Podcast & Videos

Thoughtful, relevant conversations with Christian guests hosted by Faith Today senior editor Bill Fledderus and other team members. Our chats with expert guests have shifted over to our podcast and video sections, so don't judge us by the pre-2022 webinars interspersed below. :)

30 March, 2020
Webinar Being Church and Neighbour During COVID-19: Crowdsourcing Great Ideas Learning from each other with audience ideas and tips on how you have been church and neighbour during this challenging time. Co-hosted by Faith Today editors Karen Stiller and Bill Fledderus. 45:45
27 March, 2024 Faith Today Podcast Episode 225 video
Faith Today TV A chat with the writers of the Jesus drama "The Chosen" Ryan Swanson and Tyler Thompson chat with host Bill Fledderus about the creative process, the challenges of crafting such a groundbreaking series and the importance of diverse storytelling. Our 5th full-length podcast video. 28:02
19 December, 2024
Podcast Michael Messenger of World Vision on good work and big life changes How do we make big life changes? How is our purpose bigger than our job? Michael Messenger has travelled the world doing very good work, leading one of Canada's largest Christian charities. Messenger is now moving on to new things and a new season. He invites us into his process of discernment and reflection about making significant life changes. He speaks openly with host Karen Stiller about making big changes and hearing God's call on our lives in different seasons.  38:12
26 November, 2020
Webinar How to be a more politically engaged, active citizen Watch a recording from Sept. 26 of our webinar with Karri Munn-Venn of Citizens for Public Justice, Glendyne Gerrard of DefendDignity.ca, and Julia Beazley, director of public policy for the EFC, with host Karen Stiller. 49:48
04 March, 2024 Faith Today Podcast Episode 223 video
Faith Today TV Responding to abuse allegations in seminaries and churches Abuse allegations just keep coming in churches, seminaries and ministry organizations. How can we respond well and build a culture where these things are less likely to occur? Our guest Lydia Fawcett points the way. Our 4th full-length podcast video. 33:33
13 December, 2024
Podcast What Will a Healthy and Vibrant Canadian Church Look like in Ten Years?

Host Karen Stiller moderates a discussion among church specialists EFC President David Guretzki, Tyndale Intercultural Ministries Centre director Dorothy Pang and Dr. Lee Beach from McMaster Divinity College. The episode also features a Q&A session that took place as part of the event held at Evangel Temple, in October 2024.

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26 January, 2024 Faith Today Podcast Episode 222 video
Faith Today TV Single in the Church? A discussion for everyone A wide-ranging conversation about singleness and sexuality with Karissa Sovdi, a counsellor and writer in Victoria, B.C., and Barry Danylak, the Calgary-based director of the ministry SEE Global. Our 6th full-length podcast video. 36:08
24 November, 2020
Webinar Understanding the proposed conversion therapy ban The conversation around Bill C-6 (TheEFC.ca/C-6) can feel confusing and complicated. We are united in opposing harmful practices. But why are many Christians concerned it could infringe on freedom of conscience and expression? Featuring Julia Beazley (EFC), Derek Ross (Chr. Legal Fellowship) & Deina Warren (Cdn Centre for Christian Charities). Sorry, the recording from Nov. 24 is not available.
29 November, 2024
Podcast Faith in the world of journalism and media John Longhurst has written a faith column for the Winnipeg Free Press for 20 years, and a book of his selected columns was recently published by Canadian Mennonite University Press. The title: Can Robots Love God and Be Saved? A Journalist Reports About Faith. He chats with host Bill Fledderus about why it's important to hear the stories of people's spirituality, no mattter what faith group they come from.

 
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27 February, 2024 The terrifying delight of losing everything
Faith Today TV The terrifying delight of losing everything Did you read our May/Jun 2024 article "The Terrifying Delight of Losing Everything"? There's now an inspiring 17-minute documentary about Philip and Robyn Serez and their journey with the degenerative disease ALS that is breaking down Philip's body. 17:03
19 June, 2019
Webinar What churches can and cannot do during a federal election There are proper ways Canadian church congregations can be active participants in elections. Learn more from our expert guests Deina Warren, legal counsel for the Canadian Council of Christian Charities, and Julia Beazley, director of public policy for the EFC. Disclaimer: this webinar is not legal advice. Consulting a lawyer is always best. 50:01
14 November, 2024
Podcast What we can do about poverty in Canada Angie Peters is the president and CEO of Yonge Street Mission and author of the new book Just Act: We Are the Solution to Poverty. The book is an inspirational guide for people, businesses and community organizations concerned about poverty but feeling hopeless about their ability to make any meaningful difference. Peters shows us all where to begin. Her own personal story reflects her main proposition: “Poverty ended for my family in one generation because of the intervention of ordinary people who cared.” 36:22
27 February, 2019
Webinar How to walk with your community in times of crisis Churches can offer comfort and help when tragedy or disaster strikes a community. But how can we respond best? How can we prepare? Expert guests from the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (Merle Doherty, Rapid Response Team Manager) and World Renew (Bob Laarman, Director of Disaster Response Services) and host Karen Stiller engage viewers in a practical and inspiring conversation. 46:49
09 February, 2024 Church In Community Episode 105 - Monthly community events on the church lawn in Burlington, Ont.
Faith Today TV Monthly community events on the church lawn in Burlington North Burlington Baptist Church in Ontario has found a creative way to love to their neighbours by holding monthly outdoor events with games, live music, outdoor movies, food trucks and local vendors on select Friday evenings. 10:15
01 November, 2024
Podcast Book of Common Prayer and writing obituaries Have you ever felt like connecting with God was difficult?  Our guest Julie Lane-Gay explains how simple praying with the Book of Common Prayer can be. She shares stories from her own personal journey with prayer and faith, as well as tips for getting started with the Book of Common Prayer for all Evangelicals.  36:57
05 February, 2024 Faith Today Podcast Episode 220 video
Faith Today TV Author-publisher Jeff Crosby on the longing of our soul Publishing exec Jeff Crosby is author of "The Language of the Soul: Meeting God in the Longings of our Heart." Sit back for this conversation with host Karen Stiller about spiritual reading and books. Our 3rd full-length podcast video. 40:11