991 | Coffee to Go | Proper 16 | Year A

What happens when fear turns strangers into threats—and courage looks like disobedience? This week on Coffee to Go, hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith explore the story of Moses’ birth and the courageous women who defied an oppressive system to protect his life, reminding us that liberation sometimes begins with ordinary people refusing to cooperate with injustice. From the fear of immigrants and the misuse of power to the hidden strength of women and the sacred practice of listening across cultural differences, this episode connects the ancient story of Exodus to the realities of our world today. Grab your coffee and join the conversation as we ask what it means to confront fear, challenge harmful systems, and make space for the stranger. 

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Intro and Outro music used with permission: 

“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org 

“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services). 

All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.  

NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.