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The Alabaster Jar Podcast is a weekly conversation that takes on current issues impacting women at the intersection of faith, theology, and ministry. Dr. Lynn Cohick, Kelly Dippolito, and Sareen Musselman pour out their wisdom from years in ministry and academia to inspire women to continue advancing God’s mission in the world.
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Welcome to Alabaster Flats: The Self-Aware Western. Name's Whiskers. You heard about the strange happenins here, hm? Biggest mystery this side of the Pecos. We've suffered, or rather, experienced 17 sheriffs in 30 days and we don't know why. While you're here you'll probably meet Miss Sofia she runs the Short Stick Saloon. Try to steer clear of Morgan's Mercantile, and whatever you do, don't let deputy Wyatt Chirp tell you a story. You'll thank me later. Oh, and be sure to say howdy to our n ...
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Alabaster Catz is a monthly theatrical storytelling podcast that features tales of dark fiction. Each episode explores the world of the cute and the macabre, the creepy and the quaint, the sad and the strange. A reminder that the best stories are the ones we tell in the dark.
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In this conversation, Dr. Carol M. Kaminski joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss the importance of women's Bible studies and the need for deeper biblical teaching. She emphasizes the beauty and artistry of the Old Testament and how it can inspire women to study the Scriptures. Dr. Kaminski also explores the themes of humility and seeking God's face in …
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The Visual Museum Series: Season 1 Recap & Looking Ahead | With Kelly Dippolito & Christine Calareso Bleecker
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The first season of the Visual Museum podcast series is officially wrapping up as Kelly Dippolito and Christine Calareso Bleecker share their favorite moments from this season while also discussing the impact the episodes already have. The goal of this podcast has always been to help listeners orient themselves in time, space, and location from fir…
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A Heart For Jesus & His Word: Lisa Harper's Story Of Theological Education & Ministry | With Lisa Harper
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In this conversation, Lisa Harper joins Dr. Lynn Cohick and Kelly Dippolito to discuss the importance of theological education and the role of women in ministry. Lisa shares her journey of overcoming limitations and embracing her calling. They also discuss the need for a redemptive hermeneutic and a compassionate understanding of God's character as…
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In this conversation, Dr. Bruce Hindmarsh joins Kelly Dippolito to discuss his involvement with the Luce Foundation and the grant that kickstarted the Visual Museum project. He highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the challenges of digital humanities. He emphasizes the potential impact of the Visual Museum in providing a…
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Cultivating The Christian Imagination: How Stories, Art & Prayer Can Transform Our Spiritual Lives | With Dr. Lanta Davis
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In this conversation, Dr. Lanta Davis joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss her book, Becoming by Beholding: The Power of the Imagination in Spiritual Formation, as they talk about the concept of spiritual formation through the imagination and the role of art in shaping our faith. They explore the idea that forming the soul means forming the imagination…
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The Visual Museum Series: Relics & The Regular Christian | With Dr. Amy Brown Hughes & Dr. George Kalantzis
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In this conversation, Dr. Amy Brown Hughes and Dr. George Kalantzis join Dr. Lynn Cohick to explore the significance of baptism, Eucharist, and relics in the worship of the fourth and fifth centuries. It delves into the political and social implications of these practices, highlighting how they challenged societal norms and hierarchies. The convers…
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A Journey Of Faith, Gifts & Humility: Rev. Kaye Kolde's Path To Ministry | With Rev. Kaye Kolde
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In this conversation, Reverend Kaye Kolde joins Dr. Lynn Cohick and Kelly Dippolito to share her journey of discerning her call to the pastorate and her subsequent roles in the church. She discusses the challenges and joys of leadership, the importance of submission, collaboration, and accountability, and the need for self-care and refreshment. Kay…
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In this episode, Dr. Grace Hamman joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss the medieval mystic Julian of Norwich and her theological reflections on Jesus as a mother. Julian of Norwich, a 14th-century anchorite, had a series of visions and wrote about them in her book 'The Shewings.' She used the metaphor of Jesus as a mother to explore the character of Go…
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In this conversation, Dr. Carol M. Kaminski joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss the Old Testament background of Easter and the importance of understanding the Old Testament with the New Testament. They explore the concepts of blessing and curse in the Old Testament, the failure of Israel to obey God's laws, and the significance of the New Covenant. Th…
