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Escape Into Church Lab / BridgeBuilders Lab

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Join us as we escape into The Church Lab / BridgeBuilders Lab!

We're excited to welcome Reverend Carrie Graham of The Church Lab / BridgeBuilders Lab to the conversation! 
 
Stephanie and Courtney also dive into a topic that matters - The "I can't make a difference" dilemma that people may face when deciding whether to give back to nonprofits or their community.
 
 
The Church Lab (TCL) was founded in 2013 to respond to a growing need for innovative ministry experiments. While many are stepping away from institutional religion, the hunger for spaces to ask spiritual questions and grow remains timeless. TCL offers a creative and inclusive environment where anyone, whether you've distanced yourself from religion, practice devout faith, or are still exploring, can find room to grow spiritually. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, The Church Lab helps individuals and churches reimagine the future of faith, serving as a bridge between traditions, leaders, and seekers, and sharing what they learn to inspire others.

Ways The Church Lab Makes an Impact:

Hosting Interfaith Dialogues – Bringing together people of diverse faiths and worldviews for deep, respectful conversations.

Supporting Pastors and Leaders – Partnering with churches and faith innovators to explore new approaches to ministry.

Building Bridges Across Communities – Creating tools and practices that strengthen understanding, connection, and spiritual growth.

How to Get Involved & Earn Some Good Bragging Rights:

Donate: Every contribution helps sustain their grassroots mission. 
https://thechurchlab.org/give

Join a Dialogue: Bi-weekly conversations (online + IRL) with people of all faiths and perspectives. 
https://thechurchlab.org/new-calendar

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Special Thanks:

A huge thank you to Nightlight Insurance Agency for making this podcast possible. We also appreciate Todd Thompson for editing & mixing, Ashlynne O'Neal for content management, Graham Thompson and Jaden Dyer for the music, and Cory McKane at Just Push Record Studios.