Podcast: Coffee Connect

Grab a cup of coffee and settle in for a good listen with retired apostle, Linda Booth. One of the first two female apostles ordained in Community of Christ, her stories of life and ministry are sure to inspire. The perfect podcast when you need a lift. Brightens your day with hope and little reminders of God’s gentle loving presence in our world.

ES 123 | Coffee Connect | It’s All About the Journey

Life can get messy, even when we have the best of intentions. The great news is that there’s no safer place to be “messy” than in sacred community … you know, that special kind of community that the church is supposed to be for one another.  Sometimes, however, we get so focused on achieving perfection…

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ES 122 | Coffee Connect | Prodigal Children

Are you a “prodigal?” Have you ever thought you knew a better way for your life only to find out that you had it pretty good? At least you knew you were loved and welcomed. Perhaps it is true that “the grass is NOT always greener…” In this episode of Coffee Connect, Host and former…

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ES 121 | Coffee Connect | Scripture Comes to Life

In this episode of Coffee Connect, Linda Booth shares a personal experience where a scripture story about Mary Magdalene’s journey to the tomb on Easter morning came alive for her during the preparation of an Easter sermon. Join Linda as she reflects on the transformative power of scripture and personal experiences, emphasizing the profound impact…

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ES 115 | Coffee Connect | The “Thing”

Do you have it?  Sure you do.  Even if you have to dig deep to find it, you’ve got that “thing.” And you’re not alone.  As children of God created in the image of God we all have that “thing.” That something special that creates an hospitable environment where people feel like they matter ……

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ES 114 | Coffee Connect | Meeting Strangers: Colinda’s Story

Grab a cup of coffee (or hot tea) and settle down to hear one of Linda Booth’s amazing stories of healing, restoration, and the power of community.  In this episode, you’ll hear Colinda’s story and testimony of what happens when we take time to notice those around us who are hurting and alone.  You’ll find…

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ES 113 | Coffee Connect | Waiting

Advent is a time of anticipation and expectation.  It is a time of waiting.  But who likes waiting? What is the use of waiting for something when you already know how things will turn out.  It’s like watching the end of a movie first. The reality is that there is so little in life that…

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ES 112 | Coffee Connect | A God Moment

We all have times in our lives when we could use a “God Moment.” In this episode of Coffee Connect, retired Apostle, Linda Booth, shares Elizabeth’s story of grief and desperation and how a God moment made all the difference in the lives of her and her two boys. Here, you’ll see what unconditional commitment…

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ES 111 | Coffee Connect | What Can Separate Us

The Apostle Paul asks the question in relation to the love of God, but it’s time for us to ask the question in relation to our relationships with God, with each other and with all of creation.  Better yet, perhaps we could ask the question, “What can bring us together?”  In this episode of Coffee…

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ES 110 | Coffee Connect | Questions, Questions, Questions

Sometimes it feels like being a disciple can create more questions than answers … especially when you’re living out your faith in the midst of other disciples struggling with similar issues but coming to very different conclusions. Questions are good though. It is in facing tough questions that our faith is strengthened and our communities…

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ES 109 | Coffee Connect | Children in Our Midst

Too many churches are missing the boisterous laughter, Joyful awe, and sometimes disruptive behavior of children. As congregations age, there is little worry of stains on the carpet, marks on the walls, or inappropriate behavior during the often solemn act of worship. Whatever happened to “of such is the kingdom of God?” The great news…

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