Philosophy of Living Faith Radio

  • A positive, progressive Christian alternative
  • Reflecting the joy and justice message of Jesus
  • Aimed toward spiritual seekers and strugglers
  • For the purpose of amplifying the voice of Progressive Christianity.

Living Faith is a positive, progressive, Christian alternative that lifts up themes of nonviolence, compassion, co-operation, and community. Living Faith will educate the public in the liberal family values of Jesus, his commitment of economic justice for the poor, care of creation, compassion for the excluded, and resistance to empire. Living Faith will articulate a positive expression of a Wisdom Culture that promotes lifestyles of balance and reconciliation. Living Faith will invite others into a conversation about the values and vision of Jesus.

Upcoming Events

Friday June 22 at 7:00 p.m.


BILL BOWMAN PUBLIC LECTURE


Who are the real terrorists? Who really planned and implemented the horror of 9/11? What were the real reasons for our invasion of Iraq? Who benefits from the plundering of Iraq's oil? Scary questions for scary times.

Dr. Bill Bowman is coming to Seattle to address these and other questions.

At Trinity United Methodist Church.

Dr. Bill Bowman is a former Director of Advanced Space Programs Development for the U.S. Air Force in the Ford and Carter administrations, and a former United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel with 101 combat missions. He holds a Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Nuclear Engineering from the California Institute of Technology.

He'll be discussing the strange events surrounding 9/11, their implications for the invasion and occupation of Iraq, and why this administration is guilty of treason.

Co-sponsored by Antioch University, Eastside Fellowship of Reconciliation, Veterans for Peace, and Inner Resource Associates.

$10 at the door.

As a follow-up Pastor Rich will co-host a video/discussion of David Ray Griffin's lecture, "9/11 and the American empire: A Christian Critique" on
Sunday evening, June 24th at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity UMC.


Thursday, May 31 to Sunday, June 3
Earth Ministry Featured Event:

INTERFAITH CREATION FESTIVAL

A 4-day gathering to launch a year of interfaith dialogue and action


Celebrate with Music, Poetry, Storytelling, African Drumming, Food; Learn about Theological Foundations, Sustainability, Innovations; Connect with the Richness of our Diverse Faith Communities; Advocate for Creation, Inspire Friends and Leaders, Make a Difference. The Interfaith Creation Festival is an interfaith, multicultural gathering for celebrating the richness of our sacred traditions of Creation, affirming our interconnectedness in the web of life, and equipping us for action; a four-day event including keynote addresses by nationally recognizes leaders, worship, workshops, celebrations, and resources for action; the launching of a year of interfaith dialogue and action, uniting the efforts of individuals, faith communities, civic organizations, businesses, and government to bring healing to the earth.

Keynote speakers:
Imam W. D. Mohammed -- Founder of 'The Mosque Cares' and President of the World Conference on Religion and Peace

Dr. Karen Baker-Fletcher -- Professor of Theology at Perkins Schools of Theology

Rabbi Lawrence Troster -- Rabbinic Fellow for Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL)

Bishop Steven Charleston -- Episcopal Divinity School, Incorporates Native American Spirituality through downtown Seattle with thousands of your friends and neighbors for the urgent need to protect our climate and communities.



Our Earth is in Crisis. The root of the Crisis is Spiritual. Join us in launching a year of interfaith Dialogue and Action through exhibits and displays, worship, youth activities, workshops, music, arts activities, sacred space, and conversation cafe. Suggested admission donation is $10 per day, plus cost for optional meals ($10 for Sat and Sun lunches, $25 for Sat dinner. Meals must be purchased in advance.) No one will be turned away for lack of ability to pay.

PAST SHOW LIST


June 29
Is Socialism An Option for America?
Guests:
Seattle members of the Socialist Party
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With the election of Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, a Socialist whom the media continually refers to as an Independent, the question of building a socialist movement within American politics rises again. We will explore this with "card-carrying" Seattle- members of the Socialist Party.

COMMENTARY
June 22
None Dare Call It Treason:
The Bush Administration and 9/11

Guest:
Dr. Robert M. Bowman  Director of Advanced Space Programs Development for the U.S. Air Force in the Ford and Carter administrations.
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Dr. Bowman a former United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel with 101 combat missions. He holds a Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Nuclear Engineering from the California Institute of Technology. We will be discussing the strange events surrounding 9/11 and why Bowman dismisses the official explanations as bogus.
June 15
Can we use our money for good?
Investing as a Way to Change the World.

Guest:
Bruce Herbert  Of Newground Social Investment
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We will talk about the meaning of our money and explore stories of successful resistance against Corporate domination.

COMMENTARY
June 8
Can the Church Be Gay?
Homosexuality As Christian Sacrament.

Guest:
Rev. Monica Corsaro and Peter Jabin
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We will have a conversation about Christian faith and homosexuality.

COMMENTARY
June 1
Does Lady Liberty still welcome the poor, tired, huddled, and homeless masses?
The New Sanctuary Movement.

Guest:
Michael Ramos  From the Church Council of Greater Seattle.
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We will explore the emergence of the the New sanctuary Movement, immigrant rights, and the meaning of justice in a time of shrinking civil rights.
May 25
Who would Jesus Bomb?
Militarism & Christian Faith.
Guest:
Rev. Weldon Nisly  Pastor of Seattle Mennonite Church and member of the Christian Peacemaker Team.
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Weldon was injured in Iraq while on a Christian Peacemaker Team and we will explore the meaning of Christian peace witness in a time of war.

COMMENTARY
May 18
What Happened on 9/11?
The Church Under Empire.
Guest:
Dr. David Ray Griffin  Author of The New Pearl Harbor, The 9/11 Commission Report: Omissions and Distortions, Christian Faith and the Truth of 9/11, and Debunking the Debunkers.
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We will have a conversation on the theories surrounding who masterminded the 9/11 events. We will also explore the continual anti-empire narrative woven throughout the Bible.
COMMENTARY
May 11
George Bush and the Spirit
of Anti-Christ
Guest:
Dr. David Domke  Author of, God Willing? Political Fundamentalism in the White House.
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We will have a conversation on the influence of the Christian Right on the formation of political policy. We will also explore the meaning of the Biblical notion of anti-christ.
COMMENTARY
April 20
What is Progressive Christianity?
Why the Church must evolve.
Guest:
Rev. Sandy Brown  Director of Seattle Church Council
April 13
Is the Christian Right Still a Threat to Democracy?
Guest:
Michelle Goldberg Author of Kingdom Coming: The Rise of Christian Nationalism.
April 6
Did God Kill Jesus?
Growing up with blood on our hands.
Guest:
Valerie Tarico Valerie and Rich will talk about the psychological effects of growing up with an image of God who requires blood sacrifice to appease his wrath.

March 30
-- This Show bumped for Husky Softball

March 23
Does God care about the Earth?
Living a Green Spirituality.
Guest:
LeeAnne Beres Director of Earth Ministry

March 16
What is the joy of Jesus?
The meaning of his message.
Guests:
Alice Woldt from Jubilee Northwest & World Social Forum
Bruce Herbert from Newground Social Investment
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