Liminal Theology

I was thrilled to welcome the Rev. Rosy Fairhurst to the Liminal Theology Podcast. Rosy is an Anglican Priest working as Vicar at St Augustine & St Clement Bradford in Bradford, England. She is also an organizational analyst offering organizational analytic skills combined with a spiritual and theological dimension. Rosy has worked as a trainer, researcher, theological educator, pastor,and writer. She is the author of Uncovering Sin: A Gateway to Healing and Calling published by SPCK in 2012. Most recently she co-authored Crossing Thresholds: A Practical Theology of Liminality. Rosy and I had an amazing conversation covering a variety of topics related to liminality. We began by looking at the liminality of Rosy's journey to the priesthood, ordination, and the overall social experience of Bradford, England. Next, we explored her interest in developmental psychology and the work of Donald Winnicott. Together we talked about transitional spaces and objects, religious iconography, and the important distinction between independence and interdependence. Rosy was a wonderful guest and I very much enjoyed her deep insight and wisdom. I know that you will also enjoy Rosy's perspective on liminality. Learn more: https://www.lutterworth.com/product/crossing-thresholds-a-practical-theology-of-liminality/?attribute_format=ePub https://www.heartandanchorbd3.org/ Twitter (@rosyfair)

It was a pleasure to welcome the Reverend Canon Dr. Nigel Rooms to the Liminal Theology Podcast! Nigel is a freelance consultant, trainer and researcher, spiritual director, and architect of learning. Nigel is currently Associate Priest at St. Peter's, Braunstone Park in Leicester. Nigel holds a Master's degree in Mission and Ministry from Nottingham University and a Professional Doctorate (ThD) in Missiology from Birmingham University. He is a published author of books and journal articles in mission and contextual theology. He is also a missiologist, practical theologian, and editor of the journal Practical Theology. Nigel is a Leader with the Partnership for Missional Church UK, Church Mission Society. Most recently, he co-authored Crossing Thresholds: A Practical Theology of Liminality, published by Lutterworth Press. Nigel and I had an engaging conversation that had us exploring liminality from a variety of perspectives. Nigel opened by describing his background, particularly his journey into the priesthood and the academic work that followed. From there we explored liminality using Nigel's perspective and experience, which he then connected with his work in Crossing Thresholds. Nigel helpfully provided background on the book and why it's important as a work of practical theology. As practical theologians, Nigel and I had much to talk about regarding how we viewed theology and the relevance practical theology has for the study of liminality. Finally, Nigel described the Church's transition and how priests, pastors, and church leaders can offer helpful spaces for meaningful change as the Church slowly moves away from its mid-twentieth century perspective. It was a joy to talk with Nigel! I learned much from him and I'm sure you will too! Learn more: Crossing Thresholds: A Practical Theology of Liminality Twitter (@NigelRooms)

Emmanuel Buteau returns for a new episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast! Emmanuel and Jonathan Best explore contemporary issues and concerns through practical theology and liminality. In this special Christmas episode, Emmanuel and Jonathan reflect on why things never seem to change. Their conversation begins with a look at the Haitian migrants' situation at Del Rio, Texas last September. Reflecting on the harsh US response, which led to the deportation of thousands, Emmanuel and Jonathan look at the incident within the context of Christmas. The Haitian migrant story is the Christmas story, which desperately seeks a resolution. As a society, we lack the imagination to see this story in any other way. We lack imagination as a people, consequently, we continue propagating the same old reasons as to why we must continue to deny migrants and refugees. We can't see the story in any other way. Imagination fuels our ability to show love and compassion to the other. And without imagination, we're unable to create a better world. Christmas is a time of imagination, of considering and accepting how the impossible happened in our world – God becoming a human being. In the same way, Christmas is a time for imagining something different and accepting what we think is impossible. Christmas is a time for imagination, love, and hope. It's a time for extending our imagination to the migrants and refugees of our world. We hope you enjoy this conversation! It's presented here in its entirety, with only minimal editing.

