Podcasts about Patrick Henry College

Could competitive debate actually strengthen your child's faith while building their confidence? Most parents never imagine their quiet kid becoming a national-level debater, but that's exactly what happened in this family. In this inspiring mother-son interview, Alyssa and Thaddeus share their remarkable journey through Stoa (Speech & Debate) and Classical Conversations. Discover how Thaddeus transformed into a persuasive communicator now thriving on Patrick Henry College's varsity mock trial team. Learn how Stoa's Christian approach to speech and debate not only builds communication skills but strengthens biblical worldview, creates lifelong friendships, and prepares students to "speak boldly and change the world for Christ." Whether you're a homeschooling parent wondering if your child could handle public speaking or curious about integrating rigorous academics with character development, this episode reveals the powerful combination of Classical Conversations and competitive speech and debate.   This episode of Refining Rhetoric is sponsored by Stoa Christian Homeschool Speech and Debate League https://www.stoausa.org/

This episode is part of our Conversations series, Messengers: Live from the NRB Conference, which features insightful interviews with influential Christian leaders who inspire biblical action across generations. In this episode, Ben Quine sits down with Dr. Michael Farris—founding president of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College, and former CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom—to explore the essential role of godly leadership, religious liberty, and Christian education in preserving a free society and shaping the next generation.Conversations with Christians Engaged | Hosted by Bunni Pounds and Ben QuineListen, watch, and subscribe: https://christiansengaged.org/conversations-showChristians Engaged exists to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nationLearn more: ⁠⁠https://christiansengaged.org/⁠⁠Support our efforts: ⁠⁠https://christiansengaged.org/donate⁠⁠Take the PLEDGE to PRAY, VOTE, & ENGAGE: ⁠⁠https://christiansengaged.org/pledge⁠

Michael P. Farris is a litigator, educator, public advocate, and communicator, and is widely recognized for his successful work on both the national and international stage.  He was founding president of both the Home School Legal Defense Association (1983) and Patrick Henry College (2000). Michael served as the President and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom from 2017 to 2022. He is currently General Counsel to the National Religious Broadcasters.  For over 40 years, Michael has practiced constitutional appellate litigation specializing in religious freedom and parental rights. In that capacity, he has argued before many state appellate courts, federal circuit courts of appeal, and even the Supreme Court of the United States!  Of particular note is that Mike was CEO of the Alliance Defending Freedom organization while ADF was serving as co-counsel to the Attorney General of Mississippi for the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health which reversed Roe v. Wade!  For his work, Michael has received numerous awards and honors, including two honorary doctorates.  He is the author of over fifteen books, as well as law review and other scholarly and popular articles. He and his wife, Vickie, have ten children, 31 grandchildren and one great-grandchild (with more to come!)  In this podcast, Michael talks about how as an attorney he helped me (Randy Hekman) in 1982 when I as a Juvenile Court Judge faced potential consequences due to my ruling on a case involving a 13 year old girl who sought an abortion.  Michael also talks about the incredible blessing of children, a concept that far too few Christian parents fully embrace. Why should we Christians buy into the world's lie that children are more a burden than a blessing and therefore should be minimized?  Finally, Michael shares about a trip to the Soviet Union in 1988 where he met many Christian couples who had very large families. And they explained to Michael that they chose to have many children to show the distressed world around them that, with God and His blessings, we can have genuine hope for the future rather than despair.

Michael P. Farris is a litigator, educator, public advocate, and communicator, and is widely recognized for his successful work on both the national and international stage. He was founding president of both the Home School Legal Defense Association (1983) and Patrick Henry College (2000). Michael served as the President and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom from 2017 to 2022. He is currently General Counsel to the National Religious Broadcasters. For over 40 years, Michael has practiced constitutional appellate litigation specializing in religious freedom and parental rights. In that capacity, he has argued before many state appellate courts, federal circuit courts of appeal, and even the Supreme Court of the United States! Of particular note is that Mike was CEO of the Alliance Defending Freedom organization while ADF was serving as co-counsel to the Attorney General of Mississippi for the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health which reversed Roe v. Wade! For his work, Michael has received numerous awards and honors, including two honorary doctorates. He is the author of over fifteen books, as well as law review and other scholarly and popular articles. He and his wife, Vickie, have ten children, 31 grandchildren and one great-grandchild (with more to come!) In this podcast, Michael talks about how as an attorney he helped me (Randy Hekman) in 1982 when I as a Juvenile Court Judge faced potential consequences due to my ruling on a case involving a 13 year old girl who sought an abortion. Michael also talks about the incredible blessing of children, a concept that far too few Christian parents fully embrace. Why should we Christians buy into the world's lie that children are more a burden than a blessing and therefore should be minimized? Finally, Michael shares about a trip to the Soviet Union in 1988 where he met many Christian couples who had very large families. And they explained to Michael that they chose to have many children to show the distressed world around them that, with God and His blessings, we can have genuine hope for the future rather than despair.

Well, well, well, the WNBA season is on the horizon, and the Cait hate has already begun. Jason reacts to ESPN analyst and on-air host Monica McNutt boldly proclaiming that the only reason young girls gravitate toward Caitlin Clark is because she's white. Yes, you heard that correctly. Winston-Salem State, the alleged alma mater of arguably the crookedest shooter of all time, posts a video of the school's 1991 basketball team. Sitting in the front row is none other than a person who appears to be Stephen A. Smith. How will Whitlock refute this? Steve Kim joins the show to comment on McNutt's early-onset Cait hate, as well as on everyone's favorite social justice organization, the WNBA, celebrating Trans Day of Visibility … no one cares. Matt Hasselbeck's comparison of Shedeur Sanders to Andy Dalton, Aaron Rodgers allegedly being sighted throwing with recent Steelers acquisition D.K. Metcalf, and hints of Rodgers heading to the Steel City are also discussed. LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey has some words after the team's loss to UCLA. Lastly, a very special guest all the way from Romania joins Fearless: Stephen Baskerville, author and political studies professor at Patrick Henry College, to discuss Elon Musk's baby-mama drama and the politics behind sexual relationships. Many topics and more like this — tune in! ​​Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor With Relief Factor, you'll feel better every day, and you'll live better every day. Get their 3-Week QuickStart for only $19.95 – that's less than a dollar a day. Call 1-800-4-Relief Or Visit https://ReliefFactor.com  Home Title Lock Go to https://hometitlelock.com/fearless and use promo code FEARLESS250 to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND access to your Personal Title Expert —a $250 value— when you sign up! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty Fearless Army Roll Call 3.0 Roll Call 3.0 continues the mission of men encouraging each other to pursue holiness and the execution of The Great Commission (Matthew 28: 19-20) by seeking alliance and fellowship with men who share our faith, values and commitment to obey our Lord and Savior. Join hundreds of like-minded men in Nashville on May 2nd-3rd for this important conference. Lunch will be included. Tickets are available right now at https://www.fearlessrollcall.com. SHOW OUTLINE 00:00 Intro We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Homeschool Interview:  Matthew talks with featured Thrive! speaker, Michael Farris of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College.  They dive into threats against homeschooling freedom and many other topics.Discussion: Government funding, Customizing education based on children's interests, The importance of marriage, Spiritual power of mothers, How dads can helpHomeschool News: Michael Farris is one of our speakers at Thrive!  Be sure to register and attend this important part of your homeschool journey.

