Holy Commons

When you hear the word "father," a complex array of emotions and thoughts can surface. While our experiences with our individual fathers can vary, fatherhood is a territory which belongs to our God and is at the very heart of His nature. Join Zoe and Mitchell as they discuss the importance of God as a Father, personal encouraging stories of reconciliation, and takeaways from how we can v...

A quick glance at the history of human flourishing would reveal a connection between humans and the desire to learn. While various systemized modes of educations have existed throughout time, only returning to the heart of God itself can recapture the truest meaning of education. As Christians, how do we make decisions for our families through the lens of understanding education as a means of disc...

Since the beginning of creation, work has been integral to the flourishing of humanity. But in our 21st century context, what does understanding the ideas of career, dreaming, and vocation look like? How do we view career from a redemptive perspective while bringing all our desires under God's will for our lives? Join Zoe and Michael as they discuss these elements of work and how we can be joy...

History is often said to be a general revelation of divine inspiration. Learning from key historical turning points often offers more than just lofty intellect for believers but teaches Christians about the nexus points of God and humans throughout society. In times of struggle or turmoil, history can show us that the issues in our context are not always random or isolated from struggles Christian...

From Levitical law to awe-inducing stories of God's deliverance of ordinary people, the Old Testament is full of richness for Christians and provided the foundations for early Christians in understanding God's salvation plan. Yet, for modern Christians, the beauty of the Old Testament can be confused or taken for granted. Join Zoe as she discusses with Denise Stephens the importance of the...

After discussing the theology behind the mission of God in her last episode, Zoe joins with two friends again to discuss the practicals of combining a heart for the nations with the local context you're in today.

The phrase, “Missio Dei” or mission of God is an idea which flows through the veins of all 66 books of Scripture and should be vital to the heart of every believer. Although this concept is foundational for our faith, sometimes as Christians, its weight and practical meaning for our lives get lost in translation. Join Zoë as she talks with two friends regarding the theology behind mission of God a...

Caring for the marginalized should be an emblem for God's people (James 1:27), but what does it look like to practically care for the orphan? How do Christians navigate bringing light into one of the largest worldwide needs with both wisdom and humility? Join us for the first episode of Holy Commons as Zoe talks with Jon and Shelley Bergeron on their experience with the adoption system!