Podcast appearances and mentions of faith forum

Witnessing the war in Gaza can make us feel hopeless and like there's nothing we can do. Dr. Peter Makari (he/him), a Global Relations Minister for the Middle East and Europe, shares with us today a message of hope, justice, and peace. He offers important background information in relationships in the Middle East and lifts up voices of Palestinian partners who are on the ground doing important work. Peter reminds us to recall Jesus' message of "who is my neighbor" and how that neighbor is not just the person next door, but our global neighbor as well. This is an important conversation and we hope it encourages you to utilize the links below to continue learning and connecting, and turning hope into action.About PeterDr. Peter E. Makari (he/him), PhD, serves as Global Relations Minister for the Middle East and Europe with the Common Global Ministries Board of the United Church of Christ and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), a position he has held since July 1, 2000.He serves on the National Council of Churches' Interreligious Convening Table, of which he is a co-convener, and has been an active participant in national Jewish-Christian and Muslim-Christian dialogue initiatives.  He represents the UCC and Disciples on the Faith Forum for Middle East Policy, of which he is a co-convener, and on the board of Churches for Middle East Peace.  He also represents the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) on the Steering and Executive Committees of the Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign.An Egyptian-American, Peter has lived in the Middle East, where he worked with the Coptic Evangelical Organization for Social Services (CEOSS) in Cairo, Egypt (1991-1994), and then with the Middle East Council of Churches, based in Limassol, Cyprus (1997-2000). Peter earned an M.A. in Middle East Studies from the American University in Cairo (1993) and a Ph.D. in Politics and Middle East Studies from New York University (2003).  He is the author of Conflict and Cooperation: Christian-Muslim Relations in Contemporary Egypt (Syracuse University Press, 2007).Peter is a member of West Park United Church of Christ in Cleveland, OH.Important Links to Learn MoreGlobal Ministries' Middle East and Europe Homepage: https://www.globalministries.org/regions/mee/Resources, including recommended reading (under “Bookshelf”): https://www.globalministries.org/resource/mee_resources_index/Our UCC and Disciples response page to the current crisis in the Middle East: https://www.globalministries.org/the-disciples-and-ucc-address-the-crisis-in-the-middle-east/Connect with us!Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional.Check out our website for various resources - including devotionals, journaling prompts, and even curriculumGet some Lady Preacher Podcast swag!Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

In this episode, Sam and Chris interview Elliot Rinehart, a missionary with YWAM and host of the Faith Forum podcast.  Elliot created the faith forum to learn about those who are currently in ministry, their motivations, where they are seeing results, and to make connections with other servants. Among Elliot's takeaways are 3 general types of pastors, how we might pursue balance, and some concerning theological drifting.  In this episode, Sam and Chris interview Elliot Rinehart, a missionary with Youth With A Mission (YWAM) and host of the Faith Forum podcast. Elliot created the faith forum to learn about those who are currently in ministry, their motivations, where they are seeing results, and to make connections with other servants. Among Elliot's takeaways are 3 general types of pastors, how we might pursue balance, and some concerning theological drifting. Youth With A Mission The Faith Forum Podcast: youtube.com/@Faith-Forum/videos= The Episode with host Sam Sears : https://youtu.be/oBEz8I0S-k0?si=aiGfdmFiVqPthG7y rinehartmissions.com/

Shane Claiborne discusses the death penalty, faith, and justice from a Jesus perspective with special guests who share their stories. This week's "Faith Forum" episode includes Derrick Jamison and SueZann Bosler. Derrick was wrongfully-convicted and spent nearly 20 years on death row for a crime he had nothing to do with. And Sue Zann is the survivor of a violent crime that took her father's life.

