Podcasts about World Relief

The Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 87:47

Disney's new live-action remake of Snow White has been a disaster with people on all sides of the political divide and culture wars finding something to hate about the film, but could it also be full of important Christian theology? Phil and Skye are joined by Mike Erre to examine the biblical theme of abundance versus scarcity, how it applies to Christians, and why so many evangelicals have accepted a zero-sum vision that is contrary to the kingdom of God. Kaitlyn Schiess interviews Bri Stensrud, director of Women of Welcome, about her journey from being a pro-life advocate to also being pro-immigrant and the false narratives too many Christians believe about this issue. Also this week—Franklin Graham criticizes Donald Trump (for his language), and did the CIA find the Ark of the Covenant in 1988? Holy Post Plus: Bonus Interview with Bri Stensrud: https://www.patreon.com/posts/125693313/ Ad-free Version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/125704877/ 0:00 - Show Starts 3:30 - Theme Song 3:50 - Sponsor - BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off your first month 5:00 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 8:20 - Declassified CIA Files 17:05 - Foreign Students Status Revoked 21:00 - US vs. Europe on DEI 28:30 - Franklin Graham on Trump's Language 41:02 - Snow White Movie and Scarcity Mindset 49:15 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST 51:35 - Sponsor - World Relief: The Path - Get your FREE prayer guide: Prayers for Such a Time as This. If you want to go beyond prayer, you can also learn more about joining The Path as a monthly partner with World Relief! https://www.worldrelief.org/holypost 52:42- Interview 54:44 - Consistent Pro-Life 59:46 - The Effect of First-Hand Experience 1:09:17 - Misconceptions About Immigration 1:17:54 - Tough Conversations 1:27:14 - End Credits Links from News Segment: Declassified CIA Files on Ark of Covenant: https://www.uniladtech.com/news/declassified-cia-files-ark-covenant-may-be-found-337110-20250328?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/christianity Government Revoked Student Visas: https://www.npr.org/2025/03/28/g-s1-56780/trump-administration-advances-immigration-crackdown-on-foreign-student-protesters Snow White and Abundance Over Scarcity: https://www.ncronline.org/culture/snow-white-paints-vision-abundance-over-scarcity?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/entertainment Other Resources: Start with Welcome: The Journey toward a Confident and Compassionate Immigration Conversation by Bri Stensrud: https://a.co/d/hYNvaEw Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Immigration Crisis, with Alexia Salvatierra

Conversing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 55:02

“They're fighting their way through this crazy immigration system that is ineffective, illogical, and inhumane. … There's a wideness in God's mercy. Since when has anybody said mercy for some and not for all? … Fixing immigration is really different than blowing it up. … This is not an impossible crisis to solve. … We need to not be divided by our political affiliations. As Christians, we stand with Christ, who critiques all human institutions.” (Alexia Salvatierra, from the episode) The immigration crisis on US borders reveals a deeper crisis of humanity—another example of democracy at a turning point. What should be the Christian response to the current immigration crisis? How can the individuals and small communities take effective action? And who are the real people most affected by immigration policy in the United States? In this episode, Mark Labberton welcomes theologian, pastor, and activist Alexia Salvatierra. She shares stories from the front lines of immigration justice. Alexia Salvatierra is an ordained Lutheran pastor and a leading voice in faith-based social justice movements. She serves as assistant professor of integral mission and global transformation at Fuller Theological Seminary and has been a key organizer in immigrant advocacy for over four decades. She co-authored Faith-Rooted Organizing: Mobilizing the Church in Service to the World and works extensively with grassroots organizations to address the intersection of faith, justice, and policy. Together they discuss: Personal testimonies and policy insights based on stories of real people facing the immigration system in the United States The challenges immigrants face under an increasingly unforgiving system How faith communities can respond with faithful courage and productive grief, instead of outrage The global nature of the immigration, refugee, and foreign-aid crisis The width of God's mercy and the effectiveness of immigration and refugee public policy A call to action for Christians to become “gracious disrupters” and stand with the vulnerable Helpful Links and Resources World Relief – Christian organization supporting refugees Lutheran Social Services – Organization falsely accused of money laundering Show Notes Immigration policy and the church's response The impact of executive orders on deportation and asylum seekers Faith-based advocacy for immigrants The role of Latino churches in immigrant support How Christians can move from outrage to courageous action Immigration reform Faith-based activism ICE raids on churches Asylum seekers and deportation Christian response to immigration crisis Latino churches and advocacy Political fear versus Christian courage The role of the church in justice Broken immigration system Policy changes under different administrations Immigration Today: Stories and Case Studies An Assemblies of God pastor from Guatemala, facing deportation despite three qualifying cases for legal residency—South Los Angeles “ That's what we mean by a broken system, is there's all these little wrinkles in the system that don't work.” Detention at a deportation facility called Adelanto ”They're fighting their way through this crazy immigration system that is ineffective, illogical, and inhumane.” Asylum, ankle bracelets, and “legitimate fear” “ They said he was a criminal because he had entered without authorization twenty years before when he was a teenager.” ICE agents attempting to detain a man during a worship service ICE and “sensitive locations”—Is a church an ICE “sensitive location”? Hispanic Theological Education Association Latino Christian National Network “That arrest has provoked intense fear. … they're terrified to go to church.” The impact of anti-immigration policies on church attendance and spiritual care A desperate mother of a special-needs child preparing legal custody papers in case of deportation The economic and moral contradictions in mass deportation efforts “Cities that have municipal sanctuary laws are threatened with suit by the new administration.” The Global Immigration and Refugee Crisis “All around the world immigration is in crisis.” 1980 Refugee Act “All the countries who signed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights have to take refugees.” The concept of “Refoulment”—”which means that you're sending someone back to die.” “Not only are all refugee programs stopped, but current refugees are not getting the support that they need.” “ Costa Rica is a five-million-person country and they've taken two million refugees.” American Immigration During the Trump Administration Elon Musk saying “ that Lutheran Social Services was a money-laundering machine.” Current administration's policies as “ bold, unilateral, and so comprehensive and unnuanced” “If the Trump administration is successful at deporting ten million people, many of whom have been here over twenty years, thirty years, um, where will we find the labor that we need?” Policy and Legal Discussion The end of Deferred Deportation under the Trump and Biden administrations Executive orders eliminating prioritization of deportation The freezing of USAID and refugee support programs “All foreign aid has always been strategic. It's never not.” “Global warming refugees” “The current president of Venezuela loves gangs.” “Fixing immigration is really different than blowing it up. … this is not an impossible crisis to solve.” The bipartisan immigration bill that Trump advised Republicans to block Historical immigration policies and their effectiveness “Policy does make a difference.” Objection to open borders: What about mercy for Americans? A false dichotomy. God's mercy is wide. “We have a number of believers in Congress who are acting out of fear right now and not out of faith.” Call to Action How faith communities can support immigrants “Immigrant churches are taking the brunt of this.” Why outrage doesn't help the process Ways to engage with legislators and advocate for reform The importance of standing with immigrant churches in this moment Supporting organizations like World Relief and Lutheran Social Services “The bulk of the people in the United States, the majority, have not had to grieve on this level. Not had to grieve with this intensity, with this constancy. Our spiritual muscles are weak—in terms of knowing how to grieve and keep going and trust God. ‘Though he slay me, I will worship him.'” “Encourage literally means ‘to get more courage.' You know, to give courage, to get courage. And so I just would want everybody to stop being outraged and start being courageous.” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

