Best The InterVarsity Alumni Relations Team Podcasts (2024)

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E125: Finding Rest on Vacation 34:22

3d ago34:22

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I just got a new job. Isn't it too early to think about vacation? No way! Well-planned vacations can play a vital role in effective rhythms of rest. This week, we're joined by R. York Moore, CEO of the Coalition for Christian Outreach and TikTok evangelist with nearly 700k followers. And York's going to help us reimagine the way we think about vaca…

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E124: Finding Rest in Recreation 31:01

10d ago31:01

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Are there opportunities for rest beyond a weekly sabbath? Yes! Day-to-day recreation is a very realistic option for experiencing rest between sabbaths. What are the activities that leave you feeling restored and that fit (or could fit with a little help) into your daily schedule? Those activities just might be the answer to a healthy source of rest…

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E11: Jen Howell and Hollywood Script Writing 34:04

17d ago34:04

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Sylvester Stallone. Katherine Heigl. Jason Bateman. Just a few of the Hollywood superstars this week's guest has rubbed shoulders with. Join us this week as Jon and Jen Howell (Northwestern University Greek IV alumna) chat about what it's like integrating a prophetic gift with Hollywood script writing. Whether it's sharing a hopeful word from the L…

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E123: Finding Rest in Sabbath Rhythms 31:29

17d ago31:29

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How do I start incorporating sabbath into my rhythms of rest after graduation? We continue our summer series on rest with Lynne Baab, author of Sabbath Keeping: Finding Freedom in the Rhythms of Rest. Listen in as Lynne helps us get a better understanding of the application of sabbath in our modern context, and provides insight on developing our ow…

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E122: A Foundation for Healthy Rhythms of Rest 36:21

25d ago36:21

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How important is rest after graduation? After graduation, getting a strong start at work is oftentimes our biggest priority. Work is good. But what about getting a strong start to rest? For the next five weeks, we're going to explore ways to start incorporating healthy rhythms of rest in this post-graduation season of life. To start things off, we'…

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E121: One Simple Way to Stay Connected - Advocacy 17:05

1M ago17:05

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What is advocacy? And how does it keep me connected to my chapter? This week, we continue our One Simple Way to Stay connected sub-series. We’re joined by Chase Read from your Alumni Team as she shares about advocacy, Called to Campus Sunday, and how they can keep you connected to your chapter after graduation. More Called to Campus info HERE! Know…

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E120: One Simple Way to Stay Connected - Giving 24:27

1M ago24:27

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Missing your chapter? Here’s one simple way to stay connected! Giving. Giving aligns your resources and your heart with something you and God both care deeply about: the work he's doing on campus through your chapter. This week, Ryan and Luke from your Alumni Team join us to chat about giving, how it keeps you connected with your chapter, and how i…

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E119: Final Thoughts on Vocational Transition 19:08

2M ago19:08

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Enjoy a few previously unheard pieces of advice from recent guests as we wrap up our series on vocational transition. RELATED EPISODE(S) E113: Navigating a Career in Academia (Apple, Spotify) E115: Navigating a Career in Finance (Apple, Spotify) InterVarsity World Changers E8: Kyle Campbell and Risky Corporate Evangelism (Apple, Spotify) STAY IN TO…

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E10: Where the Gospel Meets Tim Keller with Love Thy Neighborhood 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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Enjoy a special episode made in collaboration with Love Thy Neighborhood exploring the life and influence of InterVarsity alumnus, Pastor Tim Keller. In memory of his passing on May 19, 2023, this episode chronicles Tim Keller's formative experiences as a student with InterVarsity at Bucknell University, his extraordinarily influential ministry at …

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E9: Tim Keller and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 39:17

2M ago39:17

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Most of us have heard a sermon or read a book by well-known author and pastor Tim Keller. But how did Tim Keller become the well-known author and pastor? One of those places was InterVarsity. From manuscript Bible studies to lordship talks to stuffing into a VW with 19 of his closest friends, the extraordinarily influential pastor, Tim Keller, was …

