How should Christians engage with the pro-life and pro-choice conversation in a way that reflects both faith and reason alongside reference to the Bible and theology? In this video, we explore different Christian perspectives on this deeply personal and ethical issue, considering how Scripture, theology, and science shape beliefs. Rather than reinforcing division, we seek a thoughtful, compassionate approach that moves beyond the usual arguments. Can people of faith find common ground? How do science, ethics, and biblical interpretation influence these views? If you're interested in Christian faith, open-minded theological discussions, and ethical questions, this video is for you. Join the conversation as we navigate faith, morality, and complex ethical issues with grace and understanding.

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👀 Elizabeth is the director of the Boston Faith & Justice Network. Check out their resources here:

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#ChristianFaith #ProLife #ProChoice

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

This Theology Lab video looks at what it means to be Gay and Christian from two different views. Moreover, it considers what friendship and church looks like across differences. In this respectful and thoughtful conversation, authors and faith leaders Sally Gary and Gregory Coles share two distinct perspectives on LGBTQ+ identity, Christian faith, and the Bible. This video is ideal for those exploring theological learning, curious faith, and more nuanced conversations around sexuality within the church. Perfect for folks looking for a different kind of conversation being gay, Christianity, and the church, or those looking to engage Scripture and identity with honesty, compassion, and depth. If you're navigating questions of faith, sexuality and how two thoughtful Christians who care about the Bible and deep thinking life speak into these topics, this video offers a space for thoughtful reflection and respectful dialogue.

Check out Greg's book, Single, Gay Christian: https://www.gregorycoles.com/book-single-gay-christian/

Check out Sally's book, Affirming: https://www.eerdmans.com/9781467460880/affirming/

Check out Sally's organization: https://www.centerpeace.net/about

#GayAndChristian #LGBTQ

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

In this Theology Lab conversation with author and activist Shane Claiborne (Red Letter Christians) looks at the Bible explores the tensions between Christian faith, war, politics, and justice and more. What does it mean to follow Jesus and engage the Christian scriptures in a world of violence and division? Can Christians support peace while engaging in public life? This video is perfect for those pursuing theological learning, nurturing a curious faith, or rethinking how Scripture, justice, and politics intersect. It also engages questions about using social media critically. Ideal for both evangelical Christians and post-evangelicals, for justice-minded believers, and anyone exploring a deeper, more nuanced Christian faith.

#ShaneClaiborne #ChristianFaith #TheologyAndPolitics

Follow Shane's group, Red Letter Christians: https://redletterchristians.org/

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

Rev. Tammy Swanson-Draheim is the president of the Evangelical Covenant Church. In this Theology Lab interview she answers questions about how she navigates conflict within her leadership role, how she works to build trust amidst conflict and challenging relationships. She also reflects on other pressing questions, like how to respond to the rise in Christian Nationalism and how this church tradition handles biblical or scriptural interpretation -- how do we understand the Bible as God's word to us alongside our imperfect interpretations of Scripture?

She is the first woman to serve as the president of the Evangelical Covenant Church. The conversation is moderated by Pastor Meghan DeJong.

#faithleadership #conflictsolutions #churchleadership

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

In this Theology Lab video podcast with Matthew Soerens of World Relief, we look at how Christian faith, the Bible, and public policy intersect in the ongoing immigration debate. What does the Bible say about welcoming the stranger? How should followers of Jesus engage immigration with both truth, justice and compassion? This conversation is ideal for those interested in theological learning, curious faith, and rethinking immigration from a Christian perspective. Perfect for viewers exploring Scripture, God’s heart for justice, and navigating politics and faith in a more nuanced, compassionate way.

#ImmigrationAndFaith #WorldRelief #immigrationdebate

Learn more about World Relief here, and help support the work that Matt is doing to help resettle refugees: https://worldrelief.org

Welcoming the Stranger, Jenny Yang and Matthew Soerens: https://worldrelief.org/welcoming-the-stranger/

Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

This is the second installment in Theology Lab's Critical Conversations series. In this session, Lanhee Chen (fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, former chief policy advisor for Mit Romney's 2012 presidential campaign, and former member of the George W. Bush administration) and Yi-An Huang (the City Manager of Cambridge, Massachusetts, engage in a conversation about politics, faith, and friendship. This topic addresses: politics and difference, the challenges and opportunities of political engagement, how faith informs one's approach to politics and issues of political conflict, and how faith informs our approach to relationships that can help navigate political differences.

The Theology Lab series will continue this year will interviews with Shane Claiborne, Sally Gary, Kellie Carter Jackson, Gregory Coles, and others.

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#politics #christianity

Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

The YouTube version (with subtitles) of this interview with Stanley Hauerwas and Jonathan Tran: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbJaZ5B9Iug

In this interview with Stanley Hauerwas, named by Time Magainze as "the best theologian" in America, and Jonathan Tran, author of Asian Americans and the Spirit of Racial Capitalism, two theologians offer their perspectives on how Christians engage in political life as Christians. This interview covers topics such as faith and theology, Scripture, how Christians might approach voting, political parties, baptism as a way of life and a marker of polity, and the meaning of truth telling, honesty, and faithfulness in public life.

Check out Jonathan Tran's book, Asian Americans and the Spirit of Racial Capitalism: https://www.amazon.com/Americans-Spirit-Capitalism-REFLECTION-RELIGION/dp/0197617913

Stanley Hauerwas's, the Peaceable Kingdom: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268015541/the-peaceable-kingdom/

#Hauerwas #church #politics

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

Welcome to a new season of Theology Lab: Critical Conversations - Conflict, Disagreement & Christ-centered Community. This series explores topics that tend to divide Christians, like abortion, LGBTQ+ and same-sex relationships and the church, politics and family dynamics. We have guests like Shane Claiborne, Stanley Hauerwas, Sally Gary, Kellie Carter Jackson and many more!

#theology #scripture #lgbtq #church

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

In this Theology Lab podcast, Notre Dame theologian David Cloutier introduces viewers to Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected Pope and head of the Roman Catholic church. Prof. Cloutier introduces us to Pope Leo XIV, the significance of his choice of name (Leo) and some things to expect in his papacy. The conversation also touches on his American roots and American politics. Whether you’re curious about Catholic social teaching, the history of Christian faith, or how theology and culture shape the Church’s mission today, this conversation offers rich insights.

Check out David's award winning book, The Vice of Luxury: https://press.georgetown.edu/Book/The-Vice-of-Luxury

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Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

This episode features Dean Dennis Edwards, New Testament Professor and dean of North Park Theological Seminary. In this final episode in Highrock's Black Theology course, Dennis speaks to the dynamic nature of Black faith and its endurance over time. He also addresses resistance to the idea of Black Lives Matter and shows how a focus on the particularity of Black lives leads us to greater concern for justice everywhere.

This episode is part of Highrock Church's Black Theology Class. Email [email protected] to learn more. Here's a free discussion guide: https://live-highrock-network.pantheonsite.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DiscussionGuideBlackTheology2022v2-1.pdf

If you (or your small group) use this resource, we'd love to know! Email Scott @ [email protected]

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Check out a co-edited volume by Dr. Edwards, Do Black Lives Matter? here: https://www.revdrdre.com/do-black-lives-matter#:~:text=This%20volume%20is%20a%20collection,of%20Scripture%20to%20this%20resilience.

Podcast includes original music ("Imagination") written by Dean Payla, produced by PALA.

#theology #BlackLivesMatter #BlackTheology #ChristianFaith #biblestudy