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Faith, Politics, and the Kingdom: Navigating Christian Citizenship in a Polarized America with Brian Franklin 56:20

14d ago56:20

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In this episode of Presbyterian and Reformed Texas, Brian Franklin, Associate Director at SMU’s Center for Presidential History and a ruling elder in the PCA, joins me to discuss the challenges of navigating faith and politics in today’s polarized climate. Franklin emphasizes the importance of maintaining a Christ-centered perspective and unity amo…

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Roctober! Fostering Youth Connections in North Texas with Colton Brewer and Graham Clark 44:17

1M ago44:17

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Colton Brewer and TE Graham Clark join me to discuss youth ministry and the annual North Texas Presbytery Youth Retreat called Roctober now in its ninth year. Along with photos of our two guests, the cover art features the logo from Roctober IV that faded way too fast on the orange sherbet Comfort Colors t-shirts. Guests: Colton Brewer (Youth & Fam…

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“Taking the Gospel to Prison” with Paul Miller (MNA Metanoia Prison Ministries) 53:45

2M ago53:45

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Meet PCA Teaching Elder Paul Miller, the Regional Director for Metanoia Prison Ministries in Texas. He has a deep desire for every incarcerated individual in Texas State and Federal prisons to hear of the glorious gospel of Christ’s saving grace. Paul believes that his life with all of its highs and lows, victories and struggles, has prepared him t…

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Leading a Reformed congregation in Amarillo with Dr. Tyler Taber 48:59

2M ago48:59

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Get to know Rev. Dr. Tyler Taber, the Pastor at Redeemer Amarillo (PCA) and learn about this branch of Christ’s Church in the Panhandle seeks to be faithful to the Scriptures, true to the Reformed faith, and obedient to the Great Commission. West Texas Conference on Reformed Theology 2024 When Life Throws a Curveball: The Meaning of the Book of Job…

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Navigating Change: Lessons from Church Renewal 31:27

3M ago31:27

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In this episode we discuss the 'elephants' of church renewal. Rev. Dr. Elaine May discusses her work in church renewal and leadership development within the Christian Reformed Church in North America. She highlights the importance of shifting from ownership to stewardship, aligning church ministry with God's mission, and the challenges and blessing…

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Persistent Pursuit: Mark's Journey from Haiti to Deaconship 22:24

4M ago22:24

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Mark Vanderwees from Diaconal Ministries Canada joins us to talk about his journey to becoming a deacon and suggestions for best practices for deacons. This episode discusses the evolving role of deacons, community engagement, and practical support for church benevolence and justice initiatives. Show Notes: Diaconal Ministries Canada: https://diaco…

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The Blessing of Belonging: A Church's Journey to Inclusivity 35:20

4M ago35:20

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Pastor Dave VanderWoude from City Hope GR shares insights on creating an inclusive church for people of all abilities. He discusses his personal journey, challenges in fostering belonging, and the transformative power of inclusivity. Don't miss these interesting stories and insights. Show Notes: City Hope Grand Rapids: https://cityhopegr.org/ Thriv…

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See Things Differently: Sponsorship Stories 27:57

5M ago27:57

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In this episode we're joined by Bev Stephenson, a dedicated volunteer in refugee resettlement in the US. Bev shares her experiences co-sponsoring Afghan and Cuban refugee families alongside her church. Bev shares insightful stories highlighting the challenges, joys, and profound impact of building cross-cultural relationships and supporting familie…

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'I'm Not Okay': Cultivating Compassionate Churches 23:03

5M ago23:03

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In this enlightening episode host Chris Orme has a candid conversation with Tom Jantzi, Director of Congregational Assistance Plan and Clergy Care at Shalem Network. Tom shares invaluable insights on destigmatizing mental health within church communities, emphasizing the importance of normalizing conversations and acknowledging the holistic nature …

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Engineering to Youth Work: Embracing God's Unexpected Path 29:31

