For People with Bishop Rob Wright
For People is a conversation with Bishop Rob Wright, spiritual leader to the more than 50,000 people in the 117 worshipping communities of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. In this podcast, Bishop Wright meets listeners at the crossroads of faith and life to explore the challenges of an ever-changing world. Listen in to find out how he expands on For Faith, drawing inspiration from the life of Jesus to answer 21st-century questions.
Episodes
247 episodes
Dangerous Oddness
“Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you and pray for those who abuse you.” Those are Jesus’ directives to us who call him lord. What a dangerous oddness! The concept of "dangerous oddness," a unique term by ...
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Episode 240
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19:56
The Heart of Moral Leadership with Dr. David Orr
Climate change is a real-world problem. Its intricate web connects governance, social justice, and ecological sustainability. Real solutions require moral leadership that reaches far beyond political party and country lines.In the latest...
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Episode 239
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30:36
The Heart of Moral Leadership with The Rev. Dr. Robert Franklin
Join us for Bishop Wright's latest podcast series: The Heart of Moral Leadership. Moral leadership is critical in turbulent political times because it provides a compass for guiding people through uncertainty, promoting justice, and fostering u...
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Episode 238
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26:12
Faith & Public Policy with Rebecca Linder Blachly
Faith and public policy are at a crossroads, making waves in national headlines. This intersection is deeply political, with Christians divided on all sides of the issue. As followers of Christ, it’s essential to remember that while Jesus’ mess...
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20:43
Tested
In our suffering, we often forget that even Jesus suffered. Many have turned away from God due to past wounds, yet some seek healing from the same experiences. By reflecting on Jesus' suffering, we can begin to understand this human condition c...
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Episode 238
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27:14
Tick-Tock
Tick-Tock... Not the app some of us spend time on! Tick-tock used to refer to the passing of time marked by a second hand on a watch or clock. When Matthew tells his story of Jesus, he often uses a word that points to the rapid elapse of time, ...
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Episode 237
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20:23
47/96
What if our fixation on political leaders hinders our spiritual and communal growth? As we reflect on the intersection of Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president and Dr. King's birthday, we are invited to recognize the potential dange...
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Episode 236
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21:29
The Faith & Leadership of President Jimmy Carter
What lessons can a former president's legacy teach us about today's political landscape? President Jimmy Carter's inaugural address from 1977, given nearly 50 years ago, remains relevant to the social and political climate in our country and wo...
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Episode 235
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21:03
Loosen
New Years is a time of the year we often discuss resolutions and taking on new projects. But what can happen in our lives when we loosen the grip on old ways and thinking? President Jimmy Carter models just that! In this episode, M...
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Episode 234
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23:48
Magnificent
What if faith could topple the mighty and elevate the humble? The Magnificat, Mary's timeless song of hope and defiance, holds the key to addressing today's inequities and injustices. In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a co...
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Episode 233
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23:48
Accelerates
What if embracing authenticity could lead you to spiritual maturity and a deeper connection with God? John the Baptist's authenticity invites us to step out of societal norms and into a life of repentance and grace. In this episode, Mel...
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Episode 232
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23:49
Repent
What does it mean repent and embrace change? It is more than acknowledging past mistakes! It includes confronting deep-seated fears and behaviors that prevent us from living fully as God intends.In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wrigh...
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Episode 231
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21:55
The King is Here!
When we think of kings, we often think of power and corruption. We don't think about service, justice, and love. But that is the King that Jesus is to us! In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about John 18:33-3...
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Episode 230
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20:17
To Be Witnesses: Bishop Wright's Sermon at the 118th Annual Council
Bishop Wright's sermon "To Be Witnesses" given at the 118th Annual Council of the Diocese of Atlanta. Read the full Annual Council Recap here.
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Episode 229
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15:19
Witness
Acts 1 shows us how Jesus exemplified the true nature of power—not through dominance but through actions and choices that reflect a true commitment to God and one another. That through the power of Witness, we can change the world.In th...
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Episode 228
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16:53
Leading Change with Paige Alexander, CEO, The Carter Center
Learn more about the The Carter Center through the lens of CEO Paige Alexander. President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter established The Carter Center in 1982. The Center seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, ...
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Episode 227
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24:59
Abundant Life for All with The Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, Presiding Bishop, ELCA
God made each of us for an abundant life, but that isn't the world we live in. To strive for an abundance of life for all people is to actively take up your faith and civic responsibility!In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversatio...
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Episode 226
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24:29
Whirlwind
The Book of Job gives us example of how walking alongside God doesn't guarantee a life without suffering. And even amidst suffering, Job finds a deeper understanding of God. In this episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation...
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Episode 225
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16:55
Embracing Authenticity with David Hayward (NakedPastor)
Why is remaining curious about your own belief systems the key to spiritual and personal growth? Curiosity means listening to other perspectives with an open heart and mind! Deconstructing<...
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Episode 224
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24:46
Recenter
In Mark 10, Jesus shares that marriage is about becoming one flesh. He does this by recentering the law of Moses around divorce. In a moment where the pharisees try to trick Jesus with a question, Jesus makes a boldy names divorce but also what...
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Episode 223
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22:01
Exposing Christian Nationalism with Sister Eilis McCulloh
How do core values of interdependence and interconnectedness shape our communities?The final guest in our series on Christian Nationalism Sister Eilis McCulloh. Bishop Wright and Sr. Eilis discuss connectedness, values, and how connecti...
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Episode 222
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Exposing Christian Nationalism with State Rep. James Talarico
Why is Christian Nationalism on the rise and what does Jesus think about it? The next guest in our series on Christian Nationalism is Texas State Representative James Talarico. Bishop Wright and Rep. Talarico discuss this question...
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Episode 221
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25:47
Exposing Christian Nationalism with The Rev. Dr. Pamela Cooper-White
What happens when faith and nationalism collide? The next guest in our Christian Nationalism series is The Rev. Dr. Pamela Cooper-White, author of The Psychology of Christian Nationalism. Bishop Wright and Dr. Cooper-White expl...
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Episode 220
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Exposing Christian Nationalism with Dr. Michael W. Austin
Christian Nationalism is an ideology that’s everywhere, masquerades as a theology that has infected our politics and seeks to guide our policies locally and nationally. The problem with Christian Nationalism is that it doesn’t have anything to ...
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Episode 219
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26:56
