RERELEASE: The Doctrine of Discovery and Exceptionalism with Mark Charles

Transcript for this Episode Welcome to the show! If you are here I am so grateful for you and want to invite you to become a part of the beloved community being developed here. Consider becoming a Patreon supporter of the show. You'll have access to many perks as well as guaranteeing the future of these conversations; even $1/Month goes so far as this show is 100% listener supported. http://www.patreon.com/canisaythisatchurch Guest: Mark Charles Have you ever wondered how we became the country and the church and the way that we are today? What is the true history of our nation. Ask almost any person on the street and they will quote to you Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln or further back Columbus. But that's not the history, at least, not the true history. The Doctrine of Discovery is absolutely fascinating and all-together important to understand; especially through a lens of how it impacts every portion of our lives. Links to the articles referenced: After recording of this episode Mark was able to write a more detailed and further piece on Lincoln... it is well worth all the time it takes.. read slowly: http://wirelesshogan.blogspot.com/2018/02/the-historically-accurate-abraham-lincoln.html —- http://wirelesshogan.blogspot.com/2017/07/where-augustine-goes-off-rails.html http://wirelesshogan.blogspot.com/2018/01/the-abhorrent-lie-of-white-supremacy.html

Mark Charles is a dynamic and thought-provoking public speaker, writer, and consultant. The son of an American woman (of Dutch heritage) and a Navajo man, he speaks with insight into the complexities of American history regarding race, culture, and faith in order to help forge a path of healing and conciliation for the nation. Mark serves as the Washington DC correspondent and regular columnist for Native News Online and is the author of the popular blog "Reflections from the Hogan." He served on the board of the Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) and is a former Board of Trustee member of the Christian Reformed Church of North America (CRCNA). Mark also consults with the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship (CICW), has served as the pastor of the Christian Indian Center in Denver CO and is a founding partner of a national conference for Native students called “Would Jesus Eat Frybread?” (CRU, IVCF and CICW)

Mark is active on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram under the username: wirelesshogan. Please stay tuned for Marks forthcoming book: Truth Be Told this is going to be one you're going to need to get! Special Music for this episode was provided by Sean C Johnson. Sean is a former Air Force Staff Sergeant as a soul singer – no afro blowing in the wind and no “tortured genius” look. He does, however, have his own unique vibe - an unsuspecting and compassionate demeanor that produces a sound that draws you in. Sean offers music that lyrically takes the listener deep into the Word, flowing hypnotically over soul ballads and Hip Hop beats. Tracks include: Home, Up, and Angels from his album Race The Sun released in 2017 (January) Find Seans music on iTunes, Spotify http://www.seancjohnson.com Follow on the Socials! Facebook: SimplyAVessel Twitter: @SeanCJohnson Instagram: SeanCJohnson Youtube: