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Episode 84.
This week is the Jewish holiday of Chanukah which celebrates light in the dark days of winter. It is a time of contrasts and turning. Our candles add light in the darkness as we appreciate the slow turning towards longer days. In that spirit, this conversation explores another kind of opposites and turning – immersing in the mikveh as a way for a Jew to mark a transition.Haviva Ner-David, an American Jew who has lived in Israel more than half her life. She is the founding rabbi of Shmaya: A Mikveh for Mind, Body, and Soul. Located in northern Israel, it is the only mikveh in Israel that allows people to immerse as they choose. Haviva talks about the biblical sources of the mikveh, her long standing passion for this ritual, and the many uses of the mikveh, reaching far beyond the monthly practice for Orthodox women after their menstrual periods. Each reason for immersing in the living waters of the mikveh marks a transition or celebrates a milestone in life.
Bio:
Rabbi Dr. Haviva Ner-David is a rabbi, author, spiritual companion, and activist. She is the founding rabbi of Shmaya: A Mikveh for Mind, Body, and Soul, the only mikveh in Israel open to all humans to immerse as they choose. Her books include three memoirs, two novels, and a children’s book. As a spiritual companion, she works with people of all faiths. Haviva was ordained privately by an Orthodox rabbi and institutionally by the One Spirit Interfaith-Interspiritual Seminary. Haviva lives with FSHD, a form of muscular dystrophy, which has been her greatest life challenge and teacher. She and her life partner, Jacob, have seven children. Her activism takes various forms, including building Arab-Jewish partnership in the Galilee, where she lives.Highlights:
· Biblical sources for Mikvah
· Shmaya, a unique Mikvah in Israel
· Immersion as spiritual practice and ritual process
· Practical elements of the immersion process
· Intentionality and Kavannah
References:
Rising Tide Open Waters Mikveh Network – https://www.mayyimhayyim.org/risingtide/Social Media links for Haviva:
Website – https://rabbihaviva.com/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/haviva.nerdavid.1
Blog on the Times of Israel – https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/author/haviva-ner-david/Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript on Buzzsprout
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 83.
Is someone in your family an immigrant? Or are you yourself an immigrant? Are you visibly a member of a race or religion? And how do these markers of identity affect your work life and general sense of belonging?In this conversation we explore the complexities of her life experience – being part of an extended family of mixed cultures and religions, being visibly Muslim at work, the 9/11 terrorist attack, and a bit about Christmas, perfect in the run up to that holiday.
Bio:
Fatima Pashaei, an American-born Muslim woman, has worked for the Federal government for the last 25 years. She is currently President of Mosaic - Muslim Federal Employee Association, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, which supports Muslims serving in the executive branch of government. Fatima is passionate about creating inclusive workplaces for people of all faith backgrounds. Fatima grew up in Washington, DC. with her six siblings, the daughter of an Iranian immigrant father and American mother, who instilled in her the value of service to others. Fatima lives in Northern Virginia with her husband, two sons, hairless cat, and rescue dog.
Highlights:
· Shia, a minority Islamic sect globally, but the majority in Iran.· Mother's conversion to Islam and integration of mixed cultural practices.
· Focus on broad Muslim identity rather than sectarian differences.
· Witnessed 9/11 attacks; felt impact on the Pentagon.
· Uncomfortable incidents with derogatory comments about Middle Eastern and Iraqi backgrounds.
· The challenge of being a woman in a male-dominated workforce and a Muslim in a non-Muslim area.
· Positive work experiences and cultural understanding moments.
· Christmas celebration – family time and cookies
· Jesus (Isa in Arabic) as prophet in Islam who performs miracles.
Social Media links for Fatima:
LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/fatima-pashaei
Instagram – @fatipash
Mosaic (Muslim Federal Employee Association) – www.mosaicfeds.org
Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript on Buzzsprout
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 82.
'Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name'. These opening words of the Lord’s Prayer from the Christian tradition, provide a salve for Will Berry when times are hard, and he doesn’t have words. As a paramedic for 14 years, these moments are not infrequent.Today’s episode is the second half of our conversation, where we talk about God, prayer, and the power of using ancient words.
Highlights:
00:00 God's vastness complements intimate personal presence.04:56 The profound impact of the Church community and teachings.
08:53 Pragmatic preaching that blends scripture and life.
10:02 Ancient traditions need modern practical relevance.
15:34 Kneeling in prayer brings powerful surrender.
18:02 Reflecting on humanity prevents emotional detachment.
21:01 Bring heavenly beauty and power to earth.
Bio:
Will Berry has been in EMS for 14 years. He currently works as a flight paramedic in North Carolina, but has spent the majority of his career as a paramedic on an ambulance responding to 911 calls in a busy city. He has been a Christian since a young age and is heavily influenced by his faith and spiritual journey. He is married and is the father to two young girls. In addition to working in EMS he has been a whitewater rafting guide, ski patroller, and wilderness guide in the rocky mountains.
Social Media links for Will:
Instagram – @emscast
EMSCast podcast (co-hosted with Ross Orpet)
Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript on Buzzsprout
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 81.
When you are swamped by tragedy and darkness, when all you are seeing is broken and the worst that society has to offer, what does your faith offer you? For Will Berry, a paramedic for 14 years, his Christian faith provides a loving God, and the presence of light in the situation, perhaps his own God-given skills and ability are the light in the darkness.
This is the first half of my conversation with Will. The second half will be released in two weeks.
Highlights:
· Will Berry's religious background – core beliefs and changing denominations· The tension between the theoretical understanding of faith and real-world challenges.
· God is all-powerful; faith bridges the mysterious gaps.
· Being compassionate and attentive in emergencies.
· Handling chaotic situations involving crime, addiction, and mental health.
· The role of faith in providing light in dark situations – being an instrument of light and hope
Bio:
Will Berry has been in EMS for 14 years. He currently works as a flight paramedic in North Carolina, but has spent the majority of his career as a paramedic on an ambulance responding to 911 calls in a busy city. He has been a Christian since a young age and is heavily influenced by his faith and spiritual journey. He is married and is the father to two young girls. In addition to working in EMS he has been a whitewater rafting guide, ski patroller, and wilderness guide in the rocky mountains.
Social Media links for Will:
Instagram – @emscast
EMSCast podcast (co-hosted with Ross Orpet)
Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript in Buzzsprout
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 80. [Bonus.]
Wedding ceremonies are universal and central to many religious and cultural groups. But they vary widely. In this conversation with four guests from different religious traditions – Judaism, Mormonism, Islam and the Baha'i faith – we explore the role of the officiant, who that is, the role of the Divine, contracts and other things. This conversation grew out of the Elevate Podcasting summit hosted by BYU Broadcasting. Steve Perry, host of their In Good Faith podcast, has joined me in co-hosting this discussion.
Highlights:
· Is a religious leader required?· Role of the Divine in wedding ceremonies
· Marriage contracts
· Cultural and religious
· Till death do us part or for eternity
References:
Islamic marriage contract – Khutbah Nikah
Jewish marriage contract – Ketubah
Jewish Ketubah examples – Ketubah.com
Sharon Brous – The Amen Effect
Social Media links for guests:
Steve Perry, co-host – In Good Faith podcast
Uzma Jafri – Mommying While Muslim podcast
Uzma Jafri, Instagram – @mommyingwhilemuslimpodcast
Uzma Jafri – Mommying While Muslim website
Nava Kavelin – Podcrushed podcast
Lex Rofeberg – Judaism Unbound podcast
Carl Youngblood – Mormon Transhumanist Association website
Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/16061562-tying-the-knot-in-faith-bonus
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Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 79.
In this conversation, Cassidy and I talk about her evolving, contemplative spiritual expression and identity as a queer Christian. We also touch on her view of scripture and incorporating various theologies and poetry as she finds comfort in paradoxes. Thanks go to the Elevate Podcasting Summit recently hosted by BYU Radio, where we met and recorded this conversation.
Highlights:
· Cassidy Hall's Spiritual Journey and queer Christian spirituality.· Exploration of Faith: Embracing spiritual paradox; seeking expansive belonging.
· Influence of mystics and desert elders
· Contemplative spirituality: Silence holds paradox, presence, absence.
· Engagement with Queerness in Christianity
· Cassidy's evolving faith practice
· Acceptance of uncertainty and communal prayer river.