On this episode it was my pleasure to welcome David Wetton to the podcast! David is the founder and CEO of Spirit in Work Limited, located in Birmingham, England. David mentors and supports business executives by empowering them to access their own inherent inner wisdom, guiding them through a contemplative and transformational journey. David helps others develop purpose led high performing leadership teams using 1 on 1 coaching and tailored leadership programs. David is also the host of the Conscious Leadership Now Podcast, a podcast that interviews some of the world's leaders in the field of Conscious Leadership, both in practice and in thought. David holds degrees from Durham University Business School, Warwick Business School, and Bristol University. David is an ordained UK interfaith minister and spiritual counsellor. David and I had a wonderful conversation. Together we explored his story and experience, particularly his engagement with Celtic spirituality. Using his experiences, David offered some helpful ways to picture liminality, describing it as an “invitation” and “adventure.” David also shared the importance of people and guides along the journey, including the helpful “breadcrumbs” we find along the way. We engaged in an extensive conversation about the changing nature of the workplace and the importance of spirituality and “conscious leadership.” David was a wonderful guest, full of stories and helpful analogies. He also suggested many wonderful resources for understanding liminality, spirituality, and the workplace. I've listed the authors and books he mentioned below. I absolutely loved talking with David, and I'm sure it's a conversation you will love too! Learn More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwetton/ https://pod.co/conscious-leadership-now https://www.facebook.com/SpiritInWork Books and resources quoted from or mentioned during the conversation: A Desert in the Ocean: The Spiritual Journey According to St. Brendan the Navigator by David Adam Joseph Campbell's “Hero's Journey” Edgewalkers: People and Organizations That Take Risks, Build Bridges, and Break New Ground by Judi Neal The Great Growing Up: Being Responsible for Humanity's Future by John Renesch The Soul of a Leader: Finding Your Path to Success and Fulfillment by Margaret Benefiel King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: Rediscovering the Archetypes of the Mature Masculine by Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette Spiritual Leadership in Action: The CEL Story Achieving Extraordinary Results Through Ordinary People by Louis W. W. Fry

Emmanuel Buteau returns for a new “Conversations” episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast! Emmanuel and Jonathan Best explore contemporary issues and concerns through practical theology and liminality. In this deeply personal and reflective episode, Emmanuel and Jonathan tackle the question of faith. Together they explore faith through experience rather than theology or doctrine. Wishing to move away from the “things'' of faith, they instead look at faith as a continual encounter with the “more.” They see faith as that which opens and provokes us to ask questions and explore doubts. Faith, being distinct from belief, grasps and carries us through both good and bad times. Faith is bigger than our religious practices and prayers, it also includes our struggles, disappointment, and doubts. This conversation was fundamentally important to both of them and helped to clarify many things they've been exploring. It's also the longest episode to date! Neither of them really wanted the conversation to end, as they were enjoying it way too much to stop! It's presented here in its entirety, with only minimal editing.

In this episode I had the pleasure of talking with the Rev. Dr. Eileen Campbell-Reed. Eileen is Visiting Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Care at Union Theological Seminary, in New York City. She also teaches for the Women's Leadership Initiative MDiv program for Central Seminary in Nashville, Tennessee. Eileen is co-director of the Learning Pastoral Imagination Project, a study of ministry following 50 pastors and ministers since 2009. She is also founder and host of Three Minute Ministry Mentor, a weekly video, blog, and podcast providing resources that inform and inspire the practice of ministry. Her brand-new book, Pastoral Imagination: Bringing the Practice of Ministry to Life, published by Fortress Press, explores how ministry is cultivated across time, through embodiment and relationships, and in encounters with the holy. The book shares 50 big ministry topics, stories to unpack each topic, supportive resources, and questions for reflection. She is also the author of Anatomy of a Schism (2016), and the State of Clergywomen in the U.S. (2018). Eileen and I discuss her new book and how it came to be. Eileen describes how she got involved in the project and the qualitative research that went into exploring the practice of ministry as described by pastors, chaplains, and activists. Together we discuss the state of ministry today, how it's evolving, and the many unknown challenges that today's ministers face. Eileen's thoughtful insights and deep knowledge of ministry made this an insightful conversation, one that's sure to be thought provoking as we consider the changing face of ministry. This was a learning experience for me and I'm sure it will be for you too! Learn More: https://eileencampbellreed.org/ https://eileencampbellreed.org/welcome-to-three-minute-ministry-mentor/ https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506470061/Pastoral-Imagination

Emmanuel Buteau joins me for a new “Conversations” episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast. Emmanuel and Jonathan Best explore contemporary issues and concerns through practical theology and liminality. In this episode, Emmanuel and Jonathan explore the significance of Easter, particularly in its meaning as a symbol. They place Easter within the context of suffering, asking what the resurrection means in times of suffering and death. Together they ask questions of Easter and explore how global and individual suffering stresses the symbol of Easter. The conversation eventually shifts to the cross, exploring its capacity to hold suffering and the challenge it issues when we encounter it. Emmanuel and Jonathan search together for meaning and clarity, finally reaching a point of understanding about religious symbols and their enduring importance. We enjoyed this conversation and hope you will too! It’s presented here in its entirety, with only minimal editing.

