Podcasts about Bearing Witness

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With an October 27 poll looming for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, security officials warn the Occupied West Bank is a tinderbox, with Palestinian Christian communities among those under sustained attack from armed settlers. We speak with a Christian Palestinian from Bethlehem with family in Gaza.GUEST:Dr Yousef Al-Khoury is the Academic Dean of Bethlehem Bible College in the West Bank. He's currently on a speaking tour Bearing Witness in Australia organised by the group Palestinian Christians in Australia.

Young voters have a voice in India right now.India's Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Melbourne to receive a rock star welcome at a mass rally at docklands stadium. But not all Australian Hindus are fans - some see him as a divisive figure with potential impact on social harmony. What do they make of the current pulses of anti-immigration rhetoric emerging from figures like Hanson and her party?Meanwhile in India, the Cockroach Janta party or CJP might have started out as an online joke, bit its grown into a mass protests movement, driven by the discontent of millions of younger voters. What of it's future?With an October 27 poll looming for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — security officials warn the Occupied West Bank is a tinderbox, with Palestinian Christian communities among those under sustained attack from armed settlers. We speak with a Christian Palestinian from Bethlehem with family in Gaza.GUESTS:ABC journalist and former ABC South Asia correspondent Meghna Bali - Her new ABC Compass documentary is here.Professor Assa Doron, from the Australian National University's College of Asia and the Pacific.Dr Yousef Al-Khoury is the Academic Dean of Bethlehem Bible College in the West Bank. He's currently on a speaking tour Bearing Witness in Australia organised by the group Palestinian Christians in Australia.

In the final journey in our Gospel of John series, we're focusing on on Jesus transforming the lives of three men. In this episode, Pastor Andrew Mayne teaches about John's transformation. A dramatic monologue from the perspective of the Apostle John precedes this sermon and is included in this recording.

What does it mean to bear witness for animals? In this episode, I'm joined by Anita Krajnc and Andrew Garner from The Save Movement and the Plant Based Treaty for a powerful conversation about animal advocacy, compassion, and creating change. We discuss the origins of Toronto Pig Save and Manchester Pig Save, the purpose of bearing witness at vigils outside slaughterhouses, and why exposing the hidden reality of industrial animal agriculture is so important. Anita shares the story behind the landmark "water trial," and we explore the goals of the Plant Based Treaty, the role of local governments in creating more sustainable food systems, and why the animal movement needs people with all kinds of skills and backgrounds to get involved. Whether you're a long-time activist or simply wondering how you can make a difference, this episode offers thoughtful insights into the many ways we can advocate for animals with compassion and purpose. In this episode, we discuss: • The origins of Toronto Pig Save and Manchester Pig Save • What it means to bear witness outside slaughterhouses • Why the reality of slaughterhouses is hidden from public view • Anita's "water trial" and what it meant for the movement • The Plant Based Treaty and its global campaign • Different ways to advocate for animals, regardless of your background or experience • Why the movement needs more people taking action About Anita Krajnc Anita Krajnc is Executive Director of The Save Movement, a worldwide network of Save groups bearing witness to farmed animals and global campaign coordinator for the Plant Based Treaty. She received her Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Toronto and is a dedicated follower of Leo Tolstoy, Satyagraha movement of Mahatma Gandhi and the US United Farm Workers. Anita has also been an assistant professor at Queen's University (Ontario) and has published extensively on social movements and environmental politics and is co-author of The Secret Life of Pigs: Stories of Compassion and the Animal Save Movement (2024). About Andrew Garner Andrew Garner is a British animal rights activist and environmental campaigner. He became vegan in 2012 and went on to co-found Manchester Pig Save, the first Animal Save Movement chapter in the UK and Europe. Andrew is the UK Country Liaison for the Animal Save Movement and a Global City Campaigner for the Plant Based Treaty. He works with local governments, volunteers, and campaigners to advance plant-based food policies and climate action, supporting local governments in developing practical initiatives that promote more sustainable, healthier food systems.   Learn more about Anita and Andrew and the Animal Save Movement at thesavemovement.org and on Instagram at @thesavemovement, @torontopigsave, @manchesterpigsave, as well as the Plant Based Treaty at plantbasedtreaty.org and on Instagram at @plantbasedtreaty. Interested in learning more about plant-based nutrition? Registration is now open for my 15-hour Plant-Based Nutrition course through Pacific Rim College!

Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of abuse, violence, and forensic nursing. Please prioritize your well-being before listening. With 50 years in nursing and decades at the forefront of forensic care, Liz Louden — president of the Canadian Forensic Nurses Association — pulls back the curtain on a field most people don't know exists. We explore what forensic nursing really is, why survivors of violence are so often failed by the healthcare system, and what it takes to close that gap. From sexual assault to human trafficking to death investigation, Liz makes the case for why every emergency department in Canada needs a forensic nurse examiner. A powerful conversation for anyone in healthcare — or anyone who cares about how we treat people in their most vulnerable moments.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Asmaa Dwimah is a Palestinian writer, poet, artist and dentist from Gaza. She is currently pursuing her Masters Degree in Public Health in London. In this PalCast she shares her experience of life in two worlds, her writings and exploring loss, resilience, identity and bearing witness. MEP Lynn Boylan podcast:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-163437304 The EU Presidency Podcast with Rory Hearne:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-163350431

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Asmaa Dwimah is a Palestinian writer, poet, artist and dentist from Gaza. She is currently pursuing her Masters Degree in Public Health in London. In this PalCast she shares her experience of life in two worlds, her writings and exploring loss, resilience, identity and bearing witness. MEP Lynn Boylan podcast:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-163437304 The EU Presidency Podcast with Rory Hearne:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-163350431

In this special episode, Howie and Harlan revisit their conversation with trauma surgeon Selwyn Rogers, whose book Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic: Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon's Vision for Restoring Hope was published on July 7. Show notes: Selwyn Rogers: Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic: Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon's Vision for Restoring Hope Albert Ko "Selwyn Rogers named associate editor of prestigious New England Journal of Medicine" Selwyn Rogers: "Hope—Beyond Firearm Trauma" Selwyn Rogers: "Structural Racism and Firearm Injury: Operationalizing Health Equity in Trauma Care" Brain Death: What it is, Stages & Criteria New York Times Live Updates: Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case Annual Gun Violence Data 2023 In the Yale School of Management's MBA for Executives program, you'll get a full MBA education in 22 months while applying new skills to your organization in real time. Yale's Executive Master of Public Health offers a rigorous public health education for working professionals, with the flexibility of evening online classes alongside three on-campus trainings. Email Howie and Harlan comments or questions.

In this special episode, Howie and Harlan revisit their conversation with trauma surgeon Selwyn Rogers, whose book Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic: Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon's Vision for Restoring Hope was published on July 7. Show notes: Selwyn Rogers: Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic: Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon's Vision for Restoring Hope Albert Ko "Selwyn Rogers named associate editor of prestigious New England Journal of Medicine" Selwyn Rogers: "Hope—Beyond Firearm Trauma" Selwyn Rogers: "Structural Racism and Firearm Injury: Operationalizing Health Equity in Trauma Care" Brain Death: What it is, Stages & Criteria New York Times Live Updates: Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case Annual Gun Violence Data 2023 In the Yale School of Management's MBA for Executives program, you'll get a full MBA education in 22 months while applying new skills to your organization in real time. Yale's Executive Master of Public Health offers a rigorous public health education for working professionals, with the flexibility of evening online classes alongside three on-campus trainings. Email Howie and Harlan comments or questions.

Matthew 5:11-16

Join Father Eamonn McCarthy and Mary Hooton as they dive into Matthew Chapter 10, where Jesus tells his followers not to be afraid, even when the stakes are highest. This episode reveals why the world needs visible Christians who wear their faith openly, share stories of survival through darkness like Sister Kate McCarthy's time in […] L'articolo Gospel Tidings – Do Not Be Afraid: Bearing Witness When Faith Gets Hard – Mary Hooton and Fr Eamonn proviene da Radio Maria.

