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Not Beyond Reach with Aaron Pierce

In this episode of the Post-Christian Podcast,Dr. Eric Bryantinterviews Aaron Pierce, the International Mission Director ofSteiger International, a global mission organization dedicated to mobilizing followers of Jesus to reach young people who would not walk into a church.


Aaron shares insights on how church leaders can engage with young adults, particularly those who have deconstructed their faith. He emphasizes the importance of having a broken heart for the lost and the need for new strategies to connect with a post-Christian culture. The discussion also covers his bookNot Beyond Reach and outreach efforts at events like South by Southwest in Austin and the significance of building relationships through spiritual conversations.


Aaron shares inspiring stories of transformation that highlight the power of faith and community engagement.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Steiger International and Its Mission

03:06 Engaging Young Adults and Deconstructed Faith

06:08 Cultural Shifts and the Need for New Strategies

09:04 Outreach Strategies at South by Southwest

12:05 Building Relationships and Spiritual Conversations

15:00 Inspiring Stories of Transformation


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12/12/2025

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