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Interfaith Voices PodcastThe Last Voyage with Brian McLarenAuthor, Speaker and Activist Brian McLaren joins the show this week to discuss the importance of Interfaith connection in challenging times and also shares the inspiration behind his new book The Last Voyage.For more on Brian or to order the book go to www.brainmclaren.netFor more information in Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice go to www.wifaithvoices.org2025-07-1529 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastSanctuary and Sacred Resistance with Sergio GonzalezTodays podcast features Dr Sergio Gonzalez. Sergio is an assistant professor of History at Marquette University. He is the author of the 2017 book Mexicans in Wisconsin and his latest release called Strangers No Longer Latino Belonging and Faith in 20th century WI came out in 2024.Click HERE to purchaser Strangers No LongerClick HERE to register for the July 17th Webinar Sanctuary and Sacred Resistance in Uncertain TimesFor more information on Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice go to www.wifaithvoices.org2025-07-0133 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastJustice with Vaqar Mustafa Adhami, Alan Garfield, and Cecilia KlingeleOn this episode, you will have the opportunity to listen to a portion of the most recent Interfaith Intersections event which was held at the Madison Islamic Center.Our moderator as usual was WFVJ board member and former UW Madison professor Charles Cohen. The panelists you will be hearing from are Vaqar Adhami, who is Muslim, Alan Garfield who is Jewish, and Cecilia Klingele who is Catholic.For more information in Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice and to find out about upcoming events go to www.wifaithvoices.org2025-06-1736 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastA Rooftop in Jerusalem with Michael KinnamonMichael Kinnamon is a novelist. His most recent book A rooftop in Jerusalem draws on his extensive experience in the Middle East. Prior to his career as a novelist, he was a widely respected professor of Theology, author of numerous books on ecumenical and interfaith relations and general secretary of the National Council of Churches in the US.For more on Michael go to www.michaelkinnamon.comTo order A Rooftop in Jerusalem click HEREFor More on Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice go to www.wifaithvoices.org2025-06-0931 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastThe Youth Mental Health Crisis with Tim Nyseth, Lynn Buske, and Lama YesheHow do our faith traditions address the Youth Mental Health Crisis?This episode features the three panelists from our April Interfaith Intersections event in Eau Claire WI.Tim Nyseth represents the Baha'i faith.Lynn Buske is an ELCA Lutheran.Lama Yeshe is a Buddhist monkKeep in mind that our panelists do not speak on behalf of their faith tradition but simply from their own lived experience.for more information in WI Faith Voices for Justice and Interfaith Intersections go to www.wifaithvoices.org2025-05-2041 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastInterfaith Alliance and the Save Act with Paul Brandeis RaushenbushPresident and CEO of Interfaith Alliance Paul Brandeis Raushenbush joins the podcast today to discuss his journey to interfaith work culminating in his current role with Interfaith Alliance. We also discuss the Save Act and why it is a threat to our democracy. For more on interfaith Alliance go to www.interfaithalliance.orgTo sign up for the upcoming Interfaith Intersections Event on May 15th go to https://www.wifaithvoices.org/interfaith2025-05-0640 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastProtecting Our Immigrant Brothers and Sisters with Rev Luis ValasquezRev Luis Velasquez is a statewide organizer with Voces de la Frontera working diligently to protect the rights of our immigrant brothers and sisters.For more information on Voces de la Frontera including information on the May 1st and 2nd marches in Milwaukee and Madison go to www.vdlf.orgFor more information on WI Faith Voices for Justice and Interfaith Intersections go to www.wifaithvoices.org2025-04-2233 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastCelebrating the Earth with Selena Fox (Nature Spirituality)Reverend Selena Fox is the senior minister and high priestess of Circle Sanctuary, a Nature Spirituality church, Pagan resource Center and nature preserve with a worldwide eco spirituality