References:
Audrey Lorde – Uses of the Erotic (essay)
Bio:
Rev. Cassidy Hall (she/her), MA, MDiv, MTS, is an author, award-winning filmmaker, podcaster, ordained in the United Church of Christ, and author of Queering Contemplation: Finding Queerness in the Roots and Future of Contemplative Spirituality. She is the cohost of the Encountering Silence podcast and the creator of the Contemplating Now and Queering Contemplation podcasts. Her films include In Pursuit of Silence and Day of a Stranger. Cassidy is widely published and currently resides in Indianapolis, where she is studying for her doctorate degree. You can learn more about her at cassidyhall.comSocial Media links for Cassidy:
Website – www.cassidyhall.com
Book – Queering Contemplation
Instagram – instagram.com/casshall
Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/16023262-queering-contemplation-and-finding-a-home-in-christianity-cassidy-hall
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Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 78.
Father Aaron Solberg joined me to talk about his personal experience converting from the Orthodox Judaism of his childhood and his current practice of Christianity in a remote Canadian village. These are experiences few of us have, so it's wonderful to hear his stories. Although Aaron is a priest, he is not speaking here as a representative of his Anglican church.
Highlights:
· Jewish practice seen as "legalistic," leading to feelings of obligation and guilt.· Importance of structure and discipline.
· Appreciation for communal aspects of both Jewish and Christian services.
· Shift from fear-based obedience to love-driven practices in Christianity.
· Human struggle with discipline and imperfection.
Bio:
Father Aaron Solberg is an Anglican priest, composer, husband, and father living in the Canadian North. A convert from Judaism, he originally worked as a conductor and cellist in Germany before feeling a calling to ministry. After studying theology, he served in Baker Lake, Nunavut, (in the Canadian Arctic) and now leads St. John's Anglican Church in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories. He is the father of two young boys and writes about family life and faith, fostering a deeper understanding of spirituality within his community. In his free time, he focuses on writing and composing new music for various ensembles.
Social Media links for Aaron:
Website – www.thesolbergs.family
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theanglicanfamily/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/theanglicanfamily
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@theanglicanfamily
Social Media links for Méli:
Website – Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15900688-discipline-as-a-necessary-struggle-aaron-solberg
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 77.
This is the second of a two-part series with my guest is Aviva Stein. In part one, we talked about her Jewish practice at UMass Amherst, where she is now a senior. Part two covers her engagement on campus in support of Israel and the dynamic on campus last year around the Israel/Palestine issue. She describes several conversations where she gained new perspectives and understanding.
These kinds of conversations have been difficult both on and off campus, especially this past year. That said, I for one remain committed to interreligious dialogue, and learning from each other. So, if you or someone you know is a Muslim student who might be willing share their experience, please get in touch. You can reach me through my website – www.talkingwithgodproject.org.
Bio:
Aviva graduated from Gann Academy, the Jewish day school in Waltham MA, in 2021, and is now a senior at UMass Amherst, majoring in Food Science. At UMass, Aviva is involved in both the Food Science Department and in Hillel, the campus organization supporting Jewish students.Aviva serves on various executive boards and committees related to both Food Science and Jewish life, and has earned numerous awards for her work. Most recently she received the 2023-2024 StandWithUs Movement Builder Award for Creativity and Impact, an award based on her deep understanding of the campus climate.
Highlights:
· Aviva's campus involvement and the Israel-Palestine issue· Finding common ground and the importance of active listening.
· Increasing understanding and the ability to connect amid disagreements
· Understanding pro-Palestinian students' pain and perspective
· Disruptions and activities led by Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP)
Social Media links for Aviva:
UMass Hillel website – https://www.umasshillel.org
StandWithUs website – https://www.standwithus.com
StandWithUs Instagram @StandWithUs and @StandWithUs_Campus
Newman Catholic Center on UMass Amherst - https://www.newmanumass.org
Office of Religious and Spiritual Life – https://www.umass.edu/orsl/
Students for Justice in Palestine – https://www.nationalsjp.org
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project website
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15815911-on-campus-protest-or-conversation-aviva-stein
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 76.
In part one, we talk about her Jewish practice at UMass Amherst, where she is now a senior. Part two will cover her engagement on campus in support of Israel and the need for bridge building. Given the tensions on many campuses last year around the Israel/Palestine situation, talking to some college students is timely. I am eager to also speak with a Muslim student who can share their experience, so if you or someone you know is interested, please get in touch. You can reach me through my website – www.talkingwithgodproject.org.
