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This week on Table Talk Pastor Kyle is joined by Mr. Bryan. Bryan is with the Free Methodist Church and he has been at work with his family for many years training Pastors and Church Leaders in many countries across Asia. to learn more please visit:https://fmwm.org/asia/bryan-tammy/https://bryanandtammy.substack.com/subscribe
Bruce's guest today is Sharon Ramsay. Sharon has worked as a registered psychotherapist and registered marriage and family therapist, helping individuals journey through unexpected experiences in different seasons of life. She also is a board member of the Henri Nouwen Society! Sharon and HNS ED Bruce Adema discuss Henri Nouwen's letter written to a Free Methodist Church gathering, and the letter echoes themes found in his book “The Wounded Healer.” In weakness there is strength, in woundedness there is healing, and in the gospel there is hope. ___________ Book Discussed: Love, Henri https://amzn.to/3fpnolF (US) https://amzn.to/2C2lqcD (Canada) The Wounded Healer https://amzn.to/2AGOrKz (US) https://amzn.to/3hdDkcr (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/
I love finding treasures in a field. Finding Doug Koskela and his work was delightful. He serves through the Free Methodist Church as a professor at Seattle Pacific University, where he teaches Wesleyan Theology, epistemology of theology, vocation and ecclesiology. His is a member of the Wesleyan Theological Society and author of three books. Today, we'll focus on his latest, The Radiance of God: Christian Doctrine through the Image of Divine Light. We will also dip into the content of a forthcoming book – Made Known to Them: An Invitation to the Study of Theology – which is an invitation to the study of theology, mainly for beginners, framed by the Emmaus road story in Luke 24. Watch for it at the end of this year.
What if true spiritual freedom could transform your entire approach to worship? Discover how authentic Spirit-led experiences can break down barriers and align your heart with God's purpose. Ready to step out of your spiritual comfort zone? #SpiritLedWorship #SpiritualFreedomSermon Notes: https://www.ngccfm.ca/hp_wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-02-09-Sermon-Notes.pdfWeekly Blog Post: https://www.ngccfm.ca/2025-02-09-freedom-of-the-spirit-understanding-spirit-led-worship-in-the-free-methodist-church/
The Free Methodist Church's history teaches vital lessons about true Christian inclusivity and the dangers of church entitlement. Early Methodist churches faced issues with pew rentals creating systems of privilege, highlighting how easily we can develop attitudes of ownership over church aspects. Scripture consistently emphasizes that true honor comes from God, not human arrangements, and Jesus specifically taught about taking the lowest place rather than seeking honor. The call is to practice radical inclusivity, welcoming everyone regardless of background, while maintaining humility and avoiding attitudes of entitlement.Here is the weekly blog post: https://www.ngccfm.ca/2025-02-02-the-dangers-of-church-entitlement/Here are the sermon notes: https://www.ngccfm.ca/hp_wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-02-02-Sermon-Notes.pdf
Linda Adams serves as a Bishop in the Free Methodist Church. She first served in the U.S. and now serves in Canada. In this episode, we talk about doing evangelism in a thoroughly post-Christian or secular culture, and also about prophetic gifts, and secularity, and some other things, too. As our producer said of this episode, this one "spanned just about everything. Such wise and humble insight into every topic she spoke about." Oh, and we referenced that amazing talk on holiness that Miriam Swanson did at New Room a few years ago. Listen to the link after you listen to the podcast!
Bishop Keith Cowart has served as a bishop in the Free Methodist Church since 2019. With has degrees from Asbury Theological Seminary and a very warm heart toward the Global Methodist movement, Keith brings a lot of affinity to this conversation. He is a Methodist-minded follower of Jesus who gets us. I am finding some of the best wisdom comes from friends in other tribes and it was one of those conversations with Bishop Cowart that made me realize just how much we can learn from each other. So I've asked my good friend to come and share with us what the Free Methodist Church has learned about healthy denominational systems.
This Sunday our guest speaker is Sandy Crozier, Director of Generosity & Stewardship at the Free Methodist Church of Canada.
The pastors' wives chat with Kayleigh Clark, Kayleigh is an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church and a ThD candidate at Kairos University. Her current dissertation research seeks to identify the impact of collective trauma on congregational health and flourishing. She is the founder and director of Restor(y) a resourcing, training, and consulting ministry dedicated to partnering with local churches on the journey towards healing. In this episode, she offers wisdom in dealing with both collective trauma and secondary trauma in the church and the unique challenges faced by after pastors (the technical term for pastors who serve after a pastor was removed for misconduct.) To purchase the BOOK, head here: https://pastorswivestellall.com/book To shop our MERCH, head here: https://pastorswivestellall.com/shop Want to support the Pastors' Wives Tell All podcast ministry? Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/pastorswivestellall SUBSCRIBE: Sign up for our email list and receive updates on new episodes, free gifts, and all the fun! Email sign up HERE! CONTACT US: hello@pastorswivestellall.com FOLLOW US: Website: pastorswivestellall.com Instagram: @pastorswivestellall Facebook: @pastorswivestellall JESSICA: Instagram: @jessica_taylor_83, @come_away_missions, @do_good_project__ Facebook: Come Away Missions, Do Good Project Websites: Do Good Project, Come Away Missions JENNA: Instagram: @jennaallen, @jennaallendesign Facebook: @JennaAllenDesign Website: Jenna Allen Design STEPHANIE: Instagram: @msstephaniegilbert Facebook: I Literally LOL Website: Stephanie Gilbert
In this episode, Dr. Christy Mesaros-Winckles shares from her award-winning book, Silenced: The Forgotten Story of Progressive Era Free Methodist Women. Winner of the 2024 Marston Historical Book Prize, Dr. Mesaros-Winckles gives us a glimpse into the chapters of her work and stories of women who sought equality in the Free Methodist Church. You can purchase her book here and use coupon code LXFANDF30 when ordering for 30% off the retail price. Dr. Mesaros-Winckles can be reached for speaking engagements by emailing her at cmesaros_winckles@adrian.edu and you can read her blog here.
In this episode of Mutuality Matters, Christy Mesaros-Winckles traces women's ordination and leadership in the Free Methodist Church. Highlighting three women evangelists, and a key ally in their efforts to attain ordination, Mesaros-Winckles traces shift of the Free Methodist Church from very inclusive to exclusive. Mesaros-Winckles speaks to the power of the messages people absorbed as society shifted, specifically in the context of a strong anti-suffragist movement. These messages slowed the egalitarian movement, silencing women and ordination until 1974. Bio Dr. Christy Mesaros-Winckles is an associate professor in the Communication Arts & Sciences Department at Adrian College. She has a doctorate degree in Communication Studies from Bowling Green State University and is a two-time graduate of Spring Arbor University, where she completed both her Bachelor of Arts in communication and her Master of Arts in communication studies/professional writing. The author of several academic book chapters and peer-reviewed research articles, she strives to make her research accessible to a wider audience through her blog Free Methodist Feminist. Resources Referenced Silenced: The Forgotten Story of Progressive Era Free Methodist Women by Christy Mesaros-Winckles Ordaining Women (1893) by Benjamin Titus Roberts Book Review by Kimberly Dickson: "Silenced: The Forgotten Story of Progressive Era Free Methodist Women," Priscilla Papers, Summer 2024. Related Resources from CBE Video: Silence, Women, and the Church with Aida Besancon Spencer (Spanish) Book Review: Voices Long Silenced: Women Biblical Interpreters through the Centuries Complicity and Silence: How Lament Could Lead Us Toward a Better Place Disclaimer The opinions expressed in CBE's Mutuality Matters' podcast are those of its hosts or guests and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of CBE International or its members or chapters worldwide. The designations employed in this podcast and the presentation of content therein do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of CBE concerning the legal status of any country, area or territory or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers.
Jenna, an enneagram 9, is a recently ordained elder with the Free Methodist Church. She and her family served as Free Methodist World Missionaries in Chiang Mai, Thailand from 2018-2021. Now she considers herself a missionary stateside and is planting a micro-church in Iowa City, Iowa alongside some of her best friends. When not working on her church plant, Jenna is a wife of 16 years to her husband Keith and mom to 2 amazing boys! She enjoys cycling in her free time or curling up on the sofa with a good book and her dog!
This summer, we are featuring stories from diverse perspectives in order to stir curiosity and compassion for others. While we don't necessarily endorse every stated view, we stand by each guest as a fellow image-bearer and a human of inherent value. We invite you to listen with an open mind and open heart as you hear the pain, struggle, and triumph of other children of God. Pastor Kari Morris-Guzman has been an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church for 24 years. She is currently serving at The Avenue Church in Riverside, CA as a volunteer pastor. She is beginning a certification program in August to become a spiritual director. She has a bachelors degree in pastoral ministries from Greenville (College) University, and a Master's of Divinity from Azusa Pacific University.
