FBC Perspective: Recent Episodes
FBC Kelowna
FBC Kelowna's weekly podcast. We will bring you interviews, thought provoking questions and spiritual guidance, throughout the Covid-19 global pandemic.
Kevin talks to Dr. Axel Schoeber about lessons from the historical church for today's struggle with Covid.
Kevin talks to Arrow Leadership President and author Steve Brown, about the importance of character in leadership.
Check out Steve's book 'Jesus Centered: Focusing On Jesus In A Distracted World'
Pastor Kevin talks to health professional Rachelle Kerber, about the effect of food and exercise on our well-being.
Rachelle's book recommendation: Food Rules by Michael Pollan, and Eat to Live by Joel Fuhrman
Daily discipline: Eating one or two pieces of chocolate a day
Pastor Kevin talks to Author Mark Gordon about his Book “Relationship Matters”.
Mark’s book recommend: “Replenish” by Lance Witt Daily discipline: Intentionally checking in on people close to you
Church leaders reflect on how the Covid pandemic has challenged the church and presented positive opportunities.
Book Recommendations:
Keith: Working the Angles-Eugene Peterson
David: Living in the Vision of God-Dallas Willard
Mark: A Book of Uncommon Prayer-Brian Doyle
Life-giving habits/disciplines:
Keith: Do something you love weekly, something you GET to do, not something you HAVE to do
David: Taking Sabbath seriously
Mark: A daily walk
Pastor Kevin Talks to Leadership Coach, Author, and Speaker Ron Schlitt about “Strengths Finder” and personal potential.
Ron’s book recommendation: “Now, Discover Your Strengths” by Marcus Buckingham (And Gallup) Ron’s habit/discipline that has affected his life for the better: the discipline of valuing diversity by active listening.
Pastor Kevin talks with speaker and spiritual director Cheryl Buchanan, about the importance of spiritual direction and out faith journeys.
Cheryl's Book Recommendation: Inner Compass: An Invitation to Ignatian Spirituality - Margaret Silf
Cheryl's habit/discipline that has affected her life for the better: The practice of "daily examine"
Spiritual direction resource website: Spiritual Directors International ( sdicompanions.org )
Kevin talks to guest Jodi Spargur about Orange Shirt day and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Show Notes
Guest: Jodi Spargur (Catalyzer from Healing at the Wounding Place in Vancouver BC)
Jodi’s book recommend:
“Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Jodi’s habit/discipline that has made her life better:
Mindful/prayerful Breathing
Orange Shirt day is September 30
In this final episode of the season, Pastor Kevin talks about the importance of loving where you live, and what that means.
Pastor Kevin talks to Rev. Doug Ward from Arrow Leadership about leadership development and the life of a leader.
Pastor Kevin talks with author Mark Buchanan about the importance of walking as spiritual discipline that positively impacts spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental well being.
Pastor Kevin talks with Rob Ogilve, the Executive Minister of the CBWC, about Church responses to current world events.
Pastor Kevin talks with Dr. Brad Penner, of Carey Theological College, about the importance of the doctrine of the Trinity.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest Rob about partnerships with local churches to eliminate poverty in the "Global South Countries".
Pastor Kevin talks with guest Jinger from Kelowna Community Church about the effects of Covid-19 on Kelowna's Homeless Population.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest John about how the Covid-19 pandemic has changed life for residents and staff at the Missionwodd Retirement Resort.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest James about what university campus ministry looks like in the midst of Social distancing.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest Sarah about what teen ministry looks like in the midst of social distancing, and how to adapt on the fly.
Pastor Kevin talks with guests Andrea and Lauren about the new reality of working from home, and how that affects us and our families.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest Craig about the grief that has arisen for many amid the Covid-19 pandemic, and how that grief can affect our lives.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest Melissa about the effects of social isolation on our mental well-being, as we do our best to help flatten the curve by staying home.
Pastor Kevin talks with guest Adrian about staying healthy, mentally, spiritually, and physically, while staying home and practicing social distancing.