Best Pastor Bert Podcasts (2026)

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Stories from the Storm: Service in Disaster Zones 29:16

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In this Do Justice episode, Chris Orme talks with World Renew Disaster Response Services Director, Chris Gibson. Gibson, with a background in youth ministry, discusses DRS's 50-year mission of bringing help and hope to disaster-affected communities through long-term, collaborative recovery. He shares a powerful story from Rolling Fork, Mississippi,…

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Bert Adema: On Gifts, Gardens, and Good Samaritans 31:19

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In this episode we speak with Bert Adema, Executive Director of Indigenous Christian Fellowship in Regina, Saskatchewan. Bert shares about 32 years of ministry, fostering a vibrant community by addressing spiritual and social needs. He emphasizes an incarnational approach, tackling the "messiness" of the world and advocating for right relations, no…

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The Power of Every Drop: Transforming Lives with World Renew 37:22

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This Do Justice episode features Carol Bremer-Bennett, co-Executive Director of World Renew. She discusses the organization's 60-year history, its community-centered approach to relief and development, and its commitment to Core Humanitarian Standards. Carol shares powerful stories of transformation, including Miri's journey from addiction and the …

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Cultivating Abundance: Talbot Street Church's Approach to Justice 27:18

6M ago27:18

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This episode of Do Justice features Rachel Brouwer, Director of Community Engagement at Talbot Street Church, discussing their unique approach to community engagement and global partnership. She shares how their focused giving campaigns, like the Warm Homes Project, fostered abundance and deep connection, even amidst challenging times. Rachel empha…

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Unjust Debt: Unpacking the Global Financial System 26:45

6M ago26:45

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This episode of Do Justice features Dean Dettloff, Research and Advocacy Officer for Development and Peace, discussing the Jubilee 2025 campaign to turn debt into hope. Building on the successful Jubilee 2000, Dean explains why systemic changes to the global financial architecture are needed to address persistent debt crises in the Global South. He…

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The Power of Care: Fighting Hunger in a Cynical World 35:16

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Join Chris Orme as he speaks with Andy Harrington, Executive Director of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank (CFGB). With 37 years in international development, Andy shares how CFGB, a partnership of 15 Christian denominations, works to end global hunger through emergency food relief and long-term development. He recounts impactful stories from Rwanda and…

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Abundance and Scarcity | Season 10 Preview 3:20

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This season, we’re diving into a theme that calls us to reimagine how we think about abundance, scarcity, and the global challenges we face today. Hit the subscribe button so that you don't miss any episode in this season.

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The Joys and Messiness of Intercultural Ministry 26:50

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Gary Timmermans shares about the CRCNA's multicultural cohort. These cohort brings together churches to share experiences, challenges, and successes in fostering intercultural ministry. Gary shares stories from churches that embraced their multicultural congregations. Show Notes: Thriving Essentials Cohorts: https://www.crcna.org/essentials Intercu…

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Asset-Based Faith: Empowering Communities Through God’s Gifts 24:00

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In this episode of Do Justice, Jodi Koeman of World Renew joins us to talk about churches engaging in asset-based development. We explore how listening, relationship-building, and justice can help congregations and neighborhoods thrive together. From revitalizing gardens to building trust around bonfires, discover how God’s shalom comes alive when …

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Pastoral Care in Practice: Moving Beyond the Human Sexuality Report 36:30

1y ago36:30

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Syd Hielema joins us for this episode about fostering pastoral care and hospitality for the LGBTQ+ community within the Christian Reformed Church. In this episode we hear from participants of the "Hospitality to LGBTQ" cohort. Syd discusses the challenges of fear, the importance of a covenantal approach, and how intentional community learning can s…

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Reconciliation Is a Journey: Stories from the Frontlines 22:04

1y ago22:04

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Adrian Jacobs and Cindy Stover join us in this episode to explore Hearts Exchanged, an eight-month learning journey fostering reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. Discover how participants deepen understanding through storytelling, on-the-land learning, and group reflection, turning education into action and building la…

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Beyond the Ramp: Redesigning Church for All 23:51

1y ago23:51

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In this episode Lindsay Wieland Capel, the Disability Consultant for Thrive, an agency of the CRCNA, joins us to explore the transformative work of accessible church ministry. We delve into the Accessible Church Ministry cohort, a group dedicated to rethinking church inclusivity, and share stories of how churches have worked to better welcome peopl…

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Journeying Together | Season 9 Preview 1:15

1y ago1:15

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Life - and the journey towards biblical justice is better when we don’t go it alone. This is one principle behind the CRC’s Thriving Practices cohorts. A cohort connects churches to explore a specific aspect of ministry together. Learn more about the topic we're going to explore in Season 9 of Do Justice in this preview episode.…

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Navigating Change: Lessons from Church Renewal 31:27

1+ y ago31:27

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In this episode we discuss the 'elephants' of church renewal. Rev. Dr. Elaine May discusses her work in church renewal and leadership development within the Christian Reformed Church in North America. She highlights the importance of shifting from ownership to stewardship, aligning church ministry with God's mission, and the challenges and blessing…

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Persistent Pursuit: Mark's Journey from Haiti to Deaconship 22:24

1+ y ago22:24

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Mark Vanderwees from Diaconal Ministries Canada joins us to talk about his journey to becoming a deacon and suggestions for best practices for deacons. This episode discusses the evolving role of deacons, community engagement, and practical support for church benevolence and justice initiatives. Show Notes: Diaconal Ministries Canada: https://diaco…

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Biblical Theology of Land and Housing 24:15

1+ y ago24:15

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At Making Housing and Community Happen, we work with people of all faiths and anyone who wants to work for housing justice. As we work with people of faith, we urge everyone to draw deep from their faith tradition for inspiration and motivation and ways to speak to others in their faith community to organize them for the work of housing justice. Mo…

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The Blessing of Belonging: A Church's Journey to Inclusivity 35:20

1+ y ago35:20

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Pastor Dave VanderWoude from City Hope GR shares insights on creating an inclusive church for people of all abilities. He discusses his personal journey, challenges in fostering belonging, and the transformative power of inclusivity. Don't miss these interesting stories and insights. Show Notes: City Hope Grand Rapids: https://cityhopegr.org/ Thriv…

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See Things Differently: Sponsorship Stories 27:57

1+ y ago27:57

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In this episode we're joined by Bev Stephenson, a dedicated volunteer in refugee resettlement in the US. Bev shares her experiences co-sponsoring Afghan and Cuban refugee families alongside her church. Bev shares insightful stories highlighting the challenges, joys, and profound impact of building cross-cultural relationships and supporting familie…

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Episode 3: Racial Justice Talk by Pastor Len Tang 11:45

1+ y ago11:45

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The intersection of racial justice and housing justice in the United States his huge, and a lot of our work highlights and addresses this intersection. This episode is a short talk that Pastor Len Tang, of Missio Community Church in Pasadena, gave at the May 8, 2024 gathering of the Clergy Community Coalition at First Baptist Church of Pasadena. Th…

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'I'm Not Okay': Cultivating Compassionate Churches 23:03

1+ y ago23:03

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In this enlightening episode host Chris Orme has a candid conversation with Tom Jantzi, Director of Congregational Assistance Plan and Clergy Care at Shalem Network. Tom shares invaluable insights on destigmatizing mental health within church communities, emphasizing the importance of normalizing conversations and acknowledging the holistic nature …

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Engineering to Youth Work: Embracing God's Unexpected Path 29:31

1+ y ago29:31

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Host Chris Orme welcomes Greg Houldcroft, founder of Cross Town Impact, a ministry dedicated to serving at-risk youth. Greg shares his journey of faith and the challenges faced in establishing the organization. Cross Town Impact provides safe spaces for children, offering support and mentorship. Greg highlights lessons he's learned along the way es…

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How Saying 'Yes' Transformed Gateway Church 31:21

1+ y ago31:21

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In this compelling episode host Chris Orme sits down with Dan Veeneman and Marcel de Regt from Gateway Community Church in Abbotsford B.C. Together, they delve into the church's transformative journey of hosting an extreme weather shelter for the homeless. Dan and Marcel share stories about the realities of participating in this ministry. From conf…

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Elephants in the Room | Season 8 Preview 2:18

1+ y ago2:18

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We know the journey of justice is messy, full of pitfalls and roadblocks. And sometimes it feels like we’re all avoiding the question everyone is thinking. When it comes to justice we can experience gaps between our convictions and the way we can live them out. What if we could have a conversation about these elephant(s) in the room? In this season…

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Transforming Nations and Hearts 32:28

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George de Vuyst, is a missionary with Resonate Global Mission. He has been serving in Ukraine since 1998. George trains pastors and facilitates healing and reconciliation through “Healing Hearts, Transforming Nations” (HHTN) workshops and trainings for facilitators. In June 2021 he traveled to Michigan and planned to return overseas in June 2022. R…

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Transforming Conflict Into Grace 25:47

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When Stacey Campbell talks about reconciliation she knows what she's talking about. Not only because of her work with Prison Fellowship Canada but also because of the reconciliation she has worked through in her personal life. Stacey vulnerably shares stories about both with us. "Good self-care isn't about more bubble baths and chocolate. It's abou…

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Redefining Belonging: Marlene's Tenacious Story 25:50

