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In this episode, Fred interviews Executive Director of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians: Brian Ellison. https://www.covnetpres.org/ Brian Ellison has served since 2012 as Executive Director of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians, leading its mission of strengthening the Church through equipping and engagement, advocating and educating for the full inclusion of LGBTQIA+ people in the Church's life and leadership. Brian also serves as stated clerk of the Synod of Mid-America. He has served previously as pastor of Parkville Presbyterian Church (near Kansas City, Missouri) and as stated clerk of Heartland Presbytery. He has previously served the national Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in numerous roles, including as moderator of the General Assembly Permanent Judicial Commission, the Committee on Mission Responsibility Through Investment and the Stated Clerk Review/Nomination Committee. His writing on matters of faith and theology has appeared in numerous church and independent publications. A graduate of Harvard University and Princeton Theological Seminary, Brian also is host/contributor at NPR affiliate KCUR-FM. He and his partner, Troy Lillebo, live in Kansas City with their two dogs, the recalcitrant Willoughby and the dopey Sage. Brian is available for working with congregations, councils and groups of interested Presbyterians about inclusion of LGBTQIA+ people, fostering and navigating difficult conversations, organizing and advocating for transformation, and on the Covenant Network of Presbyterians and its mission. Contact him at brian@covnetpres.org. Helpful Resources from this Episode: 1. God and the Gay Christian - Matthew Vines: https://a.co/d/aUyGsxo 2. Bible, Gender, Sexuality: Reframing the Church's Debate on Same-Sex Relationships - James V. Brownson: https://a.co/d/7THPlNT 3. The Bible's Yes to Same-Sex Marriage: An Evangelical's Change of Heart - Mark Achtemeier: https://a.co/d/ci0SlpD 4. Transforming: The Bible and the Lives of Transgendered Christians - Austen Hartke: https://a.co/d/iLfYsNi  

Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss Governor Kehoe's stadium funding plan and subsequent rejection by the legislature, a new Missouri abortion amendment to replace one voters approved last year, the repeal of Prop A in Missouri, cell phone bans in schools, the DOJ sending FBI agents to KC, businesses taking crime deterrence into their own hands and more.

Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss safety concerns for KC first responders after a firefighter paramedic is stabbed to death, the Nelson-Atkins expansion, concerns regarding data centers, approval for Amazon drone delivery, Missouri Prop A, businesses along streetcar line and KCMO City Manager search. Plus, KCPBS CEO Kliff Kuehl discusses PBS funding cuts.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Charlie Keegan, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss Fortune 500 company Fiserv relocating to Overland Park, the ongoing chaos in Jackson County, the first 100 days of the Trump administration including a push to cut funding for road diets, the day in court for local Tesla arsonist, Gov. Mike Kehoe's first 100 days, Prairie Village's city hall plan and more.

Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Dave Helling, Savannah Hawley-Bates and Brian Ellison discuss the legacy of Mayor Quinton and his remaining to do list, new push by area business leaders for a decision on stadiums, naming the South Loop Project in honor of Roy Blunt, the Kansas flat tax, cracking down on ATVs, Missouri lawmakers walking back green initiatives, the local implications of tariffs and more.

Nick Haines, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Dave Helling, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss the surprises and disappointments from Tuesday's election including big wins for KC schools and new jail efforts, the potential to host Women's World Cup or Rugby World Cup,  the veto session in the Kansas, the battle over abortion rights in Missouri, the search for bus service solutions and public health.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz and Eric Wesson discuss next week's election in Kansas City including the public safety tax for a new jail and the school bond issue for building improvements, Clark Hunt's comments on the stadium issue, recent ruling about property tax refunds in Jackson County, claims made in guest editorial by Frank White and the Kansas legislative session.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Nickel And Dime Series : Lamentations Subtitle: Nickel And Dime Bible Series Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 3/19/2025 Bible: Lamentations 2:2-13 Length: 39 min.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Nickel And Dime Series : Lamentations Subtitle: Nickel And Dime Bible Series Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 3/12/2025 Bible: Lamentations 2:1 Length: 36 min.

Nick Haines, Dave Helling, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Brian Ellison and Eric Wesson discuss the KCMO city council's decision on the future of City Manager Brian Platt, looming cuts to KCATA bus service to correct a $30 million budget shortfall, the outlook for recently fired federal workers, Kansas lawmakers consider electing judges, Wyandotte County examines earnings tax and more.

Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Patrick Tuohey, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the contentious town hall recently hosted by Rep. Mark Alford in the wake of federal cuts, the ultimatum for schools in regard to DEI programs, the lingering silence in talks of future plans for stadiums, Gov. Kehoe's crime crackdown, debate over an immigrant detention center, timing for MO sports betting and more.

Nick Haines, Jonathan Shorman, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz and Eric Wesson discuss the economic ripple effect of IRS layoffs, the impact of federal funding cuts on local agencies, the Ivanhoe farmers market and World Cup transportation, the South Loop Project status, the resuming of abortions in Missouri, deputizing KBI officers as ICE agents, transgender restrictions and Sherman's stadium tease.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the local implications of federal job reductions and cuts to federal funding, the spike in homicides and crime and the debate over how to address the problem, rising concerns about ICE raids and how a local lawmaker has responded, the expiring truce in the Kansas and Missouri business border war and red light cameras.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Nickel And Dime Series : Lamentations Subtitle: Nickel And Dime Bible Series Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 2/13/2025 Bible: Lamentations 1:1-3 Length: 42 min.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss local reaction to Trump's inauguration, potential benefits and drawbacks for KC including implications for the Panasonic Plant, bipartisan support for addressing late mail service, bus funding and service reductions, the latest Plaza closings, Missouri lawmakers looking to overturn landlord restrictions and more.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: There Was A Day Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 1/15/2025 Bible: Job 1:13-19 Length: 42 min.

Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the inauguration speech of Missouri's new governor Mike Kehoe and his stance on immigration, Gov. Laura Kelly's inauguration speech, the future for Mike Parson after 30 years in elected office, the rising frustration over business break-ins, historic firsts in Johnson and Jackson Counties and sports mania in KC.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the storm's impact on city services and lingering snow removal issues, Mike Parson commuting the sentence of convicted police officer Eric DeValkenaere, Mike Kehoe priorities as Missouri Governor, top issues for Missouri and Kansas lawmakers, Scott Schwab entering Kansas gubernatorial race and new laws for new year.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Nickel And Dime Series : Song of Solomon Subtitle: Nickel And Dime Bible Series Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 12/18/2024 Bible: Song of Solomon 8:1-14 Length: 43 min.

Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss Sam Graves being overlooked for POTUS cabinet and which area politicians did make the cut, the future for Mayor Lucas, the Tyrone Garner announcement and potential WYCO mayoral candidates, improvements for KCMO schools, the veto of a teen gun ban, Jackson County jail updates, latest stadium rumors and Steamboat Arabia.

Nick Haines, Jonathan Shorman, Eric Wesson, Kris Ketz and Brian Ellison discuss which area politicians might be considered for a Trump cabinet position, Governor-elect Kehoe's stance on DeValkenaere case, reductions in bus service, pushback on recently passed minimum wage measure, Missouri abortion politics, efforts to recall Frank White, potential candidates for Kansas Governor and Union Station.

Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Jonathan Shorman, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss extended wait times for early voting locations and how it could discourage voters, election problems including fires at ballot drop boxes, what to expect on election night, the most ignored races including Missouri Lieutenant Governor, the balance of power in the Kansas House, retaining judges, campaign ads & more.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Scott Parks, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss how the success of the Royals and Chiefs will impact stadium discussions, new developments in the Crown Center stadium proposal, a new stadium push by Clay County, the bill for Mayor Lucas' trips to games, the Nelson-Atkins expansion, the South Loop Park project, KU professor comments, looming rent strike and more.

Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison, Mike Hendricks and Kris Ketz discuss the criticism from the owner of Betty Rae's Ice Cream of Mayor Quinton Lucas and his lack of leadership in response to the spike in property crimes, how KC is preparing transit options for the World Cup, plans for a homeless shelter in JOCO, police and 911 response to sideshows, the return of red light cameras and more.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dana Wright, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss the Missouri Supreme Court's ruling on the abortion ballot issue, the search for detention space in the wake of the murder of a Brookside chef, issues to consider in Kansas when using mail in ballots, the push for hand counting election results in MO and the Plaza's crime problem and new vision for tennis courts.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: How Much More Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 8/18/2024 Bible: Matthew 7:7-11 Length: 50 min.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Hiers Together of the Grace of Life Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 8/18/2024 Bible: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25 Length: 46 min.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the biggest races and issues appearing on primary ballots around the metro next week including the Missouri gubernatorial race, the Johnson County DA and Sheriff races, KCMO police funding, a Platte County jail tax, a property tax exemption for childcare providers and more.

ROLL CALL A 126TH AIR REFUELING WING PODCAST OF THE ILLINOIS AIR NATIONAL GUARD AT SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE. ROLL CALL …THE PODCAST FOCUSED ON PEOPLE, MISSION, AND COMMUNITY. The 126th Operations Group commander, Col. Jenn Moore, speaks with Master Sgt. Brian Ellison to discuss her journey to the 126th ARW, her time in the Air Mobility Command, and fond memories during her missions. (U.S. Air National Guard podcast episode by Staff Sgt. Aaron Rodriguez and Master Sgt. Brian Ellison) 126 Air Refueling Wing Link Tree https://linktr.ee/126arw Military One Source Tax Prep: https://dvidshub.net/r/dew2al 126th Military Family Readiness NewsLetter: 126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil 126th Air Refueling Wing linktr.ee/126arw Military Family Readiness Newsletter sign up: 126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil Illinois Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families https://bit.ly/457ZINj 126th Air Refueling Wing linktr.ee/126arw Roll Call Email 126rollcall@gmail.com IF YOU ARE HAVING THOUGHTS OF SUICIDE OR KNOW SOMEONE IN CRISIS CALL The MILITARY CRISIS LINE 988 THAT 988 PRESS 1 …

Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kris Ketz, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the local reaction to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the changes to security protocols for politicians, Eric Schmitt's Republican Convention appearance and potential future if Trump is elected, escalating urgency for World Cup prep, advanced voting, primary election issues, the Chiefs Hallmark movie and more.

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the comments by Governor Mike Parson about Missouri's effort to keep the stadiums on the Missouri side of state line, the tax breaks for Honeywell, expectations for the Panasonic plant, Mayor Lucas maneuvering for a Biden cabinet position, the GOP Convention, the spike in traffic fatalities and celebratory gunfire.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: For Such A Time As This : Esther Subtitle: Nickel And Dime Bible Series Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 6/26/2024 Bible: Esther 9:1-13 Length: 42 min.

September 2023 marks the 25th anniversary of North Metro Church. In 1998, a group of people felt compelled to start a new thing, and those founding members had no idea what God would do over the next 25 years. The Lord has been so kind to North Metro Church, and over the course of this 25th year, we're looking back on stories of all that God has done. Listen along with us! 

Nick is joined by David Yates to look over all the latest news from around the racing world. They begin by talking to Brian Ellison about his lifelong quest to win the Northumberland Plate, in which he is doubly represented tomorrow. Also on today's show, owner Philip Ullman from Gestut Schlenderhan explains why Tasmania is now in the care of Sir Mark Prescott as she contests this weekend's Pretty Polly Stakes, while Bluestocking's trainer Ralph Beckett also has his say. Later in the show, sporting life.com's David Ord has Something for the Weekend, while Paddy Brennan tells Nick about his new life as a Bloodstock Agent at the Derby Sale.

This week's Saturday Edition looks ahead to Irish Derby weekend at the Curragh and first up is Saturday's Group 1, the Pretty Polly Stakes for fillies and mares. We hear from trainer of two leading fancies, Bluestocking and Stay Alert in Ralph Beckett and Hughie Morrison while Philip von Ullman discusses intriguing runner Tasmania and why his family chose to move her from being trainer in France last season, to Sir Mark Prescott's yard in Newmarket this year. Then onto the Derby and Roger Varian discusses his chances of landing a second classic of the season with Matsuri and David Menuisier hopes Sunway can put a disappointing season so far behind him. Finally, at Newcastle on Saturday is the historic Northumberland Plate and Brian Ellison shares why it would mean so much to him, should he win it with either of his runner tomorrow.

Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison, Dave Helling and Kevin Collison discuss the latest moves in the chess match to keep the Royals and the Chiefs in the region by building new stadiums, the reduced schedule for Mayor Quinton Lucas as he welcomes new child, lessons learned in the Wizards stadium battle, a tax cut in Kansas, a new passport office in KC and Michael Stern's symphony departure.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ignorance Surrounding the Second Coming Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 6/9/2024 Bible: 2 Peter 3:1-10 Length: 48 min.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Presence of the Lord Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/2/2024 Bible: Genesis 3:1-9 Length: 54 min.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ignorance Surrounding the Second Coming Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 6/9/2024 Bible: 2 Peter 3:1-10 Length: 48 min.

Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison, Pete Mundo and Kris Ketz discuss whether any changes have been made in the three months since the Chiefs parade shooting, questions surrounding the KC Strong Fund for parade shooting victims, considering AI for school security, the cyberattack on KCMO City Hall, the latest developments in stadium discussions and Harrison Butker's controversial comments.

Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss the recent food tampering incident at Hereford House, questions surrounding a Jackson County legislator receiving free Royals suite tickets, the ransomware speculation as KCMO's website goes dark, calls for stronger leadership from KCPD's Chief, Waldo restaurant closing due to crime, addressing street racing and more.

Nick Haines, Jonathan Shorman, Brian Ellison, Yvette Walker and Dave Helling discuss plans in Kansas to lure the Chiefs and Royals to Wyandotte County with new stadiums and how Mike Parson responded, splitting up the Royals and Chiefs, the Missouri ballot initiative deadline and what voters might see, the upcoming election in KCK and legislative report cards for Kansas and Missouri.

Nick Haines, Mike Evans, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Micheal Mahoney discuss comments Mayor Lucas made regarding migrant workers and sanctuary city status, the KCMO city council considering the return of red light cameras, bills in Missouri to address landfill location concerns, voter approval for a four-day school week and abortion funding, the KC riverfront development plan and Jake LaTurner.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Running The Race Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 4/21/2024 Bible: Hebrews 12:1-3 Length: 58 min.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The First Prayer of Jesus Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 4/14/2024 Bible: Luke 3:21-22 Length: 51 min.

Nick Haines, Micheal Mahoney, Brian Ellison, Dana Wright and Eric Wesson discuss the public and political reactions to the stadium tax failure including comments from Marny Sherman, the recent shooting near Shake Shake on the Plaza, the anniversaries of the Ralph Yarl and Jewish Community Center shootings, the ransomware attack on Jackson County government and student loan forgiveness.

Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the stadium tax campaign and the remaining questions and hurdles before election day, low voter turnout in the Kansas Presidential Primary, long lines to pay property taxes in Jackson County, the rise in deadly car crashes, the Google data center in the Northland and Mattel eyeing Village West in KCK for new theme park.

A new MP3 sermon from East Georgia Road Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: A Great Church Speaker: Brian Ellison Broadcaster: East Georgia Road Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 3/24/2024 Bible: Acts 2:42-47 Length: 53 min.

Nick Haines, Betsy Webster, Kevin Collison, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss the historic opening of CPKC Stadium and complaints about limited and expensive parking, Crossroads business owners voicing concerns about the impact of the proposed downtown stadium, why Johnson County GOP is under fire for a fundraiser and questions about the St. Patrick's Day parade in wake of Super Bowl shooting.

Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss the mass shooting at the Chiefs championship parade and how it could have lasting implications for future KC events and developments, the absence of political will to address gun violence in a meaningful way, the announcement about the location for a new Royals stadium and Independence's bid for stadium if tax fails.