Podcasts about First Congregational Church

Today the Pugs welcome Jake Dell onto the show. Jake is the pastor of the historic First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut (est. 1659). But he's also a man with a dream and a plan to win back to orthodox Christianity mainline congregations from liberal denominations. Join us today for a fascinating conversation concerning how this seemingly impossible task actually isn't all that quixotic. Jake's plan has potential. Listen in to see if you agree. Project Return - Mission Brief https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Em4kSK74XFjs9vqtYmsRKDKf5kolmuW5HPLMAOxqOlU/edit?usp=sharing Case Study: Reclaiming Historic Protestant Churches Through a Donor Intent Litigation Trust https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yP5cWzuC4UyrRANecKkjglY0rD-TeMfTLZfaXzcFLyU/edit?usp=sharing The First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut http://www.firstchurchwoodbury.org/ Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

Today the Pugs welcome Jake Dell onto the show. Jake is the pastor of the historic First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut (est. 1659). But he's also a man with a dream and a plan to win back to orthodox Christianity mainline congregations from liberal denominations. Join us today for a fascinating conversation concerning how this seemingly impossible task actually isn't all that quixotic. Jake's plan has potential. Listen in to see if you agree.Project Return - Mission Brief https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Em4kSK74XFjs9vqtYmsRKDKf5kolmuW5HPLMAOxqOlU/edit?usp=sharingCase Study: Reclaiming Historic Protestant Churches Through a Donor Intent Litigation Trust https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yP5cWzuC4UyrRANecKkjglY0rD-TeMfTLZfaXzcFLyU/edit?usp=sharingThe First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut http://www.firstchurchwoodbury.org/Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

Today the Pugs welcome Jake Dell onto the show. Jake is the pastor of the historic First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut (est. 1659). But he's also a man with a dream and a plan to win back to orthodox Christianity mainline congregations from liberal denominations. Join us today for a fascinating conversation concerning how this seemingly impossible task actually isn't all that quixotic. Jake's plan has potential. Listen in to see if you agree. Project Return - Mission Brief https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Em4kSK74XFjs9vqtYmsRKDKf5kolmuW5HPLMAOxqOlU/edit?usp=sharing Case Study: Reclaiming Historic Protestant Churches Through a Donor Intent Litigation Trust https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yP5cWzuC4UyrRANecKkjglY0rD-TeMfTLZfaXzcFLyU/edit?usp=sharing The First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut http://www.firstchurchwoodbury.org/ Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

Today the Pugs welcome Jake Dell onto the show. Jake is the pastor of the historic First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut (est. 1659). But he's also a man with a dream and a plan to win back to orthodox Christianity mainline congregations from liberal denominations. Join us today for a fascinating conversation concerning how this seemingly impossible task actually isn't all that quixotic. Jake's plan has potential. Listen in to see if you agree. Project Return - Mission Brief https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Em4kSK74XFjs9vqtYmsRKDKf5kolmuW5HPLMAOxqOlU/edit?usp=sharing Case Study: Reclaiming Historic Protestant Churches Through a Donor Intent Litigation Trust https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yP5cWzuC4UyrRANecKkjglY0rD-TeMfTLZfaXzcFLyU/edit?usp=sharing The First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut http://www.firstchurchwoodbury.org/ Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

25.06.15 "The Longest Day" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.06.08 "Hear What the Spirit is Saying to the Church" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.06.01 "God's Masterpiece" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

27 As many of you as were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. 28 There is no longer Jew or Greek; there is no longer slave or free; there is no longer male and female, for all of you are one in Christ Jesus. ~Galatians 3:27-28 This week, we celebrate PRIDE Sunday. While there are passages in the Bible that have been used to “clobber” our LGBTQIA+ siblings, there are also beautiful verses like the ones above that invite us to consider how the family of faith grows as God continues to speak to us. Paul writes to the church in Galatia about the inclusion of people not of Jewish faith in the early church. “There is no longer Jew or Greek,” he writes, challenging the binaries we impose on people. In 2025, our call to be an inclusive family of faith continues to grow as we listen to our still-speaking God, especially our growing need to affirm our LGBTQIA+ siblings. On Sunday, we will read Paul's passionate plea for inclusivity as we reflect on what it means for First Congregational Church to be an increasingly inclusive and affirming family of faith.

