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A podcast exploring how faith, religion, and spiritual practices inform and shape our personal lives and our community and bring us closer together as humans.
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As a millennial faith leader, Rev. Jen brings particular wisdom and insight into our conversations around justice work and self-care. She finds inspiration from her deep connection with past generations of resilient women and shares her radical hope for the future.
Unpack the simple practice of centering prayer, which transformed Rich's life when he started in 2014. Through sitting in stillness, he's learned how to better connect with his true self. And rest in the pure presence of God without any obstacles. Rich shares what he's learned to support others in creating a sustainable practice.
In 2014, Mary was ordained a Roman Catholic Womenpriest. She founded the Holy Family Inclusive Catholic Community in Springfield, IL for folks who love their Catholic faith, but not the man-made institution. All are welcome, and Mary guides them in new ways to pray to God that are nourishing and life-giving.
At age 30, Hunter LaFave was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer. Hunter healed his body and mind through breathwork, yoga, and meditation. He teaches us what he has learned about holistic wellness, managing his mindset, and other tools he’s used for living more authentically.
Intimately connecting with the natural world can rewire our souls and bodies, teach us about the nature of God, and show a new path to liberation for all. Eileen brings her life experiences as a gay woman, a justice advocate, and an ordained UCC pastor to her new ministry of accompanying others to listen, learn, and heal in the wild.
Being regenerative is putting life at the center of every action and decision. Kelly changed her life by connecting deeply with her body’s innate ability to regenerate. She discovered the more subtle aspects of healing, particularly around food, emotions, and the nervous system. Then she began leaning into new ways to connect and live more harmoniously with the natural world.
After moving to the US from Egypt, Fr. Mina received a call to the priesthood later in life. And now he leads the Coptic Orthodox Christian community in east-central Illinois. Learn more about the Coptic church as Fr. Mina shares some of the rich traditions and inspirational saints.
Developing a deep friendship as an adult is both possible and rewarding. Listen as podcast co-hosts Denise Renee and Mariana share the secrets of their friendship, and how they integrate faith into relationships, work, and everyday life.
With more than 35 years of nursing experience, Gregory has a pretty good sense of what healthcare looks like. But he's engaged in an initiative to move healthcare outside the walls of the system. He shares a passion for working with individuals across the community to identify strategies to live the healthiest life possible.
The Mindful Gratitude author explains how to cultivate a thankfulness mindset. She encourages us to express gratitude every day, not just to ourselves but also to our loved ones. Even when life is not going so great, she stresses how important it is to pause and look for the good things all around us.
To many people, the experience of being listened to is so close to the experience of being loved that most people can't tell the difference. This quote sums up Dan's mission to use listening as a tool for honoring legacy, sharing love, and leading transformational change for individuals, the community, and the church itself.
For this milestone episode, my beloved cousin Nicole offered to turn the tables and interview me. We talked about midlife and feeling stuck, overcoming a negative mindset, what inspired Soul Care, purpose, curiosity, and so many other things.
Critically examining our beliefs or questioning the actions of the church doesn’t mean moving totally away from our faith. Kate is open and vulnerable about how her beliefs have shifted to include affirming love for all people. Although her journey has been challenging and sometimes lonely, she still identifies as a Christian because the story of Jesus never fails to capture her heart and imagination.
For Maryam, Islamic Sufi mysticism provides a way to integrate beliefs from the different faith traditions she's practiced throughout her life. Sufi teachings and practices all her to connect with the God of all things in a holistic and inclusive way.
Contemplative prayer is one method that Feli uses to listen to God's sacred invitations through the labyrinth of her life. It's allowed her to listen better to other people and be more compassionate. She's been led to support women through collaborative community efforts.
What we need right now in both the church and the community are people dedicated to speaking truth to power and willing to take action. Rev. Thomas shares about liberation theology, the challenges of being an activist pastor, and how joy can be an act of resistance.
Pagan spirituality encompasses many gods and goddesses, diverse beliefs, and practices. Prairie Sky ADF Grove and its senior druid Ashley incorporate inclusion and consent so that all feel welcomed.
True hospitality is love in action. The turquoise table in Melissa's yard is a living metaphor for the community and pastoral care work she does. She holds space by witnessing people's experiences, listening to their stories, and inviting both giving and receiving.
Sometimes we change the world by staying and working within, and sometimes we choose to walk away. Lorraine explores the tensions inherent in social justice work and participating in institutions like the church that cause discomfort, alienation, and sometimes pain.
This lady is embracing a perfectly imperfect life balancing parenting, being a wife, and working full-time in a ministry role. She's making it work with God's grace.
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