Cowboy Jesus - The Rodeo of Life and Religion

Interview with Steven Burge

In honor of Pride month and Pride Sunday at Columbine, I interview Steven Burge. Steven is a friend of Columbine United Church. He is a gay man who is very open about his sexuality and his faith. Together we talk about LBTQI+ issues. He shares some insights from his own life and his journey of coming out. His openness makes for a non threatening conversation allowing us to think about who we are and how we believe God loves all people regardless. The interview is right at 34 minutes. 

Predestined for What?

Get ready, in this podcast it's me prattling on about one of my favorite topics, predestination and freewill. Now, don't tune me out or get bored. This is something I can't stop thinking about so I wanted to share with you some of my thoughts. It's right at 30 minutes. Listen and see if I don't stir up some of your own ideas.

Interview with Nazi Holocaust Expert, Doug Huneke

Doug Huneke is a rare person. He is a pastor, friend, mentor and an expert on the Nazi Holocaust. Doug's primary focus is on the rescuers - those who risked their lives to rescue Jews from the German concentration camps. His book, The Moses of Rovno, recounts the life of Herman Graebe. Mr Graebe saved over a thousand Jews. Doug's first hand interviews are more than compelling. His book sold thousands of copies and has been used in college and seminary courses. Doug studied the common traits those who rescued Jews shared with one another. Together Doug and I talk about not only the Holocaust and the rescuers, but also what's happening in Palestine today. 

Steve Hester and Malcus and Me

In this episode I interview the author Steve Hester. Steve has written one of the best stories of the life of Jesus that I've ever read. The book is funny, serious, poignant and compelling. Malcus and Me had me laughing and wanting to pray all in the same chapter. Listen to Steve share the story of Jesus from the character of Malcus, one of the early followers of Jesus. 

Vanessa Johnston, Death Doula

You've heard of Birth Doula's, what about a Death Doula? In this episode I interview Vanessa Johnston who is a professional Death Doula. This is a fascinating episode as she shares with us the different ways she coaches people in the process of dying. Please listen and share with someone who might need someone to help them in the final transition of life. 

Braver Angels and John Schwenkler

Do you fear for the Union? Do you wonder if Republicans and Democrats will ever be able to talk to each other? If so, then you need to listen to this episode. I interview John Schwenkler from Braver Angels. Braver Angels is an organization dedicated to bringing Red and Blue people to the table to listen and talk with each other. John has a great message for all of us. 

Damian Mulvany, Film Screenwriter

In this episode I interview Damian Mulvaney. Damian and I have known each other for over twenty years. Damian is a skilled screenwriter. He has won many awards for his scripts. His scripts are compelling and tell a great story. The death of his brother is a feature in some of his screenplays. I invite you to listen to Damian share his joy of writing. One of the things I have on my bucket list is to sit with Damian and watch his work on the big screen. Here's Damian Mulvaney 

Cowboy Jesus and Medical Assist In Dying

In this episode I interview Linda Veres. Together we share the story of her husband's death. Jeff, Linda's husband, and I knew each other for forty years. After a debilitating stroke, and advancing MS, which left him confined to a wheel chair, he made the decision to end his life with MAID, Medical Assist In Dying. Before his death, Jeff gave me the permission to share his story. Listen and reflect not only on Jeff's death, but possibly the option for you or someone you love. 

What are you supposed to be doing?

I'm back from my sabbatical starting a new season of Cowboy Jesus. In this episode I talk about Jesus discovering his purpose and the reason for why he has been sent by God. Jesus discovers, much to the dismay of his followers and the crowd, what he is supposed to be doing. It begs the question, are you doing what you're supposed to be doing? 

My Interview with Rachel Gibson

In this episode I interview Rachel Gibson. Rachel is a dynamic person with energy and vision. She's very active on TikTok and many of you might already be following her. If not, you need to! Rachel tells the story of her upbringing in a conservative evangelical church and how she moved away from her fundamentalist beliefs. She now is in the process of deconstructing and reconstructing her faith. You'll enjoy this conversation as Rachel has a lot to say for those engaging the process of faith development.