Thanos to Theos

Rooted introduces a new podcast focused on youth ministry in an Asian American context. It features a rotating panel of youth ministers who will talk about issues affecting Asian American youth and anyone ministering to them, whether in the home or in the church. This episode is a sample of what you will hear. The first full episode is available now at RootedMinistry.com/Podcasts. Or subscribe to the Asian American Youth Ministry Roundtable wherever you listen to podcasts. Bios of PanelistsDorothy Lau Dorothy is the youth director at the Chinese Bible Church of Maryland (Rockville, MD) in the Washington D.C. metropolitan. She is passionate to serve the Lord through discipleship, musical worship, administration, and multimedia. Dorothy is a massive foodie, enjoys cooking for loved ones, and delights in trips to her home city of Chicago.Huey Lee Huey Lee has been serving the local church in the youth ministry context for over 15 years, and holds a Masters of Divinity from Biblical Theological Seminary. He currently serves as a Pastor of Youth Ministry at Christ Central Presbyterian Church in Centreville, VA. He is married to his beautiful wife, Alice, and they are parents to 4 sons: Matthew, Ethan, Christian, and Lucas. He loves reading, Korean food, a good cup of coffee, and the growing pains that come with learning to play golf.Justin WongJustin serves as the Pastor of Youth at Chinese Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. He has worked with students, parents, and families for the past 23 years. He graduated from Houston Baptist University with a biology degree and later received his Masters of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is currently finishing his Masters of Theology and Doctorate of Education from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married Tina and they have two girls, Ella and Mia.Terrence ShayTerrence serves as the Family Pastor at First Chinese Baptist Church, Walnut, located in Los Angeles County with the largest Asian population in the US. He has grown up in the immigrant church and believes unashamedly in its role to fulfill Jesus’ call to make disciples across all cultures and generations. He is gladly married to Regina and forever growing as a father of three children from middle school to college. He will go out of his way to cheer on LA sports (Lakers, Dodgers, UCLA Bruins) and to engage in a meaningful conversation.

