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Project Zion Podcast

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Welcome to the Project Zion podcast. This podcast explores the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world.

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318 | Toward The Peaceful One | Andrea Read Davis

October 23, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

A special PZP spotlight series featuring interviews with all the authors exploring the guiding question: “Are we moving toward Jesus, the peaceful One?” in a Herald magazine article series running June/July 2020 – April/May 2021. Andrea’s article is titled “Jesus, the Development Worker" Click here to read Andrea's article, "Jesus, the Development Worker." Click here to find the video reflection Click here find more resources related to the Guiding Question  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Andrea...

317 | Grounds for Peace | Spirituality and Social Change: Re-enchanting the Activist | Keith Hebden, Peace Award Recipient

October 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome the recipient of the Peace Award, Keith Hebden to expand on his presentation, "Spirituality and Social Change: Re-enchanting the Activist." Keith Hebden is the founder/organiser of Leicester Citizens UK, now in its second year in the city. He is passionate in his fight against poverty and in listening to those who normally do not get heard. He is a ver...

317 | Grounds for Peace | Spirituality and Social Change: Re-enchanting the Activist | Keith Hebden, Peace Award Recipient

October 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome the recipient of the Peace Award, Keith Hebden to expand on his presentation, "Spirituality and Social Change: Re-enchanting the Activist." Keith Hebden is the founder/organiser of Leicester Citizens UK, now in its second year in the city. He is passionate in his fight against poverty and in listening to those who normally do not get heard. He is a ver...

316 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation Summer Lecture Series | Andrew Bolton

October 20, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Project Zion Podcast is bringing you follow-up interviews with the presenters of the Historic Sites Foundation Summer Lecture Series. Today we have Andrew Bolton to share about his lecture, "Who Was Right About World War I: Frederick M. Smith or F. Henry Edwards?" You can find Andrew's original presentation here and be sure to keep an eye out for more episodes from the presenters from the Summer Lecture Series.  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Andrew Bolton Thanks for listening to Project Zion P...

316 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation Summer Lecture Series | Andrew Bolton

October 20, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Project Zion Podcast is bringing you follow-up interviews with the presenters of the Historic Sites Foundation Summer Lecture Series. Today we have Andrew Bolton to share about his lecture, "Who Was Right About World War I: Frederick M. Smith or F. Henry Edwards?" You can find Andrew's original presentation here and be sure to keep an eye out for more episodes from the presenters from the Summer Lecture Series.  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Andrew Bolton

315 | Toward the Peaceful One | Matt Frizzell

October 16, 2020 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

A special PZP spotlight series featuring interviews with all the authors exploring the guiding question: “Are we moving toward Jesus, the peaceful One?” in a Herald magazine article series running June/July 2020 – April/May 2021. Matt’s article is titled “Jesus Christ in Restoration Perspective” Click here to read Matt's article, "Jesus Christ in Restoration Perspective" Click here to find the recorded online discussion group with Matt and Janne' Grover Click here find more resources relate...

314 | Grounds for Peace | Peace of Mind: Mental Health and Well-Being | Sarah James and Hannah Langford

October 14, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Sarah James and Hannah Langford to expand on their presentation, “Peace of Mind: Mental Health and Well-Being." Sarah-Naomi James and Hannah Langford are sisters who grew up in South Wales. Sarah-Naomi now lives in London with her husband Declan. She is a postdoctoral researcher at University College London (UCL) studying mental and cognitive health. H...

313 | Grounds for Peace | Peaceful Humanity - A New Creation | President Steve Veazey

October 13, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Community of Christ president Steve Veazey to expand on his presentation, “Peaceful Humanity- A New Creation." Stephen M. Veazey is president of Community of Christ. Prior to his ordination on June 3, 2005, he served as a member of the Council of Twelve Apostles. He was ordained as president of seventy at the 1988 World Conference and as an apostle at ...

313 | Grounds for Peace | Peaceful Humanity - A New Creation | President Steve Veazey

October 13, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Community of Christ president Steve Veazey to expand on his presentation, “Peaceful Humanity- A New Creation." Stephen M. Veazey is president of Community of Christ. Prior to his ordination on June 3, 2005, he served as a member of the Council of Twelve Apostles. He was ordained as president of seventy at the 1988 World Conference and as an apostle at ...

