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Conversations about contentious topics that encourage people to disagree well. Co-hosted by Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer.
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Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Whenever people have conversations about race and racism, definitions are vital. Lisa and Marcos offer their definitions, discuss why the definitions are important for constructive and edifying conversations, even when Christians disagree about these important issues.
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Wherever injustice is found, Christians are called to respond with the justice and love of God. Many leaders argued that the first step toward action is lament. What is lament? Is it helpful? How can lament actually perpetuate the problem? Marcos and Lisa explore this biblical construct in today's context.
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
What a week! The votes are counted and the decision has been made. But how are our hosts reacting? Today, Lisa and Marcos discuss the 2020 election, their concerns, their hopes, and what they desire for the church. This is not an episode you want to miss!
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Any times issues of race or justice are brought up, love is quickly thrown out the window. Lisa and Marcos discuss how love motivates us to have difficult conversations and helps us have those conversations in Christ-honoring ways.
Tuesday Oct 27, 2020
Tuesday Oct 27, 2020
Marcos and Lisa are back! And they're going there: it's time to talk about race, ethnicity, and social justice. Season Three is going to be a wild ride! Subscribe, rate, and review as you come on in to this Season's Family Discussion!
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Tuesday May 19, 2020
In our Season Two Finale, Marcos and Lisa discuss what lessons the church can take from COVID-19 into a post coronavirus world. What innovations should continue on? What perspectives about church have been challenged for the good? What do they hope gets left behind? This is a challenging but important way to finish Season Two. Until next time!
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Lisa and Marcos decide to take a break from discussing the pandemic and turn to one of their favorite pastimes: Watching the West Wing. Your hosts share their favorite moments and characters, explore the politics of the show, and discuss the way creator Aaron Sorkin handles religion. It's a fun break that we all need. Enjoy!
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the tendency to find scapegoats as elected officials weigh the serious challenges of opening the economy against the importance of preserving life. A helpful conversation where there is disagreement, yet still love.
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
It's a special day at the Family Discussion Podcast! Lisa and Marcos welcome guest Dr. Anthony Bradley to discuss the global impact of COVID-19, covering questions about economics, holistic wellness, and global mission work. This is a fascinating conversation that you don't want to miss!
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
A few weeks ago, Dr. Anthony Fauci remarked that COVID-19 was shining a spotlight on societal problems that already existed before the pandemic. Lisa and Marcos reflect on what they've seen "spotlighted", both negative and positive.