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In this episode, Sara Jolena Wolcott and Lisa Colón DeLay have an engaging discussion about the inner landscape, drawing on wisdom from the Desert Fathers and Mothers of early Christianity. They explore how our internal worlds are deeply shaped by cultural influences, trauma, and the dynamics of community. Lisa shares insights from her book "The Wild Land Within," describing the "eight afflicting thoughts" identified by the Desert Father Evagrius as common challenges on the spiritual journey. The conversation also delves into the rich but often overlooked Coptic Orthodox Christian tradition and the importance of developing personal "rules of life" with spiritual practices.Throughout, Sara and Lisa emphasize the need to balance an awareness of our wounds and struggles with a remembrance of the blessings, beauty, and sources of safety within our inner landscapes. Their dialogue offers listeners a thoughtful, holistic perspective on navigating the complexities of the soul.Download the mapGet a copy of her book The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness through Spiritual Practice Support the showLearn more about Sara Jolena Wolcott and Sequoia SamanvayaMusic Title: Both of Us Music by: madiRFAN Don't forget to "like" and share this episode!
A reading from Eugene Peterson's potent book entitled Answering God by host Lisa Colón DeLay
In this episode, host Kelly Wolfe is joined by author, spiritual companion, and fellow podcast host, Lisa Colón DeLay to discuss themes from her book, The Wild Land Within, about ways to fill out and cultivate our inner landscapes and spiritual formation — including reincorporating Eastern or Orthodox understandings into our western worldviews, liberation theology and listening to voices from the non-dominant culture, and contemplative prayer practices, including tips for Neurodivergent/ADHD folks who may struggle with contemplative practices, and so much more!Guest Bio: Lisa Colón DeLay (she/her) is a Puerto Rican author, broadcaster, creator, teacher, spiritual companion, and passionate creative collaborator. She is the author of The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice, and since 2015 has been the host of the Spark My Muse podcast. Lisa's projects center around enriching the invaluable spaces within each person and the spaces and ways that connect us—for healing within relationships, families, communities, and in the world at large. She has a Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Communication Design and a Master's degree in Spiritual Formation, and currently lives in Philadelphia PA. You can find her on Twitter @lisadelay, IG @lisacolondelay, or on her website at lisadelay.com
Lisa Colón DeLay reads from her book on the topic of spiritual formation related to how we resource mature and effective social action.
A reading and reflection on Howard Thurman (via Lerita Coleman Brown's book) on Inner Authority and Presence byhost Lisa Colón DeLay
On living with an ethic of softness in a cruel world. Guest, Robert J. Monson in conversation with host Lisa Colón DeLay.
We're delighted to welcome teacher, spiritual director and podcaster Lisa Colón DeLay to join us for a brave conversation about formation, justice and peace! Originally from Puerto Rico and now based in Philadelphia, Lisa has an MA in spiritual formation and a passion for leading others in formational practices. When she's not interviewing guests like Krista Tippett, Parker J. Palmer and Seth Godin on her podcast, Spark My Muse, she's teaching in many settings from graduate schools to workshops, writing for anthologies and print publications, and offering spiritual companioning and retreats. On this episode, she talks about her own spiritual formation journey and the rhythms of justice that shape her actions.» Subscribe to PEACE TALKS Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peace-talks/id1590168616About the Center for Formation, Justice and Peace: Justice and peace come from the inside out—from the overflow of a transformed heart. This belief led our founder, Bishop Todd Hunter, to start the Center for Formation, Justice and Peace in 2021. The Center brings together a diverse, interdenominational community of people who want to be formed in love to heal a broken world. Because “religion” is often part of the problem, we've created a brave, Jesus-centered space for dialogue, questioning, creating and exploration. PEACE TALKS introduces you to women and men who are working to undo oppression, leading to lives of deeper peace for all.*Connect with The Center Online!*Visit The Center's Website: https://centerfjp.orgFollow The Center on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/centerfjpFollow The Center on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CenterFjpFollow The Center on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerfjp/Support the show
Today, host Lisa Colón DeLay shares material on the topic of human attachment styles. How we have learned or continue to emotionally attach or detach plays a definitive role in our most important bonds, connections, and relationships.