6M ago29:31

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Host Chris Orme welcomes Greg Houldcroft, founder of Cross Town Impact, a ministry dedicated to serving at-risk youth. Greg shares his journey of faith and the challenges faced in establishing the organization. Cross Town Impact provides safe spaces for children, offering support and mentorship. Greg highlights lessons he's learned along the way es…

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How Saying 'Yes' Transformed Gateway Church 31:21

6M ago31:21

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In this compelling episode host Chris Orme sits down with Dan Veeneman and Marcel de Regt from Gateway Community Church in Abbotsford B.C. Together, they delve into the church's transformative journey of hosting an extreme weather shelter for the homeless. Dan and Marcel share stories about the realities of participating in this ministry. From conf…

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"Considering Evening Services" with Mark Trigsted and Matt Wood 55:42

7M ago55:42

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Teaching Elders Mark Trigsted (Redeemer McKinney) and Matt Wood (Grace & Peace Anna) join the show to discuss evening services. The pastors share the experience at their churches and offer advice to churches considering offering them. “So my exhortation is just do it, you know, go for it.” says Pastor Wood. To our sister churches in the PCA and thr…

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Elephants in the Room | Season 8 Preview 2:18

7M ago2:18

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We know the journey of justice is messy, full of pitfalls and roadblocks. And sometimes it feels like we’re all avoiding the question everyone is thinking. When it comes to justice we can experience gaps between our convictions and the way we can live them out. What if we could have a conversation about these elephant(s) in the room? In this season…

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"Grace overcomes Guilt" with Russian-speaking Ukrainian Greg Zhelezny (Trinity Plano) 1:04:57

7M ago1:04:57

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Meet Yegor (Greg) Zhelezny a Russian-speaking Ukrainian now living in North Texas. Born in Kiev to parents of an atheistic-jewish background, Greg knew guilt well. Hear the testimony of God’s saving work as the Spirit led a young man to receive the gospel of grace and move to America so he could turn and reach Russians with the Gospel. Greg is a ca…

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"You're not a Baptist, you're a Presbyterian!" with Victor Martinez 57:42

8M ago57:42

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Teaching Elder Victor Martinez serves as Redeemer San Antonio’s (PCA) Associate Pastor of Mission & Cultural Engagement. He joins us to today to speak about missions, mercy ministry, and the upcoming Restore 2024: MNA Mercy Conference. We pray that you consider attending the conference. Mentioned: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary O. Palmer…

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Floods, Twisters, and Chainsaws with Mark Becker 59:02

8M ago59:02

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Mark Becker, Ruling Elder, (Christ Church Katy, TX PCA) joins us today where he serves on the Session with Teaching Elder Fred Greco. Mark came to Christ Church in 2013 and returned from the Beaumont area after living there for a couple of years. He is a former paper mill engineer and now on staff with the PCA’s Mission to North America Disaster Re…

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A First for the Presbyterian Church in America with Hamid Hatami 56:19

8M ago56:19

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On Sunday evening, February 11, when most of America was settling in to watch the Super Bowl a historic evening service was taking place in Richardson Texas, in the life of the PCA, and Christ’s church. This ordination and installation service, with over 240 in attendance had prayers, the sermon text, and signing done in both English and Farsi. PCA…

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Education should be contextualized with Kyle Oliphint 55:19

8M ago55:19

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Kyle Oliphint (WTS '99) joins this Presbyterian and Reformed Texas episode. Kyle is the Senior Pastor at Grace Community Presbyterian Church Fort Worth, about 15 miles north of downtown Fort Worth. Kyle shares the story of Grace Community and his own story of coming to Christ. We also spend some time talking about education choices for our children…

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Talking Background Checks within Grassroots Presbyterianism with Joshua Torrey and Jason Piland 1:01:11

9M ago1:01:11

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Joshua Torrey returns with special guest Jason Piland to discuss the latest developments within the PCA related to mandatory background checks. Joshua and Jason co-labored to perfect overtures that will be considered by the General Assembly in 2024 requiring background checks of ordained officers. We discuss the grassroots presbyterian nature of th…

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Growing Biblical Churches in Dispensational Country with Jim Cassidy 58:29

