Detroit Faith and Works
Welcome to Faith & Works Podcast, where we delve into deep conversations between the sacred and the modern world. Whether you're a spiritual seeker, a philosophical thinker, or a social activist, this podcast is your sanctuary for exploration and inquiry. Engage in thought-provoking conversations as we tackle questions like “What is sacred in our music today?” and “Does AI threaten the sacred?” We bring together diverse voices—from scholars and artists to activists and everyday individuals—offering a rich tapestry of perspectives. Join us as we explore the intersection of faith, works, and contemporary life. Each episode is designed to challenge, inspire, and connect us through our shared values. Tune in and be part of a community that values deep reflection and meaningful dialogue. Listen to Faith and Works—where timeless wisdom meets today's challenges.
Episodes
In our final part of our 4 part series of Episode 20: Women in Ministerial Leadership, it's discussed:
What does biology and medicine have to do with these women’s ministerial leadership? Or How does a calling to heal bodies result in a calling to heal body and spirit?
We hear the personal stories of women who wanted to be doctors and found serving and caring for people in ministry to satisfy their calling.
The observation is made that with more women there would have been less rigidity, more flexibility. Feminist, Womanist and Liberation Theology bring a critique, but they also bring hope. Lost has been a respect for women’s voices and the power they bring to the public square.
Do women have a particularly explicit role in ministry and, if so, how does that impact those you serve? Or can boys be Rabbis too?
In Part 2 we hear about that special role that is not the same as the male role. Bible stories will be interpreted differently and given different emphasis. From a woman’s point of view Miriam, for instance, will be seen as the pivotal matriarch that men likely miss. Women in ministerial leadership can ...
How do you center yourselves as women around the idea of sacredness?
We are invited to see the spirit of God as we would understand it while at sea in a kayak. There is the “Awe” of seeing the wonders of the created world. There is the sense of the gifts that give the kayaker “Agency” to give that kayak direction and move it forward. But then there is, lastly, “Acceptance.” Water will out. God will out! We also hear that Jews see a...
How do you center yourselves around the idea of sacredness?
We are invited to see the spirit of God as we would understand it while at sea in a kayak. There is the “Awe” of seeing the wonders of the created world. There is the sense of the gifts that give the kayaker “Agency” to give that kayak direction and move it forward. But then there is, lastly, “Acceptance.” Water will out. God will out! We also hear that Jews see a wor...
Listen in as Bryant Franks Hosts the InterFaith Leadership Council’s 19th Faith & Works Podcast
Our podcast series, “What is Sacred in our Lives Today?” continues with episode nineteen, “What is Sacred About Friendship or A Jew and a Muslim do NOT walk into a Bar.?” Join in with our experts as they explore the importance of seeing each other as fully human and appreciating the value of each friendship.
We welcome your comments at...
Listen in as Bob Bruttell hosts the InterFaith Leadership Council’s 18th Faith & Works podcast.
Our podcast series, “What is Sacred in our Lives Today?” continues with episode eighteen, “Does AI Threaten the Sacred?” Join in with our experts as they discuss how advancements in AI technology may pose challenges to elements of life that hold sacred or profound significance.
We welcome your comments at faithandw...
Listen in as Bob Bruttell hosts the InterFaith Leadership Council’s 17th Faith & Works podcast.
Our podcast series, “What is Sacred in our Lives Today?” continues with episode seventeen, “Surveillance and Sacrality?” Join in with our experts as they discuss how surveillance is impacting privacy and what you can do to maintain sacrality.
We welcome your comments at faithandworkspodcast@gmail.com
Featured Guests
✧Dr. Saeed Khan – A...
“I can’t think of being as connected to my God without music”. Says Cantorial Soloist, Bryant Frank.
“This podcast will touch your heart” says Bob Bruttell.
Listen in as Professor Saeed Khan hosts the InterFaith Leadership Council’s 16th Faith & Works podcast.
Our podcast series, “What is Sacred in our Lives Today?” continues with episode sixteen, “What is Sacred in our Music Today?” Join in with our experts as they identify th...
Bob Bruttell, Vice-Chairman, hosts the InterFaith Leadership Council’s 15th Faith & Works podcast
Have we abandoned sacredness today? This podcast, “How Do You Define What is Sacred in our World Today?” explores how we know something is sacred. Many faith traditions hold things to be sacred, but as a society, how do we identify what things are deemed sacred today? “The present we are living in right now feels like a historica...
Moderator:
Bob Bruttell - Vice-chairman, Interfaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit and Adjunct Professor, Religious Studies and History - University of Detroit Mercy
Panelists:
Rev. Dr. Jimmie Wafer -
- Board member, Interfaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit
- Co-chair, Bridging to Belonging, an IFLC program
- Pastor, New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Rachel Cannon-
- Co-chair, Bridging to Be...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 13: Are Our Children Sacred to Us Today?
Moderator:
Bob Bruttell - Vice-chairman, Interfaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit and Adjunct Professor, Religious Studies and History - University of Detroit Mercy
Panelists:
Saba Maroof, MD - Double Board Certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist - River's Bend, PC
Prod...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 12: Is There a Conflict Between Vaccines and Religion?
Moderator:
Saeed Khan - Senior Lecturer and Director of Global Studies at Wayne State University
Panelists:
Jim Tubbs - Adjunct professor of medical ethics, University of Detroit Mercy
Rev. Vic Clore - Pastor of Christ the King Roman Catholic Parish, Detroit
Producer:
Lauren ...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 11: The Effects of COVID-19 on Practices of Worship
Moderator:
Robert Jones - Pastor, Sweet Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church
Panelists:
Rev. Cindy Rudolph - Senior Pastor, Oak Grove AME Church, Detroit
Shaykh Mohamed Almasmari - Imam, Muslim Unity Center in Bloomfield Hills
Rabbi Dorit Edut - President, DION: Detroit Interfaith Outreach Ne...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 10: Anti-Democracy, Anti-Diversity: The Interfaith Community's Role in Addressing Socio-political Discord
Moderator:
Saeed Khan - Senior Lecturer and Director of Global Studies at Wayne State University
Panelists:
Shirley Stancato - Former president and chief executive officer, New Detroit Inc.
Rabbi Sam Englender - Michigan Regional Outrea...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 9 - What does Weaponizing Words truly mean and what impact does it have?
Moderator:
Saeed Khan - Senior Lecturer and Director of Global Studies at Wayne State University
Panelists:
Freda Sampson - Diversity and Inclusion consultant
Joe Grimm - Visiting editor in residence, Michigan State University School of Journalism
Farid Alsabeh - Copy...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 8: The Pandemic and Faith: How has COVID-19 affected faith for young adults?
Moderator:
Saeed Khan - Senior Lecturer and Director of Global Studies, Wayne State University
Panelists:
Kelsey Dovico - Executive Director, Hazel Park Community Coalition
Moriah Carpenter - Nursing student, Eastern Michigan University
Farid Alsabeh - Copywriter,...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 7: The Legacy of Martin Luther King: Can We Hear Him Now?
Panelists:
Bob Bruttell - Vice chairman, InterFaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit
Rev. Stancy Adams - Associate Pastor, Russell Street Baptist Church
Rev. Dr. Jimmie Wafer - Pastor, New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Freda Sampson - Diversity and Inclusion Consulta...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 6: Artificial Intelligence and Applied Technology: Their Ethics & Concerns
Panelists:
Bob Bruttell - Vice chairman, InterFaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit
Arun Prasad - Owner and Principal, K2Media LLC
Saeed Khan - Senior Lecturer and Director of Global Studies, Wayne State University
David Koukal - Professor of Philosop...
Faith & Works Podcast: Connecting Our Common Values
Episode 5: The Impact of the Black Churches on American Music Pt. 3
Panelists:
Bob Brutell - Vice chairman, InterFaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit
Robert Jones - Pastor, Sweet Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church
Producer:
Ben Kouchnerkavich - Communications Intern, Wayne State University
Intro track: “Retro Soul” by BenS...
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