Everybody knows you're not supposed to bargain with God. It's just a bad idea. God doesn't answer prayers that begin, “Dear God, if you just give me this one thing I'll do this other thing. For the rest of my life. I promise.”Theologically speaking, we don't give God our terms. He gives us His.But today we have an essay from someone who actually did bargain with God. Trinity Klomparens is a journalism student at Patrick Henry College.Support WORLD News Group at wng.org/donate.

Let's talk about the election. Find us on Youtube. The Bulletin welcomes guests Michael Wear (Center for Christianity and Public Life), Harvest Prude (Christianity Today), Justin Giboney (AND Campaign), Nicole Martin (Christianity Today), and Marvin Olasky (author and senior fellow, Discovery Institute) to discuss the results of the 2024 presidential election. We cover general election results and what the voting tells us about constituents; how the results will affect issues of human dignity; and, finally, what the future holds for democracy.   GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: Email us with your favorite segment from today's show at podcasts@christianitytoday.com. Follow the show in your podcast app of choice. Find us on YouTube. Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. Leave a comment in Spotify with your feedback on the discussion—we may even respond! ABOUT THE GUESTS:  Michael Wear is the founder, president and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life. Wear is the author of The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life. He also writes for The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Catapult Magazine, Christianity Today, and other publications on faith, politics, and culture. Harvest Prude is a CT's national political correspondent and a congressional reporter based in Washington, DC. She is a former reporter for The Dispatch and World, having served there as political reporter for their Washington bureau.  Justin Giboney is an attorney, political strategist, and ordained minister in Atlanta. He is also the cofounder and president of the And Campaign, a coalition of urban Christians who address the sociopolitical arena with the compassion and conviction of the gospel. Giboney is the coauthor of Compassion (&) Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement. Nicole Martin serves Christianity Today as chief impact officer after serving on its board of directors. Martin oversees three major strategic initiatives that are shaping the future of CT: the Global Initiative, the Big Tent Initiative, and the Next Gen Initiative.  Marvin Olasky is a senior fellow of Discovery Institute and its Center for Science and Culture. He edited World magazine from 1992 to 2021 and was a professor, provost, chairholder, and dean at The University of Texas at Austin, The King's College, Patrick Henry College, and the World Journalism Institute from 1983 to 2021. He is the author of 28 books, including The Tragedy of American Compassion, Fighting for Liberty and Virtue, Abortion Rites, Reforming Journalism, and Lament for a Father. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a weekly (and sometimes more!) current events show from Christianity Today hosted and moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor in chief) and Mike Cosper (director, CT Media). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Farris, founder and former President of the Home School Legal Defense Association, and he also started Patrick Henry College. He is also lead attorney challenging the Johnson Amendment. Johnson Amendment Federal Lawsuit filed

On this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Elizabeth Pittman is joined by guest Dr. Gene Edward Veith Jr. as he talks about his new book, Embracing Your Lutheran Identity. Gene takes listeners and readers on a journey from the early church through the Reformation to Lutheranism today. Elizabeth discusses how his newest work helps us to see why the stories from these eras are important to our Lutheran identity. Embracing Your Lutheran Identity will release on August 27 and is available for pre-order now on cph.org. Show NotesIn Embracing Your Lutheran Identity, Gene Edward Veith Jr. uncovers inspiring stories and characters from church history with whom you share an identity.Writing not as a scholar, pundit, or apologist, but as a teacher, Gene Edward Veith Jr. talks about how his new book will guide readers through the Holy Spirit's work from the early church, through the Reformation, and into Lutheranism today through engaging accounts, modern parallels, and thought-provoking questions. Gene also discusses why our baptismal identity is important to our faith lives, why we study connections to the early church and more. QuestionsHow does having a strong Lutheran identity help strengthen our identity in Christ?Culture today is preoccupied with ethnicity, social status, race, and identity. How does the Bible address these preoccupations? Why is our baptismal identity so much more important than any other way we identify ourselves?What parallels are there between the difficulties of Christians today and the Christians of the early church?Why is it helpful for us to think of our church and ourselves as being connected to the early church?What lessons can we learn from the medieval church?Tell us about the rise of American Lutheranism. You write that “Lutheranism offers the kind of Christianity that best speaks to the spiritual issues of today.” Why is this?About the GuestGene Edward Veith Jr. is a retired English professor and college administrator, most recently at Patrick Henry College and Concordia University Wisconsin. He is the author of twenty-seven books, including Authentic Christianity: How Lutheran Theology Speaks to a Postmodern World; Christianity in an Age of Terrorism, and God at Work. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Kansas and currently lives in St. Louis with his wife, Jackquelyn. 

In today's episode, we chat with Jack Haye, President of Patrick Henry College. Discover how the principles of classical Christian education shape this school and how they uphold their mission of training intellectually and spiritually grounded leaders who will positively impact society.If you're looking for a post-high school experience that aligns with the K-12 classical Christian education children receive through Veritas Press, visit Patrick Henry College!

