Podcasts about feasting

Dr. Rob Chisholm, Pastor

In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with church planter, coach, and author Marc Lucenius, lead pastor of 938 Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Marc recently released his new book, Rest for the Restless, a practical and deeply personal exploration of how leaders can sustain healthy ministry without sacrificing their souls. Marc shares the story of planting 938 Church with Stadia Church Planting, navigating the challenges of launching a church just before the pandemic, and leading through the uncertainty that followed. Along the way, he learned firsthand the dangers of burnout, resentment, self-pity, and the relentless pressure many church leaders place on themselves. Drawing from his own experiences and years of ministry leadership, Marc unpacks the biblical principle of Sabbath—not simply as a day off, but as a way of life rooted in trust, enjoyment, and freedom. He challenges the common assumption that productivity and spiritual maturity are the same thing and offers a healthier vision of leadership that flows from rest rather than striving. Greg and Marc also discuss how our personal stories shape our relationship with work, achievement, and ministry. They explore practical ways leaders can embrace rhythms of rest, cultivate meaningful friendships, process emotional wounds, and avoid the subtle traps of burnout. The conversation concludes with a powerful reminder that sustainable ministry isn't about slowing down ambition—it's about learning to live and lead from a place of wholeness, trust, and joy in what God has already accomplished. Table of Contents:  00:00 – 03:20 Introduction to Marc Lucenius, 938 Church, and church planting in Philadelphia. 03:20 – 05:30 Planting through the pandemic and helping launch another church. 05:30 – 08:00 The inspiration behind Rest for the Restless. 08:00 – 11:30 Burnout, exhaustion, and the difference between performing ministry and living it. 11:30 – 15:00 The biblical vision of Sabbath and learning a different story. 15:00 – 18:30 Ceasing vs. switching: why leaders struggle to truly rest. 18:30 – 21:30 Feasting, enjoyment, and building a satisfying life in Christ. 21:30 – 24:30 Emotional health, healing ministry wounds, and sustainable leadership. 24:30 – 27:45 Practical advice for church planters: friendship, accountability, and longevity.  

This Sunday at the 10am we are continuing our series in the book of Zechariah and, Senior Pastor, Sam Williamson, will be preaching on Zechariah 7-8 - From Fasting to Feasting

Series Title: Old Paths New Power Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:16-18 & 9:14-15 Stream Date: June 7, 2026

The PM team are back, to take look back at Fish's final studio album, Weltschmerz. Joined by Stuart Chandler, Paul Cavander, Stuart Mitchell and Andy McIntosh - the guys discuss this historic album, with the benefit of hindsight, post the "Road to the Isles" tour, to gauge it's legacy, now the dust has settled.Have Craig & Mezza changed their view on this album? What do the panel think of it? Listen in to find out......Look out for part 2 of this discussion next week, including listener comments...

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In this episode, I talk about Joshua, courage, and what it means to step into the Jordan before the waters part. I share Jen's powerful conversion story and how her faith reminds all of us that we can do hard things when we know the gospel is true. I also talk about Jericho, keeping the commandments with exactness, and trusting that when the Lord asks us to keep walking, the walls really can come down. To sign up to get these podcasts sent straight to your inbox, click HERE To purchase Feasting on the Words of Christ by me, Melanie Stroud, click HERE

We don't need to worry when our souls are feasting on God.Reading Plan: Worship - Psalm 63:5-11Wisdom - Proverbs 14:6-8Witness - 2 Kings 17-19Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

Feasting With the Father

In this message, “Feasting on the Word,” we explore John 6:1–15, 35 and the deeper meaning beneath one of Jesus' most remembered miracles. While the crowd in the wilderness was physically hungry, John's Gospel points toward another kind of hunger—the hunger of the human soul. Connecting Jesus to Moses, manna in the wilderness, and the promise of “a prophet like Moses” from Deuteronomy 18:15, this sermon reflects on Jesus as both the “Word made flesh” and the “Bread of Life.” Scripture is not simply information to study—it is nourishment that feeds courage, hope, resilience, and faith. Through personal stories, reflections on Christian formation, and encouragement for families, this message invites listeners to move beyond “spiritual snacks” and instead feast regularly on the life-giving Word of God.  