This summer, we are featuring stories from diverse perspectives in order to stir curiosity and compassion for others. While we don't necessarily endorse every stated view, we stand by each guest as a fellow image-bearer and a human of inherent value. We invite you to listen with an open mind and open heart as you hear the pain, struggle, and triumph of other children of God. Rev. Vanilda Reyes de Noyes is an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church. She is a proud Dominican-born daughter of Free Methodist pastors and grew up in New York City and Cleveland, Ohio. Vanilda obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Social Work and Psychology) from Greenville University and a Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis. She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the state of Ohio. She works in private practice and is also a coach with the Leadership Center. Vanilda is passionate about multiethnic and multigenerational ministry, worship, and the intersection of faith and emotional health. She serves as Assistant Pastor at Iglesia Nueva Vida in Cleveland, Ohio also with her parents and husband Topher. Vanilda and Topher have 3 children and she loves a good cup of coffee, conversation, and has a life-long love of reading. You can find Pastor Vanilda on Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dauntless-grace-exchange/message
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and Ministry
When the Spirit of God moves, how can we best steward that experience without getting in the way? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by the Reverend Dr. Sarah Baldwin, Vice President of Student Life at Asbury University. Sarah has served for nearly 30 years in Christian higher education in a variety of roles, including University Pastor and Vice President. She's an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church. Her most recent book is entitled Generation Awakened. Together, Sarah and Jason explore some of the questions and challenges we might face as ministry leaders when God moves in a dramatic fashion. Sarah also shares her firsthand experiences behind the scenes of the revival that broke out at Asbury in February 2023 and the lessons that God taught her through that experience.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide, all resource links, and more, at http://PastorServe.org/networkSome key takeaways from this conversation:Sarah Baldwin on the importance of having a willingness to fully commit oneself emotionally and spiritually: "It was not about who was the most talented. It was really about the surrender of the heart."Sarah Baldwin on the significance of giving our best and offering what we have, rather than focusing on what we lack: "God does not ask us what we do not have to give, but asks all of what we have."Sarah Baldwin on the Holy Spirit's power to transform and overcome limitations: "The Holy Spirit takes your limitations, blesses them, and breaks them for the sake of the world."----------------Looking to dig more deeply into this topic and conversation? FrontStage BackStage is much more than another church leadership show, it is a complete resource to help you and your ministry leaders grow. Every week we go the extra mile and create a free toolkit so you and your ministry team can dive deeper into the topic that is discussed.Visit http://PastorServe.org/network to find the Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide. Our team pulls key insights and quotes from every conversation with our guests. We also create engaging questions for you and your team to consider and process, providing space for you to reflect on how each episode's topic relates to your unique church context. Use these questions in your staff meetings, or other settings, to guide your conversation as you invest in the growth of your ministry leaders. Love well, live well, & lead well Complimentary Coaching Session for Pastors http://PastorServe.org/freesession Follow PastorServe LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookConnect with Jason Daye LinkedIn | Instagram...
The significant contributions of women to the Free Methodist Church cannot be overstated. Join Cathy Robling and Julianne Class from the Marston Memorial Historical Center as well as Arlene Weigand, the first woman to be ordained in her Annual Conference for a rich conversation about women in our history and the powerful role of women in our movement today. Visit the Marston Webpage, or their Facebook group, or their book portal at Asbury Theological Seminary for more information or great reading about women in our history.
Join the conversation about how men can advocate for women in leadership within the church. Rev. Dr. Jill Richardson discusses five steps for men to take to elevate women in church leadership all as part of the Free Methodist Church's value of Love-Driven Justice. Jill is one of the leaders of Advocates for Women in Leadership and has written or partnered in writing eight books. You can learn more about their organization here. Thanks for engaging in this important topic.
In this engaging episode, we have the privilege of introducing you to Shirley, a seasoned writer and speaker with a profound passion for ministry. With over four decades of experience, Shirley has dedicated her life to helping others grow in their faith and build a deeper relationship with God. Her journey is marked by a commitment to God's Word, and her devotionals. Here are some key highlights to know more about this episode: Transforming Lives Through Bible Study: Shirley's journey began by leading a Ladies' Bible Study, an experience that ignited her desire to guide individuals hungry for God's Word. She shares the joy of witnessing the transformation of believers who were genuinely eager to learn and grow in their faith. Embracing God's Word: The power of diving deep into God's Word is a central theme in Shirley's life. She recalls finding answers to challenging questions by immersing herself in Scripture and seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit. Living the Legacy: Shirley's passion extends to the youth and the future generation of the kingdom of God. She addresses the struggles faced by today's youth, particularly concerning identity and self-worth, with the intent to inspire and guide them. Unmasking the Lies About God: Shirley highlights the harmful lies about God that circulate in the world. She emphasizes the importance of understanding God's character as revealed in His Word and seeks to dispel misconceptions by advocating for the truth. The Power of Bringing It to the Light: Shirley encourages individuals to confront their doubts, fears, and sins instead of concealing them in the darkness. By exposing these issues to the light, they can find healing, freedom, and ultimately live in victory. "If God let it happen, then I can grow in it, I can trust Him, and He can become glorified. He can use it to make me more like Him and to draw other people to Him." - Shirley Bertholf About the Guest: Shirley Bertholf is the author of “Thoughts to Ponder” FROM GOD'S HEART TO MY HEART TO YOURS. For 35 years, she served with her husband of more than 50 years in pastoral ministry in the Free Methodist Church of North America. Throughout her life and ministry, Shirley has blessed thousands with her anointed messages and music, singing and speaking for retreats, conferences, and worship services. The passion of her life is to spread God's love and light to all those whose lives intersect hers. Connect with Shirley Bertholf at: Website: http://www.ShirleyBertholf.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092038157783 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-huey/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-huey/message
This Sunday our Guest Speaker is Rev. Adam Kline. Adam is the Free Methodist Church's Intercultural Engagement Team Leader.
It was an honour to have John Townley with us closing out our series on Generosity. John is the National Leader of the Free Methodist Church in the UK and Ireland. A challenging yet practical message on mastering your money.
We are joined by Pastor Esther Scholes, from Kingdom Company, Manchester and the National Prayer Leader for the Free Methodist Church. Ps Esther brings a great message, on handling dissatisfaction.
Today our guest is Supt. Dr. Michael Traylor - Superintendent of the River Conference of the Free Methodist Church. He will be responding to the same questions asked of all our nominees. To learn more about all the bishop nominees visit https://gc23.org/nominees.
Pastor Kaye Kolde, nominee for bishop in the Free Methodist Church, is our guest for an interview leading up to GC23. You can find out more about our nominees by visiting https://gc23.org/nominees.
FM Financial is the financial services provider of the Free Methodist Church. Mark Olson, President and CEO joins me to discuss this unique ministry that provides planning, investing, and giving services through a biblical lens. Listen in and discover how everyone can benefit from the services provided by FM Financial. FM Financial is located at 8050 Spring Arbor Rd, PO Box 580, Spring Arbor, MI 49283 (517) 750-2727: phone https://fmffinancial.org
Megan and Deedra have the privilege of speaking with pastors Soo Ji and Joe Alvarez on the podcast! Soo Ji is an enneagram 3, and her husband Joe is an 8, so together they make for one dynamic couple. We talk about two two aggressive numbers in relationship and how that manifests in their working together and in their parenting. We also discuss the impact of bringing four cultures together into their home (Soo Ji is Korean Canadian, and Joe is Mexican American) and how that plays out. Soo Ji and Joe Alvarez are a unique clergy couple who are being used by God to reach people in the margins, bring reconciliation to the community, and raise up passionate followers of Jesus Christ. They are both ordained with the Free Methodist Church and they have been dynamically married for 17 years. They are blessed to have two “Mexirean” kids, Juaquin, their 15 year old son and Nayara, their 13 year old daughter. Currently Joe and Soo Ji pastor at The Avenue, a multiethnic Free Methodist Church in Southern California. Joe is also a relationship builder for Empowering Lives International and Soo Ji is the Conference Director for Wesleyan Holiness Women Clergy and a Program Director for Innovative Space for Asian American Christianity.You can connect with Soo Ji on Facebook or Instagram.
Bishop David Roller and Alex Soto, co-chairpersons of the Bishop Search Committee, talk about the bishop nomination process in the Free Methodist Church, the role of a bishop, and the unique qualifications of people being considered for the role. This is helpful information for all Free Methodists leading to General Conference 2023.
Pastor Travis Edgar gave up on getting men to attend the discipleship events at his church. Instead, he left his church to go find the men. Finding them doing things men do, Travis began to build relationships with them on their turf, in places where they spend most of their time.In the process of searching for these men he found much more than he bargained for!In this missional approach, Travis embodies the mission of the Free Methodist Church, which is to make known to all people everywhere God's call to wholeness through forgiveness and holiness in Jesus Christ, and to invite into membership and to equip for ministry all who respond in faith.Cove Run's central theme is “Reorientation, Renewal, and Revival.” We cannot plan revival, but we can teach the foundational truths of God's Word to ignite the fire of renewal in the individual heart, which will spark corporate revival!SHOW NOTES:Travis' Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PastorTravisETravis' Instagram Account: @remixtheworldCove Run Free Methodist Church: https://www.coverunchurch.com/Cove Run Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CoveRunChurchChris Bolinger's NEW BOOK: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (https://www.amazon.com/Weeks-Strength-Men-Chris-Bolinger/dp/1633573982/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=WA7tY&pf_rd_p=91202c6f-1c11-4e3d-b51a-3af958cedd30&pf_rd_r=7QBR9WXFYRG0GNHVFM8G&pd_rd_r=16d15386-4a7f-4121-be45-ceae4ebda3e2&pd_rd_wg=N6raa&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk)MensDevotionals.comContact Chris Bolinger: https://chrisbolinger.com/author/CLC Website: https://www.clchq.org/Contact Mike Hatch: mhatch@clchq.orgMen's Devotional: "Daily Strength for Men" (https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Strength-Men-365-Day-Devotional-ebook/dp/B07N9P7DRD)
Special guest Rev. Dr. Venter Fraser serves in the Free Methodist Church as the “Strategic Catalyst for Justice." Through his work in our denomination, Venter seeks out ways to "catalyze the implementation of the Love-Driven Justice value throughout the FMCUSA." Teaching through the book of Mark, Dr. Fraser encourages us to see others the way Jesus sees them, to love them in their brokenness, but to also point them to wholeness!
