Scripture Untangled

• Season 10: Episode 12 | Daniel Whitehead | Can the Church Be a Sanctuary for Mental Health?

  Watch or listen to Daniel Whitehead, CEO of Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries being interviewed by Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. Daniel spent 10 years in full-time vocational ministry, including eight years as senior pastor of a church. His other roles include being an adjunct faculty member at Regent College in Vancouver, BC; serving as a committee member on the International Network on Theology & Mental Health; and being a member of the advisory group for the Centre of Spirituality, Health & Disability. In this episode, Daniel talks about the value of the unseen in our society who are often overlooked because of mental health and other challenges. And how inviting them into Christian community can not only bring value to their lives, but from their lived experience, can also bring value to ours.  Read the transcript: https://biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep12---Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.caHelp people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donateConnect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesocietyWhether you’re well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world’s best-selling book. This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca. --- Daniel Whitehead is the CEO of Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries. His other roles include being an adjunct faculty member at Regent College in Vancouver, BC; serving as a committee member on the International Network on Theology & Mental Health; and being a member of the advisory group for the Centre of Spirituality, Health & Disability. Previously, Daniel spent 10 years in full-time vocational ministry, including eight years as senior pastor of a church. Daniel hails from the UK and now resides in Vancouver. He is married to Annie and has two children. He is also a certified mediator and holds a double master's degree in theology. Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries equips the Church to support mental health and well-being. In 2018, Sanctuary launched its flagship resource, The Sanctuary Course. This small-group study guide uses films and discussions to explore key mental health topics, examining meaningful ways to offer companionship, support recovery, and promote well-being. Additional resources are continually being developed, including The Sanctuary Course for Catholics, When a Loved One Dies by Suicide, the Sanctuary Songs album, The Sanctuary Blog, and The Sanctuary Youth Series. Sanctuary's resources are developed in collaboration with theologians, mental health professionals, and people with lived experience of mental health challenges. These resources prepare communities of faith around the world to raise awareness, reduce stigma, support mental health, and promote mental well-being. Learn more about Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries: https://sanctuarymentalhealth.org/

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• Season 10: Episode 11 | George and Tondra Gregory | Is the Bible a Playbook for a Happy Marriage?

  Watch or listen to George and Tondra Gregory, the founders of Journey for Life being interviewed by Joanna la Fleur. George and Tondra have been married for 29 years and founded Journey for Life, a national marriage ministry. In this episode, George and Tondra discuss how they navigated a difficult marriage by learning how to do it God’s way. Reflected in their new book, The Marriage Game Plan: Developing a Winning Strategy for Marriage Success, George and Tondra share about God’s plan for marriage, and how getting on the same page changed their marriage and has led them to equip couples to build successful relationships and marriages. Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep11---Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.caHelp people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donateConnect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesocietyWhether you’re well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world’s best-selling book. This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca. --- George and Tondra Gregory have been married for 29 years and are the proud parents of two adult children. They are the founders of Journey for Life, a national marriage ministry dedicated to equipping and educating couples to build successful relationships and marriages. For the past eight seasons, the Gregorys have served as the official chaplains for the Los Angeles Chargers of the NFL. Before relocating to Los Angeles, they provided marital support, seminars, retreats, pre-marriage and marriage counseling, and mentorship to the New York Jets and New York Giants for six seasons. With over 16 years of experience, they have offered life and marriage coaching to hundreds of professional athletes, coaches, and their families. They also previously led the Marriage ministry at Saddleback Church in Orange County, CA.  The Gregorys served as pastors of regional churches on the East Coast for 20 years and planted a church on the Upper East Side of Manhattan while living in New York City. George holds a Master of Divinity degree from Duke Divinity School, and Tondra earned her Master’s in Counseling from North Carolina State University. Tondra is a New York State Licensed Counselor who successfully ran a private practice in Times Square for eight years, specializing in relationship counseling and assisting individuals with emotional and behavioral challenges. The Gregorys have been featured as guest speakers at some of America’s most influential churches, including Lakewood, Saddleback, and Gateway. Their influence extends to various platforms such as Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) in New York City, Christian Broadcasting Network (The 700 Club), 100 Huntley Street (Canada), Marriage Today’s XO Conference, the NBA All-Star Breakfast, the NBA Legends Conference, and Professional Athletes Outreach. Learn more about George and Tondra Gregory: journeyforlifenow.org

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• Season 10: Episode 10 | Rosemary Siemens | How Can Hymns Help You Learn Scripture?

  Listen to five-time Gospel Music Award winning violinist and vocalist Rosemary Siemens being interviewed by Lorna Dueck. Rosemary has performed at the Grand Ole Opry, St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican, and Carnegie Hall, for two U.S. Presidents and Canadian Prime Ministers, and was the first violinist to ever perform at the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican. In this episode, Rosemary shares about her career, and how COVID opened up a new door for her to reach more people through the singing of hymns on YouTube. This has resulted in millions of views and a chance to encourage the singing of Scriptures through the rich theology found in the hymns of old.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep10---Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.caHelp people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donateConnect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesocietyWhether you’re well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world’s best-selling book. This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca. ---Originally from Plum Coulee, Manitoba, five-time Gospel Music Award winning violinist and vocalist Rosemary Siemens has performed at the Grand Ole Opry, four times at St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican, four times at Carnegie Hall, for two U.S. Presidents and Canadian Prime Ministers, and was the first violinist to ever perform at the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican since its first mass in 1483.  In addition to being awarded “Bluegrass Artist of the Year” from Nashville’s Inspirational Country Music Awards and winning “Country/Gospel Album of the Year” from Canada’s Gospel Music Awards, Rosemary was also awarded The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and the King Charles III Coronation Medal for her contributions to the arts in Canada and received a letter of thanks from The Queen for her recorded version of “God Save The Queen”. Rosemary’s weekly YouTube Show, Sunday Hymn Serenade – Bring Back The Hymns, has received over 150 million views on YouTube.Learn more about Rosemary Siemens: rosemarysiemens.com

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• Season 10: Episode 9 | Ellen Graf-Martin | How Has God Called You To Use Your Gifts?

  Listen to Ellen Graf-Martin, the President and Chief Strategist of Graf-Martin Communications being interviewed by Joanna la Fleur. Ellen has over 20 years of experience helping purpose-driven organizations share their message with clarity and impact. In this episode she talks about her unique call to serve God and how He has used her all around the world to strategically help organizations utilize their marketing for good.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep9---Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.caHelp people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donateConnect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesocietyWhether you’re well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world’s best-selling book. This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca. ---For over two decades, Ellen Graf-Martin has had the privilege of working alongside incredible world-changers. Why? Because of a deep commitment to strengthening organizations and leaders who are dedicated to hope, generosity and justice. Serving people who serve those who live in the margins, to find justice. Seeing those who are vulnerable, empowered. That’s what gets Ellen up in the morning. Since 2008, she has led the team at Graf-Martin Communications, where she makes marketing happen - for good. The team brings strategic insight to non-profit, values-driven executive directors and their Fundraising and Communications teams. Ellen has had the opportunity to work as a marketing, branding and resource consultant for several national and international non-profit organizations, has built marketing strategies for Hollywood blockbuster films and toured hundreds of bestselling authors. Ellen is also passionate about equipping other women in positions of leadership. This passion is what led to the development of The Table - a group of 50 Canadian women of faith in positions of leadership. This group meets regularly to share resources, equip and encourage each other, in what can be a very lonely space.  As a volunteer, Ellen has had the chance to judge the JUNO Awards, approve Business Development Canada loan applications for small businesses and provide direction and consultation on communications for Ontario Health. With a variety of cross-cultural living experiences, and a west-coast upbringing, Ellen now survives winters and enjoys summers in Ontario with her husband, daughter and their feisty Bengal cat.

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• Season 10: Ep 8 | Anne Miranda | Is Biblical Illiteracy Real?

  Listen to Anne Miranda being interviewed by Joanna la Fleur. Anne is currently the Pastor of Women and Young Families at Peace Portal Alliance Church in South Surrey, British Columbia. She also speaks and trains teams around the world as she inspires people to rise up and lead in their own spheres of influence. Her contagious passion for Jesus helps equip people to find their own passion. In this episode, Anne encourages us to hear God’s voice through Scripture, to see the needs in the world around us, and to be bold about our faith.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep8---Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.caHelp people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donateConnect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesocietyWhether you’re well-versed in Scripture or just starting out on your journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world’s best-selling book. This eight-session course will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible. Watch the first session of The Bible Course and learn more at biblecourse.ca. ---Anne Miranda is a leader of leaders. With a background in education, Anne speaks and trains teams around the world as she inspires people to rise up and lead in their own spheres of influence, whether in boardrooms, classrooms or ministry settings. Anne’s contagious passion for Jesus helps equip people to find their own passion. Anne is currently the Pastor of Women and Young Families at Peace Portal Alliance Church in South Surrey, British Columbia. being the National Ministries Director of CCLN (Canadian Church Leaders Network), the women's pastor at Village Church Canada, a high school English and Spanish teacher, and working with the Attorney General's Office leading initiatives for crime and violence prevention for youth in British Columbia. She is an ambassador for Ally Global, passionately promoting this organization that focuses on empowering women and children who have been rescued from sex trafficking.  For fun, you'll find Anne baking up a storm or exploring a new cafe with her husband Carlos. Out of the office you might hear her crazy cheering for her kids Nathaniel and Hannah at their fun events, you will certainly laugh at her attempt to train Lucy their goldendoodle and enjoy her documenting her Lebanese mother’s hilarious perspective on life for Instagram.Learn more about Anne Miranda: annemiranda.ca 

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