Compass Podcast: Finding the spirituality in the day-to-day
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Two nice guys go on the frustrating journey of finding evidence of divine presence and spirituality in midst of the ups and downs of day-to-day life.
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Aug 4, 2022
The church, the state and a prophetic voice: Compass 88
Rev. Joseph Kim shares insights on our political calling in faith and raising up a prophetic witness for justice. In America, church and state are meant to be distinct and separate. And yet, we have to admit that church often bleeds over into matters of state and vice versa, despite the intention of separation. So … Continue reading "The church, the state and a prophetic voice: Compass 88"
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Jul 13, 2022
Relisten: Finding the Divine in the everyday with Kaitlin Curtice
We’re revisiting a conversation with Kaitlin Curtice. We talked with Kaitlin back in 2018. She is an award-winning author, poet-storyteller, and public speaker. Kaitlin presents on the intersections of spirituality and identity and how that shifts throughout our lives. In this episode we really focused on how she uses everyday moments as instances of awareness … Continue reading "Relisten: Finding the Divine in the everyday with Kaitlin Curtice"
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Jul 7, 2022
Spirit-filled: Rethink Church audiomagazine summer 2022
This is the June/early July 2022 edition of the Rethink Church audiomagazine presented on the Compass podcast. Throughout June of 2022, our content focused on being Spirit-filled. What does that mean? Well, we have some great posts about encountering and moving with the Holy Spirit. In this edition of the audiomag, we’ll hear: “Pigeons, boundaries … Continue reading "Spirit-filled: Rethink Church audiomagazine summer 2022"
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Jul 6, 2022
New episodes resuming in August
We’ll be back with some deep topics in August: How do sit with being Christian when we don’t agree with everything being done in the name of Christianity? Whether or not there’s a reason for our hardship in our lives. The sacred represented in the natural world. And more, of course!
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Jun 22, 2022
Relisten: Does everything happen for a reason?
This was a conversation with Kate Bowler, who, at the time of original recording, was a well-regarded but not-so well-known college professor and author. She was on the verge of releasing a book called “Everything Happens for a Reason and Other Lies I’ve Loved…” which then blew up. The book came out of Kate’s cancer … Continue reading "Relisten: Does everything happen for a reason?"
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Jun 8, 2022
Do UFOs and extraterrestrials have anything to do with faith and theology?
Deep in the media vaults of the United Methodist denomination are old radio shows all about UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It would seem odd that a religious organization would be so invested in that topic. Meanwhile, NASA has funded theological projects and several faith leaders have invested in the astro-sciences. What is going on? Do … Continue reading "Do UFOs and extraterrestrials have anything to do with faith and theology?"
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May 25, 2022
Relisten: Forging peace through reconciliation with Brian Tillman
This episode is a re-presentation of one of our first Compass podcast episodes and it’s about our personal roles in the proliferation of racism and racial reconciliation. Despite the fact that the material presented in this episode by Rev. Brian Tillman is several years old, it’s still right on point and still really needed.
