Episode #15 of CTT! Our host, Evan Gough shares the table with Bonnie Osei-Frimpong, Director of NBA XPLOR and Ben Bohren, Mission Specialist of NBA XPLOR. In this episode, we talk about the importance to have both faith and justice in one's life. We steer the conversation towards young adults as we explore the factors that may cause them to be distant from their faith. NBA XPLOR exists to inspire and connect the people and ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), to accompany one another in the creation of communities of compassion and care, and to advocate for the well-being of humanity.

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NBA XPLOR Website
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Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #14 of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Northway's XPLOR Intern, Evan Gough.  In this episode, we talk about what it means to be an intern during this crisis. As his internship is finishing, hear his reflection on what he learned, and what he wishes in the future.

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NBA XPLOR Website
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #13 (Part 2) of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Rev. Robin Murray, an Organizer at Faith in Texas.  In this episode, we talk about the the housing crisis, especially during the harsh realities of COVID-19. We talk about the facts, the opinions, and those who have been struggling with this crisis for decades, many of them being people of color. Organizations such as Faith in Texas prove what we need to do as a society and to not lose hope during this time of crisis.

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Faith in Texas
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #13 (Part 1) of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Colleagues who work at Faith in Texas: Ben Robinson, Live Free Texas Organizer, and Maria Robles, LA Red Organizer.  In this episode, we talk about the effects of COVID-19 on immigrants and the incarcerated: the unknown facts, realities, and the necessities in order to assist these demographics. Organizations such as Faith in Texas prove what we need to do as a society and to not lose hope during this time of crisis.

Northway Website
Faith in Texas
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
Music

Episode #11 of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Allison Lanza, Associate Minister at Ridglea Christian Church and Director of Connect Fort Worth. In this episode, we talk about mission trips, specifically one's that Connect Fort Worth provides. The impact of those trips for participants, how sustainability is key to building communities, and how children are way more intelligent then most people give them credit for.

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Connect Fort Worth Website
Ridglea Christian Church Website
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #10 of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Pastor Megan Turner, Pastor to Minister to Families and Children here at Northway. In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to be in an interracial marriage and raising interracial children. Speaking on her and her family's experiences, perception from outside of her in-group, and we reflect on the progression since anti-miscegenation and hopes for the future.

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Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #9 of CTT! Our host, Cheryl Scramuzza shares the table with Isabelle (16) and Katherine (14) Kei Adams, co-CEO's of Paper for Water. In this episode, we talk about Paper for Water and their experience at a young age being in charge of a nonprofit that profited over $2,000,000, we also get deeper and talk about the realities of the global water scarcity crisis and finally, these two young CEO's give advice to other kids to chase their dreams and to never underestimate themselves.

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Paper for Water Website
Paper for Water YouTube Channel
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #8 of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Liz Curfman, Senior Director of Program and Operations of Heart House. In this episode, we continue to conversation surrounding refugees, but more specifically children. We dive into the factors that affect these children: mental health, education, and loving people. A child has a lot of potential and Liz Curfman explains why, as well as encourages everyone to assist in this movement.

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Heart House
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #7 of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Samira Izadi Page, Founder and Executive Director of Gateway of Grace Ministries. In this episode, we talk refugees. Stories are shared, hearts are opened, and tables are cleared. With Samira's leadership with refugees (being a refugee herself from Iran), she has a passion and many words that are needed to be shed. Everyone is chosen under God's eyes.

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Gateway of Grace
Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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Episode #6 of CTT! Our host, Pastor Virzola Law shares the table with Laurie Sandblom, resident of Juliette Fowler Communities in Dallas TX, and advocate for silent meditation. In this episode, we probe the world quietly. We challenge the exploration of silent meditation, we understand common ways to practice it, and we attempt to overall demystify it so that others can take a chance and delve into this spiritual journey themselves.

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Clear The Table Facebook Group
Northway Christian Church Facebook Group
CTT Website
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