The Commission Files

What Makes Us Human? Christians and AI.

"If we are treating AI in a more human-like way, in turn we are treating ourselves...in a more machine-like way".  The thoughts of Dr David Glass who teaches mathematics, and computer  science at Ulster University, and is part of the Artificial Intelligence Research Centre. So how does David - a committed Christian, view the new technology which is changing all our lives?  Does AI have consciousness? Or is it merely simulating humans - who David believes are made in the image of God?Get in touch with us.Produced by Commission Christian Radio

JR87. RE and Assemblies in NI Schools

A Special Extra Episode.  A look at the JR87 UK Supreme Court ruling which will see changes in the way Religious Education and Assemblies are conducted in Northern Ireland's Schools.  Will hears from educationalist Dr Andrew Brown and Ian Bingham of CARE NI, both of whom know what the ruling says - and what it does NOT say.This interview is reproduced with the kind permission of the producers of the Graciously Confident Podcast from the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.Get in touch with us.Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Music for Misfits

The band Redemption Arc are a husband and wife.  Clements and Becca - one from Northern Ireland, one from the USA.  A music critic once called them "Musical Misfits".  Perhaps there's something in that.  They're singers, musicians, teachers, and parents.  But when the couple joined Will in Studio 2, through their music they revealed a remarkable story of life, and love, and understanding how it is when you've nothing left to depend on - but the God who first loved you.    Get in touch with us.Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Putting our Faith to Work

If faith is to mean anything, you have to put it to work.  Belfast YMCA has just celebrated 175 years of work, from the initial Victorian vision, through two World Wars and Northern Ireland's own Troubles, to a present where our society is still very divided.  Director Chris Cupples tells Will about their origins and current programmes.  And former Youth Director, Joe Campbell explains the compelling story how their Youth Club during the Troubles became a beacon of safety and hope,  in a dark and divided city.Get in touch with us.Produced by Commission Christian Radio

God has a Plan

Will welcomes the celebrated singer songwriter Eilidh Patterson to Studio 2 at Commission just in time for Christmas!  Click play for a musical journey of Folk, Americana, and Faith, as Eilidh tells her story of success, setback, and renewal. You'll hear plenty of her music, and enjoy her singing live in the studio!* All music and lyrics in this episode are by Eilidh Paterson, and are used with permission.Get in touch with us.Produced by Commission Christian Radio