25.05.25 "The End of the Beginning" by Delaney Beh, Seminary Intern by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.05.18 You Don't Know Where It's Been by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.05.11 That's How the Light Gets In by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.05.04 " The Last Straw" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

The Center of Hope Ministry serves Manhattan's homeless population as a warming shelter, providing dignity and safety during the harshest winter months. This volunteer-run organization now offers nightly cots, meals, and life-changing support to up to 30 guests.• 100% volunteer-operated with working board members covering overnight shifts• Recently moved from Vineyard Church to First Congregational Church downtown for better accessibility• Remained open 24/7 during a severe winter storm despite volunteer shortages• Community partnerships include Dara's providing breakfast sandwiches, support from Chick-fil-A, and Fort Riley• Helped a guest named Logan recover from cardiac arrest, who has since been accepted to K-State's anthropology program• Shelter now serves families with children, requiring more resources and space• The current goal is to raise funds to hire a part-time overnight facilitatorTo support the Center of Hope Ministry, donate through their website at thecenterofhopemhk.com or through the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. Foundation.GMCFCFAs

25.04.27 Speaking for the Trees by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.04.20 Everything [in] Between : Hope and Grief by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

We welcome are 2025 Confirmation Class into our faith community at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs. Link to Livestream: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAHWV8oDjhI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAHWV8oDjhI&t=1425sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs

25.03.13 Everything [in] Between: "Shouting and Silence" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.04.06 Everything [in] Between_Stranger and Neighbor by Delaney Beh by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.03.30 Everything [in] Between: Lost and Found by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

On Friday, London McDaniel at the Antlers, a Stop Making Sense screening at the State Theatre, and WVBR Celebrates John Rudan’s 50 Years on the Radio at the Hangar Theatre! The Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival runs through April 13th at Cinemapolis! Don’t miss the free Ithaca Murals screening on Sunday. All weekend, Alice in Wonderland Jr. at the Trumansburg Middle School, and Winter Squabee with music and food at Stonecat Cafe to benefit the Ovid fire relief fund. For your Saturday, the annual Spring Fairy Fest in Downtown Ithaca, a Sea of Green film premiere at the Newfield High School Auditorium, Fiddlehead Frolic at Newfield Elementary School, Terrapin Station at Two Goats Brewing, and José González at the State Theatre. Sunday, Savoyards present the Prodigal Son at the First Congregational Church, Tom Green Comedy at the Hangar Theatre, and Modern Western Square Dancing at the Lansing Community Center. Monday, an Alzheimer’s Association program at the Newfield Public Library. Tuesday, a Southern Old Time String Band Jam at Deep Dive. Next Wednesday, Jazz Night at Brookton's Market, Wednesday open mic night at the Nocturnal Cafe, formerly Sacred Root, and the Canaan Jam Session at the Canaan Institute.  Thursday, Jazz Thursdays [...]

25.03.23 Everything [in] Between: "Faith and Works" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

everything [in] between: faith & works Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.” So he told them this parable… ~Luke 15:1-3 I am thrilled to welcome Amy Webb to the pulpit of First Congregational Church this Sunday. Amy is a faithful member of our church who has often offered beautiful music for our worship services. She is also part of the committee that coordinates our WISE (welcoming, inclusive, supportive, engaged) ministry that focuses on including those facing mental health challenges in our ministries. Amy recently earned her Master of Divinity degree from Boston University School of Theology and is a Member in Discernment with the Central CT Association of the Southern New England Conference. Ask her what that means! Amy will be offering a sermon on the stories about being lost that we find in Luke 15.

