David Armstrong sat down with friend Pastor John Perrine to discuss his upcoming sermon series at Redeemer as guest speaker during August and September 2021. We also hear about John’s story from being raised in a christian family in Illinois US, meeting his wife Jenna, becoming a pastor in the mega-church Willowcreek Community Church (Chicago) and his discovery ancient spiritual practices and their power to nourish and sustain a deeper and embodied faith.

John Perrine is a pastor from Chicago who has worked in a wide range of churches exploring the intersection of Scripture, church practices, and spiritual formation. He is currently pursuing a doctorate of theology and ministry at Durham University and loves coffee, General Merchants, and discovering new Irish walks with his wife Jenna, and two kids Hazel and Hayden.

The Practices of Jesus | Series Summary: During this 4-week teaching series our guest speaker John Perrine will help us navigate this cultural moment by looking back to ancient wisdom and specifically the regular spiritual practices that Jesus lived by. With a toolkit for faith perhaps we can experience life as it was meant to be lived; flourishing, peaceful and full of ruthless trust in God no matter the circumstances.

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