Lisa Sardinia grew up in California, Nevada and Washington, moving nine times before graduating from high school. She attended Whitworth University in Spokane and received a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. Then she moved to Bozeman, Montana, where she skied cross-country, climbed mountains, and rafted many rivers. And she also earned a Ph.D. in Microbiology, with a minor in Biochemistry, from Montana State University, studying the replication of coronaviruses. Following graduate school, she was awarded a National Cancer Institute research fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco studying molecular genetics. Then she began a teaching career, first at San Francisco State University, then at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota. The west coast called, though, and she moved back to the Bay Area and enrolled at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where she earned a J.D. She clerked for a federal district court judge in San Francisco and worked in a patent law office in Palo Alto before coming to Pacific University. At Pacific, she taught a variety of classes in three colleges, from Microbiology to Companion Animal Science in the College of Arts and Sciences, Biochemistry and Genetics in the College of Optometry, and Human Genetics in the Physician Assistant Studies program. Her research with students has spanned a number fields, including the effect of essential oils and plant extracts on the growth of pathogenic bacteria, gene expression in paddlefish, microbiological analysis of freshwater streams in Chehalem Ridge Natural Area and wetlands at Fernhill Wetlands, and identification of native yeasts in samples collected throughout the fermentation process from a local winery. She was co-primary investigator for a $257,000 NIH grant—Faith Forum on Genetics: An ELSI Educational Intervention for Religious Communities. Her public scholarship activities include numerous Science Pub and Science on Tap presentations, as well as presentations to various professional and community groups on stem cell research and ethics, genetic testing, epigenetics, gut microbiota, and the biology of sex and gender. She served as Pacific's Faculty Athletics Representative for 20 years, including several years as a member of two national NCAA committees. She has been the Pre-Optometry Club advisor, the College of Arts & Sciences faculty chair, and the University Faculty Secretary. She enrolled in two Computer Science classes to prepare for a sabbatical leave spent developing a Bioinformatics major (and taking three Bioinformatics courses at OHSU). She has been the recipient of the Thomas J. and Joyce Holce Endowed Professorship in Science and the S.S. Johnson Foundation Award for Excellence in Teaching. She lives on a small farm with her partner, John, her overly exuberant German Shepherd-Husky dog, Shasta, and her absurdly fluffy cat, Arlo. She spends her time on the farm trying to put into practice the principles she learned while earning a certificate in Permaculture Design through Pacific. All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwell. Opening graphic assets by UlyanaStudio and Grandphic.sharkfyn.com maxwellskitchenpodcast.com

This episode is from November 2021's  Faith Forum on Creation Care & Colonization with special guests Randy Woodley, Sarah Augustine, Nicole Taylor Morris, and Avery Davis Lamb! To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

Many of you are familiar with the work of RAWtools (turning guns into garden tools), but the deeper part of our work involves restorative justice. The founder of RAWTools, Mike Martin, will join us along with Sharletta Evans who is at the forefront of the Restorative Justice movement in America. Sharletta's three year old son, Casson, was killed in the cross-fire during a shooting by teenagers. Many years later, one of the boys sentenced to life without parole began to correspond with her. Join us for this special event to hear how they continue to work together to heal the wounds of violence.  RAWTools:  http://rawtools.org To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

On this episode from December 2021, Shane Claiborne is joined by friends in this Faith Forum to have a conversation about gun violence, what the Bible says, and statistics on guns and white evangelicals.  To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/   

In this episode, Shane Claiborne, Jonathan Wilson Hartgrove, and Rev. Liz Theoharis discuss the Poor People's Campaign and the Moral March on Washington on June 18th in DC. To get involved with the Poor People's Campaign go to: https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/  To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

This Faith Forum episode is from April 2021, where Shane Claiborne discusses faith and immigration with Jenny Yang and Alexa Salvatierra. Special musical guest Rosa Cándida Ramírez. To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne

A special Faith Forum from August 21, 2021 on War and Militarism with guests Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr. Diana Oestreich and Rev. John Dear. Special performance by poet and musician Micah Bournes. To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne

This week's episode features a conversation with Shane Claiborne on policing, from July 2021's Faith Forum with guests Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, Rev. David Couper, and Lionel Latouche. Don't miss out on future conversations and updates - make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! For more information on RLC, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne

Shane Claiborne discusses the death penalty, faith, and justice from a Jesus perspective with special guests who share their stories. This week's "Faith Forum" episode includes Derrick Jamison and SueZann Bosler. Derrick was wrongfully-convicted and spent nearly 20 years on death row for a crime he had nothing to do with. And Sue Zann is the survivor of a violent crime that took her father's life. Intro song: Blue Sky Moon - Western Vestibules

Join us for our Thrive Sunday Forum series at Christ Church Cranbrook. Father Bill discusses the topic of faith in this presentation. If you would like to see the PowerPoint for this presentation, click here.

Show References: How To Talk To Any Young Person: An Intergenerational Conversation Toolkit: https://shop.fulleryouthinstitute.org/products/conversation-toolkits Faith Forum: www.clcfamily.church/faithforum

Preaching for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Monique Jacobs offers a reflection on the image of the Divine vine grower and invites us to build a partnership of trust: "Often, left to my own wisdom, I might point to what feels fruitful to me, showy, productive…when in fact, that is what will be pruned away… If I cling too tightly to what I know, to what I prefer, will I miss out on what else God wants to reveal to me? What else will come to life? This partnership, for it is indeed a partnership, can only work if there is trust." Monique Jacobs is Director of Faith Formation for the Diocese of Reno, Nevada - a ministry she has served for almost 20 years. She also accompanies seekers as a spiritual director and contributes monthly to the Faith Forum column in the Reno Gazette Journal, engaging with leaders of multiple faith traditions on given topic. She received her M.A. in Religious Education at Fordham University in New York. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/05022021 to learn more about Monique, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

In this August update from Fayetteville Police Chief Gina Hawkins we discuss virtual orientation for the upcoming Police Academy, the importance of her department's "One Agency, One Community, One Family" in the face of the current state of civil unrest.Listen is as we talk about the Faith Forum series, this summer's Empowerment Camp for youth, social media and more.

Few words can make our heads turn as much in today's world as the word "justice." What does it mean that God is just? And how does that relate to the Christian's pursuit of justice? We'll explore from the Bible how to understand righteousness and justice, and why there can be so much confusion about these topics in the church today. Notes from our Faith Forum on Race, Justice and the Gospel can be requested by emailing info@zoedallas.org.

A weekly podcast exploring stories at the intersection of culture and faith through an inclusive Christian lens. Meet the moderators of our first Good Faith Forum Series on Racial justice. The three events will take place at 1 p.m. CDT / 2 p.m. EDT on Tuesdays, July 14, 21, and 28. Each forum will be live-streamed to GFM's Facebook page. Advanced questions can be submitted here, and inquiries can be submitted during the live event via Facebook chat, as well. GFM staff will curate questions submitted in advance and during the event that the forum moderators will present to the panelists. Cory Jones, Starlette Thomas, and Terrell Carter will lead each of the three conversations. You won't want to miss this episode, where we learn more about the moderator's goals for each forum.

A weekly podcast exploring stories at the intersection of culture and faith through an inclusive Christian lens. Meet the moderators of our first Good Faith Forum Series on Racial justice. The three events will take place at 1 p.m. CDT / 2 p.m. EDT on Tuesdays, July 14, 21, and 28. Each forum will be live-streamed to GFM’s Facebook page.Advanced questions can be submitted here, and inquiries can be submitted during the live event via Facebook chat, as well. GFM staff will curate questions submitted in advance and during the event that the forum moderators will present to the panelists. Cory Jones, Starlette Thomas, and Terrell Carter will lead each of the three conversations. You won't want to miss this episode, where we learn more about the moderator's goals for each forum.

Muddassar Ahmed is Managing Partner at Unitas Communications Ltd, a British strategic communications consultancy, where he’s led on projects for the United Nations, Amnesty International, the NFL, the Arab League, the U.S. State Department and Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and many other governments, civil society and business organizations. He also founded and, is the President of, the Concordia Forum, an annual retreat for senior Western Muslim leaders. In addition, he is President of the John Adams Society, the UK’s official US State Department International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Association. He serves as a Director of the European Network of (US State Dept.) American Alumni, The IDEAS fund & Faith Forum for London. He is also on advisory boards at IAYP, the U.S. Atlantic Council, and Global Ties U.S. Muddassar also recently joined the Office of Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives at the German Marshal Fund as a non-resident fellow with a focus on advancing inclusive leadership in Europe and North America. Muddassar recently completed a term as an Independent Advisor on communities to the UK Government. He regularly writes and commentates for a variety of international media outlets including, London’s Evening Standard, CNN, the Hill, BBC, the Telegraph, Arab News and Haartez. He has also been named as one of 500 most influential Muslims in the world for three years in row and amongst the 1000 most influential Londoners by the Evening Standard in 2018.

