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A local Durango family recently purchased the Leland House from Diane Wildfang and her son, Kirk Komick. But don't expect radical changes. The new owners want to carry on the hotel's historic legacy. Featuring interviews with the new Leland House owners Tonya Ensign, Alec Ensign, and Dominic Martinez. Watch the story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/live-like-a-local-at-leland-houseSponsored by 2180 Lighting and Design Studio and Happy Pappy's Pizza and Wings 

We are in a season of transition at the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission after Russell Moore's move to Christianity Today. The team in D.C. is changing as well, and so we wanted to bring you a final show with the current team: Jeff Pickering, Chelsea Patterson Sobolik, and Travis Wussow. This show will air in two parts with reflections on the ERLC's work in Washington, D.C., and a conversation with David French of The Dispatch about religious liberty, pro-life policy, and January 6th.The motivating aim of Capitol Conversations was to foster a new evangelical imagination for political engagement and we hope it's done that for you. On behalf of all of us at the ERLC in Washington, D.C., thanks for listening.In the meantime, stay subscribed to Capitol Conversations as there will surely and soon be something new on this channel. And be sure to check out The ERLC Podcast as well, with new episodes from Nashville released every Friday.Guest BiographyDavid French is senior editor of The Dispatch. He's also a columnist for Time. He's the author of Rise of ISIS: A Threat We Can't Ignore, and Divided We Fall: America's Secession Threat and How to Restore Our Nation, among others.Resources from the ConversationRead David French's work at The DispatchRead How the ERLC is advocating for Southern Baptists in Washington, D.C. by Jeff PickeringRead How the ERLC advocates on the Hill by Chelsea Patterson SobolikRead Why do we send advocacy letters in D.C.? by Chelsea Patterson Sobolik and Jeff PickeringListen to our favorite episodesChelsea: Melissa Ohden on Surviving AbortionJeff: Kenneth Bae, the longest held U.S. prisoner in North Korea, on hope in a hard labor campTravis: Matti Friedman on the Middle East after the Abraham AccordsInterns: Staff Roundtable with our spring 2020 intern on her semester in D.C. and how the pandemic changed everything and the episode when Brooke was an intern Year in Review with the 2018 InternsRead about the issues we highlightedChelsea: China's Main Threat Is a Moral OneJeff: Citing ERLC brief, SCOTUS protects religious libertyTravis: SBA issues new safe harbor for small Paycheck Protection loansSubscribe to ERLC's Policy Newsletter

This was a unique year for the ERLC interns as the program moved online. Rather than working together in the Leland House, the ERLC's Capitol Hill office, students joined the policy team from all over the country. For this week's episode after Thanksgiving, the interns joined Jeff Pickering and Brooke Kramer to reflect on their favorite projects, memorable meetings through Zoom, and what it's like to be a college student during a global pandemic.Our internship program exists to prepare students and young professionals with a gospel-centered, kingdom-focused perspective on the issues of everyday life. We offer semester and year-long programs with both of our offices in Nashville and D.C.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company, publisher of the advent family devotional, A Better Than Anything Christmas. Find out more about this book at thegoodbook.com.Guest BiographyIn this episode you will hear from Justin, Sam, Jackson, and Seth – our 2020 fall interns with the ERLC team in Washington, D.C.Resources from the ConversationLearn more and apply at ERLC.com/internshipsERLC internships: Investing, life-changing by Tom StrodeCheck out The Good Book CompanySubscribe to ERLC's Policy Newsletter

Institutions in American public life are not what they used to be. National organizations like political parties and the news media have changed in dramatic ways in their influence on our lives. Political journalist Jon Ward noticed this change a few years ago and began exploring why it is happening and what people are doing to rebuild. Jeff Pickering, Steven Harris, and Travis Wussow welcomed Jon to the Leland House to explore what this all means for Christians in the public square. This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company, publisher of Sam Allberry's new book: Why does God care who I sleep with? Guest Biography Jon Ward is senior political correspondent for Yahoo News, author of Camelot's End: Kennedy v Carter and the Fight that Broke the Democratic Party (Twelve Books, 2019), and host of “The Long Game” podcast. He has covered American politics and culture for two decades, as a city desk reporter in Washington D.C., as a White House correspondent who traveled aboard Air Force One to Africa, Europe and the Middle East, and as a national affairs correspondent who has traveled the country to write about two presidential campaigns and the ideas and people animating our times. He has been published in The Washington Post, The New Republic, Politico Magazine, Vanity Fair, The Huffington Post, and The Washington Times. He and his family live in Washington, D.C. Resources from the Conversation Jon's articles at Yahoo News Jon's book Camelot's End: Kennedy vs. Carter and the Fight that Broke the Democratic Party Jon's author page Follow Jon on Twitter @jonward11 ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

