Common Grounds Unity Podcast

Join Kevin and Veronique in a discussion with Kyle Spears, host of the Truth Trauma Theology podcast. This conversation is filled with insights on listening and helpful input from a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Check out Kyle's website at https://www.truthtraumatheology.com/podcast-1 We survive on your donations: donate at www.commongroundsunity.org/donate or Zelle "Common Grounds Unity...

Join Drew and Tina with Jim and Lindsay Long (Part 2), who are certified Christian Spiritual Directors. This is a great conversation, helping us to learn how to listen to God and others as we seek to walk with God. Contact Jim at Jimlong.sd@gmail.com and Lindsay at lindsaylong3@gmail.com We survive on your donations: Zelle "Common Grounds Unity / 919-777-3881" or www.commongroundsunity.org/donate....

Join Drew and Tina with Jim and Lindsay Long, who are certified Christian Spiritual Directors. This is a great conversation, helping us to learn how to listen to God and others as we seek to walk with God. Contact Jim at Jimlong.sd@gmail.com and Lindsay at lindsaylong3@gmail.com We survive on your donations: Zelle "Common Grounds Unity / 919-777-3881" or www.commongroundsunity.org/donate. CGU has...

Do not miss this conversation with Kevin Darby, Steve Johnson, and Sherwin MackIntosh about Music, Theatre, and God's people. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, please consider donating monthly to support the wor...

Ken Cukrowski is Dean of the College of Biblical Studies at Abilene Christian University who deeply engages film with his wife and the students at ACU. In this episode, we discuss his passion for film and the role that passion has in his faith and ministry. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings model...

Poet Darryl Willis (of Eastern European Missions) joins Tina Bruner and Drew Baker to discuss poetry and the power of the spoken word in a wounded world. Show Notes Several sources were mentioned in this episode where you can go to find outstanding poems and poets. Darryl Willis Poetry: https://darrylbwillis.medium.com/ Willis' "Nocturnal Notes": https://medium.com/literally-literary/nocturnal-not...

Potter Don Brimberry and Painter Heather Hodges join Drew Baker to discuss how their crafts have helped connect with God and others. You can find our guests' creations we discussed in this episode by going to the following link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oexvC70FulhxhTrtI05oGHIJNe4tAOei?usp=sharing You can find more of Don Brimberry's work by going to his website, www.brimberrypotter...

CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, please consider donating monthly to support the work. www.commongroundsunity.org/donate . Please give us feedback by posting your thoughts and suggestions on our Facebook Page....

In this episode, Kevin Withem, Tina Bruner, Veronique Weber, John Teal, Michael Stakelum, and Drew Baker share Christmas readings mixed in with select Christmas songs. We hope that you will find this helpful as we set our minds on Christ and his incarnation. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings mode...

In this episode, Doug Foster and Jamey Gorman return to discuss Barton Stone and the "Last Will and Testament of the Springfield Presbytery". We look at some of the most inspiring messages and how those have played a significant role in our history as a unity movement. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gath...

In this episode, Doug Foster and Jamey Gorman join us to discuss the Declaration and Address, written by Thomas Campbell. We look at some of the most inspiring messages and how those have played a significant role in our history as a unity movement. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the...

Drew Baker has a conversation with Tiffany Dahlman, Program Director at Abilene Christian University (Dallas), and minister at Courtyard Church of Christ in Fayetteville, NC. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, pl...

Kevin Withem talks with David Davenport, author and past President of Pepperdine University. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, please consider donating monthly to support the work. www.commongroundsunity.org/don...

In this episode, Veronique Webber joins Drew Baker to explore "Reexamining our Lenses" with author Jeanie Shaw. You may find her book on Amazon. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, please consider donating monthly...

Join Josh Graves and Drew Baker in this final episode of our Kingdom Citizenship series. Josh discusses Jesus's school of love and how we can do the hard work of loving everyone we encounter--even the one we encounter in the mirror. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus i...

Join Dennis Conner and Drew Baker as they have an engaging conversation with Lee Camp about his book, Scandalous Witness: A little political manifesto for Christians. (Disclaimer: Common Grounds Unity does not endorse any political party or candidate. Our goal is to help Christians unite around Christ as we follow his teachings.) CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Ch...

Kevin Withem and Veronique Webber talk with Michael Burns about Kingdom and Politics. This is part three of our series on Kingdom Citizenship - reflecting the image of Christ in an increasingly polarized culture and political environment. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of J...

Drew Baker talks with Sean Palmer about his book Unarmed Empire: In Search of Beloved Community. This is a great read and a great discussion about being Kingdom Citizens in an increasingly polarized culture and political environment. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus...

Kevin and Tina discuss Josh Ross's book Coreology: Six Principles for Navigating an Election Season Without Losing Our Witness. This is a great read and a great discussion about being Kingdom Citizens in an increasingly polarized culture and political environment. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gathering...

Kevin Withem and Matt Anjilivelil cohost a conversation with John Mark Hicks and Bobby Valentine about their co-authored book "Kingdome Come." Incredible insights are discussed in this podcast. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit fro...

Drew Baker and Jeanie Shaw have a conversation with Gordon Ferguson about his new book "The Bible and Women: How Did I Miss So Much?" CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, please consider donating monthly to support...

Part 2: In 2023, Tina Bruner and Drew Baker cohosted a webinar called "Peacemakers: Conflict Resolution. In a time when people are becoming more polarized we believe this 2-part podcast is crucial. Conflict Management Assessment. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DAhmbgUhL5X9VaRjfBi_nKD0LM7JZEdF/view?usp=drive_link CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around...

In 2023, Tina Bruner and Drew Baker cohosted a webinar called "Peacemakers: Conflict Resolution. In a time when people are becoming more polarized we believe this 2-part podcast is crucial. Conflict Management Assessment. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DAhmbgUhL5X9VaRjfBi_nKD0LM7JZEdF/view?usp=drive_link CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the glob...

In this episode, Drew Baker talks with Mark Love about his new book, "It Seemed Right to Us and the Holy Spirit." This is an amazing conversation. Don't miss it! CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. If you benefit from this ministry, please consider...

In this episode, Drew Baker and Kevin Withem have a conversation with Rick Atchley about Kingdom unity, some things that can disrupt that unity, and ways we can partner with God in the ministry of reconciliation. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world....