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Sit back and enjoy the ride as we explore the people, places, and events of Restoration history. All your favorite topics and a whole lot more. Nothing is off the table, and we dig deep. Cuppa Joe is also home to the Community of Christ Historic Sites seasonal lecture series featuring follow-up interviews with all the presenters.
Systemic Racism isn’t a popular or comfortable topic, and it’s not just limited to the secular world. Unfortunately, history shows that the Church universal has not been immune to its grasp, and neither have the Restoration traditions. Join Cuppa Joe host Wendy Eaton as she sits down with Matthew Harris to talk about insights from...Source
From tavern keeper to prominent figure in Restoration history, William Marks is the focus of this episode of Cuppa Joe. Host Wendy Eaton sits down with Cheryl Bruno and John Dinger, co-authors of Come Up Hither to Zion: William Marks and the Mormon Concept of Gathering, to hear a little more about what they learned while researching...Source
Wendy Eaton joins the Project Zion team for the first time as a host with an episode of Cuppa Joe highlighting the first in the 2025 Winter Series, “An Evening with the Historians.” That’s right, the Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation has put together another great line up of authors who share their latest...Source
As Community of Christ moves closer to the historic moment of considering the call of the first woman President/Prophet of the church, Stassi Cramm, there is no better time to reflect with Karin Peter and historian extraordinaire, Wendy Eaton, to take a look across the years at all the women who have had a prophetic...Source
The call to prayer made by one woman in Lamoni, IA in the late 1800s sparks the interest of thousands of women around the world and raises the ire of a lot of men. Eleanor Kearney hasn’t been spoken of much in the church, but she’s another of the unsung women heroes of the church. ...Source
The Wight family has a long history of serving the church, and Estella Wight was no exception. A prolific author who got her start by submitting a story to Marietta Walker at a young age, and then going on to work for Herald Publishing for many years, Estella filled the minds and hearts of the...Source
No one in their right mind would sign up to go it alone on the frontier ... raising a family, tending a farm, and everything else that goes with it. Well, no one except the women who were part of the early Reorganization. Women whose husbands served as missionaries and were gone for long periods of time. It’s those women whose stories we hear in these special episodes of Cuppa Joe. Join two amazing modern-day Women of the Reorganization, host Karin Peter and historian Wendy Eaton, for this episode in the Women of the Reorganization series, to hear the inspiring story of another of those women... Lizzie Blair.Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
We don’t have to look too closely to find things in our past that may have been progressive at the time, but are considered embarrassing by many in today’s context. In those cases, we must ask, “Face it or erase it?” In this episode of Cuppa Joe, host Robin Linkhart talks with Lach Mackay about the First Presidency’s response to World Conference Resolution G-2 which called for Section 116 of the Doctrine and Covenants to be removed and placed in historical records. See why facing it can be the more responsible choice.Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
How is it that someone with so much influence on the church has gotten so little attention? Join host Karin Peter for an insightful discussion on the life and legacy of William Marks, a prominent figure in Mormon history. Historians John Dinger and Cheryl Bruno share their in-depth research and upcoming book release, shedding light on Marks' unwavering faith and enduring influence. Don't miss this captivating exploration of Restoration history. Stay tuned for the release of their book in May!Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Physical places have always played an important role in preserving history. Much more important for a church called to Christ’s mission is how we integrate it into our lives, learn from it, and carry it forward by becoming the storytellers that keep it alive. In this episode of Cuppa Joe, Apostle Lach Mackay (also Director of Historic Sites and a direct descendent of Joseph Smith III) sits down with host Karin Peter, to share his own perspective on the recent sale of important historic properties. He talks about how he is processing the news as well as talks about how he is finding hope for the future ... and how our history will continue to play a vital role in our identity going forward.
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Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
You don’t have to be a church leader to make church history. Bertha Greer made her mark by using her gifts and vocation as a doctor to serve the church. In this fascinating conversation with host Karin Peter, historian and cemetery enthusiast, Wendy Eaton, explores not only Bertha’s life and contributions but many of her family as well. You’ll even get introduced to a man or two in this episode of the Women in the Restoration series. And, who knows, there might even be a little scandal hiding in here somewhere.
Related Episodes:
- 438 | Cuppa Joe | Historic Sites Foundation Fall 2021 Lecture Series | Community of Christ History in Wales
- 292 | Cuppa Joe | Nauvoo Polygamy and the RLDS Church
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Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
We’ve all heard it before … there’s no sense in re-creating the wheel. All we have to do is make a couple of adjustments. Not everyone rides a bike after all. We need wheels adapted for cars, trains, wagons, etc. You get the idea! In this episode of Cuppa Joe, Robin Linkhart and Karin Peter will give a sneak peek into a new resource in the works that takes one of our “wheels” (the Cuppa Joe Theo-History Series) and modifies their content to create usable take-and-go lessons for reunions, congregations, small groups, and individuals. Just another creative way to share the gift that resides in every episode of Project Zion Podcast.Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Fred M. is most often associated with the briefly held church policy known as Supreme Directional Control, but there’s more to Fred than a single policy. In her recent lecture for the Historic Sites Foundation, Christin Mackay takes a look at Fred’s more personal side by sharing stories and anecdotes from his family’s time in Salt Lake City. Join host Karin Peter and guest Christin Mackay as they journey along with the Smiths to early 1900s Utah, and get to know another side of Fred M.
View Christin’s lecture, here.
Listen to the Cuppa Joe episode on Ruth Smith (#603).
Feel free to contact Christin Mackay via email at cmackay@cofchrist.org.Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
It’s never too early or too late to stand up for what’s right... or to stand against what’s wrong. Though it took revelation from Wallace B. Smith to make the necessary change, women, and their advocates, started fighting for equality in the church for many years before that revelation arrived. Thanks to the work of grassroots groups like AWARE, the clarion call for equality and justice was heard around the church. Join Cuppa Joe host Karin Peter, for an engaging conversation with Historic Sites Foundation lecturers Nancy Ross and David Howlett. Here, you’ll get just a taste of what is available in the full lecture.
View Nancy and David’s lecture, here.
If you have stories about the women’s ordination or the struggle to get there, please share those with David (dhowlett@smith.edu) and Nancy (nancy.ross@utahtech.edu). Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Long before the ordination of women in Community of Christ, women were leading and contributing to the church in critical ways. Take the Sunday School Association and development of study curriculum for children, youth and young adults for instance. Did you know that two of the major players in that development were un-ordained women? And one of them was someone we don’t hear much about, Christiana Steadman Salyards. Join host Karin Peter as she sits down with guest Wendy Eaton for another episode of Cuppa Joe in which Wendy gives us some up close and personal insight into this amazing woman in church history.Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Thanks to the efforts of the Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation, we are able to share this special Christmas episode of Cuppa Joe. Sit back and listen to Christmas tales of old from Kirtland, Nauvoo, Plano and Lamoni (Liberty Hall and Graceland University). Get a taste of the joy and wonder that have surrounded the Christmas traditions of church members, young and old, for generations. If you’re not in the Christmas spirit before listening, you’re sure to be by the end.
Find more Cuppa Joe episodes, here. Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
We’ve said it here at Project Zion many times, and it bears repeating … “We sing our faith into being.” And, we’ve been doing just that for generations. Over time, because our understandings of God have deepened and our beliefs have shifted from time to time, some hymns no longer fit with the direction that Community of Christ is being called. In comes John Charles Duffy with a fresh perspective on how to honor our past and move into the future with some of those old favorites. Join host, Karin Peter, and guest, John Charles Duffy, for a follow-up conversation to his Historic Sites Fall Lecture titled, "There's an Old Old Song: Hymns as Objects of Historic Restoration." It’s sure to get you thinking!!
Watch John Charles Duffy’s Lecture, here.
Links to other lectures can be found, here.
To see the hymns John mentions in this podcast, go to:
- JWHA Hymn Fest 2022
- JSHS Service of Remembrance 2023
Feel free to contact John Charles Duffy via email with any questions: johncharlesduffy@gmail.comDownload Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Now that this “theo-history” journey is coming to an end, what can we take away from it that will enhance our vision for the future? Much has happened since the start of our movement... some good, some not so good … but all of it is filled with valuable teaching moments that remind us of the experiences that contributed to who we are and provided the foundations for who we are called to become. You may just be surprised at the conclusions to which Karin, Lach, and Tony come … conclusions that have incredible relevancy in light of the issues we face as we enter the next era.Download Transcript
Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
From the dust-covered shelves of church history comes the amazing, though often difficult, story of yet another incredibly resilient woman who had a significant impact on the church, the people, and even the world. With a gentle spirit, Nina Smith brought ministry and compassion to so many through her music as well as many roles in association with the presidency of the church (daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, wife, and sister/mother). Join host, Karin Peter, and guest Wendy Eaton as they take a step back in time to give us a glimpse into the wonderful woman that Nina was.
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Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services). All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Controversy, disjunctive revelation, significant change, a new temple, and a connection to essential meaning. This episode of Cuppa Joe continues the theo-history saga with resident panel members, Lach Machay and Tony Chvala-Smith, sitting down with host, Karin Peter to take a look at the Wallace B. Smith era in the church. Grab your coffee and settle in for a fascinating discussion of some of what the church and its leadership encountered during the eighteen years in which “Wally B.” served as RLDS (now Community of Christ) President-Prophet.
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Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Meet Ruth Smith. Teacher, author, and recognized intellectual contender of her husband Fred M. Smith. In this episode of Cuppa Joe which continues a discussion about women in the restoration, host Karin Peter and guest Wendy Eaton engage in a fascinating conversation about Ruth based solely on information gathered from female voices … a first. Here, you’ll get a sense of Ruth’s profound influence, protective nature, incredible intellect, sense of humor, and storytelling savvy.
For questions, feel free to contact Wendy Eaton via email at weaton@cofchrist.org.
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Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
The last place you might expect to experience a revolution is in the church, but we’ve heard tell that a religion without a theological revolution is a dead religion. Does that hold true for the church? If so, we’re in good shape because revolutionaries have been a part of the church for a long time, and the W Wallace Smith era was no exception. Listen in as host Karin Peter engages regular guests, Historian and current Apostle Lach Mackay and Theologian Tony Chavala-Smith for a fascinating look into some of the important events and theological shifts of the church during the tenure of Prophet President W Wallace Smith.
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Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Who knew history could be so exciting? Barbara Walden and Lach Machay... that’s who! But, it doesn’t have to stop with them. Your story is church history. Join host Carla Long as she sits down with Barb and Lach to hear about what’s happening with the Community of Christ Historic Sites, the role that the Historic Sites foundation plays in the church’s historic sites, and the ways that you too can become part of sharing our history or making new history.
For more information about internships, contact Apostle Lach Machay at lmachay@cofchrist.org.
For more information on the Historic Sites Foundation, visit historicsitesfoundation.org.Download Transcript
Intro and Outro music used with permission:
“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org
“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).
All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.
NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Advancing technology, growing diversity in Conference attendance and in the leadership of the Church, the ordination of women. These are just a few things that have impacted World Conference and bringing about positive change in how Conference is done. In this episode of Cuppa Joe, host Blake Smith sits down with former Senior President of Seventy, now Evangelist, John Wight to talk about how World Conference has changed since he started attending … in 1952. Listen in to hear John’s stories as well as his hopes for what is yet to come.
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How does one lead a church out of a riotous and tumultuous time following the end of a second World War and the financial struggles such a war leaves in its wake? From rebellious teenager of a religious leader to President and Prophet of the Restoration at the age of seventy, Israel A. Smith steps into the role at just such a time. But, say what you will about Israel’s limited theological prowess, his pastoral way of leadership provided some much-needed stability. Join Lach Mackay, Tony Chavala-Smith and Karin Peter for a brief but fascinating look at the Israel A. Smith era in the church.
Further reading on Israel A. Smith:
- Norma Hiles, Gentle Monarch
- Paul Edwards, Our Legacy of Faith
- Dick Howard, The Church Through the Years (vol. 1)
- Dick Howard, The Church Through the Years (vol. 2)
- Mark Scherer, Journey of a People (Two-volume set)
Also mentioned:
- Fawn Brodie, No Man Knows My History
- Sharing in Community of Christ
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Music plays a critical role in our lives. From our ABCs to the books of the Bible, words set to music have helped us to learn, challenged us to grow, and taken us to unknown places. Hymnody is no different. Through the singing of our hymns, we have continued to build a foundation for our beliefs. Listen in as host Brittany Mangelson sits down with hymn enthusiast and accomplished musician, Dick Clothier, to talk about the history and impact of hymns in the restoration tradition. Beginning with Emma’s 1836 hymnal and continuing on through the current Community of Christ Sings, Hymnody has been deeply ingrained in who we are. Who knows, after listening, you may be inspired to write a hymn of your own.
Books by Richard “Dick” Clothier:
- Richard Clothier, 150 Years of Song Hymnody in the Reorganization, 1860-2010 (Independence: Herald House Publishing).
- Richard Clothier, ed., A Heritage of Hymns: An Exploration of Music and Religion, Music and Our Hymns, and the Stories of Hymns and Hymn Writers of the Restoration Movement (Independence: Herald House Publishing).
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Ninety-five years and counting! Since its beginning in 1928, youth camping has been a primary point of connection, community, and leadership development for Community of Christ children and youth. Although some things have changed drastically since the early 1900s, much of the camping program remains from those early days in Nauvoo, IL. Join Karin Peter as she sits down with Wendy Eaton to get a peek into the historic beginning of camping in the Community of Christ.
For Barb Walden’s lecture on “Community of Christ History in the Holy Land,” and more on the ministry of Elder Sordin, check out Episode 354: Historic Sites Foundation Autumn Lecture Series.
For questions about the history of camping in Nauvoo, email Wendy at Weaton@cofchrist.orgHOST:Karin PeterGUEST:Wendy EatonDownload Transcript
Could we really be experiencing our own “Groundhog Day” in the church and in our current culture? Join host Karin Peter along with Apostle (and Historian) Lach Mackay and Theologian Tony Chvala-Smith as they explore the intersection of history and theology during the Presidency of Fred M. Smith. Hear how Fred M., grandson of Joseph Smith, Jr., served as “prophet of the one true church,” while being influenced by contemporary Protestant theology of the social gospel type.
Sources used for background on Fred M. Smith:
- Paul Edwards, Our Legacy of Faith
- Richard Howard, The Church Through the Years
- Mark Scherer, Journey of a People, Vol 2.
Works by Walter Rauschenbusch (referenced by Tony Chvala-Smith):
- Christianity and the Social Crisis, 1907.
- Christianizing the Social Order, 1912.
- Theology for the Social Gospel, 1917.
Other Project Zion Podcasts related to this episode:
- Episode 316: Historic Sites Foundation Summer Lecture Series | Andrew Bolton
- Episode 333: Historic Sties Foundation Summer Lecture Series | Barb Walden
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Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Fall 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Steve Shields who shares about his presentation, "Divergent Paths of the Community of Christ: The Past One Hundred Years "You can find Steve's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/VgSaz4_qgTI
Host: Karin PeterGuest: Steve Shields
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Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. This episode looks at Lamoni and Independence.
Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith
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Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. This episode looks at the Plano period.
Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith
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Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. This episode looks at the Nauvoo period.
Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith
Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Kees Olijnsma who shares about his presentation, "The Development of the Community of Christ in the Netherlands up to 1948"You can find Keith's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/U01uZU1nDG4
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Kees Olijnsma
Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. This episode looks at the early church, exploring Joseph Smith's conversion experience, the Book of Mormon, the church's organization, conflicts in Kirtland and Missouri, and being exiled from Zion.
Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith
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Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Keith Wilson who shares about his presentation, "Clifford Cole: Architect and Re-founder of the Modern Community of Christ"
You can find Keith's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/4WqDV9AI_n4
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Keith Wilson
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In the Spring of 2020, Community of Christ Apostle Lachlan Mackay was contacted by his uncle, Dan Larsen, about a Smith family locket that had been hidden away for decades. At first, Lach didn't believe the image inside could be Joseph Smith Jr, but after over two years of research, Lach and historian Ron Romig are compelled to believe the locket does contain the first ever daguerreotype of Joseph Smith Jr. Their research and finding are published in the Spring/Summer 2022 John Whitmer Historical Association Journal. You can find that article here: https://www.jwha.info
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Lach Mackay
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NEW! Cuppa Joe brings podcasts that will also live on CofChrist.org’s Our History page. Lachlan Mackay and Tony Chvala-Smith share historical and theological developments as Community of Christ journeys through time. First up: “Restoring the Ancient Order” explores the Restoration against a backdrop of the Second Great Awakening and rise of utopian communities. Learn more about our movement and its roots in the greater Christian Tradition.
Host: Karin Peter Guests: Lachlan Mackay, Tony Chvala-Smith
Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Andrew Bolton who shares about his presentation, "Charles Derry: First Reorganization Missionary in the British Isles"
You can find Andrew's original lecture here: https://youtu.be/viFTfkDxQSs
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Andrew Bolton
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Project Zion is partnering with Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation to bring you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Eric Paul Rogers who shares about his presentation, "Mark Hill Forscutt: Mormon Missionary, Morrisite Apostle, and RLDS Minister".
You can find the original presentation here: https://youtu.be/5Mwix3Ow3u0
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Eric Paul Rogers
Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation is bringing you interviews with the presenters of the Spring 2022 Lecture Series. Today, we are joined by Sherry Mesle-Morain who shares about her upcoming presentation, "What Were the Women to Do?" where she explores the history of the Lamoni Mite Society.
Register for the June 2nd lecture here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VRqtN8TITcyZQxAx-pHhXQ
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Sherry Mesle-Morain
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The Historic Sites Foundation is back with a Spring Lecture Series and Project Zion is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we are joined by Michael Wright who shares about John Avondet. You can attend Michael's May 5th presentation, "John Avondet, the First Italian Missionary of the Reorganization" by registering at this link.
Host: Karin Peter Guest: Michael Wright
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The Historic Sites Foundation is back with a Spring Lecture Series in 2022! This series kicks off on April 14th and Project Zion is bringing you interviews with the presenters. Today, we are joined by Dr. William Moore who shares about the preaching charts used by RLDS missionaries. You can attend Dr. Moore's May 26 presentation, "Pleasing to look upon, and easy to understand": RLDS Preaching Charts, their History, and Usage by registering at this link.
Find a video of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/MHLMBAgHNng
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Host: Karin Peter Guest: William Moore
Cuppa Joe is back with a conversation about the matriarch of Community of Christ: Emma Smith. Today we are looking at Emma's later years and highlighting some lesser-known details and stories from her life in Nauvoo after Joseph's death.
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Host: Karin Peter Guest: Wendy Eaton
Project Zion Podcast is bringing you follow-up interviews with the presenters of the Historic Sites Foundation Fall 2021 Lecture Series. Today we have on Kerstin Jeske and Eva M. Erickson to share about their lecture, “The Church Behind the Iron Curtain”.
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Host: Karin Peter Guest: Kerstin Jeske and Eva M. Erickson
This episode of Cuppa Joe takes us back in time to celebrate Christmas in Community of Christ's past. Hear stories from the Reorganization period filled with tea parties, hymn writing, and how the traditions of Christmas in the United States were forming in the mid to late 1800's.
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Host: Karin Peter Guest: Wendy Eaton