Building relational bridges through Jesus in contemporary culture.
06/01/2026
Here's New Wine's May 2026 reflection. Hot off the winepress! Enjoy!
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What does it really mean to love like Jesus in today's cultural and political climate?
In this episode, New Wine Director Dr. Paul Louis Metzger interviews Pastor Andrew Thompson about his church's commitment to loving like Jesus amid the growing politicization of the Christian faith in contemporary society. Together, they discuss what it means to embody Christlike love as a proactive response to Christian nationalism in an interview titled, Love Like Jesus: A Proactive Response to Christian Nationalism.
Dr. Metzger also sits down with Dr. David Timms to discuss his recent book, Suffering Well. Their conversation, Suffering Well during Mental Health Awareness Month and Beyond, offers thoughtful insights into navigating suffering, mental health challenges, and faithful resilience.
Listen now and join the conversation. 🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512266/episodes/19258040
05/28/2026
Here is episode seventeen of New Wine, New Wineskins' podcast, Crossing the Cultural Divide. In addition to New Wine Director's reflection building on the import of CS Lewis's "Weight of Glory" for emotional, mental, and relational health, he interviews licensed mental health counselor Marcella Graziano on mental health for mental health awareness month. The various episodes of New Wine's podcast address how to cross various cultural divides in the church and society today. We hope you will find the reflection and discussion meaningful and beneficial.
Episode 17: "Weight Gain and Weightiness: On Mental, Emotional and Relational Health" & "Is Trauma All in the Head?" - Crossing the Cultural Divide In his May reflection titled "Weight Gain and Weightiness: On Mental, Emotional and Relational Health," New Wine Director Paul Louis Metzger speaks on the importance of mental, emotional and relational health in building relational bridges that be...
Want to hear what Marcella Graziano says? Listen at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512266/episodes/19242942
In his May reflection, “Weight Gain and Weightiness: On Mental, Emotional and Relational Health,” Dr. Paul Louis Metzger explores the importance of mental, emotional, and relational health in building bridges that honor people’s dignity instead of contributing to today’s throwaway culture.
He also interviews licensed mental health counselor Marcella Graziano in a powerful conversation on trauma and resilience titled, “Is Trauma All in the Head?”
05/23/2026
This Memorial Day Weekend, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to others and to the freedoms we hold dear.
As we reflect, may we continue to pray for peace, unity, and hearts willing to serve others with compassion and humility.
05/18/2026
What a wonderful evening celebrating 25 years of New Wine, New Wineskins! ✨
But the celebration doesn’t stop here — we’ll be celebrating all year long! We would love for you to join us as we continue the journey together.
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05/18/2026
What an amazing time! Last night was beautiful: we connected and reflected. We were united in diversity, and we spread the good news of Jesus Christ and how we are representing Him in our culture.
Please join us in celebrating 25 years of New Wine, New Wineskins 👏🏼 If you’re new here, this video offers insight into who we are—the organization and the people who make it.
New Wine’s 25th Anniversary Celebrating a quarter of century of New Wine's existence and the Institute for the Theology of Cultural Engagement's continued work.
05/16/2026
Today is the day! This evening, we are celebrating our 25th anniversary 🎉
We look forward to seeing old friends and making new ones 😊
This event would not be possible without everyone who donated their time, efforts, and resources; we also want to thank the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel, where we’re hosting our fundraiser.
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05/14/2026
As part of our upcoming 25th Anniversary Dinner, we have a silent auction. Items include: various wines, business consultations, books, catered dinners, and so much more! 🍷🍽️📚 Thank you, everyone who contributed 😊
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05/12/2026
We are excited to have as our musical guest for our 25th Anniversary fundraiser dinner!
Just as New Wine's work builds relational bridges, Calin Matei's music bridges people by drawing from different musical traditions. Calin, thank you for sharing your multi-instrumentalist talents with us this coming Saturday 🙏