesus influences our understanding of wealth and purpose. They dive into the dichotomy between those with means and those with meaning, emphasizing the church's role in changing the world. They also touch on the concept of impact investing and the power of generosity in combating the myth of scarcity.

To find out more about Don -https://www.donrgolden.com/

To find out more about Just Capital Quotiant -https://www.justcapitalquotient.com/

Richard Beaumont is an experienced humanitarian, philanthropist and former founder & CEO of the Entrust Foundation. Entrust partners with local organisations, empowering grassroots projects to see the lives of the poor and oppressed transformed through effective community development.In this episode Richard emphasizes the importance of contentment and being in the place where God wants you. He encourages millennials to focus on their goals and priorities when thinking about money.To find out more about Richard or Entrust Foundation head over here:https://entrust.org.au/

linkedin.com/in/richard-beaumont-716bbb8

Dr Michael Frost is an internationally recognised Australian missiologist and theologian who is one of the leading voices in the missional church movement.

Caleb Gray & Mike Frost explore the themes of community, gentrification, and the mission of the church in a changing cultural landscape. They discuss the importance of being rooted in a neighborhood, the challenges posed by gentrification, and how these factors impact the church's mission.

Find out more about Mike Frost here: https://mikefrost.net/

Charly (Beathard) Perry is a rising musician whose passion and authenticity is evident through her songs.

In this conversation she opens up about how fear, insecurity & loss have shaped her journey in becoming the music artist she is. Her hope is that her songs can meet people where they are and stir their hearts to know Jesus.

Find out more about Charly Perry @ https://www.charlybeathard.com/

Find her on Instagram, Youtube & Spotify @charlyperry

Dr. Gary Millar is an author & principal of Queensland Theological College, where he teaches Old Testament, Biblical Theology, and Preaching He holds a D.Phil from Oxford on Deuteronomy. He previously worked as a pastor for 17 years in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and was involved in both church revitalisation and church planting.

His latest book is Both/And Ministry: Living and Leading Like Jesus (Good Book Company, 2025)