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We enjoyed this fabulous conversation with Stephen Lazarus! Stephen is the Literary Manager for the Henri Nouwen Legacy Trust and the editor of Encountering Henri: The Living Legacy of Henri Nouwen. We visit about how earnestly and honestly Henri Nouwen lived his life and how impactful and invitational his way of being was. We invite you to live fully and in the spirit of Henri today and everyday! “It is by being awake to God in us that we can increasingly see God in the world around us.”
Show Notes
Encountering Henri: The Living Legacy of Henri Nouwen Cardus NexGen programHenry Nouwen Legacy TrustComment MagazineRobert and Margaret Jonas - Reviving CreationSubstack
Check out Jenny's weekly reflection on the episode on our Substack.
Key Topics
Henry Nowen's impact on spiritual lifeThe concept of woundedness and healingDivine invitations and unexpected encountersHenry Nowen's influence on peacemaking and justiceThe importance of authentic identity in faithChapters
00:30 The Poetic Introduction to Love
02:38 Introducing Stephen Lazarus and His Journey
04:37 Encountering Henry Nowen: A Personal Connection
08:06 Who Was Henry Nowen?
10:04 The Humanity of Henry Nowen
16:00 Divine Invitations Through Henry's Work
20:47 The Communion of Saints and Connection to Ancestors
24:13 Contemplating Memories of Henry
28:47 Surprising Stories from the Book
30:37 Embracing Our Imperfections
34:25 Awakening to the Divine
34:59 The Meandering Path to Home
39:21 Engaging with the Common Good
43:55 Wounded vs. Broken: A Theological Perspective
49:03 Finding Identity in a Polarized World -
We had a lovely conversation with the author of Girl in a Box, Paldrom Collins! Paldrom’s memoir walks us through her early days as a young woman who is seeking her own path in Oklahoma to her time in a Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in New York. Paldrom’s path is winding, full of wisdom, compassion, and the most surprising twists and turns. We enjoyed this insightful and honest chat about following yearning and trusting self.
Show Notes:
Only Breath by Rumipaldrom.com Girl in a Box by: Paldrom Collins How the Worst Day of My Life Became the Best by: Andrea Gibson Takeaways
Following your inner knowing can lead to unexpected paths and growthRitual and repetition serve as somatic practices that deepen spiritual awarenessNon-dualism emphasizes interconnectedness beyond dualistic thinkingReciprocity is rooted in the natural interconnectedness of all lifeEmbracing resistance and difficulty can hone spiritual resilienceChapters
00:30 Transforming Pain into Art
02:36 The Journey of Becoming Findable
03:34 The Call to Write: A Spiritual Journey
06:59 Exploring Spiritual Backgrounds
09:23 The Meandering Path of Spirituality
12:46 Rituals and Repetition in Spiritual Practice
18:04 Interfaith Dialogues: Buddhism and Christianity
22:02 The Quest for Acceptance and Worthiness
26:11 Understanding Tibetan Buddhism's Teachings
30:34 Navigating Dualism and Non-Dualism
32:40 Reciprocity in Spiritual Journeys
34:39 The Knowing Beyond Knowing
37:23 Embracing the Unknown
42:22 Yearning and Creativity
45:12 Responding to Suffering in the World
47:31 The Ongoing Story of Life
51:04 Finding Shelter in Each Other's Stories -
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This week our minds are blown and our hearts are expanded by Day Schildkret, author, artist and teacher behind the Morning Altars movement, who inspires tens of thousands of people to make life more beautiful and meaningful through ritual, nature and art. Day talks to us about ritual, meaning making, presence, beauty, remembering, curiosity and more in this gorgeous conversation.
Show Notes:
Morning AltarsDay’s Books and ArtTeacher Training Day’s Instagram Grief Ritual SeriesKey Topics
The origin story of Morning Altars and its healing modalityThe role of thresholds and thresholds in personal transformationThe importance of meaning making and ritual in everyday lifeReciprocity and the back-and-forth of giving and receivingThe relationship between vulnerability, nature, and ritualChapters
00:30 The Power of Ritual and Nature
01:44 Thresholds and Transitions in Life
10:32 Meaning Making Through Creativity
14:46 Rituals: Boundaries and Simplicity
18:21 Cultural Challenges to Rituals
22:12 Personal Journey with Rituals
23:48 Exploring Sacred Ground and Relationships
27:56 The Concept of Reciprocity in Rituals
32:35 Vulnerability and Connection with Nature
36:45 Grief and the Role of Ritual
41:30 Grief as an Invitation to Transformation
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Erica Smith, Sex Educator and author of the Purity Culture Recovery Guide joins us today on the pod! Erica’s invitational and open hearted writing explores the harms of Purity Culture and gives pathways to healing for those of us raised in it. Erica is a wealth of shame free sex information and this book is a must read for all people seeking a healthy, open hearted relationship to their bodies and their sexuality.
Show Notes:
The Purity Culture Recovery Guide by Erica Smith Linda Kay Klein Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke FreeNetflix Documentary - Trust Me: The False ProphetPurityculturedropout.comErica’s InstagramKey Topics
Impact of Purity Culture on SexualityHealing from Religious ShameSexual Rights and AutonomyCreating Safe Spaces for HealingMen's Group and VulnerabilityChapters
00:10 The Power of Love Poetry
02:45 Introducing Erica Smith: A Journey into Sex Education
04:30 From Casual Christianity to Sex Education
10:38 Understanding Purity Culture: A Deep Dive
13:00 The Impact of Purity Culture on Relationships
17:02 The Broader Effects of Purity Culture
20:52 Healing from Shame: The Purity Culture Dropout Program
27:24 Creating a Safe Space for Conversations
27:52 The Birth of the Purity Culture Recovery Guide
30:18 Responses to the Book: A Positive Reception
33:01 The Sexual Bill of Rights: Empowering Individuals
33:05 Understanding Sexual Rights and Respect
35:41 The Importance of Men's Groups
39:33 Exploring Vulnerability in Masculinity
43:41 Forgiveness and Healing in Masculinity
47:24 Inviting Others Out of Purity Culture
51:00 The Benefits of Healthy Sexuality -
Fabulous time today visiting with authors Adrienne Gibson and Scot McKnight on their new book Traumatized Church: What Paul's Relationship with the Corinthian Church Teaches Us About Helping Those Who are Hurting. Adrienne brings the perspective of a licensed therapist and Scot the knowledge of a New Testament scholar and together they have written a really hopeful and informative book on trauma, the church, Paul and the Corinthians, and on individual and collective healing. A must listen for anyone working in the church or who loves the church!
Show Notes:
Paul and Thecla from 2nd centuryTraumatized ChurchValor Counseling - Adrienne’s Practice in Mesa, Arizona Scot Mcknight on SubstackScot’s booksKey Topics
Trauma in the church and its impactPaul's vulnerability and trauma as a leaderTrauma-informed and trauma-sensitive church practices
Chapters
00:00 The Peace of Wild Things
02:06 Introducing the Authors and Their Journey
09:31 Understanding Trauma
11:47 The Church as a Traumatic Space
15:45 Becoming Trauma-Informed
19:16 Transforming Pain: Insights from Paul and the Corinthians
27:57 Understanding Paul's Humanity
30:46 The Impact of Trauma on Leadership
35:47 The Role of Pastors in Modern Churches
41:34 Breaking the Cycle of Harm in Churches
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Today on the pod sisters, co-authors, and co-founders of Wild Church Network and The Center for Wild Spirituality Valerie Luna Serrels and Victoria Loorz join us in sacred conversation. In this lovely conversation we visit about unlearning patriarchal ways of being, the importance of deep noticing, the reemergence of reciprocal relationships with the human and more than human world, and the mycelial network that connects us all. This is such an important and expansive conversation for the wild times we find ourselves in!
