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Unitarian Christian Alliance

84 EpisodesProduced by Mark Cain, UCA memberWebsite

The Trinity doctrine is perplexing. Many Christians prefer explicit Scriptures on the one God over catholic creeds. Mark Cain explores living as a lower-case-u unitarian amid a trinitarian majority with insights and stories from unorthodox guests.

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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

An important message from RadioPublic

82. Experiencing the Tuggy/White Debate, Street Interviews, and Post-debate Roundtable

March 20th, 2024

1:02:05

Experience the James White / Dale Tuggy debate ("Is Jesus YHWH?") first hand, with "man on the street" interviews and a next-day roundtable …

81. Reconstructing to Relationship - Josiah Wright (Part 2)

February 21st, 2024

45:04

Josiah's reemergence from agnosticism blossomed into a relationship with God beyond his expectations.

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80. Deconstructing to Agnostic - Josiah Wright (Part 1)

February 7th, 2024

43:33

A journey from Christianity into agnosticism, a first-hand perspective of a young man born in the era of limitless information.

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79. UCA UK International Conference Roundtable - Daisy Jones, David Fenton

January 24th, 2024

46:16

Excitement, laughter, and plans for the first ever international UCA conference from two of the brilliant team members helping make it happen. 

78. Success, Hubris, and the Titanic - Rex Cain

January 10th, 2024

53:07

Responding to success and to difficulty demands a humble heart. Host Mark Cain shares a historical lesson on the Titanic from his dad (1938-2017).

77. Four Views Panel Debrief, Evangelical Theological Society - Dale Tuggy, Brandon Duke

November 29th, 2023

57:41

Reflections from Dale and Brandon on their experience at ETS (unitarians in a sea of trinitarians), where Dale sat on a panel before 200+ …

76. Reiki, New Age Mysticism, and the Purge - Heather Bonsall

September 13th, 2023

1:07:29

Heather practiced reiki and new age mysticism, then saw the light and in isolated study, launched a journey into truth and peace. 

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  • James …

75. Ready to Go, Young Adults Roundtable #UCAcon2023

August 30th, 2023

1:02:41

Four young adults talk about their plans for the 2023 Unitarian Christian Alliance conference, and a Kegan Chandler bonus about UCA publishing and …

74. Prayer Station - Mark & Sandy DeYoung

June 21st, 2023

53:38

Two people, a love for ministry, and an intersection come together to make a difference in a small community.

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73. Do You Pray to the Father or the Son?

June 7th, 2023

54:49

Does a non-trinitarian view of God impact how we pray? Mark's insights on interacting with two heavenly individuals.

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  • John 17:3 - The …

72. Milk Without Manure? The Conflict Scooper - Alan Cain (Part 2)

May 3rd, 2023

1:04:16

Conflict as fuel for spiritual growth. Lessons from decades of church leadership.

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  • Romans 5:12ff - By one man came life
  • Luke 24:25 - First …

71. Milk Without Manure? Understanding Conflict - Alan Cain (Part 1)

April 19th, 2023

1:06:03

Conflict is inevitable. People are messy. Lessons from decades of church leadership.

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70. Translating the Revised English Version (REV) - John Schoenheit, Johnny Barnes

March 29th, 2023

53:19

Venture into the translating world of a small team, a big vision, and a refreshing lack of Trinitarian bias.

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69. HeGetsUs Because He's OneOfUs Roundtable - Woodard, Duke, Tuggy, Cain

March 15th, 2023

53:08

Did the #HeGetsUs campaign of 2023 achieve it's purpose? How the UCA instrumented the #OneOfUs para-campaign and why it matters. Tim Woodard, Brandon …

68. Pictures and Missions - Levi Gelineau

March 1st, 2023

44:57

Ecclesial autonomy, picture books, and mission stories from a Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation volunteer and podcaster.

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67. Why Is the Trinity Mainstream?

February 15th, 2023

40:12

Okay, Mark. You're allowed duct tape, bricks, farming techniques, nuclear science, gorilla glue, and no more than three made up words... Go!

