http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubmThis show features people who do important work in urban areas, along with the work at the Center for Urban Biblical Ministry in Pittsburgh, PA.enCopyright John Stanko (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 18:45:00 GMTFri, 24 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMTEducationBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/65453f86-284e-4e9f-b2e7-ee35ca11db37_urban_2_front.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubmThis show features people who do important work in urban areas, along with the work at the Center for Urban Biblical Ministry in Pittsburgh, PA.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comeducation,adult education,geneva college,cubm,urban ministry,women in ministry,urban heroes,leadership,civil rights tour,grove city collegeUrban HeroesnoThis show features people who do important work in urban areas, along with the work at the Center for Urban Biblical Ministry in Pittsburgh, PA.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/24/show-54-three-students-just-starting-outEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/24/show-54-three-students-just-starting-out/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/24/show-54-three-students-just-starting-outFri, 24 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMTShow 54: Three Students Just Starting Out Going back to school is a big step and requires many adjustments to a student's work, family, and ministry schedule. Karla and John talk with two students, Mark Duffy and Brandi Rawls, who began school this term, and discuss what the first few weeks of school have been like for them and those closest to them. 00:48:00Urban HeroesnoCUBM,Geneva College,New students,Adult education,Time managementGoing back to school is a big step and requires many adjustments to a student's work, family, and ministry schedule. Karla and John talk with two students, Marhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/20/show-53-a-certificate-student-ready-to-graduateEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/20/show-53-a-certificate-student-ready-to-graduate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/20/show-53-a-certificate-student-ready-to-graduateMon, 20 Feb 2017 13:00:00 GMTShow 53: A Certificate Student Ready to GraduateEvery May, the Center for Urban Biblical Ministry holds their annual graduation when students receive their hard-earned associate degree. On today's show, Karla and John talk to Nicole Harber, who has completed a certificate in Christian Ministry, about her CUBM experience. Nicole will share what her experience was like at CUBM and what her future goals are once she completes the program. 00:32:00Urban HeroesnoCUBM,Adult Education,Geneva College,Graduating class,Certificate ProgramIn this show, Karla and John talk to a student ready to finish her certificate studies about her CUBM experience.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/17/show-52-its-a-big-world-out-thereEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/17/show-52-its-a-big-world-out-there/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/17/show-52-its-a-big-world-out-thereFri, 17 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMTShow 52: It's a Big World Out ThereIn two weeks, John will be in Kenya with several CUBM alumni. Karla herself has made the trip to Kenya on three occasions, and she maintains a relationship and financially supports some of the people she met while on those trips. Today John and Karla discuss the importance of these trips and how they fit into the educational mission and purpose at CUBM. 00:52:00Urban HeroesnoGeneva College,CUBM,International missions,Adult educationToday's show looks at the international missions involvement of the staff and students at CUBM.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/13/show-51-publishing-and-adult-education-pastors-andrew-and-helen-jacksonEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/13/show-51-publishing-and-adult-education-pastors-andrew-and-helen-jackson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/13/show-51-publishing-and-adult-education-pastors-andrew-and-helen-jacksonMon, 13 Feb 2017 16:00:00 GMTShow 51: Publishing and Adult Education: Pastors Andrew and Helen JacksonPastor Andrew and Helen Jackson are both CUBM graduates who have gone on to get an additional degree (or two). They rejuvenated a ministry called The Marriage Works a number of years ago, and that led to their latest endeavor, a book by the title of The Modern Couple. Helen and Andrew join John and Karla today to talk about what it was like to produce a book, what they learned from the process, and where they go from here.   00:51:00Urban HeroesnoCUBM,Geneva College,The Modern CoupleThe Jacksons have written a new book, which has opened up a whole new world for them. Today they share what they have learned and how it can impact adult learnehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/10/show-50-val-ford-pursues-her-doctorate--and-uses-cubm-as-her-school-projectEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/10/show-50-val-ford-pursues-her-doctorate--and-uses-cubm-as-her-school-project/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/10/show-50-val-ford-pursues-her-doctorate--and-uses-cubm-as-her-school-projectFri, 10 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMTShow 50: Val Ford Pursues Her Doctorate - and Uses CUBM as Her School Project(The first three minutes of the show are silent due to technical difficulties.) Valetta Ford has been an instructor at CUBM for many years, most recently focusing on courses that lead to the Human Services degree. Last fall, Mrs. Ford returned to school to earn her doctor of education degree from Point Park University. Today, Mrs. Ford joins Karla and John to talk about what it's been like to be back in school, what she is learning, and the focus of her doctoral project on adult learning as it pertains to CUBM students. 00:53:00Urban HeroesnoAdult education,Point Park University,Doctor of Education,Degree project,Heutagogy(The first three minutes of the show are silent due to technical difficulties.) Valetta Ford has been an instructor at CUBM for many years, most recently focusihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/06/show-49-learning-how-to-thinkEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/06/show-49-learning-how-to-think/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2017/02/06/show-49-learning-how-to-thinkMon, 06 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMTShow 49: Learning How to ThinkIt sounds strange that people have to be taught how to think, but it's true. Cognitive and social learning theories are proving accurate in that a person's thinking controls their behavior, thus directly impacting their ability to learn, earn, and relate to others. What's more, the Bible is clear in Romans 12:2 that people "are transformed by the renewing of the mind," and the business of the mind is thinking. On today's show, John and Karla discuss how they got involved in training people how to think, and the implications for the future of education and the urban community. 00:51:00Urban HeroesnoCognitive theory,social learning theory,thinking,The Pacific Institute,Romans 12:2Karla and John discuss their work with students to help them understand how their negative thinking impacts their lives, especially their school careerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/18/show-48-the-cubm-human-resources-degreeEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/18/show-48-the-cubm-human-resources-degree/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/18/show-48-the-cubm-human-resources-degreeWed, 18 Nov 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 48: The CUBM Human Resources DegreeToday's show is divided into two parts. The first will feature Dionna Rojas, who is a student in the CUBM Human Services program, and Val Ford, the faculty member who heads up the Human Services associates degree program. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoHuman Services,Adult Education,Geneva CollegeToday's show features Dionna Rojas, a CUBM student, and Val Ford, a long-time CUBM faculty memberhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/11/show-47-a-new-cubm-venueEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/11/show-47-a-new-cubm-venue/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/11/show-47-a-new-cubm-venueWed, 11 Nov 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 47: A New CUBM VenueKarla and John discuss plans for a new satellite location for CUBM, scheduled to open this January. After Karla and John talk, you will hear a re-broadcast of John's Saturday morning show with Lisa Thorpe-Vaughn from last Saturday, November 7. Lisa will serve as the satellite venue dean when classes begin.   01:08:00Urban HeroesnoLisa Thorpe-Vaughn,North Side of Pittsburgh,CUBM satellite location,Adult educationCUBM is opening a satellite in another part of Pittsburghhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/04/show-46-cubms-first-graduateChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/04/show-46-cubms-first-graduate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/11/04/show-46-cubms-first-graduateWed, 04 Nov 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 46: CUBM's First GraduateRev. Dr. Richard Wingfield rejoins the show today to talk about his journey since graduating from CUBM 20 years ago. After Dr. Wingfield, current student Justin Eidinger calls in to talk about his CUBM experience.   00:41:00Urban HeroesnoCUBM graduate,Unity Baptist Church,adult education,Christian ministry degreehear what Dr. Richard Wingfield, CUBM's first graduate, has gone on to accomplishhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/10/28/show-45-talking-to-studentsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/10/28/show-45-talking-to-students/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/10/28/show-45-talking-to-studentsWed, 28 Oct 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 45: Talking to StudentsOn today's show, current and past students talk about their CUBM experience - what it was like coming back to school, what they have learned about themselves, how the program impacted their life and ministry, and what it was like to be back in school after many years out of the classroom. Shawn Knox, and Andrew and Karen Murray join John and Karla to talk school. 01:00:00Urban HeroesnoAdult education,Going back to schoolHear firsthand from current students and recent graduates of CUBMhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/10/21/show-44-looking-ahead-to-january-classesChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/10/21/show-44-looking-ahead-to-january-classes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/10/21/show-44-looking-ahead-to-january-classesWed, 21 Oct 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 44: Looking Ahead to January ClassesUrban Heroes returns to the air today with an update on what is happening this coming January. First, Helen Jackson, CUBM's recruiting specialist, will join the show to talk about two upcoming recruiting events on October 31 and November 12. Then two of CUBM's instructors, Reverend Barbara Gunn (who has been a guest on the show before) and Dr. Melvin Rippy will join the show to talk about their two January classes that have never been offered at CUBM before - Chaplaincy and Preaching. 00:43:00Urban HeroesnoPreaching,Chaplaincy,Military chaplain,hospital chaplain,associate degreeListen to what is happening at CUBM for classes starting in January 2016http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/31/show-43-joy-sato--gracious-hospitality-makes-her-an-urban-heroEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/31/show-43-joy-sato--gracious-hospitality-makes-her-an-urban-hero/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/31/show-43-joy-sato--gracious-hospitality-makes-her-an-urban-heroFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:30:00 GMTShow 43: Joy Sato - Gracious Hospitality Makes Her an Urban Hero!Joy Sato has hosted the Urban Heroes awards ceremony, but this year she will become a Hero herself! Joy currenty handles receptions and meetings at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts and has blessed many people who have used her services. Today she talks about her philosophy and approach to hospitality that has made many people feel special throughout her years of serving the community. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoPittsburgh Center for the Arts,Receptions and Special Events,Hospitality,Family Ties,Urban HeroesJoy Sato has a gift of hospitality that has blessed many people in the community. Today she talks about that gift and how she employs it on a regular basis.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/28/show-42-dr-herbert-jones--founderdirector-the-heritage-gospel-chorale-of-pitEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/28/show-42-dr-herbert-jones--founderdirector-the-heritage-gospel-chorale-of-pit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/28/show-42-dr-herbert-jones--founderdirector-the-heritage-gospel-chorale-of-pitTue, 28 Jul 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 42: Dr. Herbert Jones - Founder/Director The Heritage Gospel Chorale of Pit Dr. Herbert V.R.P. Jones is one of the nation's foremost figures in choral conducting and pedagogy and an expert in the intersection between theology and musical expression. A Southern transplant to Pennsylvania, Dr. Jones has cultivated a broad-based, multifaceted career as a choral conductor, educator, operatic and oratoria bass, liturgical dancer, orator and pastor, teaching and performing across the United States. Dr. Jones has accolades and achievements too numerous to list, but is best known recently as the founder and director of The Heritage Gospel Chorale of Pittsburgh as well as Minister of Music at Bethany Baptist Church.     01:01:00Urban HeroesnoHeritage Gospel Chorale of Pittsburgh,Choral Conducting,Church Music,Music Performance,Choral MusicDr. Herbert V.R.P. Jones is one of the nation's foremost figures in choral conducting and pedagogy and an expert in the intersection between theology and musichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/22/show-41-mellisa-wharton--business-woman-and-entrepreneurEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/22/show-41-mellisa-wharton--business-woman-and-entrepreneur/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/22/show-41-mellisa-wharton--business-woman-and-entrepreneurWed, 22 Jul 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 41: Mellisa Wharton - Business Woman and EntrepreneurMelissa Wharton is the president and CEO of Church Online LLC in Pittsburgh, PA where her company helps churches and nonprofits with their IT and communication needs. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoChurch Online LLC,Black entrepreneur,Church media,Church communications,Women in businessMelissa Wharton is another Urban Hero, serving the Pittsburgh community through a business she started to help churches with their communications and IT needs.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/08/show-40-brenda-gregg--serving-the-youth-in-our-communityEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/08/show-40-brenda-gregg--serving-the-youth-in-our-community/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/07/08/show-40-brenda-gregg--serving-the-youth-in-our-communityWed, 08 Jul 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 40: Brenda Gregg - Serving the Youth in Our CommunityBrenda Gregg is a preacher, founder and executive director and board member, serving Western Pennsylvania in many capacities, mainly as the director of Project Destiny of Pittsburgh, an organization that oversees and monitors the development of 10-18 year olds until they enter college. She is also a pastor of Destiny of Faith Church. Rev. Gregg's involvement and achievements are too numerous to list, but will be the focus and topic of today's show. Truly Rev. Gregg is worthy of the Urban Hero designation and Karla and John will discuss on the show what has made her so effective in every role she has held 00:52:00Urban HeroesnoProject Destiny of Pittsburgh,Women in MInistry,Destiny of Faith Church,Board of directors volunteer,Community ServiceRev. Brenda Gregg serves as a pastor and project director in Pittsburgh. Today's show talks about her work and her drive to help the youth of Pittsburgh.