Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/faith-forward Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz is a podcast for people seeking to live their faith with purpose in a changing world. Through thoughtful conversations with faith leaders, community voices, and changemakers, Dr. Miraz explores how faith shapes the way we lead, serve, navigate today’s challenges, and strengthen our communities. Each episode inspires listeners to move beyond belief and put faith into action—personally, professionally, and in service to others. Subscribe today and join us as we move Faith Forward. American Baptist Home Mission Societies c53ce028-9608-5a8c-bebb-52ce1c9a8cf0 yes en Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:40:12 +0000 Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:41:26 +0000 http://abhms.org https://img.transistorcdn.com/JSuww-VFrH3wVU-4NBhkODuj7_wRPSiq2ltTWViYwpY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZTk2/MDA3YTc0YzcxMGFi/MTg5OWI4OTc1MTM1/NmRjOS5qcGc.jpg http://abhms.org episodic American Baptist Home Mission Societies Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz is a podcast for people seeking to live their faith with purpose in a changing world. Through thoughtful conversations with faith leaders, community voices, and changemakers, Dr. Miraz explores how faith shapes the way we lead, serve, navigate today’s challenges, and strengthen our communities. Each episode inspires listeners to move beyond belief and put faith into action—personally, professionally, and in service to others. Subscribe today and join us as we move Faith Forward. Faith Forward with Dr. American Baptist Home Mission Societies No No 7 7 Faith Forward: Faith Beyond the Boundaries with Rev. Dr. Brian Henderson full 0c22ac49-d0b2-491f-a41b-7887c9bbe618 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8cae3fe6 What does it mean to build a faith community where everyone belongs? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Dr. Brian Henderson of the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists (AWAB) to explore inclusive ministry, authentic belonging, and the church's call to extend welcome and love to all.

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]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1456 What does it mean to build a faith community where everyone belongs? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Dr. Brian Henderson of the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists (AWAB) to explore inclusive ministry, authentic belonging, and the church's call to extend welcome and love to all. What does it mean to build a faith community where everyone belongs? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Dr. Brian Henderson of the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists (AWAB) to explore inclusive ministry, aut No 6 6 Faith Forward: Purpose through Formation with Dr. Rebecca Irwin-Diehl full a5a2fdd6-1bf5-4771-b194-6cb3b45a3f11 https://share.transistor.fm/s/173dc462 How can faith guide us as we navigate change, discern our purpose, and respond to the needs around us? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Rebecca Irwin-Diehl for a thoughtful conversation about faith, formation, leadership, and faithful service in an evolving world.

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]]> Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1673 How can faith guide us as we navigate change, discern our purpose, and respond to the needs around us? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Rebecca Irwin-Diehl for a thoughtful conversation about faith, formation, leadership, and faithful service in an evolving world. How can faith guide us as we navigate change, discern our purpose, and respond to the needs around us? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Rebecca Irwin-Diehl for a thoughtful conversation about faith, formation, leadershi No 5 5 Faith Forward: Building Beloved Community with Rev. Dr. Miriam Mendez full 3143b8eb-26df-407d-995b-03d995398eff https://share.transistor.fm/s/30dcb7a2 How can faith inspire us to build stronger, more connected communities? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Dr. Miriam Mendez for an engaging conversation about faith, service, community leadership, and the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to make a difference.

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]]> Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1163 How can faith inspire us to build stronger, more connected communities? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Dr. Miriam Mendez for an engaging conversation about faith, service, community leadership, and the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to make a difference. How can faith inspire us to build stronger, more connected communities? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Dr. Miriam Mendez for an engaging conversation about faith, service, community leadership, and the importance of No 4 4 Faith Forward: Leading Through Change with Dr. Quintin Robertson (Dr. Q) full b1e4a5bf-f5a6-45a5-aa04-fe8446d3f7ee https://share.transistor.fm/s/de0a4bf7 What does it mean to lead with faith when our communities are facing uncertainty and change? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Quintin Robertson for a meaningful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and how the church can equip people to strengthen their communities and create lasting impact.

]]> What does it mean to lead with faith when our communities are facing uncertainty and change? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Quintin Robertson for a meaningful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and how the church can equip people to strengthen their communities and create lasting impact.

