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Girardian Virtual Bible Study: Episode 1 – Apocalyptic Hope – Advent 1, Year C

November 29, 2018/2 Comments/in Religion /by Adam Ericksen

"If it is apocalyptic, it inspires hope. If it doesn’t inspire hope, it’s not apocalyptic." But who does the apocalypse inspire hope for? Everyone? Or only a select few? Join Lindsey and Adam as they discuss in the first episode of the Girardian Virtual Bible Study!

Surprise! Apocalypse Does Not Mean What You Think it Means

November 20, 2018/0 Comments/in Religion /by Adam Ericksen

For many, the apocalypse literally means "End for the world destruction brought by the wrath of God." But would you be surprised to know that it doesn't mean that? Join Adam Ericksen as he explains the meaning of Apocalypse in his latest sermon.

The RavenCast: Thanksgiving and the Apocalypse

November 16, 2018/1 Comment/in Religion /by Lindsey Paris-Lopez

What do Thanksgiving and Apocalyptic literature have in common? Quite a lot! Join Lindsey Paris-Lopez and Adam Ericksen as they discuss the connections in the latest episode of the RavenCast.

Thanksgiving And Apocalypse! Join The Live Chat Thursday!

November 14, 2018/0 Comments/in Religion /by Lindsey Paris-Lopez

Adam Ericksen and Lindsey Paris-Lopez dig in to Mark's "little apocalypse" and find gratitude in difficult times. It's Thanksgiving and Apocalypse! Come join the feast!

The RavenCast – Politics and Apocalypse

November 2, 2018/0 Comments/in Peace & Violence, RavenCast /by Adam Ericksen

Are we entering into the politics of the apocalypse? Adam Ericksen and Suzanne Ross discuss in the latest episode of the RavenCast.

Zombies, Imitation and Apocalypse, and the Resurrection

May 4, 2018/0 Comments/in Politics & Pop Culture /by Guest

If the "zombie apocalypse" is "people engaging in mindless consumption, violence, and lack of compassion and empathy," guest author Shelly Johnson argues that this isn't fiction, but our current reality. The solution is Love working through us to embrace everyone's full humanity, recovering our own in the process.

The RavenCast: Three Interviews at the Colloquium on Violence and Religion

September 20, 2017/2 Comments/in Peace & Violence, RavenCast /by Adam Ericksen

In this episode of the RavenCast, Adam Ericksen interviews three participants at this year's Colloquium on Violence and Religion. Adam talked with President of COV&R, Jay Alberg about his presidency, Christa Bucklin about her paper on desire and Spanish author Calderon, and Pablo Bandera about the "Internet of Things." Enjoy these three interviews on the latest episode of the RavenCast!

International Day of Peace: Can Politics Lead To Peace?

September 21, 2016/0 Comments/in Politics & Pop Culture /by Adam Ericksen

Are you feeling overwhelmed by violence on this International Day of Peace? Adam Ericksen asserts that there is hope because the politics of violence can be transformed to the politics of peace.

Daniel, God, and Apocalyptic Nonviolence: Bible Matters

September 20, 2016/2 Comments/in Religion /by Adam Ericksen

Adam Ericksen continues his exploration of the Bible with the apocalyptic book of Daniel. Daniel reveals the truth about human relationships, specifically the truth about human violence. Can this apocalyptic book lead us to peace? Or are we doomed to a future of violence? Explore this fascinating book with Adam in his installment of the Bible Matters series.

Jesus Brings the Fire: A Progressive Reclaiming of the Apocalypse

August 16, 2016/0 Comments/in Religion /by Adam Ericksen

"Hope and love are like fire. They can be kindled and spread quickly. But we also know that hatred, fear, and violence spread and burn like fire, too." Citing Billy Joel and Jesus, Adam Ericksen helps us re-examine the meaning of apocalypse.