Best First Presbyterian of Atlanta Podcasts (2025)

It feels inevitable that as AI begins to sound uniquely human—and even personally attuned to us—we will start to anthropomorphize it, giving it personality and emotional weight. This raises questions about relationality and even deification: if God is the Creator and we, in turn, create AI, does that make us more or less like God? Could AI ever hav…

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11.02.25|11am|The Legacy of Their Light, Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Isaiah 60:1-5Philippians 2:12-18By First Pres Podcast

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Human–Tech Symbiosis might sound terrifying, but don’t hide under a rock—get used to it. That’s one of the takeaways from this episode featuring Bob Johansen, author, scholar, and distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future in Silicon Valley. You can read more about Bob here.By First Presbyterian of Atlanta

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10.26.25|11am|Don’t Be a Fundamentalist, Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Psalm 65:1-13Luke 18:9-14By First Pres Podcast

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How does A.I. play a role in grief, immortality, and digital resurrection? 1:20:11

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How does A.I. play a role in grief, immortality, and digital resurrection? Where do we draw the lines and how can God help guide The Church as we navigate these new waters? Join us as we discuss these topics and more with Derek Schuurman, a noted professor, author, and engineer who is also one of the organizers of the Wisdom in the Age of AI Confer…

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10.19.25|11am|From Tablets to Testimony,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Jeremiah 31:27-342 Timothy 3:14-4:5By First Pres Podcast

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The Future of Human Love and Care 1:16:59

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How do we preserve the image of God in human-to-human love in a world of A.I. caregiving? What happens to the spiritual growth that comes through the struggle of caring for others? Could A.I. actually deepen human relationships by handling logistics and freeing us for deeper connection? We explore these questions and more in this episode, featuring…

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10.12.25|11am|Turning Inward Before Pointing Outward, Ben Fletcher, M.Div. 28:30

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Psalm 139:23-24Matthew 7:1-5By First Pres Podcast

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Algorithmic Discipleship 1:10:49

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From Bible-reading apps to habit-tracking software, technology can shape our spiritual practices and even nudge us toward more “Christ-like” behaviors than our natural human nature allows. But is digital discipleship the same as true spiritual formation? In this second episode of The New Garden, we talk with Rev. Canon Lorenzo Lebrija as we explore…

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10.05.25|11am|Churches that Change the World,Rev Dr. Barry Gaeddert 28:30

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The New Garden: Episode 1: Season 1 54:28

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Can God be found in the algorithm? How far should our powers with A.I. extend, and how should the church respond? What does artificial intelligence mean for human connection and the way we love? These questions drive The New Garden, a podcast at the crossroads of theology and technology. Each week, co-hosts Tony Sundermeier, Senior Pastor at First …

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The New Garden: An Introduction to Theology and A.I. 54:28

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Can God be found in the algorithm? How far should our powers with A.I. extend, and how should the church respond? What does artificial intelligence mean for human connection and the way we love? These questions drive The New Garden, a podcast at the crossroads of theology and technology. Each week, co-hosts Tony Sundermeier, Senior Pastor at First …

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09.28.25|11am|Partners in the Gospel,Rev. Dr. Edward Buri Minister, Presbyterian Church of East Africa 28:30

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Philippians 1:3-11Luke 10:1-9By First Pres Podcast

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09.21.25|11am|From Tools to Transcendence: Technology Past, Present, and Future The Future: AI Apocalypse or Eschatological Hope?,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Daniel 7:1-8 Revelation 21:1-5By First Pres Podcast

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09.14.25|11am|From Tools to Transcendence: The Present: Platforms, Power, and Presence,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Acts 17:16-34 Colossians 3:12-17By First Pres Podcast

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09.07.25|11am|From Tools to Transcendence: Technology Past, Present, and Future The Past: Tools, Idols, and the Work of Our Hands,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Exodus 31:1-5 Isaiah 44:9-20 Matthew 4:1-1By First Pres Podcast

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08.31.25|11am|Hospitality without Hierarchy,Rev. Rob Sparks 28:30

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Proverbs 25:6-7Luke 14:1, 7-14By First Pres Podcast

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08.24.25|They Were All Together: Where We're Going Together,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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08.24.25|They Were All Together: Where We're Going Together,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier by First Pres PodcastBy First Pres Podcast

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08.17.25|11am|They Were All Together: Devoted in Disarray,Rev.Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Psalm 137:1-4Acts 2:42-47By First Pres Podcast

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08.03.25|11am|They Were All Together: The Power of Showing Up,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Exodus 33:7-11Acts 2:1-4By First Pres Podcast

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07.27.25|11am|Chronochristic: Living in Light of Eternity: The Final Perspective on Time,Ben Fletcher, M.Div. Director of Youth, College, and Young Adult Ministries 28:30