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/06/12/show-39-pastor-marvin-winans--in-pittsburgh-for-ministryEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/06/12/show-39-pastor-marvin-winans--in-pittsburgh-for-ministry/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/06/12/show-39-pastor-marvin-winans--in-pittsburgh-for-ministryFri, 12 Jun 2015 18:00:00 GMTShow 39: Pastor Marvin Winans - In Pittsburgh for MinistryWe are honored in Pittsburgh to have a ministry and gospel music legend in town for the weekend. Pastor Marvin Winans will join John and Karla today to talk about his ministry, his music, life in the church and a host of other topics. You don't want to miss this dynamic and captivating interview with one of God's choice servants! 00:49:00Urban HeroesnoMarvin Winans,The Winans Family,Perfecting Church,Detroit,The WinansWe are honored in Pittsburgh to have a ministry and gospel music legend in town for the weekend. Pastor Marvin Winans will join John and Karla today to talk abohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/06/10/show-38-dr-lola-and-mrs-lisa-thorpe-vaughn--motherdaughter-urban-heroesChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/06/10/show-38-dr-lola-and-mrs-lisa-thorpe-vaughn--motherdaughter-urban-heroes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/06/10/show-38-dr-lola-and-mrs-lisa-thorpe-vaughn--motherdaughter-urban-heroesWed, 10 Jun 2015 19:00:00 GMTShow 38: Dr. Lola and Mrs. Lisa Thorpe-Vaughn - Mother/Daughter Urban HeroesDr. Lola Thorpe is the pastor of the North Side Institutional Church of God in Christ and her daughter Lisa is the president of the Nonprofit Leadership Training Institute (NLTI). Both have served with distinction in the Pittsburgh community and have been honored for their work. Today the title of "Urban Hero" is added to that list of recognitions. Both ladies will be back-to-back guests on this expanded show. 01:50:00Urban HeroesnoChurch of God in Christ,Women in Ministry,Leadership Training,Urban Ministry,Urban HeroesDr. Lola Thorpe is the pastor of the North Side Institutional Church of God in Christ and her daughter Lisa is the president of the Nonprofit Leadership Traininhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/05/27/show-37-pastor-rodney-lyde-an-activist-voice-in-the-pulpitCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/05/27/show-37-pastor-rodney-lyde-an-activist-voice-in-the-pulpit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/05/27/show-37-pastor-rodney-lyde-an-activist-voice-in-the-pulpitWed, 27 May 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 37: Pastor Rodney Lyde, An Activist Voice in the PulpitPastor Rodney Lyde currently serves as pastor at Baptist Temple in the Homewood section of Pittsburgh, PA. Over the years, Pastor Lyde has been involved in ministry beyond the pulpit that took him into the community to confront social ills and to seek justice on behalf of the poor and disenfranchised. His travels have taken him to the streets of Pittsburgh as well as Ferguson, Missouri and other venues of unrest and turmoil. Today Pastor Lyde joins Karla and John to talk about his perspective on currrent events and his pursuit for racial and economic justice. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoBaptist Temple,Pittsburgh PA,Ferguson MO,Social justice,Rodney LydePastor Rodney Lyde currently serves as pastor at Baptist Temple in the Homewood section of Pittsburgh, PA. Over the years, Pastor Lyde has been involved in minihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/05/13/show-36-andrew-and-helen-jackson--an-urban-heroes-coupleEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/05/13/show-36-andrew-and-helen-jackson--an-urban-heroes-couple/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/05/13/show-36-andrew-and-helen-jackson--an-urban-heroes-coupleWed, 13 May 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 36: Andrew and Helen Jackson - An Urban Heroes Couple It is hard to refer to either of the Jackson couple without mentioning the other. They are truly a team who have distinguished themselves as urban heroes both individually and as a couple. Both are CUBM graduates, with Helen earning her Masters in Organizational Leadership and Andrew working on his bachelor's degree as we broadcast. Helen also serves as the Recruiting Specialist for CUBM, while Andrew serves as building maintenance supervisor for the seminary in which CUBM has classes. Both the Jacksons join Karla and John today to talk about their lives together and their ministry philosophy that has earned them the well-deserved title of urban heroes! 01:00:00Urban HeroesnoCenter for Urban Biblical Ministry,Webster Avenue CMA Church,The Marriage Works,Couples in ministry,Adult educationIt is hard to refer to either of the Jackson couple without mentioning the other. They are truly a team who have distinguished themselves as urban heroes bothhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/22/show-35-todd-allen--a-hero-among-heroesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/22/show-35-todd-allen--a-hero-among-heroes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/22/show-35-todd-allen--a-hero-among-heroesWed, 22 Apr 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 35: Todd Allen - A Hero Among HeroesDr. Todd Allen has been on the show before, talking about his Common Ground project that conducts bus tours of Civil Rights sites in the South. Today Todd joins the show in a different capacity a a 2015 Urban Hero. Todd will share with Karla and John what contributed to his work as a Hero and perhaps also give a preview of his talk as the commencement speaker for the 2015 CUBM graduation on May 4 at Eastminster Presbyterian Church in East Liberty at 6 PM. 00:59:00Urban HeroesnoCommon Ground,Civil Rights Tour,Dr. Todd Allen,Grove City College,Geneva CollegeDr. Todd Allen has been on the show before, talking about his Common Ground project that conducts bus tours of Civil Rights sites in the South. Today Todd joinshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/15/show-34-sean-and-loleda-moman--a-couple-of-heroesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/15/show-34-sean-and-loleda-moman--a-couple-of-heroes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/15/show-34-sean-and-loleda-moman--a-couple-of-heroesWed, 15 Apr 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 34: Sean and Loleda Moman - A Couple of HeroesSean and Loleda Moman were returning from a family vacation when an accident changed their lives forever. Instead of retreating, however, they decided to keep moving foward and have raised a wonderful family while making in impact at Allegheny Center Alliance Church on the North Side of Pittsburgh. Today Sean and Loleda join co-hosts Karla and John to talk about their journey and faith that has made them worthy of the title, "urban heroes." 00:58:00Urban HeroesnoUrban HeroesSean and Loleda Moman were returning from a family vacation when an accident changed their lives forever. Instead of retreating, however, they decided to keep mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/08/george-russell-event-this-weekendEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/08/george-russell-event-this-weekend/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/04/08/george-russell-event-this-weekendWed, 08 Apr 2015 12:30:00 GMTGeorge Russell Event This WeekendGeorge Russell is a noted musician who is returning home to Pittsburgh this weekend to do a History of Gospel Music concert on Saturday evening, working with a choir and musicians he assembled for workshops and rehearsals on Friday night and Saturday. Karla and John caught up with George recently before he went to Japan to talk about the weekend and his strategy and reason for leading an event like this. Tickets are still available for Saturday evening's event and there is still time to sign up to be part of the music team. This show will help you understand how this weekend will help you and your church's music team.   00:48:00Urban HeroesnoGeorge Russell,History of Gospel Music,Local church music ministry,Berklee School of Music,Black gospelGeorge Russell is a noted musician who is returning home to Pittsburgh this weekend to do a History of Gospel Music concert on Saturday evening, working with ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/03/18/show-33-george-russell-coming-home-for-music-workshop-at-cubmEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/03/18/show-33-george-russell-coming-home-for-music-workshop-at-cubm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/03/18/show-33-george-russell-coming-home-for-music-workshop-at-cubmWed, 18 Mar 2015 12:00:00 GMTShow 33: George Russell Coming Home for Music Workshop at CUBMGeorge Russell Jr. is a musician who teaches at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. George has been invited by CUBM to conduct a History of Gospel workshop on April 10-11 here in Pittsburgh for musicians, choir members, music pastors and other people involved in church music ministry. Today George joins Karla and John to talk about the weekend and what those attending can expect. 00:42:00Urban HeroesnoGeorge Russell Jr,History of Gospel worshop,church musicians,music ministry,worshipGeorge Russell Jr. is a musician who teaches at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. George has been invited by CUBM to conduct a History of Gosphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/02/11/show-32-pastors-george-and-sandra-russell--urban-heroesChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/02/11/show-32-pastors-george-and-sandra-russell--urban-heroes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/02/11/show-32-pastors-george-and-sandra-russell--urban-heroesWed, 11 Feb 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 32: Pastors George and Sandra Russell - Urban HeroesKarla and John continue with their interviews of the 2015 class of Urban Heroes with their interview of Pastors George and Sandra Russell. The Russells have been married for 54 years and pastors at Temple of God Church in Washington, PA for 27 years. Today the Russells join our co-hosts to talk about life, marriage, raising children and ministry. During the show, one of their children will call in to talk about her parents and their work. Once you listen, you will know why they were nominated and chosen for the latest class of Urban Heroes.   01:16:00Urban HeroesnoWashington PA,Temple of God Church,Pentecostal Assemblies of the World,Urban Ministry,Marriage SuccessKarla and John continue with their interviews of the 2015 class of Urban Heroes with their interview of Pastors George and Sandra Russell. The Russells have beehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/02/04/show-31-deloris-livsey--2015-urban-heroEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/02/04/show-31-deloris-livsey--2015-urban-hero/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/02/04/show-31-deloris-livsey--2015-urban-heroWed, 04 Feb 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 31: Deloris Livsey - 2015 Urban Hero John and Karla met Deloris in 2014 while they were conducting a workshop for the residents of Hazelwood, a community in renewal in the City of Pittsburgh. They were so impressed with her story, which included surviving a bout with cancer, and leadership that they both nominated her to be part of the 2015 Urban Heroes class. Today Deloris joins Karla and John to tell listeners her story.   01:01:00Urban HeroesnoHazelwood,Cancer Survivor,Community Service,Community in Renewal,A Life Well LivedJohn and Karla met Deloris in 2014 while they were conducting a workshop for the residents of Hazelwood, a community in renewal in the City of Pittsburgh. Theyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/28/show-30-oliver-byrd--2015-urban-heroWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/28/show-30-oliver-byrd--2015-urban-hero/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/28/show-30-oliver-byrd--2015-urban-heroWed, 28 Jan 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 30: Oliver Byrd - 2015 Urban HeroYes, today's guest has the same last name as Karla Byrd, John's cohost, and that is because Oliver Byrd is Karla's husband. On today's show, John and Karla begin interviewing the 2015 class of Urban Heroes and they will start with Oliver. Oliver worked at Mellon Bank for many years, but also served the community as the chair of the United Way and the chairman of the August Wilson Center for African American Culture in downtown Pittsburgh. Oliver will talk about growing up in Pittsburgh and what motivated him to serve so selflessly throughout his career. 01:02:00Urban HeroesnoAugust Wilson Center,Urban Heroes,Urban Hero,Community Service,Bank of New York MellonYes, today's guest has the same last name as Karla Byrd, John's cohost, and that is because Oliver Byrd is Karla's husband. On today's show, John and Karla begihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/21/show-29-renee-drummond-brown--graduating-in-mayEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/21/show-29-renee-drummond-brown--graduating-in-may/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/21/show-29-renee-drummond-brown--graduating-in-mayWed, 21 Jan 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 29: Renee Drummond-Brown - Graduating in MayRenee Drummond-Brown is a former City of Pittsburgh police officer who came to CUBM after retirement. Renee will graduate in May and currently serves as president of the graduating class. Renee has been an excellent student and has blossomed as a writer and poet during her time at CUBM. She joins Karla and John to talk about her CUBM experience, what graduation means for her, what her future plans are and the plans the graduates have before they finish in May. 01:00:00Urban HeroesnoCity of PIttsburgh Police Department,Writing,Publishing,Missions,Adult EducationRenee Drummond-Brown is a former City of Pittsburgh police officer who came to CUBM after retirement. Renee will graduate in May and currently serves as presidehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/14/show-28-sheran-white--to-africa-and-beyondChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/14/show-28-sheran-white--to-africa-and-beyond/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/14/show-28-sheran-white--to-africa-and-beyondWed, 14 Jan 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 28: Sheran White - To Africa and BeyondSheran White is a woman who is acquainted with tragedy. She lost five family members in a short period of time and was lost in grief and sorrow until she made a trip to Africa through CUBM that changed her life. Today she ministers to grief victims and has established her own nonprofit ministry to care for widows like her in Kenya. Today she joins Karla and John to talk about her journey and her upcoming trip to Kenya with both Karla and John. 00:58:00Urban HeroesnoKenya,Widows Ministry,Grief,Grief MInistry,Nonprofit OrganizationSheran White is a woman who is acquainted with tragedy. She lost five family members in a short period of time and was lost in grief and sorrow until she made ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/07/show-27-john-and-karla--starting-another-yearEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/07/show-27-john-and-karla--starting-another-year/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2015/01/07/show-27-john-and-karla--starting-another-yearWed, 07 Jan 2015 13:00:00 GMTShow 27: John and Karla - Starting Another Year John and Karla team up today to bring in the New Year with some talk about CUBM, the coming semester, their upcoming trip to Kenya, and plans for the coming year. Join these two colleagues and friends as they talk about the work and school where they have labored together for the last 15 years! 00:39:00Urban HeroesnoMissions trip,Kenya,Associate Degrees,Adult Education,Geneva CollegeJohn and Karla team up today to bring in the New Year with some talk about CUBM, the coming semester, their upcoming trip to Kenya, and plans for the coming yehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/23/show-26-dean-melinda-stephens--cubms-liaison-with-geneve-collegeEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/23/show-26-dean-melinda-stephens--cubms-liaison-with-geneve-college/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/23/show-26-dean-melinda-stephens--cubms-liaison-with-geneve-collegeTue, 23 Dec 2014 12:30:00 GMTShow 26: Dean Melinda Stephens - CUBM's Liaison with Geneva CollegeDr. Melinda Stephens began as a chemistry professor at Geneva College and is now the Dean of Undergraduate Studies at Geneva. She prerecorded today's discussion with John and Karla to talk about her journey into the study of chemistry, how she incorporates faith into her chemistry classes, her transition into higher education administration and what's new at Geneva as they face changes necessitated by changing admissions demographics and other 21st educational trends. 01:05:00Urban HeroesnoGeneva College,Dean of Students,Dean of Undergraduate Studies,College Administration,Chemistry ClassesDr. Melinda Stephens began as a chemistry professor at Geneva College and is now the Dean of Undergraduate Studies at Geneva. She prerecorded today's discussionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/10/show-25-alumnus-johnathan-wilson--pastor-leader-worship-leaderChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/10/show-25-alumnus-johnathan-wilson--pastor-leader-worship-leader/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/10/show-25-alumnus-johnathan-wilson--pastor-leader-worship-leaderWed, 10 Dec 2014 13:00:00 GMTShow 25: Alumnus Johnathan Wilson - Pastor, Leader, & Worship Leader Johnathan Wilson is pastor of New Bethel Baptist Church in the Lawrenceville section of Pittsburgh. He also serves as president of the Baptist Ministers Conference of Pittsburgh and Vicinity. Rev. Wilson is a CUBM and Geneva graduate and is currently working on his Master's degree. Rev. Wilson is also a gifted musician and leads worship often in his church and in other ministry settings. Today Reverend Wilson joins Karla and John to talk about his CUBM experience, leadership in the urban community and his role as head of the Baptist Association. 01:00:00Urban HeroesnoBaptist Ministerial Association,New Bethel Baptist Church,Church Music,Contemporary Worship,Adult EducationJohnathan Wilson is pastor of New Bethel Baptist Church in the Lawrenceville section of Pittsburgh. He also serves as president of the Baptist Ministers Conferhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/03/show-24-professor-helen-jackson-and-her-class-on-ethicsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/03/show-24-professor-helen-jackson-and-her-class-on-ethics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/12/03/show-24-professor-helen-jackson-and-her-class-on-ethicsWed, 03 Dec 2014 13:00:00 GMTShow 24: Professor Helen Jackson and Her Class on EthicsHelen Jackson has taught a class on ethics this past semester that became a hit with the students from day one.  They found thsmselves discussing matters from ethical perspectives that they had never thought about before the class. Then one day Mrs. Byrd sat in on the class and was so impressed that she decided to do a show including a 30-minute class discussion involving the students and Mrs. Jackson. On today's show, John and Karla talk with Mrs. Jackson about the class and then allow you to listen in on the class discussion. If you wanted to know what goes on in a college class, this is your chance to find out! 01:07:00Urban HeroesnoEthics,Biblical Ethics,Morality,College Class,Class DiscussionsHelen Jackson has taught a class on ethics this past semester that became a hit with the students from day one.  They found thsmselves discussing matters from ehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/24/show-23-mark-conner--first-cubm-leadership-degree-majorChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/24/show-23-mark-conner--first-cubm-leadership-degree-major/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/24/show-23-mark-conner--first-cubm-leadership-degree-majorWed, 24 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 23: Mark Conner - First CUBM Leadership Degree MajorMark Conner first came to CUBM last January to pursue his associate degree in leadership. Mark is a family and church man, involved in both, while also serving as a successful salesman for his company. Mark joins Karla and John today to talk about life as a CUBM student along with the many roles he plays that qualify him to be an urban hero. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoUrban Hero,Urban Heroes,Sales Career,Adult Education,Men's MinistryMark Conner first came to CUBM last January to pursue his associate degree in leadership. Mark is a family and church man, involved in both, while also servinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/17/show-22-valetta-ford--counselor-pastors-wife-and-instructorChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/17/show-22-valetta-ford--counselor-pastors-wife-and-instructor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/17/show-22-valetta-ford--counselor-pastors-wife-and-instructorWed, 17 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 22: Valetta Ford - Counselor, Pastor's Wife and InstructorVal Ford has been an instructor at CUBM for many years and has served as a counselor to students, families and staff alike during her teaching tenure. She has also been involved as a counselor in the Pittsburgh community and has a heart to see people be healed and thrive in their life's work and roles. Val joins Karla and John today to talk about the many hats she has worn in her career and what CUBM means to her as she enters her second decade of teaching there. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoCommunity Health,Counseling,Urban Ministry,Pastor's Wife,Human ServicesVal Ford has been an instructor at CUBM for many years and has served as a counselor to students, families and staff alike during her teaching tenure. She has ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/10/show-21-diana-scimone--cubm-writers-workshop-oct-10-11Educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/10/show-21-diana-scimone--cubm-writers-workshop-oct-10-11/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/10/show-21-diana-scimone--cubm-writers-workshop-oct-10-11Wed, 10 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 21: Diana Scimone - CUBM Writer's Workshop Oct 10-11Diana Scimone is a writing and creativity coach, author and social entrepreneur who has devoted her entire career to understanding and releasing the creative process in herself and in others. Diana currently resides in Orlando, Florida, where she directs her nonprofit anti-child trafficking organization called Born To Fly, writes, coaches other writers and produces a blog to help people write and publish books. Diana will be speaking at the CUBM Writer's Workshop on October 10 and 11. Today she joins John to talk about her background in writing and what she will cover during her sessions at the Writer's Workshop. 01:07:00Urban HeroesnoBorn To Fly,Writing Coach,Writer's Workshop,Creativity Coach,Creative ProcessDiana Scimone is a writing and creativity coach, author and social entrepreneur who has devoted her entire career to understanding and releasing the creative prhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/03/show-20-robert-young--a-leader-teaching-leadersEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/03/show-20-robert-young--a-leader-teaching-leaders/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/09/03/show-20-robert-young--a-leader-teaching-leadersWed, 03 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 20: Robert Young - A Leader Teaching LeadersDr. Robert Young and his family moved to Pittsburgh a few years ago to pastor New Hope Baptist Church in Braddock. Since then, he has seen the church grow, has earned his Doctor of Ministry degree, started teaching at CUBM and has launched a movement called the "Healthy Pastor Program." Pastor Young joins Karla and John to talk about his life since moving to Pittsburgh as Urban Heroes resumes broadcasting after a summer break. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoLeadership Training,New Hope Community Church,Healthy Pastors Program,Moving to Pittsburgh,Baptist ChurchDr. Robert Young and his family moved to Pittsburgh a few years ago to pastor New Hope Baptist Church in Braddock. Since then, he has seen the church grow, hashttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/20/barbara-gunn-worth-another-listenChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/20/barbara-gunn-worth-another-listen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/20/barbara-gunn-worth-another-listenWed, 20 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMTBarbara Gunn: Worth Another ListenPastor Barbara Gunn is an outstanding leader, pastor, preacher and teacher. Her recent interview is our most listened to show to date, so while we take some time off from live broadcasts this summer, we thought we would re-present this show from our archives as on worth listening to - or listening to again! We will return live on Wednesday, September 3 with new shows and an update on the beginining of the new Fall semester. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoWomen in Ministry,Women in Leadership,Church Work,Urban MInistryPastor Barbara Gunn is an outstanding leader, pastor, preacher and teacher. Her recent interview is our most listened to show to date, so while we take some timhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/13/show-19-jeremiah-thomas--bivocational-pastor-and-cubm-graduateEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/13/show-19-jeremiah-thomas--bivocational-pastor-and-cubm-graduate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/13/show-19-jeremiah-thomas--bivocational-pastor-and-cubm-graduateWed, 13 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 19: Jeremiah Thomas - Bivocational Pastor and CUBM GraduatePastor Jeremiah Thomas joins Karla and John today on Urban Heroes. Pastor Thomas has been pastor of Rapha Ministries for 20 years and has worked for UPMC for 36 years, but found time to return to school to earn his associate degree in Christian Ministry and is currently working on his bachelor degree. Pastor Thomas also went with John to Kenya on two occasions. On this show, he discusses life working two jobs and raising a family, while also going to school - and doing a missions trip or two on the side. This is a great interview with a busy man who is a lot of fun to listen to! 00:53:00Urban HeroesnoMinistry,Urban Ministry,Bivocational Pastor,Associate Degree in Christian Ministry,MissionsPastor Jeremiah Thomas joins Karla and John today on Urban Heroes. Pastor Thomas has been pastor of Rapha Ministries for 20 years and has worked for UPMC for 36http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/06/show-18-helen-jackson--cubm-graduate-recruiting-specialist-and-retireeEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/06/show-18-helen-jackson--cubm-graduate-recruiting-specialist-and-retiree/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/08/06/show-18-helen-jackson--cubm-graduate-recruiting-specialist-and-retireeWed, 06 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 18: Helen Jackson - CUBM Graduate, Recruiting Specialist and RetireeHelen Jackson is a distinguised CUBM graduate. Upon competion of her associate degree, she went on to earn her BS and MS from Geneva College and now serves as the Recruiting Specialist for CUBM. Helen and her husband Andrew pastor the Webster Avenue Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in the Hill District (Andrew is a CUBM graduate as well). Helen is about to retire after 32 years of service in the County Court System. Today Helen talks to Karla and John about her CUBM experience, what she tells potential CUBM recruits and why she thinks everyone should enroll at Geneva College at the Center for Urban Biblical Ministry. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoRetirement,Associate Degrees,Back to College,Adult Education,LeadershipHelen Jackson is a distinguised CUBM graduate. Upon competion of her associate degree, she went on to earn her BS and MS from Geneva College and now serves as thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/30/show-17-judy-bannister--new-faculty-member-at-cubm-teaching-englishEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/30/show-17-judy-bannister--new-faculty-member-at-cubm-teaching-english/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/30/show-17-judy-bannister--new-faculty-member-at-cubm-teaching-englishWed, 30 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 17: Judy Bannister - New Faculty Member at CUBM, Teaching EnglishJudy Bannister joined the CUBM faculty in January, 2014 and immediately made her presence felt by including new, creative aspects to her English 101 class. Judy joins Karla and John today to talk about her teaching career, her faith and family and how it all ties in together to make her the teacher she is today. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoFaith and Teaching,College Instructor,English 101,Adult Education,Community College of Allegheny CountyJudy Bannister joined the CUBM faculty in January, 2014 and immediately made her presence felt by including new, creative aspects to her English 101 class. Judyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/18/show-16-jerry-oneill--cubm-board-member-seminary-president-basketball-starEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/18/show-16-jerry-oneill--cubm-board-member-seminary-president-basketball-star/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/18/show-16-jerry-oneill--cubm-board-member-seminary-president-basketball-starFri, 18 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 16: Jerry O'Neill - CUBM Board Member, Seminary President & Basketball StarJerry O'Neill has served as the vice-chairman of the CUBM board for almost 20 years, as well as the president of the Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary where CUBM holds classes. Today Jerry joins Karla and John to talk about his time on the CUBM board - the changes he saw at CUBM - along with some of the challenges he faces as a seminary president in the 21st century. Oh yes, and they may have time to talk about Jerry's collegiate basketball career at Geneva College. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoReformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary,Non-profit board member,CUBM,CUBM history,Geneva CollegeJerry O'Neill has served as the vice-chairman of the CUBM board for almost 20 years, as well as the president of the Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/16/show-15-john-and-karla--friend-talkEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/16/show-15-john-and-karla--friend-talk/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/16/show-15-john-and-karla--friend-talkWed, 16 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 15: John and Karla - Friend TalkAfter last week's technical glitch, Dr. Jim Dittmar was to be on the show, but was unable to do so. So John and Karla used the time (30 minutes) to talk about CUBM, their relationship, Girl Scouts and a host of other life issues. John and Karla model reconciliation as they work together as friends, so listen in to hear two friends talking about the work God has joined them together to do! 00:33:00Urban HeroesnoLeadership,Urban Leaders,Reconciliation,Girl ScoutsAfter last week's technical glitch, Dr. Jim Dittmar was to be on the show, but was unable to do so. So John and Karla used the time (30 minutes) to talk about Chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/02/show-14-shaunda-miles--teaching-creative-arts-at-cubmEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/02/show-14-shaunda-miles--teaching-creative-arts-at-cubm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/07/02/show-14-shaunda-miles--teaching-creative-arts-at-cubmWed, 02 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 14: Shaunda Miles - Teaching Creative Arts at CUBMShaunda Miles is CUBM's newest instructor and is also a member of the 2013 Urban Heroes Class. Shaunda has worked and studied creativity and arts managemet from coast to coast and has now settled in Pittsburgh where she is the public relations director for The Cultural Trust. Shaunda has also founded her own production company. This past semester, Shaunda taught a class on creative expression at CUBM and then produced a show that the students performed. Shaunda joins Karla and John to talk about her teaching experience and her other lessons learned from many years of her young life already spent in and around the creative arts. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoPittsburgh Arts,The Cultural Trust,Creative Expression,Teaching Creativity,HIgher Education and The ArtsShaunda Miles is CUBM's newest instructor and is also a member of the 2013 Urban Heroes Class. Shaunda has worked and studied creativity and arts managemet fromhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/25/show-13-pastor-william-glaze--board-member-for-20-yearsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/25/show-13-pastor-william-glaze--board-member-for-20-years/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/25/show-13-pastor-william-glaze--board-member-for-20-yearsWed, 25 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 13: Pastor William Glaze - Board Member for 20 YearsPastor Bill Glaze has served on the CUBM board of directors for 20 years, almost all that time as the chairman. He is also the pastor of Bethany Baptist Church in Homewood and has been an instructor, radio teacher, and social entrepreneur - which qualified him for the designation of Urban Hero in 2011. As Pastor Glaze steps down as board chairman, he joins Karla and John to talk about the last 20 years, urban ministry, and what he sees for CUBM's future. 01:03:00Urban HeroesnoGovernance,Board Chairman,Urban Ministry,Higher Education,Urban HeroPastor Bill Glaze has served on the CUBM board of directors for 20 years, almost all that time as the chairman. He is also the pastor of Bethany Baptist Churchhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/18/show-12-dr-mitch-nickols--a-man-about-townEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/18/show-12-dr-mitch-nickols--a-man-about-town/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/18/show-12-dr-mitch-nickols--a-man-about-townWed, 18 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 12: Dr. Mitch Nickols - A Man About TownAnyone who knows Dr. Mitch Nickols knows he is a busy man. He is a college professor, a pastor, a community advocate, media star and advisor to youth and leaders alike. Dr. Mitch was a member of the 2013 Urban Heroes class and has served his New Kensington community with distinction for many years. Today Dr. Mitch joins Karla and John to talk about community service, organizational change and leadership, all things he has both taught and done.   01:02:00Urban HeroesnoNew Kensington PA,Service,Leadership,Serving Youth,Graduate School InstructorAnyone who knows Dr. Mitch Nickols knows he is a busy man. He is a college professor, a pastor, a community advocate, media star and advisor to youth and leaderhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/11/show-11-cheryl-bradbury-and-sheran-white--africa-is-in-their-bloodEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/11/show-11-cheryl-bradbury-and-sheran-white--africa-is-in-their-blood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/11/show-11-cheryl-bradbury-and-sheran-white--africa-is-in-their-bloodWed, 11 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 11: Cheryl Bradbury and Sheran White - Africa is in Their BloodSince 2009, CUBM has made annual trips to Africa and has made seven missions trip overall to that continent since 2001. In this show, Karla and John talk to CUBM graduate, Cheryl Bradbury, who has been to Kenya five times, and former CUBM student, Sheran White, who has been with Cheryl and team to Kenya on four occasions. Karla has been to Kenya twice and John almost lives there, so this show will explore the impressions of these African veterans what it takes to be an Urban Hero in a foreign land. You won't want to miss this show! 01:10:00Urban HeroesnoKenya,Short-term Missions Trips,Orphans,Widows in Africa,Missions TravelSince 2009, CUBM has made annual trips to Africa and has made seven missions trip overall to that continent since 2001. In this show, Karla and John talk to CUBhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/04/show-10-clifford-foster--from-addict-to-outreach-founderChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/04/show-10-clifford-foster--from-addict-to-outreach-founder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/06/04/show-10-clifford-foster--from-addict-to-outreach-founderWed, 04 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 10: Clifford Foster - From Addict to Outreach FounderClifford Foster began using drugs when he was 14. Today he founded and operates one of the largest outreach clinics for addicts called the Central Outreach Center. Along the way to his recovery, Clifford graduated from CUBM and was also elected to the 2010 class of Urban Heroes. Join Karla and John as they talk to Clifford about his journey, his time at ACAC and the scope and work of his ministry in the heart of Pittsburgh. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoCentral Outreach Center,Drug Addiction,Freedom from Drugs,Nonprofit Organizations,Clifford FosterClifford Foster began using drugs when he was 14. Today he founded and operates one of the largest outreach clinics for addicts called the Central Outreach Centhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/28/show-9-todd-allen--revisiting-the-civil-rights-eraEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/28/show-9-todd-allen--revisiting-the-civil-rights-era/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/28/show-9-todd-allen--revisiting-the-civil-rights-eraWed, 28 May 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 9: Todd Allen - Revisiting the Civil Rights EraTodd Allen is a part-time instructor at CUBM who also founded an organization called Common Ground. Part of Common Ground's mission is to take people on a tour down South to retrace the steps of the historic events in American Civil Rights history. On June 7, three CUBM students will join Todd and others on this year's Tour. Today is a rebroadcast of the interview with Todd talking about the history of the tour and his transition to Grove City College. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoCivil Rights Tour,Civil Rights,Geneva College,Grove City College,Common Ground OrganizationTodd Allen is a part-time instructor at CUBM who also founded an organization called Common Ground. Part of Common Ground's mission is to take people on a tourhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/21/show-8-pastor-earlene-coleman--the-marketplace-to-church-to-the-communityEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/21/show-8-pastor-earlene-coleman--the-marketplace-to-church-to-the-community/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/21/show-8-pastor-earlene-coleman--the-marketplace-to-church-to-the-communityWed, 21 May 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 8: Pastor Earlene Coleman - The Marketplace to Church to the CommunityAfter a successful career in school administration, Earlene Coleman transitioned to become a pastor in the McKeesport section Western Pennsylvania. Not only is she a successful pastor, but she has also impacted the community through the development of a community youth center. Pastor Coleman, also honored as an Urban Hero in 2013, joins Karla and John to talk about her transition to church work, being a woman pastor, and taking the church work outside the walls of the church building to the community. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoWomen in MInistry,Woman Pastor,Community Development,Youth Ministry,Career ChangeAfter a successful career in school administration, Earlene Coleman transitioned to become a pastor in the McKeesport section Western Pennsylvania. Not only ishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/14/show-7-pastor-barbara-gunn--a-woman-in-a-traditionally-mans-worldEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/14/show-7-pastor-barbara-gunn--a-woman-in-a-traditionally-mans-world/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/14/show-7-pastor-barbara-gunn--a-woman-in-a-traditionally-mans-worldWed, 14 May 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 7: Pastor Barbara Gunn - A Woman in a Traditionally Man's WorldPastor Barbara Gunn is pastor of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in North Versailles, PA, just outside of Pittsburgh. Pastor Gunn has served on the CUBM board of directors and has been active in evangelistic activities throughout her denomination. Today Rev. Gunn joins Karla and John to discuss women in ministry, her church, her love for CUBM and the honor of being recognized as an Urban Hero.  01:01:00Urban HeroesnoWomen in MInistry,Women Pastors,Baptist Church,Evangelism,Urban HeroesPastor Barbara Gunn is pastor of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in North Versailles, PA, just outside of Pittsburgh. Pastor Gunn has served on the CUBM board of direhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/07/show-6-jack-white-the-co-founder-of-cubmEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/07/show-6-jack-white-the-co-founder-of-cubm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/05/07/show-6-jack-white-the-co-founder-of-cubmWed, 07 May 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 6: Jack White, the Co-Founder of CUBMJack White was the president of Geneva College when the agreement was reached to partner with CUBM. Today Dr. White shares some of the history behind that collaboration and what he learned from the process. No one has a better historical perspective than Jack on CUBM's origins, which he will share on today's show. Jack is also part of the CUBM Urban Hero's program, and you can hear and read more about his personal journey of working with urban communities at the Urban Heroes site. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoCUTS,Center for Urban Theological Studies,Geneva College,Collaboration,Urban EducationJack White was the president of Geneva College when the agreement was reached to partner with CUBM. Today Dr. White shares some of the history behind that collahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/30/show-5-city-councilman-ricky-carlotta-burgess-a-couple-serving-the-community-1Educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/30/show-5-city-councilman-ricky-carlotta-burgess-a-couple-serving-the-community-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/30/show-5-city-councilman-ricky-carlotta-burgess-a-couple-serving-the-community-1Wed, 30 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 5: City Councilman Ricky & Carlotta Burgess-A Couple Serving the CommunityPastor Ricky Burgess is also a Pittsburgh City Councilman from Homewood, while also pastoring Nazarene Baptist Church in his home district. His wife Carlotta has been a wonderful help in his ministry and has successfully raised a family of four children. Councilman Burgess and Carlotta join Karla and John this week to talk about politics, marriage, ministry and family as a couple committed to the welfare and prosperity of their urban home. 01:10:00Urban HeroesnoPastor Ricky Burgess is also a Pittsburgh City Councilman from Homewood, while also pastoring Nazarene Baptist Church in his home district. His wife Carlotta hahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/23/show-4-rev-dr-richard-wingfield--cubms-first-graduateEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/23/show-4-rev-dr-richard-wingfield--cubms-first-graduate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/23/show-4-rev-dr-richard-wingfield--cubms-first-graduateWed, 23 Apr 2014 18:30:00 GMTShow 4: Rev. Dr. Richard Wingfield - CUBM's First GraduateDr. Richard Wingfield is the pastor at Unity Baptist Church in Braddock, PA, CUBM board member and also a part-time instructor at the school. He is a preacher extraordinaire, sought after by many to highlight their special events, revivals and conferences. Today Dr. Wingfield joins Karla and John to discuss his adult educational journey that took him through and then back to CUBM. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoGeneva College,The Center for Urban Biblical Ministry,CUBM,Adult Education,Urban PastorDr. Richard Wingfield is the pastor at Unity Baptist Church in Braddock, PA, CUBM board member and also a part-time instructor at the school. He is a preacher ehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/16/show-3-todd-allen--civil-rights-communications-and-transitionHistoryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/16/show-3-todd-allen--civil-rights-communications-and-transition/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/16/show-3-todd-allen--civil-rights-communications-and-transitionWed, 16 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 3: Todd Allen - Civil Rights, Communications and TransitionDr. Todd Allen has been part of the communications department at Geneva College for 23 years. In addition, he leads an annual 'Returning to the Roots of the Civil Rights Tour' and has written and taught extensively on that movement. Dr. Allen is currently in transition to Grove City College, where he will once again teach communications as he has at Geneva College. Dr. Allen joins Karla and John today to discuss the tour, Karla's own experience on the tour, his transition after two decades at Geneva College, teaching communications and anything else that may come up that's important. Oh yes, Dr. Allen is also the first nominee for the 2015 class of CUBM Urban Heroes.   01:01:00Urban HeroesnoCivil Rights,Civil Rights Tour,Communications,Grove City College,Geneva CollegeDr. Todd Allen has been part of the communications department at Geneva College for 23 years. In addition, he leads an annual 'Returning to the Roots of the Civhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/09/show-2-cleophus-larue--author-seminary-professor-and-preacherEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/09/show-2-cleophus-larue--author-seminary-professor-and-preacher/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/09/show-2-cleophus-larue--author-seminary-professor-and-preacherWed, 09 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 2: Cleophus LaRue - Author, Seminary Professor and PreacherDr. Cleophus LaRue is the Francis Landey Patton Professor of Homiletics at Princeton Theological Seminary in New Jersey. He received his B.A. and M.A. degrees from Baylor University, his M.Div. and Ph.D. degrees from Princeton Seminary. He specializes in the theory and method of African American preaching and worship. An ordained minister in the National Baptist Convention of America, LaRue is the former pastor of two churches in Texas as well as the former interim pastor of churches in Harlem and Jamaica Queens, New York. He is a frequent speaker at churches, seminaries, and conferences throughout the country and is a member of the Academy of Homiletics. He has written a number of books, which include I Believe I'll Testify: Reflections on African American Preaching; More Power in the Pulpit: How America's Most Effective Black Preachers Prepare Their Sermons, editor; This Is My Story: Testimonies and Sermons of Black Women in Ministry, editor  (Westminster John Knox Press, 2005); and The Heart of Black Preaching (Westminster John Knox Press, 1999). Dr. LaRue was in Pittsburgh recently to discuss the state of black preaching and now serves on CUBM's board of advisors. Join John and Karla as they talk about ministry, preaching and how God prepares the preacher. 01:01:00Urban HeroesnoPreaching,Black Preaching,Celebration in Preaching,Sermon Preparation,21st Century MInistryDr. Cleophus LaRue is the Francis Landey Patton Professor of Homiletics at Princeton Theological Seminary in New Jersey. He received his B.A. and M.A. degrees fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/02/show-1-karla-threadgill-byrd--director-and-urban-heroEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/02/show-1-karla-threadgill-byrd--director-and-urban-hero/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cubm/2014/04/02/show-1-karla-threadgill-byrd--director-and-urban-heroWed, 02 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMTShow 1: Karla Threadgill Byrd - Director and Urban HeroThe Center for Urban Biblical Ministry has been educating adults in the Pittsburgh area in partnership with Geneva College since 1988. Since 1998, Karla Byrd has been the CUBM director, guiding the program through rough waters to calm seas. She has also been instrumental in founding the Pittsburgh Urban Heroes Program, and was recognized as an urban hero herself. Today John Stanko, the show's co-host, interviews Karla to talk about life, CUBM, what it takes to be an urban hero and the state of CUBM and adult education in general in the 21st century. 01:00:00Urban HeroesnoThe Center for Urban Biblical MInistry,Karla Byrd,Pittsburgh Urban Heroes,Geneva College,Christian MInistryThe Center for Urban Biblical Ministry has been educating adults in the Pittsburgh area in partnership with Geneva College since 1988. Since 1998, Karla Byrd ha