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E118: Navigating a Career in Engineering 29:15

2M ago29:15

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How can I partner well with Jesus in my work as an engineer? This week, we enjoy the final alumni interview in our series about vocational transition. Milwaukee School of Engineering alumna Nikky Fujimoto joins us to share about her experiences transitioning into full-time work as an engineer with Milwaukee Tool. Whether it's establishing healthy w…

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E117: Navigating a Career as an Entrepreneur 30:34

2M ago30:34

30:34

What advice do you have for someone dreaming of becoming an entrepreneur after graduation? This week, hip hop artist, mobile game developer, and entrepreneur, Ace Patterson (Call Me Ace), joins the podcast to share about his experience "doing what he's got to do to survive." And in his experience, survival is marked by the relationships you cultiva…

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E116: Navigating a Career in the Arts 29:36

2M ago29:36

29:36

What's it like developing a career in the arts after graduation? This week we're joined by Lydia Goldie, an InterVarsity alumna with a Master of Music degree from The Juilliard School. And Lydia is going to share her experience developing a career as a professional vocalist in operas and musicals; a calling that requires dedication, thick skin, and…

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E115: Navigating a Career in Finance 30:32

2M ago30:32

30:32

How do I navigate a career that focuses so heavily on money? This week, we're joined by Kyle Campbell, UNC Wilmington alumnus and VP of Corporate Development for a billion-dollar wealth integrator. With 10 years of professional experience in banking and finance, Kyle sits down with Jon to chat about vocational transition and staying rooted in Jesus…

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E8: Kyle Campbell and Risky Corporate Evangelism 1:00:27

3M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

What would you do if God said, "I want you to go tell your boss to forgive their spouse... And tell them I sent you." Our guest this month happens to know exactly what this is like... Whether praying on his own, asking colleagues for their "three most important nouns", or sharing a Word from God with a high-level executive, Kyle Campbell (UNC Wilmi…

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E114: Navigating a Career in Nursing 30:04

3M ago30:04

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What are the unique opportunities and challenges of starting a career in nursing? We're continuing our series on vocation transition with alumna and travel nurse, Valerie Parkins (Winona State University). Valerie explains some of the early challenges related to the transition to full-time work as a nurse, along with the unique ways God is inviting…

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E113: Navigating a Career in Academia 34:03

3M ago34:03

34:03

Hoping to become a professor after completing your degrees? Wondering what the early days of transition from full-time student to full-time academic are like? This week is the first of several upcoming interviews with InterVarsity alumni from diverse career paths who have navigated the transition from student life to professional life. We're joined…

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E112: A Foundation for Vocational Transition 33:07

3M ago33:07

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We're kicking off a new series about vocational transition! What's it like making the jump from full-time student rhythms to full-time work rhythms? Before we hear from a number of alumni like you about their experience with this transition, we're going to lay a foundation. This week, we're joined by IVP authors Dr. Ryan Tafilowski and Dr. Ross Cha…

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E111: Final Thoughts on Relational Transition 22:06

3M ago22:06

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This week, we get to hear a few final thoughts from recent guests, Emily Francis, Dr. Bryan Loritts, and Dr. Steven Argue, on the topic of relational transition. If you didn't catch their full episodes, check out the links below. RELATED EPISODES E102: Ending Well With My Friends On Campus (Apple, Spotify) E103: Making (and Keeping) Friends After G…

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E7: Curtis Chang and Redeeming Babel 45:31

4M ago45:31

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On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we're joined by Curtis Chang, Harvard alumnus and founder of Redeeming Babel. Curtis and Jon discuss the world-changing impact of Redeeming Babel as it seeks to shape Christians in their ability to engage with anxiety, organizations, and politics in biblically-faithful ways. STAY IN TOUCH WITH CURTIS …

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E110: Revisit - Finding Your Footing with New Roommates 29:12

