Our Latest Program: Sunday May 25, 2025
Welcome One Another - Episode #4183
Join us for Day1 Episode 4183 featuring Rev. Dr. Cynthia Campbell, distinguished theologian and former president of McCormick Theological Seminary. Her sermon, “Welcome One Another,” based on Acts 16:9-15, explores the transformative power of hospitality through the story of Lydia—the first documented Christian convert in Europe. In this powerful message for the 6th Sunday of Easter, Dr. Campbell reflects on spiritual seeking, shared grace, and God’s radical welcome. Tune in for a timely word of hope, belonging, and courageous community.
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Being A Witness When Rome Won’t Do - Episode #4184
Join us for Episode 4184 with Rev. Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr. of Covenant United Church of Christ as he delivers “Being A Witness When Rome Won’t Do” (Acts 16:16–34). In this 7th Sunday of Easter reflection, Dr. Smith explores how faith resists empires, transforms jail cells into places of praise, and calls believers to stay alert to the movement of the Gospel. Discover again how prayer equips us to proclaim Christ beyond comfort zones and why the Gospel always challenges the status quo.
Day1 Articles
How One Quiet Voice Shaped the PC(USA)’s Brief Statement of Faith
Rev. Dr. Cynthia Campbell joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4183 of Day1 to explore the legacy of the Brief Statement of Faith. Drawing from PC(USA) history, Indigenous witness, and Spirit-led courage, they invite us to reflect on the voices we hear—and those we’ve silenced. How can we make space for stories still speaking? Read and reflect on the power of shared faith and memory.
Everyone Belongs: The Radical Welcome of the Eucharist
Sara Miles joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4182 of Day1 to explore the power of shared meals as sacred acts of welcome. Drawing from the Eucharist and teachings of Isaac of Nineveh, she invites us to examine exclusion in the church. Who are we called to invite to God’s table? Read and reflect on the radical hospitality at the heart of Christian community.
The Sacrament of Doubt
Rev. Peter Wallace joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4181 of Day1 to explore the sacrament of doubt. Drawing from Revelation 7 and the realities of spiritual uncertainty, they invite us to embrace honest questions as a sacred part of our faith. How can we find God in our doubts? Read and reflect on faith that grows through struggle.
Loving Our Enemies Isn’t Easy—But It's God’s Way
Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4180 of Day1 to explore the challenge of loving our enemies. Drawing from Acts 9:1-20, they reflect on God's call to recognize the humanity in others—even those we oppose. How can we see our enemies through the eyes of grace? Read and reflect on God’s invitation to radical love and inner transformation.
How Megachurches Reflect the World Around Us
Rev. Dr. Hyemin Na joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4179 of Day1 to reflect on how megachurches mirror our broader cultural moment. Drawing from her research and upcoming book, she explores what church structure reveals about our values—and what faithful resistance looks like. How can we lead communities that abide in purpose, instead of productivity?
This Easter: Preach the Gospel, Not the Headlines
Rev. Mark Ramsey joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4178 of Day1 to explore what it means to preach hope in uncertain times. Reflecting on the Easter message, pastoral courage, and the power of proclaiming truth, he reminds us that gospel proclamation isn’t optional. How can we preach with faith when the world feels unsteady?
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Day1 Video Feature
Peter Wallace Presents the Day1 Ministry and a Brief History of The Protestant Hour
Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in Atlanta, home base of the Day1 ministry, invited producer and host Peter Wallace to share about the ministry. He also provides a brief history of great preaching on the Protestant Hour and Day1 with audio clips.
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Event with the Most Rev. Michael Curry
On March 21, 2023, at a Day1 Dinner Event in Atlanta, Episcopal Presiding Bishop Michael Curry offered an inspiring message of faith in today's world. Also participating in the evening's program were the Rev. Peter Wallace (host and producer of Day1), the Very Rev. Sam Candler (Dean of the Cathedral of St. Philip), the Rt. Rev. Robert C. Wright (Bishop of the Diocese of Atlanta), emcees Chris Chandler and Jared Yamamoto (of Day1's flagship station WSB 95.5), and others.
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Zoom Webinar Celebrating the Life and Legacy of C. T. Vivian
Day1 presents a challenging and timely conversation on the life and legacy of the late Civil Rights leader and powerful preacher, Dr. C. T. Vivian. CNN's Don Lemon moderates a panel with Dr. Bernice King, Ambassador Andrew Young, son Al Vivan, and Steve Fiffer.
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Zoom Salon with Susan Sparks
Day1 host Peter Wallace has a fun and inspirational conversation with the Rev. Susan Sparks, stand-up comedian, Baptist pastor, and author of several books including her latest, "Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake"...
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Salon: Next Gen Preachers Roundtable
Six up-and-coming preachers and church leaders gather to share their authentic and inspiring thoughts about where we are now and where we're heading as the church in this new day. Watch our Day1 Zoom Salon here!
Day1 Video Feature
Day1 Book Launch Party Video
Day1 presents a video Book Launch Party for the new book, "Bread Enough for All: A Day1 Guide to Life," published by Church Publishing, Inc. Join Day1 host Peter Wallace and seven outstanding preachers/church leaders who share their sermon excerpts from the book and engage in conversation and Q&A: Joanna M. Adams, Anna Carter Florence, William Flippin Jr., Juan Carlos Huertas, Micah Jackson, Charley Reeb, and Ozzie Smith Jr.
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Day1 Audio Feature
Bonus Day1 Sermon! The Rev. Jane Mitchell Weston: "What Will We Plant Together?" (Mark 4:26-34)
In a special sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost, the Rev. Jane Mitchell Weston says the two parables in Mark 4 give us imagery of the kingdom of God starting as something tiny, almost imperceptible, and growing in mysterious and magnificent ways. Yet the growth in the parable is God’s doing, not ours--which can liberate us from the feeling that we have to do it all, that we’re in charge of the success of the Kingdom of God.
Day1 Audio Feature
Day1 Worship On the Way Podcast - Pilot
Day1 is pleased to present a pilot for a potential new weekly podcast: Worship On the Way. Experience a half hour worship experience with hymns, songs, and prayers, along with a powerful sermon by an outstanding Day1 preacher.
Day1 Audio Feature
The Alban Conversation: Preaching Easter Online - Audio Version
Here's the audio version of The Alban Conversation with Nathan Kirkpatrick, Day1's Peter Wallace, and Duke's Christine Parton Burkett on preaching Easter online--and anytime.
Day1 Audio Feature
The Rev. John Vannorsdall: "Come and Have Breakfast" - A Protestant Hour Easter Message
The Rev. John Vannorsdall, Lutheran pastor and chaplain at Yale University and Gettysburg Seminary, was the Protestant Hour's regular Lutheran preacher from 1976 until 1990. He passed away earlier this week. We remember him and his astounding impact on the church with a presentation of his Easter sermon originally airing April 6, 1980. May he rest in peace.
Day1 Audio Feature
Special Day1 Podcast with Peter Wallace - Love in the Time of Coronavirus
Get a sneak preview of a special Day1 program that will air on the radio on June 14, with the Rev. Peter Wallace offering a sermon entitled, "Love in the Time of Coronavirus." And gain ideas for how to share God's love in difficult times.
Day1 Audio Feature
Gordon Stewart: Two Universities: Paris and Liberty
In this audio feature, the Rev. Gordon Stewart compares Thomas Aquinas' experience at Paris University with today's Liberty University.