Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast)
Episodes
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 327: William Willimon - Accidental Preacher
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 327: William Willimon - Accidental Preacher
Dr. William Willimon is Professor of the Practice of Christian Ministry and Director of the Doctor of Ministry at Duke Divinity School in Durham, North Carolina. He is an internationally renowned preacher and widely read author noted for his humor, his insight into the Christian faith, and his theological commitment. His many books have sold over a million copies. His latest book, a memoir titled Accidental Preacher, releases on July 17th, 2019. In Accidental Preacher, Dr. Willimon recounts memorable moments from his rich and full preaching life, with his signature wit and humor. Accidental Preacher portrays the adventure of a life caught up in the purposes of a God who calls unlikely people to engage in work greater than themselves. William Willimon, welcome back to Voices In My Head.
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Wednesday Jun 05, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 321: Pentecost
Wednesday Jun 05, 2019
Wednesday Jun 05, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 321: Pentecost
How will you celebrate Pentecost 2019? Here are some thoughts to help us think more deeply about this very important Holy Day of the Christian and Jewish year.
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Wednesday May 01, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 316: In Conversation with Islam - Dr. Akber Mohammed
Wednesday May 01, 2019
Wednesday May 01, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 316: In Conversation with Islam - Dr. Akber Mohammed
On the 21st of April 2019, Easter Sunday, three Christian churches across Sri Lanka and three luxury hotels in the commercial capital Colombo were targeted in a series of coordinated terrorist suicide bombings The Sri Lankan government said the bombings might have been in retaliation for the killing of 50 people last month at mosques in New Zealand, and that two Islamist extremist groups might have been involved, not one.
More than two days after the Sri Lanka bombings, the Islamic State claimed responsibility for the coordinated attacks. The group identified the seven suicide bombers by their names, and specified which of them had gone to which target on what it called “the infidel holiday.”
As the first mass funerals were held, grief, for some, turned into into anger. Some began speaking of of retaliation and revenge. Muslim-owned shops were vandalized, and hundreds of Muslim families fled religiously mixed areas.
In contrast, Members of Sri Lanka’s Muslim community have reached out to their neighbors, offering to donate food and blood.
The chairman of one mosque was quoted “We would do anything to help, We are so pained.”
But with the attacks still so fresh and tensions so high, some Muslims were warned to hold back for now.
Today on Voices In My Head I am pleased to welcome Dr. Akber Mohammed and a members of the Islamic faith community here in Springfield Ohio as we deal with some of these hard topics in conversation together.
Dr. Akber Mohammed, the former president of the Islamic Association in Springfield Ohio, is also a cardiologist affiliated with multiple hospitals in the Clark County Ohio area, including Dayton Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Mercy Health Urbana Hospital. He was a part of the CBS News Documentary Beyond Tolerance in 2017 and has been instrumental in Islamic Day Ohio festivities.
As always, thank you for listening to Voices In My Head.
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Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Episode 313_The Jewish View of Original Sin with Rabbi Cary Kozberg
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 313: The Jewish View of Original Sin with Rabbi Cary Kozberg
Did you know that Jews do not see the story of Adam and Eve as "The Fall" but as the story of "The Uplifting?
Find out about this as well as the Jewish view of the afterlife, sin, redemption and more on today's episode.
Its a terrific conversation.
For 25 years, Cary Kozberg served as Director of Religious Life at Wexner Heritage Village, a senior care facility in Columbus, Ohio. In that capacity, he developed innovative religious and spiritual programming, as part of WHV’s overall program of holistic care. As an integral part of WHV’s Interdisciplinary Care and Continuing Education teams, he helped hundreds of individuals—residents, staff and family members— to better understand the spiritual and emotional aspects of growing old and frail. Cary is a Board Certified Chaplain and a member of the National Association of Jewish Chaplains, having received that organization’s “Chaplain of the Year” award in 2012. An ordained Rabbi, he received his Masters of Arts in Hebrew Letters and Rabbinical Ordination from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion.
A published author and poet, he has presented workshops and seminars around the country, and is a nationally recognized resource on the particular spiritual, emotional and psychological challenges that face persons with dementia and their families. Cary is a Past Chair of the Forum on Religion Spirituality and Aging, a constituent group of the American Society on Aging and a past editor of the Forum’s quarterly newsletter.
His many publications include Honoring Broken Tablets: A Jewish Approach to Dementia (Jewish Lights Publishing), “The Whole World is Full of God’s Glory” in Broken Fragments: Jewish Experiences of Alzheimer’s Disease through Diagnosis, Adaptation, and Moving On, edited by Rabbi Douglas Kohn (URJ Press) and Flourishing In The Later Years: Jewish Pastoral Perspectives on Senior Residential Care, co-edited with Rabbi James Michaels (Mazo Publishing).
More About The Conference Rabbi Cozberg Mentions In Today's Show
What: Scripture and Faith: Toward A Better Understanding with Dr. Julie Galambush
When: April 30th - May 1st
Where: Temple Sholom, 2424 N. Limestone St., Springfield Ohio
RSVP: (937) 399-1231
About Your Host: Rick Lee James
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Wednesday Apr 03, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 312: Matthew Clark
Wednesday Apr 03, 2019
Wednesday Apr 03, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 312: Matthew Clark
Singer/songwriter/storyteller and Mississippi native Matthew Clark blends a thought-provoking narrative lyricism with well-honed guitar skills to craft songs that have been likened to the work of Andrew Peterson, Matthew Perryman Jones, and David Wilcox.
Each Fall Matthew loads up his tiny-house-in-a-van (a converted Dodge Sprinter dubbed “Vandalf the White”) and travels all over the country playing concerts in homes and churches. Matthew’s engaging conversational performance style has led concert-goers to comment that the stories between the songs are as enjoyable as the songs themselves.
Ultimately, Matthew’s music is about weaving the strung-out strands of our lives into a fabric of hope and belonging in God.
Matthew Clark's Web Site: www.matthewclark.net
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About Your Host: Rick Lee James
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Latest Album: https://fanlink.to/RLJThunder
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Wednesday Mar 27, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 311: Legend Ozora
Wednesday Mar 27, 2019
Wednesday Mar 27, 2019
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode 311: Legend Ozora
Legend is an artist mature beyond her years. At only 18 years old, Legend is the first female solo act signed to Old Bear Records. Her love for people and the local church is evident in her life and songs. Much of her passion has been inspired by her numerous mission trips to Haiti serving the poor and orphaned. Her new EP, Come Close, released on Feb 15th, 2019.
Get Her Music: https://www.legendozora.com
About Your Host: Rick Lee James
Official Web Site: www.RickLeeJames.com
Latest Album: https://fanlink.to/RLJThunder
Available on clear Vinyl, CD, and instant download.
Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #292: A Purposed Heart with Dr. Craig Gilbert
Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #292: A Purposed Heart with Dr. Craig Gilbert
Craig Gilbert is a life-long Christian and musician. He first sang in church at the age of 4 with his family and has been playing music in church ever since. He also benefits from a prolific career singing and playing outside of the church in classical music ensembles and choirs as well as singing, arranging, and playing multiple instruments in bands of a variety of styles. Craig is passionate about bringing the arts before God in worship in a way that allows congregations to not only participate, but to also engage with God in worship through the arts. Craig is not a musician who happens to play in church but a true worship pastor who uses the arts to reach others for Christ.
Dr. Gilbert is an expert in worship design and in leading worship in multi style churches of all sizes. He specializes in teaching congregations about worship and training leaders how to design and lead worship that is congregation friendly. After serving in worship and arts leadership in five churches of different congregational sizes with over seven different senior pastors, eight associate pastors (including a time as an assistant pastor himself), various worship styles and formats, time constraints, etc. Dr. Gilbert is well versed in the problems and issues with worship in today’s church.
His professional training includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, a Master’s Degree in Conducting, and a Doctorate in Worship Studies. He has provided professional consulting services in music team development, worship design, and congregational participation for several churches and conferences.
To find out more about Craig Gilbert and the services he can offer your local church visit these links:
www.purposedheartministries.com
www.theworshipdoctor.com
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #288: Jessica Crawford - Honestly
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #288: Jessica Crawford - Honestly
Jessica was born into a family of deep faith and of rich musical history. Every Sunday morning, this great granddaughter of a fiery Pentecostal minister would watch from the pews as her mother would direct the church choir. In addition to church music, she also grew up inspired by her Granddaddy's play-by-ear instrumental talents and his Southern Gospel vocals that echoed the sound of her mother's childhood. On her father's side, her paternal grandmother and great-grandmother were classically trained pianists and vocalists. Despite her family's encouragement, Jessica struggled to see that the musical legacy from both sides of her family was establishing a future for her in music.
After a painful relationship left her seeking true purpose, Jessica finally surrendered to what can only be described as a persistent "call" to music. After a year well spent in seminary she stepped out in faith and left the comfort of her small hometown, Bridgewater, VA, in 2011 and hit the road to Nashville. Her years in Music City were formative for both in ministry and in songwriting. A new dependence on God,
involvement with an inner city missions base, and growing favor with songwriters and accomplished producers would all help Jessica find her voice as an artist and worship leader.
In 2017, Jessica would leave Nashville with a 5 song independently released EP under her belt, multiple regional tours and invaluable industry and ministry experiences to become the Worship Arts Director for Fountain of Life Church in Burlington, NJ where she currently lives and serves.
On September 14 Jessica will release "Honestly", a four song EP she describes as “a collection of vulnerable songs that do not shy away from the reality of my hardest life experiences while celebrating the hope I found in Jesus through it all.” The “Honestly” EP was written with the group the Brothers McClurg during a writing retreat in early 2017. It was produced by Chris Hoisington and recorded at Old Bear Studios in Batavia, NY.
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Rick Lee James
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Wednesday Sep 26, 2018
Wednesday Sep 26, 2018
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #286: "The Character of Virtue" with guest Stanley Hauerwas
On this episode of Voices In My Head we welcome Dr. Stanley Hauerwas.
Time magazine once called today’s guest America’s best theologian. As a longtime professor at Duke Divinty School, Stanley Hauerwas has authored many books, won numerous awards, and even appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show.
His work cuts across disciplinary lines as he is in conversation with systematic theology, philosophical theology and ethics, political theory, as well as the philosophy of social science and medical ethics.
Today, among other things, we will be discussing his book, "The Character of Virtue: Letters To A Godson"
For more from Stanley Hauerwas, visit these links:
Website: https://divinity.duke.edu/faculty/stanley-hauerwas
The Character of Virtue: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802875793/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-Hauerwas/e/B000APV13K/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1536244545&sr=8-1
Blessings,
Rick Lee James
www.RickLeeJames.com
Wednesday Aug 22, 2018
Wednesday Aug 22, 2018
Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #281: A History of Christian Worship Part Ten - The Present
This episode is part ten of our ten part series on the History of Christian Worship.
Join me on this journey through the ancient faith as we track how the church's worship practices have changed over the centuries.
Blessings,
Rick Lee James
www.RickLeeJames.com