Show Notes:

In this episode, Reverend Dr. Kevin Muriel shares his journey from Mississippi to Atlanta, his insights on racial reconciliation, leadership in the church, and the future of the United Methodist Church. A rich conversation on history, culture, and innovative leadership in faith communities.


Resources:

Cascade United Methodist Church - https://cascadeumc.org/
Candler School of Theology - https://candler.emory.edu/
Duke Divinity School - https://divinity.duke.edu/
Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church - https://www.umcmission.org/
James Lawson and the Nashville Civil Rights Movement - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Lawson
Twitter - https://twitter.com/KevinMuriel
Cascade UMC - https://cascadeumc.org/

Did you know that The Weight now features a video format? You can watch every new episode on YouTube!

Show Notes:

In this conversation, Jason Moore discusses the intersection of artificial intelligence and the church, exploring the historical context of technology in ministry, the ethical considerations of AI, and its practical applications. He emphasizes the importance of embracing technology while exercising restraint and maintaining human agency in the creative process. The discussion also highlights the potential benefits and challenges of AI in ministry, encouraging a thoughtful approach to its integration.


Resources:

Web - https://www.aiandthechurch.ai/

Instagram - @midnightoilprod

Season 7 of The Weight will be coming soon!

We have been hard at work preparing a studio for a new video format of the podcast. While we won't have weekly episodes with this new format, we will still be bringing you the highest quality guests and conversations. Make sure you like and subscribe on YouTube so that you're notified when a new episode drops!

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Show Notes:

Cody Hickman joins Chris McAlilly and Eddie Rester as they wrap up the season with a thoughtful discussion on their favorite moments of past episodes. They reflect on Christ-centered leadership, the significance of mental health, and generational differences in the workplace. Join along for a lighthearted episode that concludes the season.

Resources:

To learn more about Lover’s Lane UMC and Eddie Rester, click here.

To learn more about Oxford University UMC, Cody Hickman, and Chris McAlilly, click here.

Show Notes:

J.D. Walt, former dean of the chapel at Asbury Seminary in Wilmore, KY, and founder of Seedbed, joins Chris and Eddie with a strong conversation about the gospel being a transformative force, rather than a self-improvement program. Walt dives into how sin is like cancer, and later discusses his newly released book on Romans.

Resources:

Learn more at Seedbed’s official website.

Listen to J.D. Walt’s podcast here.

Read J.D. Walt’s articles here.

Purchase “Romans: From Sin Management to Love Unleashed (Daily Seeds)”.

Show Notes:

Not only is Matt Campbell a licensed psychologist, he’s also a friend of Eddie and Chris (and a member of Chris’s church—which also used to be Eddie’s church—in Oxford, MS). Matt has worked in private practice since 2003, and is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Mississippi Psychological Association, and the National register of Health Service Psychologists. He earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology at Clemson University and his PhD in clinical psychology from The University of Mississippi.

Resources:

Learn more about Matt’s practice here

Follow Matt on Facebook

Buy his book, Our Primal Five: The Simple 5-Week Guide To Self-Care

Show Notes:

“Everybody in the system affects everybody else in the system.” Chris McAlilly and Eddie Rester dive into a thoughtful discussion about what it means to have a healthy church culture and leadership. They discuss everything from trust to gratitude to humor, while discussing their own personal experiences and with growing a strong team dynamic.

Resources:

Learn more at the Weight’s website.

Read about Chris McAlilly on OU’s official website.

Learn more about Eddie Rester at Lovers Lane official website.