Welcome to the weekly podcast of Elevation Church STL, where our mission is to take you HIGHER: in your relationship with God, in your relationships with others, and in your service in the world. Find more information at elevationSTL.com, or download the Elevation Church STL App. The weekly podcast of Elevation Church, led by Pastor Daniel Taylor.
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Daniel and Kevin explore the meaning of play for human flourishing – what it is, what it means, and how people create and maintain playful lives. We explore books, people, places, and ideas committed to engendering play in the midst of busy, working lives.
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Weekly sermons from Pastor Walt Landers and the rest of the teaching team @ The Life Church in San Angelo, TX.
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Hi, I’m Suze. Here with your dose of culture, values and global citizenship- and where we tackle those topics others may consider off-limits. A little about me, I’m a busy GenX mom who, quite frankly, wanted to grow up like the Brady Bunch… But ended up being raised in the shadow of Schindler’s List. So this means I’ve spent a lifetime navigating these mixed messages we get hit with daily. You know those conversations- where we wonder if it’s safe to speak our minds? Can we share our experie ...
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Western Seminary professors Dr. Todd Miles and Dr. Andrew Pack discuss matters of theology, culture, and ministry in a post-Christian context.
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Microchurches is a podcast meant to encourage and equip those wanting a different kind of church. The term "microchurch" has become increasingly popular over the years and this podcast is our way of contributing to the conversation. Some of our content may include affiliate links, which acts as an additional route of support to help fund our mission at no additional cost to you. We appreciate your support!
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This Is What We Do (Part 4) Pastor Walt Landers (7-14-24)
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Previously, We Discussed How Play is Non-Instrumental, Voluntary, and Unnecessary. And yet, as will discover this episode, it is a necessity for human flourishing. It is the "necessary unnecessity." Playfulness is ubiquitous for animal life Playfulness in Ubiquitous to Human Experience Since the Beginning - For Adults Too Royal Game of Ur (2500 BC)…
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This Is What We Do (Part 3) Pastor Daniel Calhoun (7-7-24)
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This Is What We Do - Pastor Brandon Moore (6-30-24)
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In this episode, Daniel and Kevin explore the concept of play and its distinction from work. They discuss how play is fundamentally non-instrumental, meaning it is not a means to an end. Play can generate its own purpose and goals, which are often short-lived and inconsequential but deeply meaningful. They reference the work of philosopher Bernard …
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This Is What We Do - Pastor David Taylor (6-23-24)
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Can We Protect Our Children By Teaching Them About Insurance Coverage? My Guest: Daniel Miller, Brightway Insurance
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Back in the 1900s, my dad would set up the dining room table "one night, once a year for David, the insurance guy." There were manila folders and legal pads, different pens- and one of the four-clicker-color-kinds. This insurance meeting was so serious that there were two different kinds of Stella D'oro treats and an Entenmann's coffee cake. We wer…
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Quickly Forgive - Pastor Brandon Moore (6-16-24)
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To define what play is, we have to define what work is. (This isn’t all that unusual – scholars do it with secular vs. religious, or prose vs. poetry.) Work or labor is intentional human activity to support our needs and wants, or those of others or our larger group. Work is something we do for another purpose – it is 2-eyed, 1 eye to the activity …
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Can You Please Ask Me Your Uncomfortable Questions? My Guest: Pastor John Allen Newman, The Sanctuary at Mt. Cavalry
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I start this episode by calling him "Reverend." He corrects me, "Pastor." I am sincerely sorry. He is graciously forgiving. I made an honest mistake without malicious intent. We move on to a meaningful conversation. When I was little, we knew what racists were. There were enough people of different colors and different languages, from different par…
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Breath of Heaven - Pastor Walt Landers (6-2-24)
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Celebrate Pentecost - Pastor Walt Landers (5-26-24)
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Episode 55: Live from the Geekway Gaming Convention!
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Daniel and Kevin attended Geekway to the West in St. Charles, Missouri, and bring you this special episode filmed live with their 3,500 best friends. Some special guests join us, and then we share some favorite convention moments and games, along with some special announcements. CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to our newsletter Support us on Patreon Inter…
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Embrace Change - Pastor David Taylor (5-19-24)
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Can We Deeply Listen Our Way To Coexistence? My Guest: Dr. Elliott Rosenbaum, Founder of Emunah Meditation
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Following the events of October 7, 2023, I feared that all of the work I had done to become a cycle-breaker would become derailed. The propaganda filled images and messages seemed like they were unleashed concurrent with the atrocities upon my Homeland. I worried I would lean into the devastation, my very real and growing fear, and perhaps the fury…
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Freedom (The Journey to Inner Healing) - Pastor Brandon Moore (5-5-24)
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Episode 54: Sam Macdonald on Game Design and Faith
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Sam Macdonald of Garphill Games discusses his religious journey and board game philosophy. Sam explores the connections between board game design and religious faith, especially in the areas of community, self-expression, rules, fun, and the joy of discovery. We also take a stab at potential games based on Biblical stories. Takeaways Game design ca…
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Freedom Series - Pastor Daniel Calhoun (4-28-24)
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Freedom (Set Free) - Pastor Walt Landers (4-21-24)
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Now That You Embraced Your Imperfections, Can You Add Captions and a Soundtrack? My Guest: Taylor Hayes, @ImperfectTaylor
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I can remember the first person I blocked on social media. She unabashedly took to my comments to give unsolicited feedback, judgment and suggestions. She wrote that I was sharing too much personal information and I would never find a husband if I kept this up. She complained that I should show a better version of myself online “like everyone else.…
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The conversation explores the idea that faith is often associated with restrictions and limitations, but it should actually set us free. The Spirit of God works through play and games to bring about freedom. The conversation also touches on the article 'Play and Freedom, Patterns of Life and the Spirit' by Simeon Zahl, which discusses the tension b…
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From The West Village to the Village of Jax, Who Said "I Don't Do 'Villes"? My Guest: Allishia Bauman, Ambassador of Ubuntu
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Back in the 1900s, as a child of immigrants to the United States, I remember always having to learn it on my own. My parents weren't familiar with American cultural norms and my world was pretty narrow. If I wanted to understand how private school girls acted, I watched "The Facts of Life." When it was time for high school, thankfully, "Beverly Hil…
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Freedom (Set Free) - Pastor Walt Landers (4-14-24)
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Can You Strengthen Faith By Talking About More Than Interfaith? My Guest: Elizabeth Andersen, OneJax Inc.
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Back in the 1900s there was a period of time that you could not safely stroll the streets of Manhattan for fear. I’m not talking about the high profile cases that made the news. Those weren’t the things that scared me. Violence that had statistics meant there were people following and tracking those crimes and those criminals. Also, money was inves…
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Freedom (Understanding Freedom) - Pastor David Taylor (4-7-24)
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It's Not Over (Easter) - Pastor Walt Landers (3-31-24)
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Episode 52: Stages in Board Game Collecting
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We explore the concept of seasons in the context of board gaming and life, and discuss the origins of the phrase "this too shall pass" and its relevance to the changing nature of emotions and experiences. Daniel and Kevin share their personal gaming stages and how their approach to board games has evolved over time. The conversation concludes with …
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Can a Cantor Help Conduct a Curated Concert of Culture, Connection and Community? My Guest: Hazzan Jesse Merlin Holzer
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Growing up in New York City meant I was exposed to all kinds of ethnicities, cultures and religions. Except Baptist- I don't think I ever met a Baptist. And the more I knew about every other- because I studied them relentlessly with curiosity, along with my Catholic best friend Mary Beth- the more knowledgeable I felt. The interfaith world was an e…
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How Does a Foundation of Giving Grow to Greater Impact? My Guest: Isaiah Oliver, Community Foundation of Northeast Florida
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For as far back as I can remember charity has been ingrained in me, like challah braided into my DNA. From my very first nursery school classroom, at my very first circle time, I recall proudly clutching my shiny copper penny and eagerly waiting that tzedaka box to get to me. Whether it’s passing the plate or the pushka, the value of giving is part…
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Time To Quit - Pastor Lane Landers (3-24-24)
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Episode 51: Life Lessons from a Chinese Murder Mystery RPG (A/V Club)
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In this episode of Board Game Faith, we discuss the topic of role play, both in games and in real life. We explore the benefits and risks of role play and dive into a video from the YouTube Channel @PeopleMakeGames about the popular role-playing game Jubensha in China, with its deep character development and commitment involved in role-playing game…
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Can Urban Planning Reshape Memories and Future Visions? My Guest: Sondra Fetner, Urbanist
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Growing up in 1970s, New York City, I felt like I was always living under construction. Things that got built for people to live in, single or multi-family- were filled instantly with residents, as quickly as their various family members were able to sponsor them, and shops too. Some stayed open and some didn't make it, but for every business that …
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How Do You Know If You Should Spend, Save or Invest? My Guest: ME
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This episode I introduce new music in the INTRO and OUTRO. The piece, and the composer, are special- Dance With Me. It's the title- but also my invitation to this season. I've asked you to borrow my binoculars. We got interested... curious... We got funky. (Note the previous season's music. I choose with intention.) Now I am challenging you to trus…
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Can Embracing The Less Formal YOU, Ignite Your Professional Empowerment? My Guest: Yanira 'Yaya' Cardona, YaYa Productions
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Back in the olden days, before taking the Myers-Briggs, Big Five and any Enneagram to assess personality, there was the Teacher's Comments section of a handwritten report card. So if people are telling us who we present as from the time we are little, should we believe them? And that's what we're going to tackle today. This latest episode of Schmoo…
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God Created Serving - Pastor David Taylor (3-10-24)
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Episode 50: Why Pastors Need to Play, with Casey Sigmon
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In this episode, Rev. Dr. Casey Sigmon, Professor of Preaching and Worship at St. Paul School of Theology, discusses the importance of play and imagination in combating burnout and enhancing preaching. She shares her background in film and theater and how it influenced her approach to worship. Casey also introduces the Pause/Play Center for Clergy …
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The Blessed Life (Seedtime & Harvest) - Special Guest Michael Murphy (3-3-24)
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The Blessed Life (The Principle of the First) - Elder Hector Leos (2-25-24)
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We're all waiting for something. Sometimes it’s for a special someone, or for a family. Sometimes it’s for a better quality of life. Sometimes we are desperate for a miracle. The story behind Christmas Eve is that, after a long period of waiting, God showed up in a surprising way. Perhaps this year, he wants to show up in your life as well.…
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Oliver Burkeman's 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals (2022) is our pick for our monthly book club. We loved how it made us think about our modern drive to master time and efficiency, and how this debilitates human happiness. Rethinking our lives and our use of time means more time for flourishing, games, and play, even if we don't get everyth…
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The Blessed Life (Breaking the Spirit of Mammon) - Pastor Walt Landers (2-18-24)
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The Blessed Life (The Test) - Elder Wayne Barr (2-11-24)
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You might think death and gaming are not connected. But loss is always a part of games as pieces and elements are lost. Some elements of games are fairly abstract (Uno cards or chess pieces), but other elements can be very personal, such as a character you've played for years in D&D or in a legacy type game such as Gloomhaven. Games also address de…
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The Blessed Life (Am I Generous?) - Elder Brandon Moore (2-4-24)
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The Blessed Life (It's All About The Heart) - Pastor Daniel Calhoun (1-28-24)
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Episode 47: A/V Club: Roleplaying the End of the World
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We discuss the concept of surviving in a post-apocalyptic world and how it relates to games and life. YouTube's @PeopleMakeGames explored Wasteland Weekend, a unique event where thousands of people role-play life in a post-apocalyptic setting. We delve into the idea of playing the wrong game and the importance of being present in the moment, the po…
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The Hope Effect p2 - Pastor Walt Landers (1-14-24)
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