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Tangible: Theology Learned and LivedRaising Kids in a World of Digital Sexuality - DCE Caitlin Dinger, Dr. Rick Marrs, and Dr. Joel Oesch Is social media changing the factors that contribute to the formation of sexual identity? Join this discussion between three church workers as they share their experiences working with tech-savvy youth. 2024-10-1535 min
Redeemer ConnectsA.I. w/ Dr. Joel Oesch | Episode 104 On this episode of the podcast, Pastors Caleb and Sam are joined by special guest, Dr. Joel Oesch. Dr. Oesch is a return guest on the podcast and this time, we're talking about Artificial Intelligence and it's quick development in our society. What is it, what are the implications, do we have anything to fear? Ultimately, what does this mean for us in our understanding of what it means to be human. 2023-08-1557 min
The Coffee Hour from KFUO RadioConsumerism: Crosswise Institute at Concordia IrvineDr. Joel Oesch — Professor of Theology, Director of Graduate Programs for Christ College, and Executive Director of Crosswise Institute at Concordia University Irvine (CUI), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about Crosswise Institute at CUI, why they offer a program that engages high school students in critical thinking, the exciting topic that will be covered this summer, and how students can attend. Learn more and register at cui.edu/crosswise.2022-03-0913 min
Redeemer ConnectsPart 1 Crossing Wires | Episode 056 Join Pastors Sam and Caleb as we continue Season 7 of The Table. Our theme will be "Book Club" and we will read and discuss 7 total books every other week during the summer months. We would love for you to purchase any or all of the books and read along with us in preparation for our discussion on that particular book. On Part 1 of today's episode, we begin our conversation on "Crossing Wires: Making Sense of Technology, Transhumanism, and Christian Identity" by Dr. Joel Oesch. We are also joined for the third time on The Table podcast, by...2021-08-1241 minRedeemer ConnectsPart 2 Crossing Wires | Episode 056 Join Pastors Sam and Caleb as we continue Season 7 of The Table. Our theme will be "Book Club" and we will read and discuss 7 total books every other week during the summer months. We would love for you to purchase any or all of the books and read along with us in preparation for our discussion on that particular book. On Part 2 of today's episode, we continue our conversation on "Crossing Wires: Making Sense of Technology, Transhumanism, and Christian Identity" by Dr. Joel Oesch. We are also joined for the third time on The Table podcast, by...2021-08-1257 min
Campfire Conversations - Camp ArcadiaJoel Oesch: What Does It Mean to be Human - Transhumanism & FaithCampfire Conversations is a unique podcast brought to you by Camp Arcadia in Arcadia, Michigan. The campfire has always been a space that allows us to slow down and talk about what truly matters. And that’s what this podcast is all about. Listen in on this stimulating discussion with Joel Oesch, Professor of Theology with Concordia University Irvine. Let's dig in to the topics of the Christian life within an ever advancing world and where our piece fits amid the crazes of media and ...2021-04-0151 min
Redeemer ConnectsTranshumanism Part 2 with Dr. Joel Oesch | Episode 040 You're grabbing drinks with a friend after work when all of a sudden, they say, "If I could put my mind into a robot to live forever, I totally would. One day soon, I'm going to be able to fly around like a cyborg or like Iron Man!" How do you respond? Do you just write them off as a little too lost in the comic book or superhero world? In fact, will these things ever actually be possible?Join Pastors Caleb and Sam and special return guest, Dr. Joel Oesch from Concordia University Irvine, for Part 2...2020-10-1549 minRedeemer ConnectsTranshumanism Part 1 with Dr. Joel Oesch | Episode 039 You're grabbing drinks with a friend after work when all of a sudden, they say, "If I could put my mind into a robot to live forever, I totally would. One day soon, I'm going to be able to fly around like a cyborg or like Iron Man!" How do you respond? Do you just write them off as a little too lost in the comic book or superhero world? In fact, will these things ever actually be possible?Join Pastors Caleb and Sam and special return guest, Dr. Joel Oesch from Concordia University Irvine, for Part 1...2020-10-1341 min
