Podcasts about Kairos Prison Ministry

Next Event by Kairos Outside here in Sydney will be happening in May 2025! Click the link below https://kairos.org.au/course/sydney-50-outside-for-women/ About the guest: Gil Begbie represents Kairos Outside, an integral branch of Kairos Prison Ministry, focusing on supporting women affected by a loved one’s imprisonment. Having been involved with the organization since its inception in 1999, Gil brings decades of experience to her role. Kairos Outside offers hope and connection to women through targeted programs that aim to provide emotional and practical support. Key Takeaways: Support for Families: Kairos Outside offers comprehensive retreats to help women deal with the impact of a loved one's incarceration, providing emotional and practical support. Community and Connection: The organization connects women with others in similar situations, breaking the isolation and stigma often felt by family members of prisoners. Personal Transformation: Through these programs, many women experience significant emotional relief and transformation by sharing their experiences in a non-judgmental space. Program Structure: The retreat follows a carefully structured program aimed at addressing common issues like emotional turmoil and isolation. Reach and Recognition: The outreach efforts and success stories of Kairos showcase the pressing need for support among families affected by the prison system. Notable Quotes: "We do the crime, but friends and family also share the time." "The relief of meeting other women in their situation because they've never been in a situation before where they can talk about it freely." "Women's self-isolation means they're hard to find." "We treat them all the same, no judgment, and we just shower love and unconditional acceptance on them." "For those for whom it connects, it's the majority, they speak of the relief of meeting other women in their situation." Click here to contact Janet & Amelia or ask them a question or click here to contact the She Wasn't Born Yesterday team! She Wasn’t Born Yesterday, hosted by Janet Evans, a senior advertising creative and Dr Amelia Haines, a sexual and relationship therapist, who have written Australia’s first book on empty nest syndrome called Empty Next. Visit Empty Nest Chicks for more resources, click here for their book, or join the discussion on Facebook. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We are continuing through our Matthew 25 series this week by looking at the least talked about condition on Jesus' list, the imprisoned. Scottie Parrish joins us to discuss the history of imprisonment, his life-changing trips, and how Kairos Prison Ministries has allowed him to pursue his holy discontent of serving those in prison.For more on Kairos Prison Ministry: https://kairosprisonministry.org/For more on the Equal Justice Initiative: https://eji.org/For more on the Legacy Memorial Sites: https://legacysites.eji.org/ For more information on Ministry Misfits visit www.ministrymisfits.comTo become a Patron for Ministry Misfits visit www.patreon.com/ministrymisfitsSend us a textSupport the showFollow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ministrymisfitFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ministrymisfitFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ministrymisfitBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/ministrymisfits

We are continuing through our Matthew 25 series this week by looking at the least talked about condition on Jesus' list, the imprisoned. Scottie Parrish joins us to discuss the history of imprisonment, his life-changing trips, and how Kairos Prison Ministries has allowed him to pursue his holy discontent of serving those in prison.For more on Kairos Prison Ministry: https://kairosprisonministry.org/For more on the Equal Justice Initiative: https://eji.org/For more on the Legacy Memorial Sites: https://legacysites.eji.org/ For more information on Ministry Misfits visit www.ministrymisfits.comTo become a Patron for Ministry Misfits visit www.patreon.com/ministrymisfitsSend us a textSupport the showFollow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ministrymisfitFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ministrymisfitFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ministrymisfitBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/ministrymisfits