Most Americans go to church expecting to hear about salvation, morality and scripture. They don't anticipate hardball political endorsements. But some churches thrive on delivering politics from the pulpit. Sure, pastors are citizens, too. And so in other venues, such as op-eds, blogs, books, and other places of influence, a pastor may speak his mind. Even so, he must jealously guard that influence and always speak winsomely. As a gospel minister, he shouldn't make politics more important than his pastoral duties. The tax code prevents religious institutions from serving as political machines, a concept in keeping with the separation of church and state our founding fathers envisioned. Pastors cannot make declarations to favor or oppose any candidate from the pulpit. They cannot take money from the collection plate and give it to support a candidate. And if they want to participate in any partisan activity in their personal capacity, they must make sure it is done in a manner indicating it is separate from their religious institution.The Rev. Dr. Timothy C. Ahrens began his ministry as Senior Minister of First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ in downtown Columbus on January 23, 2000. A church known for its witness to social justice since its birth as an abolitionist congregation in 1852, Rev. Ahrens is the fifth consecutive senior minister from Yale Divinity School and is a lifelong member of the United Church of Christ. Rev. Ahrens is a 1980 graduate of Macalester College with a double major in Religious Studies and Political Science. Since January 2000, under his leadership, First Church has doubled in membership during an era when seven downtown churches have closed their doors. Rev. Ahrens earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from Chicago Theological Seminary in May 2015. His thesis was entitled: “Young and Growing Stronger: Creating a Model of 21st Century Prophetic Witness Leaders with a New Generation.” He is currently working on two books.

25.03.09 Everything in Between Sermon Series: "Rest and Growth" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.03.02 "Love is Not a Doormat" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.02.23 "Lost in the Weeds" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.02.16 "A Level Place" By Delaney Beh, Seminary Intern by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

Etta LaFlora joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming Community Black History Extravaganza on February 16th at 2 PM at the First Congregational Church on West Prospect Street in Kewanee. Centered on the theme "Achieving more with togetherness and love," the event promises a vibrant celebration of culture and community. Highlights include performances by high school choirs, soul-stirring music from local churches, and educational displays that honor Black history. Local officials and community leaders will join in the festivities, making it a true gathering of unity and inspiration. The event celebrates the contributions of African Americans in the community and beyond. Attendees can enjoy educational displays, choir performances, and an essay contest with prizes sponsored by the Kewanee Commission on Human Relations. Refreshments will be served after the program.

25.02.09 "Catching People" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.02.02 "Groundhog Day" by Rev .Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

The Weekend Whassup for Friday, January 31st, 2025! The Point keeps you connected to the top 13 things happening around Sheboygan this weekend! Sheboygan’s Laker’s Ice Center hosts open public skating tonight (Friday) at 8 and Sunday at 1:30! https://www.facebook.com/events/1630161641264620/1630161657931285/?active_tab=about Sheboygan’s Theater for Young Audiences presents “Footloose” the musical on stage at Oostburg High School with showtimes through this and next weekend! https://www.tyasheboygan.org The SCIO Winter Farmers Market happens from 9-Noon on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month November - April at First Congregational Church in Sheboygan. Come support local farmers and get some goodies! https://www.sheboygancountyinterfaith.org/winter-farmers-market/ A midwinter meditation and hike happens tomorrow (Saturday) at 10am at Sheboygan’s Shaw Family Playground. Dog and kid friendly! https://allevents.in/sheboygan/midwinter-meditation-and-hike/200027715932055 Alpaca Llama Extravaganza is tomorrow (Saturday) from 9-3 at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center. Animals up close, fiber demos and family fun! https://wxerfm.com/events/464346/ There’s an Open Art Studio For Kids tomorrow (Saturday) from 10-Noon at Sheboygan’s Mead Public Library. https://www.meadpl.org/event/open-art-studio-kids-32998 Love is in the air at Above and Beyond Children’s Museum! The NEW Sweetheart Social is tomorrow (Saturday) from 9-Noon! Make some Valentines, hidden heart hunt, special story time and more! https://www.abkids.org/programs/events The Wade House Historic Site presents “Timeless Tales Speaker Series: From Wood to Watercraft: Dugout Canoes of Wisconsin” tomorrow (Saturday) at 1pm! https://buy.acmeticketing.com/events/514/detail/6554fb77e38973780f8f14f4 Fleet Farm on Eastern Avenue in Plymouth is hosting a FREE Candy and Snack Sampling event, tomorrow (Saturday) from 9-Noon! Come try some of their more popular candies and snacks. https://wxerfm.com/events/462638/ Sharpen your winter driving skills at Elkhart Lake’s Road America Winter Driving Challenge this weekend! https://www.roadamerica.com/node/870 The Fire & Iron Cornhole Tournament is tomorrow (Saturday) at 11am at Racer’s Hall in Plymouth! Raffles and prizes! https://tinyurl.com/bdzhwuz8 The Sheboygan Falls Fire Department’s Huge 43rd Annual Fundraising Brat Fry is Sunday from 11-5 at The Village at 170 in Sheboygan Falls. Brats, burgers, raffles and more! https://tinyurl.com/32jdbevj Sheboygan County Cycling Presents “Pedal Palooza” 11-5 Sunday at Sheboygan’s 3 Sheeps Taproom! Raffles, indoor kids bike playground, food, live music and more! https://sheboygancountycycling.org/annual-events/scc-pedal-palooza/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25.01.26 "An Open Hand" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

