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Short, incisive conversations with authors and commentators on how to achieve unity in a pluralist, polarized world.

New City Press


    • Jan 18, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 25 EPISODES


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    Baptists, Catholics and the Whole Church: A Conversation with Steven Harmon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 62:19


    Today's episode is co-sponsored with our friends at Glenmary Unity to celebrate the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity and to highlight Dr. Steven Harmon's newest book on Christian unity, "Baptists, Catholics and the Whole Church".Steve is a professor of historical theology at Gardner-Webb University and serves on the Baptist World Alliance's dialogue with the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity. Steve's newest book, published through New City Press, focuses on his own experience and hopes for ecumenism and provides a compelling vision of the body of Christ as we pilgrim together in the ministry of ecumenism.

    Hope for Judas | A Spiritual Conversation with Fr. James Martin and Fr. Christoph Wrembek

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 60:23


    A special Holy Week edition with Fr. James Martin and Fr. Christoph Wrembek discussing the character of Judas and the boundless mercy of God.

    Reading Augustine in a Time of Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 44:31


    An outstanding panel of Protestant and Catholic thinkers discuss the relevance of Saint Augustine for the moment of crisis we are living through. The speakers are James K.A. Smith, Joseph Kelley, Gregory Lee and James Wetzel.

    Journeying in Paradise, a conversation with Don Mitchell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 32:31


    Don Mitchell, the editor of "Paradise, Reflections on Chiara Lubich’s Mystical Journey", shares his insights on that experience and places it into its context highlighting its newness and its relevance for our world.

    The Church's Best-Kept Secret | with Mark P. Shea

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 33:57


    Award-winning writer Mark Shea concisely describes the roots of Catholic Social Teaching in Scripture and Tradition and gives simple, practical examples of how it works in ordinary life. Sketching the meaning of the Dignity of the Human Person, the Common Good, Subsidiarity, and Solidarity, Shea bridges the gulf in our politics and cultural warfare to make the case that Catholic Social Teaching, properly understood, is common sense, as well as the path to living a happier and more just common life for each human person.

    Jimmy Walters: His Vocation and Yours

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 24:43


    Dr. James Walters, the author of "Dreams Come True", joins us for a lively discussion about living the vocations God has for each of us.

    Unity is the Gift of Love | with Ryan Nunez

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 26:29


    Learn how Ryan Nunez, a Protestant Pastor in Arizona, developed a vision for unity rooted in the way of love--and how an encounter with Pope Francis led him to share this vision with others.

    Dreams Come True with James Walters | ToGetThere Podcast Crossover Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 39:49


    Crossover episode in collaboration with ToGetThere Podcast. Chris and Noe (hosts of ToGetThere) interviewed James Walters about his book "Dreams Come True: Discover God's Vision for Your Life." Drawing on two decades of work with young adults, James provides an accessible guide for vocational discernment. You can listen to ToGetThere Podcast on the major podcast platforms and on tgtmediagroup.comTo know more about the book Dreams Come True: https://www.newcitypress.com/dreams-come-true.html

    George Floyd and Many More... How Do We Rebuild the Human Family? #DareToCare Special Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 64:55


    How are we to see the interplay between racial bias and systemic discrimination? What can we do to overcome obstacles to rebuild the social fabric of our country? What role can our faith communities play in this process?Hosts: Chiara Luce Catipon (Living City Magazine), Greg Metzger (New City Press)Panelists: David Shaheed (judge), Alba Doto (lawyer), Nate Tinner-Williams (theology graduate and blogger) This webinar was co-sponsored by the Institute on Religion, Law and Lawyer's Work at Fordham University.

    What Does the Bible Say About Life and Death? | with John Gillman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 26:32


    A meditative, compelling conversation with professor John Gillman looking at basic human questions in the light of Scripture: How do we live a good life? Is death a friend or a foe? What is a Christian response to contemporary issues around life and death?

    Olivier Clement and the Heart of Christian Unity | with Fr. Kenneth Tanner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 34:43


    A deep dive into the writings of the late Orthodox theologian Olivier Clement, who in his book "Transfiguring Time" unpacked the riches of the Christian Tradition.

