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Rev. Dr. Marshall MacClellan currently serves as the Canon Theologian for the Jurisdiction of the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy. Cn Marshall served 24 years as a Chaplain in the U.S. Air Force at tactical, operational, and strategic levels of leadership concluding with serving at the Pentagon as the Deputy Joint Staff Chaplain for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Cn Marshall deployed four times in the CENTCOM AOR. He was an Instructor at the Air Force Chaplain Corps College leading the Education Division. Prior to entering the military in 1998, Cn Marshall was a United Methodist minister serving four parish churches in Florida. He has also served as a law enforcement chaplain with the Auburndale Police Department, FL, Val Verde County Sheriff's Office, TX and currently at the Green Cove Springs Police Department, FL. Cn Marshall was ordained in Anglican Holy Orders as a transitional Deacon in Feb 2011 and Priest in July 2011. He holds a Bachelor degree from Florida Southern College, a Master of Divinity from Duke University and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He and Christy have been married for 38 years and have five children.

We're excited to introduce a new series called The Deep Dive Series into Mastering Life's Adventures with Dr. Judith! In this series, we'll be exploring the many layers of life's adventures through thought-provoking questions, with Dr. Judith inviting guests to share their wisdom on topics that resonate with you, our listeners. Periodically throughout this year, we'll have special guests join us to dive into meaningful conversations and provide unique insights on various aspects of mastering life's adventures. Today's episode is a deep dive into the complexities of relationships, specifically focusing on the challenges of forgiveness. What happens in relationships that make it so difficult to forgive? We'll be exploring this with Dr. Mark Hicks, who'll shed light on the powerful role forgiveness plays in our soul's progress, communication, and healing.As we navigate this conversation, we'll touch on the importance of letting go, the impact of toxic relationships, and why forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting. We'll also discuss false beliefs and the crucial role boundaries play in our spiritual journey. It's a warm, enlightening episode packed with insights on how forgiveness and healing can set us free, both spiritually and emotionally.So, join us for this engaging discussion in our Deep Dive Series, as we explore how to master life's adventures with wisdom, love, and understanding.About Our GuestDr. Mark A. Hicks is an author, speaker, ghostwriter, and relationships coach with expertise in mental health and family dynamics. Holding a Doctor of Ministry Degree, a Masters in Mental Health Counseling, a Masters of Divinity, and a Bachelors in Psychology, his educational background reflects his unwavering commitment to understanding the human psyche and guiding individuals toward healthy relationships and meaningful lives.Mark's goal is to spread a message of love that is practical, tangible, and a realistic life for everyone regardless of your relationship experience so far. In his book, Learning Love, he teaches the five components of love anyone can learn and practice to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships.

Get ready to embark on an inspiring journey as we introduce a brand-new series that will transform the way you see life's adventures! Welcome to The Deep Dive Series into Mastering Life's Adventures with Dr. Judith! In this thrilling series, we'll peel back the layers of life's most powerful experiences through insightful questions and enriching conversations. Dr. Judith will be inviting incredible guests to share their wisdom and illuminate topics that truly resonate with you, our wonderful listeners.Throughout the year, expect special guests who will bring fresh perspectives, profound insights, and practical tools to help you navigate life's adventures. Each episode is designed to leave you feeling inspired and empowered, as we dive deep into the realms of personal growth, emotional well-being, relationships, creativity and more.In today's episode, we're diving deep into one of the most complex yet profound aspects of life in how to navigate grief, relationships and your soul. Dr. Judith is joined by the remarkable Dr. Mark Hicks, who brings his expertise to unpack the intricacies of grief, relationships, and the soul's journey through loss. Together, we'll explore the emotional landscape of grief and uncover ways to navigate the challenges it brings.We'll explore:The difficulties of dealing with grief and how to avoid the trap of well-meaning but sometimes misleading advice.The false narratives we create or accept, and how to break free from them.Powerful spiritual practices that can help you heal and move forward with grace.A new perspective on grief, reframing the "hole in your heart" as a part of your growth on a spiritual path, and the empowerment you can find by choosing how you walk through different types of grief—especially when it comes to the people you love most.As C.S. Lewis famously said, “Grief is like a long valley, a winding valley where any bend may reveal a totally new landscape.” This episode will help you see that landscape through a more compassionate, insightful, and healing lens. Let's dive deep together!About Our GuestDr. Mark A. Hicks is an author, speaker, ghostwriter, and relationships coach with expertise in mental health and family dynamics. Holding a Doctor of Ministry Degree, a Masters in Mental Health Counseling, a Masters of Divinity, and a Bachelors in Psychology, his educational background reflects his unwavering commitment to understanding the human psyche and guiding individuals toward healthy relationships and meaningful lives.Mark's goal is to spread a message of love that is practical, tangible, and a realistic life for everyone regardless of your relationship experience so far. In his book, Learning Love, he teaches the five components of love anyone can learn and practice to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships.

Have you ever paused to ponder what lessons lie hidden within the experiences and situations you encounter? Join us for Part 2 of our enlightening series with Dr. Mark Hicks, where we explore the profound theme of "Lessons in Love." While these insights apply to all relationships, we'll focus on the unique dynamics of romantic connections, those intimate bonds where vulnerability often leads us to ask, "Why does this keep happening to me?"In this episode, we dive deep into the essence of love, unpacking its lessons and the vital components that shape our connections, including introspection. Dr. Hicks sheds light on the significance of perspective-taking and how understanding the intricacies of our brains can enhance our emotional journeys. Additionally, Dr. Judith discusses the neuroscience of communication, highlighting how our brains interact in relationships. She introduces the three plumes of love, wisdom, and power (strength) as essential lessons for the soul, complementing Dr. Hicks's exploration of love's components in our everyday lives. Together, we'll discover how to embrace the most beautiful aspects of love, nurturing our souls and fostering personal growth.Prepare to be inspired as Dr. Hicks shares the five essential components of love lessons, revealing the secret fuel that energizes our souls and guides us toward becoming our best selves. Whether you're navigating the complexities of romance or seeking to enrich all your relationships, this conversation promises to illuminate the path toward a deeper understanding of love's transformative power. Tune in and unlock the wisdom that can empower your heart and mind!About Our GuestDr. Mark A. Hicks is an author, speaker, ghostwriter, and relationships coach with expertise in mental health and family dynamics. Holding a Doctor of Ministry Degree, a Master in Mental Health Counseling, a Master of Divinity, and a Bachelor in Psychology, his educational background reflects his unwavering commitment to understanding the human psyche and guiding individuals toward healthy relationships and meaningful lives.Mark's goal is to spread a message of love that is practical, tangible, and realistic for everyone, regardless of their relationship experience so far. In his book Learning Love, he teaches the five components of love anyone can learn and practice to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships.

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the complexities of love and relationships with our special guest, Dr. Mark Hicks. While love can be simple, it often feels intricate and challenging due to our past and present experiences. Together, we explore the question: “What Makes Love So Difficult?”Dr. Hicks addresses the impact of toxic relationships and chronic issues that can lead to unresolved conflicts, ultimately causing some relationships to reach a breaking point. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, encouraging listeners to stop and consider their contributions to relationship dynamics rather than defaulting to defensiveness with statements like, “That's just the way I was raised.”Throughout the discussion, Dr. Hicks introduces two crucial stages of grief and acceptance that lay the groundwork for healthier, more productive relationships. He eloquently articulates that love is a feeling, a learned process, and a vital skill set—integral to cultivating deeper connections and enhancing our self-worth.Drawing an inspiring analogy, Dr. Hicks compares the soul to a diamond that may appear to be just a rock after rolling around in a cow pasture. This diamond can be polished with care and attention to reveal its true beauty. He reminds us that we are seen as precious by God, the Creator, the I AM Presence, and Christ—a powerful affirmation of our intrinsic worth.About Our GuestDr. Mark A. Hicks is an author, speaker, ghostwriter, and relationships coach with expertise in mental health and family dynamics. Holding a Doctor of Ministry Degree, a Master in Mental Health Counseling, a Master of Divinity, and a Bachelor in Psychology, his educational background reflects his unwavering commitment to understanding the human psyche and guiding individuals toward healthy relationships and meaningful lives.Mark's goal is to spread a message of love that is practical, tangible, and realistic for everyone, regardless of their relationship experience so far. In his book Learning Love, he teaches the five components of love anyone can learn and practice to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships.

Rev. Domanic A. Smith is a native of Baltimore, Maryland and the organizing pastor of The Ezekiel Church and Ministries in Dundalk, MD.Aside from his pastoral leadership role, Rev. Smith is the Coordinator of Community Pastoral Outreach for the LifeBridge Health System, Department of Population in Baltimore, and leads LifeBridge Health in all of its faith-based community relations and initiatives.Rev. Smith holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication Studies from Morgan State University (Baltimore, Maryland) and a Master of Divinity Degree from Duke University Divinity School (Durham, North Carolina). He also studied at Shaw University Divinity School, Raleigh, North Carolina. Rev. Smith is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry Degree with a focus on faith and health from Lancaster Theological Seminary, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.Rev. Smith was licensed to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ in 1999 and ordained into the Gospel ministry in 2003, through the combined efforts of St. Paul Baptist Church, Baltimore, Maryland and Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Apex, North Carolina. He has held position (s) and active involvement with the General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, Inc., New Hope Missionary Baptist Association, and the United Baptist Missionary Convention and Auxiliaries of the State of Maryland, Inc., where he now serves as the first elected Executive Secretary.He is a hands-on father to his son, Dillon-Seth Anthony Smith.

“What helps us heal is figuring out how to help other people. We've been through this crap, so how do we turn what's happened to us and use it as energy and fuel to help others.”Dr. Kit Evans-Ford (she/her) has experienced her fair share of trauma and hardship in her life, but through God's grace, has found ways to turn her pain into purpose. She believes that while no one is exempt from the suffering that is inevitable in this life, we can find healing and hope by figuring out how to use what has happened to us to help other people. Through her own experiences of sexual violence and the experience of raising autistic children, Dr. Kit Evans-Ford has developed social enterprises, Argrow's House and Autistic and Loved, to create positive change in her community and in the lives of others.About Dr. KitNational trainer, spiritual director, and professor, Dr. Kit Evans-Ford (she/her) is a woman who is passionate about nonviolence, God, and serving others.  She has been a trainer and activist for 14 years working relentlessly in the areas of nonviolence education and assisting people in healing from violence and abuse. Born in Mebane, North Carolina, education became a positive outlet for her.  Kit holds a BA in Communications Studies, a MA in Teaching: Special Education, MA in Social Justice and Community Development, MDiv degree and a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Spiritual Direction from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, IL.Dr. Kit is the founder of Argrow's House of Healing and Hope in Davenport, Iowa. Argrow's House is a safe space where free services are offered daily for women healing from violence and abuse in the greater Quad Cities area.  Argrow's House is also a successful social enterprise where women healing from violence and abuse create beautiful bath products that provide a living wage for themselves in a safe space that celebrates who they are. Dr. Kit also founded Autistic and Loved, which provides autism resources as well as chewable jewelry and special gifts affirming love for autistic children and families.Invested FaithInvested Faith is a non-profit fund supported by congregations and religious institutions who want to support the work of God beyond the church walls. With unrestricted grants, Invested Faith funds and resources faith-rooted entrepreneurs making positive change in their communities.  To learn more, go to InvestedFaith.orgConnect with us!Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional.Check out our website for various resources - including devotionals, journaling prompts, and even curriculumGet some Lady Preacher Podcast swag!Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