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May 18, 2022
Connected: Rethink Church audiomagazine May 2022
Throughout May of 2022, our content focused on connection. And we have some great posts about how we are connected in community and how we can build stronger connections–both internally and externally. In this edition of the audiomag, we’ll hear: “The Way of Righteousness and grace in the Star Wars universe” by Ryan Dunn: https://www.umc.org/en/content/righteousness-and-star-wars … Continue reading "Connected: Rethink Church audiomagazine May 2022"
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May 11, 2022
Integrating the physical and the spiritual
We’re talking with Lisa Colon DeLay in this episode about her journey of physical and spiritual integration. It’s a journey where she discovered that we are dualistic beings who are part spiritual and part material. We’re both/and. And recognizing that opens us up to utilizing spiritual practices that impact our physical states as well as … Continue reading "Integrating the physical and the spiritual"
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Apr 27, 2022
Holistic evangelism and salvation with Mark Teasdale
Ready to tackle a couple tough ideas? In this episode of Compass, Rev. Dr. Mark Teasdale helps us adopt a healthy understand of the Christian ideas of evangelism and salvation. Mark Teasdale is E. Stanley Jones Professor of Evangelism at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois. He is ordained in the United Methodist Church, and … Continue reading "Holistic evangelism and salvation with Mark Teasdale"
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Apr 20, 2022
Rethink Church audiomagazine for April 2022
Throughout April of 2022, our content focused on seeking after Jesus. And we have some great posts about some teachings of Jesus that challenge us and nurture us. In this edition of the audiomag, we’ll hear: “Christian judgement and the blessing of grace” by Joseph Yoo “Batman, Easter and rebirth” by Nathan Webb “Three teachings … Continue reading "Rethink Church audiomagazine for April 2022"
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Apr 13, 2022
You have gifts and you are a gift
You have gifts and you are a gift to the world around you. Don Everts is a pastor who had a startling realization while dealing with the ups and downs of pastoral and personal life: everyone is a gift. Including that vocal parishioner. Including that strange relative. Including himself. Including you, too. Don is the … Continue reading "You have gifts and you are a gift"
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Mar 30, 2022
Disrupting your anxiety through spiritual practices
All of us encounter anxiety. Current cultural conditions have feelings of anxiety on the rise–and for many anxiety is not a fleeting feeling. It sticks with us and locks us into a spiral of depression, shame, and mental paralysis. Rev. Jason Cusick provides a practical and pastoral approach to navigating anxiety. As he shares his … Continue reading "Disrupting your anxiety through spiritual practices"
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Mar 23, 2022
Faithfulness: Rethink Church audiomagazine for March 2022
In this edition, we present the latest stories from the Rethink Church website and one of our most-read articles from years past. Throughout March of 2022, our content focused on faithfulness. And we have some great posts about what faithfulness looks like in this new age and how we personally nurture our own faith. In … Continue reading "Faithfulness: Rethink Church audiomagazine for March 2022"
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Mar 16, 2022
Diving deeper with Lent spiritual practices
This Compass episode explores how Lent leads us into a deeper spiritual connection. Pierce Drake and Ryan Dunn discuss the meaning of Lent and how this special season in the Christian year moves us to seek a spiritual-centeredness through discipline and practice.
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Mar 2, 2022
Powerful peace and contemplative prayer with AJ Sherrill
Did you know that there are daily practices you can utilize to seemingly slow down the pace of life, center yourself and cause some Divine disruptions in your perception? AJ helps us see that contemplative prayer is for everyone, no matter where you are in your spiritual journey. If you’re breathing, you’re capable of contemplative … Continue reading "Powerful peace and contemplative prayer with AJ Sherrill"
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Feb 23, 2022
Commitment: Rethink Church audiomagazine February 2022
This is the February 2022 edition of the Rethink Church audiomagazine presented on the Compass podcast. Throughout February of 2022, our content focused on commitment. And we have some great posts about what commitment looks like in this new age and how we personally nurture our own feelings of commitment. In this edition of the … Continue reading "Commitment: Rethink Church audiomagazine February 2022"
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Feb 16, 2022
Unleashing the power of words with Jonathan Merritt
The words we use matter. Words are both a reflection of what we feel inside and a means for influencing our own states of mind. Jonathan Merritt helps us understand how an inability to “speak God” might lead us to feel far from God. He also reveals how utilizing the language of faith influences our mindsets and … Continue reading "Unleashing the power of words with Jonathan Merritt"
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Jan 26, 2022
Resilience: Rethink Church AudioMag January 2022
In January of 2022, we’ve focused on resilience. And we have some great posts about how you can keep on keeping on through 2022 (and beyond… as these ideas are not bound by this particular place in time). In this episode we’ll hear: “How faith builds your resilience skills” by Ryan Dunn. “Learning resilience in … Continue reading "Resilience: Rethink Church AudioMag January 2022"
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Jan 12, 2022
Rethink Church AudioMagazine for January 2022
We’ve taken several of the most-read articles from the Rethink Church page (www.umc.org/rethinkchurch) and brought them to you in audio form, so you can now get tips on spiritual practices, ideas on social justice interventions, and perspectives on healthy living wherever you listen. In this initial edition of the Rethink Church AudioMag: “5 ways to … Continue reading "Rethink Church AudioMagazine for January 2022"
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Dec 22, 2021
God interruptions of good news
It’s year-end reflection time! Hosts Ryan Dunn and Pierce Drake review the moments they felt like God “showed up” in 2021. How did you see God showing up in your midst?
