Podcasts about Spiritual friendship

In this week's episode, Paul, Aaron, and Gunnar welcome Mike Kellar to the Big Idea podcast to close out the Spiritual Friendship Series with a discussion on Covenant Friendship. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation.

Luke 6:20-31Then Jesus looked up at his disciples and said:“Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.“Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.“Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice on that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven, for that is how their ancestors treated the prophets.“But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. “Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry.“Woe to you who are laughing now, for you will mourn and weep.“Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is how their ancestors treated the false prophets.“But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies; do good to those who hate you; bless those who curse you; pray for those who mistreat you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone who asks of you, and if anyone takes away what is yours, do not ask for it back again. Do to others as you would have them do to you. There is a patron saint for almost anything. If you have a fear of caterpillars, meet St. Magnus - the Patron Saint for Protection against those creepy crawlers. Work at a gas station? St. Eligius is your saint. He was the patron saint of horses and blacksmiths, until cars came along and someone decided he should cover gas stations too. If you are a beer lover, Arnold is your saint. The tradition goes, some thirsty people prayed to him to give them what they lacked and a pot of beer appeared. And if the morning after gets rough, there's even St. Bibiana, the patron saint of hangovers. I'm not making that up. Then, there's Drogo, patron saint of unattractive people, not that any of you need to pray to him. I think you get the point. There is a saint for nearly every situation. One of my favorite saints, and the one I think we need inspiration from today, is Saint Aelred of Rievaulx, the patron saint of friendships. You've probably never heard of him, which is part of why I love him. Aelred wasn't known for miracles or dramatic conversions, but for the way he understood and practiced friendship as a path to God.He was born in northern England, the son of a married priest before that became outlawed, and he was well-educated and well-liked from an early age.In his twenties, he served in the Scottish court under King David I: respected for his intelligence, diplomacy, and trustworthiness. But at age twenty-four, he walked away from what was surely a promising career and entered the monastery at Rievaulx in Yorkshire. I'm sure his parents were thrilled since monking makes such good money. He quickly became known for his warmth and wisdom. He eventually rose through the ranks and became the abbot of the whole monastery, overseeing more than 600 monks. But he didn't lead the way we usually imagine leaders do—commanding, strict, or heavy-handed.Aelred was gentle and empathetic, rarely a harsh disciplinarian, and always attentive to the spiritual and emotional needs of the people entrusted to him.He's best known for his writing and preaching on friendship. Aelred had a gift for befriending the people others overlooked, those who were weak, temperamental, or thought to be less than holy. In his most famous work, Spiritual Friendship, he describes a true friend as:“the guardian of my very soul” the one who protects all the secrets of my spirit in loyal silence, the one who bears and endures anything wicked they see in my soul. For a friend will rejoice with my soul rejoicing, grieve with its grieving, and feel that everything that belongs to a friend belongs to themself”. That kind of definition might make us rethink who we call a friend. Aelred's idea of friendship isn't casual or convenient; it sounds more like the love of a spouse, a parent, a sibling, or that one person who walked with us through the best and the worst. And for many of us, that's the person we remember today on All Saints Sunday.Today is unusual in the church year. Instead of primarily giving thanks to the God we know in Jesus Christ, this Sunday is set apart to remember the people we have known and loved in Christ, the ones who have gone before us and now rest in him.And whether we realize it or not, we're also honoring the love shared between us: the risk of loving and being loved, or as Aelred might say, the holy work of friendship.On All Saints Sunday, we remember not just the people we loved, but the risk it took to love them and the risk they took in loving us. Every real relationship carries the possibility, maybe even the certainty, of hurting and being hurt.And that's true of the saints we remember today. Some of them were anything but saintly. Some were difficult. Some were wounded, and some were wounding. Even the best of them didn't consistently love their enemies, pray for those who hurt them, or give generously all the time.But in the Lutheran tradition, that's not what makes a saint. A saint isn't someone who got it right. A saint is someone who tried, failed, and is forgiven by God. That is what makes a saint: a forgiven sinner.Which means this loving and being loved is risky business, no matter who it is. C.S. Lewis puts it this way:“To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything and your heart will be wrung and possibly broken. If you want to make sure of keeping it intact you must give it to no one, not even an animal. Wrap it carefully round with hobbies and little luxuries; avoid all entanglements. Lock it up safe in the casket or coffin of your selfishness. But in that casket, safe and dark, it will change. It will not be broken; it will become unbreakable, impenetrable, irredeemable.To love is to be vulnerable.”Is there anyone who knows this risk — this vulnerability — more than the God we know in Jesus Christ? He left heaven, only to be betrayed by his own people, abandoned by his friends, and to have his heart beaten and broken until it stopped on the cross. And he did it so that we might be made into saints — forgiven sinners. Truly, there is no greater love than that.This morning we don't just remember the saints in our lives, we remember the love it took to be in relationship with them, and the risk that love always requires. Saint Aelred reminds us that to love is to risk. And to follow Jesus is simply to keep risking love again and again. Which means this life of faith is never without risk.Today is not only All Saints Sunday; it's also the launch of our capital campaign. You've seen the plans, the pictures, and you've given feedback along the way. And today we want to show you where all of that has led us.Because at the heart of this campaign is not just more seats in a sanctuary, or a bigger building. At the heart of it is more relationships. Buildings don't make a church. Relationships do.But buildings can give us the space where those vulnerable, holy friendships can take root. That's what we're after: a sanctuary that makes room for more people to experience the grace of Jesus Christ, and one that finally allows everyone to enter, serve, and participate fully in worship. And a Community Hub: a space where neighbors can connect, where learning and conversation can happen, where kids can play and grow, where anyone can meet, make, or find a friend.Does this involve risk? Absolutely. Not just financial risk, though that's part of it. The deeper risk is opening ourselves to the people around us.We risk people coming into our space simply to use it — and nothing more. We risk people learning what we believe about God's grace and deciding they want nothing to do with it.And we risk forming new friendships that will stretch our hearts and our community to make room for the people God sends our way. We could get really attached to these people. We could give our hearts to them. And that requires vulnerability.But that's the life Jesus calls us to — a life of risk, of friendship, of love.And if that is not at the heart of why we're doing this — if all we want is a bigger building with more empty chairs and tables — then this campaign can be damned. But if we are willing to take the risk — to open ourselves, to make the kind of friends Aelred made, the ones others overlook and dismissed, and to share the love of Jesus with a community who needs to see it, hear it, and feel it — then we are truly rooted in grace and growing in mission.Since there's a saint for nearly every situation, let Aelred be our saint for this moment. Not because he built anything, but because he loved people others ignored. Because he believed friendship was holy work. Because he knew the work of grace was making room for the overlooked and the imperfect.This campaign is not about numbers or square footage. It is about making more room for that kind of love: the kind that turns strangers into friends, and friends into saints.Because as Aelred wrote, “True friendship draws us right up to the edge of what it means to know God and experience God.”Amen