Daniel Yang helps us understand

DJStrickland Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 42:50

SummaryIn this conversation, Danielle Strickland and James Scholl engage with Daniel Yang from World Relief, exploring his personal journey as a refugee and his work with immigrants and refugees in America. They discuss the historical context of refugee resettlement in the U.S., the challenges posed by current political climates, and the vital role of the church in welcoming and supporting vulnerable populations. Daniel shares his reflections on identity, faith, and the importance of maintaining a prophetic voice in a complex cultural moment. In this conversation, Daniel and Danielle explore the themes of Christian nationalism, the call to holiness, and the importance of welcoming the stranger. They discuss the historical context of Christian nationalism, the role of power in faith, and the need for resistance training in spiritual practice. The conversation emphasizes the cost of discipleship, the significance of biblical literacy, and the necessity of participating in acts of love and acceptance towards immigrants and refugees. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of moving from cynicism to hope through active engagement in faith communities.TakeawaysDaniel Yang shares his journey from being a refugee to working with World Relief.The church has historically played a crucial role in supporting immigrants and refugees.Current political climates pose significant challenges to refugee resettlement in the U.S.Daniel emphasizes the importance of the church's presence in addressing cultural issues.He reflects on the emotional impact of recent policy changes on his identity as a refugee.Daniel believes that immigrants are key to the future of Christianity in America.The conversation highlights the need for the church to adapt to new cultural realities.Daniel expresses concern about the church's holiness and its role in society.He advocates for a prophetic voice that speaks truth to power without being politically aligned.The discussion underscores the importance of faith and community in navigating complex issues. This is a moment that we're in, but that doesn't mean be passive.We lack the spiritual depth and discipline.Holiness is about being different and resistant.The rise of Christian nationalism has historical roots.American civil religion has influenced Christian identity.Christians should be subversively involved in all aspects of life.Welcoming the stranger is an act of protest.Cynicism is fueled by spectating; hope is fueled by participating.Understanding the stories of immigrants is crucial for the church.Discipleship involves welcoming others as part of our faith. Sound Bites"The church welcomed us.""This work was no longer needed.""I worry if I'm holy enough.""The fear of the stranger.""We have to reconcile with that.""Hope is fueled by participating.""Cynicism is fueled by spectating.""This is a part of our own discipleship."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Daniel Yang and His Journey07:02 The Role of Immigrants in Christianity08:33 Challenges Facing Refugee Resettlement10:59 Navigating Complexities of Current Policies17:07 Personal Reflections on Identity and Faith22:35 The Call to Holiness and Refinement23:30 Resistance Training in Faith24:53 The Church's Response to Evil25:59 Understanding Christian Nationalism27:00 Historical Context of Christian Nationalism29:46 The Role of Power in Faith32:59 Welcoming the Stranger35:50 The Cost of Discipleship38:32 Biblical Literacy and Understanding41:15 Closing the Proximity Gap43:40 Participation vs. Cynicism Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe

Chelsea Sobolik

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 44:14

Welcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let's step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let's get the good and the gold from today's guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Gathering of the Miami Valley.Chelsea Patterson Sobolik's aim is to point people to the abundant life that's found by deeply loving God and loving one another. She lives and works in our nation's capital, Washington, D.C., with her husband Michael. They finalizing the adoption of their son from India. Chelsea was adopted internationally and she cares deeply about vulnerable children, domestic and abroad.Chelsea is the Director of Government Relations at World Relief, a global Christian humanitarian organization and the largest Evangelical refugee resettlement in the U.S. At World Relief, they seek to empower the local church to serve the most vulnerable and she works on public policies that touch internationally displaced people, refugees and migrants.

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Refugee Good Neighbor Team Training with World Relief's Sero Ku Pt. 2

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 50:01

Ms. Sero Ku, Pastor's colleague at World Relief SoCal, gives some initial training for PRPC to explore potentially forming a Good Neighbor Team to an assigned refugee family. This is part two of two videos (including a number of workshop activity training aspects). Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Refugee Good Neighbor Team Training with World Relief's Sero Ku Pt. 1

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 35:19

Ms. Sero Ku, Pastor's colleague at World Relief SoCal, gives some initial training for PRPC to explore potentially forming a Good Neighbor Team to an assigned refugee family. This is part one of two videos (including a number of workshop activity training aspects). Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Welcoming the Stranger Pt. 2: Thinking Economics About Refugees and Immigration

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 44:14

Welcoming the Stranger: Thinking Biblically about Refugees and Immigration Pt. 2. Pastor Grant shares his presentation, "Welcoming the Stranger: Thinking Biblically About Refugees and Immigration," which he gives for World Relief SoCal as Site Manager for the San Diego office (his FT tent making job). This is part two focusing on the Economic Value of Immigrants (part one was the Scriptural and primary value). This presentation largely draws on the PowerPoint presentation and book coauthored by Matt Soerens, World Relief's VP of Advocacy and Policy. #immigrants #economics #immigration #worldrelief #solascriptura

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187. Refugees, Migrants, & the Church — Matthew Soerens

Cross & Gavel Audio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 46:56

Today, a sharply divided Supreme Court reinstated a lower-court order for the Trump administration to release frozen foreign aid. In this episode, I talk with Matthew Soerens of World Relief about some of the recent executive orders and how marginalized voices can help restore the American church in its places of prominence. Matt began his World Relief journey in 2005 as an intern in Nicaragua. Since then he served as a Department of Justice-accredited legal counselor in Chicagoland before assuming the role of U.S. Director of Church Mobilization and Advocacy. He is the co-author of three books including Welcoming the Stranger (InterVarsity Press, 2018) and Inalienable (InterVarsity Press, 2022). He is a graduate of Wheaton College, where he has also served as a guest faculty member in the Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership program, and earned a master's degree from DePaul University's School of Public Service. Cross & Gavel is a production of CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY. The episode was produced by Josh Deng, with music from Vexento.