Institutions in American public life are not what they used to be. National organizations like political parties and the news media have changed in dramatic ways in their influence on our lives. Political journalist Jon Ward noticed this change a few years ago and began exploring why it is happening and what people are doing to rebuild. Jeff Pickering, Steven Harris, and Travis Wussow welcomed Jon to the Leland House to explore what this all means for Christians in the public square. This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company, publisher of Sam Allberry’s new book: Why does God care who I sleep with? Guest Biography Jon Ward is senior political correspondent for Yahoo News, author of Camelot's End: Kennedy v Carter and the Fight that Broke the Democratic Party (Twelve Books, 2019), and host of “The Long Game” podcast. He has covered American politics and culture for two decades, as a city desk reporter in Washington D.C., as a White House correspondent who traveled aboard Air Force One to Africa, Europe and the Middle East, and as a national affairs correspondent who has traveled the country to write about two presidential campaigns and the ideas and people animating our times. He has been published in The Washington Post, The New Republic, Politico Magazine, Vanity Fair, The Huffington Post, and The Washington Times. He and his family live in Washington, D.C. Resources from the Conversation Jon’s articles at Yahoo News Jon’s book Camelot's End: Kennedy vs. Carter and the Fight that Broke the Democratic Party Jon’s author page Follow Jon on Twitter @jonward11 ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

In this episode of the ERLC Podcast, Josh and Lindsay are joined by Chelsea Sobolik. Chelsea is a Policy Director in the ERLC's office on Capitol Hill, known as Leland House. With Brent in the U.K. working on a major pro-life initiative there, Josh, Lindsay and Chelsea talk about this week's ERLC content and highlight recent events from news and culture including updates on the March for Life, Impeachment, the Iowa Caucuses, and the Nigerian pastor who was recently martyred by the terrorist group Boko Haram. About Chelsea Chelsea is the author of Longing for Motherhood: Holding onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Liberty University, and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband Michael. You can follow her on Twitter: @ChelsPat ERLC Content Why families are critical for human flourishing by Josh Wester Kobe Bryant and the fragility of life by Jeremy Linneman How can we utilize creativity and technology to disciple Christians? by Ben Mandrell The Bible as an app: One man's quest to have everyone engaging with Scripture by Lindsay Nicolet Culture Pro-Life is Pro-Woman (ERLC) A Good Decade for the Pro-Life Movement (NRO) Visual Guide to the Iowa Caucuses (WSJ) Nate Silver's Iowa Caucus rundown (FiveThirtyEight) The martyrdom of Nigerian Pastor Lawan Andimi (CT) Read Scripture app Explainer on Boko Haram (CNN) Kirk Cousins on reading the Bible Aaron Rodgers on losing his faith (Relevant) TN man smokes marijuana in front of judge (ABC News) Mayor Mike Bloomberg meets a dog for the first time (CNN) Lunchroom Lindsay: Kobe Bryant; Prayer by Tim Keller Chelsea: Alarm clocks. Listen to find out why. Josh: Libraries "Visiting the library remains the most common cultural activity Americans engage in, by far. The average 10.5 trips to the library U.S. adults report taking in 2019 exceeds their participation in eight other common leisure activities." ERLC Resource Never Walk Away: Lessons on Integrity From a Father Who Lived It by Crawford Loritts Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC @jbwester @LeatherwoodTN @LindsNicolet