On this episode, I had the amazing opportunity to speak with Phil Allen, Jr. Phil is a Ph.D. candidate in Christian Ethics at Fuller Theological Seminary. He earned a bachelor’s degree in theological studies, with an emphasis in Christian ministries from The King’s University and a Master of Arts in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary, studying Christian ethics. His research involves race theory, theology, ethics, culture, and the theology and ethics of Martin Luther King, Jr. Phil is the founder of the Racial Solidarity Project based in Los Angeles, CA. He is also a pastor, and the founder of Own Your Faith Ministries located in Santa Clarita, CA. Phil has been a speaker/preacher across the U.S. and abroad. Phil is a poet and a documentary film producer. His short film Open Wounds premiered in Los Angeles in January 2020. Phil's passion is for racial justice and healing trauma from racial tragedies and existing structures that perpetuate racial inequities. His book, Open Wounds: A Story of Racial Tragedy, Trauma, and Redemption, published by Fortress Press, is currently out now. The film and book recounts the murder of Phil’s grandfather, Nathaniel Allen. His grandfather was murdered on the Sampit River by his white employer, who lured him into the meeting under the false promise of reconciliation. Allen's death was recorded as an accidental drowning, a deliberate cover-up of the bullet hole seen by more than one witness. During this important conversation we talked about Open Wounds, the process of making it and the important message it carries about race and trauma. Phil’s description of his family’s suffering and the “discipleship of trauma” his and other black families have had to endure is harrowing and powerful. It’s a honest and frank conversation about the problem of empty reconciliation and the necessity for solidarity. I was very much moved by Phil’s story and his perspective, and I hope you will be too. Learn more: https://www.philallenjr.com/

It was my pleasure to talk with Dr. Lisa R. Withrow in this episode. Lisa is an International Coaching Federation-certified leadership coach, an accredited team coach, and consultant with expertise in conflict management, leadership formation and development. She has a Ph.D. in leadership studies and certificates in Executive Leadership, Change Leadership, and High-Performance Leadership, all from Cornell University. In addition, Lisa has a doctorate from the University of Glasgow, Scotland, a Master of Divinity degree from Duke Divinity School, and bachelor's degree from Bucknell University. Previously she served as the Academic Dean at Methodist Theological School in Ohio. Lisa is an independent scholar with twenty years of teaching and administrative leadership in the academy. She is the founder and principal of Clear Transition Strategies, author of six books, and a contributor to leadership journals. Her latest books are Leadership in Unknown Waters: Liminality as Threshold into the Future, published by Lutterworth Press in 2020, and co-author of Crossing Thresholds: A Practical Theology of Liminality, 2021. Lisa shared how an experience of transition and "thin places" while living in Scotland led her to an interest in liminality. Lisa described liminality, its characteristics, and how the liminal journey affects us. Together we explored the importance of growth and curiosity, and the diversity of the liminal experience, and how leaders can help others find their way through liminality. Finally, we talked about Lisa's new publications and the recently formed Guild for Engaged Liminality. Lisa was a great guest, and her rich knowledge is evident throughout the episode. I learned a great deal from Lisa. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/withrowcoach/ New Book: https://www.lutterworth.com/title-info.php/title/leadership-in-unknown-water

A reading of an original essay by Jonathan Best

Emmanuel Buteau is back for another special “Conversations” episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast. Here Emmanuel and Jonathan Best explore contemporary issues and concerns through practical theology and liminality. In this episode, Emmanuel and Jonathan look closely at the challenge of Christmas. It begins with an exploration of “What’s next?” but swiftly turns into a journey into the meaning and importance of Christmas. Emmanuel and Jonathan talk about the choice to remain hopeful, being vigilant in our love, and the need to continually perfect that love. Christmas is an invitation and challenge to enter into a journey of love. The journey of Christmas is liminal, one that brings us to a place of potentiality. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear Emmanuel and Jonathan search for their path through the conversation, until they come to a shared mutual understanding of Christmas neither one of them had anticipated to find. This episode was a joy to record! It’s presented here in its entirety, with only minimal editing.