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66. Good Counsel - Seneca Harbin, Laura Willenburg, Alex Waller

February 1st, 2023

52:52

How connections created a counseling non-profit for unitarian Christians.

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65. Mormon Wept - Mike Collier (Part 3)

January 18th, 2023

55:36

Mainstream Latter Day Saints was only a stopgap—Mike's search for truth would not lie dormant.

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  • Matthew 7:1-2 - Judge not lest ye be judged

64. Where We Stand (and Predictions) - Dale Tuggy

December 7th, 2022

49:15

Reformation, behaving Protestantly, and "The Script"—Dale Tuggy's opening remarks at the 2022 Unitarian Christian Alliance conference.

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63. Mormon Escape and Disillusionment - Mike Collier (Part 2)

November 23rd, 2022

47:32

Life in the commune was interrupted by life on the run, and then the painful emergence from Latter Day Saints fundamentalism.

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62. A Mormon Fundamentalist Upbringing - Mike Collier (Part 1)

November 9th, 2022

52:39

The origins of a small fringe group from within the Latter Day Saints—a first-hand account.

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61. Community Night #UCAcon2022

October 26th, 2022

1:02:44

Reflect, laugh, and celebrate at the 2022 UCA Conference, recorded live at the closing session with host Mark Cain...and many other voices.

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60. Pre-UCA Conference 2022 Roundtable

September 14th, 2022

48:14

Discussing the plans, topics, and activities for the upcoming Unitarian Christian Alliance 2nd annual meeting in Ohio with Jake Ballard, Anna Brown, …

59. Youth Quizzing - Julia, Colby, Kaitlyn

August 31st, 2022

32:33

These young people really do this—memorize chapters of Scripture each year. Yes, chapters.

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58. Glory & the Shortest Proof - John 17:5

July 27th, 2022

43:30

Three options on a question of Jesus' shared glory, and the alluring Proofthagorean Theorem. 

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  • John 17:5 - The glory Jesus had with the …

57. Emotional Abuse - Cara Shope

July 13th, 2022

59:02

Recognizing and dealing with a subtle form of abuse vs. the sincere desire to honor marriage.

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56. Blood in the Water

June 29th, 2022

1:03:28

Swimming with sharks and scammers...how sin, friends, patience, and awareness impact your safety.

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55. Meant to Be Understood - Tom Huszti

May 26th, 2022

47:54

A life of tepid Trinitarianism takes a lurch, a pause, and then a burst of clarifying realization.

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54. This Fire in Me - Edgardo Gavino

May 11th, 2022

41:15

One man's response to God's call spawned multiple fellowships in the Philippines and a Joseph-like opportunity in local government.

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53. The Chiff of Life

April 27th, 2022

38:01
Mark whistles, saws, and reflects in answering "Why would I want to live forever?"

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52. The Company of Others - Patrick Navas

April 13th, 2022

40:48

Favoring explicit over implicit interpretations, author Patrick Navas has journeyed from debate to seeking fellowship.

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  • Pslams 110 - A song …

51. Statement of Faith - Will Barlow (Part 2)

April 6th, 2022

42:05
With a belief statement designed to be a door (not a wall), this church plant takes a unique approach.

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50. Church Plant - Will Barlow (Part 1)

March 23rd, 2022

41:14

Experience the build up to a unitarian Christian church plant in Louisville, Kentucky.

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49. The Eventgelist - Amanda Dunn

March 2nd, 2022

36:31

Leaning in to her role as UCA event coordinator, Amanda delights with each new entry and suggests an alternative to Aruba.

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  • 1 Corinthians …

48. A Strait Betwixt Two - Nathan Moon

February 23rd, 2022

53:40

Learning hate, then truth, then love. Nathan's journey through and past the preaching of Steven Anderson (Independent Fundamental Baptist).

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47. Be My Secret Heretic - Hannah Deane

February 16th, 2022

45:45

Navigating a degree from a Baptist Christian university, Hannah shares her tips, tactics, and heartfelt stories. 

