Podcasts about empty chairs

Justin from Empty Chairs joins us to share about his efforts to create community for LGBTQ within the Catholic church. After coming out and realizing he didn't believe being gay was wrong, he started speaking out about the issue and realized there were a lot more like him than he imagined! https://empty-chairs.org/

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey through grief, particularly focusing on the challenges of moving on after the loss of her child, Christopher. She emphasizes the importance of being real about grief, discussing the emotional struggles that come with the holidays, and offering coping strategies for those who are grieving. Cristi highlights the pain of seeing others move on while feeling stuck in grief, and she provides insights on how to navigate the complexities of holiday gatherings while honoring one's own needs and emotions Takeaways Grief is a unique journey that requires honesty. The pain of moving on can be overwhelming. Holidays can trigger deep emotional pain for grievers. It's important to honor your own needs during grief. Isolation can be a coping mechanism for some. Coping strategies include wearing comforting clothing and staying hydrated. It's okay to not feel thankful during Thanksgiving. Grief can manifest in unexpected ways, including physical symptoms. People often minimize the experiences of those who are grieving. Acknowledging sadness is a vital part of the healing process.

Speaker: Kevin BruchertWelcome to Meizon Church.  This is Episode #168"Summer Jams 2024 - Empty Chairs at Empty Tables"Please, stay for a special Meizon Church family announcement at the end of this program.  If you have any questions contact coreteam@meizonchurch.com.

In this episode, Bruce and Connie discuss their recent Disney Cruise Line adventure. They share their excitement about Disney cruising and dispel the misconception that it's only for kids. They talk about the process of boarding the ship and their experiences in the staterooms. They also discuss the dining options and the abundance of food on the cruise. They highlight the importance of family time and the magical entertainment provided on the ship.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Surprise Topic 01:14 Excitement about Disney Cruising 04:29 Disney Cruise is Not Just for Kids 07:42 Arriving at the Cruise Terminal 09:31 Staterooms and Accommodations 13:36 Dining and Food Experiences 20:00 Family Time and Entertainment 37:06 Castaway Key - Disney's Private Island 41:25 Ice Cream Adventures 43:18 Biking on Castaway Key 44:08 Cabanas and Empty Chairs 45:07 Fireworks and Tipping 47:03 Extra Tips and Shoutouts 48:28 Buffet Dining Strategy 50:43 Longer Itineraries and Bike Excursions 52:08 Hot Tub Tips and Seasickness 53:25 Wrapping Up and Show Support Join Club UTM :  https://www.clubutm.co     This episode is brought to you by Unlocking The Magic Travel.  https://www.UnlockingTheMagicTravel.com   Join Team Tonga:  https://bit.ly/2YVC0nV​   Join Team Talks:  https://www.bit.ly/3dxyUvC​   Check out our latest design:  https://bit.ly/2YVC0nV​ Our Favorite Books  How to be like Walt: https://amzn.to/31qyFxx​ Walt Disney An American Original: https://amzn.to/31r2XjD​ One Little Spark : https://amzn.to/3jfVASr​ Dream It Do It: https://amzn.to/31qs5Hd​

Please see our Show Notes.Please send errata or other feedback to hello@seattlehallpass.orgChristie and Jane discuss the February 7, 2024 Seattle School Board meeting, focusing on the process to fill vacancies following the resignations of two board directors, district efforts related to Continuous School Improvement Plans, and an update on the legislative session.Support the showMusic by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, logo by Carmen Lau-Woo

Nollaig shona daoibh! Enjoy Irish & Celtic Christmas music for 2023 on show #640. The Gothard Sisters, Brad Tuck, The Chivalrous Crickets, The McDades, Mad Maudlin, Brendan Monaghan, The Langer's Ball, The Sternwheelers, Scythian, Corey Purcell, Drumspyder, Crossed Cannons, Clare Cunningham, Alisa Marie, Bart Zeal, Plunk Murray, Ashley Davis, Anne Roos & David Blonski, Enda Reilly GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items for Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2023 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2023 episode.  Vote Now! You can also follow our playlists on Spotify and YouTube. These feature the top songs two weeks after the polls open. It also makes it easier for you to add these artists to your own playlists. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:09 - The Gothard Sisters "Here We Come A Caroling" from A Celtic Christmas 3:24 - WELCOME 5:16 - Brad Tuck "The Christmas Ornament" from Songs for Christmastime 8:57 - The Chivalrous Crickets "Carol Set  -  Sussex Carol / Bring a Torch Isabella / In dulci jubilo / Ding Dong Merrily on High" from A Chivalrous Christmas 14:27 - The McDades "Dreaming on a Yuletide Night" from A Winter Collection 16:54 - Mad Maudlin "The Snowy Path" from Empty Chairs 20:35 - Brendan Monaghan "The Snow Fell Down" from Lovers Always Win 24:15 - FEEDBACK 25:50 - The Langer's Ball "Christmas in Carrick" from Single  -  2023 28:22 - The Sternwheelers "No Room For A Christmas Tree" from Fairytale of New York 32:38 - Scythian "I Saw Three Ships" from Christmas Out at Sea 35:48 - Corey Purcell "Arthur McBride" from Undaunted 41:48 - Drumspyder "Winter Nights" from Sunne and Mona 45:53 - Crossed Cannons "I'm Stuck in the Chimney" from A Pirate Christmas Story 48:41 - Clare Cunningham "Feel Good Christmas" from Feel Good Christmas 52:05 - THANKS 54:24 - Alisa Marie "O'Carolan's Cup" from Winter Harp (by the fireside) 56:30 - Bart Zeal "Yule" from December Celebrations 59:08 - Plunk Murray "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" from Christmas in the Pub 1:03:17 - Anne Roos & David Blonski "A Winter's Dance" from A Winter's Dance 1:07:55 - Ashley Davis (feat. Colin Farrell) "The Snows of Marrakesh" from Songs of the Celtic Winter II 1:11:28 - Enda Reilly "Tá An Nollaig Linn" from Christmas is With Us (Tá An Nollaig Linn) 1:14:18 - CLOSING 1:17:08 - The Celtic Kitchen Party "Jingle Bells" from One Celtic Christmas 1:20:29 - CREDITS The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember. Reduce, reuse, recycle, and think about how you can make a positive impact on your environment. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. This podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. Musicians rely on your support to keep making music. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. If you are a Celtic musician or in a Celtic band, then please submit your band to be played on the podcast. You don't have to send in music or an EPK. Just complete the permission form at 4celts.com. Do you want to enjoy more Celtic Christmas Music? We have a companion podcast that only runs during the last couple o'months of the year. It's called Celtic Christmas Music. There are over 70 episodes in the feed by some of the best independent Celtic bands with Christmas music. Patrons of that podcast also enjoy music - only episodes. That's a lovely way to enjoy Christmas music during the holiday. You can also pick up a free eBook called Celtic Musicians Guide to Digital Music while you're there. Email gift@bestcelticmusic THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! You are amazing. It is because of your generosity that you get to hear so much great Celtic music each and every week. Your kindness pays for our engineer, graphic designer, Celtic Music Magazine editor, promotion of the podcast, and allows me to buy the music I play here. It also pays for my time creating the show each and every week. As a patron, you get music - only episodes before regular listeners, vote in the Celtic Top 20, stand - alone stories, and you get a private feed to listen to the show.  All that for as little as $1 per episode. A special thanks to our Celtic Legends: Bill Mandeville, Marti Meyers, Brenda, Karen, Emma Bartholomew, Dan mcDade, Carol Baril, Miranda Nelson, Nancie Barnett, Kevin Long, Gary R Hook, Lynda MacNeil, Kelly Garrod, Annie Lorkowski, Shawn Cali HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every week, $1, $5, $26. Make sure to cap how much you want to spend per month. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/ #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Please email me. I'd love to see a  picture of what you're doing while listening or of a band that you saw recently. Email me at celticpodcast@gmail.

Join us for our series finale as Pastor Jarrod shows how we can deal with the three ‘Empty Chairs' at our tables due to estrangement, endangerment, and bereavement.  Grace is on a mission to kick the darkness in the Northeast. You can help by giving to our end-of-the-year offering at https://graceoc.com/KTDgiving Our Spiritual Care Ministry extends help to those walking through difficult times. Visit https://graceoc.com/spiritualcare/ to get connected with a spiritual care team member.

Enjoy a Super Moon with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #623. TJ Hull and Amanda Caretta - Hull, Poitín, Enda Reilly, Arise & Go, Corey Purcell, Mad Maudlin, The Bow Tides, Emerald Accent, Sylvia Platypus, Joey Abarta, The Langer's Ball, Charlie Rutan, Socks in the Frying Pan, Tim Cummings, Pete Sutherland, Brad Kolodner, Kalos GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Subscribe and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2023 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2023 episode.  Vote Now! Two weeks after the episode is launched, I compile your votes to update a playlist on Spotify and YouTube. These are the results of your voting. You can help these artists out by following the playlists and adding tracks you love to your playlists. Follow us on Facebook to find out who is added each week. Listen on Spotify and YouTube. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:02 - Intro: Lola Lariscy 0:21 - TJ Hull and Amanda Caretta - Hull "The Bank of Ireland" from Tippy Taps 3:59 - WELCOME 5:44 - Poitín "Super Moon" from One For The Road 11:05 - Enda Reilly "Come Back Paddy Reilly To Ballyjamesduff" from Whisperings 13:53 - Arise & Go "Jean - Paul Jigs: Le Tourment / Korolenko" from Meeting Place 17:20 - Corey Purcell "The Banks of Sweet Dundee" from Undaunted 23:21 - FEEDBACK 26:20 - Mad Maudlin "Tae the Beggin'" from Empty Chairs 29:50 - The Bow Tides "The Power of Three" from Sailing On 34:42 - Emerald Accent "One Voice" from All of Us 38:14 - Sylvia Platypus "Claudine Two" from Last Hurrah 41:14 - Joey Abarta "King of the Blind (Piece)" from King of the Blind 46:11 - THANKS 47:54 - The Langer's Ball "It Feels Good" from Hold Tight 50:39 - Charlie Rutan "Steps to Avalon" from Urban Village Piping 52:55 - Socks in the Frying Pan “When I'm Gone (Live)" from Raw & Ríl (Live) 57:02 - Tim Cummings, Pete Sutherland, Brad Kolodner "Jackson Falls" from The Birds' Flight 1:00:19 - CLOSING 1:01:23 - Kalos "Fare Thee Well" from Headland 1:05:18 - CREDITS The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to subscribe to the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Finally, please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME CELTOPHILE TO CELTIC MUSIC * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a musician and podcaster out of Atlanta, Georgia. This Podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Hey Celtic Bands, I'm looking for new music and stories in 2023. To submit your band, just complete the permission form at 4celts.com. You'll also find information on how to submit a story behind one of your songs or tunes. THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out at least four times a month. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. As a patron, you get music - only episodes before regular listeners, vote in the Celtic Top 20, and you get a private feed to listen to the show.  All that for as little as $1 per episode. A special thanks to our newest Patrons of the Podcast: Henry C, Erin R HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every week, $1, $5, $10. Make sure to cap how much you want to spend per month. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. In 2023, we're going on a Celtic Invasion of County Mayo in Ireland. We're gonna explore the area and get to know Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/ #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. How would you like to introduce an episode of the podcast? It's super easy. Contact me for details. Email me at celticpodcast@gmail or message me on Facebook, betty collette replied: "A bonus St. Patrick's Day show would be fabulous! Usually I'm sewing while I listen to the podcast. For St. Patrick's Day we love to listen to Irish/Celtic music all day so if it's in a podcast, we'll add that for our listening pleasure. And we ALWAYS have corned beef dinner!" Darin Wallace of the Stout Pounders wrote: "For St. Patrick's Day I am celebrating by playing music all day in pubs in Seattle, WA with my band Stout Pounders. We would love it if you featured one of our upbeat newer tracks from our Pour Decisions album.  :) Enjoy the big day and happy birthday in advance!! " Gordon Webb replied to the Celtic Music Magazine: "While listening I relax back in a recliner with my feet up. For your St. Patrics show, the more the better. Thanks for all of your years of shows." Catherine Koehler replied the Celtic Music Magazine: "I know I only need to answer one of the questions but I'm an overachiever so I will do all three.  What I always do while listening is something school related  -  I'm either grading papers or looking up or creating new assignments. I used to be quite low on St. Pat's but I have finally realized that there are many ways to be happy on this day of Irish celebration.  I live in a very "unusual" area that has no Irish culture at all.  I am a Celtic performer who must travel quite a distance in order to perform at festivals and events but that is impossible during the week since I work a regular job. I used to be sad to see all of my friends on Facebook singing and playing all week long!  I wanted so much to be with them and enjoying the festivities.  Then I realized that I was blessed to spend that time with my family...making an authentic Irish meal (NOT cornbeef and cabbage) and listening to those same friends on a mountain of CD's.  There are, of course, Irish libations involved. : - ) Now I look forward to the day as it was originally meant to be; a chance to share our faith and our heritage with others."  

