Scripture Untangled

Listen to Rev. Dr. Ray Aldred, a respected theologian, pastor, and teacher being interviewed by Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. Ray is a status Cree from Swan River Band, Treaty 8, and is the Director of the Indigenous Studies Program at the Vancouver School of Theology. In this episode, Ray talks about the gospel being the central foundation of our faith, and how that translates into any heart language, resulting in transformed lives.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep3

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Rev. Dr. Ray Aldred is a husband, father, and grandfather. He was first ordained with the Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada and is now ordained with the Anglican Church of Canada. He is status Cree from Swan River Band, Treaty 8. Born in Northern Alberta, he now resides with his wife in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. Ray is the Director of the Indigenous Studies Program at the Vancouver School of Theology whose mission is to partner with the Indigenous Church around theological education.

Formerly, Ray served as the Assistant Professor of Theology at Ambrose Seminary in Calgary, Alberta and a former chairperson and board member for Indigenous Pathways. He is a former Director for the First Nations Alliance Churches of Canada, and is now a committee member, where he works to encourage Indigenous churches. Ray has also had the privilege of addressing several college conferences and meetings. His passion is to help as many people as possible hear the gospel in their heart language.

Ray and his wife, Elaine have also been involved in ministry to help train people to facilitate support groups for people who have suffered abuse. Elaine and Ray have also coordinated Marriage Encounter. Ray and Elaine have four adult children, Jenny, who has graduated from the University of Regina and the Alliance University College, a school teacher, is married and lives in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada; Raymond, who is pursuing a PhD in Philosophy at McGill University; Catherine, has earned an MA in Religions Studies at McGill University; and Rueben who works in the Oil Field in Northern Alberta.

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Listen to Alana Walker Carpenter, a visionary leader, passionate coach, and the Founder and CEO of Intriciti, an organization that inspires business leaders to meaningfully integrate their faith and work being interviewed by veteran journalist, Lorna Dueck. Alana is also the Founder and CEO of the Canadian Centre for the Integration of Faith & Business. In this episode, Alana talks about the incredible opportunity she has to minister within the corporate world to business leaders and help integrate faith and business in a powerfully meaningful way.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep2

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Alana Walker Carpenter is a trailblazer. She has redefined what it means to lead, what success looks like, and the gift that love, compassion, and empathy can bring to the boardroom. 

Serving in the capacity of CEO of Intriciti, Alana created and leads an organization to inspire business leaders to integrate their faith and business. Prioritizing relationships, collaboration, and stewardship, Ms. Walker Carpenter founded the Canadian Centre for the Integration of Faith & Business in 2024.

With relationships as her trademark, Alana makes generous space for all to have a seat at the table. She is passionate about ensuring all belong whether one has a little faith, a lot of faith, or no faith at all.

Prior to assuming her current roles, she practiced human resources for a downtown consulting firm.

Ms. Walker Carpenter holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Western Ontario (King’s College) and a Post-Graduate Degree in Human Resources Management from Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology. She received numerous academic and leadership awards prior to, during, and upon graduation.

With well-earned accolades, she continues to live out her calling. In 2023, she was honoured as a Global Corporate Hero. In 2014, she was nominated and received the Top 100 Christian Leaders in Canada and was three times nominated for the Top 35 Under 35 Award. 

Outside of the boardroom, Alana can be found cheering her teenage son Carter on at the baseball diamond and volleyball court. Ms. Walker Carpenter resides in Canada with her husband and best friend Kevin. Together, they serve on a number of local, national, and international boards.

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Intriciti: intriciti.ca

Canadian Centre for the Integration of Faith & Business: intriciti.ca/ccifb

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Listen to Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, a world-renowned climate scientist, communicator, and committed follower of Jesus, being interviewed by veteran journalist, Lorna Dueck. Katharine is the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy, a Distinguished Professor at Texas Tech University, and one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People. In this episode, Katharine discusses climate change, and how the care of our planet was given to humans as a responsibility in Genesis 1. She also talks about how truly understanding what the Bible says can make us even more aware of the impact of climate change on the marginalized and encourages us to be active contributors to creation care.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep1

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Dr. Katharine Hayhoe is a world-renowned climate scientist, communicator, and committed follower of Jesus. She is the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy, a Distinguished Professor at Texas Tech University, and one of TIME’s "100 Most Influential People". But what sets her apart is how she bridges the worlds of science and faith with clarity, compassion, and conviction.

