Something Brewing in Scotland // Facing the Canon with Peter Anderson

Something Brewing in Scotland // Facing the Canon with Peter Anderson

From The J.John Podcast by J.John

May 27, 2026 · 29 min · Season 4 · Episode 206

About this episode

J.John interviews Peter Anderson about the growth and challenges of City on a Hill Church in Edinburgh.

J.John sits down with Peter Anderson, Lead Pastor of City on a Hill Church in Edinburgh, to explore the journey of building a church from humble beginnings to a thriving, multi-community movement. Starting with just 30 members after four years, Peter shares how City on a Hill has since grown to reach hundreds across seven communities. In this honest and inspiring conversation, he reflects on the tension of holding onto a big vision while facing the challenges of a small reality. Peter also opens up about the powerful culture of prayer among church leaders in Edinburgh and what it looks like to witness signs of a spiritual awakening across Scotland today. If you’ve ever wrestled with slow progress, big dreams, or staying faithful in the early stages, this conversation will encourage and challenge you. -- Follow Peter Anderson on Instagram: @peteedinburgh. Visit the church website: cityonahill.org.uk. Find his book 'Foundations' at https://amzn.eu/d/0bTYOZ6X

People in this episode

Host: J.John

Guest: Peter Anderson

Topics covered

  • church growth
  • spiritual awakening
  • community building
  • prayer culture
  • faith challenges

Keywords

  • church
  • growth
  • Scotland
  • prayer
  • spiritual awakening
  • community
  • faith

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: City on a Hill Church

Places: Scotland, Edinburgh

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