Moments that Matter

We are back for a special summer edition of Moments that Matter.  For this mini-series, we are talking to the authors of a new book titled How Shall We Then Care?: A Christian Educator's Guide to Caring for Self, Learners, Colleagues, and Community, published this year by Wipf and Stock Publishers.  In all, there are 15 authors and editors, of which our own Dr. Paul Shotsberger is one, and remarkably we have many of them joining in this timely podcast.  For more information visit https://wipfandstock.com/how-shall-we-then-care.html.

We are back for a special summer edition of Moments that Matter.  For this mini-series, we are talking to the authors of a new book titled How Shall We Then Care?: A Christian Educator's Guide to Caring for Self, Learners, Colleagues, and Community, published this year by Wipf and Stock Publishers.  In all, there are 15 authors and editors, of which our own Dr. Paul Shotsberger is one, and remarkably we have many of them joining in this timely podcast.  For more information visit https://wipfandstock.com/how-shall-we-then-care.html.

Today we have the privilege of talking to Amy Manning a money guru who has served as a financial advisor with DHG for the past twelve years. She graduated with a degree in Finance in 2008 and subsequently became a Certified Financial Planner. As a financial advisor, she has counseled countless individuals on achieving their financial dreams. Amy is married and lives in Concord with her film-making husband and incredibly precious daughter.  Join us as she reveals what is happening behind the scenes in the world of finance during this time of coronavirus shut down and answers questions we all have about the volatile markets.

*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell any security   The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants only and do not necessarily represent the views of DHGWA.  The services, securities and financial instruments described in this podcast may not be available to or suitable for you, and not all strategies are appropriate at all times.  Any investments mentioned on this podcast may lose money.  DHGWA makes no guarantee that you will profit from any investment or strategy described in this podcast.  Information in this podcast is believed accurate and reliable as of the time of the podcast and it may become inaccurate or outdated with the passage of time.  Past results are not an indication of future performance.   You should contact your financial advisor before making any investment decision.*

We are joined today by Rev. Aaron Gadsby, pastor of Mountain View Wesleyan Church in Bath, PA.  Aaron previously served as a pastor in the upstate of South Carolina and as an affiliate faculty in the Division of Religion at Southern Wesleyan University.  In our conversation, Aaron reveals the challenges that the American local church faces during these days of social distancing but also the incredible opportunities that are ahead for the church emerging from this crisis.  The church is at a crossroads yet the outlook is bright and Aaron knows why.  Listen in as he provides a roadmap for a successful local church in the days ahead.  

Today we have the awesome opportunity to join Amber Parker and dialogue about her latest book, Finding Simplicity: Learning to Live Like Jesus in the Midst of a Complicated World.  Amber previously served in a number of local church ministries and roles, and currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Staff Development at Advancing Native Missions in Afton, VA.  She is a speaker, writer, ministry executive, international minister, and friend.  Listen as she takes us through the words of James and explains how we can lead a life motivated by Christ and are guaranteed His simplicity in these challenging times.  For more information about Amber, her book, and current pursuits, visit www.FindingSimplicityBook.com and be sure to get a copy of her latest book!

Today, in honor of Earth Day, we address the issue of creation care with one of our favorite people, Kyra Hood. Kyra is a student at Southern Wesleyan University majoring in Psychology and minoring in Christian Ministry. She is super active here at SWU as an athlete in cross country, and track and field, and she frequently participates in musicals here on campus. Kyra is the founder of SWU Environmentalists, an organization that seeks to lead the campus and community in a lifestyle that is sustainable and more environmentally friendly, specifically focused on recycling, community involvement, and educating others on issues involving environmental concerns.  Our discussion addresses the catalyst that introduced Kyra to a lifestyle of conservationism and what practical steps we can take to be worthy stewards of our earth.

Today we pick up with part two of our conversation with Dr. Josh Spoelstra, lead teaching pastor at Downtown Community Fellowship in Seneca, South Carolina. Josh is originally from Washington State and reached South Carolina via Idaho as he followed God’s direction. Listen along as he outlines God’s leading voice, recalls previous vocational clearness committee moments, and introduces his newest book, God’s Love Story: A Canonical Telling. To find out more about Josh, you can visit http://www.dcfclemson.org, and you can find his book at https://wipfandstock.com/god-s-love-story.html.

Today we have the privilege of talking with Dr. Josh Spoelstra, lead teaching pastor at Downtown Community Fellowship in Seneca, South Carolina. Josh is originally from Washington State and reached South Carolina via Idaho as he followed God’s direction. Listen along as he outlines God’s leading voice, recalls previous vocational clearness committee moments, and introduces his newest book, God’s Love Story: A Canonical Telling. Be sure to tune in next week for part two of our interview. To find out more about Josh, you can visit http://www.dcfclemson.org, and you can find his book at https://wipfandstock.com/god-s-love-story.html.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Teresa Williams about the future of medicine in a post-Covid-19 world.  Dr. Teresa Williams is board certified in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine and also holds a Masters of Public Health.  She provides us with the latest updates in the world of Covid-19 from a public health perspective and what it means for us over the next few weeks.  Additionally, she reveals evidence of true ingenuity in the medical world, already allowing doctors to expand their capacities of treatment and care for patients.  She concludes by placing a positive spin on the current crisis as she looks into the future, highlighting the lessons we are learning currently which will transform the world of medicine going forward.

Today we continue our conversation with Christy Bauman in part two of our podcast interview.  She is an author, teacher and psychotherapist, a mother of four, and passionate about advocating for women. She has a master's degree in counseling and is certified in Medical Family Therapy and Trauma and Abuse counseling. She published the books Unearth in 2008, and A Brave Lament in 2018. Her most recent book, which we will be focusing on today, is Theology of the Womb: Knowing God Through the Body of a Woman. She is currently earning her doctorate at Seattle Pacific University and is researching Shame and Sexuality in Women.  For more information about Christy and the work she does, be sure to visit her website www.christybauman.com and join us next week for part two of this interview. Warning: Given the context of the book, we warn listeners that, though the interview is quite delightful and informative, it is also frank and direct. Listener discretion is advised.

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