Tara shares the story of her calling to be a pastor, She also asks you to consider your calling to your community. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at...
Jan 26, 2021•12 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Tara tells a story about Dr King's dream and reflects on the call of curating "beloved community" today. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton...
Jan 19, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Let’s take some time today to consider peace and what it calls us to do. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in var...
Jan 12, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 8
The New Year may find us occupied with the future, but Tara encourages us to pause for a moment and trace out our connections to the past and the present. A resource mentioned in this episode is Sacred Space, published by the Irish Jesuits. It is a good resource if you’re looking for daily inspiration. For more information on Sacred Space go to: https://www.sacredspace.ie/ Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since...
Jan 05, 2021•11 min•Season 2Ep. 7
It’s our 1st annual holiday special with listener contributions from Australia, Ireland & the USA. Contributing Artists: Lorraine Savage – Church Member and sewer of all things beautiful from King of Kings Lutheran Church in Liverpool NY. Poem titled: “Dear Santa” LeoWT - a seminarian, hairdresser, and activist, but most importantly they are a Tejera. Leo, together with their partner, Elle Tejera, own #WTHAIR in Olean Ny. They have five children, four pets, and one passion in life, making th...
Dec 29, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 6
The pressure is on to have a perfect Christmas, but love is the only thing that really matters. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary...
Dec 22, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The pandemic can find us feeling so disconnected from others, but we can say HERE I AM to the same love present in Mary’s song—even over a Zoom call! Check out more about the outstanding poet referenced in this episode, Kaitlin Shetler: FB @kaitlinhardyshetler , Instagram @theskeptileptic & Twitter @tufftaffy Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry wit...
Dec 15, 2020•17 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Joy shows up in places we least expect. Even in stressful times we can make room for it. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She h...
Dec 08, 2020•16 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Learn a new way to reflect on your day in a practice based on the book Sleeping With Bread by Dennis Linn, Sheila Fabricant Linn, and Matthew Linn. Tara also invites you to submit a poem for the upcoming holiday episode. #sleepingwithbread Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg...
Dec 01, 2020•14 min•Season 2Ep. 2
A story of grief & a powerful coping mechanism. Also, Tara wants to YOU to submit a poem for a special Christmas edition of Holy Shenanigans! Details at the end of the show. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Min...
Nov 24, 2020•16 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We all need a place to belong. Tara gives thanks for one of those sacred spaces in her life. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. S...
Nov 17, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Tara reminds you to be who you are and get into some “good trouble.” Also: a prayer for peace this Veterans Day. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at P...
Nov 10, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 8
While everything around us screams for our attention, Tara explains how “hitting the pause button” is an indispensable practice for living fully in the present while keeping an eye on the future. Tara also reminds you to cast your ballot and gives a shout out to the Benedictine Sisters of Erie. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writi...
Nov 02, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Tara tells of story of some holy shenanigans with some second-hand baby clothes. Sometimes we receive grace from others. Other times we get to give it away. Also: Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education ...
Oct 27, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Tara tells a tale of grief, fear, forgiveness, love, and candy corn. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various...
Oct 20, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 5
It’s election season in the USA and everyone is losing their minds. Conflict can push us apart or it can be an opportunity to listen, learn, and maybe even grow closer. Tara tells a story about how a friendship with an atheist taught her about grace. Also: Indigenous Peoples' Day, Richard Rohr, non-dualistic thinking, and a belated prom thank you. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastma...
Oct 13, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Saying “yes” to every invitation can leave us overextended and depleted. Tara shares the importance of making room for the things that give our lives energy and meaning. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Pr...
Oct 06, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Tara reminds everyone to register to vote and then talks about how love overcomes barriers. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. Sh...
Sep 29, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this special sneak preview edition of Holy Shenanigans, Tara talks about being open to new ideas. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program...
Sep 22, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Holy Shenanigans will inspire and encourage you -- all in the name of love. Each week you’ll be encouraged to look for glimmers of the spiritual in your everyday life. Your guide is Tara Lamont Eastman: a creative, a feminist, a pastor and all-around sacred mischief-maker. She's spiritual, not stuffy. Send Tara a Text Message Support the show Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love o...
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