25.01.19 "Surprised by Joy" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

The Weekend Whassup for Friday 1/17/2024! The Point keeps you connected to the top 12 things happening around Sheboygan this weekend! (Shout out to the other local radio stations that use this list for their own benefit!) There’s public ice skating at Sheboygan’s Lakers Ice Center tonight (Friday) from 8-10. And Sunday at 1:30! https://www.sheboyganlakershockey.com/publicskating The SCIO Sheboygan Winter Farmers Market happens the 1st and 3rd Saturdays through April at First Congregational Church in Sheboygan. https://www.sheboygancountyinterfaith.org/farmers-market/ Sharpen your winter driving skills at Elkhart Lake’s Road America Winter Driving Challenge this weekend! https://www.roadamerica.com/node/870 Winter is the breeding season for owls. Kohler-Andrae State Park invites you to check out Owl Pellets, tomorrow (Saturday) from 11-12:30. https://wxerfm.com/events/461604/ Plymouth Gift of Life is dedicated to helping people within our community who are battling illness or injury. They’re hosting a mini bowling tournament tomorrow (Saturday) at 9 at Amore in Plymouth! https://www.facebook.com/events/527196386860674 VFW Post 9156 in Sheboygan invites you to their 2nd annual Sportsman Banquet. Raffles, chicken, tips and more! https://www.facebook.com/events/377112565407922 Hops Haven in Sheboygan hosts a comedy night tomorrow (Saturday) night at 8! Stand-up comedy to make you ACTUALLY laugh out loud! https://www.facebook.com/events/9238581652819680 The Berkshire Bridal Expo is Sunday from 11-3. Get all the help you need planning your special day! https://theberkshiresheboygan.com/ The 46th annual brat fry and pork raffle is Sunday from 10-5 at the Town Of Scott Community Center in Batavia. Brats, Burgers, German Potato Salad, Beans, and Tortes! Proceeds go towards maintaining the Sheboygan County Trails! https://www.facebook.com/events/591173686859373 The 2nd Annual Soup Cookoff is Sunday from 11-2 at Laack’s Tavern and Ballroom in Johnsonville. Bake sale, raffle tickets and more! https://tinyurl.com/y6zr4zmf Above and Beyond Children's Museum in Sheboygan is hosting a “taproom takeover” Sunday at 3 Sheeps! Make and take, food trucks and family fun for everyone! https://www.facebook.com/events/1110766050319556 Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday from 10-1 at Sheboygan’s Mead Library! Family-friendly activities will take place throughout the children's area at this free drop-in event. https://www.meadpl.org/event/martin-luther-king-day-family-event-27153 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25.01.12 "With a Little Help from My Friends" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

Maggie Monroe-Cassel from the First Congregational Church of Claremont is here zoom'ing on as we talk about the Winter Market in February, the Well Collaborative, using the church's space, and lots more.

