Les meilleurs podcasts FIEC (2025)

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Joys and Sorrows // Adrian Reynolds 10:39

8d ago10:39

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Church ministry is the best work in the world. But in a sense it is the hardest work in the world too. The nature of Christian ministry is a mixture of the sound of the shouts of joy with the sound of weeping (Ezra 3:13). Sometimes in the same person and even in the same event. It is a Christian discipline to seek out the joys whilst being realisti…

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Growing in Godliness // Josh Monteiro 10:46

8d ago10:46

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Serving in ministry can be a threat to our godliness. We must keep growing and take care not to wither. In his pastoral letters, Paul often urges gospel ministers to be godly in their conduct and lives. Being a church leader doesn't mean we stop needing to grow in godliness. Yet, church ministry itself can make it harder to grow in godliness. It ca…

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The Value of Friendship // Elinor Magowan 11:40

8d ago11:40

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Church ministry can be isolating and lonely. But true friendship strengthens us, lifts us, and brings us joy. True friendship is valuable because it is faithful, truthful, intentional, forgiving, and joyful. We have the truest friend in Jesus: the one who is with us through ups and downs, and who gives joy that can't be taken away. Elinor Magowan w…

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Emilian despre piesa ”Soarele și luna”, în dialog cu Lavinius Petreanu, la ”Bună dimineața, vest!”, 27 martie 2025 9:28

22d ago9:28

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Emilian despre piesa ”Soarele și luna”, dar și despre personajul Toby din serialul ” Ana, mi-ai fost scrisa in ADN ”, în dialog cu Lavinius Petreanu, la ”Bună dimineața, vest!”. 27 martie 2025, h. 09:36

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Learning to Lead // Andy Weatherley 13:07

28d ago13:07

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What do you need to know about church ministry before you go into church ministry? This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys: Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC: We are⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Learning to Pray // Jonathan Bond 10:50

28d ago10:50

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Prayer needs to be relational, from the heart, and full of awe and wonder. Prayer can become a function of church ministry, a task we need to get better at. True prayer comes from a desire to be with Jesus and an awe at who he is. This talk from Jonathan Bond, FIEC's Director for Smaller Churches, is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, address…

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Learning to Teach // Ian Hughes 14:53

28d ago14:53

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The call for all gospel teachers is to present the bride of Christ, prepared for marriage, and to see the joy that it brings.The gospel is the greatest love story: the love between Christ and the church.The word is how the church is cleansed, purified, and prepared for marriage.So, teaching the word to the church is the great call for all gospel te…

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Learning to Love // Fiona Hamilton 13:38

28d ago13:38

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As we learn to love people, we need to hold onto the Lord of love who loved us first. Love is a big part of church ministry. It is costly yet joyful, and can only be done as we look to Jesus who loved us first. This talk, from Fiona Hamilton (Pastoral Worker at Trinity Church, Oxford), is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it'…

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The Power for Ministry // John Stevens 47:35

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It is right to ask whether you have what it takes for church ministry. You don't. But Jesus does and will give you the grace you need. The "super-apostles" in the Corinthian church saw their power for ministry in physical strength and social status. Paul teaches in 2 Corinthians 11:16-12:10 that true power for ministry comes from Christ, not us. He…

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The Purpose of Ministry // John Stevens 47:56

1M ago47:56

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In 2 Corinthians 11:1-15, Paul sets a pattern for gospel ministry, summarising his work as presenting the church as a faithful bride to Christ. He teaches what the goal of ministry is, what its heart is, and what the means are by which he works. As men and women consider going into church ministry, understanding the big picture of the purpose of mi…

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The work of serving // Trusted Hands 26:12

2M ago26:12

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How do you identify, train, and encourage volunteers to work in the serving tasks of church life? How can lay leaders serve the church in the work of serving: looking after the church building; managing budgets; caring for the physical needs of the church; ensuring safety in meetings; creating a comfortable place to meet? You can watch a video of t…

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The work of shepherding // Trusted Hands 1:21:22

2M ago1:21:22

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How do you identify, train, and encourage volunteers to work in the shepherding tasks of church life? How can lay leaders serve the church in the work of shepherding: the ministry of the word; prayer; care for the sick and grieving; care for widows; care for "weaker brothers and sisters"? You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources fo…

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The categories of shepherding and serving // Trusted Hands 58:29

2M ago58:29

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As we "equip the saints for the work of ministry" (Ephesians 4:12 ESV), how do we identify the right place and way for them to serve? Everyone has a part to play in church life: men, women, young, old, slaves, masters (Titus 2:1-10). As we seek to identify places for them to serve and to grow, it is helpful to see two categories of church life: she…

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Distinguishing elders and deacons // Trusted Hands 46:36

2M ago46:36

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There are two offices named in the New Testament. How do we distinguish between elders and deacons? Qualifications for the offices of elders and deacons are described in 1 Timothy 3:1-13. There are five main similarities and three main differences. You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: htt…

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Authority and leadership // Trusted Hands 48:37

2M ago48:37

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To know who should lead in the church and how we should equip them to lead, we need to think about the distinctions between authority and leadership.It's a blessing to have people in our churches willing to volunteer for service in church life.To help us find, identify, and equip volunteers to lead in the church, we need to think about two topics: …

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Shepherding Different Characters // An Interview with Zak Eswine 17:05

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In the wisdom literature of the Bible we are introduced to a number of different characters who we may recognise in our own church ministry. FIEC Head of Local Ministries Graham Beynon speaks with Zack Eswine, a pastor in Missouri, USA, and author of a new book on Proverbs, about how we can use what we learn in wisdom literature to help pastor thos…

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Preaching the book of Job // Eric Ortlund 1:04:26

4M ago1:04:26

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Many of us are regularly preaching through books of the Bible. Some are more daunting than others, even though we know “all Scripture is useful.” Job is a particularly relevant book as people struggle with the topic of suffering. Eric Ortlund, lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew at Oak Hill College, gives a very basic introduction to the joys and …

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Shepherding and mental health // Helen Thorne-Allenson 1:06:47

4M ago1:06:47

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All church leaders will know how prevalent mental health struggles are within the local church and the complexity they can bring in the area of caring for and protecting the flock of the Good Shepherd. Yet few of us have any training in this area. We need to know what we can do, how we can encourage the church to help those struggling, and do so in…

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Kingdom shepherds // John Stevens 1:12:31

5M ago1:12:31

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The parables of Jesus are kingdom stories: not evangelistic messages as popularly understood, but stories which answer key questions about the kingdom of Christ, including what it means to lead in this new kingdom. This seminar, led by FIEC National Director John Stevens, explores both negatively and positively what a healthy church leadership cult…

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The shepherd and authority // Martin Salter, Ray Evans, and Dan Strange 1:10:33

5M ago1:10:33

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How, in an age of suspicion of authority, can we exercise authority in ways which bless the church and cause it to flourish? In other words, how do we lead, as Christ calls us to? Reflecting on how Jesus himself exercised authority, Martin Salter (Grace Community Church, Bedford), in conversation with Ray Evans and Dan Strange, explores this very i…

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Cultivating a healthy women’s ministry // Rachel Sloan and Elinor Magowan 52:00

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How do we create a culture where women’s ministry is not only resourced, but is appropriately valued? What are some of the fundamental mistakes church leaders make in seeking to ensure women in the church are properly shepherded? How do male leaders relate to women in ministry (whether paid or voluntary)? Rachel Sloan and Elinor Magowan, FIEC’s Dir…

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"I have other sheep" // Nick McQuaker 1:15:58

5M ago1:15:58

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The work of gathering others is at the heart of John 10. Jesus almost certainly refers here to drawing in Gentiles to the Jewish fold, who will share “one shepherd”. But the point remains that the Good Shepherd does not just care for those already in – he seeks to reach those outside. The Ministry Director for A Passion for Life, Nick McQuaker, wil…

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Finishing strong: the last years of paid ministry // Paul Kinnaird 1:04:02

5M ago1:04:02

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When church leaders enter, or move through, the last 10 years of paid church ministry, how can they keep going? In this seminar, Paul Kinnaird (Bankhall Mission, Liverpool) explores how they can keep on, ensuring enthusiasm and love for the Good Shepherd does not diminish - whilst also recognising that capacity reduces and the baton needs to be pas…

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Shepherding families in a world of sexual confusion // Ed Drew 53:33

5M ago53:33

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Church leaders can easily feel overwhelmed by the constant and rapid change in the next generation's understanding and embracing of complex sexuality. Ed Drew (Faith in Kids) will help us consider how to understand this change in their world, and how to respond in church life. In particular, the seminar will explore how we lead the church in knowin…

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The continued humanity of Jesus // Paul Mallard 1:14:06

5M ago1:14:06

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As those who serve, we need to take the humanity of Christ seriously. In this seminar, led by Paul Mallard (FIEC Director for West Midlands) and the FIEC Theology Team, we will explore the continued humanity of Christ, reflecting on key passages in Hebrews. We will reflect on how the temptations Christ faced make him able to help us now and ministe…

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Responding to the ‘conversion therapy’ ban // Danny Webster 33:46

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A ‘conversion therapy’ ban is likely to be on the agenda of the new government. Danny Webster (Director of Advocacy for the Evangelical Alliance) sets out the dangers in this policy area and suggests how churches should respond to the challenge. This session also sets out good practices they can adopt to continue godly and biblical ministry whilst …