Show Notes:
Margaret Wheatley - Using Emergence to Take Social Innovation to ScaleDean Radin, PhD - IONSThe AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist The Great AI Unraveling: Tristan Harris on Sounds of SANDThe Holy Wild PodcastWild Church NetworkWild Church OnlineWhy I Should Hike Every Day No Matter What by Rosemerry Wahtola TrommerKey Topics
The roots and growth of the Center for Wild Spirituality and Wild Church NetworkThe paradigm shift towards interconnectedness and emergence in spiritualityThe biomimicry and feminist principles guiding wild church structuresThe role of love, love as awareness, and sacred reciprocity in transformationScience and spirituality: understanding the impact of consciousness on the physical worldThe importance of community, unlearning, and vulnerability in spiritual evolutionChapters
00:00 The Power of Nature and Freedom
03:49 Introduction to the Wild Church Network
06:54 Roots of the Center for Wild Spirituality
09:42 Emergence and Community Building
12:32 Biomimicry and Networking
15:27 The Role of Feminine Leadership
18:37 The Importance of Listening and Awareness
21:25 Love and Change in the World
24:11 Worldview Shift and Sacred Reciprocity
27:24 Personal Journeys of Undoing
30:06 The Journey of Trust and Passion
36:42 Navigating Personal Struggles and Community Support
39:07 The Journey of Acceptance and Grief
43:45 Understanding Burnout and Resilience
47:28 The Sacredness of Life's Challenges
50:29 Awareness and Renewal in the Face of Grief
54:51 Emerging Futures and the Balance of Hope and Grief
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We were so honored to speak with the author of Everything is a Story Kaitlin Curtice! Kaitlin is a an award-winning author, poet-storyteller, public speaker, and enrolled citizen of the Potawatomi nation. Today she walks us through the importance of the stories we tell ourselves, rewriting the stories we’ve been told that we’ve outgrown, and telling new stories about community and connection to ourselves, to the land, and to one another. Join us as we dive deep this week into stories, imagination, and hope amidst collapse.
Show Notes:
Substack - Liminality JournalEverything is a StoryKaitlin’s InstagramDon’t Bother the Earth Spirit by: Joy Harjo
Takeaways
Stories are time capsules that evolve with us, reflecting our growth.Grief is a sacred space that, when embraced, can lead to profound healing.Imagination is a vital tool for envisioning a better world and living beyond our limitations.Connecting with ancestors and the earth provides guidance and strength.Healing stories require patience, presence, and a willingness to face discomfort.Chapters
00:00 The Power of Storytelling
04:02 Childhood Narratives and Personal Growth
12:20 Healing Through Reflection and Connection
17:46 Catalysts for Change and Presence
23:51 Collective Stories and Community Healing
27:55 Healing Through Grief and Community
31:18 The Role of Imagination in Writing
36:07 Wisdom of Midlife Transitions
41:47 Navigating Edges: Pleasure, Risk, and Pain
47:35 Fear and Failure as Invitations
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Conservation ecologist and writer Dr. Andrea Adams joins us on the pod today! We chat about nature, spirituality, finding new pathways as life shifts in unexpected ways, and hope that's rooted in action during these uncertain times. Andrea brings depth, honesty, and reminders of nature's reciprocity and endless invitations in our conversation and through her lovely Substack Hopecology.
