Episodes

Advent is a time of anticipation and expectation. It is a time of waiting. But who likes waiting? What is the use of waiting for something when you already know how things will turn out. It’s like watching the end of a mov...

On this third Sunday of Advent, we find ourselves journeying with someone other than Jesus. Instead, we’re hanging out with the camel hair-wearing, locust-eating John the Baptist. It seems that Jesus wasn’t the only one the ...

Did you know that some people go to Graceland to get married? Well, it was high on the list for today’s guest on Coffee in the Swarm... and apparently for his grandma. That’s right, It’s time for another episode of Coffee in...

Another historical moment in the life of the church came last year when beloved minister and deeply humble, Mareva Arnaud Tchong, was elected by the Council of Twelve to serve as president... making her the first non-native-s...

Are you ready to be fully immersed in something new? Put on your seatbelts and hold on to your hats. Today’s lectionary passage comes from Mark and he doesn’t waste any time with a beautiful birth narrative or an account of ...

We’ve said it here at Project Zion many times, and it bears repeating … “We sing our faith into being.” And, we’ve been doing just that for generations. Over time, because our understandings of God have deepened and our belie...

Can you imagine what true peace would look like in your life? Would it be connected to a physical place or a quiet place in your soul? In this month’s episode of Awaken to God’s Presence, host Wendy Brian encourages us to jo...

It may be the beginning of a season of waiting, but not here at Project Zion! Co-hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith jump right into the new Lectionary year … journeying with Jesus through the gospel narratives. That’s right, ...

Coffee Buzz is back with this latest episode in which host Carla Long sits down with long-time friend and former roommate, President Stassi Cramm, to talk about her shift from a double leadership role to serving solely in the...

All of us have experienced grief, and dying is a reality that we all eventually face. But, how do we help someone else through that process? Can anyone do it? How does one prepare? These questions and many more are discussed ...

“Did I do that?!” When Urkel asked that question in the TV show “Family Matters,” it was usually because he had done something wrong. But, that is not the case when referring to Christ’s mission and the Reign of Christ. As a...

We all have times in our lives when we could use a “God Moment.” In this episode of Coffee Connect, retired Apostle, Linda Booth, shares Elizabeth’s story of grief and desperation and how a God moment made all the difference ...

Have you been looking for ways to make church relevant in an ever-changing world? Is your congregation stuck doing things the way “they’ve always done them?” Fear not, you’re not alone. But there’s great news. God is at work ...

Doing nothing is an unacceptable response! What’s the worst thing that can happen if you take a risk here or there? The treasure that we have been given … the Gospel story … won’t do anyone any good if we “bury” it for safeke...

Now that this “theo-history” journey is coming to an end, what can we take away from it that will enhance our vision for the future? Much has happened since the start of our movement... some good, some not so good … but all o...

Life in a small town is only boring if you let it be. Take Lamoni, Iowa and Graceland University. In this episode of Coffee in the Swarm, guest Savanah Marshall gives us a glimpse of all the ways you can fill your time with t...

In need of an “oil change?” Or, perhaps your oil is just running a little low and you need to top it off. Either way, the time is now... don’t wait! What’s all this talk about oil, you ask? Well, join hosts Karin Peter and B...

Since 1978, Community of Christ has had a World Hunger Fund. 45 years later, that fund is still making a difference in the lives of people around the world. The current World Hunger Team works to use those funds for the purp...

When we consider the deeper meaning of grace (beyond the prayer that one says before a meal), we cannot help but think of generosity. Grace is a gift from God offered without condition and without end. God’s generous gift of ...

Do you have phylacteries and long tassels (fancy cars, designer clothing and accessories, etc.) that you like to show off as a symbol of your status? Though there’s nothing wrong with having those things, how you display them...

The Apostle Paul asks the question in relation to the love of God, but it’s time for us to ask the question in relation to our relationships with God, with each other and with all of creation. Better yet, perhaps we could as...

Who are the “Saints” in your life? You know, the ones that have been a positive influence in your life. The ones that have modeled grace and generosity and unconditional love. In this special episode of Coffee to Go, hosts...

Goblins, Ghouls, and Ghosts … no way. Not on Project Zion Podcast. The only “Ghost” you’ll find talked about here is the Holy Ghost (a.k.a. Holy Spirit), which is anything but returning from the dead. The Holy Spirit is aliv...

When you get to the point that you’re asking Jesus which of the commandments (laws) is the greatest, you’re either trying to trick him, or you’re looking for a loophole! If your intent is to trick, be prepared to have the tab...