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Dec 8, 2021
Healing our divides with Amy Julia Becker
Amy Julia Becker is helping us disrupt the cycles of division in our society. Overcoming systems of injustice feels overwhelming for one single person, we don’t feel like our efforts could make a difference. Amy Julia shares her experience with those doubts and committing to justice anyways. Amy Julia Becker is an award-winning writer and … Continue reading "Healing our divides with Amy Julia Becker"
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Nov 24, 2021
Who is at your table?
It’s easy to exist in an echo chamber these days. But the holidays, and Jesus’ story, remind us that beloved community neither begins nor exists in spaces where everyone else is just like us. Beloved community begins when we are intentional about participating in settings where we may not have much in common with some … Continue reading "Who is at your table?"
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Nov 11, 2021
Bonus: Fierce Love with Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis
Jacqui Lewis shares how a fierce love that starts with loving ourselves well will change the world. We are fully who we are–fully human–when we realize that we belong to each other. Everyone’s success depends on everyone’s success. So we are called to love one another as we love ourselves. Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis is … Continue reading "Bonus: Fierce Love with Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis"
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Nov 10, 2021
Reconstructing burned out faith with Brian Zahnd
We all have questions about faith. Sometimes those questions are so burning that they start a proverbial fire that threatens to burn our whole system of belief down. Brian Zahnd joins the podcast to share about the ways God is revealed through both the fire and the daily workings of life. Brian Zahnd is the … Continue reading "Reconstructing burned out faith with Brian Zahnd"
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Oct 27, 2021
Hope when life gets messy with Jake Owensby
What is God doing when bad things happen? In this episode, we discuss this question and the place of hope in the midst of our messy lives with Bishop Jake Owensby. Hope is not merely wishful thinking. Hope digs deeper and moves us in a way that wishful thinking cannot. There is hope because we … Continue reading "Hope when life gets messy with Jake Owensby"
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Oct 13, 2021
Encountering the Divine through reading
Feeling a bit disconnected? Utilizing a reading plan helps us connect in community and feel connected to the Divine. In this episode, Pierce and Ryan outline simple plans, note the benefits of investing in reading scripture, and offer a special invitation!