Gregory, and guest co-host, Patti Beery from It Is What It Is, discuss the goings on in the Saugatuck/Douglas area. Show gusts today include: Pastor Sarah Terlouw from the First Congregational Church of Saugatuck; Personal trainer Claudina Johnson; and David and Casey Lokker from Landsharks. Happy Sunday Funday! 12-22-24.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Salvation Army in Kewanee has scheduled its Christmas campaign, starting with a media kickoff on November 15th. Eddie Toliver joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming events for the Kewanee Salvation Army. Highlights include the Bear versus Packers event on November 16th and the Santa versus Grinch event on November 30th, from 12 to 3 PM. The campaign will feature a Christmas concert on December 15th at the First Congregational Church, with proceeds supporting local initiatives. Additionally, the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs will participate on December 14th and December 21st, respectively. Angel Tree gift tags are up at Walmart in Kewanee, and pickups are set for December 19th and December 20th at the 360 Life Center.

Rev. Carol Allman-Morton is the minister of the Unitarian Universalist Meeting of South Berkshire, and her husband, Rev. Tadd Allman-Morton, is the pastor of the First Congregational Church of Great Barrington, United Church of Christ. They met at Andover Newton Theological School, where Carol was awarded the James Luther Adams Award for excellence in the study of liberal theology” and Tadd was a member of the Jonathan Edwards Honors Society. We talked about their early spiritual experiences, their motivation for seeking ordination, the decline in church participation and doctrinal belief, and what the marriage of ministers of different theological orientations is like.  Read this article in the Berkshire Edge about Rev. Tad Allman-Morton Find out more about Philip Goldberg here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rev. Dr. Katherine Willis Pershey Guest Preaching Rev. Dr. Katherine Willis Pershey is the Co-Pastor at First Congregational United Church of Christ, in Appleton, WI. Rev. Pershey received her Master of Divinity degree from the Claremont School of Theology in California. She recently completed a Doctor of Ministry degree on the theme Holy Presence: Eugene Peterson and the Pastoral Imagination from Western Theological Seminary in Michigan. She was the solo pastor of South Bay Christian Church for five years and served as Associate Pastor of The First Congregational Church of Western Springs for fourteen years. Katherine is a member of the Board of The Christian Century and is also a regular contributor to the magazine. She is the author of Any Day a Beautiful Change: A Story of Faith and Family and Very Married: Field Notes on Love and Fidelity. She completed yoga teacher training in 2018, and is certified through YogaDevotion to teach faith-integrated yoga. Katherine and her husband, Ben are raising two teenage children.

Recently, Kelsey had the opportunity to preach at First Congregational Church of Bellingham and when the Pastor told her what the scripture would be, she almost backed out.It was the story of Passover (Exodus 12 and 13), when Moses leads his people out of slavery into freedom. It's a powerful, poignant story, but it also includes the gruesome and troubling 10th plague to hit Egypt: the killing of all the first-born children and animals.While she doesn't focus primarily on that aspect of the story, Kelsey offers a perspective from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks that changed how she understood God's actions.The bulk of the sermon, shared in today's episode, focuses on how God is with us, preparing us for the difficult journeys we face in life - often with very specific (and loving) instructions.You can read more of Kelsey's thoughts on the 10th plague in Exodus 12 here. Connect with us!Donate today and support our work!Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional.Join our FREE bookclubCheck 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

We are still pinching ourselves that we had the honor of speaking with Suzanne Stabile! This conversation is filled with grace, truth, love, and wisdom as we are all figuring out how to live in such a divided society. As an internationally recognized Enneagram Master, Suzanne has conducted over 500 Enneagram workshops over the past 30 years. She has spoken to College audiences that include Baylor and Drury Universities, Hendrix College, Perkins School of Theology (SMU) and Brite Divinity School (TCU), Formation Gathering 2017 (Harvard Divinity School), Pepperdine Bible Lectures 2017, Seminary of the Southwest, hundreds of churches across America including First Baptist Austin, Highland Park United Methodist, Dallas, First Congregational Church, L.A., Otter Creek Church, Nashville, First Baptist Church, Portland, and teaches in the Baylor Health Care System, in Dallas, in both the Cancer and Transplant Hospitals. Additionally, she has taught at Richard Rohr's Center for Action and Contemplation and has been a speaker for Conferences offered by the CAC. She taught with Father Rohr to an international audience in Assisi, Italy, on The Enneagram and Paradox. Other events Suzanne has spoken at include The North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church, Christianity 21, The Festival of Courage and Faith in Greenwich CT, the Emerging Christianity and Telemachus Conferences, the Southwest Regional Gathering of the Disciples of Christ, Laity Lodge and The Apprentice Gathering. Suzanne received her B.S. in Social Sciences from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas where she also completed additional graduate work in the Schools of Sociology and Theology. She has served as a high school professor, the first women's basketball coach at SMU after Title IX, and as the founding Director of Shared Housing, a social service agency in Dallas. When she is not on the road teaching and lecturing, Suzanne is at home in Dallas, Texas with her husband Rev. Joseph Stabile, a United Methodist pastor with whom she co-founded Life in the Trinity Ministry and the Micah Center. She is the mother of four children and grandmother of nine: Will, Noah, Sam, Gracie, Elle, Joley, Jase, Piper, and Josie.

The Winchendon Music Festival is a non-profit concert series held in Winchendon, Massachusetts. The Festival showcases performances by international artists from a variety of genres including classical, folk, jazz, historical performance, and world music. Concerts are free to the public, thanks to support from several local cultural councils, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Robinson Broadhurst Foundation, the Winchendon History & Cultural Center, and the First Congregational Church of Winchendon. The Winchendon Music Festival presents solo, small ensemble, and chamber orchestral programs.  The festival was founded in 2016 by multi-instrumentalist, scholar, and composer Andrew Arceci who was our guest on Episode 106, and who now joins us with guitarist Colin Davin, a performer in this season's (2024) program. As you will hear, performances for the Winchendon Music Festival take place at several venues around Winchendon.

Maggie Monroe-Cassel, with the First Congregational Church of Claremont, is here as we talk about the Church, the possible new non-profit in the church building, views for the future, discussion on religion and more.

A new MP3 sermon from First Congregational Church of Pomfret is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Keep His Commandments Speaker: Thomas Crumb Broadcaster: First Congregational Church of Pomfret Event: Sunday Service Date: 6/30/2024 Bible: 1 John 2:3-6 Length: 35 min.

A new MP3 sermon from First Congregational Church of Woodstock is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: A Time to Feast, and a Time to Fast Subtitle: Mark - Warren Speaker: Doug Warren Broadcaster: First Congregational Church of Woodstock Event: Sunday Service Date: 3/24/2024 Bible: 1 Peter 1:3-9; Mark 2:18-22 Length: 35 min.

A new MP3 sermon from First Congregational Church of Woodstock is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: 3-24-24 Morning Service Subtitle: Morning Worship Speaker: Doug Warren Broadcaster: First Congregational Church of Woodstock Event: Sunday Service Date: 3/24/2024 Bible: Mark 2:18-22; 1 Peter 1:3-9 Length: 73 min.

