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Rahn Marion was born in Memphis, Tennessee, in September 1993. He attended MICA, the Maryland Institute College of Art, in Baltimore, Maryland, majoring in Painting with a concentration in Film, and has taught at the University of Memphis since 2023.As a young working artist, Rahn has sought out jobs that keep him close to the arts scene in Memphis. He's worked at a local, family-owned frame shop, always staying within arm's length of creative work that supports or inspires his own practice, and has worked as production personnel for other artists on commission, as well as in welding alongside his studio practice. He formerly served as Minister of Art and Resident with First Congregational Church, an experience that has shaped his artistic practice and his ongoing journey into mysticism, theology, and identity.In recent years, Rahn's practice has moved decisively onto the national stage. He is represented by Monya Rowe Gallery in New York and Sheet Cake Gallery in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2024, he presented his first New York solo exhibition, Medieval Jazz, at Monya Rowe Gallery — a body of work reworking Medieval and society-portrait iconography through a queer, Black Southern lens. He followed this in 2025 with a second solo exhibition at Monya Rowe Gallery, Where Spirit Meets Bone. Sheet Cake Gallery has also featured Marion's work in two art fairs: The Armory Show in 2025 and the Atlanta Art Fair in 2024.Rahn currently teaches oil painting at the University of Memphis, continuing to shape the next generation of artists in the city that raised him.www.rahnmarionart.com www.instagram.com/rahn_marionFollow Martin Benson for more insights:*To stay updated on the podcast and related content, check out my websitewww.martinLbenson.com*To support the show and access exclusive content, consider subscribing for $0.99/month on Instagram (link available from website).Credits: Special thanks to Matthew Blankenship of The Sometimes Island for our podcast theme music!Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-l-benson/support
26.09.27 "Kids These Days" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
“I thank my God for every remembrance of you,” ~Philippians 1:3 One thing I've learned is that no two years will ever look quite the same. There have been seasons of challenge and uncertainty, seasons of change, and seasons of growth and possibility that I never could have anticipated when I first arrived at First Congregational Church of Southington six years ago. From my first day until now, I have prayed continually for this congregation. I am so grateful for the ways God has been present in the work with us and I am excited for many more years of ministry together ahead! This Sunday, I'll share six things I've learned in six years at FCC Southington. More than anything, it will be an opportunity to give thanks and to trust, as Paul did, that the God who began a good work among us is not finished yet.
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the First Words & Music of the 26-27 Season:Back in the Groove"How does nostalgia shape our faith and our lives?"The next Words & Music will be October 18th.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the First Words & Music of the 26-27 Season:Back in the Groove"How does nostalgia shape our faith and our lives?"The next Words & Music will be October 18th.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the First Words & Music of the 26-27 Season:Back in the Groove"How does nostalgia shape our faith and our lives?"The next Words & Music will be October 18th.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the First Words & Music of the 26-27 Season:Back in the Groove"How does nostalgia shape our faith and our lives?"The next Words & Music will be October 18th.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the First Words & Music of the 26-27 Season:Back in the Groove"How does nostalgia shape our faith and our lives?"The next Words & Music will be October 18th.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo
Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. The All in Band presents the First Words & Music of the 26-27 Season:Back in the Groove"How does nostalgia shape our faith and our lives?"The next Words & Music will be October 18th.All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! [Childcare Available] During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support BANDWITH CHICAGO.Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood, BandWith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities.Find more of our Musical opportunities at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs going to:https://www.wscongo.org/music/If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo
26.09.20 "The Last in Line" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
Pastor Hertz talks with Ken Peel about his journey into religion and how he landed in the First Congregational Church of Toulon.
