The Art of Ministry - A Christian Creativity & Arts Podcast

The Japan Diaries - Episode 1: Singapore

Welcome to Episode 1 of 'The Japan Diaries', covering The Art of Ministry's visit to the wonderful country of Japan! 
This first episode covers the flight and first stopover, Singapore, before the journey to Japan begins. Hear the highlights of this first leg of the journey, including a Singaporean church and sights of God's beautiful creation - both in real life & on Changi Airport ceilings! Also, a rooster that circles the hotel, crowing continually! 
Look out for new episodes of 'The Japan Diaries' as they appear! 
God bless, Jon (AOM)
Come hear Jon & Lochy's other episodes here! - https://theartofministry.podbean.com/ 

TRAILER: The Art of Ministry in Japan!

Greetings wonderful listeners, this is Jon from The Art of Ministry Podcast. 
Welcome to a trailer for something quite exciting; The Art of Ministry Podcast recently went to Japan, taking in such places as Tokyo, Kyoto and Electric Town... all culminating in a final journey to the World Expo Osaka! 
On the way, plenty of amazing art was seen, and some fascinating examples of Christian history in Japan. One of the questions I was interested in was: what can we learn from this very different culture about how they use the arts... and what might be some interesting possibilities for the church? 
So grab your rucksack and come along on a journey through Japan as we look at learnings that God has provided. I look forward to journeying with you very soon in 'The Japan Diaries'. 

Show 29 - Electronic Music with FREEZEDREAM

Oooooooooyeah it's a big show today BECAUSE.... Freezedream is here! 
The Adelaide based electronic musician is making waves with his new album 'Lazarus'... but he's been innovating and creating in the electronic music field since being a young musician and setting challenges for himself in sound experimentation. 
We were blessed to have a fantastic chat with Nathan (Freezedream) about his new album 'Lazarus' and how he uses his music to show the wonder of God. 
You can find Nathan's music here: 
BandCamp - Freezedream
SPOTIFY
Enjoy the new episode! 
God bless, the AOM Crew (Jon + Lochy)
 

* EVENT PSA - 'Bonhoeffer Movie & Discussion Night' *

Hi! Jon here - just a quick PSA that Engage Work Faith (a group I work with) is holding a movie and discussion night in Adelaide, South Australia, for the new Bonhoeffer movie! 
It will be held at Capri Cinema. Full details about the movie and tickets can be found at the Engage Work Faith website:https://engageworkfaith.org.au/bonhoeffer-movie-night/
About the event: Dietrich Bonhoeffer is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating figures in world history - a man who was both a pastor/theologian as well as being caught up in an assassination plot against Hitler. Come join Engage Work Faith for a private screening of this new film, followed by a panel of experts discussing a controversial figure who, with courage and conviction, deals with complex moral decisions.
If you're in Adelaide, I hope to see you there! Until next episode (which very soon) - have a wonderful day and God bless,
Jon (The Art of Ministry Podcast)
 

Show 28 - Representations of Jesus on Stage, Screen and Literature

Have you ever watched a movie about Jesus, or seen a stage show that portrays the gospels? Or maybe you've read a book that is really strong in how Jesus is portrayed?
In this episode, Lochy and Jon explore the world of cinema, musicals, stage shows and the written media. From the cinematic movie ‘The Nativity’ to recent handheld phone/tablet applications - like ‘The Bible App for Children’ - this show is about looking at artistic representations that have Jesus at the front and centre.
What makes a production really good? Are there things we should remember before creating a production that features Jesus and his teachings? Enjoy a wide-ranging discussion that deeply explores multiple media worldwide (and across history).
Don’t forget – you can join the discussion on 'The Art of Ministry' Facebook page! 
Let's continue the conversation! 
Blessings, the AOM Crew

Show 27 - The December Episode

Hi everyone!
This is our 'goodbye to 2024, hello to 2025' episode! You'll find a thank you message for each of the guests we had on the show in 2024, and a little bit about what Lochy and I are currently doing; as well as plans for 2025! 
Keep checking out Lochy's 'God In 60 Seconds' video series at The Art Of Ministry Facebook Page (click link)
Play Jon's new music EP for free here (click link): JM@C on Spotify
We'll be back with more fun this January - expect a new episode 'REEL' soon! (that MIGHT be a hint about the subject of the next show) :)
Blessings, The Art of Ministry Podcast

Show 26 - Distilling Creativity! - with P H Court

Hi everyone! Great to have you listening from around the world. We love learning about where everyone is listening from! We hope you are all well. 
Dr Pete Court (P H Court) joins us today to discuss his book all about CREATIVITY! 
We had loads of laughs and also some amazing discussions about theology, creativity, the writing process, academia, and much more. 
Pete's book 'Distilling Creativity: How to Live Your Highly Creative Life & Not Die Trying' can be bought at this website: 
Immortalise - 'Distilling Creativity' by P H Court
Pete's website is below - where you can find out about the book launch! 
PHCOURT.COM
Book Launch
We thank Pete for his time to chat with us! 
 
God bless and thanks for listening,
The AOM Team
 

* EVENT PSA - Embracing AI: The Future of Work & Other Minor Issues *

Hi everyone, here's another invitation to come to an event I am involved with - 'Embracing AI: The Future of Work & Other Minor Issues' - with Engage Work Faith, Adelaide.
Event Link & Tickets: https://engageworkfaith.org.au/ai-are-we-all-in/
Here's a brief summary of the event: 
"In 2021, Engage Work Faith staged Better than Us, a discussion of the burgeoning AI industry.
Four years on and we are saturated with LLM’s, various chatbots and Digital human avatars.
What was barely visible on the horizon is now well and truly part of our landscape and in our hands.
Will AI replace us? - our creativity, our jobs, our common sense? What makes us uniquely human? Do we embrace it warmly or cautiously? Could the Bible itself unlock a wisdom to navigate this rapidly changing world of technology despite being written before AI was even developed?
Join an expert panel, put your questions to them-an essential discussion for humans thinking about their future."
The guest speakers are amazing - Stephen Driscoll, Luke Heffernan & Christopher Foster-McBride. All are very educated in the world of AI, and will have important words to say about it.
Stephen Driscoll, keynote speaker as well as a pastor and writer, has written a book about AI named 'Made In Our Image: God, Artificial Intelligence and You'. This is an excellent resource all about God and AI! 
The details are:
Date: Monday 25 November 2024Time: 6pm - 8pmRSVP: Friday 22 November 2024Venue: The Jade, 142-160 Flinders St, Adelaide SA 5000Cost: $35 or 2 for $60
 
I hope I see you there! :) 
Blessings, Jon (Art of Ministry Podcast)

Show 25 - 'God in 60 Seconds!' God, Video & Social Media (with Lochy Cupit)

Have you ever been tasked with creating something really punchy, brief, but with a lot of impact?
Well, in my (Jon's) opinion, our next guest is an expert at this. Lochy Cupit has been making short, powerful presentations for a long time, and this time we talk about his newest creation - the God in 60 Seconds video series!
Lochy has crafted both video and social media reels that share about Jesus in a way that is striking, thought-provoking and vibrant. Come listen to this exciting episode that is sure to help your own thinking through creating mini presentations with real focus!
Find more Art of Ministry podcasts episodes here (you can subscribe + download across multiple podcast services): https://theartofministry.podbean.com/
Visit Lochy's YouTube page! https://www.youtube.com/@LetsTalkGodin60Seconds
 
Any thoughts? Questions? Comments? Visit our page on Facebook! 
 

Show 24 - An Immersive Easter Experience: 'Easter Uncovered' (with James Krieg)

Have you ever wondered what it might have been like to experience the story of Easter firsthand? 
James Krieg, pastor of Bethel Christian Church in Adelaide, created an Easter experience unlike many ever seen in churches across Australia and the world. Using the church building, he and the church community assembled elements representing the significant moments in Jesus' journey to the cross, his death, and his resurrection. 
Lochy and Jon got to speak to James all about the experience, how it touched lives for the gospel, and how everyone else can do something like 'Easter Uncovered' in your own church! 
Note: James is building a website easteruncovered.au (under construction) which will serve to explain more about the 'Easter Uncovered' experience. Watch this space! 
Thank you for your listening! Don't forget you can follow us on Facebook & on our landing page -https://theartofministry.podbean.com/ 
And if you're in Adelaide, come to "A Winter Word"! James and others will be preaching the Bible at this wonderful event. Link here - https://www.facebook.com/awinterword
God bless, the Art of Ministry Podcast