More often than we’d probably like to admit, it’s an “outsider” who gets Jesus and his mission before we ... his disciples and followers ... we do. We’re the ones who are supposed to follow in his footsteps and do what he did, but too often we ...

You are seen and you are known in all the good ways ... and, you are part of us.  These are the “take away” words of Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith in this second part of their conversation with host, Blake Smith. If you find yourself – i...

Just because the Community of Christ has a statement on non-violence doesn’t mean the world is listening.  But they may be watching.  Non-violence has to be more than a statement. It has to be a way of life, and what better way to mak...

If you can’t take it with you, how will you spend it?  That goes for time as well as money. Today’s passage from the Gospel of Luke challenges our willingness to be radical in how we use our “wealth.” How often do we consider the needs and...

Not everyone experiences faith in the same way. As a matter of fact, some find themselves in a crisis of faith, while others have decided to discard faith altogether... often because of a disconnect between what they were taught and what they h...

How does one find hope in the midst of the suffering and evil that are present in our world? Why do we blame God when there are things we can do to make a difference?  Join Carla, Tony and Charmaine as they discuss Liberation Theodicies’ a...

Enough is enough! We can hesitate. We can procrastinate. We can make excuses. The reality is, like Jesus’ first disciples, we have what we need to get the job done. You know... the one we committed to when we became disciples ourselves. Join ho...

Balancing family life and church responsibilities can be difficult anytime. Add in a a faith crisis and, well, you can imagine how difficult that might be. Blake is back with Jeff Toone for part two of his story, and things only get worse befor...

The journey is different for everyone. In this episode of Fair Trade, guest Jeff Tune shares his faith journey, starting from his upbringing in the LDS church in Utah. He describes his teenage rebellion, his decision to join the Coast Guard ins...

How do we use our skills and resources for "Kingdom purposes?" This week on "Coffee to Go," we're talking about money, blessing, and the political implications of the Gospel with two challenging parables from the book of Luke. The discussion ce...

A life of trauma experienced in one’s faith journey is not easy to overcome.  It takes a loving community that is willing to walk along with the individual ... allowing time and space for healing to take place and trust to be rebuilt. Pati...

Sometimes things don’t work out the way you’ve been told they’re supposed to ... or how they seem to be turning out for others.  No matter how well you follow the rules.  No matter how faithful you are, sometimes life just happens, an...

Celebrating is always fun, but it’s even better when shared with family and friends. In today’s passage from the Gospel of Luke, Jesus intervenes amidst criticism from religious leaders for dining with sinners and tax collectors, whom society c...

Graceland is back in session, and Coffee in the Swarm is now broadcasting from KBUZ. Join campus minister, Mike Hoffman, and his new co-host, Maddie Byrne, for a sit down with this year’s Council of House Chaplain’s president, Caitlyn Grover to...

Carrie may not survive a Zombie Apocalypse, but there is so much that she can do and loves to do. Join Say What hosts, Kassie and Mary Anne, for a behind the scenes look at the life of newly ordained apostle, Carrie Welch. Find out what brings ...

It’s not uncommon to sing songs or participate in activities in which we talk about laying down our burdens.  And yet, Jesus says, “take up your cross and follow me.” What’s it going to be... or is it a little of both? Well, in this week’s...

The phrase “inclusive and genuine faith community” ought to be synonymous with church.  It ought to be a given.  However, as MaryAnn Scott shares with host, Robin Linkhart, in this Fair Trade episode, that is not always the case. Here...

Take a couple of minutes out of your day to breathe, rest, and reflect. Focus on the positive things around you and the hope that lies before you. God’s spirit is always with us, but sometimes hard to sense until we take the time to slow down a...

The “H” words of the day and not honor or homage, but rather, humility and hospitality.  Of such is the upside-down Kingdom of God.  Join hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith for a conversation on the passage from Luke 14 that challenges...

Most guests on Chai Can’t Even who come to tell the stories of why they stay in Community of Christ are young adults, but imagine how many stories someone who has been in the church for over 80 years has to share. Well, this is part two, and if...

From the time he was two years old, Eldred Spain knew he wanted to be one of “them” ... a minister who helped people. 89 years later, Eldred is still learning and still finding ways to minister to people. In this special episode of Chai Can’t E...

Laws have their place, but when it comes to following a law ... especially “God’s law” ... at the expense of someone’s dignity, we may need to look deeper into the intent of the law.  In today’s text from the Gospel of Luke, Jesus pushes t...

Faith transitions are often not a singular event.  Rather, they are an ongoing journey.  In this Fair Trade episode, host Robin Linkhart circles back to sit down with Michelle Phillips, to hear how her journey has continued – what she...

The journey continues ... Matt Robertson’s journey, that is! In this episode of the Project Zion podcast, host Robin Linkhart continues her conversation with Matt Robertson about his journey from atheism to finding a new faith in Community of C...

Sometimes the Gospel writers don’t catch Jesus at his most pastoral moments. Sometimes Jesus just needs to get straight to the point. This week’s passage from the Gospel of Luke is one of those not so “happy Jesus” passages. Hosts Karin Peter a...