In this episode of the ERLC Podcast, Josh and Lindsay are joined by Chelsea Sobolik. Chelsea is a Policy Director in the ERLC’s office on Capitol Hill, known as Leland House. With Brent in the U.K. working on a major pro-life initiative there, Josh, Lindsay and Chelsea talk about this week’s ERLC content and highlight recent events from news and culture including updates on the March for Life, Impeachment, the Iowa Caucuses, and the Nigerian pastor who was recently martyred by the terrorist group Boko Haram. About Chelsea Chelsea is the author of Longing for Motherhood: Holding onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Liberty University, and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband Michael. You can follow her on Twitter: @ChelsPat ERLC Content Why families are critical for human flourishing by Josh Wester Kobe Bryant and the fragility of life by Jeremy Linneman How can we utilize creativity and technology to disciple Christians? by Ben Mandrell The Bible as an app: One man's quest to have everyone engaging with Scripture by Lindsay Nicolet Culture Pro-Life is Pro-Woman (ERLC) A Good Decade for the Pro-Life Movement (NRO) Visual Guide to the Iowa Caucuses (WSJ) Nate Silver’s Iowa Caucus rundown (FiveThirtyEight) The martyrdom of Nigerian Pastor Lawan Andimi (CT) Read Scripture app Explainer on Boko Haram (CNN) Kirk Cousins on reading the Bible Aaron Rodgers on losing his faith (Relevant) TN man smokes marijuana in front of judge (ABC News) Mayor Mike Bloomberg meets a dog for the first time (CNN) Lunchroom Lindsay: Kobe Bryant; Prayer by Tim Keller Chelsea: Alarm clocks. Listen to find out why. Josh: Libraries "Visiting the library remains the most common cultural activity Americans engage in, by far. The average 10.5 trips to the library U.S. adults report taking in 2019 exceeds their participation in eight other common leisure activities." ERLC Resource Never Walk Away: Lessons on Integrity From a Father Who Lived It by Crawford Loritts Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC @jbwester @LeatherwoodTN @LindsNicolet

We open 2020 with a month-long series On Human Dignity exploring the implications of this theological truth on life, ministry, and the public square. On this week's episode, Chelsea welcomes Janet Durig to the Leland House to share stories of Christ's transformative power for people in need. Janet is the executive director of the Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center, a faith based non-profit organization offering help and support to women, men, and their families who are in a crisis pregnancy. Resources from the Conversation Join us at the March For Life on Friday, January 24, in Washington, D.C. Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center Transforming Your Story: A Path to Healing after Abortion by Wendy Giancola Why God's majesty is most clearly seen in every human being: And what this means for the Church and human dignity by Tom Strode More Resources on Human Dignity from ERLC ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

We open 2020 with a month-long series On Human Dignity exploring the implications of this theological truth on life, ministry, and the public square. On this week’s episode, Chelsea welcomes Janet Durig to the Leland House to share stories of Christ’s transformative power for people in need. Janet is the executive director of the Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center, a faith based non-profit organization offering help and support to women, men, and their families who are in a crisis pregnancy. Resources from the Conversation Join us at the March For Life on Friday, January 24, in Washington, D.C. Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center Transforming Your Story: A Path to Healing after Abortion by Wendy Giancola Why God’s majesty is most clearly seen in every human being: And what this means for the Church and human dignity by Tom Strode More Resources on Human Dignity from ERLC ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

Herbie Newell comes back to the Leland House studio to join Jeff and Chelsea to talk about serving children and families in difficult situations. His experience leading Lifeline Children's Services with fostercare and adoption as well as parental reconcilation allows him to speak powerfully to the pro-life ethic. November is national adoption month, and this is a timely reflection of what Christian love can look like in that arena. Guest Biography Herbie Newell is the President/Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and it's ministry arms including (un)adopted, Crossings, and Lifeline Village. Herbie holds a Master's degree in Accounting from Samford University. He joined the Lifeline staff in 2003 as executive director. From January 2004 – December 2008, he served as the president of the Alabama Adoption Coalition. Herbie was chosen as a Hague Intercountry Adoption evaluator and team leader by the Council of Accreditation and serves in that capacity currently. Under Herbie's leadership, Lifeline has increased the international outreach to 23 countries, helped Lifeline attain membership in the ECFA (Evangelical Council on Financial Accountability), and led the creation of foster care ministry. Having witnessed the plight of older orphans on many trips overseas, Herbie's burden for the fatherless was a catalyst for starting (un)adopted during 2009. He worked with WAKM Companies, LLC, a prominent accounting firm, for many years as an independent auditor before being led to Lifeline. He and his wife, Ashley, live in Birmingham, Alabama, and are parents to son, Caleb, and daughters Adelynn and Emily. Resources from the Conversation Order Herbie's Book | Image Bearers: from pro-birth to pro-life Lifeline Children's Services Herbie's articles, panels, and podcasts with ERLC ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

Herbie Newell comes back to the Leland House studio to join Jeff and Chelsea to talk about serving children and ...

