In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastors Tony and Brandon dive into a wide-ranging discussion about everything fall! From pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween to church outreach events like Trunk or Treat, they cover it all. They discuss the history and evolution of Halloween, whether churches should engage with the holiday, and some wild church events from the past, like “Mom, I’m a Witch” and “Interview with the Devil.” Plus, they get into scary movies, fun fall traditions, and what Christians should consider about participating in Halloween. Tune in for a fun, lighthearted, and insightful episode on how churches can balance culture and mission.
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Topics:
• Pumpkin Spice & Fall Traditions
• Halloween’s Pagan Roots and Christian Adoption
• Church’s Response to Halloween
• Trunk or Treat and Other Church Outreach Ideas
• Favorite Scary Movies & Fall Entertainment
• Halloween from a Christian Perspective 

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00:00 - Introduction and Pumpkin Spice Confessions
00:23 - Halloween Calories and Boss's Day Appreciation
01:12 - Sponsors: Logos Bible Software & Anderson Lawn Care
02:39 - Fall Vibes: Flannels, Zucchini Bread, and Football Season
04:07 - Fantasy Football: The Big Trade
05:42 - Halloween Alternatives: Growing Up with Harvest Parties
07:45 - The Pagan Origins of Halloween and Christian Reclamation
10:20 - How Churches are Engaging with Halloween: Trunk or Treat
12:47 - Evolution of Halloween Events in Churches: Fearmongering vs. Fun
16:15 - Scary Movies We Love: Scream, Get Out, and More
19:04 - Wild Church Halloween Events: "Mom, I'm a Witch" & "Interview with the Devil"
22:12 - Claire’s Halloween Experiences and Fall Girls’ Nights
24:18 - The Role of Mission in Church Halloween Outreach
28:40 - The Impact of Church Outreach During Halloween
32:12 - Can Christians Celebrate Halloween? Discussing Alternatives and Opinions
36:05 - Favorite Halloween Events at Church: Trunk or Treat and Beyond
39:40 - Listener Shoutouts: Faithful 200!
43:00 - Wrapping Up: Thoughts on Halloween, Outreach, and the Future of Church Events