Onward with Community of Christ

Episode 5: One Farm, Many Fields

How do Community of Christ's identity, mission, message, and beliefs fit together?
In this episode of Onward with Community of Christ, the First Presidency explores "One Farm, Many Fields," a metaphor that helps describe the identity and vocation of our worldwide church.
As they travel and meet with members around the world, one of the most common questions they receive is how Community of Christ's mission, beliefs, and priorities connect. Through the farm metaphor, they reflect on what we hold in common, how mission is expressed in different cultural contexts, and how our shared vision participates in God's larger vision for creation.
Join the conversation as the First Presidency explores unity, diversity, and the calling we share as a global faith community.
Learn more about "One Farm, Many Fields" at CofChrist.org.
 
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Episode 4: One Year After World Conference

One year after the 2025 World Conference, Community of Christ First Presidency members Stassi Cramm, Bunda Chibwe, and Janné Grover reflect on leadership, accountability, listening, and how we continue shaping our shared future together.
The First Presidency also invites the church to participate in A Year in Review survey and share feedback and reflections from this first year. https://forms.office.com/r/axmTMH3VCW 🔗
 
Your perspective matters! Take the survey and invite others to participate as well.
Have ideas for future podcast topics? Email FP@CofChrist.org.
 
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Episode 3: Peace Forum 2026

In this episode of Onward with Community of Christ, the First Presidency welcomes Joelle Wight to discuss the upcoming Peace Forum 2026. Hosted 16–18 October 2026 at the Community of Christ Temple in Independence, Missouri, USA, and online, this year's theme is "Seeds of Peace: Environmental Justice and Action."
The episode highlights the presentation of the 2026 International Peace Award to renowned environmental advocate Bill McKibben, opportunities for children and youth, and four learning tracks featured throughout the event:
-Deep Roots — exploring the spiritual and theological foundations that call us to care for creation
-Expanding Trunk — discovering practical ways individuals can live more sustainably and respond to climate challenges in everyday life
-Branch Out — engaging public action, advocacy, and community efforts for environmental justice
-Bearing Fruit — imagining healthier communities, economies, and systems that nurture both people and the planet
Learn more, register, view the schedule, and access preparation materials: CofChrist.org/peace-forum.
Share your thoughts or podcast episode ideas at FP@CofChrist.org.
 
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Episode 2: Governance for a Global Mission

How can church governance support Christ’s mission in a changing world? In this episode of Onward with Community of Christ, the First Presidency welcomes former First Presidency member Scott Murphy to explore the ongoing bylaws review authorized by World Conference Resolution 1335.
 
Together, they discuss themes emerging from the 2025 bylaws survey and reflect on how Community of Christ can remain flexible and mission-focused as a global church.
 
Share your thoughts or suggestions for future topics at FP@CofChrist.org.
 
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Episode 1: A Conversation with the Worldwide Church

In the first episode of Onward with Community of Christ, Stassi Cramm, Bunda Chibwe, and Janné Grover share why they launched this podcast and their hopes for deeper conversation across the worldwide church.
 
Together, they reflect on authenticity, transparency, faith in a changing world, and the importance of meaningful connection within a global faith community.
 
The First Presidency invites you to help shape future conversations. Share your questions, ideas, and suggested topics at FP@CofChrist.org.
Learn more about Community of Christ at CofChrist.org.
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