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Join Ell as she interviews co-host Rev. Liz Theoharis and new guest Noam Sandweiss-Back on their book, You Only Get What You're Organized to Take. What does it mean to be a poor people's movement? How is God already at work among the poor? And what kind of progress to you make when the people most affected by the exploitation of our society are also the people who change the systems under which we live? Dive into some of the answers to these questions and more in this episode of The Word in Black and Red.Rev. Liz Theo Harris is a theologian, author, pastor, and anti-poverty organizer. She's the founder and executive director of the Kairos Center for Religion, Rights, and Social Justice. She is also ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church USA, co-pastor of the Freedom Church of the Poor, and Teaches at Union Theological Seminary in New York.Noam Sandweiss-Back is the program coordinator at the Kairos Center and organizes with the Poor People's campaign. He has spent a decade organizing among the poor and dispossessed.Buy You Only Get What You're Organized to Take and request your local bookstore get a copy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In this week's episode Paul-Scott interviews guest pastor Allen Fisher!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In this week's episode Paul-Scott and Anna give updates on the Sanctuary air conditioning `and preview this summer's vacation bible school! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Patrick talk about church happenings in the summer including Patrick's favorite, his Read This Book class!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Anna talk about the effects of a recent lightning strike near the church and about a food Anna kinda hates but Paul-Scott loves! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott interviews First Pres director of music Pat Rowlett about her upcoming vocal concert!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Anna talk about Anna's professional development and the fun challenge that is Children's Sabbath! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
India and Pakistan escalated hostilities early Wednesday as India launched missiles at sites in Pakistan, whose prime minister has vowed to retaliate. 5) Yemen clarifies that it has ceased hostilities with US, not Israel; 4) Pakistan and India not backing down as threat of war grows; 3) US government to begin collecting unpaid student loans from nearly 10 million borrowers; 2) Presbyterian Church (USA) to end foreign missions; 1) Cardinals selecting next pope actually watched recent movie about selecting the next pope to prepare for the job.SkyWatchTV's Derek and Sharon Gilbert are featured speakers with Carl Gallups at the Mysteries of the Bibleverse in Indianapolis June 13 and 14, 2025. Information and registration at MarginalMysteries.com.SkyWatchTV's Joe Ardis Horn, Derek Gilbert, and Sharon Gilbert are featured speakers at the Go Therefore Conference in Brookville (Dayton), Ohio July 25–26. Details and registration at GoThereforeConference.com.SkyWatchTV's Joe Horn, Donna Howell, Nita Horn, Derek Gilbert, and Sharon K. Gilbert are featured at the Remnant Rising Conference Aug. 22–24, 2025 in Springfield, Missouri. Details and registration at HearTheWatchmen.com.Join Derek and Sharon Gilbert in the Holy Land! Their next Israel tour is October 19–30, 2025, and features special guest, researcher, author, and lecturer Carl Teichrib. Details and registration at GilbertHouse.org/travel.FOLLOW US!X: @WatchSkyWatchTV | @Five_In_TenYouTube: @SkyWatchTelevision | @SimplyHIS | @FiveInTenRumble: @SkyWatchTVFacebook: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHIS | @EdensEssentialsInstagram: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentialsUSATikTok: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentialsSkyWatchTV.com | SkyWatchTVStore.com | EdensEssentials.com | WhisperingPoniesRanch.com
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Patrick Ryan talk Revelations and the Gospel of Thomas!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
On today's program, a team of elders is recommending Dr. Michael Brown return to public ministry in spite of a recent report concluding that he engaged in sexual misconduct. We'll have details. And, the Presbyterian Church USA—historically, very involved in evangelistic efforts—is now closing its missions agency. Theologians say they are not surprised given the denomination's leftward drift. Plus, more than a year after Wycliffe Bible Translators listed its sprawling Orlando headquarters for sale, its status remains unclear with the property still marked “under contract.” MinistryWatch reporter Shannon Cuthrell takes a closer look. But first, megachurch Pastor TD Jakes has announced plans to step aside as head of The Potter's House. T.D. Jakes, the well-known pastor of Dallas megachurch The Potter's House, plans to step aside later this year and appoint his daughter and son-in-law as the church's leaders, Christianity Today reported. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Kim Roberts, Mark Wingfield, Tyler Hummel, Shannon Cuthrell, Brittany Smith, and Christina Darnell. A special thanks to Baptist News Global for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott gives a quick intro before we enjoy the Easter Sermon!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
