Mile Hi Church Podcast

Sun., Sept. 14Thriving Through Changewith Michelle MedranoThis time of year, the leaves start to change color on the trees. Most of us welcome this and celebrate the beauty of it. Yet, when the leaves of the conditions and circumstances of our lives begin to change, the feeling of panic can overwhelm us. Explore the powerful principles that can support you when profound changes arrive.

In this special Midweek Renewal, Dr. Lloyd Barrett invites us to discover “the other you”—the deeper, more radiant self alive with divine energy, creativity, and purpose. Through heartfelt stories, wisdom from Ernest Holmes, spiritual practices, and personal experiences of healing and transformation, Dr. Barrett reminds us that we are all enveloped in an ocean of magnificence.

Sun., Sept. 7Learning To Live; Learning To DieEmbracing the Fullness of Lifewith Josh ReevesLife and death are two realities that constantly fill our own existence. To reduce death to the process of dying is like reducing life to being born. Explore what spiritual teachers have taught about life and death.

Sun., Aug. 31The Fire of Inner Vision    with Patty LuckenbachLearn ways to open to a greater vision of your life. Polish your inner vision to see beyond the exterior of things and to perceive yourself and others for who they truly are. Open your heart to the spiritual truth of your being and see how Infinite wisdom perceives what is really real.

Sun., Aug. 24This Is the Day the Lord Has Madewith Josh ReevesCharlie Kaufman said that for seven billion people in the world, no one is an extra. You are the lead character in your story. In this spirit, we explore the spiritual idea that God made this day just for you—to learn, grow, celebrate, and bring forth the best that's within you.

Sun., Aug. 17The Magic WithinAlchemy of the Mind and Heartwith Jackie HarrisExplore the transformative power that arises when thought and feeling, mind and heart, work together in harmony. True magic isn't external; it's the conscious blending of mental clarity and heart-centered presence unlocking healing, purpose, and profound personal change.

Sun., Aug. 10The Ground, the Flower, and the PrincipleThe Majesty of Spiritual Livingwith Josh ReevesLearn the three stages of spiritual practice: meditation or the ground, prayer or the fruit, guidance or the principle. We will explore how each stage brings us closer to Spirit and helps us live meaningful, creative lives.

Sun., Aug. 3Spellbound No Morewith Michelle MedranoThe mind can get activated and head down a rabbit hole. Wouldn't it be nice if the rabbit hole was one of joy, light, and happiness? When we get spellbound by our challenges or issues, there is a way to support ourselves and change our state of being.

Sun., July 27Living the Right-Place and Right-Time Kind of Lifewith Michelle MedranoThe dance between believing we control every outcome and there is something greater in charge, is always afoot. Finding the balance in both approaches can be challenging. And avoiding the polarity gives us the most power.

Sun., July 20Love All the Timewith Patty LuckenbachIt has been stated that God is love, no matter how dark things get. God is not preoccupied nor enfeebled by our ignorance. Everyone wants to be told they are true and wholly acceptable. Only love gets fists to open and hearts to unite in compassion and kinship.

In this episode, Zemirah interviews Gayan Gregory Long on how kirtan—a sacred music and chanting tradition—can serve as a powerful and transformative spiritual practice.

Sun., July 13Entering the KingdomLiving in Spiritual Realitywith Josh ReevesWhat were Jesus's teachings about experiencing the kingdom of heaven, and what did he mean by that? Is the kingdom of heaven a place or a consciousness? Do we enter it through joining the right church or our inner work? Does it cost money to get in or does it require the willingness to give everything away?

Sun., July 6Spirit of IndependenceAmerica. Can You Hear Her?with Josh ReevesAmerica speaks through its elected leaders, armed service members, and incredible arts, but it speaks most emphatically through its people—incredible Americans who have shaped the role of spirituality, human rights, and possibility not only for Americans but for the world. America is always speaking. Can you hear her?

Sun., June 29The Sound of SilenceListening for the Voice of the Divine Femininewith ZemirahThere's a voice that doesn't speak in words—a presence felt more than heard—that's subtle, yet profoundly felt. In a world that rushes and shouts, the Divine Feminine calls us not with noise but with stillness, inviting us to slow down, soften, and truly listen. Explore three sacred doorways that leads to the heart of what is holy.