Emmanuel Buteau (Haitian Institute of Atlanta) returns to Liminal Theology for another "Conversations" episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast. Here Emmanuel and Jonathan Best explore contemporary issues and concerns through practical theology and liminality. In this episode, Emmanuel and Jonathan discuss the question, "Where do we speak?" They explore the power of place and problems of exclusion, isolationism, and segregation. Emmanuel and Jonathan talk about society's fascination with power, our perpetual fear of the "other," and the realization that the places we run from are exactly what we need to completely reorient our lives. Together they reiterate the importance of conversation, especially with the "other," and how those conversations can change our lives. This powerful and personal episode is presented here in its entirety, with only minimal editing.

In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with my good friend Dr. Dennis Chamberland. Dennis is an explorer, author, bio-engineer, award winning nuclear engineer, space life scientist and aquanaut. Dennis was a design engineer at NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center for Advanced Space Life Support Systems being considered for Moon and Mars bases. During his 30-year distinguished career at NASA, Dennis was privileged to apply his skills to the NASA Safety Organization, as an Operational Safety Specialist for the space shuttle orbiter fleet. While at KSC, Dennis also managed NASA scientific medical and environmental contracts. He sat as the Chairman of the NASA Kennedy Space Center Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) for 14 years, where he acted as a NASA representative on several Agency biomedical ethics review boards. Dennis also published the 1986 groundbreaking cover story on the bioethics of genetic engineering in Christianity Today. He is the chief architect, design engineer and builder of several undersea habitats, including NASA’s Scott Carpenter Space Analog Station. Dennis served as the NASA Mission Commander for 14 undersea missions and is the author of the seminal and visionary work Undersea Colonies. He is widely considered the world’s leading professional in permanent undersea colonization. Dennis also joined a NASA grant team in 2018-2019 to design and build a Mars Colony for the Wings of Eagles Discovery Center near Corning, New York, participating in all phases of the design, construction, and implementation. Dennis is also the 2018 recipient of the prestigious Nuclear Professional of the Year Award from the International Atomic Energy Agency. He is the author of over 100 technical and scientific publications as well as 26 books. Dennis and I had a great conversation about science, faith, space travel, and living on Mars. Being a scientist and a person of faith, Dennis shared the importance of both and the "benchmark" that holds both of them in place. Together we explored the contemporary landscape of the science vs. religion debate and how neither needs to be in conflict with the other. We wrap things up with a conversation about science and liminality, space travel, living on Mars, and a Martian washing machine. Throughout the conversation, Dennis shares his deep faith, rich scientific knowledge, and humor. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Colleen Warner Colaner. Colleen is an associate professor in the Department of Communication, and co-director of the Institute of Family Diversity and Communication at the University of Missouri. Her research examines how communication shapes and sustains relationships in complex, diverse, and modern family structures and experiences. Colleen is the founder and owner of Adopting Communication, a family communication education organization that serves to provide families with communication strategies to promote cooperation and connection. Colleen's work has been published in Communication Monographs, Communication Research, Sex Roles, Journal of Family Communication, and Adoption Quarterly in addition to regional and specialty journals. Recently she contributed a chapter to Neither Here Nor There: The Many Voices of Liminality titled “Adoption and Cross-Cultural Parenting." Colleen describes some of the issues and challenges that adoptees face, including the experience of "permanent liminality." Colleen shares some of the methods that have been found helpful for adoptive parents. She also describes what children mean in our lives and the tendency for parents to view their child as a "mini me." Together we talk about the nature of family and the importance of extended family networks. Finally, we talk about raising awareness around adoption and adoption issues, including the need to remove lingering cultural stigmas around adoption. Learn more: https://www.colleencolaner.com

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Adam Pyror. Adam Pryor is Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas. He is the author of The God who Lives, Body of Christ Incarnate for You, and most recently Living with Tiny Aliens: The Image of God for the Anthropocene. His chapter, "Intersections, Kairos, and Cyborgs," in Neither Here Nor There The Many Voices of Liminality is the subject of our conversation. His research focuses on emergence theory, religion and science, and phenomenologies of the body. We discuss Adam's religion and science, particularly his interest in the human body as an ecosystem. Later we delve into a range of topics including incarnation, cyborgs, our mutual love for Paul Tillich, the symbology of mask wearing, and the "kairos moment." To top it all off, Adam shares his love for science fiction. This is a jam packed episode, one that I greatly enjoyed participating in. I hope you enjoy it too! Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/Adam-Pryor/e/B0886BDJ4T/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1

The conclusion of my chat with Jon DeWaal. Jon is the creator and executive director of Liminal Space, a nonprofit that helps individuals navigate life’s major transitions. Liminal Space combines the often segregated disciplines of spiritual direction, life coaching and counseling in order to provide tools and resources that allow clients to intentionally and courageously embrace their future. In part 2, we explore the need for empathy and understanding along life's journey. We then discuss the spirituality of liminality and the importance of questioning and doubt, including the desire for honesty and authenticity within religion. Jon shares some of his favorite artists and thinkers, and we conclude our chat with a look at what's next for Liminal Space. Learn more: https://inaliminalspace.org

On this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Jon DeWaal. Jon is the creator and executive director of Liminal Space, a nonprofit that helps individuals navigate life’s major transitions. Jon attended The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology, receiving his Master of Divinity in 2007. Liminal Space combines the often segregated disciplines of spiritual direction, life coaching and counseling in order to provide tools and resources that allow clients to intentionally and courageously embrace their future. In part 1, Jon describes his definition of liminality by drawing on his own experiences of it. We discuss the creation of Liminal Space and the situations that led him to ask the big questions about life. Jon and I talk about the space needed to ask those big questions, the importance of the liminal guide, and learning to "let go" for the journey. Learn more: https://inaliminalspace.org

The conclusion of my talk with the Rev. Dr. Sonja B. Williams. We continue our discussion on racism, Black Lives Matter, and the state of the church and the academy in this important episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast. Sonja is the Dean of Students at Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. In part 2, we discuss the tearing down and rebuilding of social structures, the search for hope, and the need to be healers in a hurting nation. Sonja and I share our love for science fiction and Sonja talks about her participation in a brand-new podcast called "This Moment Friends." Sonja’s new podcast, learn more: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FmFwQiTOz1EEwCviJG5Lz

Rev. Sonja B. Williams, Ph.D. joins me to talk about racism, Black Lives Matter, and the state of the church and the academy in this important episode of the Liminal Theology Podcast. Sonja is the Dean of Students at Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis Missouri. In part 1, we discuss a "nation on hospice," connecting Sonja's time as a hospice chaplain with the current situation in America. We explore the importance of conversation, listening, and activism during this crucial turning point in history. Sonja argues that it's time for the church to get involved and move beyond "thoughts and prayers." Her question for the church is: "Have you prepared us for this moment?" Sonja's new podcast, learn more: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FmFwQiTOz1EEwCviJG5Lz

Emmanuel Buteau (Haitian Institute of Atlanta)returns to Liminal Theology for the first of a brand new series of podcast episodes called "Conversations." Here Emmanuel and Jonathan Best explore contemporary issues and concerns through practical theology and liminality. In this episode, Emmanuel and Jonathan discuss the question, "Is there hope?" It's an honest and frank engagement with issues such as suffering, white privilege, power, and injustice. The episode is presented here in its entirety, with only minimal editing.

The conclusion of my chat with Michelle Trebilcock, Ph.D. Michelle is an Anglican Priest and Chaplain at the Brotherhood of St. Laurence in Melbourne, Australia. She's also a contributor to a new book on Liminality titled, Neither Here nor There: The Many Voices of Liminality. In Part 2, Michelle and I explored life and uncertainty after Covid-19, mindfulness, the importance of Holy Saturday, hermeneutics, and liminal spirituality. Learn more: https://www.lutterworth.com/title-info.php/title/neither-here-nor-there

In this episode, I chat with Michelle Trebilcock, Ph.D. Michelle is an Anglican Priest and Chaplain at the Brotherhood of St. Laurence in Melbourne, Australia. She's also a contributor to a new book on Liminality titled, Neither Here nor There: The Many Voices of Liminality. Michelle and I explored spirituality and meditation, ritual vs. ceremony, instability, the future of the Church, and uncertainty during the pandemic. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/Neither-Here-There-Timothy-Carson/dp/0718895436

