A Little Faith

In this episode of A Little Faith, Michael interviews Bro. Russell Dawes from Toronto, Ontario, who attends the Toronto East (formerly Cobourg) Ecclesia and shares his journey into the Christadelphian community. Russell, nearly 96, was not raised religious but began seeking answers during World War II, especially about death and belief. After meeting his wife Muriel in 1950 and being influenced by her strong faith, he began studying Scripture, including reading “Elpis Israel” with a Bible and dictionary, and was baptized in 1953. He reflects on how Bible schools attended yearly from 1960 for decades became a defining spiritual “eureka” and how international travel for work allowed him to fellowship with Christadelphians worldwide, and created lifelong friendships. Russell also describes raising baptized children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and emphasizes the lasting importance of close, spiritually minded relationships and ecclesial fellowship. Russell is an example to all of us about spiritual devotion, and devotion in marriage. 

In this episode of A Little Faith, Micahel interviews Stephanie Keating about her mission work in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and the faith crisis she faced when COVID upended her life. Sponsored by WCF, Stephanie moved to Cambodia in 2017 to teach English and the Bible, eventually marrying a Cambodian brother Pisey in early 2020. As borders shut, work disappeared, and she became pregnant, Stephanie returned to Canada in July 2020 while Pisey stayed behind. Their applications for him to come to Canada were repeatedly refused, leaving them separated for nearly two years; Pisey first held their son Elisha at 17 months old. Stephanie shares anger, grief, and the struggle of “unanswered prayers,” and the scriptures that anchored her. 2 Kings 6 and Job 5:17–18 both stand out to Stephanie to help her frame suffering, and help her deepen her faith.

In this episode of A Little Faith, Levi introduces his new co-host, Jennifer De Caussin, and unveils the show's updated format. Each episode will now start with a 5-7 minute discussion where Levi and Jennifer share insights from the upcoming interview. This time, they explore current challenges facing the Haitian community, setting the stage for a thought-provoking conversation with Chris Berg. Levi speaks with Chris Berg, Chairwoman of the Haiti Peace Project, about her inspiring journey of faith and service. Chris shares how her desire to help others led her to Haiti, despite personal and financial obstacles. She recounts how her first visit to the Caribbean nation transformed her perspective on service and community empowerment.Chris also delves into the pressing challenges facing Haiti, including efforts to reclaim the country from gang control and the pursuit of political stability to build a brighter future. She highlights the transformative work of the Haiti Peace Project, such as rebuilding a state-of-the-art school that now serves as a cornerstone of hope for the community.Throughout the discussion, Chris offers a compassionate and insightful perspective on the resilience of the Haitian people and addresses recent political rhetoric surrounding Haitian immigrants. Her reflections emphasize the power of faith, unity, and community to drive meaningful change.To learn more about the Haiti Peace Project or to contribute, visit PeaceProjectHaiti.org and follow them on social media.

In this episode of A Little Faith, Levi and Jennifer discuss the wildfires burning in the LA region, where they both live. Levi introduces Jennifer as his new cohost, and they share their reactions when the fires began. Jennifer talks about receiving an evacuation order, preparing to leave, and the importance of having a plan in place. They reflect on the emotional toll, the speed at which things change, and how disasters remind us of what truly matters—people, relationships, and trusting God. Jennifer and Levi express gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from their global faith community. They close with a request for prayers for those affected and the firefighters.

WCF’s Vineyard Voice is now part of the A Little Faith podcast. In this episode, host Bethany McGeorge talks to Efren and Eleanor about current events in the faith community of the Philippines.

In this episode of "A Little Faith," Levi interviews Rachel Hocking about the Blue Worship Book launch in April 2024. Rachel recounts the history of the Worship Book series, starting before 2008, and the detailed process of compiling songs from Christadelphian contributors worldwide. She highlights the diversity of styles and the collaborative effort involved. The focus then shifts to the recent launch event in Australia, featuring memorable performances by choirs, orchestras, and individual composers. This event previewed the book's contents and fostered a sense of community through music. Levi also explores Rachel’s background in music, including her studies in ethnomusicology and her career as a pianist and lecturer. The episode concludes with a discussion on bridging the gap between musical tradition and contemporary expression within the Christadelphian community. This dedication to preserving heritage while embracing innovation ensures the Blue Worship Book appeals broadly across the community and provides space for musicians to contribute.”

More Info:

https://www.theworshipbook.com/worship3blue.html

In this episode, Mike chats with Jason Hensley about his book 'One Family' and the importance of recognizing the Jewish roots of Christianity. They begin by discussing the historical setting of first-century Judaism, discussing the Pharisees, Sadducees, and the Essenes. Jason underscores the importance of viewing Jesus within his Jewish context, highlighting how his teachings align with Pharisaic teachings. He describes Jesus as a “reformer working on the inside”. 

Mike and Jason examine the impact of the temple's destruction in 70 CE on the Jewish religious leadership and Christian followers. Finally, Jason shares his hope that readers will recognize the deep connections between biblical Christianity and Judaism, urging them to stand against anti-Semitism.

Purchase book here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CT8CHWXV

Bethany interviews Sam and Abi McGeorge who are operating the Thailand Learning Centre in Chiang Mai, Thailand. They talk about their experiences in the first year since the Learning Centre was established, and the exciting work being with youth from the surrounding communities.

In this episode, Levi chats with Beth about her experience volunteering at RVA Light, a community resource center in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Founded five years ago with a mission "To connect our neighbors with one another, community resources and with Jesus", Beth shares stories of individuals whose lives have been positively impacted by relationships formed at RVA Light. Next she describes a typical day at the resource center. Some people come to enjoy a coffee and socialize, others find a quiet place to rest, use the phone or computer for job and housing searches. There is a Youth Program being piloted which includes life skills mentorship, relationship building and Drum Corp participation. 

Beth explains how the daily Bible study time is a catalyst leading to reflections on one's spiritual journey and relationship with God. Beth and Levi celebrate RVA Light being a consistent and reliable presence where people regain a sense of community, find hope and envision a more positive future. Finally Beth mentions the volunteer opportunities at RVA Light, ongoing funding needs and encourages listeners to come and visit RVA Light. 

More Info:

https://rvalight.com/

Join Sis. Bethany McGeorge (Swansea, U.K.) as she speaks with Brothers and Sisters around the world, getting to know them, their local ecclesia(s), and getting updates on our Christadelphian family worldwide!

In the first episode, Bethany interviews Michael and Lilandi Furstenburg, who live in Cape Town, South Africa, and they give an update on the many exciting outreach efforts happening there.