Today, host Lisa Colón DeLay remembers Frederick Buechner the prolific American writer, novelist, poet, autobiographer, essayist, preacher, and theologian, Frederick Buechner,
Spiritually Inspired show with Lisa Colón Delay, author and teacher.Lisa Colón Delay is a writer, a minister, a teacher, and the host of the weekly podcast, Spark My Muse. Over the decades, she walked with others in spiritual friendship, sensing the Divine calling her, and calling-out through her to invite others to a deeper embrace of grace. Lisa knows that there is healing available through growing intimacy with the Divine Love. She is the author of The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness through Spiritual Practice.https://lisadelay.com/blog/'The Wild Land Within'book link: http://tiny.cc/wildINDIEEvagrius Ponticus: The Praktikos. Chapters on Prayer (Cistercian Studies) (Volume 4)book link: https://amzn.to/3MTL7LVThe Letters of Saint Antony the Greatbook link: https://amzn.to/3lHfLfJwww.claudiumurgan.comwww.patreon.com/claudiumurganclaudiu@claudiumurgan.comSubscribe for more videos! youtube.com/channel/UC6RlLkzUK_LdyRSV7DE6obQ
Growth is a gangly and uncomfortable season – whether it's the growth of our young teenage bodies, or the growth of our souls. We cannot enter into seasons of growth without instability and volatility. In other words, growth is awkward and uncomfortable. And there's nothing we can do about that. I have been reading and loving Lisa Colón DeLay's book, The Wild Land Within. She describes the in-between seasons of growth this way: “God will always call us toward deeper, fuller lives. God beckons us toward more abundant joy and greater relief and solace.” Then she goes on to say, “Healing and spiritual growth, after it happens, look and feel like peace, gracious integration of yourself, and (felt) access to love and grace.” There are so many moments of our spiritual lives when growth is going to force us to experience the discomfort of the in-between. Let's explore this in this week's episode. Links: This reflection and practice were also published this week in The Slow Way Newsletter. Find a transcript of this episode here. Find Micha's website and sign up for her weekly newsletter here Find Micha on Instagram Find Micha on Twitter Micha's other podcast, The Lucky Few, is all about Down syndrome advocacy. She cohosts it with Heather Avis and Mercedes Lara. Found: A Story of Questions, Grace, and Everyday Prayer is available everywhere books are sold
Readings today come from "For the Inward Journey" by Howard Thurman and brought to you by host Lisa Colón DeLay.
Growth is a gangly and uncomfortable season – whether it's the growth of our young teenage bodies, or the growth of our souls. We cannot enter into seasons of growth without instability and volatility. In other words, growth is awkward and uncomfortable. And there's nothing we can do about that. I have been reading and loving Lisa Colón DeLay's book, The Wild Land Within. She describes the in-between seasons of growth this way: “God will always call us toward deeper, fuller lives. God beckons us toward more abundant joy and greater relief and solace.” Then she goes on to say, “Healing and spiritual growth, after it happens, look and feel like peace, gracious integration of yourself, and (felt) access to love and grace.” There are so many moments of our spiritual lives when growth is going to force us to experience the discomfort of the in-between. More on the danger of growth in this week's episode. Links: This reflection and practice were also published this week in The Slow Way Newsletter. Find a transcript of this episode here. Find Micha's website and sign up for her weekly newsletter here Find Micha on Instagram Find Micha on Twitter Micha's other podcast, The Lucky Few, is all about Down syndrome advocacy. She cohosts it with Heather Avis and Mercedes Lara. Found: A Story of Questions, Grace, and Everyday Prayer is available everywhere books are sold
The final installment in the January 2022 Series on "Strength to Love" by MLK Jr. - Selected readings and reflection on Chapter 1 - A Tough Mind and a Tender Heart. A collaboration of Lisa Colón DeLay and Robert J Monson.
Claudia Love Mair and Christine Valters Paintner have a conversation with Lisa Colón DeLay about her book The Wild Land Within. In The Wild Land Within, spiritual companion and podcast host Lisa Colón DeLay offers a map to our often-bewildering inner terrain, inviting us to deepen and expand our encounters with God. Through specific spiritual practices from early desert monastics, as well as Latinx, Black, and Indigenous contemplatives, she guides us in cultivating lives of devotion.