ministry. She has been an activist for over 3 decades and is one of the people responsible for Earth Day which is celebrated on April 22nd each year.For more more information on Selena and Circle Sanctuary visit www.circlesanctuary.orgFor more information on Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice and to sign up for the next Interfaith Intersections event go to www.wifaithvoices.org.2025-04-0831 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastPray with Your Vote with Rhonda Lindner (Jewish)Ronda Lindner is the Interfaith Organizer for the Wisconsin Interfaith Voter Engagement Campaign otherwise known as WIVEC. In this episode Rhonda shares all about her Jewish faith will also discusses how voting is a spiritual practice. Make a Plan to vote on April 1st.For more on WIVEC go to https://www.wifaithvoices.org/civic-engagementTo sign up for Interfaith Intersections go to https://www.wifaithvoices.org/interfaithDonate today at https://donorbox.org/wfvj2025-03-2536 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastBeer Church with Bryan Willkom (Christian)Bryan William is the founder and director of JesusFit. JesusFit is a judgment-free, question-friendly. practice-centered (501c3 nonprofit) ministry with zero denominational affiliation or agenda. Their mission is to empower spiritual wellness and human connection by creating inclusive + innovative forms of church. They embrace curiosity, practice hospitality and strive to be a safe space for those on the fringes of faith. JesusFit is reimagining church - gathering in breweries, libraries, parks, coffeeshops and local event centers. Instead of focusing on orthodoxy (right belief), they build community around orthopraxy (right practice). Currently, there are 5 JesusFit churches that encourage people to...2025-03-1124 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastConnections with Abbas Shaker (Bahai)This week hear from Abbas Shaker who adheres to the Bahai faith tradition. He has a unique perspective of how all of our faith traditions are intertwined. Abbas was an Interfaith Intersections panelist in 2024 where he spoke about the cycles and seasons of his traditionwww.wifaithvoices.orh2025-02-2524 min
Interfaith Voices PodcastInterfaith Voices TrailerThe Interfaith Voices Podcast is brought to you by Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice and expands upon the live Interfaith Intersections events held throughout the year across various locations. Tune in to hear individuals from diverse faith traditions share how their beliefs shape their daily lives. Through conversations with these remarkable guests, the goal is to uncover shared values and challenge preconceived notions. By learning from one another's wisdom and experiences, we grow stronger together.2025-02-0622 min
Celtic WayListener QuestionsIn this episode Celtic Way Creative Director Scott Jenkins along with his wife Kris respond to listener questions.If you have a question about Celtic Spirituality please reach out via email at scott@celticway.orgFor more information on Celtic Way got to www.celticway.org2024-04-2528 min
Celtic WayWelcome SpringCeltic Way Creative Director Scott Jenkins along with Matt Kendziera and Peggy Kristoffersen discuss the need to let go in order to prepare for the coming season of Spring.For more on Celtic Way go towww.celticway.com2024-03-2021 min
Celtic WayHow God Draws CloseOn this episode Creative Director of Celtic Way Scott Jenkins discusses the mysterious ways that God comes to us through dreams, nature, people and our circumstances. The only requirement to experience Gods closeness to us is to be open.For more information on Celtic Way, go to www.celticway.org2024-01-2429 min
Celtic WayLiving in the Tension of ChristmasIn this episode Scott and Matt discuss the tension of the joy of the holidays and the hardships of life.Click HERE to order a Copy of Answering the Contemplative Call by Carl McColman.For more information on Celtic Way go to celticway.org2023-12-2325 min
Deconstructing the Myth31. Matt Kendziera and Finding Joy in the Middle of DeconstructionToday’s guest is podcaster, speaker, former pastor, and musician Matt Kendziera who shares his story of being kicked out of the urban church he started and suddenly finding himself on the outside looking in and deciding to try a new approach. We discuss his new book Bring it Home: The Adventure of Finding Yourself after Being Lost in Religionand on how to keep joy in the middle of our deconstruction experiences.
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Celtic WayFaith Transitions with Jana SpanglerFor the first time ever, a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints, Jana Spangler joins the show to help us discover that what we are all experiencing in this faith transition is more than just a Christian thing. Maybe we truly are all in this together!www.celticway.org2023-08-2939 min
Celtic WaySpiritual Direction with John MaikowskiThis week Scott and Matt are joined by artist and Spiritual Director John Maikowski for an incredible and authentic conversation about life, spirituality and discernment.For more on Anam Cara Spiritual Direction go to www.anamcara.comFor more on Celtic Way go to www.celticway.org2023-08-0334 min
Celtic WayChanging WellChange often involves physical realities and emotional realities and spiritual realities. This week we look at important keys to changing well.www.celticway.org2023-06-2925 min
This Is Not Church PodcastBring It Home: A Conversation With Matt KendzieraThis Quoircast Podcast episode it brought to you by God Speaks by Gabriel Gordon. Published by Quoir and is available now.In this episode we talk to Matt KendzieraMatt Kendziera is a full-time speaker, podcaster, writer, and creator. He is the host of the Chasing Goodness podcast, engaging authors, activists, and influencers on questions that most people run from. He's also a collaborator with several other incredible organizations such as Fierce Freedom, Rachel's Challenge, Ashoka, Celtic Way, and Soularize. Matt currently lives in rural Wisconsin with the love of his life, Suzie, and his two teenage children.You can follow...2023-06-261h 10
Celtic WayThe Spiritual Art of ChangeChange may be difficult, but it is a part of life. If we lean into the reality we will most certainly find a spiritual lesson in the midst of the unknownwww.celticway.org2023-06-1319 min
Celtic WayPictures ReflectionsSometimes the most profound spiritual acts are also the most simple. Fr. Scott shares some helpful ways to engage with God daily.www.celticway.org2023-05-2126 min
Celtic WayPerspectiveWe can find joy every day if we are open to seeing it. In this episode, Kris Jenkins joins the conversation to discuss the joy that is found at the heart of Celtic Christianity.www.celticway.org2023-04-3028 min
Celtic WayGod in the MundaneSeeing God not only in the spectacular, but in the ordinary, and in our everyday lives. After the resurrection, Jesus vanished. By doing this he showed his trust in us to bring love and connection to the world.www.celticway.org2023-04-1819 min
Celtic WayBridge of Hope with Krystal TuckerKrystal Tucker joins the show in this episode to discuss the work that Bridge of Hope does to help single mothers in the greater Denver CO area. For more information on Bridge of Hope and to find out how to get involved please click HERE For more information on Celtic Way please go to www.celticway.org2023-04-0431 min
Celtic WaySpring EquinoxWhat can Spring help us to discover about life and spirituality. Spring announces a new beginning, but it is a struggle. The struggle that new life wants to offer is always worth the fight.www.celticway.org2023-03-2124 min
Celtic WayCommunityWhat does community look like in the context of our faith? Where have we gotten this right and where have we struggled? Scott and Matt discuss some excitement that seems to be brewing regarding the gathering of people of faith.www.celticway.org2023-02-2832 min
Celtic WayNature, Our Companion!We have not treated her the best, but nature is truly one of our most important and faithful companions. Listen in as Scott and Matt discuss what it could look like for people of faith to lead the conversation regarding how to heal the earth.www.celticway.org2023-02-2327 min
Celtic WayBring It Home with Matt KendzieraFaith is about lived experience and Bring It Home is a book about exactly that. This week Celtic Way creative director Scott Jenkins interviews Matt Kendziera about his recently released book.Order the Book Bring It Home by going to:www.mattkendziera.comFor more information on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2023-01-3135 min
Celtic WaySoul CompanionsWe have so many opportunities to learn and grow spiritually in life from our formal teachers, the people we encounter every day and even through failure. In this episode Scott and Matt discuss soul companions along the journey.For more information on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2023-01-2425 min
Celtic WayGifts for a New YearThe gift of gathering is going to be available in many way this new year through Celtic Way. In this episode we introduce our new teacher, Frank Mills who will be starting 2 new classes this February.For more information on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2022-12-2722 min
Chapel ProbationS2.E26: After Hours with Matt Kendziera The Author and Drummer ex-PastorMatt Kendziera is a writer, podcaster, and drummer who has lived an amazing life full of growth and change. And like all of us on Chapel Probation, he has had trouble with the evangelicals. But despite the hard times, Matt is a supremely positive person with a personality that draws people in, allowing them to tell their stories. His book, Bring it Home: The Adventure of Finding Yourself After Being Lost in Religion is out now, and it's a lovely read. You get a sense of nostalgia for childhood and youth, and you get Matt's story of experiencing various...2022-12-2241 min
Celtic WayA Celtic Way ChristmasA very merry Christmas for all of us at Celtic Way. In this episode Scott and Matt discuss the Celtic and Pagan connection to Christmas, the incarnation and how Christ's presence with us can extend through us into the world around us.For more information on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2022-12-2021 min
REVcoveryThe best is yet to come with Matt KendzieraThis week we welcome Matt Kendziera to the REVcovery Room! In addition to being a former pastor Matt is also an author, musician, speaker and all around renaissance man whose book "Bring it Home: The Adventure of Finding Yourself after Being Lost in Religion" highlights the journey many of us in revcovery are on. It's a great conversation that really hits on what it means to not just survive leaving ministry but to build a life you look forward to living.If you would like to learn more about Matt's book "Bring it Home: The Adventure of...2022-11-2955 min
Holy ShenanigansAdvent 1 - Bringing Hope Home with Matt KendzieraEvery week until Christmas Tara will be sharing stories and resources to help you cultivate hope, peace, joy and love. Plan on taking this journey together with Holy Shenanigans in what we are calling #expectantadvent. Today's guest is Matt Kenzeria author of Bring It Home and host of the Chasing Goodness podcast. He shares an inspiring story of hope that you will not want to miss! Special thanks also to Suzanne Kendziera for sharing her song as this week's poem: Praises to My King - Copyright Suzanne Kendziera 2004Send Tara a Text MessageJoin Tara fo...2022-11-2231 min
Celtic WayHoly Island with Andy Raine Part 2In part 2 of our conversation with Northumbria co-founder Andy Raine, he discusses some of the work he is currently engaged in and also shares the people who have influenced his life and work.For more information on the Northumbria Community go to:www.northumbriacommunity.orgFor more information on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2022-11-2228 min
Celtic WayHoly Island with Andy Raine Part 1Andy Raine, co-founder of the Northumbria Community on Holy Island, joins Scott today to share the story of how it all began.www.celticway.org2022-11-0835 min
Celtic WayBrokenness and BeautyAutumn reminds us that there is beauty in letting go. Join this conversation with Scott Jenkins and Matt Kendziera about the importance of learning through our brokenness.For more information and to register please visit our website at www.celticway.org2022-10-2519 min
Celtic WayTime to ConnectThis autumn, Celtic Way is offering several ways to connect in order to explore our faith. In this episode Creative Director Scott Jenkins gives us a sneak peak of some wonderful opportunities.For more information and to register please visit our website at www.celticway.org2022-09-2024 min
Celtic WayDiscernmentScott and Matt's spouses Kris Jenkins and Suzanne Kendziera join the show for an honest and personal discussion about discernmentwww.celticway.org2022-08-3026 minHoly ShenanigansIntroducing Chasing Goodness with Matt KendzieraChasing Goodness is a podcast where speaker, storyteller and author Matt Kendziera finds incredible people using their faith and life as a catalyst for goodness in this world. In this episode, pastor, poet, and podcaster Tara Lamont Eastman joins the show to discuss the future of faith and how the arts play an important role in our connection with the divine.Like what you hear? Head on over to Chasing Goodness to be inspired to discover your own goodness in order to make your life, family, community and world better.Thanks, Matt for allowing Holy...2022-08-2347 min
Celtic WayAcross the Pond 2022In this episode, Creative Director Scott Jenkins joins the podcast from Northumbria Community in the UK to share about his journey and experiences.www.celticway.org2022-08-1020 min
Celtic Way3 Big QuestionsIn this episode Scott Jenkins tackles 3 common questions that he gets about Christianity.www.celticway.org2022-07-1924 min
Celtic WayThe Gift of SabbaticalScott looks ahead to a time of rest and renewal in his own life while also challenging all of us to consider rest and breath as a part of our own lives.www.celticway.org2022-06-2820 min
Celtic WaySpring to Summer/Easter to Pentecost Part 3In part 3 of Easter to Pentecost, Scott helps us to explore the transformation that is available to us due to the resurrection. Transformation isn't easy, but it is worth it. Learn some practical ways to engage in the life changing work of Easter.www.celticway.org2022-05-2424 min
Celtic WaySpring to Summer/Easter to Pentecost Pt 2In part 2 of Easter to Pentecost, Scott helps us to explore the transformation that is available to us due to the resurrection. Transformation isn't easy, but it is worth it. Learn some practical ways to engage in the life changing work of Easter.www.celticway.org2022-05-1724 min
Celtic WaySpring to Summer/Easter to PentecostEaster is not just a day, it's a journey. In this episode Celtic Way creative director Scott Jenkins explores the journey from Easter to Pentecost. How do we not only experience the resurrection, but also live it out every single day of our liveswww.celticway.org2022-04-2615 min
Celtic WayHoly WeekHoly Week is more than just Good Friday and Easter. This week Scott shares the significance of each element of this meaningful time of the year.www.celticway.org2022-04-1223 min
Celtic WayMaking Sense of Lent and Ash WednesdayLent is about more than just giving up something we enjoy. Understanding its purpose in our lives can connect us deeply to God.https://www.celticway.org2022-03-0122 min
Celtic WayThresholds, Transitions, and BrigidThis week, the Creative Director of Celtic Way, Scott Jenkins talks about St. Brigid and her relevance for today.https://www.celticway.org2022-02-2220 min
Celtic WayContinued NourishmentIn this episode Celtic Way Creative director shares what about Celtic Christianity continues to nourish and encourage him to this day.www.celticway.org2022-01-2521 min
Celtic WayGrowing into the Celtic PathExecutive Director Scott Jenkins shares the story of how he came to understand and love Celtic Christianity and gives some practical opportunities to explore our faith in new ways!For more information or to sign up for the Celtic Way classes go to:www.celticway.orgTo contact Scott directly please email:Scott@Celticway.org2022-01-1821 min
Celtic WayA Celtic Way ChristmasOn this episode Celtic Way Creative Director Scott Jenkins and Co-Host Matt Kendziera discuss the ups and downs of Christmas, the Celtic traditions of gift giving and contemplation as well as the importance of the gift of being present with one another this holiday season.For more on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2021-12-1415 min
Celtic WayBelongingDiane Bryant once again joins Creative Director Scott Jenkins and co-host Matt Kendziera to talk about the importance of belonging. How vulnerability is available and true community can flourish within small groups of people.For more on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2021-11-2325 min
Celtic WayWinter with Diane BryantSpiritual Director Diane Bryant joins the Celtic Way podcast again to talk of the faith lessons, including gratitude, that come with the season of winter.For more on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2021-11-1625 min
The Fierce Freedom PodcastHow Can Teaching Worth Disrupt Trafficking Within Schools?We invited our NEW podcast co-host Matt Kendziera to talk about Fierce Freedom's upcoming initiative Worth It - a live multi-media presentation designed to help create a culture within schools that teaches about the value of each individual, working to prevent and disrupt the cycle of trafficking before teens find themselves caught up in it. Matt also explains about how parents play a key role in supporting their kids, so to better equip them each parent will receive access to Fierce Parenting, our series of weekly videos which break down various issues kids will encounter, how to...2021-11-0921 min
Celtic WayAutumnCreative Director Scott Jenkins and Co-Host Matt Kendziera talk about the wonder of autumn and the lesson that can be learned from the most beautiful season of the year.For more on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2021-11-0217 minCeltic WayHospitality Part 2 with Ben SooyBen Sooy from Mile High Ministries joins Scott and Matt for part 2 of a discussion on the role hospitality plays in working with and developing relationships with the homeless community.For more on Mile High Ministries go to:www.milehighmin.orgFor more on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2021-09-2832 minCeltic WayHospitality Part 1 with Ben SooyBen Sooy from Mile High Ministries joins Scott and Matt to discuss the role hospitality plays in working with and developing relationships with the homeless community.For more on Mile High Ministries go to:www.milehighmin.orgFor more on Celtic Way go to:www.celticway.org2021-09-1422 minCeltic WayThe Slow Movement of God with Diane BryantIn this episode Celtic Way creative director Scott Jenkins has a conversation with Spiritual Director Diane Bryant about life, faith, nature and the slow movement of God.www.celticway.org2021-08-2421 min
Desert Voices: Critical Thinking to Cultivate Well-BeingSeason 3 Here We Go!Season 3 of the Desert Voices podcast comes with some new team members. Introducing Ryan Lambros and Matt Kendziera! In this episode Shaleen, Matt and Ryan introduce themselves along with the vision not only for Season 3 of the podcast, but also for the future of Desert Voices. It is an exciting time to be in the desert!Please consider supporting Desert Voices on Patreon!desertvoices.com★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★2021-08-1649 minCeltic WayPraying with the Seasons Part 6: RecapCeltic Way Creative Director Scott Jenkins brings it all together in the final episode of this 6 part series by encouraging us to be captured by the beauty of nature.2021-08-1015 minCeltic WayPraying with the Seasons Part 5: FallPart 5 of a 6 part series on praying with the seasons. In this episode Scott discusses being grateful as we focus on the harvest in the season of Fall.Sign up for Scott Jenkins class on Praying with the Seasons HEREwww.celticway.org2021-07-2723 minCeltic WayPraying with the Seasons Part 4: SummerIn part for of the series Praying with the Season, Celtic Way Creative Director Scott Jenkins shares how we can pray with the season of Summer. Sign up for Scott Jenkins class on Praying with the Seasons HEREwww.celticway.org2021-07-1325 minCeltic WayPraying with the Seasons Part 3: SpringScott Jenkins continues the dialogue of praying with the seasons by discussing the new birth and new beginnings of SpringSign up for Scott Jenkins class on Praying with the Seasons HEREwww.celticway.org2021-06-2227 minCeltic WayPraying with the Seasons Part 2: WinterExecutive Director, Scott Jenkins begins a 5 episode series on Praying with the Seasons.Sign up for Scott Jenkins class on Praying with the Seasons HERE2021-06-0223 min
The Fierce Freedom PodcastThe 2021 Justice Run! Feat. Matt KendzieraWe want to introduce podcast listeners to Matt Kendziera, Creative Consultant for Fierce Freedom and our brand-new Justice Race Director this year! Matt shares about his involvement with Fierce Freedom and shares about what to expect at this year's Justice Race where participants can join both in-person and virtually this year! 100% of ALL proceeds raised this year will go to support victim-survivor outreach and advocacy. Sign up to run, walk, volunteer or sponsor the event by visiting cvjusticerun.org2021-05-1820 minCeltic WayPraying with the Seasons Part 1Executive Director, Scott Jenkins begins a 5 episode series on Praying with the Seasons.Check out the Blog called Eagles and Ospreys and Imbolic by Ann Dolbier HERESign up for Scott Jenkins class on Praying with the Seasons HERE2021-05-1818 minCeltic WayMark Donovan of Denver Basic Income ProjectThis week Creative Director Scott Jenkins joins Mark Donovan, founder of Denver Basic Income Project for an inspirational and thought provoking conversation discussing Mark's passion to fight against homelessness by providing a basic income for those in need with no strings attached.To Join the movement or learn more go to:https://denverbasicincomeproject.orgFor More on Celtic way go to:www.celticway.org2021-05-0422 min
Desert Voices: Critical Thinking to Cultivate Well-BeingGuest on the Jesus Never Ran PodcastCome join me on the Jesus Never Ran Podcast with our friend Matt Kendziera! This is a raw, gritty, episode that dives into growing up Evangelical and shifting in our faith. We honor the good aspects of our origin of faith while challenging the oppressive and toxic status quo. Matt is a brilliant host and it was a joy to have this conversation with him!Support the show2021-04-0901 min