Mar 30, 202618 minS2
<p>On this episode, we discuss the 5 books we wish every Church member would read. Tune in to hear our picks on some of the most helpful books for Christian living.</p>
About this Podcast:
Take Up and Read is a Christian podcast seeking to encourage Christians by fostering a love of great books. Both hosts, Joe and Chris, serve as PCA pastors, and share an avid love of reading. Join them as they review books, interview authors, and more!
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Public web form
Booking probability
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Guest openness
Selective
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What is Take Up and Read about?
Take Up and Read is a Christian podcast seeking to encourage Christians by fostering a love of great books. Both hosts, Joe and Chris, serve as PCA pastors, and share an avid love of reading. Join them as they review books, interview authors, and more!
What has Take Up and Read covered recently?
Recent episodes include "5 Books We Recommend For Every Church Member" (30 March 2026, 18 minutes), "Books We're Looking Forward To in 2026" (23 March 2026, 18 minutes), and "Top Books of 2025" (31 December 2025, 22 minutes).
How often does Take Up and Read publish?
Take Up and Read publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 10 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Take Up and Read?
Booking probability for Take Up and Read is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Take Up and Read requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Take Up and Read's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Take Up and Read?
The strongest fits for Take Up and Read are Religion & Faith. Take Up and Read has an arts audience.
About the host
Take Up and Read is an arts podcast with 10 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #1
Books We're Looking Forward To in 2026
Mar 23, 202618 minS2<p>Join this casual conversation about the books we're excited to read in 2026. </p><p><br></p><p>*This conversation was originally scheduled to air in January, but due to a medical emergency was delayed. Take Up and...
Episode #7
Top Books of 2025
Dec 31, 202522 minS1<p>Join Joe and Chris as they discuss their favorite reads from 2025</p>
Episode #6
Desert Island Books
Nov 24, 202512 minS1<p>Join us as we play the game "Desert Island" and discuss the 5 books we would select to be the only books we read for the rest of our lives.</p>
- Nov 17, 202517 minS1
<p>Join Joe and Chris as they discuss their favorite book series for children. Buy the books here: https://newgrowthpress.com/gifts-under-25/good-news-for-little-hearts/</p>
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Episode #5
10 Tips on How to Read More
Oct 24, 202514 minS1<p>In this episode, we consider 10 helpful tips for how to read more in our busy lives.</p>
- Oct 24, 202557 minS1
<p>We are joined by our good friend Jonathan Landry Cruse, who serves as a Pastor in the OPC. Jonathan shares about how he works diligently to provide resources for the Church. Join us as we also get to know more about...
- Oct 24, 202558 minS1
<p>In this episode, we are joined by our good friend, Doug O'Donnell! Join us as we discuss how Doug writes commentaries for the good of preachers and the Church. We also get a chance to hear more about his new prayer...
- Oct 24, 202549 minS1
<p>In this episode, we are joined by our very special guest and friend, Pastor Jason Helopoulos! Join us as we discuss Pastor Jason's books, writing process, reading habits, and more. </p>
Episode #1
Best Books of 2024
Jan 3, 202530 minS1<p>Introducing Take Up and Read-- A YouTube channel and podcast designed to encourage Christian maturity through the love of great books. In this episode, we look back at our favorite reads from 2024.</p>
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