In this episode, I conclude my conversation with Mary Lane Potter. Mary is a novelist, writer, and teacher. She’s published numerous works including novels, short stories, and creative nonfiction essays. Her first novel, A Woman of Salt, was selected as a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers selection in 2001. Before writing fiction, Mary received a Ph.D. in Christian theology from the University of Chicago Divinity School. When she converted to Judaism in 1991, she left her tenured position, earned an M.F.A. in creative writing, and began publishing fiction. Mary recently completed a book-length spiritual autobiography entitled Seeking God and Losing the Way: A Story of Love and Conversions. Together we explore her conversion to Judaism, writing fiction, and authors and thinkers that inspire Mary. Learn more: www.marylanepotter.com

In this episode, I talk with Mary Lane Potter. Mary is a novelist, writer, and teacher. She’s published numerous works including novels, short stories, and creative nonfiction essays. Her first novel, A Woman of Salt, was selected as a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers selection in 2001. Before writing fiction, Mary received a Ph.D. in Christian theology from the University of Chicago Divinity School. When she converted to Judaism in 1991, she left her tenured position, earned an M.F.A. in creative writing, and began publishing fiction. Mary recently completed a book-length spiritual autobiography entitled Seeking God and Losing the Way: A Story of Love and Conversions. Together we explore the liminality of writing, the joy of discovery, and Mary’s journey from academic theology to writing fiction. Mary describes meeting anthropologist Victor Turner, individual and cultural transitions, and her writing process. Learn more: http://www.marylanepotter.com

The conclusion of my talk with Ian Rodwell. Ian is a Ph.D. researcher at City University in London. He's the creator of Liminal Narratives, a website exploring liminal spaces and the stories that inhabit them. In Liminal Narratives, Ian explores places such as corridors, staircases, ruins, beaches, and crossroads. Ian is also a knowledge and learning specialist at a leading global law firm. Together we explore liminality within organizations, bus stops, airports and roads. Learn more: www.liminalnarratives.com Twitter: @liminalnarrate

In this episode, I talk with Ian Rodwell. Ian is a Ph.D. researcher at City University in London. He's the creator of Liminal Narratives, a website exploring liminal spaces and the stories that inhabit them. In Liminal Narratives, Ian explores places such as corridors, staircases, ruins, beaches, and crossroads. Ian is also a knowledge and learning specialist at a leading global law firm. Together we explore liminality within organizations, bus stops, airports and roads. Learn more: www.liminalnarratives.com Twitter: @liminalnarrate

The conclusion of my interview with Jennifer Kerr Budziak. Dr. Budziak is an active Chicago area liturgical musician, author, conductor, cantor, and is a widely published and recorded composer and arranger of liturgical music. She currently serves as Editor for Music Formation Resources at GIA Publications and is an assistant conductor for the Chicago Symphony Chorus. She's also the host of the podcast, Sing Amen! – Ministering through Music! Learn more: https://singamen.giamusic.com/ministeringthoughmusic-podcast/

In this episode I interview Jennifer Kerr Budziak. Dr. Budziak is an active Chicago area liturgical musician, author, conductor, cantor, and is a widely published and recorded composer and arranger of liturgical music. She currently serves as Editor for Music Formation Resources at GIA Publications and is an assistant conductor for the Chicago Symphony Chorus. She's also the host of the podcast, Sing Amen! – Ministering through Music! Learn more: https://singamen.giamusic.com/ministeringthoughmusic-podcast/

The conclusion of my I talk with the Rev. Dr. Timothy Carson. Tim is a pastor, writer, theologian, and curator of The Liminality Project. Tim is also the author of Liminal Reality and Transformational Power and the editor of the anthology Neither Here nor There: The Many Voices of Liminality. Tim teaches a liminality seminar class in the Honors College of the University of Missouri. In this episode we explore definitions of liminality and the experience of it both inside and outside religious contexts. Learn More: https://theliminalityproject.org/

In this episode I talk with the Rev. Dr. Timothy Carson. Tim is a pastor, writer, theologian, and curator of The Liminality Project. Tim is also the author of Liminal Reality and Transformational Power and the editor of the anthology Neither Here nor There: The Many Voices of Liminality. Tim teaches a liminality seminar class in the Honors College of the University of Missouri. In this episode we explore definitions of liminality and the experience of it both inside and outside religious contexts. Learn More: https://theliminalityproject.org/