OPENING REMARKS

What we are, one stadium in 70 thousand persons, graduating from seminaries lacking some …

46. Towering Pressure

February 2nd, 2022

38:20

Taking error sitting down, Mark recounts visiting a fellowship, raising his hand, and being on the receiving end of an authoritatively great story.

45. An Ex-JW Support Ministry - Laureen Jandroep (Part 2)

January 26th, 2022

38:39

Helping those who leave high-control groups, Laureen describes pitfalls, balancing acts, and the curious ire of Trinitarian Ex-JWs. 

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44. Hmm...You Sound Apostate - Laureen Jandroep (Part 1)

January 19th, 2022

42:50

Her Jehovah's Witness plans took an abrupt turn after thirty years, soon becoming a welcoming ministry for others like her.

OPENING REMARKS

Considering the motivation of the fear, two types of faith groups, the "Third …

43. Good Anxiety, Good Doubt - Sean Finnegan

January 12th, 2022

48:05

A prolific restorationist podcaster describes his start, his hobbies, and how unease has fueled his exploration for truth.

OPENING REMARKS

Times of …

42. Leaning Out the Window - Philippus Heer

December 15th, 2021

43:01

Serving and teaching in a missions organization in East Germany, Philippus navigates as a theological outlier in an area still suffering the …

41. A Good Land - Bill Schlegel

December 8th, 2021

47:30

He traveled there for the geography but eventually found more—the hope of land restored, the anointed son of God, and inspiration for a podcast.

OPENING REMARKS

Upcoming release of Bill Schlegel's UCA presentation …

40. Like Children - Mary Harbin

November 24th, 2021

48:41

How a wife and a distant military husband discovered a transforming faith.

OPENING REMARKS

What are unitarian Christians, the crunching surprise of the godman, turning heads, explicit verses, asking a child, processed …

39. Reflections and Purpose

November 17th, 2021

42:29

The one-year anniversary episode! Mark thinks about where we've been, where we're going, hungry widows, and why.

CLOSING REMARKS

Next year, Q&A, "Dynamic Monarchianism" book in the works, other events, monster …

38. The Making of a Trinity Nerd - Dale Tuggy

November 10th, 2021

40:59

A philosophy professor is an uncommon career path. How Dale turned curiosity into a prolific and specialized body of work.

OPENING REMARKS

Avoiding …

37. Suicide, Death, and Love - Dan DeFrang

November 3rd, 2021

32:39

Man's mortal enemy did not prevail. Love brought Dan back from the brink to find purpose and hope.

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Thornberry, death, real death, real consequence, our human Messiah's profound trust in his God, …

36. The 1st UCA Conference - Stacey Berger

October 27th, 2021

33:17

From Idaho to Tennessee to Conference Coordinator, Stacey reciprocates the generosity of others, serving to help make the October event a success.

 

OPENING REMARKS

Amanda Dunn's reaction to the conference, a little …

35. The Spirit of Error

September 29th, 2021

38:31

Two sides of a curious coin—right doctrine with wrong spirit, and wrong doctrine with right spirit. Can any sense be made of these possibilities?

OPENING REMARKS

Appreciation for guests, pronouncing "error," one error …

34. My Homeschooling Nail-biter - Amanda Dunn (Part 2)

September 22nd, 2021

43:28

This was not how it was supposed to happen. A "Statement of Faith" navigation goes awry. 

CLOSING REMARKS

  • Words from Paul in Georgia, Jackie in …

33. My Trinitarian Best Friend - Amanda Dunn (Part 1)

September 15th, 2021

56:42

What if revealing your unitarian faith might cost you your most treasured friendship, and what if it flourished instead? 

OPENING REMARKS

  • This …

32. Negotiating with Trinitarians - John Lawson

September 1st, 2021

38:35

How a Torah observant Christian seeking a first century faith learned wisdom from a hostage negotiator. 

CLOSING REMARKS

The UCA Podcast YouTube …

31. Behind the Scenes - Brandon Duke Interviews Mark Cain

August 18th, 2021

36:46

My motivations, machinations, and mission—Brandon Duke interviews Mark Cain about his podcasting pursuits. 

