Eyyup Esen

Eyyup Esen

In the face of unimaginable loss and uncertainty, the human spirit often finds its strongest voice. This talk shares the inspiring journey of a refugee who transformed hardship into hope, and despair into determination. More than just a story of survival, this is a...
Rev. Dr. Jane Simmons

Rev. Dr. Jane Simmons

“Inspired and Unstoppable” As spring begins, we joyfully celebrate the new growth that has been quietly preparing throughout winter’s apparent dormancy to spring forth into expression. In the same way, we can trust that during the winters of our lives, the...
Kelly Isola

Kelly Isola

Jesus’ Saving Death Didn’t Come From Jesus Words of Jesus were placed on his lips by later Christian storytellers who *themselves* believed that Jesus had been raised from the dead to bring about the salvation of the world. Jesus himself did not start Christianity. ...
Dr. Melanie Dean

Dr. Melanie Dean

Melanie Dean, PhD, is a psychologist, researcher, author and educator dedicated to helping people understand that their emotions are more powerful than they think … and so are they. She wrote the book, The Hidden Power of Emotions, (published by Hay House in 2020),...
Rev. Paul Hasselbeck

Rev. Paul Hasselbeck

Common Question – Uncommon Answer A common question, perhaps a perennial question, is some version of why bad things happen to good people. If God is love, then why do bad things happen? If God is love, then why is the world filled with war, violence, and division?...
Rev. Sheila Ford

Rev. Sheila Ford

“The Awe In It All”. How do we find the extraordinary in everyday existence? The hallowed ground… every bit of it. Sometimes life threatening challenges bring us to a renewed appreciation for, and awareness of, the exquisite miracle of Life! Sweet Life! How can...