Sarah Bessey – episode 381

Sarah Bessey joins me on the podcast to talk about her latest book, Field Notes for the Wilderness: Practices for an Evolving Faith. Sarah is one of the founders of Evolving Faith, a conference and an online community for people who are reimagining their faith with hope. One of the reasons I wanted to talk with Sarah Bessey is that she has spent time in the wilderness. She is a faithful and trusted guide for those pursuing a reconstruction of spirituality centered on compassion, truth, and inclusion. Check out our conversation. Field Notes for the Wilderness might just be the companion you are looking for on your journey.

Find Sarah in the following places:
• Website
• Substack
• Facebook
• Instagram
 

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Mike’s Rumblings 03-15-24

This is an audio version of Mike Murphy‘s Friday rumblings. This is a regular post on Facebook that I’ve turned into a podcast. I decided Mike’s words needed a wider audience. You may agree or disagree with what he says, but there is certainly much food for thought contained here. You can friend Mike on Facebook for the printed version or read it below

Rumblings. 3.15.24 

1. “It was kind of a tense night, because it feels like this might be the last time we get a State of the Union. Depending on what happens in November, next year might just be a Kid Rock concert and an immigrant catapult.” ~ Stephen Colbert

What needed to be called out at the State of the Union was called out. And so the battle lines keep being drawn. 

Authoritarianism vs Democracy. 

Toddler vs Grownup.

Retribution vs Justice

Truth vs Li…Read More

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Mike’s Rumblings 03-08-24

This is an audio version of Mike Murphy‘s Friday rumblings. This is a regular post on Facebook that I’ve turned into a podcast. I decided Mike’s words needed a wider audience. You may agree or disagree with what he says, but there is certainly much food for thought contained here. You can friend Mike on Facebook for the printed version or read it below

Rumblings. 3.8.24 

1. I’ve been thinking about Christian Nationalism. Here’s my current best shot at explaining/reacting to it.

“Christian Nationalism is a conservative political/religious movement that weds MAGA to Evangelicalism. It is a movement of mostly grievance laden. white people who are distrustful of diversity, who believe America would be better as a theocracy, admires authoritarian leaders and thinks we should have one as President. Its adherents basically …Read More

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Lectio Divina 94 – John 12:27-32

This is a weekly release of the spiritual practice Lectio Divina. I hope you’ll listen and ponder the scripture passage offered and let me know your thoughts. My email address is producer@anitalustrea.com. Also, feel free to share this podcast on your social media or tell a friend about it. …Read More

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Mike’s Rumblings 03-01-24

This is an audio version of Mike Murphy‘s Friday rumblings. This is a regular post on Facebook that I’ve turned into a podcast. I decided Mike’s words needed a wider audience. You may agree or disagree with what he says, but there is certainly much food for thought contained here. You can friend Mike on Facebook for the printed version or read it below

Rumblings. 3.1.24.

1.  A story about  America in 10 chapters.  

Chapter 1. Normal day.

Chapter 2. Shootings.

Chapter 3. Panic

Chapter 4. Weeping 

Chapter 5. Thoughts and prayers. 

Chapter 6. Grieving  

Chapter 7. The Funeral (s)

Chapter 8. Talking heads analysis

Chapter 9. Vigorous 2nd Amendment defense

Chapter 10. Nothing changes

Pretty crappy story, isn’t it?

2. When the world around me starts getting a bit ‘iffy’ I need to remin…Read More

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Mike’s Rumblings 02-23-24

This is an audio version of Mike Murphy‘s Friday rumblings. This is a regular post on Facebook that I’ve turned into a podcast. I decided Mike’s words needed a wider audience. You may agree or disagree with what he says, but there is certainly much food for thought contained here. You can friend Mike on Facebook for the printed version or read it below

Rumblings. 2.23.24 

Only one Rumble today. 

Last week, David French, a NY Times Opinion Columnist, referenced a story told by Tony Campolo, a Baptist Preacher who taught Sociology at Eastern College in Pennsylvania. The story is about Campolo’s  encounter with a hooker named Agnes.

I had the good fortune to hear Campolo’s story two or three times in person and it’s featured in his  book “The Kingdom of God Is a Party”. He’s one of the best storytellers ever…Read More

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Lectio Divina 92 – I Corinthians 1:20-25

This is a weekly release of the spiritual practice Lectio Divina. I hope you’ll listen and ponder the scripture passage offered and let me know your thoughts. My email address is producer@anitalustrea.com. Also, feel free to share this podcast on your social media or tell a friend about it. …Read More

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Poem/Prayer 36 Ground Myself in Today

I’m Anita Lustrea and I’m privileged to be a spiritual director. Each time I begin a session, I use a quote or poem or prayer.  As I share one of these with you, see what might catch your attention. Maybe there’s something here for you today.Today’s prayer is titled Ground Myself in Today. It is anonymous….Read More

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