How kind God is! He never leaves us alone in our sufferings, whether that is interior or inflicted upon us from outside because we remain faithful to the Faith and to Truth. The story of the martyrs demonstrates this clearly. If you would like to contact me to provide feedback, suggestions  or to ask questions you can do this via email:frpchandler@armidale.catholic.org.auAlso if you would like to support me in this work, please send me an email and I will provide details for how you can make a donation. Music by TheNonVisibles from Pixabay

The 10 Commandments E12 — The common summary of the 9th Commandment is “Do not lie,” a generic prohibition against all kinds of fibs. But the commandment actually reads “Do not bear false witness,” drawing attention to a very specific kind of lying in a communal, legal setting. Many of the other commandments are more general. So why does the 9th Commandment zoom in on truth telling in public, legal settings? In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the 9th Commandment, discovering its underlying value of upholding truth and justice in defense of the most vulnerable in society. FULL SHOW NOTES For chapter-by-chapter summaries, biblical words, referenced Scriptures, and reflection questions, check out the full show notes for this episode. CHAPTERS Meanings of “Bearing Witness” and “False” (0:00-23:51) Case Studies in the 42 Commands (23:51-38:07) The Value Beneath the Command (38:07-49:02) OFFICIAL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT View this episode's official transcript. THE 10 COMMANDMENTS BIBLEPROJECT TRANSLATION View our full translation of the 10 Commandments. REFERENCED RESOURCES Find the related animated video for this episode here. Check out Tim's extensive collection of recommended books. SHOW MUSIC “Church Pews feat. Oly.Lo & wisdm” by Lofi Sunday “Yo” by Lofi Sunday, Just Derrick BibleProject theme song by TENTS SHOW CREDITS Production of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week Pastor John Starke preaches from John 5:30-47, continuing our sermon series "The Controversial Jesus".

Barbara Kopple is an award-winning director and producer and here at BIFF she will be in conversation with Mary Mott after the Special 50th Anniversary screening of the Academy Award Winning Documentary ‘Harlan County USA' at 2:15 p.m. today.Barbara Kopple is director of ‘Harlan County USA,' and other world-class docs: ‘American Dream,' ‘Bearing Witness,' ‘Wild Man Blues,' ‘A Conversation with Gregory Peck,' ‘My Generation,' ‘Running from Crazy,' ‘Miss Sharon Jones,' ‘Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing,' and ‘Desert One.'

The 2022 Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health Organization decision had consequences for access to abortion in the US, resulting in near-total abortion bans in effect in more than a dozen states. Diana Foster, PhD, of the University of California, San Francisco, joins JAMA Health Forum Editor in Chief Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, to discuss the impact of the Dobbs decision and role of science in documenting reproductive health in the coming years. Related Content: Science Bearing Witness in the Post-Dobbs Era

Stand-alone sermon from Acts 3:1-10.

Paramedic students don't just practice clinical skills during their clinical rotations—they are often present for emotionally intense, high-stakes moments in patient care. This journal club explores a qualitative study examining how students experience and make sense of these events, their emotional responses, and the ways they cope. Join us to reflect on what this means for EMS education and student support. Article: Student post-traumatic stress after clinical placement

The testimony of the Father, John the Baptist, and Jesus's own works bear witness that Jesus truly is the Son of God. 

Welcome back to This Person I Met! My name is Kayla, and I'm the host of this podcast.Following Judith, the founder of Center for Eating Disorders in Ann Arbor who starred in the previous segment, it seemed as if new perspectives could be incorporated in order to gain a better understanding of the increasingly prevalent issue at hand: disordered eating.While many may know textbook knowledge based on internet think pieces and middle school health classes, it is all too often that when we are faced with helping someone struggling with an eating disorder, we do not know what to do. People cannot be read like articles on the internet or vague social media posts. Unfortunately, they cannot be treated and supported simply based on the quotes you see when you google “what to say if my loved one might be struggling with an eating disorder.” Eating disorders are different for everybody. Some may want advice and a shoulder to lean on during worse episodes. Some may just want an ear to listen. For parents of children with eating disorders, the issue of how to spot, help, and alleviate becomes increasingly difficult as they try to grapple with the nuance of the situation and the individuality of their child. In this segment, a parent will share their perspective on how an eating disorder made its way into their daughter and the aftermath of its destruction.

When faith leaders gathered at the White House for an Easter luncheon, the prayers offered weren't just politically awkward — they were theologically problematic. In this episode, Dr. James Spencer and Dr. Ashish Varma move past the headlines to examine the deeper issues: What happens when national identity absorbs Christian identity? What does the Bible actually say about kings, suffering, and God's purposes for nations? And what does faithful Christian engagement with political power look like? Drawing on the Sermon on the Mount, the book of Esther, 1 Samuel, and the theology of Paul, Spencer and Varma assess the remarks of Paula White Cane, Franklin Graham, and Robert Jeffress — and explain why the problems run deeper than bad word choices. They also highlight what faithful public prayer can look like, pointing to Bishop Barron's remarks as a constructive contrast. If you've been unsettled by the merger of Christian language and political power, this episode gives you the theological framework to understand why — and what to do with it. Read James's Article on christianity.com (available 4/14). Purchase Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness on Amazon.com See Ashish's Articles on providence at the Barth Center. Get early access and a bonus with a Patreon membership. Subscribe to our YouTube channel

In this Wednesday Night Dharma Talk, Genryu Clayton Dalton — emergency physician, journalist, and newly ordained novice priest — reflects on what it means to bear witness across the vast distances of suffering that connect us all. Having lost his voice the weekend prior, Genryu's rough whisper seemed hauntingly appropriate as he described the inexpressible suffering from his recent medical mission… Source

The tomb is empty. Love wins. Now what?This Easter sermon is a bold, joy-filled proclamation that resurrection is not just something we believe—it's something we live. In a world marked by grief and brokenness, we are called to rise, to act, and to bear witness to the transforming power of love.Because resurrection isn't the end of the story.It's the beginning of ours.

Howie and Harlan are joined by trauma surgeon Selwyn Rogers, who reflects on caring for victims of gun violence and speaking with families in their darkest moments—and explains why the problem must be understood as a shared societal responsibility. Harlan examines new evidence suggesting U.S. healthcare spending has grown more slowly than expected; Howie discusses a retracted Lancet article that highlights the risks of undisclosed conflicts of interest. Show notes: Healthcare Costs "Has the United States Bent the Health Care Cost Curve?" David M. Cutler "Baumol's cost disease" Harlan Krumholz: "Out‐of‐Pocket Annual Health Expenditures and Financial Toxicity From Healthcare Costs in Patients With Heart Failure in the United States"  Selwyn Rogers Selwyn Rogers: Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic: Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon's Vision for Restoring Hope Albert Ko "Selwyn Rogers named associate editor of prestigious New England Journal of Medicine" Selwyn Rogers: "Hope—Beyond Firearm Trauma" Selwyn Rogers: "Structural Racism and Firearm Injury: Operationalizing Health Equity in Trauma Care" Brain Death: What it is, Stages & Criteria New York Times Live Updates: Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case  Annual Gun Violence Data 2023 Conflicts of Interest "Retraction: Cosmetic talc powder" "Historians Unearth a Conflict of Interest, Prompting a Retraction by The Lancet Journal" Johns Manville Trust Fund and Lawsuits Mark Lanier Health & Veritas Episode 215: Arya Singh: Beyond Accessibility In the Yale School of Management's MBA for Executives program, you'll get a full MBA education in 22 months while applying new skills to your organization in real time. Yale's Executive Master of Public Health offers a rigorous public health education for working professionals, with the flexibility of evening online classes alongside three on-campus trainings. Email Howie and Harlan comments or questions.

Palm Sunday isn't just a celebration — it's a moment of courage. As Jesus enters Jerusalem, the crowds cry out “Hosanna,” a word that means both praise and a plea: Save us. But this isn't a quiet or safe moment. It's a public, risky act of hope in the shadow of empire. In this final message of our Lenten series Bearing Witness, we explore what it means to practice love in public — a love that shows up, speaks out, and refuses to stay hidden. What does it look like to follow Jesus not just in belief, but in bold, visible, courageous love? And what might it mean to walk into Holy Week ready to bear witness — not just to celebration, but to the full story?

Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 Rev. Justin M. McCreary

Evie Litwok walked out of federal prison in 2014 with $30 and a Greyhound ticket. The daughter of Holocaust survivors, Evie founded Witness to Mass Incarceration to help formerly incarcerated people rebuild their lives with dignity and support. Her work is deeply informed by her family’s experience of survival and her commitment to bearing witness to injustice. Witness to Mass Incarceration provides practical reentry support like laptops and phones for newly released individuals, offers vocational training, documents the stories of incarcerated people, connects formerly incarcerated business owners to build economic empowerment, and advocates to change conditions inside prisons, particularly around sexual violence and abuse. The Good People Fund gave Evie her very first grant, making this transformative work possible. Witness to Mass Incarceration is supported by the Good People Fund, which invests in innovative grassroots organizations making a difference in their communities.

This week in our Lenten series Bearing Witness, we explore what it means to bear witness to hope in a world surrounded by death-dealing systems, despair, and exhaustion. In today's reading of the Gospel (John 11:1-45), John's story of Lazarus unfolds slowly in the shadow of grief. Mary and Martha mourn the loss of their brother, and even Jesus himself weeps at the tomb. Yet in the midst of that sorrow, Jesus speaks a powerful word of life: “Lazarus, come out.” Jesus does not ignore the pain of his friends, nor does he offer easy explanations for suffering. Instead, he meets people in their grief and still calls life forth from the tomb.

This week in our Lenten series Bearing Witness, we encounter the story of Jesus and the man born with limited vision (John 9:1–41). This powerful passage challenges harmful assumptions about suffering and invites us into deeper awareness of God's work in our lives and world. As pressure mounts to deny lived experience and obscure truth, we explore how clarity emerges through integrity, courage, and faithful witness. What does it mean to speak truth, honor dignity, and bear witness to Christ's transforming love today?

John 4:5–42 (The Voice) invites us to lean into our call to be a people who bear witness to truth. In today's Gospel reading, Jesus has an incredible encounter with a Samaritan woman, known in the Orthodox tradition as Photini. At the well, truth is spoken without shame and received with grace. The Samaritan woman's testimony is powerful not because it is perfect, but because it is honest. When she returns to her village with an invitation to “Come and see,” her witness to truth becomes an act of liberation that ripples outward into the community.

In the second week of our Lenten series Bearing Witness: Seeing, Trusting, and Testifying to God at Work, we encounter Nicodemus' nighttime conversation with Jesus (John 3:1–17). Together we explore what it means to trust God even when our understanding is still unfolding. This week invites us to consider how faith moves from private belief to public witness, and how trusting God's transforming love can shape how we live, serve, and act in our community.

In this first week of Lent, we bear witness to struggle through Jesus' time in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1–11). Rather than a battle with an external enemy, we explore this moment as a profound encounter between Jesus' humanity and divinity — a struggle that reflects our own wrestling with calling, identity, and faith. What does it mean to struggle with God rather than because of God? Together we consider how leaning into our wilderness moments can deepen our trust, shape our discipleship, and empower us to bear witness to God's transforming love in the world.

