Proclaim Peace
Welcome to the Proclaim Peace podcast! Co-hosts Jennifer Thomas, Co-Executive Director at Mormon Women for Ethical Government, and Patrick Mason, Professor at Utah State University, explore a peaceful reading of the scriptures by talking with guest experts who show us how to create peace in turbulent times. Subscribe to the show on YouTube or your favorite listening app and follow along at https://proclaimpeace.org/ for show notes and more resources.
Episodes
51 episodes
Bridging Faith and Family Conflicts Peacefully with Réka Bordás
Jen is joined by guest co-host Maybree Spilsbury and guest Réka Bordás as we explore the biblical stories of Abraham, Lot, Sarah, and Hagar through the lens of peacemaking, sharing practical insights on conflict resolution, boundary setting, an...
Joseph's Story from Pride to Compassion: Breaking Generational Cycles with Rabbi Sam Spector
Patrick and Jen discuss peace and leadership with Rabbi Sam Spector through the story of Joseph. They explore the Hebrew concept of "shalom," meaning complete peace, and its relevance to personal and national contexts. The conversation highligh...
Embracing Diversity and Building Peace: Lessons from the Tower of Babel with Daryl Davis
Jen and Patrick are joined by Daryl Davis to explore the profound lessons of peace, unity, and diversity through the biblical story of the Tower of Babel. They engage in a compelling dialogue about how understanding, communication, and exposure...
The Story of Cain and Abel: Exploring Conflict and Perspective with Jonathan Walker
Jonathan Walker (Jen’s brother!) joins Jen and Patrick in this episode as we dive into the profound and complex biblical story of Cain and Abel, examining themes of conflict, motives, and reconciliation from multiple perspectives. They emphasiz...
Enoch's Lessons on Peacemaking in Zion with Melaney Tagg
Melaney Tagg joins Jen and Patrick to share her insights on building Zion through peacemaking from her personal experiences with facilitating local community dialogue. She emphasizes the importance of seeing others as divine manifestations of G...
Adam and Eve as an Archetype for Understanding Conflict with Mallory Everton
Jen and Patrick are joined by Mallory Everton to explore the themes of personal peace, the complexity of relationships, and the foundational story of Adam and Eve as a lens for understanding conflict and decision-making. They discuss the import...
Navigating Peace in Relationships with Jennifer Finlayson-Fife
Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Jen and Patrick to discuss the multifaceted nature of peace, particularly in the context of relationships and marriage as they read about Adam and Eve. She emphasizes that peace is not merely the absence of conflic...
The Role of Division in Creation and Growth with Jared Halverson
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace podcast, hosts Patrick Mason and Jennifer Thomas are joined by Jared Halverson to explore the themes of peace and conflict through the lens of scripture. They discuss the significance of division in creatio...
Welcome to Season 2!
Welcome to Season 2 of the Proclaim Peace podcast, where hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason will read through the Old Testament through the lens of peacemakers. Join us with special guests to discover what we can learn about how to follow ...
The Old Testament: A Source of Peacemaker Lessons
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason welcome listeners to Season Two, emphasizing the ongoing need for peacemaking in a world filled with conflict. They discuss the importance of the Old Testame...
Part 3: Paul Lambert on When Conflict Comes to Your Doorstep
For this 3 part bonus mini series, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason engage in a thoughtful conversation with Paul Lambert from the Wheatley Institute. Together, they explore the complex emotions and tensions that members of the Church of...
Part 2: Aaron Dorfman on When Conflict Comes to Your Doorstep
For this 3 part bonus mini series, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Aaron Dorfman of A More Perfect Union to explore the experiences of Latter-day Saints as a minority community, especially in the wake of recent events that...
Part 1: Nealin Parker on When Conflict Comes to Your Doorstep
For this 3 part bonus mini series, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Nealin Parker from Common Ground to reflect on recent tragic events affecting the Latter-day Saint community, including the death of President Nelson and a...
Peacemaking and Discipleship: A Live Conversation with Chad Ford
In this special live recording of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hostJennifer Thomas is joined by repeat guest Chad Ford to discuss the impact of recent events on their community and the importance of fostering peace amid fear and conflict. Chad s...
Peacemaking in Politics: Finding Your Voice in Uncomfortable Spaces
In this bonus episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, host Jennifer Thomas explores the challenges of political engagement in the face of slow or no change. Jennifer shares her conversation with Julie Rose on the Uncomfy podcast, emphasizing the...
The Book of Mormon as a Handbook for Peace: Insights and Miracles
In the final episode of Season 1 of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason reflect on their journey through the Book of Mormon and the principles of the gospel that promote peacebuilding. Join them as they celebrate...
Faith, Hope, and Love: The Core Principles of Effective Peacemaking with Scott Rasmussen
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Scott Rasmussen from Interfaith America to reflect on their journey through the Book of Mormon as they approach the series' conclusion. They sh...
From the CIA to the Classroom: How Experience Shapes Perspectives on Peace with Jeannie Johnson
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason explore a broader understanding of peace and peacemaking. They emphasize the importance of expanding the conversation to include diverse perspectives and for...
Fraternal Rivalry and the Quest for Peace: Insights from the Jaredite History with Rosalynde Welch
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Rosalynde Welch to dive into the Book of Ether, a lesser-known book within the Book of Mormon. They discuss its unique historical context and t...
Understanding the Warning Signs: Genocide Prevention Through Gospel Principles with Rachel Miner
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Bellweather International founder Rachel Miner to tackle the difficult and sobering topic of genocide. They emphasize the importance of peace b...
Rejecting Violence: Mormon's Last Lecture on Peace
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason continue their exploration of peacemaking principles derived from the gospel and the Book of Mormon. They share thoughts from the last words of the prophet M...
From Utopia to Reality: Transforming Hearts and Communities with Andrew Bolton
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason continue their three-part series on Zion by diving into the profound teachings found in 4th Nephi. They discuss the significance of taking a deeper look at t...
From Ites to Unity: Creating a Tapestry of Belonging with Ashley Fraser
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason delve into the principles of building Zion, drawing insights from the small yet impactful book of Fourth Nephi in the Book of Mormon. They reflect on the pro...
One Heart, One Mind: Cultivating a Zion Mindset with Melinda Brown
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Melinda Brown to introduce a three-part series focused on the concept of Zion. They emphasize the importance of striving to build Zion as a mea...
The Power of Community in Peacemaking: Lessons from the Sermon on the Mount with David Whippy
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by BYU-Hawaii professor David Whippy to reflect on the New Year and their renewed commitment to peacemaking. They discuss the importa...