Seattle Pacific University, an evangelical school affiliated with the Free Methodist Church since 1891, is in a fight over LGBTQIA+ inclusion and equality. This came to a head on May 23rd when the board rejected proposed changes supported by an overwhelming majority of students and faculty, following a threat of disassociation by the Free Methodist Church. Students have been organizing mass protests and exploring legal options ever since. On this episode, we speak with professor Christopher Hanson and graduating senior Cambria Judd Babbitt, who walk us through the events that led up to this, what's happened since, what the experience has been like for students and faculty, why this is bigger than just SPU, and where it's headed. GoFundMe for the lawsuit against the SPU board for breach of fiduciary duty: https://gofund.me/0c0908b7 Stay updated on social media by following: Instagram @engaygetheculture Instagram @asspspu Twitter @SPUisGay (AKA engaygetheculture) To contact Chris, go to https://spu.edu/academics/school-of-education/faculty-staff-directory/hanson-christopher Cambria is at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cambria-judd-babbitt-734b751b1/ Twitter: @vcwpod Zach- @muzach Dave- @Davejlester Podcast music by Zach Malm Logo by Zach Malm
Listen as Pastor Kyle and Pastor Holly share about what world missions look like for the Free Methodist Church!
This Sunday our guest speaker is Rev. Dr. Cliff Fletcher. Rev. Fletcher is the Bishop of the Free Methodist Church in Canada.
Today on the podcast, I got to talk to Bishop Keith Cowart and Bishop Linda Adams. Both are bishops of the Free Methodist Church USA. Both oversee portions of the US with Bishop Cowart overseeing Europe and the Middle East, while Bishop Adams oversees the northern US and Latin America. Bishop Cowart is a graduate of Georgia Southern University and Asbury Seminary for the M.Div. and D.Min. degrees. He and his wife Pam, who is also a graduate of the Seminary, have two adult sons. In 1997 Keith planted Christ Community Church in Columbus, Georgia, where he served for 21 years as lead pastor. Christ Community planted or played a major role in planting four other churches and sent out more than 35 men and women to serve as pastors, parachurch ministry directors, military chaplains and missionaries around the world. Bishop Linda Adams is a graduate of Spring Arbor University and Asbury Seminary for the M.Div. and D.Min. degrees. She has enjoyed serving in three pastoral appointments in Spring Arbor, Michigan; St. Charles, Illinois; and as lead pastor of New Hope Church in Rochester, New York. During her ten years at New Hope, the church incorporated more than 30 refugees from Central Africa into the congregation, opening her eyes to the reality of global poverty and the migration of people because of war and ethnic strife. For 11 years, she then served as director of International Child Care Ministries, a vibrant global Free Methodist movement in 33 countries. Linda and her husband John have been married for nearly 45 years. Both Bishop Keith and Bishop Linda were elected as bishops of the Free Methodist Church USA in 2019. In today's conversation, we talk about their calling, their time at Asbury Seminary, how God led them on their journey to bishop, and a little bit about what the future of the Free Methodist Church looks like. Let's listen!
Today’s featured guest is Dr. Craig Hendrickson. After retiring from an eleven-year career in the Canadian Football League in 2001, Dr. Craig Hendrickson spent sixteen years in full-time ministry in Long Beach-California, Brooklyn-New York, and here in Chicago as well. His service in church settings included time as an assistant and lead pastor, and as a district leader in the Free Methodist Church. He has also served as an adjunct professor for Fuller Theological Seminary and North Park University, and as a trainer and leadership partner with the Arrow Leadership Program. His passion is equipping current and future leaders to engage in multicultural and missional ministry, and his research interests center on bringing these distinct disciplines together. His dream is to see a network of leaders working toward spiritual transformation, racial healing, and economic justice in diverse urban communities across North America through multiethnic ministry. Dr. Hendrickson has a BA in Sociology from the University of Minnesota, a Master of Divinity from Regent College, a Master of Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a PhD in Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary focusing on missionary leadership and intercultural ministry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Sunday our guest speaker is Rev. Don Miller from Tear Fund. Tear Fund is the relief and development arm of the Free Methodist Church and many other denominations.
"Old or New School Methodism?" is the winner of the 2021 Book Prize by the Marston Memorial Historical Center of the Free Methodist Church. Author, Dr. Kevin Watson, shares his wealth of study and research to show how significant the shift was when the Free Methodist Church separated from the Methodist Episcopal Church in 1860. You can order his book on Amazon here. Thanks for join in us for this episode of the Light + Life Podcast
Today Pastor Chris begins a new series for the month of January called "The Way" as we explore 5 distinctives of the Free Methodist Church that shape the was we understand scripture and our call to follow Christ. Today's message is on "Life-Giving Holiness".
Jonathan interviews two sisters involved in generational youth ministry in the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church. We chat about legacy, ministry, and the importance of camp grounds.
Pastor Holly and Pastor Kyle start a new series on five values that shape CrossView's denominational family, the Free Methodist Church. Join us as we talk about the first one, Live-Giving Holiness.
Brother Jonathan ministers to the Kids Camp of the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church (our Kentucky Family). This year's theme was Valley of Dry Bones and he focuses on four areas of the body that teach us about God: Bones, Breath, Blood, and Brains.
Brother Jonathan ministers to the Kids Camp of the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church (our Kentucky Family). This year's theme was Valley of Dry Bones and he focuses on four areas of the body that teach us about God: Bones, Breath, Blood, and Brains.
Brother Jonathan ministers to the Kids Camp of the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church (our Kentucky Family). This year's theme was Valley of Dry Bones and he focuses on four areas of the body that teach us about God: Bones, Breath, Blood, and Brains.
Brother Jonathan ministers to the Kids Camp of the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church (our Kentucky Family). This year's theme was Valley of Dry Bones and he focuses on four areas of the body that teach us about God: Bones, Breath, Blood, and Brains.
This Sunday our guest speaker is Marc McAlister, Director of Church Health in the Free Methodist Church in Canada. The scripture is Luke 10:25-37. Do you love other people as well as love God?
This week on See Hear Love, as we prepare for Good Friday and Easter, we focus on the suffering of Jesus, His crucifixion and how living through this season of the Covid-19 pandemic has brought many of us – through our own suffering – closer to His suffering and closer to HIM .. more than ever before. Host Melinda Estabrooks is joined by four pastors: Elle Pyke – Founding Member of The New Leaf Church Planting Network and a Lay Minister with the Free Methodist Church of Canada Chris Chase – Lead Pastor of the Meeting House Newmarket and an ordained minister with over 18 years of experience in pastoral ministry Kaarina Hsieh –Lead Pastor of Parkway Forest Community Church, a diverse, multi-cultural church community in Toronto with over 25 years in pastoral ministry Jenn Burnett – Lead Pastor at The Well Church in Kelowna, British Columbia who has ministered in Ontario & Australia in a variety of contexts As they answer the question "As we approach Good Friday and Easter and we acknowledge the suffering that we and many have experienced this year during the pandemic, how does the suffering of Christ speak to you differently this year than previous? Or does it?" Our special guests also share their most hilarious moments at the pulpit AND the most hilarious responses that they have received when they introduced themselves as pastors. Suffering and joy/laughter, a healthy combination as we head into Good Friday and Easter.
This week on See Hear Love, as we prepare for Good Friday and Easter, we focus on the suffering of Jesus, His crucifixion and how living through this season of the Covid-19 pandemic has brought many of us – through our own suffering – closer to His suffering and closer to HIM .. more than ever before. Host Melinda Estabrooks is joined by four pastors: Elle Pyke – Founding Member of The New Leaf Church Planting Network and a Lay Minister with the Free Methodist Church of Canada Chris Chase – Lead Pastor of the Meeting House Newmarket and an ordained minister with over 18 years of experience in pastoral ministry Kaarina Hsieh –Lead Pastor of Parkway Forest Community Church, a diverse, multi-cultural church community in Toronto with over 25 years in pastoral ministry Jenn Burnett – Lead Pastor at The Well Church in Kelowna, British Columbia who has ministered in Ontario & Australia in a variety of contexts As they answer the question "As we approach Good Friday and Easter and we acknowledge the suffering that we and many have experienced this year during the pandemic, how does the suffering of Christ speak to you differently this year than previous? Or does it?" Our special guests also share their most hilarious moments at the pulpit AND the most hilarious responses that they have received when they introduced themselves as pastors. Suffering and joy/laughter, a healthy combination as we head into Good Friday and Easter.
