In All Things

Learn the ins and outs of this years 46th General Assembly. Gianna Lazaro interviews Michael Davis.

What does it mean to be a people marked by prayer?

In this episode of In All Things, Dave Strunk, outgoing Moderator of the 45^th General Assembly and Thursday morning worship speaker, reflects on the theme of prayer through the story of Hezekiah and Isaiah. Drawing from scripture and his experience serving the EPC, Dave offers encouragement for leaders and churches to seek the Lord with humility, dependence, and trust.

As we gather for General Assembly, this conversation reminds us that our strength as a church is found not in ourselves, but in the Lord, and that we are “Better Together” when we come to Him in prayer.

To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026

How does the church stand firm in the midst of spiritual opposition, and what does that mean for our unity?

In this episode of In All Things, Keon Abner, teaching elder and Regional Church Planting Director for the EPC Northeast, shares his experience in ministry and previews his General Assembly message from Ephesians 6, exploring the reality of spiritual warfare and the call for the church to stand firm together. As we prepare for General Assembly, this conversation calls us to remain grounded in truth, strengthened in faith, and committed to one another – because we are “Better Together.”

To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026

What does it look like to trust Jesus in the midst of uncertainty?

In this episode of In All Things, Megan Hackman, church planter and our Wednesday morning worship speaker at GA, shares about her experience in church planting and the ways God has been at work in her community. She reflects on both the joys and challenges of planting a church and the importance of depending on the Lord in every season of ministry.

Megan also offers insight into John 14:1-7, the passage she will be preaching at General Assembly, where Jesus reminds His disciples, “Let not your hearts be troubled.” As we prepare for General Assembly, this conversation points us to the hope we have in Christ and reminds us that we are truly “Better Together.”

To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026

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

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/

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

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

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

What role does the Book of Discipline play in the life of the church, and why does it matter for the EPC today?

In this episode of In All Things, Betsy Rumer, co-chair of the Book of Discipline Revision Task Force, joins us to discuss the work of the task force and the recommendations being brought to this year’s General Assembly. Betsy offers helpful insight into the purpose of the Book of Discipline, the process behind the proposed revisions, and how these changes are intended to support the health, accountability, and unity of the church.

Throughout the conversation, Betsy highlights the collaborative spirit of the EPC and the importance of approaching this work with both clarity and grace, living into this year’s theme that we are truly Better Together.

To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026