Fewer Millennials are going to church than their parents did, so what gives? Is it laziness, apathy, too many avocados for breakfast? Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss all aspects of faith, from denominations to mental health, abuse within the church and more. Each episode dives into a topic from a millennial viewpoint, and in discussion and debate we hope to challenge and strengthen your faith.
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."
Proverbs 27:17 (NIV)
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In an 'Almost the Anvil' mini episode, Emily Owen, author of 'Still Emily', joins Andrew to discuss her book, learning to hold on to hope in dark times, and which author she'd want to get trapped in a lift with! This episode was recorded over Zoom prior to the most recent UK lockdown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As our season comes to a close, Andrew, Georgia and Linda relive some of their favourite moments from the series. And, faint as it is - Linda did moo! The Anvil will be back in the autumn. www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the penultimate episode of the season, Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss something all Christians do, but perhaps we don't think much about - prayer. We apologise for some audio issues we experienced with this recording. Half of this was technical. The other half was our dog making too much noise! The Anvil is a podcast from Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss what makes Donald Trump attractive to American Christians and how Christians should respond to injustice and unjust leaders The Anvil is hosted by Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After a few heavy weeks, Andrew, Georgia and Linda chat about some light hearted questions that might help you get to know them a bit better. The Anvil is a podcast by Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Something we had to cut out of the main episode - Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss how they would write a sequel to 'The Man who Broke into St Peter's - be sure to listen to the full episode as well to hear our review of this amazing book! The Anvil is a podcast by Churches Bookshop www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew, Georgia and Linda continue their discussion of abuse within the church, this time reviewing the book 'The Man who Broke into St Peter's' by Chick Yuill, published by Instant Apostle. We really encourage you to get a copy of this book from your local Christian Bookshop - find those that are delivering here: The Anvil is a podcast from Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Andrew, Georgia and Linda take a look at the difficult topic of abuse within the church, and discuss why the church seems to be so vulnerable, and how it can be made safer. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, you can find support here: NAPAC - Recovery from childhood abuse - https://napac.org.uk/ Victim Support - Support for various forms of abuse - https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/crime-info/types-crime/domestic-abuse MACSAS - Support for victims of Minister & C...
Andrew, Georgia and Linda are joined by Rev'd Andy Fishburne to discuss all things worship - what it is, how we do it, and how are we doing things differently during lockdown? If you are interested in the Sthie services, you can find them at the links below Facebook Youtube Find The Anvil on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheAnvil The Anvil is produced by Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Andrew, Georgia and Linda chat about what they've watched, read and listened to this week, and think about what makes a healthy media 'diet' for a Christian, and whether anything should be off limits entirely. The Anvil is produced by Churches Bookshop www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew, Georgia and Linda are discussing the idea of Sabbath this week - what does sabbath look like in our modern, 24/7 world where the idea of a special day for rest can seem to be antithetical to the culture we live in. Also, there's a very accurate bat impression (so Andrew claims). The Anvil is from Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Following on from last week's episode on Chronic Illness, Andrew, Georgia, Linda and special guest Rae review the book 'Still Emily' by Emily Owen, published by Sarah Grace Publishing. The book tells the story of Emily Owen's diagnosis and life with Neurofibromatosis Type 2. It chronicles Emily's struggle to find meaning and identity in a life that looks very different from the one she expected and her inspiring faith and strength through out. Emily Owen is an author, speaker and workshop facili...
Andrew, Georgia, Linda and special guest Rae discuss what it's like to live with and support others through chronic illness as a Christian and the impact that has on one's experience of the current lockdown. This episode has been recorded over Zoom due to the current restrictions on the Isle of Man. Please be aware there may be some audio quality issues. The Anvil is hosted by Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Andrew, Georgia & Linda discuss spiritual gifts. Do they still exist? What are our experiences of them? And can the church even agree on a definition? The Anvil is produced by Churches Bookshop on the Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happy Easter from the Anvil! Andrew, Georgia and Linda are here for an Easter special, playing a game of hunt the thimble and discussing what Easter Sunday looks like for them this week. The Anvil is produced by Churches Bookshop - www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss anxieties around the current Coronavirus pandemic, the Church's response, and how life is different now. This episode has been recorded over Zoom due to the current restrictions on the Isle of Man. Please be aware there may be some audio quality issues. The Anvil is made by Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Following on from last week's episode on Mental Health, Andrew, Georgia and Linda review the book 'From Over the Edge' by Jon Grogan, published by Sacristy Press. The book takes a brief look at many facets of mental health, and in particular depression, from the perspective of a Christian who has experienced depressive breakdown and recovery. Jon Grogan is a lawyer, and lives in Newcastle and is married with two children. Sacristy Press is an independent publishing house based in Durham. Hosted ...
Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss mental health issues, which affect 1 in 4 of us every year. What is a Christian response to those struggling? What advice would we give to Christians in the midst of mental illness? How can churches ensure they are nurturing spaces for all? The book we will be reviewing next week is 'From Over the Edge' by Jon Grogan, published by Sacristy Press. Get it from your local Christian Bookshop - by supporting them you will help keep a vital ministry on the high street...
Just how important are different denominations nowadays? What makes a particular denomination good or bad? Which church has notoriously bad after-service biscuits? Andrew, Georgia and Linda discuss these things and more in this episode of 'The Anvil' 'As Iron sharpens Iron, so one person sharpens another.' Proverbs 27:17 (NIV) The Anvil is hosted by Churches Bookshop, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Introducing the new podcast from Churches Bookshop Isle of Man - the Anvil features three millennials talking about faith. In our first episode, we play a game of 'Never Have I Ever' - listen in for tales of sleeping in church, a cruel joke from a minister and coveting cows (Yes, really). The Anvil releases every Wednesday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
A short teaser of Series One of The Anvil by Churches Bookshop. During the series, Andrew, Georgia and Linda will be discussing topics around Christian faith from a millennial viewpoint, and sometimes even staying on topic. Episode 1 is released on Wednesday 4th March 2020 "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." Proverbs 27:17 NIV Churches Bookshop is located in Douglas, Isle of Man www.churchesbookshop.im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
