David Hayward aka the NakedPastor

David Hayward aka the NakedPastor

From Hear It From Me by Dale Lykins

October 15, 2025 · 52 min · Season 5 · Episode 1

About this episode

David Hayward, known as the NakedPastor, discusses his journey and approach to spiritual independence and community.

David Hayward and his wife Lisa live near Saint John, NB, Canada, and they have three grown children. He has a B.A. in Bible and Theology, a Masters in Theological Studies in New Testament, and a Diploma of Ministry. He was ordained to the ministry and served local churches… teaching and providing pastoral care for about 30 years. • He left the ministry in 2010. People suggest he's now an “online pastor”… a pastor to the pastor-less. He does love helping people find their own way on their own spiritual growth journeys. This means he is an LGBTQ ally, a feminist, and super progressive in his theology. • He's been the NakedPastor since 2005, and like any graffiti artist, he uses his images and words to challenge the status quo of religion and to offer hope for those who struggle and suffer under it. • He believes in spiritual independence and helps people empower themselves to achieve it. The healthiest people are independent, autonomous, self-ruling, and independent people form healthy interdependent relationships rather than codependent ones. Community is important to him, but it requires healthy individuals to form. His online community The Lasting Supper is one. You’re invited…

People in this episode

Host: Dale Lykins

Guest: David Hayward

Topics covered

  • spiritual growth
  • LGBTQ ally
  • progressive theology
  • community building
  • art and expression

Keywords

  • NakedPastor
  • spiritual independence
  • LGBTQ
  • theology
  • community
  • art
  • pastoral care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Lasting Supper, nakedpastor.com

Places: Saint John, NB, Canada

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