26.09.13 "Time to Live" by Rev. Seth Ethan Carey by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.09.06 "Paying Attention" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
The Ledger with National Best Selling Author Steven Manchester Steven is the author of the soul-awakening novel The Menu as well as the 1980s nostalgia-series Bread Bags & Bullies and Lawn Darts & Lemonade. Other works include the #1 bestsellers Twelve Months, The Rockin' Chair, Pressed Pennies, and Gooseberry Island; the national bestsellers Ashes, The Changing Season, and Three Shoeboxes; the multi-award winning novels Dad and Goodnight Brian; and the heartwarming Christmas movie The Thursday Night Club. His work has appeared on NBC's TODAY and CBS's The Early Show; and in Billboard and People magazines. Three of Steven's short stories were selected for “101 Best” for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. He is a multi-produced playwright as well as the winner of the 2017 Los Angeles Book Festival, 2018 New York Book Festival, 2020 New England Book Festival, and 2021 Paris Book Festival. http://www.stevenmanchester.com/ In Steve's words: After returning home from a difficult tour of duty in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, I stepped back behind the walls of a Massachusetts penitentiary where I battled each day as a prison investigator. Needless to say, there was great negativity in my life at that time, and very little opportunity to heal from my wartime demons (or pursue my dreams of being published). I finally decided to return to college to finish my degree in Criminal Justice. During one of the classes, my professor, Barry McKee, detailed police work, but barely touched on other topics. I finally raised his hand and asked, “As the criminal justice system is so vast, what about the courts, probation, parole – corrections?” Barry smiled and told me to see him after class. I thought I'd done it! In his office, Barry explained, “Except from the slanted perspectives of inmates, there's no real written material out there on corrections, or prisons.” Barry smiled again and then dropped the bomb that would change my life forever. “If you're so smart,” he said, “why don't you write it?” It was the last push I needed to get writing. Nine months later, I placed the first draft of 6-5; A Different Shade of Blue (under the pen name, Steven Herberts) on Barry's desk. From then on, I was hooked. I was a writer. The Ledger Set in a medium-security penitentiary in the mid-1990s, The Ledger is a faith-based story that pulls back the curtain on prison life, allowing the reader an eye-opening tour behind the wall. Although told from three alternating perspectives—officer, inmate, and sergeant—many of the same questions are asked: Can light be found in the deepest darkness? What about forgiveness, redemption, and grace? If the code is clear, “loyalty above all things except honor,” when should an officer cross the blue line to police one of his own? Early readers are calling The Ledger impossible to put down, claiming that the unexpected twist at the end left them speechless… The Ledger is the long-awaited companion novel to The Menu. “The Ledger illuminates the dark world of Corrections, making it safe for all of us to steal a peek.” ~ Barry McKee, Professor Emeritus, Criminal Justice “I found myself holding my breath. It felt like I was right back inside the wall.” ~ Nelson Julius, Deputy Superintendent, DOC (ret.) “Intensely powerful and deeply moving, pick up a copy to balance your own ledger.” – Debby Guyette, Book Blogger, Single Titles “The Ledger is a spiritual read, drawing the reader inward.” – Reverend Andy Stinson, First Congregational Church of Fall River Call In and Chat with Deborah during Live Show: 833-220-1200 or 319-527-2638 Learn more about Deborah here: www.lovebyintuition.com
26.08.30 "Debbie Downer" by Delaney Beh, Sabbatical Interim Pastor by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.08.23 "Grace and Dogs and Sass-mouthed Women" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
Newport Gardner's Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Early America (Cornell UP, 2025) explores the remarkable life of Occramer Marycoo, an enslaved African who went on to become one of early America's most important Black leaders. In the mid-eighteenth century, Marycoo was taken from West Africa to Newport, Rhode Island, where he was forced into racial bondage and given a name that symbolized the power that his new city and new enslaver held over him: Newport Gardner. In this powerful book, Edward E. Andrews pieces together newspaper articles, church records, letters, and Gardner's own writings to tell the story of his life. After acquiring his freedom via a winning lottery ticket in 1791, Gardner became a kind of Founding Father for Newport's free Black community. He established and led several Black benevolent organizations that helped the community navigate the complicated waters of freedom as Rhode Island slowly began the process of emancipation. He became a popular educator to young Black Newporters, and also emerged as a key religious figure, serving as a long-standing pillar of Newport's First Congregational Church and later founding an independent Black church in the 1820s. His final act was leading a group of about three dozen Black New Englanders to Liberia, in hopes that a new start in Africa would be better than the discrimination they faced in America. A richly textured account, Newport Gardner's Anthem tells the story of a forgotten Black leader while exploring the new, but tragically limited, opportunities for formerly enslaved people in the post-Revolutionary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies
Newport Gardner's Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Early America (Cornell UP, 2025) explores the remarkable life of Occramer Marycoo, an enslaved African who went on to become one of early America's most important Black leaders. In the mid-eighteenth century, Marycoo was taken from West Africa to Newport, Rhode Island, where he was forced into racial bondage and given a name that symbolized the power that his new city and new enslaver held over him: Newport Gardner. In this powerful book, Edward E. Andrews pieces together newspaper articles, church records, letters, and Gardner's own writings to tell the story of his life. After acquiring his freedom via a winning lottery ticket in 1791, Gardner became a kind of Founding Father for Newport's free Black community. He established and led several Black benevolent organizations that helped the community navigate the complicated waters of freedom as Rhode Island slowly began the process of emancipation. He became a popular educator to young Black Newporters, and also emerged as a key religious figure, serving as a long-standing pillar of Newport's First Congregational Church and later founding an independent Black church in the 1820s. His final act was leading a group of about three dozen Black New Englanders to Liberia, in hopes that a new start in Africa would be better than the discrimination they faced in America. A richly textured account, Newport Gardner's Anthem tells the story of a forgotten Black leader while exploring the new, but tragically limited, opportunities for formerly enslaved people in the post-Revolutionary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Newport Gardner's Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Early America (Cornell UP, 2025) explores the remarkable life of Occramer Marycoo, an enslaved African who went on to become one of early America's most important Black leaders. In the mid-eighteenth century, Marycoo was taken from West Africa to Newport, Rhode Island, where he was forced into racial bondage and given a name that symbolized the power that his new city and new enslaver held over him: Newport Gardner. In this powerful book, Edward E. Andrews pieces together newspaper articles, church records, letters, and Gardner's own writings to tell the story of his life. After acquiring his freedom via a winning lottery ticket in 1791, Gardner became a kind of Founding Father for Newport's free Black community. He established and led several Black benevolent organizations that helped the community navigate the complicated waters of freedom as Rhode Island slowly began the process of emancipation. He became a popular educator to young Black Newporters, and also emerged as a key religious figure, serving as a long-standing pillar of Newport's First Congregational Church and later founding an independent Black church in the 1820s. His final act was leading a group of about three dozen Black New Englanders to Liberia, in hopes that a new start in Africa would be better than the discrimination they faced in America. A richly textured account, Newport Gardner's Anthem tells the story of a forgotten Black leader while exploring the new, but tragically limited, opportunities for formerly enslaved people in the post-Revolutionary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history
Newport Gardner's Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Early America (Cornell UP, 2025) explores the remarkable life of Occramer Marycoo, an enslaved African who went on to become one of early America's most important Black leaders. In the mid-eighteenth century, Marycoo was taken from West Africa to Newport, Rhode Island, where he was forced into racial bondage and given a name that symbolized the power that his new city and new enslaver held over him: Newport Gardner. In this powerful book, Edward E. Andrews pieces together newspaper articles, church records, letters, and Gardner's own writings to tell the story of his life. After acquiring his freedom via a winning lottery ticket in 1791, Gardner became a kind of Founding Father for Newport's free Black community. He established and led several Black benevolent organizations that helped the community navigate the complicated waters of freedom as Rhode Island slowly began the process of emancipation. He became a popular educator to young Black Newporters, and also emerged as a key religious figure, serving as a long-standing pillar of Newport's First Congregational Church and later founding an independent Black church in the 1820s. His final act was leading a group of about three dozen Black New Englanders to Liberia, in hopes that a new start in Africa would be better than the discrimination they faced in America. A richly textured account, Newport Gardner's Anthem tells the story of a forgotten Black leader while exploring the new, but tragically limited, opportunities for formerly enslaved people in the post-Revolutionary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies
Newport Gardner's Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Early America (Cornell UP, 2025) explores the remarkable life of Occramer Marycoo, an enslaved African who went on to become one of early America's most important Black leaders. In the mid-eighteenth century, Marycoo was taken from West Africa to Newport, Rhode Island, where he was forced into racial bondage and given a name that symbolized the power that his new city and new enslaver held over him: Newport Gardner. In this powerful book, Edward E. Andrews pieces together newspaper articles, church records, letters, and Gardner's own writings to tell the story of his life. After acquiring his freedom via a winning lottery ticket in 1791, Gardner became a kind of Founding Father for Newport's free Black community. He established and led several Black benevolent organizations that helped the community navigate the complicated waters of freedom as Rhode Island slowly began the process of emancipation. He became a popular educator to young Black Newporters, and also emerged as a key religious figure, serving as a long-standing pillar of Newport's First Congregational Church and later founding an independent Black church in the 1820s. His final act was leading a group of about three dozen Black New Englanders to Liberia, in hopes that a new start in Africa would be better than the discrimination they faced in America. A richly textured account, Newport Gardner's Anthem tells the story of a forgotten Black leader while exploring the new, but tragically limited, opportunities for formerly enslaved people in the post-Revolutionary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography
Newport Gardner's Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Early America (Cornell UP, 2025) explores the remarkable life of Occramer Marycoo, an enslaved African who went on to become one of early America's most important Black leaders. In the mid-eighteenth century, Marycoo was taken from West Africa to Newport, Rhode Island, where he was forced into racial bondage and given a name that symbolized the power that his new city and new enslaver held over him: Newport Gardner. In this powerful book, Edward E. Andrews pieces together newspaper articles, church records, letters, and Gardner's own writings to tell the story of his life. After acquiring his freedom via a winning lottery ticket in 1791, Gardner became a kind of Founding Father for Newport's free Black community. He established and led several Black benevolent organizations that helped the community navigate the complicated waters of freedom as Rhode Island slowly began the process of emancipation. He became a popular educator to young Black Newporters, and also emerged as a key religious figure, serving as a long-standing pillar of Newport's First Congregational Church and later founding an independent Black church in the 1820s. His final act was leading a group of about three dozen Black New Englanders to Liberia, in hopes that a new start in Africa would be better than the discrimination they faced in America. A richly textured account, Newport Gardner's Anthem tells the story of a forgotten Black leader while exploring the new, but tragically limited, opportunities for formerly enslaved people in the post-Revolutionary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies
26.08.16 "Bury the Hatchet" by Delaney Beh, Sabbatical Interim Pastor by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.08.09 :Hard Stuff is Hard" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.08.02 "Ready to Rumble" by Delaney Beh, Sabbatical Interim Pastor by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
25.07.26 "A Weed By Any Other Name" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.07.19 "Sacred Ground" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.07.12 "Word to the Wise" by Delaney Beh, Sabbatical Interim Pastor by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.07.05 "Long Live the King" by Delaney Beh, Sabbatical Interim Pastor by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
20.06.28 "Needing a Little Help" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
26.06.21 "The Big Lie" by Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck by First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn
(God) has told you, O mortal, what is good, and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8 John Denver was a prolific songwriter and singer known for his joy-filled lyrics, his love of nature and yes, the country roads of West Virginia and Rocky Mountain highs! But he also championed causes like the environmental movement, the homeless, the poor, the hungry and the African AIDS crisis. He is quoted as declaring: “Music does bring people together. It allows us to experience the same emotions. People everywhere are the same in heart and spirit. No matter what language we speak, what color we are, the form of our politics or the expression of our love and our faith, music proves we are the same.” ‘We are standing on the threshold of a dream No more hunger, no more killing No more wasting life away It is simply an idea And I know its time has come” ~From I Want to Live by John Denver, 1977 Join us as we discover in word and song what the Gospel according to John Denver can teach us about justice, loving kindness and walking humbly with our God together as a family of faith! Rev. Kathy's Bio: The Reverend Kathleen O'Toole Peters is a retired UCC clergywoman and is a grateful and joyful member of this First Congregational Church in Southington, Connecticut who has deeply missed you all these past three months as she served First Church of Christ in Saybrook as their Bridge pastor. In retirement she (usually!) reads, walks on the beach or by the river, tries to speak out in these troubled times, and travels as often as she can to be Nana to her granddaughter in Minnesota!
Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be grasped, but emptied himself… ~Philippians 2:5-7a Writing to the church at Philippi, Paul describes how Christ, though equal with God, “emptied himself,” taking on the form of a servant. It is one of the most astonishing images in the New Testament. And it raises a question that is more than theological. It is deeply personal. What does it mean to end up at the bottom? This Sunday is Mental Health Sunday in the United Church of Christ, and we will lift up the work of our own W.I.S.E. ministry — Welcoming, Inclusive, Supportive, and Engaged. It is, in its own quiet and faithful way, a form of “emptying” learning to empty ourselves of judgment, of silence, of the instinct to look away — and choosing instead to be present, to be safe, to be the church. Our preacher will be Steve Palmieri, one of the leaders of the W.I.S.E. team, which has helped shape what it means for First Congregational Church to take mental health seriously as a matter of faith. He will be preaching from Philippians 2:1-13.
Goldylocks Productions presents Musical Life with Elif AhmadElif Ahmad studied classical piano starting at an early age at the New School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts, along with one year of duet at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Including in her ten years of music education, Elif also included 3 years of singing. Then, at the age of 17, after performing at the honor's recital at the New School of Music, Elif's life took a drastic turn resulting in her inability to continue playing piano. It was only during the covid pandemic that Elif made the decision to return to playing piano after continuous “pulls” from her soul. Currently, Elif studies under the care of the Music Director of the First Congregational Church of Madison, in Connecticut. Elif is also a Reiki Master Teacher and has incorporated Sound Healing into her Reiki Sessions, using tuning forks, and Tibetan Bowls to help people with their own healing. https://www.facebook.com/musicalLife2025 Goldylocks Productions: http://www.goldylocksproductions.com Receive links and updates for our Shows, Special Events and Sales! Subscribe to The Goldylocks Zone Blog: https://www.whitesagewoman.me Join us on Telegram: https://t.me/+YSquH-U8Vib501QU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On Saturday May 9, hundreds of people gathered at the First Congregational Church in Los Angeles for an evening in solidarity with Palestine.
Confirmation Sunday “Even youths will faint and be weary, and the young will fall exhausted, but those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” ~Isaiah 40:30-31 On Confirmation Sunday, we celebrate ten youth taking an important step in their faith journey at First Congregational Church of Southington. Drawing from Isaiah 40:21–31, this sermon explores the promise that “they shall run and not grow weary.” But what does that really mean in everyday life? Faith isn't about having all the answers or never feeling tired, doubtful, or uncertain. Instead, it's about learning to keep going—trusting that God renews our strength along the way. Inspired by the discipline of running, we'll reflect on endurance, pacing, and the courage to continue even when the path feels difficult. Confirmation isn't the finish line; it's the starting point of a lifelong journey of faith, supported by community and grounded in God's steady presence.
We welcome are 2026 Confirmation Class into our faith community at The First Congregational Church of Western Springs. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhXGuh50ZT8Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhXGuh50ZT8&t=1326sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs
Text: Proverbs 24:16; Jude 24-25 Preacher: Gene Heacock, Pastor of First Congregational Church of Boxford
As the elders invite the church into a time of prayer and fasting this weekend (May 2nd), in light of potential Mission Work in Boxford with First Congregational Church, Matt sits down with Pastor Derek to discuss all things fasting—what it is, what it isn't, and practical guidance for getting started. Together, they explore how to choose what to fast from and what makes Christian fasting distinct from other religions and cultural practices. Check us out on YouTube! https://youtu.be/W2ud_HooYrg
Goldylocks Productions presents Musical Life with Elif AhmadElif Ahmad studied classical piano starting at an early age at the New School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts, along with one year of duet at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Including in her ten years of music education, Elif also included 3 years of singing. Then, at the age of 17, after performing at the honor's recital at the New School of Music, Elif's life took a drastic turn resulting in her inability to continue playing piano. It was only during the covid pandemic that Elif made the decision to return to playing piano after continuous “pulls” from her soul. Currently, Elif studies under the care of the Music Director of the First Congregational Church of Madison, in Connecticut. Elif is also a Reiki Master Teacher and has incorporated Sound Healing into her Reiki Sessions, using tuning forks, and Tibetan Bowls to help people with their own healing. https://www.facebook.com/musicalLife2025 Goldylocks Productions: http://www.goldylocksproductions.com Receive links and updates for our Shows, Special Events and Sales! Subscribe to The Goldylocks Zone Blog: https://www.whitesagewoman.me Join us on Telegram: https://t.me/+YSquH-U8Vib501QU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb... ~John 20:1 Each of the Gospels tells the story of Easter morning—but not in exactly the same way. In John's Gospel, the story begins in darkness. Mary Magdalene goes to the tomb alone, before dawn, carrying grief, love, and a longing she cannot quite explain. Many of us know something about that kind of darkness. We have lived through seasons when hope felt distant—times when we wondered if the light would ever return. And yet, Easter begins right there. This year at First Congregational Church, we will gather to hear again the good news that meets us in the dark: the tomb is empty, love is stronger than fear, and hope rises even when we cannot yet see it. Come and celebrate the light that no darkness can overcome.
