Bishop William H. Willimon's Podcast: Recent Episodes
Willimon, Bishop William H.
Thoughts, sermons and lectures from William H. Willimon, Resident Bishop of the Birmingham Area, North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church.
"Formation of the Soul of the Professor" AFTE Christmas Conference Woodlands UMC, Texas 07 January 2012
Ash Wednesday sermon offering repentance for the 1921 murder of a Catholic priest, Father James Edwin Coyle, by a Methodist lay pastor in Birmingham.
February 22, 2012
"What Our Church Needs Most Now—Theologians!" AFTE Christmas Conference Woodlands UMC, Texas 07 January 2012
"Following Jesus for Life" South Highlands Presbyterian Church Birmingham, Alabama 15 January 2012
"Preaching on the Edge" Celebration of Biblical Preaching Plenary Session Luther Seminary 05 October 2011
"The (Intellectual) Problem of Jesus for the Modern University" JM Synge Theatre Trinity College Dublin, Ireland 15 February 2011
"Only a Savior Like Jesus Could Love People Like You"
Duke University Chapel September 18, 2011
"Jesus the Unexpected" The Wright Lecture for Morningside College
Grace UMC Sioux City, Iowa November 16, 2011
Luncheon Q and A
Session 5 of the Fall Preaching Convocation at the Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching, Baylor University.
Afternoon Workshop
Session 6 of the Fall Preaching Convocation at the Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching, Baylor University.
Morning Workshop
Session 4 of the Fall Preaching Convocation at the Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching, Baylor University.
"How Do You Keep at Ministry?"
Session 3 of the Fall Preaching Convocation at the Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching, Baylor University. 9/21/2010
"When Preaching Works"
Session 2 of the Fall Preaching Convocation at the Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching, Baylor University. 9/20/10
George W. Truett Theological Seminary Baylor University Session 1 of the 2010 Fall Preaching Convocation and Workshop presented by Dr. William Willimon and sponsored by the Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching. Session 1 consists of Dr. Willimon's remarks at the Monday evening banquet.
The story of the resurrection of Lazarus continues in us today.
April 10, 2011 First UMC Bentonville, Arkansas
"Don't Be Afraid" Based on Matthew 28 North Alabama Conference Ordination Service Asbury UMC—Madison, Alabama June 3, 2011
Bishop Willimon was invited to speak as part of Zoe Ann Haynes Celebration Ministries, created in 2008 by Bob Haynes in honor of his late wife Zoe Ann.
"Can These Bones Live?" Based on Ezekiel 37 First UMC, Bentonville, Arkansas April 10, 2011
Bishop Willimon called in a special message to update podcast listeners on disaster relief efforts in North Alabama.
Bisop Willimon recorded a special message about the recent tornadoes that swept through Alabama and the disaster response of the United Methodist Church.
According to Bishop Willimon, to be a follower of Christ you have to get into a whole new definition of glory.
Bishop Willimon preached this sermon at the National Cathedral in Washington D.C. on April 3, 2011.
Bishop Willimon spoke at Duke University Chapel for the 75th anniversary celebration on April 18, 2010.
Bishop Willimon speaks to Candler School of Theology Evangelical Students Fellowship group about young evangelicals in today's church.
Bishop Willimon reads the first chapter of his book "This We Believe," available at Cokesbury, amazon.com, or your local Christian bookstore.
A unique service of words and song, Southern Folk Advent was recorded on December 10, 2009 at Old Church in Oxford, Georgia. Sponsored by Meridian Herald.
Bishop Willimon preached a four-part series on Day One Radio entitled Why Jesus? This is the fourth of the four, "Jesus the Homewrecker."
Bishop Willimon preached a four-part series on Day One Radio entitled Why Jesus? This is the third of the four, "Jesus the Magician."
Bishop Willimon preached a four-part series on Day One Radio entitled Why Jesus? This is the second of the four, "Jesus the Storyteller."
Bishop Willimon preached a four-part series on Day One Radio entitled Why Jesus? This is the first of the four, "Jesus the Vagabond."
Bishop Willlimon lectured Methodist church pastors in Singapore in March, 2008, using his book United Methodist Beliefs.
Bishop Willlimon lectured Methodist church pastors in Singapore in March, 2008, using his book United Methodist Beliefs.
Bishop Willlimon lectured Methodist church pastors in Singapore in March, 2008, using his book United Methodist Beliefs.
Part 3 of 5 - "Preaching Salvation: Proclaiming Jesus Saves" - Bishop Willimon was guest lecturer at Samford University's 2008 William E. Conger Jr. Lectures on Biblical Preaching. This a the Q and A session.
Bishop Willlimon lectured Methodist church pastors in Singapore in March, 2008, using his book United Methodist Beliefs.
January 12, 2008 Question and Answer session for a Laity-sponsored event on United Methodist Beliefs
Bishop Willimon served for a week as Chaplain-in-Residence at the Lakeside, Ohio Chautauqua Community, a center for religion, education, cultural arts, recreation and relaxation.
Sermon date July 23, 2010
Bishop Willimon served for a week as Chaplain-in-Residence at the Lakeside, Ohio Chautauqua Community, a center for religion, education, cultural arts, recreation and relaxation.
Sermon date July 22, 2010
Bishop Willimon served for a week as Chaplain-in-Residence at the Lakeside, Ohio Chautauqua Community, a center for religion, education, cultural arts, recreation and relaxation.
Sermon date July 21, 2010
Bishop Willimon served for a week as Chaplain-in-Residence at the Lakeside, Ohio Chautauqua Community, a center for religion, education, cultural arts, recreation and relaxation.
Sermon date July 20, 2010
Bishop Willimon served for a week as Chaplain-in-Residence at the Lakeside, Ohio Chautauqua Community, a center for religion, education, cultural arts, recreation and relaxation.
Sermon date July 19, 2010
Bishop Willimon served for a week as Chaplain-in-Residence at the Lakeside, Ohio Chautauqua Community, a center for religion, education, cultural arts, recreation and relaxation.
Sermon date July 18, 2010
Bishop Willimon was interviewed after speaking at Pastors Day 2010 at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. This is part 2 of the interview.
Bishop Willimon was interviewed after speaking at Pastors Day 2010 at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. This is part 1 of the interview.
Bishop Willimon was the speaker for Pastors Day 2010 at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego on February 19, 2010.
Bishop Willimon was the speaker for Pastors Day 2010 at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego on February 19, 2010.
The third of three sermons Bishop Willimon recorded and distributed to smaller congregations in the North Alabama Conference based on passages in the Gospels that speak to growth of the Kingdom of God.
The second of three sermons Bishop Willimon recorded and distributed to smaller congregations in the North Alabama Conference based on passages in the Gospels that speak to growth of the Kingdom of God.
The first of three sermons Bishop Willimon recorded and distributed to smaller congregations in the North Alabama Conference based on passages in the Gospels that speak to growth of the Kingdom of God.
"God Talk Preaching" Final lecture in a series of four at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
"God Talk Preaching" Lecture given as third in a series of four at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.
"God Talk Preaching" Lecture given as second in a series of four at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
"God Talk Preaching" Lecture given as first in a series of four at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
Bishop Willimon spoke at the Alabama-West Florida Conference Pastors' School on the topic "Our Calling to Fulfill."
Bishop Willimon preached at the Pittsburgh Episcopal Area Annual Conference meeting in the summer of 2009.
"Buncombe Street, Through Faith Colored Glasses" Buncombe Street UMC November 15, 2009
Bishop Willimon preached for the 175th anniversary celebration of his home church in Greenville, South Carolina.
Bishop Willimon and Rev. Ron Schultz discuss the appointment process utilized in the North Alabama Conference.
Bishop Willimon appeared on the radio Show Day1. His sermon was titled "The Peril (and the Promise) of Being Met by Jesus."
Bishop Willimon spoke on the radio program Day1, presenting the sermon entitled "Let the Little Children Come unto Me."
Bishop Willimon spoke at the graduation service at Cannon Chapel of Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, on July 31, 2009.
Bishop Willimon preached the sermon "Wonder Bread" at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 9, 2009.
Bishop Willimon recently sat down for a chat with Christian activist, author and speaker Shane Claiborne.
Bishop Willimon's presentation at the 2009 Northeastern Seminary Conference on Ministry.
Third of three lectures at Northeastern Seminary's 2009 Conference on Ministry, "Rethinking Conversion and Transformation."
A presentation at the Northeastern Seminary's 2009 Conference on Ministry, Rethinking Conversion and Transformation.
Bishop Willimon was a guest on Day1's radio broadcast and presented the sermon "How You Will Know If It's Jesus?"
Bishop Willimon was a guest on Day1's radio broadcast and presented the sermon "Extravagance."
Bishop Willimon was a guest on Day1's radio broadcast and presented the sermon "Go for the Gold."
Bishop Willimon preached the sermon "God Goes to the Kid" at the North Alabama Annual Conference Service of Commissioning, June 6, 2009.
Bishop Willimon preached the sermon "Be Young" at the Service of Ordination of Deacons and Elders at North Alabama's Annual Conference on June 5, 2009.
"The Only Good Reason to Be a Pastor" presented at the National Pastors' Center. Ken Medema sings at teh end.
Bishop Willimon's lecture at Birmingham-Southern College explores Jesus' Jewish identity.
Part 4 of 5 - "Preaching Salvation: Proclaiming Jesus Saves" - Bishop Willimon was guest lecturer at Samford University's 2008 William E. Conger Jr. Lectures on Biblical Preaching. This a the Q&A session.
Part 2 of 5 - "Preaching Salvation: Proclaiming Jesus Saves" - Bishop Willimon was guest lecturer at Samford University's 2008 William E. Conger Jr. Lectures on Biblical Preaching.
Part 1 of 5 - "Preaching Salvation: Proclaiming Jesus Saves" - Bishop Willimon was guest lecturer at Samford University's 2008 William E. Conger Jr. Lectures on Biblical Preaching.
Bishop Willimon explores the question "Who Will Be Saved?" as guest speaker for the Pirtle Series at Marvin UMC in Tyler, Texas.
Bishop Willimon explores the question "Who Will Be Saved?" as guest speaker for the Pirtle Series at Marvin UMC in Tyler, Texas.
Bishop Willimon explores the question "Who Will Be Saved?" as guest speaker for the Pirtle Series at Marvin UMC in Tyler, Texas.
Bishop Willimon explores the question "Who Will Be Saved?" as guest speaker for the Pirtle Series at Marvin UMC in Tyler, Texas.
Sermon delivered at First United Methodist Church of San Diego on February 3, 2008, "Scared to Be with Jesus."
Bishop Willimon lectured on "Becoming a Missional Leader" at Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tennessee, September 2008. Part 3 of 3.
Bishop Willimon lecture of September 4, 2008. His topic was "Becoming a Missional Leader." Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tennessee. Part 1 of 3.
Bishop Willimon lecture of September 4, 2008. His topic was "Becoming a Missional Leader." Opryland Resort, Nashville, Tennessee. Part 1 of 3.
Bishop Willimon recently received a list of questions from a book study group regarding his book "Who Will Be Saved?" He shares the questions and answers.
Bishop William H. Willimon preached at Arlington UMC in Arlington, Texas. This is the third of three in the sermon series "Jesus Saves."
Bishop William H. Willimon preached at Arlington UMC in Arlington, Texas. This is the first of three in the sermon series "Jesus Saves."
Bishop William H. Willimon preached at Arlington UMC in Arlington, Texas. This is the first of three in the sermon series "Jesus Saves."
Christus Lecture and discussion presented at Spring Hill College, Mobile, Alabama, in April 2008.
Bishop Will Willimon preaching at a Duke University Service of Worship on 10/12/2004 - When is it the right time or the right place to deliver God's message?
Bishop Will Willimon preaching at a Duke University Service of Worship on 10/10/2004 - Is Christianity a Revealed Religion?
Bishop Will Willimon preaching at a Duke University Service of Worship on 10/03/2004 - A Great Towering Contradiction
Bishop Will Willimon preaching at a Duke University Service of Worship on 07/25/2004 - The Hard Part About Prayer
Bishop Will Willimon preaching at a Duke University Service of Worship on 06/27/2004 - He Set His Face Toward Jerusalem
Bishop Will Willimon preaching at a Duke University Service of Worship on 05/23/2004 - Do Christians, Muslims and Jews worship the same God?
January 12, 2008 This message was delivered at ClearBranch United Methodist Church for a Laity-sponsored event on United Methodist Beliefs
December 9, 2007 This message was delivered for the Washington National Cathedral. Re-podcasted by permission. You can also find this podcast at http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/centennial/SF071209.shtml
Ocrober 15, 2007 This message was delivered at the 17th Annual Christian Leaders Conference at Salt Lake Theological Seminary.
February 18, 2007 The Sunday Next before Lent The Reverend Dr. William Willimon, Bishop of the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church, Birmingham, Alabama.
This podcast featured from: http://www.memorialchurch.harvard.edu/publications/archive.shtml
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 3 of 3 - Part 1 of 1
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 2 of 3 - Part 3 of 3
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 2 of 3 - Part 2 of 3
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 2 of 3 - Part 1 of 3
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 1 of 3 - Part 3 of 3
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 1 of 3 - Part 2 of 3
The Miracle of Preaching - J. Hubert Henderson Conference - Lecture 1 of 3 - Part 1 of 3
3 of 3 - Session 3 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
2 of 3 - Session 3 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
1 of 3 - Session 3 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
3 of 3 - Session 2 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
2 of 3 - Session 2 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
1 of 3 - Session 2 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
3 of 4 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
4 of 4 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
2 of 4 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas
1 of 4 - "Ministry with College-Age People" - 2007 Bishop's Week - June 21-23 - Mt. Sequoyah - Fayetteville, Arkansas