Best Derek Kubilus Podcasts (2024)

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[141] Community, comedy and church renovation 31:54

5d ago31:54

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We’re exploring the innovative ways churches in Northern Virginia are blending spirituality and community outreach–from improv church to affordable housing. In this episode of Compass, we’re visiting four unique and innovative expressions of church in Northern Virginia and Maryland. See how Central United Methodist Church in the Ballston neighborho…

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[140] Real church in digital space with J.J. Warren 44:55

19d ago44:55

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We’re borrowing an important interview from the MyCom Podcast. Host Ryan Dunn talked with Rev. J.J. Warren about what defines a church and how J.J. is putting the definition into practice through the Church of the Young Prophets. Drawing from his theological background and experiences with the Young Prophets Collective, J.J. discusses the evolution…

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[139] From hate to hope: Neelley Hicks 32:28

1M ago32:28

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Neelley Hicks shares her experience that landed her picture in papers across the globe, stemming from a recent Unity Rally in Nashville, Tennessee. It was attended by a diverse and vibrant community and disrupted by the alarming presence of Neo-Nazis. This episode looks into the complex emotions and motivations behind such extremist actions and exp…

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[138] Faith and outrage: Jesus’ teachings in a polarized culture 23:23

2M ago23:23

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We’re tackling the topic of living out our faith in a complex and often polarized world. Recently, the outrage sparked by the opening ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Olympics, particularly a controversial scene perceived to mock Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” has ignited debates and outraged responses. We’ll explore how to express our faith au…

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S.7 E.30: Discussing the Book The Summer of 2020: with Drs. Andre Johnson and Amanda Nell Edgar 1:14:48

2M ago1:14:48

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Continuing on with part 2 of our season finale double header! Long time friend Dr. Andre Johson is back to talk about his new book with co-author Dr. Amanda Nell Edgar.Be sure to listen to the 1st of the two as well! See you all in Season 8!In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in May 2020, protests broke out in Minneapolis and quickly spread across…

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S.7 E.29: Fighting On and On: Rev. Allyn Maxfield-Steele 1:25:36

2M ago1:25:36

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Here we are, good people, at the end of season 7! But not without a double header! First up, Allyn Maxfield-Steele. What a name!! A newfound friend and fellow anti-racist Allyn is a co-executive director at Highlander Research and Education Center. He's been fighting the good fight and has some good things to say about it. Join me in listening in!h…

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[137] Crafting a clarity of belief with Bruce Reyes-Chow

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Summarizing Faith and Theology with Bruce Reyes-Chow on Compass: Finding spirituality in the everyday. Bruce shares the importance of distilling and articulating beliefs in simple, digestible formats. Discover his innovative concept of a “faith montage” and how it serves as a primer on progressive Christianity to guide individuals through faith dec…

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[136] Conflict, faith and growth with David Livingston

3M ago

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Pastor David Livingston discusses the concept of abundant life and how it can be experienced in the present. He emphasizes that abundant life is not solely about material well-being or a perfect life, but rather about finding spiritual and emotional well-being in the midst of life’s challenges. Pastor Livingston shares his personal experience with …

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S.7 E.28: Seen Fire and Seen Rain: The J.R. Forasteros 1:10:03

2M ago1:10:03

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You already know who this is! There is a lot to talk about and get into these days! Having the always unique and intriguing J.R. Forasteros is so great and refreshing! Come on now!https://jrforasteros.com/jr-bio/https://sojo.net/biography/jr-forasteroshttps://www.arthousedallas.com/stories/2018/6/19/jr-forasteros-authorhttps://soundcloud.com/whiteh…

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[135] Exploring Hell, Purgatory, and God’s Love with Derek Kubilus 44:56

3M ago44:56

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Unpacking the mysteries of hell and love with Derek Kubilus on Compass: Finding spirituality in the everyday. Derek takes us on a thought-provoking journey through the complex relationship between a God of love and the concept of eternal torment. Explore his ideas on purgatorial universalism, the evolution of hell in Christian theology, and how the…

