Regent College Podcast

Short-term and long-term Mission trips have been viewed with mixed perspectives, so how are we to understand mission in light of colonial history?  How can we have cross-cultural experiences that are mutual and take on a posture of curiosity? What is "mission integral" and how has impacted Latin American Universities ?  We discussed these questions and more with Alejandra Ortiz.  We hope you enjoy the conversation.  Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

What are we to do with the books of the Bible that do not mention God at all?   How are we to interpret what seems like God's divine absence?  What are the books in the Megilloth and what are the authors trying to tell us about God, life, and faith?  We had a wonderful conversation around these questions and more with Dr. Brittney Melton. Dr. Melton has written a book on these very questions called, Where is God in the Megilloth? A Dialogue on the Ambiguity of Divine Presence and Absence.  We hope you enjoy the conversation.   Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

What was significant about Jesus placing a child in the midst of religious leaders and His disciples, as seen in Matthew eighteen?  Why is it important to not simply form children in the faith, but also allow children to inform faith?  How we're children in the eighteenth century being formed in faith and practice, and what can we learn from that time period?  We sat down with Dr. Cindy Aalders and had a conversation about these questions and more.  We hope you enjoy the conversation! Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

How are we to understand Biblical metaphor, specially in the Old Testament? Isaiah is full of metaphorically imagery, specifically familial metaphors.  What is Isaiah telling us through these different metaphors?  Why is it important to have a diverse range of voices in the theological education and how is this possible?  Dr. Brittney Kim helped us unpack  and wrestle through these questions.  Dr. Kim is also the director for Every Voice: A Center for Kingdom Diversity in Christian Theological Education.  We hope you enjoy the conversation.  Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

How can poetry give words to the mystery of the divine?  Why is poetry sometimes difficult to understand and comprehend?  What ways can poetry help oneself and others reflect on deep personal longings and disappointments?  We discussed these questions and more with Jolene Nolte, who has recently published a book of poetry.  Jolene also shared some of her poems during the conversation.  We hope you find this conversation delightful and insightful!Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

What is the difference between a refugee, asylum seeker, and migrant and how does the Biblical text talk about migrants and forced migrants?  How does the Biblical text reveal how Israel is to treat the refugee and what are the implications for us today?  What are the major ethical questions around refugees and forced migrants?  We discussed these questions and more with Dr. Barnabas Aspray.  We hope you enjoy the conversation.  Also, Dr. Aspray published a book recently called Ricur at the Limits of Philosophy: God, Creation, and Evil.  Check it out here. Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

We have really enjoyed this past year of conversations around life, faith, and theology on the Regent College Podcast! If you have enjoyed the podcast, would you consider writing a review or rating us.  Also if there are any conversations you enjoyed or topics you think we should discuss feel free to email us at podcast@regent-college.edu.  If you would like to give an end of the year donation to Regent College please let them know the podcast sent you.  Have a wonderful Advent season.  We will be back the beginning of January next year.  Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

Many know him was one who led a life of poverty.  Others see him as one who brought renewal to the church.  Some even thought that he had the ability to communicate with animals.  So, who was St. Francis of Assisi, why did he live a life of poverty, and what impact did he have on the church and community at his time?  We had a conversation with Dr. Steven Watts about these questions and more.  We hope you enjoy the conversation!If this conversation peaks your interest Dr. Watts is teaching a this winter on the Life of St. Francis of Assisi.  Check it out here. Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

Why is it important to find the right language when we talk about mental health?  How should we talk about mental health that paints a more wholistic narrative?  What is the goal for those who have a mental illness and how can the church and community  support them in this?  What does it look like to hold one another's joy amidst suffering and sadness? We discuss these questions and more with Dr. John Swinton.  We hope you enjoy!If this conversation peaked your interest, John Swinton and Daniel Whitehead are teaching a  course this J-term, called "Seeking Sanctuary, Finding Shalom: Love, Community, and the Lived Experience of Mental Health Challenges".  Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter

Many questions have come up in regards to the Apostle Paul based on some of the things he wrote in his letter.  Some have accused Paul of being arrogant, a jerk, a killjoy, a misogynist, and other accusation.  How are we to understand who Paul was in light of some of the things he said in his letters?  Dr. Paul Spilsbury has delved into and taught on the Apostle Paul and his letters.   In our conversation Dr. Spilsbury helps us pack these accusations and questions.  We hope you enjoy the conversation. If this conversation peaked your interest and you have more questions, Dr. Spilsbury is teaching a course at Regent called Paul and His Letters. Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeSummer ProgramsRegent College Newsletter