"People might have asked you: ‘If you could meet anyone from history, who would it be?’ Well, I know my answer. It’s The Emir, Abdel-Kader. Emir means ‘Commander of the Faithful.’ It’s a title Abdel-Kader certainly earned. Because that’s what he was. A Commander. But not just that. Emir Abdel-Kader was an extraordinary human being who led a phenomenal life, who grew from being an ordinary Algerian Sufi to a world-historical figure with a legacy that stretches across four continents. I first stumbled upon Abdel-Kader’s legend by listening to a popular song, fittingly enough called ‘Abdel Kader,’ by the famous Algerian Rai singer Cheb Khaled, who also sang the very well-known song ‘Aisha’. I started out curious, just wondering who the lyrics celebrated, and quickly became fascinated... hence this series. I'm Muddassar Ahmed." Host: Muddassar Ahmed is Managing Partner at Unitas Communications Ltd, a British strategic communications consultancy, where he’s led on projects for the United Nations, Amnesty International, the NFL, the Arab League, the U.S. State Department and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and many other governments, civil society and business organisations. He also founded and, is the President of, the Concordia Forum, an annual retreat for senior Western Muslim leaders. In addition, he is President of the John Adams Society, the UK’s official US State Department International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Association. He serves as a Director of the European Network of (US State Dept.) American Alumni, The IDEAS fund & Faith Forum for London. He is also on advisory boards at IAYP, the U.S. Atlantic Council, and Global Ties U.S. Muddassar also recently joined the Office of Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives at the German Marshal Fund as a non-resident fellow with a focus on advancing inclusive leadership in Europe and North America. Muddassar recently completed a term as an Independent Advisor on communities to the UK Government. He regularly writes and commentates for a variety of international media outlets including, London’s Evening Standard, CNN, the Hill, BBC, the Telegraph, Arab News and Haartez. He has also been named as one of 500 most influential Muslims in the world for three years in row and amongst the 1000 most influential Londoners by the Evening Standard in 2018. Produced by Toledo Society. (https://toledosociety.com/about/) Toledo Society is funded purely from the generosity of our listeners and those who believe in our mission. These funds are used to produce the shows that are currently live, as well as those in our pipeline. Contribute here (https://toledosociety.com/contribute/)

The COVID-19 crisis has disrupted our lives, amplified the disparities in our communities, and pushed folks who were already on the margins, closer to the edge. This crisis may have shifted how we organize, but it didn’t change who we are fighting for. We now organize to protect immigrants and communities of color online, using more technology than ever before. One way to get through times like this is by anchoring ourselves in the stories and witness those who came before us and leaning into their love and wisdom. In February,  Phyllis Hill, Faith in Action director of organizing and Rev. Deth Im, Faith in Action director of training reminded us of that when they opened our first national Faith Forum by calling in their ancestors and inviting those of us in the room to do the same. The audio in this episode was recorded over a span of nearly three months and in three settings:  before the pandemic on a hotel stage in Las Vegas, just before shelter in place orders at a street market east of downtown Atlanta, and amid the lockdown in Kansas City, MO (but on Zoom).  You will hear excerpts from the opening ceremony of the Faith Forum as well as follow up interviews with Phyllis and Deth.  We spoke with them about the ancestors whose wisdom shows up in their organizing work, and about solidarity in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. Show notes: Visit www.faithinaction.org to learn more about Faith in Action.

