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Off Grid Christianity is a podcast for Christians who feel disconnected from Church...whether they attend one or not! Hosted by Martin Purnell, former 'Drivetime' presenter on the UK's first FM Christian Radio station, 'Cross Rhythms City', in Stoke-on-Trent. Martin also pioneered the legendary lunchtime discussion programme 'The Soapbox' on national Christian radio station 'UCB'.
In recent years, Martin took a step back from direct involvement in broadcasting to focus on family life in his adopted home of Northern Ireland. However, throughout that time, the concept behind OGC has been developing on the 'back burner' and we're excited to bring that to fruition, through this regular podcast.

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Friday · 1 hr 2 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 182 – Ricky McAddock
Ricky is the co-founder and CEO of Street Connect. Ricky and his wife Julie launched Street Connect in 2014. It’s aim is to support people battling addiction and related issues. He is a believer to inspire faith-led action and courageous leadership
September 4 · 58 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 181 – Stuart Pascall
Stuart is known for being a Christian speaker (Spring Harvest, Saltmine Trust), trainer, pastor and bible college teacher plus working alongside various charities around the world. He also stepped away from work for 6 years to become a house husband but
August 28 · 58 min
Off Grid Christianity – Classic Final Episode For The Summer Break – Ke’Erron (proper uploaded version)
Ke’Erron was born in Trinidad and Tobago. He is a Worship Pastor and has just released his first album Anything Can Happen- Live, on the Integrity Music label. Why did he move to Houston, Texas? What was his early childhood years like in the West Indies?
August 21 · 1 hr
Off Grid Christianity – Another Classic Episode For The Summer Break – Martin Fair
Do you need encouraging? Please listen to today’s guest. Martin discusses his church’s operation called Havilah. Why did this simple idea eventually get recognition with A Queen’s Award For Voluntary Services? How do you support people in the community w
August 14 · 1 hr 15 min
Off Grid Christianity – Another Classic Episode For This Summer – Christian Cryder
Why would you want to become a minister, only to move half way across the USA to start a new Church and then buy a brewery? Yes, buy a brewery! In this absorbing podcast, Christian shares what it was like to see his parents get divorced and spend time wi
August 7 · 1 hr 9 min
Off Grid Christianity – Another Classic Episode For This Summer Break – Iwan Russell-Jones
Iwan used to be a BBC producer based in Cardiff having studied Theology at Oxford University. Prior to this he was in a Christian Rock Band. He later taught at Regent College in Vancouver. In this absorbing episode, Iwan discusses what Liberation Theolog
July 31 · 59 min
Off Grid Christianity -Another Classic Episode For this Summer Break – Ian and Pauline Bothwell
Where were you on April 10th, 1987? This was the day I met Ian and Pauline from Crossmaglen, Northern Ireland. Why did they bring a mini-bus full of young adults to England? Over 35 years later, I am able to re-unite with this couple who had a profound e
July 24 · 57 min
Off Grid Christianity – Another Classic Episode For The Summer Break – Andy Robinson
Until 2022, Andy was the pastor at a thriving Oxford Baptist Church but then resigns to go into other areas of ministry. How do you know when God is calling you elsewhere? What’s it like to pastor a church only to tell them that you are gay but celibate?
July 17 · 58 min
Off Grid Christianity – Another Classic Episode For The Summer Break – Ann Widdecombe. Since the extremely sad news of her death last week, the police are treating it as a murder investigation. It was a privilege to have Ann as a guest.
In this episode, the former MP and MEP, Ann Widdecombe talks about her faith and much, much more. She discusses her late brother the vicar and evangelical Malcolm Widdecombe and what he thought of her leaving the C of E to become a Catholic. How do you d
July 10 · 1 hr 3 min
Off Grid Christianity – Classic Episodes For The Summer Break – Jon Woodhouse –
The next season of OGC will commence from Friday 4th September. However, during our summer break, there will be another chance to hear classic episodes from 180 podcasts! What was it like to be a chaplain in the British Army and part of the invasion forc
July 3 · 49 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 180 – Andrew Graystone
Another podcast where we both had prior ideas but yet again, we ended up with one of the most powerful and challenging episodes. Andrew was part of the BBC development executive for 8 years. His writing skills include contributions to The Guardian and Pr
June 26 · 58 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 179 – Special Episode – What Does Global Slavery Look Like Today?
What is the difference between slavery, human trafficking and human smuggling? Why do big sporting events see an increase in trafficking? Our returning guest Anna Townsend is the chair of trustees for the charity Women Without Roofs – Nepal. Anna e
June 19 · 1 hr 8 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 178 – Cameron Collington
Originally from Scotland, Cameron is now firmly ensconced in Shepherd’s Bush, London as the vicar of St. Simon’s. How did he adapt from life north of the border to life in inner city London? What was his role at Holy Trinity, Brompton and why
June 12 · 52 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 177 – Jackie Mouradian
Jackie is a scriptwriter and has a passion for making resources and training workshops for all. Her latest book, recently released is called Following The Son. How did her consultancy work help churches in community development? Why has she written resou
June 5 · 57 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 176 – Rob Parsons
– Rob is an author, speaker and the founder of Care For The Family. Rob was one of the main BBC news items last Christmas Day! Why did his latest book A Knock At The Door feature so heavily on BBC news? Why did Rob start Care For The Family which n
May 29 · 57 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 175 – Xanna Stuart
Xanna is an accredited life coach specialising in ADHD and Autism. She knows this subjects professionally and personally as Xanna has ADHD herself. One of her two children has AUDHD (ADHD and Autism). What exactly are ADHD and Autism? What are the signs?
May 22 · 1 hr 4 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 174 – Dr Shola Oladipo
Shola is a researcher, dietician, speaker, lecturer and health advocate. She is the CEO of Food For Purpose – Eating, Living, Serving Purposefully. Shola is also a Dr in Philosophy and is a pastor herself. Shola explains in such a warm and loving w
May 15 · 56 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 173 – Anna Townsend
Anna is a published author of several books with titles such as The Oxymoronic God, Who Am I, Destination Transformation, and in 2025 saw the release of Our Sisters. This book is about Christian women facing persecution and violence in Pakistan. Why is h
May 8 · 50 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 172 – Special Podcast – Abortion, A Guide Through The Facts.
A returning guest from episode 156, Dr Mark Houghton was a GP in Sheffield and with 2 female co-authors wrote Pregnancy And Abortion – A Practical Guide To Making Decisions. This episode is not a ‘Bible Bashing’ exercise nor is it to po
May 1 · 1 hr 3 min
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 171 – David Oliver
David has just had his latest book published (over 15 titles so far) and is an inspiring and impacting speaker. He has worked for many churches and organisations including Focus On The Family, New Wine, Spring Harvest, Care For The Family and the Billy G

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