Season 10: Episode 1 | Katharine Hayhoe | Should Christians Care About Climate Change?
Listen to Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, a world-renowned climate scientist, communicator, and committed follower of Jesus, being interviewed by veteran journalist, Lorna Dueck. Katharine is the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy, a Distinguished Professor at Texas Tech University, and one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People. In this episode, Katharine discusses climate change, and how the care of our planet was given to humans as a responsibility in Genesis 1. She also talks about how truly understanding what the Bible says can make us even more aware of the impact of climate change on the marginalized and encourages us to be active contributors to creation care.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s10-ep1---Learn more about the 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. ---Dr. Katharine Hayhoe is a world-renowned climate scientist, communicator, and committed follower of Jesus. She is the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy, a Distinguished Professor at Texas Tech University, and one of TIME’s "100 Most Influential People". But what sets her apart is how she bridges the worlds of science and faith with clarity, compassion, and conviction.With over 125 peer-reviewed publications and contributions to major climate assessments, Katharine helps communities and leaders understand how climate change affects the most vulnerable among us. She co-authored A Climate for Change: Global Warming Facts for Faith-Based Decisions with her husband, pastor and author Andrew Farley, and her bestselling book Saving Us offers a hopeful path forward.Named one of Christianity Today’s “50 Women to Watch,” Katharine believes that caring for God’s creation is a matter of loving our neighbour — especially the poor and the marginalized. Whether she’s speaking in churches or briefing policymakers, her message is rooted in both scientific evidence and a deep conviction that our faith calls us to act.
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Season 9: Episode 12 | Nicky Gumbel | How Does God Speak to Us As We Read the Bible?
Listen to Nicky Gumbel, the pioneer of the Alpha Course, being interviewed by Lorna Dueck. Nicky has written several best-selling books, recently retired as the Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in the UK and was awarded the CBE (Commander of the British Empire) in the 2024 New Years Honours. In this episode, Nicky discusses his 50-year practice of starting the day with Scripture and his belief that as you read the Bible, the Holy Spirit is speaking to you. He also talks about how Alpha started and how it continues to evolve, and shares an important message for today’s church.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep12===Learn more about the 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.===Nicky Gumbel is the pioneer of Alpha, an introduction to the Christian faith running in churches of all denominations in 147 countries. Nicky has written several best-selling books including: <em>Why Jesus?</em>, <em>Questions of Life</em>, and <em>The Jesus Lifestyle</em>. Having initially trained as a barrister, Nicky went on to be Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) – a large central London church – for 17 years. Nicky and his wife, Pippa, now work to support Alpha globally. They are also the authors of a daily Bible reading plan, ‘The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel’, which takes you through the whole Bible in 365 days and has over 9 million users. Nicky was awarded a CBE in the 2024 New Years Honours for services to the Church of England.
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Season 9: Episode 11 | Rob Fennell | How Can Scripture Guide Us Through Difficult Times?
Listen to Rev. Dr. Rob Fennell, an author, and Associate Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology at Atlantic School of Theology in Halifax, Nova Scotia, being interviewed by Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode, Rob talks about his influences and how God has always led and guided him through his life. In his role as a professor, he is now influencing the next generation of emerging leaders and helping to guide them in their call and vocation while pointing them to Jesus in a challenging society.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep11===Learn more about the 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. ===Rev. Dr. Rob Fennell is Associate Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology at Atlantic School of Theology (AST) in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is founding director of Camino Nova Scotia, AST’s social enterprise-based summer pilgrimage program. An ordained minister of The United Church of Canada and an author, Fennell is committed to encouraging the health and thriving of local churches and their leaders. His most recent books include 31 Short Spiritual Practices; Camino Close to Home; Following Jesus Today (editor); and (with Russ Daye) Turning Ourselves Inside Out: Thriving Christian Communities. He is always curious about the "new thing" the Holy Spirit might be doing.
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Season 9: Episode 10 | Gary L. Nelson | How Can Bible Poverty Be Eradicated?
Listen to Gary L. Nelson, Chairman of Every Tribe, Every Nation being interviewed by veteran journalist Lorna Dueck. In this episode, they discuss how Scripture has played a central part in his life and work globally and how he is now helping to make God’s Word available in every person’s heart language. Gary has over forty years of senior and executive management experience including successful technology startups and executive roles with private and public corporations.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep10===Learn more about the 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. ===Gary L. Nelson has forty plus years of senior and executive management experience in domestic and international business. His experience includes successful technology start-ups and executive roles with private and public corporations. Gary has extensive experience in acquisitions and reorganization. He accomplished a life goal of retiring, for the first time, at age 49.Ernst & Young (E&Y) honored Nelson as their technology Entrepreneur of the Year. His companies made the prestigious INC 500 four years in a row, Principle Financials Top Ten Best Private Companies and a current listing on NASDAQ. He served on the Presidents Council for Financial Literacy.Gary currently serves as Chairman of Every Tribe Every Nation (ETEN) / illumiNations, The Nelson Family Foundation, and Mission Mutual.In addition to start-ups and serving on numerous Boards, Gary enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs. His passions are Faith, Family, Community and Business.Mr. Nelson resides in Edmond, Oklahoma with his wife of 46 years, Diana and a rescue dog, RomoBoy.
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Season 9: Episode 9 | Rosalee Velloso Ewell | How Does Our Diversity Bring Scripture Alive?
Listen to Dr. Rosalee Velloso Ewell, a Brazilian theologian and Director of Church Relations for the United Bible Societies (UBS), being interviewed by Canadian Bible Society Ambassador, Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode, Rosalee shares about her incredible work with UBS and how their work in Bible translation, engagement, and publishing extends into church traditions. In her work, she has seen how Scripture meets people in culturally diverse ways, making communities so much richer, and bringing Scripture alive.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep9===Learn more about the 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. ===Rosalee Velloso Ewell is a Brazilian theologian who was born and raised in the city of São Paulo. For over 20 years she has worked with various ecumenical organizations and has been a champion of the Bible across denominations and cultures. Rosalee has a PhD in Biblical theology from Duke University (USA) and has taught theology in the United States, Brazil and the UK. She currently serves as Director of Church Relations for the United Bible Societies. Rosalee lives with her family in the very multicultural city of Birmingham, England.
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