Best Liminal Faith Podcasts (2024)

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S3 E41: Danny Cox: Making Inclusive Faith Spaces 1:13:33

7d ago1:13:33

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Takeaways Transparency and clarity are essential in church communities, particularly when it comes to issues like LGBTQ inclusion. Churches should clearly communicate their theological stance and actively work towards creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The concept of covenantal relationships, where individuals are bound togeth…

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S3 E45: Bradley Jersak: Nonviolent Atonement 1:09:40

2h ago1:09:40

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Takeaways Bradley Jersak emphasizes the importance of community in spiritual growth. He reflects on the trauma experienced within his faith journey. The problem of evil is a significant challenge for many believers. Jersak advocates for a nonviolent interpretation of atonement. He believes the cross represents God's love rather than divine violence…

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Contemplative Sunday 51:46

5d ago51:46

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Sermon by Wayne Randolph. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Wayne Randolph

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Community Check-In 1:07:32

12d ago1:07:32

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Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Liminal

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S3 E44: Tommy Preson Phillips: Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ 1:15:53

14d ago1:15:53

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Take Away Ideas Deconstruction isn’t about losing faith, but about re-centering on Jesus. Doubt and curiosity are essential tools in questioning rigid religious structures. The power dynamics of church leadership need reevaluation; Christ-like leadership centers on humility and service. The shift from religious laws to virtues (like love, peace, an…

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Beloved. 57:26

19d ago57:26

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Message by Kevin Clark, Service hosted by Erica Connell, Worship led by Kathy White, Jared Bangs, and James Dorward. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Kevin Clark

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Unfundamentalist Bible Studies: Reinterpreting James Ch 5 30:56

19d ago30:56

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takeaways Tom Rundel reinterprets the Book of James for modern understanding. Suffering is a common experience, not to be glorified. Spiritual bypassing dismisses the reality of suffering. Prayer should be an honest engagement with one's situation. Lament is a significant part of spiritual practice. Community support is crucial for those who are su…

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S3 E42: Matt Tebbe: Politics as Christian Practice 1:22:49

21d ago1:22:49

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takeaways The current political and cultural moment in the United States is characterized by the erosion of trust in democracy and the weaponization of fear and anger. Apocalyptic language is used in political discourse to create a sense of urgency and to rally support, but it often hinders productive conversations and solutions. Economic realities…

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Paul’s Letter 45:49

25d ago45:49

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Message by Wayne Randolph, Service hosted by George Meier II, Worship led by Andrew Collins, Victoria Galietta, Kelsey Owen Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Jeremey Kinser

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Unfudamentalist Bible Studies: Reinterpreting James Ch 4 28:38

26d ago28:38

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n this episode of Non-Fundamentalist Bible Studies, Tom Rundel explores the end of chapter three and the beginning of chapter four of the book of James. He emphasizes the importance of understanding wisdom and knowledge in a non-weaponized context, encouraging listeners to seek genuine wisdom through a beautiful manner of living rather than through…

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S3 E40: Bruce Epperly: Homegrown American Mystics 1:20:09

28d ago1:20:09

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Takeaways Mystics experience the divine in everyday life and see the holiness in others. Mystics can be both heavenly minded and earthly good, working for peace, justice, and the well-being of all people. Political discourse should involve empathy, understanding, and dialogue, rather than demonization and polarization. Finding common ground and hol…

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Contemplative Sunday 1:03:37

1M ago1:03:37

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Sermon by Andrew Collins. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Andrew Collins

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Unfundamentalist Bible Studies: Reinterpreting James Ch 3 35:26

1M ago35:26

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The book of James addresses the power of speech and its implications. Teachers in the church are held to a higher standard. Controlling the tongue is crucial for personal and communal integrity. Words can shape perceptions and influence actions. Righteousness is fundamentally linked to justice. Inconsistency in speech reflects deeper issues in the …

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The Missionfield of Motherhood - with Joanna Herschell-Adair 20:28

1M ago20:28

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How often do you say "I'm just a mum"? In this episode Jo gently encourages us to remember how significant our role as a mum is and the power in praying for our children and teaching our children to pray.By Sarah Hands

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S3 E43: Caleb Campbell: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbors 53:06

1M ago53:06

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Takeaways Caleb's upbringing in a conservative home shaped his early views on faith. His experience with neo-Nazi skinheads led to critical questioning of ideologies. The rise of American Christian nationalism has created a divide in churches. Many church members are influenced by external political narratives. Christian nationalism is a blend of p…

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EP 315: Is the Black Church Dead? w/Dr. Shaonta' Allen 35:40

1M ago35:40

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Shaonta’ Allen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Dartmouth College. She also holds affiliations with the African and African American Studies Department and the Consortium of Studies in Race, Migration, and Sexuality. She received her B.A in Sociology from the University of Washington, her M.A. in Sociology and a graduate …

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Another Unity Song 27:45

1M ago27:45

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Message by Jeremey Kinser, Service hosted by Jenn Herman, Worship led by Chris Gwaltney and Christina Fabro Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Jeremey Kinser

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Unfundamentalist Bible Studies: Reinterpreting James Ch 2 31:15

1M ago31:15

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Faith without action is dead. The early Christian community emphasized caring for one another's needs. Treating all people equally is important and goes against favoritism. Love for our neighbors and living out the social vision of Jesus is crucial. Find us on the web: https://liminalliving.simplecast.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.faceboo…

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EP 314: Liminal Spaces of Indian American Christianity and Indian Flag at the Capitol Insurrection w/Binu Varghese 34:24

1M ago34:24

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Binu 'Ben' Varghese is a PhD student in religion and society at Princeton Theological Seminary. His research focuses on intersections of race, politics, and religion among Indian diasporas in transnational contexts. He draws his theoretical formulations from the colonial history of Dutch slavery in India and alternative readings of Indian American …

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S3 E39: David Gushee: Defending Democracy From its Christian Enemies 1:05:30

1M ago1:05:30

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Takeaways Faith can provide an organizing center, meaning, and purpose in life. Gushee's journey of faith involved a conversion experience as a teenager and a broadening of perspectives through studying Christian ethics. Democracy is a system of government that belongs to the people and is based on a constitution and the rule of law. Authoritariani…

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The Kingdom of Abundance 42:44

2M ago42:44

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Message by April-Lyn Caouette, Service hosted by Jeremey Kinser, Worship led by Chris Ringor, Becky Andrade Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy April-Lyn Caouette

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Unfundamentalist Bible Studies: Reinterpreting James Ch 1 42:22

2M ago42:22

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Reinterpreting scripture passages can help avoid harmful and wounding interpretations that have been used in a religious and fundamentalist context. Understanding the cultural context in which scripture was written is crucial for interpretation. Every good and perfect gift comes from God, and it is important to recognize and appreciate the goodness…

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S3 E38: Chuck DeGroat: Trauma, Narcissism, Deconstruction, Dark Night of the Soul 56:00

2M ago56:00

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Links Pre-order Chuck's New Book: [click here] Chucks Author Page: [click here] Chuck's Amazon Page: [click here] Takeaways Chuck DeGroat's faith journey was shaped by a mix of embodied spirituality and disorientation due to brokenness in his parents' marriage. He found a broader understanding of faith through the contemplative tradition and the my…

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EP 313: Misreading Calvin, Settler Colonialism, and Theology w/Dr. Suejeanne Koh 31:25

2M ago31:25

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SueJeanne Koh is the Graduate Futures Program Director of the Humanities Center at the University of California, Irvine. She develops programming for humanities doctoral students focusing on professional development and diverse career pathways. She is also the Director of Adult Education and Resident Theologian for St. Mark and New Hope Presbyteria…

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Paul’s letter to the church in America 45:55

2M ago45:55

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Message by Wayne Randolph, Service hosted by George Meier II, Worship led by Andrew Collins Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Wayne Randolph

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S3 E37: Matt Tebbe: Money, Power, and Abuse in the Church 1:22:47