]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:00:01 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1351 What does it mean to lead with faith when our communities are facing uncertainty and change? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Quintin Robertson for a meaningful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and how the church can equip people to strengthen their communities and create lasting impact. What does it mean to lead with faith when our communities are facing uncertainty and change? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Quintin Robertson for a meaningful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and how the No 3 3 Faith Forward: Finding Sacred Joy with Rev. Susan Sparks full dcbcdb5f-0132-48fe-8a77-39a45ad7f879 https://share.transistor.fm/s/af0c94ca How can faith help us find hope, resilience, and even joy in the midst of life's challenges? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Susan Sparks for an inspiring conversation about faith, humor, healing, and finding light—even in difficult moments.

]]> How can faith help us find hope, resilience, and even joy in the midst of life's challenges? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Susan Sparks for an inspiring conversation about faith, humor, healing, and finding light—even in difficult moments.

]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1460 How can faith help us find hope, resilience, and even joy in the midst of life's challenges? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Susan Sparks for an inspiring conversation about faith, humor, healing, and finding light—even in difficult moments. How can faith help us find hope, resilience, and even joy in the midst of life's challenges? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Rev. Susan Sparks for an inspiring conversation about faith, humor, healing, and finding light—ev No 2 2 Faith Forward: Wisdom for Today with Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain full 4d1767bd-c8fe-49d5-aa5e-d689a15441b7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b5851f0 What does it mean to live out our faith with courage, purpose, and intention? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain for an engaging conversation about faith, leadership, biblical wisdom, and how the church can help people navigate the challenges and opportunities of a changing world.

]]> What does it mean to live out our faith with courage, purpose, and intention? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain for an engaging conversation about faith, leadership, biblical wisdom, and how the church can help people navigate the challenges and opportunities of a changing world.

]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:01 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1392 What does it mean to live out our faith with courage, purpose, and intention? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain for an engaging conversation about faith, leadership, biblical wisdom, and how the church can help people navigate the challenges and opportunities of a changing world. What does it mean to live out our faith with courage, purpose, and intention? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain for an engaging conversation about faith, leadership, biblical wisdom, and how the church No 1 1 Faith Forward: Faith into Action with Dr. Jeffrey Haggray full 96a172ef-9836-4f4f-b376-d44de36278db https://share.transistor.fm/s/08c519aa What does it mean to lead faithfully in a changing world? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Haggray for a thoughtful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and the church's responsibility to engage the challenges facing our communities.

]]> What does it mean to lead faithfully in a changing world? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Haggray for a thoughtful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and the church's responsibility to engage the challenges facing our communities.

]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 1829 What does it mean to lead faithfully in a changing world? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Haggray for a thoughtful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and the church's responsibility to engage the challenges facing our communities. What does it mean to lead faithfully in a changing world? In this episode of Faith Forward, Dr. Laura Miraz sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Haggray for a thoughtful conversation about faith, leadership, service, and the church's responsibility to engage the ch No 1 1 Welcome to Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz full 66a2e9bf-ab9a-45cd-9c69-9746ce00daa5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1685c0b8 Welcome to Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz, where meaningful conversations explore how we move from belief to action. If you’re ready to explore how faith can shape the way we live, lead, and serve, you’re in the right place. Subscribe today and join us as we move Faith Forward!

]]> Welcome to Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz, where meaningful conversations explore how we move from belief to action. If you’re ready to explore how faith can shape the way we live, lead, and serve, you’re in the right place. Subscribe today and join us as we move Faith Forward!

]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:53:24 +0000 American Baptist Home Mission Societies American Baptist Home Mission Societies 50 Welcome to Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz, where meaningful conversations explore how we move from belief to action. If you’re ready to explore how faith can shape the way we live, lead, and serve, you’re in the right place. Subscribe today and join us as we move Faith Forward! Welcome to Faith Forward with Dr. Laura Miraz, where meaningful conversations explore how we move from belief to action. If you’re ready to explore how faith can shape the way we live, lead, and serve, you’re in the right place. Subscribe today and join u No