It's not uncommon for a song to be written for one artist, only to become widely known after being recorded by another. It's less common for a song to have yet another rebirth decades later. That's just what happened with "Killing Me Softly with His Song." Originally inspired by Lori Lieberman's profound experience at a 1971 Don McLean concert, Norman Gimbel and Charles Fox's song underwent two dramatic reinventions, first by soul titan Roberta Flack in 1973, and then by Lauryn Hill and her band Fugees in 1996. In this episode, Kirk dives into all three versions, looking to better understand how each singer put her own spin on what was already a classically strong song.Written by: Music by Charles Fox, lyrics by Norman Gimbel with uncredited contributions by Lori LiebermanRecorded by: Lori Lieberman (1972), Roberta Flack (1973), Lauryn Hill & Fugees (1996)Albums: Lori Lieberman (1972), Killing Me Softly with His Song (1973), The Score (1996), A Thousand Dreams (1995), Truly (2022)ALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:"She sang ‘Killing Me Softly' before Roberta Flack. Now she just wants you to hear her side of the story," by Geoff Edgers for the Washington Post, 2020"Lori Lieberman comes to terms with 'Killing Me Softly'" by FaceCulture, 2010"Empty Chairs" by Don McLean from American Pie, 1971"Bonita Applebum" by A Tribe Called Quest from People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, 1989OUTRO SOLOIST: Joey BrinkJoey Brink is University Carillonist and Professor of Carillon at the University of Denver, where he performs daily on the 65-bell Williams Tower. An award-winning performer and composer, he has released two albums for carillon and performed widely across North America and Europe. Watch him record his solo on YouTube and check out his site at joeybrink.com.----LINKS-----SUPPORT STRONG SONGS!Paypal | Patreon.com/StrongsongsMERCH STOREstore.strongsongspodcast.comSOCIAL MEDIAIG: @Kirk_Hamilton | Threads: @Kirk_HamiltonNEWSLETTERhttps://kirkhamilton.substack.com/subscribeJOIN THE DISCORDhttps://discord.gg/GCvKqAM8SmOUTRO SOLO PLAY-A-LONG:https://soundcloud.com/kirkhamilton/strong-songs-outro-music-no-soloSTRONG SONGS PLAYLISTSSpotify | Apple Music | YouTube Music--------------------JULY 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCatherine WarnerDamon WhiteKaya WoodallDan AustinJay SwartzMiriam JoySEAN D WINNIERushDaniel Hannon-BarryAshley HoagChristopher MillerJamie WhiteChristopher McConnellDavid MascettiJoe LaskaKen HirshJezMelanie AndrichJenness GardnerJeanneret Manning Family FourDave SharpeSami SamhuriAccessViolationRyan TorvikElliot Jay O'NeillAndre BremerMark SchechterDave FloreyJULY 2023 HALF-NOTE PATRONSCallum WebbLynda MacNeilDick MorganZach WamplerBen SteinSusan GreenSean MurphyJake YumatillaAlan BroughRandal VegterGo Birds!Jeff SpeckSamuel MillettWhit SidenerChance McClainRobert Granatdave malloyTim RosenwongNick Gallowayjohn halpinPeter HardingDavidMeghan O'LearyJohn BaumanDax and Dane HuddlestonMartín SalíasTim HowesStu BakerSteve MartinoDr Arthur A GrayCarolinaGary PierceMatt BaxterGiantPredatoryMolluskLuigi BocciaRob AlbrightE Margaret WartonCharles McGeeCatherine ClauseEthan BaumanRenee DowningKenIsWearingAHatJordan BlockAaron WadeTravis PollardJamieDeebsPortland Eye CareCarrie SchneiderRichard SneddonJulian RoleffDoreen CarlsonDavid McDarbyWendy GilchristElliot RosenLisa TurnerPaul WayperBruno GaetaKenneth JungAdam StofskyZak RemerRishi SahayJason ReitmanAilie FraserVonNATALIE MISTILISJosh SingerPhino DeLeonAmy Lynn ThornsenAdam WKelli BrockingtonStephen RawlingsVictoria YuBrad Clarkmino caposselaSteve PaquinDavid JoskeEmma SklarBernard KhooRobert HeuerMatthew GoldenDavid NoahGeraldine ButlerRichard CambierMadeleine MaderJason PrattAbbie BergDoug BelewDermot CrowleyAchint SrivastavaRyan RairighMichael BermanOlivia BishopJohn GisselquistLinda DuffyLiz SegerEoin de BurcaKevin PotterM Shane BordersDallas HockleyJason GerryNathan GouwensLauren ReayEric PrestemonCookies250Damian BradyAngela LivingstoneDavid FriedmanSarah SulanDiane HughesMichael CasnerLowell MeyerStephen TsoneffLorenz SchwarzWenJack SjogrenGeoff GoldenRobyn FraserPascal RuegerRandy SouzaJCClare HolbertonDiane TurnerTom ColemanMark PerryDhu WikMelEric HelmJake RobertsJonathan DanielsMichael FlahertyJarrod SchindlerCaro Fieldmichael bochnerNaomi WatsonDavid CushmanAlexanderGavin DoigSam FennTanner MortonAJ SchusterJennifer BushDavid StroudAmanda FurlottiAndrew BakerJules BaileyAndrew FairL.B. MorseBrian AmoebasBrett DouvilleJeffrey OlsonMatt BetzelMuellerNate from KalamazooMelanie StiversRichard TollerAlexander PolsonEarl LozadaJustin McElroyArjun SharmaJames JohnsonKevin MorrellColin Hodo

Like many of us, Don McLean suffered through difficult passages in his life, many of which are reflected in his music. He wrote and recorded “Empty Chairs” when his marriage was failing. Despite the subject of lost love, I feel there is incredible beauty in the lyrics and the melody, and Mclean's unique guitar style. Although the subject is mentioned just once in the song, McLean chose the symbol to sum up his feelings and state of mind at the time. The title is inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's paintings of empty chairs. Mclean sympathized with Van Gogh and admired his paintings as revealed in his song “Vincent” recorded on the same album: “American Pie.” I've re-recorded “Empty Chairs” with a better guitar and some improved technique. Please enjoy listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-gittlin/message

Like many of us, Don McLean suffered through difficult passages in his life, many of which are reflected in his music. He wrote and recorded “Empty Chairs” when his marriage was failing. Despite the subject of lost love, I feel there is incredible beauty in the lyrics and the melody, and Mclean's unique guitar style. Although the subject is mentioned just once in the song, McLean chose the symbol to sum up his feelings and state of mind at the time. The title is inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's paintings of empty chairs. Mclean sympathized with Van Gogh and admired his paintings as revealed in his song “Vincent” recorded on the same album: “American Pie.” I've re-recorded “Empty Chairs” with a better guitar and some improved technique. Please enjoy listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-gittlin/message

Where the expression "no empty chairs" came from - President Ezra Taft Benson - https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-ezra-taft-benson/chapter-14-marriage-and-family-ordained-of-god?lang=engOne woman's story of feeling like she was an empty chair and how that didn't help her - https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2013/03/no-empty-chairs?lang=engShame is the “intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging" - Brené Brown -https://brenebrown.com/articles/2013/01/15/shame-v-guilt/"There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear" - 1 John 4:18-19 - https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/1-jn/4?lang=eng"Then Jesus beholding him loved him" - Mark 10:17-22 - https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/mark/10?lang=eng"You are worrying about the wrong problem. You just live worthy of the celestial kingdom, and the family arrangements will be more wonderful than you can imagine" - quoted by Pr. Henry B. Eyring - https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2016/08/the-hope-of-eternal-family-love?lang=engYou found me! If what you heard on the No Empty Chairs podcast gives you hope for more help, please schedule a free Conversation with Candice. You can also visit candiceclarkcoaching.com for more information about how coaching tools can help you keep your relationship with your children and your faith. While you're there, be sure to pull up a chair and sign up with your email to be the first to know about news and events for moms whose kids don't come to church. It's going to be okay, and even better!

Out of the Highlands to Glasgow we go with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Cantrip, Poitín, Wolf Loescher, Mark Kenneth, Mad Maudlin, Tullamore, Lauren Oxford, Seán Heely, Brobdingnagian Bards, Eireann's Call, Jesse Ferguson, Karen Matheson, The Tomfooligans, Chance the Arm, River Driver, Slugger's Rule GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Subscribe and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD — VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2023 episode.  Vote Now! Two weeks after the episode is launched, I compile your votes to update a playlist on Spotify and YouTube. These are the results of your voting. You can help these artists out by following the playlists and adding tracks you love to your playlists. Follow us on Facebook to find out who is added each week. Listen on Spotify and YouTube. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:02 - Intro: The Wizard and Willow 0:11 - Cantrip "Jigs" from Undark 5:54 - WELCOME 7:16 - Poitín "Mother And Child" from One For The Road 9:44 - Wolf Loescher & Mark Kenneth "Carrick - a - Rede" from Loescher+Kenneth 13:48 - Mad Maudlin "Think on Glasgow Set" from Empty Chairs 16:20 - Tullamore "Sweet Ellen Joyce" from Six Strings and Coffee Beans 19:38 – FEEDBACK We have a limited - edition Irish & Celtic Music Podcast shirt that is our store for the next month. It's a Celtic Pride Month shirt that features a rainbow colored Celtic knotwork with the podcast name in the middle. It's a bold way to share your love of the diversity of Celtic music and culture. 22:37 - Lauren Oxford "Streetlight Birds" from Lauren Oxford 25:33 - Seán Heely "Pipe Tunes from the Highlands" from Edge of the Bow 31:49 - Brobdingnagian Bards "Ye Jacobites By Name" from Real Men Wear Kilts 35:16 - Eireann's Call "My Ain True Love" from Tús 38:27 - Jesse Ferguson "Willie o' the Glass Tongue" from The Bard of Cornwall 42:43 - THANKS 44:40 - Karen Matheson "Laurel to a Wreath" from Still Time 48:25 - The Tomfooligans "McGregor's Pipes" 52:59 - Chance the Arm "Jug of Punch" from All in Good Time 57:15 - River Driver "Goodbye Mick and Goodbye Pat" from Traces 1:00:39 - CLOSING 1:01:44 - Slugger's Rule "Newry Highwayman" from Greatest Hits: Volume II 1:05:13 - CREDITS The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to subscribe to the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Finally, please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME CELTOPHILE TO CELTIC MUSIC * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a musician and podcaster out of Atlanta, Georgia. This Podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Hey Celtic Bands, I'm looking for new music and stories in 2023. To submit your band, just complete the permission form at 4celts.com. You'll also find information on how to submit a story behind one of your songs or tunes. THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out at least four times a month. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. As a patron, you get music - only episodes before regular listeners, vote in the Celtic Top 20, and you get a private feed to listen to the show.  All that for as little as $1 per episode. A special thanks to our Celtic Legends: Bill Mandeville, Marti Meyers, Meghan Walker, Dan mcDade, Carol Baril, Miranda Nelson, Nancie Barnett, Kevin Long, Gary R Hook, Lynda MacNeil, Kelly Garrod, Annie Lorkowski, Shawn Cali HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every week, $1, $5, $25. Make sure to cap how much you want to spend per month. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/ #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast?  You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email me at celticpodcast@gmail, message me on Facebook, or contact me through Mastodon @celtfather@c.im. Jim Dwyer sent a couple St Patrick's Day pictures   Solange Benoit emailed photos: "Hi Marc! Kilrush was busy again over the weekend with 3 gigs and boy, they did not disappoint!  Here are some pictures: "   Scott F. sent St Patrick's Day pictures of Ockham's Razor: "Hey Marc, I got a few of Ockham's Razor but I was too busy running sound to get too many more." Raven Lunatric with Ancient Order of Hibernians sent a photo of them in the parade. GERALD GUINN emailed photos: Hi Marc!  Hope your holiday was a joyous one as well!! I'm attaching a pic of the audience from our St. Patrick's show in Murfreesboro, TN, and one from the County Sumner Irish Festival that we played during this St. Patrick's season. Funny songs? Well, from our "Lager & Blood" album, I think "Irish Rover", "The Johnny Jump Up", "The Devil that You Know", and of course, "The Old Dun Cow" are all potential candidates!"  

