Adventist Peace Radio

This episode, #119, is the third and final keynote presentation recorded during the JustLove Summit hosted at La Sierra University this past summer. Here Nathan Brown speaks to the values and priorities of the Seventh-day Adventist church. Nathan Brown is book editor at Signs Publishing Company, the Adventist publishing house based just out of Melbourne Australia. […]

This is the second of three presentations recorded during the JustLove Summit hosted at La Sierra University. In this episode, Garrison Hayes gives a keynote presentation on the second day of the event, exploring what is needed to repair past social wrongs. Garrison Hayes is a social media influencer dedicated to racial justice and equity. […]

This episode is the first of three presentations recorded during the recent JustLove Summit hosted at La Sierra University. Here Marlene Ferreras gives the opening keynote presentation for the event, reflecting on the biblical imperative to respond to social justice issues with love. Marlene Ferreras is Assistant Professor of Practical Theology at the HMS Richards Divinity […]

John Webster joins Maury Jackson and Nathan Brown to discuss John's conclusion to the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. Drawing on his experience in South Africa at the end of Apartheid, John speaks to the two dimensions of “confession.” The work of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission […]

Dilys Brooks, Chris Blake, and Nathan Brown discuss the JustLove Collective and the upcoming JustLove Summit. SHOW NOTES JustLove Collective, www.justlovecollective.org The JustLove Summit, https://www.justlovecollective.org/summit Pulse, the digital magazine from JustLove Collective, https://www.justlovecollective.org/magazine Follow JustLove Collective on social media: Previous APR podcast episodes with Chris Blake: CONCLUSION Thank you for joining us for this episode […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown celebrate Moe’s graduation, and they also look ahead to the upcoming JustLove Summit. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections on […]

Marlene Ferreras joins Maury Jackson and Nathan Brown to discuss Marlene's chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. The trio focuses on practical and pastoral theology and its application to confronting racism. Marlene Ferreras is Assistant Professor of Practical Theology at the HMS Richards Divinity School […]

Andy Lampkin discusses the American racial caste system as well as the teachings of Adventism that should speak to and counter these themes. Andy Lampkin is Professor of Religion at AdventHealth University, where he teaches bioethics and social ethics. He holds a Divinity and Doctor of Philosophy degree from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Lampkin loves his […]

Pastor Marcos Torres discusses healing from religious trauma. Originally from New Jersey, Marcos Torres now resides in Australia with his partner Candice and their two sons. Together as a coach and therapist team, Marcos and Candice specialize in guiding individuals through the process of healing and recovery from religious trauma and spiritual abuse. We invite […]

Pastor Daniel Xisto rejoins the podcast to open our minds to the resurrection power of compassion. Daniel Xisto is an ordained minister serving as the Pastor for Community Engagement at the Takoma Park Seventh-day Adventist Church, in Takoma Park Maryland. Pastor Xisto is unwaveringly driven by the belief in the transformative power that comes through […]

Rebecca Barceló addresses conflict, considering topics such as restorative justice, revenge, intimacy, culture, communication, and more. Rebecca Barceló is an instructor and also the communications and operations manager for The Conflict Center in Denver, Colorado. Her interest in communication and the theology of conflict come from studying communications at La Sierra University and her ongoing […]

Mark Carr discusses the power of stories, both biblical stories and the stories we tell about ourselves and others, drawing on his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. Maury Jackson and Nathan Brown edited the book and lead this conversation. Mark Carr is the Senior […]

Greg Hoenes discusses ethical connections or implications of racism and environmentalism. The conversation is based on his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism, which was edited by Nathan Brown and Maury Jackson. Both Nathan Brown and Maury Jackson join Greg in the discussion. Greg Hoenes is a […]

Kathleen Campell shares about her work and education in the area of human rights. Kathleen Campell has worked for a company that campaigns and fundraises for Amnesty International and volunteered for a number of NGOs including Love Justice International and New Light International. She did graduate studies in human rights at the University of York […]

Janice De-Whyte reflects on God's priorities by looking at the failure of the religious community in Bethel. The conversation is based on her chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism, which was edited by Nathan Brown and Maury Jackson. Nathan Brown and Lisa Clark Diller join Janice to […]

Dr. Michael Campbell looks at Adventist history and racism, drawing on his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. Nathan Brown, who co-edited the book with Dr. Maury Jackson, leads the conversation. Michael Campbell, PhD, is director of the North American Division’s department of Archives, Statistics, and […]

Chaplain Angela Li discusses myths and racism, drawing on her chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. Nathan Brown, who co-edited the book with Dr. Maury Jackson, joins Lisa Diller in leading the conversation. Angela H. Li is Assistant Director of Adventist Chaplaincy Ministries Pacific Region […]

Dr. Kayle de Waal discusses his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism, bringing grace face-to-face with racism. Kayle de Waal is a New Testament scholar who is currently the Director of Disciple-making and Prayer Ministry for the Trans-European Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, based in St. Albans, England. […]

In episode #101, Dr. Maury Jackson discusses his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. Maury actually co-edited the book, and he is interviewed by his co-editor, Nathan Brown and also Dr. Lisa Clark Diller. Maury D. Jackson is Chair of the Pastoral Studies Department and Associate […]

Nathan Brown interviews Yi Shen Ma about his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism, “The Beast and the Matrix of Power.” This is the fifth installment in the “House on Fire” series, which is being distributed by two podcasts—Adventist Peace Radio and Adventist Voices. Yi Shen Ma […]

Claudia Allen and Nathan Brown interview Matthew Korpman about his chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. This is the fourth installment in the “House on Fire” series, which is being distributed by two podcasts—Adventist Peace Radio and Adventist Voices. Matthew Korpman is Adjunct Professor of Biblical Studies […]

Claudia Allen, Maury Jackson, and Nathan Brown discuss Claudia’s chapter in the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. This is the third installment in the House on Fire series, which is being distributed by two podcasts—Adventist Peace Radio and Adventist Voices. Claudia M. Allen is an internationally acclaimed speaker and […]

Matthew Burdette, Maury Jackson, and Nathan Brown discuss the book, A House on Fire: How Adventist Faith Responds to Race and Racism. This is the second installment in the House on Fire series, which is being distributed on two podcasts—Adventist Peace Radio and Adventist Voices. Matthew E. Burdette is a theologian and an editor at Convergent […]

Maury Jackson, Nathan Brown and Lisa Clark Diller launch a new series about Adventists and racism based on the new book A House on Fire. Maury D. Jackson is Chair of the Pastoral Studies Department and Associate Professor of Practical Theology for the HMS Richards Divinity School at La Sierra University. He is an ordained […]

Karah Thompson discusses local community building and peacemaking, centering on food and books. Karah Thompson has been the co-director (along with Dr. Lisa Clark Diller) of Adventist Peace Fellowship since 2019, but has served on the board for the last 5 years. Although she trained as a nurse at Southern Adventist University, where she met […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss advocacy, incarceration, motivation, ADRA, faith in the humanitarian sector, and colonization. Joining the conversation is the head of ADRA Australia, Denison Grellman, PhD. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss racism, sports, indigenous rights, nonviolence, Christian activism, prayer, and Article 24 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss the UN and other organizations active in the area of human rights, indigenous rights, colonization, faith-based activism, nonviolence, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Article 22 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss faith-based advocacy, famine, climate change, and article 21 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss indigenous rights, advocacy, Gandhi, Ron Sider, nonviolence, and Article 20 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss growth and change, refugees, neighbors, race, respect, education, evangelism, and freedom of speech. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections […]

Claudia Allen discusses discernment, specifically how she decided to move from academia into public service, while still drawing on the same values and passion that had been fueling her academic journey. Claudia M. Allen is an internationally acclaimed speaker and human rights advocate, who is passionate about creating equitable environments through communication, public policy and […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss Micah Australia, poverty, faith-based advocacy, and Article 17 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. And they include portions of an interview they did with a leader of Micah Australia. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss electoral politics, refugee rights, the asylum process, charity versus justice, and Article 16 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out […]

Moe and Nathan discuss Midnight Oil, Twitter, longevity, refugees, and yes, preaching to the choir. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections on aspects of the […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss biblical teachings, Walter Veith, Matthew Korpman, Afghanistan, Paulo Freire, refugees, and the process of seeking asylum. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss Martin Luther King Jr, the 2021 Adventist Peace Fellowship Summit, refugees, ADRA, the war in Ukraine, and Article 13 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series […]

Stephen Erich discusses the death penalty and his advocacy against it. Stephen Erich was raised in Northern California but later found himself in the midwest studying on the campus Andrews University where he majored in Business. He went on to receive an MBA from Andrews, and then found himself moving to Connecticut, where he studied […]

Ron Osborn, former APF director, discusses John Henry Weidner’s heroic humanitarian actions during WWII. Ronald E. Osborn is a co-founder of the Adventist Peace Fellowship, and he served as the second executive director. Ron is now an associate professor of Ethics and Philosophy at La Sierra University, executive director of The John Henry Weidner Foundation […]

Adventist Peace Fellowship leaders share their plans and dreams for the upcoming year. This episode features: Co-Directors: Karah Thompson & Lisa Clark Diller Treasurer: Joelle Kenyana Peace Church Network Coordinator: Danielle Xisto University Chapter Coordinator: Marci Corea Podcast Producer: Jeff Boyd SHOW NOTES APF YouTube Channel CONCLUSION Thank you for joining us for this episode […]

Marci Corea hosts a conversation with Cailyn Raper about climate change, focusing on COP26. Cailyn Raper is a senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill pursuing degrees in environmental studies and political science. She has a passion for climate justice and environmental sustainability as an extension of her Christian faith. She loves […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown interview Joanna Darby, covering topics such as the arts, art management, art and change, human flourishing, God's character, and faith. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss Sabbath, liberation theology, and advocacy. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections on aspects of the material they are learning […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss human rights from the perspectives of Christianity and Judaism. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections on aspects of the […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss Christianity and human rights, Afghanistan, advocacy, systemic injustice, and Ellen White. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections on aspects […]

Moe Stiles & Nathan Brown discuss religion and human rights, individualism, anthropology, values versus rights, means versus ends, and human flourishing. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, […]

Within the context of their graduate studies in human rights, Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss language, cultural relativism, Afghanistan, justice fatigue and prayer. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown interview Bettina Kraise about religious freedom and human rights. Bettina Krause is the recently appointed editor of Liberty magazine, based at the North American Division. A lawyer by training, she has previously served at the General Conference in the departments of Public Affairs and Religious Liberty, and Communications. She spoke […]

Marci Corea interviews Jeremy Grabiner about voting rights, racism, and political involvement. Jeremy Grabiner is the host of the Why This Matters podcast. He most recently was the deputy campaign manager for the Monty Bruell for Chattanooga Mayor campaign. He has worked on multiple campaigns and he was the head of accounts and inventory for […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown reflect on their first semester of grad school studying human rights. They contemplate issues of indigenous rights, immigration, and environmental conservation. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out […]

Moe Stiles and Nathan Brown discuss graduate studies in human rights, here focusing on indigenous recognition and environmental justice. In March, 2021, Nathan and Moe commenced graduate studies in a Master of Human Rights program at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia. This podcast series is their thinking out loud about their educational experiences, their reflections […]