Why Are You Here?with Roger TeelWhen we step back from the whirlwind of our lives—from the continual flow of thoughts, activities, goals, demands, and distractions—ultimate questions are given room to emerge. Ponder "soul questions" like, Why am I here? Why did I choose to be on Earth at this time? These questions invite us to explore more deeply, and the insights will shine a guiding light upon everything we allow to fill our days.

Sun., June 15A Place To StandCourage, Resilience, Responsibilitywith Josh ReevesYounger generations these days are fond of proclaiming, “Live your best life.” This sounds good, but what does it really mean? Does it mean do what makes you feel good no matter what, putting yourself first? Could it mean living life from a higher calling that is willing to make sacrifices of your personal good for the greater good of others? Living your best life is serving a cause greater than yourself and discovering who you really are in the serving.

Two-Week SeriesSacred Intimacywith Josh ReevesOriah Mountain Dreamer proclaimed, "This is what I ache for: intimacy with myself, others, and the world—intimacy that touches the sacred in all that is life.”How close do you live in awareness of the heart of life? How about in the closeness of your most appreciated connections? How about with your own feelings, desires, and self-knowingness? Do you live within a whisper of the Spirit or does its memory haunt you from afar?Sacred Intimacy is about having an ever-growing faith and trust in the heart of life—knowing it's everywhere but being keenly aware of how our own past can block you from it. Living close with the heart of life, we rejoice in it. In turn, it rejoices in us.Sun., June 8Mindful Vulnerability aka How Not To Be a DoormatHow can you live a life of heart—from unconditional love and incredible trust—from a strong house of self-awareness and joy and not as a trounced upon doormat who others take advantage of?A key to sacred intimacy is an ever-increasing self-awareness. We don't get this kind of self-awareness through vision boards or tarot cards but honest self-assessment and making clearer choices. It demands a mindful vulnerability that grows with greater self-awareness, boundaries, and forgiveness.

Two-Week SeriesSacred Intimacywith Josh ReevesOriah Mountain Dreamer proclaimed, "This is what I ache for: intimacy with myself, others, and the world—intimacy that touches the sacred in all that is life.”How close do you live in awareness of the heart of life? How about in the closeness of your most appreciated connections? How about with your own feelings, desires, and self-knowingness? Do you live within a whisper of the Spirit or does its memory haunt you from afar?Sacred Intimacy is about having an ever-growing faith and trust in the heart of life—knowing it's everywhere but being keenly aware of how our own past can block you from it. Living close with the heart of life, we rejoice in it. In turn, it rejoices in us.Sun., June 1Don't Be Afraid To Be IntimateHow To Always Be Cozy With the Heart of LifeHow do you live life, not in an artificial harmony, but in a sacred intimacy? The heart of life isn't hard to find…it's right here. But to be one with it, we have to move past our beliefs that we are not one and any artificial understanding that limits an authentic experience of sacred intimacy with all of life.

Sun., May 25Embracing Spiritual Freedomwith Jackie HarrisWhen we embrace spiritual freedom, we feel authentic, whole, and resilient to life's distractions. Let's spend time considering how to embody spiritual freedom and transform our lives.Featuring a poem by Lisa Roe.

Zemirah interviews Josh about his new book, Sacred Time.

Sun., May 18The Spirit of Forgettingwith Josh ReevesIn our society, we place so much value upon remembering that we may undervalue forgetting. For as long as the list of people, places, and experiences you may remember, there is equally a long list of things you'd be better off completely forgetting. Embrace the spirit of forgetting and learn how it can be the key to remembering what is most important.

Two-Week Sunday SeriesAdventures in Prosperitywith Michelle MedranoSun., May 11Surrendering the Barriers To GoodIs it better to give than receive? The art of receivership is a powerful art that all prosperous beings must learn. We can open ourselves up to a greater good if we choose to.

Two-Week Sunday SeriesAdventures in Prosperitywith Michelle MedranoSun., May 4Rich Spirit, Poor ConsciousnessThroughout our lives, we may have made some agreements in consciousness (beliefs, experiences, decisions) from the energy of lack or limitation. Yet, the creator of our Universe is a creator of abundance. We can learn to make new decisions that align with the spiritual truth.

