Rev. Derek White, a.k.a. "The Geekpreacher", joins Grant and Peter once again! Derek joined us previously on Episode 38, "Christians on the Convention Scene", and he's back with us to discuss another weighty topic: Walter Wink's "myth of redemptive violence" and René Girard's concept of the "scapegoat" and collective violence. We also take a moment to remind everyone about our ongoing fundraiser for The Bodhana Group, and hear about Derek's growing role as a convention pastor. Lastly, David LaMotte was kind enough to give us permission to use his song "Peter" in this episode; it was particularly appropriate, especially since David's a Walter Wink fan too. If you enjoyed it, find more music at his website, and on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Play.
Also referenced in this episode: The GenCon 2015 Worship Service (and specifically, Derek's "Here There Be Dragons" sermon); The GenCon 2015 "Faith and Gaming" panel; Walter Wink's "Facing the myth of redemptive violence"; René Girard's The Scapegoat; Dan Carlin's "Hardcore History" podcast; and Ursula K. le Guin's "The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas".
Scripture: Hosea 6:6, Jonah 3:10-4:2, Luke 22:47-52
Episode 54 - Holiday Gaming
Episode 53 - Humility (Virtues & Vices, Part 14)
Episode 52 - Pride (Virtues & Vices, Part 13)
Episode 51 - Non-Violent Conflict Resolution (with Devon Kelley)
Episode 50 - Live - Making Interesting Characters (Part 2)
Episode 50 - Live - Making Interesting Characters (Part 1)
Episode 49 - Horror Games (with Kenneth Hite)
Episode 48 - Trustworthy Characters
Episode 47 - Monsters
Episode 46 - Kindness (Virtues & Vices, Part 12)
Bonus Episode 4 - Brandon Tells A Story
Bonus Episode 3 - Story Ideas
Episode 45 - Envy (Virtues & Vices, Part 11)
Episode 44 - Oaths and Vows
Episode 43 - Unity vs. Uniformity (with Ed Healy)
Episode 42 - Blessings and Curses
Episode 41 - The Types of Stories
Episode 40 - Religious Orders
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Episode 39 - Chastity (Virtues & Vices, Part 10)
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