312 | Coffee Buzz | Sharing Sacraments During COVID

October 09, 2020 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to reduce opportunities for the church to provide in-person pastoral-care ministries and to gather physically for fellowship, worship, and community formation. After extended consideration, the Presidency is providing principles and guidelines for offering the sacraments through online means during the pandemic. Today, Linda Booth sits down with President Scott Murphy to discuss these guidelines and what they mean for the church. You can find the guidelines ...

311 | Cuppa Joe | The Forgotten Father of the Reorganization

October 06, 2020 18:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

When thinking about founders of the Reorganization, names like Joseph Smith III, Emma Smith, or William Marks often come to mind. Today, historian Mark Scherer introduces us to Jason Briggs, a key historical figure who laid important groundwork for the Reorganization. Mark discusses his mission trip to Salt Lake City as well as what eventually drove Briggs away from the RLDS Church.  You can contact Mark with any questions about church history at his email: [email protected] Thanks for...

310 | Cuppa Joe | Rock Fremont

October 02, 2020 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Why would the Joseph Smith story resonate with a young gay teen in the United Church of Christ? Captivated by a story of a boy with questions and searching for belonging, UCC Pastor Rock Fremont shares his interest in and respect for Community of Christ.  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Rock Freemont  Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 B...

ES 80 | What's Brewing | Temple Tuesday

September 29, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Latter-day Seeker Ministries has a new project that explores the purpose of the Temple in Community of Christ. Weekly video take us into some of the most familiar and unfamiliar places at the Temple and remind us what it means to be a people of the Temple, dedicated to peace. To watch all of the Temple Tuesday videos, visit Latter-day Seeker's Facebook Page or find them on our Youtube Channel.  Host: Carla Long Guest: Karin Peter

ES 80 | What's Brewing | Temple Tuesday

September 29, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Latter-day Seeker Ministries has a new project that explores the purpose of the Temple in Community of Christ. Weekly video take us into some of the most familiar and unfamiliar places at the Temple and remind us what it means to be a people of the Temple, dedicated to peace. To watch all of the Temple Tuesday videos, visit Latter-day Seeker's Facebook Page or find them on our Youtube Channel.  Host: Carla Long Guest: Karin Peter Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on...

309 | Percolating on Faith | Being Awakened by the Pandemic

September 25, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

What is Community of Christ's theological response to Covid-19? What is being born in the church and who will we be when we can all safely gather again? Our favorite theologians Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith share their reflections on how the pandemic is shaping us as a society and as a church.  Host: Carla Long Guests: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith  Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For E...

309 | Percolating on Faith | Being Awakened by the Pandemic

September 25, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

What is Community of Christ's theological response to Covid-19? What is being born in the church and who will we be when we can all safely gather again? Our favorite theologians Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith share their reflections on how the pandemic is shaping us as a society and as a church.  Host: Carla Long Guests: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith 

308 | Grounds for Peace | Leo Tolstoy’s Political Thought | Alexandre Christoyannopoulos

September 24, 2020 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Alexandre Christoyannopoulos to expand on his presentation, “Leo Tolstoy’s Political Thought." Alexandre Christoyannopoulos is Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at Loughborough University. He is the author of Christian Anarchism (2010), Tolstoy's Political Thought (2019) as well as a number of articles, chapters and other publicat...

308 | Grounds for Peace | Leo Tolstoy’s Political Thought | Alexandre Christoyannopoulos

September 24, 2020 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Alexandre Christoyannopoulos to expand on his presentation, “Leo Tolstoy’s Political Thought." Alexandre Christoyannopoulos is Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at Loughborough University. He is the author of Christian Anarchism (2010), Tolstoy's Political Thought (2019) as well as a number of articles, chapters and other publicat...

307 | Grounds for Peace | Making Soldiers out of Children: Is there Space For Peace in Schools | Ellis Brooks

September 23, 2020 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Ellis Brooks to expand on his presentation, “Making Soldiers out of Children: Is there Space For Peace in Schools?" Having worked as a teacher and a campaigner, Ellis Brooks has been delivering peace education since 2005. Working with Quakers in Britain, Ellis works with partners like the Peace Education Network to strengthen peace education in Britain...

307 | Grounds for Peace | Making Soldiers out of Children: Is there Space For Peace in Schools | Ellis Brooks

September 23, 2020 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Ellis Brooks to expand on his presentation, “Making Soldiers out of Children: Is there Space For Peace in Schools?" Having worked as a teacher and a campaigner, Ellis Brooks has been delivering peace education since 2005. Working with Quakers in Britain, Ellis works with partners like the Peace Education Network to strengthen peace education in Britain...

