David Fitch
@fitchest.bsky.social
Professor, pastor, C&MA, Northern Seminary, Neo-Anabaptist, Holiness, Pentecostal Theologian. I talk Culture, Theology, Ethics, and most of all, Mission!!
My latest on 'Fitch's Provocations'. Link in the comments.
November 24, 2025 at 10:47 PM
My latest on 'Fitch's Provocations'. Link in the comments.
FEEL GOOD JUSTICE? Exploring the social dynamics of doing social justice projects at your local church. My latest at Fitch's Provocations Substack. (link in the comments)
October 30, 2025 at 2:32 PM
FEEL GOOD JUSTICE? Exploring the social dynamics of doing social justice projects at your local church. My latest at Fitch's Provocations Substack. (link in the comments)
DENOMINATIONS BY MEMBERS' INCOME LEVEL
I always thought it was protestant mainline = the richest, holiness pentecostal = lowest income. I was close. From
@ryanburge.bsky.social Check out his page.
I always thought it was protestant mainline = the richest, holiness pentecostal = lowest income. I was close. From
@ryanburge.bsky.social Check out his page.
October 26, 2025 at 12:42 PM
DENOMINATIONS BY MEMBERS' INCOME LEVEL
I always thought it was protestant mainline = the richest, holiness pentecostal = lowest income. I was close. From
@ryanburge.bsky.social Check out his page.
I always thought it was protestant mainline = the richest, holiness pentecostal = lowest income. I was close. From
@ryanburge.bsky.social Check out his page.
"It is the individualism and the epistemology of evangelical fundamentalism that drives the line that runs from the evangelical personal relationship with God... to a MAGA commitment." Explore this with me (link in the comments)
October 7, 2025 at 1:18 PM
"It is the individualism and the epistemology of evangelical fundamentalism that drives the line that runs from the evangelical personal relationship with God... to a MAGA commitment." Explore this with me (link in the comments)
My 3rd and last post on "Charlie Kirk" the cultural symbol. May God grant us wisdom to lead our churches in this moment, wisely and courageously with great presence. (link in comments)
October 6, 2025 at 6:58 PM
My 3rd and last post on "Charlie Kirk" the cultural symbol. May God grant us wisdom to lead our churches in this moment, wisely and courageously with great presence. (link in comments)
Yep. My latest on Charlie Kirk as the cultural symbol of the missing church in America.(link in the comments)
September 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Yep. My latest on Charlie Kirk as the cultural symbol of the missing church in America.(link in the comments)
LATEST FOX NEWS POLL. Some things are a-shifting? Source: @JesseFFerguson
September 21, 2025 at 2:39 PM
LATEST FOX NEWS POLL. Some things are a-shifting? Source: @JesseFFerguson
CHARLIE KIRK THE CULTURAL SYMBOL The first of two posts. (link in the comments).
September 18, 2025 at 1:27 PM
CHARLIE KIRK THE CULTURAL SYMBOL The first of two posts. (link in the comments).