Theology in MotionCovid-19: Incarnation, Excarnation, and Worship (Oesch)In this conversation with Rev. Dr. Joel Oesch we explore: 1. the opportunities and challenges of online worship during the Covid-19 lockdown, 2. what we can learn for the future of the church, 3. the theological implications of incarnations and digital excarnation in worship. If shownotes do not appear follow this link: https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/show/theologyinmotion/id/150677782020-07-0257 min
Redeemer ConnectsLooking For Community In An Online World with Dr. Joel Oesch | Episode 026 Join Pastors Sam and Caleb and special guest, Dr. Joel Oesch, for their conversation on how we might be able to find authentic and genuine community in a world that has suddenly been forced to operate primarily online. Is that even possible? What do we miss from not being physically present together? Should church and other community groups begin to exist exclusively online and virtually? How has this crisis rewired our habits and rituals for both good and bad? On this episode, we wrestle with these questions and more during our conversation from our Facebook Live video. ...2020-04-2855 min
Protect Your NogginS2E10 The Liberal Arts in Christian Higher EducationCan the principles we promote on this show be applied within Christian education? While it isn't always easy, one longstanding way to do so is through the liberal arts, especially in the context of church-related higher education. Guests Joel Oesch (theology) and Daniel Deen (philosophy), two colleagues from Jeff's university (Concordia University, Irvine) discuss the difficulties and opportunities for critical thought in liberal arts institutions. Stacie is out of town this week, and Jeff will be traveling to Dallas, so we are shifting the schedule slightly. Next episode will return to our discussion of the teachings of J...2020-03-0157 min
Theology in MotionChurch Goers Throughout History (Mueller, Oesch)The Christian Church has a long and interesting history, with different events marking new periods of how the church relates to the culture, and how individuals relate to the church. In this episode of "Theology in Motion" i sat down with Dr. Steve Mueller and Dr. Joel Oesch to talk about the many reasons Christians have "gone to church" through the centuries. We discuss the persecuted-church, the institutional church, the church of the Reformation, what's essential, and the importance of community.2019-06-0156 min
Thinking FellowsTranshumanism and the Crosswise InstituteToday, the Fellows have Dr. Joel Oesch on to define and discuss transhumanism and its importance. Transhumanism is defined by Dr. Oesch as a movement of people committed to using technology to further the human race in profound ways. In most iterations, Transhumanism is viewed as the next great step of human evolution. The Crosswise Institute is designed to educate and challenge high school students about important cultural and theological questions. This year they will host a summer experience for high school students surrounding the topic of transhumanism. The Thinking Fellows are giving away ten spots to the Institute follo...2017-04-1920 minThinking FellowsTranshumanism and the Crosswise InstituteToday, the Fellows have Dr. Joel Oesch on to define and discuss transhumanism and its importance. Transhumanism is defined by Dr. Oesch as a movement of people committed to using technology to further the human race in profound ways. In most iterations, Transhumanism is viewed as the next great step of human evolution. The Crosswise Institute is designed to educate and challenge high school students about important cultural and theological questions. This year they will host a summer experience for high school students surrounding the topic of transhumanism. The Thinking Fellows are giving away ten spots to the Institute follo...2017-04-1920 min
Reconnect43. Is Smoking Sinful?Wil Hunemuller wrote a blog post entitled, “Smoking to the Glory of God”. I shared it to my Facebook page, Contradict – They Can’t All Be True. The comment section exploded! Many Christians on my page argued that smoking is a sin. The arguments that smoking is addictive and harmful to one’s health were the two most recurring arguments to support the sinfulness of smoking. The verse that was often cited for smoking being a sin due to the bodily harm it is known to cause was 1 Corinthians 6:19, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spi...2016-01-261h 01