In each season, we will look at the true stories of redemption of saintly figures from all faiths. Our goal is to to understand the passions that drove them and the challenges they overcame on the journey. Over the next four episodes, we will sit down with experts to examine the life and legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a saintly figure whose story has never been more relevant. Bonhoeffer was arrested and executed by hanging at the Flossenburg Concentration Camp for his involvement in a failed ...
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Local, national and international interviews with activists on human rights, civil liberties and animal welfare issues. The show has been on air since the late 1980s.
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Father Paul Donison hosts an online service of evening prayer with an inspiring story from the life of a Christian saint, followed by a pastoral reflection.
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Are you ready to embark on an inspiring and informative journey alongside Dietrich Bonhoeffer - one of the most courageous people in modern history? In this audio documentary series, we'll dive deep into the life of the German theologian who dared to stand against the Nazi regime. From his early days as a passionate scholar to his evolution into a bold leader of the Confessing Church, we'll trace Bonhoeffer's path as he wrestled with the moral and ethical challenges of his time. You'll disco ...
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Welcome to God's Resistance Press podcast where we resist sin, self, the devil, and the world! We deal with issues of the heart, mind, body, and soul. Our first responsibility is to “take the beam” out of our own eyes to lead others into the kingdom of God! Believers are sons and daughters of the kingdom of God. We are fitting every soul for war against the counter-kingdom of satan. We are reclaiming ground in ourselves and in the world for King Jesus! Please subscribe for weekly sermons tha ...
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Our podcast helps Christians live a Christ focused life in a world that has become increasingly secular and Religionless. In a world full of lies it is more important than ever that we stay connected to the truth. Jesus Christ and God's Word is that truth. Nickie and I will do our best to help Christians make sense of the news, understand the world around us and avoid the traps that lead us off the narrow path. We will look to keep the content current, focusing on news of the day, how to mak ...
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Christianity that challenges the norms, breaks with tradition, is socially and politically courageous, and will frighten your pastor. Radical and progressive Christian preaching and Bible teaching with Christopher Rodkey, author, professor, activist, and pastor. Dr. Rodkey preaches most Sundays at St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Dallastown, PA (www.stpaulsdallastown.org). Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dangerouschristianity/support
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Canadian Philosophy and Theology professor and former Catholic Monk Dr. Sean J. McGrath examines how to practice contemplative Christianity in the secular age and what we can learn from the mystical tradition. In conversation with Jungian Analyst Jakob Lusensky. Subscribe on Substack. https://centerofthecross.substack.com/
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Podcast Description: Many have heard of his name – Dietrich Bonhoeffer. And many know he was a martyr under the Nazi regime during World War II. Yet, what many do not know, is that he was a theologian, a professor, a humanitarian, an ethicist, a prolific writer, and his most dearest role, an Evangelical pastor who loved the church and called it to take the higher, yet more difficult road, during the most turbulent time in history. We can glean from Bonhoeffer’s approach in examining and prop ...
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The Rev. Mark A. Thompson has spent most of his life as a political, civil rights & human rights activist and organizer. He not only has been a part of every major social justice movement & event over the past 40 years, he has also been a radio broadcaster for three decades, and he has spent over 10 years as a television commentator, as well. Rev. Mark hosts Make It Plain (MIP), a political, human rights and breaking news podcast. Rev. Mark’s lifelong social justice activism intersects with ...
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Richard Foster. Elisabeth Elliot. J. C. Ryle. Bonhoeffer. So many authors, so many books, so little time to read them all! Daniela and John take turns reading books and discuss them together, sharing highlights, takeaways, and personal convictions.
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Augustine of Hippo chased pleasure and lived a life of rebellion. Martin Luther was plagued by crippling anxiety and guilt. John Calvin battled deep insecurities. C.S. Lewis dismissed Christianity as a myth. John Newton profited from the slave trade. Even Mother Teresa, known for her unwavering service, endured decades of spiritual dryness and doubt. When you explore the lives of these prominent Christians, a clear truth emerges: none of them started out as saints. So how did they become the ...
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90 Second Narratives is a podcast featuring engaging true stories told by trained historians. Each episode includes a short story interwoven with expert analysis of the story’s historical significance. The concise length and storytelling format of the episodes make history accessible, dynamic, and entertaining. The subjects of the stories are diverse—spanning the globe and ranging from the pre-historic to the modern age. While individual stories stand alone, the episodes in each season are l ...
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Father Paul tells the story of one of the most influential pastors and martyrs of the twentieth century, who not only taught but knew personally the cost of discipleship.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Father Paul tells the story of a man God used to start the longest running revival in history.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Father Paul tells the story of the first missionary Anglican bishop in America.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Saved Through Childbearing? The Truth You Never Heard
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15:09They told you motherhood holds women back... but what if it's your highest calling? Culture says kids are a burden. That motherhood is a trap. That women must chase success in the world to find meaning. But what if everything you’ve been told is upside down? In this powerful video, we dive into one of the Bible’s most controversial and misunderstoo…
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Melvyn Bragg and guests explore typology, a method of biblical interpretation that aims to meaningfully link people, places, and events in the Hebrew Bible, what Christians call the Old Testament, with the coming of Christ in the New Testament. Old Testament figures like Moses, Jonah, and King David were regarded by Christians as being ‘types’ or s…
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Father Paul tells the story of the youngest person to be titled Doctor of the Church because of her complete commitment to love in every circumstance.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Freedom Without Limits? Why That’s Destroying Your Life
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16:11They say freedom means no limits… but what if that’s the biggest lie you’ve believed? We crave freedom—but without boundaries, chaos takes over. Ever felt like rules just restrict you? What if they were actually the key to peace, security, and real freedom? In this episode, you’ll discover why God’s laws aren’t about control—they’re about love. We’…
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A Christianity Without Boundaries: Bonhoeffer's Christ-Centered Revolution with Lori Brandt Hale
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1:07:36What's up Theology Nerds! Today on the podcast I'm joined by Lori Brandt Hale, Bonhoeffer scholar and president of the International Bonhoeffer Society, for a mind-expanding exploration of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's theological journey. Rather than just rehashing the heroic end of Bonhoeffer's story, we dive deep into the continuous threads that run thr…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man devoted to the monastic way of life but was determined to live it out with others in community.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Gaza medic eyewitness account | Race and The Question of Palestine Pt. 2 | 100 days of Trump | Amazon rainforest | Opposition to deep sea mining and new obstacles by the U.S.
Eyewitness account of genocide in Gaza – Dr Mohammed Mustafa who travelled to Gaza during ceasefire in work in two hospitals, Part 2 of an interview between Ahmed Albadla, Palestinian/Australian activist in Sydney and Dr Lana Tatour, Palestinian/Australian lecturer at UNSW Sydney, Veteran US peace activist Kathy Kelly on the first 100 days of Trump…
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Father Paul tells the story of early missionaries to Burma, who faced incredible hardship for the sake of the Gospel.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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How to Share Your Faith Without Pressure or Fear
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15:26Most Christians share the same fear—but no one’s talking about it. What if sharing your faith didn’t mean feeling pressure to “close the deal”? What if evangelism could be as simple as planting one powerful thought in someone’s mind... and letting God take it from there? This episode is for every believer who feels overwhelmed by witnessing. We’ll …
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Father Paul tells the story of a cloistered woman whose visions, writings, and spiritual direction helped establish England’s rich spiritual Christian tradition.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Race and The Question of Palestine | 50th Anniversary since end of Vietnam War | Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize | Universities and Zionism in AU and US | History of Yemen
His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Dr Lana Tatour with Ahmed Alabadla on the publication of her book – Race and the Question of Palestine (Part One), Jim McIlroy on the 50th anniversary of ending of Vietnam War, Acceptance speech from Wendy Turner on being awarded the 2025 Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize, Dr Colin Hughes and impacts of Zionism in uni…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man who stood faithfully, and often alone, against the greatest and fastest spreading heresy within the history of the church.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Why are churches REALLY dying—and how do we stop it? Most Christians don’t realize the silent epidemic that’s killing the church from the inside. It’s not music style. It’s not politics. And it’s not culture wars. The real reason? We’ve abandoned the mission. In this episode, we uncover how the modern church has traded the Great Commission for comf…
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How Trump Is Surgically Targeting His Own Base
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47:37Markos joins for Thursday Kos. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Make It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark Thompson
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Father Paul tells the story of a woman who wrote over nine thousand hymns, but considered her primary work as a missionary worker to the poor.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Father Paul tells the story of a great fourth century teacher of the faith.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Martin Luther King, Jr., Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Serene Jones: Faith, Social Justice, and Resilience
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28:45Dr. Serene Jones, President of Union Theological Seminary, joins to discuss the intersection of faith, social justice, and the critical roles of individuals and institutions in times of social conflict. Dr. Jones reflects on the legacies of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Martin Luther King, Jr., and the modern parallels in today's climate. She shares her …
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From Dust to Glory- The Hope of Resurrection
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15:00What if the resurrection never happened? Discover why the empty tomb is the unshakable truth that can transform your life forever. In this powerful Easter message, we dive into 1 Corinthians 15 to uncover the historical certainty of Jesus’ resurrection—eyewitnessed by over 500 people, including skeptics like Paul. Without it, faith crumbles, and ho…
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Standing With God in Gethsemane's Darkness: Bonhoeffer's Call to a Faith of Solidarity in Suffering
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28:39This is an audio version of an essay on my substack, Process This. In it, I unpack Dietrich Bonhoeffer's theological reflection on Jesus' experience in the Garden of Gethsemane, which he sees as a central metaphor for authentic Christian faith. I struggle with Bonhoeffer's conviction that true Christianity isn't found in religious performance or in…
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Making sense of the U.S. today | Contemporary Syria: an analysis | Life & Death of Dietrich Bonhoeffer | Humanity in upcoming elections | Calls for enquiry into AUKUS
Broadcaster, researcher and activist Jacob Grech trying to make sense of the USA today, Dr Tim Anderson and the recent history of Syria to explain how the present leadership of Islamic terrorist gained power, Social commentator John Queripel and the life and death of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Retired Adelaide QC Paul Heywood-Smith with a plea to put hum…
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Why God Picks You for Such a Time as This
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14:48What if you were born for this exact moment—but missed it by staying silent? Discover how Esther, a Jewish girl in a hostile empire, faced an impossible choice that changed history. From a fickle king’s palace to a farmer hiding from enemies, the Bible reveals a pattern: God picks the weak, the doubtful, even the ordinary—like you—to do the extraor…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man who, according to legend, slew a dragon and died a heroic martyr.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Rubble in Thailand Myanmar & Palestine | Pacific struggles for self determination & independence, Pt. 2 | Blood on Netanyahu's hands | Updates from Cuba |
His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Palestinian Australian & co-founder of Olive Kids Amin Abbas and the situation in Thailand and Myanmar with aid streaming in following the earthquake and Palestinians in Gaza left to dig in the rubble of their homes with bare hands following Israeli bombings, Part 2 of the interview with Nic Maclellan, journalist wi…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man referred to as the most luminous and penetrating intellect between Augustine and Thomas Aquinas.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Could There Be A Blue Wave in 2026? Could Trump Serve Another Term?
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44:45Markos Moulitsas of dailykos.com joins for Thursday Kos! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Make It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark Thompson
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Father Paul tells the story of a man considered to be the father of American Anglicanism.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Robert Vosloo: When the Times Are Out of Joint & Bonhoeffer's Call to Agency
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59:48In this illuminating conversation, South African theologian Robert Bonhoeffer shares how Dietrich Bonhoeffer's work influenced the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa and continues to speak to contemporary challenges. He describes how Bonhoeffer's theology provided a framework for confronting apartheid's theological justifications, highlighting…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man whose preaching, life, and martyrdom nurtured and grew the civil rights movement in America.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Educational Bookshop raids: East Jerusalem | Pacific struggles for self determination & independence | Country Profile of Suriname, Pt. 2 | ABC Coverage of Middle East conflicts
His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Raids on the Educational Bookshop in East Jerusalem, with co-owner Ahmed Muna, Journalist with Islands Business, Nic Maclellan, focuses on the continuing struggles in the Pacific for self-determination and independence, Part 2 of the country profile of Suriname in South America – PhD Candidate Sasha Gillies-Lekakis,…
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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Hindu goddess Kali, often depicted as dark blue, fierce, defiant, revelling in her power, and holding in her four or more arms a curved sword and a severed head with a cup underneath to catch the blood. She may have her tongue out, to catch more blood spurting from her enemies, be wearing a garland of more severe…
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Father Paul tells the story of a poet and a preacher with a licentious past whose incredible command of language made him one of England’s greatest preachers.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Father Paul tells the story of a woman whose courage and forgiveness will warm your heart and challenge you to the bottom of your soul.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Palestine at present | Pine Gap, Gaza & the late Desmond Ball | Korean survivors of 1945 A-Bombs | Alawite community in Syria: history & present | AUKUS report: Australians for War Powers Reform
His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Recipient of the 2023-4 Al Quds Jerusalem Peace Prize Dr Helen McCue, speaking about the present situation in Palestine, Academic, researcher, military analyst & peace activist, Professor Richard Tanter on the past and present role of Pine Gap, including in the genocide in Gaza. Also his work and friendship with the…
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Most people run from their struggles. Will you?Dragons are real. Not the fire-breathing kind—but the fears, doubts, and battles that stand between you and the life God has for you. Some dragons must be slain, others tamed—but all must be faced. Are you ready to step into the fight?In this video, we’ll break down:🔥 Why avoiding your dragons makes th…
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Father Paul tells the story of the man who helped lead the English Reformation, who gave us our prayer book, and who died for his faith.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Jennifer McBride: Christ, Community, Change and the Lasting Impact of Bonhoeffer
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1:06:18In this episode, Tripp & Jeff are joined by Dr. Jennifer McBride. We explore Bonhoeffer's role in McBride's academic and ministerial journey. As a past president of the International Bonhoeffer Society in North America, Jennifer sheds light on how Bonhoeffer's theology has profoundly influenced her life and work. The discussion covers her introduct…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man called to serve actively in God’s church and in the world and yet, in his heart, never really left the monastery.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Debunking the caravan plot | Duterte's arrest & case in the ICC | Reportage on the Australian War Memorial: an analysis | Country profile of Suriname, Pt. 1 | China in the Global economy
The AFP's admission of fabricated terrorism caravan plot; calls to stop using false links antisemitism to spread fear in the community, and repress solidarity with Palestinian people – press releases from APAN and the Jewish Council of Australia. His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Human Rights Activist Peter Murphy, with the arrest of the former Phil…
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s Warning: Are We Missing Jesus?
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15:25Have we buried Jesus under man-made religion? Dietrich Bonhoeffer warned about a Christianity that loses sight of Christ. Many follow religious traditions but miss the living Jesus. Are we truly walking in His power, or just going through the motions? Discover how to break free from dead religion and encounter Jesus in a real, life-changing way.🙏 I…
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Father Paul tells the story of a man who escaped slavery, only to return to his captors with the Gospel.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Father Paul tells the story of a missionary couple to Ecuador and the martyr’s path that God called them to follow.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Palestine Land Society | Bougainville: PM role in Sandline Affair, 60 years since Freedom Riders | AU authoritarianism & universal Palestine | GMO corn, mice & mosquitoes
Continuing a conversation between Ahmed Alabadla and Dr Salman Abu Sitta, founder of the Palestine Land Society, from a webinar co-hosted by Free Palestine Melbourne and Palestine Justice Movement Sydney, and also broadcast on Ahmed's NSW radio program Pulse of Palestine, Longtime activist for Bougainville independence Vikki John talking about the …
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Jesus Said This About Faith—Why You’re Waiting for Nothing!
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15:05Can you really do the impossible with just mustard seed faith?When God commands you to forgive those who have wronged you—no matter how many times—do you struggle to obey? Do you feel like your faith isn’t enough to meet His expectations? What if Jesus gave us a solution that makes walking in faith and obedience not only possible but powerful? In t…
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Father Paul tells the story of Shi Meiyu, more commonly known as Mary Stone, a Chinese doctor and evangelist.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Barry Harvey: The The Sacramental Worldliness of Bonhoeffer
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1:22:59In this episode, Tripp & Jeff are joined by theologian Dr. Barry Harvey to unpack the profound legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, examining his intellectual journey, theological insights, and the practical implications of his work. Barry Harvey, notable author of Taking Hold of the Real, shares his deep engagement with Bonhoeffer's philosophy, discussi…
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Father Paul tells the story of a new convert in the early church who suffered her martyrdom, not only with courage, but with joy.By The Rt. Rev. Paul Donison
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Multiculturalism and the dangers of Zionism | People's Tribunal: Korean victims of 1945 Atomic bombings | Australia-China relations | Updates on West Bank & Gaza
His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Retired academic, foreign affairs advisor, author and member of the ANU Emeritus Faculty, Tony Kevin, and the dangers to our multicultural society from Zionism, US peace activist Brad Wolf, and the beginnings of the People's Tribunal to address the impact of the A-Bombs in 1945 on the 70-100,00 Koreans in the two ci…
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