Discussion: Are All Artistic Mediums Welcome in Church?

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Rich, Nate and Gage discuss whether all artistic mediums are welcome in church. 00:00 – Introduction 03:33 – What artistic mediums are you used to seeing in worship services? 13:40 – Why do many churches emphasize music over every other art form? 21:40 – A brief history of images & icons in church 40:09 – Should we expand our understanding …

Special: David Kim & Amilee Watkins on Spiritual Formation for Artists

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Nate talks to Goldenwood founders David Kim and Amilee Watkins about Spiritual Formation for artists. This is the first episode in a special series based on the Goldenwood Institute. Rev. Dr. David Kim is the CEO and co-founder of Goldenwood. Over the past several decades, he has trained, consulted, and counseled hundreds of leaders and organizations in developing a robust …

Arts Review: Raymond Scott, Father Stu

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Zack and Nate discuss the art they’ve been experiencing recently: The Jingle Workshop by Raymond Scott and the movie Father Stu.Stream this episode and subscribe to Forefront 360 on your favorite podcast app:AppleGoogleSpotifyShare this Episode Receive updates about future episodes: * indicates required Email Address *

Interview: Ilana Reimer

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Cody talks to Ilana Reimer about faith, editing, and the arts. Ilana Reimer is the editor of Love Is Moving. She studied journalism at Algonquin College and has worked as a freelance journalist and book editor since 2015. Her essays, poetry, and articles have appeared in a number of publications including Ekstasis, Breaking Ground, Faith Today, and Mutuality. In 2022, …

Discussion: Dune Part Two

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Rich, Nate and Megan discuss the all-new film from director Denis Villeneuve, Dune Part Two. 02:47 – Spoiler-free reactions 23:23 – Spoilers begin 28:43 – Paul’s character journey 34:30 – Faith & politics in Dune 48:57 – Questions & nitpicks 01:12:51 – Chani’s character journey 01:19:47 – Closing thoughts Stream this episode and subscribe to Forefront 360 on your favorite …

Discussion: How We Found the Arts

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Cody, Zack & Gage discuss how they first became captivated by the arts. Stream this episode and subscribe to Forefront 360 on your favorite podcast app:AppleGoogleSpotifyShare this Episode Receive updates about future episodes: * indicates required Email Address *

Arts Review: Neutral Milk Hotel, Narnia in Turkish, Kings Kaleidoscope

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Cody, Nate and Zack gather for an arts review, discussing the following: Neutral Milk Hotel, esp. The King of Carrot Flowers The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in Turkish Kings Kaleidoscope by Kings Kaleidoscope We also mention Zack’s article on the Forefront blog, “Jesus etc.”Stream this episode and subscribe to Forefront 360 on your favorite podcast app:AppleGoogleSpotifyShare this Episode …

Discussion: Does it really matter if we read the classics?

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The Forefront crew gathers to discuss the classics: what are they, does it matter if we read them, and how do we read them well? Spoiler alert; here are the ones that made the draft list at the end: Pride and Prejudice Little Women Treasure Island The Grapes of Wrath The Lord of the Rings A Tale of Two Cities …

Arts Review: Sacred Strides, The Bear, The Boy and the Heron, Maryann Corbett

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Cody, Rich and Nate gather for the first arts review of the year to discuss: Sacred Strides book by Justin McRoberts The Bear TV series The Boy and the Heron film Memories in Old Age poem by Maryann Corbett Stream this episode and subscribe to Forefront 360 on your favorite podcast app:AppleGoogleSpotifyShare this Episode Receive updates about future episodes: * …

Interview: Hallow app feat. Taylor Buckley

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Since Advent is a perfect season to begin rhythms of prayer & meditation, today Rich talks to Taylor Buckley, Director of Influencer & Brand Marketing at Hallow. Hallow is a popular Christian prayer & meditation app. If you’d like to try Hallow free for 3 months: Hallow.com/ForefrontStream this episode and subscribe to Forefront 360 on your favorite podcast app:AppleGoogleSpotifyShare this …