Many people are experiencing a spiritual famine while there is plenty of spiritual nourishment all around. This was the case for Jacob and his family. It was only after they followed God's leading, did they arrive at a land of plenty. God would use their time in Egypt to prosper them, and set them up to be a great people, eventually guiding them to the Promised Land. Then, and only then, would they bring forth the Savior and bless the whole world. Learn more in this message.

The Ruling Elder Podcast speaks to Drew Gordon about his book 'The Elders of the People: Leadership in Christ's Church' (Grassmarket Press, Pittsburgh, PA, 2025).Drew is a ruling elder in the Reformed Presbyterian Church in North America, serving in Covenant Fellowship RP church in Pittsburgh PA, and is publications director for Crown and Covenant Publications.Other books in the series mentioned in the podcast;Written on the Heart: The Law of God by Stephen SteeleRemember the Poor: Cultivating a Heart of Generosity by Peter SmithWorship, Feasting, Rest, Mercy: The Christian Sabbath by Daniel HoweTogether: Why We Need the Local Church by Gabriel and Isaac WingfieldOther books in the series can be found at Grassmarket PressDrew's recommended books.Timothy Z. Witmer, The Shepherd Leader: Achieving Effective Shepherding in Your Church (P&R Publishing, 2010)Lawrence R. Eyres, The Elders of the Church, (P&R Publishing, 1975)Leonard Stob, Mission Directed: Governing your Christian School with Purpose (Kindle Ebook)Archibald Allison's OS article on Biblical Qualifications for Elders can be found here. (Ordained Servant — Vol. 3, No. 4, pp. 80-96)

Feasting on Hope (How God Sets a Table in the Wilderness) … GUEST Hannah Miller King … priest & writer in the Anglican Church in North America … Associate Rector at The Vine Anglican Church in Western NC … Her writing has appeared in CT, The Living Church, and other outlets. The mortification of sin - John Owen’s book… GUEST Kathy Keller ... formerly served as ass't dir of communications for Redeemer Presby Church in NYC ... author of "Jesus, Justice, & Gender Roles: A Case for Gender Roles in Ministry" and co-author with her husband, Tim, of "The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment w the Wisdom of God” … new book based on Tim’s sermons is “What Is Wrong with the World?: The Surprising, Hopeful Answer to the Question We Cannot Avoid”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm talking about Moses's warning in Deuteronomy: beware lest thou forget the Lord. As the Israelites prepared to enter the promised land, the danger wasn't just hardship — it was comfort. It was receiving blessings and then forgetting where they came from. I share thoughts about putting the word of God in our hearts, letting the Lord soften and heal us, remembering His hand in our lives, and opening our hands wide to bless others. When we choose God, serve His children, and remember Him in both our wilderness and our promised lands, He helps us make it home. To sign up to get these podcasts sent straight to your inbox, click HERE To purchase Feasting on the Words of Christ by me, Melanie Stroud, click HERE

"Feasting on Jesus" Sunday morning's sermon from Pastor Jeff Colón Website: www.lighthouseontherockky.org

Color: White Old Testament: Job 19:23–27 Psalm: Psalm 118:15–29; antiphon: v. 1 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:51–57 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 5:6–8 Gospel: Mark 16:1–8 Introit: Psalm 8:1, 5–6, 9; antiphon: Luke 24:5b–6b Gradual: Psalm 118:24, 1 Verse: 1 Corinthians 5:7b–8a, c Christ's Resurrection Means That We Will One Day Be Raised   “Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed” (1 Cor. 5:7). By the shed blood of Christ, the Lamb of God, eternal death has passed over us. Now we pass with Christ through death into life everlasting. For Christ the crucified One is risen! The stone has been rolled away from the tomb, revealing that the tomb could not hold Him (Mark 16:1–8). Now our Redeemer lives eternally to save us from sin and Satan and the grave, and we can live in the sure hope of our own bodily resurrection with Christ. “After my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God” (Job 19:26). Feasting on the living Christ, who is our meat and drink indeed, we boldly say: “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting? . . . But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Cor. 15:54–55, 57). Lectionary summary © 2021 The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Used by permission. http://lcms.org/worship

When most people hear the word worship, they think of people gathered together singing. But there is more to it. Dr. Sam Storms shares from his book, "Understanding Worship: Biblical Foundations for Delighting in and Feasting on God." He'll encourage us to approach God with a heart ready to receive all his goodness as we find our delight and satisfaction in God's love. Find out more about "The Story of Everything" film here Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Neolithic peoples made the transition from being nomadic hunter-gatherers to crop-growing farmers, and their diets are the subject of numerous studies.Archaeological evidence informs us about the farming and foraging activities of these ancient peoples, but it's unusual to get a first hand taste of how it might have been to forage on the shore and land! On the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, the arts organisation, Haar, facilitated an opportunity to sit down to an interpretation of a Stone Age feast - albeit with considerable artistic and culinary licence! The event was centered around the 5000-year-old Calanais standing stone circle. Nancy Nicolson joined the foragers to find out about the farming and feasting habits of our ancestors, and met one of the crofters whose sheep today graze the machair, the strip of flower and herb-rich land that borders the sea and which it is believed contributed to the flavours and nutrition of the food Neolithic people ate.Produced and presented by Nancy Nicolson.

This episode is about the whining and complaining Israelites.  What's new?  I loved in the intro how it said, "...the children of Israel needed, not to cover the geographical distance but to cover the spiritual distance: the distance between who they were and who the Lord needed them to become." So it is with us!  If we stop complaining, we'll get to the land of milk and honey much faster and become who the Lord wants us to become.  To sign up to get these podcasts sent straight to your inbox, click HERE To purchase Feasting on the Words of Christ by me! Melanie Stroud, click HERE

Shelby Stroud is filling in for Melanie this week  Shelby talks about the tabernacle, sacrifice, repentance, and what it means to offer the Lord a broken heart and a contrite spirit. With stories about fake pearls, seminary whiteboards, Sunday homework, and the unique gifts God gives each of us, she points us back to Jesus Christ — our High Priest, our scapegoat, and the One who makes us holy. To sign up to get these podcasts sent straight to your inbox, click HERE To purchase Feasting on the Words of Christ by me! Melanie Stroud, click HERE

This sermon challenges believers to move beyond consumer Christianity and competing loyalties to live a truly compelling faith centered on Christ. The message explores how modern culture has shifted from enchantment with God to entertainment and consumerism, even within the church. Mike emphasizes that what makes faith compelling isn't what it gives us, but what it costs us—the sacrifice and surrender required to follow Jesus. He calls the congregation to consecration, setting apart every area of life for God's purposes rather than personal preferences. The sermon culminates in a call to move from autonomy to authority under Christ, from opinions to truth, and from comfort to calling, demonstrating that a life fully surrendered to Jesus becomes irresistibly compelling to a watching world.Read: 1 Peter 3:15-16Peter's call to "always be prepared to give an answer" isn't primarily about winning intellectual debates. It's about living so differently that people become curious about the hope within you. What makes faith compelling isn't what it gives us, but what it costs us. When you walk through job loss with unexplainable peace, when you forgive the unforgivable, when you serve without recognition—people notice. They lean in. They ask questions. Your life becomes the apologetic. Today, consider: When was the last time someone asked about your hope? Are you living in such a way that your faith provokes holy curiosity? A compelling faith flows from a consecrated life—one fully surrendered to Christ's authority rather than your autonomy.What area of your life needs to shift from consumption to consecration today?Discussion Questions:-How does the distinction between tasting God to be drawn into His presence versus consuming God to pull His presence into your preferences challenge your current approach to faith?-What specific idols or competing priorities have knocked Jesus from being number one in your life, and what would it look like to consecrate those areas to Him?-How has the shift from a God-centered faith to a me-centered faith affected your ability to live sacrificially, and what cost is Jesus calling you to embrace for the sake of a compelling witness?-What does it mean practically for you to come under Christ's authority rather than your autonomy in the daily decisions you face at work, home, or in relationships?