In this week's episode, Paul, Aaron, and Gunnar welcome Brent Macleod to the Big Idea podcast for a week eight Spiritual Friendship Series discussion on forgiveness. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation.

Pastor Jin Lee of Chelten: A Church of Hope teaches about the importance of spiritual friendship from the book of Proverbs.

In this week's episode, Paul, Aaron, Daniel and Gunnar step into the ring (a literal ring) for a week seven Spiritual Friendship Series discussion on rebuke. ☕️ Pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation.

//Andrew Lundy | 1 Samuel 18:1-9

In this week's episode, Paul, Gunnar and Aaron discuss week six of our Spiritual Friendship Series on encouragement. ☕️ Pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation.

Send us a Text Message - include your name!In this episode of Faith Over Breakfast, Andy and Eric completely let loose. They talk baseball. They talk board games. They talk about their two churches teaming up for a baseball, kickball, and board-gaming extravaganza. It's friendship, laughter, and chaos all wrapped into one conversation.Honestly, they're just having a blast. This episode is pure fun, one you'll want to hear more than once. If this description doesn't convince you to listen, I'm not sure what will.Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS1. CASH APP2. Justgive"Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" is a weekly podcast where Pastors Andy and Eric come together over a imaginary delicious breakfast to talk about faith, food, sermons, culture, and more. In each episode, the pastors delve into thought-provoking topics and offer inspiring insights and practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus. With occasional guests joining the conversation, "Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" provides a unique perspective on what it means to live a life of faith in today's world. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or just starting on your faith journey, this podcast is the perfect companion for your morning routine. So join Pastors Andy and Eric each week as they explore the intersections of faith, food, and life over a delicious breakfast.Support:https://www.buzzsprout.com/97804/support

In dieser Episode teile ich ein intimes Gespräch mit Patrizia Schmid – langjährige Schülerin, Freundin und bald selbst Ausbilderin. Wir sprechen über unsere gemeinsame Praxisreise, über Yin als Lebenshaltung, über das Entstehen von Vertrauen, Tiefe und Wandel. Ein Gespräch über Spiritual Friendship, stille Rituale und die Kraft, sich selbst treu zu bleiben.