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Preaching to women // Andy Constable & Sharon Dickens 1:02:45

5M ago1:02:45

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Much of our ministry (e.g. preaching or teaching in mixed groups) directly connects with women, who almost certainly make up over half of the church. How do men teach women? And how can they get better at this? What do men need to learn in order to connect, serve, and love people well? This seminar with Andy Constable and Sharon Dickens (Niddrie Co…

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Shepherding as coaching and mentoring // Matt Waldock 1:02:56

5M ago1:02:56

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At the heart of the Good Shepherd’s earthly ministry was an intentional three-year mentoring programme! Leaders need to catch a vision for how they themselves can benefit from the intentional input of others, and how they can similarly be a help to those the Good Shepherd is raising up to serve. Embracing a right view of coaching and mentoring will…

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Sitting at the Shepherd's feet // Elinor Magowan & Rachel Sloan 29:24

5M ago29:24

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What should our priorities be in ministry and how are we we to respond to Jesus, the one who shepherds our souls? This seminar was part of the women's gathering at the 2024 Leaders' Conference. About FIEC: We are ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fellowship of Independent churches⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with members of the family across England, Scotland …

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Cultivating the sustaining gift of ministry friendships // Brian Croft 1:13:00

5M ago1:13:00

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Friendship is a remarkable gift from a Good Shepherd who calls us friends. We are all different in the ways we relate to others, but at some level we all need to celebrate in and nurture this deep gift, both in the good it can do for us but also in the good we can do to others. Brian Croft (Practical Shepherding) led a seminar to help us do so. We …

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Shepherding sufferers // Eric Ortlund 1:03:35

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So much of the Christian life is characterised by suffering. We should not be surprised at this given our theological grounding of sin and its impact upon the world and our lives and the paradigm of the cross. Yet we secretly believe a sort of prosperity gospel and don’t know how to prepare people to suffer. Eric Ortlund, lecturer in Old Testament …

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Shepherding parents // Ed Drew 54:44

5M ago54:44

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75% of Christians are converted before their 18th birthday. We hear this statistic and immediately think of children’s and youth work, but we must not neglect the work of shepherding parents who have primary responsibility for their kids. Ed Drew, Director of Faith in Kids, will help us to consider how we can carefully and wisely help them be godly…

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Shepherding those facing domestic abuse // Helen Thorne-Allenson 1:09:08

5M ago1:09:08

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There are probably more people in our churches who suffer domestic abuse than we realise. It can go unseen for long periods of time and leave much brokenness in its wake. However, we often find it hard to know how to support people wisely and well. In this seminar, Biblical Counselling UK’s Director of Training and Resources Helen Thorne-Allenson h…

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Shepherding those with addictions // Andy Constable 1:13:04

5M ago1:13:04

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Many people in church life are battling addiction – some seen, some unseen. These can vary from dangerous drugs through to food or sex addictions. We need to understand why addictions affect so many, grapple with the pastoral challenges, and develop godly and prayerful strategies for help. Andy Constable, pastor at Niddrie Community Church in Edinb…

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Shepherding across cultures // Girma Bishaw 1:15:45

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Increasingly our churches are wonderfully diverse, often representing the diversity of the communities where they are located. But as leaders, we struggle to embrace this diversity and ‘read the room’. Girma Bishaw, a co-director for The London Project, guides us in exploring biblical principles that can help us provide sensitive and appropriate ca…

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Good shepherds and the Good Shepherd // Brian Croft 47:05

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Wolves in sheep's clothing will come into the church and not spare the flock. How can we discern between them and good shepherds of the Good Shepherds? In Acts 20: 28-30, Paul urges the Ephesian elders to watch over the flock to protect against wolves that will come into the church - even from among the elders themselves. What's more, it can be har…

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"I am the resurrection and the life" (John 11: 1-44) // John Stevens 36:12

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Jesus the life-giving Shepherd reveals the glory of God as he brings dead people to life. The raising of Lazarus in John 11: 1-44 is a sign that points to a greater, spiritual reality, made "so that you may believe". Jesus, the resurrection and the life, reveals the glory of God as his powerful word brings physical resurrection. And we see the glor…

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"I am the bread of life" (John 6: 22-59) // Girma Bishaw 42:54

5M ago42:54

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Jesus is the bread of life who nourishes and sustains his people so that they will never hunger or thirst. Our longings in life and in ministry are often misdirected because we are blinded by our immediate needs over our eternal need. In John 6: 22-59 we read that Jesus came not to give bread but to be bread. We must feed on the bread of life to be…

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"I am the light of the world" (John 8:12) // Paul Kinnaird 18:47

5M ago18:47

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We should pray that Jesus, the Light of the World, would shine ever more brightly in our churches and out into the world around us. Jesus, the Light of the World, is a light that guides, a light that pushes back the power of sin, and a light that transforms people's lives as they move from darkness into light. You can watch a video of this talk on …

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"I am the way, the truth, and the life" (John 14: 1-31) // Brian Croft 42:36

5M ago42:36

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What does it mean to come to the Father through Jesus, and how does the Holy Spirit help us live in relationship with him? We are empowered to be faithful shepherds by the sending of the Holy Spirit to dwell with us and in us. Therefore, the power of our ministry comes with how we walk with God, how we look to Christ, how we rely on the Spirit to d…

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"Before Abraham was, I AM" (John 8: 48-59) // Daniel Grimwade 26:27

5M ago26:27

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Abraham rejoiced at the thought of the coming of Jesus, the divine shepherd. We can share the joy of Abraham as we look to Jesus. Jesus' claim that "before Abraham was born, I am" (John 8: 48-59) draws different responses: from joy to fury. As we look to Jesus: We must revel in the glory of Jesus' divinity. We must resign our self-glorying that bli…

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"I am the good shepherd" (John 10:1-21) // Graham Beynon 40:03

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Jesus, the Good Shepherd, models the pattern for ministry for us as we serve in the church. Jesus is the true shepherd who alone can lead the sheep. He is the gate that leads to life and salvation. He is the good shepherd who shows his goodness in how he lays down his life for his sheep. Now, as we seek to shepherd God's sheep in the church, we mus…

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The patient journey | Citrullinaemia Type 1 26:02

6M ago26:02

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In this episode of, Daniel Evans , HEOR Associate at FIECON, speaks with Charlotte Keys, a patient advocate, whose son Lucas was diagnosed with Citrullinaemia Type 1, and Jonathan Alexander Gibson, Campaigns Lead at Metabolic Support UK .

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In Memoriam Nicu Covaci - PopMatineu, 3 august 2024 -r. Bogdan Puriș 58:55

9M ago58:55

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Emisiunea ”PopMatineu” din 3 august 2024 (Ziua Timișoarei) a fost dedicat de Bogdan Puriș lui Nicu Covaci. Pe 2 august, în ziua în care la Timișoara a fost prezentată publicului opera-rock a grupului Phoenix - ”Meșterului Manole”, sufletul liderului Phoenix a plecat la ceruri. Primele înregistrări ale grupului au fost făcute în studioul Radio Timiș…

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The patient journey | Sickle cell disease 31:56

9M ago31:56

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In this episode, Tyler Piazza, BD Director at FIECON, hosts an insightful interview with Kevin Wake, CMR, CHW, M.S., a sickle cell disease patient advocacy leader and a health outcomes industry expert. Kevin, who was diagnosed with sickle cell disease at nine months old, is now the president of URIEL E OWENS SICKLE CELL DISEASE ASSOCIATION OF THE M…

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Realising Justification (with Glynn Harrison) 18:55

10M ago18:55

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We know the truth of justification by faith in our heads, but how does it drop to our hearts? In Galatians 2:11-21, Paul challenges Peter about his behaviour; his concern is that Peter is not "walking in line with the gospel". The gospel of justification by faith sets the path of life and Peter is deviating from it (in this case by not eating with …

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The patient journey | Metastatic breast cancer 41:38

10M ago41:38

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In this episode Karl Freemyer, BD director at FIECON, is speaking with Emma Chaffin about her experience living with the metastatic breast cancer as a biopharmaceutical executive. Emma is a resilient breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer five years ago at the age of 41. Facing a daunting prognosis and a treatment plan …

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Can We Trust God's Justice? // Paul Mallard & Sarah Allen // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 57:11

1y ago57:11

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The Bible tells us that God loves justice (Psalm 99:4). But is it intrinsic to his very nature? Can we be sure? In this seminar, Paul Mallard, FIEC Director for the West Midlands and chair of the FIEC Theology Team, and Sarah Allen, a pastor's wife in Huddersfield and member of the FIEC Theology Team, explore the topic of God's justice. They explai…

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Independency: the Freedom to Be Faithful (an Interview with John Stevens) 14:14

1y ago14:14

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Independent churches are free to stand firm for biblical truth whilst reflecting the diversity of their individual contexts.In this interview, John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discusses Independency: is it biblical?; what are its advantages?; what are its challenges?This video was recorded at The Hub, FIEC's conference for those exploring the …

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Do You Love Jesus' Sheep? // Graham Thomson (The Hub 2024) 40:21

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Jesus shows his love for his sheep by laying down his life for them. How you love Jesus' sheep is a sign of your love for him. Graham Thomson (pastor at Spen Valley Church in West Yorkshire) speaks from Matthew 25:31-46 at The Hub 2024. You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on ⁠the FIEC website⁠. About The Hub…

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