The Happy Hippie Jesus Show

Our friend Bishop Gary Mueller joins us once again to talk about what church will look like when we all finally return to our houses of worship.  The Bishop also shares wisdom and guidance on some of the obstacles churches will face in this post Covid-19 world.   Plus, Jeremy goes through puberty in the middle of the episode.

We aren't saying that our podcast is the key to her success but Dr. Michelle Morris didn't have a published book the first time she was on the show.  Michelle has returned to discuss with the boys her new book, "Gospel Discipleship".  The boys learn there is more than one path of discipleship and that Michelle's book offers 4 unique discipleship paths based on each Gospel.   https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Discipleship-Participant-Guide-Christian/dp/1501899058/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32G8HIBC13ORT&dchild=1&keywords=gospel+discipleship+michelle+morris&qid=1591650573&sprefix=gospel+disc%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-1   Check out Michelle's blogs: https://www.grownupbible.org/ https://gospeldiscipleship.net/    

It's time to do a crossover! It works in comic books so why not podcasts?  This week the boys hang out with the guys from the Flight Thoughts Podcast

Rev. Mark McDonald shares some creative worship ideas during the Covid-19 outbreak

Rev. Carness Vaughn discusses how his church is dealing with the Corona Virus and what impacts it has on the mission of the church

Communications expert Amy Ezell returns to share ways congregations can stay connected during the Corona Outbreak

Covid-19 or the Corona Virus has impacted all aspects of our lives.  Bishop Gary Mueller joins Bill and Jeremy to discuss how Covid-19 is impacting the church and faith.   https://arumc.org/covid19/  

What are the best practices for promoting your church online?  How can pastors engage more the community using social media and blogs?  What gets people talking about your church?  Amy Ezell, communication expert, talks with the boys about the does and don’ts of online engagement.  Plus, Jeremy’s lack of preparation gets exposed.   Amy..ezell@arumc.org   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008015804979  

Author and friend of the show, Rabbi Evan Moffic, returns to set the boys straight on Judaism. In this episode, the rabbi answers questions about modern Judaism vs. ancient Judaism.  The boys learn about Judaism’s various beliefs, the sacred texts of Judaism and Jewish views on Jesus.  Plus, Jeremy reveals how he tried to sabotage Bill’s ordination.   Get all of Rabbi Moffic’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/Evan-Moffic/e/B00BNHHWPK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1583764866&sr=8-2 The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ  by Daniel Boyarin   https://smile.amazon.com/Jewish-Gospels-Daniel-Boyarin-ebook/dp/B007QXUY6O/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2NZV04JUEPI59&keywords=daniel+boyarin+the+jewish+gospels&qid=1583532155&sprefix=daniel+boy%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-1

What should a pastoral response to mass shootings be?  How can we disagree in faith on policy but find places of agreement?  Whatever happened to Biblical literacy?   And how do physics and worship relate?  Dr. Wes Allen spends time with the boys wrestling with these questions and more.   Plus, Bill misreads another book title!  All this and more on this week’s episode.   “Protestant Worship” by Dr. Wesley Allen  https://www.amazon.com/Protestant-Worship-Multisensory-Introduction-Practitioners/dp/150184265X/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=protestant+worship&qid=1582752971&sr=8-2   Dr. Allen’s author’s page:  https://www.amazon.com/O-Wesley-Allen/e/B001JSBLGO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1582753048&sr=8-1

 Student burnout, depression and anxiety are at an all-time high. How do fix student burnout?  How do you treat burnout syndrome? Is anxiety in college students common?  Yes.   How can college students reduce anxiety?   This week the boys talk with Dr. Sarah Bollinger about how ancient faith practices can relieve stress, anxiety and pressure for students and anyone else. Plus, we learn that Jeremy views Jesus as Mr. Potter from “It’s a Wonderful Life.”  Dr. Sarah Bollinger is a psychotherapist, a clinical social worker and a misfit mystic.    Leave us a message- 501-291-1761 http://drsarahbollinger.com/ sarahbollingertherapy@gmail.com “An Awakened Life” By Dr. Sarah Bollinger https://www.amazon.com/Awakened-Life-8-Week-Student-Well-Being/dp/1945935499/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=sarah+bollinger&qid=1581955943&sr=8-1

Call and leave the show a message- 501-291-1761 What are the psychological effects of domestic violence?  How does physical abuse affect a person?  Dr. Christy Sim, is a counselor, author and survivor of domestic violence.  Dr. Sim talks with the guys about caring for survivors of domestic violence. She shares with us some of the psychological effects of domestic violence and how physical abuse affects a person. Additionally, she gives Jeremy and Bill advice on recognizing abuse victims, giving a voice to survivors and transforming the church into a safe and welcoming space for survivors.   If you are trying to escape abuse call 1-800-799-7233 Bi-Lingual Domestic Abuse Hotline 651-772-1611 For Teens Text-“ Loveis “ to 22522   “Survivor Care: What Religious Professionals Need to Know about Healing Trauma” By Christy Sim https://www.amazon.com/Survivor-Care-Religious-Professionals-Healing/dp/1945935359/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=christy+sim&qid=1581646353&sr=8-1   email: DrChristySim@gmail.com   website: www.DrChristySim.com   "The #MeToo Reckoning: Facing the Church's Complicity in Sexual Abuse and Misconduct" https://www.amazon.com/MeToo-Reckoning-Churchs-Complicity-Misconduct/dp/0830845828/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=The+%23MeToo+Reckoning&qid=1581647133&sr=8-1   Thriving in the Wake of Trauma: A Multicultural Guide by Thema Bryant-Davis  https://www.amazon.com/Thriving-Wake-Trauma-Multicultural-Guide/dp/0759111715/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Thriving+in+the+Wake+of+Trauma%3A&qid=1581647103&sr=8-1  

This week the boys interview Jim Polk.  Jim discusses with the guys what it mains to be counter cultural, humble and how following Jesus evolved for him.  Plus, Bill has an inferiority complex.  All this and more on this week’s episode of the Happy Hippie Jesus Show!

Pastor and author Brian Zahnd stops by the show to talk with Bill and Jeremy about his book Postcards From Babylon.  Brian challenges the boys to examine their allegiance and can you truly serve 2 masters.  Plus the guys talk with Brian about flag poles. All this and more on The Happy Hippie Jesus Show   Word of Life Church  http://wolc.com/ Twitter- @brianzahnd Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/BrianZahnd/ Postcards from Babylon- https://www.amazon.com/Postcards-Babylon-Church-American-Exile/dp/057821377X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=postcards+from+babylon&qid=1580145272&sr=8-1

Dr. Bill Lawrence stops by for a timely conversation with the boys.  Explore the history of United Methodism and what past schisms can mean for the hope of tomorrow.  Plus, get a glimpse into how long it takes Bill to actually edit and release an episode.  All of this and more on this week’s episode of The Happy Hippie Jesus Show.   A Methodist Requiem: Words of Hope and Resurrection for the Church- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079MCHD1Q?pf_rd_p=ab873d20-a0ca-439b-ac45-cd78f07a84d8&pf_rd_r=ZQR5YZMNDPB24WGVJ1DY   wblawren@mail.smu.edu  

To kick off the New Year the boys talk with Kay Kotan.  Kay is an author,  clergy coach and Director of the Center for Multiplying Disciples at the Arkansas United Methodist Conference.  Kay talks with the guys about faith sharing, empowering church members and hospitality.   Plus, Kay counsels Jeremy on his control issues.   https://www.kaykotan.com/ “Launching Leaders” By Kay Kotan and Phil Schroeder-  https://www.amazon.com/Launching-Leaders-leadership-development-heights/dp/1950899039/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=kay+kotan&qid=1578347065&sr=8-4   The Center for Multiplying Disciples- https://arumc.org/our-ministries/center-for-multiplying-disciples/

This week the boys talk grace ,with Author our “Simply Grace”, Bruce Blumer.   Through the power of story, his own, his family, his friends and even a few strangers, Bruce gives us a hopeful and unique picture of grace.  Plus we talk about grace showing up in a casino and Jeremy gets put in his place yet again!  All this and more on this week’s episode of The Happy Hippie Jesus Show.   Bruce’s blog: https://bruceblumer.com/   Find out more and support LaGonave Alive:  http://lagonavealive.com/   Get the book “Simply Grace”:  https://www.amazon.com/Simply-Grace-Everyday-Glimpses-God-ebook/dp/B07ZHG2JLC/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=simply+grace&qid=1576528338&sr=8-2  

This week the boys talk with Dr. David W. Scott, who is the director of Mission Theology for the General Board of Global Ministries.  Dr. Scott shares with us ways we can take mission to the next level, as well as some of the mistakes churches make in performing mission. Join Bill and Jeremy for this insightful and timely topic.    Crossing Boundries- https://www.amazon.com/Crossing-Boundaries-Sharing-Through-Mission/dp/1945935472/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=david+w.+scott&qid=1575935544&sr=8-1 Blog- https://um-insight.net/topics/david_w_scott/

The boys have returned and put their careers at risk as the interview the Bishop Gary Mueller.  In this interview Jeremy and Bill talk with Bishop Mueller about the future of the church, the Bishop's dreams for the church.  Plus the Bishop gives the boys some pastoral advice.   http://www.arumc.org https://www.facebook.com/gary.mueller.125 https://www.facebook.com/arkansasumc/ https://arumc.org/category/bishops-daily-devotional/

Get ready to put your feet in the dirt of first century Israel with Dr. Mitzi Minor.  The boys take time to talk with Bill’s former New Testament Professor about the importance of resurrection.  What did Jesus’ resurrection mean to early Christians and what does it mean for us today.  Plus, Jeremy and Bill continue to struggle through couples counseling.   Memphis Theological Seminary