Old Stories New

In this episode Ken interviews Rev. Vince Solomon, Urban Indigenous Ministry for the Diocese of Rupert’s Land, and Priest of Epiphany Indigenous Anglican Church in Winnipeg. Vince a member of the Cree Nation, and grew up in Norway House. Vince talks about what it means to be both Christian and Indigenous. Can an Indigenous person … Continue reading Episode 4: Vince Solomon

In this episode we continue our interview with Tom Boomershine, New Testament scholar, and the founder of the Network of Biblical Storytellers. Here Tom describes some of the history of ancient people’s oral literacy and how they first experienced scripture as oral performances. He gives us a glimpse into the need for a paradigm shift … Continue reading Episode 3: Tom Boomershine on Biblical Storytelling, part 2

In this episode we interview Tom Boomershine, New Testament scholar, and founder of the Network of Biblical Storytellers. He will introduce us to the culture of biblical storytelling by telling the story of his personal growth in awareness of the oral origins of scripture and the revival of the medium of what we now call … Continue reading Episode 2: Tom Boomershine on Biblical Storytelling, part 1

In this episode we interview Steve Heinrichs, the Director of Indigenous-Settler Relations with Mennonite Church Canada. Steve is passionate about the church’s call to solidarity and reconciliation with our host peoples. A former pastor in the Carrier territory of northern British Columbia, he loves to help congregations grapple with the important issues that keep peoples … Continue reading Episode 1: A Reconciliation Primer (especially for settler Christians)