Bio:
Aviva graduated from Gann Academy, the Jewish day school in Waltham MA, in 2021, and is now a senior at UMass Amherst, majoring in Food Science. At UMass, Aviva is involved in both the Food Science Department and in Hillel, the campus organization supporting Jewish students.Aviva serves on various executive boards and committees related to both Food Science and Jewish life, and has earned numerous awards for her work. Most recently she received the 2023-2024 StandWithUs Movement Builder Award for Creativity and Impact, an award based on her deep understanding of the campus climate.
Highlights:
00:00 Modern Orthodox students need place to observe Shabbat.05:53 Balancing Shabbat observance with secular relationships.
08:52 Disconnecting from phones fosters real-life community interactions.
10:25 Hillel supports Jewish college students' diverse needs.
14:28 Gender roles provide clear, valued community participation.
20:15 Finding other ways to feel valued, contributing
22:29 Valuing everyone fosters belonging across all identities.
Social Media links for Aviva:
UMass Hillel website – https://www.umasshillel.org
StandWithUs website – https://www.standwithus.com
UMass Food Science website – https://www.umass.edu/food-science/
StandWithUs Instagram @StandWithUs and @StandWithUs_Campus
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project website
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15736756-a-jewish-feminist-finds-modern-orthodoxy-at-college-aviva-stein
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 75.
In celebration of my 75th podcast episode, I am highlighting three different ways that people live their ancient religion today. I talk about keeping Kosher (Jewish dietary laws), Sue Howard shares her evangelical Christian tenet of the Nine Fruits of the Holy Spirit, and Katrina Kincade explains her conversion or reversion to Islam and starting to wear a hijab (Muslim veil) at work.
Highlights:
· Daily practice makes abstract concepts real.· We live into our religion over time. It evolves as we learn and change.
· Meli – Kashrut (Jewish dietary laws) infuses daily life with holiness.
· Sue – Nine Fruits of the Holy Spirit gifts.
· Sue – Pursuing spiritual life leads to bring peace and joy, blessing and love.
· Katrina – Finding balance and peace in Islam during tumultuous times.
· Katrina – Starting to wear a hijab at work.
References:
Nine Fruits of the Holy Spirit [Galatians 5:22-23] – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” NIVMussar, a Jewish practice – https://mussarinstitute.org
Sue Howard's podcast episode 'A Gift from God for a Christian'
Katrina Kincade's podcast episode 'A New Public Muslim Face'
Social Media links for Sue:
LinkedIn – Sue Howard
Holistic Leadership website
Grove Books, collection on spirituality
The Vineyard Church
Social Media links for Katrina:
LinkedIn – Katrina Kincade
Instagram – @katrinakincade
Twitter – @katrinaknews
TikTok – @katrinatheereporter
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project website
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15619902-are-ancient-religions-relevant-today-meli-solomon-sue-howard-and-katrina-kincade
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 74.
Rabbi David Levin-Kruss is a Jerusalem-based life coach, educator, and community organizer. David sees himself as a bridge between Jewish wisdom and those who want to utilize this wisdom to live more meaningful lives. In this conversation, we talk about his coaching practice often using a text to explore issues in the client’s life.
David has held educational and leadership positions at the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies, Melitz Centers for Jewish Zionist Education and at Stanmore Synagogue in north-west London.
Highlights:
· Basics of coaching: forward-looking, strength-based, and problem-solving approach· Coaching as a mechanism and the client already having the answers within them
· Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ view on coaching and contemporary problems
· Technique of reframing negative texts or songs into positive messages
· Emphasis on peace over absolute truth or justice in a Jewish law court
· Differences between education and coaching, emphasizing the role of the teacher in drawing out understanding within the student
· Value of interreligious dialogue and listening to people teach their own faith's texts
Social Media links for David:
Email – [email protected]
Article about David’s methodology – https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-tinkertoy-kid-2/
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15548253-texts-meet-a-jewish-coaching-methodology-david-levin-kruss
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Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 73.
Prianka Alam has retained the dedication to helping her family and Muslim community in Maryland that she learned as a young immigrant child. The financial uncertainty growing up has prompted a craving for stability and security as an adult, in short a boring life. These desires drove Prianka to focus on her education, career path and a husband who would be Muslim and a good partner for future children. She has found all of that and more, though it brings the expected stress and demand to wear many hats – DEI professional, wife, mother, daughter, student of Islam and volunteer as a board member of Penny Appeal USA. COVID increased the need to juggle competing demands, while Ramadan offers her ease, more open time for studying the Qur’an, and guiding her children.Highlights:
· It is difficult to be a Muslim in the US, but she’s grateful for the struggle.· Government policies and social attitudes affect how she lives as a Muslim. The family’s safety is always considered.
· She’s rarely seen colleagues who are also Muslim, a woman of color, or South Asian.
· Islam inspires her to work with purpose and help those in need.
· Ramadan is an opportunity to study the Qur’an and celebrate with her family and community.
References:
Yaqeen Institute – https://yaqeeninstitute.org/what-islam-says-aboutSocial Media links for Prianka:
Penny Appeal USA – https://pennyappealusa.org/
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15468085-a-muslim-woman-in-corporate-america-prianka-alam-rerelease
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 72.
After two-and-a-half years of consistent podcast production, I am taking a short break. To ensure you have something to listen to, I am re-releasing episodes. You are also welcome to look through the back catalogue and listen to other episodes you might have missed. Thanks as always for your interest and support.Today’s re-release is episode 53, featuring Abdur-Rahman Syed. Abdur-Rahman, a Muslim raised in Karachi Pakistan, he currently lives in three countries, carrying the richness of his interreligious extended family and early experience of adjusting to various cultural environments. Fortified by these formative years and his years in marketing, Abdur-Rahman is creating a book called Prophetic Persuasion. Using words of four prophets from the Abrahamic faiths, he stresses the value of common messages through which people can influence others and establish a moral compass. In conversation, we explore the challenges of bringing such sources into the workplace and how to balance uniqueness of vision and need to find common ground among other things.
A note from my guest, Abdur-Rahman: “Meli and I approached our conversation with caution given the backdrop of the escalating Israel-Palestine war. I fear I was too cautious in distancing myself from the conflict. While some things are complex, others are simple. We must continue to seek dialogue while also speaking for justice and for peace.”
Highlights:· Prophetic Persuasion elements derived from biblical and Quranic prophets: Moses, Jesus, Joseph, and Mohammed
· Framework: listen, give, connect, imagine, invite, love.
· Enriching lives and providing a moral compass in the business world
· Challenges of discussing faith in the workplace
· Business application of the ‘Listen before you speak’ principle.
· Risk of selectively interpreting scriptures and traditions
· Different interpretations based on proximity to the source
Social Media links for Abdur-Rahman Syed:
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdurrahmansyed
Website – www.propheticpersuasion.org
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15398179-islamic-prophetic-persuasion-abdur-rahman-syed-summer-rerelease
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Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 71.
Kyle is a Master of Theological Studies student at The Gloria L. and Charles I. Clough School of Theology and Ministry of Boston College. He also works at the Betty Ann Greenbaum Miller Center for Interreligious Learning and Leadership at Hebrew College. Originally from Texas, Kyle has long been involved with interfaith engagement. He has also worked as a freelance journalist, in college campus ministry, and in higher education.In this conversation we talk about the joys and challenges of his interfaith work, which began in high school, as well as his experience in Israel while on a Fulbright scholarship. Kyle’s dedication and passion for his Catholic faith and engaging with people of other faiths comes through loud and clear. Interestingly, he has been compelled to do interfaith work despite the Catholic Church's exclusivist view, whereby they see themselves has holding the one true faith.
Highlights:
· Studies, interfaith work, faith, and Israel.· Fulbright program in Israel supported conflict resolution degree.
· Changed worldview after studying in Israel.
· Vatican's theological papers and his beliefs as a Roman Catholic
· Navigating challenges, embracing moments, fostering understanding.
· Political diversity is important for interreligious work.
References:
· Vatican Encyclical Nostra aetate, Pope Paul VI (1965)· “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6 New International Version (NIV)
Social Media links for Kyle:
Religion News Service – Kyle Desrosiers
LinkedIn – Kyle Desrosiers
Interfaith America – Pride in Jerusalem: In Celebration of LGBTQ People of Faith
Interfaith America – Building Community in Quarantine
Stained Glass Travel – Hospitality Transcending Language and Faith
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project
LinkedIn – Meli Solomon
Facebook – Meli Solomon
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 70.
Najiba is the Muslim chaplain at Tufts University and a life coach. She holds a B.A. in Peace and Justice Studies from Wellesley College and a Masters in Social Work from Boston College. Her passion is to facilitate pathways for people to discover and develop their whole selves - spiritually, psychologically, emotionally, intuitively and more. She believes that we each have our own unique path to forge when it comes to our journey to know ourselves and ultimately to know God. In this episode, we explore the Enneagram system and the connection Najiba sees between the ancient system and Islam.
Highlights:
03:36 Balancing religious beliefs and traditions, seeking guidance.
06:51 Enneagram examines human behavior through 9 patterns.
11:35 Enneagram deepened self-awareness and challenged spiritual persona.
18:41 Authenticity and diversity in behavior and communication.
34:15 Enneagram types have vices and virtues.
37:37 Act with a pure intention, strive toward it.
39:05 Balancing personal intentions and serving others and God.References:
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator - https://www.themyersbriggs.com/MBTI
The Mussar Institute - https://mussarinstitute.org
Social Media links for Najiba:
Muslim Enneagram podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/muslim-enneagram/id1594718032
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1851013/episodes/15241160-the-enneagram-and-islam-najiba-akbar
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Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 69.
Terrlyn was already my guest on the first episode of the year, number 58, and has returned for this Bonus episode. As such, we will focus on a topic rather than her personal faith path. In this case, we will talk more deeply about her work on dismantling racism, how that relates to DEIB – diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging – as well as the relationship between social justice action and awareness of difference. If you have not already listened to her earlier episode, I encourage you to do so, though today’s discussion stands on its own. A link to that earlier episode is in the show notes. To learn more about Terrlyn’s work and her two books, Dismantling Racism: Healing Separation from the Inside Out and Sacred Intelligence: The Essence of Sacred, Selfish & Shared Relationships, check out her social media links, which are listed below.
Highlights:
· DEIB and her focus on racism.
· Intersectionality and acknowledging uniqueness.
· Race (and religion) as proxies for bridging differences.
· Systems of oppression and regional differences.
· Using gender-inclusive language in worship.
· Questioning the assumptions of privilege and the importance of languaging.
· Being a follower of the radical Jesus and advocacy for the marginalized.
References:
Dismantling Racism – Rev. Dr. Terrlyn Curry Avery (ep. 58)
Peggy McIntosh, “Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack”
Social Media links for Terrlyn:
Sacred Intelligence – www.sacredintelligence.com
Dismantle Racism Movement – www.dismantleracismmovement.com
TEDx Speaker: Wounded by Religion
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/terrlyncurryavery
Instagram – revdrtlc
Twitter – RevDrTLC
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-terrlyn-l-curry-avery/
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/15161177
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 68.
Jeanne is an award-winning and bestselling author and essayist. Her most recent novel, Daughter of a Promise, was published recently. The third novel of a trilogy, it follows Eden, published in 2017 and The Nine, published in 2019. While not originally planned as a trilogy, the three novels weave stories of family privilege or struggle, love, desire, and social expectations especially of women. In today’s episode, Jeanne talks about the key issues in Daughter of a Promise a coming-of-age story set in contemporary America, and how it echoes the biblical story of David and Bathsheba. Jeanne also shares her personal faith path of conversion to Reform Judaism and how her engagement with Judaism informs her writing.In addition to her writing, Jeanne helps lead the Boston Book Festival and GrubStreet, one of the country’s preeminent creative writing centers.
Highlights:
· Jeanne's personal faith path and conversion to Reform Judaism.· Themes in "Daughter of a Promise", a coming-of-age story.
· Accidental development of the trilogy and connections between the three books.
· How "Daughter of a Promise" echoes the biblical story of David and Bathsheba.
· Societal progress and change.
Social Media links for Jeanne:
Website – www.jeanneblasberg.com
Substack – https://jeanneblasberg.substack.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/jeanneblasbergauthor/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jeanneblasbergauthor/
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/15120491
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 67.
Luis Ferreiro is the CEO of the Spanish family museum exhibition company Musealia, which creates and manages traveling exhibits that educate and inspire us about major world events. The exhibit currently in Boston Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away, which he produced in conjunction with the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum addresses this historical site and environs through more than 700 objects. In this upcoming podcast episode, Luis talks about the inspiration for and core message of the Auschwitz exhibit. He also talks about another exhibit, currently showing in Madrid, The Berlin Wall: A World Divided. Interwoven through these topics is the role his Catholic upbringing plays in his life and exhibition work.
Highlights:
· Influence of Luis’s Catholic upbringing· Development of exhibition Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away
· Influence of Viktor Frankl's book "Man’s Search of Meaning" after the loss of Luis's brother
· Inspiration for The Berlin Wall: A World Divided exhibition
· Church of Reconciliation and Bernauer Strasse
· Redemption and its connection to Christian and Jewish perspectives
· Significance of religious traditions and international museum work
References:Viktor Frankl – Man’s Search for Meaning
Church of Reconciliation, former East Berlin, Germany (GDR).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8ZMppvkqoI
https://www.visitberlin.de/en/chapel-reconciliationBrendan Killian’s Living Our Beliefs episode God, Sobriety + Art
Social Media links for guest:
Musealia website – https://www.musealia.net
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/15037534
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 66.
Lindsay shares her experiences as an Orthodox Jewish woman, discussing her deep engagement with Orthodox Judaism, the challenges and frustrations she faces within her community, and her efforts in advocating for women's inclusion and agency in religious practices. This is a fitting conversation during the Jewish holiday of Passover, with its themes of journeys, change, and relationship with God. Also, one of the key elements of the Passover Seder just held around the world, is asking questions. Lindsey, in her ongoing Jewish study, teaching, and earlier doctoral work, is dedicated to asking questions and seeking the answers from within her British Orthodox perspective. Her lifelong passion for studying the Jewish sacred texts, as well as decades spent on increasing Orthodox women’s engagement with that material testify to the richness of these texts, and the value of using your knowledge to effect change, however long it takes.
Highlights:
· Lindsay's diverse roles and influences
· Women's agency in Orthodox Jewish communities
· Fulfillment and commitment to faith through Torah study
· Teaching and leading study groups
· Evolution of Social Norms and Halakhic Decisions
· Engagement with Orthodox learning, feminism, and at the London School of Jewish Studies
· Struggles and frustrations faced by women in the Orthodox community
Social Media links for Lindsay:
London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE), Religion & Global Society Unit (RGS) – https://www.lse.ac.uk/rgsLondon School of Jewish Studies (LSJS) – https://www.lsjs.ac.uk/
Abraham Initiatives, UK – https://abrahaminitiatives.org/taiuk/
Council of Christians & Jews – https://ccj.org.uk/about-us
Midreshet Lindenbaum (Seminary) – https://www.midreshet-lindenbaum.org.il/
Nisa-Nashim – https://www.nisanashim.com/
Nishmat (Seminary) – https://nishmat.net/
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/14953056
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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Episode 65.
This is the second part of my conversation with Audrey Reich. In this second part, Audrey talks about how she incorporates her Jewish teachings and values into her art classes, creating a diverse and open environment for her students. Whether teaching in a Jewish school or a secular school in New York City, Audrey's experiences with students from various cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds have inspired her to foster open dialogue and appreciation for different perspectives. She also reflects on her personal art, and how her artworks have been influenced by her visits to Tarnów, Poland where her father’s family comes from.
Highlights:· Teaching art in Jewish and secular K-12 schools with diverse student populations.
· Engaging discussions about international events like the funeral of Queen Elizabeth.
· Managing open discussions and differing opinions in the classroom.
· Personal experiences and connections related to Jewish history and heritage.
· Discovering personal connections and roots in Tarnów relating to her family history.
· Audrey's personal art and how it reflects her experiences.
Social Media links for Audrey:
Holocaust and Human Rights Education Center – https://hhrecny.org/generations-forward/#unger
Social Media links for Méli:
Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/14866705
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The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise: Is your way similar or different? Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore? Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.
Comments? Questions? Email Méli at – [email protected]
The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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