In this episode, Gavi is joined by Chad Harris to talk about Generation Joshua and Patrick Henry College, two offshoots of the HSLDA which seek to promote christian nationalism in the US government.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael P. Farris - Counselor to the President of Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) and the General Counsel of the NATIONAL RELIGIOUS BROADCASTERS (NRB) - is our guest at Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan Podcast.     Michael P. Farris has been an active conservative leader since the late 1970s. He was the founding president of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College.  I Michael is a honors graduate of Western Washington State College (BA, Political Science), Gonzaga University School of Law (JD), and the University of London (LLM, Public International Law). He is married to Vickie and they have 10 children and approximately three times that number of grandchildren. He is also an Elder at Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia.   Michael's message will encourage you.        We at Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan Podcast - are here to help you.                For more training - individual, group or company training - go to: https://www.virginiaprodanbooks.com/freedom-coaching          Follow Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan  Podcast at: https://open.spotify.com/show/7kHPeoAgbkAHCg2C6RApEZ to hear encouraging & inspiring messages.             Order your signed copy(s) of Virginia Prodan 's memoir #SavingMyAssassin - directly here: https://virginiaprodanbooks.com/product/book/              Invite Virginia Prodan  to speak at your events - go to: https://lnkd.in/eQwj4R2u                  Follow Virginia Prodan   on:   Twitter : https://twitter.com/VirginiaProdan    Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/virginia.prodan.1   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia-prodan-0244581b/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virginiaprodan/   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VirginiaProd   Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan  Podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7kHPeoAgbkAHCg2C6RApEZ   Donate to Virginia Prodan  Ministries - here: https://www.virginiaprodan.com/donate/

Life issues have a tendency to become controversial topics. Take, for example, the issues of abortion, co-habitation, promiscuity, pornography, and gender ideology - they're probably not the first topics you'd broach at the lunch table. It's easy to remain silent. If we do, there's no accusation of hypocrisy or self-righteousness, no one implying we should mind our own business. And don't we all struggle with sin anyway? Yet, no matter how easy it might be to remain silent, we know Christians are called to be light and salt in the world. Even more, the Gospel reminds us that God has showered us with such an abundance of love that it overflows onto others. We get to be Gospel-motivated voices for life! Join us as we talk with Dr. Gene Veith and explore whether or not a Christian is called to a confession, especially in the realm of life issues, and, if so, how he or she should carry out that calling.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dr. Gene Edward Veith, Jr., is a writer and a retired literature professor.  He is Provost Emeritus at Patrick Henry College and the Director of the Cranach Institute at Concordia Theological Seminary in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.  He previously served as Culture Editor of WORLD MAGAZINE and Professor of English and Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences at Concordia University Wisconsin. He is the author of 28 books, including Postmodern Times: A Christian Guide to Contemporary Thought and Culture, The Spirituality of the Cross: The Way of the First Evangelicals, Classical Education, and God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life.Dr. Veith graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1973 and received a Ph.D. in English from the University of Kansas in 1979.  He has honorary doctorates from Concordia Theological Seminary (2005), Concordia University California (2014), and Patrick Henry College (2016).  He has taught at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College and was a Visiting Professor at Wheaton College, Gordon College, and Regent College (Vancouver).  He was also a Visiting Lecturer at the Estonian Institute of Humanities in Tallinn, Estonia. He and his wife Jackquelyn have three grown children and twelve grandchildren.  They live in Blackwell, Oklahoma.Read Dr. Vieth's article from Tabletalk magazine here.Learn more about using your Gospel-motivated voice 4 LIFE at Y4Life.org.

Friend of Trace - Michael Farris Michael P. Farris is a lawyer and founder of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College. He is the former President & CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom, which he served from 2017 until 2022. Michael is also an author. He's written several titles on homeschooling and parenting. Bring up a Child the Way He Should Go Trace Embry, Michelle Hill and guest attorney, Michael Farris from Alliance Defending Freedom discuss the importance of standing up for family's religious convictions and liberties. Michael claims that the government is overstepping its boundaries and imposing its power on parents, particularly in the realm of education. He believes that parents should have the right to direct the upbringing of their children, especially in terms of their moral and religious beliefs. He also discusses the issue of critical race theory and critical gender theory in public schools, arguing that these theories are promoting a form of systemic racism and undermining parental rights. Michael Farris encourages parents to consider alternatives to public schooling and to fight back against these issues through litigation. Episode Highlights: Why Christian parents need to know about Alliance Defending Freedom.  What is the most pressing issue regarding parental rights? Michael Farris' take on systemic racism and the public school system. Is your religious freedom at risk? Image from Canva

Friend of Trace - Michael Farris Michael P. Farris is a lawyer and founder of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College. He is the former President & CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom, which he served from 2017 until 2022. Michael is also an author. He's written several titles on homeschooling and parenting. Bring up a Child the Way He Should Go Trace Embry, Michelle Hill and guest attorney, Michael Farris from Alliance Defending Freedom discuss the importance of standing up for family's religious convictions and liberties. Michael claims that the government is overstepping its boundaries and imposing its power on parents, particularly in the realm of education. He believes that parents should have the right to direct the upbringing of their children, especially in terms of their moral and religious beliefs. He also discusses the issue of critical race theory and critical gender theory in public schools, arguing that these theories are promoting a form of systemic racism and undermining parental rights. Michael Farris encourages parents to consider alternatives to public schooling and to fight back against these issues through litigation. Episode Highlights: Why Christian parents need to know about Alliance Defending Freedom.  What is the most pressing issue regarding parental rights? Michael Farris' take on systemic racism and the public school system. Is your religious freedom at risk? Image from Canva

Was the 1787 Convention the result of a "runaway convention" that operated illegally? In this essay Michael P. Farris, JD, LLM, argues convincingly that the Philadelphia Convention was lawfully conducted. Farris has argued successfully at the Supreme Court level, helped legalize homeschooling in all 50 states with his Home School Legal Defense Association, served as President for Alliance for Defending Freedom, and taught constitutional law for 17 years at Patrick Henry College. He is the co-founder and Senior Advisor for COS Action. Download this Essay Download the full Law Review Article by Michael Farris

How do we embrace change? Sometimes, it's hardest to do at home. Howard Schmidt joins your host, Jim Mason, to discuss Howard's homeschool journey as a parent, his career as Vice President & General Manager at Lennox International, and his newest adventure working in the academic setting at Patrick Henry College as Executive Vice President. Gain insight into how he is equipping leaders to view challenges as opportunities in an ever-changing environment.  “Maybe you're going through a time of flux [in your home education journey], maybe it's a difficult time. Just hit the slow down [button] (but never [the] stop button) and pray about it! Find some people to sit down and have the discussion. Why are we here? Why do we do this? And I can tell you, the purpose of homeschooling is so immense”—Howard Schmidt

Why call an Article V convention of the states, and why now? Michael P. Farris, JD, LLM, shares four major problems that Convention of States Action seeks to address. Farris has argued successfully at the Supreme Court level, helped legalize homeschooling in all 50 states with his Home School Legal Defense Association, served as President for Alliance for Defending Freedom, and taught constitutional law for 17 years at Patrick Henry College. He is the co-founder and Senior Advisor for COS Action. Download this Essay