I conclude my conversation with Dr. Paul Chilcote. Paul is a Wesley scholar, church historian, and theologian. Recently retired, Paul has served numerous academic institutions, including Asbury Theological Seminary (Orlando), Ashland Theological School, and Duke University. He also served as a missionary in Kenya and as a founding faculty member of Africa University in Zimbabwe. Paul is the author of more than twenty books. His latest book, Active Faith: Resisting 4 Dangerous Ideologies with the Wesleyan Way, is the subject of this episode. Learn More: Active Faith www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781791001728/ www.amazon.com/Active-Faith-Resisting-Dangerous-Ideologies-ebook/dp/B07XVS6PWM Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Paul-W.-Chilcote/e/B00VZ1QBO2%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

In this episode I talk with Dr. Paul Chilcote. Paul is a Wesley scholar, church historian, and theologian. Recently retired, Paul has served numerous academic institutions, including Asbury Theological Seminary (Orlando), Ashland Theological School, and Duke University. He also served as a missionary in Kenya and as a founding faculty member of Africa University in Zimbabwe. Paul is the author of more than twenty books. His latest book, Active Faith: Resisting 4 Dangerous Ideologies with the Wesleyan Way, is the subject of this episode. Learn More: Active Faith www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781791001728/ www.amazon.com/Active-Faith-Resisting-Dangerous-Ideologies-ebook/dp/B07XVS6PWM Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Paul-W.-Chilcote/e/B00VZ1QBO2%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

In this episode I conclude my conversation with the Reverend Kate Hanch. Kate is a PhD candidate in theology and ethics at Garrett Evangelical Seminary. She holds a BA from Missouri Baptist University and a MDiv from Central Baptist Theological Seminary. She currently serves as associate pastor of youth and families at First St. Charles United Methodist Church in St. Charles, Missouri.

In this episode I talk with the Reverend Kate Hanch. Kate is a PhD candidate in theology and ethics at Garrett Evangelical Seminary. She holds a BA from Missouri Baptist University and a MDiv from Central Baptist Theological Seminary. She currently serves as associate pastor of youth and families at First St. Charles United Methodist Church in St. Charles, Missouri.

In this episode I continue my talk with Dr. Marc Boswell. Marc is the current director of the faith-based non-profit, Together for Hope, in Lake Providence, Louisiana. Marc is the founding editor of Progressive Southern Theologians, a collective of progressive spiritual writers and theologians working in the South. Marc describes his theological journey and his work in Louisiana. Learn more: Southern Progressive Theologians https://www.progressivesoutherntheologians.com/ Together for Hope Louisiana https://www.facebook.com/togetherforhopelouisiana/

In this episode I talk with Dr. Marc Boswell. Marc is the current director of the faith-based non-profit, Together for Hope, in Lake Providence, Louisiana. Marc is the founding editor of Progressive Southern Theologians, a collective of progressive spiritual writers and theologians working in the South. Marc describes his theological journey and his work in Louisiana. Learn more: Southern Progressive Theologians https://www.progressivesoutherntheologians.com/ Together for Hope Louisiana https://www.facebook.com/togetherforhopelouisiana/

Part 2 of my conversation with Emmanuel Buteau. Guest Bio: Emmanuel Buteau holds a PhD in Practical Theology from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida. He emigrated from Haiti to the United States in 1993 and currently serves as Executive Director of the Haitian Institute of Atlanta, which he co-founded in 2017 with his wife Danielle and several other friends. Learn More: Haitian Institute of Atlanta http://haitianinstitute.org/

In this episode I talk with Dr. Emmanuel Buteau, director of the Haitian Institute of Atlanta. Emmanuel describes the religious and cultural experience of Haiti, the deep spirituality of the country, and how Haiti changed him theologically. This is part 1 or 2. Guest Bio: Emmanuel Buteau holds a PhD in Practical Theology from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida. He emigrated from Haiti to the United States in 1993 and currently serves as Executive Director of the Haitian Institute of Atlanta, which he co-founded in 2017 with his wife Danielle and several other friends. Learn More: Haitian Institute of Atlanta http://haitianinstitute.org/

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