Goldylocks Productions presents Musical Life with Elif AhmadElif Ahmad studied classical piano starting at an early age at the New School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts, along with one year of duet at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Including in her ten years of music education, Elif also included 3 years of singing. Then, at the age of 17, after performing at the honor's recital at the New School of Music, Elif's life took a drastic turn resulting in her inability to continue playing piano. It was only during the covid pandemic that Elif made the decision to return to playing piano after continuous “pulls” from her soul. Currently, Elif studies under the care of the Music Director of the First Congregational Church of Madison, in Connecticut. Elif is also a Reiki Master Teacher and has incorporated Sound Healing into her Reiki Sessions, using tuning forks, and Tibetan Bowls to help people with their own healing. https://www.facebook.com/musicalLife2025 Goldylocks Productions: http://www.goldylocksproductions.com Receive links and updates for our Shows, Special Events and Sales! Subscribe to The Goldylocks Zone Blog: https://www.whitesagewoman.me Join us on Telegram: https://t.me/+YSquH-U8Vib501QU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Goldylocks Productions presents Musical Life with Elif AhmadElif Ahmad studied classical piano starting at an early age at the New School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts, along with one year of duet at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Including in her ten years of music education, Elif also included 3 years of singing. Then, at the age of 17, after performing at the honor's recital at the New School of Music, Elif's life took a drastic turn resulting in her inability to continue playing piano. It was only during the covid pandemic that Elif made the decision to return to playing piano after continuous “pulls” from her soul. Currently, Elif studies under the care of the Music Director of the First Congregational Church of Madison, in Connecticut. Elif is also a Reiki Master Teacher and has incorporated Sound Healing into her Reiki Sessions, using tuning forks, and Tibetan Bowls to help people with their own healing. https://www.facebook.com/musicalLife2025 Goldylocks Productions: http://www.goldylocksproductions.com Receive links and updates for our Shows, Special Events and Sales! Subscribe to The Goldylocks Zone Blog: https://www.whitesagewoman.me Join us on Telegram: https://t.me/+YSquH-U8Vib501QU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we welcome the Reverend Leslie Jackson to the pulpit of First Congregational Church. Since late last year, Rev. Jackson has served as the Area Conference minister for the South Central Region of the SNEUCC, of which we are a part. As an ACM, Rev. Jackson supports clergy, congregations, and associations of the Region as they live out the love and justice of Jesus in their communities. He works closely with Committees on Ministry, supporting their leadership within seven Associations and guiding congregations through the search and call process with strategic insight and steady accompaniment. Over the past decade, Rev. Jackson has served as a pastor, preacher, and justice advocate in Houston and New Orleans. His work includes nonprofit collaboration, interfaith engagement, and board service with organizations across Texas. His ministry centers on justice, transformation, and helping communities rise with hope.
Goldylocks Productions presents Musical Life with Elif AhmadElif Ahmad studied classical piano starting at an early age at the New School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts, along with one year of duet at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Including in her ten years of music education, Elif also included 3 years of singing. Then, at the age of 17, after performing at the honor's recital at the New School of Music, Elif's life took a drastic turn resulting in her inability to continue playing piano. It was only during the covid pandemic that Elif made the decision to return to playing piano after continuous “pulls” from her soul. Currently, Elif studies under the care of the Music Director of the First Congregational Church of Madison, in Connecticut. Elif is also a Reiki Master Teacher and has incorporated Sound Healing into her Reiki Sessions, using tuning forks, and Tibetan Bowls to help people with their own healing. https://www.facebook.com/musicalLife2025 Goldylocks Productions: http://www.goldylocksproductions.com Receive links and updates for our Shows, Special Events and Sales! Subscribe to The Goldylocks Zone Blog: https://www.whitesagewoman.me Join us on Telegram: https://t.me/+YSquH-U8Vib501QU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maggie Monroe-Cassel, pastor at First Congregational Church in Claremont, zooms on the radio as we talk about the Northern Borders grant for $1,000,000 the church and the Well Colabrative were awarded, how this money will be used, the purpose of the Well, upgrades expected at the church and much more.