Herbie Newell comes back to the Leland House studio to join Jeff and Chelsea to talk about serving children and ...

Historian Thomas S. Kidd stops by the Leland House for a roundtable conversation on evangelicalism and politics with Jeff, Travis, and Chelsea. Dr. Kidd tells the story of evangelicals by providing an in depth look at the beliefs that binds them, the history that formed them, and how politics affects their movement. Most importantly for the ERLC, he tells the story of our office namesake, John Leland. Guest Biography Thomas S. Kidd teaches history at Baylor University, and is Associate Director of Baylor's Institute for Studies of Religion. He also recently joined the faculty at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary as Distinguished Visiting Professor of Church History. Dr. Kidd writes at the Evangelical History blog at The Gospel Coalition. He also regularly contributes for outlets such as WORLD Magazine, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. His recent books include Benjamin Franklin: The Religious Life of a Founding Father; George Whitefield: America's Spiritual Founding Father; and Baptists in America: A History, with co-author Barry Hankins. You can find him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thomas.kidd and on Twitter @ThomasSKidd. Resources from the Conversation Dr. Kidd's book: Who is an Evangelical? Dr. Kidd's author page Dr. Kidd's TGC blog Russell Moore Remembers Billy Graham's Life and Legacy The Final Call of John Perkins ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

Historian Thomas S. Kidd stops by the Leland House for a roundtable conversation on evangelicalism and politics with Jeff, Travis, ...

Historian Thomas S. Kidd stops by the Leland House for a roundtable conversation on evangelicalism and politics with Jeff, Travis, ...

Historian Thomas S. Kidd stops by the Leland House for a roundtable conversation on evangelicalism and politics with Jeff, Travis, and Chelsea. Dr. Kidd tells the story of evangelicals by providing an in depth look at the beliefs that binds them, the history that formed them, and how politics affects their movement. Most importantly for the ERLC, he tells the story of our office namesake, John Leland. Guest Biography Thomas S. Kidd teaches history at Baylor University, and is Associate Director of Baylor's Institute for Studies of Religion. He also recently joined the faculty at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary as Distinguished Visiting Professor of Church History. Dr. Kidd writes at the Evangelical History blog at The Gospel Coalition. He also regularly contributes for outlets such as WORLD Magazine, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. His recent books include Benjamin Franklin: The Religious Life of a Founding Father; George Whitefield: America's Spiritual Founding Father; and Baptists in America: A History, with co-author Barry Hankins. You can find him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thomas.kidd and on Twitter @ThomasSKidd. Resources from the Conversation Dr. Kidd’s book: Who is an Evangelical? Dr. Kidd’s author page Dr. Kidd’s TGC blog Russell Moore Remembers Billy Graham’s Life and Legacy The Final Call of John Perkins ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

As the summer wrapped up, the ERLC interns in Washington joined Jeff Pickering to reflect on their experiences. The group discusses their favorite projects, memorable meetings on Capitol Hill, and laughable moments at the Leland House. Our internship program exists to prepare students and young professionals with a gospel-centered, kingdom-focused perspective on the issues of everyday life. We offer semester and year-long programs in both of our offices in Nashville and D.C. The ERLC is dedicated to seeing each generation engage the culture with the gospel of Christ. For more information and to apply, visit ERLC.com/internships. This episode was recorded on August 2. Guest Biography In this conversation you will hear from Kiah, Alyssa, Lacey, Eva, Marcus, Dani, Neal, and Nick – our 2019 summer interns in the ERLC office in Washington, D.C. They came to the Leland House from all over the country and are interested in faith, politics, and how to engage culture as followers of Christ. Resources from the Conversation ERLC Internship Program Application ERLC internships: Investing, life-changing by Tom Strode

