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In this episode Dr. Oord engages with a new book from C.S. Pearce and Philip Clayton entitled, Science and the Sacred: Beyond the Gods in Our Image.In this beautifully written book, an atheist (Pearce) and a theist (Clayton) explore the intersection points of science and the Sacred. Honestly acknowledging their differences, they discover unexpected common ground across every branch of science and many of the most urgent ethical and spiritual questions humanity now faces.

In this episode Dr. Oord engages with a new book from Clifford Chalmers Cain entitled, God, Pandemics and the Holocaust.In the book, Cain honestly explores conceptions of God no longer satisfactory to human experience, and understandings of God that can make sense in a world that is both wonderful and woeful.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Josh Patterson entitled, Amipotence (Perhaps) in which he engages with the work of John Caputo. This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Josh will also be a speaker at the annual Open and Relational Conference (ORTCON25) will take place from June 30 - July 4 at the beautiful Grand Targhee Resort in the Grand Teton mountains of Wyoming.ORTCON25 brings together scholars, leaders, pastors, and activists.  The conference provides workshops, lectures, and social activities to deepen relationships and present new ways of imagining God and the universe.A number of Open and Relational speakers will be present at the conference including Anna Case-Winters and Brian McLaren.To register for the conference visit:  https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

What drives some people to embrace high handed leaders and Christian Nationalism while other people don't?  This is the question explored in this episode where Dr. Oord shares an excerpt from the book he co-authored with Tripp Fuller entitled God After Deconstruction.  In a chapter on Christian Nationalism Oord and Fuller engage with the work of Dr. John Sanders who, in his book Embracing Prodigals, distinguishes between three cognitive models social scientists identify as reasons for different parenting styles, political allegiances and views of God--authoritative, nurturant and permissive.To explore these important ideas further, pick up a copy of God After Deconstruction and Embracing Prodigals.

In this episode, Dr. Oord engages with the book entitled The Old Testament and Process Theology by Robert Gnuse.Gnuse writes in his book commenting on the relationality of God with creation in the Old Testament, "To speak of God as active in human history implies that God can enter into a process of interrelationship involving contingency and change-- not only for humanity, but for God."

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Doral Hayes entitled, Uncontrolled Worship.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Doral Hayes will be one of the speakers at the upcoming Uncontrolling Love of God Conference in the UK on June 4-6.  For information and registration visit: https://www.pcnbritain.org.uk/events/detail/uncontrolling-love-of-god

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses a book of 12 essays edited by Dr. Andrew Davis entitled, From Force to Persuasion: Process-Relational Perspectives on Power and the God of LoveEach of the 12 essays, written from esteemed process-relational theologians, focuses on reframing understandings of divine power in light of the essential divine attribute--love.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Shaleen Kendrick entitled, Neural Relational Amipotence. This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Shaleen Kendrick will also be one of the many speakers at ORTCON25.ORTCON25 the annual Open and Relational Conference (ORTCON25) will take place from June 30 - July 4 at the beautiful Grand Targhee Resort in the Grand Teton mountains of Wyoming. The conference provides workshops, lectures, and social activities to deepen relationships and present new ways of imagining God and the universe.A number of Open and Relational speakers will be present at the conference including Anna Case-Winters and Brian McLaren.To register for the conference visit:  https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

Adriaan en Simon spreken over: nachtmerries / protesteren kun je leren / de situatie in Gaza en de kwestie academische boycot / stoppen met het lezen van politieke boeken / het theater in / de studeerkamer van Adriaan / aandelen en animisme / het mooiste woord in het Afrikaans / vergeet niet je vrijheid / slachtoffers en daders N.B. Deze aflevering gaat live op Stille Zaterdag maar werd opgenomen op zaterdag 12 april, dus vóór de demonstraties op de UvA in de week daarna. Schrijvers van dienst: Lodewijk van Oord / Pankaj Mishra / Albert Camus / Olaf Hauge / Robert Allen Zimmerman / Maya Angelou / Charles Baudelaire / Jan Balkon / J.S. Bach / Timothy Snyder / Judith Herzberg Het boek van Lodewijk van Oord is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/lodewijk-van-oord-protesteren-voor-beginners-9789464522006 De mens in opstand van Albert Camus is in de Olympus-reeks van Atlas Contact uitgegeven en nog altijd leverbaar: https://boekenwereld.com/albert-camus-de-mens-in-opstand-9789046708040 De wereld na Gaza van Pankaj Mishra is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/pankaj-mishra-de-wereld-na-gaza-9789045051772 De vertaalde teksten van Bob Dylan helaas alleen nog via de ramsj: https://ramsj.nl/winkel/bob-dylan-3/ De gedichten van Maya Angelou zijn te vinden in deze bundel: https://www.boekenwereld.com/maya-angelou-ik-weet-waarom-gekooide-vogels-zingen-9789044544282 Je kunt de boeken van Adriaan natuurlijk in de boekwinkel bestellen, maar veel van zijn boeken zijn ook als audioboek te beluisteren, ingesproken door Adriaan zelf. Neem nou bijvoorbeeld Stadsliefde bij Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ReBLjSQsMT7TOwXk2gdBj?si=l_8sxM2YRV6Zp0qJBJf8bg Adriaan gaat het theater in! Hij wordt ondervraagd door Simon en u kunt hem ook zelf uw vragen stellen. Koop uw kaarten via https://www.theatercolleges.nl/adriaan-van-dis/ 30 april Amstelveen 1 mei ITA Amsterdam 8 mei Kerkrade 12 mei Delft 22 mei Arnhem Volg het Instagram-account van de podcast: @vandis.ongefilterd Wil je een vraag stellen of reageren? Mail het aan: vandis@atlascontact.nl Van Dis Ongefilterd wordt gemaakt door Adriaan van Dis, Simon Dikker Hupkes en Bart Jeroen Kiers. Bedankt voor uw recensie. © 2025 Atlas Contact | Adriaan van DisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast episode represents the culmination of an enlightening journey into the notion of "amipotence," as articulated by Dr. Thomas J. Oord. On this Good Friday, we engage in a profound discourse regarding Dr. Oord's revolutionary ideas, which challenge the conventional understanding of divine omnipotence, positing instead that God embodies uncontrolling love. Our esteemed guests, Dr. Oord and Josh Patterson, join hosts Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell to explore the implications of these theological insights, particularly in relation to human agency and the nature of love. The conversation further delves into the narrative complexities presented by characters such as Kilgrave from Marvel's "Jessica Jones," fostering a rich dialogue around the intersections of power, control, and love. This episode not only reflects on previous discussions but also invites listeners to contemplate the broader implications of these ideas in their own lives and faith journeys.The episode culminates in a rich exploration of the intersection between theology, ethics, and popular culture, utilizing the character of Mr. Purple from the Jessica Jones series as a focal point for our discussions on control, love, and agency. In analyzing Mr. Purple's coercive abilities, we confront the ethical dilemmas posed by his actions and their implications for our understanding of divine love. I assert that if love is to be genuine, it must be free from coercion, prompting a reevaluation of how we perceive power in both divine and human contexts. This leads us to a critical examination of the premise that God's omnipotence should be reconceptualized as omnibenevolence—an all-encompassing love that respects the autonomy of creation. Through this lens, we invite our listeners to consider the transformative potential of adopting a theology that prioritizes relationality and love over mere power, ultimately fostering a more profound connection with the divine and with one another.Takeaways: Dr. Thomas J. Oord's concept of amipotence emphasizes God's nature as all-loving rather than all-powerful, fundamentally altering theological perspectives. In examining the implications of Jesus's sacrifice, we must confront the paradox of a suffering God and the nature of divine love. The discussions surrounding the character Kilgrave from Marvel comics serve as a poignant analogy for understanding coercive power versus loving influence in relationships. The panelists argue that true love cannot exist within a framework of coercion, highlighting the necessity of free will in authentic relationships. This episode serves as a culmination of previous dialogues, providing a comprehensive reflection on the evolution of thought regarding omnipotence and its alternatives. Dr. Oord invites listeners to engage with his forthcoming systematic theology of love, inviting community input on theological discourse. .Check out the episode of Systematic Geekology on Mr Purple and amipotence:https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/episode/from-omnipotence-to-amipotence-rethinking-divine-control-through-jessica-jones/.Listen to our earlier panel episode on Amipotence with Tom, Josh, Nick Polk, and Aaron Simmons:https://the-whole-church-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/amipotence-a-whole-church-panel-discussion/.Don't miss any of the episodes we have done with Tom Oord:

This podcast episode represents the culmination of an enlightening journey into the notion of "amipotence," as articulated by Dr. Thomas J. Oord. On this Good Friday, we engage in a profound discourse regarding Dr. Oord's revolutionary ideas, which challenge the conventional understanding of divine omnipotence, positing instead that God embodies uncontrolling love. Our esteemed guests, Dr. Oord and Josh Patterson, join hosts Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell to explore the implications of these theological insights, particularly in relation to human agency and the nature of love. The conversation further delves into the narrative complexities presented by characters such as Kilgrave from Marvel's "Jessica Jones," fostering a rich dialogue around the intersections of power, control, and love. This episode not only reflects on previous discussions but also invites listeners to contemplate the broader implications of these ideas in their own lives and faith journeys.The episode culminates in a rich exploration of the intersection between theology, ethics, and popular culture, utilizing the character of Mr. Purple from the Jessica Jones series as a focal point for our discussions on control, love, and agency. In analyzing Mr. Purple's coercive abilities, we confront the ethical dilemmas posed by his actions and their implications for our understanding of divine love. I assert that if love is to be genuine, it must be free from coercion, prompting a reevaluation of how we perceive power in both divine and human contexts. This leads us to a critical examination of the premise that God's omnipotence should be reconceptualized as omnibenevolence—an all-encompassing love that respects the autonomy of creation. Through this lens, we invite our listeners to consider the transformative potential of adopting a theology that prioritizes relationality and love over mere power, ultimately fostering a more profound connection with the divine and with one another.Takeaways: Dr. Thomas J. Oord's concept of amipotence emphasizes God's nature as all-loving rather than all-powerful, fundamentally altering theological perspectives. In examining the implications of Jesus's sacrifice, we must confront the paradox of a suffering God and the nature of divine love. The discussions surrounding the character Kilgrave from Marvel comics serve as a poignant analogy for understanding coercive power versus loving influence in relationships. The panelists argue that true love cannot exist within a framework of coercion, highlighting the necessity of free will in authentic relationships. This episode serves as a culmination of previous dialogues, providing a comprehensive reflection on the evolution of thought regarding omnipotence and its alternatives. Dr. Oord invites listeners to engage with his forthcoming systematic theology of love, inviting community input on theological discourse. .Check out the episode of Systematic Geekology on Mr Purple and amipotence:https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/episode/from-omnipotence-to-amipotence-rethinking-divine-control-through-jessica-jones/.Listen to our earlier panel episode on Amipotence with Tom, Josh, Nick Polk, and Aaron Simmons:https://the-whole-church-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/amipotence-a-whole-church-panel-discussion/.Don't miss any of the episodes we have done with Tom Oord:

In ‘Kinderen in oorlogstijd' legt schrijver en journalist Steffie van den Oord de aangrijpende verhalen vast van de intussen hoogbejaarde mensen die als kind de oorlog meemaakten. Wat zagen ze, wat kregen ze mee en wie werden ze? Steffie van den Oord maakte documentaires als ‘Westerbork Girl' voor de VPRO en schreef eerder boeken als ‘Liefde in oorlogstijd'.   Presentatie: Willemijn Veenhoven

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses a new book from Keith Ward entitled, Karl Barth on Religion: A Critique.  In this study, Keith Ward offers a detailed critique of Barth's views on religion and revelation as articulated in Church Dogmatics.ORTCON25 the annual Open and Relational Conference (ORTCON25) will take place from June 30 - July 4 at the beautiful Grand Targhee Resort in the Grand Teton mountains of Wyoming. The conference provides workshops, lectures, and social activities to deepen relationships and present new ways of imagining God and the universe.A number of Open and Relational speakers will be present at the conference including Anna Case-Winters and Brian McLaren.To register for the conference visit:  https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Chris Hanson entitled, Theology, Pediatrics and Everyday Life. This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Chris will also be a speaker at the annual Open and Relational Conference (ORTCON25) will take place from June 30 - July 4 at the beautiful Grand Targhee Resort in the Grand Teton mountains of Wyoming.ORTCON25 brings together scholars, leaders, pastors, and activists.  The conference provides workshops, lectures, and social activities to deepen relationships and present new ways of imagining God and the universe.A number of Open and Relational speakers will be present at the conference including Anna Case-Winters and Brian McLaren.To register for the conference visit:  https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

In this episode, Dr. Oord engages with the recently published book, Whitehead and Teilhard: From Organism to Omega.  The book, edited by Ilia Delio and Andrew Davis, is a compilation of essays interacting with the work of philosopher Alfred North Whitehead and paleontologist and theologian Pierre Teilhard de Chardin.The Center for Christogenesis will be hosting an upcoming online conference May 2-4 entitled Rethinking Religion in an Age of Science.  Registration is now open to further explore together the ideas of Whitehead and Teilhard at the intersection of science and religion. 

In this episode Dr. Oord engages with the new book from Michael Brennan entitled Flourish: An Open and Relational Queer Theology.  Michael Brennan will be one of many speakers at the upcoming Open and Relational Theology Conference (ORTCON25) June 30 - July 4.For information and registration visit:  https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Brandon Brown entitled, The Prevenience of Amipotence.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work (co-edited by Brandon Brown) interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Anna Case-Winters entitled, Love Without Qualification.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 1 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Anna Case-Winters will be one of numerous keynote speakers at the upcoming ORTCON25 conference taking place June 30 - July 4 at the picturesque Grand Targhee Resort.  More information and registration details visit https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

Text us your questions!Tom Oord is back! This time, we're discussing his "main thing": open and relational theology. We explore what it means and its significance in reshaping our understanding of God, love, prayer, and more. Tom answers our questions graciously, and we try to convince Randy that he's wrong.How is open and relational theology different from classical theism? What does it imply about prayer or freedom or evil and suffering? What does love have to do with it? Is it all just a bit too easy?As always, Tom is a great sport and a hoot to talk to. We hope you find this conversation valuable.=====Want to support us?The best way is to subscribe to our Patreon. Annual memberships are available for a 10% discount.If you'd rather make a one-time donation, you can contribute through our PayPal. Other important info: Rate & review us on Apple & Spotify Follow us on social media at @PPWBPodcast Watch & comment on YouTube Email us at pastorandphilosopher@gmail.com Cheers!

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Donna Bowman entitled, Even God Can't Have It All.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 1 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Jason Tripp entitled, Is God a Hypocrite?  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.

This week, I welcome Dr. Thomas J. Oord to the podcast to discuss process philosophy, relational theology, and his defense of LGBTQ+ inclusion in Christian spaces. As someone who is comfortable identifying as an atheist and still has a lot of resentment towards her conservative Baptist upbringing, Oord's approach to theology and his emphasis on building relationships as a key feature of his ministry was a breathe of fresh aid. To learn more about his work and browse his books, see http://thomasjayoord.com

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Bruce Epperly entitled, The Politics of Amipotence.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Bruce is one of 30 authors participating in the ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025) where he will discuss his book, The God of Tomorrow: Whitehead and Teilhard on Metaphysics, Mysticism and Mission. Register today.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Lina Langby entitled, The Holy Spirit is Amipotence Manifested.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Lina will be one of 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025) where she will discuss her book, God and the World:  Pragmatic and Epistemic Arguments for Panentheistic and Pantheistic Conceptions of the God-world Relationship. Register today.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Chad Bahl entitled, A Solution to the Problem of Divine Hiddenness.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Chad will be one of 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025) where he will discuss his new book, Mornings with Schleiermacher: A Devotional Inspired by the Father of Modern Theology. Register today.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Steve Harper entitled, Amipotence in the Wesleyan Tradition.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Steve Harper will be one of 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025) where he will discuss his new book, It is Finished: God's Universal Salvation. Register today.

In this episode Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Kelly James Clark entitled, The Power of Love.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 1 of a 2 volume work which interacts further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Kelly will be one of 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025) as he and panelists interact with his book God and the Problems of Love.  Register today.

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Catherine Keller entitled, Suffering and the Amipotent God.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Dr. Keller will be one of 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025) where she will discuss her new book, No Matter What: Crisis and the Spirit of Planetary Possibility. Register today.

In this episode Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Melissa Owens Stewart entitled, Good Lord Willing.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 1 of a 2 volume work co-edited by Melissa which interacts further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Melissa will be one of many panelists interacting with be one of approximately 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025).  Register today.

This episode gives you a taste of what happens on the Theology Nerd stage at Theology Beer Camp. These super-nerdy breakout sessions are based on suggestions from the Homebrewed Community, and this session was designed to explore the connections and contrasts between Ground of Being theology and Process theology. I was joined by Benjamin Chicka, John Thatamanil, Thomas Jay Oord, and Taylor Thomas. If you want to get info, updates, and access to pre-sale tickets for Theology Beer Camp 2025, you can sign up here. Dr. Taylor Thomas is a philosophy instructor at Boston College, a postdoctoral fellow at the Center for Mind and Culture, & host of the Tillich Today podcast. Dr. Thatamanil is Professor of Theology & World Religions at Union Theological Seminary in NYC. Previous Episodes with John Tillich and the Advent of New Being Deconstructing Divinity & Embracing Diversity God – the Ground, the Between, the Personal What we do when we do theology A Comparative Theology of Religious Diversity Theology Without Walls Non-duality, Polydoxy, and Christian Identity Dr. Thomas Jay Oord is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multi-disciplinary studies. He is an award-winning author, and he has written or edited more than twenty-five books. Oord directs a doctoral program at Northwind Theological Seminary and the Center for Open and Relational Theology. Previous episodes with Tom Big God Questions Christ, Christmas, & the Incarnation the Death of Omnipotence! Brian McLaren & Thomas Jay Oord: a God Worthy of Love Process This! Process Theology QnA Authority, Atonement, Abortion, and a Big Hug from Pluriform Love to Divine Revelation Big God Twitter Takes Trump is (NOT) a Process Theologian & Other Questions Thomas Jay Oord wants you to know “God Can't” Open and Relational Theology Throwdown Open and Relational Q&A with Thomas Jay Oord Why Go Wesleyan? Dr. Benjamin J. Chicka is Lecturer in Philosophy and Religious Studies at Curry College in Milton, MA. You can hear him on the podcast - Theology & Video Games. This episode is sponsored by the Upper Room's Disciplines: A Book of Daily Devotions As this new year unfolds with all its challenges and opportunities, are you longing for daily spiritual renewal with God? A daily practice to ground yourselves in God's presence and nurture a resilient spirit for the work ahead? Each year, The Upper Room publishes its popular lectionary-based devotional called Disciplines: A Book of Daily Devotions. Written by 53 diverse thought-leaders, The Upper Room Disciplines provides daily scripture, meditations, and prayers following the Revised Common Lectionary to help you pause and connect more deeply with God. Disciplines also includes a Guide to Daily Prayer and a Small Group Leader's Guide. Experience the spiritual renewal you've been looking for this year with The Upper Room Disciplines … and join thousands of others “praying the lectionary” and meeting God anew each day. Use promo code HBCD25 to get 20% off this popular resource now. Visit store.upperroom.org/disciplines to take advantage of this offer! _____________________ Join my Substack - Process This! Join our class - TRUTH IN TOUGH TIMES: Global Voices of Liberation Spend a week with Tripp & Andrew Root in Bonhoeffer's House in Berlin this June as part of the Rise of Bonhoeffer Travel Learning Experience. INFO & DETAILS HERE Get access to over 45 of our online classes at TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Dr. Oord discusses an essay from Deanna Young entitled, What the World Needs Now...Amipotence.  This essay is one of many compiled in volume 2 of a 2 volume work interacting further with the ideas of amipotence in Dr. Oord's book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence.Deanna Young will be one of approximately 30 authors participating in the upcoming ORTLINE25 Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (Feb. 20 - 22, 2025)

In this episode, Dr. Oord discusses and extends an open invitation to attend ORTCON25. Held at the beautiful Grand Targhee Resort in the Grand Teton mountains of Wyoming, ORTCON25 is an in-person conference exploring topics in Open and Relational Theology. (June 30 - July 4, 2025)ORTCON25 brings together scholars, leaders, pastors, and activists.  The conference provides workshops, lectures, and social activities to deepen relationships and present new ways of imagining God and the universe.  This year some of the featured speakers include Brian McLaren, Anna Case-Winters, John Pohl and many others.For information and registration visit:  https://c4ort.com/ortcon/

In this episode, Dr. Oord interacts with the work of Dr. John Pohl, professor of pediatrics at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and recent DThM graduate of Northwind Theological Seminary. Dr. Pohl has recently published his doctoral thesis entitled, A Theology of the Microbiome: An Intersection of Divinity and the Microbial Life Within Us. Dr. John Pohl will be one of many authors in attendance at the upcoming ORTLine25 Open and Relational Online Conference which will be held February 20-22, 2025.  Registration is now open for this online conference featuring about 30 Open and Relational authors/books.

Today's episode is all about our friend, Dr Tom Oord and his newest 2 volume set: "Amipotence: Support & Criticism" and "Amipotence: Expansion & Application"! This 2 volume set is a collection of essays by various scholars and friends in response to Dr Oord's doctrine for Amipotence and the argument he laid out in his book, "The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence". For this special bonus episode of The Whole Church Podcast, Joshua Noel hosts a panel discussion between Dr Tom Oord, Dr J Aaron Simmons, Josh Patterson, and Nick Polk! J-Patty, Nick Polk, and Aaron all contributed essays in the two-volume set; Tom, here, addresses their essays and some other responses to his ideas as well!.What is the true meaning of omnipotence? What is omnipotence in the Bible? What do Christians mean when they say God is sovereign? What is the problem with omnipotence? What is the omnipotence fallacy? What is amipotence? What is the meaning of God's love? What does the Bible say about God's love? What is true love of God?.In this episode, we will:Discuss philosophical problems with omnipotence and amipotenceExplain Tom Oord's idea of "amipotence"Explore the depths of the conversations more progressive Christianity can have over God's power.Don't miss any of the episodes we have done with Tom Oord:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/7908711e-0990-4e7c-b604-e5d4e6b1dba2.Get your own copy of the two-volume set of essays on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Amipotence-Support-Criticism-Expansion-Application/dp/1958670839/ref=sr_1_3?crid=37T2HMM60OLS6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XEE9LYq38lyfR7OSZhmMpJIbxNfS-PrX64nhU5hKh_usrH33CErhHg8jPjpuQ9SbrPP8XbqE-b9xaQeC5QlfHwDQ_W5eGRx0h9ewI6CTGNPblPSXZqM6ui1gvBoMYIYPX7iSL1NUHsW6wYOheATSwQ.b245iuucSjFK9YeUzkWGptZFBzvVfEDXtzuVw8RM9zc&dib_tag=se&keywords=amipotence&qid=1736648595&sprefix=amipotenc%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-3.Check out Tom's book, "The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence"https://www.amazon.com/Death-Omnipotence-Birth-Amipotence-ebook/dp/B0C1KJ499N/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2M6OYD0Q9Y6T9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9yL_6uLXRhagOjGAqlVD39as3LQsqk84IsyYMzZL2S2o2s-Urt27w-n9y98qCnSfGtS-0qjj2fWSxHbmEvhkPDWE5OtZrkkNhoWHADAepJ02lStKm3UsovOUPSQ-uz6Y1X3ddYm0CGyWz6qgKmwF6g.VN4vQ2yL-nIrVgxlh5ZSntaWMKLTmD7sXOcVn_mNj7I&dib_tag=se&keywords=death+of+omnipotence&qid=1736648574&sprefix=death+of+omn%2Caps%2C133&sr=8-1.Follow Tom on Substack:https://substack.com/@thomasjayoord759927.Listen to (RE)Thinking Faith with Josh Patterson:

In this episode, Dr. Oord interacts with the work of Christopher Fisher who has compiled a 6 volume series entitled God is Open.  In volume 2 entitled "The Influence of Greek Ideas and Usages upon the Christian Church", Fisher and Edwin Hatch explore the cultural and theological changes which occurred when Christianity encountered the Hellenistic world. Christopher Fisher will  will be one of many authors in attendance at the upcoming ORTLine25 Open and Relational Online Conference which will be held February 20-22, 2025.  Registration is now open for this online conference featuring about 30 Open and Relational authors/books.

Bob van den Oord, CEO of Langham Hospitality Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's ILTM Cannes luxury travel show. Van Den Oord details the newest luxury hotels in the Langham group and where the company is planning to expand in the future. For more information, visit www.langhamhotels.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.

