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Clarence Hill, Scotia Moore, Lee Roland, and John-Mark Hart invite you to dream with us about how people of good will can work together to build a brighter tomorrow for our children. We want to tear down walls of division, build bridges of unity, and pursue a more compassionate world in which all God's children can thrive. In this podcast we will retrieve the wisdom of great peacemakers who have gone before us and apply their insights to the challenges of today. We hope you will feel encoura ...
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S01 Episode 13 | Church and the City Part 3: How are we to think about money?
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In this final episode of Season One we talk about finances. Money is such a tender subject for all of us, rich or poor. It is a subject we prefer to reevaluate at the beginning of the new year, rather than in the midst of our Christmas shopping. Still, we invite you today to pause, take courage, and consider what Jesus says about money. The church’…
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S01 Episode 12 | Church and the City Part 2: Who will lead us?
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In this episode we recognize that if communities are going to heal and flourish, there must be people to lead the way. We talk about what makes strong, virtuous, and wise leaders. You may be surprised. The strength to lead involves competency, experience, and grit, but there are other unexpected, and maybe more important factors. Listen in to learn…
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S01 Episode 11 | Church and the City Part One: What Are We Here For?
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In this episode we look at the church’s role in city transformation. Our conversation takes us to fundamental questions that shape all of our lives, regardless of if we ascribe to a particular religion. What is my identity? What am I here for? And in a world haunted by loneliness, how do I cope when I feel alone? Join us and reflect on your own ans…
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S01 Episode 10 | Be the Dream Part 3: An Education in Hope
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Do we dare talk about Hope and Education in the same conversation? In the state of Oklahoma? We do dare! Join us as we wade into difficult and troubled waters trusting that faith, humor, and action will carry us through to a better tomorrow. There may be a child waiting for YOU to make a difference in their school and in their life. ------ Producer…
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S01 Episode 09 | Be the Dream Part 2: Is it Possible to Defeat Poverty in America?
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What is it that empowers an individual to rise above their circumstances? Is there such a thing as a self-made man, or should we embrace a certain level of dependence on each other? In this episode, we focus especially on children born into poverty. Join us on this journey as we work out what we can do to give every child the chance to reach their …
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S01 Episode 08 | Be the Dream Part 1: Defeating Division in America
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We are thankful to have guest Kori Hall join us for episode 8 as we discuss practical ways to defeat division in our communities. But first, to what extent are our communities divided? And to what extent is this division a problem? In this episode we ask these hard questions and learn together how to live as peacemakers in our communities. ------ P…
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S01 Episode 07 | Finishing the Dream Part 3: Getting Practical
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In this episode we talk about collaboration. How do we stay at the table, stay in the conversation, and even work alongside people who we don’t totally agree with? It is hard work, but we reap so much joy when we are able to link arms with those who are different than us for a greater good. Listen in and join the conversation. ------ Producer: Eric…
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S01 Episode 06 | Finishing the Dream Part 2: Quiet Virtues
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Vision! Courage! These are the qualities often associated with people who dream of a better future for our communities. But in this episode, we discuss why the quieter characteristics of patience and empathy are vital for dreamers. Join us as we give thanks for all the healing that has taken place since Dr. King gave his speech, and to actively wor…
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S01 Episode 05 | Finishing the Dream Part 1: What is the Dream?
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In this episode, we launch into a four-part discussion of the most famous speech in America’s history, Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream.” Though we may all know of the speech, can we answer the question, “what exactly was Dr. King’s dream?” Join us as we remember King’s hope for the future of America and reflect on our own dreams. How does …
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In our fourth episode devoted to Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” we discuss some of the most painful and hopeful passages in the letter. We invite you to join us as we consider what it means to name our “pain points” today while maintaining hope and pursuing peace. ------ Producer: Eric Williams Theme Music: "We Are The Dreamers" by Tiffa…
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In this episode, we explore some of the most famous passages in Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” including his statement that “injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” We discuss the importance of responding compassionately to the pain of others and the reasons why peacemakers sometimes bring tension to the surface. ------ Pr…
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In “Building Bridges,” we invite you to join us as we take a deep dive into the opening words of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” We discuss how Dr. King models the power of respecting those with whom we disagree, responding graciously to criticism, and building bridges of mutual understanding. The episode discusses values a…
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S01 Episode 01 | Let’s Dream Together: Welcome to the Podcast
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In this inaugural episode, Dream Together podcast hosts introduce themselves and then invite listeners to imagine the historical context that produced one of America’s great rhetorical masterpieces: Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” While remembering the stories that led up to the letter, we also consider its ongoing relevanc…
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