Joe Petry, a fellow member of the Catholic Financial Planners Network and founder of Mayfair Financial, shares his journey from economist to financial planner, motivated by his firsthand experience with retirement and ministry. In this episode, Joe emphasizes the importance of empathy, trust, and integrating faith into his work. From working with a refugee support initiative and the Kairos prison ministry to his time teaching economics at the university level, Joe brings a wealth of empathy and knowledge to his work. His experiences have deepened his understanding of compassion and the significance of treating others with dignity, which he applies to his role as a financial advisor, particularly in helping clients navigate the psychological and financial challenges of retirement. If you're looking to learn how ministering and financial planning go hand in hand, this is the episode for you.Key Takeaways:• How Joe went from economist to financial planner.• How Joe's experience ministering to Afghan refugees informs his work as a financial planner.• What is an ACTS Retreat?• What it's like to minister in the prison system.• How God's love can help us become better financial planners.• Joe's mantra, “Listen, listen. Love, love.”Key Timestamps:(00:00) – Joe's Background and Career Shift(05:33) – The Role of a Trusted Financial Advisor(08:52) – Joe's Ministry Work with Refugees(16:18) – Integrating Faith and Financial Planning(23:09) – Ego and God's Work(24:51) – Kairos Prison Ministry(25:41) – ACTS Retreats: A Path to Vulnerability(30:36) – Connecting Ministry to Financial Advising(34:05) – Transformative Experiences in Prison Ministry(42:55) – Listen, Listen, Love, LoveKey Topics Discussed:Catholic Money Mastermind, Catholic financial planning, Catholic financial planners, Catholic financial advisors, Ben Martinek, faith and finances, Joe Petry, prison ministry, ACTS Retreat, refugeesMentions:Website: https://www.mayfair-financial.com/ Mentions: https://www.actsmissions.org/about/ More of Catholic Money Mastermind:Catholic Money Mastermind Podcast is a personal podcast meant for educational and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice, and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.Are you looking to hire an advisor? Browse our members.https://catholicfinancialplanners.com/members/

Prison ministry can be one of the most challenging, and most rewarding types of ministry. And there are unique issues with this calling. My guest today is Randall Ham, who has years of experience with ministering to incarcerated men.Randall Ham is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and former Marine Drill Instructor, who is passionate about ministering to incarcerated men through the Kairos Prison Ministry organization. He has also served as a member of his city's governmental body, worked in various volunteer organizations, and is an active member of his church. He resides in Alabama with his wife Lisa. Questions Answered: ·         How did you end up with a passion for ministering to incarcerated men?·         What stereotype of prisoners do we need to change?·         What does redemption look like for a man who is in prison for life?·         Are there men who are in prison for life, but who feel like they are free?·         Does Paul's writing hit differently for men who are in prison?·         Can you share a story of an incarcerated man who has had his life changed by ministry?·         How should victims and family members of victims think about these topics?·         What is it like being friends with men who have committed serious crimes?·         How does someone get involved in prison ministry?·         How does doing this work change a person?·         Why does it seem that an incarcerated man can surrender to God easier than a man on the outside?·         How do incarcerated men deal with the concept of coming to church as they are?·         Did Jesus instruct us to visit men in prison and minister to them?·         How can people help if they don't want to go inside the actual prison?  Important Links:https://kairosprisonministry.org/ https://SignificantMan.com 

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Deacon Alan Mikell was ordained to the permanent diaconate in 1996 and serves as a deacon at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He grew up in Baton Rouge LA and holds a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering from Louisiana State University. He is currently the Director of Prison Ministry for the diocese and is very involved with Kairos Prison Ministry. Over the years he has served on many boards including Bishop Kelley High School, Palmer Drug Abuse program, and the Diocesan Diaconate Council. He has been married to his wife, Ginger, for 50 years. They have 3 children and 6 grandchildren. SHOW NOTES: Kairos Retreats: https://kairosprisonministry.org/kairos-inside/

A story of the struggles and triumphs of serving the least of these. We thank Brann for sharing his story with us. Christ Church Episcopal, located in downtown Greenville, SC is engaged with charitable partners who work along side people who are incarcerated and people who are re-entering society following incarceration. Two of those ministries are listed below. If you'd like to get involved with this dynamic and vital ministry work, or have questions about these programs, please contact Kevin Mertens, Director of Faith in Action at kmertens@ccgsc.org.Kairos Prison Ministry of South Carolina is a Christian faith-based ministry which addresses the spiritual needs of incarcerated men, women, youth and, their families. By sharing the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, Kairos hopes to change hearts, transform lives and impact the world.JUMPSTART disciples current and former prisoners and assists with re-entry into society. We accomplish our mission through a holistic residential program and community partnerships to address the spiritual, educational, employment, healthcare, housing, and family relationship needs.www.ccgsc.org

