This ERLC podcast from Washington, DC is hosted by Chelsea Patterson Sobolik, the Director of Public Policy at the ERLC. Join Chelsea and her guests as they help Christians imagine a new way to engage in the public square.
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This ERLC podcast from Washington, DC is hosted by Chelsea Patterson Sobolik, the Director of Public Policy at the ERLC. Join Chelsea and her guests as they help Christians imagine a new way to engage in the public square.
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April 21, 2022
David Jimenez on Second Chance Month
<p>Chelsea Sobolik welcomes David Jimenez, manager of government affairs for Prison Fellowship. They discuss what Second Chance month is and why it is important for churches and communities to remember those in prison. They also discuss ongoing efforts to reform our prison and criminal justice systems in ways that promote the biblical ideas of justice, proportionality, and human dignity – without compromising public safety.</p><h2>Guest Biography</h2><p>David Jimenez serves as the manager of government affairs for Prison Fellowship’s advocacy and public policy team, where he oversees federal and state legislative campaigns. His background is in public policy advocacy and institution building, most recently as a primary manager for the American Enterprise Institute’s outreach to college students, faculty, and administrators. As an undergraduate at Bowdoin College in Maine, Jimenez studied history and political theory. After graduating, he participated in the Hudson Institute’s Political Studies Fellowship and was a Fulbright English teaching assistant in Romania.</p><p>A proud alumnus of Prison Fellowship’s internship program, he first became passionate about criminal justice reform while serving urban youth in New Jersey, where he saw up close the urgent need for restorative approaches to incarceration, law enforcement, and violence. He is passionate about theology, social policy, ethics, and culture. A Pittsburgh native, Jimenez lives in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, D.C.</p><h2>Resources from the Conversation</h2><ul><li>Follow <a href="https://www.prisonfellowship.org/">Prison Fellowship</a>’s work</li><li><a href="https://erlc.com/about/public-policy/">Subscribe to ERLC’s Policy Newsletter</a></li></ul>
March 24, 2022
Dr. Rick Morton on how the Russian invasion of Ukraine impacts vulnerable children
<p>As Russia continues to wage war in Ukraine, the most vulnerable people are suffering, including vulnerable children and children in need of safe, permanent, and loving families.</p><p>Chelsea Sobolik welcomes Dr. Rick Morton, the Vice President of Engagement for Lifeline Children’s Services to discuss how the Russian invasion of Ukraine impacts orphans, vulnerable children, and families in the process of adopting. They discuss how the war harms vulnerable children, and ways the church can get involved in caring for vulnerable children. </p><h2>Guest Biography</h2><p>As Vice President of Engagement, Rick Morton shepherds the Lifeline Children’s Services outreach to individual, church, and organizational ministry partners as well as the ministry’s commitment to publishing resources that aid families and churches in discipling orphans and vulnerable children. Holding both the Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Arts degrees in Christian Education from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Rick taught on the faculty of his alma mater as well as the faculties of Bryan College and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also served local churches in Tennessee, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He is an accomplished writer and sought after speaker. Most notably, Rick is the co-author of the popular Orphanology: Awakening to Gospel-centered Adoption and Orphan Care and the author of KnowOrphans: Mobilizing the Church for Global Orphanology. Rick and his lovely wife Denise have been married for over 26 years, and they have 3 children, all of whom joined their family through international adoption from Ukraine. </p><h2>Resources from the Conversation</h2><ul><li><a href="https://lifelinechild.org/">Lifeline Children’s Services</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Orphanology-Awakening-Gospel-Centered-Adoption-Orphan/dp/1596693029/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3L6U8P4CP24GN&keywords=rick+morton&qid=1648043548&sprefix=rick+morton%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-3">Orphanology: Awakening to Gospel-Centered Adoption and Orphan Care</a> by Rick Morton and Tony Merida</li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/KnowOrphans-Mobilizing-Church-Global-Orphanology/dp/1596693991/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3L6U8P4CP24GN&keywords=rick+morton&qid=1648043599&sprefix=rick+morton%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-2">KnowOrphans: Mobilizing the Church for Global Orphanology</a> by Rick Morton</li><li><a href="https://erlc.com/resource-library/articles/christians-remember-the-vulnerable-children-of-ukraine/">Christians, remember the vulnerable children of Ukraine</a></li><li><a href="https://erlc.com/about/public-policy/">Subscribe to ERLC’s Policy Newsletter</a></li></ul><h2>Sponsors</h2><ul><li><i>Dobbs Resource Page Prayer Guide </i>| Right now, the Supreme Court is considering a major Mississippi abortion case called Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The ERLC and other pro-life organizations filed an amicus brief in this case urging the Supreme Court to overturn the disatrous Roe v. Wade decision. Members of our team also joined pro-life advocates on the steps of the Supreme Court when oral arguments were heard last December. As we approach the Supreme Court’s final decision in June of this year, it’s important for Christians to pray for this landmark case and begin preparing our churches to serve vulnerable women and children in a potential post-Roe world. Download our free prayer guide at <a href="http://erlc.com/dobbs">ERLC.com/Dobbs</a>. That’s <a href="http://erlc.com/dobbs">ERLC.com/Dobbs</a>.</li><li>Dobbs Resource Page | Many Christians are aware that an important case about abortion is being decided at the Supreme Court this June. But for many, this case is confusing and wrapped in a lot of legal jargon. The ERLC wants to help with that, so we’ve created a resource page that will help you and your church understand what this case means, what could happen if Roe v. Wade is overturned, and how your church can prepare to serve vulnerable women and children in the aftermath. To learn more about the Dobbs case and how you can pray, visit <a href="http://www.erlc.com/dobbs">ERLC.com/Dobbs</a>. That’s <a href="http://www.erlc.com/dobbs">ERLC.com/Dobbs</a>.</li></ul>
February 2, 2022
David Curry on the most dangerous place in the world to be a Christian
<p>This week, Chelsea Sobolik sits down with David Curry, President and CEO of Open Doors USA. They discuss the release of Open Door’s 2022 World Watch List, and where it’s the most dangerous place in the world to be a Christian. David shares ways that Christians can pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world.</p><h3><strong>Guest Biography</strong></h3><p>Open Doors USA President and CEO David Curry advocates on behalf of those who are persecuted for their Christian faith. He provides leadership to Open Doors in its mission to strengthen and equip Christians who live under extreme restrictions, while encouraging these believers to remain strong in their faith.</p><p>For over 60 years, Open Doors has worked in the world’s most oppressive regions, empowering and equipping persecuted Christians in more than 60 countries by providing Bibles, training, and programs to help strengthen the church.</p><p>Since assuming the role of CEO in August 2013, Curry has traveled extensively to encourage those living under persecution and support the work of Open Doors. In addition, Curry is often present in Washington, D.C., advocating for religious freedom at the highest levels of our government. He has testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee and met with a wide range of policymakers in Washington from both sides of the aisle, including at the White House, in the Senate and at the U.S. State Department.</p><p>Curry appears frequently on Fox News and is a regular contributor to The Huffington Post. He has also been published or featured in sources such as CBS News, CNN, The Washington Post, Christianity Today, USA Today, The Christian Post, and other news outlets.</p><p>Prior to coming to Open Doors, Curry served as CEO and president at Christian organizations that serve homeless and neglected children in several countries, including India and Peru.</p><p>Curry is the author of four books and holds a bachelor’s degree from Northwest University in Seattle and an honorary doctorate of humane letters from Faith Evangelical College and Seminary based in Tacoma, Washington</p><h3><strong>Resources from the Conversation</strong></h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.opendoorsusa.org/">Open Doors USA World Watch List</a></li><li><a href="https://erlc.com/about/public-policy/">Subscribe to ERLC’s Policy Newsletter</a></li><li><a href="https://erlc.com/theweekly/">Subscribe to ERLC’s The Weekly</a></li></ul><h3>Sponsor</h3><ul><li><strong>Prison Fellowship — Second Chance Month </strong>// Every person has dignity and potential. But one in three American adults has a criminal record, which limits their access to education, jobs, housing, and other things they need to reach that potential. Join Prison Fellowship this April as they celebrate "Second Chance Month”. Find out how you and your church can help unlock second chances for formerly incarcerated people who have repaid their debt to society. Learn how at <a href="http://prisonfellowship.org/" target="_blank">prisonfellowship.org</a>.</li></ul>
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