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Counter Culture – We want to meet and engage the innovators, the doers, and the rebels who are stepping into the breeches of our day. Who are those who are making our world a more loving and compassionate place? Who are the those who are building peace and connections in a horribly divided land? And who are those who are lifting up culture with Kingdom values to promote human flourishing? Let’s have some fun and challenging conversations to help us to think, grow and walk courageously down the narrow road.
How would you describe beauty? This conversation continues with a deeper dive into the question of, “what is beautiful”. The Gen Z generation is asking this spiritual question as they seek to find beauty in our world, within the walls of our churches, and in our communities. Based on robust research, Trisha weaves together data, insights and her own personal journey to unlock the essence of beauty. Imagine a world where each one of us becomes a creator of beautiful experiences, places, and environments.
Discover the fascinating world of Gen Z – their mindset, aspirations, values, and beliefs on the world and faith. Often misunderstood, this unique generation is distinguished as the first to grow up with the internet as part of their daily life. Prepare to delve into the depths of this significant group, learning from them and forging a path towards a brighter future. If you are a parent or work with someone in this generation, this is especially for you! Trisha Shank shares her expertise and research on this fascinating group.
Katie is the Executive Director of AZ127, an organization that serves vulnerable children and families through Foster Care. It is easy to be overwhelmed with all the brokenness and pain in this world and feel like hope is eluding and waning. Jesus invites all to come sit at the table with Him and find hope and healing. At His table you’ll find outcasts, the hungry, the poor, the marginalized, the doubters, because there is always room at His table for everyone! Sit around the “table” with us and listen to stories of hope and transformation.
We so often say, “What does it mean to love my neighbor?” In this conversation, a revisited and new look at the question of “Who is my neighbor? It is easy to run through life focused on what is right in front of us, what is obvious and visible. But what about what is around us, maybe not easily seen? Let’s change the “what” to “who”! Who is God calling us to see? From the beginning we were created to partner with God, starting in the garden but moving out into the city where we are to cultivate and transform culture and communities. How should we show up?
Get ready for this one! This unique episode takes us inside one woman’s traumatic story of survival, genocide, abuse, but also, redemption, love and forgiveness. Warning: some aspects could be triggering with some of the subject matter discussed. Woven throughout Shema’s story is the transforming power of God’s love, her courage to forgive and the peace that only Jesus can give. You will walk away inspired.
Today, we continue part two of our conversation with author, Mark Nelson, who along with Alan Hirsch wrote the influential book, Reframation: Seeing God, People, and Mission Through Reenchanted Frames.
If you could see the copy of my book, you would instantly recognize the profound effect it is having on my life and work by all the highlights and markings. Go behind the scenes as Mark shares profound insights, as well as his own personal discoveries, regarding the book and the creative process behind it. Prepare to be transformed as you gain a fresh perspective on Jesus, comprehending the vastness of His being and the intimacy of His presence in your own life, all while understanding how our actions ripple outward and influence others, if we are paying attention. Please run to Amazon and get your own copy. We’d love to hear your thoughts at AmplifyPeace.com
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At Amplify Peace, our focus revolves around the art of asking thought-provoking, questions—questions that embody respect and intentionality. Questions serve as keys that unlock doors to uncharted territories, inviting us into journeys of self-discovery and adventure. Today, we invite you to contemplate a few important questions: Why is it essential to reframe the gospel or the message of Jesus in our present times? Have we inadvertently diminished the awe-inspiring beauty, the profound wonder, and the mysterious transformative power of Jesus in our own lives and the lives of others? Perhaps it is time we reconsider how we perceive and engage with Jesus and the message of the gospel.
Mark Nelson joins our show as we peel back the onion and go deeper into what it means to live and talk Jesus in a world searching for meaning, connection, beauty and purpose. Mark, together with Alan Hirsch, authored the influential book titled Reframation: Seeing God, People, and Mission Through Reenchanted Frames, which has not only reshaped our perspectives but also has informed our work. Come in curious!
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In this episode, join Rachel Brown, an internationally recognized peace advocate, and host Lisa Jernigan as they unravel the significance of peace in every aspect of our lives. With Rachel's extensive experience in countering dangerous rhetoric and preventing identity-based violence, she shares powerful insights that will transform your perspective. With Rachel's extensive background as the Founder and Executive Director of Over Zero, an organization dedicated to preventing identity-based violence, her expertise shines through. Drawing from her years of experience in building resilience and countering dangerous rhetoric, Rachel shares invaluable insights and practical strategies for creating a world free from conflict and division.
Join Lisa Jernigan and Steve Haas, an extraordinary innovator and communicator, as they explore the remarkable impact of heeding God's prompts. With Steve's extensive executive leadership background in faith institutions and his involvement in transformative global programs like combating HIV/AIDS and poverty, this episode dives into the life-changing power of God's guidance and His prompts. Prepare to be captivated by inspiring stories of daring faith, divine redirection, and breakthrough moments. Discover how embracing God's prompts leads to uncharted territories, unexpected twists, and unparalleled joy. Get ready to embark on a transformative adventure that will ignite your faith and open your eyes to the limitless possibilities of following God's leading. We don’t have to live settled, when there is an adventure waiting for us!
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Nine years ago, God led Jose to create a new space, a Prayer Breakfast for Law Enforcement and Firefighters. Today, the breakfast fills the gym at Grand Canyon University and brings together, Marketplace, Government and Faith leaders, united in prayer for our first responders. As a pastor for over 33 years, Jose, shares his journey of listening to God and moving forward when it is God’s idea and his leading, not just his own. Is there something God is placing on your heart that He is leading you towards? Join us! www.josegonzalezq.aol.com
John Paul Reiger from Phoenix Seminary joins Counter Culture. We talk about what is happening with this important institution here in Arizona and why it is so critical that we learn how the Bible can not only teach us about God and Jesus but shape how we live, work and think about the world.
Most people want peace in the world, but what do we actually have to do differently to make that happen? Join us as we have a conversation with one of Arizona's great unifiers and connectors, Dave Drum.
Most people want to be more kind and loving. But do we have what it takes? Jonathan and Lisa explore the most important prerequisite to being used to bring about peace on earth. Part 2 gets into practical steps we can do to examine ourselves.
Most people want to be more kind and loving. But do we have what it takes? Jonathan and Lisa explore the most important prerequisite to being used to bring about peace on earth. Plus, Jonathan tries to spice up the Counter Culture brand and Lisa isn't very impressed.
As a single mom raising two children, Tammy understood what it felt like to live with fear, insecurity and hopelessness that parenting in crisis can bring. Tammy’s life is an amazing example of what happens when God transforms and redeems our story into something beautiful and something He uses to impact others. As the Executive Director/CEO of Hope Women’s Center, Tammy is passionate about ministering to women and teens facing any difficult life situation to offer hope, provide tools to create positive life changes and surround them with unconditional love. Healing and Hope are available. hopewomenscenter.org
Are you familiar with Arizona Baptist Children’s Services & Family Ministries? You won’t forget them once you hear their story and the work they are doing all over Arizona. Michelle servers as VP of Development and Communications and as a born and raised Arizonan, has a heart for our state and people who call it home – especially those who need a reminder that they are valued and have worth. Understand why over 1800 volunteers continue to give over 50,000 hours each year to make this world a better place for all! abcs.org
As lifelong pastor and leader, Doug Lake knows all too well the unique burdens put on leaders. Much of leadership development focuses on helping to achieve the goals and objectives of organizations. Doug helps leaders grow in character and vulnerability to help leaders be more emotionally and spiritually healthy first. Great discussion.
Joel Trout, Program Director for the House of Refugee at Sunnyslope shares his decades of experience and wisdom walking alongside those who find themselves homeless. He shares an approach which comes from a full understanding of God's love and human nature that can help put people back on their feet with dignity and purpose.
Peacemaking is an appealing idea to most of us. But often times we fail to foster peace because we are sitting on the wrong mountain. Jonathan and Lisa discuss Masada and Golgotha and how we posture ourselves towards the world.
As a speaker, innovator, mentor and coach, Renee finds creative approaches to equip people to know themselves deeply and find a place of hope and restoration in relationships. Are you a student of yourself? We often don’t take time to “see” ourselves and get curious, we keep moving along and dismiss our own needs. Take time for yourself and listen in . . .
What could happen if you had a pastor and a skeptic read through the bible together? Our show this week with Jeremy Jernigan takes us inside their conversation for some interesting insights and revelations. When was the last time you had a conversation with someone who has a totally different belief system than your own? Are you open to listening to their perspective without the pressure of agreeing? Could the dialogue itself be a gift for your own personal journey and growth? www.jeremyjernigan.com
People often ask, “I love wine and I love Jesus, but can they go together?”
There is a remarkable journey from the grape vine to the crushing of grapes to the mixing of various ingredients in the maturation process of wine. It is art, it is beautiful, it is transformational – the process from vine to wine. There was a time when Jesus transformed water into wine during His first miracle at a party.
Wine has played a significant role in many religious and cultural traditions throughout history, including Christianity. Today wine is a social connection from wine tastings to sommeliers. Jeremy Jernigan takes us on a journey into vineyards, wine, new conversations and Jesus. Jesus is still all about transformation . . . with us.
Join us on Counter Culture on this week's episode as we explore how proximity creates possibilities. Are you looking to deepen your understanding of how relationships can drive peace? Then tune in and join Jonathan Sanborn and Lisa Jernigan as they share their experiences and insights on the power of proximity to break down barriers, build bridges, and create new possibilities. Always a lively conversation with practical tips and personal stories. Be part of the conversation as we discuss the role you can play in creating possibilities through proximity. Don’t miss!
As Josue and his wife were in the journey of being foster parents, their hearts were broken for not only the children, but also for the parents situation. Josue now serves as Area Director for CarePortal in Arizona and helps local churches meet tangible needs of families to help keep them together.
Billy Thrall has been a leader in churches, government and movements in Arizona for decades. But a freak head injury two years ago brought everything to a halt and started a long, hard road of recovery. Great conversation about being broken and wrestling with God through hard times.
How do we see the human side of challenges that plague our communities rather than seeing through systems and politics? We are quick to create solutions, even if they are short term - bandage effect. But, is that enough? Join this conversation with Kelli Donley Williams as we look holistically through the human side to seek long term ways that will transform lives with generational effects.
Why is it so dangerous to make public health political?
What can we all do to make our communities healthier?
Kelli Donley Williams was born and raised in Arizona. She has been an avid reader and writer since childhood, which led to studying journalism in college. After volunteering in west Africa, she returned to school to study public health. She is the author of four novels. Inspiration for her stories comes from working in the developing world in international health and her love of Arizona. Her latest project underway is a retelling of the book of Ruth from the perspective of a foster child. Kelli is married, has several unruly terriers, a garden full of tomato plants, and more books than she can ever read. When she isn't writing, she's knitting. She continues to work in public health. She can be found online on twitter: @arizonakelli or at kellidonley.com
Lisa and Jonathan take time to reflect on the highlights of 2022 and what they are looking forward to going into 2023.
Lisa cuts through Jonathan's trash talking to get him to focus. And with Christmas coming, how can we focus on what really matters? Christians want to keep the focus on Jesus but how best to do that? And what does Jesus want from us if we are to celebrate Him?
Behind every "issue" is a person. Diana is a talented student studying law at Grand Canyon University. But her situation is in constant jeopardy because when she was four years old, her parents came to America without documentation. Great to sit down and hear her powerful story of living as a "Dreamer".
Olivier Fleury is back! The former director of Youth With A Mission in Switzerland is compelled by an extraordinary vision to mobilize Christians and ignite a celebration of the 2,000 years of the resurrection of Jesus in 2033. What will you be bringing to the party?
Lisa is back from her trip to Africa and shares what she learned. And Jonathan is happy to hear she had some encounters with monkeys.
It's common to avoid difficult people. But Nicole Salusky was the opposite. She wanted to know what made that person tick and what could be done to help. That drive has helped shaped a career serving at-risk children. Nicole serves with Christian Family Care in Arizona and shares her journey to serve and need we have with the many children in our foster care system.
Jennifer Evans was traveling around the world doing humanitarian work. As noble as the work appeared, she carried with her an addiction that was quietly destroying her life from the inside. Jennifer has since overcome addiction, burnout, and mental health challenges to serve as the Executive Director of Grace Sober Living, a non-profit organization based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Tori Hope Petersen is a former foster youth letting her Abba Father be known through her stories. Tori is a wife, biological mom and adoptive mom. She is a national speaker, writer, and advocate. She founded Beloved Initiative, a nonprofit where in community people learn how to become professional lovers of people. A leading voice in child welfare, Tori is a social entrepreneur who has advocated to congressmen and women and White House policy staffers to reform the foster care system. Her memoir “Fostered” is now available on Amazon.
Every day we are bombarded by media from many sources. You can’t escape it! How do we decipher what is accurate and truthful? Right now we find ourselves immersed in an election season and as this one ends another one is just around the corner – 2024! No matter the outcomes, no matter the winners and losers, the results can be disturbing and disrupting.
This week our guest on Counter Culture is Don Henninger, who along with Ron Barber Co-Chair the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network. Their aim is to protect Arizona elections by fighting falsehoods and encouraging common values.
We all have a voice. Are we perpetuating falsehoods or standing and spreading truth?
To listen to Don’s Podcast, Today and Tomorrow in Scottsdale: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/today-and-tomorrow-in-scottsdale/id1560402620
Craig Carter had been working at Intel for 25 years. But his work with the Intel Cross-Faith Leaders Alliance the past few years has exploded and led to ministry to thousands of employees around the world. Exciting story of what is possible when we love people where God has placed us.
There are many ways people get hurt in this fallen world. We often think of dark forces and bad people out there that hurt others. But tragically, the church has also hurt people and many people are left wounded by the very people and institution the God designed to bring hope and healing. Marc Lucas, host of the Form Show and long time minister shares his heart to love and serve these beloved people. Plus, I talk about my awesome new socks.
Our culture is hard wired for division. It's us vs them. Good vs evil. Jonathan and Lisa have a lively discussion on the intrinsic danger of seeing everything in binary terms and mindsets. Plus, can Lisa figure out by the name if a building is a church or a weed shop?
Did you know that over one million foreign-born students are enrolled at US colleges and universities? Locally, the campus of ASU is the number one public university chosen by international students with more than 13,000 from more that 136 countries enrolled. What does that mean for us? The people of so many nations are among us, and we have incredible opportunities to bless and serve these young adults and families with love and hospitality. Many of these students go back home and become leaders and influencers on many different levels, including government. We can make a difference because of Jesus.
BIO
Charles Boyle
International Students Club Campus Minister
Charles Boyle is a former advertising executive who has spent the past 30 years helping the local church fulfill their God given directive to make disciples of all nations. He and his wife, Tracey, are currently full-time missionaries with International Students Inc. Their purpose is to share Christ’s love with international students and to equip them for effective service in cooperation with the local church and others. Thousands of international students live within a few miles of their home, and they thrive in being able to bless the students.
Too often, people in prison are the people we want to disappear. And after they have served their time, they often enter a world that does not want them. Thankfully, there are people who work to change this. Jay Cory is the CEO of Alongside Ministries, which goes into prisons and shares Jesus while walking with them even after they leave. Wonderful stories about God's redemption in people's lives.
Have you ever felt inadequate, fumbling for the right words to encourage, inspire or comfort someone in a tough situation? Our conversation this week on Counter Culture takes us behind the scenes with Scott Martin and some of the challenging conversations he has mediating conflict in places all over the world. He just returned from Europe, training people through the traumas of conflict and war, specifically with those suffering the effects in Ukraine right now. He guides us through those delicate conversations and how we can show up and meet people where they are at. So many good practical tips.
Scott Martin is a Mediator & Conflict Coach with Mediators Beyond Borders International, a landscape architect-turned-peacebuilder, a former chapter president of MBBI-LA and former co-leader of MBBI’s Rwanda project. Martin has been engaged with MBBI for about a decade as a founding member. In 2017, Martin became a Rotary Peace Fellow at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand.
We want to have meaningful conversations but it seems too often we settle into patterns. We end up having spent time talking but feel no less connected. Join Lisa and Jonathan as they explore the art of conversation and how we can conversations that foster connection, peace and unity.
So many times we know about an organization only from a present day perspective and are blinded to its rich history. On our show this week, you will learn a fascinating backstory to one such organization that has impacted our lives today (and we don’t even realize it). Today, it is still affecting our world and our communities through their various humanitarian projects, locally and globally. Hear from a peacemaker who is committed to making our world a better place. Curious? Be inspired as we were during this interview!
Joining us this week on Counter Culture is Larry Horton. Larry retired in 2016 from the Phoenix Police Department and is the current Rotary District Governor here in Arizona. He has a heart for kids in the Foster Care system and engages deeply to serve the community in various capacities.
We recently celebrated May as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. What many of us may not be aware of is that Asian Americans in recent years have become increasingly vulnerable to various acts of violence, racism, discrimination and harassment. How do we intentionally listen to their stories, their realities and their fears through the lens of peacemaking. This week on Counter Culture Radio we listen to a woman who understands what this community faces and shares her own personal story as a Asian woman.
Born in Vietnam, Linh Bashara came to the states at an early age after the war in 1975. She and her husband own and manage a children’s dental office. Linh also loves being a bible teacher in the evenings and is mom to two teenage boys. Her story is powerful.
Join us this week on Counter Culture/Amplify Peace Radio as we continue part 2 of our conversation with Pastor Jon Moton, Gilbert Campus Pastor at Central AZ. Jon continues to candidly share insights and challenges of living as a person of color in our culture today and how we all can respond more empathetically.
Jon has been serving in ministry for over thirty years in several capacities in Southern California, Texas, and is currently the Gilbert Campus Pastor with Central Christian Church in Arizona. Jon loves to see the Church at her best through peacemaking, inclusion, redemption, and reconciliation.
Jonathan and Lisa share the mic with special guest, Jon Moton, Gilbert Campus Pastor with Central Christian AZ for a candid and insightful conversation. How does it feel to be a black pastor in a predominantly white church? How do recent events, like the racially charged Buffalo shooting, emotionally impact people considering their ethnicity and race? We need more people like Jon and more conversations like this!
Jon has been serving in ministry for over thirty years in several capacities in Southern California, Texas, and is currently the Gilbert Campus Pastor with Central Christian Church in Arizona. Jon loves to see the Church at her best through peacemaking, inclusion, redemption, and reconciliation.
What happens when you receive a vision so big you know it can only be accomplished by the movement and direction of God? Olivier, former director of Youth With A Mission in Switzerland, is compelled by an extraordinary vision to mobilize Christians and ignite a celebration of the 2,000 years of the resurrection of Jesus. You are going to be learning and hearing more about the “Jesus Celebration 2033” in the next year.
Join Jonathan, Lisa and Olivier as they go behind the scenes in a conversation about taking an extraordinary vision and idea, casting the vision and then mobilizing others on a large scale to bring to reality. What if the global church in all its diversity came together for such a celebration with the focus solely on Jesus? Let’s imagine and let’s get involved.
Where Do I Start?
Where do I start? Do you have an idea, a passion you want to pursue, something you want to start but don’t know where or how to begin? We’ve been there! Listen in to this conversation with Jonathan and Lisa as they share their own personal journey’s and what they have learned from others and what might be a counter-intuitive approach. You’ll leave with practical steps and the stories behind them that will make the steps stick. @jonathansanborn @LisaJonesJernigan #Faithtalk1360 #AmplifyPeace #CounterCulture #WheredoIStart #NewAdventure
Amplify Peace is now on Faithtalk1360 radio with weekly 30 minutes shows! Counter Culture/Amplify Peace can be heard live on Mondays at 8:30 pm EST and then as a podcast following the airing of the show. This is a place where you can meet and engage with the innovators, the doers, and the rebels who are stepping into the breeches of our day. Meet those who are making our world a more loving and compassionate place. It’s all about peacemaking!
There are moments in life that happen and catch us off guard and may perhaps trigger an emotional response. How can we respond? Our guest this week on Counter Culture, Sommer Knight, Co-Director of Foster360, a nonprofit under Mesa United Way talked with us about a holistic approach towards trauma-informed responses, care and empowerment. She specifically shared with us realities of young adults who have aged out of Foster Care. This is something we all need to hear and, in some way, be part of solutions. @jonathansanborn #AmplifyPeace #CounterCulture #FosterCare #Trauma