For more information on Kairos Prison Ministry go to https://www.kairosprisonministry.org/ or email Boomer at Kairos_30@yahoo.com

We're pulling back the curtain and taking you on a deep dive into the heart and soul of The Straight Outta Prison Podcast, Season 2. Picture this: 23 hours of riveting and thought-provoking conversations, akin to a binge-worthy Netflix series. We've been told it's like that by our friend Robert, who marathon-listened his way through our podcast. Season 2 was a journey of healing, clarity, and renewed optimism. However, we also grappled with the struggles of walking in faith, and the challenge of recognizing the larger picture when you're in the thick of things.An exciting part of our podcast is interacting with our patrons. We appreciate their support through Patreon and are eager to answer their intriguing questions. We also discuss our second podcast, the For Real Real. But it's not all light-hearted and fun. We confront daunting topics such as the violence and overcrowding in Alabama's Department of Corrections, and the power of storytelling through Biblical characters. We also delve into the paradox of Jesus' simplicity and the difficulty in surrendering to it. As we move towards the exciting frontier of Season 3, we reminisce about the infamous case of Jason Culverhouse, convicted of murdering his own family, and his life-altering encounter with Jesus. We remember the people we met in prison, their stories of recidivism and their current journeys. We also touch upon Kairos Prison Ministry, a three-day prison program where I've been honored to share my experiences. As we buckle up for Season 3, we can't contain our excitement for the new chapter and the exclusive content we have in store. So, join us for this enlightening and stirring journey. As always, we promise to keep it real!CreepTime the PodcastTrue stories of all things chilling, mysterious, and unexplainedListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the showMore from James & Haley: Chef James K Jones Website Cooking with Chef James K Jones (YouTube Channel) Support our Sponsors Hurst Towing and Recovery -Lynn & Debbie Hurst205-631-8697 (205-631-TOWS)https://hursttowing.com/Home & Commercial ServicesCall or text 205-798-0635email office@hollandhcs.comInstagram Home & Commercial Services Crossfit Mephobia - Hayden SetserCrossFitmephobiainfo@gmail.com256-303-1873https://www.instagram.com/crossfitmephobia/Dana Belcher - RE/MAX Advantage NorthWebsite: theiconagents.comemail: danabelcheragent@gmail.comCall or text 205-910-3358

Have you ever wondered what it would take to transform a place known for violence and despair into a beacon of hope and rehabilitation? Come, journey with us into the heart of Donaldson Correctional Facility, one of Alabama's most notorious prisons, where we witness a tale of remarkable transformation through the power of faith, love, and human connection. We share intimate stories of inmates like Chris, a charismatic man striving for parole, and his close friend James, as they navigate the often treacherous path towards a second chance.There's a promise of redemption that lies within the hallowed walls of Donaldson Correctional Facility, thanks to the relentless efforts of volunteers from the Kairos Prison Ministry, World Victory Church, and We Care Revival. These compassionate souls are not just bringing religion, but life into the prison. Discover how a pastor named Steve led a transformative 12-week class on conflict resolution, enabling prisoners to change their perspectives and gain essential life skills.Towards the end of our journey, get ready to be moved by an extraordinary narrative of acceptance and transformation. Hear about Chris and James, affectionately known as 'Thunder and Lightning', breaking out of their comfort zones to serve each other with humility and love, sparking a flame of change that spread throughout the prison. Learn about the significant baptism controversy and hear how the teachings of Joyce Meyer influenced the prison's learning curriculum. This episode is not just about a harrowing journey through the prison system, it's a testament to the enduring power of faith, love, and the human spirit. Tune in and be inspired by these stories of hope and transformation. Support the showMore from James & Haley: Chef James K Jones Website Cooking with Chef James K Jones (YouTube Channel) Support our Sponsors Hurst Towing and Recovery -Lynn & Debbie Hurst205-631-8697 (205-631-TOWS)https://hursttowing.com/Home & Commercial ServicesCall or text 205-798-0635email office@hollandhcs.comInstagram Home & Commercial Services Crossfit Mephobia - Hayden SetserCrossFitmephobiainfo@gmail.com256-303-1873https://www.instagram.com/crossfitmephobia/Dana Belcher - RE/MAX Advantage NorthWebsite: theiconagents.comemail: danabelcheragent@gmail.comCall or text 205-910-3358