Celtic music is an integral part of my life. But like all things, it could be gone tomorrow. We have to celebrate the things we love in the moment. You can do that on this week's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Hanneke Cassel, Emerald Accent, Lily Bentley, Ben Doran, Mad Maudlin, Jim Brady, The Bookends, Celtic Conundrum, Chris Crawford, The Langer's Ball, Kyle Carey, APRIL MOON BAND, Stout Pounders, The Tomfooligans, Niamh Dunne GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Subscribe and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2023 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2023 episode.  Vote Now! Two weeks after the episode is launched, I compile your votes to update a playlist on Spotify and YouTube. These are the results of your voting. You can help these artists out by following the playlists and adding tracks you love to your playlists. Follow us on Facebook to find out who is added each week. Listen on Spotify and YouTube. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:02 - Intro: Barehead Bards 0:11 - Hanneke Cassel "Evacuation Day" from Infinite Brightness 3:42 - WELCOME 5:16 - Emerald Accent "Brosna / Padraic O'keefe / Merrily Kiss the Quaker" from All of Us 10:10 - Celtic Conundrum "Rosen Bridge" from The Promise 14:25 - Ben Doran "Bridget O'Malley" from Ceol an Chroi II 16:48 - Mad Maudlin "MacPherson's Rant" from Empty Chairs 22:35 - FEEDBACK 28:24 - Jim Brady "Whiskey on a Sunday" from Whiskey on a Sunday 32:24 - The Bookends "Waving to Muireann" from A Celtic Celebration: The Bookends with the Stratford Symphony Orchestra 38:34 - APRIL MOON BAND "Molly Malone" from Single 40:45 - Chris Crawford "Sword of Celts" from Single 45:20 - The Langer's Ball "No Irish Need Apply" from Hard Time in the Country 48:15 - KYLE CAREY STORY Kyle Carey plays Gaelic Americana music. She's originally from New Hamshire and sings songs in Irish and Scots Gaelic. Her songwriting is inspired by American and Celtic folklore. 50:33 - Kyle Carey "Tell Me Love" from The Art of Forgetting 55:32 - THANKS 57:22 - Lily Bentley "Selkie's Call" from Ways of Calling 1:00:34 - Stout Pounders "Sometimes" from Pour Decisions 1:04:09 - The Tomfooligans "Bayou City" from Single 1:06:15 - CLOSING 1:07:06 - Niamh Dunne "Roads of Old Tralee w/ Joshua Burnside" from Tides The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to subscribe to the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. You'll get access to our Best of this Year Playlist. You can subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Finally, please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME CELTOPHILE TO CELTIC MUSIC * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a musician and podcaster out of Atlanta, Georgia. This Podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Do you have the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast app? It's 100% free. You can listen to hundreds of episodes of the podcast. Download it now. CELEBRATE THE THINGS YOU LOVE The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is here because of your kind and generous support. Almost 300 people pledge $1, $5, $10, even $25 every week so that you can enjoy the show four times a month. But not everyone wants or can afford to make a monthly donation to this podcast. And I get that. You should always make sure you are financially able to support the show if you love it. There's also another great way to support the podcast. You can make a one - off donation or buy something in our store at MageRecords.com. There's a Virtual Tip Jar if you just want to give a few bucks. You can buy a digital album, either one of mine or one of our compilations. You can buy a physical product like an Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t - shirt, pint glass, a sticker, or even a Celtic Heartstring necklace, hand - made by yours truly. No matter what you buy, you can always name your price if you want to just give a little bit more. There are other ways to support the podcast if you just want to donate through PayPal, Venmo or CashApp. You'll find a link to all of these items in the shownotes. A special thanks to our newest Patrons of the Podcast: Karl S Make a donation to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out at least four times a month. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. As a patron, you get music - only episodes before regular listeners, vote in the Celtic Top 20, and you get a private feed to listen to the show.  All that for as little as $1 per episode. HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every week, $1, $5, $10. Make sure to cap how much you want to spend per month. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. In 2023, we're going on a Celtic Invasion of County Mayo in Ireland. We're gonna explore the area and get to know Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/ #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can take a screenshot of the podcast on your phone. You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Or how about a picture you took of a band that you saw. How would you like to introduce an episode of the podcast? It's super easy. Contact me for details. Email me at celticpodcast@gmail, message me on Facebook, or contact me through Mastodon @celtfather@c.im. Betty Collette emailed: "I'm listening to today's new podcast and sewing! I make tshirt quilts and this one is #3 of 5. I love listening to Celtic music when I sew and especially on Thursdays with a new podcast! Thanks a bunch for all you share with us!" Solange Benoit commented on Facebook about Kilrush: "Love these guys and gal! Their friendship and genuine respect for each other, shows on stage. Individually talented but together, simply amazing!" Mary Beth Carty commented on Facebook: "Sometimes you just gotta go to the fair, and when you're there, you gotta... move through it Thanks for the spin, it's an honour!" Dan C sent a message on Patreon: "Hey Marc. Heard your request for new bands and I feel the Drowsy Lads would a excellent band to feature. I've heard them play on the main stages of the Dublin and Milwaukee Irish Music festivals. I personally sent them a submission form from your website and hoping they fill it out because their music is great. Thanks for all the hard work you do for the podcast. Cheers my friend" Bill M messaged on Patreon: "Hello Mark, You have asked for feedback hundreds of times over the past 15+ years.  But there was something about your 534th request  that moved me to type you this message. I am among the listeners who you once called – “the original iTunes 1,000”.  I think I started listening to your podcast at the same time I discovered iTunes. Figuring out how to download your podcast is the basically all I know how to do with my iPhone.  I am not any good with this social networking stuff.  In fact, I am not even certain if I am on the right website right now.  This message will likely shoot pass the Serenity and end up in the nihility of empty space.  But I will keep typing in the event this message somehow ends up on your desk. I literally listen to every one of your podcast at least once a year and more likely two or three times a year.  Before you get a restraining order, let me explain. I have a small goat dairy with about 15 goats.  I play your podcast for several hours a day, several days per week.  I download between 10 to 20 podcast every other week.  My sound system loops them over and over again, Monday through Saturday.  On Sunday I put on a playlist of religious music for the kids. Your biggest fan is my #1 goat, MayBelle.  If I can figure it out, I will attach a picture of her.  You might say I am writing you in her behalf.  MayBelle really likes the lovely voices of women singers.  Sometimes you catch her taking a pause to listen to an angelic voice.  She will stand in the doorway of the barn, where the music is the loudest, and sway back and forth, just listening to the music. And sometimes a song will make MayBelle throw a hoof my way.  MayBelle listens to your podcast while I am milking her.  She normally stands peacefully; but when you play some punk rock Celtic music; the change in tone startles her and she starts kicking. So since you keep asking for feedback, here it comes.  You might want to consider doing a shout - out before you start playing the more heavy, rock - and - roll music.  Say something like  -  “Hey MayBelle, here comes a head banger!”  This way she can go to her happy place for a while, or at least I get a cue to watch out for flying hooves. When I am not around the barn, I like to listen to your Pub Songs podcast.  In fact I am listening to Sci - Fi Pub Songs Podcast #265 as I type this message.   I don't play these podcasts in the paddock because some of the songs and stories have adult content that are not suitable for kids.  {just kidding  -  maybe} A little more feedback.  I really like the way you link the singers to your podcast.  You introduced me to the Wicked Tinkers, Boston Blackhorn,  Irish Rovers, Three Mile Stone –  just to name a few.  Your podcast makes it easy to find their websites and download songs for my eclectic collection of Celtic tunes.  I even downloaded some of the headbangers that make MayBelle's ears bleed. You have given me and my goats so many hours of wonderful and delightful music.   From all of us at MT Acres, we say – thank you, thank you, thank you......"

Songwriter Lori Lieberman wrote a poem about the impact Don McClean's song, "Empty Chairs" had on her. That poem became, "Killing Me Softly." Her co-writers were Norman Gimbel (lyricist) and Charles Fox (composer). They helped develop the poem into a full-fledged song. But years later, after their personal and professional relationship with Lori had gone sour, they attempted to re-write history, and claimed that the story of Lori writing the poem that became, "Killing Me Softly" was an "Urban Legend." In this episode of, "I'm All Over the Place" I sit down for an extensive conversation with Lori, whose version of "Killing Me Softly" pre-dates Roberta Flack's. We discuss her upbringing, her career, her relationship with Gimbel and Fox, and how she's doing today. Be sure to join the Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/darastarrtucker. Learn more about my music and how you can support this channel below: https://www.linktr.ee/daratuckerbSupport the show

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24 Series: Meeting Jesus at the Table We find Jesus in scripture today where we left him last week: as the guest at the table of an unnamed Pharisee. Sometime tries to restore some order after Jesus chastised the guests and the host, but Jesus would rather teach the group about the nature of God's kingdom. He tells a parable about a meal where all the "right" people are full of excuses and all the "wrong" people get fed. How do we respond to God's invitation to be a part of the Kingdom? Connect with the Canton UMC!