9M ago58:29

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Sound the Machen-horn, the OPC is here! Rev Jim Cassidy Pastor at South Austin Presbyterian Church joins us today to discuss growing biblical churches in dispensational country. In addition to serving SAPC, Jim serves as President of the Board of Directors and Teaching Fellow at Reformed Forum. Topics covered: Jim’s story of how he came to the refo…

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Potential pitfalls and dangers for the PCA with Fred Greco 40:55

10M ago40:55

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Mr. Moderator Returns. Teaching Elder, Fred Greco, of Christ Church Katy, delivered a message today at RTS Dallas' 2024 Spring Luncheon Series on "The Promises and Predicaments of Presbyterianism in the Present Moment." He touches on three main areas: 1. Concerns about abuse. 2. Concerns about the size of the PCA as we grow. 3. Maintaining Presbyte…

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"Make sure you're bathed in the Word" with Brian Heise 57:03

10M ago57:03

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Man of the people, Ruling Elder, Brian Heise of Grace and Peace Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Anna, Texas joins us today. Learn about the history of Grace and Peace PC and God’s provision for his church. We revisit his appearance on Prebsycast at the General Assembly in 2021. Brian shares his thoughts on the state of the PCA as we talk about the nee…

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Christ from Beginning to End 33:27

10M ago33:27

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It's the start of a new year. Bible reading plans are trendy right now. What should you expect to find as you dive into the Word of God? Ruling Elder, Eric Wallace had the opportunity to exhort the congregation at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Plano, TX on January 2, 2022. The text of the sermon is Luke 24:13-49 in which Jesus explains that He is th…

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I Grew Up Listening to Talk Radio 12:44

10M ago12:44

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A Special Edition to end 2023, a brief episode on the "why" behind this podcast with your host Eric Wallace. Links NEW: Presbyterian and Reformed Texas Podcast Thankful as the PCA turns 50 today Like and subscribe, rate and review, and spread the word far and wide. Reformed Texas (@reformedtexas) on Twitter/X Eric Wallace (@ecrosstexas) on Twitter/…

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"I didn't want to be a cage stage paedobaptist" with Ryan Denton 53:49

11M ago53:49

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A historic podcast with members of the Vanguard Presbyterian Church and the PCA. Ryan Denton is an open-air preacher and evangelist. He also serves as the organizing pastor of church plants in Lubbock, Midland, and coming in March 2024 San Angelo. We talk about Vanguard, church planting (especially in more blue-collar areas), the need for robust th…

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Transforming Nations and Hearts 32:28

11M ago32:28

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George de Vuyst, is a missionary with Resonate Global Mission. He has been serving in Ukraine since 1998. George trains pastors and facilitates healing and reconciliation through “Healing Hearts, Transforming Nations” (HHTN) workshops and trainings for facilitators. In June 2021 he traveled to Michigan and planned to return overseas in June 2022. R…

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"The Elders work for Jesus" with Fred Greco 49:58

11M ago49:58

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Why is it good to be a member of a Presbyterian Church? Teaching Elder, Fred Greco, of Christ Church Katy, joins us today to answer that question and discuss Presbyterianism. We walkthrough: 1) Why be a member of a church? 2) Brief overview of the models of church government. 3) Why choose a presbyterian church? (particularly conservative, confessi…

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Transforming Conflict Into Grace 25:47

11M ago25:47

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When Stacey Campbell talks about reconciliation she knows what she's talking about. Not only because of her work with Prison Fellowship Canada but also because of the reconciliation she has worked through in her personal life. Stacey vulnerably shares stories about both with us. "Good self-care isn't about more bubble baths and chocolate. It's abou…

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"Myself, Neil Lomax, and some other guy" with Mark Trigsted 48:03

11M ago48:03

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Mark Trigsted, Associate Pastor at Redeemer McKinney (PCA) joins us to talk about worship in the PCA and the recent online dustup over the Directory of Public Worship. We also talk about the Dallas Cowboys, Mark's football career, Thai food, and get a review of the Lakewood's conference that we heard about in Episode 1. Links: Mark Trigsted (@MTrig…