Show notes:
Dr. Andrea Adams Website Hopecology Christ the Yogi: A Hindu Reflection on the Gospel of John How Dark the Beginning by Maggie Smith Key Topics
The role of hope in ecological and personal resilienceThe intersection of science, spirituality, and indigenous knowledgeTransformative experiences and personal growth after traumaThe importance of doubt and humility in scientific practicePractical actions for hope and care in ecologyChapters
00:00 The Dark and the Light: A Poetic Introduction
02:47 Introducing Dr. Andrea Adams: A Journey of Hope and Ecology
06:43 The Birth of Hopecology: From Trauma to Transformation
10:25 Spirituality and Personal Evolution: A Complex Relationship
18:37 Finding Hope Amidst Environmental Collapse
24:19 Transformation Through Adversity: Embracing the Roar
34:54 Embracing Your Strange Path
36:00 Navigating the Edges of Comfort
38:39 The Nature of Science and Intellectual Humility
46:28 Reciprocity Between Science and Spirituality
54:10 Hope as Action in Ecology
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Today is Radical Sacred’s 100th Episode! Hard to believe we’ve spent 100 hours conversing with artists, theologians, poets, authors, naturalists and more over the past 2.5 years. Each conversation has been a joy and has served as an invitation to a deeper knowing of self and the world around us. Friend of the pod Melissa Fritchle who is a Holistic Psychotherapist and Spiritual Counselor, a Wild guide with Center for Wild Spirituality and co-founder of Intimate with the Moon and Soil and the author of The Conscious Sexual Self Workbook and the substack Soul Entwined with Earth, interviews us about all the lovely inner workings of Radical Sacred. We loved talking with her about intimacy, our hopes, our roots, and more in this special episode. Thank you for listening to us, for journeying with us, and for your support! There is no Radical Sacred without our community of listeners and friends and we are grateful for you!
Show Notes
Radical Sacred Substack Radical Sacred Website Radical Sacred on YoutubeMelissa Fritchle’s WebsiteMelissa’s Substack - Soul Entwined with Earth Intimate with the Moon and Soil - Melissa’s new venture!On Friendship by Khalil GibranKey Topics
The origin of the podcast and its focus on deep, rooted conversationsThe importance of vulnerability and authenticity in spiritual spacesThe role of nature and interconnectedness in personal growth
Chapters
00:00 The Essence of Friendship
02:31 Celebrating 100 Episodes
05:36 The Journey of Radical Sacred
13:03 The Dynamics of Friendship
17:02 Vulnerability in Conversations
30:47 Transformative Beliefs and Worldviews
35:12 The Journey of Transformation
35:59 Attention and Intention in Pilgrimage
37:34 Memorable Conversations and Surprising Insights
39:07 The Impact of Connections and Community
40:59 Navigating Change and Personal Growth
42:44 The Role of Community in Times of Crisis
44:18 Interconnectedness and Collective Hope
47:34 Radical Sacred: Embracing Change
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Today we are blessed to chat with Sister Lynne Smith, Amy Alstad, Everline Jeruto, and Mary David Walgenbach of Holy Wisdom Monastery of Madison, Wisconsin. Holy Wisdom is an Ecumenical Benedictine Community that is known for their land restoration, love of the earth, and love of all people. We chat about restoration of land, reciprocity in the natural world, deep connections, and welcoming humans and the more than human world as if they were Christ. We were so inspired by the work of Holy Wisdom and know you will be too!
Show Notes:
Holy Wisdom MonasteryFacebookInstagramYouTubeMidday Prayer StreamRegal Fritillary Butterfly How Would You Live Then by: Mary OliverKey Topics
Ecumenical Benedictine communityLand restoration and prairie plantingEcological listening and biomimicryCommunity, justice, and hospitalityRenewable energy and net zero goals
Chapters
01:00 The Beauty of Nature and Reflection
02:01 Introduction to Holy Wisdom Monastery
05:25 The Heartbeat of Holy Wisdom Monastery
13:04 Listening to the Land
19:09 Towards a Sustainable Future
21:02 Funding and Community Engagement
22:51 Welcoming All: A Benedictine Approach
26:19 Restoration and Ecological Hospitality
33:05 Modeling Community and Reciprocity
40:39 Cultural Exchange and Learning
43:40 Finding Joy in Nature
47:58 Retreats: A Space for Reflection
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Rev. Dr. Shively Smith joins us on the pod today! Shively is a professor, author, speaker, lover of water, mom, and avid gamer who visits with us about Howard Thurman, the new testament, guides, ancestors, listening to the small voice within and much more. Join us as we learn to navigate all that is before us and walk that strange path that leads us to our truest selves.
Show Notes:
Fisk UniversityHoward Thurman - Meditations of the HeartGreg Ellison - Anchors in the Spirit and Fearless DialoguesHoward Thurman - With Head and HeartRenita J. Weems - Just a Sister Away: A Womanist Vision of Women’s Relationships in the BibleShively Smith - Strangers to Family: Diaspora and 1 Peter’s Invention of God’s HouseholdUnion Combined Parish - Boston, MAShively Smith - Reading Howard Thurman: His Practice of Interpretation Through Womanist EyesImagesofinterpreation.com shivelysmith.com Key Topics
Water as a spiritual practice and source of clarityHoward Thurman's influence on faith and justiceThe role of biblical interpretation in social justiceThe significance of the unnamed in biblical storiesCourage and openness in encountering guides and strangersChapters
00:00 The Power of Grief and Nature's Call
03:01 Introducing Shively Smith: Scholar and Gamer
08:11 The Significance of Water in Spirituality
11:37 Howard Thurman: A Personal Connection
15:14 Thurman's Integration of Inner and Outer Life
19:42 The Journey of a Biblical Scholar
25:48 The Role of Mentorship and Ancestral Guidance
32:12 Courage in Divided Times
34:22 The Journey to New Testament Scholarship
38:52 Engaging with First Peter
41:48 Interpreting Biblical Texts Through a Modern Lens
48:15 From Mercy to Justice
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Today we are joined by David Dault as we dive into his new book The Accessorized Bible. David is an author, professor at Loyola University, award-winning screenwriter, media producer, consultant, podcaster and radio host. We chat about his book which includes beautiful passages on James Baldwin, loving with intention, bringing our own moral lens to the bible, and more! This is a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation. We are grateful for David and his invitation to look more in depth: at our own souls, at the ways we interpret the bible, and at the ways we connect to others.
Show Notes:
Substack - David Dault is writing thingsThe Accessorized Bible The Francis Effect PodcastThings Not Seen: Conversations About Culture and FaithDavid at Loyola University Karl Rahner banana essay - Theology of FreedomThe Good PlaceHannah Arendt - On ViolenceAn Octopus has Three Whole Hearts by: Joy Sullivan
Key Topics
The metaphor of the Bible as an accessory versus a rulebookThe importance of moral seriousness and slow reflectionThe concept of takun olam (repairing the world)The role of love and responsiveness in faith and relationshipsThe impact of technology on empathy and storytelling
Chapters
01:00 The Heart of an Octopus: A Poetic Introduction
02:01 David Dalt: A Multifaceted Journey
03:00 The Evolution of a Career: From Music to Academia
05:59 Things Not Seen: Conversations on Culture and Faith
10:44 Navigating Faith in a Polarized World
14:45 The Bible: A Tool for Good or Evil?
20:10 The Accessorized Bible: Purpose and Timing
26:17 Moral Seriousness: Slowing Down to Reflect
30:52 Technology and Its Ethical Implications
32:02 Exploring Technology and Power Dynamics
34:32 The Role of Narrative in Repairing the World
37:43 The Impact of Technology on Empathy
38:56 Transcending Technique in Art and Life
43:22 The Bible: A Source of Questions and Insights
47:14 Influences and Ancestry in Thought
51:49 Catastrophic Love and Institutional Challenges
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Rev. Jim Keat of The Riverside Church joins us this week to talk about creating intimate spaces and reciprocal relationships online. Jim is a runner, digital creator and pastor who views the internet as a vast opportunity for connection, care, and transformation. This conversation is a lovely reminder of the power of community on site or online.