On this Episode we have Jon Sato the Assistant Superintendent for the Free Methodist Church of SoCal. Jon shares his heart for Ministry, what Denominations do, and empowering ethnic church planters during a time of pandemic.
Reverend Lé Selah is a woman changing hearts and minds as the Founder and Lead Pastor of Rebirth Humanity. She originally hails from Houston, Texas and started in ministry as a child. Lé Selah spent 20 years serving in executive leadership for major corporations before surrendering to the call of ministry and entrepreneurship. She has a Bachelor of Science from University of Houston and a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary. Lé Selah is an Ordained Elder in the Free Methodist Church. She is a resilient prophetic voice and cultural influencer. This powerhouse has unique spiritual gifts that reach across racial and social barriers. Her heart to serve has no boundaries and spans from Hollywood producers to the homeless. Pastor Lé Selah enjoys traveling and is the mother of an adult son and a proud grandmother.
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After 3 years and 138 episodes, we figured it would be good to do what every movie studio seems to be doing.... create a sequel to our original installment! Today, we discuss three freedoms that are celebrated within the Free Methodist Church that call us to a unique lifestyle of holiness... Writing on holiness by BT Roberts: https://restart.typepad.com/my_weblog/2013/04/holiness-teachings-how-holiness-is-obtained-bt-roberts.html Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow
This will NOT be what you're used to when it comes to discussing religion and the church. Our guest, Pastor Jason Morriss, is breaking the mold when it comes to how to lead a congregation. Replacing the common fear-based style of preaching with an inclusive, expansive, and loving approach, he's attracted an eclectic following of humans from all walks of life including those of various sexual preferences, races, and even creeds! He is highly accredited in his field, holding a Masters of Divinity from Northern Theological Seminary, and having worked in church leadership for several years. However, his liberal views caused turbulence along his path, underlined by his termination from the Free Methodist Church in 2016 due to his opposed views of total inclusion of the LGBTQ community. Now a lead pastor at Austin New Church, he relies on his entire congregation to inspire new ways of thinking and fresh ways of doing mission. As a post-evangelical, post-colonial, pro-feminist preacher he believes deeply in people and the brilliance they were born to bring to the world. His greatest joy as a pastor is helping people find theirs. In this episode we discuss what he believes the duty of the church is, how to navigate the ideas of heaven and hell from a progressive perspective, how the church will overcome the shameful treatment of the LGBTQ community and divorcees, and if he feels Jesus is the only way. HIS ANSWERS WILL SURPRISE YOU! We are so proud to bring you this incredibly eye opening conversation and believe it'll change the world as we know it, through each individual who listen with an open heart and mind. Please show us support by rating, reviewing, and subscribing to the show. Sending you love and light! Book recommendations: •The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer •White Fragility by Robin Diangelo MAJic Tricks: •Accessing The True Gateway to Spirituality •The Inner Child Pen Pal Exercise Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-majic-hour/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do you ever feel like your mind is racing and you can't remember what you were just doing. We all feel that way at times. One thing I know for sure is that God wants you to feel present in your body and in your life so I have discovered this lovely story by Julia Cook. Please be sure to get your hands on a copy if you like this story read aloud. Switch this podcast on at bed time or during family time. Lots of things happen that we can't control, but together we will get through the challenges ahead. Julia is an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church, she works as an associate minister at St. James's Episcopal in Cambridge, MA. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/therevjulia/support
Jonathan Sixtos finishes a special series for our friends in the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church. (Our Kentucky family)
Jonathan Sixtos continues a special series for our friends in the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church. (Our Kentucky family)
Jonathan Sixtos begins a special series for the New South Conference of the Free Methodist Church. (Our Kentucky family)
Switch this podcast on at bed time or during family time. Lots of things happen that we can't control, but together we will get through the challenges ahead. Julia is an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church, she works as an associate minister at St. James's Episcopal in Cambridge, MA. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/therevjulia/support
Guest Bios Show Transcript How should churches minister to abused women? And what does biblical submission look like when husbands fail to love and honor their wives? This week on The Roys Report, we'll be tackling this sensitive, yet critically important issue with Judi Noble—an abuse survivor and counselor with decades of experience ministering to abused and battered wives. Listen and join the discussion this Saturday morning at 11 a.m. 1160 Hope for Your Life and Sunday at 7 p.m. on AM 560 The Answer. This Weeks Guests Judi Noble Judi Noble is a domestic violence survivor, who started Eagle's Wings Organization in 1996 and is still the acting Executive Director. She has channeled her passion to see that women and their children live in a free, safe and loving environment. Judi is an author, public speaker, certified domestic violence advocate/counselor, Biblical counselor, and certified life coach. She now pursing the ordination track through the Free Methodist Church. Ms. Noble life's work is to ensure that survivors of domestic violence are treated with justice, dignity, and honor Show Transcript Segment 1 JULIE ROYS: Welcome to The Roys Report, brought to you in part by Judson University. I'm so glad you're with us. I am Julie Roys. And today, we're going to be tackling an extremely important topic in the church, but one that, sadly, rarely gets addressed. And that is the issue of abusive marriages and how the church should minister to abused women. As some recent scandals have shown, this is an area where the church definitely needs to grow. Last year, you may remember, there was a controversy involving a prominent Southern Baptist preacher and seminary president, Paige Patterson. And at the center of that controversy was Patterson's advice for abused women. Patterson was asked, for example, whether he condones abused women seeking a divorce. Patterson said that he's never counseled anybody to seek a divorce. He said, on occasions when the abuse is “serious enough” or “dangerous enough,” he has suggested temporary separation. But he added that most abuse is, and I quote, “of a less serious variety.” On another occasion, Patterson admitted that he had urged a woman who was being abused by her husband to stay in her abusive marriage and to pray for her husband. Later, this woman, reportedly, arrived at church with two black eyes, and she asked Patterson if he was pleased. Patterson said he was pleased because apparently, that morning the husband had come to church and prayed to receive Christ. Well, many in the church found Patterson's responses shocking. Patterson has since been removed from his position as president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. And there were some other issues involved with that, with Patterson as well. But many people say these kinds of responses and attitudes are rampant in the church. Just last week, I published the first of two articles about abused women at Harvest Bible Chapel. These women say the church failed to protect them, but instead protected their abusive husbands. And instead of rescuing them from a nightmare marriage, the church prolonged and even exacerbated the issue. And if you want to read those articles, you can read them at my website: JulieRoys.com. But just how should churches respond when, well, when women indicate that they're being abused? And what constitutes abuse? And what are the signs of abuse that pastors and lay people should look for? Well, joining me today is someone who can help us with those answers. Her name is Judi Noble. And she's a certified domestic violence advocate and counselor with decades of experience helping abused and battered women. She's also the founder and executive director of Eagle's Wings—an organization that treats both abused and abusers. And she's the author of Radical Reconciliation, a book that tells her story of fleeing an abusive marriage when she was pregnant with her first child. So Judi, welcome! It is a pleasure to have you join me! JUDI NOBLE: It is an honor to be with you, Julie. Thank you so much. JULIE ROYS: Well, I am really looking forward to discussing this issue because I think it's so important and often so overlooked. But Judi, can you just start by helping us understand the nature and the scope of this issue. I've heard that as many as 1 in 3 women have been abused by an intimate partner. That's an absolutely stunning statistic. But from your perspective, from your experience, would you say that's accurate? JUDI NOBLE: That is very accurate. Yes. It's very under-reported at times, too, just because of the shame that correlates with the abuse. But the statistics show 1 in 3 women, yeah. JULIE ROYS: And what about in the church? Is it any different in the church? I mean we'd like to think that people who follow Jesus Christ and claim to be professing Christians, that they're different, that there isn't this abuse? JUDI NOBLE: That's true. That is the hope and the desire. And I know that's the desire of Christ. However, it is not much different. It's 1 in 4 have been or are being abused right now in the church. And again, it goes under-reported so we're not quite as sure if the statistics are accurate. But from our scope, it's fairly accurate. JULIE ROYS: So, where do you get those statistics from and those kinds of studies? Is it just sort of self-reporting from churches or how do you try to measure that? JUDI NOBLE: Actually, it is some self-recording from churches. It's what we do here. And it's also—there was a report, I think it was a Huffington report, about 2 years ago, that did a thorough investigation of abuse and these statistics. JULIE ROYS: Well, as you say, it often goes under-reported. And it, and I was just talking to someone, actually for my second report, which will be coming out soon. And actually, if you want to make sure that you don't want to miss that, you can go to my website and sign up for updates and you'll get that article as soon as it posts. But the woman I talked to said she gave a lot of signs of abuse. But she didn't come out and she said now she's an abuse counselor. She said, she never had somebody come to her and say my husband hits me or my husband forces himself on me. That rarely happens. She said there are signs that you need to look for and when somebody is being abused, there's sort of some telltale signs. But we have to be aware of them. Would you say that's accurate? JUDI NOBLE: Very accurate, yes. JULIE ROYS: Yeah. So why is it, I mean, one, why is it that women aren't more forthcoming about abuse? And then, what should we be looking for? JUDI NOBLE: I think the number one reason why they're not forthcoming is fear and shame. And especially in churches, if they are going to a pastor and if their abuser is