4M ago29:12

29:12

How long has it been since you lived with a roommate you didn't know? One relational transition you might encounter after graduation is the switch from living with your best friends to living with people you've never met. This week, we're revisiting our conversation with veteran InterVarsity staff Nicole Carline and discussing some helpful tips for…

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E109: Discernment, Community, and Manuscript Study 29:48

4M ago29:48

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"I'm really going to miss chapter camp when I graduate..." So many memories were made with our chapters at InterVarsity conferences. Chapter Camp, in particular. And missing that rhythm can feel like a major loss after graduation. But what if there was an opportunity to experience something similar as an alum? This week, we chat with Aaron and Eun …

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E108: Revisit - Single, Just Because 29:21

4M ago29:21

29:21

How do I navigate being single after graduation? We've talked about a number of relationships that will change as you transition to life after graduation. But maybe your biggest concern isn't friends, family, or a spouse. Maybe you're concerned about being single. This week we revisit our conversation with Bridget Gee, veteran InterVarsity staff an…

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E107: Getting Married After Graduation 34:30

4M ago34:30

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We're wrapping up our series on relational transition after graduation with a look at one last relationship: marriage! This week we're chatting with Sam and Ashlin, two InterVarsity Alumni from Minnesota State Mankato navigating their first year of marriage together. Handling conflict, establishing new routines, pursuing Jesus together... Ashlin an…

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E6: Brett & Rachael Dixon and Planting Small Groups at Work 36:28

5M ago36:28

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On today's episode, we’re talking with Brett and Rachael Dixon, alumni from the Colorado School of Mines. The Dixons are changing the world with a vision for planting, growing, and multiplying small groups at work so that thousands of friends and coworkers can meet Jesus! Thanks for tuning in and enjoy The Dixons’ story! PRAY FOR… The light of Jesu…

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E106: Relating to Parents After Moving Out 34:26

5M ago34:26

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When I move out, how will things change between my parents and me? This week, we discuss the relational changes that often happen between us and our parents when we move away after graduation. How do I handle the loss of day-to-day interactions? What's the proper balance between dependence and independence? What are some practical steps I can take …

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E105: Moving in With Parents After Graduation Pt 2 24:28

5M ago24:28

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This week, we continue our conversation with Joe Thackwell about moving home after graduation. How do I cultivate an adult relationship with my parents? (What if it's not a safe relationship to pursue?) How do I know if I'm ready to move? Joe guides us through each of these questions and provides some great final advice to help us nurture this rela…

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E104: Moving in With Parents After Graduation 24:43

5M ago24:43

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I'm moving back home after graduation. HELP! Moving in with your parents? For some, it's always been the plan. For others, it's... less than ideal. For many, it's somewhere in between. However you're feeling about it, After IV and special guest Joe Thackwell (veteran InterVarsity staff) are here to provide some useful tips as you prepare to move in…

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E103: Making (and Keeping) Friends After Graduation 30:39

5M ago30:39

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I'm new in town and I don't know anyone. Where do I start? Dr. Bryan Loritts (Enduring Friendship) joins the podcast this week to help us prepare for making (and keeping) friends after graduation. Where do I look? How do I start? What challenges can I expect? We tackle these questions (and more) to help you on the journey of relational transition a…

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E102: Ending Well With My Friends on Campus 31:30

5M ago31:30

31:30

What does it mean to "end well" on campus? Crushing finals? Being named valedictorian? C's for degrees? What about knowing how to find closure and appropriate next steps with your friends? In this episode, Jon chats with Emily Francis, an InterVarsity staff with lots of experience helping alumni make the transition to life after graduation. Emily h…

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E5: Maryanne J. George and Worship Ministry 51:54

6M ago51:54

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Today, Jon is joined by Grammy Award-Winning musician and singer/songwriter Maryanne J. George. And as you may imagine, MJ is changing the world through music. Whether through her solo album “Not Just Stories” or during her time as a vocalist with Grammy-winning worship band, Maverick City Music, MJ’s ministry has encouraged millions of listeners i…

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E101: Genesis 2 and Our Need for Relationship 39:46