Prepare to embark on a gripping journey into the daunting world of Donaldson Correctional Facility with our protagonist, James K Jones. Can you imagine the fear of reentering the general prison population, having to grapple with the shock of confronting disturbing prison dynamics? Such is James's reality, but in the gloom, he encounters a beacon of light - the Christian Brotherhood, a non-violent prison group that transforms lives, including his own.This episode takes you on a deep dive into the life-changing power of faith and the inspiring stories it births within the prison walls. You'll hear about Marvin Davis, a tough-as-nails inmate whose life takes an astonishing turn when he discovers salvation. The ripple effect of Marvin's transformation, even amidst the turbulence of prison life, is truly remarkable and not to be missed. From confronting the effects of the prison's drug program to the scarcity of jobs, James navigates these choppy waters but finds solace and companionship that makes these challenges bearable.As we proceed, we'll explore the extraordinary impact of the Kairos Prison Ministry, and how their "cookie ministry" brought immense joy to the inmates. Join us as we reflect on the spirited debates about the race of Jesus and how song played a crucial role in fostering a bond between James and his Christian Brotherhood. The finale of this rollercoaster ride will leave you hanging on the edge of your seat as we recount the poignant journey of James and his friends, Chris and Glover, who seek to join the Christian Brotherhood but are unexpectedly moved to a violent block. Will Chris Townson survive after he leaves the Donaldson Correctional Facility? Tune in to this riveting episode for an inside look at prison life, the power of faith, and the resilience of the human spirit. Support the showMore from James & Haley: Chef James K Jones Website Cooking with Chef James K Jones (YouTube Channel) Support our Sponsors Hurst Towing and Recovery -Lynn & Debbie Hurst205-631-8697 (205-631-TOWS)https://hursttowing.com/Home & Commercial ServicesCall or text 205-798-0635email office@hollandhcs.comInstagram Home & Commercial Services Crossfit Mephobia - Hayden SetserCrossFitmephobiainfo@gmail.com256-303-1873https://www.instagram.com/crossfitmephobia/Dana Belcher - RE/MAX Advantage NorthWebsite: theiconagents.comemail: danabelcheragent@gmail.comCall or text 205-910-3358

We continue the 2nd half of the interview with Bobby Starr of Kairos Prison Ministry Coffield unit to discuss the impact of sharing the love of Christ with those impacted by Incarceration.Mission Statements:The mission of the Kairos Prison Ministry is to share the transforming love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ to impact the hearts and lives of incarcerated men, women and youth, as well as their families, to become loving and productive citizens of their communities.The vision of Kairos Prison Ministry International, Inc. (KPMI) is to be a community spiritually freed from the effects of imprisonment reaching all impacted by incarceration, through the love, hope, and faith found in Jesus Christ.Find out more:KairosPrisonMinistry.orgwww.kairostexas.org/coffieldkairos.org/Support:coffieldkairos.orgMX3 Podcast on Youtubewww.youtube.com/@mx3podcastContact MX3 Podcast Tweet us: @mx3podcast Email us: info@mx3.vip LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-w-wright-9397b23a/ Thanks for listening & keep on living your life the Wright way!

We welcome Bobby Starr of Kairos Prison Ministry Coffield unit to discuss the impact of sharing the love of Christ with those impacted by Incarceration.Find out more:KairosPrisonMinistry.orgwww.kairostexas.org/coffieldkairos.org/Support:coffieldkairos.orgMX3 Podcast on Youtubewww.youtube.com/@mx3podcastContact MX3 Podcast Tweet us: @mx3podcast Email us: info@mx3.vip LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-w-wright-9397b23a/ Thanks for listening & keep on living your life the Wright way!