In this week's episode, Paul and Gunnar welcome Lindsey Crandell to the conversation as they discuss week five of our Spiritual Friendship Series on empathy. ☕️ Pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation.

How to establish, cultivate and nourish deep meaningful friendships rooted in Christ.

In this week's episode, Paul, Aaron and Gunnar discuss week four of our Spiritual Friendship Series on “It's good to share the “wrong things” with the right people”. We invite you to pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation. You can also find more resources at isonrise.com/spiritual-friendship

In this week's episode, Paul, Aaron and Gunnar discuss week three of our Spiritual Friendship Series on “We make friends, then friends make us”. We invite you to pour yourself a cup of coffee, press play, and join the conversation. You can also find more resources at isonrise.com/spiritual-friendship

I have such a fun show for you today! You are getting a sneak peek into a conversation with one of my oldest friends, Pam Fierst-Walsh. This is Pam's second time on the show. It's so fun to record with a friend. I even forget we were on a podcast at one point because this is just who we are and how we talk. As you will hear, Pam and I recently went on a retreat together. During the trip, Pam impromptu asked if we could record a special summer episode, and here it is! It's perfect timing as the leaves are changing here in Chicago and the weather is starting to change. This show is a great way to wrap up summer and to focus on a fun and deep topic – spiritual friendship. During today's podcast, Pam and I discussed:That we have been friends for 27 years and we haven't aged a day!What motivated Pam to join me in Montana for the retreat.How Pam and I met in 1998 and almost bumped into one another in 1997.What the definitions of spiritual friendship and doppelganger are.The impact our friendship has had on both of us.If we can't spend a lot of time together because we are so similar and the energetic connection is strong.And Pam's most recent advice on the 1-2 ways women can be braver at work!Here is more about Pam:Pamela Fierst-Walsh is the Vice President of Government Affairs for North America with the DeBeers Group. Pamela is the former VP of Traceability at PVH where she worked with the Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein brands on global traceability objectives. She is also the former CEO of her consultancy, PFW Advisory, where she provided advisory services for regulatory and supply chain needs, particularly with respect to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns.

In this week's episode, Paul, Aaron and Gunnar discuss week two of our Spiritual Friendship Series on "You and God" are not enough. You can also find more resources at isonrise.com/spiritual-friendship

Friendship is at the core of who we are. God Himself models perfect relationship in the Trinity, and He invites us into that same kind of connection with one another. And yet, we live in a time when isolation and despair are on the rise—where loneliness is being called an epidemic, and where the lack of meaningful connection is costing lives. All of this points to our deep need for the kind of relationships God has made us for. Welcome to the Big Idea Podcast: Reading with Friends, where each week we invite you to join us as we sit down for a conversation about the weekend's message and how, together, we can step into the kind of friendship and connection we were made for—friendship with God and with one another. Episode Description: On this first episode, we ask: Why a podcast, and why now? We talk about how the Spiritual Friendship Series came to be, what we've learned along the way, and what you can expect in the weeks ahead. We also model what's to come as we open the Bible with friends and reflect on the Big Idea and key passages from the weekend's message.

Listen as Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel and Spiritual Formation Pastor Adrienne share what's ahead for our church this fall, exploring how the season of Ordinary Time invites us into growth, discipleship, and deeper relationships. They unpack Trinity's core commitment to creating space for meaningful and reconciled relationships.They also highlight upcoming opportunities to live this out together, including the launch of Neighborhood Groups, a Wellness Workshop on Spiritual Friendship with Bishop Brian Wallace, a Faith & Night on Sexuality, the Grace and Truth course, a talk with Deacon Erin Moniz, and our Marriage Retreat. Throughout the episode, they reflect on intimacy, community, and what it means to be formed in Christ in everyday life.

This Dhamma talk was offered on August 16, 2025 at Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery.