Is There a Hidden Power of Communion in a Hopeless Age?   Hannah Miller King joins Curtis Chang on the Good Faith podcast to discuss her book Feasting on Hope: How God Sets a Table in the Wilderness and why communion is more than a symbolic church ritual. Together, they explore the Lord's Supper, Christian hope, embodied worship, and how the table of God forms Christians to resist consumer culture and carry resurrection-shaped love into a hopeless world. They discuss why this embodied practice connects believers to Christ's past sacrifice, present grace, and future return and show how the practice retrains our loves and sends us outward in mission.   02:28 - What Does Union with Christ Look Like Across All Traditions? 05:04 - The Differences: Symbolic vs. Sacramental Views 12:13 - Does the Lord's Supper Connect to Daily Life? 15:40 - Is It a Means of Hope in a Hopeless World? 26:40 - Is The Richness In "Remembering" Christ's Past, Present, and Future? 29:50 - Detaching From Worldly Loves to Re-Attach to God 33:10 - The Power of Routine Practice 35:09 - A Commission to Welcome Others   Sign up for The After Party Sign up for The Good List   Mentioned In This Episode: Hannah Miller King's book — Feasting on Hope: How God Sets a Table in the Wilderness   Scriptures Referenced: Luke 22:19 (ESV) The Last Supper / Institution of Communion: Luke 22:14–20 (ESV), Matthew 26:26–29 (ESV), or Mark 14:22–25 (ESV) 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 (ESV) Revelation 19:6–9 (ESV) Exodus 12 (ESV)   More from Hannah Miller King: Hannah Miller King's article at Christianity Today Hannah Miller King's website   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

In this episode, I'm talking about Jesus Christ as our Advocate — not just someday at judgment, but right now, in the middle of our messy, mortal lives. I share what I learned while studying the word advocate, how the Holy Ghost helps bring Christ's advocacy into our hearts, and why staying close to the Spirit matters so much. I also share a personal scripture moment from 2 Corinthians 8 that reminded me the Lord accepts what we can offer, not what we can't. Christ is beside us, cheering for us, pleading for us, strengthening us, and helping us come home. To sign up to get these podcasts sent straight to your inbox, click HERE To purchase Feasting on the Words of Christ by me! Melanie Stroud, click HERE

