young adult

226 | Chai Can’t Even | Ryan and Emma Pitt

In this episode of our Chai Can’t Even series, we’re hearing from Emma and Ryan Pitt! Emma is a designer at The Knot and Ryan is the Mission Center President of the Mid-Atlantic Mission Center. Both Emma and Ryan grew up in Community of Christ and they share stories of their childhood and how the…

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216 | Chai Can’t Even | Caitlin d’Esterre

We’ve got Caitlin d’Esterre back on the podcast! This time she’ll be talking about being a millennial in Community of Christ as part of our Chai Can’t Even series. Join us as Caitlin talks about growing up in the church, how meaningful the camping programs were to her, and her hopes and advice for other…

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45 | Living Your Faith | Lexie Frazier

Lexie Frazier, a young adult who is headed to Graceland University this fall, shares some of her experiences in Community of Christ. As a young priest in the church who has a deep love for the Enduring Principles, Lexie describes how she tries to live her life with our identity, message, mission, and beliefs, at…

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195 | Chai Can’t Even | Zac Harmon McLaughlin

Zac Harmon McLaughlin, the director of Community of Christ Seminary, shares his experience growing up in Community of Christ in Independence Missouri. Zac discusses how he was mentored, challenged, and supported through his teenage years, and gives insights into how he views faith and church life today. As part of our Chai Can’t Even series,…

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186 | Chai Can’t Even | Laura Bolton

Young adult Laura Bolton talks about growing up in Independence, Missouri, what keeps her engaged with the church today, and the challenges and hopes she experiences along the way. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Laura Bolton

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143 | Chai Can’t Even | Parker Johnson

Today’s episode continues our Chai Can’t Even series, where we interview young adults in the church. Join Brittany as she interviews Parker Johnson, a Church Mission & Young Adult Ministry Specialist in Calgary, Alberta. Parker discusses growing up in the church, reconciling his sexuality with his faith and why he thinks religion is still relevant…

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119 | Chai Can’t Even | Linda Stanbridge

Join Brittany as she chats with Community of Christ millennial Linda Stanbridge. They talk about raising small children in the church, being students in Community of Christ’s Seminary, the benefit religion has in their lives, and much, much more!

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116 | Chai Can’t Even | Sean Langdon

Join Brittany in the new series ‘Chai Can’t Even’ where we talk to Community of Christ millennials about why they stay engaged in the church. In this episode Brittany talks with Sean Langdon who is a youth minister in the Pacific Northwest.

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109 | What’s Brewing | Ryan Pitt

Join Carla as she starts Project ZION’s new series, “What’s Brewing?” off with a bang! “What’s Brewing?” will discuss missional opportunities around the church! In this episode, she interviews Ryan Pitt, Mid-Atlantic Mission Center President, and founder of a new ministry that is taking place in NYC! Host: Carla Long Guest: Ryan Pitt

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107 | Fair Trade | Brian Fuller

Join Brittany as she talks with Brian Fuller, a new member in the Milwaukee congregation. Brian was raised LDS, attended BYU, and served a mission in Boise. As he came to terms with being gay he had to figure out how to reconcile his faith with his sexuality. Listen as Brian shares his story and…

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