Happy St Patrick's Day. This is Part 1 of your St Paddy's Day celebration music from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #597. Part 2 will be out on St Patrick's Day. Cantrip, Wild Blue Yonder, The Out of Kilters, Wolf Loescher & Mark Kenneth, The Celtic Kitchen Party, Poitín, The Elders, Mary Beth Carty, Jesse Ferguson, Mad Maudlin, Seán Heely, Rambling Sailors, The Bow Tides, Kinnfolk, The Chieftains, Tan and Sober Gentlemen, The Haar, Altan, Banshee in the Kitchen, Wakefire, Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2023 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2023 episode.  Vote Now! Two weeks after the episode is launched, I compile your votes to update a playlist on Spotify and YouTube. These are the results of your voting. You can help these artists out by following the playlists and adding tracks you love to your playlists. Follow us on Facebook to find out who is added each week. Listen on Spotify and YouTube. GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Subscribe and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:02 - Intro: Mary Beth Carty 0:15 - Cantrip "Duncan Johnstone" from Undark 6:28 - WELCOME 8:37 - Wild Blue Yonder "LAST RUN OF THE WHITE HORSE" from single 13:17 - The Out of Kilters "Fifty Shades of Beer" from Hot Potatoes 16:24 - Wolf Loescher & Mark Kenneth "Charlie's Cadence (2/4 Pipe Marches)" from Loescher+Kenneth 19:59 - The Celtic Kitchen Party "The Temperance Song" from Last Call 23:33 - Poitín "The Knife In The Bread" from One For The Road 27:36 - The Elders "Red Sun" from Well Alright Then 32:34 - FEEDBACK 38:13 - Mary Beth Carty Feedback and Intro 40:03 - Mary Beth Carty "Lake Ainslie to Millburn" from Crossing the Causeway 43:54 - Jesse Ferguson "The River Driver" from The Bard of Cornwall 46:11 - Mad Maudlin "Empty Chairs" from Empty Chairs 50:14 - Seán Heely "Nights in Kerry" from Edge of the Bow 54:08 - Rambling Sailors "The Wellerman" from Tales From the White Horse 58:01 - The Bow Tides "The Baton Set" from Sailing On 1:02:04 - Kinnfolk "Loch Lomond" from The Knotted Circle 1:05:21 - THANKS 1:08:48 - The Chieftains "Ril Mhór Bhaile an Chalaidh (Great Reel of Baile an Chalaidh)" from Bear's Sonic Journals: The Foxhunt  -  Live In San Francisco 1976 1:11:10 - Tan and Sober Gentlemen "Banks Of The Roses" from Regressive Folk Music 1:13:48 - The Haar "Danny Boy" from Where Old Ghosts Meet 1:19:10 - Altan "The House Carpenter (Gypsy Davy)" from The Widening Gyre 1:23:35 - Banshee in the Kitchen "The Last Pint" from The Last Pint  -  Not 1:27:43 - Wakefire "Johnny Jump Up" from Meaning of Life 1:31:49 - CLOSING 1:33:06 - Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira "Johnny McGill" from All It Brings The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to subscribe to the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. You'll get access to our Best of this Year Playlist. You can subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Finally, please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME CELTOPHILE TO CELTIC MUSIC * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a musician and podcaster out of Atlanta, Georgia. This Podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Do you have the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast app? It's 100% free. You can listen to hundreds of episodes of the podcast. Download it now. Hey Celtic Bands, I'm looking for new music and stories in 2023. To submit your band, just complete the permission form at 4celts.com. You'll also find information on how to submit a story behind one of your songs or tunes. Get a free Celtic Musicians Guide to Digital Music eBook. email gift@bestcelticmusic THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out at least four times a month. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. As a patron, you get music - only episodes before regular listeners, vote in the Celtic Top 20, and you get a private feed to listen to the show.  All that for as little as $1 per episode. A special thanks to our Celtic Legends: Bill Mandeville, Marti Meyers, Brenda, Meghan Walker, Dan mcDade, Sharlene Peel, Paul Crowley, Morgan George, Samir Malak, Marianne Ludwig, Darby Patrick O'Flannery, Scott Benson, Hunter Melville, Carol Baril, Michael Truman Cavanaugh, Miranda Nelson, Nancie Barnett, Kevin Long, HuskerArmoury, Lynda MacNeil, Chris, robert michael kane, Tiffany Knight, Ockham's Razor, Kelly Garrod, Theresa Sullivan, Brendan Nix, Brakeing Down Security Podcast, Rian P Kegerreis, Annie Lorkowski, Johnny Berry, Hank Woodward, Shawn Cali HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every week, $1, $5, $10. Make sure to cap how much you want to spend per month. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. In 2023, we're going on a Celtic Invasion of County Mayo in Ireland. We're gonna explore the area and get to know Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/ #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can take a screenshot of the podcast on your phone. You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Or how about a picture you took of a band that you saw. How would you like to introduce an episode of the podcast? It's super easy. Contact me for details. Email me at celticpodcast@gmail, message me on Facebook, or contact me through Mastodon @celtfather@c.im. Tim Hughes from Madison WI replied: "1. Usually walking the dog or jogging. 2. Celebrating my birthday on the 17th with a party. 3. Blasting Celtic music on my Bose speaker and singing Welsh with the North American Welsh Choir" Darlene replied about St Patrick's Day: “Cooking dinner. Cooking Corn beef ,listening to you." Sarah Preston Britto emailed: "Hi MArc  -   This year we are attending the St Patrick's Day parade in New York City." michael winchester replied: "Unfortunately I'll be working but really like listening to the show. Makes the hours fly by. Thanks for all your hard work keeping us entertained!" Jonathan Dowell replied: "St. Pat's?  Listening to local Celtic groups.  Celtic music accounts for about 90% of what I listen to, Mediaeval & Rennaisance making up most of the rest." Jim Burns replied: "What are your doing for St Patrick's Day? Having friends over to celebrate, listen to music and have adult beverages". He says he'll be celebrating with "The 3 P's  -  Parades, parties and pubs." Rodger Hara emailed: "Hey Marc, Karl Kumli and I are doing a 2.5 hour show on KGNU in Boulder on Friday morning.  It's during our Spring fund drive, so we'll be doing a lot of pitching.  Karl has his ready list and I've attached mine fyi. I have a show on Wednesday night and will be playing an interview with Kyf Brewer with the Barleyjuice Band from Pennsylvania and playing a few new tunes from Daori Farrell, the High Kings, Doolin', Barleyjuice and Martin Hayes. I hope that you have a great time and fun shows." Eric Guarin (gwa - reen) emailed a question: "Hi Mark, over time the Podcast has included bands from literally all over playing a pretty wide variety of music. Some of it strays quite far from trad pub music - I'm not complaining, it's all great, but it does make me wonder: How do you decide what to play and if it is "Celtic" enough? Cheers,"

This will be a shorter episode and it is for your entertainment. I hope. This is going to be a few pieces of music that I have been working on writing the arrangements and I have recorded these songs from various groups.The first is a rendition of Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen, and this is my own arrangement performed by a choir.The second is an arrangement for the harp, played by me, and it is When You Wish Upon A Star from Disney.The third is a rendition of Scat Singing, a jazz method and this is a well-known tv theme song that I'm sure you will recognize. This is done by a small group.The 4th is a new arrangement I am working on of When I Was Seventeen, played by me on my baby grand piano.And the last piece is a version of Empty Chairs at Empty Tables, from Les Mis, performed by me again, on my baby grand. Please listen to the end of this show, as it is quite important.So please, relax, have a glass wine or other beverage of your choice, and I hope you enjoy it. 

Hey Scorpio. The double edged sword finds you. Your reading is ready when you are ~

God has lost enough already.   “For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” - Luke 19:10 NKJV

Kiribati's opposition leader has called on Australia and other Pacific leaders not to give up on her nation, after its shock withdrawal from the Pacific Islands Forum.

Eu sou Cristina George e esse é o nosso Podcast Na Boca do Mundo, que traz mais um episodio pra você, da série mulheres inspiradiras e desta vez a gente vai falar da canção Killing me Softly With His Song que é um sucesso mundial. Desta vez vamos abordar uma canção que inspirou varias regravações retratando cantoras que se inspiram em outras cantoras. A canção descreve a emoção de uma pessoa ao se identificar com uma música como se estivesse dizendo sobre a sua vida. A canção foi gravada pela primeira vez no começo de 1972 pela cantora americana Lori Lieberman que na época tinha 20 anos de idade quando saiu o seu o primeiro disco. Ela garante que a letra é baseada num poema dela anotado no guardanapo de um bar onde se apresentava o cantor Don Mclean. Isso aconteceu porque ela ficou encantada ao ouvir uma música chamada “Empty Chairs”. Lori disse que relatou essa experiência ao letrista Norman Gimbel e que dias depois recebeu a composição. Porém esta versão de como teria nascido da inspiração, é negada Tanto pelo letrista Norman Gimbel, quanto o pianista Charles Fox. A canção já foi gravada por Dezenas de artistas Porém a versão mais famosa e premiada é com a grande rainha da Soul Music Roberta Flack gravada por ela em 1973. O sucesso da Cantora se firmou, com a música “Killing Me Softly With His Song”, que permaneceu cinco semanas em primeiro lugar nas paradas da Billboard 100, e conquistou três Prêmios Grammy, incluindo a de Canção do Ano. A canção se tornou um dos grandes hits da música contemporânea. Uma outra regravação que fez muito sucesso , foi na voz de Laurin Hill do um grupo musical Fugees Siga o nosso podcast no Instagram @podcastnabocadomundo para saber das novidades --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cristina-george/message

We, America's gay children of the 70s and 80s, had started off with such promise and so much hope. We honestly convinced ourselves we would be the generation who gave the world gay rights. Instead, we became the generation obliterated by AIDS.When my best friend Stevie was dying of pneumonia, but his nurses were not allowed to give him oxygen, I vowed to join the struggle and became an activist.Reagan and his Press Secretary openly joked about fags dying of AIDS, as did most American's. Europe and the civilized world looked on in utter shock and disgust at America's response to AIDS. While the LGBTQ community and our few allies tried to get America to take notice, Reagan's policy was to do nothing until the first heterosexual was diagnosed with HIV. Only then was AIDS declared a national emergency and millions of dollars were finally allocated to find a cure.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-woke-up-this-gay/donations

Episode 82 - Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents snowboard legend, Temple Cummins. For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/temple-cummins Special thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/ Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/ Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca @ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/ @ Darkstarts.media https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/

Christmas is often referred to as the most wonderful time of the year. It's a day that's meant to be filled with joy and love. But what if you're not feeling joyful because you're missing a loved one or you're dealing with the end of a significant relationship? How do you face the empty chair at the Christmas table? Petrea King is one of the most respected grief counselors in the country. She's counseled over 120,000 people living with cancer and other life-challenging illnesses as well as people dealing with grief, loss, trauma, and tragedy through her foundation, Quest For Life. She knows what's it's like to be facing Christmas with a death, diagnosis or divorce looming after she lost her brother to suicide, and received her own diagnosis of a rare form of leukemia. So what's her advice on how to navigate Christmas when you're not feeling joyful? THE END BITS: You can listen to Mia's 2018 chat with Petrea here - https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/no-filter/the-empty-chair-at-the-christmas-table/.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We're listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Need more lols, info and inspo in your ears? Find more Mamamia podcasts here... https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/ Check out our No Filter YouTube channel here... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvoiVNEFfHiJl8nC4NepRNw?view_as=subscriber CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman. You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here. With thanks to our guest: Petrea King Producer: Leah Porges Executive Producer: Elissa Ratliff Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Blackbird9's Breakfast Club's Special Christmas Day podcast, "The Best Winter Summer Solstice Christmas Pageant Ever". Today the host spins an Appalachian Mountain Tall Tale about the Secret Esoteric Origins of "HAH", the "Hillz And Holez" series of Games.Fun for the entire family!!! https://www.blackbird9tradingposts.org/2021/12/25/the-best-winter-summer-solstice-christmas-pageant-ever-blackbird9/"Life Comes At You Fast! Be Ready, but Have Fun and Don't Get Kilt!" - Motto of The Gold County 9

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The Hebrew Bible ends with a prophecy that Elijah will return to herald the coming Messiah. Jews often leave an empty chair for him at seder meals. But what if he already came... The post Empty Chairs at Seder Tables appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

The empty chair at the dinner table on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and throughout the holiday season is a painful reminder of our loss.  Trying to avoid the pain is neither helpful nor healthy. Although we can put it off for unlimited amounts of time, sooner or later, we learn healthy ways for our grief to coexist with all the other emotions.  Dottie Menkhaus shares her story and updates it with a discussion with Kristin Mitchener.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VL3AW724XCZDN)

Two Empty Chairs: Making Space for Neighbours by Kingsfield-ZMC

AMERICAN PIE—DON McLEAN 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF AMERICAN PIE Vincent, Empty Chairs, Winterwood, ‘Til Tomorrow, Crossroads. What an album! Excellence in Singing and Songwriting! Artists include Graeme Connors, Van Morrison, Khristian Mizzi, Eva Cassidy, Jackson Browne, Gina Jeffreys, Michael Waugh, and Linda Ronstadt. Sensational Guitarists include Kirk Lorange, Peter Green (Fleetwood Mac), Rod McCormack, Dutch Tilders/Geoff Achison, and Justin Hayward (Moody Blues). COPYCATS ARE COOL CATS! Original Artist — Don McLean — Empty Chairs Cover Version — Harry Belafonte

Two Empty Chairs: Making Space for God by Kingsfield-ZMC

The news has been a tough place to ingest as of late. From forest fires, protests, viruses and now, Afghanistan. To say that I have been experiencing a swirl of emotion would be to exercise understatement. This episode I dive into the symbolism of empty chairs and what they mean to me. Hopefully, by the end of this episode, you will have a better understanding of what I have been going through, and perhaps even be able to relate in your own way. To stay up to date with all things, A Medic's Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)! If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world. Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast! Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmind TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMind YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBg INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmind Merch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/ EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COM Audiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1 Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmind/message

