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From Brokenness to Hope: The Gospel Mandate for Justice with the Rev. Canon Chris McCloud

In this compelling episode, the Good News team Lynn Shematek and Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch welcom…

Exploring the Intersection of Art and Spirituality with Deborah Hazlett

In this episode with the team from Good News!, professional actress Deborah Hazlett shares insights from her extensive career w…

Shaping Tomorrow’s Church Today: A Conversation with Kate Riley

In this episode of 'Good News!', Kate Riley, Canon for Youth and Young Adults for the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland, shares her journey…

Discovering Your Radiance with Gordon Creamer

Join us in this enlightening podcast episode with Gordon Creamer, the creator of Mission Bridge and program director at The Well for the Journey. Gordon,…

Cultivating Spiritual Growth: A Journey with Dina van Klaveren

Join Jon and Lauren as they welcome the Rev. Dina van Klaveren, an Episcopal priest with a rich history in parish ministry, now serving …

The Franciscan Way: A Conversation with the Reverend Dr. Amy Slaughter

In this episode, Jon and Lauren host Reverend Dr. Amy Slaughter, who shares her journey and experiences as a priest in the Episc…

Discovering Balance and Healing: A Journey with Trish Lott

In this episode of Good News!, Lynn Shematek and Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch welcome Trish Lott, who shares her fascinating career…

The Art and Power of Preaching with David Schlafer

In this episode of Good News, Lynn Shematek and co-hosts Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch speak with Reverend Dr. David Schlafer—a philosopher,…

Finding Your "Purpose Power" with Markiesha E. Wilson

In this episode of Good News, Lynn Shematek and co-hosts Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch interview Markiesha E. Wilson, a change consultant…

Connections That Count: Unleashing the Spirit of Volunteerism in Baltimore County

In this podcast, co-hosts Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch meet Alison Vogrin and Chanell Abdul-Muhaimin to lear…

Empowering Gifts: Deacons Bridging Church and World

Join the Good News team: Lynn Shematek and co-hosts Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch as they speak with Denise Schiavone, Archdeacon of the Ep…

Uncommon Paths: The Rev. Julia Fritts on Music, Acupuncture, and Ministry

Welcome Reverend Julia A. Fritz to our podcast! In this heartfelt episode, Reverend Fritz shares her unique journey, from a c…

In this inspiring episode of Good News, meet James Woody, the Executive Director of Sutton Scholars, a high school enrichment program sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland, as he shares his …

In this inaugural episode of the second season of Good News, hosts Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch sit down with the Right Reverend Carrie Schofield-Broadbent, the fifteenth Bishop of the Episc…

This episode explores the final Beatitude, 'Blessed are those who are persecuted for the cause of right, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.' The discussion delves into the complexity and difficulty…

Inner Peace, World Peace: Blessed Are the Peacemakers

n this enlightening episode, the Good News team - Lynn Shematek, Lauren Welch, and Jon Shematek - discuss Jesus' beatitude about peacemakers, high…

Blessed Are the Pure in Heart: Understanding True Love and Divinity

Join Lynn Shematek, Lauren Welch, and Jon Shematek from the Good News team as they explore the beatitude 'Blessed are the pure in he…

The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Exploring the 5th Beatitude

Join the Good News team, Lynn Shematek, Lauren Welch, and Jon Shematek, as they delve into the 5th Beatitude from Matthew's Gospel: 'Blessed …

Have you ever found yourself in trouble? Not just any trouble, but the kind of "good trouble" that drives change and justice in the world? This concept, famously championed by civil rights leaders li…

The Power of Meekness: Redefining Strength through Humility

Is meekness a weakness or a kind of superpower? Join the Good News team, Lynn Shematek, Lauren Welch, and Jon Shematek, as they delve into t…