Etta La Flora, one of the organizers for the Kewanee Community Black History Extravaganza, joined Wake Up Tri-Counties on Wednesday to talk about Black History Month and organizing this celebration of Black History in Kewanee. Among the guests expected to attend the Community Black History Extravaganza are Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore, members of the Kewanee City Council, Representative Travis Weaver, State Senator Neil Anderson, and Congressman Eric Sorensen. And the Wethersfield High School Choir is set to perform. Everyone is invited to attend the Kewanee Community Black History Celebration on Sunday, February 18th, 2024, beginning at 2 PM at First Congregational Church located at 224 West Prospect Street in Kewanee. 

Olive oil is a thing of beauty—and essential in so much of our cooking. Olive oil sommelier Tassos Kyriakides teaches us how to better appreciate olive oil – both for its flavor and its health and ecological benefits. And, producer Meg Dalton reports on one Connecticut organization using Palestinian olive oil to educate the community about the region. We'll also hear from Wafa Shami, a Palestinian food blogger, about the importance of olive trees. Plus, we talk with James Beard Award-winning chef JJ Johnson about his new book, The Simple Art of Rice. GUESTS: Tassos Kyriakides: Certified Olive Oil Sommelier and Assistant Professor of the Yale School of Public Health Ghoufran Allababidi: President of the Tree of Life Educational Fund (@TreeofLifeEducationalFund) Rebecca Crosby: Board member of Tree of Life and a retired pastor of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme Wafa Shami: Food blogger behind Palestine in a Dish and author of several children's books, including Olive Harvest in Palestine. (@palistineinadish) JJ Johnson: James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and the founder of FieldTrip in New York City, a trio of restaurants focused around rice. His latest book is The Simple Art of Rice: Recipes from Around the World for the Heart of Your Table with Danica Novgorodoff (@chefjj) (@novgorodoff) (@fieldtripusa) Learn More:Education in a BottleWafa Shami's recipe for Chicken Musakhan Featured Recipes from The Simple Art of Rice:Seafood PaellaFilipino AdoboBibimbap with Pickled Vegetables This show was produced by Robyn Doyon-Aitken, Meg Dalton, Tagan Engel, Katrice Claudio, Stephanie Stender, Meg Fitzgerald, and Sabrina Herrera. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and email: seasoned@ctpublic.org. Seasoned is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, we break the cycle of religious trauma with Therapist Hanna Brents, Rabbinical Student Ashira Boxman, and Reverend Lexi Bourdreaux. This panel of women takes it all the way back to the old testament as they unveil how women were written in the spiritual texts and how it continues to affect women in religious standings today. Get ready to ask yourself the question: What does FAITH mean to you?  Listen to Today's Episode to Learn About: -how women are written in religious text historically  -how peoples interpretation of the text can often harm women in religious spaces -creating a dialogue between the different subsections of a religion  -how does it feel like to be a woman in a religious space  -how religious trauma shows up in Hannah's patients  -being confident is key -how to define god (their pronouns, their being) -being okay with the uncertainty  -personal prayer  -should religion be modernized? -coming at this conversation through a lens of religious trauma  -how to find progressive spaces of worship SYNC UP WITH HANNAH: INSTAGRAM- @theologytherapist WEBSITE- www.safetalktherapy.com WHO IS HANNAH? Hannah Brents is a therapist with a private practice in Massachusetts. She specializes in trauma, religious harm, and anxiety. She has a background in religious studies, yoga, and meditation. In her off time, she is an avid knitter, traveler, and skier of baby slopes. SYNC UP WITH ASHIRA: INSTAGRAM - @everydayrabbi WHO IS ASHIRA? Ashira Boxman is a fourth-year rabbinical student on the New York campus of Hebrew Union College. Prior to beginning her studies at HUC-JIR, Ashira attended Florida State University where she studied Family and Child Sciences and Social Work. SYNC UP WITH LEXI: INSTAGRAM- @rev.lexi WHO IS REVEREND LEXI? Lexi is from the Boston area, having lived and worked in the area as a clinical research coordinator and financial accounting manager after receiving a B.A. in Classics from Boston College. After graduating from Harvard Divinity School, she has been serving UCC churches in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and is currently serving as the Pastor of First Congregational Church of Hopkinton, NH UCC.