A few men loved my mother. One was better than the rest. Today we discuss the Good Stepdad. I compare him to another love of mom's, the First Comedian. My preference, is obvious. Also, a simple acronym - may feel like a tool of suppression, to the survivor. Lastly, how I find hope, in these hard times. _____ REFERENCES: Don McLean, Empty Chairs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDjvPFg9B7Q Don McLean, Babylon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bnhhbV34nI Lyrics to Babylon, quote from Bible, Psalm 137: "1 By the rivers of Babylon we sat and wept when we remembered Zion." The arrangement is from the 1700s, by Philip Haye. ______ RE: Silencing survivors, using mechanical tools. Example: Acronyms in our court system documents, refer to "Child Sexual Abuse" as "CSA" [while comparable crimes, may not be acronymed in same manner, from what I've witnessed] - the placeholding use of acronyms in this context, feels like denial, to this survivor. That choice seems to comfort the non-raped participants, rather than the survivor, in choice, from my perspective. Salient comparative reference below, with conditions. Comedian Louis C.K. riff, "The N Word" - "You're making me say it, in my head. The shitty words you want to say. Why don't *YOU* say it instead, and take responsibility." [NOTE: Louis C.K. is a gifted comedian, AND 5+ people acknowledge his own sexual misconduct. Also, race privilege may be issue, with this particular riff. At the House here, I attempt to acknowledge sometimes multiple feelings, truths.] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqwj--wGEgY ____ POD DESCRIPTION: This is the House on Valencia Street. This is a place where ghosts & psychics, with PTSD, exist, & I'm talking about it. Share time with a rare survivor, walking back to haunted rooms and space being claimed from long ago. This is from the survivor's perspective, communicated as I see fit, in a way that feels right, for me. I do not offer advice here, I share what worked for me. I am not a professional therapist, this is just one case study, one perspective. Please seek professional help, if mental health issues need attention. Language is explicit, Content Warning: ghosts, psychic ability, rape, incest, foster care, murder, emancipation, BDSM, therapy, lightning strikes, personal responsibility, Buddhism, recovery, codependency, domestic violence - and inappropriate humor, most likely. Picture inset: This is me, so many years ago, standing in front of my mother's Impala, and the House on Valencia Street. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mohmah/support

God has lost enough already.   “For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” - Luke 19:10 NKJV  

Go to http://www.vessi.com/defranco and use code ​DEFRANCO to get $25 off of your Vessi shoes! ​Free shipping to CA, US, AUS, NZ, JP, TW, KR, SGP Thank you to Emily D. Baker for joining us today: https://www.youtube.com/c/theemilydbaker -- WATCH Rhett & Link Podcast: https://youtu.be/1Hy6BKjjAQQ WATCH Full “A Convo With” Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/ACW LISTEN On The Podcast Platform Of Your Choice: http://LinksHole.com WATCH the ACW Clips channel!: https://youtube.com/ACWClips -- 00:00 - #FreeBritney 06:06 - Sponsor 07:25 - Emily D Baker Interview 23:21 - Former NRA President Tricked Into Speech 24:57 - Biden's Background Checks 27:57 - Infrastructure Compromise 29:18 - Rudy Giuliani Suspended 31:10 - John McAfee -- ✩ SUPPORT THE SHOW ✩ ✭ BUY our GEAR, Support the Show!: http://ShopDeFranco.com ✩ TODAY'S STORIES ✩ Britney Spears Asks For Conservatorship to Be Revoked: https://roguerocket.com/2021/06/24/britney-spears-wants-out-of-conservatorship/ Transcript: https://variety.com/2021/music/news/britney-spears-full-statement-conservatorship-1235003940/ Ex-NRA President Tricked into Giving a ‘Graduation Speech' to Empty Chairs: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/06/24/david-keene-nra-fake-graduation-speech/ Biden Admin Pushes New Gun Control Effort: https://roguerocket.com/2021/06/24/biden-background-announcement/ Group of Senators Say They Reached Infrastructure Deal: https://www.politico.com/news/2021/06/24/biden-meeting-senate-bipartisan-infrastructure-talks-495941 Rudy Giuliani's New York Law License Suspended: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/24/1009881665/n-y-state-court-suspends-giuliani-from-practicing-law-over-2020-vote-fraud-claim John McAfee Found Dead in Catalan Prison: https://english.elpais.com/usa/2021-06-23/john-mcafee-founder-of-mcafee-antivirus-company-found-dead-in-barcelona-prison.html ✩ STORIES NOT IN TODAY'S SHOW ✩ Black TikTokers Refuse To Make Dances To Meg Thee Stallions New Song: https://roguerocket.com/2021/06/24/black-tiktokers-strike/ —————————— Edited by: James Girardier, Julie Goldberg, Maxx Enright Produced by: Amanda Morones Art Director: Brian Borst Writing/Research: Philip DeFranco, Lili Stenn, Maddie Crichton, Cory Ray, Neena Pesqueda, Brian Espinoza Production Team: Zack Taylor ———————————— #DeFranco #BritneySpears #JohnMcAfee

Take your seats, because we’re talking about FURNITURE. I promise, it’s not as boring as it sounds. Erin and Max chat about all the different elements of furniture you may need throughout your wedding day, how to decorate them, the pros and cons of assigned seating, and more! If you like this pod, let us know with 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! If you don't like it, go ahead and keep that to yourself. Instagram/Facebook: @something_blue_podcast Tik Tok: @somethingblue.ish Also, you can support our podcast on anchor by clicking the support link in our episodes page. Any and all contribution helps us create new content and plan our wedding, too! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/somethingbluepodcast/support

In this pilot episode of The Weekly Havok, Christopher Paul Meyer talks to the owner of The Havok Journal, Charlie Faint, and its chief marketing officer, Alyssa Sudermann, about the origin story of The Havok Journal. Havok Journal Violence of Action: Untold Stories of the 75th Ranger Regiment in the War on Terror by Marty Skovlund Jr. "A 'Rip-It Ranger' Looks Back" by Shane Snell "Empty Chairs" by Anonymous "We Are the Useful Idiots" by Alice Atalanta "The Morning After I Killed Myself" by Meggie Royer James A. Gagliano Kevin Wilson Marshall McGurk Mike Kelvington "Stop Thanking Me for My Service" by JC Glick "In the Shadow of JSOC" by Mike Warnock The Second Mission Foundation Savage Wonder

"It is often difficult to reflect on the holidays when we are grieving positively. One thing to keep in mind is that the loved one/ones we lost would want us to remember them fondly and enjoy the holiday season. The holidays are rare occasions when families who are often separated by long distances come together. That time is precious, and as we well know, is limited. Making the most of the time, you have together will be a work in progress and a pathway to healing." Anjani Amladi is a psychiatrist and can be reached at her self-titled site, Anjani Amladi, MD. She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "Empty chairs at the table this holiday season." (https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2020/11/empty-chairs-at-the-table-this-holiday-season.html)

Do you listen to music? If you do like music, what is your favorite genre? Rock? Country? Hip Hop? What is your earliest memory about music? I have loved music all my life. It is such an amazing language to perform. The way the notes play nice together or worbble around each other like a bag of cats. The message may not only be in the word you see. The layers of notes and chords entering your ears and frolicking through your synapsis are speaking to your brain. Music can bring about feelings of immense sorrow, as Empty Chairs and Empty Tables does for me. I was never a French revolutionary, but when I was introduced to Les Miserables by my ninth-grade English teacher I was there. I would listen to that entire musical and imagine being on the wall fighting for liberty and freedom from tyranny. It was exhilarating. Music can also bring great pain and discomfort. Why do you think they blasted heavy metal at Manuel Noriega and a variety of music at the Guantanamo detainees? And if you do not listen to a lot of music, is there any particular reason? Were you exposed to music at an early age? I think most schools have some music programs these days but maybe not always. Does it just bore you? I tend to wonder why I have such a connection to music. Neither of my parents were musicians. But my mother did listen to music. So I've always connected it to that. But as far as playing an instrument, we had a player piano but I don't remember playing it that much. So sit back and let's chat about the wondrous trebles and basses of my favorite art form. Oh, I almost forgot. Don't forget to check out Wag Pigs, not the original but just experiencing the greatness of Zakk Wylde-Guitar/Vocals, Blasko-Bass, Joey Castillo-Drums, and their passionate rendition to this classic Black Sabbath tune. Cheers! Check out the following: Check out my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mzhammer523/ Check out my stream on Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/mzhammer523 Of course, check out www.thepurplesage.store for all your CBD products. Use promo code LOVE21 at checkout and receive 21% off your order. If you're feeling a little blue or just need someone to talk too brighterfuture523@gmail.com BetterHelp.com The Trevor Project 24/7 365 help for LGBTQ youths www.stopaddiction.us Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255 You matter. Your life is worth it. You are loved. Stay safe. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mzhammer/message

¿Qué tal ha ido la semana? Vale, mejor no pregunto. Vamos a intentar, con la música, con la buena música, apañar los desperfectos. Así que, fuera problemas, fuera preocupaciones, fuera malos rollos, vamos a la música. Hoy con un disco que se lanzó al mercado el 24 de octubre de 1971 y que a pesar del tiempo transcurrido no ha perdido ni un ápice de su frescura. Hablamos de American Pie, de Don Mclean, todo un clásico. American Pie es el segundo álbum de estudio del cantante y compositor estadounidense Don McLean , en el que se aprecia un marcado estilo folk/rock, característico del autor y el disco está dedicado a Buddy Holly. «American Pie» hace referencia a la historia del rock and roll, y comienza en el momento de la muerte de los músicos Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens y The Big Bopper en un accidente aéreo en 1959. Por cierto, en esta canción fue donde se acuñó la frase “El día que murió la música”. La letra de la canción es un poco desconcertante porque, aunque McLean dedicó el álbum American Pie a Buddy Holly, ninguno de los músicos que viajaban en el avión en el momento del accidente es mencionado por su nombre. Cuando se le preguntó a McLean el significado de "American Pie", él dijo: "Significa que jamás tendré que trabajar otra vez". Lógicamente se refería a la cantidad de pasta que le había proporcionado. Posteriormente, declaró de forma más trascendental: "Encontrarán muchas 'interpretaciones' de mi letra pero no les diré la mía... Lamento dejarlos a todos así, pero hace tiempo me di cuenta de que los compositores deben dar sus declaraciones y marcharse, manteniendo un silencio digno". Amen. Otra de las canciones más famosas del álbum es este Vincent, un arrebatado homenaje a Vincent van Gogh Vincent Esta canción, "Vincent", alcanzó la decimo segunda posición en las listas de Estados Unidos y la primera en el Reino Unido en 1972, Os voy a contar una curiosidad, de la que me acabo de enterar por otra parte. Un poema sobre McLean, «Killing Me Softly With His Blues» de Lori Lieberman, se convirtió en la canción “Killing me softly”, canción que la voz de Roberta Flack llevó al éxito en 1973. Hubo muchas versiones de esta canción pero todos recordamos la de Roberta Flack. Seguimos con American Pie y escuchamos ahora Till Tomorrow, una canción compuesta al más puro estilo folk de los 60. Preciosa. Till Tomorrow En la carátula del disco, el coro final de "American Pie" está acreditado "Coro de West Forty Fourth Street Rhythm and Noise". Pero, por Ed Freeman, el productor del álbum, sabemos que en ese coro estaban también Pete Seeger, James Taylor, Livingston Taylor y Carly Simon. No son malos compañeros de coro, ciertamente. Everybody loves me, baby. Cuando se publicó este disco, la crítica le auguró un precioso “suicidio comercial”. Bueno, pues lejos de acertar, el álbum se convirtió en un fenómeno cultural. American pie pulsa la fibra sentimental de la generación del rock: se trata de una parábola donde se habla, sin mencionar sus nombres, de Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, los Byrds, los Beatles, los Rolling Stones y, desde luego, del ya mencionado accidente de Buddy Holly. Las emisoras se dividieron: unas radiaban el tema completo, otras se conformaban con la versión del single, pero sobre todo,0 Y se multiplicaron las explicaciones de la letra, que enfrentaron a los que sólo veían nostalgia y los que creían reconocer allí la expresión de la frustración ante la impotencia del rock para transformar la realidad y, lo más inmediato, detener la guerra en Vietnam. En un tomo muy intimista, esta canción: Empty Chairs, Sillas vacías, McLean se lamenta de no haber sabido entender los mensajes que su amada le envió antes de abandonarle. “Me pregunto si sabes Que nunca comprendí Que aunque decías que te irias Hasta que lo hiciste nunca pensé que lo harías. Bueno, su amada era su esposa. Le había abandonado hacia poco. Tras vender millones de copias de American pie, McLean recondujo su carrera. Su voz dulce no era la más adecuada para unos años en los que el rock duro campa a sus anchas, su voz era más adecuada para firmar rarezas como la pista final de nuestro disco de hoy, "Babilonia", que es una paráfrasis del 1er verso del salmo 137 y está basado en el canon "By the Waters of Babylon", Por las aguas de Babilonia, atribuido a Philip Hayes y compuesto aproximadamente en 1786 y que, aunque fuera de época, mantiene la tradición barroca y renacentista inglesa. Raro pero precioso Babylon Bueno amigos, hemos terminado por hoy. La próxima semana nos ocuparemos de otro disco insustituible. Os emplazo aquí para seguir disfrutando de la buena música. A fin de cuentas, escuchar música crea picos de emociones que incrementan la cantidad de dopamina, un neurotransmisor que ayuda a controlar los centros de recompensa y placer del cerebro. Además ayudan a procesar otras emociones como miedo, tristeza, resentimiento y dolor, aún cuando estén presentes a nivel subconsciente. Eh¡¡¡ ¿A que no os esperabais esto? Lo acabo de leer en Wikipedia y me ha parecido un final muy chulo. Solo faltaría que fuera verdad. Hasta la semana que viene, y como siempre… ¡¡¡Buenas vibraciones!!!