In this episode Dr. Oord interacts with a section on Christian Nationalism in the book co-authored with Tripp Fuller entitled God After DeconstructionThis will be one of many books discussed and explored further by authors and panelists at the upcoming ORTLine25 Open and Relational Online Conference which will be held February 20-22, 2025.  Registration is now open for this online conference featuring about 30 Open and Relational authors/books.

In this episode Dr. Oord continues to interact with the new book from Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Susan M. Shaw entitled, Surviving God: A New Vision of God through the Eyes of Sexual Abuse Survivors.This will be one of many books discussed and explored further by authors and panelists at the upcoming ORTLine25 Open and Relational Online Conference which will be held February 20-22, 2025.  Registration is now open for this online conference featuring about 30 Open and Relational authors/books.

Dr Tom Oord joins the show again to discuss with Joshua Noel and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell ideas around the use of mystery language in the Church today. Joshua and Dr Oord have slightly different perspectives on how useful this language can be in modern contexts..What is the meaning of divine mystery? What is the greatest mystery in the Catholic Church? What is biblical meaning of mystery? What is the mystery of divine favor? What is the spiritual meaning of mystery? What does the Bible say about Christian mysticism? How can God be known with certainty? Are faith and certainty the same? What is the Theopoetic approach? .In this episode, we will:Debate the usefulness of mystery languageDeconstruct spiritual notions of certaintyExplore the merits of deconstruction and reconstructionDiscuss how the religious institutions can wall us off from better questions.Check out our other episodes with Tom Oord:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/7908711e-0990-4e7c-b604-e5d4e6b1dba2.Check out Joshua's Kingdom Hearts substack, The Kingdom Key:https://thekingdomkey.substack.com/.Listen to more of TJ on Systematic Geekology:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e

In this episode Dr. Oord interacts with the new book from Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Susan M. Shaw entitled, Surviving God: A New Vision of God through the Eyes of Sexual Abuse Survivors.This will be one of many books discussed and explored further by authors and panelists at the upcoming ORTLine25 Open and Relational Online Conference which will be held February 20-22, 2025.  Registration is now open for this online conference featuring about 30 Open and Relational authors/books.

Tom Oord (Fool's Gold Variety Hour, my actual cousin) joins the Jason Statham Film Festival to discuss Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. It's a blast, both the movie and the conversation. We try to work out how we feel about the Rock these days, revel in some big stupid stunts, try to figure out if Eiza Gonzalez was already famous when she appeared in this movie, and also we talk about the Penguin. We had a lot of fun and I think you'll enjoy it!74

In this episode, Dr. Oord interacts with the new book from John Wesley Dally entitled, Putting Essential Kenosis to the Test:  Applying the Wesleyan QuadrilateralJohn Dally will be one of 30 authors present to discuss their books at the upcoming ORTLine25 Open and Relational Conference Online held February 20-22.  To register visit: https://c4ort.com/ortline25-feb-20-22-2025/

In this episode, Dr. Oord engages with the work of Andrew Davis in conversation with Alfred North Whitehead's understanding of the goodness of God and how (not to) understand Whitehead's statement that "God is a little oblivious to morals".For more on Davis' work on this topic, visit:https://www.openhorizons.org/andrew-davis-in-munich-on-the-goodness-of-whiteheads-god.html

In this episode Dr. Oord engages with the idea of non dualistic interrelationality in the book The Great Open Dance: A Progressive Christian Theology, written by Jon Paul Sydnor.  Sydnor will be one of about 30 authors featured at the upcoming Open and Relational Theology Online Conference (ORTLine25) February 20-22, 2025.More more information and to register for this online conference visit:https://c4ort.com/ortline25-feb-20-22-2025/

In the wake of the recent U.S. election, Dr. Oord discusses the implications of ascribing the titles like 'King of Kings' to God.  Those implications include giving properties to God belonging exclusively to Caesar, and affording excess privileges and power to political leaders.In his book, The Death of Omnipotence and Birth of Amipotence, Dr. Oord makes a compelling case for abandoning traditional ideas of omnipotence ascribed to God in favor of what he coins, 'amipotence'--the power of uncontrolling love.

