Project Zion Podcast Project Zion Podcast

For over 40 years, Rod Downing has been on the front lines (literally) of the struggle for environmental and climate justice. Listen in as host Susan Oxley and Rod sit down for a chat about how he got started, what he has done and seen, and how activism has changed over the years. Perhaps you’ll come away inspired to join in the struggle with this “vintage” climate advocate. Hear more from the Climate Brewing series, here. Download TranscriptThanks for listening to Project Zi...

Turn down the noise! (After you listen to this episode of Coffee to Go, of course). Sometimes the chaos that results from large gatherings can get a bit overwhelming... and Jesus did not get a “pass” when it came to crowds. Add to that the cacophony of questions, challenges of authority, and requests for healing, and, well... no wonder Jesus enjoyed a little time alone on the mountain with God. Join co-hosts Karin Peter for an interesting conversation about why a little peace and quiet ...

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 foundational to his ministry as he engages with those whom God is calling he and his congregation to serve. Download TranscriptThanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Fo...

In 1964, Julie Andrews, playing the role of Mary Poppins sang the song “My Favorite Things.” In today’s episode of Awaken to God’s Presence, host and spiritual director Tyler Marz focuses the listener’s attention on wonderful things. Using Howard Thurman’s poem How Wonderful as a starting point, Tyler encourages us to celebrate the wonderful things found in life ... including our LGBTQIA+ family, friends, and community. What better way than this to kick off PRIDE month while listening for God...

Take a break. Put your feet up. Grab some coffee. Whatever it is you do to rest. Just don’t confuse that kind of rest with Sabbath. In this episode of Coffee to Go, we find Jesus and his disciples clashing with the religious leaders over the issue of Sabbath. Join co-hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith for a discussion on the concept of rest in the Christian tradition, emphasizing its importance in creating space for divine healing and wholeness. Download TranscriptThanks for ...

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 community. The story is so good that we had to split it up into two episodes. So, grab your cup of coffee and join host Robin Linkhart for part one. Then, stay tuned! ...