Reconnecting Spiritual Practice, Evangelism, and Justice

Tony Campolo July 5th, 2011

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Many Christians are questioning whether evangelicals care enough about trying to change the political and economic institutions of our society so that they will provide equal justice for all of its citizens; protect other animals and the environment; and end poverty for those who have been shut out of the American Dream. On the other hand, there are those who primarily preach a social gospel but are wondering if they have neglected that more personal connection wi … (Read More)

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Wild Goose Festival – Gareth Higgins on SBE

Erik Guzman November 12th, 2010

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Music, arts, spirituality and justice will converge in the hills of North Carolina from June 23-26, 2011 for the Wild Goose Festival…and it won't happen without you.

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Join Gareth Higgins on Steve Brown Etc. as we talk about the cult of personality and breaking down the barriers between speakers, musicians and the audience to create an extraordinary and prov … (Read More)

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Old Men on a Mission – Tony Campolo on SBE

Erik Guzman February 12th, 2010

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With all the books Tony Campolo has written, he could kick back and retire on the royalties, but that's just not his style. Join us as Tony and Steve discuss how to keep on truckin' and have a great time doing it.

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We also talk about how Tony's relief work in Haiti is progressing a month after the earthquake, and we find out if he's led Nancy Pelosi to C … (Read More)

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Everything Else is Small Stuff!

Steve Brown November 4th, 2009

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A friend of mine sent me a copy of a letter submitted to the St. Petersburg Times (Florida) in response to the paper's query about how readers would "fix the economy."

One letter was addressed to the President of the United States and suggested that, instead of giving billions of dollars to companies who will squander it, the president should send a million dollars to each person in America over a certain age in the work force. It would include millions o … (Read More)

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The Internet Monk

Erik Guzman January 25th, 2008

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Blogging, podcasting, and other new media are changing our culture in dramatic ways. One obvious example is the role that the Internet, bloggers, and YouTube are playing in this year's election.

Another example (and maybe not so obvious…yet) is the way these new technologies are challenging and transforming the Church.

This week on Steve Brown Etc., we're joined by popular blogger, podcaster, and self-described post-evangelical, Michael Spencer (a.k.a … (Read More)

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A Beautiful Messy Image

Erik Guzman November 9th, 2007

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What does it mean to be part of the kingdom of God in a jacked up world? Is the Church here to clean up the mess? Or do we have a more divine purpose?

Rick McKinley joins us on SBE this week to talk about his book, This Beautiful Mess: Practicing the Presence of the Kingdom of God, and how the Imago Dei Community in Portland is living out his message. Check out the show and visit Rick's blog.

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We had a great time talking with Rick and didn& … (Read More)

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