11 in 11 with Bishop Deon K. Johnson

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Glenn Svetnicka, Associate Director of Outdoor Ministries with the UCC, Missouri Mi-South Conference, to explore the renewed interest in outdoor activities and their deeper meaning. They talk about the resurgence of camping and retreats, how outdoor ministries are evolving to meet today’s needs, and what it takes to build sustainable, impactful outdoor pr...

In this episode, Bishop Johnson shares his thoughts on why we should not take the Bible literally, but instead be open to many interpretations.

In the episode, Bishop Johnson calls us to be a sanctuary "where all God's people, not just some, but all of God's people, can be seen, heard and loved unconditionally."

In this episode, Bishop Johnson reflects on the importance of sharing the stories of Black History in America. 

In this episode, Bishop Johnson offers an insightful reflection on In this episode, Bishop Johnson provides a profound reflection on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King and emphasizes the significance of being a dreamer.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson reflects on the past year and seeks to offer hope for the new year. Bishop Johnson reminds us that we are in God, and God is with us. 

In this episode, Bishop Johnson sits down with AhSa-Ti Nu for an open and heartfelt conversation about the current election. Together, they explore their thoughts and feelings during this pivotal moment, offering perspectives that inspire reflection and dialogue. 

In this episode, Bishop Johnson pauses to honor our Veterans. We give thanks for your service.  

In the episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Safe Church, Safe Communities Coordinators, The Rev. Erin Pickersgill, and Jillian Smith on what Safe Church is and the importance of safe church training throughout our communities and churches. 

In the episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Safe Church, Safe Communities Coordinators, The Rev. Erin Pickersgill, and Jillian Smith on what Safe Church is and the importance of safe church training throughout our communities and churches. 

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with NYT bestselling author Cole Authur Riley on her book Black Liturgies. Author of This Here Flesh and Black Liturgies, her writing has been featured in The Atlantic, Guernica, The Boston Globe, and The Washington Post. Cole is also the creator of Black Liturgies, a space that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black...

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with NYT bestselling author Cole Authur Riley on her book Black Liturgies. Author of This Here Flesh and Black Liturgies, her writing has been featured in The Atlantic, Guernica, The Boston Globe, and The Washington Post. Cole is also the creator of Black Liturgies, a space that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black...

In this episode,  Bishop Johnson and AhSa-Ti Nu dive into the journey of seeking answers. Together, they explore our personal responsibility in the search for truth and share insights on how we can better discern what’s right or wrong. Whether you're questioning life’s big mysteries or simply curious about finding clarity, this episode is sure to inspire and challenge your thinking.

*Disclaimer: This episode contains explicit content in the telling of a true story.*  In this powerful episode, Bishop Johnson talks with The Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, retired Episcopal priest and author of Preaching Black Lives (Matter) and Black and Episcopalian: The Struggle for Inclusion. Fisher-Stewart dives deep into the critical need for churches—and society at large—to address trauma...

*Disclaimer: This episode contains explicit content in the telling of a true story.*  In this powerful episode, Bishop Johnson talks with The Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, retired Episcopal priest and author of Preaching Black Lives (Matter) and Black and Episcopalian: The Struggle for Inclusion. Fisher-Stewart dives deep into the critical need for churches—and society at large—to address trauma...

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Dean Wolfe, Rector of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church in New York City, on what "radical welcome" means. This discussion explores the depths of what it means to create a genuinely inclusive and welcoming environment and delves into the transformative power of radical welcome and how it can change our communities and our world.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Dean Wolfe, Rector of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church in New York City, on what "radical welcome" means. This discussion explores the depths of what it means to create a genuinely inclusive and welcoming environment and delves into the transformative power of radical welcome and how it can change our communities and our world.

This year, the St. Louis region, the nation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri commemorate a decade since the killing of Michael Brown and the Ferguson Uprisings—an event that ignited a global movement for justice. In this episode, Bishop Johnson engages in a compelling conversation with The Rev. Aaron Rogers, reflecting on the impact of Ferguson and the ripple effects felt around the world. T...

This year, the St. Louis region, the nation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri commemorate a decade since the killing of Michael Brown and the Ferguson Uprisings—an event that ignited a global movement for justice. In this episode, Bishop Johnson engages in a compelling conversation with The Rev. Aaron Rogers, reflecting on the impact of Ferguson and the ripple effects felt around the world. T...

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Canon Whitney Rice on her work with Requiem or Renaissance. Requiem or Renaissance is an 18-month discernment and skills-building program process that will help them determine God's call to them: to a Requiem, a holy ending of this congregation's ministry in this location at this time, or a Renaissance, a church re-plant with a new vision.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Canon Whitney Rice on her work with Requiem or Renaissance. Requiem or Renaissance is an 18-month discernment and skills-building program process that will help them determine God's call to them: to a Requiem, a holy ending of this congregation's ministry in this location at this time, or a Renaissance, a church re-plant with a new vision.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina. Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley discusses her journey as the fifteenth bishop of the historic diocese, and the first woman to serve in the role.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina. Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley discusses her journey as the fifteenth bishop of the historic diocese, and the first woman to serve in the role.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson offers a reflection on the need for reconciliation and healing between the church and the LGBTQ+ community. "What does it look like to say we are sorry, help us do better? What does it look like for us to walk the way of Jesus in love and invite others into that journey. Not to transform them, but for us to be fully who we are." 

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Walter Naegle, the surviving partner of late American Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin, and the executive director of the Bayard Rustin Fund, which commemorates Rustin's life, values, and legacy. Bayard Rustin was one of the outstanding human rights proponents and strategists of the modern era. Usually working out of the public spotlight, Rustin’s socioec...