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The Visual Museum Series: Strong Mothers, Strong Leaders | With Dr. Sandra Glahn and Dr. Amy Brown Hughes
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In this conversation, Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. Lynn Cohick, and Dr. Amy Brown Hughes discuss the stories of strong women in the early church, focusing on Helena, the mother of Constantine. They share their experiences of discovering lesser-known women in church history, such as the sisters Praxides and Pudenziana. The conversation explores Helena's ro…
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From Violence To Peace: A Biblical Vision For Nonviolence & Justice | With Rev. Dr. Helen Paynter
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In this conversation, Rev. Dr. Helen Painter joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss her book, Blessed Are the Peacemakers: A Biblical Theology of Human Violence, and the topics of peacemaking, violence, and the Bible. She shares her inspiration for writing the book and her hopes for readers as well as explores the definition of violence and its presence …
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In this conversation, Dr. Sandra Glahn and Dr. Lynn Cohick are joined by guest Jazmine Sánchez to discuss various art media on the Visual Museum of Women and Christianity website. They explore mosaics, frescoes, sculptures, and paintings, highlighting their historical significance and unique characteristics. Jazmine shares her favorite artists, inc…
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In this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Mary Jo Sharp as she discusses her journey from atheism to Christianity and the importance of doubt. She also addresses the issue of hypocrisy in the church and how to heal from church wounds. Dr. Sharp emphasizes the need to appreciate the beauty of women in the church while re…
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The Visual Museum Series: Art History 101 | With Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. Matthew Milliner, and Christine Calareso Bleecker
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In this conversation, Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. Matthew Milliner, and Christine Calareso Bleecker discuss the absence of depicting the body of the first person of the Trinity in Christian art and how it has shaped perceptions of women. Dr. Milliner explains that early Christian art depicted the Trinity through sarcophagi and male embodiments of Christ,…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Carol M. Kaminski as she shares insights from her work on the books of 1 & 2 Chronicles and how the stories of the kings point to qualities like prayer, humility, and trusting God. Specific passages on King Jehoshaphat and King Manasseh are examined to show themes of repentance,…
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The Visual Museum Series: Women Of All Ages | With Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. George Kalantzis & Christine Calareso Bleecker
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In this conversation, Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. George Kalantzis, and Christine Calareso Bleecker discuss the stories of women in the Bible and extra-biblical content. They explore the lives of Anna in the temple and Elizabeth, as well as the concept of virginity in Christianity. They also delve into the stories of young women martyrs and the virtue an…
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In this conversation, Dr. Marion Taylor, Professor of Old Testament and Graduate Director at Wycliffe College joins Dr. Lynn Cohick, to discuss the contributions of women exegetes throughout history. She shares her serendipitous discovery of women interpreters in the 19th century and highlights their diverse range of topics, from technical grammati…
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Joshua 1:9 NIVHave I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”. Have you ever reached a point in your spiritual journey where you feel like you're running out of faith? If so, this episode is for you. As we travel together through these incredible e…
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The Visual Museum Series: Virginity & Martyrdom | With Dr. Amy Brown Hughes & Dr. George Kalantzis
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In this conversation, Dr. George Kalantzis and Dr. Amy Brown Hughes join Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss the figure of Thecla and the concept of virginity in early Christianity. They explore the significance of Thecla's story and its impact on the development of Christianity as well as the theological and social implications of virginity, including the …
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In this conversation, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Bethany N Sollereder to discuss her book 'Why Is There Suffering?' They discuss the book's format, the distinction between God's love and goodness, the role of Scripture in understanding suffering, and the unique desires of love and original sin. They also explore the difference between altruis…
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In this episode of the Visual Museum Podcast Series, Dr. Amy Brown Hughes joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to discuss the stories of women martyrs in the early church, focusing on Perpetua, Felicitas, and Blandina. These women faced persecution and death for their faith, but their testimonies and courage inspired generations. The conversation explores the the…
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Part 2 Romans 8:28 “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose. "When life throws you a curveball, what do you do? Do you quit or do you keep going? God is constantly stretching us in our character and how we see the world. This is a part of my story that provides a deta…
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Romans 8:28“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose."When life throws you a curveball, what do you do? Do you quit or do you keep going? God is constantly stretching us in our character and how we see the world. This is a part of my story that provides a detailed desc…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick and Kelly Dippolito are joined by Dr. Beth Allison Barr to discuss her research on women's lives in the medieval period, focusing on the role of clerical texts and sermons in understanding their experiences. She explores the importance of figures like Mary and Eve in medieval sermons and the tre…
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The Visual Museum Series: Early Christian Art In The Priscilla Catacomb | With Dr. Kimberly Majeski
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In this episode of the Visual Museum Podcast Series, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Kimberly Majeski to discuss her research on Priscilla and the Priscilla Catacomb in Rome. She shares her interest in the topic and the questions that led her to study the role of women in the early church. This conversation also explores the history and significan…
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(My PATHWAYS journey to Greece ). Romans 8:28“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”This is the testimony of my journey to Athens, Greece to serve refugees. The journey began as an idea and turned into a life-changing experience in January 2024.Come with me on …
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Understanding The Genealogies: Identity & Unity In 1 & 2 Chronicles | With Dr. Carol M. Kaminski
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Carol M. Kaminski to discuss the importance of genealogies in the books of 1 and 2 Chronicles. They explore the period and context in which these books were written, highlighting the return from exile and the challenges faced by God's people. They also delve into the significanc…
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The Visual Museum Series: Why Is This Project Important? | With Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. Lynn Cohick, and Dr. George Kalantzis
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To kick off the Visual Museum Podcast Series, Kelly Dippolito interviews the principals of the Visual Museum of Women in Christianity: Dr. Sandra Glahn, Dr. Lynn Cohick, and Dr. George Kalantzis to discuss the origins and importance of this project. They highlight the need to see and tell the stories of women in the history of Christianity, challen…
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Welcome to the brand-new Visual Museum podcast series! Kelly Dippolito interviews Christine Calareso Bleecker, Director of the Visual Museum Podcast Series, to discuss the women that will be featured in this series which include female biblical figures but also female historical church leaders. She also provides an overview of the topics and art th…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Holly J. Carey to discuss her book "Women Who Do: Female Disciples in the Gospels." In this episode, Dr. Carey analyzes stories of women in the Gospels and finds that female disciples consistently modeled virtuous characteristics of discipleship, in contrast to male apostles. Th…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick and Kelly Dippolito are joined by Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall to discuss her book “A Longing to Belong: Reflections on Faith, Identity, and Race”. During this episode, Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall reflects on her journey as an Asian-American Christian and how that has shaped her biblical scholarshi…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick, Sareen Musselman, and Kelly Dippolito are joined by Rev. Dr. Jessica LaGrone to discuss her book "Out of Chaos: How God Makes New Things from the Broken Pieces of Life". They delve into how Dr. LaGrone uses the concepts of chaos and order in her book, drawing from terms in the Genesis creation …
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In this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Carol M. Kaminski to examine the story of Abraham as they provide important background about Abraham's upbringing in the idolatrous city of Ur to show he came from a pagan context. The conversation challenges common oversimplifications of Abraham as a "good man" and instead pres…
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Celibacy, Marriage & Leadership: Revisiting Qualifications In Light Of First-Century Practices | With Marg Mowczko
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Marg Mowczko to discuss the topic of celibacy in the early church. They talk about how celibacy was viewed more positively in the ancient world than today and explore references to celibacy in pastoral epistles like 1 Timothy. They also help listeners understand the cultural context…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Lyn Kidson to discuss 1 Timothy and the arguments made in Dr. Lyn Kidson's dissertation "Persuading Shipwrecked Men." Dr. Kidson explains the false teachings in the church at Ephesus at the time this epistle was written and how Paul addresses these issues in 1 Timothy, particula…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick and Sareen Musselman talk with Taylor Yoder and Sam Cho about the martyrdom of Perpetua and Felicitas, two Christian Saints who were martyred in the Roman Empire in 203 AD. The conversation covers the historical context of their lives and deaths as well as discusses the theological themes around…
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Understanding Old Testament Promises Through The Tribe Of Judah | With Dr. Carol M. Kaminski
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick is joined by Dr. Carol M. Kaminski to discuss the importance of the tribe of Judah in understanding the Old Testament prophecies about the coming Messiah. She traces the promises about the Davidic line back to Genesis and explains how figures like David, Solomon, and the prophets point ahead to …
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick and Kelly Dippolito talk with Shannon Harris, author of The Woman They Wanted: Shattering the Illusion of the Good Christian Wife. Shannon shares her personal journey of living within the confines of societal expectations as a pastor’s wife, emphasizing the emphasis on performance and the strugg…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick talks with Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing, theologian, and author of “Mary’s Voice: Advent Reflections to Contemplate the Coming of Christ.” She discusses the inspiration behind her book, which stems from her work in supporting survivors of abuse and her realization of the significance of Mary’s voice in the…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Lynn Cohick and Kelly Dippolito talk with Melissa Pillman, a Pastor, and Elder at Missio Dei Wrigleyville in Chicago. They discuss Melissa’s experiences as a female pastor, her journey toward embracing her role, and the importance of being recognized as a pastor within her church. The conversation also delv…
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On this episode of The Alabaster Jar, Dr. Scot McKnight joins Dr. Lynn Cohick, Kelly Dippolito, and Sareen Musselman to discuss women and ministry, toxic church culture, and strategies for transforming toxic patterns into healthy cultures in churches. The conversation focuses on defining tov (Hebrew word for “goodness”) as rooted in ordinary life a…
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In this special podcast episode, we brought together three professors from Northern Seminary to talk about the recent Gospel Coalition article by Josh Butler. Dr. Beth Felker Jones has written a book called Faithful: A Theology of Sex and as a systematic theologian, she is able to help us understand human sexuality from a theological perspective. B…
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Sue Diaz, a research librarian and Northern Seminary student, joins us to discuss her research into the life, death and legacy of Saint Cecilia. She shares her recent experience visiting Italy and contributing to the development of a visual museum of ancient artistic depictions of women in partnership with the Center for Women in Leadership. A rese…
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A sad and strange tale about a huntsman who tries to save two children from a coven of witches. On a hunt to kill the most dangerous coven in the mountains, a huntsman comes across two children running from the very witches he seeks. Choosing to be their protector, he must now find a way to escort them back home without falling victim to The Sister…
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Dr. Beth Felker Jones returns to the Alabaster Jar to discuss the legacy of Saint Julian of Norwich and her impact on developing our theology for today. We discuss practices for engaging scripture in our individual contexts in anticipation of the second edition release of her book Practicing Christian Doctrine. Find Beth online at her newsletter, c…
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Old Testament scholar and professor, Dr. Libby Backfish, joins Lynn and Sareen for a conversation about the Psalms and engaging the ancient languages. We explore how the Psalms invite us to worship God and experience the beauty of God's creation. Join us for a robust discussion on textual criticism, the significance of the Septuagint, the fulfillme…
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Dr. Miriam O'Regan returns to the podcast to discuss her research into the influence of St Brigid in the history of the church in Ireland. She describes examples of St. Brigid's compassion, hospitality and commitment to sharing her faith that serve to inspire our own faith today. We discuss St. Brigid as pioneering monastery founder and an example …
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The Bible is full of the stories of the often messy and complex people who encounter God and experience grace. Dr. Carol Kaminski joins Dr. Lynn Cohick for a discussion on reading the Old Testament scriptures as part of the larger narrative of God and his people. A seminary professor and author of numerous Bible studies, Carol shares her passion to…
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Even though ministry is riddled with challenges and filled with difficulty, Mark and Tara Beth share their stories of finding hope in ministry. The Pastor's Table helps you embrace your ministry as a gift!In the 1st episode, Mark and Tara Beth talk about their journeys in ministry and why pastors need to gather and discuss the importance of theolog…
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The Old Testament teachings come alive in our conversation with Sandy Richter through her understanding of the ancient social and theological worlds. Decades of teaching experience bring her knowledge and scholarship to bear in the life of the church. Sandy invites us to connect the themes of the Old and New Testaments and rediscover the story of G…
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