The Reverend Doctor Ayo Jordan, a native of Washington, DC, was raised and educated in Virginia. Her spiritual relationship began when she accepted the Lord as her Savior at an early age and was baptized at Hungary Road Baptist Church in Glen Allen, Virginia. Dr. Ayo received and acknowledged the consecrated opportunity to be used by God and was licensed to preach the Gospel in 2005. Dr. Ayo accredits her ministerial introductions to her initial sermon which was a eulogy for her uncle and politician at the South African Consulate in Chicago, Illinois. That moment was the trajectory of Ayo's call to congregational ministry and community leadership.Embracing but not negating her Pentecostal roots, Ayo joined the Baptist church for spiritual growth, formation and educational experience in 2008. It was at the historic Gravel Hill Baptist Church, where Dr. Ayo became the youngest and 2nd ordained female minister in its history. In 2016, Dr. Ayo became the Associate Pastor of Congregational Care. An advocate for women, youth and young adults, Dr. Ayo is a popular preacher with a powerful voice and agent of change for the Body of Christ.Educated in the Henrico County School system and committed to education, Dr. Ayo attended the University of Maryland Eastern Shore; where she was an honor student. She earned a Master of Divinity degree from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University; a Masters in Science Degree in Patient Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University and the Doctor of Ministry Degree at United Theological Seminary where her doctoral cohort and focus group was 21st Century Congregational Development & New Faith Communities. Dr. Ayo has served in a bi-vocational role along with her ministerial duties. She has a demonstrated history of working in multi-faceted roles in diverse populations of the community; including funeral homes, cemeteries, hospitals, churches, assisted living communities, hospice and crisis-stabilization facilities. Her love for the underserved, grieving and brokenhearted makes her no stranger to the Death-Care Industry with over 18 years' experience. Dr. Ayo is a Virginia Licensed Cemeterian, committed to providing excellent care to families while assisting with cemetery arrangements both Pre-Need and At-Need. Because of her rich skillset and professional relationships, Dr. Ayo is a sought-after consultant, working at several historic funeral homes and managing cemeteries in both the Richmond and Tidewater areas. Dr. Ayo is the CEO of Life Vault & Memorials, a company where she provides quality memorial options and services for both traditional and cremation. Further, she is a trained chaplain experienced in Patient Counseling and Pastoral Care. Currently, she is employed with an Organ Procurement Organization in their Transplant Services Division advocating for organ, tissue and eye donation; as well as a Spiritual Support Coordinator for Children of the Kings Daughters in Norfolk VA. Dr. Ayo is active in her community, receiving many honors and recognitions in her lifetime. Dr. Ayo is honored to be a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and a faithful sister in the Order of the Eastern Star. She is humbled by her spiritual gift of “humor” and the prophetic mandate for ministry that God has placed on her life which is a divine call and passion for the healing of the broken-spirited. She is passionate about her purpose, which is to laugh, love, lead and labor and is unashamed to use her life as a teaching lesson to encourage, educate and empower to those she encounters.

Are you. . . Living your most authentic, courageous life? Trapped by a lifetime of old habits and paths that constrict and smother your soul? Ready to boldly—or with great fear!—discover your own undiscovered country? It's time, then, to take a walk, a hike, a stravage across an ancient land and change your life, forever. On the show, I interview my dreamy friend, Dr. Royce Fitts, author of The Geography of the Soul. We talk about dreams and his "stravage" across the elegant English countryside following along the “oldest road in England and Europe”—a path formed in prehistory, by the Ice Age and before the English Channel existed, stretched across the European continent. Dr. Royce Fitts is passionate about working in the areas of spiritual, psychological, and emotional health.  He holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree and is Ordained and Certified as a Dream Work Minister and Facilitator. He, along with his two other Dream Work family members, Billie Ortiz and Vivianna Guzman, hosts the Healing Dreams Project Podcast. Healing Dreams Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Quoircast podcast episode is brought to you by The New Evangelical Podcast. Pushing the Evangelical Church forward and  re-thinking how it approaches key cultural issues.In this episode we chat with Sara Heacox SosaSara helps people feel more confident in their influence as followers of Jesus. She does this as an author, coach, Family Ministries Pastor, conference-wide Director of Children's Ministries for her denomination, and university professor. She has a Master of Christian Formation from North Park Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Church Leadership from Bethel Seminary. When not teaching or writing, you can find her walking her dog, laughing with her two adult children, and dreaming of owning an island off the coast of Scotland.You can follow Sara on:Facebook     Instagram     You can find all things Sara Heacox Sosa related on her websiteYou can purchase Disciple Interrupted on (it is also now available in audio) Amazon.comYou can connect with This Is Not Church on:Facebook     Instagram      Twitter     TikTok     YouTubeAlso check out our Linktree for all things This Is Not Church relatedPlease like and follow our Quoircast Partners:Heretic Happy Hour     Messy Spirituality     Apostates Anonymous    Second Cup with Keith     The Church Needs TherapyIdeas Digest     The New Evangelicals     Snarky Faith Podcast     Wild Olive     Deadly FaithJonathan Foster     Sacred Thoughts     Holy Heretics     Reframing Our StoriesEach episode of This Is Not Church Podcast is expertly engineered by our producer The Podcast Doctor Eric Howell. If you're thinking of starting a podcast you need to connect with Eric!

Listen to Rev. Dr. Connie Phillipson being interviewed by CBS Ambassador Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. Prior to Connie's call to ordained ministry within the Anglican Church, she worked in Ontario's criminal justice system for over 30 years. In this episode, Connie talks about her close relationship with God which started at a young age and how she came to realize that He was calling her to serve. She describes how we are all capable of falling from grace and deserving of redemption.---Learn more about the Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.ca Help people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donate Connect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesociety Whether you're well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world's best-selling book.  This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca. --- Rev. Dr. Connie Phillipson has served at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene (Toronto), St. Mark's Anglican Church (Orangeville), and as the Incumbent of St. George's Anglican Church (Utopia) and Christ Church-St. Jude's Anglican Church (Ivy). In January 2024, she assumed responsibility as Interim Priest-in-Charge of St. George's Anglican Church (Haliburton). Prior to her call to ordained ministry, Connie worked for 30+ years within the Ontario criminal justice system. At the outset of her career with the Ministry of Correctional Services, Connie provided social work services to inmates and supervised clients on probation and parole. She fulfilled her desire to superintend a large maximum-security male institution when she was appointed Superintendent of the Toronto (Don) Jail. In addition, she held senior management positions at the Toronto East and Toronto West Detention Centres, the Mimico Correctional Centre, Toronto City Hall Court Services, as well as various corporate positions in policy and program development. In 2000, Connie became the first Executive Director to the York Regional Police Services Board and when she retired in 2009, she continued her studies at Wycliffe College.Connie graduated from the University of Toronto with her Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, Master of Social Work, Master of Education, and Master of Divinity (Honours) degrees. In 2022, she received her Doctor of Ministry Degree in Preaching from Acadia Divinity College in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.Learn more about Connie Phillipson: haliburtonanglican.org/staff

We are called to cultivate listening communities in a society that does not listen well and that does not fear God. I believe we must speak confidently, faithfully, boldly, and courageously. If I stand up in my congregation and they don't trust that I believe what I'm saying, that I am who I say I am, that I am a Christian, then the appeals to emotion, the appeals even to the Word will probably fall on doubting ears and heart. I never take that trust for granted and I work to earn it every single day of my life.---Listen to Rev. Dr. Connie Phillipson being interviewed by CBS Ambassador Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. Prior to Connie's call to ordained ministry within the Anglican Church, she worked in Ontario's criminal justice system for over 30 years. In this episode, Connie talks about her close relationship with God which started at a young age and how she came to realize that He was calling her to serve. She describes how we are all capable of falling from grace and deserving of redemption.Rev. Dr. Connie Phillipson has served at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene (Toronto), St. Mark's Anglican Church (Orangeville), and as the Incumbent of St. George's Anglican Church (Utopia) and Christ Church-St. Jude's Anglican Church (Ivy). In January 2024, she assumed responsibility as Interim Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of Haliburton.Prior to her call to ordained ministry, Connie worked for 30+ years within the Ontario criminal justice system. At the outset of her career with the Ministry of Correctional Services, Connie provided social work services to inmates and supervised clients on probation and parole. She fulfilled her desire to superintend a large maximum-security male institution when she was appointed Superintendent of the Toronto (Don) Jail. In addition, she held senior management positions at the Toronto East and Toronto West Detention Centres, the Mimico Correctional Centre, Toronto City Hall Court Services, as well as various corporate positions in policy and program development. In 2000, Connie became the first Executive Director to the York Regional Police Services Board and when she retired in 2009, she continued her studies at Wycliffe College.Connie graduated from the University of Toronto with her Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, Master of Social Work, Master of Education, and Master of Divinity (Honours) degrees. In 2022, she received her Doctor of Ministry Degree in Preaching from Acadia Divinity College in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.Learn more about Connie Phillipson: https://www.haliburtonanglican.org/staff

Dr. Sabrina J. Ellis is a proven organizational development and leadership transformation change agent for corporations and not-for-profit organizations, as well as individuals who desire personal growth coaching.  Dr. Ellis has a niche in forming efficient teams with complementing team members and moving people from potential to promise to position.  Dr. Ellis, a John Maxwell certified coach, is a highly regarded organizational facilitator, keynote speaker, workshop leader, and author who focuses on helping each organization and/or participant reach goals.  After receiving the prestigious 2016 President Barack Obama's Lifetime Achievement Award, Dr. Ellis became the Chief Visionary Officer of Free to Thrive, which was developed to “challenge the leader within for positive transformations without”.  Free to Thrive focuses on guiding organizations through meaningful change for the greatest impact to employee satisfaction, improved leadership, better resource, and financial management, and heightened awareness for the best customer service.  As part of this initiative, she established Recherché Mentoring Program to influence the lives of adolescent females to reach their potential through philosophical approaches to mental, physical, and spiritual change.  Dr. Sabrina Ellis is a native of Ohio and a product of the Akron Public School System. As a graduate of Notre Dame College of Cleveland, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Dr. Ellis graduated in May of 2005 with a Master of Divinity degree from Ashland Theological Seminary, with an emphasis in Clinical Pastoral Counseling.  Dr. Ellis subsequently continued and earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Transformational Leadership in June of 2011.  Having served as an Executive Pastor and a Senior Pastor, inclusive of more than 20 years, Dr. Ellis has invaluable experience in management, facilitation, teaching, conflict resolution, team building, and interpersonal communication.  She has served as Chaplain for the Western Reserve Section of the National Council of Negro Women and the Cleveland Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction.  These experiences led her to form Living in Victory Ministries, Inc., to impart this knowledge to women to enhance their emotional development through spiritual awakening and recognizing their purpose through identity awareness.  Dr. Ellis is the author of three books:  And the Women Came First, The Advancement of Renewal in the African American Pentecostal Church, and Wife Life: Securing Your Future.  She is also the editor of a book of women's testimonies entitled And They Overcame.  She has served as the keynote speaker for several conferences and organizations, including The Black Women's Political Action Committee's 31st Annual Fundraiser in Cleveland, Ohio, and has served as host on Total Christian Television (TCT), a network with over 70 million viewers worldwide.     Dr. Sabrina Ellis has broadened her mission to affect those in need of relationship strengthening, finding purpose in identity formation, and encouraging burgeoning leaders.  She looks forward to helping organizations that struggle with a culture of lethargy and detached leadership as she provides internal processes for positive transformation. Sabrina's Website

A topic that comes up almost weekly in our Candid planning meetings is Biblical discipleship – the importance of being discipled in Christ by mature believers and the importance of discipling others as you mature in the faith. Today's conversation on growing in the Christian faith is with Thomas Tarrants – a guest we couldn't wait to have back on the podcast. He is an author and the President Emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute. Tom holds a Masters of Divinity Degree and a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. He is also the author of Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by Love: How a Violent Klansman Became a Champion of Racial Reconciliation - the topic of our last Candid conversation with Thomas. Thomas has so much Biblically informed, life-tested wisdom to share. Join Jonathan and Thomas to get back to some fundamental basics of the Christian faith. Together, we will be reminded of the importance of being part of the body of Christ who is prayerfully preparing to stand firm in Christ in the coming days.To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpod  

Born and raised in Midwest City, OK to Eddie and Wanda Gill. Rev. Dr. Eric Gill received a bachelor's degree in business management from the University of Central Oklahoma. He has obtained two master's degrees: a master's degree in the Science of Management from Southern Nazarene University, and Eric graduated, with honors, from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University with a Master of Divinity Degree where he was also certified in Church Administration. On May 13, 2017, Eric received his Doctor of Ministry Degree from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University, his research focused on: Deconstructing Eurocentric Pedagogies in Middle-Class Black Youth. Additionally, Dr. Eric Gill is certified in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Management from Cornell University. A lover of community and basketball, Dr Gill, is also the Assistant Boys Basketball Coach at the historic Booker T. Washington High School, in Tulsa, OK. Dr. Gill is a licensed and ordained Baptist Minister. In addition, Rev. Dr. Eric Gill has taught and lectured across the country. Dr. Eric J. Gill is a member of the Oklahoma City Council of Church's IMPACT Committee, a part of the Leadership Tulsa 64 cohort, the Faith Coalition for the Commutation of Julius Jones; and he is the proud Chaplain of the Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated Dr. Gill has been married to the beautiful, Kendra L. Gill. The two of them have an energetic five-year-old boy, Emyr Jason Gill. And on July 7, 2021, they were blessed with a beautiful baby girl, Emani Jade. Eric's goal is to serve & love God's people. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marquess-dennis/support