(00:00-23:26) It'd be fun to be an old western bandit. Not my height size. Texting gentlemen about my girth. Still chilly in the studio. Why do old people get so cold? Does Chairman work for Strode now? Jeremiyah Love going third overall to Arizona. Ty Simpson to the Rammies. Movie Boi's review of the film 'Draft Day.' Does everybody have crap packed in their ears? Don't say pantheon.(23:34-41:52) How full will Busch be this weekend? Cardinals unbalanced schedule. World Cup tickets are a tad pricey. Somebody in Kansas City would enjoy Doug for the weekend. $1000/night for hotel rooms. Twitter reply guy is at it again today.(42:02-59:33) Babs was big in the '70s. You need to apologize, Doug. EGOT. Cottleville Cardio Scouts. Drop Tim off some AirPods. Alex is on the phone lines and wants to give an explanation on shock prices for tickets. Feasting on people in the midwest. In-game currency. Alex opens his heart and this is what Doug does. I do have a wife if that counts. Cam & Martin. Tim makes three hours seem effortless. Needlepoint SZN.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It'd be fun to be an old western bandit. Not my height size. Texting gentlemen about my girth. Still chilly in the studio. Why do old people get so cold? Does Chairman work for Strode now? Jeremiyah Love going third overall to Arizona. Ty Simpson to the Rammies. Movie Boi's review of the film 'Draft Day.' Does everybody have crap packed in their ears? Don't say pantheon.How full will Busch be this weekend? Cardinals unbalanced schedule. World Cup tickets are a tad pricey. Somebody in Kansas City would enjoy Doug for the weekend. $1000/night for hotel rooms. Twitter reply guy is at it again today.Babs was big in the '70s. You need to apologize, Doug. EGOT. Cottleville Cardio Scouts. Drop Tim off some AirPods. Alex is on the phone lines and wants to give an explanation on shock prices for tickets. Feasting on people in the midwest. In-game currency. Alex opens his heart and this is what Doug does. I do have a wife if that counts. Cam & Martin. Tim makes three hours seem effortless. Needlepoint SZN.Is Pale throwin' strays at everyone today? Heavy petting? Call in and Jackson will insult your weight and your hobbies. Joey Vitale joins us on the phone lines. The best chaperones have no idea where they're going. Buffalo's turnaround. Pulling for the Sabres in the playoffs. Who can match up with the Avalanche? Steen taking over for Army in 60 seconds.Jackson is not at war with Alex Ferrario. Defending the gaming community. Just battling thru the frigid conditions. Notre Dame still dodging the Tigers. Drops of the Week.You wanted phone calls on a Friday, you got 'em. Let's go to the fat guy first, he may not have much time left. Too Fat To Kayak, you're up first. Erotic car washes and a story from 1987. Protesting at the Boob 'n' Lube. North and south, baby, north and south. How's Southside Kevvy gonna follow that? Doug, give it a chance, brother. Former Cardinal Ray King is on the phone lines. Whoops, wrong Ray King. And he's gone. Diana Russini deleted her Twitter account in the middle of the NFL Draft last night. That's so patriarchy of you, Doug. You're mansplaining, Oprah.Doing whippets during the break. Grateful Dead night at Busch Stadium tonight. How serendipitous. Nine straight for the Cubs. Audio from Jomboy talking about the potential for four NL Central teams to be above .500. FUBO, not FUBU. Not a fruitful audio harvest. Sal in the kitchen. Audio from Martin's convo with Cam which apparently took place in a cave. Verbal Oklahoma drills. Jackson wants a tour of the 2Fox studio. Moneyball: Local Sports Edition.Doug's late. Good save by Martin there. Design Aire Heating & Cooling E-Mail of the DayMake it Eight. Jeff Suppan joins us. 5 for 5 on drop off. Is Soup driving with the windows down? Soup's St. Louis trivia. The daughter's not listening to the show yet but she did hit a bomb yesterday. Homering off of Steve Trachsel. McGwire needed Soup did get to 70. A surprise guest joins in on the fun. Jason Simontacchi patches in.Mad Dog wasn't happy with the fans at the RBC giving it to Matthew Fitzpatrick. Jim Furyk will be the US Ryder Cup captain in 2027. Bigger bird out there.The Silk album looks like it's in a hayfield. Navy Caps On The Road T-shirts coming soon. The new design for Afther The Morning After. Yankees players pushing to wear alternate road jerseys. Audio of Michael Kay who is NOT happy about it. A closed mouth never eats.And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Elder Kyle S. McKay of the Seventy invited us to "strive to be as sharp as you can," the phrase lodged in my heart. In this episode, I talk about what that means for me in my spiritual life, in my family, and in my work. I share how I'm trying to: Lean into personal revelation Stay consistent in my scripture study Embrace sacrifice as a tool for sharpening Being spiritually sharp isn't about being perfect. It's about becoming the kind of instrument the Lord can use. Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome to Sunshine in the Middle 00:36 A Memorable Stake Conference 01:01 The Importance of Being Sharp 02:01 Spiritual Sharpness and Personal Revelation 09:48 Consistency in Scripture Study 13:57 The Role of Sacrifice in Spiritual Sharpness 15:29 Practical Steps to Sharpen Your Spiritual Life 19:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Scriptures I Share: Helaman 10:4–5 – Nephi's unwary declaration and blessing Doctrine & Covenants 11:21 – Seeking to obtain God's word before declaring it 2 Nephi 32:3 – Feasting upon the words of Christ Quotes I Share from Church Leaders: Elder Kyle S. McKay: "Strive to be as sharp as you can. The sharper the instrument, the more efficient the work." President Russell M. Nelson: "In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost." Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf: "Becoming more like the Savior is not about doing more, it's about doing what matters most." Elder David A. Bednar: "Our Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son love us, are aware of us, and will bless us as we strive to become more spiritually refined." I'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the five lessons discussed in this episode! Share your reflections on the Instagram post or message me directly. And if you haven't already, I invite you to subscribe for future episodes and to share this episode with your friends and family who might benefit from its message. Connect with Us Website: sunshineinthemiddle.com Instagram: @sunshineinthemiddle Disclaimer This podcast episode is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or BYU. Thank you for tuning in!

What does it mean to feast in a world that rarely slows down long enough to celebrate? In this episode, Worship Pastor Marty Reardon is joined by Pastors in Residence Chris and Caroline Hiler Albert to explore the meaning of Eastertide—the season of rejoicing in the resurrection of Jesus. Together, they unpack the contrast between Lent and Easter, the difference between cultural “treating” and true biblical feasting, and why celebration is actually a spiritual discipline. From long, unhurried meals to creativity, community, and embodied joy, this conversation invites us to resist the rush of modern life and embrace a deeper, richer way of living as people of the resurrection. Learn more about our Eastertide Sunday Evening services and our upcoming Contemplative Saturday on Feasting at atltrinity.org/events.