As the summer wrapped up, the ERLC interns in Washington joined Jeff Pickering to reflect on their experiences. The group discusses their favorite projects, memorable meetings on Capitol Hill, and laughable moments at the Leland House. Our internship program exists to prepare students and young professionals with a gospel-centered, kingdom-focused perspective on the issues of everyday life. We offer semester and year-long programs in both of our offices in Nashville and D.C. The ERLC is dedicated to seeing each generation engage the culture with the gospel of Christ. For more information and to apply, visit ERLC.com/internships. This episode was recorded on August 2. Guest Biography In this conversation you will hear from Kiah, Alyssa, Lacey, Eva, Marcus, Dani, Neal, and Nick – our 2019 summer interns in the ERLC office in Washington, D.C. They came to the Leland House from all over the country and are interested in faith, politics, and how to engage culture as followers of Christ. Resources from the Conversation ERLC Internship Program Application ERLC internships: Investing, life-changing by Tom Strode

North Korea today remains one of the most repressive regimes on earth restricting the freedom of its own people and considering Christianity a threat to the state. Kenneth Bae is a Christian missionary and American citizen who knows all too well about North Korean oppression. Although it is difficult to enter North Korea, Bae hosted state approved tourism visits from China. Each trip, though a risk, was a successful time of prayer for the Korean people until the country's security officials arrested Bae after believing he posed a threat to the communist state. He was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor and, after two years, became the longest held U.S. citizen to be imprisoned in North Korea. He was released in 2014 returning home on a flight with then Director of National Intelligence James Clapper. Kenneth Bae joins Jeff Pickering at the Leland House to share his story of imprisonment and release, holding onto hope in Christ, and his ministry to the North Korean people. Guest Biography Kenneth Bae is an American citizen, born in South Korea, who serves as a Christian missionary in Seoul, South Korea. Since being released, Kenneth founded the Nehemiah Global Initiative, which is devoted to remembering the 25 million North Koreans and helping North Korean refugees physically and spiritually to rebuild new lives in South Korea. His book Not Forgotten: The True Story of My Imprisonment in North Korea recounts his full story. Resources from the Conversation EVENT INVITE | Join the ERLC in Washington, DC, on Thursday, July 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for Humanity Denied: Religious Freedom in North Korea ERLC podcast | Olivia Enos on North Korea, nuclear summits, and the persecuted church ERLC article by Travis Wussow | What it's like to follow Jesus in North Korea CNN video | Kenneth Bae Interview New York Times article | Kenneth Bae, Longest Held U.S. Prisoner in North Korea Washington Times | Kenneth Bae details North Korea prison ordeal, says ‘God's will” put him there ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

North Korea today remains one of the most repressive regimes on earth restricting the freedom of its own people and considering Christianity a threat to the state. Kenneth Bae is a Christian missionary and American citizen who knows all too well about North Korean oppression. Although it is difficult to enter North Korea, Bae hosted state approved tourism visits from China. Each trip, though a risk, was a successful time of prayer for the Korean people until the country’s security officials arrested Bae after believing he posed a threat to the communist state. He was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor and, after two years, became the longest held U.S. citizen to be imprisoned in North Korea. He was released in 2014 returning home on a flight with then Director of National Intelligence James Clapper. Kenneth Bae joins Jeff Pickering at the Leland House to share his story of imprisonment and release, holding onto hope in Christ, and his ministry to the North Korean people. Guest Biography Kenneth Bae is an American citizen, born in South Korea, who serves as a Christian missionary in Seoul, South Korea. Since being released, Kenneth founded the Nehemiah Global Initiative, which is devoted to remembering the 25 million North Koreans and helping North Korean refugees physically and spiritually to rebuild new lives in South Korea. His book Not Forgotten: The True Story of My Imprisonment in North Korea recounts his full story. Resources from the Conversation EVENT INVITE | Join the ERLC in Washington, DC, on Thursday, July 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for Humanity Denied: Religious Freedom in North Korea ERLC podcast | Olivia Enos on North Korea, nuclear summits, and the persecuted church ERLC article by Travis Wussow | What it’s like to follow Jesus in North Korea CNN video | Kenneth Bae Interview New York Times article | Kenneth Bae, Longest Held U.S. Prisoner in North Korea Washington Times | Kenneth Bae details North Korea prison ordeal, says ‘God’s will” put him there ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