OPENING REMARKS

Adding yourself to the UCA map and my inner thoughts about today’s guest host.

CLOSING REMARKS

30. Shamrock and Condiments - Jackie Thompson

August 4th, 2021

45:14

Growing up in violent Northern Ireland, Jackie came through it with a heart for God and a humble willingness to let go of past errors...and analogies.

29. Thirty Years in the Wilderness - Jay & Eileen Kuntsman

July 28th, 2021

39:03

While not into "the promised land," this unitarian couple has moved on from their (sometimes hilarious) journey into a small, meaningful, and growing …

28. The “None Besides God” Rule - Isaiah 43:11

July 14th, 2021

34:47

Is there another savior besides God? Mark Cain considers Kristen's question, and offers space-saving advice for one's Trinity Tool Belt™.

OPENING …

27. Brazilian Jewish Portuguese Speaking YouTuber - Mark Silveira

July 7th, 2021

40:41

A theological redemption sparked by the Shema—how Mark Silveira turned his embarrassment into a unique YouTube ministry.

OPENING REMARKS

Being a …

26. Road Trip and Late-Night Christology - Eric Miller

June 30th, 2021

39:07

What is it like being an Arian surrounded by Biblical Unitarians? Turns out it can be quite delightful. Eric tells of his weekend at the 20s and 30s …

25. Wandering, Arguing, and Culture - Anne Fischhaber

June 16th, 2021

48:01

What happens when an argumentative world traveler drops into a college full of wrong people? (Clue: only the penitent will pass.)

Learn how Anne's …

24. Conscience

June 2nd, 2021

34:18

What is the conscience? What is it doing in there? Host Mark Cain attempts an answer...and regrets eating the cookie.

CLOSING REMARKS

Alan’s reflection on The Wheels Fell Off, notes from Josiah and Chloe on episode 22, …

23. The Wheels Fell Off - Chuck Graham

May 26th, 2021

41:07

A tale of two church splits—one that was and one that wasn’t. Meet a down-home pastor of an independent group unaware that others were just across town.

OPENING REMARKS

On a two week absence, achieving “irrational fear” …

22. Aliens on a New Planet (Fort Lauderdale) - Mary McCarty

May 5th, 2021

49:56

Comfort zones...? A pastor’s daughter from the Midwest USA moves to Florida expecting sand and surf—but finds unlikely friendships.

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  • Luke …

21. The Three Blunders UCA Video - Brandon Duke

April 28th, 2021

37:46

Did the Trinity doctrine develop over time? Discussing a short video that reveals a long story—one that many have never heard.

OPENING REMARKS

Chalcedonean-like negatives, creedal credibility, and a suggestion for …

20. The Good, the Bad, and the Boys Home - Josiah Wright

April 21st, 2021

45:07

Behaviors brought him to the boys home. Scriptural discoveries brought him new life.

OPENING REMARKS

Three shalt thou not count, and Counterfactual Historical Reconstruction.

CLOSING REMARKS

Michael investigates with …

19. Credibility and God's Death

April 14th, 2021

40:16

Considering credibility, and a journey in time to the night of the big reveal. What might have happened when they found out...God died?

OPENING REMARKS

Credibility, contrary opinions, confidence in audience, punching …

18. Rex’s Legacy / Music of Grace / The Loaf - Laura Varnadore

March 31st, 2021

46:40

Starting a family from a deficit? Laura Varnadore and host, Mark Cain, talk of their dad’s determination for a loving home of faith...and a heated incident with a loaf of bread.

OPENING REMARKS

What the UCA all about, …

17. Fellowship Effectively Less Frequently - Kenny Willenburg

March 24th, 2021

35:15

What if regular gatherings aren’t practical? Cast a wider net for unitarian Christian fellowship. Kenny describes his efforts for a Kentucky summer …

16. Bible Feed Podcast - Dan Weatherall, Paul Davenport

March 17th, 2021

39:03

A Christadelphian podcast about "Bible stuff" over a British cup of tea.  Dan and Paul discuss their church, their website, and the vision for the …

15. Why I’m Not a Trinitarian

March 10th, 2021

51:22

What does the abundance of one’s heart reveal? Examining mouth output in the pursuit of truth.