¿Qué tal ha ido la semana? Vale, mejor no pregunto. Vamos a intentar, con la música, con la buena música, apañar los desperfectos. Así que, fuera problemas, fuera preocupaciones, fuera malos rollos, vamos a la música. Hoy con un disco que se lanzó al mercado el 24 de octubre de 1971 y que a pesar del tiempo transcurrido no ha perdido ni un ápice de su frescura. Hablamos de American Pie, de Don Mclean, todo un clásico. American Pie es el segundo álbum de estudio del cantante y compositor estadounidense Don McLean , en el que se aprecia un marcado estilo folk/rock, característico del autor y el disco está dedicado a Buddy Holly. «American Pie» hace referencia a la historia del rock and roll, y comienza en el momento de la muerte de los músicos Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens y The Big Bopper en un accidente aéreo en 1959. Por cierto, en esta canción fue donde se acuñó la frase “El día que murió la música”. La letra de la canción es un poco desconcertante porque, aunque McLean dedicó el álbum American Pie a Buddy Holly, ninguno de los músicos que viajaban en el avión en el momento del accidente es mencionado por su nombre. Cuando se le preguntó a McLean el significado de "American Pie", él dijo: "Significa que jamás tendré que trabajar otra vez". Lógicamente se refería a la cantidad de pasta que le había proporcionado. Posteriormente, declaró de forma más trascendental: "Encontrarán muchas 'interpretaciones' de mi letra pero no les diré la mía... Lamento dejarlos a todos así, pero hace tiempo me di cuenta de que los compositores deben dar sus declaraciones y marcharse, manteniendo un silencio digno". Amen. Otra de las canciones más famosas del álbum es este Vincent, un arrebatado homenaje a Vincent van Gogh Vincent Esta canción, "Vincent", alcanzó la decimo segunda posición en las listas de Estados Unidos y la primera en el Reino Unido en 1972, Os voy a contar una curiosidad, de la que me acabo de enterar por otra parte. Un poema sobre McLean, «Killing Me Softly With His Blues» de Lori Lieberman, se convirtió en la canción “Killing me softly”, canción que la voz de Roberta Flack llevó al éxito en 1973. Hubo muchas versiones de esta canción pero todos recordamos la de Roberta Flack. Seguimos con American Pie y escuchamos ahora Till Tomorrow, una canción compuesta al más puro estilo folk de los 60. Preciosa. Till Tomorrow En la carátula del disco, el coro final de "American Pie" está acreditado "Coro de West Forty Fourth Street Rhythm and Noise". Pero, por Ed Freeman, el productor del álbum, sabemos que en ese coro estaban también Pete Seeger, James Taylor, Livingston Taylor y Carly Simon. No son malos compañeros de coro, ciertamente. Everybody loves me, baby. Cuando se publicó este disco, la crítica le auguró un precioso “suicidio comercial”. Bueno, pues lejos de acertar, el álbum se convirtió en un fenómeno cultural. American pie pulsa la fibra sentimental de la generación del rock: se trata de una parábola donde se habla, sin mencionar sus nombres, de Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, los Byrds, los Beatles, los Rolling Stones y, desde luego, del ya mencionado accidente de Buddy Holly. Las emisoras se dividieron: unas radiaban el tema completo, otras se conformaban con la versión del single, pero sobre todo,0 Y se multiplicaron las explicaciones de la letra, que enfrentaron a los que sólo veían nostalgia y los que creían reconocer allí la expresión de la frustración ante la impotencia del rock para transformar la realidad y, lo más inmediato, detener la guerra en Vietnam. En un tomo muy intimista, esta canción: Empty Chairs, Sillas vacías, McLean se lamenta de no haber sabido entender los mensajes que su amada le envió antes de abandonarle. “Me pregunto si sabes Que nunca comprendí Que aunque decías que te irias Hasta que lo hiciste nunca pensé que lo harías. Bueno, su amada era su esposa. Le había abandonado hacia poco. Tras vender millones de copias de American pie, McLean recondujo su carrera. Su voz dulce no era la más adecuada para unos años en los que el rock duro campa a sus anchas, su voz era más adecuada para firmar rarezas como la pista final de nuestro disco de hoy, "Babilonia", que es una paráfrasis del 1er verso del salmo 137 y está basado en el canon "By the Waters of Babylon", Por las aguas de Babilonia, atribuido a Philip Hayes y compuesto aproximadamente en 1786 y que, aunque fuera de época, mantiene la tradición barroca y renacentista inglesa. Raro pero precioso Babylon Bueno amigos, hemos terminado por hoy. La próxima semana nos ocuparemos de otro disco insustituible. Os emplazo aquí para seguir disfrutando de la buena música. A fin de cuentas, escuchar música crea picos de emociones que incrementan la cantidad de dopamina, un neurotransmisor que ayuda a controlar los centros de recompensa y placer del cerebro. Además ayudan a procesar otras emociones como miedo, tristeza, resentimiento y dolor, aún cuando estén presentes a nivel subconsciente. Eh¡¡¡ ¿A que no os esperabais esto? Lo acabo de leer en Wikipedia y me ha parecido un final muy chulo. Solo faltaría que fuera verdad. Hasta la semana que viene, y como siempre… ¡¡¡Buenas vibraciones!!!

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Franco's dad stops by to talk about their shared love of performing to crowds as well as; -Sharing some stories about Franklin's childhood -Family vacations and Halloween costumes gone awry  -Favorite comedy movies they watched together Follow @francosworld_

We're Back!Huddersfield once surprised the world and their own fans by reaching the Premier League and surviving against all odds, only to crash back to reality. From poorly thought-out publicity stunts, to rookie managers and ballsed up transfers, the Terriers have often been the architects of their own downfall. Throw in a Martin Atkinson refereeing horror show and a dodgy handball hundreds of miles away to seal relegation, and you've got the recipe for some classic It's Always Us moments.Matt Shaw runs the And He Takes That Chance podcast - @takesthatchance on twitterGraeme Rayner is a stand-up comedian @Gag_N_Bone_Man on all socialsContact the show on itsalwaysuspod@gmail.com or @itsalwaysuspod on twitterIt's Always Us is sponsored by The Natural Barber Company. For 25% off your next order and free UK delivery go to https://www.naturalbarber.co/ and enter the promo code ALWAYSUS25 at checkoutSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/why-always-us. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sometimes, the truth smacks you in the face. Libby Crenshaw decides she isn't going to let it determine her story's ending. Patreon special episode by author Kate McGinn. Full episode can be found at patreon.com/paulsating. This is a guest story from Kate McGinn, who could can find at katemcginn.com. Patrons get the entire story as part of their exclusive content for supporting this show so I can keep bringing it to everyone. If you want bonus content become a Patron for as little as $1/month.   Support the show.   If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review. It's the kindest thing you could do today.   What's it like to be the only demon in the history of Hell to not have magic? What if you also were the demon tasked to go to Seattle to find a runaway who also happens to be one of most powerful demons ever? You can start the adventure today.   Order your copy of Bitter Aries!   Be the first to get Zodiac gear at my store, including your COVID masks!   To get exclusives and discounts on books and a free copy of my epic fantasy novella, Birth of a Thief, sign up for my newsletter.   Urban fantasy fan? Get your copies of Bitter Aries, The Horn of Taurus, The Gemini Paradox, and Cancer's Curse, the first four books in my new Zodiac series!   Looking for epic fantasy? Pick up Birth of a Thief for under $2!   Do you want more of my fiction? Click this link or go to paulsating.com/fiction.   Maybe you want to learn how podcasting can help you sell more books? Click the link to find out where you can pick up Novel Idea to Podcast: How to Sell More Books Through Podcasting.   Come on over to Facebook and hang with me more often.   Follow me on Twitter.   Stalk me on Instagram.

How do you get to six figures with your business? It's the same thing that worked 30 years ago.When someone starts out in business, often their first income milestone is 'six figures'. Most business owners make the mistake of focusing on the product or service, but as you'll see in this podcast, 'customer acquisition' (aka marketing) should be the focus. For more details: merilyn.com

The Doc invites Lori Lieberman on the show! Lori has been in the music business since '71 and the Doc and Lori cover it all! They talk about the famous trip to the Troubadour to see Don McClean, they talk old managers, bad recording experiences, parenting and children, and the newest album and recording Empty Chairs! Make sure to listen now! Monologue: 0:22 Birthday Suit 1: 9:28 Ripped from the Headlines: 14:12 Lori Lieberman - Killin' Me Softly: 38:56 Shoutouts: 45:03 Birthday Suit 2: 51:08 Lori Lieberman - Song for the Asking: 56:20 Lori Lieberman Interview - 58:54 Lori Lieberman - Empty Chairs: 1:48:34 Birthday Suit 3: 1:56:08

This message is part of the message series: ‘2020' We are a church that loves God and loves people. We're dedicated to helping people connect with God and connect with their destiny. We believe church should be welcoming, accessible and relevant. Somewhere you can feel at home, whatever your situation or circumstances. Somewhere you can build a relationship with God and with others. Proclaimers church is a relevant, energetic, and God-driven church that seeks to see the salvation of every community we are involved with. Under the leadership of Pastors Tom and Denise Rawls, Proclaimers continues to reach people, influence culture and build future. If you want to know more about our community, check out our page: http://proclaimers.com/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://proclaimers.churchsuite.co.uk... Stay Connected Proclaimers Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/proclaimersn... Proclaimers Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proclaimers... Proclaimers Church Twitter: https://twitter.com/proclaimers?lang=en If you want to be part of our community, check out how you can join in: https://proclaimers.com/how-to-get-involved/

It's the Brady Briefing, another time where JJ casts alone on everything from university studies to the FBI to an underserved population, in this, a weekly wrap up on gun violence and gun violence prevention for the week of November 22nd to November 29th. Today in this wrap-up, you'll learn about:a new medical study that shows the ripple effects of gun violence; the FBI dealing with an increase in background checks; a billionaire running for President;the ongoing issue of “ghost guns”;the continuing lack of resources available to native populations battling gun violence. And hey, don't forget giving Tuesday! Check us out at bradyunited.org/podcash.Some of the links mentioned in this episode :Brady welcomes Fix NICS Report Gun Violence Has a Major Impact on Native Communities in the United StatesFor more information on Brady, follow us on social @Bradybuzz, or via our website at bradyunited.org. Full transcripts and bibliography available at bradyunited.org/podcast.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Music provided by: David “Drumcrazie” CurbySpecial thanks to Hogan Lovells, for their longstanding legal support ℗&©2019 Red, Blue, and BradySupport the show (https://www.bradyunited.org/donate)

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(Recorded August 31, 2019) This Week: (1) the Democratic debate field; and (2) the news round-up.