306 | Toward the Peaceful One | Ron Harmon

September 22, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

A special PZP spotlight series featuring interviews with all the authors exploring the guiding question: “Are we moving toward Jesus, the peaceful One?” in a Herald magazine article series running June/July 2020 – April/May 2021. Ron’s article is titled “Looking Back to See Ahead.” Click here to read Ron's article, "Looking Back to See Ahead." Click here to find the recorded online discussion group with Ron and Janne' Grover Click here find more resources related to the Guiding Question  ...

306 | Toward the Peaceful One | Ron Harmon

September 22, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

A special PZP spotlight series featuring interviews with all the authors exploring the guiding question: “Are we moving toward Jesus, the peaceful One?” in a Herald magazine article series running June/July 2020 – April/May 2021. Ron’s article is titled “Looking Back to See Ahead.” Click here to read Ron's article, "Looking Back to See Ahead." Click here to find the recorded online discussion group with Ron and Janne' Grover Click here find more resources related to the Guiding Question  ...

305 | What's Brewing | Online Ministries

September 18, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

As Community of Christ continues to meet online, some areas are experimenting with different ways to connect members and seekers. Greater Pacific North West Mission Center has provided multiple ways for people to engage in church life while remaining safe at home. Today, seventy Sean Langdon shares about those ministries and some of his best tips of how you can add a little creativity to the online ministries in your area.  Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Sean Langdon

305 | What's Brewing | Online Ministries

September 18, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

As Community of Christ continues to meet online, some areas are experimenting with different ways to connect members and seekers. Greater Pacific North West Mission Center has provided multiple ways for people to engage in church life while remaining safe at home. Today, seventy Sean Langdon shares about those ministries and some of his best tips of how you can add a little creativity to the online ministries in your area.  Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Sean Langdon Thanks for listening ...

ES 79 | Coffee in The Swarm | Georgia Seagraves

September 15, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Coffee in The Swarm takes us into the lives of students at Graceland University. Today, senior Georgia Seagraves shares her reflections on Covid, racial injustice, intersectionality and how it all relates to our call to live out Christ's mission.  Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Georgia Seagraves

ES 79 | Coffee in The Swarm | Georgia Seagraves

September 15, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Coffee in The Swarm takes us into the lives of students at Graceland University. Today, senior Georgia Seagraves shares her reflections on Covid, racial injustice, intersectionality and how it all relates to our call to live out Christ's mission.  Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Georgia Seagraves Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian...

304 | Cuppa Joe | Mahonri Stewart

September 11, 2020 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Mahonri Stewart, playwright, educator, and published writer shares his story of finding deep connection with David Hyrum Smith and the rest of the Smith family as he wrote his play, The Fading Flower. Through his exploring of church history, he became drawn to Community of Christ and the focus on continuing revelation. Mahonri has plans to officially join Community of Christ next year. You can find Mahonri's works here. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Mahonri Stewart  Thanks for listening to P...

304 | Cuppa Joe | Mahonri Stewart

September 11, 2020 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Mahonri Stewart, playwright, educator, and published writer shares his story of finding deep connection with David Hyrum Smith and the rest of the Smith family as he wrote his play, The Fading Flower. Through his exploring of church history, he became drawn to Community of Christ and the focus on continuing revelation. Mahonri has plans to officially join Community of Christ next year. You can find Mahonri's works here. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Mahonri Stewart 

303 | Coffee Buzz | Dark Night of the Soul | President Veazey

September 09, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Today in our monthly conversation with a member of the First Presidency, Prophet President Steve Veazey shares his reflections on the "dark night of the soul", a term coined by St. John of the Cross. Hear President Veazey talk about a dark night of his soul and the connection of letting go of our ego so we can find peace.  Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Chris...

303 | Coffee Buzz | Dark Night of the Soul | President Veazey

September 09, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Today in our monthly conversation with a member of the First Presidency, Prophet President Steve Veazey shares his reflections on the "dark night of the soul", a term coined by St. John of the Cross. Hear President Veazey talk about a dark night of his soul and the connection of letting go of our ego so we can find peace. 