Zemirah welcomes Randy Ferguson to share the transformative experiences and profound insights he gained while walking the Camino de Santiago. From moments of challenge to deep revelation, Randy reflects on how the pilgrimage shaped his life and inspired his book The Opening. This conversation is a heartful exploration of spiritual growth, inner clarity, and the power of the path beneath our feet.

Sun., April 27Our Sacred Earthwith Barry EbertAs we celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, we'll focus on something we all have in common—home base—this amazing planet we live on that supplies us with all we need and reminds us every day that we are in a reciprocal relationship.The environmental movement is still alive and well. Let's affirm that together and commit ourselves to respect, protect, and honor our sacred home.

Sun., April 20Easter SundayTree of Lifewith Josh ReevesJesus's story is extraordinary, and it is also the most relatable. Like Jesus, each of us is born of an unseen Spirit called to bring our divinely inspired gifts to the world. Each of us experiences rejection and forgiveness. And all of us who search for a light amid turmoil, experience being reborn in awareness of a Holy Spirit.This Easter, we explore the spiritual life of Christ and all of us through the symbol of the Tree of Life. The Tree of Life that symbolizes what stands between us and the Infinite—roots and wings, heaven and Earth, the temporal and the eternal.

Sun., April 13Spring Cleaning for the SoulLiving the Christ Lifewith Josh ReevesWhat does it mean to live the Christ life? Is it unreasonable to strive for? Can we live a Christ-light life instead?Living the Christ life means putting love first, serving first, faith first. Let's look not only to Jesus but to the many great spiritual teachers who showed us how to live the Christ life.

Sun., April 6Spring Cleaning for the SoulDetoxing From Negativitywith Michelle MedranoSometimes the conditions of life feel as though there is too much negativity. There are some great spiritual truths and techniques to detox and protect ourselves from negative influences.

Explore the journey of grief and healing with Patty Luckenbach and Michelle Medrano as they reflect on loss, love, and mourning.

Sun., March 30Spring Cleaning for the SoulSoul Awakeningwith Roger TeelWith spring beginning to dawn all around us, it's the perfect time to awaken more fully to the presence and power of the soul. This core reality within each of us contains our unlimited potential, our undeniable light, and our unstoppable aliveness. This message offers us the opportunity to re-enchant our lives by deepening our connection with the soul dimension, that miracle of the Spirit within us all.

Sun., March 23Blueprints of the InfiniteBecome the Master Builder of Your Lifewith Zemirah JazwierskaThere is a sacred blueprint within you, a Divine architectural design waiting to be anchored and expanded in your awareness. We'll look at mystical traditions, sacred geometry, and patterns of creation to see how the power of intention, spiritual practice, and spiritual discernment can help you become the master builder of your life, shaping a reality rooted in the serenity of your Divine nature.

Sun., March 16The Meaning of Lifewith Josh ReevesThere are many inspirational thoughts about the meaning of life. Jesus said it was spiritual rebirth. Charles Schulz said it's anyone and anything that's loved by you. Psychologists like Jung and Maslow said it was personal development or self-actualization. Others have said it's something we ourselves choose. Today we talk about the most intimate of topics—the very meaning of your life.

Sun., March 9The Journey From Victim To Victorwith Michelle MedranoWe all have experiences in life that can leave us feeling victimized, from large hurts and betrayals to small daily irritations. Empowered living and freedom come from rising out of victimhood.

Sun., March 2What Is Your Worth Worth?with Josh ReevesWhat is your individual value and how do you measure it? Is it by how much you have, how much of your potential you've realized, or by the impact you've had on others? When we unearth our own value, the treasures of life reveal themselves.

Sun., Feb. 23All My Little Flawswith Josh ReevesI have these little flaws I don't want you to see. Yet, if I try to hide these flaws from you, I am refusing your ability to see the real me.  And if you did see the real me, it might help me accept myself, and help you do the same.  God bless these little flaws.

Sun., Feb. 16The Fall Into Lovewith Michelle MedranoFalling in love requires great vulnerability. Whether we allow ourselves to fall in love romantically or with our work, ourselves, or our world, are you willing to fall?

Sun., Feb. 9Practice, Not Perfectwith Josh ReevesSpiritual living doesn't give you a perfect life. But if you can keep up a spiritual practice, it will reveal an awareness of something perfect that's running through your life.  We do our spiritual practice, not to make perfect, but to bring about the consciousness that allows us to receive and make the best of our day to day living.