2y ago25:50

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Marlene was born In Burns Lake BC to an Indigenous father and a white mother. Her father joined the military when she was 18 months old and she was raised in a variety of towns and Air Bases throughout Canada and Germany. In this episode Marlene tells us about what it has been like to embrace her Indigenous AND Christian identity. "I did bring my h…

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Building Harmony in Mali 27:13

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Harouna Issaka is the regional director for West Africa with World Renew and also works with Timothy Leadership training. In this episode Harouna speaks with us about how the Timothy Leadership Training has build relationships across unexpected divides. Show Notes: Transcript World Renew in West Africa Timothy Leadership Training…

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From Forced Relocation to Reconciliation 25:33

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In this episode we talk with Shannon Perez about what reconciliation looks like in light of her personal story and her First Nation's story. Shannon is the director of the Indigenous Family Centre (a CRC ministry with Indigenous people in Winnipeg). Shannon is a member of the Sayisi Dene First Nation, and lives in Winnipeg with her husband and chil…

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Being Asked About One Moment 37:21

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In this episode Andrew Reinstra joins us to talk about what it's like to reconcile his experiences his birth and adoptive families. We get into the questions *not* to ask an adopted person. If you've wanted to think about the intersection of justice and adoption this is the episode for you. Andrew Rienstra works for World Renew. In 2017, Andrew fou…

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Healing Rifts | Season 7 Preview 3:38

2+ y ago3:38

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Our host Chris Orme introduces you to the theme of this season of the podcast. Stay tuned for episodes from great guests. “But Esau ran to meet him and embraced him and fell on his neck and kissed him, and they wept.” Genesis 33:4 Ray Orlund reflects that this verse has often struck him as one of the most beautiful in the Bible. “We all feel the po…

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Reflection for National Truth and Reconciliation Day 2023 | Season 6 Bonus 19:31

2+ y ago19:31

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September 30th 2023 is the third time Canada will mark a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. It coincides with Orange Shirt Day, a grassroots commemoration marked by the wearing of Orange Shirts for children forced to leave their families and attend residential schools. This reflection is designed to take approximately half an hour and we rec…

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Episode 2: Rent Control and Tenant Protections 58:03

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In this episode, I interview Brendan Poon, an amazing high school student who interned with us to work on Pasadena's rent control campaign, and also Jill Shook, the co-founding ED of MHCH about Pasadena's rent control campaign and other tenant protection campaigns in Pasadena. We are very thankful to the Pasadena Tenants Union who led the campaign …

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Episode 1: Inclusionary Housing 57:51

2+ y ago57:51

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Dr. Jill Suzanne Shook tells stories of how she got into organizing and advocating for housing justice and how we got inclusionary housing in Pasadena. Visit our website.By Bert

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This is Hunting Park 36:34

2+ y ago36:34

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This community in Philadelphia, while full of families and individuals working hard to make ends meet, is taking action in their own backyards to address climate change. In this bonus podcast episode hear from film maker Nathan Roels and local climate organizer Allen Drew about how this storytelling project came together. And be inspired to see how…

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From Bricklaying to Bangladesh 28:00

2+ y ago28:00

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The best job description according to Roy Berkenbosch is “whatever the day needs.” In his life this has meant jobs in both bricklaying and Bangladesh. In the episode Roy shares stories from his development work with World Renew and his experience at King’s University with the Micah Centre. Show Notes: Thank you to Season sponsor the Micah Centre: h…

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Human Connection in Dehumanizing Places 38:12

3y ago38:12

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John Lamsma has spent over 25 years in prison…ministry. He shares how pastoral care can ease the pain of incarceration, the origins of restorative justice as a focus in the CRCNA and the importance of affirming the image of God in every person, always. Show Notes: Thank you to season sponsor the Micah Centre: https://www.kingsu.ca/programs/micah-ce…

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Deliverance Can Take Decades 31:00

3y ago31:00

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Jenny Yang has been on the long journey advocating for just immigration policy for over 15 years. As the Senior Vice President of Advocacy & Policy with World Relief she shares her experience speaking with Christians about immigration reform, talking with her kids about race, and how a speaking opportunity in Amish country led to mutual mind changi…

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Food that Helps not Harms 20:03

3y ago20:03

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John Klein-Geltink is a long term coach for deacons and passionate foodie—as in food banks. In his work with Operation Sharing in Woodstock Ontario John has helped switch from food donations to food gift cards. This approach gives more agency to people involved and John talks about how he can see the fruit of this change from his long involvement. …

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Doing Climate Good without Giving Up 25:30

3y ago25:30

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Rev Dr Ben Lowe wrote the book on doing good without giving up. (Literally.) He works as Deputy Executive Director of A Rocha International. Ben shares the practices that sustain his work and an inspiring example of grassroots Christian communities in Ghana uniting to protect creation. Ben gives encouragement for those feeling climate anxiety and h…

