Best Advent Christian Voices Podcasts (2024)

1
Pulitzer Prize Winner Eliza Griswold’s Study of Radical Christian Community 23:12

4d ago23:12

23:12

I interview journalist Eliza Griswold about her just released book, “Circle of Hope: A Reckoning with Love, Power, and Justice in an American Church.” She embedded for several years with four pastors in Philadelphia and shares on their personal and public struggles as they pursue their radical Christian vision while dealing with the realities of mi…

1
On the Road to Camporee With a Conf. President 22:57

11d ago22:57

22:57

Erik VanDenburgh, president of the Hawaii conference speaks to me while driving a truck and 26 foot trailer to Gillette, Wyoming, to attend the International Pathfinder Camporee. He shares interesting details about the logistics involved in getting over 250 youth and support staff from the islands 3,400 miles across sea and land. A former youth lea…

1
Pathfinder Pilgrim: Art Shumacher and the First Camporee 45:33

12d ago45:33

45:33

It's a Pathfinder Camporee special! This episode is dedicated to the 55,000 people traveling to Gillette, Wyoming, for the International Pathfinder Camporee. Dr. Michael Campbell interviews Art Shumacher, who was among the 55 Pathfinders who attended the first Camporee in October, 1953. What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast focusi…

1
Two Adventists Sue Disney over Religious Liberty 29:15

19d ago29:15

29:15

I interviewed Alan Reinach, Esq, president of the Church State Council, the education, advocacy, and legal services ministry of the Pacific Union. He is representing his client, Jeffery Lemasters Tahir, who until recently worked security at Disneyland. They talk about the Sabbath observance issues involved in the case and why the Adventist Church t…

1
Christon Arthur, President of La Sierra University 50:15

1M ago50:15

50:15

During his first week leading La Sierra University, Christon Arthur, PhD, shared his vision for the progressive Adventist culture of the campus, his Caribbean and Catholic upbringing, and his core values of equity and duty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Spectrum

1
Stefan Höschele: A Study in Ecumenics 28:29

1M ago28:29

28:29

For a German perspective on Adventism, I talk with Stefan Höschele, Professor for Systematic Theology and Adventist Studies at Friedensau Adventist University. We discuss his new publication, “Interchurch Relations in Seventh-day Adventist History: A Study in Ecumenics.“ Given his background in education in Malawi and Tanzania, we discuss how Afric…

1
David Trim: A Voice to Rouse the Nations 52:54

1M ago52:54

52:54

Dr. Michael Campbell sits down with Dr. David Trim to talk about the latter's newest book, A Voice to Rouse the Nations: Ellen White and the Growth of Adventist Mission Work. What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast focusing on the academic side of Adventist history and hosted by historians Greg Howell and Michael Campbell. This podc…

1
Developing Faith in Adventist Schools 1:24:51

2M ago1:24:51

1:24:51

In this conversation, Ben Archer, an Adjunct Research Fellow at Avondale University, shares about his recently published research on faith engagement in schools. In utilizing a scoping review methodology, Archer presents empirical literature related to faith formation activities with children. Activities covered included prayer, worship, chapel, ev…

1
Floyd of Kinship on LGBTQ Pride and True Conversion 32:30

2M ago32:30

32:30

The president of Seventh-day Adventist Kinship International talks about what pride means to him. We discuss how it’s different from the biblical vice of ego and about how some Christians don’t understand what conversion means in terms of sexuality, orientation, and spiritual maturity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

1
Answering 'Answering Adventism'" - The Trinity 1:03:15

2M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

The Podcastorians (Drs. Michael Campbell, Greg Howell, and Jud Lake plus Matthew Lucio) are back to respond to claims made by the Answering Adventism YouTube channel about the Adventist pioneers and the Trinity. How should Adventists understand the position of their founders? Link to the Video What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast…