In this episode, the guys talk about the second entry in the Miles Morales animated Spiderman adventure, Across the Spiderverse.  They talk about the important themes in the movie, and all of the things that stood out to them in this incredible film.Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys sit down in Knowhere, the new Guardians Headquarters to discuss the latest movie, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.  They discuss their thoughts on the movie, and the themes that are present in this film.   00:00:00 Introduction00:00:45 Initial Thoughts00:27:48 Infinity Stone Rankings00:40:42 Theos Connections01:02:37 Post-ShowContact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys do a deep dive on the third season of the Mandalorian, and how youth pastors can connect the themes of this third season to our faith.  There are so many vectors for us to talk about the themes of acceptance, religious beliefs, community, and faith.  We hope that our episode is helpful in giving you tools for opening up conversation with your students about the things that they're watching. Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys share their thoughts about Antman and the Wasp: Quantumania, the state of the MCU, and how important good storytelling is.  They also take a moment to shine a light on some great storytelling that's happening right now. Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this very special Clark-less episode, the guys try to do a decent show without him.  As much as we want to pat ourselves on the back, it's a little lacking in something.  But they try their best to do some recaps of the content that came out in 2022, and also talk about what it looks like to do year end youth ministry evaluation, along with discussing some of the challenges coming up ahead.Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys sat down around a beautiful Christmas tree to talk about the greatest present of all: Kevin.  Kevin Bacon of course, and the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.  Then they shift gears to talk about another great gift, the Star Wars Disney+ series, Andor.  Lastly, they also announce the winner of the Thanos To Theos Listener Questions giveaway!  We hope that you guys all have a very Merry Christmas!! Thank you so much for being one of our cherished listeners this year!00:00:00 Introduction00:01:44 Giveaway Winner00:02:53 Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special00:13:08 Andor00:26:39 Infinity Stones Ranking00:32:10 Theos Topic00:53:08 Post-Show (Avatar 2 Predictions)Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys talk about one of the most anticipated movies of the year, Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever.  They discuss their reactions to this massive film, and everyone's individual Infinity Stones rankings.  They also talk about the biggest themes in the movie and how we can draw out spiritual conversations from the MCU for our "Theos" topic.  We're also soliciting questions (and podcast reviews) for a Q&A episode that we'd like to do, so please submit questions via Twitter, Instagram, or email and you'll be entered in to win a Thanos to Theos shirt!  00:00:00 Introduction00:03:18 Giveaway and Listener Questions00:15:40 Thoughts about Wakanda Forever00:21:57 Infinity Stones Ranking 00:52:18 Theos Topic01:20:22 The Riri of it All Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys sit down to talk about their experiences at the Rooted 2022 Conference and why Mike wasn't there.  We're also soliciting questions for a Q&A episode that we'd like to do, so please submit questions via Twitter, Instagram, or email and you'll be entered in to win a Thanos to Theos shirt!  We also do our final thoughts on the complete first season of She-Hulk along with our Infinity Stones ranking.  For our Theos topic, we talk a little bit about Jennifer Walter's identity crisis and end up talking a lot about what to do with the different social and popularity disparities we see in youth group.00:00 Introduction00:01 Rooted 2022 Conference Recap15:37 Giveaway Details! 17:05 She-Hulk Season 127:31 She-Hulk Infinity Stones Ranking31:40 Theos TopicContact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys are joined by a very special guest, Jared Kennedy.  He’s the author of Keeping Your Children's Ministry on Mission: Practical Strategies for Discipling the Next Generation, The Beginner’s Gospel Story Bible, and number of children’s Bible board books as well like God Wins: Walls, Giants, and Enemies Fall.  He’s also an editor for the Gospel Coalition.  Jared joins us to do a full discussion and breakdown of the MCU Disney+ series, Ms. Marvel.  This is a great conversation about the most “faith-filled” show in the MCU, so get ready for a really interesting and relatable discussion about family, meaning, identity, and faith.00:00 Introduction23:08 Ms Marvel31:03 Infinity Stones Ranking40:59 Theos ConnectionsWe would love your feedback, input, or questions for future episodes!Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this episode, the guys sit down to talk about their first impressions of the Disney+ show She-Hulk, and have a bit of a rant as to what’s going on in the DC Universe which leads to a really important discussion: as youth workers, how can we learn from the DCEU’s mistakes when it comes to leading with vision in our youth ministries?  The guys also talk about what it looks like to set a Biblical foundation for youth ministry that allows for contextualization as well as leading with vision.Youth Pastor Theologian (YPT) Article about Organizational Leadership:https://www.youthpastortheologian.com/blog/organizational-leadership-for-gospel-centered-youth-ministry-mission-statements-and-ministry-valuesMike’s latest book: Lead Them to Jesushttps://rootedministry.com/blog/2021-rooted-book-awards-best-new-youth-ministry-books/Contextualizing Intergenerational Integration: A Personal Narrative from the Immigrant Church by Clark Fobes and Chelsea Ericksonhttps://rootedministry.com/blog/contextualizing-intergenerational-integration-a-personal-narrative-from-the-immigrant-church/00:00 Introduction01:26 She-Hulk first impressions15:20 Your Youth Ministry Curriculum16:31 The Sky is Falling in the DCEU29:07 Setting a Vision for Youth MinistryContact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyiPlease make sure you check out our sponsor: Your Youth Ministry Curriculumhttp://www.youryouthministrycurriculum.comResources built with you in mind specifically for your group. The constant search for material for your class, small group, or event has come to an end with custom curriculum from Your Youth Ministry Curriculum.  Check out the link above for custom curriculum designed around: Your Calling, Your Schedule, Your Format, Your Theology, Your Leaders, and Your Students.

Here it is, the long awaited Thor: Love and Thunder episode!  We appreciate everyone's patience as it took awhile for us to get this episode out.  But as a bonus for waiting so long, we decided to talk about the biggest movie of the year, Top Gun: Maverick as well!  So in this mega two for one episode, the guys talk about their reactions to both of these movies as well as some "Theos" connections worth discussing.02:24 Thor: Love and Thunder35:06 Top Gun: MaverickContact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi  

In this episode, the guys talk about their brief reactions to the first 3 episodes of the Ms. Marvel Disney+ series.  Then the guys get to the main topic by talking about the latest Star Wars Disney + series, Obi Wan Kenobi.  They explain their Infinity Stones ranking for the show and discuss ministry connections related to the youth pastor of the Star Wars Universe, Obi Wan Kenobi.  01:27 Ms. Marvel Reactions21:39 Obi Wan KenobiContact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi 