Welcoming the Stranger: Thinking Biblically about Refugees and Immigration Pt. 1

DonorSearch Philanthropy Masterminds

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 50:12

Pastor Grant shares his presentation, "Welcoming the Stranger: Thinking Biblically About Refugees and Immigration," which he gives for World Relief SoCal as Site Manager for the San Diego office (his FT tent making job). This is part one, and intro to WR and WR SoCal and a focus in the Scriptural Value of Immigrants. Next week will focus on the Economic Value of Immigrants. This presentation largely draws on the PowerPoint presentation and book by Matt Soerens, World Relief's VP of Advocacy and Policy.

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Creating Systems That Are Just: A Conversation with James Misner

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 66:12

James Misner is committed to building systems that create lasting impact. Growing up near Philadelphia in the 1990s, he was struck by his community's negative attitudes toward refugees from the Balkans and Rwanda. This led him to study political science, work in resettlement, and dedicate his career to helping nonprofits secure the resources they need to drive change. After roles in refugee resettlement at Wheaton Bible Church and McLean Bible Church, he spent a decade at World Relief as Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagement, leading partnerships and revenue strategy. Now, as Founder and CEO of The Kipos Group, he helps small and mid-sized nonprofits overcome fundraising barriers and grow sustainably. In this conversation, we explore his journey—from hands-on refugee work to rethinking nonprofit fundraising—beginning in the neighborhood where it all started.

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Immigration and Asylum: Compassion in the Crisis

The Mission Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 30:44

How should an American Jesus follower view attempts by other Christians to enter the United States? Immigration is a contentious issue in our politics and culture in 2025. What should the church's attitude be toward people who are suffering, hurting, and fleeing persecution or even economic challenges? Guest Steve Moore gives his take on the current immigration crisis with Ted Esler in this episode of The Mission Matters.Steve Moore is the president of nextleader and Hold the Rope. At nexleader Steve gives leadership to a growing network of over 250 coaches who use the Identity Profile Self-Awareness Tool (IPSAT) to help people discover, optimize, and unleash their God-given potential. At Hold the Rope, he leads a startup initiative focused on helping Jesus-followers understand how God is at work around the world, the scope of the task that remains and how anyone can be involved.From 2006-2015, Steve served as the president and CEO of Missio Nexus, the largest network of Great Commission-oriented evangelicals in North America, representing churches, organizations and training institutions that send missionaries to nearly every country.Steve has provided leadership for teams serving in Europe, Asia, Africa, South America and the Caribbean. He served on the board of World Relief and on the National Association of Evangelicals for eighteen years.Steve attended Kingswood University before pursuing graduate studies at Fuller Theological Seminary, where he earned a Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a leadership concentration. Kingswood University recognized Steve with a D. Div. in 2012.He is the author of six book, including The Top 10 Leadership Conversations in the Bible: Practical Insights from Extensive Research on over 1,000 Biblical Leaders, and most recently, Grow Toward Your Dreams: Practical Steps to Discover, Optimize and Unleash Your Potential.Steve and his wife Sherry have four adult children and live near Atlanta, Georgia.http://www.nexleader.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Who-My-Neighbor-Samaritan-Connected/dp/1615217231⁠The Mission Matters Podcast is a place to talk about the importance of our Mission as Christians. The Mission Matters is a partnership of Missio Nexus and Sixteen:Fifteen, who have a shared passion to mobilize God's people to be a part of His mission.

Sunday Sermon - 2.16.25

Urban Grace Tacoma

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 21:30

Listen as our guests from World Relief preach from Matthew 5: 13-16 on Sunday February 16, 2025.Support the show

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Resourcing Young Professionals for Global Gospel Impact with Tommy Lee

Lausanne Movement Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 47:28 Transcription Available

Could the workplace be one of the most strategic mission fields today? Could your daily vocation be a powerful tool for advancing God's kingdom? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Tommy Lee, CEO of Resource Global, to explore the intersection of faith and work. Tommy shares his inspiring journey from business to ministry, how Resource Global equips young Christian professionals to be catalysts for gospel impact in their cities, and why he believes workplace discipleship is critical for global mission today. He also offers practical advice on stewarding influence, building meaningful partnerships, and taking the first small step toward kingdom impact—wherever you are. If this episode inspired you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear it! Learn more about Resource Global and their work at resourceglobal.org Links & Resources: Resource Global: resourceglobal.org Email Tommy Lee: tlee@resourceglobal.org Up Next with Tommy Lee Podcast: https://www.resourceglobal.org/podcasts Guest Bio: Tommy Lee is the founder and president of Resource Global, an organization dedicated to mentoring and equipping emerging Christian marketplace leaders to transform their cities and workplaces for the Gospel. He leads a global team across Chicago, Austin, Jakarta, Medan, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Nairobi, Pretoria/Johannesburg, and Hong Kong. Passionate about collaboration and global ministry (Acts 1:8), Tommy has worked with leaders and organizations such as A21, Navigators Chicago, Redeemer City to City, Lausanne, InterVarsity Urbana, TogetherLA with Tim Keller, and Ravi Zacharias Ministries. He has also helped plan strategic events for the Far East Broadcasting Company, the Billy Graham Center, World Relief, and the National Religious Broadcasters. Beyond Resource Global, Tommy serves as Executive Director of The Grow Center for Church and Mission at Northern Seminary, Managing Director of TogetherLA, and founder of CreatePossible LLC. He also sits on the boards of inContext and Renew Chicago. Previously, he worked in telecommunications, served as a pastor at Lakeview Church (IL), and spent 15 years mentoring students at Chinese Christian Union Church in Chicago. He holds a bachelor's degree from Washington University and a master's from Moody Theological Seminary. Based in Chicago, Tommy enjoys life with his wife, Charlene, and daughters, Samantha and Karra. He also hosts multiple podcasts—including one dedicated to his love of fantasy football, NFL Fantasy Matchup. We'd love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

Making a New Life in America // February 13, 2025

Mid-South Viewpoint // Bott Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 26:00

PJ Moore, Executive Director and Wayne Denny, Director of Church & Community Engagement from World Relief Memphis discuss how recent immigration changes are affecting their work here in our city and how local churches can become a valued resource among their efforts. Persecuted Christians population are another concern and it's increasing numbers compared to just a few years ago. The criteria refugees must meet to receive assistance, the preparation that World Relief Memphis staff makes before receiving refugees, and the services and support that they provide locally is also a part of our conversation. World Relief's eighty-year history in the United States, specifically, focuses on helping refugees and other immigrants in vulnerable situations rebuild their lives in a new country.

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656: Defunding USAID and Blue Like Jazz's Gospel of Vibes

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 88:39

The White House is defunding USAID, one of the largest distributors of foreign aid, and blaming it on wasteful spending—like a D.E.I musical in Ireland. But as Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn unpack, the real losers are Christian relief organizations like World Relief and Catholic Charities, which now face devastating budget cuts. Then, it's been over 20 years since the release of Blue Like Jazz, the bestselling book that made faith feel cool. Did it offer a helpful critique of evangelicalism, or was this the beginning of the rise of vibes-based Christianity? Also, New York Times columnist Ross Douthat joins Skye to discuss his new book, Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious. He explains why our increasingly secular culture is still drawn to spirituality and why rejecting religious institutions in favor of “DIY faith” may not be the answer. Plus, we have a trailer for a new season of Why I'm Still a Christian. Holy Post Plus: Bonus Interview with Ross Douthat: https://www.patreon.com/posts/122056691/ 0:00 - Show Starts 2:18 - Theme Song 2:41 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 3:45 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at https://www.rocketmoney.com/holypost 8:25 - Trump and Christian Persecution 12:22 - Elon Shuts Down USAID 19:53 - Did USAID Really Fund That? 24:29 - Principle of Unitary President 35:42 - Blue Like Untethered Christianity 39:57 - Consumerist Christianity and Vibes 46:41 - Why I'm Still a Christian Season 2 Sneak Peak! 48:05 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 50:08 - Sponsor - Glorify - Sign up for the #1 Christian Daily Devotional App to help you stay focused on God. Go to https://glorify-app.com/en/HOLYPOST to download the app today! 51:11 - Interview 52:30 - A Case for Religion? 56:26 - Why Not Just Argue for Jesus? 1:02:23 - Are Secular Circles Falling Apart? 1:11:00 - Fine Tuning Argument 1:23:04 - Why Not Pursue Spirituality on Your Own? 1:28:05 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment: Editorial: SIlence in the Face of Trump's Cruelty is Complicity: https://www.ncronline.org/opinion/editorial/editorial-silence-face-trumps-cruelty-complicity Contact Bishops and Diocese by State: https://www.usccb.org/about/bishops-and-dioceses/all-dioceses USAID Trump Fact Checker: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/02/07/usaid-trump-fact-checker/ Blue Like Jazz: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/01/blue-like-jazz-donald-miller-church-optional/ Other resources: Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious: https://a.co/d/3oVuOKR Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Ep 1136 | Christianity Today, Be the Bridge, & the Evangelical Underbelly of USAID Funds | Guest: Megan Basham

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 57:53

Today, we sit down with our good friend Megan Basham to discuss everything going on with so-called "charitable" Christian organizations supposedly receiving government funding through USAID. We go over Christianity Today taking government grants and the left-leaning publications that followed as well as whether NGOs can truly call themselves Christian if they're taking secular funds to promote overseas abortions. And we also briefly go over Trump's most recent executive order banning men from competing in women's sports. Buy Megan's book, "Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda": https://a.co/d/6oH2sz0 Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (02:10) Trump signs EO protecting women's sports  (10:45) USAID funding for Christian organizations (20:40) World Relief and charities promoting birth control overseas (30:43) USAID enabling illegal immigration (40:47) Other charities receiving government funding (49:56) Trump rooting out anti-Christian bias (53:40) How Megan's doing after her diagnosis --- Today's Sponsors: Patriot Mobile — go to PatriotMobile.com/ALLIE or call 972-PATRIOT and use promo code 'ALLIE' for a free month of service! America's Christian Credit Union — Switch to America's Christian Credit Union today for faith-aligned banking with exceptional rates and nationwide access. Visit https://www.americaschristiancu.com/allie to get started! --- Related Episodes: Ep 1134 | World Relief, USAID & the Nefarious Network of Humanitarian Aid https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1134-world-relief-usaid-the-nefarious-network/id1359249098?i=1000689042415 Ep 1044 | Andy Stanley, Francis Collins & the Plot to End Evangelicalism | Guest: Megan Basham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1044-andy-stanley-francis-collins-the-plot-to-end/id1359249098?i=1000664069017 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The US Aid Purge & Big Eva

Conversations That Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 59:32

Organizations like World Vision, Lutheran Family Services, and Christianity Today have been impacted by the US AID freeze imposed by the Trump Administration under Elon Musk's DOGE department. Christian organizations took no time in condemning the move because they allege it negatively impacts the people they are trying to help. But is there more to the story?To Support the Podcast: https://www.worldviewconversation.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/00:00:00 Introduction00:03:14 USAID Officials00:31:23 Reaction to DOGE00:42:26 World Relief and Others00:50:51 Megan Basham00:56:19 QuestionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 1135 | The Internet Is Ablaze over Lily Collins' Surrogacy Baby | Guest: Ron Simmons

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 67:53

Today, we sit down with Allie's dad, fan-favorite Ron Simmons, to discuss everything you need to know about Trump's tariffs against Mexico and Canada. We go over what exactly tariffs are and how President Trump is using them to advance an "America First" agenda. We talk about how well they have worked so far as leverage against foreign nations in order to secure the southern border. Later, we discuss actress Lily Collins' announcement of the birth of her first child via surrogate and the controversy that erupted online over it. After all, at the end of the day, surrogacy still hurts children and deprives them of their birth mothers. Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (00:58) USAID follow-up (08:49) Ron Simmons on tariffs (21:46) What happened with Trump tariffs (32:05) Jasmine Crockett (41:26) Lily Collins announces baby born via surrogate (56:45) Online reaction to surrogacy (01:01:10) LGBT and surrogacy --- Today's Sponsors: Masa Chips — Go to MasaChips.com and use promo code ALLIEB for a discount on your first time order of seed oil free tortilla chips! Good Ranchers — Go to https://GoodRanchers.com and use code ALLIE at checkout to claim $25 off, free express shipping, and your choice of FREE ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year. NetSuite — Gain visibility and control of your financials, planning, budgeting, and inventory so you can manage risk, get reliable forecasts, and improve margins. Go to NetSuite.com/ALLIE to get the CFO's guide to AI and Machine Learning. Carly Jean Los Angeles — Go to https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com and use code ALLIEB to get 20% off your first CJLA order, site wide (one-time use only) and start filling your closet with timeless staple pieces. --- Related Episodes: Ep 1134 | World Relief, USAID & the Nefarious Network of Humanitarian Aid https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1134-world-relief-usaid-the-nefarious-network/id1359249098?i=1000689042415 Ep 254 | Birth Control, IVF & Surrogacy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-254-birth-control-ivf-surrogacy/id1359249098?i=1000475691301 Ep 919 | No Good Surrogacies: A Surrogacy Baby Speaks Out | Guest: Olivia Maurel https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-919-no-good-surrogacies-a-surrogacy-baby-speaks/id1359249098?i=1000637866783 Ep 482 | Children Have the Right to a Mom and a Dad | Guest: Katy Faust https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-482-children-have-the-right-to-a-mom-and-a/id1359249098?i=1000534144056 Ep 836 | Surrogacy Horror: Gay ‘Dads' Demand Abortion | Guest: Brittney Pearson https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-836-surrogacy-horror-gay-dads-demand-abortion-guest/id1359249098?i=1000620814003 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 1134 | World Relief, USAID & the Nefarious Network of Humanitarian Aid

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 75:41

In today's episode, we go over President Trump's shutting down of the United States Agency for International Development, or USAID, after Elon Musk's DOGE discovered rampant misuse of taxpayer money. Despite their role of providing global humanitarian and disaster assistance, they've been sending our tax dollars to DEI training in Serbia, among other, far more ridiculous things. We also go over World Relief and other NGOs taking advantage of government funding to promote illegal immigration in the United States. And in some culture news, producer Bri went to the Grammys over the weekend, and we go over the silly celebrity speeches and review our favorite red carpet looks. Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (04:26) RFK Jr. confirmation update (10:56) Trump agrees to shut down USAID (24:18) USAID fund misuse (42:02) World Relief overview (49:52) World Relief and illegal immigration (01:02:10) Grammys recap --- Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks - Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to save up to 25% and help save lives. Cozy Earth - Go to COZYEARTH.COM/RELATABLE and use code “RELATABLE” for up to 40% off! Good Ranchers — Go to https://GoodRanchers.com and use code ALLIE at checkout to claim $25 off, free express shipping, and your choice of FREE ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year. We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, where 10% of every purchase supports pregnancy care centers; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. --- Links: 97% Of Political Contributions From USAID Employees Went To Dems https://www.dailywire.com/news/97-of-political-contributions-from-usaid-employees-went-to-dems?topStoryPosition=undefined Trump strips millions from DEI foreign aid programs funding Irish musicals, LGBTQ programs in Serbia and more https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14344255/trump-millions-dei-foreign-aid-programs-funding.html U.S.-Funded Scientist Among Three Chinese Researchers Who Fell Ill Amid Early Covid-19 Outbreak https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-funded-scientist-among-three-chinese-researchers-who-fell-ill-amid-early-covid-19-outbreak-3f919567 We Blew $17 Billion in Afghanistan. How Would You Have Spent It? https://projects.propublica.org/graphics/afghan --- Related Episodes: BONUS: Your Spiritual Duty to Vote | Guest: Josh Howerton https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-your-spiritual-duty-to-vote-guest-josh-howerton/id1359249098?i=1000675381913 Ep 622 | Pride Month & the Christian Response https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-622-pride-month-the-christian-response/id1359249098?i=1000564868929 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ordo Amoris | Dispatch Faith

The Dispatch Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 64:45

This is an unlocked episode of our weekly Dispatch Faith podcast, which is typically released on our members-only podcast feed, The Skiff. If you enjoy the conversation, we hope you'll consider signing up as a full Dispatch member today. President Donald Trump's recent executive orders related to immigration disrupted the operations of several faith-based charities that aide migrants and refugees—and Vice President J.D. Vance's comments on CBS News' Face the Nation further drove a wedge between those groups and the new administration. Michael Reneau is joined by Mark Seitz, Bishop of El Paso and chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Committee on Migration, and Matthew Soerens, vice president of advocacy and policy at the Christian humanitarian organization World Relief, for discussions about how their respective groups operate and how they're preparing for what's next. Show Notes: —Michael Warren on the clash between J.D. Vance and the Catholic Church —Michael Reneau on Evangelicals and their outlook on immigration reform Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Matthew Soerens, US director of church mobilization and advocacy for World Relief

The Common Good Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 12:37

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Matthew Soerens

The Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 44:02

Welcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let's step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let's get the good and the gold from today's guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Gathering of the Miami Valley.Matthew Soerens is the Vice President of Advocacy and Policy at World Relief, where he provides oversight for all advocacy initiatives and policy positions of World Relief. He also serves as the National Coordinator for the Evangelical Immigration Table, a coalition that advocates for immigration reforms consistent with biblical values.Matthew previously served as US Director of Church Mobilization, where he helped evangelical churches understand the realities of refugees and immigration and to respond in ways guided by biblical values. His World Relief journey began as a Department of Justice-accredited legal counselor at World Relief's local office in Wheaton, Illinois and, before that, with World Relief's partner organization in Managua, Nicaragua. He's also the co-author of Seeking Refuge: On the Shores of the Global Refugee Crisis (Moody Publishers, 2016).

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654: Inauguration Consternation & Respecting Refugees with Matthew Soerens

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 88:43

The first week of the second Trump administration has seen refugees cut off and January 6th criminals cut loose. Franklin Graham declared in his inauguration prayer that God himself had chosen the President. The MAGA faithful applauded this mix of Christian faith and politics, but when Bishop Budde asked the President to “show mercy” to frightened people during her homily at the National Cathedral, she was accused of everything from political activism to witchcraft. Phil has a theory about what these two religious leaders at the inauguration reveal about the state of American Christianity. Then Matthew Soerens from World Relief is back to discuss Trump's immediate shut down of all refugee resettlement, including cutting all financial aid previously promised to refugees already in the U.S. What's behind the President's aggressive policy, and how can we practically help our neighbors abandoned by the government that brought them here? Also this week—reanimated squirrels and Skye wears a red hat. 0:00 - Show Starts 4:14 - Theme Song 4:36 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.fromourplace.com and use code HOLYPOST to get 10% off site wide on beautiful cookware! 5:42 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 10:54 - Inauguration 20:57 - The Demonization of Empathy 27:08 - Loyalty Buys Protection 32:26 - Cruelty as Proof of Allegiance 39:30 - Created Order vs. the Marginalized 59:07 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 1:00:08 - Sponsor - The NIV Lectio Bible - A simple, ancient way to read the library of scripture. Find it at https://www.nivlectio.com or wherever Bibles are sold! 1:01:17 - Sponsor - J29 Coalition - Guide your church into a Christ-centered approach to politics! Visit https://j29coalition.com to sign up today 1:02:24 - Interview 1:05:50 - The Refugee Resettlement Program 1:09:44 - We Invited Refugees 1:15:22 - What Options to Help Refugees 1:21:45 - Helping Local Immigrant Communities 1:28:10 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment: Evangelicals Made a Bad Trade: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/01/evangelicals-trump/681450/ Collision of Two Christianities: https://religionnews.com/2025/01/24/inauguration-week-was-a-collision-of-two-christianities/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/donaldtrump&utm_medium=social Other resources: Learn how recent executive orders are having a devastating impact on thousands of refugees and humanitarian programs both in the U.S. and globally, and find out how you can help make a difference! Learn more: https://worldrelief.org/stand-in-the-gap/?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=EO_UrgentAppeal Partner with World Relief: https://give.worldrelief.org/site/Donation2?df_id=5541&5541.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=EO_UrgentAppeal Advocacy: Sign the Christian Statement on Refugee Resettlement: https://worldrelief.org/christianstatement/ Easy tool to contact Congress with talking points: https://p2a.co/AEQhezU Prayer: folks are welcome to register for an update & prayer call on Friday (1/31) at 1 PM ET/12 PM CT https://discover.worldrelief.org/stand-in-the-gap-hom Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Doing big, little things for Jesus as the average Christian - Daryl Crouch | Ministries serving refugees scrabbling in light of executive order - Matthew Soerens