In this episode, I reconnect with friends in Tupelo, Mississippi, whom I first met in May of 2000 while backpacking the Natchez Trace. The Natchez Trace was just a small segment of my walk from San Diego, CA, to Calais, ME. We reminisce about our time together and attending the Passion OneDay 2000 conference in Memphis, TN. Matt Robinson, who owns Change Skateboard Shop in Tupelo, Also shares about the Change Tupelo Festival, which he organizes each year. Ron and Heather Brandon share about their life on their farm, rental unit construction, prison ministry, and homeschooling. Links mentioned in Episode Change Skateboard Shop in Tupelo https://changetupelo.com/ Kairos Prison Ministry https://www.kairosprisonministry.org/ Passion One Day https://passionconferences.com/about/ Reclaim Arts Academy https://redeemingthearts.org/  

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Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

The book I recently read and reviewed in our last episode - ‘Finding the Right Hills to Die On' by Gavin Ortlund - has a certain ‘How To Guide to Ecumenism' feel to it throughout. As I think about ecumenism, an awareness dawns on me how much of it has marked my own Christian life as a 35-year-old American. My father was raised Mennonite, my mother attended Pensacola Christian and Bob Jones University. They both met at Cedarville University. In high school, my part-time job was at the Highland County Family YMCA in Hillsboro, Ohio. I also attended the ‘One Way' non-denominational Bible Study. What's more, First Baptist Church of Hillsboro, Ohio - where Lauren and I met, and she grew up, held joint-services with many of the other churches in town, irrespective of denomination, for Christmas Eve every year. Before moving back to Montana in 2012, I occasionally listened to K-Love for years. But come to think of it, pretty much any Contemporary Christian Music is like this. Stripped of most lyrical particulars which might aggravate doctrinal differences between denominations, the mass market appeal is also a kind of ecumenism. After we left FBC, Lauren and I attended Good News Gathering in Hillsboro, Ohio. Though affiliated with Willow Creek on some level, the church nevertheless emphasized sticking to the gospel and being seeker-friendly. I also participated in Kairos Prison Ministry in Southern Ohio once. The volunteers - clergy and laymen - hailed from diverse denominations. The point was to focus on the gospel, and primarily to make converts among residents of correctional institutes and prisons so as to make them Christians without stressing a certain tradition or confusing anyone with in-depth theology and doctrinal concerns. When we moved to Eastern Montana, we attended CMA churches in Glendive, Savage, and Sidney. At the root, the CMA sets aside many historical denominational distinctions in favor of the making disciples of all nations, preaching the gospel all over the world. Besides this, I have encountered more and more in recent years the increasing influence of The Gospel Coalition seemingly everywhere online, with it seeming to be the preferred resource for weblink shares from pastor friends and family members of mine all over the U.S. Yet all of this brings me to a question that came up in reading Gavin Ortlund's 'Finding the Right Hills to Die On' this past week, and in reading so much on theology and church history the past year. The more I study both Church History as well as Modern History, the more unusual, superficial, and disproportionate the ideal of Unity as it's been presented seems in comparison to the level of depth to discussion and debate which seems to have marked the faith and practice of the Church the past two millennia. All over the U.S., the more in-depth the study and subsequent discussion, the harder the pushback seems to be to embrace a kind of latent liberalism which is called humility and peace in the interest of the core gospel message. And yet the more peace and unity with liberalism is stressed, on liberalism's terms, the less recognizable many examples and ideals of the Bible and the historic Reformation feel. Is this just my imagination, or is there a history to the past century of what we call ecumenical that can explain what forces and influences gave rise to this emphasis today on setting aside disagreements as often as possible in favor of ready agreement and a forgoing of more rigorous researching? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/garrett-ashley-mullet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/garrett-ashley-mullet/support

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

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Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