Dr. Rev. Ahmondra McClendon holds a Master of Social Work Degree from San Francisco State University and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from New York Theological Seminary. With thirty-five + years in human service delivery, she has a unique perspective on life.Although her life is in harmony now, it wasn't always. For years she existed within The Legacy of Silence, a generational pattern of behavior. Opening a window into a world where Black Women suffer in silence, she uncovers the strength, courage, and resiliency they exhibit while facing childhood trauma, domestic violence, drug addiction, and paralyzing grief. A passionate advocate for healing, she offers a pathway to freedom from the African Diaspora who wonder why they live with silenced voices and hurting hearts. She created The Original Queens Sacred Community to facilitate change and strengthen the bonds of sistahood. "This Community is our tribe and a safe space to speak truths, recognize triumphs, and share unconditional love as we heal generational pain and trauma." The Uncrowned Queen Reclaims Her Throne, When a Black Woman Breaks the Silence, is a must-read for Black Women of all ages seeking to better understand themselves and their ancestral heritage and those interested in learning more about their challenges. "Holding hands and standing on the shoulders of our ancestors, we can guide each other out of the dark world of secrets into the daylight of truth. Together we can reclaim our Thrones and break the Legacy of Silence" Dr. AhmondraFor more, visit: https://ucqueen.com/ Support the show Contact me at: postcardstotheuniverse@gmail.com Shout out and follow on IG - @postcardstotheuniverse https://linktr.ee/postcardstotheuniverse Thank you and keep listening for more great shows!

Dr. Rev. Ahmondra McClendon – The Uncrowned Queen Reclaims Her ThroneAir Date: Wednesday, 12 July 2023 at 4:00 PM ET/1:00 PM ETDr. Rev. Ahmondra McClendon holds a Master of Social Work Degree from San Francisco State University and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from New York Theological Seminary. With thirty-five + years in human service delivery, she has a unique perspective on life.Although her life is in harmony now, it wasn't always. For years she existed within The Legacy of Silence, a generational pattern of behavior. Opening a window into a world where Black Women suffer in silence, she uncovers the strength, courage, and resiliency they exhibit while facing childhood trauma, domestic violence, drug addiction, and paralyzing grief. A passionate advocate for healing, she offers a pathway to freedom from the African Diaspora who wonder why they live with silenced voices and hurting hearts.She created The Original Queens Sacred Community to facilitate change and strengthen the bonds of sistahood. “This Community is our tribe and a safe space to speak truths, recognize triumphs, and share unconditional love as we heal generational pain and trauma.”The Uncrowned Queen Reclaims Her Throne, When a Black Woman Breaks the Silence, is a must-read for Black Women of all ages seeking to better understand themselves and their ancestral heritage and those interested in learning more about their challenges.“Holding hands and standing on the shoulders of our ancestors, we can guide each other out of the dark world of secrets into the daylight of truth. Together we can reclaim our Thrones and break the Legacy of Silence” ~Dr. AhmondraFor more, visit: https://ucqueen.com/#DrRevAhmondraMcClendon #PostcardsToTheUniverse #MelisaCaprioVisit the Show Page at https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/postcards-to-the-universeConnect with Melisa Caprio at https://www.postcardstotheuniverse.com/Subscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Graduation season inspires many to go back to school and earn a degree or add on another one. If you are ministry, or aspire to be, it is important to think about certain factors before spending time, money, and energy in school. But let's face it: all degrees are not worth the investment and frankly some are not even credible.This episode we discuss a few considerations:Why Are You Thinking About a Degree?What Type of Degree Should You Pursue?What are the credentials for the school you attend?Look up if your school is accredited by clicking this link:https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Andrew Corbett has pastored Legana Christian Church in Northern Tasmania since 1995. He is the National President of ICI Theological College Australia (a Theological distance education provider). He holds degrees in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is a visiting scholar with the Los Angeles based Science-Faith Think Tank – Reasons To Believe, and serves as a faculty member of Global University's Graduate School of Theology (Springfield, Missouri). His radio program, Finding Truth Matters, is heard around Australia and by Podcast around the world. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Natalie Heslop is a student studying a Bachelor of Communications - Journalism at RMIT Uni. Natalie decided to further her education when employment became challenging during the Melbourne lockdowns. Natalie has now made it to the midpoint of her studies and is here today to have a conversation about the RMIT ABC Fact Check Election Promise Tracker.

Dr. R. L. White, Jr. is one who adheres to the voice of the Lord; and because of this, he is the successful Pastor and Founder of the Mount Ephraim Baptist Church. The word “Ephraim” means doubly fruitful and truly Mount Ephraim has been doubly blessed through the administration and leadership of Dr. White. He is an anointed, spirit-filled servant for the Lord who relentlessly works to spread God's word across the country and abroad.  Other academic achievements include: a Master of Divinity Degree from the Morehouse School of Religion at ITC in 1987, an Associate Degree at Atlanta Junior College and a Bachelor of Ministry Degree from Luther Rice Seminary. In addition, Dr. White is accredited with the following awards:

Joe Purcell (www.joepurcell.org) and his wife Mary, have served as resident missionaries in Asia for more than thirty years, preaching, teaching, pastoring, and planting Bible schools and churches. Before entering ministry, Joe earned a Juris Doctor degree from Gonzaga University School of Law and was involved in a private law practice for fourteen years. He then attended Rhema Bible Training Center and entered full-time, Christian ministry. While continuing in ministry, Joe earned two advanced degrees from Knox Theological Seminary: a Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies (2017) and a Doctor of Ministry Degree (2023). During these decades, Joe has trained ministers and Bible students in numerous countries including Russia, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, and Nepal. More recently, Joe has begun teaching indigenous pastors in Southeast Asia and India how to preach Christ from all Scripture.

For this month's Academy Podcast episode, in honor of March and the celebration of women's history, we have chosen to highlight the life of Saint Teresa of Avila through the scholarship and spiritual guidance of Sister Kathleen Flood. Sister Kathleen bears witness to the courageous life of St. Teresa, whose devotion to Christ led her to become a reformer of the Carmelite order, a resister against the Christian nationalism of 16th century Spain and the Spanish inquisitions, and a profound teacher on the life of prayer. An Illinois native, Kathleen R. Flood, OP, presently resides in Wisconsin. She became a member of the Sinsinawa Dominican Congregation (the Order of Preachers) in 1981, and served as a campus minister in Illinois and Wisconsin. She came to Nashville in 1988, serving for many years as University Catholic Chaplain at Vanderbilt University, as well as providing a ministry of spiritual direction, leading retreats, preaching, and teaching. Sr. Kathleen is a graduate of the Graduate Theological Foundation and holds the Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. She holds multiple degrees and currently serves as an adjunct faculty member for the Doctor of Ministry program at Drew University in New Jersey and is a long-time faculty for The Academy for Spiritual Formation.

Andrew Corbett has pastored Legana Christian Church in Northern Tasmania since 1995. He is the National President of ICI Theological College Australia (a Theological distance education provider). He holds degrees in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is a visiting scholar with the Los Angeles based Science-Faith Think Tank - Reasons To Believe. His radio program, Finding Truth Matters, is heard around Australia and by Podcast around the world. Listen in to his story, and about the recent outreach with Evangelist Will Graham in Tasmania! Support the show: http://historymakersradio.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At A Cross Road: Church Troubled: Consumerism & Simplicity by Venerable, Dr. Felix Udo AnyasorThere are some Ideological and structural vices of life, and when not given attention, may spread like cancer. Consumerism was known to be a societal and secular vice, in a sense, and also one of the engendering factors to corruption in the governmental and some business areas. But when consumerism finds its way into the church, where worshippers are supposedly spiritually edified, then the world itself is in trouble. "When the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?"(Psalm 11:3).Venerable, Dr. Felix Udo Anyasor provides an in-depth look into the church today, and the many terrible effects consumerism has on the individual members and church community as a whole. He provides guidance on how to overcome this proverbial tumor, to walk in love as Jesus; making sacrifices on the mortal plane to save souls now, and the afterlife.About the AuthorVenerable, Dr. Felix Udo Anyasor moved to the USA in 1982. He has always stayed in touch with his connection to Nigeria, specifically his tribe, the Igbo. He has been involved in community activities ranging from cultural to religious organizations. Dr. Anyasor and others saw the need for the Nigerians in Diaspora to identify with various important organizations, especially churches that serve the community. He is currently the rector at one of the churches, Christ Angical Church in Houston, Texas.Dr. Anyasor is married with four children and some of them are integral part of his ministry. He enjoys singing, preaching, exercising, and swimming. He has special interests in writing, travel, and education. Before becoming a pastor, he worked as a registered respiratory practitioner. He received his Doctor of Ministry Degree in 2019 from Houston Graduate School of Theology.https://www.amazon.com/At-Cross-Road-Consumerism-Simplicity/dp/1638671109/ref=sr_1_1?crid=R421GGRDK9YG&keywords=Dr+Venerable+Felix+Udo+Anyasor&qid=1667579135&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjY2IiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&s=digital-text&sprefix=%2Cdigital-text%2C303&sr=1-1https://www.ceac-anglican.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/111722kppa.mp3   

Dr. R. L. White, Jr. is one who adheres to the voice of the Lord; and because of this, he is the successful Pastor and Founder of the Mount Ephraim Baptist Church. The word “Ephraim” means doubly fruitful and truly Mount Ephraim has been doubly blessed through the administration and leadership of Dr. White. He is an anointed, spirit-filled servant for the Lord who relentlessly works to spread God's word across the country and abroad. Other academic achievements include: a Master of Divinity Degree from the Morehouse School of Religion at ITC in 1987, an Associate Degree at Atlanta Junior College and a Bachelor of Ministry Degree from Luther Rice Seminary. In addition, Dr. White is accredited with the following awards:  Most recently (2015), Dr. White was recognized for his contributions to ministry as a recipient of the Global Transformers Award with Former President Jimmy Carter, Ambassador Andrew Young, Congressman John Lewis, and Bishop Desmond Tutu. The Interdenominational Theological Center (2016) also honored Dr. White for 27 years of service to the Board of Trustees. But Jesus looked at them and said to them, “With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” – Matthew 19:26 (NKJV)

Dr. Sabrina J. Ellis talks with me about her book Wife Life: Securing Your Future. This is episode 501 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. After receiving the prestigious 2016 President Barack Obama's Lifetime Achievement Award, Dr. Sabrina J. Ellis became the Chief Visionary Officer of Free to Thrive, which was developed to “challenge the leader within for positive transformations without.”   Free to Thrive focuses on guiding organizations through meaningful change for the greatest impact to employee satisfaction, improved leadership, better resource, and financial management, and heightened awareness for the best customer service.  As part of this initiative, she established the Recherché Mentoring Program to influence the lives of adolescent females to reach their potential through philosophical approaches to mental, physical, and spiritual change.  Dr. Ellis, the author of three books, is a proven organizational development and leadership transformation change agent for corporations and not-for-profit organizations, as well as individuals who desire personal growth coaching.  Dr. Ellis, a John Maxwell certified coach, is highly regarded.  She has served as an Executive Pastor and a Senior Pastor for more than 20 years. Dr. Ellis has  served as Chaplain for the Western Reserve Section of the National Council of Negro Women and the Cleveland Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction.  These experiences led her to form Living in Victory Ministries, Inc., to impart this knowledge to women to enhance their emotional development through spiritual awakening. She authored the following books: And the Women Came First, The Advancement of Renewal in the African American Pentecostal Church, and Wife Life: Securing Your Future.  She is also the editor of a book of women's testimonies entitled And They Overcame.   A native of Ohio, she is a graduate of Notre Dame College of Cleveland, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. She also earned a Master of Divinity degree from Ashland Theological Seminary, with an emphasis in Clinical Pastoral Counseling.  Dr. Ellis  earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Transformational Leadership.  She has served as the keynote speaker for several conferences and organizations, including The Black Women's Political Action Committee's 31st Annual Fundraiser in Cleveland, and has served as host on Total Christian Television (TCT), a network with over 70 million viewers.      She resides in Dallas, Texas.  Great conversation. So much to learn... But wait... By the way, the new intro and outro music was written and performed by Brian K. Buffington. Connect with Brian at briankbuffington@gmail.com or go to his website at  https://briankbuffington.com/ He is an awesome musician, comedic power, teacher, trainer, technology guru, and overall creator of all that is cool. Thanks, Brian! Oh, yeah... Could you do me a favor? Please go to my website at https://www.stevenmiletto.com/reviews/ or open the podcast app that you are listening to me on and would you rate and review the podcast? That would be Awesome. Thanks! Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? That would so awesome! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for listening! Connect & Learn More: https://www.sabrinajellis.com/ https://www.sabrinajellis.com/product-page/wife-life-securing-your-future Length - 52:15

Andrew Corbett has pastored Legana Christian Church in Northern Tasmania since 1995. He is the National President of ICI Theological College Australia (a Theological distance education provider). He holds degrees in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is a visiting scholar with the Los Angeles based Science-Faith Think Tank ? Reasons To Believe. His radio program, Finding Truth Matters, is heard around Australia and by Podcast around the world. Listen in to his story, and about the recent outreach with Evangelist Will Graham in Tasmania! Support the show: http://historymakersradio.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Corbett has pastored Legana Christian Church Australia in Northern Tasmania since 1995. He is the National President of ICI Theological College (a Theological distance education provider). He holds degrees in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is a visiting scholar with the Los Angeles based Science-Faith Think Tank - Reasons To Believe. His radio program, Finding Truth Matters, is heard around Australia and by Podcast around the world. Listen in to his story, and about the recent outreach with Evangelist Will Graham in Tasmania!