This is the third in a three-part series on the movement for religious freedom in the U.S. legal system today. Check out the first part about how Christians who refuse to take a COVID-19 vaccine face "medical death row" hereand the second part about the "rise of global censorship" here. Mike Farris, general counsel with the National Religious Broadcasters and the founder of Patrick Henry College, says the far-left smear factory the Southern Poverty Law Center needs to be "buried down deep.""It's not that they're left-wing," Farris told "The Daily Signal Podcast" in an interview at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in February. "They hate the principle that you're allowed to differ, and that is un-American."Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, Andy talks with Brad Littlejohn. Brad is the Founder and former President of the Davenante Institute and is a fellow at Ethics and Public Policy Center. He has also taught at Moody Bible Institute, Bethlehem College and Seminary, and Patrick Henry College.Andy and Brad discuss his new book, Why Do Protestants Convert?, they talk about the psychological, theological, and sociological reasons for why some young Protestants are converting to Catholicism and even Eastern Orthodoxy. They also talk about young Christians' desire for doctrinal clarity and even certainty. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetworkFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetworkEmail us at andy@optivnetwork.com with your questions!Music: "nesting" by Birocratic (http://birocratic.lnk.to/allYL)

- JACK HAYE: "The President of Patrick Henry College - Jack Haye - Joins Roger to Discuss PHC's Upcoming STUDENT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT Happening Saturday 24 February at Calvary Chapel Mission Viejo" - "Why is the So Much UPROAR Over Alistair Begg's Comments About Whether or Not to Attend a 'Gay' Wedding?"

Originally Recorded August 23rd, 2023 (before the resignation of Harvard President Claudine Gay) About Professor Jesse Merriam: https://www.phc.edu/faculty/jmerriam Check out Professor Merriam's essay in the Claremont Review of Books, titled The Affirmative Action Regime: https://claremontreviewofbooks.com/the-affirmative-action-regime/ Get full access to Unlicensed Philosophy with Chuong Nguyen at musicallyspeaking.substack.com/subscribe

What are the characteristics of genuine charity? During this week's episode of Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer and James Whitford explore this question together.James Whitford is the Founder and CEO of True Charity. James founded the True Charity Initiative to advance the cause of privately funded effective charity at the most local level nationally. His work has appeared in the Heritage Foundation's Index of Culture and Opportunity, Patrick Henry College's Newsmaker Series, World, The Christian Post, and The Hill.Jeremy and James start their conversation with background on the Watered Gardens ministry and how trial and error helped shape its mission to address the root causes of poverty. They cover entitlement mentality, restoring dignity, practical interventions, and more. This week's episode is a perfect transition into your Thanksgiving weekend and the giving season. You can find Givers, Doers, & Thinkers here at Philanthropy Daily, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music,  Buzzsprout, and wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear your thoughts, ideas, questions, and recommendations for the podcast! You can shoot Katie Janus, GDT's producer, an email anytime!Center for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

In this episode:Jesse Merriam, professor of constitutional studies at Patrick Henry College, joins the podcast to talk about how we got our antiracist Constitutionhow Brown v. Board's jurisprudence unleashed a diversity regime that has usurped the written Constitution and the principles of a free societywhat we can expect for the future of affirmative action in light of the recent Supreme Court decisions challenging affirmative actionTexts Mentioned:How We Got our Antiracist Constitution by Jesse MerriamBrown v. Board of EducationWe The PeopleThree Volume Trilogy by Bruce AckermanGovernment by Judiciary by Raoul BergerThe Warren Revolutionby L. Brent Bozell, Jr.“Originalism and the Desegregation Decisions” by Michael McConnell“The Originalist Case for Brown v. Board of Education” by Michael McConnell“The Original Intent—As Perceived by Michael McConnell” by Raoul BergerThomas Jefferson to Henri Gregoire, February 25, 1809Plessy v. Ferguson“The Affirmative Action Regime” by Jesse MerriamStudents for Fair Admission v. HarvardGrutter v. BollingerBecome a part of ISI:Become a MemberSupport ISIUpcoming ISI Events

In this episode, we speak to Dr Roberta Bayer about the Christian Platonism of the Canadian philosopher, George Grant. Dr Bayer is a professor at Patrick Henry College, former editor of The Anglican Way magazine, and scholar working in political theory and philosophical theology. In this conversation, she helps Fr Jamie and Clinton consider what has gone wrong in modern philosophy and how Plato and the Prayer Book can inform our understanding of God and the good life.  Thanks for listening. To get in touch, please send an email to holycofe@gmail.comand follow us on Twitter @holycofe1.

Our guest this week is Bob West of Colorado Springs, CO a retired IT professional and founder and president of Need Project, a non-profit serving families impacted by special healthcare needs.Bob and his wife, Sue, have been married for 32 years and are the proud parents of three: Monica (25), Jonathan (27) and Kyle (30) who has Cerebral Palsy. At age seven, Kyle had the good fortune to meet Dr. James Dobson, founder of Focus On The Family and from that point forward, Kyle was on a different trajectory. He would eventually go to Patrick Henry College and earn a Bachelors of Arts degree on disability in the ancient world.It's an uplifting story about faith, family and about helping those impacted by disability to reach their full God given potential. It's all on this week's Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad Podcast.Show Notes - Email – bob.west@needproject.orgPhone – 719-930-9036Website – http://www.needproject.org/YouTube - https://youtu.be/clowniPOlGg 3:20 at 3:20 video, conversation with James Dobson. YouTube #2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUCTjXZ8mBU&t=32sLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-hendershot-a802943b/Fox21 News story - https://www.fox21news.com/living-local/need-project-is-connecting-families-to-resources/Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated. There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channe... Please support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/do...Find out about Horizon Therapeutics – Science and Compassion Working Together To Transform Lives. https://www.horizontherapeutics.com/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/Register for the May 20, 2023 SFN Dads Virtual Conference: https://21stcenturydads.org/2023-sfn-dads-virtual-conference/Discover more about the Dads Honor Ride 2023 - https://21stcenturydads.org/2023-dads-honor-ride/#author, #ca, #charity, #comedian, #comedy, #cubs, #dad, #father, #harvey, #hollywood, #il, #movies, #ms, #race, #sherman-oaks, #sinatra, #tonight-show, #tv

Michael P. Farris - Counselor to the President of Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) and the General Counsel of the NATIONAL RELIGIOUS BROADCASTERS (NRB) - is our guest at Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan Podcast.     Michael P. Farris has been an active conservative leader since the late 1970s. He was the founding president of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College.  In 2022, he retired from six years of service as the President & CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom. Mike continues to serve ADF as Counselor to the President & CEO. He also serves the National Religious Broadcasters as its General Counsel.  Mike has written fifteen books and numerous scholarly and popular articles. His 2017 article “Defying Conventional Wisdom: The Constitution Was Not the product of a Runaway Convention,” 40 Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy 63 definitively answers the left-wing myth that defames the legitimacy of the Constitution. A honors graduate of Western Washington State College (BA, Political Science), Gonzaga University School of Law (JD), and the University of London (LLM, Public International Law). Mike is married to Vickie and they have 10 children and approximately three times that number of grandchildren. He is also an Elder at Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia.   Michael's message will encourage you. We - at Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan Podcast - are here to help you.      Virginia Prodan  had been in your place and God helped me to fight and win as her faith was under attack in #Socialist  #Romania or even here in #America. You too can learn how to do that too - just apply for this special - individual or group training; - here: https://lnkd.in/e6JP4KA Order your signed copy(s) of her memoir #SavingMyAssassin - to learned with God to be a messenger of hope - here: https://lnkd.in/ecQnD6X            Invite Virginia Prodan to speak at your events : https://lnkd.in/eQwj4R2u Subscribe for FREE - Our Courageous #Leadership with Virginia Prodan #Podcast - here : https://lnkd.in/g_5nqzJj           Follow - Virginia Prodan on :   Twitter : https://lnkd.in/gyDX5isA Facebook: https://lnkd.in/g7ytqY9y LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gsFnMcsX Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gWYpEifa Youtube: https://lnkd.in/eJXWPHU Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan #Podcast at: Edifi : https://lnkd.in/g_5nqzJj  

In the early 1980s, Mike and Vickie Farris, parents of ten, began homeschooling and never looked back. In this compelling episode, Zan and Mike discuss the years they worked together on homeschool legislation, as well as what motivated Mike to start HSLDA, NCFCA homeschool speech and debate, and Patrick Henry College. You'll be inspired by Mike's faith, his commitment to marriage and family, and his desire to be used by God to serve others. LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODEzantyler.com/podcast/034-mike-farris PODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/podcastMike Farris | Protector of Homeschooling - Part 1 | Episode 034

Is the government or the family in charge of children in America? In today's episode, Rita Peters is joined by Michael Farris, the founder of the Homeschool Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College, former CEO for Alliance for Defending Freedom, and Co-founder of Convention of States. He answers questions related to homeschooling, transgender operations for children, and more. 

Hour 3: Missouri Lt Governor Mike Kehoe joins Mark Reardon to discuss his thoughts on the Chinese balloon that flew over Missouri, his reaction to the Wash U Transgender Center investigation, and more! Then, Spencer Dahlke, an intern with The Federalist and Journalism major at Patrick Henry College joins Mark to discuss his latest piece headlined, "Colorado School Board Hits Back After MSNBC Smear Campaign." Later, Mark brings you the Audio Cut of the Day!

SEASON 5 EPISODE 15 Join Nick & Peter of the Guilt Grace Gratitude Podcast as they continue Season 5, Reformed Apologetics, with a discussion about Christianity's place in a post-modern landscape. Dr. Gene Edward Veith (PhD., University of Kansas) is provost and professor of literature emeritus at Patrick Henry College. He previously worked as the culture editor of World magazine and regularly blogs on Patheos. Veith and his wife, Jackquelyn, have three grown children and seven grandchildren. Special thanks to Crossway for providing us the resources for this interview! Book(s) used for this conversation: Post-Christian: A Guide to Contemporary Faith and Culture Have Feedback or Questions? Email us at: guiltgracepod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram: @guiltgracepod Follow us on Twitter: @guiltgracepod Find us on YouTube: Guilt Grace Gratitude Podcast Please rate and subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you use! Looking for a Reformed Church? North American Presbyterian & Reformed Churches --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gggpodcast/support

A debate between Jonathan Leeman and Brad Littlejohn on "Religious Liberty and the Common Good," hosted by Colorado Christian University (www.ccu.edu). Christianity in America faces dire threats from two directions. On the one hand, unfriendly government bureaucrats and downright hostile woke activists are tightening the screws on Christians' freedom of worship, expression, and conscience. At the same time, churches themselves are not immune to the profound crisis of authority that has engulfed our public life, and the reflexive “me and my rights” individualism that has undermined the very concept of institutional norms and the common good. How can we stand up for authentic religious liberty in an age of license and moral chaos? And on what basis should we advocate in the public square for policies that protect the church? Different Protestant traditions have offered sharply different understandings of the relationship between individual conscience, the institutional church, and the responsibility of civil government. Jonathan Leeman is the editorial director for 9Marks. After doing undergraduate and graduate degrees in political science, Jonathan began his career in journalism where he worked as an editor for an international economics magazine in Washington, D.C. Since his call to ministry, Jonathan has earned a master of divinity and a Ph.D. in theology and worked as an interim pastor. Today he edits the 9Marks series of books as well as the 9Marks Journal and is the co-host of Pastors Talk. He has written for a number of publications and is the author or editor of a number of books. Jonathan lives with his wife and four daughters in a suburb of Washington, DC and serves as an elder at Cheverly Baptist Church. He teaches adjunctively at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and the Reformed Theological Seminary. You can follow him on Twitter at @JonathanLeeman. Dr. Bradford Littlejohn (Ph.D., University of Edinburgh) is the Founder and President of the Davenant Institute. He also works as a Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center and has taught for several institutions, including Moody Bible Institute-Spokane, Bethlehem College and Seminary, and Patrick Henry College. He is recognized as a leading scholar of the English theologian Richard Hooker and Has published and lectured extensively in the fields of Reformation history, Christian ethics, and political theology. He lives in Landrum, SC with his wife, Rachel, and four children. Follow him on Twitter at @WBLITTLEJOHN

How do we go about making big decisions? Quin sits down to talk with former TeenPacter and staffer Rachel Adams on this topic!   Rachel Adams graduated from Patrick Henry College in 2015 with a degree in journalism. After working for several years in the field, including work for WORLD News Group, Rachel decided to shift careers […] The post How to Make Big Decisions appeared first on TeenPact.

What makes a good story? And what role does storytelling play in journalism? In this episode, HSLDA President Jim Mason talks with Dr. Les Sillars (Patrick Henry College Professor of Journalism) and Emma Perley (a journalism student at Patrick Henry College) about the creation of Doubletake, a new student-run podcast produced in collaboration with World News Group. They discuss the gargantuan effort required to produce an investigative podcast that effectively tells genuine and compelling stories.   “In order to tell a really good narrative story, you have to really know the people. You have to really do your research. You have to do the interviews. You have to really be thoughtful in the way that you approach these people's stories because a lot of them are really difficult. . . . When you put together an hour-long podcast, you really get to the truth of things and you really can dig down deep into what's behind these people's stories. Like what motivates them? What do they believe? What do they understand about the world?”—Emma Perley 

Some remarks by Davenant President ,Dr. Brad Littlejohn, on his chapter in Protestant Social Teaching, "The Civil Magistrate," at the book launch party hosted by the Institute on Religion and Democracy in Washington D.C. Dr. Bradford Littlejohn (Ph.D., University of Edinburgh) is the Founder and President of the Davenant Institute. He also works as a Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center and has taught for several institutions, including Moody Bible Institute-Spokane, Bethlehem College and Seminary, and Patrick Henry College. He is recognized as a leading scholar of the English theologian Richard Hooker and Has published and lectured extensively in the fields of Reformation history, Christian ethics, and political theology. He lives in Landrum, SC with his wife, Rachel, and four children. Follow him on Twitter at @WBLITTLEJOHN The full launch event with Q&A is available here:

To close the fourth season of Givers, Doer, & Thinkers, Jeremy sits down with political philosopher Mark T. Mitchell about why and how the health of the American constitutional order is connected to private property. Mark is the Dean of Academic Affairs at Patrick Henry College. He is the author of The Limits of Liberalism: Tradition, Individualism, and the Crisis of Freedom, The Politics of Gratitude: Scale, Place, and Community in a Global Age, and Michael Polanyi: The Art of Knowing. He is co-editor of Localism in the Mass Age: A Front Porch Republic Manifesto, The Humane Vision of Wendell Berry, and The Culture of Immodesty in American Life and Politics. He is the co-founder of the web-zine Front Porch Republic. In 2008-2009, he was a fellow at the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University.Is the system rigged? Mark dives into the details of how often we are tricked into “playing the game” that favors some and creates barriers of entry for others and the dangers it poses to the health of our republic. What is the real state of play when it comes to property ownership in America? Mark expounds on what is special about private property, how it works to help secure freedom, and what's left of our constitutional order. Jeremy and Mark also discuss work, the essentials of happiness, and the wisdom of limits. All of this and more are in today's podcast.  Are you planning to launch a capital campaign in 2023? Then, you'll want to hear from American Philanthropic managing consultant Steve Bird about the pitfalls of running a capital campaign during this week's practicalities segment. You can find Givers, Doers, & Thinkers here at Philanthropy Daily, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Buzzsprout, and wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear your thoughts, ideas, questions, and recommendations for the podcast! You can shoot Katie Janus, GDT's producer, an email anytime!

A lecture with Q&A by Dr. Brad Littlejohn at the 2022 Florida Regional Convivium entitled "On Naming the World: Education as Dominion-taking." In his talk, Dr, Littlejohn arg ues that education should be seen above all else as training in how to name the world, the first job that Adam was given after his creation. Such naming is not only a source of delight and wonder, but a reflecting back to God of his glory in the world, and is the prerequisite for any growth and wisdom. Dr. Bradford Littlejohn (Ph.D., University of Edinburgh) is the Founder and President of the Davenant Institute. He also works as a Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center and has taught for several institutions, including Moody Bible Institute-Spokane, Bethlehem College and Seminary, and Patrick Henry College. He is recognized as a leading scholar of the English theologian Richard Hooker and Has published and lectured extensively in the fields of Reformation history, Christian ethics, and political theology. He lives in Landrum, SC with his wife, Rachel, and four children.

Religious Liberties It seems that people in our government are exercising or rather imposing their power and authority on parents. It may feel to you that our government is now the final authority to determine what is best for our children. While we the people have given the government certain liberties to intervene when blatant abuses occur in our homes, these liberties have sometimes been abused. Too often we the people have allowed it. Many of these governmental overreaches have had no logical, scientific, or moral undergurney. Discussing Rights with Michael Farris Mike Farris is the president and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom and he brings to the role a diverse background as an effective litigator, educator, public advocate, and communicator. He is widely recognized for his successful work on both the national and international stages. Mike has been fighting for our religious freedoms for many years. He was a founding president of both the Homeschool Legal Defense Association and also Patrick Henry College. Mike is the author of over 15 books. He is married to Vickey and they have ten children and many grandchildren. Episode Highlights: What is the title “License to Parent” trying to communicate? What is Alliance Defending Freedom? What is the concept behind “America Bless God”? What kind of people do we need to become? How is “the separation of church and state” a slogan? Image from Canva

On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Les Sillars, a professor of journalism at Patrick Henry College, and Mary Muncy, a breaking news reporter for WORLD, join Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss their new podcast “Doubletake” and examine how technology is changing the future of journalism. You can find the Doubletake podcast here: https://doubletakepodcast.org/

On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Les Sillars, a professor of journalism at Patrick Henry College, and Mary Muncy, a breaking news reporter for WORLD, join Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss their new podcast "Doubletake" and examine how technology is changing the future of journalism. You can find the Doubletake podcast here: https://doubletakepodcast.org/

On this WPN Call #146, Dr. Jim Garlow is joined by Michael P. Farris, a founder of the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA), and Patrick Henry College. Mike is also the CEO of and general counsel for the Alliance for Defending Freedom. He discusses the recent Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson that resulted in the overturning of Roe v. Wade.     Dr. Jim Garlow has partnered with Pastor Mario Bramnick and Adam Schindler to bring you World Prayer Network (WPN), which seeks out Holy Spirit given strategies for how to be an effective and contagious Christ-follower in our present national situations. WPN hosts weekly prayer calls to seek out strategies for the transformation of nations, including our own. During these live calls, we share briefings from key leaders and then pray into what we see and hear from the Lord.     Follow us on social media:  facebook.com/wellversedworld twitter: @wellversedworld instagram: @wellversedworld www.wellversedworld.org

Join Todd and Paul for this special, extended episode of Let's Talk Creation as they are joined by Dr. David Lee of the Popcorn Theology Podcast and Patrick Henry College, Dr. Matt McLain of the Masters University, and Dr. Marcus Ross and Cornerstone Educational Supply and Liberty University. Join the party as they discuss whether creationists should watch these movies, recount their experiences seeing these movies, and of course, discuss what creationists are to do with dinosaurs, including whether dinosaurs had feathers. For questions or comments email podcast@coresci.org For show notes or more information about the podcast check out our website: https://coresci.org/index.php/lets-talk-creation-podcast/#page-content

My name is Gabe Evans, and I'm running for Colorado House District 48. I'm a Christian, Colorado native, husband, father, and own/operate a family farm in southern Weld County. I love my country and state. That's why, after earning a BA in Government from Patrick Henry College, I served for 12 years in the US Army and Colorado Army National Guard as a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter pilot and company commander. I also spent over 10 years as an Arvada police officer, sergeant, and lieutenant. During those careers, I completed a combat deployment in the Middle East, responded to multiple disasters and emergencies in Colorado, and worked closely with federal, state, and local governments. Unfortunately, my ability to fulfill my oaths has been handcuffed by the failed policies of the radical Leftists who control our state. Crime is out of control. The cost of living has skyrocketed. School kids are increasingly subject to political indoctrination while actual academic performance is ignored. That's why I'm running for State House District 48. I'll fight to hold criminals accountable, empower law enforcement and citizens to work together to improve community safety, and protect civil liberties. Reducing the cost of living starts with encouraging domestic energy production, agriculture, and empowering the free market. I'll tirelessly defend those things. Finally, I know that parents (not the government) are the best people to make education and health decisions for their kids. I'll zealously support families and parental choice. I want to put my 22 years of experience to work for you and make Colorado a safe, affordable place to live, work, and get an education. As your neighbor I promise to listen to your voices and represent your concerns. Will you join my team? Together we can stand up for common sense, the Constitution, and pass on freedom, security, and prosperity to the next generation of Coloradans! 

Jenna is joined by Mike Donnelly, Adjunct Professor, Patrick Henry College, to discuss the pro life debate post Roe v Wade leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here is an excerpt from a 2016 debate at the Texas Public Policy Foundation about the risks and rewards of calling an Article V Convention of States, headlined by Michael Farris, Chancellor of Patrick Henry College and Co-Founder of Convention of States Project. Farris gives us his unique perspective on the Article V process.

This is Toby Sumpter with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Tuesday, March 23, 2021. And we're back… Today you will hear a bunch about Gov. Kristi Noem's partial veto of the South Dakota legislature's tranny bill. Calls continue for Gov. Cuomo to step down, and a father is in jail in Canada for using the wrong pronouns.  School year's end is in sight. Homeschoolers are evaluating; private school students know finals are coming. Math and science can be the toughest subjects for students and their parents. Instead of running to resources that disagree with your faith at every turn, how about hiring a reformed, Bible-believing, Creationist who can supplement both your child's science and math needs as well as their faith? Mr. Klunick Tutoring assists parents in their God-given responsibility to educate their children according to His word in every area of their lives by delivering science teaching built on the Bible. Visit mrklunicktutoring.com. And if you or your business would like to advertise with CrossPolitic, send inquiries to Ads@FightLaughFeast.com  Gov. Noem Partially Veto's a Bill She Said She Looked Forward to Signing https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/544241-kristi-noem-rejects-signing-transgender-sports-bill South Dakota's GOP governor declined on Friday to sign a bill from legislators in her own party that would have banned transgender girls from participating in women's high school and college sports. In a statement released on Twitter, Noem said that she was sending the bill back to lawmakers for changes, and indicated that she thought the ban should not be extended to college athletes. "Unfortunately, as I have studied this legislation and conferred with legal experts over the past several days, I have become concerned that this bill's vague and overly broad language could have significant unintended consequences," Noem wrote. "I am also concerned that the approach House Bill 1217 takes is unrealistic in the context of collegiate athletics," she added, writing that banning transgender athletes from collegiate sports would cause conflict with national college athletic associations (NCAA). Michael Ferris, CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom, Chairman of the HomeSchool Legal Defense Association, and Chancellor Emeritus of Patrick Henry College was among the first conservatives to call “Foul!”  On Facebook, Ferris wrote:  “Kristi Noem, the REPUBLICAN Governor of South Dakota, has just vetoed portions of the Save Women's Sports bill in her state.  Girls sports are saved for high school. But because of her veto men can now play women's sports in college. And she took out the enforcement clause for high school sports. It is clear that she bowed to the pressure from Amazon (which is supposed to be building a new facility in South Dakota) and the NCAA.  She was considered a shining star in the GOP with a bright future. No more.  We don't need leaders who lack the courage to stand up to the corporate bullies who want to turn our country into an amoral wasteland filled with compliant consumers.  Republican leaders count on people like us to help elect them. With leaders like this it makes the need for a new political alignment all the more acute.  South Dakota deserves better. All of America deserves better. ADDITION IN RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS: Gov. Noem's criticisms of the bill can be broken down into 3 basic points.  1. She didn't want the bill to apply to college athletics.  2. She didn't want high school girls whose rights were violated to have the right to sue.  3. She had some technical amendments about drug testing etc.  Keep in mind that after the Senate passed the bill, she tweeted that she looked forward to signing the legislation.  The normal way a friendly Governor works with the legislature on a bill is to raise concerns before the bill passes. Then the legislators can make changes if agreed. She said nothing until the bill was passed and again, she had previously promised to sign it when all these things were already in the bill.  She could have easily cured any technical problems in this fashion.  But the plain fact is she threw college athletics under the bus. And she robbed the rule protecting high school girls of any real power by taking away the right to sue.  I have worked on legislation for over 40 years. These are not the actions of a Governor who wants a robust bill to pass. She broke her promise.” That was Friday, March 19th. On Saturday, Ferris wrote on Facebook again: “More on Governor Noem's Partial Veto of the Save Women's Sports Bill Yesterday, I criticized Governor Noem's decision to not protect women's college athletes from biological males who decide to compete as females.  The Governor has tried to create the implication that the NCAA forced the state's hand. (see the photo of her tweet.)  The only way this could be true is if the NCAA required member institutions to admit transgender athletes on female teams.  The second photo is of the NCAA website. This makes it absolutely clear that the rule PERMITS universities to include transgendered athletes under certain conditions BUT IT NEVER REQUIRES ANY SCHOOL OR COACH TO DO SO.  Governor Noem was under no obligation from the NCAA to issue her veto.  This is abundantly obvious because many religious colleges are also members of the NCAA. And there is no way that it is seeking to force such religious schools to include transgender athletes on their teams.  Governor Noem was not forced to make this decision. She made it because she wanted to.  Her excuses ring hollow. There is no 50 state policy—except this: every school and state gets to decide for itself.  She originally promised to sign this bill. She changed her mind after intense pressure from business interests.  All of us are going to have to choose. Will we let corporate interests dictate the moral and social policy of this country? I say NO.” Then on Monday, Noem came out swinging with a press conference defending her decision, along with a DefendTitleIXNow.com coalition announcement. Heavy weight Former NFL Star Herschel Walker was among others on hand to defend Gov. Noem and her Defend Title IX Now coaltion.  https://www.facebook.com/govnoem/videos/302511984551411 0:50-2:00 – put simply  3:40-4:16 – feel good or do good? 5:31-7:14 Suing NCAA & Defend Title IX Now.com Rally Plug Have you registered for the Fight Laugh Feast Rally in Rapid City, South Dakota, April 29, 30, May 1? Gov. Kristi Noem was the only Governor in the Union not to overstep her authority. We want to support her and we want to encourage you wherever you are. Many churches are not meeting, many Christians feel alone. But you're not alone. So the theme of the Rally in South Dakota is Love God, Sing Psalms, Defy Tyrants. Come hear talks from Pastor Doug Wilson, Ben Merkle, Steve Deace, Sheriff Daryl Wheeler from Bonner County, Idaho, myself – and hot off the presses, Pastor Joe Boot will be smuggled out of the Canadian tundra and will also be speaking at the Rally. Gather with likeminded Christians who love freedom, confess Jesus Christ is Lord over all, and be equipped to stand firm in these insane days. Go to FLFNetwork.com/Rally and register today. Remember if you're a Fight Laugh Feast Club Member, you get a $100 off your registration.  Remember: If you have a news story you think we might need to cover, please send articles and links to news at crosspolitic dot com. And DEFT WIRE dot com. Calls Continue for Gov. Cuomo To Step Down Play 1:15-1:22 – that was New York Senator Chuck Schumer and Mayor Deblasio piled on with his own doubts:  1:41-1:48 Amid the reports that Gov. Cuomo intentionally suppressed COVID numbers in New York, after sending many infected elderly individuals to nursing homes, Gov. Cuomo has now been under attack with multiple accusations of inappropriate comments and touching among female staff and aids. Then on Friday, audio surfaced from a phone conversation three years ago, in which he threatened leaders of the progressive Working Families Party, who told him they were only very reluctantly endorsing him for governor, as only being better than the Republican alternative. To which Cuomo apparently replied: Play: 2:28-2:35 Canadian Father Arrested for Using Male Pronouns for His Son https://nypost.com/2021/03/18/man-arrested-for-discussing-childs-gender-in-court-order-violation/?utm_campaign=SocialFlow&utm_medium=SocialFlow&utm_source=NYPTwitter From our News Inbox, several of you A Canadian man was arrested this week after violating a court order that banned him from speaking publicly about his son's gender transition. The man — whose identity is reportedly under a publication ban by a British Columbia Court of Appeals to protect his child — was found in contempt of court and arrested Tuesday for calling the teen his daughter and publicly referring to him with the pronouns “she” and “her,” according to The Post Millennial.  The teenager was born as a female and reportedly identifies as transgender and prefers the use of male pronouns. The father reportedly began litigation against the teen's mother after learning of the transition, and the matter was settled by the province's highest court earlier this year, according to Global News. The parents are separated. The high court ordered the dad to not stand in the way of the 15-year-old's hormone therapy and to try and better understand gender dysphoria, the outlet reported. He was also told to stop speaking to the media about the case and warned that his public attempts to undermine his child's wishes was a form of family violence, according to the article. His daughter has identified as male since the age of 11, and changed her name at age 12 before pursuing hormone therapy with the support of his mother, a psychologist and an endocrinologist, according to Canadian law firm Torkin Manes. “[The father's] refusal to respect [the boy's] decisions regarding his gender identity is troublesome,” Chief Justice Robert Bauman and Justice Barbara Fisher wrote in the January decision, according to Global News. The father's rejection of his son's identity has caused the boy “significant pain” that has “resulted in a rupture of what both parties refer to as an otherwise loving parent-child relationship,” justices reportedly wrote. This rupture is not in [the boy's] best interests,” the decision said, according to the outlet. “He clearly wants and needs acceptance and support from his father.” The father confirmed his legal woes on an online fundraising campaign soliciting donations. “The far left issued an arrest warrant on Thursday, March 04! I will be turning myself in on March 16!,” the man posted in a Go Get Funding page where he has raised more than $22,000 Canadian amid his legal fight. “I am fighting the far left based on a civil disobedience defense! I am now back in court for a five day criminal trial that will last at least five days . . . From April 12-16. That trial that could land me in jail for up to five years for speaking truth about state sponsored child abuse. FYI . . . I am blocked from sharing any videos at this time that oppose the sterilization of children!,” the caption continued. The dad, and his arrest, have been lauded by some ideologues who say gender is not a biological or social construct. “They've created a delusion, and they're forcing parents to live in this delusion,” the father previously said, according to The Post Millennial.  Psalm Sing in San Diego Stone Mountain Media and The Response Church will be hosting another Psalm Sing on 03/27/21 – this Saturday -- at 3pm at the Balboa Park fountain near the amphitheater in San Diego. Psalm of the Day: Psalm 148 https://www.christkirk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/18-Psalm-148-From-Heavn-O-Praise.mp3 Play Audio Praise the Lord, sun, moon, and stars. Praise the Lord, fire and hail and snow and wind. Praise the Lord, you kings and rulers and judges. Let everything and everyone praise the Lord. And do not think that this is just some pious, pie-in-the-sky wish. We know that it is a prayer that God is in the process of answering. What is the problem with this world? Fundamentally that it refuses to praise it's Maker. So when we call on the whole world to praise the Lord, we calling on the whole world to get right with its Maker. And since we know that Jesus rose from the dead to accomplish that – we know that it is only a matter of time.  This is Toby Sumpter with Crosspolitic News. You can find this and all of our shows at CrossPolitic.com or on our app, which you can download at your favorite app store, just search “Fight Laugh Feast”. Support Rowdy Christian media, and share this show or become a Fight Laugh Feast Club Member. Remember to sign up for the Fight Laugh Feast Rally. Go to FLFNetwork.com/Rally Have a great day.

Heavy Burdens. Today, we welcome back to the show author, professor and advocate Bridget Eileen Rivera to discuss her new book, Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBTQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church. What are the seven ways that the LGBTQ community has experienced harm? What are direct traumas the church has committed? What are indirect ways? How can we best repent of the harm caused? Bridget is a favorite guest of ours and we're excited to have her back. Bridget Eileen Rivera is a sociologist completing her Ph.D. at the City University of New York Graduate Center. A homeschool graduate and alum of Patrick Henry College, Rivera has become a leading voice on gay celibacy in the the church, helping Christians better grapple with gender and sexuality in a divided culture. She has worked with a number of faith-based organizations, including Revoice, Christians for Social Action, and Preston Sprinkle's Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, where she contributed to the Digital Leaders Forum. You can buy Bridget's book HERE You can follow Bridget on Twitter 00:00 - Listener email response 21:30 - Interview with Bridget As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy