Podcast: Open Topics

189 | The Sacraments | David Lloyd

David Lloyd, Disciple Formation Specialist, explores the particulars and universals of the eight sacraments of Community of Christ. To learn more about the sacraments visit here. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: David Lloyd

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181 | Placing the Authority of the Bible over Jesus

In our final episode sparked by Matt Frizzell’s Facebook posts, Carla sits down with Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith, John Hamer, and Matt Frizzell to discuss the statement, “Placing the authority of the Bible over Jesus. Many believers and preachers say that Jesus is the way, but they preach and teach that the bible is the…

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178 | New Apostle David Nii 

On April 9th, 2019 David Nii will be ordained an Apostle in Community of Christ. He recently sat down with Robin Linkhart to discuss his background in the church and answering the call that eventually led him to where he is today. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and get to know one…

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179 | A Way of Life | Tony Chvala-Smith

Our reoccurring guest, Tony Chvala-Smith, has a new book! Listen as he gives us a glimpse into “A Way of Life”. You can buy the book at Herald House here: https://www.heraldhouse.org/products/a-way-of-life

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174 | Taking Biblical Scripture out of its Historical, Theological, and Political Context

Last week, we shared one of Matt Frizzell’s Facebook posts that sparked conversation in Community of Christ’s corner of the internet, and today we’re bringing you another. Join Carla as she interviews Charmaine Chvala-Smith, Katherine Goheen, and Matt Frizzell to discuss the following statement: “The fact is that none of us know life in first…

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172 | The Bible…Not Literally | Michele McGrath, Dale Luffman and John Hamer

Join Carla as she welcomes Michele McGrath, Dale Luffman, and John Hamer to talk about Biblical literalism. The panel is responding to the following Facebook post from Matt Frizzell where he talked about Ancient vs. Modern understanding of words and truth. “Ancient vs Modern Understanding of Words & Truth: Modern people can’t imagine a world…

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171 | The Community of Christ’s Commentary on the Doctrine and Covenants | Dale Luffman

It has been several decades since Community of Christ has produced a commentary on the Doctrine and Covenants, but that is about to change! Join Robin as she discusses the upcoming two-part commentary with author Dale Luffman. Host: Robin Linkhart Guest: Dale Luffman

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170 | Nonviolence Resolution | Andrew Bolton, Joey Williams, and Elray Henriksen

World Conference Resolution G-1 Nonviolence has created quite a buzz through out Community of Christ. This resolution challenges us to proclaim peace in a way we have not before. Listen in as Carla interviews Andrew Bolton, Joey Williams, and Elray Henriksen, about some of the background of the resolution as well as its implications for…

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169 | Common Consent | John Wight

Community of Christ has been making decisions as a body since our earliest days. What does Common Consent look like in the church? How has our understanding of giving voice and vote to the body changed and evolved? Join Robin as she talks with Senior President of Seventy John Wight, a professional registered parliamentarian, about…

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167 | World Conference | Susan Naylor and Tammy Lindle Lewis

World Conference 2019 is right around the corner! If you’ve been curious about what World Conference is, or what we’ll specifically be doing this year, this episode is for you! Listen in as Carla speaks to Susan Naylor and Tammy Lindle Lewis, the 2019 World Conference Directors all about what we can expect this year…

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