Mornings with Carmen

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 48:44

Pastor Daryl Crouch, also of Everyone's Wilson, reflects on Mike Huckabee becoming the US ambassador to Israel, and reminds us that we are to God's ambassadors to the world. Let us live the values of His Kingdom and communicate its message to the world. Matthew Soerens of World Relief and the Evangelical Immigration Table talks about the effects of an presidential executive order that harms those who legally entered the US through the refugee resettlement program. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

TCND: World Relief Milks the Crisis (Cry Baby Witches) [The Comedian Next Door]

FLF, LLC

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 50:26

Welcome, Neighbor! We're looking at old photos and solving old mysteries. Then, Phil Vischer is helping a non-profit spread the news that THEY NEED MONEY NOW MORE THAN EVER! And that support letter would have gone to spam with all the other support letters, except they are capitalizing on the CRISIS of a new President. Should non-profits take government money and then freak out when the government stops sending them money? Later: Poltics are terrible and they're just a huge distraction--and also trans people are being victimized you cry-baby witch. Thanks for listening to The Comedian Next Door on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! Email us at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

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TCND: World Relief Milks the Crisis (Cry Baby Witches)

John Branyan's Comedy Sojourn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 50:26

Welcome, Neighbor! We're looking at old photos and solving old mysteries. Then, Phil Vischer is helping a non-profit spread the news that THEY NEED MONEY NOW MORE THAN EVER! And that support letter would have gone to spam with all the other support letters, except they are capitalizing on the CRISIS of a new President. Should non-profits take government money and then freak out when the government stops sending them money? Later: Poltics are terrible and they're just a huge distraction--and also trans people are being victimized you cry-baby witch. Thanks for listening to The Comedian Next Door on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! Email us at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

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TCND: World Relief Milks the Crisis (Cry Baby Witches) [The Comedian Next Door]

Fight Laugh Feast USA

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 50:26

Welcome, Neighbor! We're looking at old photos and solving old mysteries. Then, Phil Vischer is helping a non-profit spread the news that THEY NEED MONEY NOW MORE THAN EVER! And that support letter would have gone to spam with all the other support letters, except they are capitalizing on the CRISIS of a new President. Should non-profits take government money and then freak out when the government stops sending them money? Later: Poltics are terrible and they're just a huge distraction--and also trans people are being victimized you cry-baby witch. Thanks for listening to The Comedian Next Door on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! Email us at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

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Executive Order conflicts with Spokane's World Relief contracts

The Morning Review

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 2:13

Read beyond the headlines! Support Local Journalism https://www.spokesman.com/podcastoffer

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Refugee Resettlement in the Age of Trump with Medard Ngueita

The ThinkOrphan Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 58:16

As we anticipate the inauguration of President-Elect Trump later this month, we take a moment to consider how some of his public comments and proposed policies will affect global neighbors that are fleeing violence and seeking refuge in the US. To guide us through this conversation, we have Medard Ngueita on the show. Medard is the Executive Director at World Relief Western Washington. He has a vast knowledge on refugee resettlement not only as a long time team member at World Relief, but also because he was once an asylum seeker himself. Medard talks with Brandon Stiver about the ramifications of the first Trump administration on refugee resettlement and how organizations are preparing for the prospective policies that will be enacted in the upcoming administration. Support the Show Through Venmo - @canopyintl Podcast Sponsor Alliance for Children Everywhere is on mission to bring vulnerable children into secure families, schools, and communities. Visit Alliance for Children Everywhere Online Resources and Links from the show World Relief Online Protective Behaviour is a practical framework that will enable both you and the children around you to thrive. This is a highly regarded course and you'll have an opportunity to connect with other practitioners throughout the world. Click here to learn more and enroll Follow Up Resources on President-Elect Trump's Proposed Immigration Policies NPR Report - This report is a little dated and you can skip most of it, but the start of the segment includes clips of President-Elect Trump saying he plans to close refugee resettlement Center for Migration Studies - The US Refugee Admissions Program: What's at Stake in the Election KFF - Expected Immigration Policies Under a Second Trump Administration and Their Health and Economic Implications Christian Post - "Why President-elect Trump should defend persecuted Christians" by Myal Greene and Ryan Brown World Relief Press Release - World Relief Troubled by Rumors that Trump Administration Will Rescind Guidance Limiting Immigration Enforcement Activities in Churches and other “Sensitive Locations” Conversation Notes 3:27 - The work of World Relief Western Washington and how they partner with the church to engage global crises 5:20 - Who is our neighbor that we are called to love? 7:35 - Medard's own journey as a political asylum seeker from Chad 12:05 - The countries people are fleeing currently that are arriving in Western Washington 16:22 - Certain countries fly under the radar but are producing forcibly displaced people and most end up in neighboring countries refugee camps 19:40 - Comparing Medard's arrival almost 20 years ago with what asylum seeking looks like now 23:50 - Reflecting on President Trump's immigration and refugee policies that sought reduce the amount of asylum seekers entering the country from Latin America 29:10 - When President Obama left office, he set the refugee resettlement mark at 100,000 people, President Trump reduced it to 22,000 30:43 - The rub between international UN policies and nationalist sentiment within Western countries 46:30 - What churches can do to help refugees that are coming to the US in 2025 55:10 - The importance of a stance of humility and prayer in pursuing a life of justice

