Justifying the Church's Existence with David Bunce

If your church closed its doors would your community notice?  Join Reverend Tara Beth Leach, Dr. Mark Quanstrom, and guest David Bunce from Bad Ishel, Austria, as they explore the theological and existential challenges of justifying a church's existence in modern society. Dive into deep conversations about community, cultural pressures, and the essence of the church's mission while understanding diverse perspectives from both the U.S. and Austria. Timestamps 01:25 The Mission and Justification of the Church 02:21 Theological Reflections on Church Identity 03:32 Challenges of Small Church Communities 04:10 The Role of the Church in the Community 07:39 Understanding Church Through the Lens of Dementia 11:05 Practical Church Leadership and Community 12:40 Cultural and Contextual Dynamics in Church Life 19:53 Church Weekend Retreat Insights 22:09 Global Church Challenges and Solutions 28:15 Final Thoughts and Farewell