Crispian Mills knew he'd be onstage as he's from a “family of professional show-offs” but they begged him not to be an actor. He talks here about his extraordinary showbusiness childhood and the band that emerged from it full of psychedelia, echoes of the East and warm invitations to join the First Congregational Church of Eternal Love and Free Hugs. Along with … … his mother Hayley Mills playing him Tubular Bells to get him to sleep - “profoundly scary” … Roman Polanski's ‘special' Marlboro cigarettes when filming Tess in Brittany … grandfather John Mills being “discovered” by Noel Coward in Singapore and memories of him playing Gershwin and Cole Porter on the piano … “you need talent and hard work but nobody makes it without luck” … what the record store hippie told him when he bought Deep Purple In Rock aged 12 … leather jacket, polka dot shirt, Brian Jones bowl haircut, My Bloody Valentine gig – “I'd found my tribe!” … supporting Oasis at Knebworth – “I couldn't see how they were going to cut it” … Adam and the Ants, Rock Me Amadeus and playing Ramones songs in the school band … returning from Rishikesh in 1995 and watching the Beatles' Super-8 clips: “as if we'd been on the same holiday” … nostalgia for the big TV and radio events of the ‘90s … Shirley Manson's speech about the “tragedy” of the 21st C music business … and Kula Shaker's Mad Alchemy Liquid Light Show – “oil slides, pure analogue!” Tickets for their 2026 tour here: https://kulashaker.co.uk/pages/liveHelp us to keep The Longest Conversation In Rock going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pastor Jake Dell joins the show to talk about how we can revive the Protestant mainline and save historic churches from the Left. Jake Dell is the pastor of the First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut, and a former Episcopal priest. Learn more about Jake Dell's work: https://www.firstchurchwoodbury.org/ https://substack.com/@jwdell https://americanreformer.org/author/jake-dell/ –––––– Follow American Reformer across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://www.twitter.com/amreformer Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmericanReformer/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanReformer Rumble – https://rumble.com/user/AmReformer Website – https://americanreformer.org/ Promote a vigorous Christian approach to the cultural challenges of our day, by donating to The American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/donate/ Follow Us on Twitter: Josh Abbotoy – https://twitter.com/Byzness Timon Cline – https://twitter.com/tlloydcline The American Reformer Podcast is hosted by Josh Abbotoy and Timon Cline, recorded remotely in the United States, and edited by Jared Cummings. Subscribe to our Podcast, "The American Reformer" Get our RSS Feed – https://americanreformerpodcast.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-american-reformer-podcast/id1677193347 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1V2dH5vhfogPIv0X8ux9Gm?si=a19db9dc271c4ce5
An inspiring conversation with Reverend Jake Dell, pastor of the First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut, founded in 1659. Rev. Dell shares his journey to become an Episcopal priest, then to taking on leadership of a dying historic church in an attempt to revive a congregation with 355 year legacy. Also discover his bold vision for a donor intent litigation trust to hold mainline institutions accountable and revive America's Christian heritage. CHAPTERS:(00:00 Introduction)(01:04 Rev. Dell's Journey to Ministry)(05:02 The Need for Operation Reconquista)(08:51 What Is Operation Reconquista?)(12:29 Why Rev. Dell Is Optimistic About Revival)(14:31 Understanding Congregational Churches)(17:25 Reviving a 350-Year-Old Church)(27:52 Secrets to Growing a Congregation)(34:08 The Donor Intent Litigation Trust Idea)(47:58 Next Steps for the Litigation Trust)(50:01 Closing Thoughts)REV. DELL'S LINKS:
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
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