"People might have asked you: ‘If you could meet anyone from history, who would it be?’ Well, I know my answer. It’s The Emir, Abdel-Kader. Emir means ‘Commander of the Faithful.’ It’s a title Abdel-Kader certainly earned. Because that’s what he was. A Commander. But not just that. Emir Abdel-Kader was an extraordinary human being who led a phenomenal life, who grew from being an ordinary Algerian Sufi to a world-historical figure with a legacy that stretches across four continents. I first stumbled upon Abdel-Kader’s legend by listening to a popular song, fittingly enough called ‘Abdel Kader,’ by the famous Algerian Rai singer Cheb Khaled, who also sang the very well-known song ‘Aisha’. I started out curious, just wondering who the lyrics celebrated, and quickly became fascinated... hence this series. I'm Muddassar Ahmed." Host: Muddassar Ahmed is Managing Partner at Unitas Communications Ltd, a British strategic communications consultancy, where he’s led on projects for the United Nations, Amnesty International, the NFL, the Arab League, the U.S. State Department and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and many other governments, civil society and business organisations. He also founded and, is the President of, the Concordia Forum, an annual retreat for senior Western Muslim leaders. In addition, he is President of the John Adams Society, the UK’s official US State Department International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Association. He serves as a Director of the European Network of (US State Dept.) American Alumni, The IDEAS fund & Faith Forum for London. He is also on advisory boards at IAYP, the U.S. Atlantic Council, and Global Ties U.S. Muddassar also recently joined the Office of Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives at the German Marshal Fund as a non-resident fellow with a focus on advancing inclusive leadership in Europe and North America. Muddassar recently completed a term as an Independent Advisor on communities to the UK Government. He regularly writes and commentates for a variety of international media outlets including, London’s Evening Standard, CNN, the Hill, BBC, the Telegraph, Arab News and Haartez. He has also been named as one of 500 most influential Muslims in the world for three years in row and amongst the 1000 most influential Londoners by the Evening Standard in 2018. Produced by Toledo Society. (https://toledosociety.com/about/) Toledo Society is funded purely from the generosity of our listeners and those who believe in our mission. These funds are used to produce the shows that are currently live, as well as those in our pipeline. Contribute here (https://toledosociety.com/contribute/)

"People might have asked you: ‘If you could meet anyone from history, who would it be?’ Well, I know my answer. It’s The Emir, Abdel-Kader. Emir means ‘Commander of the Faithful.’ It’s a title Abdel-Kader certainly earned. Because that’s what he was. A Commander. But not just that. Emir Abdel-Kader was an extraordinary human being who led a phenomenal life, who grew from being an ordinary Algerian Sufi to a world-historical figure with a legacy that stretches across four continents. I first stumbled upon Abdel-Kader’s legend by listening to a popular song, fittingly enough called ‘Abdel Kader,’ by the famous Algerian Rai singer Cheb Khaled, who also sang the very well-known song ‘Aisha’. I started out curious, just wondering who the lyrics celebrated, and quickly became fascinated... hence this series. I'm Muddassar Ahmed." Host: Muddassar Ahmed is Managing Partner at Unitas Communications Ltd, a British strategic communications consultancy, where he’s led on projects for the United Nations, Amnesty International, the NFL, the Arab League, the U.S. State Department and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and many other governments, civil society and business organisations. He also founded and, is the President of, the Concordia Forum, an annual retreat for senior Western Muslim leaders. In addition, he is President of the John Adams Society, the UK’s official US State Department International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Association. He serves as a Director of the European Network of (US State Dept.) American Alumni, The IDEAS fund & Faith Forum for London. He is also on advisory boards at IAYP, the U.S. Atlantic Council, and Global Ties U.S. Muddassar also recently joined the Office of Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives at the German Marshal Fund as a non-resident fellow with a focus on advancing inclusive leadership in Europe and North America. Muddassar recently completed a term as an Independent Advisor on communities to the UK Government. He regularly writes and commentates for a variety of international media outlets including, London’s Evening Standard, CNN, the Hill, BBC, the Telegraph, Arab News and Haartez. He has also been named as one of 500 most influential Muslims in the world for three years in row and amongst the 1000 most influential Londoners by the Evening Standard in 2018. Produced by Toledo Society. (https://toledosociety.com/about/) Toledo Society is funded purely from the generosity of our listeners and those who believe in our mission. These funds are used to produce the shows that are currently live, as well as those in our pipeline. Contribute here (https://toledosociety.com/contribute/)

Catalina Morales Bahena, Nicole Barnes and Koach Baruch Frazier are theologians in training and innovative community organizers of color, who are deeply rooted in the communities they serve. At the 2020 Faith Forum in February, they shared the stage with Megan Black clergy organizer for Faith in Action. With the upcoming election in view, Catalina, Nicole and Koach offer wisdom drawn from their respective Catholic, Baptist and Jewish traditions, as well as their lived experiences as faith organizers.  In this engaging panel discussion, they teach us to trust our instincts, to value human connections and to remember that freedom does not require assimilation. 

Trailer only - First episode to be published on Wed, 13th May 2020 - spread the word. "People might have asked you: ‘If you could meet anyone from history, who would it be?’ Well, I know my answer. It’s The Emir, Abdel-Kader. Emir means ‘Commander of the Faithful.’ It’s a title Abdel-Kader certainly earned. Because that’s what he was. A Commander. But not just that. Emir Abdel-Kader was an extraordinary human being who led a phenomenal life, who grew from being an ordinary Algerian Sufi to a world-historical figure with a legacy that stretches across four continents. I first stumbled upon Abdel-Kader’s legend by listening to a popular song, fittingly enough called ‘Abdel Kader,’ by the famous Algerian Rai singer Cheb Khaled, who also sang the very well-known song ‘Aisha’. I started out curious, just wondering who the lyrics celebrated, and quickly became fascinated... hence this series. I'm Muddassar Ahmed." Host: Muddassar Ahmed is Managing Partner at Unitas Communications Ltd, a British strategic communications consultancy, where he’s led on projects for the United Nations, Amnesty International, the NFL, the Arab League, the U.S. State Department and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and many other governments, civil society and business organisations. He also founded and, is the President of, the Concordia Forum, an annual retreat for senior Western Muslim leaders. In addition, he is President of the John Adams Society, the UK’s official US State Department International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Association. He serves as a Director of the European Network of (US State Dept.) American Alumni, The IDEAS fund & Faith Forum for London. He is also on advisory boards at IAYP, the U.S. Atlantic Council, and Global Ties U.S. Muddassar also recently joined the Office of Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives at the German Marshal Fund as a non-resident fellow with a focus on advancing inclusive leadership in Europe and North America. Muddassar recently completed a term as an Independent Advisor on communities to the UK Government. He regularly writes and commentates for a variety of international media outlets including, London’s Evening Standard, CNN, the Hill, BBC, the Telegraph, Arab News and Haartez. He has also been named as one of 500 most influential Muslims in the world for three years in row and amongst the 1000 most influential Londoners by the Evening Standard in 2018.

*A Production Note: The sound varies throughout the recording. Listeners may need to adjust their volume. In this episode, we talk with three powerful faith leaders about the stories, traditions, and practices that they turn to in times of crisis. We recorded the panel in February 2020, before the Coronavirus pandemic forced all of us to redesign the ways that we worship, organize and interact with one another. But this conversation with Imam Asad Zaman, Rev. Billy Michael Honor, and Rev. Nancy Palmer Jones still sparks our imagination about faith that can live outside our gurdwaras, mosques, synagogues, and houses of worship and reminds us that by engaging the best of our traditions, we can build true human solidarity together.  Show Notes: Visit isaiahmn.org to learn more about Isaiah, a federation of Faith in Action.  Visit newgeorgiaproject.org to learn more about The New Georgia Project, a partner of Faith in Action. Visit pactsj.org to learn more about PACT, a federation of Faith in Action. 

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about a recent Nevada faith forum in which several Democratic presidential candidates attended.  Melissa Ohden, author of "You Carried Me," talks about being survivor of a saline abortion in the 1970's, and reconciling with her past.

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about a recent Nevada faith forum in which several Democratic presidential candidates attended.  Melissa Ohden, author of "You Carried Me," talks about being survivor of a saline abortion in the 1970's, and reconciling with her past.

Talking with Police Chief Gina Hawkins about her recent appointment to the President's Commission on Law Enforcement, a timely and relevant Faith Forum and the upcoming Citizen's Police Academy.

Join us for a panel discussion moderated by Marc Handley Andrus, Bishop of California, presented in partnership with The Northern California Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Foundation. Organized around the MLK2020 theme of The Time for Justice, the conversation is designed to create a space to critique, analyze and thoughtfully question assumptions about King and faith, King and community and King and society, and to ignite greater dialogue and programs of action that will infuse the positive force of justice.

Two of biggest interests that I have are theology and disability. Thankfully these two topics do intersect. When I wanted to talk about this, I knew exactly who I wanted to chat with. Keith Dow is the Manager of Organizational and Spiritual Life at Christian Horizons. In addition to working on the front lines of disability ministry, Keith is also doing his PhD in theology. I have come to really respect and appreciate Keith's thoughtful reflections on the intersection of theology and disabilities. I think you will enjoy our conversation. You might also be interested in this text interview I had with Keith Dow a few years ago. Two of the resources that Keith mentions in this episode include: The recommended audiobook for this episode is A Place of Healing: Wrestling with the Mysteries of Suffering, Pain, and God's Sovereignty by Joni Eareckson Tada In this eloquent account of her current struggle with physical pain, Joni Eareckson Tada offers her perspective on divine healing, God’s purposes, and what it means to live with joy. Over four decades ago, a diving accident left Joni a quadriplegic. Today, she faces a new battle: unrelenting pain. The ongoing urgency of this season in her life has caused Joni to return to foundational questions about suffering and God’s will. A Place of Healing is not an ivory tower treatise on suffering. Its an intimate look into the life of a mature woman of God. Whether readers are enduring physical pain, financial loss, or relational grief, Joni invites them to process their suffering with her. Together, they will navigate the distance between God’s magnificent yes and heartbreaking no and find new hope for thriving in between. You can download this audiobook for FREE with a FREE trial of Audible. Church Engagement Disability and Faith Forum

Two of biggest interests that I have are theology and disability. Thankfully these two topics do intersect. When I wanted to talk about this, I knew exactly who I wanted to chat with. Keith Dow is the Manager of Organizational and Spiritual Life at Christian Horizons. In addition to working on the front lines of disability ministry, Keith is also doing his PhD in theology. I have come to really respect and appreciate Keith's thoughtful reflections on the intersection of theology and disabilities. I think you will enjoy our conversation. You might also be interested in this text interview I had with Keith Dow a few years ago. Two of the resources that Keith mentions in this episode include: The recommended audiobook for this episode is A Place of Healing: Wrestling with the Mysteries of Suffering, Pain, and God's Sovereignty by Joni Eareckson Tada In this eloquent account of her current struggle with physical pain, Joni Eareckson Tada offers her perspective on divine healing, God’s purposes, and what it means to live with joy. Over four decades ago, a diving accident left Joni a quadriplegic. Today, she faces a new battle: unrelenting pain. The ongoing urgency of this season in her life has caused Joni to return to foundational questions about suffering and God’s will. A Place of Healing is not an ivory tower treatise on suffering. Its an intimate look into the life of a mature woman of God. Whether readers are enduring physical pain, financial loss, or relational grief, Joni invites them to process their suffering with her. Together, they will navigate the distance between God’s magnificent yes and heartbreaking no and find new hope for thriving in between. You can download this audiobook for FREE with a FREE trial of Audible. Church Engagement Disability and Faith Forum

A talk to a Faith Forum

A talk to a Faith Forum

A panel discussion moderated by Dr. Clayborne Carson and featuring the Rev. Dr. Andrea C. White, presented in partnership with The Northern California Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Foundation. Organized around the MLK2019 theme of We’re In This Together, the conversation is designed to create a space to critique, analyze and thoughtfully question assumptions about King and faith, King and community and King and society, and to ignite greater dialogue and programs of action that will infuse where we go from here.

How to Take The Fight to Mike Ashley - a true faith supporters forum was held on the 11th of October 2018 at the Tyneside Irish Centre On the night supporters raised £2,282 for the Newcastle United Fans Foodbank. All of the speakers came together to raise this money while addressing the key question of how Newcastle United fans can force ownership change. Speakers on the night were George Caulkin - the Times Luke Edwards - The Telegraph Colin Whittle - NUST (host) David Conn - The Guardian Wallace Wilson - The Magpie Group Jay Mckenna - Spirit of Shankly Craig Houston - Sons of Struth Norman Watson - NUST Video highlights of the night are available on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSRqBRmY3SpwjPQd7Cs_UA?view_as=subscriber Please donate to the foodbank if you listen to this podcast. Details: https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-money/