OPENING REMARKS

On delaying an episode, pausing to check one’s motivation, and what you do and don’t get from the host.

14. An Astounding Disappointment in Experts - Kevin George (Part 2)

February 24th, 2021

48:35

Does leaning on Trinitarian theologians bring confidence? Kevin George did, and he found a disheartening double standard. 

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  • John 17:3 - …

13. An Absolute Distrust of Unitarians - Kevin George (Part 1)

February 17th, 2021

44:00

How might a Conservative Baptist view a unitarian Christian? Kevin George describes that deep distrust and recounts the moment, reading Acts 1, when he paused to consider.

CLOSING REMARKS

Philip expresses a concern and …

12. An American in “Messianic” Israel - Stephanie Schlegel

February 10th, 2021

45:42

What's it like raising a family in Israel, then discovering "Messianic" could mean more (and cost more, too)? Stephanie Schlegel tells of her …

11. The Brutal and the Loving at Face Value

February 3rd, 2021

34:51

Was Jesus on board with the violence in the Old Testament? Mark responds to Vicq's question as a unitarian Christian.

OPENING REMARKS

Seeing the face …

10. Dropped Out of Baptist Bible College, Twice - Jason Guess

January 27th, 2021

47:32

Can two attempts at Southern Baptist colleges reverse the damage? Jason Guess, reading Scripture as an impressionable youth, missed the Trinity …

9. The Biblical Unitarian Podcast - Dustin Smith

January 20th, 2021

42:34

Seeing a unitarian niche and filling it. How Dustin Smith began producing a weekly podcast to start conversations on the one God and His human son, the Messiah.

OPENING REMARKS
Books on tape, cassettes, excessive audio …

8. What If It’s Me, Not Yahweh? John 8:58

January 12th, 2021

37:26

“Before Abraham was, I am” in a non-trinitarian way—is it possible? Are we mad? Mark Cain considers a question from Lisa and suggests several …

7. On Oneness and Wrongness - Dan Gill

January 5th, 2021

44:23

What is Oneness and how does it relate to unitarian Christians and Trinitarians? Dan Gill describes how he went from “wrong” to an influential website ministry.

OPENING REMARKS

Two ingredients that do not mix well: …

6. Working at the Colson Center - Anna Brown

December 29th, 2020

38:40

What was it like working at a Christian organization, and how did being a unitarian Christian factor in? A light-hearted talk with Anna Brown about …

5. Uh, Did God Put Coal in my Stocking?

December 16th, 2020

29:50

Inner discomfort doesn't feel like peace. Is God just making our lives difficult? Hildy felt it; we feel it. What role might it play in a pursuit of …

4. Reemergence - Hildy Chandler (Part 3)

December 9th, 2020

41:53

Were Hildy's fears realized? Would she teach again? How God brought her through the aftermath of her son’s theological bombshell and then opened new …

3. Scripture vs. Scales - Hildy Chandler (Part 2)

December 1st, 2020

40:48

Hildy goes deep for proof that her son’s rejection of the Trinity was a mistake. Which side will emerge the victor?

She takes a methodical, three-pronged approach: Scripture, the historical record, and trinitarian …

2. Mother Disrupted, "My Son Is a Heretic"- Hildy Chandler (Part 1)

November 23rd, 2020

44:31

What if your son abandoned his trinitarian upbringing?
Hildy Chandler recounts that fateful day at the dinner table. Experience it through her eyes, …

1. The Perilous Trinity Deep Dive

November 17th, 2020

27:11

The challenges and dangers of Trinity study may help one appreciate why the UCA exists (wish it didn’t, though). Mark Cain considers four layers of …

0. Introductions

October 24th, 2020

8:12

Introducing the Unitarian Christian Alliance (UCA) podcast, the organization, why it was created for unitarian Christians, and welcoming trinitarians …

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