Show Notes:
Riverside Churchjimkeat.comThe Convergence Network @revjimrunsBible in a MinuteJim’s SubstackImagination by Assata Shakur Key Topics
Embodiment in digital spacesCreating intimacy onlineNavigating online critique and negativityEthics of technology in faith communitiesBuilding reciprocal relationships in digital spacesChapters
00:00 The Power of Belief and Affirmation
02:32 Introducing Jim Keat: Digital Ministry Innovator
04:05 Navigating Digital Spaces in Ministry
05:42 Redefining Digital vs. Physical Experiences
10:12 Creating Intimate Online Spaces for Ministry
12:03 Fostering Connection in Digital Gatherings
15:12 Mindfulness and Running: A Personal Journey
18:05 Nature's Lessons for Digital Engagement
20:07 Noticing the Present: A Mindful Approach
24:03 Inhabiting Spaces: The Contrast of City and Small Town
26:28 Navigating Progressive Faith in Small Towns
30:03 Creating a Liberative Church Experience
31:33 Handling Online Critiques and Community Engagement
35:07 The Role of Technology in Building Relationships
38:33 Experiencing Reciprocity in Digital Spaces
43:17 Ethics of Technology and Digital Ministry
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We had the loveliest of conversations with writer, journalist, and rhetorician, Christine Tracy on her new book Just Trust Life: A Journey with Teilhard de Chardin. Her book and our conversation are about Teilhard, but are both also deeply rooted in how he became a guide and a north star for Christine as she goes on a transcendent journey to find her truest self. What can we learn by letting go of fear and shame and learning to just trust life? We hope Teilhard and Christine inspire you to look within, to trust self, and to transcend. All you need is already within you.
Show Notes:
Christine's WebsiteJust Trust Life: A Journey with Teilhard de Chardin by: Christine Tracy Teilhard Project ScholarsThe Newsphere by: Christine TracySummer by Frank Weston BensonEmergency Family Assistance Association in Boulder Wilding by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
Questions to consider:
How can embracing your inner wildness lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life? Reflect on moments when you felt most connected to your truest self and consider how you can incorporate more of these experiences into your daily life.In what ways can pain serve as a catalyst for personal growth and spiritual awakening?How does practicing love as a cosmic energy influence your interactions with others and the world around you? Practices to try:
Dedicate time each week to engage with nature or activities that allow you to express your primal energy. This could be through hiking, dancing, or simply spending time withnature.When experiencing emotional or physical pain, take a moment to journal or meditate on what this pain is teaching you about your true nature. Use this practice to transform suffering into a lesson of resilience and love.Incorporate intentional acts of love into your daily routine. This could be as simple as smiling at a stranger, expressing gratitude, or sending positive energy to someone in need.
Chapters
00:00 Embracing the Wilderness Within
02:51 The Journey with Teilhard
06:40 Finding Authenticity and Being Seen
12:21 Transcendence and Inner Connection
18:01 The Noosphere and Collective Evolution
23:38 Pain as a Teacher and Personal Power
26:54 The Power of Presence and Love
27:38 Art as a Catalyst for Connection
30:19 Exploring the Energy of Love
33:28 Reconnecting with the Self
36:40 The Role of Ancestors in Our Journey
39:23 Embracing Challenges and Enemies
42:35 Envisioning a Better World
50:32 Nature's Healing Influence
52:56 The Wisdom of Trees and Water Blessings
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We are thrilled to speak with Lisa Sharon Harper, founder of Freedom Road, podcaster, public theologian, author, including the books Fortune: How Race Broke My Family And The World—And How To Repair It All, and The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can be Made Right. In this wide ranging conversation Lisa shares with us her wisdom and her witness as we talk about the crises we face in our country and in the church and the hopes that can be found in knowing our history, love, community, and connection.