well known in the church as a leader, there is the shame of betraying him and not wanting to reveal the characteristics of abuse. And they are usually very, very afraid that they are not going to be supported. So therefore, if they go and talk to a leader in the church, it's usually, they give them very, very little information, just enough to, hopefully, have someone ask more questions. JULIE ROYS: And I think there's probably a fear of whether they'll be believed, especially if the person is a leader in the church that they're talking about. Because why would you believe the abused party as opposed to this leader who looks exemplary to everybody around them, right? JUDI NOBLE: Absolutely. And that is probably the number one reason. Because if the abuser, most of them are very charming and they're very selective about who they abuse and when they abuse. And so, there's never any telltale signs of the characteristics of abuse to anyone other than the family members. And that's the confusing part. JULIE ROYS: So, what would be some of the telltale signs that you might see and know to ask some questions or begin to look into things? JUDI NOBLE: Well I think, number one, the beginning of it just create a safe place for her to be able to share her story. And as she shares, again, know that you're just getting a little bit, bits and pieces of the truth. Ask her if she's afraid. Ask her, what she's afraid of. But tell her, make sure you tell her this is confidential. I'm not going to judge you. We're not here to judge. We're here to listen. We're here to take care of you. And just acknowledge her bravery. If she mentions that she feels like she's abused, if she even mentions the word, acknowledge her bravery and her courage for breaking the silence and seeking help. That's creating a safe measure for her to share more. JULIE ROYS: How do you know, though, to even ask those things? I mean, what does a woman say or what does she indicate that makes you say there might be something going on? JUDI NOBLE: You can ask some questions: All right, do you feel frightened of your mate? Are you afraid to speak right now? What happens when you do express your feelings to him? Those kind of questions, like, you can ask them that. They probably, and then just fidgeting. She'll be fidgeting. The one thing that I ask is, when I was on staff of a church I just asked, so who meets your needs? And the silence there is riveting. And the look on her face is like, what do you mean who meets my needs? Because their needs are not met. They're busy meeting everybody else's needs. She is an object. And so, then I can go on further to say, does anyone meet your needs? Do you have friends? Who are your friends? Are you in close proximity with your family? If all those questions are, “I don't have friends,” the answer is, “no, I don't have much relationship with my family,” one of the characteristics of abuse is isolation. They'll isolate them from friends and family. They're very selective, the abuser's very selective on who the abused can associate with. That's a telltale sign. JULIE ROYS: Well, again, that's Judi Noble, founder of Eagle's Wings and the author of Radical Reconciliation. We need to go to break but when we come back, I want to talk specifically about submission in the church. What does submission look like when you have a spouse that doesn't love and honor his wife? But yet how is submission maybe used to perpetuate abuse on that wife? When we come back, we'll talk about that. Again, you're listening to The Roys Report. I'm Julie Roys. We'll be right back. Segment 2 JULIE ROYS: How should the church minister to abused women? Welcome back to The Roys Report. I'm Julie Roys. And today we're talking about a serious problem of domestic violence and abuse and how churches can be part of the solution. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1 in 3 women have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. 1 in 7 women have been injured by an intimate partner. 1 in 10 women have been raped by an intimate partner. So domestic violence and rape is epidemic in our society. And according to my guest today, it's also epidemic in the church. And sadly, the church doesn't always do the best job of addressing this issue and helping victims of abuse. Again, joining me today is Judi Nobel, a certified domestic violence advocate and counselor. She's also the founder and executive director of Eagle's Wings—an organization that treats both abused and abusers. And she's the author of Radical Reconciliation, a story of overcoming domestic violence. This is Judi's own story of how she fled an abusive marriage and overcame a potentially fatal illness. And today, I'm giving away 5 copies of Judi's book—Radical Reconciliation. If you'd like to enter to win this book, just go to JulieRoys.com/giveaway. Also, today's show is recorded so I can't take your calls, but you still can join the live online conversation on Facebook. Just go to Facebook.com/ReachJulieRoys. And to get to us on Twitter, just use my handle, @ReachJulieRoys. So, Judi, right before the break, I mentioned this issue of submission, which is something very controversial in the church. What does that mean? Does a wife have a responsibility to submit to her husband? That would be unique as to a husband submitting to his wife. Some say it's mutual submission. Others say, “well no, a wife should be submissive to her husband. She has a unique situation to do that.” And then there's those who say, “listen, whether or not, you know, you go to more the feminist viewpoint of submission or the more the traditional complementarian side of it, it should not be an excuse for abuse, ever. That is not what submission is.” But I think for a lot of women who are caught in this and hearing the church talk about submission, that may not get communicated. So, I want you to talk about this very controversial concept and what it means especially when there's abuse. JUDI NOBLE: Yes, it is an extremely controversial subject. And when you're talking about women who've been abused, you're talking—Christian women want to be good Christian wives. I don't know of anyone that we've seen that doesn't want to be a spiritual, loving woman, Christian woman, that honors God. Submission—Jesus would never, ever use abuse to cause anyone to submit. Submission in a normal marital, in a non-conflicting marital relationship, can be mutual. And it can be loving. And it can be respectful and honoring. And even though it might be a struggle at times, it can be resolved. However, when you're talking about abuse, there's 4 pillars of domestic violence—now this is the “Judi Noble 4 pillars” that I believe, in my 25 years of doing this. It's intimidation, manipulation to gain power and control. When a woman who's being abused, and not just physically abused, but emotionally, and sexually and verbally, they're just as hard on the heart as a physical punch is to the body. If you're talking about submission to someone who's abusing them, the more that they submit, the more powerful the abuser becomes and the worse the abuse gets. It's the bottom line. So they try. And the trying is usually, very regrettably, JULIE ROYS: Yet there's so much guilt and shame associated with speaking out, or saying something against your husband because, you know, we're to honor our spouses. So how do you counsel women to deal with that guilt and shame? JUDI NOBLE: Guilt and shame are part of abuse and it's not their guilt and shame. It's not. It's the abuser's guilt and shame—it's the manipulation that they've received. Because of the isolation, they have very little input from the outside world. So, they believe what they hear every day. And most of them it's criticism, it's devaluing. Their esteem is so low. They don't feel like they're good Christian wives. So, what we do here, is we try to help them to understand that God loves them. That He would never ask them to submit to abuse. That that's the enemy. That He is for them. And that He will always stand with them. That there is never an excuse for abuse. That even with submission—submission was never, ever meant to be an abuse tactic. JULIE ROYS: I want to ask a question about intimacy within a marriage. I know some of you, if you're listening right now and you have young children by the radio, you may want to move them somewhere else or listen to this later on the podcast. But I do want to ask about that situation because someone I talked to said, you know, she had received teaching on I Corinthians 7—your body is not your own, it belongs to your husband, therefore fulfill your marital duty to your husband. And she said that her husband forced himself on her and would hurt her. And yet, she had received this teaching from I Corinthians 7. And so, she felt guilty and like she couldn't say anything. Talk about that in intimacy within a marriage and the Christian teaching on it. And how maybe that gets perverted in our understanding of it sometimes. JUDI NOBLE: Well, I just go back to what the Lord said about, what Paul said about husbands, “love your wives like Christ loved the church.” That's not loving your wife like Christ loved the church. He would never do that. He would never harm to gain His own need to be satisfied. And therefore, in my estimation, it becomes rape. When someone says, “no,”—and I know that that's, you know, probably not a very popular idea. But I do believe that we have the opportunity to say no—when we don't want to, when we feel betrayed, when we feel violated. And if there is a husband that truly loves his wife, like Christ loves the church, he would honor that. JULIE ROYS: So, a woman who is in this situation may be asking herself, and especially if a woman has come from an abused background, where abuse seems normal. And maybe her mother had taught her, we don't talk about these things. And so, she just kind of assumes this happens in a lot of marriages. They just don't talk about these things. We keep them silent. I know there's women listening right now who are in that situation. Speak to that woman and help her understand what is the difference between normal marital conflict and abuse. JUDI NOBLE: Normal marital conflict is equality. It's equally honoring, it's equally respecting, it's negotiating. Your partner is going to be able to own and take responsibility for his mistakes. He's going to be able to say he's sorry and truly repent. And to be able to repair. It's learning how to repair. I mean we all have to learn how to repair in marriage. But it's having humility and honor and preferring the other. That does not happen in abusive relationships. 9 times out of 10, I mean, basically if they say, if an abuser says that he or she is sorry, it's usually not about the person that they've abused. It's about them. They want to have more leeway. But there is never, ever an excuse for that kind of abuse. Abuse conflict is totally different than true marital conflict, normal marital conflict. As abuse demands its own way, you become an object. You feel like you don't have a say. You feel like you don't have a voice. You've lost your ability to make a decision. You've lost your ability to voice what you need, what is important to you. And that is domestic violence. JULIE ROYS: And it seems like probably the most subjective one, I think, we can very clearly say, okay, physical abuse, we know that line. You should never hit your spouse period. I mean, that just no, no excuse for that ever. Should never happen. But emotional, spiritual abuse, that's where it gets a little bit muddied, I find. And people don't know, “now is this abuse?” Is this what this looks like? We need to go to break. But when we come back, Judi, I want you to address that. What does emotional abuse look like? What does spiritual abuse look like? Again, I'm speaking with Judi Noble, founder of Eagle's Wings and the author of Radical Reconciliation. Also, if you'd like to connect with us on Facebook, just go to Facebook.com/ReachJulieRoys. And you can comment there. Again, I'm Julie Roys. You're listening to The Roys Report. And we will be right back after a short break. Segment 3 JULIE ROYS: Welcome back to The Roys Report, brought to you in part by Judson University. I'm Julie Roys. And today, we're discussing an issue that for far too long was tolerated by society. But thanks to the #MeToo movement, the sexual abuse of women and domestic violence is finally getting the attention it deserves. There's also a corresponding movement in the church called the #ChurchToo movement. And now, we're becoming aware of how widespread abuse is—not just in society, but also in the church. And we're beginning to recognize that the woman sitting next to us in the pew may be battered and abused at home. But often, she doesn't come out and say she's abused. Instead, she tests the waters. She may say she and her husband fight a lot. Or, she'll say that her husband is controlling. But rarely does she actually admit that her husband hits her, or forces himself on her, or berates her incessantly. So how do we spot abuse? And especially in our faith communities, how do we help these abused women, and their children, find safety? Well joining me today to help us learn how to do just that is Judi Noble, a certified abuse counselor and founder of Eagles' Wings—an organization that helps equip pastors and leaders to recognize abuse and help abuse victims. Also, I'm giving away copies of Judi's book called, Radical Reconciliation. If you'd like to enter to win that book, just go to JulieRoys.com/giveaway. Also, if you want to read some of the articles I've published on this topic, they're available at my website. As I mentioned earlier, I'm publishing a two-part series about abused women at churches that at one point, were associated with Harvest Bible Chapel. The women say the church failed to protect them, and instead, protected their abusers. I believe these pieces are just extremely important for understanding how this dynamic plays out in the church. So again, to either enter the giveaway—go to JulieRoys.com/giveaway for that—or to read the articles, simply go to JulieRoys.com. So Judi, before the break I just brought up the issue of emotional and spiritual abuse—something that is much harder, I think, to identify, because it's subjective, than physical abuse, where there's hitting, or sexual abuse, where there might be forcing yourself on another person. So talk to me a little bit about how emotional abuse is, what spiritual abuse is, and maybe within the context of a story of somebody who's gone through this so we can see an example of what it looks like. JUDI NOBLE: I coached and counselled a woman back for a couple of years. And she was in a domestic abuse relationship—mainly emotional and mainly spiritual—it had gotten somewhat physical. However, her husband had wanted to counsel. And because he told the pastor that she was not being a submitted wife and she was being rebellious, so I suggested strongly that they not meet together because I thought that was too dangerous for her. The reason being that she wouldn't be able to share her heart with the pastor. And I didn't know if the husband had already begun to accomplice the pastor, which happens, because they're charming. So she went ahead and counselled anyway with the pastor and her husband. And she very bravely and courageously shared her heart on how she felt. And what she thought was going on—that she was trying to be a spiritual wife and a submitted wife. The whole time her husband was just glaring at her, unbeknownst to the pastor that was coaching them and counselling them. And she shared so much that it was pulling the covers away from the abuser. So the pastor told her to go home and pray more and to be as submitted as she could be—to do the normal things that most pastors would say to a wife that didn't really understand abuse, really didn't understand the consequences of what he was saying. And so, they got in the car together. And on the way home he berated her. He mocked her. He stripped her of every bit of identity that she had, verbally. And by the time they got home he had begun to physically abuse her pretty horrifically. So, it was all of the above: spiritually, emotionally and physically—he really hadn't gotten physically until he realized that he had lost control. And it was devastating for her. It was devastating. JULIE ROYS: What you just described, I mean, being in counselling with your husband, and in one of the stories that I wrote, that was the standard course of action—you would go to intensive counselling and it would be, you're there with your husband. And you also have a set of advocates. But to the women, saying this in front of their husband was terrifying. Right? I mean, because this is just going to bring more abuse. And you're going to pay for it when you get home, right? Because you were not supposed to say that. JUDI NOBLE: Absolutely. Never, I don't believe you should ever counsel the two together. JULIE ROYS: Yeah, standard marriage counseling you do counsel together. Because that's the whole point is to work things out. But when there's abuse, no. That's a really bad idea. JUDI NOBLE: A very bad idea. JULIE ROYS: How, and I'm guessing the spiritual part of it is he was using scripture to try and gain control? JUDI NOBLE: Yes, he was. And he had told her for many, many months that she was a terrible Christian and used scripture against her. And she would bring these scriptures to me. We would try to decipher them as far as what God meant, not what he meant. But it was terribly confusing. Again, she didn't have a lot of outside input except for us. But eventually she did get free. JULIE ROYS: But it's so, so, so, so hard to combat those messages, isn't it? JUDI NOBLE: It is. JULIE ROYS: I know I talked to one woman who said that I thought that I was crazy because my husband kept telling me that I was crazy. So, I started believing him. But the only reason I had a problem with this is because I was crazy. The problem was me. Right? And that's what the husband, in these situations, is trying to get the wife to believe, because he will not look at his own problem. So she . . . JUDI NOBLE: It's called gaslighting. And the first thing, really, most of the women say when they walk through our doors the first time, they just say, “I think I'm crazy.” The gaslighting is very manipulative. JULIE ROYS: It's awful. Well again, you're listening to The Roys Report. I'm Julie Roys. And joining me today is Judi Noble, a certified abuse counselor and the founder and executive director of Eagles' Wings—an organization that equips the church to help abuse victims. And when we come back, I want to hear the rest of this story. How did this woman find help? We'll be right back after a short break. Segment 4 JULIE ROYS: Well how can churches spot abuse and help abuse victims? Welcome back to The Roys Report. I'm Julie Roys. And today, we're exploring this important topic with Judi Noble, a certified abuse counselor and author of Radical Reconciliation. We'll be jumping back into that discussion in a just a minute. But first, I want to let you know that next week we're going to be talking about the tragic shooting last year at a Parkland, Florida, high school that left 17 people dead. There have been a lot of theories and speculation about what caused that shooting. But my guest next week says it's clear as day what caused the shooting. He says the shooter was extremely violent. And for years had communicated his intention to murder people. Yet school administrators refused to believe in the depravity of mankind and sin. And as a result, they refused to expel the student, and instead, they sought to reform him and correct the injustices that must have made him violent. And they kept him in that school sitting right next to the people that he wanted to murder. Well, my guest will be Max Eden, author of Why Meadow Died: The People and Policies that Created the Parkland Shooter and Endanger America's Students. This is going to be, I think a really eye-opening program. So, I hope you'll make a point to join me next week on The Roys Report! But returning to our topic today on abused wives, again joining me is Judi Noble. And just a reminder, if you missed any part of today's show—or want to listen to it again or share it with friends, it will be available about an hour from now at my website JulieRoys.com. So Judi you were telling us a story in the last segment about a woman who was a victim of spiritual abuse, emotional abuse, and then it became physical abuse as well but I'd like to hear the rest of that story. I'm hoping it has a redemptive ending. What happened with this woman? JUDI NOBLE: Because of the physical violence, we had told her that it was going to escalate into physical violence eventually, if she didn't start making proactive movements to leave or to get some other kind of counseling. JULIE ROYS: Was she coming to you as part of Eagle's Wings, coming to you to get help but getting counseling, it sounds like, from her pastor at the same time? JUDI NOBLE: Well, the counseling from the pastor was at the admonition of her husband. She was given our information by a friend. And so we started talking with her and sharing with her. You know, sometimes it's the denial is so thick, she didn't even want to admit that she was really an abused wife. And so, the physical violence clarified that she was. For some reason that really, well, for the most, sometimes if you are in denial that will actually clarify that you are being abused. She had children. And so that terrified her. So, we began the journey of just investigating what she wanted to do. What was her dream? What dreams hadn't she fulfilled? When they get ready to leave, any of them that try to get ready to leave, it is the most dangerous time for them. As the power and control will be totally lost. So we baby stepped it pretty much through her journey. I have an amazing board of directors. I have a pastor on my board, a police officer on my resource board. And so I talked her into talking to one of them. The police officer is also a pastor. And she talks to him. And it was a divine moment, because his kindness overwhelmed her—the pastoral kindness that he shared with her, and the truth that he shared with her, and talked about Moses and the Israelites and crossing the Red Sea, and how God is going to do this for her. It was a miracle moment. It was very divine. Because of his knowledge on how we could keep her safe and what we needed to do because she was all the way across the country. We just got connected with another shelter and with his help, and their help, and our help and with the police officer's help we got her out and we got her safe. Her story is very incredibly redemptive. She always wanted to go back to school to get her bachelor's degree. She's now in her master's program getting her MFT. JULIE ROYS: That's wonderful. I know that you counsel not just abuse victims but it says abusers as well. That's a harder group to work with I am guessing, but not beyond the scope of God's redemption, right? JUDI NOBLE: Absolutely, if you read my book, my ex-husband who was my abuser, absolutely came full circle. We can't lose hope for anybody, because they're are all God's children. But, and you know, when you have someone that is broken and someone who will break and hurt wives and children, then you know God wants their heart. He's an Isaiah 61 God. He can heal the broken hearted. The wounded people wound. Broken people, break. If we can stop domestic violence we have to get at the source, which is the person who is being violent. And I think that is the hands and feet of Jesus, is to try, if they are willing, to listen and to talk. And to share and get healing. And I do believe that's where