My guest on the show today, Dr. Christopher Yuan, is a man I first heard about from my spiritual father a couple of years ago, who shared a video of Dr. Yuan giving a testimony of his remarkable redemption story with his Mom. It was truly incredible. But today, we're not going to spend as much time talking about Dr. Yuan's testimony, but more importantly, we're going to talk to him about his latest book, Holy Sexuality and the Gospel, and learn how we (as men) can understand same sex attraction better, and as fathers, how to  biblically love and minister to those (maybe our own children) who have same sex attraction. Dr. Christopher Yuan is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, and he holds a Doctorate of Ministry Degree and a Masters Degree in biblical exegesis. And Dr. Yuan has taught as a professor at Moody Bible Institute; and he also co-authored his first book with his mother: entitled, Out of a Far Country: A Gay Son's Journey to God, a Broken Mother's Search for Hope – which has sold over 100,000 copies and is now in eight languages. To find out more about Dr. Yuan, you can visit him at https://christopheryuan.com. Or you can follow him on Twitter/Instagram @christopheryuan, fb.com/christopheryuan, and youtube.com/christopheryuan | or email him at cy@christopheryuan.com --------------------   If you want to help us transform the lives of even MORE MEN for God's glory, please take a minute to leave us a helpful REVIEW on iTunes: http://www.rmcpodcast.com and SHARE this podcast with any young man (or men) you're mentoring or discipling. And make sure you don't miss an interview episode by signing up for our Man-to-Man eNewsletter at http://www.RealMenConnect.com, and grab your FREE copy of the Real Men Victory Tracker.  Are you stuck? Want to go to the next level in your marriage, career, business, or ministry?  Then maybe it's time you got a coach. ALL CHAMPIONS have one. Let me coach you to help you strengthen your faith, improve your marriage, spiritually lead your family, achieve more, balance your time, grow your ministry, or even stop an addiction. Click here for details: http://www.RMCfree.com   Also join us on: Join the Real Men 300: http://www.RealMen300.com Facebook Group: http://www.realmenuniversity.com/ YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com Facebook: @realdrjoemartin Instagram: @realdrjoemartin Twitter: @professormartin

Why do some people become catholic priests? William Watson, known as Father Bill, joins Paul Cardall on the 41st episode of All Heart with Paul Cardall to discuss Fr. Bill's life altering decision and journey to become a Catholic Priest. They discuss a priest's vow of celibacy, the state of abstaining from marriage and sexual relations and how Fr. Bill parallels that discipline to the vow of a monogamous marriage. What is Fr. Bill's advice for couples struggling with fidelity and other issues? How do people heal from trauma? Fr. Bill explains the Trinity, or nature of the Godhead. Do Catholics worship Mary? What about mysticism in Catholicism? Fr. Bill shares how the Sacred Story institute is helping people of all ages become engaged disciples of Jesus Christ.  Fr. Bill holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree in 2009 from the Catholic University of America (Washington, D.C.). He also holds Masters Degrees in Divinity and Pastoral Studies, respectively (1986; Weston Jesuit School of Theology, Cambridge Massachusetts).ABOUT FATHER WILLIAM WATSONFr. William Watson, S.J., D.Min., entered the Jesuits in 1973. He has spent over 40 years developing Ignatian programs and retreats–all leading up to the founding of Sacred Story Institute (SSI) in the spring of 2011. Sacred Story Institute brings Ignatian Spirituality to Catholics and Christians of all ages and walks of life. Sacred Story Institute is promoting third-millennium evangelization by using the time-tested Examination of Conscience of St. Ignatius. He is an expert in Ignatian Spirituality and the Examination of Conscience. In 2020, SSI started a national beta-test for a new project to form intentional disciples called Sacred Story Community. Sacred Story Community will become one of the cornerstone projects of SSI and our contribution to the renewal of the Church in the Third Millenium. Fr. Watson has appeared on numerous programs with EWTN, Catholic Radio, and numerous articles about his programs have appeared In Catholic newspapers and magazines in recent years. Fr. Watson also serves as the Vice President for Advancement for Rome's Pontifical Oriental Institute. Archbishop Paul Etienne, DD, SLT, is the Ecclesiastical Advisor to the Sacred Story Institute. Fr. Watson has previously served as: Director of Retreat Programs at Georgetown University; Vice President for Mission at Gonzaga University; and Provincial Assistant for International Ministries for the Oregon Province of the Society of Jesuits. He received his Doctor of Ministry Degree in 2009 from the Catholic University of America (Washington, D.C.). He also holds Masters Degrees in Divinity and Pastoral Studies, respectively (1986; Weston Jesuit School of Theology, Cambridge Massachusetts).Learn more: https://www.sacredstory.net/ All Heart with Paul Cardall is sponsored by The Broken Miracle. For more information on Paul Cardall, please visit https://paulcardall.com/ or find him on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Website - www.paulcardall.com/podcastFacebook - @paulcardallmusicIG - @paulcardallIG - @allheartwithpaulcardallTwitter - @paulcardallYoutube - @cardall 

 Dr. David A. Renwick and Bishop Claude Alexander shared how they have joined together in the DMV as catalysts for leading change and healing regarding racial tensions and injustice - within the Church and ultimately leading to transformation in our communities.Join us as repairers of the breach on April 28th for the "Repairing The Breach: Embracing Our Unity in Christ" event where we will interact and pray together considering the principles and process for moving the Church and our communities into unity, reconciliation and justice. Click Here for more information.Dr. David A. Renwick currently serves as Sr. Pastor at National Presbyterian Church in DC, a church with rich heritage dating back to 1795. He has been an ordained Presbyterian Minister for 44 years, serving diverse congregations in Labrador, Canada, San Antonio, Texas, Lexington, KY, and Spartanburg, South Carolina. Dr. Renwick is a graduate of St. Andrew's University in Scotland, where he studied Applied Mathematics. He received his M.Div. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and his Ph.D. from Union Theological Seminary in Virginia. David is the author of “Paul, the Temple and the Presence of God” published by Scholar's Press. David's wife Currie is a Media Specialist in the DC Public Schools. They have three adult children and five grandchildren.​Bishop Claude Alexander currently serves as the senior pastor of The Park Church in Charlotte, North Carolina where he has served for over thirty years. He is one of the most respected voices around the globe on the subject of race. He is a past president of the Hampton University Ministers Conference and serves on the boards of various respected organizations including Christianity Today, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and Wycliffe Bible Translators. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Morehouse College, a Master of Divinity Degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He and his wife Kimberly have two daughters, Camryn and Carsyn. Bishop Alexander is the author of the book “REQUIRED” we are discussing today.

Dr. Sheryl White is now the Executive Director for Sarver Corporation Foundation. For six years she served as the Development Coordinator and grant writer for Youth Core Ministries (YCM) in South Central Kansas. She served YCM at the Barron Theater in Pratt, KS. Prior to this position White served as the Director of Lay Ministries at the First United Methodist Church in Pratt, Kansas for nine and a half years.Sheryl has ministered to children and youth in a professional ministry position for 22 years, served college students for 8 years, and volunteered with youth and children for an additional 10 years. Sheryl received her Doctorate of Ministry Degree in 2004 from Houston Graduate School of Theology. Sheryl wrote Underground Angel, a historical fiction work from her doctoral dissertation, The Haviland Heritage Foundation: Extending the Life of Laura S. Haviland in 21st Century Haviland and Beyond. The Haviland Heritage Foundation is a non-profit organization she created as a part of her dissertation. Underground Angel is the true-life story of Laura Haviland framed in historical fiction and published in November 2013.Sheryl currently lives and serves the community of Haviland, Kansas, named for Mrs. Haviland and has done so for fourteen years.  She has served as an instructor at Barclay College and Minister of Education at the Haviland Friends Church. She is also a graduate from Anderson University School of Theology, Anderson, Indiana earning two degrees, a Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Theology and Ethics. Sheryl earned a bachelor's degree from Mid-America Christian University in music with an emphasis in piano performance. Her passion for the poor led her to serve the Agape Clinic for the uninsured and the Hope Center as a founding board member in Pratt, KS. 

How can leaders use the power they have on behalf of others and share their power with others in order to create a more just and more equitable community? We are joined by Dr. D. Z. Cofield and Deborah Pulis for this conversation. In this series, we are exploring the inherent connection between leadership and power. We hope to help leaders better understand the dynamics of power in their organizations and in themselves and develop some principles and practices that help them use their own power wisely.  Conversation overview Dr. D.Z. Cofield, Pastor of Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church  Deborah Pulis, Executive Director of Body Oak Cliff  Sometimes, our intentions may not be as good as we think they are Learning to recognize your power “True power is given to you, it's not taken from them.” – Dr. D.Z. Cofield “Live boldly and clean up your messes as you go along.” – Deborah Pulis Being stingy with power “I wonder what would happen if everyone in this country that had a spare bedroom used it to house someone” – Deborah Pulis Learning to be sensitive to how I apply power in different contexts The story of  The Well   Using power FOR vs. WITH others Stories about sharing power Entrusting others with power prematurely  The role of mentoring in sharing power “Trust that something bigger can come out of divergent voices.” – Deborah Pulis About our guests:  Dr. D.Z. Cofield is Senior Pastor of Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church  in Houston's Third Ward. He has a Master's Degree in Theology at the Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry Degree at Faith Evangelical Seminary in Tacoma, Washington. You can read his full bio here .  Deborah Pulis is the Executive Director of Body Oak Cliff  where they work to see the Body of Christ united and working together. She and her husband Joel live in community with a very diverse group of people and have been key leaders at The Well in Dallas, a community for adults who struggle with severe and chronic mental illness. Links:  Faithwalking  The Well   Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church  Body Oak Cliff 

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Greg Miller and review his findings from research his team conducted on men who use pornography.  We also discuss his organization, Faithful and True, and how they have helpful programs for men and their spouses. Learn more about Faithful and True here: https://faithfulandtrue.com/Greg Miller, with his wife Beth, started Thrive Resources in 2011 working with individuals and couples who are struggling with various forms of coping and addiction and are wanting spiritual guidance.  Greg has served as the Director of the Men's Journey Workshops with Faithful and True in Eden Prairie, MN since 2009.Greg received his Master of Divinity Degree from Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY and his Doctor of Ministry Degree from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.Greg has served on a church staff in North Carolina and Illinois.  Greg and Beth have been married for 30 years and currently live in Chicago, IL.  They have 2 sons – Jacob and Caleb.  Beth and Greg also have Lucy, a rescue dog.

I recently graduated from Acadia Divinity College with a Doctor of Ministry degree. In this episode, I take some time to reflect on that experience. Please visit me at my website.