302 | Re-release: Coffee Buzz | Systemic Racism | President Steve Veazey

September 08, 2020 18:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Project Zion Podcast is re-releasing our June 2020 Coffee Buzz episode with Prophet President Veazey. Featured in the August/September issue of the Herald magazine, this interview invites the church to reflect on our own compliance and part in systemic racism. President Veazey shares his reflections on the sin of racism and calls the church to action so we can live up to our Enduring Principles and uphold the worth of all.  Host: Linda Booth Guest: President Steve Veazey  Thanks for listen...

302 | Re-release: Coffee Buzz | Systemic Racism | President Steve Veazey

September 08, 2020 18:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Project Zion Podcast is re-releasing our June 2020 Coffee Buzz episode with Prophet President Veazey. Featured in the August/September issue of the Herald magazine, this interview invites the church to reflect on our own compliance and part in systemic racism. President Veazey shares his reflections on the sin of racism and calls the church to action so we can live up to our Enduring Principles and uphold the worth of all.  Host: Linda Booth Guest: President Steve Veazey 

301 | Priesthood Authority | John Hamer

September 04, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

Where does Community of Christ get our priesthood authority? What about the larger Restoration movement? What about Christianity as a whole? Restoration scholar and Seventy, John Hamer, joins Carla to answer these questions and more!  Host: Carla Long  Guest: John Hamer 

301 | Priesthood Authority | John Hamer

September 04, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

Where does Community of Christ get our priesthood authority? What about the larger Restoration movement? What about Christianity as a whole? Restoration scholar and Seventy, John Hamer, joins Carla to answer these questions and more!  Host: Carla Long  Guest: John Hamer  Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. Genera...

300 | Grounds for Peace | Can Peace Begin on Our Plates? Pt 2 | Georgia and Ryan Comins

September 02, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Georgia and Ryan Comins to expand on their presentation, “Can Peace Begin on Our Plates?”. This is a two part podcast. Check out episode 299 for the first half of their conversation! Georgia and Ryan Comins have been living a plant-based lifestyle for four years. Georgia is a university student in the final year of a degree in English Literature, and ...

299 | Grounds for Peace | Can Peace Begin on our Plates? Part 1 | Georgia and Ryan Comins

September 01, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Georgia and Ryan Comins to expand on their presentation, “Can Peace Begin on Our Plates?”. This is a two part podcast. Tune in tomorrow for the second half of the conversation! Georgia and Ryan Comins have been living a plant-based lifestyle for four years. Georgia is a university student in the final year of a degree in English Literature, and Ryan is...

299 | Grounds for Peace | Can Peace Begin on our Plates? Pt 1 | Georgia and Ryan Comins

September 01, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Georgia and Ryan Comins to expand on their presentation, “Can Peace Begin on Our Plates?”. This is a two part podcast. Tune in tomorrow for the second half of the conversation! Georgia and Ryan Comins have been living a plant-based lifestyle for four years. Georgia is a university student in the final year of a degree in English Literature, and Ryan is...

298 | Church History Principles and Q&A Pt 2 | Lach Mackay and Barbara Walden

August 27, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MB

What do you do when a terrific class runs out of time to answer all the questions? You do a follow up interview with Project Zion Podcast. Historians Barbara Walden and Lachlan Mackay tackle a long list of questions still in the queue at the conclusion of their class exploration of Restoration History thru the lens of the Community of Christ Church History Principles. Listen to the Sunday school class and part 1 of the Q&A here Read our Church History Principles here Read our Faithful Disag...

297 | Church History Principles and Q&A | Lach Mackay and Barbara Walden

August 25, 2020 04:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

This podcast features an engaging class and dynamic Q and A focused on the Community of Christ Church History Principles and the exploration of Restoration history. Originally provided as part of Salt Lake City Community of Christ annual 2020 Sunstone Sunday Invitational. Don’t miss the follow up PZP interview with these church historians featuring all the questions still in the queue when class ended that morning, which will be posted later this week! Find the Church History Principles her...

ES 78 | Developmetrics | David Lloyd

August 21, 2020 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Continuing education is important aspect of discipleship in Community of Christ. The church in Canada has provided a way for much of this education to happen online through Developmentrics, LLC. Today, Carla talks with David Lloyd as he explains the format of the classes, what is offered, and how you can benefit from taking Temple School courses online. Host: Carla Long Guest: David Lloyd Developmetric's Website For more information, contact David Lloyd at [email protected]  Thanks fo...

ES 78 | Developmetrics | David Lloyd

August 21, 2020 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Continuing education is important aspect of discipleship in Community of Christ. The church in Canada has provided a way for much of this education to happen online through Developmentrics, LLC. Today, Carla talks with David Lloyd as he explains the format of the classes, what is offered, and how you can benefit from taking Temple School courses online. Host: Carla Long Guest: David Lloyd Developmetric's Website For more information, contact David Lloyd at [email protected] 

296 | Grounds For Peace | Interfaith Partnerships and Advocacy | Zac Harmon-MacLaughlin

August 19, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

In partnership with the 2020 European Peace Colloquy, Project Zion Podcast is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we welcome Zac Harmon-MacLaughlin to expand on his presentation, "Interfaith Partnerships and Advocacy". Zac Harmon-McLaughlin is the Dean and faculty member of the Community of Christ Seminary and Director of Religious Studies at Graceland University. He has been a full-time pastor, missionary coordinator, and mission centre president in the USA and Mexico.  He...

295 | Fair Trade | Meredith Carr

August 18, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

Meredith Carr shares her story of finding a spiritual hope in Community of Christ after a life of running from religion. With a complicated history of going to an all girl's Catholic school and not feeling included, she was able to find a home in Community of Christ that was open, accepting, and uplifts the worth of all. Click here to find the recent episode where Meredith and other ministers in her mission center discuss children's ministry online.  Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Meredi...

294 | Coffee in the Swarm | Natalie Harper

August 14, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Graceland University student, Natalie Harper, has been involved with campus ministries, including being a student pastor. As she heads into her senior year she's sharing her reflections on some of the conversations many students on campus are having. How is the pandemic impacting college life? What role does Graceland play in the discussion on racism? And how can Community of Christ young adults live out our Enduring Principles and values to make our community a better place? 

294 | Coffee in the Swarm | Natalie Harper

August 14, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Graceland University student, Natalie Harper, has been involved with campus ministries, including being a student pastor. As she heads into her senior year she's sharing her reflections on some of the conversations many students on campus are having. How is the pandemic impacting college life? What role does Graceland play in the discussion on racism? And how can Community of Christ young adults live out our Enduring Principles and values to make our community a better place?  Thanks for li...

ES 77 | Women's Ordination in Community of Christ | Changes

August 12, 2020 23:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

Project Zion Podcast is teaming up with Smith College Professor, David Howlett, to release a series of podcasts his student created on women's ordination in Community of Christ.  This episode features how women’s ordination has changed our interviewees and how it has changed their denomination as a whole. Featured interviewees: Gwendolyn Hawks-Blue, Charmaine Chvala-Smith, Jane Gardner, and Linda Booth. Written and produced by: Clara Brill-Carlat, C’21; Esther Kerns, C’20; Zoe House, C’20...

ES 77 | Women's Ordination in Community of Christ | Changes

August 12, 2020 23:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

Project Zion Podcast is teaming up with Smith College Professor, David Howlett, to release a series of podcasts his student created on women's ordination in Community of Christ.  This episode features how women’s ordination has changed our interviewees and how it has changed their denomination as a whole. Featured interviewees: Gwendolyn Hawks-Blue, Charmaine Chvala-Smith, Jane Gardner, and Linda Booth. Written and produced by: Clara Brill-Carlat, C’21; Esther Kerns, C’20; Zoe House, C’20...

293 | Coffee Buzz | Finding Hope During Coronavirus

August 11, 2020 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Stassi Cramm, member of Community of Christ's First Presidency, wrote her doctoral dissertation on hope. Today on Coffee Buzz, she shares about her research and explains how hope is not empty optimism, but that it is possible to find hope in the midst of troubling times. Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General...

292 | Cuppa Joe | Nauvoo Polygamy and the RLDS Church

August 07, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

Community of Christ has a complicated history with the practice of polygamy. On today's episode of Project Zion Podcast, Apostle Lach Mackay shares that history and how the church gives space for analysis and open dialogue. The content of this interview was presented at Sunstone Symposium in August 2020.  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Lach Mackay 

292 | Cuppa Joe | Nauvoo Polygamy and the RLDS Church

August 07, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

Community of Christ has a complicated history with the practice of polygamy. On today's episode of Project Zion Podcast, Apostle Lach Mackay shares that history and how the church gives space for analysis and open dialogue. The content of this interview was presented at Sunstone Symposium in August 2020.  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Lach Mackay  Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born...

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