

Talkingbird
Mockingbird
Your destination for talks given at events hosted by Mockingbird (www.mbird.com), both present and past. Subjects run the gamut from religion and theology to psychology and literature to pop culture and relationships and everything in between. Humor and grace abound.
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May 9, 2022 • 32min
Yelling Feels So Good: An Honest (and Hopeful) Conversation About Anger – Elizabeth Passarella
A breakout session from the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

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May 9, 2022 • 41min
Rene Girard: Church Father for a Secular Age – James Wilson
James Wilson, in the ordination process for Christ Church, presents a fascinating talk on René Girard at the Mockingbird Conference. He dives into Girard's transformation from atheist to Catholic, revealing the intersection of science and religion. Wilson explores the modern challenges Christianity faces in a secular world, discussing how mimetic desire fuels conflict and social media exacerbates dissatisfaction. He highlights the historical significance of scapegoating, pointing to Christ as a transformative figure for contemporary spiritual crises.

May 9, 2022 • 43min
Marriage: Soulmates, Roommates, Enemies, or Inmates? – Jason Thompson
A breakout session from the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

May 9, 2022 • 1h 7min
'Behold, this is a bright star': History, Horror, and Hope – Tom Holland
A keynote talk from the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

May 9, 2022 • 33min
Take Heart: The Living World Will Have Its Way With You – Jason Micheli
From the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

May 9, 2022 • 36min
F***ing Hope: The Best (and Worst) Part of the Christian Life – Ben Maddison
A breakout session from the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

May 9, 2022 • 32min
Loving My Dead Neighbors: Finding Grace in the Lives of Others – Daniel van Voorhis
A breakout session from the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

May 6, 2022 • 8min
Devotion 1 – Andy Squyres
From the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in New York City. April 28th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

May 6, 2022 • 35min
The Cure of Souls: Theory of Change in Christian Ministry – Simeon Zahl
Exploring the deep connection between theology and Christian ministry, the podcast discusses the impact of academic theology on ministry practices. It delves into theological assumptions in ministry, the role of Christian information approach for flourishing, and contrasting theories of change in ministry. The discussion highlights the transformative role of divine grace in ministry and the importance of aligning desires with spiritual practices for effective transformation.

May 6, 2022 • 8min
Devotion 2 – Andy Squyres
From the 14th Annual Mockingbird Conference in New York City. April 29th, 2022. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).