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S.7 E.27: Kingdom of Rage: The Rise of Christian Extremism: Elizabeth Neumann 1:23:10

3M ago1:23:10

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This week ya'll! Remember when I said there was an alarming amount of White racists joining law enforcement, the military, and government agencies....yeah...well, this week, we talk to the expert who's been monitoring domestic terrorists here in the U.S. Elizabeth Newmann joins me to discuss her latest book. Listen in!Elizabeth Neumann served as th…

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[134] Spiritual practices for busy lives with Andrew Lang

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Rediscover centering and spirituality with Andrew Lang on “Compass: Finding Spirituality in the Everyday.” Andrew Lang, a guiding voice in spiritual practices, shares transformative insights on integrating centering practices into daily life, overcoming the “dark night of the soul,” and finding creative ways to connect with our spirituality. Listen…

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S.7 E.26: Beyond Ethnic Loneliness The Pain of Marginalization: Prasanta Verma 56:12

4M ago56:12

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Oh, this a good one right here! As a BIPoC have you ever felt like you were the only one and the only one doing the damn thing....yeah, me too! This week I get to talk with my new friend, Prasanta Verma. She was born under an Asian sun, raised in the Appalachian foothills in the South, and now resides in the Upper Midwest. Her essays and poetry hav…

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[133] Cultivating empathy in polarized times: Insights from John Pavlovitz

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Curious about maintaining compassion and engaging in meaningful conversations in your daily life? On Compass 133, join Ryan Dunn as he speaks with John Pavlovitz about finding common ground and exploring spirituality amidst life’s challenges. Discover how to navigate differences with empathy, find solace in nature, and embrace your faith journey au…

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[132] A historic shift in inclusion for the United Methodist Church 13:10

4M ago13:10

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We’re exploring a pivotal moment in the life of the United Methodist Church—the historic 2024 General Conference held in Charlotte, North Carolina. This conference marked a significant turning point, as 93% of the delegates voted to lift long-standing bans on the ordination of LGBTQ+ clergy and the hosting of same-sex weddings by clergy and churche…

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S.7 E.25 The Hope in our Scars: Finding God in Disillusionment: Aimee Byrd 1:13:30

4M ago1:13:30

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This week I talk with a newfound friend who has gotten the holy crap beat out of her from toxic churches and evangelicals. Goodness. Unfortunately, her story is not unique, but she also holds in tension the hope within this type of theological disillusionment! Join us this week & listen in with Aimee Byrd.Aimee Byrd is a former coffee cafe owner wh…

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S.7 E.24 Learning to Disagree and Navigating Differences: Dr. John D. Inazu 1:04:01

5M ago1:04:01

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This week we going into some pragmatics on disagreement, conflict, and basic dignity when we do disagree. Dr. John Inazu is my guest discussing his new book and a whole lot more! Check it out!!John Inazu’s scholarship focuses on the First Amendment freedoms of speech, assembly, and religion, and related questions of legal and political theory. His …

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United Methodists in the news and missing episodes 6:32

5M ago6:32

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The United Methodist Church is going to be in the news due to the big General Conference Gathering. Here’s why. ALSO, we’re going to miss a couple of full episodes due to the big event. We’ll be back with new episodes on May 15, 2024.By United Methodist Communications

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S.7 E.23 Following Jesus into a New Kind of Family: Rev. T.C. Moore 1:17:05

5M ago1:17:05

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!!!!EXPLICIT!!!! Oh, this week we get to hear from a cat doing some great work inside the Church! Rev. T.C. Moore comes on and also talks about his new book, c'mon now and listen in.T. C. Moore is a pastor, graffiti artist, writer, and theology nerd. He serves as lead pastor of Roots, a Moravian community in St. Paul, Minnesota, and works with cour…

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[131] Keeping Christianity weird with Dr Richard Beck 37:30

6M ago37:30

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Join us as Dr. Richard Beck discusses mysticism in daily life, and how enchantment can transform our view in “Hunting Magic Eels.” Feeling world-weary? Richard discusses how moral beauty & acts of kindness can awaken awe. Explore the mystical in the mundane on the Compass Podcast! Richard is a Professor of Psychology at Abilene Christian University…

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S.7 E.22 A Case Against Eternal Damnation: Derek Ryan Kubilus 1:20:45

6M ago1:20:45

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!!!!EXPLICIT!!!!! Oh yeah...you read it right...hell might not be eternal, or even a place to go! Check this weeks conversation out with my new friend Derek!Derek Ryan Kubilus is an ordained elder serving in the East Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church. He is also a member of the Order of Saint Luke and an amateur podcaster. He currently…

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[130] Faith vacations and lostness with Debie Thomas 27:57

6M ago27:57

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Are you sometimes afraid to ask questions about faith and spirituality? Does doubt scare you a little bit? Do you have some questions you’re skeptical about ever finding the answers to? Debie Thomas’s approach to faith as a storied theology challenges the conventional beliefs. Her insights offer a refreshing perspective on the dynamic nature of fai…

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[129] Beats, peacemaking and authenticity with lenny duncan 44:19

7M ago44:19

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Lenny duncan takes us through a spiritual journey in hip-hop on Compass. Engage in conversations about systemic change and personal faith. If you want to hear some cultural commentary from a spiritual perspective, if you want to explore how hip-hop music speaks to both our human experience and our longing for spiritual connection, and if you want t…

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S.7 E.21 Our Trespasses: Rev. Greg Jarrell 1:08:12

6M ago1:08:12

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This week I talk with author, pastor, and historian, Greg Jarrell. He breaks down some of the inequities that have happened in our cities, towns, and communities over time; red lining was just the beginning. Check it out fam!By Daniel White Hodge

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S.7 E.20 Surviving Fighting and Restorative: Justice Bree Yoo-Sun 1:26:12

7M ago1:26:12

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!!!!EXPLICIT!!!! Yeah, you gon' wanna take a minute to listen to this story and the work Bree is doing here in Chicago. An amazing story of survival and fight, but, it doesn't end there...Bree is doing the damn thing! CheckBy Daniel White Hodge

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[128] Lent, fasting and spiritual nourishment with Christine Valters Paintner 32:09

7M ago32:09

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We’re talking with Christine Valters Paintner about the spiritual significance of fasting and Lent. Christine, the founder of the Online Abbey of the Arts, shares her insights on how fasting can go beyond traditional ideas of abstaining from food and can instead be a way to open ourselves to a deeper encounter with the divine. Christine outlines th…

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[127] Engaging faith and reason: Kara Slade’s spiritual journey 39:11

8M ago39:11

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Faith, science and life calling! In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Rev. Kara Slade, an engineer turned priest whose journey from the world of mechanical engineering to the pulpit is an interesting blend of spirituality and professional transformation. Rev. Canon Dr. Kara Slade holds a PhD in Christian theology and ethics from Du…

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S.7 E.19 Theologizin' Bigger: Rev. Trey Ferguson 1:04:20

7M ago1:04:20

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Black History Month is on!! This week I talk with Rev. Trey Ferguson who just put out an amazing book looking at relationships, race, and religion! Yeah, come on listen in!By Daniel White Hodge

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[126] Church Rethought: Embracing Unconventional Spaces for Community and Spirituality 46:24

8M ago46:24

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We’re talking with Rev. Heather Jallad about the creative, fun and innovative ways that church is coming together and meeting the world. It’s an invitation to Rethink Church. This episode of Compass dives into new expressions of church like Dinner Church and Messy Church. It’s all inspiring… and it gets us thinking about how we, individually might …

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S.7 E.18 Pushing Through the Evangelical Mess: Ruth Schmidt 1:11:52

8M ago1:11:52

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!!!!EXPLICIT!!! We're back and ready for 2024! I met my guest this week soley online when she posted and amazing thread regarding her termination with Fuller Seminary. Shoo-wee, this is good! Listen up!By Daniel White Hodge

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[125] Cultivating everyday spirituality in 2024 with Abigail Browka 34:22

9M ago34:22

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In this episode, we sit down with Abigail Browka, the curator of the Everyday Sanctuary app, and we get into the importance of real-life experiences and faith journeys. Pastor Abigail shares profound insights into tapping into creative spirituality, from the necessity of supporting one another in our spiritual paths to the role of brief, accessible…

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[124] Contemplative practices for a peaceful Christmas 7:20

10M ago7:20

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Ryan Dunn addresses the struggle to find peace during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Offering contemplative practices for a more peaceful Christmas, Ryan explores ways to connect with God’s loving and peaceful spirit during this special time of year. From leveraging inconveniences as moments of reflection to turning preparations into …

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S.7 E.17 Wonder as a New Starting Point: Dr. José Francisco Morales Torres 1:14:36

9M ago1:14:36

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As we enter into the Holiday season I get to sit down to talk with my good friend from AAR, Dr. José Francisco Morales Torres, finally! He talks about being a Latine male in the academy, the variants between the thrown and the grave, and his new book, out now. Listen in!By Daniel White Hodge

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[123] Nice church, not nice patriarchy: A conversation with Liz Cooledge Jenkins 26:41

10M ago26:41

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Niceness in church communities can sometimes conceal deeper issues of injustice. It’s important to disrupt the status quo and engage in conversations about patriarchy, inequality, and systems of oppression. In this episode, you probably want to listen for the ways in niceness, though well-meaning, can be a hindrance to equality and justice. Also li…

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S.7 E.16 QAnon, Chaos, and The Cross: A Conversation with Drs. Michael Austin and Gregory Bock 1:21:18

10M ago1:21:18

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We back! After the 2023 Thanksgiving holiday its time for some conspiracy theories, QAnon, and religion! It's on now. Joining me this week are Drs. Michael Austin and Gregory Bock who have edited a great volume getting into all this, yeah! Check it out.By Daniel White Hodge

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Quick takes on tough questions of the Christian faith 24:09

10M ago24:09

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We’ll explore questions like: Does God need our worship? Are some sins worse than others? How does spirituality affect mental health? Can science and religion coexist? Where do we see evidence of God? And why would a good God allow for evil? We’ll provide perspectives and insights on these questions, emphasizing that our answers are not meant to be…

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[121] Israel, conflict, end times and interventions of peace 25:45

11M ago25:45

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The Compass Podcast looks into a topic that has been making headlines and stirring heated debates: the Israel and Gaza conflict. Specifically, we will address a perplexing phenomenon: the religiously driven blind support of Israeli militarism by some Christians. What theological perspectives drive such a fascination with this conflict and where did…

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S.7 E.15 We Are Enough: A Conversation with The Many 1:24:50

11M ago1:24:50

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You know them you love em, The Many! Back on the show talking about their new song and all the nuances of being an Xtian band in this era. Listen in!By Daniel White Hodge

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[120] Discovering evidence of the Divine in everyday moments with Mark Feldmeir 33:14

11M ago33:14

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Join us as we explore the intersection of faith, culture, and personal experiences with Rev. Mark Feldmeir. Mark’s faith journey led him to question the nature of God’s power, especially in the face of suffering and evil. He emphasized that God’s power is not coercive or unilateral, but rather persuasive. Mark also reflected on the significance of …

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S.7 E.14 Loving Disagreement in an Era of Chaos: Kathy Khang and Matt Mikalatos 1:31:25

11M ago1:31:25

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!!!EXPLICIT!!!! How we gonna disagree and still be friends? For real? What if you hate Black folk...oh dear!!! Let's dig in fam, Kathy is back and brings with Matt on their new book. Listen in!!By Daniel White Hodge

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[119] What makes United Methodists different? 32:58

12M ago32:58

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Hosts Ryan Dunn and Michelle Maldonado, alongside guest Ashley Boggan, take us on a journey to uncover the distinctiveness of the Methodist faith. Initially produced as part of the United Methodist Podcast-a-thon, this episode offers insightful perspectives from Dr. Ashley Boggan, the general secretary of the United Methodist Church’s General Commi…

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S.7 E.13 Faith Unleavened: Tamice Spencer-Helms 1:01:26

12M ago1:01:26

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We're back! The 2nd half of season 7 is on right and now with guest Tamice Spencer-Helms! Her new book is out and she goes in on the colonization within so much theology. Check it out.Tamice Spencer-Helms (she/they) is a published author, speaker, and theologian based in Richmond, Virginia. At 20 years old Tamice was drawn to full time ministry. Af…

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[118] Artificial intelligence and your spiritual journey 48:25

1y ago48:25

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Are you ready to explore the intersections of artificial intelligence and spirituality? Join us on the latest episode of Compass as we dive into the impact of AI on the Christian spiritual journey. We navigate the potential benefits and pitfalls of integrating AI into our everyday spirituality, play around with AI Jesus entities, and hear how Jay C…

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[117] Does the Bible contradict itself? With Josh Scott 38:28

1y ago38:28

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Rev. Josh Scott, author of “Bible Stories for Grown Ups” explores with us the paradoxical possibilities of the Bible’s ancient narratives. We dive deep into the serious question of faith: “What do we make of the seeming contradictions and inconsistencies in the Bible?” Josh helps us see how asking these tough, discomforting questions can become cat…

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116: The Force and the Final Frontier 41:54

1y ago41:54

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It’s time for cosmic theology as we examine the spiritual depths of Star Wars and Star Trek. Covering everything from Jedi to Klingons, Michelle Maldonado and Ryan Dunn are going boldly forth seeking the spiritual in space. Join us as we explore the theological reflections found in these iconic franchises. For episodes and notes, visit www.umc.org/…

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Re-listen: Rediscovering church with Jerry Herships 44:47

1y ago44:47

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Reverend Jerry Herships shares his unique perspective on creating a nontraditional community that connects with something bigger and provides a sense of belonging. Jerry has worked as stand-up comedian. He wrote for Jay Leno. He’s authored a couple books, including Last Call: from serving drinks to serving Jesus and Rogue Saints: Spirituality for G…

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114: [Re-listen] Wagon of grace with Ryan Canaday 38:57

1y ago38:57

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Rev. Canaday shared with us his story of recovery in alcoholism and finding deep connection with a higher power. This connection led Ryan to explore the power of support groups and specifically the role of spirituality in recovery. All this ultimately led to Ryan founding a church based on recovery. We’re five years on from that conversation, but t…

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S.7 E.12 Processing Theology, Pastoring, and this Era: J. R. Forasteros 1:12:07

1y ago1:12:07

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You know him, you love him, THE great J.R. Forasteros is back for his seasonal appearance on the show! Go on, listen in.By Daniel White Hodge

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113: Art and your spiritual journey 31:34

1y ago31:34

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Art and prayer share much in common–so much so that art can lead us into prayer and connection with the Divine. In this episode of Compass, Michelle and Ryan try out two art-based spiritual practices… and they provide directions on how you can utilize these practices as well. To see “The Annunciation” by Henry Ossawa Tanner, visit the Philadelphia …

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S.7 E.11 Black Filmmaking and Racial Dynamics: Craig Lamar Brown 1:18:54

1y ago1:18:54

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I get to sit down with a filmmaker, artist, and visionary this week. Craig Brown is doing his thing while trying to push into difficult yet meaningful conversations around race and racism. Check it out!By Daniel White Hodge

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