the answer lies. JULIE ROYS: So, we talked a lot to victims today. But to abusers, you would say go get help, you're not beyond, they must feel horrible, they must know what they are doing, right? JUDI NOBLE: Yeah, they do but if we're at all critical then we just confirm what they already feel about themselves. So, it's a loving, but firm and gentle, and strong, and I had a lot of good men around me that can help with that. Because men call out men, I believe. But there have been many guys that have walked through this door that have said and listened to me and gone and have a couple counselors on board that will really help, if they want, they'll really help these guys get better. And we don't ever, ever, ever ask them to go back with their wives or ask their wives to reconcile at least for a year or two. Until they've had really good healing. JULIE ROYS: Yeah, trust needs to be earned, especially after it's been broken that poorly. And where, for people listening right now, hopefully your church is a good place to go and to get help, but not always. What would you say to people both those are listening who are abused and those who are abusers, where should they look to get help? JUDI NOBLE: That's a great question. I think the community does a little bit better job to help the men, the men who are abusing. But there are places like Eagle's Wings. I think that there is another ministry called Focus that they can contact. You just have to be very careful. There are counselors that will definitely help the men. Women can go to the pastors themselves or go to the woman's ministry and ask, “Do you have a program here?” We have a program called Love Does No Harm. It's our group. “Do you have programs here? Do you have groups here that help abused women?” JULIE ROYS: So that takes us to the question of training and a church better equipping. My guess is that most churches don't have anything like that for abused women. JUDI NOBLE: Exactly, they don't. JULIE ROYS: Okay, so, for the church leader who is listening and says this is definitely an issue we want to be equipped for, how do they equip themselves? JUDI NOBLE: I believe that every domestic violence organization in this nation has training material. We do. And is very, very willing to go out and train your staff. We are one of the few Christian organizations. We will train your staff. I know Focus is a Christian organization. We will definitely make sure that you get trained. This is our passion. Because once you know what you are dealing with, then you can deal with it effectively and godly. And there will be no more re-abusing of the victim. JULIE ROYS: And that's what's so often happens, isn't it? They go to get help, unfortunately in a church, and there' a lot of churches that do this well. We're talking about the ones that don't do it well. But they do get as you call it, re-abused. Explain what you mean by all that. JUDI NOBLE: They very candidly go to their leadership whoever that might be. And if it's a man then they're very scared. Men are scary to them. And they attempt to try to share their story. And whoever is listening is not listening. They pull the submission card. Or they don't hear their hearts. They don't validate them. They tell them to go home and work harder. And so, it's really re-abusing them. And many times, if we do that too many times, we lose them. There's a great scripture, Isaiah 42:22 “These are like people hidden in caves, imprisoned. And who will say to them, restore, restore.” We need to be restorers, otherwise they will go deeper in and won't come out again. Or they'll leave and they don't come back to our churches. And we don't want to lose them. JULIE ROYS: And that is the tragedy, a lot of women. When they are in the church and have experienced abuse, when they leave their spouse they often leave Christianity. I know a woman I was talking with and she said that when she left her husband, I would be leaving Christianity because I had been told for so long that to speak out or go against him was so wrong, that I would be leaving my faith. And she said I am still disentangling the truth from the lies about what God really feels and what God says. JUDI NOBLE: Yep, absolutely. Well said. JULIE ROYS: Tough to do. Really quickly, because we don't have a lot of time, one group that we haven't spoken about, is the children. And they are sort of the collateral damage in these abusive homes. What about the children? How can we help the children? JUDI NOBLE: There are more and more counselors I know in my church particularly we have a counseling center. And we have a counselor just for children. In one church that we do our Love Does No Harm group, they have a real effective program to help children heal, get them into counseling. There is low cost counseling and if you are out and away and you can get these kids into counseling for women that are abused. Sometimes in court cases the abuser will not allow them to have counseling. But if you can, get them into counseling quickly, quickly. And let them know that it's not their fault, anymore than it was the woman's fault for being abused. The children tend to take it on themselves, if I had just not spoken out – they feel the guilt, condemnation, and shame just as their mom does. It's not the abused's fault any more than it's especially those little baby's fault. JULIE ROYS: Well, Proverbs 31:8 and 9 says, “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly.” And friends we want our churches to be places where the vulnerable are defended. Where the vulnerable are protected, where abusers are called to account, and confronted. Sadly, we haven't always done this in the church. Whether out of ignorance, cowardice, or just indifference, we have failed to help women in abusive relationships. And this has to change. Churches must do a better job of protecting the vulnerable. So, I encourage you, if you're a leader in your church, urge your church to get training on this issue. Just like Judi was talking about. And if you suspect that someone may be abused, reach out to that person. Let that person know it's safe to talk—and that you'll do everything within your power to protect her. Again, my thanks to Judi Noble for coming on today's program. I so appreciate all the valuable information that you gave us today, and your heart for the vulnerable. So thank you, Judi, thank you so much. And just a reminder. If you missed any part of this show, or just want to listen again, just go to JulieRoys.com. We'll have the podcast posted within the next hour. Hope you have a great weekend and God bless! Read more
On this Trinity Sunday we hear motivating reports about the state of the Southern Michigan Conference of the Free Methodist Church. Delegate Mark Thornton was moved by a message from Bishop Kendall: “No one will give a serious listen to what you have to say unless they are stunned with love.” Clayton Blackwell, soon to … Continue reading "June 16, 2019: Stop Playing with the Wrapping Paper"
This Sunday, we will take a break from our study of Ruth to share in the power of a testimony. This weekend I will have the honor of being ordained as a reverend for the Free Methodist Church. I am beyond grateful for our church community, and humbled by the call to serve the church as an elder. On Sunday, I will share my testimony in the hopes of offering an encouragement to the church and a reminder of how God's love radiates through people of faith. The church has been my home my entire life, a sanctuary where I grew in my faith and received the call to ministry. The church offered healing, provision of my needs, and hope. I look forward to sharing my story with you this Sunday, and serving our church as an ordained minister. Thank you for your love, prayers, and encouragement. I look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday. - Shannon Balram, Associate Pastor
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Have you heard about the time BT Roberts, founder of the Free Methodist Church, faced a racist on a train? Or how about the story of when he came across two teenage prostitutes and decided to risk his life in a life changing way? Professor Paul Patton of Spring Arbor University joins us today to share these often forgotten stories of our founder! Contact Paul Patton: Paul.Patton@arbor.edu Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
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You may have played games inside of your Free Methodist Church, but have you ever played a Free Methodist game? In just a few months at General Conference, Larry Winckles and his team will unveil the first two FMC games, host a play through night, and more! Read the article regarding Brett Heintzman's vision for communications: http://fmcusa.org/blog/2019/03/08/heintzman-shares-vision-for-fm-communications/ Music is Silhouettes by Colony House Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
This spring, California assemblyman Evan Low introduced legislation that would have designated paid “conversion therapy” services as a fraudulent business practice. Until last week, Low’s measure seemed set to pass. It moved through both of California’s legislative chambers and governor Jerry Brown had shown no sign of opposition. But last Friday, Low quashed his own legislation after meeting with Christian leaders who had expressed concerns about how the bill might affect their ability to minister to those in the LGBT community. “Some would say this is crazy,” Low, who is gay and the chairman of the legislative LGBTQ caucus, told The Los Angeles Times. “Why would you pause when you don’t need to, when you’re in the driver’s seat?” One answer was Low’s relationship with Kevin Mannoia, the former president of the National Association of Evangelicals and a leader in the Free Methodist Church. Over the course of the summer, Mannoia met with and developed a relationship with Low. Last week, Mannoia wrote an op-ed for The Orange County Register expressing his opposition to the bill—and to reparative therapy. Low dropped the bill the next day. In his years working as an evangelical leader, Mannoia has learned to build relationships with those with whom he may disagree. So what does it take? “Being willing to commit to them as people … and what we believe to be right and appropriate in reflecting Christ well,” said Mannoia. “Not primarily driven by the political agenda, nor even the possibility that we may be used or manipulated, but simply doing what is right because it’s right.” Mannoia joined Morgan Lee, associate digital media producer, and Richard Clark, director of editorial development for SmallGroups.com and PreachingToday.com, to discuss how this story unfolded and what it says about the future of relationships between evangelicals and the LGBT community in one of the country’s most progressive states.
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In this episode we chat Canadian culture, church multiplication, best practices and new partnerships with Jared Siebert. He currently serves as the National Director for Church Development for the Free Methodist Church in Canada and author of Gutsy: (Mis)Adventures in Canadian Church Planting. When he's not doing hose things, he leads a new church multiplication network called the New Leaf Network. What a great interview...check it out! Here's their website www.newleafnetwork.ca
In today's episode, David St. Germain and I talk with Rich and Stephanie Wilkenson, as well as their family, about Gloversville Free Methodist Church and what the church does. We also talk about the concert which happened on July 3rd. Support Me And My Podcast! Please help by supporting me and my podcast through Patreon, a crowd-funding website where you--the patron--can support a creator, which is in this case, me. Please visit This Link to sign up and support me! Thanks so much for listening, and we'll talk to you next week!
