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The Rt. Rev. Frank Logue is the XI Bishop of the Diocese of Georgia, a diocese that traces its roots back to 1733. A graduate of Georgia Southern University and Virginia Theological Seminary, he served from 2010-2020 as Canon to the Ordinary for the Diocese before being elected Bishop for the diocese in November of 2019. He was ordained a Bishop in May of 2020.

He is married to Victoria and they have a daughter, Griffin, who is a veterinarian in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  

Rabbi Michael Siegel is Senior Rabbi at Anshe Emet Synagogue in Chicago. Anshe Emet is a large synagogue that he has served in a rabbinic capacity since 1982 when he first came on staff, over 40 years ago. He is a gifted Rabbi and the fruits of his labor shows with the hard work he puts in for the synagogue.

Today we have the Rabbi on to discuss Adam Sandler’s new movie “You Are So Not Invited to my Bat Mitzvah” which you can stream on Netflix now, and we encourage you to do so. The Rabbi and Rev. Rob Lee will discuss how the movie impacted each of them from their perspectives. We will say there are some spoilers but they are light and don’t ruin the overall narrative arc, so we feel like you’re safe to listen regardless of whether you’ve seen it or not.

On the 2nd anniversary of the Lee girls' legal adoption and becoming a forever family, host of Beloved Journal and aspiring SuperDad sits down with the girls to discuss their likes, dislike, passions, and interests as they round the corner on the second year of their family being complete.

Note: Unlike other episodes of Beloved Journal, at the end of the interview section our host returns to tell his side of the adoption story along with offering suggestions for those who might be interested in the work and life of adopting children from his perspective.

We are excited to share with you our Beloved Journal interview with Jake Tapper. CNN Anchor and Chief Washington correspondent Jake Tapper joined the network in January 2013. Tapper currently anchors an award-winning two-hour weekday program, The Lead with Jake Tapper, which debuted in March 2013. He has hosted CNN’s Sunday morning show, State of the Union, since June 2015. In April 2021, he became the lead anchor for CNN for Washington, D.C. events. In 2015 and 2020 he hosted presidential debates for both the Republican and Democratic parties.

Prior to joining CNN, Tapper was Senior White House Correspondent for ABC News. He’s a graduate of Dartmouth College, and has won multiple awards for his journalistic excellence. He sits down with the Rev. Rob Lee to discuss among other things his newest work of fiction, All the Demons Are Here—a thriller and part of his series of fiction novels. All the Demons Are Here was released on July 11th, 2023.

The Rev. Dr. Jonathan C. Augustine (a/k/a “Jay Augustine”) currently serves as senior pastor of St. Joseph AME Church, in Durham, North Carolina, and as general chaplain of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He is an accomplished author, respected academic leader, and nationally recognized social justice advocate who speaks for the equality of all human beings. He joins us on Beloved Journal to speak about his book, "When Prophets Preach: Leadership and the Politics of the Pulpit." You can order a copy of his highly acclaimed book here.

The Rev. Peter M. Wallace is the outgoing Executive Director of Day 1, a preaching ministry of Mainline Protestant denominations. He is a prolific author and has written many books. You can read more about his books here.

Day 1 is a radio broadcast ministry that reaches around 200 radio stations each Sunday with a sermon from one of the great preachers in the United States. The ministry draws on a wealth of denominational diversity and talent to showcase many well-known American preachers. You can find out more about Day 1 by clicking here.

Today on the show we have the Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde. In November of 2011, Bishop Budde was consecrated and ordained as the IX Bishop of the Diocese of Washington, an Episcopal Diocese of 86 congregations in the District of Columbia. She holds a doctorate and Masters of Divinity from Virginia Theological Seminary, and has stood at the intersection of faith and public life her entire career.

She’s written a new book titled “How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith” and we cannot recommend this book enough. We hope you enjoy today's podcast.

Athena Lee, rising first grader and the daughter of the Rev. Rob and Stephanie Lee stops by for a conversation in Oakwood Park with her dad. Additionally, at the end of today's short podcast you hear a preview for Beloved Journal's new podcast in partnership with Pacific School of Religion's doctoral program, "So Help me Pod." It's a podcast that explores the relationship between theology and the American presidency. You don't want to miss this episode!

Cheers!!

Mr. Ernest Crim, III is a scholar, activist, and anti-racist educator working to end the scourge of white supremacy in this country. Join us for an invigorating and compelling conversation on Mr. Crim's work, and his rise to national prominence through his use of social media. Speaking of social media, check him out on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook, or on Twitter.

New York Times Bestselling Author Jonathan Eig comes on Beloved Journal to talk about his newly released and bestselling book, "King: A Life" which chronicles the life and times of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. along with groundbreaking revelations about the preacher from Georgia. Find out more about Jonathan his other books by visiting his website.