Episodes

  • Chris DeFlorio - a real life Exorcist

    Chris DeFlorio - a real life Exorcist
    Oct 25 2024
    It's a unique person that answers the call to deliverance ministry but that's exactly what happened to Chris DeFlorio who writes about his experiences as a demonologist in his book Called into Darkness. The retired New York police officer had plenty experience witnesses acts of evil. On 9/11 he was working as a paramedic at JFK airport, later signing up to be a cop on the midnight patrol. Coming from an American Italian background he and his wife had been loosely following Catholic and Christian teachings but admits they were only really 'saved' together when he was 38-years-old. During a stint on a mission to African DeFlorio witnessed what he believed to be a demon possession in man - a look in the eye he could not mistake. He felt called back to the city where he studied demonology and became emboldened to continue 'taking on the devil'. He's been doing it ever since. In this week's Profile he talks to Christianity Magazine Editor Sam Hailes about his journey, why some Christians get nervous around the subject of possession and how it's hurting The Church. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Through our publication, you’ll access thought-provoking Christian content, including the latest news, inspiring interviews, and exclusive commentary. Take advantage of our special offer - just £6 for 3 issues plus full digital access to our website and back issues. Enrich your faith journey and subscribe today at premierchristianity.com/subscribe
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    46 mins
  • Leadership Special Alan Palmer: ‘Leading through illness’

    Leadership Special Alan Palmer: ‘Leading through illness’
    Oct 23 2024
    Andy Peck talks with the recently retired lead chaplain at James Paget University Hospital in Great Yarmouth, who has served in pastoral ministry in Suffolk, Canada, and Brussels, about the time when his wife and then he himself were seriously ill. How do we lead during such times? They also look at what Alan has come to believe about the importance of team leadership. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Subscribe now from $1 per month
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    28 mins
  • Preston Sprinkle on Biblical truth, homosexuality and politics

    Preston Sprinkle on Biblical truth, homosexuality and politics
    Oct 18 2024
    Preston Sprinkle isn't scared of being cancelled. In fact it seems there's no subject he isn't prepared to debate. The Biblical scholar and Theology professor regularly takes on hot-button topics ranging from sexuality, race, patriotism and hell. He co-founded The Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender which in their own words seeks to bring together leaders presenting 'a strong biblical ethic of marriage, sexuality and gender.' In his book People to be Loved: Why Homosexuality is not just an Issue he took on one of the most controversial questions The Church faces in the modern age with a mission not to compromise biblical truth or compassion for those within the LGBT community. In his latest book Exiles: The Church in the Shadow of Empire he explores The Church's relationship with politics against the backdrop of his own country's upcoming US election. In this week's podcast Christianity Magazine Editor Sam Hailes sits down with Preston to talk through what the next big LGBT issue will be and why 1st century Christians didn't care which caesar took the throne. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Through our publication, you’ll access thought-provoking Christian content, including the latest news, inspiring interviews, and exclusive commentary. Take advantage of our special offer - just £6 for 3 issues plus full digital access to our website and back issues. Enrich your faith journey and subscribe today at premierchristianity.com/subscribe.
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    50 mins
  • Leadership Special Marcus Honeysett: ‘Leaders and imposter syndrome’

    Leadership Special Marcus Honeysett: ‘Leaders and imposter syndrome’
    Oct 16 2024
    Andy Peck talks with the founding director of Living Leadership about the all-too-common phenomenon of ‘imposter syndrome’. Why might we feel like imposters? When does it start and how do we deal with it? They look at the way the Bible describes it and why its presence can derail a Christian leader. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Subscribe now from $1 per month
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    26 mins
  • Frank Cottrell-Boyce on writing and providence

    Frank Cottrell-Boyce on writing and providence
    Oct 11 2024
    Newly appointed Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce was brought up a Catholic and admits he has none of that 'burning Evangelical thing' and that his faith is just 'part of him.' The 65-year-old grew up near Liverpool and after studying English at Oxford went on to become a screenwriter starting out on the 1980's Channel 4 soap Brookside and going on to work with major British directors like Michael Winterbottom and Danny Boyle on films like 24 Hour Party People, A Cock and Bull Story as well as the 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony. His children's books don't shy away from using Christian imagery and his titles include Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Flies Again, The Astounding Broccoli Boy and Millions which features plenty of saints. On today's Profile he talks to Catherine Larner about the 'grim' reality of writing, what it means to be Children's Laureate and why he doesn't feel he has to defend his faith. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Through our publication, you’ll access thought-provoking Christian content, including the latest news, inspiring interviews, and exclusive commentary. Take advantage of our special offer - just £6 for 3 issues plus full digital access to our website and back issues. Enrich your faith journey and subscribe today at premierchristianity.com/subscribe.
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    48 mins
  • Leadership Special Sim Dendy: ‘Simply leading a church’

    Leadership Special Sim Dendy: ‘Simply leading a church’
    Oct 9 2024
    Andy Peck talks with the senior leader of Freedom Church in Romsey, Hampshire, and author of 'Simply Church: Because it’s not meant to be this complicated'. Why do we end up complicating church leadership? Do scandals surrounding church leaders put people off aspiring to lead? How might we nurture and encourage new leadership? The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Subscribe now from $1 per month
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    27 mins
  • Jesse Fellingham talking God online and on the street

    Jesse Fellingham talking God online and on the street
    Oct 4 2024
    Evangelist Jesse Fellingham knows Gen Z is hungry for answers about God. Jesse felt God speak to him when he was just eight-years-old. Now at 20 he's made a name for himself on The Way a Christian YouTube Channel which sees the young musician stop people on the street and ask them questions about life, faith and God. As a teen he had typical questions about his own identify and wanting to fit in but admits his strong Christian upbringing was fertile ground for what he does now. His parents are musicians and worship leaders Lou and Nathan Fellingham who together and apart have written and recorded Christian music for two decades. Now, with a strong presence on social media, people are following Jesse. On today's podcast we'll hear what he thinks about the term 'Christian celebrity', how social media is a double-edged sword and what he thinks his generation needs when talking about Jesus. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Through our publication, you’ll access thought-provoking Christian content, including the latest news, inspiring interviews, and exclusive commentary. Take advantage of our special offer - just £6 for 3 issues plus full digital access to our website and back issues. Enrich your faith journey and subscribe today at premierchristianity.com/subscribe.
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    55 mins
  • Leadership Special Fearghal Kelly: ‘Student life as a training ground for leaders’

    Leadership Special Fearghal Kelly: ‘Student life as a training ground for leaders’
    Oct 2 2024
    Andy Peck talks with the acting Southeast team leader for UCCF, about his work with Portsmouth University and why ‘students reaching fellow students’ remains the wisest missional model for work on campuses in the UK. How does the challenge of some students needing to work, and/or commute, affect a university CU’s outreach? The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK’s leading Christian magazine. Subscribe now from $1 per month
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    28 mins