Welcome to episode thirty-nine of New Creation Conversations. In today's conversation I am joined by a good friend and a wonderful thinker and minister, Dr. Corey MacPherson. Corey has served, for the last seven years, as the Associate University Chaplain and the Protestant Campus Minister at Colgate University. Prior to that Corey served for eight years as Vice President for Spiritual Development and Church Relations at Eastern Nazarene College. Corey, and his wife Edie, have also been church planters, founding the Northshore Church in Stony Brook, NY. Corey has written numerous devotionals as well as articles on preaching and has been a regular contributor to the Huffington Post. Corey earned a Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University, a Master of Divinity Degree from Nazarene Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. Corey and I got to know each other through his ministry at ENC and serving on a lengthy committee assignment together for the denomination. In that time, I grew not only to have great respect for Corey's gifted mind, but also grew to value his wise and discerning heart. I have a great deal of respect for Corey's ministry – especially to college students. And I think he has a lot to teach us about how to minister in a culturally diverse and religiously pluralistic context.

Join Jonathan for part two of a real life story that has kept us on the edge of our seats. Today Jonathan finishes his two-part conversation with Thomas Tarrants, a former white-supremacist and Klansman, once infamously called the "most dangerous man in Mississippi".  If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to the first part of this conversation with Thomas. Then, join us to uncover the power of prayer in Thomas' conversion, his path to racial reconciliation, and his heart for discipleship.  Thomas A. Tarrants is President Emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute. After serving twelve years as president and nine years as vice President, he retired from his position as Vice President for Ministry and Director, Washington Area Fellows Program, with CSLI in June 2019.  Tom holds a Master of Divinity Degree, as well as a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. He is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Church Alliance and a member of the Evangelical Theological Society.Get Your Copy of Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by LoveAfter you listen to this episode, you may have your own questions. We would love to hear from you! To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidAlso, join the conversation on our social media pages:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpod

A former white-supremacist and Klansman, once infamously called the "most dangerous man in Mississippi," sits with Jonathan and retells his incredible journey from a life of violence and hate to a life of radical love fueled by the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ.  In high-school, Thomas was enticed by extremist ideology and became involved in the White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan. He was shot and wounded several times and arrested by police after an attempted bombing of the home of a Jewish leader. Thomas was sentenced to thirty years in the Mississippi State Penitentiary. He then escaped prison but was captured by the F.B.I. He was returned to prison where he would spend the next three years in a small, solitary cell.  During this time, Thomas began to search for truth. He started with the great philosophers and was then led to the Bible where he truly encountered Jesus Christ for the very first time.  This dramatic interview will have you in awe and on the edge of your seat as Thomas tells of his radical transformation that smacks of a live action movie. His complete change is evidence that the Gospel of Christ can transform even the hardest heart and mind.Thomas A. Tarrants is President Emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute. After serving twelve years as president and nine years as vice President, he retired from his position as Vice President for Ministry and Director, Washington Area Fellows Program, with CSLI in June 2019.  Tom holds a Master of Divinity Degree, as well as a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. He is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Church Alliance and a member of the Evangelical Theological Society.Get Your Copy of Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by LoveAfter you listen to this episode, you may have your own questions. We would love to hear from you! To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidAlso, join the conversation on our social media pages:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpod

Pastor Nate Stewart is a native of Macon, Georgia. Immediately after high school, Pastor Nate attended college on a football scholarship. His dream was to play for the NFL, but those plans were halted after he suffered a major knee injury during his freshman year. At this time, Pastor Nate began to really pray and seek God about his life and his future. In 1997 Pastor Nate accepted his call to full-time ministry, and the journey began at The Florida School of Preaching. He moved on to Christian Bible College, where he received his Bachelor of Theology Degree and Master of Ministry Degree in Christian Counseling. He served in Little Rock, Ark, Cleveland, Ohio, Atlanta, GA, and Macon, GA, where I paths crossed as he served as Executive Pastor at The House of Hope Atlanta and The House of Hope Macon, under the direction of his spiritual father and mentor, Dr. E. Dewey Smith, Jr. In 2017, Pastor Nate received an unexpected call from the Lord to serve as the Senior Pastor of Greater Life Church. After much hesitation and prayer, he accepted the offer and moved his family to San Diego, California, to serve as the 3rd Pastor in the church's 45-year history.

Dr. Ramón Osorio was born in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. He holds three Bachelor Degrees on Management, International Business and Economics. He has worked as Marketing Manager, Sales Manager, Project Director and General Manager in several companies. He served as High School Teacher and University Adjunct Professor in Honduras and the USA. He is an ordain minister in Honduras and in the USA. He holds a Master's in Theology and a Doctorate in Ministry. He holds a Doctor in Ministry Degree on Church Planting at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He helped start a church in Honduras and planted three churches in Louisville, Kentucky.Since June 2013 serves at the North American Mission Board (NAMB), first as the National Church Mobilizer and more recently as the Director of Ethnic Church Planting. He is the author of five Electronic books on Marriage, Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pastoral Ministry, and Authentic Christianity. He is married to Rosana Osorio and has three daughters, Ashli, Rosana Alejandra, and Valeria. Reach him at help@namb.net 

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr.  West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree.  He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. 

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr.  West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree.  He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. 

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr.  West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree.  He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. 

E112 - He wasn't supposed to live past 1985, yet here we are sitting down with Reverend Steve Pieters! Hear the incredible life story of this inspiring pastor and long-term survivor of AIDS. His interview with televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker in 1985 turned the Christian and LGBTQ communities both upside down, a storyline featured in the upcoming film "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," starring Jessica Chastain and Andrew Garfield, coming out September 2021. Steve discusses his background growing up gay in the 1950's, his journey into religious studies and leadership, the reality of his sickness in the early 80's, and his miraculous story of recovery. He explains his near death experience in detail, and tells how this new knowledge influenced how he helped others with AIDS. Hear about his relationship to Albert Einstein, his discovery and career with the Metropolitan Community Church, and his current love with the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles. He even sings an original show tune "Medical Anomaly!" We hope you enjoy this amazing tale of recovery and hope. INFO: You can find Rev. Steve Pieters on Instagram and Twitter @aspieters, and on Facebook MEDIA: You'll find Steve's story in the following in The Los Angeles Sunday Times, Time Magazine, Omni Magazine, Life Magazine, CNN, Headline News, Tammy's House Party with Tammy Faye Bakker, CBS This Morning, The Tom Snyder Show, America Talks Back, Real Life with Jane Pauley, many local tv and digital sources, the 2000 documentary and 2021 drama films "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," and in the play AIDS US/II. His story is in books Surviving AIDS by Michael Callen, Voices That Care by Neal Hitchens, and Don't Be Afraid Anymore by Rev. Troy D. Perry. He has written a series of articles for Journey magazine about his experiences with AIDS, which have been collected with other writings of his in the book, I'm Still Dancing. APPEARANCES: His appearances include as a speaker at the first annual AIDS benefit dinner with Elizabeth Taylor and First Lady Betty Ford, as a presenter of Buddy of the Year Award to Whoopi Goldberg at the third APLA benefit, and as a guest at the first AIDS Prayer Breakfast at the White House, with his conversation referenced by President Bill Clinton in the World AIDS Day speech on December 1, 1993. You will currently find Steve singing with the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles and giving sermons at MCC. AWARDS: Rev. Pieters has received many many awards for his ministry in the AIDS crisis from many churches and religious groups. He received an Honorary Doctor of Ministry Degree from Samaritan College the seminary of the MCC, the prestigious Sheldon Andelson Award from the Stonewall Democratic Club, and the Sandra L. Robinson Award from Community Unity in Dayton, Ohio. In October, 2019, examples of his work in AIDS Ministry and of his life as a person with HIV/AIDS were placed in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.  See his full bio on https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7044504 Video podcast version on http://bit.ly/youtubeMW Thank you so much for watching and listening! Song Credits: Mouse and Weens theme by Julianne Eggold Voice Actor: Matt Thompson Please follow and contact us via Instagram | Twitter | Facebook @mouseandweens We’d love to hear from you about the show or just to talk at (858) 206-8746 or mouseandweens@gmail.com. A transcript of this episode is on http://www.mouseandweens.com Promos: PodFix Presents, part of https://PodFixNetwork.com Sponsor: Dream Dinners! Get your life back at dinner time. Quickly make homemade meals and have more quality time for you and your family! Please try this out. Dream Dinners is nationwide. It really has taken the stress out of dinner time! If within 25 miles of the Poway or San Marcos locations, choose pickup or delivery and MOUSEANDWEENS99 for $99 off your first order! Visit link on http://www.mouseandweens.com Thank you to our patrons for joining our family!

Welcome to Doing it Different. A limited podcast partnership with Porshanality Media and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. This podcast explores the cutting-edge Doctor of Ministry Degree and its various programs. Together we will explore conversations with faculty, staff, and students alike. Cheers to Doing It Different. Credits: Producers: Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC. Dr. Denise Thorpe of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Editing provided by Porshanality Media, LLC Music: "Flashback" by Damon Greene

Welcome to Doing it Different. A limited podcast partnership with Porshanality Media and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. This podcast explores the cutting-edge Doctor of Ministry Degree and its various programs. Together we will explore conversations with faculty, staff, and students alike. Cheers to Doing It Different. Credits: Producers: Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC. Dr. Denise Thorpe of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Editing provided by Porshanality Media, LLC Music: "Flashback" by Damon Greene

Welcome to Doing it Different. A limited podcast partnership with Porshanality Media and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. This podcast explores the cutting-edge Doctor of Ministry Degree and its various programs. Together we will explore conversations with faculty, staff, and students alike. Cheers to Doing It Different. Credits: Producers: Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC. Dr. Denise Thorpe of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Editing provided by Porshanality Media, LLC Music: "Flashback" by Damon Greene

Hope is recognizing that sometimes there is more beyond what we can see. Join us as we discover how to find hope during hopeless moments. Yass, Jesus! is hosted by Danny Franzese and Azariah Southworth. Our producer is Ross Murray. Sound, music, and post production by Chris Heckman. Special thanks to Sophie Serrano, Meredith Paulley, and Sam Isfan. Yass, Jesus! is brought to you by Audity. Audity execs are Ryann Lauckner, Steve Michaels, and Jessica Bustillos. Get to know us better: Daniel Franzese https://whatsupdanny.com/ Twitter Instagram Facebook Azariah Southworth https://azariahspeaks.com/ Instagram Facebook Ross Murray The Naming Project GLAAD Twitter The Rev. A. Stephen Pieters, M.Div., M.A., D.Min. (Hon.) The Rev. Dr. A. Stephen Pieters received a Bachelor of Science in Speech at Northwestern University in 1974, a Master of Divinity Degree from McCormick Theological Seminary in 1979, an honorary Doctor of Ministry Degree from Samaritan College in 1989, and a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University in 2003. Rev. Pieters is one of the longest-surviving people with AIDS in the world, having first been diagnosed with GRID (what they were then calling AIDS) in April, 1982. He was told he had 8 months to live in April, 1984 when diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma, Kaposi’s sarcoma and AIDS (again). His two cancers went into remission in 1985 while he was taking the first antiviral tried against HIV, a chemotherapy called suramin. By 1987, he recovered completely from the toxic side effects that ended the trial. That year, he was appointed Field Director of AIDS Ministry for the MCC denomination, and traveled to churches all over the world, where he shared his testimony of hope in the face of all the hopelessness of that time. Rev. Pieters has served on the boards of directors of local and national AIDS organizations and non-profits. He has been interviewed many times on television, including by Tammy Faye Bakker, and Jane Pauley, as well as in print media all over the world, and has received many awards for his AIDS ministry. Reverend Pieters is currently retired, and serves as Staff Clergy at Founders Metropolitan Community Church. He has been singing with the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles since 1994.Yass, Jesus! thanks our incredible sponsors: Imperfect Foods Imperfect, delicious produce delivered to your doorstep for up to 30% less than the grocery store. Use the coupon code YASSJESUS for $10 off your first box! Cann Social Tonic The future of social drinking is here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yassjesus/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yassjesus/support

Rev. Dr. Tina Pitamber is the Senior Pastor of Solid Rock Community Church of the Nazarene. She feels called to encourage all people to have a deep and passionate relationship with Jesus Christ. Pastor Tina studied at the University of Toronto and obtained her Bachelors of Science Degree. She continued her studies further at Tyndale University College and Seminary and received her Masters of Divinity in Pastoral Studies in May 2007. She currently has completed her Doctor of Ministry Degree at Tyndale University College and Seminary. She graduated in November 2015. Since her graduation from her Masters of Divinity in 2007, she was given the opportunity to start Solid Rock Community Church in the Richmond Hill community on September 21, 2008 by the financial, prayer, and people support of the Rosewood Church of the Nazarene. Rosewood Church of the Nazarene is the mother church of Solid Rock Community Church of the Nazarene. She recently authored "God is that You?" and in this episode Ezra shares a story of a time God used Tina to speak directly into his life. Miraculous? Perhaps. But we will leave that for you to decide. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support

Is Mass Evangelism Effective? Recently I finished earning my Doctorate of Ministry Degree at Oral Roberts University and the focus of my research was mass evangelism. I looked at historical, theological, and academic research into mass evangelism and my research project involved collecting information about an evangelism crusade that we did in Caicó, Brazil. So what did the research show about the effectiveness of doing mass evangelism?  

"We have to be generous with a little, and when the opportunity presents itself, to be generous with a lot." Listen as Cayla's guest Mark Batterson prays for us today and discusses how to take calculated risks, how to write a best-selling book and the seven daily habits that will completely help you win the day, plus much more on this episode of the https://www.mommymillionaire.co/podcasts (Mommy Millionaire Podcast). Mark is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington D.C., one church with multiple locations. NCC owns and operates Ebenezer's Coffee House, the Miracle Theatre, and the D.C. Dream Center. NCC is currently developing a city block into the Capital Turnaround; the 100 thousand square foot space will include event venues, child development, a mixed-use marketplace, and a co-working space. Mark holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Regent University and is the New York Times Bestselling Author of twenty books, including The Circle Maker, In A Pit With a Lion On A Snowy Day, Wild Goose Chase, and many more. Listen as Mark his background and how he became a Pastor. Mark discusses being called to write, the theory of compensation, and the seven daily habits that will help you win the day. He talks about parenting so that our kids can see that faith is critical, the difference between creating social media and consuming social media, and why we shouldn't just listen to the news, we should pray the news. Mark shares that the root of all evil isn't money, the love of money is the root of all evil. He talks about what changed his life goals, what he believes is the only safeguard against greed, and what he looks for when hiring a strong team of people. Mark also speaks about what calculated risks look like for him, and he finishes up with some advice for anyone trying to build a family or a business. Cayla wants to introduce you to their new program called Conscious Love. Do you want a connected marriage, do you want to feel loved, do you want to be seen? Come on this journey with us to create a conscious love for yourself so that you can be the queen in your relationship, and then your king shows up. For a limited time, we are offering this amazing twelve-week coaching program with Stefanos Sifandos and Cayla. It's a live coaching program with six live calls, and we know it will be transformational for you. So if you are interested, head over to http://www.mommymillioniare.co (www.mommymillioniare.co), and it will be the first box that pops up. See you there! In This Episode: [04:21] Welcome to the show, Mark! [05:07] Mark shares his background and how he became Pastor Mark Batterson. [06:21] "There's a moment when you have to decide whether you are going to live by logic or by faith." [08:39] Mark believes you should stay humble when you pray, but God honors bold prayers. [09:46] Mark shares who he dedicated his most recent book to and why. [11:07] Mark discusses being called to write, but an aptitude test said he should stay away from it. [12:15] God wants to use your strong hand and your weak hand, and when those two things complement each other, God can do some amazing things through us. [12:56] Mark speaks about the theory of compensation. [15:37] Did you get an agent, self-publish, or what did that look like for you? [16:56] Mark shares the first two of the seven daily habits that will help you win the day. [17:33] Eating the frog is the third habit. [17:58] Fly the kite. [18:08] Mark shares the last three habits. [21:44] Mark believes that parenting in a way that our kids can see faith is critical. [22:44] "There is a difference between creating social media and consuming social media." [23:19] "Don't just watch the news, pray the news." [25:35] Mark shares we need to be generous with a little, and then the opportunity comes to be generous with a lot. [26:47] Money is not the root of all evil; the love of money is the root of all evil. [27:57] Mark speaks about some things...

Dr. Orlando McCauley is an experienced Military and Hospice Chaplain, with a stellar history for compassionate pastoral ministry both in the medical field and US Army. He is skilled in Microsoft Word, Pastoral Counseling, Team Building, Fundraising, and Preaching. Strong community and social justice activists, and a professional member of the Association of Professional Chaplains, as a National Board Certified Chaplain. Currently, Asst. Professor of Religion and Pastoral Care and Pastoral Psychology, Dickerson-Green Seminary, Allen University, Columbia, SC. In this interview, the executive team, consisting of Elder Sandy Drayton and Reverend Dr. Jacques Days gives us the history of the AME church, the history of Allen University, and why they are endorsing Reverend Dr. Orlando McCauley as a candidate for the bishop within the church. Reverend Dr. Orlando McCauley expresses his vision for becoming a bishop and what he plans to do. Dr. Orlando McCauley is a second-generation preacher, born in the native land of Liberia, West Africa, and pays homage to his parents for his spiritual upbringing. Dr. McCauley accepted Christ at an early age and was indoctrinated into the faith under the banner of African Methodism. Rev. McCauley began his pastoral ministry serving the following congregations: Reevesville, AME Church, Alcolu, SC, St. Peters, and Mt. Pisgah Circuit. He was transferred to the Newberry/Spartanburg District and served the following congregations as their pastor: Mt. Zion, Little Mountain; Cross Road, Saluda; and Elisha, Silver Street, SC. He was later transferred to the Columbia District and served as pastor for the following congregations: New Bethel, Lexington; Piney Grove, Gaston; Hopewell, Irmo; and Pine Grove, Columbia. In 2015 Bishop Richard F. Norris transferred him to the Northeast Conference and he pastored St. Luke, Sumter. In 2015 Rev. McCauley earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Pan Methodism from Wesley Seminary in Washington, DC. In 2015 he returned to his alma mater, Allen University, and began teaching in the Department of Religion. He was the coordinator of the same department. He now serves as the Assistant Professor of Religion in the Department of Humanities. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/odell-glenn-jr/support

Hear about this church's virtual learning program in downtown Chattanooga, and join us in prayers for our nation. Terry Ladd is pastor of First Baptist Church East 8th Street, Chattanooga, TN. He is a graduate of Morehouse College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics. He also received the Master of Divinity Degree from Mercer University, McAfee School of Theology, Atlanta, GA and upon graduation was awarded the William Ollie and Nell Ray Key Award for Excellence in Leadership. In 2018, he earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Preaching from the Associated Chicago Theological Schools, McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago, Illinois. He believes contextual, creative, and Christ-centered preaching has the power to transform. He is married to Terrilyn and they have one son, Aaron. This interview aired on January 7th, 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Orlando McCauley is an experienced Military and Hospice Chaplain, with a stellar history for compassionate pastoral ministry both in the medical field and US Army. He is skilled in Microsoft Word, Pastoral Counseling, Team Building, Fundraising, and Preaching. Strong community and social justice activists, and a professional member of the Association of Professional Chaplains, as a National Board Certified Chaplain. Currently, Asst. Professor of Religion and Pastoral Care and Pastoral Psychology, Dickerson-Green Seminary, Allen University, Columbia, SC. In this interview, the executive team, consisting of Elder Sandy Drayton and Reverend Dr. Jacques Days gives us the history of the AME church, the history of Allen University, and why they are endorsing Reverend Dr. Orlando McCauley as a candidate for the bishop within the church. Reverend Dr. Orlando McCauley expresses his vision for becoming a bishop and what he plans to do. Dr. Orlando McCauley is a second-generation preacher, born in the native land of Liberia, West Africa, and pays homage to his parents for his spiritual upbringing. Dr. McCauley accepted Christ at an early age and was indoctrinated into the faith under the banner of African Methodism. Rev. McCauley began his pastoral ministry serving the following congregations: Reevesville, AME Church, Alcolu, SC, St. Peters, and Mt. Pisgah Circuit. He was transferred to the Newberry/Spartanburg District and served the following congregations as their pastor: Mt. Zion, Little Mountain; Cross Road, Saluda; and Elisha, Silver Street, SC. He was later transferred to the Columbia District and served as pastor for the following congregations: New Bethel, Lexington; Piney Grove, Gaston; Hopewell, Irmo; and Pine Grove, Columbia. In 2015 Bishop Richard F. Norris transferred him to the Northeast Conference and he pastored St. Luke, Sumter. In 2015 Rev. McCauley earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Pan Methodism from Wesley Seminary in Washington, DC. In 2015 he returned to his alma mater, Allen University, and began teaching in the Department of Religion. He was the coordinator of the same department. He now serves as the Assistant Professor of Religion in the Department of Humanities.

In today's episode we sit down with Pastor Bruce Aubrey, Senior Pastor at Northside Church in Liverpool, NY. Bruce has been in ministry for 43 years, 36 as a Lead Pastor and 27 of those at Northside. He has taught in Seminary for 15 years as an adjunct professor and has a Bachelors in Religion and Philosophy with a Minor in Psychology. He also has a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is married to his wife Kathy of 38 years and has 4 children and 11 grandchildren.To watch Bruce's message, Bring Your Doubts To Jesus, Click Here!Patrons have early episode access and exclusive content like upcoming guests and more! To learn more about this program please visit www.patreon.com/sharpertogether!Reviews and subscriptions are so important to getting these encouraging and life giving conversations out to as many listeners as we can. Would you take a moment and leave a review on your favorite platform even if it's just a one word review? That would mean the world to us and let others know how to stay Sharper Together! To review simply visit https://lovethepodcast.com/SharpFor more information on the Sharper Together Podcast please visit us at www.sharperpodcast.com and follow us on all the major social media platforms! #SharperTogether #SharperPodcast #StaySharp #ChristianSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/SharperTogether)

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS.  Dr.  West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree.  He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He has an abiding commitment to the church and the academy, relating with equal ease to both venues and using his influence to mentor ministers in both locations. He speaks perennially at colleges, universities and seminaries across America as well as at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University.

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS.  Dr.  West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree.  He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He has an abiding commitment to the church and the academy, relating with equal ease to both venues and using his influence to mentor ministers in both locations. He speaks perennially at colleges, universities and seminaries across America as well as at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University.

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr.  West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree.  He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He has an abiding commitment to the church and the academy, relating with equal ease to both venues and using his influence to mentor ministers in both locations. He speaks perennially at colleges, universities and seminaries across America as well as at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University.

ENCORE PRESENTATION Christian Coach, Author, and Inspirational Speaker Dr. Kendra Davis-Burch helps women change their lives for the better Dr. Kendra Davis-Burch is a 1999 & 2009 graduate of Winston-Salem State University. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology (1999) & a Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (2009). She is also a 2016 graduate of Apex School of Theology where she earned a Master of Divinity Degree. Kendra earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Biblical Studies at Apex School of Theology May 2017. In 2010, Kendra established K*METAMORPHOSIS, a Christian counseling organization whose vision, mission and philosophy were birthed out of the desire to fill a much-needed treatment gap in the community. The organization’s mission is to utilize a holistic approach to restore fallen humanity. This organization believes that individuals; despite their past are capable of transforming spiritually, physically, mentally, and emotionally. In 2012, Kendra became a published author. Her book Rivers of Life, a collection of life-changing sermons and homilies; has been said to be a resource that will empower you and inspire you to bounce back from anything. Many have described it as a spiritual vitamin that will rejuvenate, revitalize and refresh you! Kendra has released her second book NO MORE DISCOUNTS: “Lessons Learned Living Single!” A therapeutic tool used by many who have found themselves in the vicious cycle of abuse and toxic relationships, while seeking love and happiness. Kendra’s transparency in this book has empowered others to heal, forgive and move beyond the pain to find their purpose! In May of 2017, Kendra released her third literary project PRAY MORE, TALK LESS.

