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Unwrapping Peace | Out of Sync Christmas With Kathy, Johan and Wendi


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Description

Hosts Wendi Park and Johan Heinrichs are joined by peace-loving expert Kathy Boschmann to explore the true meaning of peace. They delve into the counterfeit forms of peace, the importance of addressing societal issues, and the need for authentic, bold action. The episode encourages listeners to embrace the peace of Christ within and extend it to others, fostering restorative relationships and addressing societal challenges.

Timestamps

[04:06] Grew up in chaotic foster parent household.

[09:41] Dehumanization leads to conflict, unrest, and suffering.

[13:28] Bringing peace and learning together at work.

[15:20] Conflicting situations need bold, peaceful presence.

[19:20] Shalom promotes restoration and wholeness, active presence.

[21:41] Avoiding discomfort by hiding true self. Awkwardness at government and church meetings.

[26:37] Approach conflicts with a calm, leading presence.

[29:28] Choose battles wisely, foster creative dialogue.

[30:49] Encourage dialogue for peace despite differing worldviews.

Episodes Mentioned

Johan's Parents: Fostering Healing and Love

Kathy the Harmonizer

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Skip The Dinner-Double Your Impact

Skip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.

Right now, every year-end gift or pledge is DOUBLED by a generous donor, so your giving goes twice as far to help strengthen CareImpact’s work with churches and community partners across Canada.
Each donation will be matched before January 1, 2026.

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