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Modern Catholic FamilyCatholic Parenting with Grace and JoySend us a textWhat does it mean to be a seriously fun, faith-focused Catholic family? In this episode of Modern Catholic Family, Jim and Meghan Schubert sit down with John and Sandra Cryer, a couple whose journey through adoption, intentional parenting, and steadfast faith is both moving and relatable. From their family's unique beginnings to daily traditions like family dinner and dance parties, the Cryers share practical wisdom, vulnerability, and humor in how they raise teenagers to be rooted in Christ. Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned one, this episode is a p...2025-06-1044 min
Old Paths New StepsChurch History, Power, and Renewal: A reflection on our episode with Dr. Jerry SittserIn this episode, hosts Peter, Josh, and Malissa discuss their conversation with theologian Dr. Jerry Sittser. They explore how monasteries historically served their communities rather than existing in isolation, examine the relationship between church and state, and discuss how the church's true power comes from the Holy Spirit rather than political influence. The hosts reflect on what renewal looks like today—emphasizing local community engagement over large-scale metrics—and highlight the importance of mentoring and empowering others. They conclude by connecting these themes to stewarding our experiences for others' benefit, much like the New Testament letters compiled wisdom to help...2025-05-0528 min
Old Paths New StepsThe Role and the Gift of the Church in Challenging Times with guest Dr. Jerry SittserIn this episode, hosts Peter and Malissa welcome distinguished theologian, scholar, and author Dr. Jerry Sittser to explore Christianity's resilience through history's darkest moments. Dr. Sittser shares how the Benedictine monastic movement emerged during societal collapse and natural disasters in the 6th century, quietly preserving knowledge and faith for future generations. Through historical examples and personal stories, he discusses how Christians can maintain faithful presence while stewarding power responsibly in today's divided world. Drawing from his books, including "Resilient Faith," Dr. Sittser offers hope and practical wisdom for navigating current cultural challenges by learning from the church's past.2025-04-281h 00
Equipped with Chris BrooksProcessing Grief Redemptively with Jerry SittseryLosses come to every life and it can be hard to make sense of these heart-wrenching times. How do Christians handle death? Where do we begin on that difficult journey and what can we expect along the way? Author, professor and compassionate fellow traveler, Dr. Jerry Sittser will offer Biblical wisdom and comfort for grieving hearts. Today's resource: A Grace Disguised: How the Soul Grows through Loss Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture ...2025-04-1147 min
The Intentional Parents PodcastBlended Families, Divorce, Remarriage + Slowing Down (Interview with Jerry & Pat Sittser)We are privileged to sit and talk with Jerry and Pat Sittser today. If you don’t know this couple you are in for a treat. They deposit thoughtful and Godly wisdom about marriage and blended families. They share how blended families and marriage are incredible gifts while acknowledging the dynamics are complex. As you will hear from their stories today, they are passionate about serving each other, their grown kids, and their grandchildren. They have learned to ask themselves helpful questions to bring about the most fruit in their lives. Enjoy! Previous interviews wit...2024-08-141h 15
Companion PodcastJerry Sittser (Part 4 of 4)Jerry and Jonny conclude a four-part series of conversations on the lessons and perspectives we can gain from the history of the Church. Jerry ties it back together with a word of guidance around building communities of Jesus-followers that don’t move into isolation or over-accommodation.https://trinitychurchnottingham.org/companion2024-08-0100 min
Companion PodcastJerry Sittser (Part 3 of 4)Jonny Hughes in conversation with Dr. Jerry Sittser (Professor Emeritus of Theology and Senior Fellow at Whitworth University). This is the third instalment of a four-part conversation on how the history of the Church can inform and provide hope for our own faith and ministry practices.Jerry and Jonny discuss a variety of renewal movements in the history of the Church that rediscovered something that had been neglected—Monasticism, Mendicant movement, and the Reformation. Jerry suggests that perhaps rebuilding something from what God has grown in Christendom may be a good way forward....2024-08-0100 min
Companion PodcastJerry Sittser (Part 2 of 4)Jonny Hughes in conversation with Dr. Jerry Sittser (Professor Emeritus of Theology and Senior Fellow at Whitworth University). This is the second of a four-part conversation on how the history of the Church can inform and provide hope for our own faith and ministry practices.Jerry shares about a challenge that took place in the Church as it grew, where as people grew, the leadership had to ask the question of how to pursue formation, and a significant answer to this was a catechesis process. The Benedictine movement pursued a particular kind of formation, and how it...2024-08-0100 min
Companion PodcastJerry Sittser (Part 1 of 4)Jonny Hughes in conversation with Dr. Jerry Sittser (Professor Emeritus of Theology and Senior Fellow at Whitworth University). This is the first of a four-part conversation on how the history of the Church can inform and provide hope for our own faith and ministry practices. Jerry shares from Acts 15, a significant turning point, and adds contextual details about the movements within the early Church in the decades after the ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus. At the heart of the story of the Church in the New Testament is “the power of a transformed life.”2024-08-0100 min
Kerith Community Church PodcastLife from Death: A Conversation With Jerry Sittser - A Grace DisguisedLife from Death: A Conversation With Jerry Sittser - A Grace Disguised2024-07-2124 min
Bridgetown Audio PodcastRule of Life: Episode 2 with Dr. Jerry SittserIn episode two, we will explore the historical origins of the idea of a rule-of-life with Dr. Jerry Sittser and learn about what this has looked like throughout church history.
2024-04-0850 min
Good Hard Story PodcastEpiode 55: Hard-Fought Contentment: Integrating Our Losses into Wholeness with Jerry SittserAfter Katherine’s stroke nearly 16 years ago, she was desperate for a “survival guide”—some voice to offer real hope in the aftermath of such disorienting loss.
Jerry Sittser, the author of A Grace Disguised, was one of the few trustworthy resources she found after searching far and wide. Dr. Sittser became a bona fide member of the young suffering club when he lost his wife, mother, and young daughter in a catastrophic car accident. The lowest point in his life has developed an astoundingly robust faith and authentic joy.
Sounds like someone we could all learn...2024-03-0737 min
The Pastorate PodcastJerry L. Sittser On the Early Church “Third Way”, Re-introducing a Christian Imagination, and Navigating Grief through a Redemptive LensHow the Early Church Can Shape Our Faith TodayEvery pastor and church leader is navigating the challenge of making disciples in an increasingly post-Christian world. How can we learn from the early church’s resilience and faithfulness?In this episode, Jerry Sittser, professor emeritus at Whitworth University and author of Resilient Faith, joins Jason Ballard to explore the lessons of early Christianity. Jerry unpacks how the first Christians navigated a pagan culture, why discipleship—not cultural Christianity—defines true faith, and how the church can embrace a deeper, more resilient approach to following Jesus. He als...2024-02-261h 12
The Locker RoomEp. 30 - What Is The Will Of God? ft. Dr. Jerry SittserWe sit down with Dr. Jerry Sittser a professor emeritus of theology and senior fellow at Whitworth University. Jerry Sittser specializes in the History of Christianity, Christian Spirituality, and Religion in American Public Life. Students have voted him “Most Influential Professor” ten times. He has written nine books, among them “A Grace Disguised”, “The Will of God as a Way of Life”, and “Water from a Deep Well.” His latest book is the main focus of our discussion “Resilient Faith: How the Early Christian “Third Way” Changed the World.” This episode features hosts Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, and Tryg Veker.2024-02-071h 26
CaptivatedThe Paradise King with Blaine EldredgeStasi invites her son, author, and teacher, Blaine Eldredge, onto today’s podcast to talk about his new book The Paradise King. Blaine first shares a few stories of how he became a committed, passionate and “in process” follower of Jesus, and how his life’s journey led him to write this book. The Paradise King is a product of Blaine’s curiosity and quest to recover the story of God in the Bible, as well as his longing to share it with others in a relatable and historical narrative. Blaine reads an excerpt from his book, which transports us into a...2023-11-1545 min
Between Beauty & HeartacheEngaging My Story: Part Two"Heartache feels bigger, but even the tiniest bits of hope help me press on." When Chassie returned stateside after serving two years in ministry overseas, she started experiencing intense panic attacks. She had gone through anxiety before, but this time was different. Her body was telling her that things needed to change, and there had to be a better way to live and thrive, not just survive anymore. Listen in and find out what happened when Chassie attuned to her body's signals and the surprising resources she found that helped her take hold of healing. R...2023-10-1715 min
Depth Podcast194. Give God Praise Even As Your Heart Breaks -- Angie Green When you are walking through a hard season, do you struggle to be grateful? I know I do. I think it is very common to focus on the things we have lost and focus on the hard circumstances. If we are really honest, it is hard to see the little gifts God is providing in the middle of the big storm. But this is exactly what I want to talk with you about today. We are going to be highlighting the G in my STRENGTH acrostic from my book, Depth: Growing Through Heartbreak...2023-09-1146 min
Deeper - A ministry of Thomas Road Women's LifeEphesians 2: Redeeming, Refining, and Radical Grace This week, we interviewed Janet Martin, one of Flourish’s coaches who taught Ephesians 2. Ephesians 2 unpacks three aspects of God’s grace: Redeeming Grace, Refining Grace, and Radical Grace. When we accept His priceless gift of grace, redemption positions us to pivot in agreement with God’s refining work in us. And the end result – a radical grace which births unity and glory to God. There is no better way to display Jesus First in our lives than acknowledging the power of redeeming grace and standing together united to glorify God.Resources:The Messag...2023-09-0515 min
Depth Podcast193. Never Lose Sight of God's Grace -- Faith Griffin Sims Have you been following this series with my STRENGTH acrostic from my Depth Book? We have already covered S,T,R, & E and then we took a break for the one year birthday of the book. Now we are back to the acrostic and today we are going to cover N- Never Lose Sight of God’s Grace. It is interesting because when God dropped that STRENGTH acrostic in my mind on that bus ride, there were a couple letters that were harder to identify than others and the N was one of th...2023-09-0444 min
Joni and Friends Ministry PodcastHow to Grow through Significant Loss and Grief“It is not the experience of loss that becomes the defining moment of our lives, but how we respond to loss that matters.”Loss came suddenly for Jerry Sittser. In an instant, a tragic car accident claimed three generations of his family: his mother, his wife of 20 years, and his four-year-old daughter. Left as a single father to care for his three surviving children, Jerry was nearly overcome by the tremendous weight of grief.While most of us will probably not experience such a catastrophic loss in our lifetime, we will all face some sort of l...2023-08-0345 min
Unshakable Hope Podcast08. God's Goodness in the Heartache of Suicide. Beth WahlBeth shares how God's goodness comforted and sustained her family through the loss of her beautiful teenage son to suicide. She hands us hope in the tender descriptions of God's nearness and the selfless ways others cared for them in the first few years following Jason's passing.1 Thess. 4:11Lamentations 3:20-232 Corinthians 1:3-72 Corinthians 1:8-10Psalm 31:15Beth and her family received comfort from these books:A Grace Disguised by Jerry Sittser https://amzn.to/44sILMA (my affiliate links)...2023-07-0345 min
Real Talk with Tina and AnnCalm and Balance in the Heart of a TornadoSend us a textThis week’s episode is a little different as Tina and Ann discuss the cycle of life–Life's ups and downs and the simplicities and complexities of merely existing. Tina shares some of the most heartbreaking and simultaneous joyous times and a counselor’s reaction to her pain. Listen as the pair dissect a painfully real situation, the role of a counselor and what happens when we take on that tough role of caregiver for our parents. Ann discusses how the complexities of relationships can add to a death an...2023-06-2137 min
Thriving in BetweenMay I Walk With You? A Conversation with Kelli MonicalSend us a textIn this episode, Christina and Lori have a conversation with Kelli Monical (registered nurse, Stephen Ministry Leader, etc.) about how we can effectively walk WITH someone during times of sorrow, tragedy, (and other difficult struggles). Mentioned on the podcast:https://www.stephenministries.org/stephenministry/default.cfm/917?mnbsm=1.https://a.co/d/9t7fJfL. The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rodgers by Maxwell Kinghttps://a.co/d/15VhULD. A Grace Disguised by Jerry SittserAuthor Max Lucado quote 2023-05-251h 03
Áudios – Rede Novo Tempo de ComunicaçãoOração persistente
Lucas 18:1 – Jesus contou aos Seus discípulos uma parábola, para mostrar-lhes que eles deviam orar sempre e nunca desanimar.
Quantas vezes você seria capaz de tocar a campainha até ser atendido? Você chama pelo telefone até a linha cair? Insiste se a linha estiver ocupada? Não gostamos de insistir. Queremos nos valer de posição social ou de relacionamentos para ter nossos pedidos atendidos prontamente. Queremos ser clientes preferenciais em todos os lugares, sem filas ou esperas, e que nossos pedidos sejam atendidos no tempo e da maneira como desejamos.
Por outro lado...2023-04-2500 min
SFSAZThe Church is Dying!!…or is it? Season 4: Episode 8Join Ted and Gray as they interview Church historian and scholar Jerry Sittser and explore what we can learn from the early church that is helpful for contextualizing what is happening today. Also, listen closely to get Jerry’s great recipe for a green smoothie.2023-04-1100 minSFSAZThe Church is Dying!!…or is it? Season 4: Episode 8Join Ted and Gray as they interview Church historian and scholar Jerry Sittser and explore what we can learn from the early church that is helpful for contextualizing what is happening today. Also, listen closely to get Jerry’s great recipe for a green smoothie.2023-04-1100 minThriving in BetweenSafe Spaces. A Conversation with Mandi PiersonSend us a textIn this episode, Lori and Christina chat with mental health expert Mandi Pierson about Trauma Informed Care and the importance of creating safe spaces for individuals (and ourselves).---------------------------------------------------------------------------Mentioned in the podcast:Window of Tolerance Dan Siegel. https://drdansiegel.com.A Grace Disguised by Jerry Sittser. https://a.co/d/8yyqqGN.https://porchlightcolumbus.com/.Liturgy of the Ordinary. https://tishharrisonwarren.com/liturgy-of-the-ordinary.Thrivinginbetween.com @thriving_in_between2023-04-111h 18