1
Politician Marianne Thieme on Animals & Adventism 39:05

3M ago39:05

39:05

An interview with Marianne Thieme, Dutch political leader, convert to Adventism, and environmental activist. With others, she founded the Party for the Animals in 2009 and was its chairwoman from 2002 to 2010. An attorney who has studied at the Sorbonne and recently at Newbold College, she won election every two years allowing her to serve in the H…

1
George Butler & Ellen White (w/ Denis Fortin) 54:50

3M ago54:50

54:50

Dr. Michael W. Campbell and Dr. Greg Howell sit down with Dr. Denis Fortin to talk about George Ide Butler's controversy with A.T. Jones and E.J. Waggoner leading up the 1888 General Conference session. You can watch this episode here. You can buy Denis Fortin's Butler biography here. What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast focusing…

1
Hopeful Director Kyle Portbury on Adventist Movies 38:14

4M ago38:14

38:14

Filmmaker Kyle Portbury talks about his film, The Hopeful, which tells the early Adventist story for any audience. The film premiered on 900 cinema screens across North America. In this second part of our conversation, Kyle shares his creative vision and discusses why storytelling matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

1
A Fireside Chat with Roger Wolsey. 48:53

4M ago48:53

48:53

I sat down with Roger Wolsey to discuss his book Discovering Fire: Spiritual Practices that Transform Lives. Roger is a spiritual director, pastor, speaker and blogger. He is well known in progressive Christian circles as the author of Kissing Fish: Christianity for People Who Don't Like Christianity. His latest book explores spiritual practices th…

1
The Hopeful Director Kyle Portbury 47:42

4M ago47:42

47:42

Filmmaker Kyle Portbury talks about his film, The Hopeful, which tells the early Adventist story for any audience. The film premieres on 900 cinema screens across North America on April 17 and 18. Kyle shares how the film came to be and some details about the aestheic and narrative choices he made. The Hopeful is the true story of a community whose…

1
Love Is Stronger Than The Grave 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Join us as we journey through the transformative power of love and resurrection, drawing inspiration from the Easter narrative. Mary Magdalene's unwavering love and her poignant vigil during Holy Saturday serve as our backdrop for a conversation about enduring hope and love's capacity to transcend even the grave. Imagine standing before an empty to…

1
“The Story of Moses” Netflix Producer 15:32

4M ago15:32

15:32

On March 27, 2024, “Testament: Story of Moses” premiered on Netflix. Spectrum correspondent Kevin McCarty interviews series producer Kelly McPherson about the docudrama approach. By using a docudrama (documentary and drama) approach, the viewer is led through the Exodus account in a vivid fashion, while also receiving wisdoms and insights from pass…

1
George Butler & 1888 (w/ Denis Fortin) 44:31

4M ago44:31

44:31

Dr. Michael W. Campbell and Dr. Greg Howell sit down with Dr. Denis Fortin to talk about George Ide Butler's controversy with A.T. Jones and E.J. Waggoner leading up the 1888 General Conference session. You can watch this episode here. What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast focusing on the academic side of Adventist history and hos…

1
What if LOVE gets the last word? 46:19

5M ago46:19

46:19

Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, faced with the choice between retaliation or forgiveness, anger or love? Our Lenten journey takes us through these very human experiences, weaving a tapestry of stories that illustrate the transformative power of choosing love, even in the most trying of times. As we navigate the complexities of life, w…

1
Praying with Saint Patrick: a conversation with Aaron Burns and Matt Mikalatos on their new book 47:26

5M ago47:26

47:26

I got to talk with Aaron Burns and Matt Mikalatos about their new book, Praying with Saint Patrick: Prayers and Devotions Inspired by the Irish Hero of the Faith. Aaron is a filmmaker (producer, director, screenwriter) and Matt is an author, screenwriter and speaker (and my first repeat guest!). The two of them previously collaborated in writing th…