Jeff, Steven, and Travis welcome national security expert and Asia analyst Olivia Enos from the Heritage Foundation to the Leland House to discuss the latest news from North Korea, especially the plight of the persecuted church. Olivia traveled to Singapore and Hanoi for the nuclear summits between President Trump and Chairman Kim-Jong un. And Steven recently traveled to South Korea as part of ERLC's religious liberty efforts on the Korean peninsula and visited the DMZ to hear from Christian North Korean defectors. Guest Biography Olivia Enos serves as a policy analyst in the Asian Studies Center at The Heritage Foundation specializing in human rights and transnational criminal issues. Enos has published numerous papers on human trafficking in Asia, human rights in North Korea, and reforming the U.S. refugee program and writes a bi-monthly column in Forbes. Her commentary has appeared in The Washington Post, The National Interest, The Diplomat, and Real Clear World, as well as numerous scholarly publications. She has also appeared on Fox News, CNN, and the BBC. She earned a bachelor's degree in government from Patrick Henry College in Virginia, and a master of arts in Asian studies at Georgetown University. She and her husband Zach currently reside on Capitol Hill. Resources from the Conversation Olivia Enos at the Heritage Foundation New York Magazine VIDEO | A Brief History of North Korea in 3 Minutes Book on DPRK prison camps Olivia mentioned | The Aquariums of Pyongyang: Ten Years in the North Korean Gulag U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Freedom Sam Brownback's speech at Heritage | Human Rights in China ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

After she and her husband David Kuo were in a car wreck late one Saturday night in 2003, Kimberly waited in the George Washington University Hospital for news of his condition. The newly married couple were at the top of their Washington careers at the time. David worked in the White House as a senior aide to President George W. Bush. Kimberly was an executive downtown having previously worked in the Senate as a top aide for Majority Leader Bob Dole. When David was finally wheeled out of the emergency room, he gave his wife a thumbs down. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor and given six months to live. Kimberly joined Jeff and Travis at the Leland House to share her family's courageous story of living life to the fullest when battling a terminal illness and why physician-assisted suicide is not the answer for such a tragedy. Guest Biography Kimberly Kuo has over 25 years experience as a Communications and Marketing professional in national politics, federal government, corporations and start-ups. Her experience in politics includes time as Press Secretary for Senate Majority Leader and then presidential candidate Bob Dole and vice presidential candidate Jack Kemp. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, Communications and Communities at Coca-Cola Consolidated. In addition to opinion pieces, she also writes music, poetry and children's fiction. She loves writing for and teaching young kids at Forest Hill Church in Charlotte, N.C., and her greatest joy is adventuring with her two children. Resources from the Conversation Kimberly's Q Ideas Talk: Six Months To Live Kimberley's WORLD Magazine podcast: Cancer, marriage, and refusing to give up Kimberley's Christianity Today article: Assisted Suicide and Real Death with Dignity CC podcast: Ben Mitchell on physician-assisted suicide; Feeling the Bern on religious freedom ERLC article by Matthew Arbo: How would you counsel someone interested in assisted suicide? ERLC article by Kathryn Butler: Is physician-assisted suicide ethical? ERLC explainer by Matthew Hawkins: How to reject physician-assisted suicide David Kuo's book: Tempting Faith: An Inside Story of Political Seduction ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

After she and her husband David Kuo were in a car wreck late one Saturday night in 2003, Kimberly waited in the George Washington University Hospital for news of his condition. The newly married couple were at the top of their Washington careers at the time. David worked in the White House as a senior aide to President George W. Bush. Kimberly was an executive downtown having previously worked in the Senate as a top aide for Majority Leader Bob Dole. When David was finally wheeled out of the emergency room, he gave his wife a thumbs down. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor and given six months to live. Kimberly joined Jeff and Travis at the Leland House to share her family’s courageous story of living life to the fullest when battling a terminal illness and why physician-assisted suicide is not the answer for such a tragedy. Guest Biography Kimberly Kuo has over 25 years experience as a Communications and Marketing professional in national politics, federal government, corporations and start-ups. Her experience in politics includes time as Press Secretary for Senate Majority Leader and then presidential candidate Bob Dole and vice presidential candidate Jack Kemp. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, Communications and Communities at Coca-Cola Consolidated. In addition to opinion pieces, she also writes music, poetry and children’s fiction. She loves writing for and teaching young kids at Forest Hill Church in Charlotte, N.C., and her greatest joy is adventuring with her two children. Resources from the Conversation Kimberly’s Q Ideas Talk: Six Months To Live Kimberley’s WORLD Magazine podcast: Cancer, marriage, and refusing to give up Kimberley’s Christianity Today article: Assisted Suicide and Real Death with Dignity CC podcast: Ben Mitchell on physician-assisted suicide; Feeling the Bern on religious freedom ERLC article by Matthew Arbo: How would you counsel someone interested in assisted suicide? ERLC article by Kathryn Butler: Is physician-assisted suicide ethical? ERLC explainer by Matthew Hawkins: How to reject physician-assisted suicide David Kuo’s book: Tempting Faith: An Inside Story of Political Seduction ERLC | Capitol Conversation Podcast