How can we love our enemies? MLK Jr. offers us four ways in his book "Strength to Love" [January 2022 Series with Lisa Colón DeLay and Robert J. Monson]
Spiritual companion and podcast host Lisa Colón DeLay joins us to talk about the lifelong journey of cultivating wholeness in the “wild places” of our hearts through intentional spiritual practice. Through specific spiritual practices from early desert monastics, as well as Latinx, Black, and Indigenous contemplatives, along with the insights of neuroscience and trauma-informed therapy, […] The post Lisa Colón DeLay: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice appeared first on Gravity Leadership.
In this episode, Lisa Colón Delay discusses her outstanding book The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice (Broadleaf Books, 2021). We do a deep dive into spiritual formation including common blocks/obstacles. Lisa also discusses some tools and habits that will allow you to grow even deeper in grace. Buy Lisa's Book: The Wild Land Within https://amzn.to/3meOnXI Lisa's Bio: Lisa Colón Delay is a teacher, spiritual director, and host of Spark My Muse, a top-rated religion and spirituality podcast. Originally from Puerto Rico, DeLay has an MA in spiritual formation and has taught in many settings, from graduate schools to workshops. Her work has appeared in several anthologies and in dozens of places in print and online, and she offers spiritual companioning and retreats. DeLay lives with her family outside Philadelphia. Connect with Lisa: www.lisadelay.com www.patreon.com/sparkmymuse Twitter: https://twitter.com/LisaDelay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisacolondelay/?hl=en Books recommended by Lisa: Henri Nouwen Inner Voice of Love https://amzn.to/3k5ttaM Thomas Merton New Seeds of Contemplation https://amzn.to/3sxT0xm James Cone The Cross and the Lynching Tree https://amzn.to/3sCJNnz Howard Thurman With Head and Heart https://amzn.to/3iRKd68 Connect with Brian Russell: Information about Brian's Fall 2021 book Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life www.centeringprayerbook.com or preorder: https://amzn.to/3pDpN2E Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Coaching for Pastors: www.deepdivespirituality.com Business and Life Coaching: www.drbrianrussellcoaching.com Brian Russell's Book on the Missional Interpretation of Scripture: (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World https://amzn.to/3qln258 Links to Amazon are affiliate links. Dr. Russell receives a small payment if you order resources through these links. There is no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the podcast through your purchases. Please tell your friends about the Deep Dive Spirituality Videocast. It's also available on Spotify, Podbean, and iTunes as a podcast.
Sancta Colloquia Episode 403 ft. Lisa Colόn Delay In this episode I had the honor of speaking with Lisa Colόn DeLay (@LisaDelay) about her book, The Wild Land Within, which was published this past spring. While our conversation is based on the contents of her book, Lisa's wealth of knowledge and grasp of both theology and the pastoral brings us to weave and wend throughout many of life's struggles and blessings. Lisa brings so much love and grace to this conversation, it was a joy to talk with this new friend. Lisa is also very passionate about human beings. This passion is not only communicated in this conversation with me, but is on every page of her text. She loves you and wants you to know it. One of the unique things I want to draw attention to here is that Lisa's text is many parts Spiritual and Practical in its application of theology and pastoral guidance, but the underlying strength of the text is her interlocutors. She's not relying on the standard Eurocentric white male theologians many of us have been trained to revere and frequently reference--if they didn't say it, then how dare you say it?! Lisa participates in dismantling this septic trend and in overturning the status quo through her conversations with profound scholars like: George Tinker, Barbara A. Holmes, James H. Cone, Wilda C. Garnet, Ada Maria Isasi-Diaz, Howard Thurman, Ibram Kendi, Phuc Luu, Gustavo Gutierrez, and Evagrius Ponticus (345-400 CE). It was such an honor to talk with Lisa, I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did. Excited? You should be.
