Babel Undone
Good Shepherd IndiaSince the Tower of Babel, the world has grown increasingly divided by language, culture, faith, and ways of thinking. Yet with advancements in technology and our modes of communication, we may have an unprecedented opportunity for
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interconnectivity. In this global village, we encounter similar issues but approach them in different ways. So, what would it look like to foster a community where learning from each other forms the basis for understanding and coexistence? How can we celebrate our differences while recognising our shared humanity? Welcome to 'Babel Undone', a podcast dedicated to undoing the divisions by creating a space for Christians worldwide to better understand and learn from each other.
Episodes
- 1Welcome to Babel UndoneWelcome to Babel Undone, a new podcast by Premier in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church India. Each week hosts Archbishop Joseph D'Souza (Good Shepherd Church) and Johnnie Moore (president of Congress of Christian Leaders) are joined by someone from a different corner of the world to better understand each other's contexts and learn from each other.
- 2Reverse mission with Dr Harvey KwiyaniWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this first epsiode, Archbishop Joseph and Johnnie are joined by Dr Harvey Kwiyani. Harvey is a Malawian theologian currently serving as CEO of Global Connections. He leads a Masters program exploring diasporas in world Christianity at Church Mission Society. Together they discuss the idea of reverse mission and how the West is now relying from Christians around the world for evangelism. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 3Unity and persecution with Archbishop AngaelosWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this second episode, Archbishop Joseph and Johnnie are joined by Bishop Angaelos, the Coptic orthodox bishop for London and personal representative of the Coptic Pope to the UK. Together they discuss the brutal martyrdom of 21 Coptic Christians on a beach in Libya in 2015 by ISIS and the sense of unity it created within the international Christian community. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 4Surviving Hamas with Yonatan and Ido ShamrizWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this third episode, Archbishop Joseph and Johnnie are joined by Yonatan and Ido Shamriz who are from Kibbutz Kfar Azza. They were there on October 7th when Hamas militants stormed their buildings murdering friends and family. Yonatan and Ido were able to escape but their younger brother Alon remains a hostage in Gaza. This week we hear their story. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 5Understanding anti-Semitism with Rabbi Abraham CooperWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this fourth episode of the series Bishop Joseph De Souza and Johnnie Moore discuss the events of October 7th in Israel, what happened to cause it and why anti-semitism is still alive and well. Helping them to do that is Rabbi Abraham Cooper - chairman of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 6The changing face of mission with Andrew ScottWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear from Andrew Scott who leads one of the biggest mission agencies in the world: Operation Mobilization. It works across 52 countries and with Andrew's helps to make sure the gospel and Christ's teachings keep up with a fast-growing world and crucially aren't left behind. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 7God on the move in China with Benedict RogersWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode the team speak to Benedict Rogers from Hong Kong Watch. He talks about the powerful work God is doing in China and why Christians in that part of the world need our support. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 8Understanding anti-semitism (part 2) with Natan SharanskyWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear from Natan Sharansky, a man, who for many needs no introduction. Primarily he is known as a writer and human rights activist. As a young man he was targetted by the KGB for speaking out on behalf of dissents of the Soviet Union later spending 9 years in prison for treason frequently experiencing periods of solitary confinement. After he was released he moved to Israel, becoming a politician for the Israeil government and is now Chairman of the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy. This podcast was recorded prior to the events of October 7th in which Israel was attacked by Hamas. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 9Mixing faith and politics with MP Tim FarronWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear from Tim Farron MP. Tim served as leader of the Liberal Democrats in the 2017 UK General Election. He would later step down outlining the difficulties of being a Christian on the front line of politics. But even after his experience, he remains a vocal advocate for Christians getting involved in politics. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 10A new way to spread God's word with Mekdes HaddisWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear from Mekdes Haddis - a Millennial African Missiologist who wants to change the way we've been doing mission. It's no longer 'business as usual'. Bishop Joseph D'Souza and Johnnie Moore speak to her about her calling for a new way to spread God's word. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 11Whole person ministry with Kimberley DeckelWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this episode we hear from Kimberley Deckel an ordained vicar in the Anglican church in America. She's a christian who's passionate about social worker. This week Bishop Joseph D'Souza and Johnnie Moore hear about her work on the ground in her city of Austin, Texas and what God has taught her through her roles thus far. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 12The global impact of the Hispanic Church with Pastor Samuel RodriguezWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the new episode we hear from Rev Samuel Rodriguez, an American leader of the global Hispanic church- giving voice to more than 100 million Hispanic Evangelicals throughout the Spanish-speaking diaspora. He's also an author, civil rights activist, movie producer and has advised many U.S Presidents both Democratic and Republican. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 13Sharing the gospel with people most in need with Karl HargetstamWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear from Karl Hargestam, a native Swede but who's work takes him around the world. He's the Executive Director of CityServe which shares the gospel with people most in need. This week we hear about his vital work in Ukraine. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 14Understanding Christian identity and mission in the Old Testament with Dr Carmen ImesWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this latest episode we hear from Dr Carmen Imes, an expert in Old Testament theology and Professor of the Old Testament at Prairie College in Alberta, Canada. She's spent her life helping people understand the Christian identity and mission in the Old Testament and is best known for her book Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 15Clash of cultures with Kancha IIaiah ShepherdWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear what God is doing in India. It's one of the most populated countries on earth and Kancha IIaiah Shepherd is one of its most prominent thinkers and activists. As a child he grew up in a sheep-grazing community and was inspired by his mother to break out of his sub-caste and fight against the discriminatroy behaviour they suffered. He went on to gain a masters in political science from the Osmania University in Hyderbad. His book The Clash of Cultures exposes the reality of life for Dalits living in India. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 16Speaking up for persecuted Christians with Baroness CoxWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this new episode we hear from a woman who is a passionate advocate of religious freedom. Baroness Caroline Cox has served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Lords and now sits in the Lords as a crossbencher frequently speaking up for Christians who are persecuted around the world in conflicts which often get little attention. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 17Exposing Muslims to Jesus with Dr Michael YoussefWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we hear from Dr Michael Youssef an American-Egyptian Pastor well known the Premier audiences for his ministry Leading the Way. As a podcast it reaches millions each week with its main aim to speak to Muslims in the middle east and expose them to the theology of Jesus Christ. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 18The link between Jewish traditions and Christian history with Bishop Robert StearnsWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this new episode we've got two Bishops in the hot seat. Bishop Robert Stearns talks to Bishop Joseph D'Souza and Johnnie Moore about the integral link between Jewish traditions and history and Christianity. He's served in over 30 nations around the world, written many books and is the inspiration behind the worldwide prayer initiative The Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem on the first Sunday of October where over half a million churches participate from 175 different nations. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 19Helping Christians understand their faith with Canon J.JohnWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode Canon J. John - no stranger to the Premier audience - talks about his life and theology. He's a British evangelist, social activist and writer with a gift for storytelling to help Christians understand their faith in new and vibrant ways. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 20Growing the Church in India with Archbishop Joseph D'SouzaWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this episode we're doing someting a little different. We're shining a light on co-host Bishop Joseph D'Souza. He's an internationally recognised human rights activist as well as a missionary, bishop and Christian. He's fought tirelessly for the rights of the Dalits in his country - also known as the untouchables and he's leader of the largest growing church movement in India, the Good Shepherd Church. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 21The threats facing Western democracies with Richard GoldbergWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we'll be speaking to Richard Goldberg who served as the Director for Countering Iranian Weapons of Mass Destruction for the White House National Security Council. His expertise on the threats facing western democracies from an axis of evil make him passionate about the subject. He's now senior advisor at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 22Steven Moore: Responding to Ukraine conflictWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. For the latest episode we take a deep dive into the humanitarian response to the conflict in Ukraine and hear a little of how Christians are and have been fairing there. Steven Moore - a former chief of staff at the House of Representatives - is now based in Ukraine and spends his time drumming up support for his nonprofit, the Ukraine Freedom Project delivering food and military aid to the frontlines. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 23Asking questions with Philip YanceyWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In this episode we chat to Philip Yancey, American author of the classic book which has been a mainstay for so many Christians 'What's so Amazing about Grace?' He describes himself as a journalist and has authored 25 books, continuing to write prolificially on the subject of theology. In this episode we talk to him about his life and work. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
- 24Staying faithful to God in the highest political office with Scott MorrisonWelcome to Babel Undone - a podcast committed to helping Christians learn from each other, regardless of where in the world we're from. In the latest episode we'll speak to Scott Morrison the former Prime Minister of Australia. He led his nation through a global pandemic, drought and recession. Always open about his Christian beliefs, we'll hear what it's like to stay faithful to God at the highest level of politics and discuss his new book Plans for your Good. Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org
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