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Hi this is Bishop Julius C Trimble.

I have a mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential” - in short, to be encouraged.

I get encouraged when I hear stories of good news. It could be a gospel story like Jesus encouraging Zacchaeus about going to his house or one of our United Methodist Churches serving the needs of the homeless in their community or even the laughter of my own granddaughter.

I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality and state of the United Methodist Church.

I also think we rise to our highest potential when we listen and learn from others. I love to talk with be encouraged by having conversations with insightful experts who help make me better.

These are challenging times in our world and in our United Methodist Church to be sure and those matters need to be addressed. I just think we can talk about everything in the light of the overwhelming love of Jesus Christ and that is encouraging indeed.

So let’s talk.

Please let me encourage you to join me on my podcast.

Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Trimble.

You can find Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Timble on Apple Podcasts and the other podcast directories.

This the place to where together we can accomplish the mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to they highest potential” So please listen in and encourage others to join us.

God loves you and so do I and there’s nothing you can do about it.

See you soon on Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble.

Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble Bishop Julius C. Trimble

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Hi this is Bishop Julius C Trimble.

I have a mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential” - in short, to be encouraged.

I get encouraged when I hear stories of good news. It could be a gospel story like Jesus encouraging Zacchaeus about going to his house or one of our United Methodist Churches serving the needs of the homeless in their community or even the laughter of my own granddaughter.

I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality and state of the United Methodist Church.

I also think we rise to our highest potential when we listen and learn from others. I love to talk with be encouraged by having conversations with insightful experts who help make me better.

These are challenging times in our world and in our United Methodist Church to be sure and those matters need to be addressed. I just think we can talk about everything in the light of the overwhelming love of Jesus Christ and that is encouraging indeed.

So let’s talk.

Please let me encourage you to join me on my podcast.

Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Trimble.

You can find Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Timble on Apple Podcasts and the other podcast directories.

This the place to where together we can accomplish the mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to they highest potential” So please listen in and encourage others to join us.

God loves you and so do I and there’s nothing you can do about it.

See you soon on Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble.

    Lent Book Study Part 3 of "Multiplying Love" by Paul W. Chilcote

    Lent Book Study Part 3 of "Multiplying Love" by Paul W. Chilcote

    Bishop Julius C. Trimble is the Resident Bishop of the Indiana Area of the United Methodist Church.
    Bishop Trimble has the personal mission to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential. It is his commitment to his personal mission that led Bishop Trimble to create the “To Be Encouraged” Podcast along with co-host Rev.Dr. Brad Miller.
    Bishop Trimble says, “I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the Bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality, and the state of the United Methodist Church.”
    To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble is to be published weekly and is available at www.tobeencouraged.com and all the podcast directories.
    https://www.inumc.org/bishop/office-of-the-bishop/
    Episode 098 is the recording of Bishop Trimble live teaching on the book "Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together" By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote. This podcast was recorded live on March 17, 2024 and is the third of a four part Lenten Book study.
    https://www.cokesbury.com/Multiplying-Love
    Register for Upcoming Live Teaching by Bishop Trimble on the book "Mutiplying Love" over Zoom
    Bishop’s Podcast: 
    This Lenten Book Study Podcast Recordings are available at the links below
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    https://tobeencouraged.com/
    Apple Podcasts: (IOS Compatible)
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    In this uplifting episode of the "Multiplying Love" Lenten book study, Bishop Julius C. Trimble leads an engaging discussion on Chapters 5 and 6 of Paul Chilcote's book "Multiplying Love: A Methodist Renewal for Discipleship, Mission, and Community."
    The conversation kicks off with a powerful reading from Colossians 3:11-15, setting the tone for exploring what it truly means to be a movement of inclusive love and grace as the church. Participants share profound insights on rediscovering the church as a loving, spirit-led movement rather than just an organized religion focused on doctrine and structure.
    Drawing from sobering statistics, the group wrestles with the hard truth that many unchurched Americans view Christianity today as more about organized religion than loving God and neighbor. This sparks a poignant dialogue on how the church can better embody and convey the generous, benevolent love of God.

    In a moving moment, Rev. Dr. Michael Cartwright offers a heartfelt confession, reflecting on his early ministry years and the need to prioritize "being with" over just "doing for." His vulnerability reminds us all of the transformative power of abiding in Christ's love through authentic relationships.

    The discussion then turns to John 15:4-10, the powerful vine and branches analogy, leading to insights on the church's calling to be a community...

    • 57 min
    Lenten Book Study - Part 2: Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote

    Lenten Book Study - Part 2: Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote

    Bishop Julius C. Trimble is the Resident Bishop of the Indiana Area of the United Methodist Church.
    Bishop Trimble has the personal mission to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential. It is his commitment to his personal mission that led Bishop Trimble to create the “To Be Encouraged” Podcast along with co-host Rev.Dr. Brad Miller.
    Bishop Trimble says, “I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the Bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality, and the state of the United Methodist Church.”
    To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble is to be published weekly and is available at www.tobeencouraged.com and all the podcast directories.
    https://www.inumc.org/bishop/office-of-the-bishop/
    Episode 097 is the recording of Bishop Trimble live teaching on the book "Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together" By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote. This podcast was recorded live on March 10, 2024 and is the first of four part Lenten Book study.
    https://www.cokesbury.com/Multiplying-Love
    Register for Upcoming Live Teaching by Bishop Trimble on the book "Mutiplying Love" over Zoom
    Bishop’s Podcast: 
    This Lenten Book Study Podcast Recordings are available at the links below
    Web: 
    https://tobeencouraged.com/
    Apple Podcasts: (IOS Compatible)
    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-encouraged-with-bishop-julius-c-trimble/id1601874089
    Spotify: (Android compatible)
    https://open.spotify.com/show/2SKQRkpV2G2OGRMKr6AENF?si=eb138b1ea2a647e3
    YouTube: Video
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fECoFqqNdjI
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    Contact: Rev. Dr. Brad Miller
    brad.miller@inumc.org
    317-445-8211

    • 57 min
    Lenten Book Study - Part 1: Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote

    Lenten Book Study - Part 1: Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote

    Bishop Julius C. Trimble is the Resident Bishop of the Indiana Area of the United Methodist Church.
    Bishop Trimble has the personal mission to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential. It is his commitment to his personal mission that led Bishop Trimble to create the “To Be Encouraged” Podcast along with co-host Rev.Dr. Brad Miller.
    Bishop Trimble says, “I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the Bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality, and the state of the United Methodist Church.”
    To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble is to be published weekly and is available at www.tobeencouraged.com and all the podcast directories.
    https://www.inumc.org/bishop/office-of-the-bishop/
    Episode 096 is the recording of Bishop Trimble live teaching on the book Multiplying Love A Vision of United Methodist Life Together By Dr. Paul W. Chilcote. This podcast was recorded live on March 3, 2024 and is the first of four part Lenten Book study.
    https://www.cokesbury.com/Multiplying-Love
    Register for Upcoming Live Teaching by Bishop Trimble on the book "Mutiplying Love" over Zoom

    • 57 min
    The Impact and Importance of Black History Month with Bishop Julius C. Trimble (Encore Presentation)

    The Impact and Importance of Black History Month with Bishop Julius C. Trimble (Encore Presentation)

    Bishop Julius C. Trimble is the Resident Bishop of the Indiana Area of the United Methodist Church.
    Bishop Trimble has the personal mission to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential. It is his commitment to his personal mission that led Bishop Trimble to create the “To Be Encouraged” Podcast along with co-host Rev.Dr. Brad Miller.
    Bishop Trimble says, “I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the Bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality, and the state of the United Methodist Church.”
    To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble is to be published weekly and is available at www.tobeencouraged.com and all the podcast directories.
    https://www.inumc.org/bishop/office-of-the-bishop/
    Episode 095 of To Be Encouraged is an encore presentation about the Impact and Importance of Black History Month as presented by Bishop Trimble. The Episode was previously published as https://tobeencouraged.com/episode/047.

    • 14 min
    "The Disaffiliation Dilemma in A Local United Methodist Church" Part 2 Divorce, Custody, Recovery, Encouragement and A Hopeful Future

    "The Disaffiliation Dilemma in A Local United Methodist Church" Part 2 Divorce, Custody, Recovery, Encouragement and A Hopeful Future

    Bishop Julius C. Trimble is the Resident Bishop of the Indiana Area of the United Methodist Church.
    Bishop Trimble has the personal mission to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential. It is his commitment to his personal mission that led Bishop Trimble to create the “To Be Encouraged” Podcast along with co-host Rev.Dr. Brad Miller.
    Bishop Trimble says, “I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the Bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality, and the state of the United Methodist Church.”
    To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble is to be published weekly and is available at www.tobeencouraged.com and all the podcast directories.
    https://www.inumc.org/bishop/office-of-the-bishop/
    Welcome to episode 094 of To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble and Rev. Dr. Brad Miller. In this two-part series, we dive into the Disaffiliation Dilemma in the United Methodist Church, focusing on the particular case of the Madison North United Methodist Church in Madison, Indiana. Episode 094 is part 2 in the series. In this episode we explore the impact of disaffiliation, likening it to a divorce and custody battle, and how the church is navigating recovery and finding hope for the future.
    Joined by guest Rev. Tracey Leslie, from the Indiana Annual Conference Staff and Tanya Hess from the North Madison United Methodist Church, we discuss the emotional aftermath of the vote for disaffiliation and the challenges the church faced in continuing its ministry, including a particularly meaningful story about a donut stand ministry at the county fair. We also explore how the church dealt with the analogy of divorce and custody battle, and how they are working to redefine their narrative and find hope for the future.
    Bishop Julius C Trimble weighs in with insightful commentary, offering words of encouragement and hope for churches facing similar challenges. Join us as we delve into this difficult yet ultimately uplifting story of resilience and faith, and learn how one church is finding new purpose and determination in the face of adversity.
    Rev. Tracey Leslie ;
    Tanya Hess

    • 26 min
    "The Disaffiliation Dilemma in One Local United Methodist Church" Part 1. Discernment and Divorce with Rev. Tracey Leslie and Lay Person Tonya Hess

    "The Disaffiliation Dilemma in One Local United Methodist Church" Part 1. Discernment and Divorce with Rev. Tracey Leslie and Lay Person Tonya Hess

    Bishop Julius C. Trimble is the Resident Bishop of the Indiana Area of the United Methodist Church.
    Bishop Trimble has the personal mission to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential. It is his commitment to his personal mission that led Bishop Trimble to create the “To Be Encouraged” Podcast along with co-host Rev.Dr. Brad Miller.
    Bishop Trimble says, “I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the Bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality, and the state of the United Methodist Church.”
    To Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble is to be published weekly and is available at www.tobeencouraged.com and all the podcast directories.
    https://www.inumc.org/bishop/office-of-the-bishop/
    This is Episode 093 "Disaffiliation Dilemma Part 1 Discernment and Divorce"
    In this episode, Bishop Trimble address the pervasive confusion that has been afflicting United Methodist congregations, surrounding the contentious issue of disaffiliation. We take a closer look at paragraph 2553, the catalyst for many church votes, some marked by a significant lack of clarity, leaving faith communities on the precipice of separation.
    Our focus will be on the real and pressing concerns that arise when congregations consider disaffiliation: the tangible effects on church life, ministry, and their ability to influence the community. We confront the emotional and logistical complications that emerge, especially in churches divided by narrowly split votes.
    Joining us in this critical conversation are Rev. Tracey Leslie and dedicated layperson Tanya Hess, who bring both expertise and experience to the table. Rev. Leslie will shed light on her role in guiding congregations through these turbulent times, particularly in welcoming and understanding those impacted by church divisions. Tanya Hess presents a heartfelt account of her personal journey with the North Madison United Methodist Church, revealing the hardships and consequences of their disaffiliation debate.
    As we explore the difficult terrain of church splits, financial burdens, and the exodus of leadership, our goal is to uncover pathways towards healing and rebuilding. This episode marks the beginning of our exploration into recovery, with the promise of delving deeper in Part 2 (Episode 094 “The Disaffiliation Dilemma: Recover and Hope”.)
    We invite you to listen with an open heart as we offer support and guidance to those navigating these troubled waters. Together, we'll seek to reaffirm our commitment to the fundamental mission of the church: to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Please join us for this important conversation here on "To Be Encouraged."
    Rev. Tracey Leslie ;
    Tanya Hess

    • 29 min

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