Candid Conversations with Leaders

587 | What’s Brewing | Faith-Based Organizing | Emily Rose

What happens when you bring the gifts of faith to the task of community organizing?  In this episode of What’s Brewing, guest Emily Rose reminds us that one of the key gifts we bring is a “hope for God’s future that is a real source of energy.” Grab a cup of coffee and be prepared…

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584 | What’s Brewing | A Path Forward for Chicago

The pandemic taught us many lessons, but one of the most important is that we must rethink the way we do church.  We must also respond to the unique contexts of the people and places where we are called to serve.  In this episode of What’s Brewing, host Robin Linkhart sits down with Chicago Mission…

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582 | What’s Brewing | Lamoni Food Pantry

At the Lamoni Food Pantry, choice matters! What started in a small basement room of a local church has continued to grow and expand … now serving more than 80 families a month. And that’s not even the best part! The best part is that those families are treated with dignity. Because of the blessings…

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580 | What’s Brewing | Beyond the Horizon Michigan

Not everyone does church the same way or at the same time. Beyond the Horizon is a new expression of the church in Michigan that has shown how amazing things can happen when friends and neighbors come together in relevant and accessible ways to meet their spiritual needs.  Join host, Brittany Mangelson as she sits…

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575 | Cuppa Joe | How World Conference Has Changed Over the Years | John Wight

Advancing technology, growing diversity in Conference attendance and in the leadership of the Church, the ordination of women.  These are just a few things that have impacted World Conference and bringing about positive change in how Conference is done. In this episode of Cuppa Joe, host Blake Smith sits down with former Senior President of…

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560 | What’s Brewing | Kirtland Temple | Roger Rose

Would it surprise you to know that Community of Christ and the LDS Church are not the only ones who consider the Kirtland Temple to be “their” sacred space? In this episode, host Brittany Mangelson sits down with Site Director, Roger Rose, to see What’s Brewing at the Kirtland Temple. From meaningful worships to group…

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552 | What’s Brewing | 2023 World Conference Resolutions | Sandee Gamet

Community of Christ World Conference is a great opportunity to participate in the business of the church while connecting with friends (new and old) from around the world.  But, it can a bit overwhelming … especially for those attending for the first time. The great news is that there’s no one better than Peacebuilding consultant…

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545 | What’s Brewing | Retired WCLC – Where are they now?

Life after service in the World Church Leadership Council… is that really a thing? Of course it is. Grab a cup and “sit down” with former WCLC members Susan Oxley, Rick Maupin, and Ken McLaughlin, as they talk with host, Carla Long, about where they’ve been and how that has affected where they are now….

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543 | Meet Ron Harmon

A ten-year old, attending a church camp, stands by the side of a lake, looks up at the vast creation and asks, “Is God real?” The answer may not surprise you, but the journey on which God’s answer started this young child all those years ago continues to unfold. Join our host Apostle Robin Linkhart…

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538 | Open Topics | Meeting New Leadership | Angela Ramirez

Meet Angela Ramirez, Apostle-designate, first apostle from the Dominican Republic. Speaking in her native language, Angela shares about her life, ministry, family, hopes for the future and more. Her call will be presented to the 2023 World Conference for approval, and she will be ordained at a special service during the April 22-28 conference. English…

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