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A28 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Responsible Choices

Like the Apostle Paul, we sometimes find ourselves doing the very things we hate, even though we know better. Making responsible choices can get sidelined by spontaneous responses to the world around us. It’s certainly easier to make responsible choices when we have time to think them through. In today’s episode of “Awaken to God’s…

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620 | Coffee to Go | Proper 17

Following Jesus can be like a wild roller coaster ride.  One minute you’re the rock on which Jesus says he’ll build his church, and the next minute he’s calling you Satan and telling you to get behind him. If that’s ever happened to you, you’re in good company. Peter knew the words to say, but…

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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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619 | Chai Can’t Even | Chad and Katie Hensley

All roads lead to Lamoni, Iowa — at least for Chad and Katie. Their relationship began when they were both students at Graceland, and it all came full circle when they found themselves back in Lamoni, bringing their vision for a chemical-free produce and cut-flower farm to life. In this episode of Chai Can’t Even, host…

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618 | Coffee to Go | Proper 16

Who do you say that I am? Jesus’ question to Peter as recorded in the Gospel According to Matthew didn’t seem to catch Peter off guard.  Peter was quick with his answer.  How about you?  Who would you say that Jesus is? Would you be ready with a quick answer, or would you need time…

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617 | Open Topics | Community of Christ Sings with Jan Kraybill

For some people, the best way to relate their story is through music, and the best way to share their testimony is through hymns. In this Project Zion Podcast, we continue our mini-series honoring the 10-year anniversary of Community of Christ Sings. Every hymn in the hymnal comes with a story, but few of them are ever…

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616 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Lecture Series | Eric Paul Rogers | From Morrisite to Josephite and Beyond

What is it that draws people to individuals and their teachings? Why do people shift from one religious group to another and back again? Well, grab your coffee and settle in, because Eric Paul Rogers is back for another episode of Cuppa Joe with host Karin Peter, and he’s got some fascinating insights to share…

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615 | Coffee to Go | Proper 15

A Rabbi, a Priest and a minister walk into a bar …   Now that we have your attention, it was actually, a Syrophoenician who walked up to Jesus and the disciples and started shouting, “Have mercy on me Lord!” The thing is, Jesus didn’t respond the way we might expect. Only through the woman’s…

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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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614 | Cuppa Joe | Women of the Restoration: Part 2 | Nina Smith

From the dust-covered shelves of church history comes the amazing, though often difficult, story of yet another incredibly resilient woman who had a significant impact on the church, the people, and even the world.  With a gentle spirit, Nina Smith brought ministry and compassion to so many through her music as well as many roles…

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