In this episode, you will hear encouragement & inspiration for finding your best yeses, how to discern God's will & reminders that you weren't created to do all the things!! Get ready to be blessed...Dori shares beautiful truths of how to find ways to thrive amidst seasons of surviving. Dori is a passionate writer, speaker, educator, advocate, and homeschool momma. She is passionate about sitting in the trenches with others. She currently serves with Kairos Prison Ministry in a maximum-security prison and as a teen youth leader with her church, Traders Point Christian Church. As a former journalist and adjunct professor, she merged her passions of writing, research, and mentorship to form her company which offers various writing, consulting, and editorial services. You can find Dori here: https://www.dorigomes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/embraceitalways/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/201885991417978 Her Best Yes Info: REGISTER NOW for the Virtual Vision Casting Party for 2022: https://www.herbestyes.com/2022VisionCastingParty Freebie to increase your quiet time with the LORD-download here: https://www.herbestyes.com/TDR%20Journal Email: becky@herbestyes.com, subject: thrive Join my free FB community here-https://www.facebook.com/groups/200643751538724 website-www.herbestyes.com IG-https://www.instagram.com/herbestyes/ FB-https://www.facebook.com/becky.dozeman Linktree-https://linktr.ee/herbestyes --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/becky-dozeman/message

I've been friends with Tony Keely for 20+ years and we've learned a great deal from one another. This is an interview we taped before the whole CV19 mess started and I had to edit out a few references to events that were in the past and now irrelevant. Also I have an essay I wrote while part of the Kairos Prison Ministry and it's a Christmas letter to my departed father. With that in mind, enjoy. 

Jim Lambert, the author of Sub Rosa and Other Short Stories, discusses his creative foray into the genre of short storytelling. This book is a great choice for a Christmas gift or a gift to yourself if you want to dig deep and learn more about Louisiana history. As a successful attorney, Jim has built a lifetime experience of telling his clients' stories through writing briefs for the court; but he was always constrained by the facts! His heart is exemplified by his involvement in Kairos Prison Ministry on Death Row at Angola. In his current quest to blend the facts surrounding actual historical characters with intriguing stories of fictional marginalized characters, he has been able to start within his own mind, get in touch with his creative spirit, and has hit the mark with compelling stories that pull you in to read more. (Sort of how Netflix pulls you in within six seconds to watch the next episode!) Jim thinks short stories should be the dominant literary genre for today's times. He's always loved reading short stories and in retirement, he has hit the mark in taking his creativity to a new level that we can all enjoy, no matter how busy we are. Many years ago he read a book about Frank Lloyd Wright, by T. C. Boyles, "The Women," which was told from the point of one of Lloyd's graduate students recounting the life of a talented but complicated man. It inspired Jim to use real people and speak from the vantage point of a fictional character. One of his stories in the book focuses on Lee Harvey Oswald, as a 14-year-old young man who grew up in New Orleans. "Lee and Me," is told from the fictional perspective of Oswald who got into a fight and was helped by a classmate. Lee was grateful for the help, and as you read the story you have to wonder what could have become of the young Lee if his life had taken a different turn. Jim Lambert's connection to New Orleans runs deep. He was born in New Orleans and was adopted from a Baptist orphanage. As a young lawyer, he moved back to New Orleans in 1976 and then moved to Lafayette in 1978, where he has kept a home ever since. Many of his stories are steeped in New Orleans culture in a manner that only a native could share. Each chapter in Sub Rosa shares a compelling fictional story of events that happened in Louisiana, such as the following: a young lawyer sent to investigate the murder of Black troops in the Jim Crow South, and a mental patient obsessed with the film Harold and Maude. Dwayne, the protagonist of the opening story, “Blood in My Hair,” is serving a life sentence for unintentionally contributing to the death of a police officer; the prisoner, who's known as “Cowboy,” spent much of his adulthood riding bulls in rodeos, has been craving a similarly perfect, adrenaline-filled moment ever since his incarceration began. In “Find Franny Now,” a woman named Lydia gave up on optimism after her autistic son was diagnosed with brain cancer and her husband subsequently left her; her general lack of hopefulness extends to Franny, the titular missing teenage girl, who Lydia believes has no chance of ever being found. In each story, Lambert reveals the humor and tragedy running through the lives of these unique human beings. Jim shared during the interview of his childhood growing up in Alexandria and how the "Lost Cause" permeated his community and affected the way people grew up understanding the world. He would come to understand how actual riots and killings that occurred were never shared in the history books. As an example, rumors of a race riot during WWII on January 10, 1942 in Alexandria that resulted in 18 or 19 black troops being killed were smoothed over by reports shared by the U. S. Govt. after Pearl Harbor. This knowledge deeply impacted Jim's understanding of how events are officially documented by official government reports and how historical events can be skewed. Jim recommends "The Sky is Gray,