Sun., Feb. 2Atonement or At-one-ment?with Michelle MedranoMany of us have been taught to atone for our mistakes or sins, and there can be power in spiritual atonement. Yet, it will always be most effective when it returns us to our at-one-ment.

Four-Week Sunday SeriesBack To Basics 2025The Divine Ideawith Josh ReevesSun., Jan. 26What Is Greater Than What WasHere is a divine idea: what is, is always equal or greater than what was. Embrace this idea and you embrace a life of meaning and adventure.

Four-Week Sunday SeriesBack To Basics 2025The Divine Ideawith Josh ReevesSun., Jan. 19Oneness RevealedAs humanity, we are better than how we sometimes think about and treat one another. Our very purpose is to reveal the oneness that is at the true heart of life.

Four-Week Sunday SeriesBack To Basics 2025The Divine Ideawith Josh ReevesSun., Jan. 12God Is MoreNever limit God, and your life will be filled with possibilities.Music: Featuring guest artist, Eddie Watkins Jr., and the Mile Hi Band

Four-Week Sunday SeriesBack To Basics 2025The Divine Ideawith Josh ReevesSun., Jan. 5Co-create Your Life With Love IntelligenceThere is a power for good in the Universe, and you can use it.Music: Featuring Thom Lich and the Mile Hi Band

Sun., Dec. 29Fan the Spark of Curiosity Within Youwith Jackie HarrisIt's been a year of wars and rumors of wars throughout the world; of dramatic weather patterns and drama at the polls; and the flurry of getting everything done for the holidays. We've spent so much time in the exterior world, it is time to pause and spend time in our interior world. Let's get curious!Music: Featuring Barry Ebert and the Mile Hi Band_________________________________Mile Hi is a New Thought church in Lakewood, Colorado. Practical and universal spirituality, affirmative prayer, meditation, and oneness are at the heart of all we do. Our community focuses on healing, growth, empowerment, positive living, mindfulness, a grounded spiritual path, overcoming anxiety, focusing on forgiveness, and fostering healthy relationships. Michelle Medrano and Josh Reeves are the lead ministers teaching the Science of Mind and Spirit.The best way to get engaged and receive all the good things we'd like to share with you is by following us on social media, signing up for emails, and attending or watching our services!Visit our website at http://www.milehichurch.orgFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milehi.churchMeditate with us on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/milehichurchFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milehichurch/9077 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226(303) 237-8851

Sun., Dec. 22The Gift of Lifewith Josh ReevesThe gifts of life are being given all the time, but are you receiving them? Whether it's the gift of relationships, of solitude, of play, or of purpose, the greatest gift is life itself.

Sun., Dec. 15The Fourth Magiwith Roger TeelThere is both a wondrous gift and a magnificent purpose offered to us in the Christmas experience. This gift opens us to an inner dimension of vast energy, wisdom and power. The purpose initiates us into the calling of the soul—a path of true meaning and fulfillment. The great question is will we join the Magi and embrace the journey to the birthplace of love and light?

Sun., Dec. 8You Can't Stop the Musicwith Josh ReevesWhich do you identify more with—being an instrument or the music that it plays? Certainly, we are both. But where instruments can rust, great music goes on forever. Let's celebrate the everlasting music of the Spirit.  You can't stop the music.Music: Featuring guest artist Cody Qualls, Thom Lich, and the Mile Hi Band

Sun., Dec. 1The Cosmic Christwith Michelle MedranoHow does our faith tradition embrace Jesus and the Christ? Learn how it impacts our celebration of the holidays.

Sun., Nov. 24Season of Light: Rites of Passagewith Michelle MedranoAs we begin to move into the sacred days of December, let's refresh our celebration with new activities, rituals, and practices that can have profound meaning for us.

Sun., Nov. 17Home Is Where the _____ Iswith Josh ReevesFill in the blank—home is where the ____ is. For some of us, it's "heart.” For some of us, it's "hurt." For some of us, it's "work." Let's look at the concept of home as to what it means to us and as something we can reinvent in a way that fills our life with soul and the freedom to be who we truly are.

Josh & Michelle converse about the 2024 United States presidential election.