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We sit down with Sarah and Wick Anderson to discuss their journey in the Free Methodist Church and their recent discovery that God is calling them to be missionaries with their 4 girls in the country of Hungary! Visit the Anderson family's website: https://andersonfamily6.com Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
Today's podcast takes place live at Annual Conference 2018 and features guest pastors from around the Southern Michigan Conference of the Free Methodist Church! Thanks to Paul Jones, Derik Heumann, Robbie Bolton, and Janae and Kevin Burchett for joining the podcast and sharing with us each in their own way.In this episode we address things like prostitution in the Bible, if Judas ended up in Hell or not, and even suicide. We also spend some time sharing about some of the churches in our conference and revisiting some of the things we've learned at Annual Conference.
Doug is the Associate Pastor to Youth, Children, and Families at the Free Methodist Church in Santa Barbara CA. He has worked at that church for 34 years! The J’s lose their minds over that fact. Doug also works with Ministry Architects, InterLink, Congregation Trauma and Growth, AND facilitates local youth ministry networks. Jonny asks him what the secret is to staying in the same place for so long. Doug is open about some of the struggles early on and shares what kept him grounded. John Jonny and Jonathan discuss how well Doug balances his life, and how much loves doing ministry. The question is asked “What would you be doing different if you thought you’d be staying for the rest of your life?” Great Discussion! You can contact at doug@fmcsb.org … you can find him on facebook (www.facebook.com/doug.ranck) and twitter (@DougRanck).
If we want to be a thriving and prevailing church, we need the Holy Spirit to enter our midst and take us forward. Superintendent Bruce Rhodes of the Southern Michigan Conference of the Free Methodist Church speaks in this special sermon.
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The fourth of nine ongoing episodes focusing on the strategies of the Free Methodist Church. Today we speak with John Grandy from Living Water Dalton in Ohio about his local church— but in the process, we learn about cultivating health in churches across the globe. Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
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Today we speak with Jeremy Lefler about developing leaders, the third installment of our look at the nine strategies of the Free Methodist Church. National Prayer Summit: http://fmcusa.org/nationalprayerministry/nps/ Multiply Conference: https://www.multiplicationconference.com Check out FM Infuse on Facebook: www.facebook.com/fminfuse Music on today's episode is One More Sleep Till Christmas from Muppet Christmas Carol Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
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We are continuing our journey and investigation into the nine strategies of the Free Methodist Church today with Embrace All. JoAnna DeWolf, a Pastor from Lansing Michigan, talks to us about how we can all reach out to the world (and how they are doing it locally in her church). http://fmcusa.org/uniquelyfm/ to view all 9 strategies Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
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Today we will begin a journey and investigation into the nine strategies of the Free Methodist Church, beginning with Disciple Deeply. Bruce Cromwell, the Lead Pastor of Lansing Central FMC in Michigan, joined us to discuss what it means to disciple and be a disciple in today's world. To donate to Puerto Rico, please visit the following and mark “Puerto RICO” specifically in the comments section: https://give.fmcusa.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=1278 Click here for the article on the Zahniser brothers: http://fmcusa.org/historical/files/2017/10/ESSAY-ON-FIVE-ZAHNISER-BROTHERS.pdf Watch the dedication of the Historical Center Chapel: https://vimeo.com/238598558 Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
Ted and Gayle Haggard were in studio for an interview with Doug. Ted was in Boise for the Hope For Hurting People weekend taking place at Deer Flat Church. Ted Haggard is the founding pastor of St. James Church in Colorado Springs, CO, the second church he and his wife, Gayle, have started since their marriage in 1978. He also serves as the Director of Church Planting for The River Conference of the Free Methodist Church and founder and coordinator of The Network of Redemptive Churches.Read More →
Ted and Gayle Haggard were in studio for an interview with Doug. Ted was in Boise for the Hope For Hurting People weekend taking place at Deer Flat Church. Ted Haggard is the founding pastor of St. James Church in Colorado Springs, CO, the second church he and his wife, Gayle, have started since their marriage in 1978. He also serves as the Director of Church Planting for The River Conference of the Free Methodist Church and founder and coordinator of The Network of Redemptive Churches.Read More →
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LGBT rights and gay marriage are some of the highest debated issues, even amongst Christians. Where does the Free Methodist Church stand in the conversation and what kinds of options do we have for deciding the truth on this issue? After a few opening segments, we will address these issues together and discuss how we can move forward. Mexican village is worshipping a mushroom: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/jesus-mushroom-mexico_us_597b9245e4b0da64e8792923?section=us_weird-news 15 lbs of sausage mysteriously lands on roof: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/sausage-roof-florida_us_59724f78e4b00e4363df57fb?section=us_weird-news Biblical Context of LGBT passages: http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2014/june-web-only/why-matthew-vines-is-wrong-about-bible-same-sex-relationshi.html Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
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Pastor Chris Schimel of Freedom Church in New Middletown Ohio joins us to discuss church planting, the church impacting modern culture, and even a bit about a murder that occurred in the church he previously pastored. But first, Pittsburgh Annual Conference attendees tell us what their favorite thing about the Free Methodist Church is... Check out Pastor Chris' website and purchase any of the books mentioned: www.chrisschimel.com See what's happening at Freedom Church: www.befreemc.org Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA1 Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org
Pastor Keith's first message of 2017 includes a discussion of the call to spiritual awakening that God has placed on us, and a significant announcement regarding leadership at CCC and in our denomination, the Free Methodist Church.
Trisha is passionate about investing in leaders to see them become all God has created them to be. Growing up in Salem, Ore., Trisha was called to ministry while in high school. She was invested in by mentors and youth pastors who gave her the opportunity to explore practical ministry as an intern while in college. After finishing a degree in youth ministry and biblical studies from Corban University, Trisha moved to Los Angeles to attend graduate school at Azusa Pacific University. She received an MDiv from the Haggard School of Theology and was ordained as an elder in the Free Methodist Church in 2006. While in Southern California, Trisha served as a pastor within the local college community of Azusa, the pastor of youth and spiritual development at Marina Christian Fellowship in Los Angeles, and as co-pastor to Rose City Church in Pasadena. Since moving to Southeast Portland in 2011, Trisha has promoted a growing partnership between George Fox and the Free Methodist and Wesleyan Holiness Churches in the area through her service as the director of The Leadership Center. The Leadership Center is a network facilitating the development of new and current Wesleyan leaders, churches and disciples through internships, equipping, mentoring and scholarship. Trisha enjoys pastoring among her community in Portland, throwing parties, growing food and plants, listening to audio books and the latest musical creations by Troy Welstad. Trisha is also a guest blogger on evangel-vision.com.
2016/01/26. gather. Conference Superintendent, Free Methodist Church.
2016/01/26. gather. Conference Superintendent, Free Methodist Church.
Thanksgiving Joint Worship Service at the Killarney Shamrock Center. Message by Ray Riglin. Pastor from the Free Methodist Church.
2015/02/17. gather. Missionary, Free Methodist Church.
2015/02/17. gather. Missionary, Free Methodist Church.
On this day, our study of Esther merged with “Freedom Sunday,” a focused look at God's heart to end modern-day slavery. Guest speaker Kevin Austin of the Free Methodist Church's Set Free Movement pointed us to ways that we, like Esther in her time, can work to bring justice to our world.
2012/05/30. Bishop, Free Methodist Church of North America.
2012/05/30. Bishop, Free Methodist Church of North America.
Kelly is currently the Director of Recruiting and Leadership Development for the Free Methodist Church in Southern California, providing strategic planning, pastoral recruiting & training for over 40 Free Methodist churches from Santa Barbara to San Diego. She is greatly energized by the Free Methodist Church’s deep commitment to “walking their talk,” where they serve in multiple ways throughout their communities, reaching diverse populations. Kelly is currently teaching, both at a local Christian high school (teaching Bible and doctrine) and at Westmont College, where she trains students in church and parachurch internships. She also writes articles for Youthworker Journal, YMToday, Fuller Youth Institute, Light & Life Magazine, and contributes to books on youth ministry. Kelly is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara, majoring in English Literature.
As a young child, Carri Lynn Svoboda moved often as her father, who was in the Air Force, was stationed all over the world. The family finally settled down in Atwater, which is in Central California. After high school, Carri moved to Santa Barbara, where in 1992 she received her Bachelors Degree in English from UCSB and the following year she received her teaching credential from the same institution. Carri taught 8th grade English for seven years at Santa Barbara Junior High and is currently teaching 6,7, & 8 English, 7 Bible & 8 History at Santa Barbara Christian School. Carri's religious training was eclectic, as her mother was raised in a Mormon home and her dad was raised Catholic. She accepted Christ after a Divine revelation when I was 8. She was the only Christian in my family growing up and attended the local First Southern Baptist Church with her neighbors. Locally, Carri attends the Free Methodist Church.
Denny Wayman has been pastor of Free Methodist Church in Santa Barbara since 1976. He maintains a full practice as a pastoral counselor and co-writes a movie commentary, Cinema In Focus. A contributing editor to Human Behavior for Light and Life Magazine, he is assistant superintendent for the Southern California Conference of the Free Methodist Church. He and his wife, Cheryl, clinical director of the Cliff Drive Christian Counseling Center, have two grown sons
2006/09/20. Reflects on the significance of communion in relation to the start of a new academic year. Superintendent, Pacific Northwest Conference of the Free Methodist Church.
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