4 episodes

Dive into the troubles we all have, the trouble the church has caused, the trouble the church is in, the trouble we have in our systems, and the “good trouble” we could all stir up to disrupt the status quo and move towards something better. Lookin' for Trouble will have guests join for an in-depth look into particular ‘troubles’. Some upcoming episodes will include Oxford County of Ontario Helps Ukraine, a chat with some Zorrra Township Councillors about our place in the community to answer best its needs, and a talk about Inclusion, after excluding so many before. It all starts with some baked goods and some tea and coffee, so have yours ready, too, and join us. Listen in to the fun and interesting conversations Susan and Mark have been having for years!

Lookin' for Trouble Westminster & Knox United Church

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Dive into the troubles we all have, the trouble the church has caused, the trouble the church is in, the trouble we have in our systems, and the “good trouble” we could all stir up to disrupt the status quo and move towards something better. Lookin' for Trouble will have guests join for an in-depth look into particular ‘troubles’. Some upcoming episodes will include Oxford County of Ontario Helps Ukraine, a chat with some Zorrra Township Councillors about our place in the community to answer best its needs, and a talk about Inclusion, after excluding so many before. It all starts with some baked goods and some tea and coffee, so have yours ready, too, and join us. Listen in to the fun and interesting conversations Susan and Mark have been having for years!

    Who's in ? Who's out ? - Episode 3

    Who's in ? Who's out ? - Episode 3

    Inclusivity is the topic of today's episode. Join a coupla' Reverends with Kate Lockhart and Grace Dow as they discuss inclusivity in the church, in the workplace and in our own community. What is it we can do to be as inclusive as possible and what that may look like.
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    Where's Our Place? - Episode 2

    Where's Our Place? - Episode 2

    Join Rev. Mark Marshall and Susan Cole in conversation with Zorra Township counsellors Crystal Finch and Katie Grigg about where Our Place is in community and where it could be . . .


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    • 50 min
    Ukraine - Where are they running to?? - Episode 1

    Ukraine - Where are they running to?? - Episode 1

    The Ukrainian-Russian war continues and Ukrainians are fleeing their home in search of safety for a new start. They are running, but where are they running to ?  

    Join a coupla' reverends in  conversation with Dave and Karen Murray about Oxford commitment to helping Ukraine and an ever-growing Ukrainian community here in Oxford County. 

    Listen and learn how one Facebook page - Oxford County of Oxford Helps Ukraine - was the start of a large and growing cause to help support refugees who come to Ontario for safety and shelter.

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    • 42 min
    Episode Zero - An Introduction

    Episode Zero - An Introduction

    An introduction to a coupla' Reverends from Westminster and Knox United who get together to eat Pumpkin Cake , drink green tea, and talk some about the 'Trouble' we all find ourselves in the world and in our churches. The discussion goes just about everywhere; 
    COVID-19, Ukrainians fleeing a war, Refugee aid,Lent - the meaning and place within/outside the church,Residential Schools,Inclusion and exclusion within the churchHave a listen, share it with a friend and have a discussion about these important topics in our world. We want to hear your thoughts!!! Send any thoughts, questions, and suggestions to podcast@makingconnexions.com and we'll be sure to get back to you.

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    • 39 min

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