6M ago39:46

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After IV is back for a new year of episodes! And we're kicking off our 2024 calendar with a series of conversations about relational transition. What are some of the big relational changes that we can anticipate with graduation? How do we navigate them well? As all InterVarsity alumni love to do, we're starting this exploration with a look at scrip…

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E4: Matthew Quan and InterVarsity Link 49:38

6M ago49:38

49:38

Today, Jon chats with Matthew Quan and his world-changer journey on staff with InterVarsity Link. Together, Matthew and his colleagues seek to "engage college students with Jesus Christ by serving globally under local leadership, to meet local needs, using local means (link.intervarsity.org)." Thanks for tuning in and enjoy Matthew’s story! (NOTE: …

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E3: Leah Biorn and Local Foster Care 55:08

6M ago55:08

55:08

Enjoy today's conversation as Jon chat's with South Dakota State University Alumna, Leah Biorn. Leah shares about her family's journey with foster care and the world-changing impact this ministry is having on local children and their broader community in Yankton, SD. (NOTE: This is the third of 5 episodes being released in January. After the 10th, …

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E2: Dr. Patty Pell and The Gospel Initiative 53:17

6M ago53:17

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On today's episode, we're connecting with Dr. Patty Pell, Assistant Professor of Theology, Justice, and Advocacy at Denver Seminary and Executive Director of The Gospel Initiative. Dr. Pell shares with Jon about God's world-changing work through the Gospel Initiative and its ongoing efforts to "support the Church’s mission in creating a compelling,…

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Introducing Our Newest Podcast: InterVarsity World Changers! 8:55

6M ago8:55

8:55

Enjoy a brief introduction to our newest alumni podcast: InterVarsity World Changers! Subscribe and enjoy full episodes on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy listening to podcasts! You can also support InterVarsity World Changers! STAY IN TOUCH Socials: @afterivpod Leave us a message on SpeakPipe Join our Email List (Join here Spotify users: htt…

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E1: Smiley Abrams and The Andy Abrams Foundation 51:00

6M ago51:00

51:00

Welcome to the debut episode of InterVarsity World Changers! We're here to celebrate stories of God's world-changing work through InterVarsity alumni like YOU! To kick off this new podcast, we're talking with Jason "Smiley" Abrams about the Andy Abrams Foundation. Inspired by his father's ministry to low-income first-time homeowners, Smiley started…

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E0: Introduction and Sneak Peek! 10:01

6M ago10:01

10:01

Welcome to InterVarsity World Changers! This podcast exists to celebrate the world-changing work that God is doing in and through InterVarsity alumni like YOU! In this introductory episode, you'll learn more about what defines an InterVarsity World Changer, what kind of guests you'll get to hear from, and when you can expect to start hearing episod…

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BONUS: Theology &... Mystery, Doctrine, Humility with Dr. Emily Hill & Dr. Jeff Liou 10:46

6M ago10:46

10:46

Enjoy a previously unheard moment from Jon's recent conversation with Dr. Emily Hill & Dr. Jeff Liou about Theology and why it matters for life after graduation. See you in 2024 with new episodes of After IV! RELATED EPISODE E98: What is Theology and Why Should it Matter to Me? (Apple, Spotify) STAY IN TOUCH Socials: @afterivpod Leave us a message …

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BONUS: Examples of Paraphrase/Praise/Probe with Seth Freeman 6:45

6M ago6:45

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Enjoy a previously unheard moment from Jon's recent conversation with Seth Freeman about three little words to help navigate challenging and hot topic conversations. See you in 2024 with new episodes of After IV! RELATED EPISODE E96: Three Little Words for Navigating Difficult Conversations (Apple, Spotify) STAY IN TOUCH Socials: @afterivpod Leave …

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After IV Trailer 0:38

7M ago0:38

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Hey, InterVarsity alumni! This is After IV, your podcast for navigating life after graduation. This is both an exciting and potentially tricky transition you’re making and you might feel a little unsure about the coming weeks and months. We’re here to provide you with expert advice, practical skills, and plenty of encouragement as you learn how to …

