Faith Unfiltered Podcast

Faith Unfiltered Podcast
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Welcome to Faith Unfiltered— a raw, real, and radically inclusive space rooted in the mission and message of Community of Christ, where Christ-centered faith meets authentic conversation, and peace is something we practice, not just pray for.

  1. 1d ago

    996 | Coffee to Go | Proper 19 | Year A

    How many times are we really supposed to forgive someone—seven times, seventy times seven, or until we finally get the point? In this episode of Coffee to Go, Karin Peter and Blake Smith explore Jesus’ challenging—and slightly exasperated—response to Peter’s question about forgiveness in Matthew 18. Beyond counting offenses, the conversation invites us to consider how every word, choice, and interaction sends energy into our communities, either contributing to what is life-giving or what is harmful. So this week, check your vibes: What are you sending out into the world, and are you creating more space for forgiveness, connection, and goodness?  Listen to more episodes in the Coffee to Go series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    996 | Coffee to Go | Proper 19 | Year A

  2. 3d ago

    995 | Climate Brewing | Climate and God | Steve Dunagan, NASA

    What happens when science and faith look at the same universe? In this episode of Climate Brewing, Susan Oxley sits down with retired NASA scientist and Community of Christ minister Steve Dunagan to explore the remarkable intersection of earth science, climate change, faith, and a lifelong curiosity about creation. Steve shares how his NASA career led him from aeronautical research into Earth science and climate research—and why understanding creation can also be a way of understanding the Creator. Along the way, he reflects on the challenges facing our planet, the importance of paying attention to what science reveals, and the practices of gratitude, spiritual formation, and Christian community that continue to give him hope.  Listen to more episodes in the Climate Brewing series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    995 | Climate Brewing | Climate and God | Steve Dunagan, NASA

  3. Sep 6

    994 | Coffee to Go | Proper 18 | Year A

    The most faithful thing you can do is simply choose love! In this episode of Coffee to Go, Karin Peter and Blake Smith explore Paul’s words in Romans 13 and the radical idea that love—not rules, judgment, culture, or retribution—is what fulfills the law. They unpack what it means to “put on” Christ-like love as a way of being: actively caring, serving, showing compassion, and choosing love even when it’s difficult. Along the way, they challenge us to notice where culture pulls us away from love and to rehearse a different response—one rooted in the way of Jesus.  Listen to other episodes in the Coffee to Go series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    994 | Coffee to Go | Proper 18 | Year A

  4. Sep 4

    362 | Climate Brewing | Engaging the Faith Community | RE-POST

    What if the first step toward climate justice isn’t solving the crisis—but learning to cherish creation? With the 2026 Peace Forum focused on the environment just around the corner, we thought it would be a good time to pull this episode of Climate Brewing from the Project Zion Podcast vault. Here, Katie and Zac Harmon-McLaughlin explore climate change as a deeply spiritual issue, inviting us to recognize our belonging within the interconnected web of God’s creation. From choosing the recycling bin to building a local climate action team, this conversation reminds us that we don’t have to solve the whole problem—we simply need to take the next right step, with hope, courage, and love. Listen to other episodes in the Climate Brewing series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    362 | Climate Brewing | Engaging the Faith Community | RE-POST

  5. Sep 1

    A57 | Awaken to God's Presence | A Home for the Soul

    “Teach me, God, to Wonder, teach me, God, to see...”  The opening words to a hymn by Walter Faquharson reflect the longing of someone to experience the beauty of God’s creation.  In the midst of such beauty, many find peace and rest for their soul. In this episode of Awaken to God’s Presence, host Robin Linkhart invites listeners to imagine their favorite outside space where their soul feels completely at home... where they belong. Take a few minutes to rest as you join Robin for a moment of reflection and guided meditation that will leave you feeling renewed and ready for what lies ahead.   Listen to other episodes in the Awaken to God’s Presence series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    A57 | Awaken to God's Presence | A Home for the Soul

  6. Aug 30

    993 | Coffee to Go | Proper 17 | Year A

    What if our mountaintop experiences weren’t just for our enjoyment? Join hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith in a brief exploration of Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush—a moment of holy ground, divine revelation, and a call to action on behalf of people who are suffering. Together, they challenge us to look beyond inward spiritual experiences and ask how our encounters with the sacred can move us toward justice, compassion, and service. Grab your coffee and join the conversation as we discover what it means to find holy ground wherever God’s work of healing and liberation is happening.  Listen to more episodes in the Coffee to Go series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    993 | Coffee to Go | Proper 17 | Year A

  7. Aug 28

    992 | Fair Trade | Gail Shurtleff | Ch2 | Pt2

    Picking up right where they left off in Pt 1 (episode #990), This Fair Trade episode continues to explore what happens when a faith journey enters a new chapter—and how seeking, belonging, healing, and ministry can reshape our understanding of God and ourselves. Gail Shurtleff shares candid wisdom from her own journey into Community of Christ, emphasizing the importance of friendship, listening, accessibility, and creating safe spaces for those navigating profound transitions. Above all, Gail reminds us that we don't have to know exactly where the journey is going—we can trust that God knows our name and will lead us forward.  Listen to other episodes in the Fair Trade series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    992 | Fair Trade | Gail Shurtleff | Ch2 | Pt2

  8. Aug 23

    991 | Coffee to Go | Proper 16 | Year A

    What happens when fear turns strangers into threats—and courage looks like disobedience? This week on Coffee to Go, hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith explore the story of Moses’ birth and the courageous women who defied an oppressive system to protect his life, reminding us that liberation sometimes begins with ordinary people refusing to cooperate with injustice. From the fear of immigrants and the misuse of power to the hidden strength of women and the sacred practice of listening across cultural differences, this episode connects the ancient story of Exodus to the realities of our world today. Grab your coffee and join the conversation as we ask what it means to confront fear, challenge harmful systems, and make space for the stranger.  Listen to more episodes in the Coffee to Go series.  Download the transcript.  Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered! 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. copyright@umcmission.org  “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).  All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.     NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

    991 | Coffee to Go | Proper 16 | Year A
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Welcome to Faith Unfiltered— a raw, real, and radically inclusive space rooted in the mission and message of Community of Christ, where Christ-centered faith meets authentic conversation, and peace is something we practice, not just pray for.

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  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
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