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Sep 29, 2021
Simple life rhythms for balance and peace with Joan Chittister
One of the marks of monastic communities is that they establish a rhythm of life that calls attention to the holy. Sister Joan Chittister, who is herself part of a Benedictine monastic community, has translated a number of these practices into everyday life for us. You may have heard of Sister Joan–she’s a well-known activist … Continue reading "Simple life rhythms for balance and peace with Joan Chittister"
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Sep 15, 2021
Wrestling with the tough sayings alongside Amy-Jill Levine
Why did Jesus say some of the things he said? What do we make of these tough teachings today? Amy-Jill Levine provides some tools for processing. Do we need to sell everything we own? Must we hate our mothers and fathers? At different points in his ministry, Jesus suggested to some people they do those … Continue reading "Wrestling with the tough sayings alongside Amy-Jill Levine"
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Sep 1, 2021
How gaming inspires a spiritual connection
That video game you’ve sunk the last 7 nights into might be teaching you something about faith and connection. Rev. David Petty joins the Compass Podcast to share the story of the digital outreach community, CrossFire: Faith+Gaming. Rev. Petty points to the intersection of faith, gaming and community. Visit the community at CrossFireCast.com
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Aug 18, 2021
Making any moment a holy moment
Douglas McKelvey details his motivation and process for crafting liturgical prayers for everyday events. Making coffee, changing a diaper, mourning the loss of a dog… these are prompts for prayer. Liturgical prayer offers words for the mundane and emotional moments when our own words fail us. Doug McKelvey is the author of the Every Moment … Continue reading "Making any moment a holy moment"
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Jul 21, 2021
Holy mischief and disruptions of kindness
Reverend Shannon Karafanda shares #HolyMischief, a movement inspiring acts of disruption based in love. It seems that the more kindness we show towards others, the more connected we feel towards them. So when we get stuck in cycles of negativity, or feeling like the world is against us, or feeling like everyone around us is … Continue reading "Holy mischief and disruptions of kindness"
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Jul 8, 2021
Breath, justice and the name of God (with Rev. Brian Tillman)
Your breathing reflects the very name of God. Rev. Brian Tillman reminds us that God is present in the very breath we take. And then reminds us that injustice is mistreating all those who speak the name of God. Imagine what happens when people breathe the name of God while standing for justice. To see … Continue reading "Breath, justice and the name of God (with Rev. Brian Tillman)"
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Jun 23, 2021
Remembering Steve Austin
Steve is one of the few people we’ve talked with multiple times on the Compass Podcast. He just had so many great things to say. Steve also contributed to our Rethink Church blog, offering an important voice at the intersection of mental health, self care and spirituality. We were shocked to learn of Steve’s passing. … Continue reading "Remembering Steve Austin"
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Jun 9, 2021
A prayerful reflection for mid-day disruption
Pierce Drake offers a brief prayer exercise for contemplating the truth of who we are–even in the midst of our days. Interested in the book he shares from? Find Every Moment Holy here: https://www.cokesbury.com/9781951872021-Every-Moment-Holy
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May 26, 2021
Meditative practice for daily disruptions
In this episode, we’re creating our own stories of disruption through a contemplative prayer practice. The Welcoming Prayer helps us recognize what we’re feeling and where God is in the midst of our experiences.
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May 12, 2021
How spiritual practices disrupt our world with Tyler Sit
Worship, prayer and meditation interrupt the world’s cycles of brokenness. Tyler Sit, the author of “Staying Awake” and pastor of New City Church, describes how these practices brought disruption to Minneapolis in the wake of the uprising and Derek Chauvin trial. Rev. Tyler Sit is the church planter of New City Church, a church that … Continue reading "How spiritual practices disrupt our world with Tyler Sit"
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Apr 28, 2021
Leaving no one at the margins with Father Gregory Boyle
Humanity’s great error is that we’ve forgotten we belong to one another. When Father Gregory Boyle was sent to minister amongst the forgotten of Los Angeles, he responded by starting a movement to disrupt the cycles that suggest that one person’s life is worth more than another’s. In this episode of the Compass Podcast, Father … Continue reading "Leaving no one at the margins with Father Gregory Boyle"
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Apr 14, 2021
Disrupting trends of loneliness with Luke Edwards
Luke Edwards talks with us about fresh expressions of church that are disrupting the cycles of loneliness in our culture.
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Mar 30, 2021
Hopelessness and decolonizing faith with Miguel De La Torre
Dr. Miguel De La Torre, the author of “Decolonizing Christianity”, talks about living in hopelessness while being a person of faith. What does it mean for us to seek out the Jesus of the margins? How will that impact our understanding of faith and our world? Find out more about Dr. De La Torre at … Continue reading "Hopelessness and decolonizing faith with Miguel De La Torre"
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Mar 17, 2021
Friendships and faith community for digital natives
Are virtual friendships real friendships? Matt Franks and Zach Bechtold of the Bearded Theologians podcast reveal the ways in which a digitally-native culture does faith and spirituality online.
