The MB Herald Podcast is all about telling stories that build up our MB church family. We invite guests on the show to highlight various ministries and initiatives, as well as talk about some of the pressing issues we face in our churches and communities. So join us as we share the Mennonite Brethren's life and story in Canada. New episodes come out every two weeks. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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Being a Multi-ethnic Church with Jennifer Choi
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Jennifer Choi tells the story of how Winnipeg’s Portage Avenue Church became a multi-ethnic congregation. She also shares her personal journey of becoming the Cross-Cultural Associate Pastor at Portage Avenue. She talks about the importance of embracing cultural diversity, and how being a multi-ethnic church gives us a glimpse of heaven on earth. P…
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Ministry to truckers with Darren Milley of PowerServe Ministries
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Darren Milley talks of his own experience of being a truck driver and how God led him to start PowerServe. In his YouTube channel, “The Father Trucker” speaks to the joys and challenges of driving truck and always points his viewers to Jesus. PowerServe is about to launch a free app called The Christian Truckers Toolbox, which will give Christian t…
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Spiritual Abuse: a Discussion with Tony Martens
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Tony Martens (Lead Pastor of Dalmeny Community Church in Dalmeny, SK) shares his journey of recognizing the patterns of spiritual abuse he has personally experienced as well as for those in his congregation. He talks of the damaging effects of manipulation and control in the church and his heart for those who have been spiritually abused. The leade…
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Medical assistance in dying (MAiD): a discussion with Gloria Woodland
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Gloria Woodland (Chaplaincy Program Director at MB Seminary) gives a brief overview of the Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) program and her thoughts on the recent decision to delay the expansion of the program to include persons suffering solely from a mental illness. She speaks to why Christians should be concerned about expanding the eligibilit…
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Artificial Intelligence and the Church with Mike Engbers
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Mike Engbers (Lead Pastor of Parliament Community Church in Regina, SK) talks about his interest in technology from a young age. He shares his theological framework in thinking about technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and how Christians should respond to the rapid development of AI. He provides some examples of how AI can be used as a tool t…
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Leadership Front Counter with Mark Wessner
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MB Biblical Seminary president Mark Wessner discusses the purpose of CCMBC’s National Ministry Team and his role in it. He talks about the priority area of Leadership Development, CUSP and the proposed initiative of Leadership Front Counter. He also presents a higher-level discussion of leadership in churches, addresses whether there is a generatio…
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Get to Know New National Director Cam Stuart
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Cam Stuart (National Director of CCMBC) shares his passion for disciple-making and the vision of the Canadian Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches. He talks about how the Great Commission is for every believer, and that Jesus has called every person — and every church — into the mission of disciples who make disciples. Stuart shares what his p…
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Camp Ministry with Darrell Janzen and Courtney Armstrong
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Darrell Janzen (Executive Director of Simonhouse Bible Camp) and Courtney Armstrong (Executive Director of Camp Evergreen) talk about camp ministry: why it’s important, its joys, challenges and how churches can best support camps. Hear stories of how God uses camp ministry to impact the lives of young people. Simonhouse Bible Camp: simonhouse.ca/ca…
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At 1310 Taylor, MB Mission, MBCM and CCMBC staff all work together under one roof. But sometimes it takes an appointment to sit down together and hear what each other are up to. In this episode of the Multiply podcast, Kara Friesen and Rob Schroeder of MB Mission talk about the short-term teams currently on service, and share about one special mome…
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2.6 On conscience: Frank Ewert and Kathy Boschman
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The final episode of our three-part conversation takes us into the subject of conscience rights. Anesthesiologist Frank Ewert speaks passionately about his calling to respect life as a physician while Kathy Boschman of the Coalition for HealthCARE & Conscience in Manitoba tells churches how they can support a bill in Manitoba legislature to protect…
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In part two of our series “On Dying,” the Multiply podcast continues the conversation on death and suffering with Evelyn Labun, an instructor of nursing and board member with Eden Health Care Services. Evelyn brings a medical perspective, concerns regarding mental health, and personal experiences to the conversation. Dancing with Elephants by Jarem…
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2.4 On dying: Wanda Derksen & Paul Doerksen
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Death and suffering. Joining the stream of the MB Herald's July/August issue "on dying – the next stage", the Multiply podcast wades into these almost taboo topics with the help of Donwood chaplain Wanda Derksen and CMU professor Paul Doerksen. Don't be afraid: the spiritual caregiver and the ethicist are thoughtful and passionate guides into what …
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2.2 Jacob Chandler & Jordan Duerrstein (faithful presence)