In the final days of the 115th Congress, a significant and bipartisan federal criminal justice reform bill was signed into law at the White House. The First Step Act, which sought both prison and sentencing reforms, enjoyed overwhelming votes in the Senate and House this past December. Yet the bill's journey to passage was as unlikely as the coalition of conservatives and liberals who supported it. Heather Rice-Minus of Prison Fellowship was one of the dedicated advocates whose work ensured that this bill became a law. Heather worked at the center of many of the instrumental negotiations on Capitol Hill and in the White House. Heather joined Steven and Jeff at the Leland House to recount the story of what Van Jones called “a Christmas miracle” for criminal justice reform. Guest Biography Heather Rice-Minus serves as vice president of government affairs at Prison Fellowship, the nation's largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families. She is a powerful, knowledgeable voice articulating the case for restorative criminal justice solutions. She is also the co-author of Outrageous Justice, a Bible study curriculum and book. A native of Virginia, Rice-Minus resides in Washington, D.C., with her husband and daughter. Resources from the Conversation Article by Emily Greene | President Trump signs the FIRST STEP Act into law, ushering in a new era of Criminal Justice Reform Prison Fellowship's Second Chance Month Get Involved with Prison Fellowship | Resources for Churches and Volunteers Prison Fellowship Advocacy and Public Policy Team Small Group Curriculum | Outrageous Justice Video by Steven Harris | Why is criminal justice reform an important issue for pastors and churches to engage? Video by Heather Rice-Minus | Why should Christians care about criminal justice reform? Podcast Episode | MLK50 workshop: Pursuing criminal justice reform ERLC Internship Program iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in

The ERLC hosted it's Evangelicals for Life conference last week ahead of the annual March for Life. Jeff, Steven, Chelsea, and Lauren gathered around the table back at the Leland House to reflect on the keynotes heard, panel discussions enjoyed, and the constituent advocacy meetings the team hosted on Capitol Hill. Resources from the Conversation Video | 2019 Evangelicals for Life livestream replay Article by Seth Brown | ERLC boosts advocacy through training Article by Tom Strode | Southern Baptists march for life in Washington Article by Joe Carter | Explainer: What you should know about the March for Life Article by Palmer Williams | The next frontier: Taxpayer-funded abortion on demand? Evangelical Leader Statement of Principles on Dreamers ERLC Conference | 2019 Evangelicals For Life

The 2018 ERLC interns join Jeff Pickering to talk about their experience in D.C. The group discusses their favorite policy projects, memorable meetings on Capitol Hill, and laughable moments at the Leland House. Our internship program exists to prepare students and young professionals with a gospel-centered, kingdom-focused perspective on the issues of everyday life. We offer semester and year-long programs in both of our offices in Nashville and D.C. The ERLC is dedicated to seeing each generation engage the culture with the gospel of Christ. For more information and to apply, visit ERLC.com/internships. Guest Biography In this conversation you will hear from Simona, Kelsey, Brooke, Esther, Nathan, Jaston, Scott, Matthew, Amanda, and Zach – our 2018 interns from the ERLC office in Washington, D.C. They came to the Leland House from all over the country and are interested in faith, politics, and how to engage culture as followers of Christ. Resources from the Conversation ERLC Internship Program Application ERLC internships: Investing, life-changing by Tom Strode ERLC Conference | 2019 Evangelicals For Life iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in

