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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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504 | Climate Brewing | Systemic Solutions: Climate Policies 101

August 18, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

 Climate Brewing features the presenters of the Climate Change Colloquy from the North American Climate Justice Team of Community of Christ. Today we are hearing from Randy Litzenberger about his presentation, "Systemic Solutions: Climate Policies 101". You can view Randy's original presentation here: https://youtu.be/HfUIN0b978A Host: Susan Oxley Guest: Randy Litzenberger Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with p...

503 | Cuppa Joe | Theo-History | Early Church

August 16, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MB

Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. This episode looks at the early church, exploring Joseph Smith's conversion experience, the Book of Mormon, the church's organization, conflicts in Kirtland and Missouri, and being exiled from Zion. Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to...

502 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation | Clifford Cole: Architect and Re-founder of the Modern Community of Christ

August 12, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Keith Wilson who shares about his presentation, "Clifford Cole: Architect and Re-founder of the Modern Community of Christ" You can find Keith's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/4WqDV9AI_n4 Host: Karin Peter Guest: Keith Wilson  Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music...

502 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation | Clifford Cole: Architect and Re-founder of the Modern Community of Christ

August 12, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Keith Wilson who shares about his presentation, "Clifford Cole: Architect and Re-founder of the Modern Community of Christ" You can find Keith's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/4WqDV9AI_n4 Host: Karin Peter Guest: Keith Wilson 

501 | Percolating on Faith | Protest Theodicy

August 09, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Where is God in the midst of evil and suffering? Percolating on Faith is exploring various theodicies that attempt to answer this question. In this episode, they focus on protest theodicy, which is rooted in lament found in the Hebrew tradition.  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 Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music...

500 | Celebrating Five Hundred Episodes of Project Zion Podcast!

August 05, 2022 10:00 - 2 hours - 88.5 MB

Celebrate Project Zion's 500th episode! Project Zion Podcast started in August 2015 and has produced 500 full-length episodes and over 100 shorter episodes. To celebrate this milestone, we're hearing from the members of the Project Zion team as they share their experiences sharing the story and mission of Community of Christ.  Host: Robin Linkhart Guests: Linda Booth, Mike Hoffman, Jason Eyre, Josh Mangelson, Karin Peter, Kuzma Brudsky, Carla Long, and Brittany Mangelson Special thanks to ...

A15 | Awaken to God's Presence | Blessing the Boats

August 02, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MB

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation reflecting on the ebb and flow of life. Sit back, relax, and think about what is tides in your life and what you are learning from them.  Host: Tyler Marz 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 Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Ave...

A14 | Awaken to God's Presence | Blessing the Boats

August 02, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MB

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation reflecting on the ebb and flow of life. Sit back, relax, and think about what is tides in your life and what you are learning from them.  Host: Tyler Marz

499 | New'Brew | First Corinthians

July 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: First Corinthians. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith

499 | New'Brew | First Corinthians

July 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: First Corinthians. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music...

ES 97 | Cuppa Joe | Hidden Things Shall Come to Light: The Visual Image of Joseph Smith Jr.

July 28, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In the Spring of 2020, Community of Christ Apostle Lachlan Mackay was contacted by his uncle, Dan Larsen, about a Smith family locket that had been hidden away for decades. At first, Lach didn't believe the image inside could be Joseph Smith Jr, but after over two years of research, Lach and historian Ron Romig are compelled to believe the locket does contain the first ever daguerreotype of Joseph Smith Jr. Their research and finding are published in the Spring/Summer 2022 John Whitmer Histo...

ES 98 | Cuppa Joe | Hidden Things Shall Come to Light: The Visual Image of Joseph Smith Jr.

July 28, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In the Spring of 2020, Community of Christ Apostle Lachlan Mackay was contacted by his uncle, Dan Larsen, about a Smith family locket that had been hidden away for decades. At first, Lach didn't believe the image inside could be Joseph Smith Jr, but after over two years of research, Lach and historian Ron Romig are compelled to believe the locket does contain the first ever daguerreotype of Joseph Smith Jr. Their research and finding are published in the Spring/Summer 2022 John Whitmer Histo...

ES 97 | Cuppa Joe | Hidden Things Shall Come to Light: The Visual Image of Joseph Smith Jr.

July 28, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In the Spring of 2020, Community of Christ Apostle Lachlan Mackay was contacted by his uncle, Dan Larsen, about a Smith family locket that had been hidden away for decades. At first, Lach didn't believe the image inside could be Joseph Smith Jr, but after over two years of research, Lach and historian Ron Romig are compelled to believe the locket does contain the first ever daguerreotype of Joseph Smith Jr. Their research and finding are published in the Spring/Summer 2022 John Whitmer Histo...

498 | Cuppa Joe | Theo-History | Introduction

July 26, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

NEW! Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. First up: “Restoring the Ancient Order” explores the Restoration against a backdrop of the Second Great Awakening and rise of utopian communities. Learn more about our movement and its roots in the greater Christian Tradition. Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chva...

498 | Cuppa Joe | Theo-History | Introduction

July 26, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

NEW! Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. First up: “Restoring the Ancient Order” explores the Restoration against a backdrop of the Second Great Awakening and rise of utopian communities. Learn more about our movement and its roots in the greater Christian Tradition. Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chva...

497 | Chai Can't Even | Cheyenne Koerth

July 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

From camps to leading worship as a teen,  to marrying her wife in the church, Cheyenne Koerth of Austin, Texas shares what it was like growing up in Community of Christ. With a deep love of the Enduring Principles, Cheyenne remains hopeful for the future of this faith community. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Cheynne Koerth    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...

497 | Chai Can't Even | Cheyenne Koerth

July 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

From camps to leading worship as a teen,  to marrying her wife in the church, Cheyenne Koerth of Austin, Texas shares what it was like growing up in Community of Christ. With a deep love of the Enduring Principles, Cheyenne remains hopeful for the future of this faith community. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Cheynne Koerth   

496 | Percolating on Faith | Augustinian Theodicy

July 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

Where is God in the midst of evil and suffering? Percolating on Faith is exploring various theodicies that attempt to answer this question. Today, they are focusing on Augustine's Theodicy and how he approached sin, suffering, and calamities.   Host: Carla Long Guest: 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 Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2...

495 | Open Topics | Women's Journey of Becoming Pt 2

July 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Community of Christ can provide exciting new ministry opportunities for many women. Robin Linkhart talks with Leslie Dalton, Joanna Smith, and Brittany Mangelson about their transitions into a community where they have found liberation and surprising challenges along the way.  Host: Robin Linkhart Guests: Leslie Dalton, Joanna Smith, and Brittany Mangelson You can find Part 1 of this conversation with Karin Peter and Robin Linkhart here: http://www.projectzionpodcast.org/podcast/491-open-t...

494 | Percolating on Faith | Irenaean Theodicy

July 12, 2022 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Where in God in the midst of evil and suffering? Percolating on Faith is exploring various theodicies that attempt to answer this question. Today, they are focusing on Irenaean Theodicy which explores the idea that human suffering is from God and allows humanity to grow.  Host: Carla Long Guest: 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 Everyone Born,” Community o...

493 | Fair Trade | Shandra Brooks

July 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Shandra Brooks of Salt Lake City shares her story of faith and how she found Community of Christ. Shandra has always been a deep thinker and questioner, and in Community of Christ, she has found a place where she can embrace her questions, and where her family can be loved for exactly who they are.  Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Shandra Brooks Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone B...

A14 | Awaken to God's Presence | Micah 6:8 Lectio Divina

July 05, 2022 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.75 MB

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation from Micah 6. Sit back, relax, and think about what it means to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly before God. Host: Tyler Marz 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 Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30...

A14 | Awaken to God's Presence | Micah 6:8 Lectio Divina

July 05, 2022 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.75 MB

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation from Micah 6. Sit back, relax, and think about what it means to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly before God. Host: Tyler Marz

492 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation | Charles Derry: First Reorganization Missionary in the British Isles

July 01, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Andrew Bolton who shares about his presentation, "Charles Derry: First Reorganization Missionary in the British Isles" You can find Andrew's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/viFTfkDxQSs Host: Karin Peter Guest: Andrew Bolton Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music use...

491 | Open Topics | Women’s Journey of Becoming, Part I

June 28, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

Community of Christ’s journey to the full inclusion of women in all aspects of church life took a long, long time. In fact it’s still unfolding. Karin Peter and Robin Linkhart share stories from their journeys which included the seismic shift from all male priesthood to include female (and now all genders). It’s an inward and outward journey as a people, and as individuals, filled with prophetic questions to help us find our way in an ever changing world. Host: Robin Linkhart Guest: Karin P...

490 | New'Brew | John

June 24, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: John. Find a video of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/dzTpf2ngM0I Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow ...

