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Life is a journey full of ups and downs, but the good news is that it becomes more meaningful and joyful when we find balance by consciously exploring the connection of body, mind, and spirit. In our fast-paced day-to-day lives, how do we find the time to embrace the present moment and make wellness a way of life? In Miraval Life in Balance we will take you on a journey of insight and mindfulness as we travel to Miraval’s Resorts and Spas, speaking to thought leaders about how they personall ...
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Lent 6 - From The Inside Out: A Prophetic Joy + Palm Sunday
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Luke 19:28-40
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Lent 5 - From The Inside Out: Theological Hospitality + Brunch Church
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John 3:1-21
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Lent 4 - From The Inside Out: Imagination on Fire
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John 4:1-42
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Lent 2 - From The Inside Out: Beautiful Play
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Luke 5:1-11
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Lent 1 - From The Inside Out: A Generous Gospel
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John 1:35-51
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2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10
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Transfiguation Sunday - The God Who Tarries
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Exodus 3:7-17
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Epiphany 5 Leaving Egypt: Freedom
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Genesis 46:16-28
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Epiphany 3: Leaving Beersheba: Growing Up
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Genesis 28:10-22
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Leaving Ur: PromiseRev. Riana Shaw Robinson
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Title: Finding Our Way Together Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8, Mark 1-4-11
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Luke 2:8-20 John 1:1-18 Lesson of Light; John 1:3-5
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Luke 1:57-79
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In The Flesh: Joy (Advent 3 + Community Sunday)
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In a world filled with bad news and painful reminders that all is not what it could be, it is easy to feel that God is far away. And yet, the season of Advent reminds us that it is in exactly such times and circumstances that God draws closest to us. As we journey through hope, peace, love and joy to Christmas day, we recall the ways in which Emman…
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In The Flesh: Peace (Advent 2 + Lessons and Carols)
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Advent 2 + Lessons and Carols
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REV. DR. PETER CHOI Isaiah 40:1-11, 27-31 Rev. Peter Choi reflects on Isaiah 40, describing hope as a surprising and abrupt concept. Despite life's challenges and ongoing crises, the Advent message is centered around finding hope in the past coming of Jesus and the anticipation of his future return. Rev. Choi invites listeners to consider hope in t…
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Intelligent Faith: What kind of FAITH do we have?
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We explored the concept of Christ the King Sunday, a day when Christians envision a world in alignment with God's desires. Drawing from the prophet Isaiah's vision, the Pastor Emily reflects on a world turned upside down, where traditional power dynamics are transformed, and enemies become neighbors and friends. The message encourages listeners to …
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Intelligent Faith: What kind of FUTURE do we want?
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In this sermon, Pastor Joshua reflects on the story of Babel from the Bible, emphasizing the theme of listening as central to the passage. He draws parallels with the art of acting, quoting the late Alan Rickman who believed that great acting is rooted in intense and accurate listening.Pastor Joshua suggests that the story of Babel is not just abou…
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Intelligent Faith: What kind of WORK do we want?
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In this sermon, Pastor Emily McGinley reflects on a biblical passage involving a landowner hiring workers at different times and paying them the same wage, causing discomfort and raising questions about fairness. Drawing parallels to the impact of artificial intelligence on the workforce, McGinley explores the broader questions it raises about the …
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Intelligent Faith: What kind of LEGACY do we want?
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Senior Pastor Emily McKinley emphasizes the importance of legacy and faith. Christians need to engage with the developments in Artificial Intelligence to better impact society. She encourages the congregation to draw strength from the faith of their ancestors, build on that legacy, and bear witness to God's grace in their lives. She emphasizes the …
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Odette Annable, Actress and mother, joins Lauren Scruggs Kennedy on this episode of Miraval Life In Balance to discuss parenthood and the power of resilience. Together the duo discuss Oddette’s journey of motherhood, which has been filled with the highest of highs and also the most trying of times. She also shares her personal motherhood story, som…
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Intelligent Faith: What kind of WORLD do we want?
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By Rev. Emily McGinley The advent of AI has ignited a wide range of emotions and questions. As Christians, how should we respond to this transformative moment? How can our faith guide us in navigating the developments in artificial intelligence and technology?We invite you to explore the intersection of faith and AI, address existential concerns, a…
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Rev. Joshua Jalandoon In the story of Zaccheus, we see a man who has spent much of his professional life extorting money from his struggling neighbors. He was so used to operating within Caesar’s economy (see last week’s message) that he couldn’t imagine a different way to live in the world…until he encountered Jesus. When Jesus invites himself ove…
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The passage from Psalm 24:1 reminds us that everything belongs to God, but the question of why God allows suffering and injustice is complex. Pastor Emily discusses some key points that include the role of human free will, the idea that suffering can lead to growth, the mystery of God's plan, the responsibility of people to work for justice, and th…
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Rev. Ben McBride joined us to wrap up our series “The Art of Belonging" with a sermon from John 5 on "Radical Belonging." Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org…
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Rev. Emily McGinley continues our series “The Art of Belonging" with a sermon from Hebrews 13 on "Hospitality." Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org…
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Catherine Price, Miraval’s Digital Wellness Ambassador sits down with Lauren Scruggs Kennedy on this episode of Miraval Life In Balance to discuss some useful tips and tools to help people scroll less, live more, and have fun in the process. The duo also touches on her important work for Miraval Resorts and Spas, which include digital mindfulness t…
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Rev. Emily McGinley continues our series “The Art of Belonging" with a sermon from Ephesians 4 on "Truthfulness." Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org…
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Rev. Emily McGinley continues our new series “The Art of Belonging" with a sermon from Ruth 1 on "Fidelity." Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org…
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Rev. Emily McGinley begins our new series “The Art of Belonging" with a sermon from 1 Corinthians on "Gratitude." Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org…
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"Showing up in a community is about keeping a commitment when it is no longer convenient and loving each other enough to keep trying, even when we don't want to." - Rev. Emily McGinley on Acts 11 Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.…
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Elise Banks, Clinical Psychotherapist and NAMI Ambassador joins Lauren Scruggs Kennedy on this episode of Miraval Life In Balance to talk about Miraval Resorts & Spa collaboration with NAMI, and how leaders can inspire workplace wellness for their teams. Not to mention, Elise and Lauren also discuss the importance of talking about and ending the st…
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Rev. Emily McGinley continues our series, "A Transforming Faith", by looking at the story of Cornelius in Acts 10. The purpose of waking up is not personal or private perfection, but surrender, love, and union with God. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Tw…
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Rev. Dr. Paula Stone Williams continues our August series, "A Transforming Faith" sharing from Luke 2:41-52
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Rev. Jay Wilson continues our new series, "A Transforming Faith" and reminds us that Jesus came to set us free from the critical ways we can so easily show up with in the world from Mark 2:23-28. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.…
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A Transforming Faith | A Transforming Faith Begins with Love
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Rev. Joshua Jalandoon begins our new series, "A Transforming Faith" and reminds us that our vibrant faith life must be marked by how well we love with a sermon from 1 Corinthians 13:11-13. "A Transformative Faith" Series Overview | August 6 - September 3 Change is constant – it’s a law of physics, a worldview in buddhism, and, in spite of our best …
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"Maybe what the Psalmist is saying to us today is this: the things that got us here today are not likely the same things that will get us through tomorrow. And, the faith that carried us this far may not be the vehicle that can take us into the future God envisions." Join Pastor Emily as we explore Psalm 98 and in this sermon podcast. Follow City C…
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Lauren Landwerlin, Miraval Authentic Circle Member, is the guest on this episode of Miraval Life In Balance. Host Lauren Kennedy sits down with her to explore the ways that the magic of Miraval can strengthen your balance and mental wellbeing long after your stay. Plus, Lauren takes a dive into her own personal Miraval journey, talks about how she …
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Psalms in the Key of Life | Disappointment with God
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Rev. Dr. Peter Choi invites us into Psalm 73 and explores how Psalms of “disorientation” give us permission to shake our fists with the best of God’s people and be reminded that sometimes the most faithful response is the most honest response. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://faceb…
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Who is God and who am I, and who is God in relation to me? These are the questions explored, exalted, and amplified in Psalms of orientation. Psalm 8 opens in this way: “Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name throughout the earth! What are human beings that you would think about them?” Join Pastor Emily as we explore these questions and more in …
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Psalms in the Key of Life | Soundtrack for the Soul
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Rev. Emily McGinley begins our Summer Psalms Series by looking at Psalm 1. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org
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Queerly Beloved: Fighting For One Another #PrideSunday
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We are grateful this week to hear from Kenny and Amanda as together we'll reflect on the ways in which our Queer Belovedness calls us to a fierce solidarity. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://ww…
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Miraval Resorts Thought Leader and author Dr. Gregory Scott Brown is the guest on this episode of Miraval Life In Balance. Host Lauren Kennedy speaks with Dr. Brown about why self-care is so important, generational shifts in self-care, men’s mental health, and the many offerings that Miraval Resorts can provide when it comes to self-care, mindfulne…
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Queerly Beloved: The Power of Queer Visibility #Pride
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We continue our Pride Month sermon series, "Queerly Beloved", by talking about the importance of Queer Visibility and the invitation of the Holy Spirit towards a life of liberation, freedom and love. This Sunday we have Emily Hansen Curran, the founder of The Sunday Night Service in Berkeley, California. Learn more at https://thesundaynightservice.…
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Queerly Beloved: Making The Way By Walking It #Pride
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We kick off Pride Month and our series, "Queerly Beloved", by hearing stories on building Queer Community and how we might begin to lean on one another, as together we pursue a life of love, liberation and freedom. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter…
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Table Manners: A Place At The Table by Rev. Dr. Peter Choi
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Rev. Dr. Peter Choi wraps up our #AAPIHeritageMonth series, "Table Manners" by preaching a sermon from Acts 6:1-7 on Jesus’ vision of table fellowship as one of radical inclusion and belonging. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.co…
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On this episode of Miraval Life In Balance, host Lauren Kennedy is joined by Dr. AlfieeBreland-Noble, a pioneering Psychologist, Scientist, Author, and a Miraval Resorts Brand Marketing DEI Council Collaborator. Together, Dr. Alfiee and Lauren sit down to discuss the power of connection, team-building, mental wellbeing, and of course, self-care. No…
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Table Manners: Uninvited Guests by Rev. Joshua Jalandoon
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Rev. Joshua Jalandoon continues our new series, "Table Manners" by preaching a sermon from Luke 7:36-50. Follow City Church San Francisco: Instagram: https://instagram.com/citychurchsf Facebook: https://facebook.com/citychurchsf Twitter: https://twitter.com/citychurchsf Website: https://www.citychurchsf.org…
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Table Manners: Table Setting by Rev. Emily McGinley
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Rev. Emily McGinley begins our new series, "Table Manners" by preaching a sermon from Luke 10:38-42. "Table Manners" Series Overview: Whether hosted by elite religious and political leaders, outcasts, or poor folks, it was often at tables, over broken bread, where people were transformed in relationship to one another and with God. Jesus was often …
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