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The Central Cast

The Central Cast

Written by: Central Avenue Church
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 Central is a healing and inclusive spiritual community for those hurt by religion and seeking the sacred. We are a fully affirming community that discusses challenging spiritual topics, reflects through progressive Christian liturgy, communes over food and drink, and serves our neighbors.Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
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  • 2/15/26: Facing Death, Choosing Love: A Baldwin-Inspired Lenten Meditation

    2/15/26: Facing Death, Choosing Love: A Baldwin-Inspired Lenten Meditation
    Feb 15 2026

    In this episode the host reflects on Ash Wednesday and uses James Baldwin's words to explore mortality, racism, and the ways religion can both comfort and control. Drawing on radical theology and the image of a crucified God, the conversation asks how acknowledging death can lead us to love, justice, and becoming Christ in the world.
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    44 mins
  • 2/8/26: Moral Clarity & Courage: A Pastor's Call to Resist

    2/8/26: Moral Clarity & Courage: A Pastor's Call to Resist
    Feb 8 2026

    In this episode Aaron unpacks Matthew 12 and redefines the "unforgivable sin" as calling compassion and liberation evil. He critiques spiritual bypassing and evangelical moral relativism, connects faith to historical fights against fascism and civil rights, and urges moral clarity, courage, and activism as essential expressions of faith. The episode closes with questions for reflection and a call to collective action.
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    47 mins
  • 2/1/26: Finding Sanity in a World Gone Mad: Lessons from James Cone

    2/1/26: Finding Sanity in a World Gone Mad: Lessons from James Cone
    Feb 1 2026

    In this episode the host explores rising anxiety and the search for hope by turning to Black church wisdom and the work of Dr. James Cone. Topics include the cruciform meaning of the cross, how faith and story sustained resistance to white supremacy, the idea of a present-focused "cruciform" faith, and how historical lessons from the Black community can guide our fight against contemporary fascism while nurturing solidarity, compassion, and action.
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    44 mins
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