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Off Grid Christianity
Off Grid Christianity is a podcast for Christians who feel disconnected from Church...whether they attend one or not! Hosted by Martin Purnell, former 'Drivetime' presenter on the UK's first FM Christian Radio station, 'Cross Rhythms City', in Stoke-on-Trent. Martin also pioneered the legendary lunchtime discussion programme 'The Soapbox' on national Christian radio station 'UCB'. In recent years, Martin took a step back from direct involvement in broadcasting to focus on family life in his adopted home of Northern Ireland. However, throughout that time, the concept behind OGC has been develop...
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Off Grid Christianity – Episode 23 – New Year’s Eve 31.12.2022 1:39:27
If you haven’t already heard our Christmas Eve party special with Noel Richards and Martin Scott, please enjoy. A brand new episode of Off Grid Christianity will be available from January 7th 2023.
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 23 – Christmas Special 24.12.2022 1:39:27
With people logging on to watch, here is the audio version recorded especially for OGC on December 9th. It features Martin Scott and Noel Richards who try to answer trivial and serious questions. Festive music is provided by Noel and Tricia Richards. If you are lonely over the Christmas period and need some humour plus […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 22 – Steve Cole 17.12.2022 1:13:04
Steve shares how he started and then why he terminated Artisan, a support for Christians in the media throughout the world. This hard decision led him into working with a family Trust supporting and networking leaders through one to one support plus a weekly Podcast called Wonderspace. Love and Grace is all over this episode […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 21 – Lynda Gould 10.12.2022 1:04:24
Lynda shares her experiences of being a youth worker during the Troubles in 1980s Belfast. Later she ran peace and reconciliation courses for churches. A life-threatening illness meant a 4 year rest before returning to work. Lynda shares how her faith was challenged during these times and how she is still involved in the community […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 20 – Randall Flinn 03.12.2022 1:09:37
Yet another podcast where what was shared was not what I expected! Yes, Houston native Randall discusses his professional dance company of 30 years, Ad Deum. Yes, he explains why and how he got into ballet. However, it is when he opens up about his family and friends, that the interview goes in another direction…again.
Off Grid Christianity Christmas Party Video Promo with Noel Richards and Martin Scott Video 30.11.2022 1:47
Friday 9th December. See you there!
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 19 – Paul Mirfin 26.11.2022 1:02:31
One minute Paul was a train conductor and then the next he was on Songs Of Praise having been discovered playing in a coffee bar. An album and tour of the UK plus South Africa and California followed. Then Covid happened. Paul shares why he has organised an annual free arts festival and what it […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 18 – Tony Vino 24.11.2022 59:12
What is it like to try stand up comedy only to then turn it into a profession? Tony explains how, after 20 years of hard graft, he is now the top comedian on cruise liners, playing to 1500 people whilst on their holidays in The Caribbean. Can you be employed as a Comedian and a […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 17 – Pat Allerton 12.11.2022 57:14
Pat is the Vicar featured in the video that went viral during lockdown. His mini sermons filmed the Notting Hill streets of London went global. What negativity did he get and what did his Bishop do to help him? What is his new book A Pocketful Of Hope all about? This episode will answer all […]
CHRISTMAS LIVE RECORDING. PLEASE JOIN US. 11.11.2022 1:46
On Friday December 9th, please join Noel Richards, Martin Scott and me for a live recording of the Off Grid Christianity Christmas podcast! You will be able to see us via noelrichards.com and Noel’s Facebook page which can be used to text us during the recording. This promo has more details. See you December 9th […]
Off Grid Christianity -Episode 16 – David Robertson 05.11.2022 54:54
David shares how his internationally known Wee Flea website was so named after conversations with Richard Dawkins! David explains how the internet activists get results and what happens when he meets them face to face instead of answering via a keyboard.
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 15 – Brian Houston 28.10.2022 1:16:14
In this special full length episode, Northern Ireland’s very popular singer/songwriter shares his journey to date. I have to state that it was so difficult to edit as we ran well over the suggested 1 hour. One of the 5 initial questions was sacrificed, however. What you will hear is Brian sharing much more than […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 14 – Rob Halligan 22.10.2022 59:13
Rob is a respected singer/songwriter and discusses helping the Archbishop of Canterbury at the Glastonbury Festival! Rob also reflects on what he has learned from leaving the controversial, troubled Jesus Army and helping to start up a new Church. We also pay tribute to his friend and my former colleague Mike Rimmer who sadly passed […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 13 – Jackie Elton 15.10.2022 1:05:53
Jackie discusses why and how she co-founded the charity Transforming Faces to help all children affected by cleft lip and palate. Jackie also explains her Single Friendly Church campaign and why she launched christianconnection.com in 2000. It is now the UK’s leading and award winning Christian dating app. For more information about Christian Connection visit their website at https://www.christian...
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 12 – Andy Smithyman 08.10.2022 1:03:31
A ‘Preacher’s Kid’ who struggled with communicating, Andy found that writing stories helped him during the tough school years. In later life he became an author, ghost writer and researcher into what Revival means and the impact it has had in the wider context. He also gives insight into Quaker Capitalism, the isle of Lewis, […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 11 – Fr Isaac and Bro Benedict, Franciscan Friary 01.10.2022 1:06:58
What’s it like to be a Franciscan? What is a Franciscan? Why do both support Man City when Fr Isaac is from USA? Not only will these questions be answered but they will explain why they became Franciscans. We learn what the difference is between a friar and a monk….and it has nothing to do […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 10 – Derek Cleave 24.09.2022 59:42
Author, Broadcaster and Evangelist Derek talks about his thoughts on Evangelism today. We hear about what Hospitality Evangelism is and what can be done if you feel disillusioned with Church today. We also find out why he became the Chaplain, and what this entails, to the best football team in the world – the mighty […]
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 8 – Martin Scott 10.09.2022 1:00:27
Martin discusses what it was like as a Christian when his first wife, Sue, passed away. He also shares his thoughts on the house church movement and what a prophetic theologian is. Martin explains why church leaders should be up front and honest about their own lives.
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 7 – Noel Richards 02.09.2022 58:37
Singer/Songwriter Noel discusses how July’s This Is The Day Worship Event came about from an Hungarian flag made from Napkins. It was waved at Wembley Stadium during Champion Of The World in 1997! Noel discusses what Church means to him and spending time with Rev Counter and The Speedos.
Off Grid Christianity – Episode 6 – Chris Cole 27.08.2022 57:12
Chris is the founder of Cross Rhythms Radio and a subsequent director of God TV (UK). Chris discusses the state of the Media today and why conversation is so important.
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