Podcast: Open Topics

ES 74 | Sunstone 2020

Sunstone 2020 is going digital this year! They symposium will take place July 29th-August 2nd. Listen in as Sunstone Executive Director Lindsay Hansen Park shares about the history of the symposium, what to expect this year, and how Community of Christ is involved. Register today! Host: Karin PeterGuest: Lindsay Hansen Park Download Transcript

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282 | Postmodernism and Faith | Kent Thompson

Having been birthed in modernism, the Restoration has now found itself in a postmodern world. Many folks are walking away from institutional religion and are open to finding truth wherever the can. How have Restoration denominations responded to this and what does it mean for Community of Christ? Today we are joined by PhD candidate,…

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279 | Peace, Justice, and the Role of Conflict | Matt Frizzell

 Humans are often resistant to conflict, but what if working through conflict is the way to peace and justice? Join Matt Frizzell as he talks with Carla about the relationship between justice and conflict and how they can be used as tools to build the peaceable kingdom.  Host: Carla Long Guest: Matt Frizzell Download Transcript

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276 | Camping in Community of Christ | Emily Rose

Community of Christ has a rich history and tradition with summer camping. Because of Covid-19, camps across the church are being cancelled or being moved online. Today, Emily Rose shares about the importance of camping in Community of Christ and how ministers are working to find solutions for keeping the camping spirit alive, even when…

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275 | Justice | Rick Sarre

Justice is a vital component in peacemaking. Without justice there can be no peace. Rick Sarre, the team lead for the Peace and Justice Team in Community of Christ, shares with us the relationship the church has with justice and how it is critical to living out Christ’s mission. Learn more about the Peace and…

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273 | The Role of Women in French Polynesia | Lucia Piehi

Lucia Piehi shares her story of how the role of women evolved in French Polynesia before, during, and after Community of Christ provided for the ordination of women at World Conference 1984. Gain a deeper appreciation of culture, ethnicity, and personal faith journey in a church that celebrates unity in diversity. Host: Robin LinkhartGuest: Lucia…

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271 | Ordination | Nancy Ross and Brittany Mangelson

Today we’re catching up with Nancy Ross and Brittany Mangelson about their ordinations in Community of Christ. Both women grew up in the LDS church and currently serve in Community of Christ as elders. Nancy and Brittany share the complexities of their experiences with ordination and the significance of their calls. Brittany’s faith transition story…

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268 | Sacrament and the Mystery that is God

All of life is encompassed in sacrament. Those sacred moments when the eternal becomes present in the now satisfy a deep human longing for community. John VanDerWalker shares poignant reflections as he recalls his journey of discovery on the way to writing his Master’s Thesis, “Look to the Sacraments.” Host: Robin Linkhart Guest: John VanDerWalker…

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267 | Art and Spirituality | Anne Bonnefin

What is the connection between art and spirituality? Is it possible to deepen our relationship with God through something as simple as coloring with crayons? Today we hear from Anne Bonnefin of Sydney Australia to learn more about how art can help us connect with ourselves and with the Holy Spirit. Find more resources and…

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261 | Connecting in an Age of Quarantine

A lively conversation exploring new ways of being the church as we navigate the reality of a global pandemic. Part of our mission is creating meaningful pathways to connect and build community even in the most challenging times. Community of Christ’s COVID-19 page. Online Ministries Host: Karin Peter Guest: Robin Linkhart Download Transcript

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