1
Eric Anderson on Ellen White 38:54

5M ago38:54

38:54

Historian and retired university president Eric Anderson discusses next steps after the Ellen White working conference last fall at Pacific Union College. He discusses the meanings behind the joint statement and makes an argument that appreciating her writing as devotional offers Adventists a way forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

1
Embodied Presence: a conversation about embodiment with Ashe Van Steenwyk 1:01:02

5M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

I got to sit down with Maki Ash Van Steenwyk (She/They) to discuss the role that embodiment plays in spirituality, activism, in our mutual belonging, and in the ways, we navigate the world. If you want to connect with Ashe in her work, head on over to Center for Prophetic Imagination website: https://propheticimagination.org/ Or you can also follow…

1
Sex, Love, and Purity Culture Episode 3/3 - Youth Group 40:43

6M ago40:43

40:43

This is the third in a three-part series on Sex, Love, and Purity Culture. This episode focuses on next steps in growth and development past Purity Culture. Sofia, Ari, and Kendra are joined by Ezrica Bennett, who graduated with a BS in Biology from Oakwood University. She recently received a Princeton University grant for her ministry work with yo…

1
A New Podcast in Adventist History? 40:44

6M ago40:44

40:44

Matthew Lucio joins Dr. Michael W. Campbell to talk to the newest podcast host. "They Also Served" premieres on March 15, 2024. Listen here. If you want to listen to Olga Oss' fully report of her time in a Japanese concentration camp, visit this link (jump to 1:27:00): What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast focusing on the academic…

1
Sex, Love, and Purity Culture Episode 2/3 - Youth Group 42:45

6M ago42:45

42:45

This is the second in a three-part series on Sex, Love, and Purity Culture. This episode focuses on the creation of purity culture as well as the history and political ideology behind it. Sofia, Ari, and Melodie are joined by Christina Cannon, who studied at Wycliffe Hall/ University of Oxford and graduated in 2023 in the Scholars Program at Southe…

1
Thriving in Divine Love: Sacred Acts, Radical Compassion, and the Path to Resurrection 55:04

6M ago55:04

55:04

Imagine uncovering the profound truth that you were not only created out of love but also designed to thrive in it—this revelation is what we unpack at First Love Church. As we navigate heartfelt discussions on divine love, our congregation's spirit radiates warmth and acceptance, reinforcing the belief in our inherent worth. Join us in reflecting …

1
“Voices of Resurrection: Exploring Romero’s Easter Letter” a conversation with Julio Hernandez 59:41

6M ago59:41

59:41

Julio Hernandez is a pastor and activist here in the US, but his family heritage is Salvadorian. We got together to discuss the legacy and witness of Archbishop Óscar Romero and the first of his Pastoral Letters, The Easter Church, written on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977. If you are interested in learning more about Saint Óscar Romero, you can fin…

1
Transfiguration Sunday: How Belovedness shapes us 54:10

6M ago54:10

54:10

As the veil thins between the divine and the everyday, we find ourselves on the cusp of Lent, a season ripe with potential for transformation. Imagine shedding the weight of shame and negativity, the way one might peel away layers of old paint, to reveal the original masterpiece beneath—that is the invitation of this episode. Through a tapestry of …

1
Sex, Love, and Purity Culture Episode 1/3 - Youth Group 46:41

6M ago46:41

46:41

This begins a three-episode conversation about the history, theology, and personal impact of purity culture. Although rooted in socioreligious mores that pre-date the term, purity culture emerged in the 1990s as an evangelical Christian cultural movement. It continues to influence Seventh-day Adventist understandings of dating and marriage, sexual …

1
How to Practice Lent: a conversation with Christine Sine 41:55

6M ago41:55

41:55

I got to chat with Christine Sine—author, activist, gardener, contemplative, spiritual director and "liturgical rebel—about what Lent is and how we can practice it. What I loved about this conversation was how passionate and insightful Christine is. And I learned a lot. Did you know that Lent was in the hunger time in the Northern Hemisphere, so th…

1
Nothing Can Separate You From LOVES Love 1:00:00

6M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Romans chapter 8 and the shaping of our prayers. This Sunday as we gathered, we delve into the spiritual tapestry woven by wisdom, love, and selflessness. We ponder the parable of the pearl of great price, reflecting on the pursuit of spiritual wealth over material gains. We also touch on maturity's journey, from limited child-like views to a life …

1
George Butler Is Not a Villain (w/ Dr. Denis Fortin) 42:18

6M ago42:18

42:18

Michael and Greg sit down with Dr. Denis Fortin to talk about the subject of his forthcoming book: George Ide Butler: A Strong But Misunderstood Leader. Butler is best known for being the General Conference president during the famous 1888 General Conference session, but Fortin makes his case that there is far more to Butler's story. What? Adventis…

1
From Uganda to UN Judge 37:16

6M ago37:16

37:16

Seventh-day Adventist judge Daniel Nsereko has lived a remarkable life: from humble beginnings in a small rural village in Uganda, to the highest levels of international law in The Hague where he served as a judge on the International Criminal Court (ICC). In this interview he shares his educational and professional journey as well as the moment hi…

1
Rooted In Transforming LOVE 53:07

6M ago53:07

53:07

Embarking on a reflection of nature's grandeur, we find a connection between the steadfastness of trees and our spiritual growth. Our conversations take us from the Garden of Eden to the Tree of Life in Revelation, finding solace in the roots of love and patience. As Lent draws near, we're inspired to look beyond the surface and see the divine in t…

1
Pastor Embraces Community Engagement, Church Grows 24:53

7M ago24:53

24:53

Pastor Claval Hunter leads the Berean Transformation Center, a Seventh-day Adventist Church in South Bend, Indiana. He shares how engaging his community on social and political issues transformed his congregation and added missional energy and baptisms. Born in the Bahamas, Pastor Hunter served as the Director of Urban Ministries for the Lake Regio…

1
Free Hanz! 54:11

7M ago54:11

54:11

I interview Hanz Gutierrez about his retracted theological teaching endorsement by the General Conference’s International Board of Ministerial and Theological Education. Gutierrez is a longtime Spectrum columnist and chair of the Systematic Theology Department at the Italian Adventist Theological Faculty of Villa Aurora. He recently wrote about the…

1
Between the Listening and the Telling and a Long Delay: a conversation with Mark Yaconelli 37:58

7M ago37:58

37:58

Mark Yaconelli wrote Between the Listening and the Telling in 2022. We had a great conversation about it then, and after a long delay I present it to you for your listening pleasure. Mark reminds us of the hunger in each of us to connect, to be heard, to be understood. You will want to listen to this! You can order Mark's book from Broadleaf Books:…

1
Practicing Your Innocence-and why Jesus' call to Nathanael matters to you. 41:03

7M ago41:03

41:03

This morning our conversation orbits around the often overlooked spiritual practice of rekindling our awareness of love's persistent presence. We navigate the transformative power of Epiphany, Together, we consider how the light of Christ beckons us towards living renewed with hope and a sense of beloved identity. Through heartfelt narratives, we c…

1
From Discrimination to Dedication 50:03

7M ago50:03

50:03

In the gritty neighbourhoods of Sydney, Australia, Nimrod faced the stark challenges of racial discrimination. Battling racial profiling and mistreatment by white law enforcement, his refuge came when he was invited to his white girlfriend's church. It was within this community that Nimrod discovered God hadn't abandoned him; instead, the church em…

1
How to Practice Discernment: a conversation with Adam Shields 1:14:30

7M ago1:14:30

1:14:30

Adam Shields is a book blogger (at Bookwi.se) and a spiritual director (at aspiritualdirector.com). In this episode we discuss the nature of Spiritual Discernment, what it is, why it is an important part of Christian Spirituality, and what are some misunderstands, obstacles and limitations to discernment. You can catch up with Adam on his blog or o…