Disappearing Neighbors, Upended Constitutional Norms, ans an Artist's Response to ICE   Curtis Chang talks with singer-songwriter and Twin Cities resident Sara Groves about heightened ICE activity in Minneapolis–Saint Paul and why the consequences for families and neighborhoods persist after the headlines fade. Groves challenges claims that "protesters are paid agitators" or that "ICE targets only criminals," naming the emotional and spiritual toll alongside concerns about due process and constitutional overreach. They discuss "borrowed courage," the cost of public witness—even losing fans when refusing to defend the indefensible—and how Christians can resist dehumanization by loving neighbors and cultivating beauty amid fear and division.   Sign up for the Good Faith Newsletter Register for the Illuminate Arts + Faith Conference   02:45 - Sara's Eyewitness Account of ICE Activity 07:08 - Challenging Misconceptions and Narratives 10:18 - Refugees and Legal Overreach 13:48 - Has Their Been A Public Reaction to Sara's Advocacy? 18:43 - Local Tragedies and Finding Borrowed Courage 23:44 - Why Do Some Stay Silent or Disengaged? 25:31 - Losing Fans and the Cost of Advocacy 35:41 - What Is the Artist's Response? 43:42 - The Challenges For Sensitive Souls Engaging in Social Justice  44:38 - A Message to Listeners Beyond Minnesota   Scriptures: Matthew 22:37-39 (ESV) Mark 12:29-31 (ESV) Isaiah 1:18 (ESV) Ephesians 6:10-18 (ESV)   Mentioned in This Episode: Video from Sara's social media bearing witness to current event s in Minnesota Learn about the work of International Justice Mission MPR articles about the killing of Philando Castile MPR articles about the murder of George Floyd Two 17-year-old U.S. citizens detained at Target (local news video) Federal Court Blocks: "Operation PARRIS," Orders Release of Detained Refugees More about Makoto Fujimura Kazuo Ishiguro's The Buried Giant Flannery O'Connor's Some Aspects of the Grotesque in Southern Fiction (read by O'Connor) Dorcas Thomson's Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul Learn about the Art House North Sara Groves' album What Makes It Through? Sara Groves' song "Telltale Heart" Sara Groves' song "Enough" Sara Groves' song-in-progress "Normal Things Are Hard Right Now" Steven Galloway's The Cellist of Sarajevo   Past Episodes Referenced in this Conversation: Good Faith ep. 215: David French: Dual State America and Authoritarianism - Renee Good and the Trump Administration Good Faith ep. 142: Finding God in the Small Things with Charlie Peacock & Andi Ashworth   More From Sara Groves: Sara Groves' Patreon Sara Groves' website   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

Disappearing Neighbors, Upended Constitutional Norms, ans an Artist's Response to ICE   Curtis Chang talks with singer-songwriter and Twin Cities resident Sara Groves about heightened ICE activity in Minneapolis–Saint Paul and why the consequences for families and neighborhoods persist after the headlines fade. Groves challenges claims that "protesters are paid agitators" or that "ICE targets only criminals," naming the emotional and spiritual toll alongside concerns about due process and constitutional overreach. They discuss "borrowed courage," the cost of public witness—when refusing to defend the indefensible—and how Christians can resist dehumanization by loving neighbors and cultivating beauty amid fear and division.   Sign up for the Good Faith Newsletter   02:45 - Sara's Eyewitness Account of ICE Activity 07:08 - Challenging Misconceptions and Narratives 10:18 - Refugees and Legal Overreach 13:48 - Has Their Been A Public Reaction to Sara's Advocacy? 18:43 - Local Tragedies and Finding Borrowed Courage 23:44 - Why Do Some Stay Silent or Disengaged? 25:31 - Losing Fans and the Cost of Advocacy 35:41 - What Is the Artist's Response? 43:42 - The Challenges For Sensitive Souls Engaging in Social Justice  44:38 - A Message to Listeners Beyond Minnesota   Scriptures: Matthew 22:37-39 (ESV) Mark 12:29-31 (ESV) Isaiah 1:18 (ESV) Ephesians 6:10-18 (ESV)   Mentioned in This Episode: Video from Sara's social media bearing witness to current event s in Minnesota Learn about the work of International Justice Mission MPR articles about the killing of Philando Castile MPR articles about the murder of George Floyd Two 17-year-old U.S. citizens detained at Target (local news video) Federal Court Blocks: "Operation PARRIS," Orders Release of Detained Refugees More about Makoto Fujimura Kazuo Ishiguro's The Buried Giant Flannery O'Connor's Some Aspects of the Grotesque in Southern Fiction (read by O'Connor) Dorcas Thomson's Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul Learn about the Art House North Sara Groves' album What Makes It Through? Sara Groves' song "Telltale Heart" Sara Groves' song "Enough" Sara Groves' song-in-progress "Normal Things Are Hard Right Now" Steven Galloway's The Cellist of Sarajevo   Past Episodes Referenced in this Conversation: Good Faith ep. 215: David French: Dual State America and Authoritarianism - Renee Good and the Trump Administration Good Faith ep. 142: Finding God in the Small Things with Charlie Peacock & Andi Ashworth   More From Sara Groves: Sara Groves' Patreon Sara Groves' website   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

In this episode, Odessa—a transgender woman and former Anglican priest—shares her journey of transition alongside a deep wrestling with faith, vocation, and identity. She reflects on growing up with alienation and shame, the freedom she's found in embracing her femininity, and the costs of that journey for her family, church, and relationships. Odessa also explores the intersections of gender, neurodivergence, and spirituality. We appreciate her a candid reflection on seeking wholeness without easy answers.This is Part 1 of 2—listen to Part 2 here when it's available: https://open.substack.com/pub/newkinship/p/bonus-odessa-the-barefoot-on-beingNote: This episode uses the term “Side B” as shorthand a bit. If you're new to the conversation, you might find it helpful to check out episode #3, where we talk through the four “sides”: ⁠#3 - A-B-Y-X | 4 Sides on SSA/Gay Sexuality⁠—★ Timestamps(00:00) #76 - Bearing Witness through Change: Odessa the Barefoot on Transition, Faith, and Femininity(02:45) Gender transition is a discontinuous experience(06:04) Looking for words to share with a trusted adult(18:34) Discontinuities: Being in seminary, married, autogynephilia(23:18) Honoring prior commitments by not outwardly transitioning(27:03) “My metaphysics does not allow” for hormones to be this effective...(37:24) The project(s) of femininity and womanhood(40:25) Theological traditions and eccentric Anglican priests(43:54) Same-sex attraction was different than gender/trans experience for me(46:46) Being released from prior commitments: Trans impact on family, church(56:19) Bearing witness: ministering to others—★ Send us feedback, questions, comments, and support!Email: communionandshalom@gmail.com | Instagram: @newkinship | Substack: @newkinship | Patreon: @newkinship—★ CreditsCreators and Hosts: David Frank, TJ Espinoza, Tyler Parker | Audio Engineer: Carl Swenson, carlswensonmusic.com | Podcast Manager: Elena F. | Graphic Designer: Gavin Popken, gavinpopkenart.com ★ Get full access to New Kinship at newkinship.substack.com/subscribe

We don't build the Kingdom Of God We announce it We seek it We recieve it We bear witness to it We build for it What does it mean to truly seek the Kingdom of God? In this episode, the Voxology team explores the profound and practical implications of living in light of Jesus' Kingdom. From understanding the communal and political nature of the Kingdom to discussing themes like cruciformity, justice, and the role of the church in society, this episode unpacks how faith intersects with cultural challenges and societal structures. Join the conversation as the hosts examine how Jesus' teachings call us to embody a countercultural way of life, rejecting the power of coercion in favor of love, reconciliation, and abundance. Through thoughtful dialogue and personal reflections—like navigating issues of homelessness and the dignity of every human being—they challenge us to see the Kingdom as an expansive, inclusive, and tangible reality breaking into the world today. How does the church bear witness to this Kingdom? What does "faith and politics" look like lived out? And how do we faithfully resist passivity while embracing Jesus' call to justice and peace? These are just a few of the questions tackled in this engaging and thought-provoking episode. We encourage and would love discussion as we pursue these questions together! Share your thoughts and connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. Let's continue to navigate these important conversations about Christianity, theology, and the transformative power of Jesus' Kingdom in our world today. The Substack Mike reads from: Evan Wickham CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Catching up with Seth 03:13 - Poem 04:37 - Announcements 08:14 - Moral Numbness 11:26 - Understanding Moral Numbness 12:58 - Author's Message Explained 16:53 - Information Impact on Individuals 20:37 - Community and Salvation 24:00 - The Kingdom of God 26:55 - Good News of the Gospel 30:10 - Hijacking Kingdom Language 34:30 - Understanding the Gospel 35:35 - Concepts of Heaven and Hell 40:56 - Political Reality of the Kingdom 44:40 - The Church's Role in the Kingdom 50:38 - Announcing the Kingdom 52:25 - Seeking the Kingdom 54:14 - Receiving the Kingdom 55:10 - Bearing Witness to the Kingdom 56:09 - Building for the Kingdom 59:54 - The Dumbest Thing in the World 1:03:30 - Birthday Song 1:05:50 - Credits As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Our Merch Store! Etsy Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

