"Every time you let go, you begin again. And every time you begin again, a part of you is born again." Pastor Kevin Sweeney is on the podcast this week to talk about his new book, The Joy of Letting Go. So much of our faith asks us to let go - to release our human desire to control everything and turn our trust over to God. Kevin shares some incredible wisdom on how difficult it can be, but also how we can practice letting go in real, tangible ways. Listen and learn more about how you can embody...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Doing Nothing Is No Longer An Option: One Woman’s Journey into Everyday Antiracism Jenny Booth Potter is on the podcast this week (and next!!) to talk about her recently released book that is a deep dive into her own journey with antiracism work. It's a powerful testimony to what it looks like to engage (especially as a white woman) in the work of antiracism every day, in both big and small ways. Listen and learn more about how you can embody your faith by engaging in everyday antiracism practic...
Jan 16, 2023•54 min
Doing Nothing Is No Longer An Option: One Woman’s Journey into Everyday Antiracism Jenny Booth Potter is on the podcast this week (and next!!) to talk about her recently released book that is a deep dive into her own journey with antiracism work. It's a powerful testimony to what it looks like to engage (especially as a white woman) in the work of antiracism every day, in both big and small ways. Listen and learn more about how you can embody your faith by engaging in everyday antiracism practic...
Jan 09, 2023•41 min
Merry Christmas!
Dec 25, 2022•10 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 23, 2022•5 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 21, 2022•7 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 19, 2022•8 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 16, 2022•7 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 14, 2022•8 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 12, 2022•8 min
During this season of Advent we wanted to share episodes that will bring hope, light, and hopefully fill your well during this season.
Dec 09, 2022•5 min
Our dear friend Ellie Roscher just launched her new book, The Embodied Path , which is all about our bodies and the amazing, sometimes harrowing, stories they tell. It’s a book that will widen your compassion, deepen your understanding, spark your curiosity, and strengthen the empathy you have for others, as well as strengthen your love for yourself and your own body. Ellie is here on the podcast today, as our last podcast interviewee of 2022, to share all about The Embodied Path! About Ellie El...
Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Enneagram Sevens are known for being spontaneous, opportunistic, and seeking joy and fun wherever they go. To share some of that joyous spirit with us today is Rev. Jenny Sung! Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are an Enneagram 7, or love someone who is a 7, or you’re simply just curious about the enneagram - is that you learn something about who you are. That you find healing in knowing you are not alone, and that you are loved just as you are. Advent...
Nov 29, 2022•51 min
Our sound producer had so much fun while listening to the unedited version of Monday's episode that we decided to make it a blooper reel for you all to enjoy! We hope this brings a smile to your face as it did to ours. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 23, 2022•8 min
Enneagram 5s are cerebral, investigative types. Tending to be more introverted, they carefully protect their time and energy, though they can also be quite goofy - a lovely trait you'll experience in this week's episode with Kelsey's husband, Rev. Kevin Beebe! It was such a fun episode to do, our amazing sound editor put together a blooper reel that will go live on Wednesday morning so be sure to keep an eye out for it! Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether yo...
Nov 21, 2022•48 min
Tracy uses their vision and creative expression towards cultivating humanity in a world largely condemning and diminishing of the beauty, interconnections and the vulnerability that come with being human. Her early touring career and a musician and songwriter brought her across the continental United States and many parts of Central and South America. Tracy’s songs opened pathways for relationships and the relationships seeded new songs about the lived realities of people in many different place...
Nov 14, 2022•46 min
Enneagram Fours are known for having big feelings. To talk to us more about Enneagram Fours we have Jody Thone. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are an Enneagram 4, or love someone who is a 4, or you’re simply just curious about the enneagram - is that you learn something about who you are. That you find healing in knowing you are not alone, and that you are loved just as you are. Resources Learn more about the Enneagram Four 40-Day Devotional for Enn...
Nov 07, 2022•56 min
Enneagram Sixes are known for being overly prepared. They have a unique gift for sensing what the dangers are in a situation and having a plan. To talk to us more about Enneagram Sixes we have Emily Snowden, who is a pastor and brilliant enneagram teacher. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are an Enneagram 6, or love someone who is a 6, or you’re simply just curious about the enneagram - is that you learn something about who you are. That you find heal...
Oct 31, 2022•51 min
Renowned author, Mitali Perkins , joins us this week to share about her powerful new children's book, " The Story of Us ." It speaks to the power of creation, our relationship with the elements, the chaos of natural disaster, and wondering how God comes as the restorer of broken relationship. "One of life's greatest joys is to create spaces where young people feel safe, welcome, and beloved. Stories are one such space." — Mitali Perkins About Mitali in her own words : I was born Mitali Bose in K...
Oct 24, 2022•46 min
Enneagram Twos are known for being altruistic helpers. They have a unique gift for sensing people's needs, caring for others, and reading a room. To talk to us more about Enneagram Twos we have Holly Johnson, who is a pastor and Enneagram teacher based out of Minneapolis. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are a 2, or love someone who is a 2, or you’re simply just curious about the enneagram - is that you learn something about who you are. That you find...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Enneagram Threes are known for being goal-driven big dreamers. They have a unique gift for seeing potential in themselves and everyone around them, and cheering folks on to be their best selves. To talk to us more about Enneagram Threes, we have Val Hystek, who is a writer, enneagram enthusiast, and teacher. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are an Enneagram 3, or love someone who is a 3, or you’re simply just curious about the enneagram - is that you ...
Oct 10, 2022•47 min
Enneagram Eights are known for being self-confident, strong, and assertive. They have a unique gift for seeing injustice and calling it out for what it is. To talk to us more about Enneagram Eights, we have Marlie Heberling, who is a seasoned Enneagram teacher and graphic designer. She’s an Enneagram Eight herself and shares her insight and wisdom with us about our beloved Enneagram Eights. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are an 8, or love someone wh...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Enneagram Ones are known for being ethical and conscientious. They have a unique gift for discerning right from wrong. To talk to us more about Enneagram Ones, we have Hazel Monae, who is a leadership development teacher and Enneagram expert. She’s an Enneagram 1 and shares her insight and wisdom with us about our beloved Enneagram Ones. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types, whether you are a 1, or love someone who is a 1, or you’re simply just curious about the ennea...
Sep 26, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Enneagram Nines are known for valuing peace and having the unique ability to see all sides. They have a unique gift for bringing people together and making folks feel seen and supported. To talk to us more about Enneagram Nines, we have Michael Shahan , who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Enneagram teacher. He’s an Enneagram 9 and shares his insight and wisdom with us about our beloved peacemakers, Enneagram Nines. Our hope as you listen to these episodes about the various types,...
Sep 19, 2022•1 hr
Welcome to our Enneagram series!! This fall we're doing a deep dive on the Enneagram , which is an ancient spiritual tool used for better understanding ourselves, and one another. This week, Jessica Denise Dickson introduces us to the history and usage of the Enneagram, and gives an overview of the 9 types. It's a little longer than our typical episode, but it is jam packed with amazing wisdom and information! Throughout the next nine weeks, we will have more expert guests doing deep dives on ea...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 31 min
In this brief episode, we breathe and pray together and listen to words from powerful mystics on the beauty and importance of rest. Book recommendation from the episode: Love Poems from God: Twelve Sacred Voices from the East and West
Sep 05, 2022•10 min
Jamie McGhee, a novelist, playwright, and essayist, who is Black, queer, and prefers not to identify within a gender binary, though is often perceived as and was assigned female at birth. And Adam Hollowell, an author, ethicist, and facilitator, who is a white male. Adam was on faculty at Duke University while Jamie was a student and they began reading James Baldwin together and eventually writing about his work and studying it more deeply. I’ll allow them to tell you the rest of the story, but ...
Aug 29, 2022•53 min
Queer-Affirming, Millennial & Gen Z Led. That's how Tree of Life Lutheran in Minneapolis describes themselves. Rev. Marissa Sotos shares what a faith community like this looks like. What happens when we let go of "the way it's always been done," and try something new? What happens when elders are led by youngers, and vice versa? What happens when we release the need for certainty and instead embrace a faith of doubt and curiosity? Listen to find out! About Rev. Marissa Marissa Sotos has been...
Aug 22, 2022•45 min
Hi friends! We are taking a break from July 25th - August 21st and we will be back with more amazing content for you starting Monday, August 22nd! Be sure to listen to this quick message and prayer from Pastor Kelsey and you can find all the links to stay connected below: Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional . Check out our website for great resources, previous blog posts, and more. Get some Lady Preacher Podcast swag ! Connect with us ...
Jul 25, 2022•6 min
We apologize; the wrong audio for this interview was originally uploaded (and was 2hrs long!). It's fixed now but may take a while for the correct audio to show up on your podcast platform. You'll know it's the correct audio if it's under an hour. Thank you for your grace and understanding! In a time when it’s harder than ever to look reality in the eye, Rev. Jenny Smith offers people the courage to show up authentically to all of life’s complexities. As a writer, coach, and spiritual guide, she...
Jul 18, 2022•44 min