PART 1: Today's guest is James Kilpatrick of Kairos Prison Ministry, Wisconsin, a Christian faith-based ministry which addresses the spiritual needs of incarcerated men, women, youth and their families. By sharing the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, Kairos hopes to change hearts, transform lives, and impact the world.   PART 2:  David shares four news stories on different topics including the kidnapping of Christian missionaries in Haiti, the purposeful destruction of America's economy, DC Comics remaking of Superman as a bisexual fighting for climate change, and a so-called "pastor" of a UMC claiming abortion is moral if the murder is done with "thoughtful prayer."  Daily podcast, relevant articles on issues pertaining to Christians and more can be found on Stand Up For The Truth.

Savannah Attorney Roy Paul shares about his experience as a volunteer with Kairos Prison Ministry.

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

Bob Davis talks about the challenges and blessings of prison ministry.

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

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Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell's exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019's Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

Keith Adamson is an executive coach and mentor with more than 20 years of successful experience as Chief Operating Officer for Fit For Work, a company that he and Tom Tobin co-founded in 1998. Keith is currently living a “Repurposed Life” and started Resilere Coaching, LLC in 2019. A strong believer in awakening what is possible in others, Keith provides coaching and mentoring services with a strong emphasis on the Purpose Clarity Program and Leadership Development. Keith is passionate about serving as a volunteer for the Kairos Prison Ministry program in South Texas. He loves spending time with his wife Olivia, and family (including two granddaughters), not to mention his 10-month old Vizsla puppy named Eli. If you have any feedback or qeustions about the podcast, or have a great leadership story to share and would like to be a guest, drop us a line at info@edwardsgroup.tx.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twoguysonstuff/message

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell’s exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019’s Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell’s exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019’s Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell’s exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019’s Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

Darrell Smith is a teacher, writer, liturgist, and integral theologian. Serving both in the church and as the founding director of Chapter 3—an ecumenical, non-profit committed to serving people and the common good—Darrell has been exploring and, at times, protesting faith, religion and spirituality for over twenty years. Darrell’s exploration and protest has led him to homeless shelters, recovery groups, and refugee ghettos as well as universities, churches, and prisons. He has supported relief efforts in Central and South America and worked with such organizations as Renovaré, Apprentice, and Kairos Prison Ministry. Darrell attended the Perkins School of Theology, Wayland Baptist University, the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and Texas A&M University and holds degrees in English, Speech Communication, Christian Ministry, and Worship Studies. His most recent published work is 2019’s Faith Lies: Seven Incomplete Ideas That Hijack Faith and How to See Beyond Them. For the last 20 years, Darrell has served at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Darrell is married to Stacy, and they have three children—Nathanael, Samuel, and Abigail. His personal interests include basketball, fitness, kickboxing, music, and good conversation.

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Engedi: An Oasis in the Wilderness ... What does the Bible have to say about Toxic Relationships? ... GUEST Rev William Glaze, Bethany Baptist Church, Homewood PA. Social Isolation: the Quiet Epidemic ... What’s happening? What can be done? ... GUEST Brian Dijkema, program director, for work and economics at Cardus, and Senior Editor with Comment Magazine. Kairos Prison Ministry ... GUEST Brian Taylor ... retired family physician, a former international health work (Myanmar, Bolivia, Uganda).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.