Podcast: Open Topics

495 | Open Topics | Women’s Journey of Becoming Pt 2

Community of Christ can provide exciting new ministry opportunities for many women. Robin Linkhart talks with Leslie Dalton, Joanna Smith, and Brittany Mangelson about their transitions into a community where they have found liberation and surprising challenges along the way.  Host: Robin LinkhartGuests: Leslie Dalton, Joanna Smith, and Brittany Mangelson You can find Part 1…

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491 | Open Topics | Women’s Journey of Becoming, Part I

Community of Christ’s journey to the full inclusion of women in all aspects of church life took a long, long time. In fact it’s still unfolding. Karin Peter and Robin Linkhart share stories from their journeys which included the seismic shift from all male priesthood to include female (and now all genders). It’s an inward…

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451 | Open Topics | Faithful Disagreement

Doctrine and Covenants 161 affirms that creating community is difficult. Since 2012, our 12 principles of Faithful Disagreement have helped guide Community of Christ through those difficulties. Today on the podcast, First Presidency member Stassi Cramm what Faithful Disagreement actually means and how these principles have been used in the church over the last decade….

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ES 92 | Living Restoration

Robin’s sermon and remarks were excerpted from the November 7, 2021 service of Beyond the Walls. To view the complete service: https://youtu.be/-FI_F4ZyUSc. You can find out more about the “Beyond the Walls” global ministry at https://www.centreplace.ca/. Download Transcript

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432 | Open Topics | Apostle Barbara Carter’s Life and Ministry

Apostle Barbara Carter shares her journey with ministry in Community of Christ. Barbara was among the first pioneering women to enter into World Church leadership. She became one of  the first women to be ordained a bishop and go into church employment as an appointee minister. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Barbara Carter Download Transcript

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431 | Open Topics | Transcripts

Behind the scenes with PZP. Podcast transcripts are a highly valued addition to any podcast programming. This episode shares a behind the scenes look at our journey to producing transcripts with every episode, and what the life of transcribing looks like today. Bonus: Funny Bloopers! If YOU want to volunteer to work on transcripts please…

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414 | First There Were Two: Women in the Twelve

In 1998, Gail Mengel and Linda Booth were ordained Apostles in Community of Christ. As the first two women to enter into the Council, they faced unique challenges and historic opportunities. Today, Linda shares her experience being called and serving in the Council to Twelve. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Linda Booth Download Transcript

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413 | Mormons, Musical Theater and Belonging in America | Jake Johnson

Religion and musical theater have an undeniable impact on society and culture, but is there something that connects them to each other? In this episode, Jake Johnson shares some of his research exploring Restoration history, culture, and theology, and the connecting points with Americana musical theater. You can purchase Jake’s first book, “Mormons, Musical theater…

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381 | PRIDE with Harmony

Celebrate PRIDE month with Harmony! Catch up on all the latest news and coming events as Harmony continues to blossom and grow in advocacy, education, and resources for LGBTQIA+ in Community of Christ with a shared vision of full participation. To learn more about Harmony check out the website at: https://www.harmony.lgbt To find out how…

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374 | Conflict | Matt Frizzell

What role does conflict play for a faith movement called to be a people of peace? Matt Frizzell shares more reflections on the topic he first discussed in episode 279, Peace, Justice, and the Role of Conflict.   Host: Carla LongGuest: Matt Frizzell Download Transcript

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