Podcasts about spiritual companions

Explore the rich history and significance of patron saints and learn how these spiritual role models can inspire and guide you in your daily journey of life. Whether you are seeking guidance or hope, this episode is a must-listen. In this episode, you will learn: What is a patron saint? What is the history of this Christian practice? How do I discover who my patron saints are? How can we practice prayer with our patron saints? Continue Your Journey: Helpful resources to take your journey to the next level. Jewel for the Journey: “Let us become saints so that after having been together on earth, we may be together in Heaven.” – St. Pio of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio) Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate We are so grateful to this month's sponsors, Rick & JoAnne Kirschbaum, who made this podcast episode possible. Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope, click here to get started.

Send us a textUncover the profound connection between perseverance and divine guidance as we journey through the timeless wisdom found in the Book of Job. How do we draw strength from spiritual companions and maintain our faith when faced with life's trials? This episode invites you into a global spiritual community, where the stories and lessons from Psalm 66 and 1 Peter 5:10 offer rejuvenation and hope to the weary.Join us in exploring how adversity shapes our identity and brings us closer to the divine. Through captivating stories of biblical figures like Jonah, David, and King Saul, we examine the pressures of family, culture, and church that often complicate our spiritual path. Let's challenge superficial teachings and rediscover the true essence of being 'born again', resisting external pressures to find our spiritual strength.Finally, let's strip back the layers of worldly influence to reveal a life molded by humility and unwavering faith. Reflect on the experiences of Jesus, Paul, and Job, as we dive into the themes of submission, self-control, and the power of casting anxieties onto God. This episode offers a heartfelt exploration of facing trials with faith, allowing listeners to embrace their spiritual journey with renewed strength and purpose.Support the showhttps://www.pastorbencooper.co.uk/

Happy November! Today is all about our Familiars … our Spiritual Companions & Magical Allies. A witch's familiar, in a traditional sense, is seen as a spiritual entity or animal companion that aids us in our magical practices. Historically, familiars were believed to be supernatural beings, often taking the form of animals like cats, dogs, birds, or toads, and were thought to serve witches by assisting in spellcasting, protecting them from harm, or even carrying out magical tasks on their behalf. Modern witches today often view familiars as spiritual guides. These companions may offer protection, help us focus our energy during rituals, or provide insight through intuitive connection. Familiars often form a deeply personal bond with the witch they assist, enhancing their magical workings and serving as a source of comfort and spiritual companionship. Familiars are not limited to the physical world, as some witches connect with ethereal or spirit familiars, which can act as guides in meditation, divination, and astral work. Do you have and work with a familiar in your practice? Charlene https://witchyworkwishes.com/ https://www.patreon.com/c/witchyworkwishes

Recorded live at Arlington Street Church, Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Close your eyes and take 5 deep breaths.In your minds eye - set a table before you.You may invite anyone living or deceased who truly has your best interest in mind.Ask them if they love you.Invite your higher self - true eternal higher self - ask you if you love you.Ask you higher power if they love you.With all at your table sitting there - what do they need to tell you now?This is your counsel - they are always there for you.Listen to the full episode - S1:E1 Loved, Held, Guided, and Never Alone: The Science of Spirituality with Dr. Lisa Miller.  Here Dr. Miller guides you in a practice where you use your imagination to call up the people in your life who have loved you.     About the Thrive CenterLearn more at thethrivecenter.org.Follow us on Instagram @thrivecenterFollow us on X @thrivecenterFollow us on LinkedIn @thethrivecenter About Dr. Pam KingDr. Pam King is Executive Director the Thrive Center and is Peter L. Benson Professor of Applied Developmental Science at Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. Follow her @drpamking. About With & ForHost: Pam KingSenior Director and Producer: Jill WestbrookOperations Manager: Lauren KimSocial Media Graphic Designer: Wren JuergensenConsulting Producer: Evan RosaSpecial thanks to the team at Fuller Studio and the Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.

Episode 64 - Beacons of Guidance - Navigating Purposefully with Spiritual Companions. Join us as we uncover the ways these guides contribute to our growth and help us lead a more intentional life. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

For those who aren't sure if their questions are welcome, for those who have physically been relocated, for those who are wondering if they need a new community, for anyone feeling spiritually without friends or company…This week's podcast aims to encourage the one who is feeling grief and loss spiritually. It is okay to name your feelings. Join us as we talk about what it looks like to return to balance in this area of our wellbeing - because when one part of us is feeling unwell, the whole of our being suffers. Additional ResourcesArticle: Life after Lifestyle by Toby Shorin#SpiritualCompanions #LiminalSpace #NamingEmotions #SpiritualFriends #Culture #Wellbeing #LonelinessSign up for our newsletter here: https://foundrysc.com/about/newsletter

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Papa Seer breaks down the differences in having solely a relationship with your spirit guides vs forming true companionship. Please remember to follow and donate to the Podcast & we appreciate all 5-star ratings and comments.Order SoothSayer Cartomancy Deck Follow Us On Wisdom AppDonate To Our PodcastFollow Us On IG  @seer.bello & @toyAlexandria @HoodooConjureRootworkDonate To Our Podcast Join The ClubJoin The Official Hoodoo Conjure Rootwork Discord Server! Show CreditsProducer - @Seer.BelloWriter - @Seer.Bello Editor- @Seer.Bello

In the June 2022 issue of Presence Journal, Dr Westina Matthews writes, “We will not attempt to convince another to adopt any view but rather offer a safe and sacred space to share knowledge and to engage in open and honest dialogue about what is usually considered to be a taboo topic.  In spiritual direction, often resisted is the topic of sex, sexuality, and sexual orientation. We have found that both spiritual director and spiritual directee tend to avoid these “taboos,” So why the silence? (We) are convinced it is due to the shame.” How does one begin to overcome this shame?” In this interview, we talk with Dr Matthews about how spiritual directors and companions can begin to create a safe, holy space in their sessions to allow for safe, brave conversations about sexuality. Approaches, icebreakers questions, acknowledging sexual confusion and harm, and understanding sexuality from a contemplative grounding are discussed. --- Dr. Westina Matthews, PhD, is an author, public speaker, retreat leader, and theologian. She is an adjunct professor at General Theological Seminary in the Center for Christian Spirituality in New York, New York, USA, where she teaches contemplative spiritual direction. Further reading and resources can be found at https://www.spiritualityandsexuality.org/ Dr. Westina's website: Westina – Author (westinamatthews.com) --- Presence is the flagship publication of SDI. It comes out four times a year, and is an international journal on spiritual direction and companionship. Presence Journal is available in print and on the web to SDI Members.  Read the current issue on the web, with exclusive video interviews, here: Presence - 28.2 - June 2022 - SDI Companions Become a Member of SDI and support our work to bring spiritual direction and companionship to the world by clicking here: SDI Membership - Join the Community of Spiritual Companions (sdicompanions.org)    

Recently I had the amazing opportunity to chat with author and teacher Rabbi Rami Shapiro, who has written an article for Presence Journal – the SDI quarterly publication on spiritual direction and companionship. It was meant to just be a quick 15 minute conversation that I could use to create a short video to go with the article in the Online Edition of Presence. Because Rabbi Rami was so generous with his time, and our conversation so fascinating, it ended up going for almost an hour. We talked about spiritual companionship, when our own beliefs and worldviews get in the way of doing this work, Mysticism, embracing the shadow and evil within ourselves, and the necessity of our spiritual work in a rapidly changing world. So in this podcast episode we are releasing the entirety of our conversation. Rabbi Rami is delightful to listen to and I hope you enjoy it. Presence is the flagship publication of SDI. It comes out four times a year, and is an international journal on spiritual direction and companionship. Presence Journal is available in print and on the web to SDI Members.  Read the current issue on the web, with exclusive video interviews, here: Presence - 28.2 - June 2022 - SDI Companions Become a Member of SDI by clicking here: SDI Membership - Join the Community of Spiritual Companions (sdicompanions.org) Rabbi Rami Shapiro is an award-winning teacher and author of over thirty-six books on religion and spirituality. A rabbinic chaplain with the U.S. Air Force for three years, a congregational rabbi for twenty years, and a professor of religious studies for ten years, Rabbi Rami currently codirects the One River Foundation, a 501(c)3 educational institution devoted to perennial wisdom (www.oneriverfoundation.org). Rami is also a Contributing Editor at Spirituality and Health magazine where he writes the Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler column for the print magazine, the Spirituality & column for the digital magazine, and hosts the magazine's bi-weekly podcast, Spirituality & Health with Rabbi Rami (www.spiritualityhealth.com). Rami's personal website is www.rabbirami.com  

 We are not meant to walk alone, we need each other on the journey. Do you have spiritual besties in your life?

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  In this episode, Christine Vogel discusses her recent article for Presence Journal. Presence is the flagship publication of SDI, which comes out four times a year, and is an international journal on spiritual direction and companionship. Presence Journal is available in print and on the web to SDI Members.  Read the current issue on the web, with exclusive video interviews, here: Presence - 27.4 - December 2021 - SDI Companions Become a Member of SDI by clicking here: SDI Membership - Join the Community of Spiritual Companions (sdicompanions.org) --- Rev. Dr. Christine B. Vogel is a minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA); she earned her M.Div. at McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and her D.Min. at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia, USA. She has served churches in the Chicago area, Alma, Michigan, USA; and Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA. Contact her at cvogel.vogel@gmail.com.

  In this episode, Sierra Neiman Westbrook discusses her recent article for Presence Journal. Presence is the flagship publication of SDI, which comes out four times a year, and is an international journal on spiritual direction and companionship. Presence Journal is available in print and on the web to SDI Members.  Read the current issue on the web, with exclusive video interviews, here: Presence - 27.4 - December 2021 - SDI Companions Become a Member of SDI by clicking here: SDI Membership - Join the Community of Spiritual Companions (sdicompanions.org) --- Sierra Neiman Westbrook, MDiv,  is director of Eden Spiritual Care (www.edenspiritualcare.org), a nonprofit organization that seeks to make Christ-centered spiritual growth opportunities widely accessible. Sierra is also an adjunct professor of spiritual formation at George Fox University's Portland Seminary in Oregon, USA. E-mail her at sierra@edenspiritualcare.org.

In this episode, Lacy Finn Borgo discusses her recent article for Presence Journal. Presence is the flagship publication of SDI, which comes out four times a year, and is an international journal on spiritual direction and companionship. Presence Journal is available in print and on the web to SDI Members.  Read the current issue on the web, with exclusive video interviews, here: Presence - 27.4 - December 2021 - SDI Companions Become a Member of SDI by clicking here: SDI Membership - Join the Community of Spiritual Companions (sdicompanions.org) --- Lacy Finn Borgo teaches and provides spiritual direction at the Renovaré Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation in Denver, at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, and at the Companioning Center. Her most recent book is Spiritual Conversations with Children: Listening to God Together.

Today's episode focuses on the relationship between Mary and Elizabeth from the devotional “Reflections on the Life of Mary."Dr. Gadson discusses how important it is for us to have spiritual companions throughout life.  We need to see the faithfulness of God in the lives of others. We also need the blessing of their encouraging and equipping us. In order to have healthy spiritual companionships, we need emotionally healthy individuals.  To be in close proximity with others as Mary and Elizabeth were, we need to be safe individuals one for the other.  We need to allow people to ask questions and express their emotions without rebuke. As a healthy body, we also need to be able to support others and not shame them when it is time for them to leave. The members and the body have to do an emotional work to be safe and healthy spiritual companions and a safe and healthy spiritual haven.Information for Dr. Gadson:https://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to Order “Reflections on the Life of Mary” devotional: https://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/store/p/reflections-on-the-life-of-mary-devotional-bookletLink to order “Session Notes:  Intimate Times with God":https://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/store/p/k8psfln7jh72diw8i36txniwi2e05xFollow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/And-The-Church-Said-Podcast-106848090932637https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8https://twitter.com/DrMoSmithGadsonSupport And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaidPayPal:  https://paypal.me/andthechurchsaid?locale.x=en_US

Sometimes we feel lonely in the journey, let's pray to the Holy Spirit today for spiritual companionship!

Our latest book release from SDI Press is now available – Reflections on Awakening and Maturity for Spiritual Companions, by Genjo Marinello. Genjo’s fascinating book chronicles his lifelong and ongoing commitment to spiritual growth, through thick and thin, as well as a courageous embrace of many difficulties, shortcomings and flaws. Genjo composts all of these into assets, establishing them as the building blocks for his own ongoing spiritual growth and evolution. And by extension, for ours. In the process, he engages with numerous spiritual companions and models, most notably the Buddha, St Teresa of Avila, and the Zen Oxherding pictures. They reveal insights and challenges both easy and joyful, along with some quite difficult and painful. In this conversation, Genjo and Rev. Seifu Anil Singh-Molares discuss the new book. --- SDI Encounters is supported by: EXPERIENCE AN INTERFAITH LEARNING CENTER, A SACRED COMMUNITY, AND A SPIRITUAL HOME AT ONE SPIRIT, TO BE OF SERVICE IN TODAY’S RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD. EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES IN SEMINARY, AND INTERSPIRITUAL COMPANIONING AND COUNSELING CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS, AND EXPERIENTIAL COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. VISIT 1SPIRIT.ORG/ENCOUNTER TO DISCOVER WHAT’S POSSIBLE. --- Genjo Marinello Roshi began his Zen training in 1975. He moved to Seattle in 1976 to serve as a VISTA community organizer in the central district of the city. In 1980 Genjo was ordained as a Zen monk, and in 1981-82 trained in Japan at the Zen temple Ryutaku-Ji. In 1999 Genjo succeeded Genki Takabayashi Roshi as the second abbot of the Seattle Zen temple, Chobo-Ji, and became a Dharma Heir in his lineage of Rinzai Zen in 2008. Genjo has been a member of the University Friends Meeting (Quakers) since 1983. In 1989, Genjo completed a certificate program in Spiritual Direction (The Pacific Jubilee Program). For several years Genjo was the volunteer Buddhist pastor of the Twin Rivers Correction Center in Monroe Washington and has served as adjunct faculty at the Seattle campus of Antioch University.

Today we are talking with Marcia Bentley, Spiritual Companion and Supervisor for Spiritual Companions. What is Spirituality? What is the value of Spiritual Companioning? It turns out that great awakening is possible in our lives as we gain the ability to listen with our hearts, our minds, and our bodies. Most of us are probably better at one or two of these. But to get all three to happen is really something special. The number of pearls of wisdom from Marcia in this episode are numerous! #SpiritualCompanioning#SpirtitualDirection#Awakening#Silence#CommunityFor Transcript:Go to the "Transcript" Tab.If you are in a player that does not have the Transcript Tab, use the link below:https://thecontemplativelife.buzzsprout.com/1642654/8410919-ep-14-awakening-our-souls-through-spiritual-companionship

Podcast Homepage - sacredstepspodcast.com Camino de Santiago pilgrim Johnnie Walker (http://www.wewalkforyour2020.org/) joins Author Kevin Donahue (http://www.sacredstepsbook.com) to discuss the Camino in the age of Covid and his emotional "We Walk For You" Camino, in which Johnnie carried prayer requests across the Camino Frances for those who could not walk this year.  WE WALK FOR YOU CAMINO 2020JohnniewalkerStephen Shields DONATE TO SUPPORT PILGRIM ORGANIZATIONSAmerican Pilgrims on the Camino (USA)Confraternity of St James (UK)Australian Friends of the Camino (AUS)The Canadian Company of Pilgrims (CAN)Confraternity of Saint James of South Africa (SA)The Camino Society Ireland (IRE)More Global Pilgrim Societies (EU, Asia, Africa, S.America)  CAMINO DE SANTIAGOBeginner's Guide to the Camino de SantiagoRecommended Gear List for the Camino de SantiagoHow to Select a Backpack for the Camino de SantiagoHow Much Does it Cost to Walk the Camino de Santiago?CONNECT WITH THE SHOW ONLINE:Podcast Homepage - sacredstepspodcast.comSacred Steps: A Pilgrimage JournalStream the Video Podcast on YouTube Connect on FacebookView on Instagram MEET OUR GUEST:  JohnniewalkerJohnniewalker is retired and lives in Santiago. He has walked thousands of kilometers on pilgrim routes in Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Japan. He has so far written 15 books about the Camino to Santiago including a range of guidebooks and three Spiritual Companions for pilgrims, with proceeds donated to pilgrim causes and charities. In his professional career he was founding Director for Scotland for the National Lottery Charities Board, Chief of Staff to the First Minister of Scotland, and founding Chief Executive of UnLtd the UK wide Foundation for Social Entrepreneurs which was awarded the Millenium Legacy of £100 million. MEET THE HOST:  Kevin DonahueHusband. Father. Backpacker. Pilgrim. Author.In 2019, Kevin Donahue set off from his home in the United States to begin a pilgrimage journey spanning both years and miles, walking across continents to the ancient end of the world, to kneel at the tombs of eight Apostles. Available for Easter 2022, Sacred Steps: A Pilgrimage Journal, is Kevin's first-hand account of the people and places found along the way to inspire questions and enlighten answers about faith, hope, and love. BOOK: Sacred Steps: A Pilgrimage JournalAvailable from print and digital booksellers for Easter 2022, Sacred Steps: A Pilgrimage Journal is the first-person account of a reluctant pilgrim navigating the eternal questions of faith while walking along the world’s revered paths. The book follows one man’s journey through Portugal and Spain on the Camino de Santiago, along the coast of the Pacific Ocean connecting California’s Missions Trail, across England’s ancient Pilgrims’ Way, and onward towards Rome via Europe’s forgotten footpaths on a journey of soulful discovery. More than a travelogue, Sacred Steps: A Pilgrimage Journal is a first-hand account of a pilgrim's journey and the people and places he finds to inspire questions and enlighten answers about faith, hope, and love. 

Please enjoy this short (10 minute) guided meditation, which I (Matt Whitney) wrote and recorded this week as an offering to spiritual companions. It offers a few specific gratitude prompts, each related to key aspects of our service as spiritual companions. Each prompt is followed by 30 seconds of silence, with a chime sounded to move between each phase. Gratitude is a universal practice of orienting ourselves towards the fact that everything is a gift. Gratitude is, essentially, a posture or a lens through which we see the arrangements and circumstances of our very existence. Do we view the world with a sense of scarcity, and lack, and pessimism? Or do we view it as a place of abundance, and beauty, and hopefulness? We practice gratitude for the good things in our lives, but also for the challenges. Because by being challenged, we are stretched, we soften, and we grow in our capacity to be more compassionate, and we grow in the wisdom of what it is to be human. --- Thank you for supporting the work of spiritual companionship around the world. Learn more at www.sdicompanions.org  

In Bishop Frank's life, Angels have always figured prominently. What does the Church teach about angels? What are Guardian Angels? What do they do? Bishop Frank shares his reflections on angels in this week's Let Me Be Frank.

March 13 | Spiritual Companions: Cleansing Love (Eph 5:25-26) - Time for Three daily couple's devotional Podcast with Sam & Debbie Wood. Support this podcast

March 12 | Spiritual Companions: Covenant Love (Mal 2:14, Eph 5:22-33) - Time for Three daily couple's devotional Podcast with Sam & Debbie Wood. Support this podcast

March 11 | Spiritual Companions: Submissive Love (Ephesians 5:22-25, Gen 2:15, 18) - Time for Three daily couple's devotional Podcast with Sam & Debbie Wood. Support this podcast

There has been a lot of debate over whether spirit keeping is slavery, but when done by an ethical conjurer spirit keeping is indeed a safe, mutual agreement the conjurer makes on behalf of the person who will be the keeper that can provide guidance, mentoring, magickal help and companionship. Join the 0.001% of people who are keeping spirits to help them advance in their skills. That being said, this is a responsibility that must not be entered into lightly. If you do not feel the calling to participate, you might want to work on your skills first. If you have been guided to hear this podcast, you are likely being called and should meditate about this.www.papahoodsorcery.com http://www.psychicbabes.comSupport the show (http://www.psychicbabes.com/podcast)

The people I have met this past year have changed my life! Check out what I mean and stay tuned for a spiritual community coming soon! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reality-reflections/support

Ron Kangas in a College Age Q&R on August 18, 2018 in Calgary, Canada.

Aired Wednesday, 25 July 2018, 3:00 PM ETThe Guardian Angel Oracles with Renowned Angel Expert Chrissie AstellJoin us this “Wisdom Wednesday” as we welcome renowned angel expert, Chrissie Astell and discuss The Guardian Angel Oracle: 52 Cards for Angelic Inspiration, Wisdom and Guidance cards and guidebook.In today’s busy and stressful world, many of us feel the need for some kind of spiritual light and guidance outside of traditional religious practices. Angel cards have become much more mainstream in recent years and no matter what our belief system, they are a presence that we can call upon to help us look more deeply into our lives and ourselves, and develop our intuition to help us navigate life.In The Guardian Angel Oracle: 52 Cards for Angelic Inspiration, Wisdom and Guidance cards and guidebook, renowned angel expert Chrissie Astell helps us tap into the energy of the angels in a more focused way. After an introduction to the history and significance of angelic beings, she provides advice on handling the cards, different ways to use the deck, affirmations and meditations, as well as layouts with sample readings.Whether we seek guidance about a particular issue, wish to feel a spiritual presence more acutely on a daily basis, or perhaps simply seek inspiration on a particular day, working with angel cards can give us all the tools we need to forge invaluable connections with angels, and with ourselves, in a deep, authentic, and grounded way.ABOUT THE GUEST:Chrissie Astell is one of the most highly qualified and experienced angel teachers and writers in the UK, with a BA Hons in Comparative Religion including Angelology & Mysticism, followed by post-graduate certificates in Spiritual Development & Facilitation, and Adult Education. She is also one of seven acknowledged and authorised Spiritual Educators within the Spiritual Companions programme founded by Dr William Bloom. She is the angel expert for well-known UK spiritual magazines, and she runs courses and workshops around the world. Chrissie and her work have been featured on radio, TV, and in national and international press. http://angellight.co.ukINSPIRED LIVING – INTERNET RADIO AT: 12PM PST / 1PM MT / 2PM CST / 3pm EST: https://lnkd.in/eBpHBiROM TIMES CALL-IN LINES: 202-570-7057QUESTIONS???: Ask to join as an “Inspired Listener” and post a question on our closed Facebook page: INSPIRED LIVING RADIO

The Universe, the All That Is, is a place of infinite love and light. It is also a place of infinite creativity allowing for infinite Life. One life form is a race of light beings - us from the future! Francine and Dr. Pat continue their ongoing conversation around spirituality and its important role in our lives.

Authors Bert Ghezzi ("Voices of the Saints: A 365 Day Journey with our Spiritual Companions") and Beth Knobbe ("Finding My Voice: A Young Woman's Perspective").