The Art of Ministry - A Christian Creativity & Arts Podcast

Welcome to Episode 4 of 'The Japan Diaries', covering The Art of Ministry's visit to the wonderful country of Japan! 

This fourth episode covers a visit to the very artistic Universal Studios, home of Peanuts, Hello Kitty, Jaws, Minions, and much more.

Come with me as I walk through Super Nintendo World, visit Lucy's cafe table at Snoopy Restaurant, and watch plenty of "kabooms" go off in the Waterworld Arena. The whole time I'm asking... what is this place? And what lessons can I learn from this environment that can advance the gospel? 

One thing's for sure, this is a very unique place!

Look out for new episodes of 'The Japan Diaries' as they appear! 

God bless, Jon (AOM)

Come hear Jon & Lochy's other episodes here! - https://theartofministry.podbean.com/ 

Welcome to Episode 3 of 'The Japan Diaries', covering The Art of Ministry's visit to the wonderful country of Japan! 

This third episode covers our arrival in Nagoya, on a bullet train from Tokyo. Then it is off to the gigantic Nagoya Castle, with graceful deer feeding at the surrounding gardens. A visit is then made to Nagoya Legoland... yes, the land of coloured bricks... and taking in creative sculptures made entirely of Lego!  

The second part of the journey covered in this episode is taking in Kyoto, a place of wild bamboo wilderness areas, a scenic train ride through forested rivers, and the beauty of Kyoto Botanic Gardens. Truly the beauty of God's creation is on show. 

Look out for new episodes of 'The Japan Diaries' as they appear! 

God bless, Jon (AOM)

Come hear Jon & Lochy's other episodes here! - https://theartofministry.podbean.com/ 

Welcome to Episode 2 of 'The Japan Diaries', covering The Art of Ministry's visit to the wonderful country of Japan! 

This second episode covers the arrival in Tokyo (Japan), direct from Singapore. From there, it's an exploration of the beautiful cherry blossom trees, AI hotel workers, the Tokyo Sky Tower (so high!), the convenient 7/11 stores, exciting Electric Town, and then... a 300km/hr bullet train to Nagoya!

Hear the highlights of this second leg of the journey, including the Tokyo Museum - which houses some emotionally affecting Christian artifacts from the historical past. And, experience some further artistic highlights, including a subway system absolutely packed with cartoon-laden instructions!

Look out for new episodes of 'The Japan Diaries' as they appear! 

God bless, Jon (AOM)

Come hear Jon & Lochy's other episodes here! - https://theartofministry.podbean.com/ 

Welcome to Episode 1 of 'The Japan Diaries', covering The Art of Ministry's visit to the wonderful country of Japan! 

This first episode covers the flight and first stopover, Singapore, before the journey to Japan begins. Hear the highlights of this first leg of the journey, including a Singaporean church and sights of God's beautiful creation - both in real life & on Changi Airport ceilings! Also, a rooster that circles the hotel, crowing continually! 

Look out for new episodes of 'The Japan Diaries' as they appear! 

God bless, Jon (AOM)

Come hear Jon & Lochy's other episodes here! - https://theartofministry.podbean.com/ 

Greetings wonderful listeners, this is Jon from The Art of Ministry Podcast. 

Welcome to a trailer for something quite exciting; The Art of Ministry Podcast recently went to Japan, taking in such places as Tokyo, Kyoto and Electric Town... all culminating in a final journey to the World Expo Osaka! 

On the way, plenty of amazing art was seen, and some fascinating examples of Christian history in Japan. One of the questions I was interested in was: what can we learn from this very different culture about how they use the arts... and what might be some interesting possibilities for the church? 

So grab your rucksack and come along on a journey through Japan as we look at learnings that God has provided. I look forward to journeying with you very soon in 'The Japan Diaries'. 

Welcome everyone!

We have a special guest for today's episode, the amazing Andrew McDonough from Lost Sheep Books! 

Andrew has been writing and illustrating this book series for many years and they are a very special way of sharing the Bible with young people (and adults too!). This interview was an absolute pleasure and Lochy & myself were very excited to bring it to you. 

If you'd like to check out Lost Sheep Books, definitely go to this website! 

Lostsheep.com.au 

To check out the Zenos Kids App with Andrew's Lost Sheep contributions, head to:

Lostsheep.com.au/home/parents/

If you are in Australia, you can also find hard copy books at Koorong and other Christian bookstores! 

Koorong.com

Thank you for your continued support and listening,

God bless - Jon & Lochy (AOM Team)

It’s a story that shakes the very fabric of our being. In an unassuming corner of the Middle East walked a man who was more than he appeared. He made people question, he made people wonder, and he left a legacy that has endured for millennia.

Come along to The Mark Drama in Adelaide tonight! 

Event details: 

Date: Tuesday 14 Oct

Tickets Link: https://engageworkfaith.org.au/mark-drama/

(Please note: children under 8 may find some scenes confronting). 

Greetings! Lochy and I had a wonderful opportunity to interview David Lang about his new production, 'Mark Illuminated'. 

'Mark Illuminated' is a musical production based on Mark's account of the life of Christ in the Gospel of Mark. This is the first part, named "Who is this?" (Jesus' friends, Mark 4:41).

A really good story set to music, this production will be performed at three venues in Adelaide across August. These are: 

Fri 22 Aug 7:30pm - Trinity Church Adelaide

Sat 23 Aug 7:30pm - Broadview Baptist Church

Sun 24 Aug 3:00pm - Flinders Street Baptist

This is a FREE EVENT - but please RSVP at 

www.markilluminated.com/performances

We hope you enjoy the episode, and please get along to one of these performances for an unforgettable production of Marks' Gospel. 

Blessings, The Art of Ministry

Oooooooooyeah it's a big show today BECAUSE.... Freezedream is here! 

The Adelaide based electronic musician is making waves with his new album 'Lazarus'... but he's been innovating and creating in the electronic music field since being a young musician and setting challenges for himself in sound experimentation. 

We were blessed to have a fantastic chat with Nathan (Freezedream) about his new album 'Lazarus' and how he uses his music to show the wonder of God. 

You can find Nathan's music here: 

Enjoy the new episode! 

God bless, the AOM Crew (Jon + Lochy)

Hi! Jon here - just a quick PSA that Engage Work Faith (a group I work with) is holding a movie and discussion night in Adelaide, South Australia, for the new Bonhoeffer movie! 

It will be held at Capri Cinema. Full details about the movie and tickets can be found at the Engage Work Faith website:https://engageworkfaith.org.au/bonhoeffer-movie-night/

About the event: Dietrich Bonhoeffer is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating figures in world history - a man who was both a pastor/theologian as well as being caught up in an assassination plot against Hitler. Come join Engage Work Faith for a private screening of this new film, followed by a panel of experts discussing a controversial figure who, with courage and conviction, deals with complex moral decisions.

If you're in Adelaide, I hope to see you there! Until next episode (which very soon) - have a wonderful day and God bless,

Jon (The Art of Ministry Podcast)