489 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation | Mark Hill Forscutt: Mormon Missionary, Morrisite Apostle, and RLDS Minister

June 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Project Zion is partnering with Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation to bring you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Eric Paul Rogers who shares about his presentation, "Mark Hill Forscutt: Mormon Missionary, Morrisite Apostle, and RLDS Minister". You can find the original presentation here: https://youtu.be/5Mwix3Ow3u0  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Eric Paul Rogers Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Faceb...

488 | What's Brewing | Rio Grande Mission Center

June 17, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

What's Brewing in the Rio Grande mission center, you ask? Today we sit down with Humberto Tinsman who serves as a full-time minister for the Mission Center and the pastor of the Juan Tabo congregation. Humberto shares how his mission center is getting involved in their community and bringing ministry to youth, the unhoused, those struggling with addiction, and other vulnerable parts of their community.  Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Humberto Tinsman  Thanks for listening to Project Zion ...

487 | Percolating on Faith | Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People

June 14, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Percolating on Faith is exploring an age-old question--Why do bad things happen to good people? What are the theological assumptions behind this question and what does it say about humanity's desire to control our fate? It turns out there is a lot packed into one little question that has been stumping us since the beginning of time.   Host: Carla Long Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith

487 | Percolating on Faith | Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People

June 14, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Percolating on Faith is exploring an age-old question--Why do bad things happen to good people? What are the theological assumptions behind this question and what does it say about humanity's desire to control our fate? It turns out there is a lot packed into one little question that has been stumping us since the beginning of time.   Host: Carla Long Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro m...

486 | Chai Can't Even | Molly Bagley

June 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MB

Molly Bagley, a millennial in Community of Christ, shares about growing up in the church, her evolving and sometimes complicated relationship with the Restoration, but why she remains an enthusiastic participant with Community of Christ.    Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Molly Bagley 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,...

A13 | Awaken to God's Presence | Pride in the Temple

June 07, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.33 MB

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation for Pride month. Sit back, relax, and think about how God is calling you to support the LGBTQIA+ community.  Host: Tyler Marz 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 Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyr...

A13 | Awaken to God's Presence | Pride in the Temple

June 07, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.33 MB

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation for Pride month. Sit back, relax, and think about how God is calling you to support the LGBTQIA+ community.  Host: Tyler Marz

485 | Coffee Buzz | Financial Update June 2022

June 03, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

President Stassi Cramm shares candid, important updates about Community of Christ's finances. Our ability to live out Christ's mission is dependent on the generosity of members and friends of the church, and we hope you will take the time to consider how you can join in sharing Christ's peace with the world. You can find the June 2022 financial update here: https://bit.ly/38Zf4M5 Host: Linda Booth Guest: Stassi Cramm Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and...

484 | What's Brewing | Music Therapy

May 31, 2022 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

There are many ways followers of Jesus can provide ministry in their local context. Emily Salisbury, a Latter-day Seeker in Utah, shares how she is able to be present and bring peace to others as a music therapist, even in the midst of her own faith transition.  Host: Carla Long Guest: Emily Salisbury 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 ©...

484 | What's Brewing | Music Therapy

May 31, 2022 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

There are many ways followers of Jesus can provide ministry in their local context. Emily Salisbury, a Latter-day Seeker in Utah, shares how she is able to be present and bring peace to others as a music therapist, even in the midst of her own faith transition.  Host: Carla Long Guest: Emily Salisbury

483 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation | What Were the Women to Do?

May 27, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Sherry Mesle-Morain who shares about her upcoming presentation, "What Were the Women to Do?"  where she explores the history of the Lamoni Mite Society. Register for the June 2nd lecture here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VRqtN8TITcyZQxAx-pHhXQ Host: Karin Peter Guest: Sherry Mesle-Morain Thanks for listening to Project Zion...

482 | Fair Trade | Suzanne Scribner

May 24, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MB

Community of Christ elder Suzanne Scribner shares her story of conversion from the LDS church. Suzanne's belief in the Worth of All Persons and her roots in the Restoration helped make Community of Christ a place where she could live out her discipleship with integrity and be involved in ways that were previously unavailable.  Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Suzanne Scribner Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with ...

A12 | Awaken to God's Presence | Nonviolence

May 20, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.05 MB

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through a meditation on nonviolence. As Community of Christ journeys together toward Jesus, the peaceful One. We hope you use this meditation to reflect on how God is calling you to participate in the work of nonviolence.  Host: Tyler Marz

A12 | Awaken to God's Presence | Nonviolence

May 20, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.05 MB

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through a meditation on nonviolence. As Community of Christ journeys together toward Jesus, the peaceful One. We hope you use this meditation to reflect on how God is calling you to participate in the work of nonviolence.  Host: Tyler Marz 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 B...

481 | What's Brewing | Supporting Pride as a Church

May 17, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Pride season is around the corner! If your congregation is curious about attending Pride or hosting a booth at Pride, Project Zion is joined by three guests that have experience representing Community of Christ at various Pride events.  Host: Carla Long Guests: Karin Peter, Blair White, Tyler Marz 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 © 200...

480 | Grounds for Peace | Nakba Day

May 14, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

Nakba is Arabic for disaster or catastrophe that happened to Palestinians in 1948 when around about 700,000 Palestinians fled their homes as refugees and Palestinian society and homeland ended.  Bilal Al Issa is a third generation Palestinian living in Denmark, a board member of the Danish house in Palestine (DHIP). His grandfather now in his 90s, is still in a refugee camp in Lebanon, yet hopes to return to his village that he left in 1948.  Daniel Bannoura, is a Christian Palestinian fro...

479 | What's Brewing | Reunion Resources

May 13, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Reunions are back! Community of Christ has a long camping tradition that was largely compromised because of the pandemic. This summer, many Mission Centers are heading back to camp for the first time since 2019. Today, Apostle Janné Grover shares what resources have been produced by the church this year to supplement previous years' materials as we journey together as a church toward World Conference 2023. Find Let Peace Dwell Here materials here: https://www.heraldhouse.org/products/let-p...

479 | What's Brewing | Reunion Resources

May 13, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Reunions are back! Community of Christ has a long camping tradition that was largely compromised because of the pandemic. This summer, many Mission Centers are heading back to camp for the first time since 2019. Today, Apostle Janné Grover shares what resources have been produced by the church this year to supplement previous years' materials as we journey together as a church toward World Conference 2023. Find Let Peace Dwell Here materials here: https://www.heraldhouse.org/products/let-p...

478 | Percolating on Faith | Julian of Norwich

May 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Percolating on Faith is back with another look at the great mystics of Christianity. Today we are introducing you to Julian of Norwich.  Julian's work, "The Revelations of Divine Love" remains an important text for spiritual seekers and offers a theological understanding of a God that is rooted in boundless love for all creation.  Host: Carla Long Guests: Tony Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with pe...

477 | Fair Trade | Mags Edvalson

May 06, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Mags Edvalson, a convert to Community of Christ, struggled to find her place in the LDS church as an asexual young adult. In addition to brushing up against strict gender roles and expectations, Mags found issues with other contemporary teachings in Mormonism. Her involvement in Community of Christ has taken her to Kirtland and Independence, and she has been able to reconcile her sexuality, spiritual autonomy, and interest in church history in her new church home.  Host: Carla Long Guest: M...

476 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation | John Avondet, the First Italian Missionary of the Reorganization

May 03, 2022 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

The Historic Sites Foundation is back with a Spring Lecture Series and Project Zion is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we are joined by Michael Wright who shares about   John Avondet. You can attend Michael's May 5th presentation, "John Avondet, the First Italian Missionary of the Reorganization"  by registering at this link.  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Michael Wright Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music...

475 | New'Brew | Acts

April 29, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: Acts. Be on the lookout next month for John!  Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Watch the video of this podcast: https://youtu.be/FbDiPvplJGA   Thanks for li...

474 | Grounds for Peace | Holocaust Remembrance Day and Making Peace in Palestine and Israel

April 27, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Rami Elhanan is an Israeli graphic artist whose father survived Auschwitz.  He lost his daughter Smadar in 1997.  Two weeks off being 14 years old, Smadar was blown up by three Palestinian suicide bombers. She was out that afternoon buying books for school.  Bassam Aramin was a Palestinian prisoner for seven years for throwing grenades as a 17 year old at some Israeli soldiers that fortunately did not injure anyone.  One day, on Holocaust Remembrance Day, he watched a film on the Holocaust ...

A11 | Awaken to God's Presence | Walking the Neighborhood

April 26, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through the spiritual practice of walking the neighborhood. Through this intentional practice, we can feel God's presence and love no matter where we are.  Host: Tyler Marz 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 Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, A...

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