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Oakham Church PodcastThe ancient art of winning…In this episode we briefly look at how Jesus as our LIGHT is good news for anyone feeling like they’re in a losing battle…2022-07-2710 minOakham Church PodcastHallelujah PSALMSIn this special episode we dig into what the Psalms are (and what they’re for) with an additional reading of the ‘hallel’ from the Message.2022-07-2014 minOakham Church PodcastWhat’s holding you back?In this episode we look at 2 examples ,from Acts 8, of what might be holding us back and why.2022-07-1320 minOakham Church PodcastThe Jesus hermeneutic?!…In this episode we look at the theme of judgement and ask how does Jesus view things…2022-07-0617 minOakham Church PodcastWetsuits, FOMO and imposter syndrome…In this episode we look at the issue of security within a world of insecurity. Asking ‘What can Jesus teach us?’2022-06-2917 minOakham Church PodcastAre you a loser?In this episode we look at some biblical examples of our obsession with winning and what Jesus says to counteract that…2022-06-2210 minOakham Church Podcast[BONUS EPISODE] A rebel’s guide to joy…In this bonus episode we hear the letter to the church in Philippi (but maybe not like you’ve ever heard it before!)2022-06-1509 minOakham Church PodcastBold claims, charcoal fires, and the truth about failure…In this episode we see that the question isn’t ‘will I fail?’ but ‘how will I respond to failure?’2022-06-0824 minOakham Church PodcastComparison, competition, and the crisis of identity…In this episode we look at the issue of where our sense of identity truly comes from.2022-06-0115 minOakham Church PodcastEmpathy leakage?Looking at how Jesus acts/reacts to the needs of others in Matthew 142022-05-2518 minOakham Church PodcastGod is CLOSER than you think…Garden thoughts and musings from the miraculous catch of fish story from John 212022-05-1825 minOakham Church PodcastHow’s your ‘empathy muscle’?In this episode we look at the dangers of comparison and competition and how they can dull our ability to show empathy.2022-05-1220 minOakham Church PodcastThe many, the few, and the ONE…This episode we explore the dangers of busyness and distraction and unpack the importance of righteousness.2022-05-0416 minOakham Church PodcastMotivations, energy, and why we do what we do…In the final episode of the series, we ask one more time, “what’s really important?”2022-04-2717 minOakham Church PodcastAre you a ‘nine’ or are you a ‘one’?As we pick up our series asking “What really matters?” we explore how we read/hear/see ourselves within a story from Luke…2022-04-2016 min
Connecting Out LoudHow the Domestic Church Helps Promote the Faith with Bishop Stephen ParkesBishop Stephen Parkes of the Diocese of Savannah shares how lay people can help to promote the faith. We particularly discuss couples' roles and the domestic church in helping not only their children but also their larger communities (including priests). We also discuss shared past moments and his vision for the Diocese of Savannah...Click here to learn more about the Diocese of Savannah...Download my free E-book "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage" in order to enhance your own domestic church and strengthen the community around you. 2022-04-2042 minOakham Church PodcastA very strange dinner party…A dramatic reading of a section of the Holy Week narrative.2022-04-1314 minOakham Church PodcastLent descent #6In our final episode of Jonah we explore Jonah’s motives and ask ourselves “Who’s story am I believing?”2022-04-0722 minOakham Church PodcastLent descent #5In this episode of our Lent journey we explore the difference between being ‘over-turned’ and ‘turned-over’ and the surprising response of the Ninevites…2022-03-3019 minOakham Church PodcastLent descent #4This episode explores MOTIVE. Why does Jonah act/react the way that he does? Why do we?2022-03-2317 minOakham Church PodcastLent descent #3As we continue our ‘dive’ into the book of Jonah, we explore the mysterious gender-changing fish and how maybe the ‘storms’ and ‘fish’ are here to save us…2022-03-1614 minOakham Church PodcastLent descent #2Join us as we continue digging into the book of Jonah and asking what his story can teach us about the WHOLE story (as well as OUR story)2022-03-0920 minOakham Church PodcastLent descent #1During Lent 2022 we will be exploring and unpacking the book of Jonah. Asking what can this ancient story teach us about life today?2022-03-0221 minOakham Church PodcastThe lost art of connection and what really makes the world go around…As we continue to ask ‘what’s really important?’ we explore a story in Acts 32022-02-2316 minOakham Church PodcastHow and why we answer the question…In this episode we continue to ask “What’s really important?” as we look at different people’s responses and reactions2022-02-1619 minOakham Church PodcastThe art of missing the point…As we continue to ask the question ‘what’s really important?’ we dig into (pun intended) a well-known story from Luke 2 in this episode.2022-02-0912 minOakham Church PodcastHow to train your elephant and the stories we tell ourselves…This episode unpacks the epic catch from Luke 5 and explores why Peter reacts the way he does.2022-02-0218 minOakham Church PodcastThe miracle catch and the movement of see/like/want/need…In this new season we will explore the story of the epic catch of fish (John 21) and what it can teach us about “What’s really important?”2022-01-2619 minOakham Church PodcastRead, Think, Pray, Live…BONUS EPISODE where you’re invited to join in an ancient practice2022-01-1918 minOakham Church PodcastHotel Rwanda, the armour of God, and how to stand…In our final episode of season 6 we unpack the encouragement and warning Paul gives to the Ephesians and us today.2022-01-1222 minOakham Church PodcastHexagonal skylights, foundational relationships and the story of God…In this episode we tackle, arguably, one of the most abused & mis-used passages in the bible. Buckle up!2022-01-0515 minOakham Church PodcastLiving a life of worship…After our Advent break we’re back to exploring the themes of grace & peace in the letter to the Ephesians. This episode, Paul describes the power of worship.2021-12-2912 minOakham Church PodcastAdvent JOY: The overwhelming difference between happiness and joy…In this episode we explore the ‘overwhelming joy’ of the Magi and ask what that can mean for us today.2021-12-1510 minOakham Church PodcastAdvent LOVE: The ‘top-down’ view and how to be a worshipper instead of a worrier…In the 3rd episode of our Advent break we take a case study of Mary as our positive example of a life of LOVE.2021-12-0816 minOakham Church PodcastAdvent PEACE: Raging storms and the ancient art of kintsugi…In our second week of Advent we look at what the ‘Prince of Peace’ means for the world inside and outside of our ‘boats’.2021-12-0116 minOakham Church PodcastAdvent HOPE: Celebrating the arrival of the King…During our mini Advent break from Ephesians, we look at Psalm 72 and unpack the theme of backwards/forwards hope.2021-11-2417 minOakham Church PodcastIdentifying your soil, dark versus light, and the trap of the sweet rice…Looking at Ephesians 5 we explore the differences between hearing with our head and heart, seeing what’s pleasing to God (not us) and the effects light has on darkness.2021-11-1719 minOakham Church PodcastWhat are you wearing?In this section of Ephesians we look at the causes of a hard-heart and explore Paul’s three-part process of putting off, renewal, and putting on.2021-11-1017 minOakham Church PodcastUnity, diversity, maturity… and the greatest of these is love!We start to shift our attention from core BELIEFS to core PRACTICES as we read from Ephesians 4:1-162021-11-0316 minOakham Church PodcastHow your “nothing” can actually be “everything”…In this episode we look at Paul’s prayer for being filled with fullness of “immeasurably more”2021-10-2715 minOakham Church PodcastThe mystery of unity and the gospel according to Kanye West…This episode looks at Ephesians 3 and the mystery that is revealed to us by/through Christ. How church is about unity not uniformity.2021-10-2013 minOakham Church PodcastBreaking down ‘dividing walls’ and the peace-filled power of mayonnaise…In this episode we explore the meaning of Ephesians 2:14-15 and unpack just how the two can become one.2021-10-1318 minOakham Church Podcast“The light has come to take back everything the darkness stole…”We look at how the darkness of Ephesians 2 acts as a backdrop to draw attention to the light of God’s grace and love.2021-10-0613 minOakham Church PodcastThe glorious gospel of the “and yet”…In Ephesians 2 Paul makes all these contrasting statements about who we were and who we are (becoming). This is the pattern of grace!2021-09-2917 minOakham Church PodcastFrom Paul’s lips to your streets…In this episode we get to basics. The text IS the teaching. So sit back and take in all of Ephesians in one go!2021-09-2219 minOakham Church PodcastThe freedom of predestination & the election of free-will…In our next look at Ephesians 1 we begin to unpack the baggage from themes like ‘the elect’ seeing that it’s better than we think!2021-09-1618 minOakham Church PodcastGRACE & PEACE: How you can live a sent life…In this new series we begin to unpack Paul’s letter to the Ephesians and ask “Am I am apostle?”2021-09-0817 minOakham Church PodcastThe absence is where the presence is and the resurrection of hope…In the final episode in the series “Who do you say that I am?” we look at the Emmaus story and how Jesus is the resurrection.2021-09-0114 minOakham Church PodcastThe truth about shepherding and the call to be ‘sheep-shepherds’…In this episode of the summer series asking “Who do you say that I am?” we unpack Jesus’ statement that he is the good shepherd.2021-08-2510 minOakham Church Podcast[BONUS EPISODE] Musings and music with a VERY special guest…In this episode we ask “who do YOU say that Jesus is?” and talk about being a tween in 20212021-08-1716 minOakham Church PodcastThe word is light and the light is life…In this episode of the ‘who do you say I am?’ summer series, we unpack and explore another of Jesus’ “I AM” statements.2021-08-1110 minOakham Church PodcastThe gateway to being love, free, and fully human…In this episode of ‘who do you say I am?’ we explore how Jesus describes himself as “the gate” and what that means for us.2021-08-0310 minOakham Church PodcastWhat it means to rely daily on God, and the miracle of carbs from heaven…In this summer series “Who do you say I am?” we take a look at the “I am” statement from Jesus and what this means for how we live today.2021-07-2911 minOakham Church PodcastQuestions, awkward silences, and the best baptism ever!In this summer series, we ask the question that Jesus asked his original disciples… “Who do you say I am?” as we explore what this means for OUR identity…2021-07-2112 minOakham Church PodcastThe ‘blame game’ vs the ‘real game’…What are the effects & consequences of making excuses for ourselves, blaming others or blaming God?2021-07-1412 minOakham Church PodcastHow to conquer the conquerors… and it’s not with the next fruit-based product!In this final episode of the metamorphosis series, we look at the idea of conqueror and the empty promises that we can sometimes put our hope in.2021-07-0714 minOakham Church PodcastFrancis Spufford, the Apostle Paul, and how privilege will only get you so far…This episode looks at Romans 7 and how all the pedigree and training can’t save you from yourself!2021-06-3018 minOakham Church PodcastWhat on earth pleases God?!In this last look at Ephesians in our METAMORPHOSIS series, we dig into the opening passage and look at what brings God pleasure…2021-06-2310 minOakham Church PodcastNow THAT’S what Paul calls church!In this episode of METAMORPHOSIS we unpack Ephesians 4 and attempt to see ‘church’ with new eyes…2021-06-1608 minOakham Church PodcastThe beautiful mystery of being unqualified…In this episode of METAMORPHOSIS we dig a bit deeper into Paul’s mission statement and his invitation into a new way of seeing/being.2021-06-0912 minOakham Church PodcastJesus turns over the executive table at Pixar…In the first look at Ephesians in our METAMORPHOSIS series, we explore how Jesus removes the barriers that we set up.2021-06-0212 minOakham Church PodcastBatman, Ironman & Paul walk into a church in Crete…In this episode of METAMORPHOSIS, we look at what DC & Marvel can teach us about the Apostle Paul and ourselves.2021-05-2613 minOakham Church PodcastIn the garden with a message for Titus…In this episode of the Metamorphosis series, we read/hear the transformative words of Paul to his ‘son’ Titus.2021-05-1908 minOakham Church PodcastThoughts on Philippians from ‘the street’ and a Cistercian monk…In this episode of our METAMORPHOSIS series we hear excerpts from Philippians on life, death, love, incarnation, and what it means to be a Jesus-person for the sake of the world.2021-05-1210 minOakham Church PodcastGreat love, great suffering, and self-emptiness (in order to be filled)…This episode begins our look at Paul’s letter to the Philippians. Asking what can the life/example of Christ teach us about our own life and love?2021-05-0510 minOakham Church PodcastHow NOT to cross the gap, calling Abram, and the end of elitism…In this episode of the METAMORPHOSIS series, we begin to unpack the themes of calling, chosen-ness, and Paul’s invitation to end tribal-thinking.2021-04-2816 minOakham Church PodcastThe colossal Colossians poem...In this episode on METAMORPHOSIS, we begin to unpack the opening section of Paul’s letter to the Colossians2021-04-2115 minOakham Church PodcastIt’s the end of the world... as we know it.In this episode of the METAMORPHOSIS series, we tackle the difficult apocalyptic language in 1 Thessalonians 4.2021-04-1420 minOakham Church PodcastKeep on doing what you’re doing!In our next look at 1 Thessalonians, we read the Message version of the letter and focus on being grateful for each other.2021-04-0715 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [REUNION] Good Friday/Easter SundayIn this 7th episode of Lent, we look at the final ‘word’ of Jesus and relive the passion story in a new way...2021-03-3119 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [TRIUMPH] Palm SundayIn this 6th episode of Lent we look at Jesus’ words “It is finished” and how that isn’t a declaration of defeat, but a tale of triumph...2021-03-2418 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [DISTRESS] Thirsty?In this 5th episode of Lent we explore the effects of thirst and use a case study on thirsting from some desert-wandering ex-slaves...2021-03-1714 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [ABANDONMENT] the gritty a real truth...In this 4th episode of Lent we look at the very real feeling of abandonment, and what we can learn from the Psalms and the life of Jesus, on how to journey through it.2021-03-1020 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [Relationships] family responsibility & flipping tables.In this 3rd episode of Lent we look at the importance that Jesus puts on family RELATIONSHIPS and family RESPONSIBILITIES.2021-03-0321 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [Salvation] tree-hanging & tree-climbing.In the second week of Lent we explore the difference between the 2 sides of the cross and a story about a ‘very little man’...2021-02-2424 minOakham Church PodcastFamous Last Words: the end is the beginning [Forgiveness] Ash Wednesday...This episode begins our Lent side-series that focuses on what we can learn from the last words of Jesus from the cross.2021-02-1709 minOakham Church PodcastThe first ‘email’ in the Thessalonians’ inbox...Today we read/hear Rob Lacey’s “The Street Bible” re-telling of this ancient letter about transformation.2021-02-1011 minOakham Church PodcastPaul, Philemon, freedom, family, and coffee...An informal chat (with a very special guest) about the themes that stand out in this weird little letter, from Paul (in prison), to his friend, Philemon.2021-02-0319 minOakham Church PodcastMETAMORPHOSIS: Gratitude, Honouring, Seeing, and What now?...A recap on the introduction to our new series, plus a full reading of the letter to Philemon.2021-01-2717 minOakham Church PodcastChurch as people, announcement, and priests...In this episode we recap our 3rd (and final) look at Reclamation AND we preview our new series METAMORPHOSIS.2021-01-2032 minOakham Church PodcastDoing what’s good in our own eyes and how to reclaim STORY...In this second episode of our reclamation series we look at the power of the STORY2021-01-1328 minOakham Church PodcastReclaiming FAITH in an age of cynicism...In this episode we think about the wisdom of the Magi and what they teach us about looking up2021-01-0414 minOakham Church Podcast“The disciple Jesus loved”, Ariana Grande, and the difference between darkness & light...In this last podcast of 2020, we discuss the connection between light and LOVE.2020-12-2915 minOakham Church PodcastHurry, immediacy, worry, and the cultivators of real JOY...In this 3rd episode of the Advent season, we explore the theme of joy and Psalm 126.2020-12-1616 minOakham Church PodcastThe bubonic plague, tragedy at sea, and the true sending and giving of PEACE...In this second episode of the Advent season, we discuss and dive in to the real peace that only our Prince of Peace can offer.2020-12-0921 minOakham Church PodcastLonging, patience, and the real hope of Advent...In this second season we’ll explore the themes that arise during Advent and discuss what they’re teaching us about life in 2020.2020-12-0219 minOakham Church PodcastTrespassing in fields, naked with pearls, and what lockdown has to do with the ‘Kingdom of God’...In the final episode of this season we discuss the power of a parable, and what lockdowns might be teaching us.2020-11-2529 minOakham Church PodcastChild sacrifice, issues of blood, and what needs to be ‘Altared’ for us to be altered...A conversation about change.2020-11-1829 minOakham Church PodcastGod/Love does(n’t) changeIn this episode we discuss how God DOESN’T change... but God DOES change us!2020-11-1115 minOakham Church PodcastFaith, hope, love, and the distraction, distance, and distortion of our ‘kitchens’...In this concluding discussion on LOVE we focus on the one thing that is of most importance and will never be taken away.2020-11-0432 minOakham Church PodcastYou can cancel anything... but you can’t cancel LOVE.The beginning of a new conversation looking at how love is the antidote to anxiety, worry, and fear.2020-10-2824 minOakham Church PodcastThe invention of the telegram, the source of breath, and waging ‘withward’ peace...In this ongoing conversation, this episode concludes our look at different directions of peace, by looking around and into community.2020-10-2124 minOakham Church PodcastBuckets v Cushions, and the importance of silence, slowness & sabbath...Our second conversation about real peace in the middle of the chaotic ‘storms’ of life.2020-10-1434 minOakham Church PodcastDisappointment, dopamine, and donkeys...This episode starts a new conversation centred around real and lasting peace.2020-10-0725 minOakham Church PodcastFeelings wheel, today’s bread, and burning bushes everywhere...Continued conversation about anxiety, stress, worry and fear.2020-09-3025 minOakham Church PodcastMagnolia walls, the power of Instagram, and ‘ones’ and ‘zeros’Our continued conversation on worry, stress, and anxiety.2020-09-2323 minOakham Church Podcast31,536,00000 seconds, sleeping on a cushion, & the difference between getting ‘fixed’ & getting wellJoin our continued conversation about anxiety, stress, worry and fear.2020-09-1627 minOakham Church PodcastHurry-sickness, pots & pans, and the radically generous love of God.In this discussion, we unpack more of the themes around anxiety.2020-09-0932 minOakham Church PodcastOakham Church Podcast (Trailer)2020-09-0500 min
Bishop Gregory ParkesA View From The Top 7 - 15 - 20 FinalIn the July 15, 2020 edition of a View from the Top, Bishop Parkes reflects on his brother, Father Stephen Parkes, being named Bishop of the Diocese of Savannah. Bishop also speaks on the economic impact of the COVID pandemic on churches and the government assistance, as well as the need for the rosary, prayer and the Holy Spirit during this time.2020-07-1525 min