//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~d3284a091398f9a84bcd8944874d4605e05e85e97733c7418910de029ead0f9d Big conversations about living with faith that are recorded for busy students and friends of the Wesley Foundation at Cameron University Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:05:25 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13892358-bonus-lawton-circuit-runners-with-john-hiller.mp3 Lawton Circuit Runners is a running and walking group where we share our faith with our presence. Circuit Runners and Walkers meet up at Viridian Coffee then run or walk around the park. The group has grown from a few folks meeting in Lawton to whole relay teams running in marathons. John Hiller is a pastor at Centenary United Methodist Church and also the founder of the Lawton Circuit Runners. In this episode, he explains where the idea came from. He also explains how working on physical fitness can share the love of God and neighbor. If you would like to sign up for the Lawton Circuit Runners email newsletter, send an email to jhiller@lawtoncentenary.org Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13892358-bonus-lawton-circuit-runners-with-john-hiller.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13836409-aliens-and-theology-discussion.mp3 This is the really late follow up discussion for the aliens and theology lesson.  Take a seat at the table and listen in to the conversation. Here are questions to think about:  Do UFOs and extraterrestrials have anything to do with faith and theology? Would this mean the end of religion? What would it mean for our faith if life existed elsewhere? How might that change impact our own understanding of God? What does that mean for the incarnation of God in Jesus? Does this mean there are other alien versions of Jesus? If you have any questions or concerns, email us at director@cuwesley.org.  If you want to get more involved at the CU Wesley,  visit our website at www.cuwesley.org Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13836409-aliens-and-theology-discussion.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13761452-bonus-project-transformation-ok-with-michael-ely.mp3 Project Transformation is a literacy camp for elementary school children. An AmeriCorps Service Program that helps college age young adults make a difference in their communities.  A paid opportunity to gain leadership experience while working with kids.  Michael Ely is part of the Project Transformation Team. He came to the CU Wesley to share about how we can transform the world through helping kids read, learn social skills, play games, and just by getting to know them.  To learn more about Project Transformation go to https://projecttransformation.org/oklahoma/. Applications to join the team are now open and available on their website. Wed, 11 Oct 2023 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13761452-bonus-project-transformation-ok-with-michael-ely.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13579454-aliens-theology-lesson.mp3 “Space exploration leads directly to religious and philosophical questions” – Carl Sagan Listen to some of the theology involved in UFOs and and extraterrestrials from a Christian perspective. This is a good place to start if you are trying to figure out the implications for alien life and how it effects your life of faith. If you would like to learn more about this topic, there are additional resources listed below.  If you would like to join in on our discussions, email us at director@cuwesley.org. Some additional resources: Compass Podcast on the United Methodist Churches understanding of UFOs: https://www.umc.org/en/content/ufos-extraterrestrials-and-faith-compass-85   A Christian theological description of the societal implications of astrobiology: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20161215-if-we-made-contact-with-aliens-how-would-religions-react   Out of the Silent Planet by C.S. Lewis, first book of the Space Trilogy Summary of Christian Theology in CS Lewis Space Tri... Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13579454-aliens-theology-lesson.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13557297-can-you-have-jesus-and-a-therapist-too-with-guest-speaker-ashley-williams.mp3 This is the really late follow up discussion for the theology of testimony discussion.  Ashley Williams is a friend of the CU Wesley. She is getting her counseling license and loves to share about her faith. She found that sharing in therapy and sharing you testimony has a lot of similarities. We were blessed with her presence as our discussion leader for this fun topic.  Take a seat at the table and listen in to the conversation. If you have any questions or concerns, email us at director@cuwesley.org. Fri, 08 Sep 2023 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/13557297-can-you-have-jesus-and-a-therapist-too-with-guest-speaker-ashley-williams.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12863176-theology-of-testimony-lesson.mp3 Join us for season two of the CU Wesley Podcast as we discuss the topics of Testimony. This week, we are looking at how do we share our life of faith with others? This episode is the lesson portion of the topic and the next episode will cover the discussion questions. You'll get to hear from our in-person discussion in the next episode. Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 3:15-16 Referenced Books and Resources: Faith-Sharing: Dynamic Christian Witnessing by Invitation by   H.Eddie Fox and George E. Morris Explanation of United Methodist call to witness: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/giving-witness   Examples of witnessing: https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/to-be-a-witness-united-methodist-style   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Music Credits: Pray by Anno Domini Porches and Universes by Puddle of Infinity Tea Time by Ofshane Cutting It Close by DJ Freedom Tue, 16 May 2023 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12863176-theology-of-testimony-lesson.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12669463-christian-disagreement-with-corey-shirey.mp3 Join us for season two of the CU Wesley Podcast as we discuss the topic of Christian Disagreement.  What do we do when we disagree with people within our own Christian faith? Scripture Reference: Romans 14 Additional Resources: Definition: Full communion is when two denominations develop a relationship based on a common confessing of the Christian faith and a mutual recognition of Baptism and sharing of the Lord’s Supper. This does not mean the two denominations merge; rather, in reaching agreements, denominations also respect differences. These denominations worship together, may exchange clergy and also share a commitment to evangelism, witness and service in the world. Each entity agrees that even with differences, there is nothing that is church-dividing.   Denominational Transition Team Educational Resources  https://www.okumc.org/dtt-educational-series?fbclid=IwAR3ckmPvmhfGfED67WW26ZUrRnrb4DfLPTIhOSdn04ZlxvwgDcDje2tR9CI   List of Full Communion Partners with UMC ht... Mon, 17 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12669463-christian-disagreement-with-corey-shirey.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12587608-pluralism-discussion.mp3 So in the last episode we heard the theology of pluralism, but this leaves us with quite a few questions. So today, we’ll turn the conversation over to the group for discussion. Take a seat at the table and here a snippet of our discussion. Discussion Questions: • What does it mean to live in a multi-faith world?  • How can we respectfully have conversations about those things that matter most to us?  • How do we live together well, with people who share very different core beliefs from one another?  • Are all religions the same? Is it fair to say that when each seem to have some very unique beliefs? Are we doing a disservice trying to say they’re the same?  Music Credit: -Pray by Anno Domini Beats -Come with Us by Net Keefe and Hot Buttered Rum -Believe (Instrumental) by Neffex Tue, 04 Apr 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12587608-pluralism-discussion.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12582840-theology-of-pluralism-lesson.mp3 Join us for season two of the CU Wesley Podcast as we discuss the topics of Pluralism. This week, we are looking at what is means to be a Christian in a world where there are multiple religions? This episode is the lesson portion of the topic and the next episode will cover the discussion questions. You'll get to hear from our in-person discussion in the next episode. Scripture Reference: Matthew 28:19-20 Referenced Books and Resources: The Gospel in a Pluralist Society by Lesslie Newbigin  • An explanation of ecumenical worship etiquette: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/ecumenical-etiquette-worshiping-with-and-toward-others   • Tips on Interfaith relationships, especially in concerning areas of justice: https://www.umcjustice.org/who-we-are/social-principles-and-resolutions/called-to-be-neighbors-and-witnesses-guidelines-for-interreligious-relationships-3291    • Pluralism Project (Diana Eck, Harvard): http://pluralism.org   Music Cr... Tue, 04 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12582840-theology-of-pluralism-lesson.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12495477-tithing-discussion.mp3 So in the last episode we heard the theology of tithing, but this leaves us with quite a few questions. So today, we’ll turn the conversation over to the group for discussion. Take a seat at the table and here a snippet of our discussion. Discussion Questions Why do people tithe? How did you hear about money and faith when growing up? Do you still hold to that understanding of money and faith? We talked about tithing in the Old Testament, but Jesus made a new covenant with us in his death and resurrection. What do you think the New Testament adds to this understanding of money and faith? Does the way we give effect change in our communities? Why or why not? What are some ways that you give? Money, time, talent…?  Wed, 22 Mar 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025905/12495477-tithing-discussion.mp3