This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Find more episodes like this from 2024 Theology Beer Camp here: theologyclass.com/course/theology-beer-camp-2024/ Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Tom Oord, Grace Ji-Sun Kim, and Jay McDaniel at the 2023 Theology Beer Camp where they talk about religious pluralism and much more. Find Tom here: thomasjayoord.com Twitter: @ThomasJayOord Instagram: thomasjayoord Facebook: facebook.com/thomas.oord Find Grace here: Twitter: @Gracejisunkim Instagram: gracejisunkim Facebook: facebook.com/gracejisunkim Find Jay here: openhorizons.org facebook.com/jay.mcdaniel.716 Get connected to Mason: masonmennenga.com Buy merch of your favorite tweet of mine: masonmennenga.com/store Patreon: patreon.com/masonmennenga Twitter: @masonmennenga Facebook: facebook.com/mason.mennenga Instagram: masonmennenga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, you'll hear the story of a theologian who was put on trial for herasy by his denomination for promoting queer affirming theology. Thomas Jay Oord, PhD, is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multidisciplinary studies. He is a best-selling and award-winning author, having written or edited 30+ books. Academic Influence ranks him among the most influential theologians of the 21st century. Oord directs a doctoral program at Northwind Theological Seminary and directs the Center for Open and Relational Theology. He is known for his research and writing on love, open and relational theology, science and religion, evil and power, and the implications of freedom and relationships for transformation.You can find Tom on social media @thomasjayoord. His website is thomasjayoord.com. My Defense is available on Amazon, as are all of Tom's books. Support the show

Expelled for Affirming Love; But Not Guiilty: Thomas Jay Oord Join Paul and Ashley as they find out why Pastor, theologian and author Thomas J. Oord was will to withstand an official heresy trial by the Church of the Nazarene. The charge: teaching against church doctrine and misconduct for calling the church to become LGBTQ+ inclusive. And why the guilty verdict that accused Oord of leading serious offenses of which the denomination said "...Only eternity will show how many souls have been led astray through his false teaching" shook his life, took his ordination, but didn't change his mind. Find Dr Oord here: Website: https://thomasjayoord.com/ Center for Open and Relational Theology: https://c4ort.com/ Dr. Oord's books on Amazon, Including "God After Deconstruction:" https://www.amazon.com/stores/Thomas-Jay-Oord/author/B001H6OGWE?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1726177418&sr=8-2&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Expelled for Affirming Love; But Not Guiilty: Thomas Jay Oord Join Paul and Ashley as they find out why Pastor, theologian and author Thomas J. Oord was will to withstand an official heresy trial by the Church of the Nazarene. The charge: teaching against church doctrine and misconduct for calling the church to become LGBTQ+ inclusive. And why the guilty verdict that accused Oord of leading serious offenses of which the denomination said "...Only eternity will show how many souls have been led astray through his false teaching" shook his life, took his ordination, but didn't change his mind. Find Dr Oord here: Website: https://thomasjayoord.com/ Center for Open and Relational Theology: https://c4ort.com/ Dr. Oord's books on Amazon, Including "God After Deconstruction:" https://www.amazon.com/stores/Thomas-Jay-Oord/author/B001H6OGWE?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1726177418&sr=8-2&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

On July 25th, Tom Oord faced a heresy trial in the Church of the Nazarene for his practice and advocacy of full LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church's life. Listen in to hear an insightful episode as Tom Oord talks about his challenges with the Church of the Nazarene and his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion. Oord shares his spiritual journey, professional sacrifices, and the personal impact of his stance on queer affirmation. WATCH the conversation on YouTube Some Previous Tripp & Tom Pods Faith without Certainty Big God Questions Christ, Christmas, & the Incarnation the Death of Omnipotence! Brian McLaren & Thomas Jay Oord: a God Worthy of Love Process This! Process Theology QnA Authority, Atonement, Abortion, and a Big Hug from Pluriform Love to Divine Revelation Big God Twitter Takes Trump is (NOT) a Process Theologian & Other Questions Thomas Jay Oord wants you to know “God Can't” Open and Relational Theology Throwdown Open and Relational Q&A with Thomas Jay Oord Why Go Wesleyan? _____________________ Join my Substack - Process This! Join our upcoming class - THE GOD OF THE BIBLE: An Absolutely Clear and Final Guide to Ultimate Mystery ;) Come to THEOLOGY BEER CAMP. Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices