Shows
Daily LectioE72: Paul's Prayers Day 18Philippians 4:4-9www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-1509 minDaily LectioE71: Paul's Prayers Day 17Philippians 1:9-11www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-1409 minDaily LectioE70: Paul's Prayers Day 16Philippians 1:3-6www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-1309 minDaily LectioE69: Paul's Prayers Day 15Ephesians 3:14-20www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-1209 minDaily LectioE68: Paul's Prayers Day 14Ephesians 1:15-23www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-1108 minDaily LectioE67: Paul's Prayers Day 13Ephesians 1:11-14www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-1009 minDaily LectioE66: Paul's Prayers Day 12Ephesians 1:7-10www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0909 minDaily LectioE65: Paul's Prayers Day 11Ephesians 1:3-6www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0809 minDaily LectioE64: Paul's Prayers Day 102 Corinthians 13:11-14www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0709 minDaily LectioE63: Paul's Prayers Day 92 Corinthians 12:7-10www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0609 minDaily LectioE62: Paul's Prayer Day 82 Corinthians 9:10-15www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0509 minDaily LectioE61: Paul's Prayers Day 72 Corinthians 1:3–7 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0409 minDaily LectioE60: Paul's Prayers Day 61 Corinthians 16:23 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0308 minDaily LectioE59: Paul's Prayers Day 51 Corinthians 1:4–9 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0210 minDaily LectioE58: Paul's Prayers Day 4Romans 15:30-33www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-05-0109 minDaily LectioE57: Paul's Prayers Day 3Romans 15:13www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-3008 minDaily LectioE56: Paul's Prayers Day 2Romans 15:5-6www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2909 minDaily LectioE55: Paul's Prayers Day 1Romans 1:8–10 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2809 minDaily LectioE54: I Am Day 7John 15:1-5 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2709 minDaily LectioE53: I Am Day 6John 14:1-7 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2609 minDaily LectioE52: I Am Day 5John 11:20-27 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2509 minDaily LectioE51: I Am Day 4John 10:11–18 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2409 minDaily LectioE50: I Am Day 3John 10:1–10 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2309 minDaily LectioE49: I Am Day 2John 8:12 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2209 minDaily LectioE48: I Am Day 1John 6:35 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2108 minDaily LectioE47: Easter!Matthew 28:1–10www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-2009 minDaily LectioE46: Holy SaturdayPsalm 63:1-4, 9-11 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1909 minDaily LectioE45: Good FridayLuke 23:32–46 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1809 minDaily LectioE44: Maundy ThursdayMatthew 26:36–41 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1709 minDaily LectioE43: Lent Day 43Matthew 24:36–51 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1609 minDaily LectioE42: Lent Day 42Matthew 21:23–27 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1509 minDaily LectioE41: Lent Day 41Matthew 21:12–17 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1409 minDaily LectioE40: Palm SundayMatthew 21:1–11 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1309 minDaily LectioE39: Lent Day 39Psalm 119:105–112 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1209 minDaily LectioE38: Lent Day 38Psalm 29:1-4, 11 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1109 minDaily LectioE37: Lent Day 37Psalm 9:1–10 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-1009 minDaily LectioE36: Lent Day 36Psalm 78:1–4 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0909 minDaily LectioE35: Lent Day 35Psalm 56:1-4, 8–11, 13 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0809 minDaily LectioE34: Lent Day 34Psalm 37:1–11 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0709 minDaily LectioE33: Lent Day 33Psalm 145:1–3, 8-9 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0609 minDaily LectioE32: Lent Day 32Psalm 62:5-8 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0509 minDaily LectioE31: Lent Day 31Psalm 86:1–7 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0409 minDaily LectioE30: Lent Day 30Psalm 107:1, 33-38 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0309 minDaily LectioE29: Lent Day 29Psalm 27:8, 11, 13–14 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0209 minDaily LectioE28: Lent Day 28Psalm 143:1–2,5-8 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-04-0109 minDaily LectioE27: Lent Day 27Psalm 102:1–2 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-3109 minDaily LectioE26: Lent Day 26Psalm 118:1-2, 5-7 www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-3009 minDaily LectioE25: Lent Day 25Psalm 150www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2909 minDaily LectioE24: Lent Day 24Psalm 61www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2809 minDaily LectioE23: Lent Day 23Psalm 139:1-12www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2710 minDaily LectioE22: Lent Day 22Psalm 116:1-7www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2610 minDaily LectioE21: Lent Day 21Psalm 126:1-6www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2509 minDaily LectioE20: Lent Day 20Psalm 85:1-9www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2410 minDaily LectioE19: Lent Day 19Psalm 24:1-6www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2309 minDaily LectioE18: Lent Day 18Psalm 130www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2210 minDaily LectioE17: Lent Day 17Psalm 31:1-5www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2109 minDaily LectioE16: Lent Day 16Psalm 103:1-5www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-2009 minDaily LectioE15: Lent Day 15Psalm 42:1-8www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1909 minDaily LectioE14: Lent Day 14Psalm 119:7-11www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1810 minDaily LectioE13: Lent Day 13Psalm 46:8-11www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1709 minDaily LectioE12: Lent Day 12Psalm 91:1-2www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1609 minDaily LectioE11: Lent Day 11Psalm 23www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1509 minDaily LectioE10: Lent Day 10Psalm 22:1-5www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1409 minDaily LectioE9: Lent Day 9Psalm 27:1-10www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1309 minDaily LectioE8: Lent Day 8Psalm 40:1-5www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1209 minDaily LectioE7: Lent Day 7Psalm 34:1-4www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1110 minDaily LectioE6: Lent Day 6Psalm 25:1-7www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-1009 minDaily LectioE5: Lent Day 5Psalm 121www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-0909 minDaily LectioE4: Lent Day 4Psalm 1www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-0810 minDaily LectioE3: Lent Day 3Psalm 32:1-5www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-0709 minDaily LectioE2: Lent Day 2Psalm 1www.Communionarts.org Hosted by Anthony Celia Music by John Slaten Artwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-0610 minDaily LectioE1: Ash WednesdayPsalm 51:1-12www.Communionarts.orgHosted by Anthony CeliaMusic by John SlatenArtwork by Tanya Celia
2025-03-0509 minDaily LectioDaily Lectio: An Introductionwww.Communionarts.orgHosted by Anthony CeliaMusic by John SlatenArtwork by Tanya Celia
2025-02-0701 min
The CraftStorymakers - Writer, Designer, & IllustratorIn this episode, Blake sits down with the team behind Storymakers. They discuss the process of taking a story in written word and turning it into a fully interactive zine for kids. Music in this episode is from Chris Ellis and Praise & Warships. SHOWNOTES: https://www.youtube.com/c/1517org For more of our work and more podcasts visit CommunionArts.org & 1517.org
2020-10-2139 min
The CraftRichie Deegan - PainterIn this episode, Blake sits down with painter, Richie Deegan. They discuss his journey, moving from drumming in a rock band to becoming a full-time painter. You can see Richie’s art at RichieDeegan.com. Music in this episode is from Bill Brimer and Praise & Warships. SHOWNOTES: Here We Still Stand | Online Conference For more of our work and more podcasts visit CommunionArts.org & 1517.org
2020-10-1433 min
The CraftBill Brimer - SongwriterIn this episode, Blake sits down with songwriter, Bill Brimer. They discuss the vocations of musician and songwriter, and where Bill finds creative inspiration. You can stream Bill’s new album here. Music in this episode is from Bill Brimer and Praise & Warships. SHOWNOTES: Here We Still Stand | Online Conference For more of our work and more podcasts visit CommunionArts.org & 1517.org
2020-10-0747 min
The CraftTim Bauer - Designer & IllustratorIn this episode, Blake sits down with designer and illustrator, Tim Bauer. They discuss the creative process, finding inspiration, and knowing the why behind creating. To see Tim's work visit timbauerdesign.com. Music in this episode is from The Orange Effect and Praise & Warships. To find more resources or to make a donation visit: CommunionArts & 1517.
2020-09-3036 min
The CraftJosh Salzberg - FilmmakerIn this episode, Blake sits down with filmmaker, Josh Salzberg. They discuss his love of storytelling, the need for empathy, and the human experience. Music in this episode is from Chris Ellis and Praise & Warships. To find more resources or to make a donation visit: CommunionArts & 1517.
2020-09-2340 min
The CraftJustin Weber - Yo-yoistIn this episode, Blake sits down with yo-yoist, Justin Weber. We explore his journey to becoming a national touring yo-yoist and the importance of enjoying your work. See Justin in action: https://www.youtube.com/user/weberyoyo Music in this episode is from Praise & Warships and Chris Ellis. Find More Resources & Support CommunionArts & 1517.
2020-09-0244 min
The CraftPaul Go - PhotographerIn this episode, Blake sits down with photographer Paul Go. They explore Paul's journey to become a photographer and the work that inspires him. To see Paul's work, visit PaulGoImages.com. Music in this episode is from Blake Flattley and Praise & Warships. Find More Resources & Support CommunionArts.org & 1517.org
2020-08-2633 min
The CraftBrenton Clarke Little - Illustrator & DesignerIn this episode, Blake sits down with illustrator and designer, Brenton Clarke Little. We explore how his many expressions of creativity contribute to each other and ultimately have bettered his craft. Music in this episode is from Praise & Warships. Find More Resources & Support CommunionArts & 1517.
2020-08-1932 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 19 with Eric SchumacherIn episode 19, Blake sits down with Eric Schumacher, shepherd, songwriter, and storyteller to discuss songwriting, ministry, and his new book with Elyse Fitzpatrick, Worthy: Celebrating the Value of Women. To learn more about Eric, you can visit his website and explore some of the hymns he is working on at Hymnicity. THE GUEST SUGGESTS: Johnny Cash: The Life
2020-01-2735 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 18 with LOSOIn episode 18 I sit down with battle rapper and international recording artist LOSO. We discuss his journey to rap, his creative process, and how his faith influences his art. To explore more LOSO's work you can visit EverythingLoso.com. THE GUEST SUGGESTS: LOSO vs. B Dot FilmsJoker For more content and resources or to make a tax deductible donation visit CommunionArts.org
2019-11-2130 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 17 with Daniel Emery Price and Pastor Erick SorensenIn episode 17 I sit down with Daniel Emery Price who is a writer, podcaster, speaker, and the Director of Christ Hold Fast and his frequent collaborator, author, podcaster, and speaker Pastor Erick Sorensen. We discuss their collaborative process, their most recent book Scandalous Stories: A Sort of Commentary on Parables and their forthcoming book, Miracles: A Sort of Commentary on Miracles. To explore more of Dan and Erick’s work, you can listen to their podcast, 30 Minutes in the New Testament, visit them on the Christ Hold Fast facebook page or follow them on twitter @pastorerick and @da...
2019-06-1128 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 16 with Debi WinrichIn episode 16 I sit down with former worship leader and podcast host Debi Winrich. We discuss her transition from worship leader at a non denominational church into a liturgical Lutheran church, her podcast the Soul of Christianity, and the concept of vocation. To learn more about Debi’s podcast, The Soul of Christianity, you can follow along on twitter or instagram. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Reforming Worship from White Horse Inn 1517. Podcast Network THE GUEST SUGGESTS: Virgil Wander by Leif Enger Music in this episode is composed by...
2019-05-0945 minCommunionArtsEpisode 15 with David ZahlIn Episode 15 I sit down with author and speaker, David Zahl. We discuss his new book Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, And Romance Became Our New Religion And What To Do About It, his writing process, and his ministry with Mockingbird. To learn more about David and the work the work he is involved with you can follow Mockingbird on twitter, facebook, or instagram, or join him on the Seculosity Tour. THE GUEST SUGGESTS A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole ”Triptych” by Roxy Music ALSO REFERENCEDLaw...
2019-04-0530 minCommunionArtsEpisode 14 with Chad BirdIn Episode 14 I sit down with theologian, author, and speaker Chad Bird. We discuss the writing process, routines that have helped him foster his writing skills, the importance of creating honest art, and his new book Upside-Down Spirituality: The Nine Essential Failures of a Faithful Life. To learn more about Chad and his work you can visit him at ChadBird.com, follow him on twitter, or explore some of his work on the Old Testament through the podcast 40 Minutes in the Old Testament and The Old Testament Unveiled videos. THE GUEST SUGGESTS ...
2019-03-2830 minCommunionArtsEpisode 13 with Mel Smith and Karen Weber of StorymakersIn episode 13 I sit down with two members of the Storymakers team: Mel Smith, creative director and founder and Karen Weber, art director and designer. We discuss, the journey to the creation of Storymakers, the design process and art that inspires. If you’d like to learn more about Storymakers or explore one of the Sparks, visit them at StorymakersNYC.com and follow them on Instagram. Storytellers that have inspired:Roald Dahl Salvador Dali The Guest Suggests:Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum Take a class, try something new, explore th...
2019-03-1840 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 12 with Sherri LittlefieldIn episode 12 I sit down with gallery director, photographer, art educator and curator Sherri Littlefield. We discuss the process of curation and how that might be applied to the preparation of a worship service. If you’d like to learn more about Sherri and her work, you can visit SherriLittlefield.com. You can also see the work from Treat Gallery’s, Treat American Project at two separate exhibitions in New York City featuring work from Brenton Little, Bubblegum & Whiskey, and 48 other fantastic artists. January 9th - January 13th Foley Gallery, 59 Orchard Street NYCopening reception January 9th at 6pm. February 8th - Fe...
2019-01-0823 min
2018-12-1346 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 10 with Dr. Dan Van VoorhisIn episode 10 I sit down with writer, historian, and storyteller Dr. Dan van Voorhis. We discuss his books Monsters and Johann Arndt: A Prophet of Lutheran Pietism as well as his creative process. If you want to learn more about Dan you can visit his website DanvanVoorhis.com, 1517legacy.com, follow him on twitter @dan_vanvoorhis , or tune into his podcast Virtue in the Wasteland.
2018-07-2632 min
2018-06-2145 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 8 with Doug and Kelsi KlembaraEpisode 8 with Doug and Kelsi Klembara by CommunionArts
2018-01-3133 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 7 With Micah BournesIn episode 7 I sit down with hip hop, blues and spoken word artist, Micah Bournes. We talk about his creative influences, his process and his journey as an artist across genres. Micah's art will challenge, encourage, and inspire you. To learn more about Micah visit his website MicahBournes.com. The Guest Suggests: Humans of New York Mortified Nation The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Da Poetry Lounge
2017-12-0442 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 6 with Ed GungorIn episode 6 I sit down with Ed Gungor as we speak about his journey through ministry and his re-discovery of liturgy and how it can be applied to the church of today. Ed has walked through this discovery with several other church leaders through an annual gathering called PRAXIS, and joined together with other church leaders and those desiring to explore the monastic life, forming the Order of St. Anthony. Ed is one of the most thoughtful people I know, and I think you will find the conversation thought provoking and perhaps challenging. Enjoy! Music on this episode from "We A...
2017-09-1240 min
2017-07-2034 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 4 with Ben GraceIn episode 4 I sit down with songwriter, worship leader and curator of The Calendar Years, Ben Grace. We talk songwriting, liturgy and the role the church calendar plays on the music he makes. To hear music from Ben and The Calendar Years, visit TheCalendarYears.com. You can also support their forthcoming Epiphany release on Kickstarter and help them keep making great music! If you're interested in Ben's Book Recommendation, the book is Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World by Adam Grant. To subscribe to further episodes, please visit our page on iTunes, and while you're there, we'd love to hear...
2016-11-1834 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 3 with Heather Choate DavisIn episode 3 I speak with author, speaker and liturgist Heather Choate Davis. We chat about rest, creative process and spiritual practices.
2016-10-1145 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 2 with Eric MarshallIn this episode, I sit down with Eric Marshall, frontman of Young Oceans and The Last Royals. We talk songwriting, liturgy and literature.
2016-09-0539 min
CommunionArtsEpisode 1 with Josh WoodrowIn our first CommunionArts podcast we sit down with Josh Woodrow to talk liturgy, racial reconciliation and his use of rap music in worship.
2016-08-0339 min