In today's episode, Claire is joined by archaeologists Jodi Magness and Deirdre Fulton to discuss Jodi's book The Archaeology of the Holy Land: From the Destruction of Solomon's Temple to the Muslim Conquest. This book is an excellent introduction to the archaeology of ancient Palestine with a structure that allows the reader to learn about the history alongside the archaeology. The introduction begins just before the destruction of Solomon's Temple in 586 BCE and moves through time covering the Persian, Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine Periods. Major sites include Masada, Caesarea Maritima, and Petra as she discusses monumental archaeology, pottery, and more. Jodi Magness is a Classical and Biblical archaeologist specializing in ancient Palestine (modern Israel, Jordan, and the Palestinian territories) from the time of Jesus up to the tenth century. Her research interests include Jerusalem, Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls, ancient synagogues, Masada, the Roman army in the East, ancient pottery, the Byzantine-early Islamic transition, and Diaspora Judaism in the Roman world. She has participated on over 20 excavations in Israel and in Greece, including co-directing the 1995 excavations in the Roman siege works at Masada. Since 2011, she has directed excavations at Huqoq in Israel's Galilee, which are bringing to light a monumental Late Roman (fifth century) synagogue paved with stunning mosaics.Her most recent books are Jerusalem Through the Ages: From Its Beginnings to the Crusades (2024) and Ancient Synagogues in Palestine. She is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and Past President of the Archaeological Institute of America.Deirdre Fulton joined the Department of Religion at Baylor University in the fall semester 2013. Her area of research focuses on the Persian Period, specifically the books of Chronicles, Ezra, and Nehemiah. Fulton is also interested in zooarchaeological related research, connecting text and artifact. She is involved in several ongoing excavations in Israel, including the Leon Levy Ashkelon Excavations, Tel Shimron Excavations, and also the Jezreel Valley Regional Project. Her interest in archaeology helps inform questions related to diet, sacrifice, and economy.Deirdre is a member of the Steering committees on Literature and History of the Persian period for the Society of Biblical Literature and the Feasting and Foodways for the American Schools of Oriental Research. She is also a member of the Catholic Biblical Association and American Institute of Archaeology. She is married to James Fulton, a Geochemist in the Department of Geology.

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We're joined by Sarah McDonald, communications director of the Archdiocese of New Orleans with updates. Tim Glemkowski is the executive director of Amazing Parish, talks about a leadership manifesto for parishes and parish leaders. Dr. Tom Neal, chief of evangelization and mission engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment: How do we shift from discipline of fasting to discipline of feasting?

This week we finished our discussion on church rhythms by looking at Acts 2, James 3, and by establishing five rhythms we are committing to as a community: Word, Worship, Prayer, fasting, and feasting. 

Mark 2:13-22: Feasting and Fasting Mark 2:13-22 Pastor Daniel Shim

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Mark 2:13-22: Feasting and Fasting Mark 2:13-22 Pastor Daniel Shim

Joseph lavishes his brothers with a feast during a famine and then puts them to the test to see if their hearts are still bent on evil or have been reformed. Genesis 44:1–5Then he commanded the steward of his house, “Fill the men's sacks with food, as much as they can carry, and put each man's money in the mouth of his sack, and put my cup, the silver cup, in the mouth of the sack of the youngest, with his money for the grain.” And he did as Joseph told him.As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away with their donkeys. They had gone only a short distance from the city. Now Joseph said to his steward, “Up, follow after the men, and when you overtake them, say to them, ‘Why have you repaid evil for good? Is it not from this that my lord drinks, and by this that he practices divination? You have done evil in doing this.'” (ESV)

Shakespeare's only reference to Easter comes up in Romeo and Juliet Act III when Mercutio talks about buying a new doublet for Easter. Despite only a single reference to this holiday, for the people of 16-17th century England, Easter was a major event. Holidays in Shakespeare's lifetime largely followed the life of Jesus Christ, and the resurrection of Jesus that is celebrated on Easter Sunday was a high point of the year's festivities. Here today to share with us the customs, foods, and yes, the clothing like a new doublet, that would have been staples for the observance of the Easter Holidays in Shakespeare's lifetime, is our guest, and author of Reformation England 1480-1642, Peter Marshall. 

