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Co-opted Imaginations | Reclaiming Romans

Experiments in Preaching
Experiments in Preaching
Co-opted Imaginations | Reclaiming Romans
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Paul invites us to re-imagine the way in which our world functions within systems of power and wealth, patriarchy and hierarchy. The question is: do we have the imagination to follow through?

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The Community | Reclaiming Romans

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Experiments in Preaching
The Community | Reclaiming Romans
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One of Paul’s primary concerns throughout his letter comes down to community – living faith in the midst of our community. In this series, we’re deconstructing Paul’s letter to the Romans and giving it new life.

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Caesar, A Saviour | Reclaiming Romans

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Experiments in Preaching
Caesar, A Saviour | Reclaiming Romans
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Paul counteracts the dominant narrative in Roman culture: the saving grace of Caesar. Listen for a new perspective on Romans that sheds light on context, culture and community.

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Status | Reclaiming Romans

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Experiments in Preaching
Status | Reclaiming Romans
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This week, we uncover the community and the makeup of the churches in Rome; Paul tears down privilege and power in the church.

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All Her Paths Lead to Peace

Mar 10, 2019

Experiments in Preaching
Experiments in Preaching
All Her Paths Lead to Peace
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In the Jewish concept of shalom, everything should lead us toward peace, that is toward wholeness, unity and life.

Embodiment as an Act of Shalom

Embodiment as an Act of Shalom

Mar 3, 2019

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Experiments in Preaching
Embodiment as an Act of Shalom
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Melissa Kullman explores embodiment as an act of shalom. Our bodies are complex, fascinating and wondrous. How do we regain peace within our body’s experience in the world?

Shalom what?

Feb 24, 2019

Experiments in Preaching
Experiments in Preaching
Shalom what?
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It could be said that the entire Judeo-Christian movement is centred on God’s desire to bring about shalom – peace and unity among every living creature. This series is an exploration of this central biblical concept.

An Honest Conversation

Feb 17, 2019

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Experiments in Preaching
An Honest Conversation
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From our initial video published on mental health, we have Erin Bonney and Jonathan Zielke to explore a bit deeper. No agenda – just an honest conversation.

Narrative Pastoral Care

Feb 10, 2019

Experiments in Preaching
Experiments in Preaching
Narrative Pastoral Care
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We are storied people; this matters when we talk about caring for those struggling with mental health. We follow the work of Dr. Karen Scheib who pairs Narrative Personality Theory and Narrative Therapy to provide a new practice of pastoral care.

Lectio Divina | Burdens

Feb 3, 2019

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Experiments in Preaching
Lectio Divina | Burdens
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Learning the practice of Lectio Divina as a practice that improves our mental health.

An Apology

Jan 13, 2019

The church owes the world an...

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