What is Relational Discipleship - and what does it look like?
Andy, Robin and Simon explore an introduction to the theme.
This episode is part of a series exploring the central theme of Relational Discipleship for the 2027 Relational Theology Day on February, 13th of 2027.
Simon is one of the behind-the-scenes people at Relationary, helping with the technical and digital elements of the project.
Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities, with a Christian ethos.
We explore the community implications of relational theology across our podcast and blogs.
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And get in touch via Instagram
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4 Sept 2026
Sharing Life, Sharing the Gospel | A Conversation with Mary Haile
What does a relational approach to ministry look like in different cultures?
Robin speaks to Mary Haile about her experience of being a Ethiopian missionary to London.
This episode is part of a series diver deeper into Relational Ministry, which was the main topic of the 2026 Relational Theology Day.
Meron (Mary) is sent by Eastridge Church, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. She works alongside Inspire Saint James Church, based in central London. Mary teaches English as a second language to migrants and is involved in door-to-door ministry, as well as running life-skills courses for low-income families.
Support Mary, and find out more through "Serving in Mission" https://sim.co.uk/about/people/person/mary-haile/
Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities, with a Christian ethos.
We explore the community implications of relational theology across our podcast and blogs.
Find out more on our website
And get in touch via Instagram
Follow us to hear about upcoming events.
24 Jul 2026
Leading Small Groups Relationally
How do you lead from a relational stand-point?
Robin discusses with Andy and Phil some of the challenges and opportunities that come with leading a small group of Christians in a relational manner.
This episode explores the model that Jesus provides in leading small groups.
Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities, with a Christian ethos.
We explore the community implications of relational theology across our podcast and blogs.
Find out more on our websiteAnd get in touch via Instagram
Follow us to hear about upcoming events.
10 Jul 2026
The Hebraic Mindset
What is the difference between a Greek and Hebraic mindset for Christians?
Phil discusses with Andy and Robin some of the main hallmarks of the Hebraic way of thinking, and how this might impact how Christians engage with their Bibles and a more relational way of living.
This episode explores how a different worldview can impact our relationships.
Some of the resources mentioned in this podcast are:
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Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities, with a Christian ethos.
We explore the community implications of relational theology across our podcast and blogs.
Find out more on our websiteAnd get in touch via Instagram
Follow us to hear about upcoming events.
12 Jun 2026
The Big Story
The following is Andy’s presentation of the Big Story of the Bible that was part of a wider discussion in a recent webinar. Andy explores how the story is one of bringing humanity back home again.
This episode explores the driving narrative of the Bible through a lens of relational theology.
Andy Parnham, after years working as a doctor, turned to community work in inner London, during which time he and his family moved for a while to live in the Middle East. He went on to train as a Life Coach and now works as a wellbeing coach, trainer and advisor in many contexts.
If you are interested in joining a Relationary webinar, then visit our website for update.
Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities, with a Christian ethos.
We explore the community implications of relational theology across our podcast and blogs.
Find out more on our websiteAnd get in touch via Instagram
Follow us to hear about upcoming events.
29 May 2026
Pastor Seyi Olusile's Story
Pastor Seyi Olusile looks back on his long and eventful life with Andy.
Coming to England from Nigeria as a student, he was dazzled by the bright lights and found himself pursuing a random and destructive life – until he bumped into a childhood friend, who drew him back into life with God.
Thus began a sometimes tumultuous but rewarding life. Enjoy his story.
Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities, with a Christian ethos.
We explore the community implications of relational theology across our podcast and blogs.
Find out more on our website: https://relationary.org.uk/audio/And get in touch via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relationary.org.uk/
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15 May 2026
Relational Theology Day 2026 Review
What happened at this year's Relational Theology Day?
Andy and Robin discuss their experiences and thoughts on this year's Relational Theology Day.
Want to find out more? Follow this link.
Watch out for sign up for next year's RTD.
This episodes dives into the topics discussed this year, with a special emphasis on Ephesians 4, Microchurches, Deconstruction and Relational Theology.
Robin, Phil and Andy are friends and family, with combined training and working experience in medicine, theology, law, community formation, and leadership. Relationary is a joint project to promote and enable healthy relationships between individuals and communities.
Find out more on our website
And get in touch via Instagram
Follow us to hear about upcoming events.
12 Feb 2026
Wisdom
How can we grow wisdom.
16 Dec 2025
Interview with Jide Ehizele
Jide Ehizele explains how his experience as a young black Christian growing up in SE London has impacted his thinking and living.
13 Dec 2025
Andy and Corin Pilling discuss how to pursue a flourishing life.
Corin Pilling shares his insights on how to live a flourishing life
14 Oct 2025
Lasting Happiness Part 3
Lasting Happiness 3 - Robin, Phil and Andy discuss the pleasant, engaged and meaningful life.
26 Sept 2025
What is Wisdom
In this episode, Robin unpacks what the Bible teaches about wisdom.
12 Sept 2025
Lasting Happiness Part 2
Phil, Robin and Andy continue the discussion about how to find lasting happiness
8 Sept 2025
Team Culture
Team culture. Andy and Robin discuss the bestselling book The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle. They ask the question: how can we make the best contribution to any team?
25 Jun 2025
Lasting Happiness 1
Andy Parnham shares thoughts from his book, Lasting Happiness, concerning the relational nature of happiness.
Andy's book is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lasting-Happiness-search-meaning-fulfilment/dp/0232533598/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GX0E9Y8GLGIB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.m4yw_t8k0_Gr4wpofSNDbw.zcRbutVAYwm7uqGZ56KaBB3Ems0LA9YhycRtBUp4HE4&dib_tag=se&keywords=lasting+happiness%2C+a+parnham&qid=1750849492&sprefix=lasting+happiness+a+parnham%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-1
25 Jun 2025
Pursuing Purpose Alongside Others
Andy discusses life and ministry with his friend Phil Stokes. Various thoughts and insights are shared on what it means to pursue purpose in relationship with others.
9 May 2025
How Does Wisdom for Relationships Help?
Robin shares his summary thoughts on how much is offered in life through the development of relational skills. He asks whether it is possible for anyone to learn to have better emotional intelligence. Notions of wisdom depicted in the Biblical wisdom tradition are related to the quest for community.
4 Apr 2025
Why Relationary?
The team discusses Philip's thoughts on why we need a podcast called Relationary.
26 Mar 2025
Wired for Relationship
The team discusses Andy's summary of his findings on the value of relationships. https://amzn.eu/d/1Pq4PEN
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