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“Long Obedience in the Same Direction” | Season 6 Preview 24:32

3y ago24:32

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Jonathan Nicolai-deKoning (is the director of the Micah Centre at King’s University, which helps students explore ways of seeking justice in today's local and global contexts. He joins Chris to talk about the lines of thought in two of his recent blogs on Do Justice which lent inspiration to the theme of this season. Show Notes: Thank you to season…

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Pick Up Your Instrument: Practices for Worship Leaders | Season 5 Ep. 6 33:09

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Joyce and Katie join us again to talk about what shaping worship justly has looked like in their contexts as well as practical suggestions for ways worship leaders can shape justice and worship in their own congregations. Show Notes: Reflection Questions: https://network.crcna.org/biblical-justice/do-justice-podcast-reflection-questions Transcript:…

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Reflection for National Truth and Reconciliation Day 2022 | Season 5 Bonus 17:29

3+ y ago17:29

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September 30th 2022 is the second time Canada will mark a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. It coincides with Orange Shirt Day, a grassroots commemoration marked by the wearing of Orange Shirts for children forced to leave their families and attend residential schools. This reflection is designed to take approximately half an hour and we re…

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Spiritually, Everybody’s Hungry | Season 5 Ep. 5 40:29

3+ y ago40:29

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Claudio Carvalhaes has sat at tables with people around the world, listening to their communal expressions of joy, lament, and doubt in worship. From these experiences he shares ways to lead worship in solidarity with communities experiencing suffering. Claudio is the author of “Liturgies from Below” and he has a PhD. in Liturgy and Theology. Show …

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Worshiping When the World is Falling Apart | Season 5 Ep. 4 35:41

3+ y ago35:41

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Jacqui Mignault is one of the writers behind weekly Do Justice prayers. As a pastor, she talks about what it’s like to practice bringing current events before God. If you’ve ever wondered how to acknowledge current events in worship, this is the episode for you. Show Notes: Do Justice Prayers: https://dojustice.crcna.org/categories/justice-and-wors…

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The Porters Gate: Groaning/Singing with Creation | Season 5 Ep. 3 47:54

3+ y ago47:54

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Songs about the end of the world and stuff. [Actually] we have a great conversation about ways churches in North America can think about their relationship with creation in a new way through the music offered in the Climate Vigil Album created with The Porters Gate. Climate change can feel heavy and dark. The Climate Vigil is a project to bring pra…

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“These Walls of Bitterness Must Be Broken” | Season 5 Ep. 2 47:58

3+ y ago47:58

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In 1995, Jonathan Maracle, a Mohawk from Tyendinaga Territory in Ontario, Canada, decided not to sing Amazing Grace at the Sacred Assembly in Ottawa, as he had been asked. What he didn’t know was that listening to the Spirit in that moment would inspire a band and ministry that would shape the rest of his life [and the church.] Show Notes: Transcri…

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Bless God, Bless Others - Cruciform Worship | Season 5 Ep. 1 35:51

3+ y ago35:51

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We welcome Dr. Kenny Wallace to the show. Kenny is an African American Choctaw Pawnee from the United States living in Canada. He teaches nationally and internationally about multi-ethnic worship with his organization Kingdom Reflections Multi-Ethnic Worship Ministries and today he unpacks with us how multi-ethnic worship can shape our spiritual im…

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Tune Our Hearts: How Worship Shapes Us to Do Justice | Season 5 Preview 16:49

3+ y ago16:49

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It’s a party! The Do Justice podcast has new partners and friends. Joyce Borger and Katie Roelofs with CRCNA Worship Ministries join us to set up the focus for this season: how worship can orient our hearts toward justice. P.S. Throughout this season you may hear our producers names' Megan and Victoria come up. They're on each call to make sure tha…

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Edgar Aguilar: Vaccine Equity with La Asociación para una Sociedad más Justa in Honduras | Season 4 Ep. 5 28:18

4y ago28:18

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In the final episode of Season 4, Edgar Aguilar, senior researcher with La Asociación para una Sociedad más Justa, or the Association for a More Just Society in Honduras joins us. Edgar shares how organizations and communities advocating for Covid-19 vaccine equity have resulted in increased vaccination rates in Honduras. Chris and Edgar also talk …

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Dena Nicolai: The Gift of Talking With an Elected Official - Advocating With Newcomers and Refugees | Season 4 Ep. 4 34:09

4y ago34:09

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Dena Nicolai, chaplain and refugee support mobilizer with the Christian Reformed Churches of British Columbia, shares the simple starting place for much of her engagement with people who have been refugees: joining them for a cup of coffee and saying “tell me how you’re doing.” Dena and Chris also talk about the ministry of sharing in lament, the i…