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Redefining Belonging: Marlene's Tenacious Story 25:50

12M ago25:50

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Marlene was born In Burns Lake BC to an Indigenous father and a white mother. Her father joined the military when she was 18 months old and she was raised in a variety of towns and Air Bases throughout Canada and Germany. In this episode Marlene tells us about what it has been like to embrace her Indigenous AND Christian identity. "I did bring my h…

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"I'm not saying Tex-Mex is bad" with Joshua Torrey 54:53

12M ago54:53

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Get to know Joshua Torrey, Ruling Elder at Redeemer Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Austin, Texas. We talk hockey, life in Austin, spreadsheets, BCO overtures, Tex-Mex, and more! Links: Redeemer Presbyterian Church (PCA), Austin, TX Texas Stars Keep Austin Weird Scott Edburg AKA Mr. Spreadsheet 2021 BCO Amendments Tracker - the original spreadsheet 20…

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Building Harmony in Mali 27:13

12M ago27:13

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Harouna Issaka is the regional director for West Africa with World Renew and also works with Timothy Leadership training. In this episode Harouna speaks with us about how the Timothy Leadership Training has build relationships across unexpected divides. Show Notes: Transcript World Renew in West Africa Timothy Leadership Training…

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"I'm try-vocational, I guess" with Brad Denton 33:27

12M ago33:27

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Get to know Teaching Elder Brad Denton, Senior Pastor of Dallas' Lakewood Presbyterian Church (PCA), and hear about their upcoming conference "What Can the Righteous Do?" November 17-18, 2023. Registration closes on November 12. Conference Details & FAQ | Registration Mentioned: Lakewood Presbyterian Presbycast North Texas Presbytery RTS Dallas PCA…

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Teaser 0:13

12M ago0:13

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Just a quick teaser. Like and subscribe, rate and review, and spread the word far and wide. Reformed Texas (@reformedtexas) on Twitter/X Eric Wallace (@ecrosstexas) on Twitter/X Eric's site ecrosstexas.com Soli Deo GloriaDi Eric Wallace

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From Forced Relocation to Reconciliation 25:33

1y ago25:33

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In this episode we talk with Shannon Perez about what reconciliation looks like in light of her personal story and her First Nation's story. Shannon is the director of the Indigenous Family Centre (a CRC ministry with Indigenous people in Winnipeg). Shannon is a member of the Sayisi Dene First Nation, and lives in Winnipeg with her husband and chil…

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Being Asked About One Moment 37:21

1y ago37:21

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In this episode Andrew Reinstra joins us to talk about what it's like to reconcile his experiences his birth and adoptive families. We get into the questions *not* to ask an adopted person. If you've wanted to think about the intersection of justice and adoption this is the episode for you. Andrew Rienstra works for World Renew. In 2017, Andrew fou…

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Healing Rifts | Season 7 Preview 3:38

1y ago3:38

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Our host Chris Orme introduces you to the theme of this season of the podcast. Stay tuned for episodes from great guests. “But Esau ran to meet him and embraced him and fell on his neck and kissed him, and they wept.” Genesis 33:4 Ray Orlund reflects that this verse has often struck him as one of the most beautiful in the Bible. “We all feel the po…

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Reflection for National Truth and Reconciliation Day 2023 | Season 6 Bonus 19:31

1y ago19:31

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September 30th 2023 is the third time Canada will mark a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. It coincides with Orange Shirt Day, a grassroots commemoration marked by the wearing of Orange Shirts for children forced to leave their families and attend residential schools. This reflection is designed to take approximately half an hour and we rec…

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This is Hunting Park 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

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This community in Philadelphia, while full of families and individuals working hard to make ends meet, is taking action in their own backyards to address climate change. In this bonus podcast episode hear from film maker Nathan Roels and local climate organizer Allen Drew about how this storytelling project came together. And be inspired to see how…

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From Bricklaying to Bangladesh 28:00

1+ y ago28:00

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The best job description according to Roy Berkenbosch is “whatever the day needs.” In his life this has meant jobs in both bricklaying and Bangladesh. In the episode Roy shares stories from his development work with World Renew and his experience at King’s University with the Micah Centre. Show Notes: Thank you to Season sponsor the Micah Centre: h…

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Human Connection in Dehumanizing Places 38:12

1+ y ago38:12

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John Lamsma has spent over 25 years in prison…ministry. He shares how pastoral care can ease the pain of incarceration, the origins of restorative justice as a focus in the CRCNA and the importance of affirming the image of God in every person, always. Show Notes: Thank you to season sponsor the Micah Centre: https://www.kingsu.ca/programs/micah-ce…

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Deliverance Can Take Decades 31:00

1+ y ago31:00

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Jenny Yang has been on the long journey advocating for just immigration policy for over 15 years. As the Senior Vice President of Advocacy & Policy with World Relief she shares her experience speaking with Christians about immigration reform, talking with her kids about race, and how a speaking opportunity in Amish country led to mutual mind changi…

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Food that Helps not Harms 20:03

1+ y ago20:03

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John Klein-Geltink is a long term coach for deacons and passionate foodie—as in food banks. In his work with Operation Sharing in Woodstock Ontario John has helped switch from food donations to food gift cards. This approach gives more agency to people involved and John talks about how he can see the fruit of this change from his long involvement. …

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Doing Climate Good without Giving Up 25:30

1+ y ago25:30

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Rev Dr Ben Lowe wrote the book on doing good without giving up. (Literally.) He works as Deputy Executive Director of A Rocha International. Ben shares the practices that sustain his work and an inspiring example of grassroots Christian communities in Ghana uniting to protect creation. Ben gives encouragement for those feeling climate anxiety and h…

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“Long Obedience in the Same Direction” | Season 6 Preview 24:32

1+ y ago24:32

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Jonathan Nicolai-deKoning (is the director of the Micah Centre at King’s University, which helps students explore ways of seeking justice in today's local and global contexts. He joins Chris to talk about the lines of thought in two of his recent blogs on Do Justice which lent inspiration to the theme of this season. Show Notes: Thank you to season…

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Pick Up Your Instrument: Practices for Worship Leaders | Season 5 Ep. 6 33:09

2y ago33:09

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Joyce and Katie join us again to talk about what shaping worship justly has looked like in their contexts as well as practical suggestions for ways worship leaders can shape justice and worship in their own congregations. Show Notes: Reflection Questions: https://network.crcna.org/biblical-justice/do-justice-podcast-reflection-questions Transcript:…

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Reflection for National Truth and Reconciliation Day 2022 | Season 5 Bonus 17:29

2y ago17:29

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September 30th 2022 is the second time Canada will mark a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. It coincides with Orange Shirt Day, a grassroots commemoration marked by the wearing of Orange Shirts for children forced to leave their families and attend residential schools. This reflection is designed to take approximately half an hour and we re…

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Spiritually, Everybody’s Hungry | Season 5 Ep. 5 40:29

2y ago40:29

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Claudio Carvalhaes has sat at tables with people around the world, listening to their communal expressions of joy, lament, and doubt in worship. From these experiences he shares ways to lead worship in solidarity with communities experiencing suffering. Claudio is the author of “Liturgies from Below” and he has a PhD. in Liturgy and Theology. Show …

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Worshiping When the World is Falling Apart | Season 5 Ep. 4 35:41

2y ago35:41

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Jacqui Mignault is one of the writers behind weekly Do Justice prayers. As a pastor, she talks about what it’s like to practice bringing current events before God. If you’ve ever wondered how to acknowledge current events in worship, this is the episode for you. Show Notes: Do Justice Prayers: https://dojustice.crcna.org/categories/justice-and-wors…

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The Porters Gate: Groaning/Singing with Creation | Season 5 Ep. 3 47:54

2y ago47:54

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Songs about the end of the world and stuff. [Actually] we have a great conversation about ways churches in North America can think about their relationship with creation in a new way through the music offered in the Climate Vigil Album created with The Porters Gate. Climate change can feel heavy and dark. The Climate Vigil is a project to bring pra…

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