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What if faith could topple the mighty and elevate the humble? The Magnificat, Mary's timeless song of hope and defiance, holds the key to addressing today's inequities and injustices. 

In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about Mary's visit to Elizabeth and how Mary's decree inspires us to hold fast to hope even in the world's brokenness. Listen in for the full conversation. 

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What if embracing authenticity could lead you to spiritual maturity and a deeper connection with God? John the Baptist's authenticity invites us to step out of societal norms and into a life of repentance and grace.

In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about John the Baptist through the lens of Luke 3:7-18. Together, they wonder about John's upbringing by Zechariah and Elizabeth, which cultivated his understanding of God's reality. They also talk about John's message and it's relevance in our world today. Listen in for the full conversation.

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What does it mean repent and embrace change? It is more than acknowledging past mistakes! It includes confronting deep-seated fears and behaviors that prevent us from living fully as God intends.

In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about John the Baptist and how his radical message of repentance encourages us to use our faith to change the world. Listen in for the full conversation.

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When we think of kings, we often think of power and corruption. We don't think about service, justice, and love. But that is the King that Jesus is to us!

In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about John 18:33-37 - the passage where Pontius Pilate asks Jesus, "Are you a King?". They discuss Jesus' response, and how His kingdom transcends world problems and challenges the status quo of authority. Listen in for the full conversation.

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Bishop Wright's sermon "To Be Witnesses" given at the 118th Annual Council of the Diocese of Atlanta. Read the full Annual Council Recap here.

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Acts 1 shows us how Jesus exemplified the true nature of power—not through dominance but through actions and choices that reflect a true commitment to God and one another. That through the power of Witness, we can change the world.

In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about Acts 1 and bearing witness to the love of God - now more than ever. Bishop Wright unpacks how using faith as a tool for unity and change elevates us above division! Listen in for the full conversation.

This episode is based on an excerpt from Bishop Wright's Sermon "To Be Witnesses" at The 118th Annual Council of The Diocese of Atlanta.

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Learn more about the The Carter Center through the lens of CEO Paige Alexander. President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter established The Carter Center in 1982. The Center seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. 

In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversation with Paige about the orgs transformative journey. They discuss faith, leadership, and The Carter's legacy. Paige also shares her own personal story of growing up in a politically active home and how that led her to nonprofit work. Listen in for the full conversation.

Paige Alexander is the CEO of The Carter Center, a nonprofit founded by Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter to promote global peace and health. She joined in 2020, guiding the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic and enhancing core programs while introducing new initiatives on mental health, political polarization, and climate change.

With over 20 years in global development, Alexander previously held senior roles at USAID, focusing on post-conflict reconstruction and leading the MENA Bureau. She has also worked with IREX and EUCORD. A recognized thought leader, she has published essays in major outlets and delivered a TEDWomen talk on human rights. Alexander serves on several boards dedicated to human rights and international development.

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God made each of us for an abundant life, but that isn't the world we live in. To strive for an abundance of life for all people is to actively take up your faith and civic responsibility!

In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversation with The Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, Presiding Bishop of The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. They discuss the essential role of unity among Christian denominations and through shared partnership we can amplify our call to seek justice for marginalized voices. 

Bishop Eaton also shares personal reflections, insights on maintaining faith amidst setback, and how Lutherans are mobilizing people to vote in the upcoming election. Listen in for the full conversation.

The Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton was reelected to serve a second six-year term as ELCA presiding bishop at the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly. Eaton is the ELCA’s fourth presiding bishop and was first elected at the 2013 ELCA Churchwide Assembly.

Eaton’s four emphases for the ELCA are: We are church; We are Lutheran; We are church together; We are church for the sake of the world. These four emphases are fundamental to identifying who the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is.

Eaton’s husband is the Rev. T. Conrad Selnick, an Episcopal priest. They are parents of two adult children, Rebeckah and Susannah.

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The Book of Job gives us example of how walking alongside God doesn't guarantee a life without suffering. And even amidst suffering, Job finds a deeper understanding of God.

In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about how faith can be both borrowed and lent on our journeys - that the people we journey with can get us through the periods of real suffering in our lives. Listen in for the full conversation.

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Why is remaining curious about your own belief systems the key to spiritual and personal growth? Curiosity means listening to other perspectives with an open heart and mind! Deconstructing one's faith or belief systens is not a rebellion but a genuine path to spiritual maturity.

In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversation with David Hayward, the Naked Pastor, who bravely transitioned from a Presbyterian pastor to a prominent cartoonist and author. David's story is a testament to the power of embracing authenticity and challenging religious norms. Through his art, he offers a unique lens on spirituality, encouraging us to break down the walls that divide us and to cherish the human connections that bind us together. Listen in for the full conversation.

David Hayward is a pastor turned artist who explores themes of freedom and authenticity through his painting and drawing. With a focus on deconstruction, spiritual journeying, and the pursuit of one's true self, he invites others to join him on his quest for self-discovery.

His moniker, NakedPastor, reflects his commitment to revealing the naked truth, regardless of how vulnerable that may feel. Though he is no longer in the role of pastor, David has spent over a decade creating art and fostering a community centered on the journey toward freedom and self-expression.

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