With over 125 peer-reviewed publications and contributions to major climate assessments, Katharine helps communities and leaders understand how climate change affects the most vulnerable among us. She co-authored A Climate for Change: Global Warming Facts for Faith-Based Decisions with her husband, pastor and author Andrew Farley, and her bestselling book Saving Us offers a hopeful path forward.

Named one of Christianity Today’s “50 Women to Watch,” Katharine believes that caring for God’s creation is a matter of loving our neighbour — especially the poor and the marginalized. Whether she’s speaking in churches or briefing policymakers, her message is rooted in both scientific evidence and a deep conviction that our faith calls us to act.

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Listen to Nicky Gumbel, the pioneer of the Alpha Course, being interviewed by Lorna Dueck. Nicky has written several best-selling books, recently retired as the Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in the UK and was awarded the CBE (Commander of the British Empire) in the 2024 New Years Honours. In this episode, Nicky discusses his 50-year practice of starting the day with Scripture and his belief that as you read the Bible, the Holy Spirit is speaking to you. He also talks about how Alpha started and how it continues to evolve, and shares an important message for today’s church.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep12

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Whether you’re well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world’s best-selling book.  This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca.

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Nicky Gumbel is the pioneer of Alpha, an introduction to the Christian faith running in churches of all denominations in 147 countries. Nicky has written several best-selling books including: Why Jesus?, Questions of Life, and The Jesus Lifestyle. Having initially trained as a barrister, Nicky went on to be Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) – a large central London church – for 17 years. Nicky and his wife, Pippa, now work to support Alpha globally. They are also the authors of a daily Bible reading plan, ‘The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel’, which takes you through the whole Bible in 365 days and has over 9 million users. Nicky was awarded a CBE in the 2024 New Years Honours for services to the Church of England.

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Listen to Rev. Dr. Rob Fennell, an author, and Associate Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology at Atlantic School of Theology in Halifax, Nova Scotia, being interviewed by Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode, Rob talks about his influences and how God has always led and guided him through his life. In his role as a professor, he is now influencing the next generation of emerging leaders and helping to guide them in their call and vocation while pointing them to Jesus in a challenging society.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep11

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Rev. Dr. Rob Fennell is Associate Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology at Atlantic School of Theology (AST) in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is founding director of Camino Nova Scotia, AST’s social enterprise-based summer pilgrimage program. An ordained minister of The United Church of Canada and an author, Fennell is committed to encouraging the health and thriving of local churches and their leaders. 

His most recent books include 31 Short Spiritual Practices; Camino Close to Home; Following Jesus Today (editor); and (with Russ Daye) Turning Ourselves Inside Out: Thriving Christian Communities. He is always curious about the "new thing" the Holy Spirit might be doing.

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Listen to Gary L. Nelson, Chairman of Every Tribe, Every Nation being interviewed by veteran journalist Lorna Dueck. In this episode, they discuss how Scripture has played a central part in his life and work globally and how he is now helping to make God’s Word available in every person’s heart language. Gary has over forty years of senior and executive management experience including successful technology startups and executive roles with private and public corporations.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep10

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Gary L. Nelson has forty plus years of senior and executive management experience in domestic and international business. His experience includes successful technology start-ups and executive roles with private and public corporations. Gary has extensive experience in acquisitions and reorganization. He accomplished a life goal of retiring, for the first time, at age 49.

Ernst & Young (E&Y) honored Nelson as their technology Entrepreneur of the Year. His companies made the prestigious INC 500 four years in a row, Principle Financials Top Ten Best Private Companies and a current listing on NASDAQ. He served on the Presidents Council for Financial Literacy.

Gary currently serves as Chairman of Every Tribe Every Nation (ETEN) / illumiNations, The Nelson Family Foundation, and Mission Mutual.

In addition to start-ups and serving on numerous Boards, Gary enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs. His passions are Faith, Family, Community and Business.

Mr. Nelson resides in Edmond, Oklahoma with his wife of 46 years, Diana and a rescue dog, RomoBoy.

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Listen to Dr. Rosalee Velloso Ewell, a Brazilian theologian and Director of Church Relations for the United Bible Societies (UBS), being interviewed by Canadian Bible Society Ambassador, Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode, Rosalee shares about her incredible work with UBS and how their work in Bible translation, engagement, and publishing extends into church traditions. In her work, she has seen how Scripture meets people in culturally diverse ways, making communities so much richer, and bringing Scripture alive.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep9

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Rosalee Velloso Ewell is a Brazilian theologian who was born and raised in the city of São Paulo. For over 20 years she has worked with various ecumenical organizations and has been a champion of the Bible across denominations and cultures. Rosalee has a PhD in Biblical theology from Duke University (USA) and has taught theology in the United States, Brazil and the UK. She currently serves as Director of Church Relations for the United Bible Societies. Rosalee lives with her family in the very multicultural city of Birmingham, England.

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Listen to Rev. Dr. Connie denBok, Minister at St. Paul's United Church Brampton being interviewed by Canadian Bible Society Ambassador, Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode Connie talks about the undeniable encounter she had with God as a teenager, and how she discovered that the only One who would give her life purpose was Jesus Christ. She has since dedicated her life to helping others discover their purpose and the love of God through Scripture. She serves at St. Paul's United Church Brampton and also helps train and consult other congregations on church growth and development.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep8

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Connie denBok is minister of St. Paul’s United Church in Brampton, living an abiding passion for the health and faith of local congregations. She has taught as an adjunct professor at Tyndale University and Theological Seminary, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto, and Atlantic School of Theology. 

Her explorations of faith and vitality have included leading three church planting teams, sharing insights as a plenary speaker and leading workshops for United Church, Anglican, Evangelical, and ecumenical conferences, and being a columnist/writer for Faith Today, the United Church Observer, and other publications. 

Having discovered the joy of pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago many years ago, she includes at least one long trek a year to recover the blessed rhythm of breathing in step with God. She is involved in home renovations, and rehabilitation for dogs in her spare time! 

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Listen to Grace Fox, Author and Co-Director of International Messengers Canada, being interviewed by Joanna la Fleur. In this episode Grace talks about her life living on a boat with her husband and how it has opened up new opportunities to share their faith. Her passion for Scripture flows into her work as a popular author of weekly devotionals and Bible studies and she shares about her latest book, Names of God: Living Unafraid, and how that applies to us today.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep7

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Grace Fox lives her unconventional life on a boat with her sailor-husband, Gene, and is the empty nester mother of three married kids, grandma to thirteen of the planet’s cutest little people, and co-director of a missionary sending agency called International Messengers Canada.

Her passion for Scripture has led her to write a weekly devotional blog and devotional books and Bible studies, teach God’s Word at online and in-person events, and volunteer as a member of P31’s First 5 Bible study writing team.

After her morning devotional and work out each day,  Grace loves hosting come-and-go coffee times with friends and neighbour aboard her sailboat-home and hopes her writing and home may be a place where the weary-hearted find hope.

Learn more about Grace Fox: gracefox.com/about-grace 

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Listen to Arun Sok Nhep, who serves United Bible Societies as Head of Member Relations and Translation Roadmap Coordinator for Asia-Pacific being interviewed by seasoned journalist Lorna Dueck. In this episode, Arun shares his stories about growing up in Cambodia and surviving the Khmer Rouge genocide. While fleeing the country and finding himself in prison, he encountered another prisoner who gave him a Bible. This turning point in his life enabled him to encounter the love and forgiveness of God and directed him along a path that resulted in finishing the translation of the Bible for the people of Cambodia years later.

Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep6

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Born in a Buddhist family in Cambodia, Arun became Christian at the age of 17, following an encounter with the Bible. When the Communists took control of Cambodia in 1975, he escaped the country, arriving in France as a refugee. 

He earned degrees in Biblical Studies and Biblical languages from European Bible Institute in France and Regent College in Canada.

Arun served as a pastor in an Evangelical Church in France for 12 years. Later, he became the lead translator for the Khmer Standard Bible translation project, and later joined United Bible Societies as Program Consultant, based in Singapore.

In 2011, he moved to Cambodia to become Chief Executive for the Bible Societies in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. 

Today, Arun serves United Bible Societies as Head of Member Relations and Translation Roadmap Coordinator for Asia-Pacific.

Arun has been married to his wife Ruth, for 42 years and has two adult sons and two grandchildren.

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