In this episode, Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Sarah Perkins to discuss Abinadi from the Book of Mormon, highlighting his role as a bold prophet delivering a message of repentance and calling for change. They draw parallels between Abinadi and other prophets throughout history who speak out against societal injustices. The hosts reflect on the importance of discerning true authority from those who simply criticize without offering solutions. Join them as they explore the timeless lessons from Abinadi's story that are relevant in today's world.

[00:01:34] True prophets preach divine redemption.

[00:06:42] Limits to dialogue.

[00:10:36] Defining peace beyond conflict.

[00:11:29] Effective conflict management.

[00:17:02] Abinadi's powerful discourse.

[00:22:16] Speaking Truth to Power.

[00:24:22] Peacemaking and addressing injustice.

[00:28:20] Peacemaking and Redemption.

[00:31:20] Fighting for justice against injustice.

[00:34:33] Recognizing real people in change.

[00:38:26] Dialogue and understanding in activism.

[00:44:04] Navigating values in peacemaking.

[00:45:48] Courage and confidence in peacemaking.

[00:50:05] Restored gospel and faith matters.

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In this special episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by a live audience in Salt Lake City to hear a conversation with guest Eva Witesman. The episode introduces the Summer Hope Experiment, a program aimed at promoting civic and emotional healing before the upcoming election season. Drawing on the Book of Mormon, they encourage listeners to lean into conflict to become peace builders and reflect on the impact of collective unity on our nation and society.

[00:05:08] Hope and peace building strategies.

[00:09:24] Defining peace at four levels.

[00:10:07] Levels of peace and harmony.

[00:16:16] Building peace through understanding.

[00:19:29] Framework for peacemaking.

[00:22:01] Peacemaking and peacekeeping examples.

[00:24:41] Peace praising.

[00:29:09] Building peace through pluralism.

[00:32:07] Building a generation of peace builders.

[00:36:03] Paradigm shifts in social impact.

[00:39:41] Cultural adaptation in program implementation.

[00:43:13] Fraying society in the Book of Mormon.

[00:48:00] Engaging in peacemaking online.

[00:50:37] A new way of reading.

[00:53:51] Transformative reading of the Book of Mormon.

[00:56:45] Making peace in your life.

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Exploring the theme of peacemaking through the lens of the Book of Mormon, hosts Jennifer and Patrick are joined by the Executive Director of Living Room Conversations, Becca Kearl, and delve into the story of Zeniff from Mosiah 9. Starting with a mission of aggression, Zeniff's preconceived notions about the Lamanites and Nephites are challenged as he confronts the complexities of the situation. The episode discusses the power of narratives in shaping our perceptions and the importance of reevaluating our ingrained stories to cultivate peace.

[00:01:41] The power of narratives.

[00:05:57] Defining peace as a process.

[00:09:27] The power of dialogue.

[00:12:30] Curiosity and dialogue in conflicts.

[00:15:30] Curiosity and sincere interactions.

[00:19:36] Human beings as storytelling creatures.

[00:25:25] National narratives and cultural impact.

[00:27:42] Empathy through shared narratives.

[00:32:35] Empathy and understanding in dialogue.

[00:34:20] Dialogue and shared values.

[00:39:33] Sharing personal experiences to connect.

[00:42:21] Dialogue and building together.

[00:45:22] Living doctrine through culture.

[00:51:18] Finding peace in daily life.

[00:52:28] Restored gospel conversations.

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In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Emile Kayitare, founder of Rwanda’s Empower the Future, a non-profit supporting families affected by genocide. They discuss their favorite sermons in the Book of Mormon: the Sermon at the Temple and King Benjamin's address. They delve into the powerful impact these sermons had on their lives and highlight key passages that resonated with them.

[00:02:42] Children's role in societal peace.

[00:04:39] Rwandan genocide and reconciliation.

[00:09:07] Genocide in Rwanda.

[00:15:27] Divisive language and its impact.

[00:20:45] Effects of violence on generations.

[00:25:45] Rebuilding Lives Through Education.

[00:30:33] Caring for children in society.

[00:35:15] Reading history with the Book of Mormon lens.

[00:40:40] Justice and reconciliation process.

[00:43:55] Forgiveness and reconciliation after prison.

[00:49:47] Finding peace through helping others.

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On this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Annie Bentley Waddoups. They emphasize the importance of reading the scriptures with fresh perspectives and how peace is intricately woven into the histories of individuals and families in the book. By lingering over scriptures like 2 Nephi and Jacob, they uncover valuable lessons about how individual attachments are formed to parents, both earthly and heavenly. Join them on this journey of discovering the profound message of peace within the Book of Mormon.

[00:02:36] Nurturing Children in Community.

[00:04:44] Transforming trauma into peace.

[00:08:09] Peace as a zone.

[00:13:33] Born in unstable circumstances.

[00:17:20] Personality differences in Jacob.

[00:20:28] The power of repair.

[00:26:26] Repairing Relationships through Cycles.

[00:30:06] Spiritual development and growth.

[00:30:49] Heavenly Parenting Insights.

[00:36:24] Jacob's leadership qualities

[00:42:14] Healing power of atonement.

[00:45:08] Peace and human development.

[00:47:34] Source of extraordinary peace.

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In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, Jennifer and Patrick delve into the crucial topic of racism and its impact on peace. They emphasize how racism hinders personal and societal peace and discuss the importance of eradicating it to progress towards positive peace. Drawing from the Book of Mormon, they make a compelling case that racism is incompatible with building Zion and highlight the necessity of eliminating it for a harmonious society. Tune in to explore how addressing racism is fundamental to becoming better peacemakers.

[00:01:41] Racism impacts building of Zion.

[00:04:02] Race and reconciliation in scripture.

[00:09:11] Defining peace and repose.

[00:14:33] Identity complexities and cohesion.

[00:16:54] The Tree of Peace.

[00:20:35] Racial identity in religious texts.

[00:25:34] Generational sins and racism.

[00:29:33] Forgiveness and peace through music.

[00:36:33] Positive impact of rooting out racism.

[00:40:24] Racialized view of the world.

[00:45:31] Bearing witness with humility.

[00:48:19] Engaging beyond social media bubbles.

[00:52:07] Wrestling with paradoxes.

[00:55:27] Spiritual gift from the Savior.

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In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Eboo Patel to discuss how religion, despite being a source of ultimate peace, can also lead to conflict due to the world's religious diversity. They explore the inevitability of conflict around matters of faith and highlight the importance of handling it productively. Drawing insights from the Book of Mormon, they emphasize the significance of teachings that focus on God's saving work for all of humanity. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on navigating religious conflicts and becoming better peacemakers in various aspects of life.

[00:02:38] God's diverse messages through scripture.

[00:06:56] How do you define peace?

[00:09:40] Religion enriches and inspires people.

[00:11:45] Interfaith contributions to civic peace.

[00:14:50] Embracing diversity in activism.

[00:21:02] Religion as fire analogy.

[00:24:11] Religious pluralism and refugee resettlement.

[00:27:14] Interfaith cooperation and holiness.

[00:31:04] Finding meaning in scripture.

[00:36:41] Interfaith cooperation within religions.

[00:39:19] Interfaith work opportunities.

[00:42:43] Interfaith peacemaking in society.

[00:49:21] Interfaith peacemaking within religious traditions.

[00:50:39] Finding common ground in faith.

[00:53:03] Finding Inner Peace.

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Exploring the often overlooked 2 Nephi in the Book of Mormon, this episode delves into the rich content and theology it offers. Jen and Patrick are joined by Chad Ford to discuss the contrast between the action-packed 1 Nephi and the more mature, world-weary prophet in 2 Nephi, highlighting the lessons on peace and family dynamics found in the scripture. They recommend ways to see Christ as the true hero of the Book of Mormon as they reflect on the significance of the different peace narratives portrayed in the scripture.

[00:02:14] Growing Up in 2 Nephi.

[00:06:08] Conflict transformation and peacemaking.

[00:09:22] The essence of "Aloha."

[00:13:00] The significance of conflict.

[00:16:45] Peaceful conflict resolution.

[00:23:43] Conflict and differing perspectives.

[00:26:42] Is it OK to be angry?

[00:30:05] Loving our enemies.

[00:35:32] The role of eschatology.

[00:37:28] Practical peace building strategies.

[00:41:27] Active peace building.

[00:44:33] Vulnerability and transformation

[00:51:47] Missionary misunderstanding incident.

[00:53:37] Being right vs being righteous.

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