Our Latest Program: Sunday January 19, 2025
Blushing Water - Episode #4165
Join us for Episode #4165 of Day1 as Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee, senior pastor at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church in Toronto, Ontario, delivers an inspiring message titled “Blushing Water,” based on John 2:1-11. Speaking to the Second Sunday after Epiphany, Dr. Byassee reflects on Jesus turning water into wine. Through this well-known story, he explores themes of divine hospitality, spiritual hunger, and the call to embrace holy risks. With wisdom and humor, Dr. Byassee challenges us to envision the church as a place of radical welcome and hope, where maybe a good party should happen from time to time.
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Names and the One Name - Episode #4166
Join us for Episode #4166 of Day1 as Rev. Dr. Michael Knowles, retired professor at McMaster Divinity College in Hamilton, Ontario, delivers a message entitled “Names and the One Name,” based on Nehemiah 8:1-10. Speaking to the Third Sunday after Epiphany, Dr. Knowles reflects on the rediscovery of God’s Word by the exiled people of Israel. Through this moment in scripture, he explores themes of identity, faithfulness, and the transformative power of God’s name. Don’t miss this compelling and thoughtful message that calls us to deeper understanding and celebration of God’s enduring presence.
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Why ‘Golly’ Isn’t Enough: Religion’s Role in Expressing Awe
In Episode #4165 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee and host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime the significance of language in expressing the sacred and profound. Dr. Byassee reflects on insights from Talal Asad and shares a meaningful story from Rabbi Steve Sager, exploring how religion provides the tools to articulate wonder in ways that go beyond casual reactions like "Golly!"
Rediscovering Jesus: A Revolutionary and Countercultural Leader
In this interview excerpt from episode #4164, Rev. Dr. Carol Lynn Patterson reflects on Jesus’ revolutionary call to care for the marginalized, challenging the modern church to embrace justice and authenticity. Speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, she highlights how faith leaders can reclaim the transformative power of Christ’s example to confront societal systems and uplift their communities.
The Role of the Prophet: Lessons on Prophecy from Jeremiah
In this interview excerpt from episode #4163, Rev. Dr. Kimberleigh Buchanan explores the role of prophecy in times of comfort and crisis, reflecting on the transformative ministry of Jeremiah. Speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, she challenges faith leaders to balance accountability and hope, encouraging deeper engagement with God’s justice and grace in their communities.
Finding Jesus Beyond the Manger: A Reflection for the New Year
In this interview excerpt from episode #4162, Rev. Dr. Charles Qualls reflects on the intersection of faith, community, and shared responsibility, exploring how the Gospel story calls us to deeper communal care and spiritual habits. Speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, he connects the post-Christmas text from Luke’s Gospel to the importance of seeking Jesus in community and embracing our role within the greater faith body as we move into a new year.
Rev. Dr. Edmund Steimle’s Transformative Approach to Preaching | Insights with Rev. Dr. Tom Long
Rev. Dr. Edmund Steimle transformed radio preaching with his dialogical style. Rev. Dr. Tom Long, a longtime student and admirer of Steimle's work shares reflections on his legacy, and how he blended faith and doubt to inspire spiritual growth. With an insightful video clip.
What 12-Step Programs Reveal About Living a Transformed Faith
In this sermon and interview excerpt from episode #4160, Wesley Rowell reflects on the intersection of faith and 12-step recovery programs, exploring how transformation and joy are found in giving the gift of healing away. Then, speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, he connects the Gospel of John’s message of bearing fruit to the profound spiritual practices of recovery.
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Day1 Video Feature
Peter Wallace Presents the Day1 Ministry and a Brief History of The Protestant Hour
Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in Atlanta, home base of the Day1 ministry, invited producer and host Peter Wallace to share about the ministry. He also provides a brief history of great preaching on the Protestant Hour and Day1 with audio clips.
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Event with the Most Rev. Michael Curry
On March 21, 2023, at a Day1 Dinner Event in Atlanta, Episcopal Presiding Bishop Michael Curry offered an inspiring message of faith in today's world. Also participating in the evening's program were the Rev. Peter Wallace (host and producer of Day1), the Very Rev. Sam Candler (Dean of the Cathedral of St. Philip), the Rt. Rev. Robert C. Wright (Bishop of the Diocese of Atlanta), emcees Chris Chandler and Jared Yamamoto (of Day1's flagship station WSB 95.5), and others.
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Zoom Webinar Celebrating the Life and Legacy of C. T. Vivian
Day1 presents a challenging and timely conversation on the life and legacy of the late Civil Rights leader and powerful preacher, Dr. C. T. Vivian. CNN's Don Lemon moderates a panel with Dr. Bernice King, Ambassador Andrew Young, son Al Vivan, and Steve Fiffer.
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Zoom Salon with Susan Sparks
Day1 host Peter Wallace has a fun and inspirational conversation with the Rev. Susan Sparks, stand-up comedian, Baptist pastor, and author of several books including her latest, "Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake"...
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Salon: Next Gen Preachers Roundtable
Six up-and-coming preachers and church leaders gather to share their authentic and inspiring thoughts about where we are now and where we're heading as the church in this new day. Watch our Day1 Zoom Salon here!
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Book Launch Party Video
Day1 presents a video Book Launch Party for the new book, "Bread Enough for All: A Day1 Guide to Life," published by Church Publishing, Inc. Join Day1 host Peter Wallace and seven outstanding preachers/church leaders who share their sermon excerpts from the book and engage in conversation and Q&A: Joanna M. Adams, Anna Carter Florence, William Flippin Jr., Juan Carlos Huertas, Micah Jackson, Charley Reeb, and Ozzie Smith Jr.
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Day1 Audio Feature
Bonus Day1 Sermon! The Rev. Jane Mitchell Weston: "What Will We Plant Together?" (Mark 4:26-34)
In a special sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost, the Rev. Jane Mitchell Weston says the two parables in Mark 4 give us imagery of the kingdom of God starting as something tiny, almost imperceptible, and growing in mysterious and magnificent ways. Yet the growth in the parable is God’s doing, not ours--which can liberate us from the feeling that we have to do it all, that we’re in charge of the success of the Kingdom of God.
Day1 Audio Feature
Day1 Worship On the Way Podcast - Pilot
Day1 is pleased to present a pilot for a potential new weekly podcast: Worship On the Way. Experience a half hour worship experience with hymns, songs, and prayers, along with a powerful sermon by an outstanding Day1 preacher.
Day1 Audio Feature
The Alban Conversation: Preaching Easter Online - Audio Version
Here's the audio version of The Alban Conversation with Nathan Kirkpatrick, Day1's Peter Wallace, and Duke's Christine Parton Burkett on preaching Easter online--and anytime.
Day1 Audio Feature
The Rev. John Vannorsdall: "Come and Have Breakfast" - A Protestant Hour Easter Message
The Rev. John Vannorsdall, Lutheran pastor and chaplain at Yale University and Gettysburg Seminary, was the Protestant Hour's regular Lutheran preacher from 1976 until 1990. He passed away earlier this week. We remember him and his astounding impact on the church with a presentation of his Easter sermon originally airing April 6, 1980. May he rest in peace.
Day1 Audio Feature
Special Day1 Podcast with Peter Wallace - Love in the Time of Coronavirus
Get a sneak preview of a special Day1 program that will air on the radio on June 14, with the Rev. Peter Wallace offering a sermon entitled, "Love in the Time of Coronavirus." And gain ideas for how to share God's love in difficult times.
Day1 Audio Feature
Gordon Stewart: Two Universities: Paris and Liberty
In this audio feature, the Rev. Gordon Stewart compares Thomas Aquinas' experience at Paris University with today's Liberty University.