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“I don’t want to reach the world…I just want to find my individual segment.” If you’re not familiar with the term micro fame you’ll want to listen to this episode. Meet Alexander Lowry, a Professor of Finance at Gordon College and the Director for the Master of Science in Financial Analysis program. Listen as Alexander talks about disrupting the higher education industry & how social media helped him in this efforts. He shares some innovative social tips & techniques you’ll want to make note of. You can learn more about Gordon College by visiting their website. Also be sure to take a look at their Master of Science in Financial Analysis program, especially if you’re thinking about a future in finance! here Alexander shared information about Gordon’s Finance & Faith Forum, which is held quarterly. Click here to learn more the forum and see which speakers will be presenting You can find Alexander on LinkedIn & Twitter if you'd like to connect with him!  Listen: Alexander Lowry on Micro Fame & Industry Disruption  

Alexander is the executive director of the master of science in Financial Analysis program at Gordon College. Today, he shares the story of how he ended up at Gordon College and the unique way the program is changing financial culture. Before the Lord led him to directing the program, Alexander worked in the financial industry and aspired to a powerful career. Friends introduced him to the New Canaan Society where he learned in vulnerability and made some great friends. Alexander's passion for ethics in the financial world is evident as he talks about the need to see more ethically grounded, biblically literate people embedded in the workforce. Please listen and share with a friend! Stories Alexander shared: Finding Jesus on a church mission trip How Tim Keller ruined him for other preachers Why community is so important in his life The moment his parents told him they were getting divorced and how that shaped his view of God Joining the New Canaan Society and God's shaping of his life How to hold a soft heart in the middle of a hard environment The opportunity to join Gordon College to make a difference His goal to add more Gordon graduates to the financial workforce How Gordon is working to add faith and ethics to the financial world Great quotes from Alexander: You're the 1% for the world. Jesus is the most feminine man I've ever seen and yet he was the strongest man as well. He knew emotions and he knew how to use them. That's powerful. We think about places where God can be and we can have more God. Financial Services is a place we can have more God. Resources Alexander mentioned: Master of Finance at Gordon College New Canaan Society Finance and Faith Forum of Gordon College Andy McDowell – Off Camera interview Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. The post Alexander Lowry's Journey in Faith and Finance appeared first on Eric Nevins.

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Ephie Ballard-Johnson was born in Memphis, TN. After graduating from Treadwell High School, she attended the University of Memphis where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in technical writing. She then worked as an educator in the Memphis City School System for a number of years before serving as the Administrative Director of Neighborhood Christian Centers, Inc., a nonprofit Christian organization that employs over 60 staff members and provides many programs and assistance for 50,000 neighbors in need annually. After ten years as Administrative Director, she seceded her mother and NCC founding director, JoeAnn Ballard, as President/CEO of theNeighborhood Christian Centers (NCC) in 2008. Since that time, Mrs. Johnson has spearheaded the creation of the Early Childhood Brain Development program- Operation Smart Child- in partnership with The Urban Childhood Institute, organized the First Ladies for Healthy Babies Network with the support of Tennessee First Lady Crissy Haslam. Along with a committed staff, Ephie has a heart for the Memphis community, she is committed to the plight of the elimination of poverty through her service at NCC. Mrs. Johnson is the host of FOX 13 WHBQ’s “Faith Forum” and also serves on the Advisory Council at Memphis Light Gas & Water, is a Board Member of On the Grove Music, and is a CAB Board Member of the Department of Human Services. In addition to her work with NCC, Ephie works as a professional vocalist and songwriter, as well as a noted inspirational speaker. Her love for the Lord has inspired Ephie to write beautiful Christian Music, including her single The King is Here. She has been a keynote speaker for various faith-based, community service, and women’s focused conferences throughout the country and around the world, most recently traveling to Japan, Guyana, Kenya, and Argentina. Ephie is married to Rodney, her husband of 20 years, and has two beautiful children, Andre and Jonathan. They attend Hope Presbyterian Church She and Rodney have been members of Hope Presbyterian Church’s worship team for 16 years, under the leadership of Grammy and Dove award winner Bruce Carroll. Learn more: http://ephiejohnsonlive.com

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2001/01/18. Shares three experiences in industrial-organizational psychology and how he has helped businesses get along better. Industrial-Organizational Psychologist. Psychology and Faith Forum.