In this exploration of spiritual friendship, we dive into the powerful bonds that shape our faith journey. The sermon draws inspiration from the biblical story of David and Jonathan, showcasing a friendship so deep it transcended political rivalries and familial expectations. This narrative invites us to reflect on our own relationships and how they mirror such profound connections. The message emphasizes three key aspects of spiritual friendship: the power of presence and listening, the importance of encouragement, and the necessity of honest correction. We're challenged to consider who plays these roles in our lives and, perhaps more importantly, for whom we fulfill these roles. The sermon beautifully weaves these themes with scenes from the movie 'Stand By Me,' illustrating how even in secular stories, we can find sacred truths about companionship and growth. As we contemplate these ideas, we're encouraged to seek out or cultivate small groups where we can experience the depth of spiritual friendship, asking ourselves and others, 'How is it with your soul?' This message reminds us that in true friendship, we encounter not just each other, but also the presence of God.

We're diving deep into the world of spiritual discernment with Cheryl Weaver. Cheryl breaks down what spiritual discernment really is and why it's not just some lofty, intimidating concept, but a super practical tool for everyday life. We explore how tuning into God's invitations can transform our decision-making processes and help us move away from the pressure of going it alone. Plus, Cheryl shares some gems about the role of a spiritual director, making it clear that this journey is all about creating space for genuine connection with God and others.Episode HighlightsSpiritual discernment involves being aware of God's guidance as we make daily decisions.Community plays a crucial role in spiritual discernment, offering support and perspective along the journey.The practice of spiritual direction is about creating space for personal growth and connection with God.It's essential to prioritize intentional living and create space for spiritual practices in our lives.Resources MentionedCedar Rock Ministries Sacred Companions: The Gift of Spiritual Friendship & Direction by David G. BennerThe Next Right Thing by Emily P. FreemanThe Next Right Thing Podcast with Emily P. FreemanRelated Episodes You Might Also LikeEP 5 - Reader Review: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerEP 33 - Creating Breathing Room: Why I'm Taking a SabbaticalEP 39 - The Source of Empowerment with Becky BeresfordEP 41 - Are You Sleepwalking Through Life?EP 55 - Breathing Room: How Stepping Back Makes You a Better MomEP 62 - From Panic to Peace: How to Make Room for What Matters with Rachel EarpEP 66 - Faith-Based Body Awareness for Overwhelmed Women with Cheryl WeaverConnect with CherylEmail: Cheryl@CedarRockMinistries.com Connect with RachelWebsite: racheldbaker.comInstagram: @rachel.d.baker Email: rachel@racheldbaker.comIt means so much to me that you are part of this community! I never recommend anything to you that I don't truly love and believe is worthwhile. Some of the links I share are affiliate links, and I will earn a tiny commission if you go through...

Psalm 103Reading 1: 1 Samuel 19Reading 2: From a treatise on Spiritual Friendship by Blessed Aelred, abbotSt. Helena Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Your donations are tax-deductibleSupport us at: sthelenaministries.com/supportPresentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) © 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975

AMDG. “Sister, is God a person for you, or an idea?”   Diocesan priest, author, and former hermit Fr. Wayne Sattler joins the Kolbecast to share his life-story from high school teacher to almost-married to hermit; his two books, which originated in his notes from years leading spiritual retreats; spiritual direction, or as he prefers to call it, “spiritual friendship”; relating to God as a person, not as an idea, which is the theme of one of his books; and so much more. Fr. Sattler's humor, hope, and humility shine through every story he tells, and his words reflect the wisdom he has gained from his years of experience counseling others.   Links mentioned & relevant:  Books & articles by Fr. Wayne Sattler:   Remain in Me and I in You – Relating to God as a Person, Not an Idea  And You Will Find Rest: What God Does in Prayer  Wasting Time with God, an article on Catholic Exchange  Other books:  The Four Cardinal Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance by Josef Pieper  Seeking Spiritual Direction by Rev. Thomas Dubay S.M.   Related Kolbecast episodes:  183 Gratuitous Gifts: Sherry Weddell on Charisms  123 A Change of the Ages, 213 This Is a Beginning, and 224 Forming Apostolic Hearts with Msgr. James P. Shea  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

In this paradigm-shifting episode of "You, Me, and Jesus," Keenya challenges the notion that our closest relationships must be with fellow believers, sharing how her diverse friendships have actually strengthened her faith rather than compromised it.Discover the beauty of finding your faith community beyond church walls as Keenya unpacks friendship as a spiritual practice. She shares the hilarious misunderstandings between her faith worlds and practical ways to cultivate authentic relationships that help you grow spiritually without hidden agendas.In our "What Would Jesus Actually Do?" segment, we explore how Jesus—who was called a friend of sinners—might respond to someone whose best friends aren't Christians, affirming the value of diverse relationships while encouraging authentic living.Whether you're struggling with lonely church attendance, feeling guilty about your non-Christian friendships, or simply longing for deeper community, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on the ministry of genuine friendship.If you felt empowered by this episode, take a screenshot for your stories and tag Keenya on Instagram @keenyakelly. I would be honored to hear your takeaways and re-post your share!Important Links from the show:Understanding your spiritual gifts is definitely one of the foundational things that every single Christian needs to know.If you'd like a quick and free spiritual quiz assessment to understand why and how God gifted you what you have in life click here https://keenyakelly.com/ministry/!Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@youmeandjesus Connect with Keenya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keenyakelly/ Connect with Keenya on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keenyakelly Connect with Keenya on Twitter: https://twitter.com/keenyakelly For more information on courses and resources: https://keenyakelly.com/Are you building a business and you want to know what God is saying to you about your business?Looking for strategy on what to do next with your business or market your business in a way that's Christ focused?Click the following link to book a creative consulting session to get a strategy together for your business that is faith focused: https://keenyakelly.com/creativeconsulting/

A Spiritual Community consists of Individuals; a group does not consist of Individuals. What is individuality? How can an ordinary group support our efforts to transcend the group? Excerpted from the talk The Individual, the Group, and the Community by Sangharakshita given in 1971. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast: Bite-sized clips - Buddhist inspiration three times a week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967  

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Dr. Wesley Hill is a New Testament scholar and seminary professor, and I found him through his new book called, simply, Easter. If you want Easter to be more than a chocolate bunny and the question of how to deal with wearing pastels after a long winter, this is your episode! Dr. Hill helped me remember again the deep and profound joy and hope that Easter brings, not just on that one Sunday each spring but every day before and after. Wesley Hill is an Episcopal priest and associate professor of New Testament at Western Theological Seminary. His PhD in New Testament is from Durham University in the UK. He has spoken and lectured at numerous Christian colleges and seminaries in the U.S. and internationally. A contributing editor for Comment magazine, he writes regularly for Christianity Today, The Living Church, and other publications. Among his books are Washed and Waiting, Paul and the Trinity, Spiritual Friendship, and The Lord's Prayer. Find him online at wesleyhill.tumblr.com.Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KimberlyStuart.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more from this episode.

This talk considers the importance of a good teacher and also of a sangha. It discusses ways of relating to the teacher and how to determine whether the teacher and the teachings are right for you. Peter Case was a monastic for two years at the House of Inner Tranquility in the 1980's and continues to be a student of Paul Harris.. This talk was given in December 2023.

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Interview starts 18 minutes in, be sure to check out our other episodes in English!----Är vänskap undervärderat? Hur är det att vara gay och leva i celibat på grund av sin tro? Och vad är adelphopoiesis? Med oss i detta gruvligt försenade avsnitt är Wesley Hill! Wesley är biträdande professor i Nya testamentet vid Western Theological Seminary och präst i Episkopala kyrkan. Han är homosexuell, men har valt att leva i celibat. I sin bok Spiritual Friendship reflekterar han över hur han ändå kan finna kärlek i kyrkan genom starkare band av vänskap. Vi pratar också om Trumps tillträde och vad det innebär för HBTQ-grupperna. Dessutom, Anton pratar om skolskjutningen i Örebro och Annika har tre tips. ---Gilla oss på ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Följ oss på ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Skriv till oss på ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠atenochjerusalem@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stöd oss på ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

Pastor Wendy finishes our series on "Spiritual Friendship."

Pastor Matt continues our series on "Spiritual Friendship."

Pastor Matt continues our Spiritual Friendship series on the difference true friends make in each other's lives.

Pastor Wendy launches our new series, Spiritual Friendship, about the Welcome of God.