In this special episode of Thanos to Theos focused on youth ministry applications, the guys get together to talk about leading through change.  We've all been through so many different kinds of adjustments in the last few years, and this conversation is focused on what we've seen in our respective ministries, how we've led through various changes, and what we've learned in hindsight.  With a particular emphasis on what it looks like to become more gospel-centered, we hope that you will be encouraged as you hear about the challenges and blessings that the hosts experienced in shaping their youth ministries to be more gospel driven.Links:Lead Them to Jesus book reviews by Rooted Ministry and The Gospel Coalition. The Jesus I Wish I Knew book review by Mike McGarry at Christianity Today. Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

In this spoiler spectacular, the guys talk about Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.  Does it live up to the hype?  Was it too scary for Mike?  The guys also take some time to unveil the new Thanos to Theos Infinity Stones ranking system.  Lastly, we discuss the series (or season) finale of Moon Knight, and as always, take you through some analysis of these stories from a gospel lens.    01:05 Moon Knight Finale  16:53 Moon Knight "Theos" Analysis  30:21 The New Rating System  31:57 Moon Knight Rating  34:18 Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness  53:54 Dr. Strange 2 "Theos" Analysis  01:11:08 Dr. Strange 2 Rating 01:18:07 Post Show - Did we find a plothole?!? Links:Youth Pastor Theologian article about Moon KnightInterview with one of the directors of Moon KnightRooted Ministry articles about heaven:https://rootedministry.com/blog/what-we-do-know-about-heaven/https://rootedministry.com/blog/heaven-is-not-a-place-on-earth/Rooted Ministry Conference Podcast about Heaven:https://rootedministry.com/podcast/rooted-podcast-robby-holt-on-glory-grace-and-heaven/Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi 

And we're back! Welcome to the 5th season of Thanos to Theos! Ok we're just kidding.  We took an extended break because the MCU took an extended break, but we're back with our thoughts and analysis on the first 5 episodes of Moon Knight.  We also take a bit of time to discuss the new "The Batman" movie, and the DC HBO Max show, Peacemaker.  Did Clark enjoy any of the DC movies/shows?  Was Moon Knight too scary for Mike?  Does Kevin use the word "interesting" too much?  And is it just us, or does Harrow kind of look like Mark McGrath from the 90’s band Sugar Ray?00:03:21 Peacemaker00:04:31 The Batman00:06:57 Moon KnightContact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

Listen in on this spoiler-saturated episode where we discuss The Book of Boba Fett and hear Mike's epic "theosification" of the themes in this show.  We talk about what it looks like to keep the main thing the main thing in our youth ministry planning, as we all know how hard it can be to keep things on track as we plan for our ministry calendar.  What did you think of the Book of Boba Fett?  What are some of the ways that you've been able to keep things on track in your youth ministry? We would love your feedback, input, or questions for future episodes!Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

Dr. Russell Moore joins this wide ranging podcast episode as we discuss the dual role of comic book stories as a mirror (which shows us who we are) and a map (which normalizes and reinforces certain values). He takes us to school about why Superman is so heroic and shares insight into how youth workers and parents can help their kids develop cultural discernment. We would love your feedback, input, or questions for future episodes.Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

Listen in on this spoiler-saturated episode where we discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home and the Hawkeye series. As Spider-Man: No Way Home continues to dominate the box office and the hearts of Marvel fans, there are some who wonder what all the fuss is about. So, we address some of the critiques while sharing what we loved about it, especially the central theme of redemption. Then we transition to talk about the Hawkeye series, why it was so refreshing, and what we enjoyed about Clint and Kate’s mentor/mentee relationship.00:02:18 - Spiderman:No Way Home Discussion00:43:38 - Hawkeye series DiscussionWe would love your feedback, input, or questions for future episodes.Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi

The guys are joined by Rebecca Heck once again to discuss the MCU's Black Widow.  This movie does feature some heavy topics such as sex trafficking and abuse so we want to let listeners know that this episode won't be appropriate for children.  We also spend a lot of time talking about family and how to reach our students where they are while sharing some practical tips on how to address issues in the home during our youth meetings.We would love your feedback, input, or questions for future episodes.Contact us on Twitter @ThanosToTheos, Instagram @ThanosToTheos, or email us at thanostotheos@gmail.comIf you want to respond to any of our hosts, you can reach us on Twitter:Mike McGarry: @revmcgarryClark Fobes: @fobesmanKevin Yi: @kevinhyi