On October 2nd, the International Day of Non-Violence, we would like to thank Rev. Canon Leonard Hamlin, Hardy Merriman, Rivera Sun, and Mary Elizabeth King for the excellent discussion on the current state and relevance of nonviolent action in the contemporary globe. Grievance and deprivation, perceived or real, tempt groups into violent behavior. Rapid change, social upheaval, and uncertainty make violent expressions of social discontent even more likely. It is in those moments that we are called to demonstrate a heightened sense of restraint and sound judgment. It is in those moments that nonviolence presents as a timely and timeless concept for contemporary societies. And yet, while few would disagree about the virtue of nonviolence, a similarly firm belief and understanding about its power, strategy, and discipline is much harder to locate. The M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence and Rumi Forum, proudly inspired by two masters of nonviolent action, are co-hosting this event on Gandhi’s birthday, the International Day of Nonviolence. The program features a panel from scholarly as well as practitioner backgrounds. Our speakers will guide an exploration of the current state of nonviolent action around the globe, its growing relevance amid social unrest, and efforts to make it an inherent element of individual and collective behavior. Moderator: The Rev. Canon Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr.  Canon Missioner, Washington National Cathedral The Rev. Canon Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr. began his tenure at the Washington National Cathedral in April 2018. In his role as Canon Missioner, Dr. Hamlin oversees the Cathedral’s outreach and social justice initiatives, including gun violence prevention and racial justice and reconciliation. In particular, Dr. Hamlin assists in the building of partnerships and the equipping of the Cathedral community and the congregation to serve as the hands and feet of Christ in the world. Prior to his arrival at the Cathedral, Dr. Hamlin served as the Pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Arlington, Va. for 22 years. Under his leadership, the congregation was strengthened numerically and spiritually while numerous ministries, discipleship classes and mission efforts were organized to meet the needs of the congregation and the community locally, regionally and nationally. Dr. Hamlin received his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (1983) from the Howard University School of Business, Master of Divinity Degree (1994), and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from the Howard University School of Divinity (1996). He has served and been appointed to numerous community, faith based and governmental boards, commissions, agencies. Dr. Hamlin is married to Machell Nicholson Hamlin, Esquire, assistant vice president of staff counsel for the GEICO Corporation, and they are the proud parents of one son, Leonard L. Hamlin, Jr. Speakers Hardy Merriman  President and CEO, International Center on Nonviolent Conflict He has worked in the field of civil resistance for over 18 years, presenting at workshops for activists and organizers around the world; speaking widely about civil resistance movements with scholars, journalists, and members of international organizations; and developing resources for practitioners and scholars.  His writings have been translated into numerous languages. From 2016-2018 he was also an adjunct lecturer at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy (Tufts University). Title of presentation: “Civil Resistance: Powerful, Underrecognized, and Crucial in this Moment”   Dr. Mary Elizabeth King  Director, James Lawson Institute Mary Elizabeth King is a political scientist and author of acclaimed books on civil resistance, most recently “Gandhian Nonviolent Struggle and Untouchability in South India: The 1924–25 Vykom Satyagraha and the Mechanisms of Change.” She is professor of peace and conflict studies at the UN-affiliated University for Peace; Distinguished Rothermere American Institute Fellow at the University of Oxford, Britain; and director of the James Lawson Institute. Her academic specialty in the study of nonviolent action dates to four years working in Atlanta and Mississippi for the 1960s U.S. civil rights movement on staff of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, or SNCC. There she learned the basics of nonviolent struggle from the Reverend James M. Lawson in this profound experience that would define her life. Her website is maryking.info. Title of presentation: “Rediscovering How Gandhi Put Nonviolent Methods on the World Political Map” Rivera Sun  Editor, Nonviolence News Author/Activist Rivera Sun is the editor of Nonviolence News and a nationwide trainer in strategy for nonviolent change. She has written numerous books and novels, including The Dandelion Insurrection and The Way Between.  She serves on the Advisory Boards of World Beyond War and Backbone Campaign.  Her writings on nonviolence as syndicated by Peace Voice and have appeared in over 100 journals. www.riverasun.com. Title of presentation: “Challenges – And Possibilities – Of Teaching Nonviolence As A Way Of Making Change”  

Jennifer Harper, D. Min., director of the Interfaith Doctor of Ministry in Clinical Education for Pastoral Ministry Program at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religition, New York, discusses the program and its value for members of the clergy. The post Jennifer Harper, D. Min., discusses the doctor of ministry degree program at Hebrew Union College appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

Jennifer Harper, D. Min., director of the Interfaith Doctor of Ministry in Clinical Education for Pastoral Ministry Program at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religition, New York, discusses the program and its value for members of the clergy. The post Jennifer Harper, D. Min., discusses the doctor of ministry degree program at Hebrew Union College appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

Christian Coach, Author, and Inspirational Speaker Dr. Kendra Davis-Burch helps women change their lives for the better Dr. Kendra Davis-Burch is a 1999 & 2009 graduate of Winston-Salem State University. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology (1999) & a Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (2009). She is also a 2016 graduate of Apex School of Theology where she earned a Master of Divinity Degree. Kendra earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Biblical Studies at Apex School of Theology May 2017. In 2010, Kendra established K*METAMORPHOSIS, a Christian counseling organization whose vision, mission and philosophy were birthed out of the desire to fill a much-needed treatment gap in the community. The organization’s mission is to utilize a holistic approach to restore fallen humanity. This organization believes that individuals; despite their past are capable of transforming spiritually, physically, mentally, and emotionally. In 2012, Kendra became a published author. Her book Rivers of Life, a collection of life-changing sermons and homilies; has been said to be a resource that will empower you and inspire you to bounce back from anything. Many have described it as a spiritual vitamin that will rejuvenate, revitalize and refresh you! Kendra has released her second book NO MORE DISCOUNTS: “Lessons Learned Living Single!” A therapeutic tool used by many who have found themselves in the vicious cycle of abuse and toxic relationships, while seeking love and happiness. Kendra’s transparency in this book has empowered others to heal, forgive and move beyond the pain to find their purpose! In May of 2017, Kendra released her third literary project PRAY MORE, TALK LESS.

We are joined by Saul Ebema from the Saul Ebema Foundation. He has been a pastor in South Sudan, Johannesburg South Africa, and here in the states. He tells us about his remarkable and heartbreaking experiences as a child in Sudan, including how he was kidnapped and forced to fight as a child soldier, and experiences. Via Saul Ebema: I currently work as a hospice chaplain in Bolingbrook and also as the president of my foundation- The Saul Ebema foundation, helping the children in South Sudan that have been affected by the war. Before this, I have worked as the Senior Pastor of Lombard Bible Church and as a hospice chaplain with Advocate Hospice in Des Plaines. Due to the war in my country of South Sudan and through a series of miracles, I ended up in Johannesburg South Africa in the year 2000. I was about 22 years old then. In 2001, I started by theological training at the Baptist Convention College in Soweto. I graduated with my Diploma in theology there in 2004. In Early 2005, I got a presidential scholarship to attend Northern Baptist Theological Seminary in Lombard, IL for my Masters in Divinity. I graduated with my Masters in Divinity in 2008 and then continued with my Doctorate in Ministry Degree at Northern Seminary. I graduated with that in 2015.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover today from Hebrews 10:23-26 whether corporate worship is optional. In other words, we will learn whether God requires us to attend corporate worship or not. Message by Dr. Don Robertson Dr. Robertson is the pastor of Faith Community Church in Pearland, TX. He received his Doctor of Ministry Degree from Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Fl and has served as a pastor since 1995. Service Times: Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 AM Address: 2402 East Broadway, Pearland, TX 77581

Dr. Paula Williams spent 13 years as the host of a national television show (viewed by millions) and served as the Chairman and CEO of The Orchard Group -- a non-profit organization that starts new churches in the US-- for 34 years. Then her name was Paul. From a very young age, Paula knew she was transgender, but given her upbringing in a conservative religious household, she learned to keep this secret to herself. She eventually married, had children of her own, and was successful by many measures. But something was missing. One night, Paula (then Paul) had a life-altering realization. She knew that if she transitioned to being a woman it would inflict pain onto the people she loved most and she would put everything she worked for at risk, but it was bigger than her. It was a calling towards authenticity. When Paula finally mustered up enough courage to face her biggest fear and come out, she lost everything: all her jobs, her pension, her friends, and the news sent her family into disarray. Few people in her religious community understood or supported her. She says that was a brutal time for everyone in her family, especially for her ex-wife and kids. With some years behind the pivotal transition, Paula's experience of being initially a man, then a woman gave her a front-row seat to how women and men are treated differently at work and in life. Her unique journey has compelled her to advocate for gender equity, LGBTQ inclusion, executive leadership and American religion. In this episode, she shares about how different it feels leading in the business world as a woman, versus when she was a man and opens up about her inspiring journey towards authenticity. Tune in to get the full conversation and learn about: Leadership challenges Societal expectations and limitations The courage to be authentic The powerful journey of a transgender woman How men and women are treated differently in life and at work Cultural biases men and women live Challenges of women and LGBTQ in executive positions Rev. Dr. Paula Williams' biography: Dr. Paula Stone Williams is a national public speaker specializing in Gender Equity, LGBTQ Inclusion, Executive Leadership and American Religion. As a transgender woman, Paula has been featured in the New York Times, the Denver Post, Colorado Public Radio, The Huffington Post, TEDxMileHigh, NPR's Radiolab, Radio New Zealand, New Scientist Magazine, and a host of other media outlets. Her TEDxMileHigh talk on Gender Discrimination, which was Tweeted by Amy Schumer, has been viewed over 2.4 million times on YouTube. Over the past two years Paula has spoken in over 100 venues, including Fortune 500 Corporations, Public and Private Universities, State and Federal Government Agencies, Religious Institutions, and Non-Profit Organizations. Paula holds two Masters Degrees and a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Pastor Care. To see a full list of Paula's clients, visit her website at paulastonewilliams.com. Connect with Dr. Paula Williams: Website Twitter Linkedin TED Talk TEDx Talk * * * Full Transcription: Dr. Paula Williams: We were brief and they were not pleasant. I expected to lose them not in the way in which I did. I lost all of my jobs, and at the time, I actually was doing about four. I’ve always been a renaissance person. Tanya: That’s Dr. Paula Stone Williams. TED speaker, activist, and thought leader for gender equity and LGBTQ inclusion. She’s the chair and CEO of Road Less Traveled Pathways, a non-profit organization that provides psychotherapy, pastoral counseling, and coaching to couples, families and groups. As an outspoken transgender woman, Paula has been featured on TED, The New York Times, Jada Pinkett Smith’s talk show Red Table Talk, and the The Huffington Post just to name a few. As a transgender woman, she gave a brilliant TED Talk on how men and women are treated differently which has been ...

Claude Alexander, Jr. is bishop and senior pastor of The Park Church, a Baptist church headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has led The Park Church since 1990. Under his leadership, The Park Church has grown from one local congregation of 600 members to a global ministry of thousands of members with three locations and weekly international reach. Bishop Alexander works with government and community officials to address the community’s most critical issues. He serves on many local and national religious, civic, leadership and university boards of directors. He is the chair of the board of trustees of the Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and the Second-Presiding Bishop of the Kingdom Association of Covenant Pastors. Bishop Alexander earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Morehouse College, a Master of Divinity Degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in leading a church, redressing racial difference, our responsibilities to each other, and our relationship to God and mystery. IN THIS EPISODE Bishop Alexander describes The Park Church, its history, the qualities that distinguish it, its business enterprises, and its mission in the world. He talks about the 400-year anniversary of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade and racialization in America, being a cultural translator, and what responsibilities we have redressing racial differences and disparities. He makes a connection between social capital, ethnicity, privilege, and the Good Samaritan parable. Bishop Alexander addresses charges of sexism and homophobia in the black church, issues an apology, and considers how history might judge his position on gay marriage. He discusses the arc of the history of the people of God, the bracketing of the best and worse of humanity, and Simon Peter. Bishop Alexander explains why Sunday morning is the most segregated time in America. He reflects on growing up in Jackson, Mississippi, what was important in his family, the volume and weight of the religious calling he felt as a teenager, and studying philosophy at Morehouse College. Bishop Alexander shares a crisis of faith that challenged his sense of value, emotions about the death of his brother, and what he wants people to truly know. plus Mark's Personal Word Essay: Seeing Fully What We Now See in Part To learn more, visit On Life and Meaning

On March 31st, Rumi Forum organized the Food and Faith Event at Sakina Halal Grill. Food and Faith both bring people together. Faith traditions have a specific relationship with food. Whether it be the role food plays in daily life or providing food to the needy, faith traditions recognize this necessity as something more. Panelists: Rev. Canon Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr. began his tenure at the Washington National Cathedral in April 2018. In his role as Canon Missioner, Dr. Hamlin oversees the Cathedral’s outreach and social justice initiatives. Prior to his arrival at the Cathedral, Dr. Hamlin served as the Pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Arlington, VA for 22 years. Dr. Hamlin received his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (1983) from the Howard University School of Business, Master of Divinity Degree (1994), and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from the Howard University School of Divinity (1996). He has served and been appointed to numerous community, faith-based and governmental boards, commissions, agencies. Dr. Zulfiqar A. Kazmi is the founder and Executive Director of The Commongrounds USA. This organizational network is dedicated to the promotion of peace through educational programs, workshops, conferences, and research. Dr. Kazmi participated and lectured in more than 200 World Peace Conferences including UN cosponsored seminars, symposiums and convocations. He launched Scandinavian Peace initiatives and convened a series of seminars at The Washington Times. Dr. Kazmi made history offering special prayers and Salaat ul Maghrib during the last Christmas Dinner hosted by President Obama and First Lady at The White House. He is the recipient of the Fairfax County Proclamation 1998. In 2007 he achieved a nomination for America's highest Civil Award “Benjamin Franklin Award”. Jodi Balis RD has worked for 15 years in community and public health in the non-profit sector as a culinary educator, dietitian and Nutrition Director, where she implemented cooking and wellness programs for underserved communities in the DC region, and worked to ensure access to healthy food. Jodi recently pivoted in her career, and is now a personal chef, culinary educator, body worker and ritual facilitator. Jodi co-creates Food Rituals with groups and individuals, which is a visual meditation and embodiment practice that marks milestone moments in life through the collaborative and artful arrangement of vibrant colorful food, herbs, spices and stones. Jodi is also creator and host of the podcast Purple Honey, a gathering of female voices, where Jewish wisdom and feminine spirituality are explored through the lense of health and wellness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvjh4-aFo68&feature=youtu.be

The Reverend Dr. Marcus D. Cosby serves as the Senior Pastor ofWheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. He was born the third child of Rogers and Bobbie Cosby in Chicago, Illinois. There he received his elementary education at .. the Emmanuel Christian School and secondary education at Whitney M. Young '. Magnet High School. He further received the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Religion and English from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, the Master of Divinity Degree in Homiletics and Christian Education from the Morehouse School of Religion at the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) in Atlanta, Georgia and the Doctor of Ministry Degree in Homiletics from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary in Lombard, Illinois.  Since his early youth, Dr. Cosby has been actively involved in the work of the Church. He was licensed to preach and ordained to the Christian Ministry at the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois where the Reverend Dr. L.K. Curry served as Pastor. It was at Emmanuel that he met and married his high school sweetheart, Mrs. Audrey Marie Cosby, and they have been blessed with three beautiful daughters, Adrienne Marie, Ashley Marie and Aliyah Marie and two sons, Marcus D., II and Matthew D. Cosby. 

In Episode 013, our featured guest is Hall of Fame Speaker and Best Selling Author, Dr. Willie Jolley. Dr. Jolley has achieved remarkable heights in the speaking industry, having come from humble beginnings of being a fired singer, who was replaced by a karaoke machine. He has gone on to be named “One of the Outstanding Five Speakers in the World” by Toastmasters International. He has also been inducted into the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame as well as achieving the distinction of Certified Speaker Professional by the National Speakers Association. In 2012 he was the recipient of the Ron Brown Distinguished Leadership Award. In 2013 he was named, “One of the Top 5 Leadership Speakers” by Speaking.com and Business Leader of The Year by The African American Chambers of Commerce. Dr. Jolley uses his public platform to pursue his mission of empowering and encouraging people to rise above their circumstances and maximize their God given potential! Many know him as the speaker Ford Motors called on in 2006 when they were on the brink of bankruptcy, and he aided them on turning their business around. In fact, in 2009 they were able to reject a government bailout and go on to Billion Dollar profits. Dr. Willie Jolley is the author of several international best-selling books including It Only Takes A Minute To Change Your Life, A Setback Is A Setup For A Comeback, Turn Setbacks Into Greenbacks, An Attitude of Excellence, and his latest best seller with his wife Dee Taylor Jolley, Make Love, Make Money, Make it Last. Dr. Jolley holds a Doctorate of Ministry Degree in Faith Driven Achievement from the California Graduate School of Theology, a Master Degree in Theology from Wesley Theological seminary and a B.A. in Psychology and Sociology from The American University.

his weekend we will replay Dr. Mary Amore story on this week's Mary's Touch Radio Program. * Dr. Mary Amore holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies from Catholic Theological Union. * She is the author of Primary Symbols of Worship and the Call to Participation and the newly released DVD entitled Eucharist: A Journey to Transformation, Healing and Discipleship. A Cardinal Bernardin Scholar and distinguished member of the North American Academy of Liturgy, Mary is a highly sought after presenter of parish missions in the area of the Eucharist and Pope Francis Year of Mercy, plus workshops, seminars and retreats. * A monthly columnist at Ministry and Liturgy Magazine, Dr. Amore also serves as the full time Executive Director of Mayslake Ministries in Downers Grove, Il. Mary is a wife, mother and grandmother! * She sahres with us about her passion and devotion to our Blessed Mary.

Sallie Latkovich, CSJ preaches for the Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary time, offering a reflection on our baptismal call to be prophets in the world. Sallie is a member of the Congregation of St. Joseph, and holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from the Graduate Theological Foundation in Scripture and Spirituality. Sallie is a member of the Society of Biblical Literature and the Catholic Biblical Association, and a member of Spiritual Directors International; she is active in a number of Peace and Justice Organizations including NETWORK. Recently elected to the Leadership Team of her religious congregation, Sallie will leave her position at Catholic Theological Union, Chicago, in July 2018. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/07082018 to learn more about Sallie, and to see her preaching video and read her text.

Somewhere In The Middle welcomes Dr. Kendra Davis-Burch Kendra is a 1999 & 2009 graduate of Winston-Salem State University. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology (1999) & a Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (2009). She is also a 2016 graduate of Apex School of Theology where she earned a Masters of Divinity Degree. Kendra earned a Doctorate of Ministry Degree in Biblical Studies at Apex School of Theology May 2017. In 2010, Kendra established K*METAMORPHOSIS, a Christian counseling organization whose vision, mission and philosophy was birthed out of the desire to fill a much needed treatment gap in the community. The organization’s mission is to utilize a holistic approach to restore fallen humanity. This organization believes that individuals; despite their past are capable of transforming spiritually, physically, mentally, and emotionally.  In 2012, Kendra became a published author. Her book Rivers of Life, a collection of life changing sermons and homilies; has been said to be resource that will empower you and inspire you to bounce back from anything. Many have described it as a spiritual vitamin that will rejuvenate, revitalize and refresh you! Kendra has released her second book NO MORE DISCOUNTS: “Lessons Learned Living Single!” A therapeutic tool used by many who have found themselves in the vicious cycle of abuse and toxic relationships, while seeking love and happiness. Kendra’s transparency in this book has empowered others to heal, forgive and move beyond the pain to finding their purpose! In May of 2017 Kendra released her third literary project PRAY MORE, TALK LESS.

During this episode, Dr. Preston T. Adams III discusses youth violence, mentoring, and how the church can be more effective in working with and Raising Other People's Kids. The Reverend Dr. Preston T. Adams, III, pastor, Certified Pastoral Leadership Coach, and human development expert, was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois.  He is the oldest of four sons born to Priestley T. and Myrtis L. Adams, both of whom are deceased. Dr. Adams, a lifelong learner, has three earned university/seminary degrees. Dr. Adams earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration/Computer Science from Central State University, Wilberforce, Ohio (1982), and Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry Degrees from Christian Theological Seminary, (Indianapolis, IN., 1996 and 2005 respectively).  Dr. Adams completed his Doctor of Ministry Degree with a 3.9 GPA and in a record two year timeframe! Dr. Adams is the founding and senior pastor of Amazing Grace Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).  Amazing Grace launched in September 2010 on the northeast side of Indianapolis.  Amazing Grace shares the love of Jesus Christ by encouraging, equipping, and empowering all of God’s people to go and make disciples.  Amazing Grace embodies the love of Jesus Christ by its focus on Word, Worship, and Witness.  This represents one of the greatest moves of God in Dr. Adams life. Since its launch in September 2010, Amazing Grace has grown from an initial launch team of 20 families to over 300 families. This phenomenal growth can be attributed to the Holy Spirit equipping Dr. Adams to preach and teach transformational Gospel messages that reach a broad audience. Dr. Adams was ordained in the Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, by Dr. T. Garrott Benjamin, Jr., Resident Bishop of the historic Light of the World Christian Church -- LWCC (Indianapolis, IN), in July of 1997.  Dr. Adams was a member of LWCC for over 26 years, and faithfully served the Light of the World congregation for 20 years in a diverse array of key leadership roles to include Children and Youth Pastor, Associate Pastor, Overseer of The Christian Ecumenical Covenant Fellowship, and CEO of Project Impact (a youth diversion program that ministered to troubled teens referred from the Juvenile Courts). Dr. Adams culminated his stellar ministry service tenure as the Executive Pastor for LWCC in his final six (6) years. Dr. Adams has also completed a number of professional certifications to include the Certificate of Fund Raising Management (CFRM) via The Fund Raising School at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University and training as a Certified Empowerment Coach (CEC) via The Institute for Professional Empowerment Coaches (iPEC).  Dr. Adams continuously facilitates a diverse array of leadership development workshops, staff trainings, and staff retreats. Dr. Adams currently serves on a number of boards to include the Board of Trustees for Christian Theological Seminary, the Board of Trustees, Pension Fund, Christian Church (DOC), Treasurer, National Convocation – Christian Church (DOC), and task forces, most related to youth related issues. Additionally, Dr. Adams is very active in ministry to youth and adults who are incarcerated or working to successfully re-enter society via his service as a Chaplain for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department Jail Division.  Dr. Adams is a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., a member of 100 Black Men, and a graduate of the Diversity Leadership Academy of Greater Indianapolis and FBI Citizen’s Academy. Dr. Adams has traveled extensively in the U.S. and abroad.  His studies and ministry work have taken him to Ghana, West Africa, South Africa, Europe, Jamaica, Mexico, the Bahamas, and Israel. Dr. Adams is the author of three books: “From Hustlin’ To Hallelujah: My Journey From Chicago’s Southside To God’s Side”, his first book which shares his testimony of how God raised him up from the mean streets of Chicago to become a respected pastor and community servant; “Expect A Miracle: A Biblical and Practical Guide To Walking In All Of God’s Promises For You”; and “Amazing Faith!” Dr. Adams is the devoted husband of one wife, First Lady Greta Maul Adams, for over 28 years, and the father of three daughters, Patrice, Alaina, and Quinn.

 Reverend Dr. Marcus D. Cosby, the third child born to the late Mr. Rogers Cosby and Mrs. Bobbie J. Cosby, serves as the Senior Pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. A proud native of Chicago, Illinois and a product of Emmanuel Baptist Church where Dr. L.K. Curry served as pastor, Cosby received the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Religion and English from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, the Master of Divinity Degree in Homiletics and Christian Education from the Morehouse School of Religion at the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) in Atlanta, Georgia and the Doctor of Ministry Degree in Homiletics from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary in Lombard, Illinois.             Dr. Cosby is married to his high school sweetheart, Mrs. Audrey Marie Cosby, and they have been blessed with three beautiful daughters, Adrienne Marie, Ashley Marie and Aliyah Marie and two sons, Marcus D., II and Matthew D. Cosby.              As the successor to the Founding Pastor of Wheeler Avenue, Dr. William A. Lawson, Pastor Cosby has been blessed to continue the ministry of this intentionally intergenerational congregation in the inner city of Houston, Texas since 2004, having served as Associate Pastor since 1998. With four Sunday worship services and a membership of nearly 13,000, he has led the congregation to ensure its impact both on and far beyond the church campus with the inception of the Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy, serving children from 6 weeks old through the fifth grade;  

Another recipient of the Black Business and Professional Association's (BBPA) of Toronto "Distinguished Men Of Honour" award was Dr. Mansfield Edwards. Dr. Edwards holds a Doctrate in Ministry Degree.