Our guest Lisa Colón DeLay talks to us about being a spiritual companion, her recent book The Wild Land Within, and her podcast Spark My Muse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode we talk with author, podcaster, and spiritual companion Lisa Colón Delay about her book The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness through Spiritual Practice. Lisa shares how spiritual practices introduce us to places - and voices - that are often ignored but are so critical to our spiritual journey. Lisa Colón Delay is a teacher, spiritual director, and host of Spark My Muse, a top-rated religion and spirituality podcast. Originally from Puerto Rico, DeLay has an MA in spiritual formation and has taughtin many settings, from graduate schools to workshops. Her work has appeared in several anthologies and in dozens of places in print and online, and she offers spiritual companioning and retreats. DeLay lives with her family outside Philadelphia.Music by Robert EbbensArt by Eric Wright/Metamora Design
This week I am joined by my friend Lisa Colón DeLay to talk about the healing power of spiritual practices. Lisa begins by explaining why we should acknowledge that we live in a white-dominant culture and the importance of learning about non-white spiritual practices, especially embodiment. We discussed a rubric for identifying our core areas of trauma as well as how to move them from areas of non-awareness into conscious awareness, through spiritual practices led by the Holy Spirit. Lisa unpacks many themes from her excellent book, The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice, which is an excellent discipleship resource.Order The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice.Visit Lisa online at lisadelay.comListen to Lisa's long-running podcast, Spark My Muse, at sparkmymuse.comFollow Lisa on Twitter.Become a supporter of the show on Patreon at patreon.com/jonathanpuddle.Order my trauma-informed 30-day devotional, You Are Enough: Learning to Love Yourself the Way God Loves You.Find every book or resource I've talked about recently on my Amazon storefront, in Canada, the United States or the United Kingdom.
We’re joined by author & podcast host Lisa Colón DeLay to talk about exploring our internal landscapes. Lisa explains why it’s important to hear from more than just culturally dominant theologians, how spiritual practices can help us learn more about ourselves, and how we can find healing. Things we mention in this episode/other resources:- the Johari Window that Lisa talks about Connect with Lisa on her website, Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. Buy The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness through Spiritual Practice on Amazon.Connect with Spark My Muse on Twitter, Facebook, or listen where you listen to podcasts. Support Lisa & Spark My Muse on Patreon. Join the Cxmhunity on Facebook! Connect with Robert on his website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect with Holly on her website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect more with CXMH on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest. Ways to support CXMH:- make a pledge on Patreon and get rewards like submitting questions for upcoming interviews, a mug, sticker, t-shirt, or more!- give a one-time gift using PayPal- Do your Amazon shopping through this link- Leave us a rating & review on iTunes or Google Play- Check out our CXMH merchandise to show off your support- Listen to the Cxmhunity Spotify playlist here- Check out other episodes and find your favorites guests on our website. Intro/Outro music for this episode is ‘Fall Down’ by Rivers & Robots.
Rohadi interviews author and spiritual formation director Lisa Colón DeLay in this hour long episode. The two venture through a conversation on spirituality and where the church fits in a modern world in formation. They spend time unpacking some features in the first book from Lisa Delay, "The Wild Lands Within". The landscape around culture, religion, and spirituality is shifting, and how we can engage in our own formation changes with it. Learn new insight on ways to grow personally and spiritually. The Wild Land Within is an invitation to explore your own flyover country. This book serves as a companion to search the inner and unseen but very real territory of yourself. As we attend to this land within, our journey will involve some issues you may know little or nothing about. There are places of rough and even terrifying terrain. We will learn what makes spiritual growth unnecessarily difficult or extra confusing. To explore this land within means encountering climate and storms, negotiating treacherous topography, and finding creatures both wounded and wild. Explore the secluded territory of the inner life with a gentle and trained companion. In The Wild Land Within, spiritual guide and podcast host Lisa Colón DeLay prepares us to better understand the terrain that changes when we undergo spiritual practices in hopes of spiritual growth. This book: Now available wherever books are sold. Sign up for some cool interactive points upcoming with Lisa Delay. Find her on Twitter and Facebook as well. May 5 learn about Evagrius https://www.crowdcast.io/e/desert-father-evagrius-/register June 2 book club - https://www.crowdcast.io/e/spark-my-muse-book-club--2 Faith in a Fresh vibe connect points: Rohadi.com | Twitter | Instagram | Cypher Church
Spiritual companion and podcast host Lisa Colón DeLay joins us to talk about the lifelong journey of cultivating wholeness in the “wild places” of our hearts through intentional spiritual practice. Through specific spiritual practices from early desert monastics, as well as Latinx, Black, and Indigenous contemplatives, along with the insights of neuroscience and trauma-informed therapy, […] The post Lisa Colón DeLay: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice appeared first on Gravity Leadership.