Christians are rethinking their relationship with politics as American culture moves away from certain moral Christian principles. Jonathan Leeman, author of How The Nations Rage, joins Steven, Travis, and Jeff at the Leland House to talk about the church, the state, and how to have confidence in this divided age. From the conversation: “What I'm trying to help readers do is to understand what is the state, what is the church, how to read the bible politically, what is justice, and perhaps most importantly, envigorate, encourage, and inspire with a vision of the the church as this embassy of light, of justice and righteousness that shows a model to the nations of how we can move forward with a happy confidence of what God is doing, whether America gets better or worse.” – Jonathan Leeman Guest Biography Jonathan Leeman is the editorial director for 9Marks. Jonathan began his career in journalism as an editor for an economics magazine in Washington, D.C. He earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in political science, and since his call to ministry, a master of divinity and a Ph.D. in theology. Jonathan lives with his wife and four daughters in a suburb of D.C. where he serves as an elder at Cheverly Baptist Church. In addition to his work at 9Marks, he's a seminary teacher, article writer, and author. His recent book, How The Nations Rage, rethinking faith and politics in a divided age, is the topic for this conversation. Resources from the Conversation 9Marks | Jonathan's Writing Book by Jonathan Leeman | How the Nations Rage: rethinking faith and politics in a divided age TGC Article | A Reading Plan for Augustine's ‘The City of God' Book by David W. Blight | Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom Countermoves Podcast Episode | Jonathan Leeman on Religious Liberty and Baptist Ecclesiology ERLC Conference | 2019 Evangelicals For Life iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in

Matt Hawkins, who has served faithfully at the ERLC for 17 years, announced that he is leaving the ERLC to pursue Ph.D. studies. Matt was a brilliant, winsome presence on Capitol Hill and on the airwaves of this podcast. He will be missed. The good news is he is moving to Tennessee and will be close to our Nashville office. For Matt's final episode as host, Jeff Pickering joins him at the Leland House to reflect on memorable interviews, guests, and advocacy in Washington, D.C. Capitol Conversations Episodes by Title Matt Hawkins on Twitter ERLC Resources from Matt Hawkins iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in

Lauren and Michael McAfee stop by the Leland House on Capitol Hill to chat about the Museum of the Bible with Matt and Travis. The Museum of Bible is now open in Washington, D.C., just blocks from the U.S. Capitol and National Mall. The museum was built to invite all people to engage with the Bible through its history, narrative, and impact. Museum of The Bible The Museum's Website Have you heard about the new Museum of the Bible? Guide to Visiting the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Guests Lauren McAfee's Website Michael McAfee's Website

Lauren and Michael McAfee stop by the Leland House on Capitol Hill to chat about the Museum of the Bible ...

Lauren and Michael McAfee stop by the Leland House on Capitol Hill to chat about the Museum of the Bible ...

Following oral arguments at the Supreme Court in Little Sisters of the Poor v. Burwell (aka Zubik v. Burwell), our ADF friends Kristen Waggoner and Greg Baylor stop by Leland House to explain the case and share what they witnessed in... Read More The post E22: Oral Arguments in Little Sisters v. Burwell appeared first on Canon and Culture.

One of our Capitol Hill neighbors, Aaron Mercer–VP of Government Relations for National Religious Broadcasters (NRB)–stops by ERLC’s Leland House to talk Internet freedom, viewpoint censorship, net neutrality, and his former life as a Senate staffer. NRB.org Annual Conference: Proclaim 16,... Read More The post E20: NRB’s Aaron Mercer defends Internet freedom appeared first on Canon and Culture.

Mark Tooley stops by the ERLC’s Leland House on Capitol Hill to talk Methodism and politics, as well as give us a preview of his new book, released this summer by Harper Collins, The Peace that Almost Was, about the final attempt... Read More The post E16: Mark Tooley on Methodism and politics appeared first on Canon and Culture.

Kim Colby of Christian Legal Society visits Andrew and Matt at the Leland House in Washington, D.C. Topics include this week's oral arguments at the Supreme Court for Hobby Lobby and Conestoga Wood, both plaintiffs against the United State's government contraceptive/abortifacient mandate. Will Kim make a prediction on the outcome? The post Episode 5: Kim Colby on Hobby Lobby and Religious Freedom appeared first on Canon and Culture.

Mrs. Small did something big last Saturday: She got arrested at 90 years old; Mt. Sutro's eucalyptus trees raise question of how to manage urban forests; and a tour of Leland House.

Carol Trott and the Leland HouseGlenn speaks with Carol trott about JPUSA's second stage housing for women coming out of the Cornerstone Community Outreach homeless shelter.