I'm on Allan Bevere's podcast today talking about the church and the problem of worldly power. Always enjoy being with this dude. (link in the comments)
September 11, 2025 at 1:16 PM
I'm on Allan Bevere's podcast today talking about the church and the problem of worldly power. Always enjoy being with this dude. (link in the comments)
When done well, the practice of reconciliation (Matt 18) unravels worldly power, exposes those who abuse it for what they are. I continue to explore the practice of Matt 18 and how it can can reshape a community. (link in the comments)
September 8, 2025 at 8:46 PM
When done well, the practice of reconciliation (Matt 18) unravels worldly power, exposes those who abuse it for what they are. I continue to explore the practice of Matt 18 and how it can can reshape a community. (link in the comments)
WHICH CHRISTIAN DENOMINATIONS VOTED FOR TRUMP IN 2024? Observations? (from Ryan Burge )
August 30, 2025 at 2:23 PM
WHICH CHRISTIAN DENOMINATIONS VOTED FOR TRUMP IN 2024? Observations? (from Ryan Burge )
If you care about reconciliation, its practice, and abuse in the church. My latest on Fitch's Provocations. (link in the comments)
August 25, 2025 at 6:43 PM
If you care about reconciliation, its practice, and abuse in the church. My latest on Fitch's Provocations. (link in the comments)
What does this tell you? (from the work of Ryan Burge)
August 17, 2025 at 1:11 PM
What does this tell you? (from the work of Ryan Burge)
While I was taking a nap this summer, my friend Wayne Gordon's new book dropped. Let's not miss this book. He's Professor of Urban Ministry at Northern Seminary. As if you need another reason to come study with us!! Not too late to sign up for this fall. (link in the comments)
August 14, 2025 at 10:12 PM
While I was taking a nap this summer, my friend Wayne Gordon's new book dropped. Let's not miss this book. He's Professor of Urban Ministry at Northern Seminary. As if you need another reason to come study with us!! Not too late to sign up for this fall. (link in the comments)
Per Ryan Burge percent of young Christians who go to church every week (they're rare)
August 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Per Ryan Burge percent of young Christians who go to church every week (they're rare)
My latest - on the weaponizing of Matt 18:15-20. And what to do about it. Link in the comments.
August 7, 2025 at 6:57 PM
My latest - on the weaponizing of Matt 18:15-20. And what to do about it. Link in the comments.
LOVE IS NOT ENOUGH: My latest post on 'Fitch's Provocations'. When "you are accepted" acts as a thin veneer in the church. (link in the comments)
July 14, 2025 at 4:28 PM
LOVE IS NOT ENOUGH: My latest post on 'Fitch's Provocations'. When "you are accepted" acts as a thin veneer in the church. (link in the comments)
UKRAINE: Note to Trump. Whether you support the Ukraine/Russia war with arms or not, no one should equivocate. Russia's violence against Ukraine is evil, barbaric, and we must call it that, and refuse all cooperation with forces that enable Putin.
July 11, 2025 at 8:10 PM
UKRAINE: Note to Trump. Whether you support the Ukraine/Russia war with arms or not, no one should equivocate. Russia's violence against Ukraine is evil, barbaric, and we must call it that, and refuse all cooperation with forces that enable Putin.
AS MORE COUPLES MEET ONLINE, less and less join together over a purpose greater than their own individual self-fulfilment. Discuss
July 6, 2025 at 11:53 AM
AS MORE COUPLES MEET ONLINE, less and less join together over a purpose greater than their own individual self-fulfilment. Discuss
LADY LIBERTY IN SHAME. The French mural, unveiled this week, is located in the town of Roubaix France.
July 5, 2025 at 12:35 PM
LADY LIBERTY IN SHAME. The French mural, unveiled this week, is located in the town of Roubaix France.
IN THESE MOST CHALLENGING OF TIMES. From the great Allan R. Bevere
July 3, 2025 at 11:38 AM
IN THESE MOST CHALLENGING OF TIMES. From the great Allan R. Bevere
'FITCH"S PROVOCATIONS' - my latest on the Substack. Give it a read if the subject interests you. (link in comments)
June 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
'FITCH"S PROVOCATIONS' - my latest on the Substack. Give it a read if the subject interests you. (link in comments)
THE DECLINE OF CHURCH ATTENDANCE IN AMERICA (from the work of Ryan Burge)
June 22, 2025 at 12:08 PM
THE DECLINE OF CHURCH ATTENDANCE IN AMERICA (from the work of Ryan Burge)
BONHOEFFER"S SPIRITUAL FORMATION. So glad to be back writing after a busy three weeks. Check out my latest on 'Fitch's Provocations' (link in the comments)
June 18, 2025 at 8:27 PM
BONHOEFFER"S SPIRITUAL FORMATION. So glad to be back writing after a busy three weeks. Check out my latest on 'Fitch's Provocations' (link in the comments)