In this episode, Danny Olinger and Camden Bucey explore a pivotal moment in the history of American Presbyterianism: the Special Commission of 1925 and its investigation into the doctrinal unrest within the Presbyterian Church (USA). Appointed to address the growing tension between Modernists and Conservatives, the Commission aimed to preserve the church's “purity, peace, unity, and progress.” However, for J. Gresham Machen, the Commission's recommendations represented a profound failure to uphold biblical orthodoxy. We explore how the Special Commission, composed of fifteen prominent ministers and ruling elders with deep ties to denominational institutions, prioritized unity over doctrinal clarity. Its influential members—such as Robert Speer, Mark Matthews, and Stated Clerk Lewis Mudge—were largely institutional loyalists who sought to preserve the church's structural integrity and foster reconciliation rather than enforcing confessional standards. Despite Machen's compelling plea for doctrinal faithfulness, the Commission framed the controversy as a misunderstanding of tolerance and authority rather than a fundamental theological crisis. We'll examine how Machen's uncompromising opposition to modernism ultimately led to his suspension from the PCUSA and the formation of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church in 1936. Along the way, we'll discuss the broader implications of this controversy for American Presbyterianism, and how the decisions made during this period continue to influence Reformed denominations today. Join us as we unpack the significance of the Special Commission of 1925 and consider what lessons it holds for maintaining orthodoxy in the midst of institutional pressure and theological compromise. Watch on YouTube. Links Report of the Special Commission of 1925 Weston, Presbyterian Pluralism: Competition in a Protestant House Participants: Camden Bucey, Danny Olinger
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Anna talk about if Palm Sunday was joyous…or hopeful…or both, or neither?!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Anna talk about the preparations for Holy Week and Palm Sunday!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Anna recap Daniel's amazing Bach concert and the recent Rothermel lecture and talk about what sometimes gets left out of sermons and why!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Rev. Jermaine Ross-Allam joins Rev. Bill Davis to continue the conversation on reconciliation. In addition to sharing about Project 180 and the work of the Center for the Repair for Historic Harms of the Presbyterian Church (USA), Jermaine takes time to define some of the key concepts that are important for us to understand when we talk about reconciliation, reparations, and repair.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Daniel Sansone, our associate director of music and organist, previews his upcoming all Bach organ concert. He talks about a few of the program's pieces and plays a few sections as well!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about Youth Sunday, upcoming events, and Anna shares the best Christmas Album of all time (a little early for the season but still!).The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Dr. David Chao joined Claire and Rachel to share about his work in the field of Asian American theology. In this theologically rich conversation, David reflects on his Reformed heritage and systematic theological training, as well as his ethnographic and oral history work on the lived theology of Asian American Christians. David shares personally about the importance of Asian American mental health, reflected in his work on the annual Asian American Mental Health Conference at Princeton Theological Seminary. He also ends with words of encouragement for Asian theology students situated in predominantly White institutions.Bio Dr. David C. Chao is the Director of the Center for Asian American Christianity at Princeton Theological Seminary. In this role, he teaches courses on Asian American theology, organizes academic programming in Asian American theology and ministry, and mentors Asian and Asian American students. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Yale University, a Master of Divinity from Regent College, and both a Master of Theology and a Ph.D. from Princeton Theological Seminary. Dr. Chao has extensive pastoral experience with Chinese American, Korean American, and pan-Asian churches and ministries and is an active member of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Through his academic and pastoral work, Dr. Chao explores the complex identities and lived experiences of Asian American Christians, aiming to amplify their voices and stories, and examining how their faith informs their engagement with social justice, identity, and community resilience. Referenced works1517 ProjectAsian American TheologyRegent College Podcast Thanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Keep in Touch Regent College Summer Programs Regent College Newsletter
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about the basics of Lent!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott interviews co-host Anna about why, how, and when she knew she wanted to become a pastor!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Associate Pastor Patrick Ryan talk about his youth and what led him to become a pastor.The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about if the Gospel and the teachings of Jesus are political. We also recap Anna's favorite sporting event of the year—the Puppy Bowl! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about how pastors interpret and translate stories from the Bible and Paul-Scott shares some stories from the litter trail!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Duane Bidwell is the author, most recently, of the new book After the Worst Day Ever: What Sick Kids Know About Sustaining Hope in Chronic Illness, with Beacon Press. He's a professor, a chaplain, and an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA). He also loves a raven, but we'll get to that.Today's episode is all about hope. Where we might find it, what we can learn from kids who have it—often against all odds—and how may serve as agents of hope to one another.We also dabble a little in birds, don't you worry.Whether you're feeling hopeful or hopeless, this is an episode not to be missed, my friends. And don't forget to check out Duane's beautiful book. You can find it anywhere books are sold. Get full access to Keep Looking Up at courtneyellis.substack.com/subscribe
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott talks with Catherine Campbell, our director of children, youth, and families. We interview this year's Confirmation class!The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina.First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at https://www.firstpresnb.orgFollow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnbWatch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEwPermission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about our recent little Eastern North Carolina snowstorm and where we're at in the Revised Common Lectionary. The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott and Anna talk about this week's ENC snowstorm and what new member classes are like here at First Pres! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
This week, we bring you the voice of Baha Hilo, Palestinian activist and educator, speaking with the Louisville Ceasefire Coalition at an event organized by the Palestine Justice Network of the Presbyterian Church USA (https://thePJN.org or https://www.facebook.com/pjnpcusa). He spoke on Thursday evening, Jan. 23rd, at the Fairness Campaign Office, on Frankfort Avenue here in Louisville. Baha has traveled to the U.S. from the West Bank to share his personal story about surviving the ongoing Zionist apartheid state in Israel-Palestine. He travels next to Columbus, Indiana for a talk at First Presbyterian on Saturday, Jan. 25th at 1:30pm. On a visit that overlapped with the beginning of the ceasefire in Gaza, MLK day, and Trump's second inauguration, we are reminded that we are making history as we live it. May we all be renewed in our commitments to work for justice, knowing that our hope is in things eternal- not just the success of our own lifetimes. We begin with a short message from Baha Hilo recorded October 25, 2023. It is entitled "Begin The Planning to Expel Apartheid." Go to https://youtube.com/@bahahilo for clickable links that were mentioned. Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 7pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at http://forwardradio.org
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Paul-Scott finally draws his star word and Anna shares what goes down when one of us gets sick and others step in to help! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott talk about first Pres' Epiphany Night, the 12 days of Christmas, the Wise Ones, star words, and the shooting star on top of the sanctuary! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Patrick and Paul-Scott talk about the Church new year and New Year's resolutions! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott talk about Paul-Scott's busy puppetry at school and we present First Pres' entire performance of Vivaldi's Gloria from the 11am service on 12/15/24! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott talk about some of the Advent and Christmas events happening this month at First Pres! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
On today's program, author and teacher Dr Michael Brown of the radio program Line of Fire has agreed to a third-party investigation after being accused of sexual impropriety. We'll have details. And, we remember two anniversaries this week—the release of a GRACE investigation into Bob Jones University and their handling of sexual abuse cases, and the fall of Mars Hill Church. We take time to reflect on both—lessons learned and where things stand now. Plus, overall membership in the Presbyterian Church USA continues to fall—except among people who identify as genderqueer. We'll take a look. But first, after a year-long battle, an Ohio church is NOT being allowed to shelter the homeless this winter. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Kim Roberts, Jessica Eturralde, Marci Seither, Bob Smietana, David Fairchild, Jeffrey Walton, Brittany Smith, and Christina Darnell. A special thanks to Juicy Ecumenism for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you. MANUSCRIPT: FIRST SEGMENT Warren: Hello everybody. I'm Warren Smith, coming to you from Charlotte, North Carolina. Natasha: And I'm Natasha Cowden, coming to you from Denver, Colorado. And we'd like to welcome you to the MinistryWatch podcast. Warren: On today's program, author and teacher Dr Michael Brown of the radio program Line of Fire has agreed to a third-party investigation after being accused of sexual impropriety. We'll have details. And, we remember two anniversaries this week—the release of a GRACE investigation into Bob Jones University and their handling of sexual abuse cases, and the fall of Mars Hill Church. We take time to reflect on both—lessons learned and where things stand now. Plus, overall membership in the Presbyterian Church USA continues to fall—except among people who identify as genderqueer. We'll take a look. Natasha: But first, after a year-long battle, an Ohio church is NOT being allowed to shelter the homeless this winter. Warren: An Ohio judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Dad's Place and its pastor Chris Avell, preventing the church from using its first floor to shelter homeless people, even as temperatures are expected to plummet later this week. Dad's Place and Avell have been involved in a dispute with Bryan, Ohio, since last year over whether it can open the first floor of the church in a business district to allow homeless persons to escape the cold. In January, a federal district court issued an order “forbidding [the city] from enforcing any alleged violations of the City's zoning or fire codes without the court's approval or the church's agreement.” Natasha: What happened? Warren: The City of Bryan and the church, through its counsel at First Liberty Institute, tried to resolve their differences, but negotiations broke down in April. In July 2024, the federal court denied Dad's Place request for a preliminary injunction to prevent the city from enforcing its fire regulations against the church. Then in September a three-judge panel of the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied the church's appeal of the district court's decision. Now, Ohio Judge J.T. Stelzer has issued an injunction preventing the church from offering its building for use by homeless persons in the city. Natasha: What happens next? Warren: Dad's Place remains in violation of several fire safety code regulations, including failure to install a sprinkler system, said Stelzer. The decision also pointed to two other shelters near Dad's Place that utilize their second floors as temporary residences to shelter the city's needy and homeless residents while in “full compliance with the city's fire code and zoning ordinances.”
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each week as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott talk about some of the Advent and Christmas events happening this month at First Pres! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
"If the Trinity is Three-in-One, then Jesus is female, too." About today's speaker: The Rev'd Dr. Ian Doescher is author of the William Shakespeare's Star Wars and Pop Shakespeare series and a priest ordained in the Presbyterian Church USA. _____________________ Join us each day for Divine Feminine, an Advent podcast offered during the season of Advent. How are we changed if we pray, "Our Mother, who art in Heaven," or, "We believe in one God, the Mother Almighty?" If humans are created in God's image, perhaps our understanding of and imagination for God has been too narrow. Every day in Advent, tune in to spend a few minutes with God's femininity – as we prepare for her humanity.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott get ready for the new church year and the beginning of Advent and also discuss our new commissioning as an official Earth Care Congregation! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Patrick and Paul-Scott talk about stewardship and we include all of the stewardship guest speakers we've heard from over the past month. The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Rev. Miriam Diephouse-McMillan (she/her) is a board certified chaplain serving in a psychiatric hospital where she sees first-hand the ways that mental health and spiritual care collide. In this powerful episode, Miriam shares stories about the ways caring for people's spiritual wellbeing can come alongside the medical care folks receive, and can transform lives, offering space for healing and hope.About MiriamMiriam works and writes at the intersection of Spirituality and Mental Health. She loves exploring big questions of meaning, hope, and connection that shape our faith and well-being. Miriam has been a chaplain at an inpatient psychiatric hospital for over 12 years. She provides spiritual care and counseling to people with a wide variety of mental health concerns and helps them explore how spirituality can enhance their well-being. She is a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary, an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA), and a Board Certified Chaplain. Her additional certificate in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy allows her to teach skills for managing difficult emotions and maintaining a fulfilling life.Be sure to check out Miriam's new book, Sacred Balance, coming May 2025 and visit her website for even more resources and webinars.Connect with us!Donate today and support our work!Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional.Join our FREE bookclubCheck out our website for various resources - including devotionals, journaling prompts, and even curriculumGet some Lady Preacher Podcast swag!Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook
Top headlines for Monday, November 18, 2024In this episode, we explore former Vice President Mike Pence's call for Senate Republicans to oppose President-elect Donald Trump's controversial nomination of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Next, we discuss the decision by an appeals court panel to uphold Indiana's ban on puberty blockers and cosmetic sex change operations for trans-identified minors, a ruling that has sparked intense debate across the nation. Finally, we examine the Presbyterian Church (USA)'s decision to restructure its operations, leading to the elimination of 12 national staff positions. Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercast⠀Follow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTube⠀Get the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for Android⠀Subscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!⠀Links to the NewsMike Pence urges Senate GOP to oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | PoliticsBritish primary school cuts Christmas references out of pantomime | EducationBiden gifted with 'Joseph' artifact from Temple Mount | PoliticsIndiana ban on gender surgeries, puberty blockers for kids upheld | U.S.Seattle woman murdered father with pickaxe on election night | U.S.Bookkeeper who stole over $875K from Florida church sentenced | U.S.PCUSA cuts 12 national staff amid reorganizing of ministries | Church & Ministries
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott talk about Sunday's art show and Daniel's organ concert! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode Anna and Paul-Scott talk about All Hallows' Eve and All Saints' Day! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and First Pres Associate Music Director and Organist Daniel Sansone talk about his upcoming organ concert on November 8th! The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about Stewardship. The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Tuesday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Patrick recap the Blessing of the Animals, talk about Patrick's big karaoke moment, and look ahead to the next Faith Formation classes. The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join Paul and Anna each Monday as they chat about upcoming church events, the week's sermon, and fun facts about the church. In today's episode, Paul-Scott and Anna talk about the upcoming Blessing of the Animals event at First Pres, the candy in Anna's office, and the continued efforts to support WNC after the storm. The conversation is followed by the prayers, readings, and sermon from Sunday's livestream service. Recorded live each week at First Pres in beautiful historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world. See more at https://www.firstpresnb.org Follow us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb Watch our streaming service each week at https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.
It's Friday, September 6th, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Indonesian pastor dragged out of church, building closed by government On August 18th, 50 officials from Jombang Regency in Indonesia dragged a pastor from his worship site and sealed the shop where his church met, reports Morning Star News. Pastor Herri Soesanto described the government seizure of the two-story shop used by his Good God Church, 50 miles west of Surabaya, as “violent and anarchic.” The pastor said, “I never imagined the violence that government officials made, causing upset among the congregation,” adding that he was threatened with jail. According to Open Doors, Indonesia is the 42nd most dangerous country worldwide to be a Christian. Matthew 5:10 says, “"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven." Chinese spy embedded in New York Governor's office New York Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul's former deputy chief of staff, Linda Sun, has been arrested on suspicion of being a Chinese spy along with her husband, Chris Hu, reports The Epoch Times. Sun faces charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering, visa fraud, and alien smuggling. Hu is also charged with conspiracy to commit money laundering, as well as bank fraud, and misuse of identification. Sun previously worked in the office of former N.Y. Gov. Andrew Cuomo, including as his deputy chief diversity officer for two years. She is also alleged to have forged invitation letters from the N.Y. governor's office for Chinese Communist Party officials to illegally come to the U.S. and meet with American government officials. U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York Breon Peace said, “The illicit scheme enriched the defendant's family to the tune of millions of dollars.” Governor Hochul expressed her outrage. HOCHUL: “These actions taken by Linda Sun were an absolute betrayal of the trust of two administrations in state government, breaking our ethics rules, and even forging my signature on documents. “But more importantly than that, this is a betrayal of New Yorkers and of the American people. Public service is a calling. It should be revered, highly respected. I am furious. I am outraged by this behavior.” Kamala's VP pick, Tim Walz, subpoenaed over $250M COVID fraud scheme House Republicans are demanding answers from Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, regarding a $250 million COVID-19 fraud scheme, viewed as one of the worst relief scams during the pandemic, reports The Christian Post. GOP Rep. Virginia Foxx of North Carolina issued a subpoena Wednesday to Walz's administration and officials within the U.S. Department of Agriculture and its Office of Inspector General. The subpoena concerns an investigation that goes back to 2022 regarding a $250 million fraud scheme by a Minnesota-based nonprofit called Feeding Our Future. The program was intended to help feed hungry children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Feeding Our Future reportedly created fake attendance rosters with the names and ages of nonexistent children and falsified invoices to create a facade of providing food to the pretend children. The subpoena cover letter addressed to Tim Walz said, "As the chief executive and the highest ranking official in the state of Minnesota, you are responsible for the Minnesota Department of Education and its administration of Foster Care Navigator Programs. Statements in the press by you, [Governor Walz] and your representatives indicate that you and other executive officers were involved, or had knowledge of … [this] massive fraud." Pastor: Jesus would've blessed mothers who abort for “loving kindness” And finally, Rebecca Todd Peters is a professor, author, and a Presbyterian Church (USA) ‘pastor.' A lover of all things baby-killing, she also serves on the Clergy Advocacy Board of Planned Parenthood. In a July 9, 2023 sermon, she lauded the positives of abortion as she preached to The Community Unitarian Universalist Church of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, reported Protestia.com. As she wore a pink stole, or priestly vestment, emblazoned with the Planned Parenthood logo, Peters lamented that pro-life Christians have gained ground in the culture war in the language around abortion so that even unbelievers view it as a bad thing or “difficult choice.” She cited Psalm 139:13-14 in which David said to God, “For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Incredibly, Peters said this. PETERS: “I can certainly appreciate the lyrical beauty of this text, as well as the descriptions in Jeremiah and Job of their certain knowledge that God was with them in the womb. “I, too, feel that I am known by God in these ways. As a woman who has born two children, I can affirm that I felt something sacred happening in my gestating body during those pregnancies. “I can also attest that I felt God's presence with me as I made the decision to end two pregnancies, and I felt no guilt, no shame, no sin.” Shockingly, on a separate occasion, Peters also made this blasphemous claim. PETERS: “If Jesus were here today, He would be an [abortion] clinic escort, distracting women from the hatred of the protesters, or an abortion doula, holding women's hands and offering support and love as they end their pregnancies. “If Jesus were giving His sermon today, He might also have said, ‘Blessed are those who end pregnancies for they will be known for their loving kindness.'” No doubt your heart is as grieved as mine over her evil remarks, spoken from a pulpit no less, as she claims to represent God Himself. Please, pray that Rebecca Todd Peters, this Presbyterian Church USA so-called pastor, would repent of her unbiblical worldview that celebrates the murder of a mother's pre-born baby in her womb. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, September 6th, in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
After the death and resurrection, Jesus early followers were faced with the question: Now What? This week Matthew Skinner joins us to help answer that very question.Dr. Skinner is the Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary. He has written about the Bible for websites including Huffington Post, Working Preacher, and ON Scripture—The Bible. He co-hosts Sermon Brainwave, a popular weekly podcast that offers assistance to preachers as they interpret biblical texts to prepare their sermons.Ordained as a teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church (USA), Skinner also serves as the Scholar for Adult Education at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis.
It's Tuesday, July 9th, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Pro-lifer sentenced to 6 months in prison Pro-life activist Cal Zastrow has been sentenced to a 6-month prison sentence followed by three years of supervised release for singing hymns and praying in front of a door leading into the Carafem abortion mill in 2021 in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, just 17 miles east of Nashville, reports The Christian Post. Zastrow told the judge he has tried to live his life “under the Lordship of Jesus Christ” and that “children are a blessing from God.” He closed with Revelation 5:11-14. U.S. District Judge Aleta Trauger pointed to Zastrow's religious fervor as the problem in her sentencing. Zastrow was one of six pro-lifers arrested in March 2021. Five other pro-life activists, who blocked a Washington D.C. abortion mill in 2020 have been convicted and sentenced to 2-5 years in prison. As Zastrow indicated, Psalm 127:3 and 5 indeed affirms that “Children are a heritage from the Lord. The fruit of the womb is a reward. … Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them.” Russian bombs hit within half mile of The Worldview staff in Ukraine Several Ukrainian cities came under major aerial attack on Monday morning. It was the most extensive Russian bombardment of Kiev in several months. Another attack in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih resulted in at least 11 deaths. Both cities were locations of Christian family conferences held over the last few days, sponsored by the Generations and Worldview ministries. The attack consisted of at least forty missiles, one of which hit Ukraine's largest children's hospital in Kiev, reports CNN. The hospital was just half a mile from where The Worldview staff was staying. A total of 37 people were killed in yesterday's bombings, reports ABC News. French Parliament split three ways Political division is growing in France. The French election has split the parliament in three ways, reports Reuters. The right now holds 142 seats, the center has 150 seats, and the leftist coalition has 178 seats. Since the 2022 elections, the left grew by 36% and the right by 50% at the expense of the center. Iran elects moderate president Another surprise election result came down to the east of France. This time in the nation of Iran. The more moderate candidate, Masoud Pezeshkian, won the national election by a 16.3 million to 13.5 million vote count. The 69-year-old cardiac surgeon opposes the mandatory hijab or head covering for women, and advocates negotiations with the West on Iran's nuclear program. Real estate values skyrocketing in Europe and U.S. Real estate prices are up in European countries. Since 2010, the largest increases have occurred in Austria, Czech Republic, Portugal, and Germany, reports WolfStreet.com. Amazingly, prices for the average home have at least doubled since 2010. Here in the United States, the average price of a home has increased by 89% since 2010. Hurricane Beryl slowed to Category 1 Cyclone in Texas Hurricane Beryl made landfall on Monday morning in Texas as a Category 1 cyclone. Galveston, Houston, and Freeport were hit with 80-90 mph winds and ocean storm surges reached 7 feet at points. The storm is headed into eastern Oklahoma and Arkansas. Over a ten-day blitzkreig, the Category 5 hurricane did major damage in Jamaica and parts of Mexico, resulting in ten deaths. Presbyterian Church USA doubles down on perversion Last week, the Presbyterian Church USA doubled down on its affirmation of homosexuality, and its opposition to pastors who take the biblical stance on the subject. The resolution to “guarantee full participation and representation” of homosexuals and individuals attempting to change their gender in its worship and governance passed by a vote of 389 to 24. John MacArthur: Biden is punishment for abandoning God Pastor John MacArthur told Breitbart News in a recent interview that God has given America up to “sexual immorality, homosexual immorality, and a reprobate mind.” The pastor said that God has taken His hand of blessing off of this society, and “what you get is Joe Biden.” MacArthur added, “The train is moving so fast down the direction of having been abandoned by God that unless there's a huge spiritual turnaround, there's no way to stop this.” He urged Christians to uphold righteousness in politics, but “to care a whole lot more about the Gospel.” Romans 1:28 and 32 declares that “they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness. … who, knowing the righteous judgment of God, that those who practice such things are deserving of death, not only do the same, but also approve of those who practice them.” Kansas court struck down ban on second-trimester abortions The State of Kansas is now a go-to state for abortion. Since 2020, the official number of child killings in the state is up 152%. At least 20,000 children lost their lives in Kansas last year by chemical and surgical killings. And, in a 5-1 decision, the Kansas Supreme Court struck down a ban on second-trimester abortions on Friday, reports The Associated Press. The high court argued that the state constitution guarantees total access to abortion. Any legislative restrictions would then be deemed unconstitutional. The only conservative on the court warned that the state is becoming known as “a legal regime of unrestricted access to abortion.” Jewish man shares how he trusted Jesus as Savior As Kevin Swanson travels and speaks abroad, I guest host for him today on Generations Radio. I interview Rich Flashman, a Jewish man who trusted Jesus Christ as Messiah. When he went off to the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, an Evangelical Christian knocked on his dorm room door. FLASHMAN: “I got a knock on my door and I opened the door and a young man says, 'Hi, my name is Paul. I could talk to you about establishing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.” McMANUS: “Woah.” FLASHMAN: “'Well,' I said, ‘I'm sorry, Paul. I'm Jewish.' He goes, ‘That's okay. So was He.'” McMANUS: (laughs) “Did that surprise you?” FLASHMAN: “You know, I knew Jesus was Jewish, you know, but you know, it's just yeah. But I laughed when he said, like you. I invited him in. I invited my Jewish friends from down the hall as well to listen to him. And he shared the gospel sure that Jesus was the Jewish Messiah, He lived a perfect life. He taught on the kingdom of heaven, kingdom of God, that He suffered and died for our sins, and He rose again, and He gives new life to anyone who believes. “So I said, ‘Why do you think that? And he said, ‘It's an historic fact.' And I said, ‘Well, where's your historic data?' He said, ‘The Bible.' I said, ‘Come on, Paul -- oral tradition, human writing, you know, come on.' He goes, ‘No, the Bible is an historical document. Read it.'” Eventually, after reading Isaiah 53, a chapter that most Jews skip over, Flashman became convicted that Jesus was indeed the long-anticipated Messiah. Today, he leads the Manhattan branch of Chosen People Ministries, which has brought the Gospel to Jews for 130 years. Plus, we talked about their June 20th event held in Times Square in the Big Apple about opposing antisemitism, and how Christians can speak up for Israel and our Jewish neighbors. Listen to my 34-minute interview with Rich Flashman, a Jewish believer in Jesus at Generations.org/radio. That's Generations.org/radio. Republicans waters down their platform on abortion & marriage And finally, the Trump campaign has announced the Republican platform national committee has softened language on abortion and homosexual faux marriage, reports The Washington Stand as well as NBC News. The updated platform, entitled “America First: A Return to Common Sense,” will no longer define marriage as between “one man and one woman.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, July 9th, in the year of our Lord 2024. Join me Adam McManus, and my two sons, Honor and Valor, at the Colorado Father-Son retreat Thursday, August 15th through Sunday, August 18th. Go to ColoradoFatherSon.com. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ. Print story 100 people shot in Chicago over 4th of July weekend The city of Chicago turned into a war zone of sorts over the Fourth of July weekend. Tragically, 100 people were shot, resulting in 17 deaths, reports Breitbart. That's up 27% over the previous year. Chicago, like all of Illinois, has a 72-hour waiting period on gun purchases, a red flag law, an “assault weapons” ban, a “high capacity” magazine ban, and a Firearm Owners Identification card requirement.
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