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Communities flourish when we live out our faith in Jesus. But...that’s a lot easier said than done. InterVarsity staff, Caroline Lancaster and Andy Kim, unpack (and sometimes wrestle with) the values and practices that help grow flourishing communities on campus. Through honest conversations, and some serious reflection on their own friendship and the communities they share, Caroline and Andy will make you reflect on the beauty and struggles of forming real community.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship


    • Jul 23, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 33:47


    In this last episode of season one, our loveable hosts Andy and Caroline give shape to biblical justice and tease out what it means for campuses to commit to pursuing justice for the long haul. Their personal stories and encouragement will challenge you to take one small step of living out justice in your life (and maybe also make you want to have deeper conversations with your friends about these topics!).  Show NotesMoanike'ala Nanod-Sitch's Talk - Justice. Moani is an Area Director for InterVarsity in Hawaii. Good News About Injustice by Gary A. HaugenFaith-Rooted Organizing by  Rev. Alexia Salvatierra and Peter Heltzel“...From White Supremacy: Spiritual Bypassing w/ Andre Henry” - episode from Reclaiming My Theology(*NOTE - NEED TO ADD JBS WHEN ITS ON LIBRARY)Follow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Costly Compassion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 37:45


    This episode is full of honest stories and rich reflections on the parable of the Good Samaritan. Caroline and Andy talk about the bystander effect and how we can overcome barriers to showing compassion through action. Show NotesRay Aldred's Talk - Costly Compassion. Ray Aldred is the Director of the Indigenous Studies Program at Vancouver School of Theology. Raise Your Voice by Kathy KhangHollaback! Bystander Intervention Training“Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence” - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Follow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Reconciliation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 34:05


    Will this be the episode where Andy and Caroline's friendship finally blows up? Their conversation covers everything from tv shows (no surprise) to Scripture as they fill in a picture of how reconciliation can lead to flourishing. We also hear a glimpse of Caroline's story as she retells the fear she had of being disowned by her parents. Show NotesSandra Van Opstal's Talk - ReconciliationChasing Justice instagramRoadmap to Reconciliation 2.0 by Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter-McNeilFollow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Mutuality

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 38:43


    Will this be the episode where Andy and Caroline's friendship finally blows up? Their conversation covers everything from tv shows (no surprise) to Scripture as they fill in a picture of how reconciliation can lead to flourishing. We also hear a glimpse of Caroline's story as she retells the fear she had of being disowned by her parents. Show NotesSandra Van Opstal's Talk - ReconciliationChasing Justice instagramRoadmap to Reconciliation 2.0 by Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter-McNeilFollow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Radical Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 35:42


    Andy Kim and Caroline Lancaster share memories and experiences of feeling excluded as they process the hospitality they have experienced through Jesus. Access to God's community isn't based on status, but all are seen, honored, and welcomed in. Show NotesCaroline Lancaster's Talk - Radical InclusionExclusion and Embrace by Miroslav VolfFollow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Selfless Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 24:42


    In this episode, Caroline Lancaster and Andy Kim talk about the ways technology and culture shape a shallow understanding of love and how the other-focused love of Jesus is revolutionary. Let's all pray that “one-trick-love-pony” doesn't actually become a thing.Show NotesSteve Tamayo's Talk - Selfless LoveInstagram: @yostevetamayoTwitter: @yostevetamayoFollow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie) & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Embodied Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 28:26


    InterVarsity staff Andy Kim and Caroline Lancaster talk about the foundation of a flourishing community: embodied faith. But, living out faith in Jesus through loving our neighbor and pursuing justice is so easily disregarded, especially in Christian spaces that prioritize a disembodied faith. Show NotesJazzy Johnson's Talk - Embodied Faith@jazzy_symoneFollow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunities CreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

    Flourishing Communities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 30:00


    Meet your quirky and loveable hosts, Caroline Lancaster and Andy Kim. In this episode, they consider what influences their picture of real community (aka all the tv shows) and why it's so hard to have that IRL. Show NotesFlourishing Communities Small Group SeriesFlourishing Communities Large Group SeriesFollow us at: @iv.flourishingcommunitiesCreditsHosts: Caroline Lancaster (@carolinesusie)  & Andy Kim (@andrewsunkim)Producers: Kyle Lee, Caroline Lancaster, & Alex WatersDesign: Gary NaumanBrought to you by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

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