    A Consistent Life Ethic: What it Is and Why it Matters (4/4) | Crossover Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 61:16


    This is the forth of 4 crossover episodes in collaboration with "Thinking Faith" Podcast. Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Bret Salkeld interview Dr. Charles Camosy for an extended discussion of the issues raised in his recent book "Resisting throwaway Culture."You can find more information about "Thinking Faith" at thinkingfaith.libsyn.com

    A Consistent Life Ethic: What it Is and Why it Matters (3/4) | Crossover Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 43:48


    This is the third of 4 crossover episodes in collaboration with "Thinking Faith" Podcast. Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Bret Salkeld interview Dr. Charles Camosy for an extended discussion of the issues raised in his recent book "Resisting throwaway Culture."You can find more information about "Thinking Faith" at thinkingfaith.libsyn.com

    A Consistent Life Ethic: What it Is and Why it Matters (2/4) | Crossover Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2020 41:51


    This is the second of 4 crossover episodes in collaboration with "Thinking Faith" Podcast. Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Bret Salkeld interview Dr. Charles Camosy for an extended discussion of the issues raised in his recent book "Resisting throwaway Culture."You can find more information about "Thinking Faith" at thinkingfaith.libsyn.com

    A Consistent Life Ethic: What it Is and Why it Matters (1/4) | Crossover Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 33:08


    This is the first of 4 crossover episodes in collaboration with "Thinking Faith" Podcast. Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Bret Salkeld interview Dr. Charles Camosy for an extended discussion of the issues raised in his recent book "Resisting throwaway Culture."You can find more information about "Thinking Faith" at thinkingfaith.libsyn.com

    Jews and Christians: a Dialogue of Life | With Francisco Canzani and Silvina Chemen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 34:40


    Rabbi Silvina Chemen and Francisco Canzani explain how the dialogue between Jews and Christians can become a model for any other form of dialogue in our society. In their research, they have studied the practical tools that make possible a positive encounter between people coming from different backgrounds.

    Family Unity in Times of Crisis | with Claire Frazier-Yzaguirre

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 25:17


    We all long to be united as families and marriages, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to do. In this episode we will talk about practical steps to take on the path to family unity.

    On the Road with St. Augustine | with K. A. James Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 25:02


    Does an ancient saint have anything to say to our divided Church? James K. A. Smith, noted Protestant theologian and the award-winning author of "On the Road With Saint Augustine", joins us to explore how reading the works of St. Augustine can inspire us towards deeper unity.

    The power of relational reconciliation | with Joseph Tosini

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 23:09


    Joseph Tosini shares how his spiritual journey led him to be a passionate advocate for Christian unity and to create an ecumenical movement that has a special connection with Pope Francis.

    Resisting Throwaway Culture | with Charles Camosy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2019 29:11


    If you too are growing tired of toxic political debates, it's time for a breath of fresh air. Professor Charles Camosy explains about Consistent Life Ethics and how it can help to unify our polarized culture.

    Religious extremism and spiritual friendship | with David Carlson and Imam Michael Saahir

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2019 29:19


    Can a Muslim and a Christian be truly friends? We want you to meet you two people that have a lot to teach us about spiritual friendship.

    Awakening to our children's future | with Lorna Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2019 17:17


    Why is Lorna going on strike every Friday in front of the Irish Parliament? Join a mother discovering the reality of climate change and how she can protect her children and their world.

    The eternal moment of the now | with Ilia Delio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 16:30


    How does our concept of time effect our life and personal relationships? Scientist and theologian Ilia Delio talks about western civilization, religion and quantic physics in order to show us a way to live more fully our ordinary life. This conversation is based on the book "Transfiguring Time" by Olivier Clément.

    Charles de Foucauld, a universal brother | with Little Sister Kathleen of Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 8:39


    How can we live a contemplative life in the midst of our ordinary busy world? An inspiring, enlightening interview by Claude Blanc with Sister Kathleen about her new book on Charles de Foucauld.

    The Church: What is it? Who is it? | with John H. Armstrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2019 5:53


    Can an evangelical minister and a catholic laywoman agree on the meaning of the Church? John H. Armstrong shares his thoughts about "The Church", a book by Chiara Lubich.

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