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Mar 3, 2021
Doubt and deconstruction with AJ Swoboda
Deconstruction and doubts are natural to having faith. AJ Swoboda reminds us that we are not alone in our deconstruction and that reconstruction can be a beautiful, hopeful process. AJ Swoboda is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning … Continue reading "Doubt and deconstruction with AJ Swoboda"
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Feb 18, 2021
Intersection of faith and mental health
Chrisie Reeves-Pendergrass and Adam Baker speak on where the faith community has harmed in the realm of mental health, where the faith community has had positive impact, and what still needs to be said regarding mental health and faith. See more from Chrisie and Adam through their podcast page: https://instructionsforlivingalife.com/
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Feb 3, 2021
Becoming spiritually free with AD Thomason
AD Thomason joined the Compass Podcast to share his experience encountering freedom through the Spirit. AD is an adjunct professor at Kilns College where he teaches on the History of Human rights and justice, De-colonizing your faith, filmmaking and more. He has spoken in over 15 countries. Native of Detroit, Michigan, AD made it through … Continue reading "Becoming spiritually free with AD Thomason"
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Jan 21, 2021
Creating change when stuck in the same
Tony Caldwell joined Pierce and Ryan to talk about resilience. What are ways we can move forward in hope when so many of our circumstances feel stuck in sameness? Tony Caldwell is a psychoanalytic psychotherapist. He also hosts the Voices of Wisdom podcast and is a featured speaker and writer for Red Letter Christians.org. He … Continue reading "Creating change when stuck in the same"
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Jan 4, 2021
Living with doubt
Does being faithful mean being doubtless? Brian McLaren is back on the Compass Podcast to talk about living with faith and doubt. Brian’s new book, Faith After Doubt, is out now. He provides a glimpse into both the stories behind the book and how he lives with doubt–even while being a faith leader. See more about Faith … Continue reading "Living with doubt"
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Dec 21, 2020
Believing you can make a difference
Lindsey Krinks is a street chaplain and difference-maker. On the Compass Podcast, she shares how you will be a difference-maker, too. Lindsey Krinks is also an activist and a cofounder of Open Table Nashville. Check out Lindsey’s book, Praying with Our Feet, at http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/praying-with-our-feet/402180
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Nov 25, 2020
Keeping it simple this Christmas
Consume less, relate more. Ryan and Pierce felt a strong sense of mourning entering this holiday season. Where is the light shining this holiday time? Rev. Billy of the Church of Stop Shopping gave Pierce and Ryan some ideas for a unique holiday season. For more Compass episodes visit umc.org/compass. Check out more from Rev. … Continue reading "Keeping it simple this Christmas"
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Nov 9, 2020
Cultivating gratitude
Gratitude is good for our bodies, minds and spirits. But we don’t always feel a sense of gratitude, do we? Knowing that gratitude is good, are there ways to cultivate a sense of gratitude? Pierce and Ryan dig into some practices that inspire internal thankfulness. The trick is not simply being thankful for all things. But … Continue reading "Cultivating gratitude"
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Oct 20, 2020
Communicating and bias with Brian McLaren
We all have our own well-reasoned opinions and points-of-view. Why can’t other people see things as clearly as we do? Brian McLaren joined the Compass Podcast noting that all of us carry certain biases, and when we recognize them we are far better capable of communicating our points of view. Brian McLaren is a well-known … Continue reading "Communicating and bias with Brian McLaren"
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Oct 8, 2020
Games, anime, comics and church
Self-proclaimed “Nerd Pastor” Nathan Webb, founder of Checkpoint Church, joined the Compass Podcast to discuss gaming, anime, comics, and connecting on a spiritual level. We’re all geeks for something, and Nathan details how our geek-y interests can foster something deeper.
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Sep 17, 2020
All life is hope with Shane Claiborne
Maybe you’re a bit tense right now. We’re in a tense season–the pandemic, the coming of Fall, the election in the U.S. likely have us a little more on edge than normal. But there’s a lot to hope for in this season, too. Shane Claiborne is a prominent speaker, activist, and best-selling author. Prior to … Continue reading "All life is hope with Shane Claiborne"
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Aug 31, 2020
Everyday Spirituality
Tyler Smith–sportswriter, coach and pastor–joined Pierce and Ryan to share about his mission to foster holy moments in everyday living .
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Aug 12, 2020
What is your identity?
Who are you? If you struggle for an answer to that question, this might be the episode for you. Pierce and Ryan take a deep dive into their own identities, what they’re discovering now, and what they still struggle to articulate.
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Jul 28, 2020
Guide to contemplative action
Rev. Brandon Wrencher provided a glimpse of the Good Neighbor Movement and how to take action contemplatively–including a walk-though of lectio liberatio. Find the Compass Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/compass-podcast-finding-the-spirituality-in-the-day-to-day/id1301518618 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7B0wIRlzaC0OxWdsNNJL5j?si=VgjKC_0pQTelr1sa5EJHMg Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/compass-podcast-finding-the-spirituality-in-the-daytoday Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Iabectkpszmwlchjsin7gb5rr3i?t=Compass_Podcast_Finding_the_spirituality_in_the_day-to-day
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Jul 15, 2020
Let’s end world hunger
Barry Mattson of Rise Against Hunger shares a vision for ending world hunger–and how he came to be part of the movement. At the Compass Podcast, we identify the Divine in the everyday. For more episodes, visit: www.umc.org/podcasts
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Jun 25, 2020
Practice of breath and renewal
There’s a lot of work before us and the days are anxious. This simple breathing practice offers refreshment and renewal.
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Jun 5, 2020
Kinship, politics and faith
More episodes and notes: https://www.umc.org/en/rethink-church/compass-podcast Is it safe to talk about politics and religion? Jeania Ree Moore of umcjustice.org joined the conversation, offering wise words on human kinship and hope.
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May 20, 2020
Fitness and resurrection
See more information and Compass episodes at https://www.umc.org/en/rethink-church/compass-podcast In this episode, fitness coach and pastor Erin Roesch shares her journey from doubt to resurrection–both physical and spiritual.
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May 7, 2020
What’s your hope?
For more episodes of the Compass Podcast, visit www.umc.org/podcasts In this episode: What’s providing you with some hope and inspiration right now? Pierce and Ryan share current and future hopes amidst the Coronavirus pandemic.
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Apr 7, 2020
Real Relationships in Virtual Space
Dr Rachel Kowert and Gaming Chaplain, Nelson Mendoza, talk about finding real connection in virtual space. For more on the Compass Podcast: https://www.umc.org/en/rethink-church/compass-podcast Facebook: @umcrethinkchurch Twitter: @umrethinkchurch Instagram: @rethinkchurch
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Apr 1, 2020
Ancient practices and the future of faith
DG Hollums talks with us about how we communally practice spirituality when we’re asked to keep our distance from one another. The Compass Podcast is a bi-monthly podcast hosted and produced by Ryan Dunn and Pierce Drake. In each episode, we look for ways we encounter the Divine in everyday life. For more from the … Continue reading "Ancient practices and the future of faith"
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Mar 16, 2020
Where is God when
From coronavirus to tornadoes–there is a lot going on right now. Where might be God in the midst of all this?
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Mar 4, 2020
Purpose and Calling
Many of us define ourselves by our occupations. Pierce, Ryan and special guest Sabrina Short explore how purpose transcends occupation and provide some insight in understanding calling.
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Feb 18, 2020
What is Lent about?
Giving up chocolate, ashes on foreheads, fasting from social media… what’s it all about? What is the season of Lent?
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Jan 17, 2020
Are United Methodists Splitting?
The headlines said the United Methodist Church is splitting. What’s behind the headlines?
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Jan 6, 2020
New Thoughts for a New Year
New year, new you, right? Pierce and Ryan talk goals and glory in 2020.
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Dec 5, 2019
Digital Detangling with Pete Dunlap
Pete Dunlap, the digital detangler, offers insights on cutting digital distractions so we might find the Divine in the everyday.
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Nov 21, 2019
“Where Is God” with Dan Haseltine
Dan Haseltine of Jars of Clay joined the podcast to talk about what he’s up to now and where he’s seeing the divine in the midst of relief work with Blood:Water.
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Nov 6, 2019
Developing Your Boldness with Rev. Rachel Billups
Rev. Rachel Billups, author of “Be Bold: Finding Your Fierce”, shares her story in capturing the boldness to be what she’s been called to be.
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Sep 30, 2019
What Still Needs to Said about Suicide
After learning of a co-worker’s death by suicide, Pierce and Ryan wonder what still needs to be said in the community faith about suicide and mental health.
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Sep 3, 2019
Micro Relationships for Macro Effects
Rozella Haydee White coaches us in changing the world–simply through our relationships with ourselves and those close to us.
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Jul 24, 2019
Instilling Faith in Our Kids
We want to expose our kids to faith, right? We also don’t want to brainwash them. How do we inspire a thinking faith?
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Jul 10, 2019
Journeying to Belong
Karen Gonzalez shares her journey to belong, and in so doing, notes how we can all create communities of belonging. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Jun 24, 2019
What Is Church?
What actually makes a church? For that matter, what makes one a Christian? Jerry Herships joins the discussion around these questions. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Jun 3, 2019
Don’t Look Down
Roz Picardo joined us to talk about jumping a rut by keeping our focus in the right place. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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May 16, 2019
The Challenge of Authenticity
Rev. Sarah Heath underwent a year-long process to become comfortable with her most authentic self. She joined Pierce and Ryan to talk about the journey. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Apr 26, 2019
The Trick Measuring Up
“I feel like a cowering moron half the time…” Our guest, Benjamin Sledge, shares sentiments many of us relate to. As Ben shares his story in this episode, we see how naming our shame gives us power to move past it. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Apr 8, 2019
Waiting for Something New
You have a relational falling out. Your bracket gets busted. Your church splinters… As Pierce and Ryan talk about the space between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, they look to offer hope for those living in the space between something that has fractured apart and the beginning of something new. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org … Continue reading "Waiting for Something New"
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Mar 12, 2019
Addiction, Recovery, Community
His name is Rev. Ryan Canaday and he’s an alcoholic. He joined Pierce and Ryan to talk recovery, community, and grace. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Jan 29, 2019
Human Sexuality and The United Methodist Church: Episode 16
The United Methodist Church is in the news–and will continue to be in the news through February as they look for ways to move forward while many disagree over views on human sexuality. Reporter Heather Hahn joins the show to offer an overview of what’s going on. ===Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: … Continue reading "Human Sexuality and The United Methodist Church: Episode 16"
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Dec 6, 2018
Skepticism and Doubt with Eric Huffman: Episode 15
Skepticism and doubt: are they things to be feared and avoided? Pastor Eric Huffman has written a book of devotionals suggesting that skepticism and doubt could really feed our faith. Learn more in this deep episode. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Oct 30, 2018
Catching Your Breath with Steve Austin: Episode 14
We’re silencing the inner critic and giving ourselves room to breathe. Steve Austin, author of “Catching Your Breath,” joins Pierce and Ryan for a great conversation. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Oct 12, 2018
Kill Your Spider with Carlos Whittaker: Episode 13
We all have some scary corners in our lives. Carlos Whittaker sat down to talk about how to not only clean the cob webs from our corners, but how to kill the spiders that are holding us back in fear.