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#KingChasing Podcast - S4 EP4 - Grant Clayton

#KingChasing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024

Grant Clayton is a graduate of Coastal Carolina University, where he was a kicker for the Chanticleers in 2011 and 2012. Clayton ranks eighth all-time in field goal percentage, eighth all-time in field goals made, and seventh all-time in PAT kicks made in the history of the Coastal Carolina football program. Clayton was also a member of the 2012 Big South Championship team that advanced to the second round of the FCS Playoffs. Clayton currently works as the Partnership Development Manager for World Relief Upstate SC in Greenville, South Carolina, an organization that helps refugees from foreign countries establish a new life in their local communities in the United States and gets them involved with a local church. He is also an associate pastor at Redeemer City Church in Greenville, South Carolina. In this episode, Clayton discusses how he came to know the Lord while at Coastal Carolina, his memories of playing football, and how he works with refugees and local churches with World Relief.

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Sunday, December 8, 2024 - Guest Speaker - Medard Ngueita (World Relief)

Reality Church - Olympia Podcast - Reality Church

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024

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A new president and the future of immigrants in US - Matthew Soerens | Jesus can quiet your heart when you feel like a parental failure - Lauren Whitman

Mornings with Carmen

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 48:45

Matthew Soerens of the Evangelical Immigration Table and World Relief talks about how our broken immigration system, what the next presidential administration is saying about immigration policy, and what principles the Bible has to guide our response to the ongoing immigration crisis. Counselor Lauren Whitman, author of "When Parents Feel Like Failures," offers hope from God's Word to help us when we think we failed our kids. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

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MIH-WORLD RELIEF with Dr. Gary Anderson

The SEND938 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 27:37

You can donate to World Relief for Hurricanes Helene and Milton Victims here:https://www.bmm.org/news/world-reliefDr. Gary Anderson, President emeritus, joins us for a conversation about t he history of BMM World Relief as well as the theology of compassion ministries done in the name of God, who reveals Himself over and over to be a God of mercy.

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634: The Happiness Paradox & Lessons from Life's Last Room with Amy Low

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 91:44

Today's show is all about perspective. First, Phil offers his perspective on the news stories fans send him on social media about Icelandic cucumbers and water buffalos, and how they compare to articles he actually likes about robotic mushrooms and avoiding gluteal amnesia. Then, a recent article explores our culture's focus on products, practices, and apps designed to increase our happiness, and why focusing on happiness is a sure way to miss it. And Christine Emba's latest article in The Atlantic looks at why government support and financial incentives have failed to reverse declining birthrates in many countries. She argues the decision to have children isn't about money but meaning. Then Amy Low shares about her memoir “The Brave In-Between” and the perspective she's gained by living with a terminal cancer diagnosis for five years. Plus, Skye and Mike Erre have different perspectives about holiday decorations. Holy Post Plus: Bonus Interview with Amy Low: https://www.patreon.com/posts/111819242/ 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Show Starts 2:52 - Theme Song 3:14 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 4:19 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.fromourplace.com and use code HOLYPOST to get 10% off site wide on beautiful cookware! 5:28 - Holiday Decor Disagreements 11:56 - Wounded Water Buffalo 15:11 - Tiktok Blamed for Cucumber Shortage 18:22 - Mushrooms Piloting Robot Hands 22:25 - Dead Butt Syndrome 28:09 - Does Tracking Happiness Make Us Miserable? 41:07 - Is the Decline of Birth Rates Really Economic? 58:45 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 59:52 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to find out how to get two FREE e-learning courses and celebrate World Refugee Day with World Relief! 1:01:06 - Interview 1:06:01 - Why Did Amy Low Write The Brave In-Between? 1:10:10 - What Are the “Rooms” We Go Through in Life? 1:17:00 - The Honesty That Comes Out Near Death 1:23:10 - Where is the Meaning in Pain? 1:31:10 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Water Buffalo That Was on the Loose in Iowa Captured: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/water-buffalo-on-loose-injured-aggressive-iowa/ Viral TikTok Video Creates Cucumber Shortage in Iceland: https://www.forbes.com/sites/sap/2024/09/06/viral-tiktok-video-creates-cucumber-shortage-in-iceland/ Robot controlled by a king oyster mushroom blends living organisms and machines: https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/04/science/fungus-robot-mushroom-biohybrid/index.html Sitting All Day Can Cause Dead Butt Syndrome: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/04/well/move/dead-butt-syndrome-gluteal-amnesia.html Are We Happy Yet?: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/08/opinion/happiness-tracking-america.html The Real Reason People Aren't Having Kids: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2024/08/fertility-crisis/679319/ Other resources: The Brave In-Between: Notes from the Last Room by Amy Low: https://a.co/d/5Hm69Ic Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

630: Pain & God's Presence with Dave Gibbons

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 86:26

We all hear stories of people walking away from faith because of cultural challenges and hypocrisy in the church. That's what makes Dave Gibbons' new memoir, “The Shape of My Eyes,” so powerful. He joins Skye to talk about growing up within American fundamentalism as a mixed-race kid, and how he encountered God despite deep family trauma and church dysfunction. Also this week—Mike Erre joins the crew to talk about the ongoing fallout from Megan Basham's new book, David French's decision to endorse Kamala Harris, and the rise of the post-religious right. Plus, cannibal frog sermon illustrations. 0:00 - Intro 1:03 - Show Starts 3:41 - Theme Song 4:02 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 5:06 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to find out how to get two FREE e-learning courses and celebrate World Refugee Day with World Relief! 10:07 - Frog Cannibalism Sermon Illustrators 14:56 - Phil Accused by Megan Basham of Being a Sellout 22:08 - Do the Facts Matter? 28:48 - Conflating Christianity and Republican Party Issues 34:57 - David French Voting for Harris??? And Mike the Anabaptist 46:09 - The Post-Religious Right 52:14 - Sponsor - The Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club - To get a Full-Size artisanal olive oil for just $1 shipping, go to https://www.GetFreshHOLYPOST.com 53:22 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 54:28 - Interview 56:10 - Why Did Dave Gibbons Write “The Shape of My Eyes?” 1:02:32 - How Did His Trauma Impact His Faith? 1:10:44 - Encountering God 1:22:10 - On the Verge of Renaissance 1:25:53 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Cannibal Frogs: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/16/science/cannibal-female-frog.html Phil's Article about Shepherds for Sale: https://www.holypost.com/post/i-ve-read-basham-s-book-and-i-have-some-thoughts David French on Why He's Voting for Harris: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/11/opinion/harris-trump-conservatives-abortion.html Ross Douthat Tweet: https://x.com/DouthatNYT/status/704462319074594816 Other resources: The Shape of My Eyes: A Memoir of Race, Faith, and Finding Myself by Dave Gibbons: https://a.co/d/gKBmRja Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

