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In this episode of The Table Podcast, Kasey Olander sits down with DTS alumni Ciaran and June Loughran to explore the shifting landscape of Christianity in Ireland. The Loughrans share their journey from working as engineers to planting Living Hope Church, discussing the unique opportunities of leading a highly multicultural congregation in a post-religious society. Listen in for their insights on maintaining cultural flexibility, keeping the Gospel central, and building trust through authentic pastoral leadership.

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00:00 Introduction

01:53 Ciarán’s journey

05:46 June’s story

08:07 A leap of faith: Leaving engineering for Dallas Theological Seminary

15:20 The religious history, geography, and demographics of Ireland

25:39 The “New Irish” and pastoring a growing multicultural church

34:10 Navigating cultural expectations, dress, and pastoral titles

42:04 Building trust in a post-religious society through authentic leadership

47:18 Final encouragements

The opinions expressed by guest speakers do not necessarily reflect the positions of Dallas Theological Seminary.