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Sep 21, 2018
Speaking for What’s Right with Rev. Rob Lee: Episode 12
Rev. Rob Lee, a descendant of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, surprised many when he appeared on MTV to renounce racism and express support for movements like #BlackLivesMatter. His sentiments were not without backlash. He joins Pierce and Ryan to talk about staying strong in the face of criticism. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: … Continue reading "Speaking for What’s Right with Rev. Rob Lee: Episode 12"
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Sep 4, 2018
Secrets of our Spirituality: Episode 11 (August 28, 2018)
What do you do when you don’t feel spiritual? Pierce and Ryan reveal their practices for staying inspired in faith—and offer a snapshot of Ryan’s garage and Pierce’s morning routine. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Jul 11, 2018
Everyday Glory: Episode 10
For Kaitlin Curtice, taking out the trash can be a holy moment. Would you like to have that kind of mindfulness, too? Join her conversation with Pierce and Ryan. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rethinkchurch
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Jun 20, 2018
Spiritual Inspiration in Modern Music: Episode 09
Musician Kyle Sigmon sat down with the guys to note where he finds spiritual connection in the tunes of Sufjan Stevens, Jay-Z, and regular Christmas tunes–as well as how the most challenging words of the Bible provide inspiration for song writing and living. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rethinkchurch
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May 9, 2018
Ep. 008: Anxiety, Depression, Parenthood and Hope
“Why can’t I just be like everyone else?” Ever thought that about yourself or somebody else—someone who seems to be in a dark emotional pit they just don’t seem able to get out of? Gina, a brave young mother, talks with Ryan about the pit of depression and finding hope. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch … Continue reading "Ep. 008: Anxiety, Depression, Parenthood and Hope"
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Apr 23, 2018
Ep. 007: 5 Reasons “I’m Fine”
Do you have what it takes to be vulnerable? Ryan and Pierce come clean about why they aren’t likely to tell you how they’re actually feeling. Plus, Pierce fails Lent and Ryan admits his neuroses. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rethinkchurch
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Apr 6, 2018
Ep. 006: Gareth Higgins
We’re not going to scare our way into a better world. Story-teller and editor of The Porch magazine, Gareth Higgins joins Pierce and Ryan in a conversation about sharing the kinds of stories that might bring a better world into reality. His movies list will surprise you! === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch … Continue reading "Ep. 006: Gareth Higgins"
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Feb 12, 2018
Ep. 005: Racial Reconciliation and You
At a time when people appear to be moving farther apart, what can we do to bring people closer together? In a challenging conversation, Rev. Brian Tillman talked to Pierce and Ryan about ways that they—and all of us—can work on racial reconciliation and bring hope for tomorrow. === Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch … Continue reading "Ep. 005: Racial Reconciliation and You"
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Feb 5, 2018
Ep. 004: Everything Happens for a Reason?
Kate Bowler was diagnosed with stage IV cancer and given just a few months to live. She’s battled for more time, and has written about her experiences and discoveries in “Everything Happens for a Reason and Other Lies I’ve Loved.” She joins Pierce and Ryan to talk about hope, laughter, and prosperity in the midst of an … Continue reading "Ep. 004: Everything Happens for a Reason?"
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Dec 19, 2017
Ep 003: Holiday Sanity
Hosts Pierce Drake and Ryan Dunn visit with Steve Austin—life coach, blogger, podcaster, and author. Steve shares insight in keeping sane and connected during the holidays. Check out Steve’s blog and podcasts through http://IAmSteveAustin.net Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rethinkchurch
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Nov 27, 2017
Ep. 002: Apocalypse Now?
Hosts Pierce Drake and Ryan Dunn visit with Zach Hoag, author of the The Light Is Winning, who promises that apocalypse comes… and it’s OK. More at http://zhoag.com. Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rethinkchurch
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Oct 25, 2017
Ep. 001: How Goes it With Your Soul?
Hosts Pierce Drake and Ryan Dunn talk about their wonderings, frustrations and hopes in the wake of recent events. Follow Us: Web: http://www.rethinkchurch.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umcrethinkchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/umrethinkchurch Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/umrethinkchurch/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rethinkchurch
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