In this message from Psalm 23:5–6, we see what comes after the valley—God's provision, peace, and abundant blessing. Even in the presence of our enemies, He prepares a table for us and reminds us that His goodness and mercy follow us every day. Be encouraged to keep following the Good Shepherd and trust that He is leading you from the valley into His abundance.

Reflections on the importance of all three. (A theme I return to cyclically, it seems.)

Host Andrew Camp interviews Anglican priest and writer Hannah Miller King about her book Feasting on Hope and how the Eucharist reframed her grief after her father died of cancer. King describes needing a bigger theological framework than “pray and hope,” finding healing and belonging through weekly communion, and seeing the Lord's Table as both comfort and a foretaste that stokes longing for God's coming kingdom. They discuss what churches miss when communion is infrequent, the formative power of embodied ritual, vulnerability in receiving with “empty hands,” and the wide-angle social implications of the meal for community, reconciliation, and justice, including responses to scarcity and food insecurity. King offers counsel for those hurt by church to grieve, be patient, and take manageable risks toward worship and relationship.Hannah Miller King is a priest and writer in the Anglican tradition. She has been a campus minister among conservatory musicians, an apartment minister in an urban highrise, and a parish pastor in large and small churches. She currently serves as the Associate Rector at The Vine Anglican Church in Western North Carolina. She is a contributing writer for Christianity Today and Holy Post Media, and is the author of Feasting On Hope: How God Sets A Table in the Wilderness.  Hannah holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Westminster Choir College and a Master of Arts in Religion from Redeemer Seminary. She is currently being schooled in the minutia of Star Wars (and other galactic battles between good and evil) by her three kids. Hannah's Website: hannahmillerking.comThis episode of the Biggest Table is brought to you in part by Wild Goose Coffee. Since 2008, Wild Goose has sought to build better communities through coffee. For our listeners, Wild Goose is offering a special promotion of 20% off a one time order using the code TABLE at checkout. To learn more and to order coffee, please visit wildgoosecoffee.com. 

In the African American home I was raised in, meals often included scrumptious “soul food.” The term originated in the mid-1960s when “soul” was a common term used to describe African American culture. Soul food menu items included fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, greens, sweet potatoes, corn bread, and more. Desserts were a bonus; the “tastebud-tickling” peach cobbler was the most satisfying to me. What a feast! Feasting in different cultures looks different but, because food is essential for life, Jesus’ words in John 6:35 are significant for all people. “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.” Such claims as these would be outrageous if they were made by a mere human being. But Jesus, the Christ, could make such astounding claims because He’s the very Son of God. He told “sign-seekers”—those seeking immediate, short-term benefit (see vv. 2, 14, 26)—that satisfaction of physical hunger wasn’t enough. As the Son of God, Jesus is the source of true life (14:6) and the sustainer of life. All those who believe in Him for the forgiveness of sins through His death and resurrection (11:25-26) share His life. Jesus is the essential food for the soul. Life, nourishment, and true satisfaction are found in Him alone.

The writer Aymann Ismail, a practicing Muslim, grew up not eating pork. But as he got older, he became curious about why eating pork was a line that even less observant Muslims wouldn't cross. So when a new loophole product hit the market, Aymann was faced with a choice — one that brought up questions of faith, tradition, and whether changing your food habits changes who you are.Aymann's memoir is Becoming Baba: Fatherhood, Faith, and Finding Meaning in America. Leah Koenig's latest cookbook is Portico: Cooking and Feasting in Rome's Jewish Kitchen, and her newsletter is The Jewish Table.This episode originally aired on March 7, 2022, and was produced by Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Andres O'Hara, Johanna Mayer, Tracey Samuelson, Jared O'Connell, and Fernanda Aguero. The Sporkful production team now includes Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Andres O'Hara, Kameel Stanley, and Jared O'Connell.Right now, Sporkful listeners can get three months free of the SiriusXM app by going to siriusxm.com/sporkful. Get all your favorite podcasts, more than 200 ad-free music channels curated by genre and era, and live sports coverage with the SiriusXM app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.