Notes from This Episode: Practices and Principles of Political Solidarity - By Pastor Pastor David Swanson (and two immigrant pastors names withheld for their safety) Definitions: Partisan - A strong and sometimes blind adhearance to a particular party, faction, cause, or person. Political - How a community (family, church, nation, etc) expresses it's values. Ways to support Immigrant and Immigrant churches in Minnesota:  Mill City Church Efforts - www.millcitychurch.com/respond Fund For To Support Immigrant Churches in Minnesota General Notes: River Retreat Experience - Personal or Group Retreats in Minnesota! SAVE THE DATES: Ezer Collective Intensive 2026 // Minneapolis // Nov 12-14, 2026 Ezer Revive Retreat // Puerto Rico // January 11-15, 2027 Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph:  Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at @pastorsteph

Proverbs 28:2-4 Corruption, leadership, bearing witness

In this episode of Exit Strategy, host Stephanie Garry speaks with Mary Lou Falcone about her powerful book and companion documentary exploring love, caregiving, and loss at the end of life. In I Didn't See It Coming, Mary Lou shares the personal journey that led her to document an intimate end-of-life experience, and how storytelling […] The post Bearing Witness: Mary Lou Falcone on Love, Loss, and Legacy appeared first on Plaza Jewish Community Chapel.

“Our Teacher” is a collection of essays written by students of Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong). This series is comprised of their personal experiences with the practice and their interactions with Dafa's founder, Mr. Li Hongzhi, when the practice was first taught to the public. The writings were originally published on the Minghui website. Original Articles:1. Tuition Returned Following Teacher’s Fa Lecture in Chenzhou2. I Experienced Master’s Compassionate Salvation3. Bearing Witness to History: Miracles During the 1992 Oriental Health Expo4. An Unforgettable Memory To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

We exist to bear witness to the glory of our Creator. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses how this calling reveals the direction and the ultimate goal of our lives as Christians. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/bearing-witness-to-gods-glory/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle first feature Justin Kron, Producer of the film October 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre. The truth must be told. Hear cutting-edge inside information and how to access this film. In the extended version, the hosts talk to Lee Brainard, which begins at 28:21. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29

When Peter van Agtmael went to Iraq in 2006 to embed with the U.S. military, he was 24 years old and confident that his pictures could help end an unjust war. Two decades later, after documenting combat deaths overseas and then turning his camera lens on America, he's learned the limits of what photography can do. In this episode, Peter talks about the emotional toll of bearing witness to violence, the fraught ethics of choosing a subject, and how he ended up in a legal battle with Ye over an image. Peter's book is called “Look at the U.S.A.: A Diary of War and Home,“ and he has a show at the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design until January 25th. You can see his 2015 KKK wedding photo here.  Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus. And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Photojournalist Peter Van Agtmael once believed war images could change the world. But after two decades documenting violence, his views and soul were deeply altered. In this episode, he reflects on America's conflicts at home and abroad, truth in photography, and what happens when your work is co-opted for someone else's agenda. Peter's book is called “Look at the U.S.A.: A Diary of War and Home,“ and he has a show at the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design until January 25th. You can see his 2015 KKK wedding photo here.  Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus. And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices