God’s Intent for Our Lives – Joe Molinari

03/31/22 • 44 min

Creatively Christian - Interviews with Faithful Artists

Animation editor Joe Molinari is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Brannon Hollingsworth. Joe recounts how he accidentally got into the animation industry and gives tips for those working in any job as a Believer. Additionally, Joe gives encouragement for anyone facing big decisions, urging all of us to trust in God's intent for our lives and not our own plan. After various odd jobs in Hollywood, Joe found his way to Hyperion Animation where he began his first editing job on comedian Louie Anderson’s Life with Louie. That opportunity began what is now nearly a 30-year career in the industry, which includes work at such studios as Hanna-Barbera, Sony Pictures Animation, Warner Bros, and Cartoon Network. Of those 30 years, however, Joe has spent 25 of them at the Walt Disney Company. For the Mouse House, Joe has edited on such shows as Hercules the Series, House of Mouse, Kim Possible, Sofia the First, and Big Hero 6: The Series (for which he received two Annie nominations and a win for Best Editing). Currently, Joe is working on Disney Junior’s Mickey Mouse Funhouse. Joe resides in Burbank, CA with Julie (now celebrating 30 years of marriage), 7 children, 2 dogs, and a hamster. He also serves as a deacon in the Men’s Ministry at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley. This episode can also be found on YouTube. Show Notes The following resources were mentioned in the show or are useful resources recommended by the guests. Links might be marked as affiliates, meaning we earn a commission if you buy through the link. Nothing to report here! Learn More About Our Guest You can follow this guest on several platforms, including: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joe.molinari.3LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-molinari-2a20b74 Credits This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by are Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

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Personal Disciplines for Artists – Rachelle Kearns

Contemporary modern artist Rachelle Kearns is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Rachel Anna. Through failures and successes when diving into the unknown, Rachelle learned to give space for God to speak through personal disciplines, especially pausing and resting. She also shares her process of capturing God's beauty in art that resonates with people.
Rachelle Kearns was born and raised in Toronto, ON, Canada but now resides in Seattle, WA. She received her Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto with a specialist in Fine Arts and Art History as well as her Diploma in Art from Sheridan College. Kearns is an accomplished artist exhibiting in Canada, the U.S., and Switzerland. Commissioned by companies such as Tiffany & Co., Disney, and P&O Cruises, her work resides in numerous private and public art collections worldwide.
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Show Notes
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The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron - https://amzn.to/3Muk5Lo [Affiliate]Scribbling in the Sand: Christ and Creativity by Michael Card - https://amzn.to/3MvMPTN [Affiliate]Art and Faith: A Theology of Making by Makoto Fulimura - https://amzn.to/3MvqOoj [Affiliate]The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer - https://amzn.to/3CtXBp9 [Affiliate]
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This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by are Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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Using Fiction to Teach God’s Word – Rick E. Norris

Author and musician Rick Norris is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Andrea Sandefur. Rick tells how creativity and faith were entwined almost since the beginning of his life. He talks about his speculative Christian fantasy book series that incorporates music and art into his storytelling process. Also pay attention to how you can earn a free CD from Rick and stay tuned through the end of the episode to enjoy one of his original songs.
Award-winning author Rick E. Norris has taught the Bible to adults and Sunday school to teens for thirty-one years. Since 2011, he has volunteered as an international online missionary for a Christian non-profit where he disciples individuals and answers biblical questions. Angelic Wars: First Rebellion received a second-place award by the 2020 Catholic Press Association. Rick earned a bachelor’s degree from UCLA in 1979 and law degree from Southwestern University School of Law in 1985. He is a songwriter/musician and member of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences as well as the creator and the co-host of the Rambling Business podcast.
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Event website for Festival of Book, April 23rd and 24th: https://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks"The Sympathizer" by Viet Thanh Nguyen- https://amzn.to/3KoZN4gThe Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis - https://amzn.to/3x2H3DV"The Illiad" by Homer - https://amzn.to/37iI3JxParker J Cole - http://www.parkerjcole.comFree Prequel Book, “Into the Mind of Lucifer” - https://www.amazon.com/Into-Mind-Lucifer-Angelic-Wars-ebook/dp/B08JHGGS28
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Rick's website - https://www.ricknorrisbooks.com Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19763828.Rick_E_Norris Rambling Business Podcast - https://ramblingbusiness.com
Credits
This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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