2M ago1:22:47

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Introductions Climbing Mt. Whitney Facing Internal Demons on the Mountain Spiritual Roots in Catholicism Grace in Community & Abuse on Church Staff Abusive Leadership Embraces Power and Causes Trauma Using Your Voice with Clarity and Humility Spiritualizing the Poor is a Hermeneutic Mistake The God of Mammon, Power, Money, and Economy What “Love of…

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EP 312: Faith and Food Networks: Muslim women’s acts of resistance and resilience in the American Diaspora with Dr. Farha Ternikar 38:02

2M ago38:02

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Farha Ternikar (Ph.D., Sociology, M.A. Religious Studies) is the director of Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies at Le Moyne College, Syracuse. Her current manuscript “Faith and Food Networks: Muslim women’s acts of resistance and resilience in the American Diaspora” examines how in addition to race and gender, global Islamophobia continues to play…

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Serving the Angel of Contentment or the Demon of Desire

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Join Michael in a discussion of our desires, how they get in the away of the elusive peace we seek, and what we need to do to find true contentment.By Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio

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His Judgment is LOVE 59:29

2M ago59:29

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Message by Wayne Randolph, Service hosted by Jen Hermann, Worship led by Chris Ringor Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Wayne Randolph

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S3 E36: Randy Woodley: Indigenous Spirituality and Decolonizing Christianity 56:10

2M ago56:10

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Chapters Introductions Cherokee roots My Oppressive Missionary Colonizer Years Colonialism woven into the Christian faith The Violence of Christian Supremacy Conservative politics picks up the torch of colonialism The Problem of Disembodied Theology Shalom and the Failed Western Experiment Decolonizing the Faith Colonial Theology that needs to Go: …

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EP 311: BLACK DISABLED BODIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE w/Robert Monson 34:11

2M ago34:11

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Robert Monson is a writer, musician, and scholar that looks closely at Black and womanist theologies as well as Black disability theology. His work engages Black religious identities, Christian nationalism, disability, and more. He is currently a PhD student and is a host for two podcasts: Black Coffee and Theology and Three Black Men: Theology, Cu…

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Contemplative Sunday 57:26

2M ago57:26

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Sermon by Gini Downing. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Gini Downing

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S3 E35: Kathy Khang: Finding a Home, Immigration and Power in the Church 50:22

2M ago50:22

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Chapters Introductions Good Coffee Spiritual Roots in the Korean Church in Chicago Renting church space and false hospitality Rethinking Hospitality as the Church Loving Disagreement what it is and is NOT Love is not nice Toxic Positivity The Moving Goalposts of expectation False apostolic authority used to create exclusive dogma What loving your e…

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EP 310: Indigenous Plant Medicines w/Dr. Natalie Avalos 43:45

2M ago43:45

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Natalie Avalos is an assistant professor of Native American and Indigenous Studies in the Ethnic Studies department at University of Colorado Boulder. She is an ethnographer of religion whose teaching and research examine Indigenous religious life, land-based ethics, healing historical trauma, and decolonization. She received her Ph.D. in Religious…

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A Mysterious Woman 43:24

3M ago43:24

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Message by Bryan White, Service hosted by Erica Connell, Worship led by Gini Downing, Kathy White Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Bryan White

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S3 E34: Anthony Smith: Faith, Race, and Politics 1:16:14

3M ago1:16:14

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Chapters Introductions Faith Rooted Organizer Anthony vs Confederate Statue An Ecumenical Exorcism of White Nationalism and Racism An Apocalyptic moment and call Christians call to apocalyptic action Hyper individualism and its damage on society The Gospel and White Jesus made an atheist The Gospel evolve to meet us White Christian Nationalism is a…

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EP 309: Queer Activism in India w/Emma Thompson 31:52

3M ago31:52

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Emma Thompson is a Ph.D. candidate in the Islam subfield of the Department of Religion at Princeton University. They are also pursuing a graduate certificate from the Program in Gender and Sexuality Studies. Their work focuses on Islam in South Asia along with Islam, Gender, and Sexuality. Their research draws on anthropological fieldwork and socia…

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A Love That Goes Into the Fire 39:49

3M ago39:49

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Message by Andrew Collins, Service hosted by George Meier II, Worship led by Chris Ringor, Becky Andrade, Jared Bangs Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Andrew Collins

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S3 E33: Chris Green: Dead Answers vs Living Questions 1:06:37

3M ago1:06:37

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Chapters Intro Theology and Art Where does art come from? What does art do? Art involves us in the truth Art opens us up to truth Imagination and Faith Sweaty Pentecostalism Knowing more about demons than about God Bonhoeffer A true place to belong Incarnation shows us what God is like Conclusion Find us on the web: https://liminalliving.simplecast…

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EP 308: Afro-Futurism, Afro-Pessimism, and Black Joy as Resistance with Dr. Michael Brandon McCormack 40:02

3M ago40:02

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Dr. Michael Brandon McCormack is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Pan-African Studies, Associate Professor of Comparative Humanities , and former Director of the Anne Braden Institute for Social Justice Research at the University of Louisville. He earned his Ph.D. in Religion in 2013 from Vanderbilt University. His research explor…

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Joy, the fruit of faith - with Elin Morris 18:33

3M ago18:33

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Joy is the fruit of Faith! May we be reminded that joy is not found in our circumstances but in our faith and hope in Jesus.

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S3 E31: Matthew J Distefano: The Wisdom of Hobbits for Today 1:11:23

3M ago1:11:23

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Key points include: • The unhealthy balance between individual well-being and community demands in evangelical settings. • The symbolic and inspirational aspects of Tolkien’s stories and how they relate to real-life experiences. • The importance of continuing to do good without relying on miraculous interventions. • Reflections on the role of margi…

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Haunted by Religion

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Join Michael in a discussion about how many people are haunted by a spiritual reality they consciously or unconsciously acknowledge, especially during times of tragedy and loss, and how to minister to them through relationship and storytelling.By Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio

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Contemplative Sunday 43:20

3M ago43:20

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Sermon by Ben Downing,Music played by Gini Downing. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Ben Downing

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S3 E30: Larry Jordan: Non Religious Spirituality 1:17:06

3M ago1:17:06

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Takeaways Hold beliefs loosely and be open to subjective experiences and objective evidence. Recognize the limitations of creedal faith and the need for a more contextualized understanding of God. Explore the concept of oneness and the connection between mysticism, science, and different religious traditions. Embrace a sense of awe, gratitude, and …

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EP 307: Coptic Orthodox Christianity with Phoebe Farag Mikhail 44:32

3M ago44:32

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Phoebe Farag Mikhail is a Coptic Orthodox Christian and the author of Putting Joy into Practice: Seven Ways to Lift Your Spirit from the Early Church (Paraclete Press). She holds an M.A. in International Education and is a lifelong learner of theology, currently taking courses at Pope Shenouda III Coptic Orthodox Theological Seminary in New Jersey.…

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Time Spent 40:20

3M ago40:20

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Message by Bryan White, Service hosted by Erica Connell, Worship led by Kathy White and Crew Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Bryan White

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S3 E29: Tom Rundel: Recognize High Control Religious Language 44:56

4M ago44:56

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Take Aways Liminality is the space between what was and what will be, where we are trying to figure out how to be in a rapidly changing world. High-control religious environments can be toxic and manipulative, exerting authority over individuals and stifling personal growth. It is important to recognize and reject religious jargon that seeks to con…

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EP 306: Black Women’s Maternal/ Reproductive Health w/Dr. Ashlyn Strozier 32:37

4M ago32:37

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Dr. Strozier is a lecturer at Georgia State University. She is continuing her research in the areas of religion, gender, sexuality, and health focusing the disproportionality of black women's maternal mortality, and women's reproductive decisions, using digital platforms. Her pedagogical focus is anti-racist and decolonial teaching strategies, whil…

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S3 E28: Justin Scoggins: Inking Christ: Tattoos as Religious Art 1:03:22

4M ago1:03:22

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Take Aways Meeting tangible needs in the community is an important expression of faith. Faith is a journey of growth and evolving perspectives. Extending grace and love to others is a central aspect of the Christian faith. The stigma of tattoos in the Christian context can be challenged and reevaluated. Personal expressions of art, such as tattoos,…

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