Personal Stories

717 | Fair Trade | Jason Eyre | Chapter 2, Part 2

Jason and Robin are back for part 2 of Jason’s Fair Trade Story.  In this episode, Robin zeroes in on Jason’s leadership roles since joining Community of Christ. Find out how true hospitality played a significant role in Jason’s move into this faith community as well as how that same deep hospitality continues to be…

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715 | Fair Trade | Jason Eyre | Chapter 2, Part 1

Since joining Community of Christ in 2017, Jason Eyre has jumped in with reckless abandon….finding new ways to express his ministry and leadership giftedness. Jason first shared his faith transition story back in 2017, but has come back to tell of the things that he’s learned, and how he’s found his place in this sacred…

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712 | Fair Trade | Andrew “Andy” Markle

Fair Trade is back, and this episode is full of deep insights resulting from our guest’s transparent sharing of his spiritual journey beginning in early childhood and spanning across multiple continents and faith traditions … all of which ultimately led him and his husband to Community of Christ. You might need a large mug of…

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711 | Coffee in the Swarm | Talina Sepulveda

What do food trucks and children’s books have in common?  They are both interests, and potential career choices, for the latest guest on Coffee in the Swarm, Talina Sepulveda.  Hailing from Colorado and experiencing her first semester at Graceland, Talina agreed to sit down with hosts Aliyah Farrell, Christian Biwott, and Mike Hoffman to talk…

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ES 121 | Coffee Connect | Scripture Comes to Life

In this episode of Coffee Connect, Linda Booth shares a personal experience where a scripture story about Mary Magdalene’s journey to the tomb on Easter morning came alive for her during the preparation of an Easter sermon. Join Linda as she reflects on the transformative power of scripture and personal experiences, emphasizing the profound impact…

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704 | Coffee in the Swarm | Cadence Sires

Aliyah, Christian, and Mike are back in the Swarm at Graceland University, and they’re sitting down with Iowa native, Cadence Sires. Grab your favorite cup of (fill in the blank) and settle in for this episode of Coffee in the Swarm. Get a glimpse into life at Graceland from the perspective of a first-year student…

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166 | A Journey Toward Ordination | Women in Community of Christ | Becky Savage Pt. II (RE-POST)

Community of Christ’s journey toward ordination of women began long before 1984 and Section 156 of the Doctrine and Covenants. The fact is that women have had significant roles in the Christian movement since its inception.  But, that didn’t make things easier for trailblazers like Marietta Walker, Catherine Westward, and Marge Troeh.  These women stand…

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165 | A Journey Toward Ordination | Women in Community of Christ | Becky Savage Pt. I (RE-POST)

Community of Christ’s journey toward ordination of women began long before 1984 and Section 156 of the Doctrine and Covenants. The fact is that women have had significant roles in the Christian movement since its inception.  But, that didn’t make things easier for trailblazers like Marietta Walker, Catherine Westward, and Marge Troeh.  These women stand…

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689 | Cuppa Joe | Women of the Restoration | Bertha Greer

You don’t have to be a church leader to make church history. Bertha Greer made her mark by using her gifts and vocation as a doctor to serve the church.  In this fascinating conversation with host Karin Peter, historian and cemetery enthusiast, Wendy Eaton, explores not only Bertha’s life and contributions but many of her…

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ES 115 | Coffee Connect | The “Thing”

Do you have it?  Sure you do.  Even if you have to dig deep to find it, you’ve got that “thing.” And you’re not alone.  As children of God created in the image of God we all have that “thing.” That something special that creates an hospitable environment where people feel like they matter ……

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