Show Notes:
Freedom RoadThe Truth Is - Lisa’s SubstackFortune: How Race Broke My Family and The World-And How to Repair It AllThe Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can Be Made Rightbell hooksToni Morrison - Beloved
Chapters
00:00 The Essence of Identity and Respect
01:55 Introducing Lisa Sharon Harper
02:52 Journey Towards Shalom
05:51 Understanding Shalom: More Than Just Peace
19:30 Shalom Between Genders: A Deeper Exploration
26:07 The Hebrew Concept of Perfection vs. Western Understanding
35:59 The Practice of Love in Society
39:42 Self-Love as a Foundation for Justice
43:25 The Power of Love vs. Anger
47:17 Decolonizing Faith and Ecclesiology
59:27 Building Communities of Faith
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This week we are joined by poet Rosemary Wahtola Trommer as she shares her journey of writing poetry daily, the role of nature in her work, and how grief has shaped her understanding of beauty and vulnerability. We discuss the integration of personal loss with the creative process, the importance of collaboration, and the power of poetry to express the inexpressible. Rosemary emphasizes the significance of being present in the moment and how poetry serves as a bridge to connect with our emotions and the world around us. Phil also makes his (tear filled) poetry debut.
Show Notes
Rosemerry's WebsiteRosemerry's SubstackRosemerry's Albums: Dark Praise and Risking LoveRitual Appevermore.org
Chapters
00:00 The Power of Poetry and Vulnerability
04:05 The Journey of Daily Writing
13:06 Nature as Inspiration
16:41 Integrating Beauty and Reality
20:56 Celebrating Women Artists
28:04 Collaboration and Creativity
33:58 Finding Comfort in Poetry
36:40 The Transformative Nature of Loss
36:43 Embracing Grief as a Teacher
44:58 The Intersection of Grief and Praise
51:01 The Power of Poetry in Grief
58:35 The Role of Art and Nature in Healing
01:03:25 Sharing and Celebrating Creative Expressions
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We had a truly life giving conversation with Dr. Liza Rankow on her book Soul Medicine for a Fractured World: Healing, Justice, and the Path of Wholeness! Liza’s book is a gorgeous read and speaks on the importance of deep soul healing, both/and thinking, community care,the gifts that can come from our struggles, awe, and having our hearts broken open. We loved this chat and will be thinking about it for a long time to come!
Show Notes:
Soul Medicine for a Fractured World: Healing, Justice, and the Path of WholenessLiza Rankow Website Liza’s SubstackNow is the Time by Hafiz Chapters
00:00 Invitation to lenten practice
02:37 Introducing Dr. Liza Rankow
04:02 Navigating Wilderness Times
07:38 Understanding Nopantla: The In-Between Space
10:35 The Duality of Tomb and Womb
14:23 Mysticism and Social Activism
20:19 The Gift of Pain and Vulnerability
24:26 Finding Meaning in Suffering
28:41 Rituals of Initiation and Meaning-Making
35:16 Rites of Passage and Cultural Ordeals
37:37 Integrating Trauma and Rituals
39:52 The Power of Awe and Brokenness
45:22 Suffering as a Spiritual Discipline
48:15 The Evolving Relationship with Ancestors
52:51 The Science and Significance of Awe
01:01:18 Prayer Excerpted from A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life -
We were so fortunate to talk to David Hayward, known for his work under the moniker the Naked Pastor, in this spacious and honest episode about art, deconstruction, feminine wisdom, nature, and more. David shares with us his spiritual journey that is continually unfolding. His gentle storytelling invited us to look deeply at our spirituality, to not be afraid to live the questions when they come up, and to begin to move towards whatever is stirring within our hearts. There is no wrong way to become your fullest self, and the world deeply needs people who have come alive. This chat opened up some things for us to sit with, we hope it does the same for you.
Show Notes
The Naked Pastor Website Naked Pastor on InstagramThe Liberation of Sophia Without a Vision my People Prosper-Till Doubt Do Us Part The Lasting Supper - Online Community Nadya Tolokonnikova from Pussy Riot ArtLife Together by Dietrich BonhoefferChapters
00:00 The National Anthem and Its Hidden Truths
02:56 Introducing David Hayward: The Naked Pastor
05:59 The Naked Truth: Spiritual Abuse and Silence
11:39 The Journey of Deconstruction Begins
14:47 Reconstruction: Integrating the Past
19:05 Sophia: The Feminine Wisdom Within
25:56 Masculinity and the Inner Feminine
33:03 Jesus and Feminine Wisdom in the Church
39:19 Navigating Marriage Through Deconstruction
42:51 The Glue of Relationships: Love Beyond Beliefs
45:43 Navigating Deconstruction in Relationships
46:18 Loneliness and Community Rebuilding
49:38 Finding New Connections Outside Faith Communities
51:34 Art as Resistance and Inspiration
56:48 Nature's Role in Inspiration and Connection
01:00:28 The Power of Awe and Love
01:10:27 The Naked Pastor's Journey and Future Directions
01:12:35 NEWCHAPTER -
We had a lovely time chatting with Wes Ellis about his book Abiding in Amen: Prayer for a Secular Age! Wes is a pastor, professor, and author who decided to look at prayer through a gentle, nonjudgmental, and playful lens. We chat about abiding in prayer, silence, what resonates deeply within us, and approaching prayer in a hopeful, open hearted way. We hope that this episode gives you the space you need to check out prayer in new and innovative ways! May your prayers flow through you freely, may they reach the depths of your heart and spirit, and may your prayers lead you to act.
Show Notes:
Abiding in AmenWes Ellis Website The Uncontrollability of the World by Hartmut Rosa God in Creation by Jurgen MoltmannTheology of Play by Jurgen Moltmann
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Prayer and Its Significance
05:11 Exploring the Challenges of Prayer in a Secular Age
10:25 Defining Prayer: A Two-Way Communication
13:10 Prayer as Technology: A Cautionary Perspective
18:33 Resonance in Prayer Practices
21:11 The Concept of Disposable Prayer
24:40 The Importance of Play in Spiritual Life
27:09 The Importance of Play and Joy in Troubling Times
27:50 Prayer as Community Action
30:08 Suffering with the World: A New Perspective
33:15 The Role of the Church in Transformation
35:19 Being Ready: The Nature of Prayer
38:27 Everything as Prayer: A New Understanding
44:58 Breath Prayer and the Desert Fathers
51:04 Finding Beauty Amidst Darkness
52:03 Invitation to Simple Prayer
53:48 NEWCHAPTER -
We had the loveliest of chats with Seryn founding members Nathan James Allen and Trenton Wheeler! We talk creativity, flow, letting our questions guide us, their beginnings as a band in Denton, TX, their pause from creating music together, the pathway back to one another, and their newest songs. Join us for this winding, interesting, music and hope filled conversation. Fun fact: our new intro and outro music is a gorgeous tune called Beach Song by Seryn. This song means a lot to us and we hope that you enjoy it as well!
Show Notes:
Seryn Seryn on InstagramYoutubePlaying March 21 - Thinline Filmfest - Denton, TXTranscendental Reunion - Mary Chapin CarpenterA Chance to Cut is a Chance to Cure - MatmosApp - Bednight Sleep MusicThe Birds Wrote Me a Poem by: Andrea Gibson
Chapters
00:00 The Poetic Prelude
04:04 Introducing Seryn: Origins and Name
07:06 The Hiatus: Conflict and Growth
11:40 Reunion and Healing Through Music
19:45 Serendipitous Connections and Band Dynamics
25:30 Nature's Influence on Music
30:45 The Creative Process Behind 'River Song'
32:31 The Significance of 'Beach Song'
43:14 Faith and Doubt in Our Music
55:26 The Importance of Questioning Beliefs
57:00 Artists as Voices of the Oppressed
57:43 Finding Inspiration in Turbulent Times
01:00:24 The Role of Family in Creativity
01:03:31 Navigating Anxiety and Creativity
01:09:50 The Urgency of Time and Connection
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