Ep 46 - Ballerina, Baking, & Books - Kendall Vanderslice
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Ballerina turned baker turned entrepreneur, Kendall Vanderslice introduces herself as a 'food and theology scholar' who draws upon her background in the restaurant industry to teach the spiritual practice of bread baking. Kendall shares her experiences in creating baking workshops through her 'Bake and Pray' method, which integrates prayer into bread baking, turning it into a form of liturgy. She also talks about how her Church Cookbook Project reveals insights into regional food histories. Additionally, she touches on her creative process, inspirations, and a forthcoming book 'Bake and Pray: Liturgies and Recipes for Baking Bread as a Spiritual Practice'. As she contemplates expanding her workshops through training others, her journey reflects a balance of maintaining quality and increasing reach, while sustaining her personal well-being and fulfilling community engagement.
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