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BONUS: Loneliness and the Power of Presence with Jason Gaboury 10:37

7M ago10:37

10:37

Enjoy a previously unheard moment from Jon's recent conversation with Jason Gaboury about embracing loneliness and his book Wait With Me: Meeting God in Loneliness. See you in 2024 with new episodes of After IV! RELATED EPISODE E95: Embracing Your Loneliness: A Recipe for Disaster or Deeper Compassion? (Apple, Spotify) STAY IN TOUCH Socials: @after…

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REVISIT: Making Room in Advent with Bette Dickinson 27:25

7M ago27:25

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Advent has officially begun! As a way to prep for this season, enjoy a revisit of last year's conversation with Bette Dickinson about her book Making Room in Advent: 25 Devotions for a Season of Wonder. See you in 2024 with new episodes of After IV! RELATED EPISODE Why Advent? with Jason Gaboury (Apple, Spotify) STAY IN TOUCH Socials: @afterivpod L…

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Trailer 0:51

7M ago0:51

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We all know that everyone wants to change the world. But what does it mean to be a world changer? During our time in InterVarsity, we learn that a World Changer is defined by a life committed to loving God, his Word, his people, and his purposes. Through the InterVarsity World Changers podcast, we are celebrating stories of God's world-changing wor…

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E100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of After IV: A Top 10 Countdown! 1:13:45

7M ago1:13:45

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100 EPISODES!! This week, we celebrate the 100th episode of After IV! Enjoy a countdown of the Top 10 most popular episodes from the last 3 years along with some commentary from Jon and a returning guest, Steve Baty (Jon's bestie). And stay tuned until the end for a very exciting announcement for InterVarsity Alumni! Thanks so much to all of our li…

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E99: From Passion to Doubt to Spiritual Reawakening: The Story of Rocco’s Modern Life 31:00

7M ago31:00

31:00

This week, Jon chats with Rocco, an InterVarsity alumnus who shares a story of hope and deep faith turned to overwhelming skepticism. Just a few short years after graduation, Rocco was no longer interested in Jesus... Until one night when God made it abundantly clear that he was still very interested in Rocco. TELL US YOUR FAVORITE AFTER IV STORIES…

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E98: What is Theology and Why Should it Matter to Me? 35:00

8M ago35:00

35:00

Theology? Isn't that just for pastors and academics? No! This week's guests, Dr. Emily Hill and Dr. Jeff Liou, would contend that we are all theologians and that our theology has extremely practical implications for our everyday life. Emily and Jeff are theologians, are on staff with InterVarsity's Theological Foundations Department, and co-host th…

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E97: "Harvest" Part 3: The Final Chapter! 31:10

8M ago31:10

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This week, we get to hear the final portion of Jon's conversation with "Harvest", an alumna with a 15-year history of missions work in China. Jon and "Harvest" reflect further on insights from the COVID-19 pandemic, and "Harvest" shares about a Chinese New Year celebration with an unexpected opportunity to influence hundreds for Christ. PAST EPISOD…

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E96: Three Little Words for Navigating Difficult Conversations 31:47

8M ago31:47

31:47

"I love conflict and I never worry about saying the wrong thing." (Said no one, ever...) Hard conversations are exactly that. Hard. We worry about making the most compelling argument and being able to answer every question perfectly. But what if the most important thing about a hard conversation isn't saying all the right words? What if it's just..…

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E95: Embracing Your Loneliness: A Recipe for Disaster or Deeper Compassion? 34:24

8M ago34:24

34:24

"I don't wanna be lonely no more..." (Rob Thomas, 2005) We're in a loneliness epidemic and we want to find a way out. But what if there's something to be gained by EMBRACING LONELINESS in healthy ways instead of simply trying to eliminate it? Jason Gaboury, author of Wait With Me: Meeting God in Loneliness, joins this week to talk about the extreme…

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