We begin Mark’s account of the Good News about Jesus. What is a Gospel? Who wrote this one? When did they write it, and why does it start (and end) so strangely?
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Introduction to Mark Pt. 1
Author: JR. Forasteros
JR. lives in Dallas, TX with his wife Amanda. In addition to exploring the wonders that are the Lone Star state, JR. is the teaching pastor at Catalyst Community Church, a writer and blogger. His book, Empathy for the Devil, is available from InterVarsity Press. He's haunted by the Batman, who is in turn haunted by the myth of redemptive violence.
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Zombeavers
After reflecting on some of our favorite horror comedies, the DSU gang tackle the new B-movie sensation Zombeavers. The gang finds themselves taking sides with regards to the film’s merits. Will they make it out… ALIVE?
The time travel in TERMINATOR: GENISYS is pretty confusing. I drew some maps and diagrams to help explain it for you. You’re welcome!
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New Testament Timeline
We finish our New Testament introduction with an overview of the timeline of various New Testament events and writings.
Time travel movies can be confusing. What do you need to know about the TERMINATOR universe before you see TERMINATOR: Genisys?
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Israelite Culture
What was the culture of Jesus’ day like? We explore how patriarchy, patrilinality and patrilocality shaped the people of Israel.
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New Testament Religion
What did religion look like in Israel in Jesus’ day? We overview the various approaches to faithfulness to God, from the Essenes and Zealots to the Pharisees and Sadducees.
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INSIDE OUT: The Gift of Grief
INSIDE OUT is a fun, funny, innovative film that gives us permission to grieve. It’s a timely, important film that’s well-worth your time.
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A Prayer in the Wake of Charleston
The prayer we offered at Catalyst Church on Sunday, June 21 2015 in response to the terrorist attack on Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC.
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Race and American Identity
Bryne and JR. welcome blogger and activist Grace Sandra to reflect on the shooting at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston and the strange case of Rachel Dolezal pretending to be black. We investigate what race is, how it’s similar to and different from gender, and how these comprise our identity.