(Recorded August 31, 2019) This Week: (1) the Democratic debate field; and (2) the news round-up.

In the banquet parable, Jesus makes it clear that the host wants every chair at the banquet filled. Are you content with the empty chairs around you in your life?

Retold: Full Table, Empty Chairs Luke 14:15-24 Rev. Jeff Lust begins our new sermon series with a look at how we can make the most from the least when we serve. Recorded live at Stonebridge United Methodist Church in McKinney, TX. For more information, including service times, visit www.mysumc.org

“Retold: Full Table, Empty Chairs” Luke 14:15-24 Rev. Courtney Schultz encourages us to to recognize Christ’s invitation to his table and not miss our opportunity. Recorded live at Stonebridge United Methodist Church in McKinney, Texas. For more information, including service times, please visit www.mysumc.org.

In this episode, I talk about a few tips for recruiting and retaining student musicians. Enjoy!

No Programa de hoje do CoutoCast, eu, Eduardo Couto, falo sobre a Tristeza!Então, sente-se confortavelmente, ponha o seu fone de ouvido e busque, desesperadamente, alguém para ficar ao seu lado!Na Playlist deste programa:Eric Clapton – Tears In HeavenThe Beatles – Eleonor RigbyThe Beatles – YesterdayOs Miseráveis - Empty Chairs at Empty TablesBillie Holiday - Gloomy SundayAmy Winehouse - Back to BlackForeigner - I Want to Know What Love Is

Tomorrow never came for Andrew McCabe, Facebook is experiencing a grief that can't be spoken, and there's a pain going on and on for us during the rant wheel. Plus: Play our March Madness!Recorded on 3/21/18.

In 1971, Don McLean was a known artist but hadn't yet hit it big with "American Pie." Lori Lieberman was a 19-year-old singer-songwriter who'd recently scored a contract. Lieberman attended one of McLean's shows and she was so struck by his performance of the song "Empty Chairs" that she wrote a poem about it, more or less on the spot. She took the notes to her collaborators and they put together a song for her album. It became her first single, but it was quickly overshadowed when Roberta Flack covered it. While the song was covered numerous times, including versions by artists as diverse as Perry Como and Michael Jackson, it wasn't until The Fugees put together a hip-hop cover that the song gained new life. Lauryn Hill's singing gives the song an extra emotional ache, perhaps because their original idea was to turn the song into a cautionary tale about substance abuse, an idea that the original writers didn't support. As usual, your podcatcher should have the show by now, or you can play it right here. Or, if you prefer to download it yourself, click here and have at it. And remember: you can also listen to the show via Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and TuneIn.com, which means you can also play it through your Amazon Alexa! ("Alexa, play How Good It Is on Tune In Dot Com.") Go check out the links somewhere in the right-hand column.

We're back and almost better than ever! In this two man podcast, Adam and Zack talk about various topics including E3, Nintendo Switch Shenanigans, and Fry Cry 5! oaZYxA72l3qVsqxQmfuy

I look up to my friend Amy quite a bit. Not only did she introduce me to the blogging world (you'll hear that story), and inspiring me regularly with her creativity, but she is also a mom to 5, whose kids are just a touch older than mine. I was thirsty to hear her thoughts on many parenting topics, and boy did we cover them! From family bonding through hard work, a funny toddler story, to dating and curfews and jobs around the house. We also discussed her thoughts on her oldest graduation high school and currently serving a full time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a.k.a. Mormon. We share the same faith, and my son will likely serve a mission in a little over a year, so the topic is quite sensitive to my heart. I didn't quite break out into tears in our conversation, but my eyes were definitely stinging as she shared her thoughts on that topic. We also discussed their family motto, No Empty Chairs, and what that means to her. Share your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook with #BeyondGoodIntentionsPodcast or leave a review on iTunes! Read the show notes with links to favorites over at the Beyond Good Intentions home page.

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Bill and Mike got this Ejection Wednesday tossed with Matt Lauer gets Ejected from NBC-LeBron Gets 1st Ejection From Last Nights Game-Cavs Beat The Heat-Buckeyes-Bama Talk-Trump Has Empty Chairs-Chuck And Nancy No Show-Budget Meeting

The Rev. Ethan Magness, Rector

On this episode of Your Blackest Hour #YBH, we take a moment to remember Richard Collins III who has become the most recent hashtag in the killing of Black people by a white person.  Tulsa officer, Betty Shelby is found not guilty for the killing of Terence Crutcher and returned to work as a police officer yesterday.  The monuments are all down in New Orleans and one Mississippi congressmen thinks that those who orchestrated the removal of the monuments should be lynched.  We need a good #TestimonyTuesday and Rev. Cary Payton, Sr., Pastor of Greater St. Matthews will give us a word.  The Bachelorette is Black are you finally going to watch the show?     

Our hosts discuss how much TV their kids watch, the unblinking stare of Dora the Explorer, having introverted tendencies, the difficulty of changing unfortunate email addresses, scary spiders and VR porn. Ben singing Empty Chairs at Empty Tables (2005) Subscribe on iTunes Website Twitter Facebook Music by Kurodust The post 004: Loud Snorer and a Creepy Dora appeared first on Two Sweary Dads.

Merry! Joy! Peace! Cheer! Hope! Fa-la-la-la-laaaa! "#110: The Empty Chairs At Christmastime" appeared on HopeNet 360.

Rev. Mark Elsdon and Rev. Erica Liu, Sermon from Pres House. 10.11.2015

A Sermon from Hebrews 12:1-2

The dilemma of the poor in Les Misérables The music of the stage show Les Misérables touches many emotions, from the tear-jerking “I Dreamed a Dream”, the haunting “Empty Chairs at Empty Tables”, of unreturned love “On My Own” to the final rousing anthem, “Do You Hear The People Sing?” Two themes dominate the storyline. Firstly, there is the theme of justice without mercy: heartless Javert’s relentlessly pursues Valjean in the name of legalistic justice, even after Valjean becomes a reformed character. Secondly, there is the dilemma that the poor and oppressed (or Les Misérables) of France face, as they suffer while the heartless rich indulge and maintain their lavish lifestyle while ignoring those mush less fortunate than themselves. Should the underclass too try to look after ‘number one’, like the corrupt innkeeper and his wife? Should they follow the path of rebellion, unmercifully turning the tables on the aristocracy in order to become rich themselves? Or should they follow Valjean’s example of grace and mercy now while seeking a better future in God’s kingdom? We face the similar dilemmas in various ways It may not seem immediately obvious, but we face similar dilemmas. Should we follow the path of doing what is wrong, in order to get what we want – do the ends justify the means? Or should we follow God and do what is right, depending on him in the present as we look forward to the fulfilment of promised blessing with him for eternity? Should we compromise our morals for short term gain, or keep integrity and look forward to future blessing as we struggle through current difficulties with God’s strength? Of course, at the same time, we can campaign for truth and justice, in a non-violent manner. (In extreme circumstances, though, it is necessary to overthrow a completely unjust regime, but most situations are much less clear-cut than this.) A Godly alternative to violence and force People often resort to bullying or violence at school, in the office or at home, in order to get their way. Employers and governments too have historically used force to obtain or maintain their position of power and control (such as Syria’s use of force over its citizens at present). Yet, the Bible teaches that meekness (or as it is often translated, gentleness) is an alternative to the use of force. The original word in Greek is used of wild animals that have been tamed, that are under control. They don’t lose their strength, but have it under control. Meekness is not the same as weakness, even though they may look similar at times. In the Bible, meekness is most often described in the context of enduring situations that cannot easily be changed or improved, in a patient, self-controlled manner, while looking forward to God’s blessing in the future. This is the context of Psalm 37, and where Jesus alludes to verse 11 in the beatitude: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 Bullying, direct action that involves violence, violent demonstrations, and terrorism are therefore clearly all against God’s will. He is the one who will avenge in the long run, and we must respond peacefully in all but the worst situations. nevertheless, peaceful action can be very effective, bringing significant changes. The Bible calls for believers to campaign for justice, and to defend the powerless. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the use of force or violence to do so. It is worth remembering that Jesus taught the beatitudes in a context where others promoted force and armed insurrection against Roman occupation. A guaranteed inheritance, if we will only follow God’s way The famous atheist Frederick Nietzsche, who coined the phrase “God is dead,” once said, “Assert yourself. Care for nothing except yourself. The only vice is weakness and the only virtue is strength. Be strong. Be a superman. The world is yours if you work hard enough for it.” Instead of looking after ‘number one’ by force, Jesus commends meekness and trust in God. Nietzsche could only strive towards his goals, but in contrast God promises to deliver for those who trust in him and follow his way. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:5 that the meek ‘will inherit’ it all. That is a wonderful promise. But first, we need to trust in Jesus, and have the Spirit of God in our lives We might therefore be tempted to try to follow God’s way of meekness, in order to deserve the promised blessing. However, that would be a mistake. This is because we are naturally not meek. We fail when we try to do what we ought to. Yet, as Paul teaches: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness (meekness) and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22–23, NIV84) In order to have the fruit of the Spirit, we need to have the Spirit of God. In order to have the Spirit of God, we need to have saving faith in Jesus Christ: “Because those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14, NIV84) (If you would like to pray a prayer to trust in Jesus, you could use this one. )

The dilemma of the poor in Les Misérables The music of the stage show Les Misérables touches many emotions, from the tear-jerking “I Dreamed a Dream”, the haunting “Empty Chairs at Empty Tables”, of unreturned love “On My Own” to the final rousing anthem, “Do You Hear The People Sing?” Two themes dominate the storyline. Firstly, there is the theme of justice without mercy: heartless Javert’s relentlessly pursues Valjean in the name of legalistic justice, even after Valjean becomes a reformed character. Secondly, there is the dilemma that the poor and oppressed (or Les Misérables) of France face, as they suffer while the heartless rich indulge and maintain their lavish lifestyle while ignoring those mush less fortunate than themselves. Should the underclass too try to look after ‘number one’, like the corrupt innkeeper and his wife? Should they follow the path of rebellion, unmercifully turning the tables on the aristocracy in order to become rich themselves? Or should they follow Valjean’s example of grace and mercy now while seeking a better future in God’s kingdom? We face the similar dilemmas in various ways It may not seem immediately obvious, but we face similar dilemmas. Should we follow the path of doing what is wrong, in order to get what we want – do the ends justify the means? Or should we follow God and do what is right, depending on him in the present as we look forward to the fulfilment of promised blessing with him for eternity? Should we compromise our morals for short term gain, or keep integrity and look forward to future blessing as we struggle through current difficulties with God’s strength? Of course, at the same time, we can campaign for truth and justice, in a non-violent manner. (In extreme circumstances, though, it is necessary to overthrow a completely unjust regime, but most situations are much less clear-cut than this.) A Godly alternative to violence and force People often resort to bullying or violence at school, in the office or at home, in order to get their way. Employers and governments too have historically used force to obtain or maintain their position of power and control (such as Syria’s use of force over its citizens at present). Yet, the Bible teaches that meekness (or as it is often translated, gentleness) is an alternative to the use of force. The original word in Greek is used of wild animals that have been tamed, that are under control. They don’t lose their strength, but have it under control. Meekness is not the same as weakness, even though they may look similar at times. In the Bible, meekness is most often described in the context of enduring situations that cannot easily be changed or improved, in a patient, self-controlled manner, while looking forward to God’s blessing in the future. This is the context of Psalm 37, and where Jesus alludes to verse 11 in the beatitude: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 Bullying, direct action that involves violence, violent demonstrations, and terrorism are therefore clearly all against God’s will. He is the one who will avenge in the long run, and we must respond peacefully in all but the worst situations. nevertheless, peaceful action can be very effective, bringing significant changes. The Bible calls for believers to campaign for justice, and to defend the powerless. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the use of force or violence to do so. It is worth remembering that Jesus taught the beatitudes in a context where others promoted force and armed insurrection against Roman occupation. A guaranteed inheritance, if we will only follow God’s way The famous atheist Frederick Nietzsche, who coined the phrase “God is dead,” once said, “Assert yourself. Care for nothing except yourself. The only vice is weakness and the only virtue is strength. Be strong. Be a superman. The world is yours if you work hard enough for it.” Instead of looking after ‘number one’ by force, Jesus commends meekness and trust in God. Nietzsche could only strive towards his goals, but in contrast God promises to deliver for those who trust in him and follow his way. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:5 that the meek ‘will inherit’ it all. That is a wonderful promise. But first, we need to trust in Jesus, and have the Spirit of God in our lives We might therefore be tempted to try to follow God’s way of meekness, in order to deserve the promised blessing. However, that would be a mistake. This is because we are naturally not meek. We fail when we try to do what we ought to. Yet, as Paul teaches: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness (meekness) and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22–23, NIV84) In order to have the fruit of the Spirit, we need to have the Spirit of God. In order to have the Spirit of God, we need to have saving faith in Jesus Christ: “Because those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14, NIV84) (If you would like to pray a prayer to trust in Jesus, you could use this one. )

The dilemma of the poor in Les Misérables The music of the stage show Les Misérables touches many emotions, from the tear-jerking “I Dreamed a Dream”, the haunting “Empty Chairs at Empty Tables”, of unreturned love “On My Own” to the final rousing anthem, “Do You Hear The People Sing?” Two themes dominate the storyline. Firstly, there is the theme of justice without mercy: heartless Javert’s relentlessly pursues Valjean in the name of legalistic justice, even after Valjean becomes a reformed character. Secondly, there is the dilemma that the poor and oppressed (or Les Misérables) of France face, as they suffer while the heartless rich indulge and maintain their lavish lifestyle while ignoring those mush less fortunate than themselves. Should the underclass too try to look after ‘number one’, like the corrupt innkeeper and his wife? Should they follow the path of rebellion, unmercifully turning the tables on the aristocracy in order to become rich themselves? Or should they follow Valjean’s example of grace and mercy now while seeking a better future in God’s kingdom? We face the similar dilemmas in various ways It may not seem immediately obvious, but we face similar dilemmas. Should we follow the path of doing what is wrong, in order to get what we want – do the ends justify the means? Or should we follow God and do what is right, depending on him in the present as we look forward to the fulfilment of promised blessing with him for eternity? Should we compromise our morals for short term gain, or keep integrity and look forward to future blessing as we struggle through current difficulties with God’s strength? Of course, at the same time, we can campaign for truth and justice, in a non-violent manner. (In extreme circumstances, though, it is necessary to overthrow a completely unjust regime, but most situations are much less clear-cut than this.) A Godly alternative to violence and force People often resort to bullying or violence at school, in the office or at home, in order to get their way. Employers and governments too have historically used force to obtain or maintain their position of power and control (such as Syria’s use of force over its citizens at present). Yet, the Bible teaches that meekness (or as it is often translated, gentleness) is an alternative to the use of force. The original word in Greek is used of wild animals that have been tamed, that are under control. They don’t lose their strength, but have it under control. Meekness is not the same as weakness, even though they may look similar at times. In the Bible, meekness is most often described in the context of enduring situations that cannot easily be changed or improved, in a patient, self-controlled manner, while looking forward to God’s blessing in the future. This is the context of Psalm 37, and where Jesus alludes to verse 11 in the beatitude: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 Bullying, direct action that involves violence, violent demonstrations, and terrorism are therefore clearly all against God’s will. He is the one who will avenge in the long run, and we must respond peacefully in all but the worst situations. nevertheless, peaceful action can be very effective, bringing significant changes. The Bible calls for believers to campaign for justice, and to defend the powerless. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the use of force or violence to do so. It is worth remembering that Jesus taught the beatitudes in a context where others promoted force and armed insurrection against Roman occupation. A guaranteed inheritance, if we will only follow God’s way The famous atheist Frederick Nietzsche, who coined the phrase “God is dead,” once said, “Assert yourself. Care for nothing except yourself. The only vice is weakness and the only virtue is strength. Be strong. Be a superman. The world is yours if you work hard enough for it.” Instead of looking after ‘number one’ by force, Jesus commends meekness and trust in God. Nietzsche could only strive towards his goals, but in contrast God promises to deliver for those who trust in him and follow his way. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:5 that the meek ‘will inherit’ it all. That is a wonderful promise. But first, we need to trust in Jesus, and have the Spirit of God in our lives We might therefore be tempted to try to follow God’s way of meekness, in order to deserve the promised blessing. However, that would be a mistake. This is because we are naturally not meek. We fail when we try to do what we ought to. Yet, as Paul teaches: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness (meekness) and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22–23, NIV84) In order to have the fruit of the Spirit, we need to have the Spirit of God. In order to have the Spirit of God, we need to have saving faith in Jesus Christ: “Because those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14, NIV84) (If you would like to pray a prayer to trust in Jesus, you could use this one. )

This Episode:  A new day brings new hope.  Our group helps Gallyn search for the one last person that may be able to help them figure out what has been going on in this town, and they look for him in the one place that someone would have been able to survive a goblin incursion.Jesse (Game Master), Dave (Agnim), Al (Marmolek), Besse (Leo), & John (Gallyn)Direct DownloadRSS FeedStitcheriTunesPodcast LandAnd please, feel free to Contact Us through any means you'd prefer.Music included is provided by Doomstrike Eddie

　　1971年，一直默默无闻的美国民谣歌手Don McLean在灵感泉涌中写下了一首超长的歌曲《American Pie》。这首歌不仅使他一夜成名，也让他和他的这首作品一直流传到了21世纪的今天。   　　Don Mclean于1945年10月2日出生于美国纽约。60年代早期Don在纽约州的俱乐部中以灌制唱片开始了他的演艺生涯。大多数时间里，Don是一名游吟歌手。   　　1970年他曾写了一首纪念梵高的音乐献辞《vincent》。Don的首次亮相专辑TAPESTRY同年出版，但没能卖出去。艺术家联合会第二年和他签约并制作了American Pie的第一个增加版，这首歌惊人地登上了英国排行榜第二，美国第一的位置。这首歌的同名专辑也获得成功。Don也由此被认为是最有天赋和最有商业价值的新生歌手。   　　尽管开头不错，Don的演艺生涯在70年代中期却陷入了困境，好在他是一名具有强烈自我意识的歌手，1980年他凭借一曲Crying重登排行榜。之后，他的再版旧专辑也引起轰动，他个人也因此而进行大规模巡回演出。80年代以后，Don转向乡村音乐发展，不过仍处于流行音乐的主流。1991年，他那张已有20周岁的专辑 American Pie出乎意料的重返英国排行榜前20位，这无疑又掀起了人们对他早先作品的兴趣。   　　本期【唱片街】和您重温Don Mclean于1971年发表的《American Pie》专辑。   　　【播放曲目】   　　01. American Pie 　　02. Everybody Loves Me, Baby 　　03. Mother Nature 　　04. Sister Fatima 　　05. Vincent（Starry Starry Night） 　　06. Crossroads 　　07. Empty Chairs 　　08. Till Tomorrow 　　09. The Grave 　　10. Aftermath 　　11. Winterwood

　　1971年，一直默默无闻的美国民谣歌手Don McLean在灵感泉涌中写下了一首超长的歌曲《American Pie》。这首歌不仅使他一夜成名，也让他和他的这首作品一直流传到了21世纪的今天。   　　Don Mclean于1945年10月2日出生于美国纽约。60年代早期Don在纽约州的俱乐部中以灌制唱片开始了他的演艺生涯。大多数时间里，Don是一名游吟歌手。   　　1970年他曾写了一首纪念梵高的音乐献辞《vincent》。Don的首次亮相专辑TAPESTRY同年出版，但没能卖出去。艺术家联合会第二年和他签约并制作了American Pie的第一个增加版，这首歌惊人地登上了英国排行榜第二，美国第一的位置。这首歌的同名专辑也获得成功。Don也由此被认为是最有天赋和最有商业价值的新生歌手。   　　尽管开头不错，Don的演艺生涯在70年代中期却陷入了困境，好在他是一名具有强烈自我意识的歌手，1980年他凭借一曲Crying重登排行榜。之后，他的再版旧专辑也引起轰动，他个人也因此而进行大规模巡回演出。80年代以后，Don转向乡村音乐发展，不过仍处于流行音乐的主流。1991年，他那张已有20周岁的专辑 American Pie出乎意料的重返英国排行榜前20位，这无疑又掀起了人们对他早先作品的兴趣。   　　本期【唱片街】和您重温Don Mclean于1971年发表的《American Pie》专辑。   　　【播放曲目】   　　01. American Pie 　　02. Everybody Loves Me, Baby 　　03. Mother Nature 　　04. Sister Fatima 　　05. Vincent（Starry Starry Night） 　　06. Crossroads 　　07. Empty Chairs 　　08. Till Tomorrow 　　09. The Grave 　　10. Aftermath 　　11. Winterwood

　　1971年，一直默默无闻的美国民谣歌手Don McLean在灵感泉涌中写下了一首超长的歌曲《American Pie》。这首歌不仅使他一夜成名，也让他和他的这首作品一直流传到了21世纪的今天。   　　Don Mclean于1945年10月2日出生于美国纽约。60年代早期Don在纽约州的俱乐部中以灌制唱片开始了他的演艺生涯。大多数时间里，Don是一名游吟歌手。   　　1970年他曾写了一首纪念梵高的音乐献辞《vincent》。Don的首次亮相专辑TAPESTRY同年出版，但没能卖出去。艺术家联合会第二年和他签约并制作了American Pie的第一个增加版，这首歌惊人地登上了英国排行榜第二，美国第一的位置。这首歌的同名专辑也获得成功。Don也由此被认为是最有天赋和最有商业价值的新生歌手。   　　尽管开头不错，Don的演艺生涯在70年代中期却陷入了困境，好在他是一名具有强烈自我意识的歌手，1980年他凭借一曲Crying重登排行榜。之后，他的再版旧专辑也引起轰动，他个人也因此而进行大规模巡回演出。80年代以后，Don转向乡村音乐发展，不过仍处于流行音乐的主流。1991年，他那张已有20周岁的专辑 American Pie出乎意料的重返英国排行榜前20位，这无疑又掀起了人们对他早先作品的兴趣。   　　本期【唱片街】和您重温Don Mclean于1971年发表的《American Pie》专辑。   　　【播放曲目】   　　01. American Pie 　　02. Everybody Loves Me, Baby 　　03. Mother Nature 　　04. Sister Fatima 　　05. Vincent（Starry Starry Night） 　　06. Crossroads 　　07. Empty Chairs 　　08. Till Tomorrow 　　09. The Grave 　　10. Aftermath 　　11. Winterwood

It was my pleasure to interview Lori who is responsible for one the most well known songs of the past 40 years, "Killing Me Softly." With a song so far above the noise I was curious to hear about Lori's experience in the music industry and how people can learn from it. Aaron Bethune Lori Lieberman is best known for “Killing Me Softly”, written during her Troubadour days in Los Angeles when she saw Don McLean in concert, Lori Lieberman has consistently recorded LP after CD, gleaning the respect of an industry and a devoted base of fans. Featured in author, Leo Blokhuis’ book, “Sounds Of The West Coast” which won the Golden Tulip Award, he devotes a chapter that details Lori Lieberman’s early music — California in the seventies, the Sunset Strip and the West Coast club circuit that included singer-songwriters such as Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, and The Eagles. A true full circle moment occurred a few weeks ago, when she met Don McLean for the first time at his concert in Los Angeles, where he credited the song to Lori Lieberman, and sang its inspiration, “Empty Chairs”, to her.

The Empty Chairs we have in our lives can signal many things.  For Jacob it must have been difficult to see a place empty of Joseph every time the family gathered together.  In our day, an empty chair can be both a symbol of loss...and of hope.