So Tell Me What You Want, What You Really Really Want

We bought microphones. Ask your questions!

Many many years ago, when Restore first started, Zach decided to do something called Hot Seat Sunday. Have you seen these clips?? I can honestly say that my anxiety has rarely been higher than on the Sundays when he sat on stage and took previously unseen questions from congregants, stating his personal opinions on highly controversial topics.

While Zach has never shied away from controversy, I tend to take the opposite approach. Why did he need to create additional opportunities for people to become upset with him? And how did he find this practice to be fun? [Note: His editor made a suggestion about his “unnecessarily inflammatory” comments in his upcoming book and I’ve never felt more validated.]

At the time, I didn’t appreciate how much people wanted- no, needed- to hear from a pastor who seemed concerned about the things they also cared about. I get it now.

So, in an effort to meet that need, we have made plans to offer interviews with Zach each month! I would call them “podcasts,” but I’m a speech pathologist who has no training in how to produce a podcast, so “interviews” it is.

But we need your help.

What burning questions do you have regarding theology, church, social issues, or the bible?

What are the conversations you would like to have with your real life friends but can’t?

How can we better help you process the feelings you’re feeling to move toward the health and wholeness we believe God wants for all of us?

Zach provides sermons each week and short clips on socials, but the goal for these Substack interviews is different. We want these to feel like conversations with a friend about things that feel important.

So ask away in the comments! Don’t be shy—we want to hear from you. No question is too big or too small; no topic is off limits. If you would like to ask something but feel uncomfortable doing so publicly, send me (Amy) a message.

Note: These conversations will be available to our paid subscribers only, as we want to ensure this is a safe space which will be respected by all involved. As always, if you are experiencing financial barriers to paid participation, please message me directly and I will gladly help! Do not let finances keep you from the good things happening here.