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2 Corinthians 4: 16-18Revelation 21: 1-6By First Pres Podcast

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07.20.25|Chronochristic: Living in Christ’s Time Sermon Series Kairos and Calling: Recognizing God’s Timing in Your Life,Rev. Dr. Chris Holmes 28:30

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Esther 4:13–17Galatians 6:7–10By First Pres Podcast

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07.13.25|11am|Chronochristic: Living in Christ’s Time Sermon Series Redeeming Digital Time: How to Resist Distraction,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Romans 12:2 Matthew 6:22-23By First Pres Podcast

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07.06.25|11am|Chronochristic: Living in Christ’s Time Sermon Series The Gift of Stillness: Cultivating Silence and Solitude,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Psalm 46:101 Kings 19:9b-13aBy First Pres Podcast

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06.29.25|11am|Saying Yes: Making Time for What Matters Most,Rev. Saranell Hartman 28:30

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Ephesians 5:15-17Colossians 4:2-5By First Pres Podcast

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06.22.25|11am|Chronochristic: Prioritizing Kingdom Commitments,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Mark 1:35-39 Luke 9:57-62By First Pres Podcast

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06.15.25|11am|Chronochristic: The First Step: Making Room for Sabbath,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Mark 1:35-39 Luke 9:57-62By First Pres Podcast

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06.08.25|11am|Chronochristic: At that Time, the Spirit Rushed In,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Joel 2:28-29 Acts 2:1-13By First Pres Podcast

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06.01.25|11am|Living in Christ's Time:An Introduction to the Chronochristic Life 28:30

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Psalm 90:12Ecclesiastes 3:1-13By First Pres Podcast

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05.19.25|11am|Discerning the Best, Rev. Saranell Hartman 28:30

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Deuteronomy 8:1-6Philippians 1:1-11By First Pres Podcast

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05.11.25|11am|Life After Birth,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Isaiah 46:3-4John 10:1-10By First Pres Podcast

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05.04.25|11am|Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier,Leading Like Christ:Servanthood,Transformation,and Spirit-Powered Leadership 28:30

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Mark 10:42John 3:3-9Acts 1:8By First Pres Podcast

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04.27.25|11am|Youth Sunday-In Every Sunday 28:30

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Ecclesiastes 3:1-14James 4:13-15By First Pres Podcast

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04.20.25|11am|Easter Sunday-A New Day,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Isaiah 65:17-25Luke 24:1-12By First Pres Podcast

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04.13.25|11am|Transformed-A Lenten Sermon Series-A New Kind of King,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Isiah 55:1-9Matthew 21:1-11By First Pres Podcast

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04.06.25|Transformed-A Lenten Sermon Series-A New Community-Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Isiah 58:1-12Acts 2:37-47By First Pres Podcast

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03.30.25|11am|Transformed-A Lenten Sermon Series-A New Mind,Rev.Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Jeremiah 31:31-34Romans 12:1-11By First Pres Podcast

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03.23.25|11am|Transformed-A Lenten Sermon Series:A New Way,Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Exodus 3:13-22Matthew 16:21-28By First Pres Podcast

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03.23.25|11am|Transformed: A New Beginning,Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert 28:30

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Ezekiel 36:22-31John 3:1-8By First Pres Podcast

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03.09.25|11am|Transformed:A Lenten Sermon Series Introduction 28:30

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Jeremiah 18:1-42 Corinthians 3:12-18By First Pres Podcast

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03.02.25|11am|His Face Was Shining, Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Exodus 34:29-36Luke 9:28-36By First Pres Podcast

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02.09.25 Holes in the Net, Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 27:30

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Jeremiah 18:1-6; Corinthians 3:12-18By First Pres Podcast

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2.23.25|Enemy Love, Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 30:00

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Genesis 45:3-11Luke 6:27-38By First Pres Podcast

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02.16.25, Like Trees Planted by Rev. Dr. Chris Holmes 28:30

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Jeremiah 18:5-10Luke 6:17-26By First Pres Podcast

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02.02.25| A Cloak for a Sword, Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Malachi 3:1-4Luke 22:24-40By First Pres Podcast

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01.26.25|Leaning In,Lauren Ghighi M.Div. 28:30

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Nehemiah 8:1-3,8-10Luke 4:14-21By First Pres Podcast

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01.26.25|Glorious Grace, Rev. Saranell Hartman 28:30

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Psalm 36:5-10John 2:1-11By First Pres Podcast

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01.19.25|God's Winnowing Work,Rev. DR. Tony Sundermeier 28:30

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Isaiah 43:1-7Luke 3:15-17,21-22By First Pres Podcast

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12.29.24|God Draws Near in Our Astonishment,Lauren Ghighi M. Div. 28:23

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Psaalm 148Luke 2:1-52By First Pres Podcast

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