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Church and MainWhat Is Ethical Evangelism? with DeDe Dollinger and CeCe Cernansky | Episode 238Can evangelism be done in a way that’s both ethical and inclusive? Denise Dollinger and Christina Cernansky, hosts of the podcast "Emissaries of Renewal," join me to discuss the nuances of ethical evangelism. DeDe and CeCe examine the concepts of radical hospitality and inclusivity in today’s religious context, advocating for a reimagined evangelism that prioritizes love and community over guilt and fear. Listen in as these two Episcopal seminarians challenge conventional practices of evangelism, encouraging Christians to envision a more inclusive and transformative approach to faith.
Emissaries of Renewal Podcast
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Emissaries of RenewalHow We Got Here: A Look at the Episcopal Evangelism SocietyThis month on "Emissaries of Renewal," join Denise (DeDe) and Christina (CC) as they explore the Episcopal Evangelism Society—EES! Founded in 1862, the EES started by supporting aspiring preachers through scholarships but has grown to include publishing, conferences, and the innovative "Evangelism for the Twenty-First Century" grant program (launched in 1998). CC and DeDe share how grateful they are to be among its recipients in 2024 and how this grant made the podcast possible. They share the experience of navigating the grant process and how their different approaches ultimately led to this podcast—a platform dedicated to discussing ethical and inclusive evan...2025-01-1511 minEmissaries of RenewalCrossroads of Faith: London’s Lessons on Church Growth and InclusionIn this episode of "Emissaries of Renewal," hosts Christina (CC) and Denise (DeDe) discuss ethical and inclusive evangelism by drawing on CC's experiences in London. They emphasize the importance of interfaith engagement, highlighting shared values and unity amidst diversity as foundational to ethical evangelism. A significant focus is placed on the Multiply 2024 seminar, which aims to discipline and empower young people for future church leadership. This sustainable approach prioritizes nurturing faith over simply counting conversions.CC's experiences culminate in a commitment to implement these insights in local contexts, underscoring that ethical evangelism fosters inclusive communities rather than...2024-12-1625 minEmissaries of RenewalOur Journey BeginsIn the introductory episode of the podcast "Emissaries of Renewal," hosts Christina (CC) and Denise (DeDe) embark on a journey exploring thoughtful and ethical evangelism. As seminarians at Bexley Seabury in Chicago, they share their diverse faith backgrounds and unique paths to the Episcopal Church. Christina expresses her enthusiasm as a Postulant for Holy Orders, while Denise highlights their involvement with the Episcopal Evangelism Society, aiming to present the Good News in innovative ways.Encouraging audience engagement, they invite listeners to participate in an evolving conversation, which fosters community. The episode hints at personal stories, including CC's...2024-11-1513 min
Entelechy Leadership StoriesWho's At Your Table?, with Christina CernanskyChristina says: "Let's breakdown the barriers of stigma and allow people to come out from the shadows of their struggles to thrive!"Christina is executive director with NAMI Wood River Valley, chapter of the National Alliance for Mental Illness.She is helping to breakdown the barriers of stigma. She helped her local affiliate to launch a StigmaFree campaign, a golf outing, Journey to Wellness art show, and biking for mental wellness community-wide bike events in the Wood River Valley in southern Idaho. Her proudest achievement was being the co-founder of the Bluebirds, teen support group. S...2020-09-2439 min