1
There's a Wolff in the CAR 48:09

7M ago48:09

48:09

Michael and Greg meet up with our old friend Kevin Burton at the American Society for Church History in San Francisco to talk about Joseph Wolfe. What? Adventist Pilgrimage Podcast is a monthly podcast focusing on the academic side of Adventist history and hosted by historians Greg Howell and Michael Campbell. This podcast is a part of the Adventis…

1
Epiphany- Worshiping Jesus, and Finding Another Route Home 54:34

7M ago54:34

54:34

As the new year unfurls its wings, we embark on a voyage through the Epiphany, guided by the starlit musings of poet Malcolm Guite and the universal embrace of the divine. The First Love Church podcast welcomes you to a space where the sacred meets the stars, and the journey of the wise men unfolds as a mirror to our own pursuit of spiritual awaken…

1
Breaking Church Open 37:44

7M ago37:44

37:44

Elizabth Pule started her career journey aimed at becoming a lawyer, when an unexpected mission call changed her mind. With support from the Ontario Conference she attended Andrews University to then return to her home church as a pastor. Having had various opportunities as a chaplain, and ministry director, Elizabeth now pastors at the College Hei…

1
Simeon, the prophet Anna, and the voices that bless. 49:50

7M ago49:50

49:50

As the clock ticks towards a new year, we're leaving the chase for 'more' behind, instead wrapping ourselves in the restful embrace of love. We ponder over the Christmas spirit, not confining it to a single day but rather as an invitation to co-create with God, infusing love into our earthly journey. This episode brings to light the stories of bibl…

1
Iron Claw Director on Family and the Physical 18:29

8M ago18:29

18:29

The Iron Claw (2023) director and writer Sean Durkin talks with Alexander Carpenter about the meaning in his film. In theaters now, the saga of the Von Erich professional wrestling family stars Zac Efron as he seeks to break the tragic curse of his name. The film includes a heaven-like scene of fraternal reunion, and Durkin discusses the mythologic…

1
Celebrating Cultural Complexities 52:20

8M ago52:20

52:20

Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Alex now serves as Sligo Church’’s senior pastor. He came to understand God from among diversities of cultures around him while seeing church as a community of God in location. In his academic work and leadership role, Alex seeks to celebrate his past and honour his mother as sources of identity. “Part of being …

1
The Art of Hope & Resistance in an Age of Empire: a Conversation with Jackie Allen-Ducot 56:52

8M ago56:52

56:52

Jackie Allen-Ducot is a spiritual director, a member and cofounder of the Hartford Catholic Worker (HartfordCatholicWorker.org), and an artist. We got together to talk about hope, activism and art, and how both protest and art looks at the grim realities of our present world and helps us imagine what it would be like to inhabit a different world.…

1
Disquisitive: Who Gets to Mind God’s Business? 47:36

8M ago47:36

47:36

Growing up in Kenya, Jeanne was confused by God’s calling into pastoral ministry, as she never knew women could be any kind of church leader. With time spent in the USA during her university years, Jeanne came to see the unique ways God equips people for the work He has planned. Returning to Kenya with her Ph.D in urban planning and development, ye…

1
Ghosts of Cultural Memories 46:52

8M ago46:52

46:52

Growing up in Washington State, Anthony saw two very different cultural sides to Adventism. With a move to Seattle so his father could pastor a mainly black church, Anthony realized how much of his image of church was based off of “white suburbia.” This awakening forced him to search out his own blackness and what it might mean to be Caribbean. “I …

1
Light in the Darkness: The Power of Advent Hope 44:52

8M ago44:52

44:52

Uncover how the practice of Advent helps us confront the darkness in our world, confident that love and transformation will ultimately prevail. We journey together through the grandeur of the Jerusalem temple, Jesus' profound response to it, and the crucial reminder that God's presence is not confined to physical structures but can be found in the …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Advent Christian Voices Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide