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Women's Leadership and Divine Generosity with Dr. Froswa Booker- Drew
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Send us a text What if the biblical stories we've known all our lives missed crucial voices—particularly those of women? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew to uncover the forgotten female leaders of the Bible and discover how reinterpreting these stories can empower the next generation of women in leadership. Heather Drake also weig…
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Send us a text Could Mary's gospel offer a more profound understanding of love and faith? On this thought-provoking episode of the Expansionist Podcast, embark on an exploration of Mary Magdalene's life and her unique relationship with Jesus. By reflecting on her actions, like anointing Jesus and proclaiming his resurrection, we invite you to consi…
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Mystical Poetry Inspiring Sacred Expressions: Featuring Chelan Harkin
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Send us a Text Message. What if your words could break free from societal norms and connect souls on a deeper level? Together, we are exploring how renaming sorrow can become a direct path to divine connection. In our latest episode, we explore this and more with the extraordinary poet Chelan Harkin, whose upcoming book, "The Prophetess," is alread…
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Send us a text Can you truly understand the essence of compassion and how to seamlessly incorporate it into your everyday life? Join us as we explore the profound depths of compassion, distinguishing it from emotions that often masquerade as its kin. Have you ever considered the question, "Who told you that?" as a compassionate invitation rather th…
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Send us a Text Message. This stirring episode join a continuing conversation exploring longings and how they shape, our human experience and our divine connections, and have the potential to illuminate our life's true calling. Personal narratives that resonate with anyone who's ever sought something just out of reach, Heather Drake shares how a chi…
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Mutual Flourishing: Gender and Spirituality with Liz Cooledge Jenkins
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Send us a text Have you ever felt the echo of ancient patriarchal structures within your faith experience? Liz Cooledge Jenkins joins us with a treasure trove of insights from her book "Nice Churchy, Patriarchy," guiding us through the labyrinth of tradition to spotlight the Divine Feminine. The conversation takes an enlightening turn as we explore…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered if there's more to spirituality than traditional practices? Join Shelly Shepherd and Heather Drake on a personal and historical journey, where we unearth the divine in the unexpected — from the beauty of a desert drive to the peak of a mountain hike. We weave tales of Joan of Arc, Jesus, and childhood …
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Send us a text Embark on a transformative exploration of spirituality with us, as we uncover the untold stories of women mystics who defied the confines of patriarchal traditions to connect with the divine. Shelly Shepherd and Heather Drake delve into the teachings of Mary Magdalene's gospel, revealing the presence of the divine within each of us. …
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Send us a text Awakening to a vast inner realm, we invite you to listen to our conversation where we discuss the interplay of wisdom, spirit, and love as the bedrock of our faith journey. Throughout our dialogue, we reflect on how the spirit has been accessible to us in every season of life, emphasizing the vital role of hope in rekindling a connec…
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Living In Our Belovedness: How The Feminine Voice Shapes Our Understanding Of God
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered about the power of the stories you tell yourself? Our latest episode guides you through a tapestry of narratives, love, and the spiritual journey of rewriting our life stories. Bathed in the themes of belovedness and innocence, we tap into the wellspring of love and worthiness that can transform our personal ta…
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Claiming Our Belovedness: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Sacred Feminine Wisdom
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Send us a text Have you ever felt a tug at your heart, gently reminding you of a truth long forgotten—that you are inherently beloved? We warmly invite you into a heartfelt conversation that explores this very idea, revealing how embracing our belovedness can profoundly enrich our self-perception and divine connection. We unravel the tangled narrat…
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Beloved: Journeying Into the Heart of Belonging
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Send us a text Discover your inherent worth and the life-altering power of divine love as we traverse the concept of 'belovedness' in our latest Expansionist Podcast episode. We delve into the transformative impact of understanding ourselves as 'beloved,' a term that signifies our deep connection to divine love and our own intrinsic value. By exami…
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Attuning to the Whisper of the Feminine Divine
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Send us a text Have you ever sensed a whisper of wisdom or a nurturing presence guiding you through life's complexities? Today's heartfelt episode draws back the veil on the often overlooked feminine divine, a force that has silently shaped the spiritual landscape across cultures and eras. In this conversation we journey into the sacred interplay b…
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Spotlight On The Women: Mary, Elizabeth and Anna
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Send us a text Have you ever considered the true significance of women in the story of Christ's birth? How two women, Mary and Elizabeth, brought a sense of belonging and community to the narrative? Join us, Shelly Shepherd and Heather Drake, as we embark on a journey through the Advent season, spotlighting the often-underestimated roles of Mary an…
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Reimagining Sacred Words And Embracing Fifth Way Love
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Send us a text Do sacred words and their meanings intrigue you? Have you ever pondered upon the need to broaden our understanding of these divine words, especially in a world where they've been weaponized to control and suppress? Join us as we navigate conversations about God, love, and the divine feminine. We take a deep dive into the realms of sp…
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Transforming Rituals And How They Connect Us to Spirit
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Send us a text Have you ever considered the transformative power of disruption? In this episode we’re diving into how interruptions in life aren't always a bad thing; they can serve as catalysts for growth, help us redefine our spiritual grounding, and push us to discover innovative rituals that connect us to our inner wisdom and love. Our explorat…
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Navigating Feminine Spirituality: Diving into the Gospel of Mary
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered about the wisdom and teachings of Mary Magdalene in the Gospel of Mary, and how it could be applied to our lives? Our conversation is poised to to take you on a journey that challenges conventional thinking and uncovers the powerful influence of God's spirit. In this episode, we explore the nature of rules, the…
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Exploring the Power of Anointing: Lessons from Mary Magdalene
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered just why holy rituals matter? You are invited to journey into the significance of anointing, as seen through the lens of Mary Magdalene's life. Together, we, Shelly Shepherd and Heather Drake, delve into the sacred act of anointing as a bridge to spiritual and physical healing. Could it be that Jesus himself wa…
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