628: Olympic Outrage & the New Testament in Color with Esau McCaulley & Amy Peeler

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 86:00

The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics sparked outrage when drag queens assembled into a scene reminiscent of the Last Supper. Are Christians right to be offended? Oklahoma is requiring public schools to teach the Bible, but some teachers are resisting. Is this really about education or indoctrination? And Kaitlyn's latest article explains why this election is important, but maybe not an “existential threat.” New Testament scholars, Esau McCaulley and Amy Peeler, discuss their new multi-ethnic Bible commentary “The New Testament in Color” and why we should read Scripture with friends from diverse backgrounds. Plus, a flip-flop fail in Death Valley. 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Show Starts 2:50 - Theme Song 3:10 - Sponsor - The Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club - To get a Full-Size artisanal olive oil for just $1 shipping, go to https://www.GetFreshHOLYPOST.com 4:17 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 6:10 - Flip Flops in Death Valley 8:58 - Olympic Drag Queen Last Supper 23:38 - Oklahoma Bible-Education Mandate 36:53 - France vs Oklahoma 42:31 - Why Turn Down the Rhetoric on Political Panic? 48:07 - Sponsor -World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to find out how to get two FREE e-learning courses and celebrate World Refugee Day with World Relief! 49:10 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.fromourplace.com and use code HOLYPOST to get 10% off site wide on beautiful cookware! 50:15 - Interview 52:02 - Where Did “The New Testament in Color” Start? 1:00:40 - Will Cultures Continue into Heaven? 1:11:00 - Why Face Hard Questions? 1:18:53 - What Are the Biblical Reasons to Study How Cultures and Ethnicities Understand Things? 1:25:27 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Man Who Lost Flip Flops Death Valley Hospitalization Burned Feet: https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2024/07/24/man-who-lost-flip-flops-death-valley-hospitalized-burned-feet/ Paris Olympics Organisers Apologize to Christians for Last Supper Parody: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/article/2024/jul/28/paris-olympics-organisers-apologise-to-christians-for-last-supper-parody Oklahoma Superintendent Vows to Force Schools to Teach Bible, Issuing Guidance: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/25/us/oklahoma-superintendent-school-bible-mandate.html Kaitlyn's Article About Existential Political Rhetoric: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/july-web-only/schiess-most-important-election-of-our-lifetime.html Other resources: The New Testament in Color: A Multiethnic Bible Commentary: https://www.ivpress.com/the-new-testament-in-color Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

6.28.24 Culture Friday, The Sound of Hope, and Listener Feedback

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 34:44

On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet discusses the CRC and Biblical sexuality, the state's role in protecting minors, and the Ten Commandments in classrooms; a review of The Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot; and Listener Feedback for June. Plus, the Friday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.And from Compelled Podcast. Jeff Parker was VP of a Christian media company and had a secret gambling addiction only Christ could free him from. Episode Eighty at CompelledPodcast.com.WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

6.27.24 Israel and Hezbollah, hurricane season, and studying birds up close

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 36:00

Israel prepares for conflict with Hezbollah; the Supreme Court hands down two decisions; Scientists predict an above average hurricane season; and a closer look at birds. Plus, elephants with names, Cal Thomas on protecting minors from transgender procedures, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Compelled Podcast. Jeff Parker was VP of a Christian media company and had a secret gambling addiction only Christ could free him from. Episode Eighty at CompelledPodcast.com.And from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.And from World Relief, providing expert and compassionate response for millions forced to flee their homes due to humanitarian crises. More at worldrelief.org/refugees.WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

6.26.24 Washington Wednesday, World Tour, and escaping Ukraine

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 34:09

On Washington Wednesday, Donald Trump's influence in the GOP; on World Tour, news from Pakistan, Switzerland, New Caledonia, and Saudi Arabia; and a Ukrainian man begins a new life in America. Plus, the world's ugliest dog, Janie B. Cheaney on sanctification through caregiving, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Compelled Podcast. Jeff Parker was VP of a Christian media company and had a secret gambling addiction only Christ could free him from. Episode Eighty at CompelledPodcast.com.And from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

6.25.24 Supreme Court opinions, Ten Commandments in school, and helping honey bees

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 34:20

Analysis of five recent Supreme Court opinions; Louisiana's law requiring schools to display the Ten Commandments; and a beekeeper keeping honey bees healthy. Plus, debugging the State Department, Nathan Finn on the original intent of Title IX, and the Tuesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.And from Compelled Podcast. Jeff Parker was VP of a Christian media company and had a secret gambling addiction only Christ could free him from. Episode Eighty at CompelledPodcast.com.WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

6.24.24 Legal Docket, Moneybeat, and prayer in public school

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 36:39

On Legal Docket, four recent Supreme Court decisions; on the Monday Moneybeat, a perspective on AI investing; and on the World History Book, the 1962 Supreme Court's decision against prayer in public schools. Plus, the Monday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Compelled Podcast. Jeff Parker was VP of a Christian media company and had a secret gambling addiction only Christ could free him from. Episode Eighty at CompelledPodcast.com.And from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

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6.14.24 Culture Friday, Inside Out 2, and Word Play

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 34:10

On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet discusses faith and fidelity in public and private life; a review of Pixar's Inside Out 2; and on Word Play, the “crossword craze.” Plus, the Friday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from the Story Partners Podcast with stories of hope like Eddie Smith's journey from the rough streets of Chicago to New Life in Jesus. Season 2, Episode 2, on any podcast app or at StoryPartners.org.And from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.VISIT WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

6.13.24 Northern border security, French elections, and coaching mentorship

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 31:49

The surge of asylum seekers brings a new challenge to the northern border; French president Macron challenges the trend toward conservative leaders; and a basketball coach develops top coaches in Iowa. Plus, a hot dog eating champ loses his spot, Cal Thomas considers a conservative swing from the past, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Free Lutheran Bible College in Plymouth, Minnesota. Students start here, go anywhere, grounded in God's Word. More at: flbc.edu/world.And from the Story Partners Podcast with stories of hope like Eddie Smith's journey from the rough streets of Chicago to New Life in Jesus. Season 2, Episode 2, on any podcast app or at StoryPartners.org.VISIT WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.

6.12.24 Washington Wednesday, World Tour, and a salon offers solace