We are proud to share this inspiring conversation with Robert Woodson Sr., a trailblazer in community development and the founder of the Woodson Center, an organization that promotes a grassroots approach to urban renewal and revitalizing impoverished communities. Robert believes in the power of self-reliance and local community enterprise to tackle poverty instead of dependency on government programs.

Key Topics Covered:

Welfare Policies That Negatively Impact Families

Finding Virtue in High-Crime Areas

Discovering Redemption Stories

The 1776 Unites Project

Civil Rights and Differing Viewpoints

Resources from this episode:

+1776 Unites

+The Woodson Center

+On X: @BobWoodson

For more info on this episode, visit the show notes on our webpage:

https://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/robert-woodson-sr

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In this episode, we welcome Margarita Mooney Clayton to share with us her perspective on the profound relationship between art, beauty, and virtue. Her stance on how co-creation with God through art not only elevates the human spirit but also furthers divine governance, challenging the notion that art is merely self-expression. Margarita believes integrating art and music in schools can defend against the superficial culture, helping students discover and fulfill their divine callings. We bet this is a topic you haven’t considered much! Join us!

Resources from this episode:

+Margarita Mooney Clayton at Princeton Theological Seminary

+Margarita Mooney Clayton.com

+The First Things Writings and The Public Discourse Writings

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https://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/mooney-clayton

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Why is it important for us to fight for religious freedom? Aren’t we already free to worship how we want? Jeremy Dys is a passionate advocate for true religious freedom that applies to all, regardless of religious beliefs. His work with the non-profit organization First Liberty Institute has seen many successes in landmark cases that have solidified the First Amendment right to practice one’s faith in our country.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Current Cases First Liberty is Tackling
• Misunderstandings and Challenges in Constitutional Law
• Significant Supreme Court Cases Impacting Religious Freedom
• What We Can Do Personally to Help Defend Religious Freedom

Resources from this episode:

+ First Liberty Institute

+ First Liberty on Instagram

+ First Liberty’s Newsletter

+ Over Ruled by Neil Gorsuch

For more info on this episode, visit the show notes on our webpage:

https://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/jeremy-dys

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The sin of envy is something that sociologist Anne Hendershott has studied closely. She sat down with us to explore what it is and the many ways it is manifested in contemporary society in both secular and Christian contexts.

Some topics we discuss:

• Socialism and the politics of envy
• Liberation theology’s roots in envy
• Envy in higher education
• Social media as a breeding ground for envy
• The state of Christian colleges in the U.S.

Join us!

Resources from this episode:

+ Dr. Anne Hendershott | Franciscan University of Steubenville

+ The Politics of Envy by Anne Hendershott

+ A Lamp in the Darkness by Anne Hendershott

For more info on this episode, visit the show notes on our webpage:

https://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/anne-hendershott

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Near-death experiences are remarkably common across cultures and belief systems. Research estimates that between 4-9% of the population has experienced a NDE, highlighting its potential significance in understanding life beyond death. Jim Spiegel sits down with Michael Zigarelli, author and professor at Messiah University, to hear about his research on the subject. They discuss how NDEs powerfully confirm the reality of an afterlife and the spiritual realm. Michael also weighs in on the potential tensions they create regarding some common Christian beliefs. Join us for this interesting subject!

Resources from this episode:

+Near Death Experiences Paper on Christian Scholar's Review by Michael Zigarelli

+My Descent into Death by Howard Storm

+Imagine the God of Heaven by John Burke

For more info on this episode, visit the show notes on our webpage:

Michael Zigarelli on Kalos Center Podcast

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Christian Psychology Institute co-founder Eric Johnson helps us to consider the rich resources we have as Christians as we do counseling and soul care. He discusses the history of modern psychology and how we’ve been trained not to factor our faith into it. He also cautions against neglecting the many rich insights available to us from the world of secular psychology.

Some Topics Covered:

1. Deploying Christian theological resources in psychological analysis and counseling
2. Comparing and contrasting Christian psychology to other approaches, such as biblical counseling, integration, and secular psychology
3. Examples of how to apply biblical concepts in therapy sessions
4. Challenges in Christian parenting and dealing with the lack of explicit scriptural guidance in this area
5. Resources at the Christian Psychology Institute for training counselors and pastors

Resources from this episode:

+Christian Psychology Institute, Eric's Newest Venture

+Herman Bavinck, The Christian Family

+For a full list of ALL the books and resources mentioned in this episode, click here

https://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/eric-johnson

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We sit down with David Bahnsen to talk about the world of wealth management from a Christian perspective. How can this be done ethically in our fallen world? Bahnsen, recognized as a top financial advisor, discusses principles of free enterprise, biblical cautions about wealth, and the challenge of wealth inequality. His fresh perspective will give you a lot to consider. Listen in!

RESOURCES from this episode

+Captiol Record Podcast by National Review

+His most recent book, Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life

+The Bahnsen Group

+DavidBahnsen on X

For more info on this episode and a full transcript, visithttps://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/david-bahnsen

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The Kalos Center for Christian Education and Spiritual Formation in Columbus, Ohio is an integrative initiative that aims to address a wide range of human needs and interests—intellectual, psychological, emotional, and physical—coming together with Christians all over the city of Columbus, Ohio and the world. For more information, check out our website: https://www.thekaloscenter.org/

For our first episode of the Kalos Center Podcast, we think it’s fitting to talk with J.P. Moreland, one of the most influential Christian apologists of our time. We discuss what it means to be a Christian philosopher, covering such topics as mind-body dualism, intelligent design, and why it’s important for all Christians to think deeply about their faith and its implications for life’s most pressing issues.

RESOURCES

+Imagine Heaven by John Burke

+Loving God with All Your Mind by J.P. Moreland

+Check out J.P. Moreland resources, including resources for all learning levels here

+For more about J.P. Moreland click here https://www.thekaloscenter.org/podcast/jp-moreland

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The Kalos Center for Christian Education and Spiritual Formation in Columbus, Ohio is an integrative initiative that aims to address a wide range of human needs and interests—intellectual, psychological, emotional, and physical—coming together with Christians all over the city of Columbus, Ohio and the world. For more information, check out our website: https://www.thekaloscenter.org/