Episodes

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Kees Olijnsma who shares about his presentation, "The Development of the Community of Christ in the Netherlands up to 1948" You can find Keith's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/U01uZU1nDG4 Host: Karin Peter Guest: Kees Olijnsma Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music use...

In the midst of the pandemic and increased awareness around racial oppression in the US, Ken Bowen, a pastor in the Church of the Nazarene, felt the call to leave his congregation and start anew in Community of Christ. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Ken Bowen Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global...

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: Galatians. Watch this podcast here: https://youtu.be/VTof1vgKA2c Download the Transcript. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project ...

What's Brewing is all about mission in Community of Christ. In this episode, Seventy Joelle Wight shares what mission looks like in Washington D.C. From exploring outreach and community involvement in their online Mission Matters Most series, to participating in Harry Potter and the Sacred Text, to attending museums together with the focus on peace and justice, there is always something to do that connects disciples to the Divine. Host: Carla Long Guest: Joelle Wight Thanks for listeni...

In the swarm of uncertainty during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, Linda Booth decided she couldn't simply wait for miracles, but needed to take an active role in creating them by connecting safely with those around her. Host: Linda Booth Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t...

Climate Brewing features the presenters of the Climate Change Colloquy from the North American Climate Justice Team of Community of Christ. Today we are hearing from Randy Litzenberger about his presentation, "Systemic Solutions: Climate Policies 101". You can view Randy's original presentation here: https://youtu.be/HfUIN0b978A Host: Susan Oxley Guest: Randy Litzenberger Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permis...

Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. This episode looks at the early church, exploring Joseph Smith's conversion experience, the Book of Mormon, the church's organization, conflicts in Kirtland and Missouri, and being exiled from Zion. Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Pro...

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Keith Wilson who shares about his presentation, "Clifford Cole: Architect and Re-founder of the Modern Community of Christ" You can find Keith's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/4WqDV9AI_n4 Host: Karin Peter Guest: Keith Wilson Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used...

Where is God in the midst of evil and suffering? Percolating on Faith is exploring various theodicies that attempt to answer this question. In this episode, they focus on protest theodicy, which is rooted in lament found in the Hebrew tradition. Host: Carla Long Guests: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 ...

Celebrate Project Zion's 500th episode! Project Zion Podcast started in August 2015 and has produced 500 full-length episodes and over 100 shorter episodes. To celebrate this milestone, we're hearing from the members of the Project Zion team as they share their experiences sharing the story and mission of Community of Christ. Host: Robin Linkhart Guests: Linda Booth, Mike Hoffman, Jason Eyre, Josh Mangelson, Karin Peter, Kuzma Brudsky, Carla Long, and Brittany Mangelson Special thanks...

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation reflecting on the ebb and flow of life. Sit back, relax, and think about what is tides in your life and what you are learning from them. Host: Tyler Marz Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, At...

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: First Corinthians. Download the Transcript. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Inst...

In the Spring of 2020, Community of Christ Apostle Lachlan Mackay was contacted by his uncle, Dan Larsen, about a Smith family locket that had been hidden away for decades. At first, Lach didn't believe the image inside could be Joseph Smith Jr, but after over two years of research, Lach and historian Ron Romig are compelled to believe the locket does contain the first ever daguerreotype of Joseph Smith Jr. Their research and finding are published in the Spring/Summer 2022 John Whitmer Historica...

NEW! Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. First up: “Restoring the Ancient Order” explores the Restoration against a backdrop of the Second Great Awakening and rise of utopian communities. Learn more about our movement and its roots in the greater Christian Tradition. Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-S...

From camps to leading worship as a teen, to marrying her wife in the church, Cheyenne Koerth of Austin, Texas shares what it was like growing up in Community of Christ. With a deep love of the Enduring Principles, Cheyenne remains hopeful for the future of this faith community. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Cheynne Koerth Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Si...

Where is God in the midst of evil and suffering? Percolating on Faith is exploring various theodicies that attempt to answer this question. Today, they are focusing on Augustine's Theodicy and how he approached sin, suffering, and calamities. Host: Carla Long Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Bria...

Community of Christ can provide exciting new ministry opportunities for many women. Robin Linkhart talks with Leslie Dalton, Joanna Smith, and Brittany Mangelson about their transitions into a community where they have found liberation and surprising challenges along the way. Host: Robin Linkhart Guests: Leslie Dalton, Joanna Smith, and Brittany Mangelson You can find Part 1 of this conversation with Karin Peter and Robin Linkhart here: http://www.projectzionpodcast.org/podcast/491-open-topics...

Where in God in the midst of evil and suffering? Percolating on Faith is exploring various theodicies that attempt to answer this question. Today, they are focusing on Irenaean Theodicy which explores the idea that human suffering is from God and allows humanity to grow. Host: Carla Long Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ ...

Shandra Brooks of Salt Lake City shares her story of faith and how she found Community of Christ. Shandra has always been a deep thinker and questioner, and in Community of Christ, she has found a place where she can embrace her questions, and where her family can be loved for exactly who they are. Host: Brittany Mangelson Guest: Shandra Brooks Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” C...

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation from Micah 6. Sit back, relax, and think about what it means to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly before God. Host: Tyler Marz Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. c...

Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Andrew Bolton who shares about his presentation, "Charles Derry: First Reorganization Missionary in the British Isles" You can find Andrew's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/viFTfkDxQSs Host: Karin Peter Guest: Andrew Bolton Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used wi...

Community of Christ’s journey to the full inclusion of women in all aspects of church life took a long, long time. In fact it’s still unfolding. Karin Peter and Robin Linkhart share stories from their journeys which included the seismic shift from all male priesthood to include female (and now all genders). It’s an inward and outward journey as a people, and as individuals, filled with prophetic questions to help us find our way in an ever changing world. Host: Robin Linkhart Guest: Karin Peter...

Join our guides, Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith—along with host Karin Peter, the snarky one—for an adventure of discovery navigating the provocative, complex, ancient, humorous, judgmental, yet revelatory text of the early Christian Church. Explain, explore, and experience the New Testament. This month's text: John. Find a video of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/dzTpf2ngM0I Download the Transcript. Host: Karin Peter Guest: Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith Thanks for listening to Project...

Project Zion is partnering with Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation to bring you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Eric Paul Rogers who shares about his presentation, "Mark Hill Forscutt: Mormon Missionary, Morrisite Apostle, and RLDS Minister". You can find the original presentation here: https://youtu.be/5Mwix3Ow3u0 Host: Karin Peter Guest: Eric Paul Rogers Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook a...