Podcasts about Seumas

In this episode of Purposely Podcast, we are joined by Seumas Fantham (Ngāti Porou, Whakatōhea), Chief Executive of the Todd Foundation.We talk about how philanthropy can move beyond forms, reports and checkboxes — towards something built on trust, honesty, and shared learning.Seumas is clear that effective giving isn't about having all the answers. It's about building real relationships, being open to challenge, and making it safe for partners to be upfront when things don't go as planned.At the Todd Foundation, that thinking has shaped their approach to funding. Since 2009, they've supported community-led initiatives through long-term, high-trust partnerships — untagged funding that gives organisations the space and confidence to lead their own work. Seumas explained that this approach recognises the natural ups and downs that come with running a community organisation — leadership changes, internal challenges, or times when things simply feel tough. Rather than stepping away, the Foundation looks to stand alongside their partners and, when needed, work with other funders to help them through.We also talked about the culture change required for funders — to move from being grant-makers to genuine partners. It takes humility and a willingness to listen. For Seumas, that's the real heart of effective philanthropy.Away from the office, Seumas stays grounded through whānau and the small moments that bring perspective — like sharing a chocolate fish with his daughter. It's a reminder, he says, of what truly matters and the kind of presence he brings to his work.Seumas's reflections are a timely reminder that good funding is built on trust, not control — and that lasting impact starts with genuine partnership.

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 106:4-5

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Isaiah 59:9-20

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Gnìomharan nan Abstoil 2:36-40

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Lucas 7:1-10

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Isaiah 51:11

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 1 Eòin 3:1-3

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Jeremiah 18:4-6

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 5-:14-15

Patrick discusses the importance of hope within the Catholic faith, and explores the virtues of faith, hope, and charity, and provides updates on Pope Francis's health condition. He also addresses real-world challenges like remote work in the federal government and the implications of returning to the office—demonstrating how life's complexities can be handled with grace and faith. Patrick starts the show with an update on Pope Francis’ health (00:58) Matt - Most Catholics don't understand the virtue of hope (03:09) Kip - Does the devil trick us through assurance and rob us of hope of heaven? (18:26) Musk orders US federal workers to report on work by Monday or resign (25:19) Rose - In today's gospel, Jesus notes that some demons can only be exercised through prayer and fasting. Some bibles just say “prayer” but not “fasting”, why? (34:00) Seumas – Does the Relevant Radio app cost money? The answer, no. (45:23)

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Eòin 13;34-35

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Eabhruidheach 12:3

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Salm 138

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Rut 2:5

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Isaiah 12:1-6

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 2Eacdraidh 29:20-36

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Ecclesiastes 12:1-7

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Tuireadh Ieremiah 3:19-24

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 73:23-28

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air 1 Shamuel 16:1

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 2 Thimoteuis 1:8-10

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Eabhruidheach 4:14

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 1 Rìgh 19:7-8

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Eoin 5:6

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air 2 Eachdraidh 15:15

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Sephaniah 3:17

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Mata 16:17

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Eabhraidheach 13:20-21

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Isaiah 61:1-3

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 42:6

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Lucais 22:43

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Isaiah 40:27-31

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 4;7

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Obadiah 1: 21

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Colosianach 1:27-29

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Eabhraidheach 4:8-11

An t-Urramach Seumas Domhnullach a searmonachadh air Mata 28:6

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 2 Peadar 1:7-11

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Galatianach 2:20-21

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Iob 1:21-22

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 92:12-15

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 1 Peadar 1:17-21

Please welcome back to the Podcast Dr. Seumas Macdonald. Links: Website: https://thepatrologist.com/ Bluesky YouTube Intro/outro music is Funky Thanksgiving by Admiral Bob (c) copyright 2022 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. Ft: Wally Tungsten (http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/admiralbob77/65571)

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Salm 93

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Lucais 15:11-32

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air 1 Peadar 4:11

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Micah 5: 2-5

An t-Urramach Seumas Maciomhair a searmonachadh air Colosianach 1; 12-14

An interview with Dr. Seumas Macdonald of www.thepatrologist.com about his journey learning Koine and Classical Greek. He's a teacher, tutor, and author of comprehension based materials for learning and teaching Greek. He offers some very practical advice for learning Greek.

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