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What happens when the gospel you were handed no longer makes sense of the pain, beauty, or complexity of the world you're actually living in? In this conversation, I sit down with Nicholas McDonald, pastor and author of The Light in Our Eyes, to explore the tensions between disillusionment and hope, escape and embodiment, cynicism and renewal. Nicholas brings a pastor's heart, a theologian's depth, and the honesty of someone who's wrestled with real questions and has found the freedom, beauty, and love that Jesus can bring. We talk about what 40 million people walking away from the church actually means, why so many are rejecting not Jesus, but a culture of fear and power, and how the recovery of ancient practices, communal faith, and a more embodied gospel could help us reimagine the way forward. From Zechariah's silence to Jim Henson's Muppets, from dispensational escape theology to communion as resistance - this conversation covers a lot of ground, and all of it matters. So join us as we find the light of Christ has been present all along.Nicholas McDonald is the Associate Pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian church in central Indianapolis and has served in ministry for over fifteen years. His previous positions have included roles in youth ministry and four years as the Campus Minister of Reformed University Fellowship at the University of Missouri. McDonald received his degree from Gordon Conwell Seminary and studied creative writing at Oxford University. He's the author of Faker, and the forthcoming book "The Light in Our Eyes: Rediscovering the Love, Beauty and Freedom of Jesus in an Age of Disillusionment". He lives in Indianapolis with his wife and their three children.Nicholas' Book:The Light in Our EyesNicholas' Recommendation:The Meaning of SinglenessSubscribe to Our Substack: Shifting CultureConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowSubscribe for Early, Ad-Free Access to New Episodes Support the show

Mark interviewed a special guest during today's class: Dr. W. Scott Sager, minister, professor,speaker,community leader,and author based in Nashville,TN. Scott first shared some general background. He grew up in Fort Worth, Texas in a Christian family.His dad was a church song leader. He attended Abilene Christian University, studied at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, received his doctorate at Southern Methodist University, and currently teaches at Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. He's married with two children. The Bible and teaching: Scott has a heart for campus ministry and previously worked as the Campus Minister at the University of Texas in Austin. He is currently preaching a year long series on di fferent characters of the Bible. Scott is an author, and his favorite hymn is “Great is Thy Faithfulness.” Listen to Mark dialogue with Scott about his growing up years through life today. Tune in to learnabout Scott‘s book and author recommendations. He has a fascinating analysis of Jacob in the Bible and what that means to us today.

Troy Andreasen, Campus Minister at SVSU Acts 28:1-2, 7 Rom 12:9-13 Heb 13:1-2 Gen 18 - Abraham Gen 19 - Lot Judges 6 - Gideon Judges 13 - Manoah (father of Samson) Matt 25:34-40 Luke 14:12-14 1 Pet 4:8-10 Luke 10:38-42 

Retreats are an ancient practice for Catholics to get away from the day-to-day life and allow God to work in their hearts in a deeply intimate way. Brian Rhude, Project Coordinator at the Catholic Apostolate Center and Campus Minister for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, joins this episode of On Mission with Chris Pierno, Sarah Scalfaro, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C.Whether one goes on a day retreat or a weeklong silent retreat, retreats are a means to grow closer to Christ and to reinvigorate one's spiritual and prayer life. Engaged couples go on retreats to prepare for marriage. And other lay men and women take annual weekend retreats to enter deeper prayer. Many priests and religious, too, go on retreat to recharge their relationship with God in a profound way. Some religious orders' charism provides retreat experiences for people. Brian Rhude explains the many different kinds of retreats and how one can take their experiences home with them and allow the Lord to continually speak to them. The simplest retreat one can do every day is spending time with Jesus in daily prayer. Related On Mission episodes:Year of PrayerThe Eucharist and the Eucharistic RevivalShrines and PilgrimagesMarriage Preparation From the Ad Infinitum blog:Making the Most of Summer with Your ChurchRetreats Read Art of Accompaniment and Living as Missionary Disciples ResourcesCheck out the main Saints and Feast Days websiteDownload the App on the App Store or Google Play Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify On Mission is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources and podcasts. Listen to Fr. Frank's weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

Born and raised on the mountain, LMPC's own Davis Mooney joins Wil to discuss his path to vocational ministry and the unique opportunities that come with his current call as the RUF campus minister at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC).RUF @ UTCReformed University Fellowship (PCA)Host: Wil NettletonSpecial Guest: Davis MooneyProducer: Ben WingardMusic arranged by David Henry and performed by David Henry and Hannah Lutz.To contact Pillar & Ground or to submit a question that you would like to hear addressed on a future episode, please email podcast@lmpc.org.

Rev. Rob Edwards, the Campus Minister who planted UGA RUF back in 1999 joined us to preach again for the first time in 15 years at RUF.  His sermon was titled "Remembering and Reproducing What We Received" and was based in 1 Thess 1:2-10.   The sermon begins at the 23:00 minute mark.

City of Hope Presbyterian Church Sunday Worship   February 9, 2025   Sermon: Guest Speaker, Rev. Trip Beans   Text: Acts 1:12-14   Preacher: Rev. Trip Beans, Campus Minister, Reformed University Fellowship at University of Maryland Baltimore County   www.cityofhopechurch.net

In this episode of Sunday Talks, Dr. Larry White Interviews Thomas Guinee, Campus Minister of Conway BCM.

Preaching for the Feast of the Presentation, Anna Robertson offers a reflection on how the Prophet Anna's role in the readings informs our faith lives today: "[Anna] went forth preaching, carrying the Good News of the Light of the World beyond the walls of the temple to those who yearned for salvation. When we leave Mass on Candlemas, it is not enough to return to our homes with our candles, cozy in our assurance of our private salvation. Rather, Anna reminds us that we must bring the Good News out into the world, particularly to those who are suffering and longing for consolation." Anna Robertson is Director of Distributed Organizer at Discerning Deacons. In the past, she has served as Director of Youth and Young Adult Mobilization at Catholic Climate Covenant and Campus Minister for Retreats at Seattle University. She has a Master's of Theological Studies from Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry and a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Xavier University in Ohio. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/02022025 to learn more about Anna, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Preaching for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Claire Erlenborn offers a reflection on making change in community: "So how do we make real change today? We do it in community. We listen to our elders, the Marys in our lives, who remind us of the gifts we have been bestowed by the Spirit and we continue to slowly chip away at the slow work of the kingdom, doing our part with our specific gifts from the Spirit to make earth just a bit more like heaven. " Claire Erlenborn (she/her) serves as the Campus Minister for Pastoral Care at Loyola University Chicago. Her work focuses on retreats for undergraduate students, grief support both individually and in groups, as well as advocacy for students on the margins. Prior to this role, Claire worked with survivors of sexual violence at Northeastern University, with young adults experiencing homelessness at Bridge Over Troubled Waters, and with high school students at Villanova Prep High School while volunteering with the Augustinian Volunteers. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/01192025 to learn more about Claire, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

The Spirit Mornings Heartland Tour on Spirit Catholic Radio made a stop at Pius X High School. While here, Jen and Bruce interviewed teachers, students and staff. In this episode, you’ll hear from Scotty Sullivan, one of our campus ministers at Pius X.

Why are hymns important for young adults, and how can we teach young people to love and appreciate hymnody? Rev. Kevin Twit, Campus Minister with Reformed University Fellowship at Belmont University (Presbyterian Church in America) and the founder of Indelible Grace Music, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his service as a campus minister of the Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), how hymns shaped his faith in childhood and into adulthood, why hymnody is important to him and crucial to teach to young adults, how he introduced traditional hymnody to students who may be unfamiliar, and the next album from Indelible Grace available now on streaming platforms. Learn more about Indelible Grace and find their music at igracemusic.com.

Preaching for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Anna Robertson offers a reflection on the fullness of God's faithfulness and promise to all people - and particularly women: "When the Church's failures to honor my dignity threaten to undermine my sense of God's fidelity to me, I look to the women who followed and continue to follow Jesus. They—you who are listening now—have been leading me back into trust that the fullness of God's promises pertain to me. We do that for one another." Anna Robertson is Director of Distributed Organizer at Discerning Deacons. In the past, she has served as Director of Youth and Young Adult Mobilization at Catholic Climate Covenant and Campus Minister for Retreats at Seattle University. She has a Master's of Theological Studies from Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry and a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Xavier University in Ohio. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/08252024 to learn more about Anna, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Listen to our guest pastor, Grant Taylor, who is the campus minister for RUF at Old Dominion University

Breanne grew up in the Diocese of Austin, Texas and was heavily involved in various outreach ministries until she graduated and left the country to serve as a full-time foreign missionary. After traveling to 13 countries she returned home and began to serve in ministry Stateside - giving talks at youth retreats and events all over the U.S. She spent some time in the convent discerning her vocation, and also as the Campus Minister at Texas State University. She recently got married and now has two children. She has been sober for 8 years and has helped many other addicts pursue recovery along the way. In her free time, which doesn't exist anymore since she is a mother, she likes to ride motorcycles, shoot guns, and go to Adoration. Support the Show: https://mattfradd.locals.com Show Sponsors: Hallow: https://hallow.com/mattfradd Strive21: https://strive21.com/matt  

 "Grace Changes Hearts" by Frank Dodson, Guest Speaker 5/19/24 This week we learn from Frank Dodson, a life long Campus Minister and follower of Jesus. He shares a message focusing on Grace and how it changes hearts!

The first in a 3 part series of webinars by Dr. Steven Serafin discussing his work in continuing marriage ministry. In his studies and work, he has learned of the importance of ministry and supporting couples post marriage preparation as a way to continue lifelong and holy marriages. Please join him in this presentation to discuss the reasons for this and some considerations for couples in ministry.Dr. Steven Serafin is currently the Pastoral Associate of St. Bartholomew's in Scotch Plains, NJ, where he leads an initiative called the Emmaus Coalition of Life Long Formation. He is the creator of Endure: Marriage Enrichment Initiative through Faith and Family Life Catholic Ministries. He graduated from Catholic University with a Doctor in Ministry in 2022, he has received a M.A in Theology with a focus in Evangelization and Catechesis from The University of Notre Dame's Echo program and a B.A from Catholic University with a minor in Finance and Management. He has served in a number of ministerial positions: Associate Director for Catechesis for the Archdiocese of Newark, Director of Faith Formation, Campus Minister, and Teacher. His treatise focused on Accompanying the Next Generation of Newlyweds: A Parish Model for Perfecting the Love of Marriage Through a Peer Collaborative Dialogue. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

Emily worked at Villa Maria Academy for 10 years prior to coming to Cathedral Prep last school year to be the Campus Minister and Algebra teacher. On this episode of the podcast Emily shares with us what were some of her favorite memories from her time at Villa and what the transition was like for her coming from Villa to Prep. She also goes on to talk about her role as Campus Minister, the impact of Outreach Day, and overseeing the long standing tradition of Mary's Day.

Preaching for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, Meghan Larsen-Reidy, offers a reflection sharing the expansiveness of God's love: "When we open our eyes to see the expansiveness of God's love in the people that surround us, we draw into a deeper relationship with the Divine. We cannot always anticipate the impact that each new relationship will have on our lives and vice versa. God is calling us to be open to the love that is waiting for us and to share that love with others. Our small acts of love may make an impact that we only hear about from heaven." Meghan Larsen-Reidy lives in Pittsburgh with her husband and four children. She currently works as a Campus Minister at three colleges in the Pittsburgh area. Meghan received a Masters of Arts in Teaching at the University of Portland and simultaneously did a service-teaching program. She currently attends the Franciscan School of Theology at the University of San Diego where she is getting her Masters of Theological Studies in Franciscan Theology. She attended Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame where she received a BA in Religious Studies and credits much of her success to the leadership opportunities she had at an all women's college. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/05052024 to learn more about Meghan, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

As we approach the celebration of our 300th anniversary we will welcome some guest preachers to the pulpit of First Congregational Church who have held significant leadership roles in the United Church of Christ. This past Sunday, the Rev. Dr. Davida Foy Crabtree joined us. Dr. Crabtree has served in a variety of settings across the United Church of Christ. From 1996 until her retirement in 2010 she was the Conference Minister for the historic Connecticut Conference of the United Church of Christ, the first woman to hold that position. From 1991-1996, she served as the Conference Minister of the Southern California Conference, UCC. Dr. Crabtree's other accomplishments include being the founder and first executive director of the Prudence Crandall Center for Women in New Britain, Campus Minister and Director of Greater Hartford Campus Ministry, and Senior Minister of the Colchester (CT) Federated Church. Her most recent position was as Interim Vice President for Advancement at Andover Newton Theological School. Other leadership positions include serving as Interim and Acting Conference Minister in the Florida and Missouri Mid-South Conferences. She has also played an important role on numerous Boards in the denomination and in the greater Connecticut region. She has been a pioneer in innovative pastoral leadership, especially blazing trails for women in ministry and the use of inclusive language in worship.

On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, we focus on "The Mental Health Crisis on College Campuses.” Join us with special guest Lauren Watka Atwood, Campus Minister with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, as we delve into the challenges facing students in higher education. Stay tuned for an expert analysis of young adult culture and key insights into an emerging problem that deserves our attention and investment.

For the last few weeks, I've spoken about ‘Scary Church;' these churches failed their members by not teaching them proper biblical teachings and practices and not leading them in the past of discipleship. These were ‘scary churches' because the Christians were either uninterested or incapable of sharing their faith and representing their faith in the presence of others!                  Today, though, I will talk to you about a different type of ‘scary' church – a church that takes its responsibilities of training Christians seriously and leading them on a path of discipleship, and service. Let me begin with a true story, as told by a popular campus minister several years ago:               In the past, William Willimon, the Campus Minister at Duke Ministry, told of an intense phone call with a student's father. The father had complained that his daughter, a bright student with a bright future in the business world, had decided to change her life's plan and become a missionary to Haiti, an impoverished nation between Cuba and the Dominican Republic. He screamed in anger, “I hold you responsible for this!”  What follows is a brief recounting of the conversation:                 Willimon asked him, “Why me?” The father stated clearly, “Because you ingratiated yourself and filled her mind with all this religious stuff.” The minister asked the father, “Sir, weren't you the one who had her baptized?” He replied, “Well, well, well, yes.” “And didn't you take her to Sunday School when she was a little girl?” “Well, well, yes.” “And didn't you allow your daughter to go on those youth group ski trips to Colorado in high school?” “Yes. . . what does that have to do with anything?” “Sir, you're the reason she's throwing it all away. You introduced her to Jesus. Not Me!” The exasperated father exclaimed at this, “But all we wanted was a Presbyterian.”    The minister closed the conversation by saying, “Well, sorry, sir, you messed up. You've gone and made a disciple!”   That is the result of a ‘scary' church! An individual who takes their faith seriously seeks God's call on their life and then, if necessary, sacrifices their former plans to follow God's leading – no matter what!  That is the result of a scary church, and that is the result of a scary faith – a faith that disrupts one's life plans and leads them to a life of sacrifice, and service. . . and blessing! Jesus said this in one of his sermons, in Matthew 10:37 ff: “He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me, and he who loves son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me.    And he who does not take his cross and follow Me is not worthy of Me.  He who has found his life shall lose it, and he who has lost his life for My sake shall find it.”       Jesus fully intended for us to be a part of a scary church that taught us to follow Him and to become a scary Christian who would stop at nothing to follow Him. History has shown that scary Christians are an often unstoppable force behind some of God's greatest movements in history! Let us all be diligent in the practice of our faith and choose to be obedient to God's call every day.     You can best support our Ministry by sharing these videos with your friends and family.   We also need your financial contributions to make our ministries possible. You can contribute online at https://firstbaptistofindependence.aware3.net/give/   Thank you for listening. We will see you next week!

WELCOME TO SEASON 20:00:  We review FD's NPR voice.1:25:   Mike talks about his experience of doing Sports on NPR.2:22:   We talk about 2024 and our looking forward to this for many years.3:00:  We talk about Generations among ourselves.3:30:   The Catholic Project at Catholic U is the subject today .4:20:   Priests and the Orthodoxy range in the study.5:00:  Fr Eric talks about how he sees this play out in inquirers at the seminary.6:00:   FD talks about how St. JPII and Pope Benedict were priests of the 2nd Vatican Council and were looked on as more progressive at one point.7:19:  Liturgical or Theological or Eccesiological?  Or all these things?8:00:  Is this the Spirit of reform of Vatican II and a resulting backlash?  9:00:  We have a diocesan seminary and Fr. Garris talks about how Priests relate to each other among generations.9:40:  FD notes that it's important to have priest-friends who don't think like you do.11:00. The Church has everyone in it.11:24:   Mike talks about how Fr. Casey Cole, OFM --speaks about wearing the habit and his experience of working as a Campus Minister in the Gross Anatomy Lab.13:20:  Fr. Eric talks about how he tries not to divide priests into categories.14:20:  The 2nd Vatican Council had to shake itself out and some clarifications needed to be made with the New Catechism.15:10:  Young People want things that last in faith traditions.15:50:   How is this being reflected in Pope Francis' papacy?17:00:   Mike's experience with a priest who was a Catholic radio Broadcaster.18:14:  Some more takes on the new study that gives a small snapshot.19:00:   Fr Eric's experience of a funeral that brought a bunch of people together.19:44:   Church Search does to St. James in Lakewood.23:28:   Readings for Epiphany24:00:  A musical interlude.24:40:  The FOUR Kings?25:12:  A stained glass window of the Magi is explored by FD.To get your question of faith answered by us: Email Mike here

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Annette Bergeon and Jonna Schuster to discuss how Christians can powerfully respond to the Epidemic of Loneliness. Annette Bergeon is the CEO of Endow. She is a cradle Catholic who was born and raised in Ohio. She earned engineering degrees from Purdue University and the University of Michigan, and an MBA in Finance and Operations Management from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. She is a wife and mother of three living in Colorado. She has been involved with Endow Groups for almost a decade and is passionate about the mission to educate women about their true nature and dignity.Jonna Schuster is Director and Co-Founder of Catholic Revival Ministries, where she equips Catholics to bring supernatural impact to the world by partnering with the Holy Spirit in power and love. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois and Christendom Graduate School, with degrees in Graphic Design and Moral Theology, respectively. She spent 10 years as a full-time Director of Youth Ministry in the diocese of Arlington, VA, before which she served for two years as the first Campus Minister at Western Illinois University.Click here to start an Endow Group: https://www.endowgroups.org/getting-started/considering-or-hosting-a-new-endow-group/Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Fr. Jason Feigh, the Chaplain here at Cathedral Prep, provides us with some of his stories and experiences throughout his time at Prep which began as the Campus Minister in 2013. Fr. Jason then discusses with us how in his role he is able to helpvdevelop the faith life of our students, how he collaborates with the faculty/staff for our students spiritual growth, and what this work means to him here at Prep and the joys it brings him. Also, with 1 week until Christmas, Fr. Jason shares with us a special message for the Christmas season!

Did you know that some people go to Graceland to get married? Well, it was high on the list for today's guest on Coffee in the Swarm... and apparently for his grandma.  That's right, It's time for another episode of Coffee in the Swarm, and this time the whole team is on the scene. Join co-hosts, Aliyah Farrell and Levi Triplett, along with Campus Minister, Mike Hoffman, as they get Freshman Christian Biwott to share a little bit about himself and his hopes for the church. NOTE: As of this recording, Christian is still single!! Download TranscriptThanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services). All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey. NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

Food insecurity and historic food-related inequity is a topic at William & Mary that does not necessarily get talked about enough, as it is something that many students have never had to experience themselves. The Campus Food Exchange is a confidential program that provides access to nonperishable food, household products, and personal hygiene products to students, faculty, and staff. Campus Minister with the Wesley Campus Ministry Max Blalock joins us today to talk about what the Campus Food Exchange does, how food insecurity is a real historic (and often ignored) issue in the City of Williamsburg, and what some misconceptions are about the Wesley House.Campus Food Exchange Hours:Sadler Location, Rm. 157Sunday-Thursday 7:00am -- 12:00amFriday-Thursday 7:00am -- 1:00amWesley Location (526 Jamestown Rd.)Mondays 1:00pm -- 3:00pmThursdays 4:30pm -- 6:30pmSaturdays 3:00pm -- 5:00pm Resources:Max's email: mwblalock@wm.eduMax's phone number: (757) 634-7406Campus Food Exchange website

In this Say Yes to Holiness 1:1 Conversation podcast, Christina speaks with Jen Moeser, Parish & Leadership Specialist from the Archdiocese of Omaha.   Jen Moeser has served as the Associate Director, Parish Support and Leadership Specialist in the Archdiocese of Omaha since 2013. Prior to that  she was the Assistant Director of Evangelization and Outreach at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Center and worked as Campus Minister at O'Gorman High School. Jen Moeser has a Master of Arts in Theology/Theological Studies from the Augustine Institute in Denver, CO as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies/Philosophy from Mount Mary University. Our conversation revolved around what is the foundation upon which to share the Gospel with others, how continued formation empowers change, and why a culture shift is necessary within our environments before we begin to see real transformation.     I pray that this converstion may help you begin to think differently so that you can bear fruit either thirty, sixty or hundredfold for our Lord so that together, we can tell the Master of Death, "Not Today!"   To watch Jen Moeser talk about how to use the method of mentorship, go to: https://equip.archomaha.org/the-method-of-mentorship/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sayyestoholiness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sayyestoholiness/support

Dr. John Vervaeke and Joe Alto explore the intersections of philosophy, psychology, virtue, and spirituality. Dr. Vervaeke, a cognitive psychologist, and Joe Alto, a campus minister, and aspiring clinical mental health counselor, dissect the modern meaning crisis and offer refreshing perspectives on living a virtuous life. This discussion is a nourishing blend of philosophical insights and therapeutic practices, creating a unique roadmap for anyone grappling with questions of meaning, goodness, and beauty. The episode brings forth debates on the diminishing efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and underscores the essentialness of integrating philosophical ideas back into modern psychology. Joe Alto also shares compelling thoughts on his role as a spiritual guide in today's complex world, especially for those navigating existential challenges. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to cultivate virtues, tackle a meaning crisis, or simply broaden their understanding of spirituality and mental health.   Joe Alto is a burgeoning intellectual force in the realms of psychology, philosophy, and theology. Currently a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student and the Campus Minister at Woodstock University in Cleveland, Ohio, Joe effortlessly melds academia with spirituality as a devoted Catholic. He's the charismatic host of "The Gist with Joe," a YouTube channel where he engages in enlightening conversations with great minds to distill the essence—the "gist"—of their intellectual and spiritual quests. His explorations focus on unearthing the good, the true, and the beautiful, making each dialogue not just a discussion, but a journey towards deeper understanding.   Resources:   Joe Alto: YouTube | Podcast Dr. John Vervaeke: Website | YouTube | Patreon | X | Facebook   The Vervaeke Foundation Voices with Vervaeke - YouTube: Discovering the Four Leaps: Reason, Love, Faith, and Body | DC Schindler and Ken Lowry The Quest for a Spiritual Home: Conference Warmup | John Vervaeke, Jonathan Pageau & Paul VanderKlay AI: The Coming Thresholds and The Path We Must Take | Internationally Acclaimed Cognitive Scientist More Christ - YouTube: Paul Vander Klay, Spencer Klavan, and Michael Martin: Presence and Community in the Internet Age Rafe Kelley - YouTube John Vervaeke & Lex Friedman on Return to the Source Alone with Others: An Existential Approach to Buddhism - Stephen Batchelor  How to Save the West: Ancient Wisdom for 5 Modern Crises - Spencer Klavan The Primacy of Beauty, the Centrality of Goodness, and the Ultimacy of Truth - D.C. Schindler Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)   People: Rick Repetti Henri de Lubac Clay Rutledge Nancy Snow Ryan Barton Eric Foster (Upfire Digital)   Timecodes: [00:00:00] Dr. John Vervaeke introduces the episode and sets the stage for a dual interview with Joe Alto, who runs a YouTube channel called The Gist with Joe.  00:02:07 — Dr. John Vervaeke casts light on the fascinating intersection of his work with Joe's Catholic beliefs. The discussion pivots around truth, goodness, and beauty as unifying themes. 00:04:01 — The hosts discuss the intertwining of spirituality and counseling. Joe Alto reveals how various religious beliefs manifest in the world of mental health care. 00:07:57 — Dr. Vervaeke introduces philosophical counseling. He frames it as a solution to existential confusion rather than treating pathology, lending a fresh perspective to the mental health discourse. 00:11:00 — Joe Alto maps out his plans for catering to high-insight individuals. 00:15:00 — Joe Alto dives deep into the relationship between virtue and beauty, painting a vivid tapestry that includes insights from a college-read book, "Alone With Others" by Steven Batchelor. 00:17:00 — Dr. Vervaeke poses an intriguing question: How do beauty and virtue play out in psychotherapeutic practice? Especially pertinent for those grappling with existential confusion or a crisis of meaning. 00:19:20 — With a personal touch, Joe Alto discusses the complex interplay of guilt in the lives of highly insightful individuals. It's a delicate dance between self-awareness and the burden of consciousness. 00:23:20 — John Vervaeke unveils the universal triad of truth, good, and beauty. These "transcendentals," as he calls them, open up avenues for a deeper understanding across domains. 00:27:40 — Dr. Vervaeke advises on the intricate balance between truth, goodness, and beauty. Each, he suggests, has its unique form of "ultimacy." 00:38:33 — Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) comes under scrutiny. Dr. Vervaeke critiques its current use, specifically, its detachment from the original Stoic context. 00:41:20 — An amalgamation of cognitive and existentialist techniques in therapy is put on the table. Vervaeke brings in Stoicism and Buddhism, proposing a rich blend of therapeutic methods. 00:46:20 — Academic rigor meets practice as Joe Alto discusses Nancy Snow's empirical work on virtue cultivation. The focus sharpens on the value of scientific backing in psychological research. 00:51:28 — The theme of authentic living emerges. Dr. Vervaeke elucidates his aspiration to be truly Socratic, refusing to compromise this ethos for fame or influence. 00:54:02 — Mindfulness and dialogical practices are spotlighted as pivotal elements in Dr. Vervaeke's work. An "ecology" to nurture these practices is passionately advocated for. 01:00:25 — Fatherhood becomes a poignant lens through which Joe Alto examines reality. Personal life and intellectual pursuits collide, resulting in an enriched understanding of existence. 01:03:31 — Dr. Vervaeke delicately balances aspiration and humility, sharing his hope to influence a sizable audience without crossing into the realm of idolization. 01:07:58 — The digital and the physical intersect as virtue, virtuosity, and the virtual world are dissected. Dr. Vervaeke emphasizes the urgency of translating online actions into real-world impact. 01:10:20 — Beauty gets another layer of complexity as Joe poses a philosophical question about physical attractiveness. Is beauty in the eye of the beholder, or is it an intrinsic quality? 01:13:05 — The episode culminates in a profound note on the essence of inner beauty. Both speakers agree that true beauty is far more than skin deep, anchoring the conversation in an emotional and spiritual richness.

Preached by Dan Winchester, Campus Minister in Madison, Wisconsin, on 8/3/23

Preached by Mitchell Perez, Campus Minister in Tallinn, Estonia, on 8/1/23

For two weeks at the end of July and the beginning of August, 9 disciples from different parts of the United States traveled to Riga, Latvia and Tallinn, Estonia. The purpose of the trip was to encourage the churches there by praying, fellowshipping, sharing faith, and creating connections. The theme of the two weeks was "Win The World." These are some of the lessons from that series. 1 Samuel 17 - David and GoliathPreached by Adrian Busuioc, Campus Minister at Rigas Kristus Draudze, on 7/28/23

For two weeks at the end of July and the beginning of August, 9 disciples from different parts of the United States traveled to Riga, Latvia and Tallinn, Estonia. The purpose of the trip was to encourage the churches there by praying, fellowshipping, sharing faith, and creating connections. The theme of the two weeks was "Win The World." These are some of the lessons from that series. Daniel 6 - Daniel in the Lion's DenPreached by Dan Winchester, Campus Minister in the Madison Church of Christ, in Riga, Latvia on 7/27/23

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Annette Bergeon to interview her and Jonna Schuster from Catholic Revival Ministries on the vice of Gossip and the gift of Prophecy. Annette Bergeon is the CEO of Endow. She is a cradle Catholic who was born and raised in Ohio. She earned engineering degrees from Purdue University and the University of Michigan, and an MBA in Finance and Operations Management from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. She is a wife and mother of three living in Colorado. She has been involved with Endow Groups for almost a decade and is passionate about the mission to educate women about their true nature and dignity. Jonna Schuster is Director and Co-Founder of Catholic Revival Ministries, where she equips Catholics to bring supernatural impact to the world by partnering with the Holy Spirit in power and love. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois and Christendom Graduate School, with degrees in Graphic Design and Moral Theology, respectively. She spent 10 years as a full-time Director of Youth Ministry in the diocese of Arlington, VA, before which she served for two years as the first Campus Minister at Western Illinois University. To study the philosophy and theology of St. Thomas Aquinas, check out Endow Studies on Aquinas Part I and II: https://www.endowgroups.org/store/adult-study-guides/study-guide-aquinas-for-beginners-part-i/https://www.endowgroups.org/store/adult-study-guides/study-guide-aquinas-for-beginners-part-ii/Other links mentioned in the episode: Gossip is a Sickness, Prophecy is the Cure: https://review.catechetics.com/gossip-sickness-prophecy-cureCatholic Revival Ministries: https://www.catholicrevivalministries.comGood Words Journal: https://www.goodwordsjournal.comThe Sin of Gossip by Msgr. Pope: https://aleteia.org/2015/01/16/the-sin-of-gossip/Reclaiming Prophecy: https://www.catholicrevivalministries.com/blog/reclaiming-prophecySupport the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

“To be a disciple of Jesus is to love what Jesus loves, and Jesus loves creation.” Why is a large portion of one of the most spiritually rich generation of emerging adults leaving their faith? Falon Barton suggests that it is because their churches (and religion in general) are not addressing their strong value in justice. As one very connected to the season of emerging adults herself, one of Falon's big questions has been about environmental justice. In this episode we talk with Falon about creation care, discipleship, and engaging today's emerging adults in our church communities by valuing what they are concerned and listening to what they have to say.   Falon is the Campus Minister at the University Church of Christ Malibu at Pepperdine University, where she offers pastoral care to college students, and preaches and teaches regularly for the congregation. Falon has a Doctor of Ministry from Lipscomb University, as well as a Master's degree in Theology and Bachelor's degrees in Journalism and Hispanic Studies from Pepperdine University. One of her primary interests in her academic research and her work with emerging adults is environmental justice, especially Christians' responsibility to participate in God's mission to all creation. She and her spouse, Nate, recently welcomed their first child, Soren. You can connect with Falon via email: falon.barton@pepperdine.edu. Be sure to check out her recent presentation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlHLDILr9_g&ab_channel=PepperdineChurchRelationshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlHLDILr9_g&ab_channel=PepperdineChurchRelations and her Doctor of Ministry project, “New Embodiments of Ancient Wisdom: How Green Spiritual Practices of Simplicity can Meaningfully Integrate Faith and Environmental Justice Among Emerging Adults.”

Join us as we continue our 75 hard series with our Campus Minister Will Galloway as preaches about the spiritual discipline of studying scripture! Please let us know how we can be praying for you. We hope to see you next week as we talk about Prayer and Journaling in our 75 hard series. Have a blessed week!

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Ryan Ayala on Bishop Olmsted's Apostolic Exhortation to Catholic men and how this document can be read and studied by not only adult men, but by high school teenage boys while the girls participate in our high school Endow studies.Link to the Apostolic Exhortation: https://dphx.org/into-the-breach/ Link to the series on Formed: https://watch.formed.org/into-the-breach Ryan Ayala is the Director of Marriage and Family Life at Saint Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. He has been married for seven years and is blessed to have three children. Previously, he served as the Director of Campus Evangelization and Theology Teacher at Saint Mary's Catholic High School and Youth Leader at Saint Thomas the Apostle in Phoenix. He also teaches the Youth Specialization course for the Kino Institute at the Diocesan Pastoral Center. Prior to his arrive to Phoenix, he served as a Campus Minister at the University of Notre Dame. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Holy Cross College and a Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Mary. Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Mitch Mason serves as the FCA Football Chaplain at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is responsible for the spiritual and character development of the team.  Before arriving in Chapel Hill, Mitch was the Associate Pastor of FreeWay Church in Clemson, SC. He was a Campus Minister at Clemson University and served as a mentor with Clemson Football in the TigerHood program. He received his biblical education at Southwestern Assemblies of God University. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Masters in Theological Studies. He is an ordained Reverend and previously served as a telephone crisis counselor and suicide prevention counselor at the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay where he also worked with Sexual Assault Services. From 1993-1996, Mitch was a four year starter at cornerback for Missouri Western State University where he became a two-time All American that held the school record for interceptions (16) upon graduation. After attending some NFL Free Agent camps, Mitch finished his football career in the Arena League. He later coached Arena Football and also coached at Army in West Point, NY in 2009. In 2014, Mitch was inducted into the Missouri Western State University Hall of Fame. A native of West Palm Beach, Florida, Mitch attended Suncoast Community High School. He and his wife Chondra have been married for 21 years and have two teenagers: Sydney and Riley. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefranjohn/support

Preaching for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, JoAnn Melina Lopez offers a reflection on our call to journey to the tomb and co-create, with God, new life: "God is bringing life to birth, restoring and renewing our world. Do we see it? God is calling us to partner in rolling away the stones and untying the bonds of injustice. Do we hear it? This resurrection hope in the life-giving power of God is not just something for us to say we believe, but it must be encountered and experienced – and it only comes to us who are at the tomb. We must be willing to acknowledge our suffering, and the suffering of the world, and open ourselves up to God's Spirit at work." JoAnn Melina Lopez, M.Div. has been immersed in Catholic formation, education, and action for fifteen years. After completing her undergraduate degree at Saint Joseph's University, she served as a Jesuit Volunteer in Houston, working with asylum seekers and refugees. She received her Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry and spent seven years as Campus Minister for Liturgy at Seattle University. JoAnn currently serves as Director of Faith Formation at St. Basil's Catholic Parish in Toronto, and is pursuing a diploma focused on social justice and community empowerment. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/03262023 to learn more about JoAnn, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Preaching for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Crystal Caruana Sullivan offers a reflection on our relationship to God's law and our journey of discipleship: "A 'rule book' may work as a moral guide for a three-year-old. But we need something more than the prescriptive starting point or set of rules or list of laws. We need Jesus. We need Jesus, who takes us deeper into the mystery of God's wisdom – who invites us to go deeper into the heart of God as we live into God's kingdom. And this is the harder route – because it requires that we choose – each and every day – to surrender our complicated opinions and relationship with the law – and to trust in God, to show us how to follow. " Crystal Sullivan lives in Dayton, OH and has served as the Executive Director of Campus Ministry at the University of Dayton, A Catholic Marianist university, since 2011. She holds a Master of Theological Studies from Weston Jesuit School of Theology, bachelors in Religious Studies and Biology from Kalamazoo College, and is a certified Campus Minister and Marianist Educational Associate. Crystal is a Lay Marianist and a member of the Micah Theotokos community. Crystal and her spouse David have two adult children. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/02122023 to learn more about Crystal, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

We close out November reflecting on Black Catholic History Month with Rudy Dehaney. Rudy is a Baltimore native who has held many ministerial roles working with youth and young adults. In his current work, he serves as the Director of the Faith Formation Center for the Northeast Catholic Community and a part-time Campus Minister for Notre Dame Maryland University. Rudy and Cecilia recently had the opportunity to address the entire United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on the topic of cultural diversity, representation, and walking with young Catholics. During this episode, Rudy shares his reflections on being Black and Catholic and why representation in the Church is so important. Open your hearts for this conversation: it was honest, joyful, challenging, and soul-filling all at the same time.

In this special episode Fr. Nathan discusses All Souls' Day, Dia de Los Muertos with Guest: Manuel Guzman V. Manuel "Manny" Guzman V is a 7th-generation Arizonian who grew up in the town of Superior. He graduated from the University of Arizona, is a Dominican Laity, and is the Business Manager and Campus Minister at St. Thomas More Catholic Newman Center at the U of A. Manny is also the President of Rebuild Superior, Inc. which partners with the town of Superior's municipalities and non-profits to create a better tomorrow for Superior. Connect with Manny:Manny@UACatholic.orghttps://www.rebuildsuperioraz.orgConnect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.

Mitch Mason currently serves with FCA as the UNC Football Team Chaplain, in Chapel Hill, NC. Before UNC, Mitch was the Associate Pastor of FreeWay Church in Clemson, SC. He was a Campus Minister at Clemson University served with Clemson Football team. He attended SAGU for his biblical education. Mitch is married to Chondra and they […] The post Episode 183: Mitch Mason, FCA-UNC Football Team Chaplain first appeared on All In Sports Outreach.

Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress O.P. has been a guest on the show many times but this is his first time in the cohost chair. He is a Dominican priest who serves as the Campus Minister at the University of Virginia. Taylor met him at a conference while Father was dressed up in a dinosaur costume and the rest is history. They discuss how we are all more equipped to minister to people than we may expect, how Taylor avoids social media bans & how sometimes people are just trying way to hard and need to chill. We hope you enjoy this week's episode! Connect with Fr. Joseph-Anthony: Instagram | @jakressop Instagram | @Catholichoos Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show and #MakeCatholicismFunAgain by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

Archbishop Vigneron discusses Respect Life Month in October, including its significance this year as people in Michigan prepare to vote on Proposal 3, which seeks to include unregulated abortion rights in the state constitution. Note to readers: This episode was recorded in early September, before the proposal was officially placed on the ballot. Show Notes: 0:17 — Our hosts greet each other and catch up on the past few weeks. 2:57 — Mary Wilkerson shares about her new role as a Campus Minister at Divine Child Catholic School in Dearborn. 4:04 — Archbishop Vigneron offers a message of encouragement to Catholic school teachers, parents, and students as they begin a new academic year. 5:35 — With the July 1 launch of the second wave of Families of Parishes, Mike asks Archbishop Vigneron to reflect on his perspective of this transformation in our local Church and to look forward at the next steps. 8:47 — Mary introduces this month's topic: Respect Life Month. She asks Archbishop about the significance of this month taking place in October. 10:30 — Archbishop explains what “respect life” means from a Catholic perspective. 14:15 — Mike asks Archbishop Vigneron about some of the events and initiatives taking place in the Archdiocese of Detroit during Respect Life Month, including two Masses: One on October 2 to thank God for the sacred gift of human and life and another on October 23 for those who have suffered miscarriages or infant loss. 19:33 — Mary invites Archbishop Vigneron to talk about the Walking with Moms in Need initiative and how the Archdiocese of Detroit and the whole Church in the United States are re-doubling their efforts to support all mothers and their families. 26:00 — Archbishop Vigneron speaks about Proposal 3, a proposed constitutional amendment that, if passed, would allow unregulated abortion in Michigan. He shares how Catholics can work to defeat this proposal. 35:47 — Archbishop answers listener questions about his first car, administering the Sacrament of the Sick, and his favorite homilies. 44:36 — The episode concludes with a prayer and blessing.

We are joined by the newly appointed Dean for Spiritual Life and Campus Minister, Rev. Louisa Ward. Louisa heads up an essential aspect of the student experience on campus. We dive into the value of spiritual development during college and the various avenues where students can express and practice their faith on campus. 

Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we continued our weekly theme: "Campus Week". We discussed the importance of who we hang around with. What kind of company do we keep? Bad company corrupts good character, and our scripture reference was I Corinthians 15. Good company can change a life. College is an especially pivotal time in who we call our friends. One of our guests was Alexandria Bobbitt. She is a Campus Minister with InterVarsity Fellowship. We also talked with R. York Moore. He is a speaker, author, TikToker, and President/CEO of the Coalition for Christian Outreach. You can hear highlights of the program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are joined this week by Brooks Harwood, Campus Minister for RUF at the University of Houston!  Colossians 2:8-15 | Rev. Brooks Harwood

En el 2023 se llevará a cabo en el Vaticano, la XVI Asamblea General Ordinaria del Sínodo de los Obispos, titulada 'Por una Iglesia sinodal: comunión, participación y misión'. ¿Pero qué es el Sínodo? ¿Con qué se come? ¿Qué es un proceso Sinodal? En esta serie de entrevistas mensuales en Café con Cristo te lo vamos a explicar con nuestra invitada Alejandra Sastoque, Campus Minister de la Universidad de Loyola, ¡no te lo puedes perder!

Listen in and level up your ministry with Shad & Paul as they interview Chad Brewer of Reformed University Fellowship. Chad has spent 21 years with RUF as a Campus Minister at the University of Missouri, Penn State University, the University of Minnesota, and the University of California, Irvine. Over the years the Lord has grown his heart to see the nations reached by the Gospel. In 2019, he began directing the ministries of RUF-International and RUF-Global. Chad is married to Christie and they have 3 daughters.