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Welcome to Speaking of Faith with Bishop DeDe where we’ll connect faith questions and insights with the everyday realities of modern life. Join us on a transformative journey as we explore key theological concepts and their relevance to our daily lives, intentionally working to partner with God in healing the world with love.
Delve into the depths of religious thought in the Episcopal tradition, uncovering diverse perspectives and philosophical insights. Engage in meaningful discussions on topics like ethics, spirituality, and fighting dehumanization. Bishop DeDe and the occasional guest will demystify theological complexities (and yes, even nerd out a bit), empowering you to apply these profound principles in your life. Together, let’s dig into the deep and old mysteries of faith and foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and our world. Tune in for transformative experiences and rollicking discussions with Speaking of Faith with Bishop DeDe!
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Send us a Text Message.SummaryIn this episode, RomComm takes a spin in the host's chair and welcomes Canon Megan to discuss the upcoming 81st General Convention of the Episcopal Church. We explain that the General Convention is both an event and an entity where bishops and deputies come together and to vote on legislation that determines the rules and direction of the church for the next three years. We preview some hot topics that will be addressed at the convention, including canons and con...
Send us a Text Message.CW: Discussion of suicidal thoughts.SummaryIn this episode, we talk with Teddy and Carson, two recently confirmed teens who share their faith journey and experiences with the Episcopal Church in Central New York. They discuss their baptism, confirmation, and the impact of their faith on their lives. The conversation delves into their personal journeys, inner struggles, and the significance of their commitment to their faith.Keywordsfaith journey, baptism, confirmation, ...
Send us a Text Message.SummaryIn this episode, we explore the changing nature of what it means to be church in today's world. We discuss the beauty and opportunities of adapting to new ways of worship as well as the challenges that come with any change. Through it all, we emphasize the importance of being open to the movement of the Holy Spirit and finding joy in community. Keywordschurch, faith, worship, adaptation, Holy Spirit, community, relevance, transformationTakeawaysThe church must be...
Send us a Text Message.SummaryIn this conversation, we enter into the story of Pentecost and explore the importance of meeting people where they are as we proclaim the message of God's faithfulness. What does it mean that the disciples were not trying to "do" anything on the day of Pentecost but were instead caught up in the movement of the Holy Spirit? What is the impact of meeting people where they are and how can we extend an invitation to all come as they are? Our conversation leads us to...
Send us a Text Message.In this special episode of Speaking of Faith with Bishop DeDe, RomComm takes the host's mic and has a conversation with Canon Megan Castellan, Adam Eichelberger (our Program Coordinator and Secretary of Convention), and Lay Leader Karen Anderson about diocesan ministry and how it is lived out in the Diocese of Central New York. The guests discuss the practical aspects of diocesan ministry, the role of the diocese in organizing and supporting local churches, and the impo...
Send us a Text Message.SummaryIn this episode, we speak of our faith by exploring the reality and concept of a calling of faith. We discuss how all of God's people - not just those who take holy orders - have a calling and bust some myths about the idea of a calling. Having a calling is not about "getting it right," but about being in a relationship with God and growing in faith. Calls are ever-evolving, so we talk about how we always need to be tuned in to the Spirit to see where we're...
Send us a Text Message.CW: Mention of suicidal stateSummaryIn this podcast episode, Bishop DeDe is joined by Kevin and Becky, transgender persons in our diocese, to discuss their experiences, especially as it relates to their church lives. Becky, a priest, shares her journey of transitioning and finding acceptance in her current church, while Kevin talks about the struggles he faced in a non-accepting denomination. They also discuss the impact of legislation on the transgender community, incl...
Send us a Text Message.SummaryIn this episode, Bishop DeDe and RomComm discuss the story of Thomas' encounter with the risen Christ in the Gospel of John. They explore the concept of doubt in faith and how doubt can actually deepen our engagement with our faith. They highlight Thomas' absence when the disciples were gathered in fear and his insistence on physical proof of Jesus' resurrection. They emphasize how the desire for certitude can hinder our spiritual growth. They also discuss the tr...
Send us a Text Message.SummaryIn this episode, Bishop DeDe discusses the significance of Maundy Thursday and the humanity of Jesus. She explores Jesus' response to fear and anxiety and reads from John chapter 13, which focuses on the washing of the feet. Bishop DeDe emphasizes the moments of sacrifice and suffering in Jesus' life and the hope of resurrection. She also highlights the relatability of Jesus' fear and anxiety and the importance of community and God's presence in times of loss. Bi...
Send us a Text Message.In this conversation, Bishop DeDe and RomComm discuss the meaning and practices of Lent. They explore the historical and contemporary practices of fasting, prayer, and supplication during Lent and emphasize the importance of living intentionally and facing the fear of imperfection. They also discuss the significance of time and the invitation to live fully and authentically in the time we've been given. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and ...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to Season 2 of Speaking of Faith! In this first quarter of the year, we're focusing on racial healing and we're beginning by focusing locally on our relationships with indigenous peoples. In this first episode, we explore land acknowledgements and how they can do more harm than healing when they happen outside of true relationships. AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then ed...
Send us a Text Message.In our final episode of our first season and of 2023, Bishop DeDe talks about how we can create more sacred space to create room for God during this season of Christmastide.AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
Send us a Text Message.In this final episode of our Baptismal Covenant series, we explore the last bidding in the Baptismal Covenant: "Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?"AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Bishop DeDe shares some practical tips for how to live out and Speak Faith in ways that bring people close together, instead of leaving us further divided, over this holiday season.AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we revisit the grounding of our Baptismal Covenant - the Being with whom we're covenanting - by reminding ourselves that in our relationship with the Creator of All, we witness the love, beauty, and majesty of the creator in all God's people being their full selves. During this Trans Awareness Week and ahead of Trans Day of Remembrance on November 20, we root our discussion in honoring the beauty of our trans siblings living as their full selves, disarm...
Send us a Text Message.As we continue our series exploring the Baptismal Covenant, we continue building on the "so what" biddings with the next up: "Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?" AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
Send us a Text Message.So far in our series exploring the Baptismal Covenant, we've dug in to who it is we're covenanting with: God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. This week, we get into the first of the "so what" biddings: "Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers?"AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Comm...
Send us a Text Message.As we continue our series on the Baptismal Covenant, this week we explore the next bidding: "Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?" AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
Send us a Text Message.As we continue our series on the baptismal covenant, we present this first of two episodes responding to the second bidding in the covenant: "Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?"AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
Send us a Text Message.In this first episode of our series on the baptismal covenant, we explore what "covenant" means and the first bidding from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer, "Do you believe in God the Father?" AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, many of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.
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