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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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Season 9: Episode 8 | Connie denBok | Does Faith Give Us Purpose?
Listen to Rev. Dr. Connie denBok, Minister at St. Paul's United Church Brampton being interviewed by Canadian Bible Society Ambassador, Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode Connie talks about the undeniable encounter she had with God as a teenager, and how she discovered that the only One who would give her life purpose was Jesus Christ. She has since dedicated her life to helping others discover their purpose and the love of God through Scripture. She serves at St. Paul's United Church Brampton and also helps train and consult other congregations on church growth and development.Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s9-ep8===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. ===Connie denBok is minister of St. Paul’s United Church in Brampton, living an abiding passion for the health and faith of local congregations. She has taught as an adjunct professor at Tyndale University and Theological Seminary, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto, and Atlantic School of Theology. Her explorations of faith and vitality have included leading three church planting teams, sharing insights as a plenary speaker and leading workshops for United Church, Anglican, Evangelical, and ecumenical conferences, and being a columnist/writer for Faith Today, the United Church Observer, and other publications. Having discovered the joy of pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago many years ago, she includes at least one long trek a year to recover the blessed rhythm of breathing in step with God. She is involved in home renovations, and rehabilitation for dogs in her spare time!
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