Encore show from January 7, 2025 Fr. Bobby Blood joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Friendship What is Friendship? (10:47) How do we navigate seasons of life? (15:20) Susanne - Greeting people daily. Having been retired taking care of people. I've found that being kind like to the cashier at the grocery store. (19:06) Break 1 Maria - How can I attain a spiritual director so I can have a spiritual friendship? (22:59) Nora - I have a couple of nieces who are adults. They appreciate my friendship, but I don't hear back from them. How should I deal with this? How do we know what friendships are good to have and which ones are not healthy? What is the role of forgiveness in friendship? Jessica - I was just recently at confession and my priest told me that I need to seek friends in the church. Why is that so important? I feel that I am old now and have a hard time understanding the why. (40:44) Break 2 How do you navigate friendships between men and women? Francesca - I'm a convert. 10 years ago. Old friends who are certainly non-Catholic. There's been tension. Any ideas if I should pursue this friendship or how to approach.

2025-01-12 | Dharma Talk | The Power of Spiritual Friendship | Jessica Steinbomer and Nate Smalley by Appamada

Fr. Bobby Blood joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Friendship What is Friendship? (10:47) How do we navigate seasons of life? (15:20) Susanne - Greeting people daily. Having been retired taking care of people. I've found that being kind like to the cashier at the grocery store. (19:06) Break 1 Maria - How can I attain a spiritual director so I can have a spiritual friendship? (22:59) Nora - I have a couple of nieces who are adults. They appreciate my friendship, but I don't hear back from them. How should I deal with this? How do we know what friendships are good to have and which ones are not healthy? What is the role of forgiveness in friendship? Jessica - I was just recently at confession and my priest told me that I need to seek friends in the church. Why is that so important? I feel that I am old now and have a hard time understanding the why. (40:44) Break 2 How do you navigate friendships between men and women? Francesca - I'm a convert. 10 years ago. Old friends who are certainly non-Catholic. There's been tension. Any ideas if I should pursue this friendship or how to approach.

DateDecember 22, 2024SynopsisIn this sermon, we dive into what happens when vulnerability meets blessing through the lens of Mary's visit to Elizabeth. We explore how creating safe spaces for truth-telling—like Elizabeth's home and the muskrat's winter den—allows us to encounter transformative love that empowers us to sing new songs of hope. This fourth Sunday of Advent reminds us that authentic love makes room for our whole selves, not just our highlight reel.ReferencesScripture: Luke 1:39–55 About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

In this week's episode of the 3 Pillars Podcast I will be discussing the Sage Archetype. How do you define it, what is it's shadow, and how can we apply our Christian faith to strengthen this archetype? SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW PODCAST CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@3PillarsPodcast God bless you all. Jesus is King. “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬ I appreciate all the comments, topic suggestions, and shares! Find the "3 Pillars Podcast" on all major platforms. For more information, visit the 3 Pillars Podcast website: https://3pillarspodcast.wordpress.com/ Don't forget to check out the 3 Pillars Podcast on Goodpods and share your thoughts by leaving a rating and review: https://goodpods.app.link/3X02e8nmIub Please Support Veteran's For Child Rescue: https://vets4childrescue.org/ Stay connected with Joe Russiello and the "Sword of the Spirit" Podcast: https://www.swordofthespiritpodcast.com/ Join the conversation: #3pillarspodcast References Jung, C. G. (1959). The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious. Princeton University Press. Hillman, J. (1996). The Soul's Code: In Search of Character and Calling. Random House. Moore, R., & Gillette, D. (1991). King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: Rediscovering the Archetypes of the Mature Masculine. HarperOne. Benner, D. G. (2002). Sacred Companions: The Gift of Spiritual Friendship and Direction. InterVarsity Press. Rohr, R. (2011). Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life. Jossey-Bass. #podcast #archetype --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chase-tobin/support

GRATITUDE: REPONSING TO A GENEROUS GOD We cannot read the worship-prayer book of Israel, the Psalms, without being captured with the notion of thanksgiving undergirding every type of expression to God in prayer. Even the darkest laments often end in thanksgiving, or at least the expectation of God's intervention, which is the shadow of thanksgiving.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)

Thank you for joining us for our "Thrive" Focus Season! This week we look at the importance of friendships.

Join Pastor Kory Kleinsasser as he explores "Spiritual Friendships." Discover how true spiritual friends help us in times of crisis, encourage our faith, and fight for us. Learn how to cultivate these rare and vital relationships that lead to thriving lives.