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What does it look like for Christians to be a faithful presence? On this episode of the Multiply podcast, Carson Samson (MBCM) explores this concept raised at the recent CCCC convention he attended. MB Mission's Sarah Brown interviews Jacob Chandler of MoveIn, an incarnational ministry nurtured in part by the Ontario MB church. MB Herald's Karla Br…
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January, 2023. Former MB Herald editor Harold Jantz discusses who has influenced his passion for storytelling.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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Atonement - a conversation with Mark Baker and Doug Heidebrecht
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CCMBC Study Conference 2009 - Confessing Jesus in a Pluralistic WorldBy Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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2.2 Faithful presence with Jacob Chandler & Jordan Duerrstein
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What does it look like for Christians to be a faithful presence? On this episode of the Multiply podcast, Carson Samson (MBCM) explores this concept raised at the recent CCCC convention he attended. MB Mission's Sarah Brown interviews Jacob Chandler of MoveIn, an incarnational ministry nurtured in part by the Ontario MB church. MB Herald's Karla Br…
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Jim Wiseman formed Walls of Freedom Outreach Centre on March 23, 2007. He and wife Jacqie, along with a support team of volunteers carry out the ministry of Walls of Freedom. In this episode, Wiseman takes Carson and photographer Tony Schellenberg on a tour of Winnipeg's inner city.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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In the days of job-hopping and constant career-swapping, spending 11 years in one role may seem like an eternity. But for MBCM's conference pastor Keith Poysti, there's never been a dull moment. In this episode, Keith sits down with Carson to retrace his winding path from radio technician to the pastor's pastor.…
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Does your story matter? In this episode of the Multiply podcast, Carson Samson from MBCM and Karla Braun of MB Herald speak with Dave Ens, pastor at One88, a faith community connected with Eastview Community Church that sojourns with ex-cons, people on the margins and ordinary sinners as they seek to follow Jesus together.…
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In today's episode, Karla and Carson talk to Westwood Community Church pastoral apprentice Jonathan Muehling and lead pastor Russ Toews about Jonathan's involvement in the Elevation apprenticeship program.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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Sometimes, people need good advice. Other times, they need you to ask them the right questions. In this episode pastor Jason Dyck (Elm Creek MB) explains what the Coach Model is all about – training people to ask Spirit-led questions. We also get his take on “Pokemon trainers” and the Pokemon Go phenomenon.…
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In today's episode, Sarah and Carson visit Jubilee Mennonite to speak with community ministry director Anna Marie Geddert. They joined by eight pastors representing a group of North Kildonan churches who are engaged in the Art of Neighbouring, a program developed by Dave Runyon and Jay Pathak. http://www.artofneighboring.com…
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Tammy Junghans is the director of Segue, a support community of University of Manitoba. On today's episode, Tammy discusses community living and navigating during times of transition. She also discusses the Sera Project, Project Red Frog and Converge Community Church, which she and husband Greg planted on UM campus.…
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In this episode, CMU Assistant Professor of Music and Worship, Christine Longhurst joins us to discuss contemporary styles of worship and the ever-changing role of the worship leader.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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Canadian Mennonite University's Assistant Professor of Communications and Media, David Balzer discusses the opportunities and pitfalls of using Social Media in the church; Going Barefoot 5; and the pervasive use of OMG.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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Episode 5: Robyn Froese and Stefan Klassen
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Why would a 20-something take a year out of their life to work in a church these days? And why choose to do it in Winnipeg? On this episode we speak with Robyn Froese and Stefan Klassen, serving in Winnipeg on MB Mission’s TREK program.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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Sarah Froese leads the inter-church worship ministry and community Bread we Break. Tune in to hear some embarrassing inspirational moments gone wrong, and how to use the power of music with authenticity.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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There are few places in society where nerds and geeks can share a love for both anime and God, Sci-Fi and the church. In this episode we interview Kyle Rudge, the Admiral of Geekdom House. We’ll discover exactly what that means and talk Star Wars Episode 7, Firefly, the church and community.By Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
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MB Herald associate editor Karla Braun is a usually faceless part of the machinery that puts together the denominational magazine that arrives in your house bimonthly. Around the office at 1310 Taylor, she’s known for her passion for words – and also for her unusual transportation choices. Join Carson, Cullen and David as they discuss cycling, car …
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MB Mission’s Regional Mobilizer Lloyd Letkeman is always on the move. His work connects him with people, churches, and partners everywhere from Snow Lake to Coaldale. But when he’s not in a car, plane, or coffee shop, Lloyd can usually be found on a boat with some bait and tackle. Join Carson, Cullen and David as they get to know more about Lloyd’s…
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