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Embodied HolinessEp 95 Listening for God Together: The Gift of Spiritual Direction with Anne-Russell BradleySend us a textIn this episode, Susan and Cliff sit down with spiritual director Anne-Russell Bradley for a rich conversation about the practice of spiritual direction. Together, they explore what spiritual direction is (and isn’t), how it creates sacred space for listening to God, and why this ancient practice can be such a life-giving companion on our faith journey. If you’ve ever wondered what spiritual direction looks like or how it might support your own formation, this conversation is a beautiful place to start.Rev. Anne-Russell Bradley contact information: soulspeak.csd@gmail.com
2025-12-0252 minEmbodied HolinessEp 94 Your Work Matters: Seeing Vocation Through God's Eyes with Al Erisman and Randy PopeSend us a textHow do we faithfully weave our life with God into the work we do every day? In this episode, Susan and co-host Rev. Smith Lilley talk with authors and businessmen Al Erisman and Randy Pope about what it means to view our work as a calling to serve the Lord. Together, they explore how the hours we spend in offices, classrooms, homes, and communities can become places of formation, worship, and witness. AL ERISMAN is currently a writer, speaker, and board member, including serving as chair of the board f...
2025-11-2547 minEmbodied HolinessEp 93 What Is Spiritual Warfare? with Dr. Stephen SeamandsSend us a textSpiritual warfare can be confusing, even intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. In this conversation, Susan Eaton, Cliff Burris, and Dr. Stephen Seamands discuss what spiritual warfare is, why it shows up in our lives, and how we can discern when it’s happening. Dr. Seamands offers practical wisdom from years of ministry, emphasizing the importance of helping people heal instead of getting preoccupied with the oppression itself. It’s a grounded, hope-filled exploration you won’t want to miss.Book Recommendation: The Believer's Guide to Spiritual Warfare, by Tom Whit...
2025-11-181h 08Embodied HolinessEp 92 Why Don't People Have Super Powers? with Rev. Smith LilleySend us a textHave you ever wished you had superpowers? Maybe we actually do! We may not be able to fly or shoot lasers out of our eyes, but what if we were made for more than that? In this episode, Susan talks with Rev. Smith Lilley about what it means to be human and how the life of Christ within us empowers us to live supernaturally in our everyday lives. ABOUT SMITH: Smith Lilley is an ordained elder in the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church and the pastor of Fulton U...
2025-11-1148 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 89 Beyond Dominion: Creation Care and the Human–Animal Bond with Dr. Jamie McNallySend us a textSusan and her friend, Dr. Jamie McNally, explore what it means to see all of creation as a sacred trust and how the well-being of humans and animals overlaps. Together, they reflect on the biblical call to steward the earth with care. With both theological and psychological insight, this conversation invites us to consider how loving God also means tending His creation.ABOUT JAMIE: Dr. Jamie McNally is a Licensed Professional Counselor, trauma specialist, moral injury researcher, and founder of Sycamore Counseling Services, a Michigan-based group practice, and Fortifyu, a wellness...
2025-10-2150 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 88 What Happens When We Take Communion? with Ricky JamesSend us a textAnother great question from one of the children of Parkway Heights UMC: "What happens when we take communion? Are the bread and juice (wine) turning into Christ’s body and blood?" Susan and Cliff talk with Rev. Dr. Ricky James about the mystery of this sacred meal and why it matters for our life of faith.ABOUT RICKY: The Rev. Dr. Ricky James is the Dean of the Chapel and Director of Church Relations at Millsaps College. A native of Hattiesburg, Ricky is a graduate of Millsaps College, Duke University, and Em...
2025-10-1446 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 87 What is Prayer and How Do I Pray? with Leanne BurrisSend us a textWelcome back to Season 7 of the Embodied Holiness Podcast! Susan welcomes her friends, Rev. Dr. Leanne Burris and Rev. Cliff Burris, for a thoughtful exploration of the question: "What is prayer and how do I pray?" ABOUT LEANNE: Rev. Dr. Leanne Burris is the planting pastor of The Bridge Church. As an ordained Elder, she is deeply passionate about connecting people to God’s love through authentic community. She holds a doctorate in ministry from Wesley Biblical Seminary, and she’s had the privilege of studying at Asbury Theological Seminary, USM, and W...
2025-10-0747 minEmbodied HolinessEp 86 Drawing Closer to Jesus Through Your Senses with Whitney SimpsonSend us a textDo you have trouble connecting with God? What if the opportunity to connect with God were as close as your next breath? Susan sits down with author, podcaster, spiritual director and campus minister, Whitney Simpson, to talk about how we can practice a more embodied spirituality that will draw us closer to Jesus. ABOUT WHITNEY - Whitney's writing encompasses her passion for embodied spirituality and spiritual formation. A soul-care practitioner, she helps others reach their fullest human potential as they explore the gift of God's peace. Whitney is the author is H...
2025-06-0340 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 85 Holding Space: How to Talk About Pain with Others with Nicole ZasowskiSend us a textSusan and Alex are joined by co-host Josh Burris and special guest Nicole Zasowski for a heartfelt conversation around the question: "How does God call us to talk with others about pain?" Together, they explore what it looks like to hold space for one another, speak truth with compassion, and reflect God's love in our hardest conversations.NICOLE ZASOWSKI is a licensed marriage and family therapist and author of What If It's Wonderful, From Lost to Found and her new Bible Study Daring Joy. She is also the c...
2025-05-271h 03Embodied HolinessEp. 84 More Than a Dress - The Heart Behind Cinderella's ClosetSend us a textErin Peterson, founder of Cinderella's Closet, joins Susan and Lindsey to talk about her calling to help young women know their worth. From giving dresses for prom, providing scholarships for college, to hosting body positivity seminars, God is using Erin and the ministry of Cinderella's closet to help turn dresses into dreams. Find out more, learn how to donate or get involved at the Cinderella's Closet website.Cinderella’s Closet NKY began n 2006 as a ministry of a local church and in 2024 became an individual non-profit organization. It’s an ef...
2025-05-201h 07Embodied HolinessEp. 83 Why Pleasing You Is Killing Me with Dr. Beverly SmallwoodSend us a textAre you a people pleaser? Do you sometimes confuse being a peacemaker with being a peacekeeper? Is your sense of worth wrapped up in what others might be thinking about you? In this episode, Susan and Alex sit down with Dr. Beverly Smallwood to talk about the roots and ripple effects of people pleasing. Whether this is your struggle or not, the insight and wisdom shared here offer something meaningful for everyone. Thanks for listening!ABOUT DR. SMALLWOOD: Dr. Bev Smallwood is a licensed psychologist who, for the past 40-plus years...
2025-05-1355 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 81 Did God Really Create the World in Seven Days?Send us a textWe're back with another great question! Rev. Andy Stoddard joins Susan and Alex to explore, "Did God really create the world in seven days?" ABOUT ANDY: Andy Stoddard is the Lead Pastor at St. Matthew's UMC in Madison, MS. He has served churches across Mississippi. Andy is a 1998 graduate of Mississippi College and a 2003 graduate of Memphis Theological Seminary. He is married to Holly and together they have two children, Sarah (a junior at Southern Miss) and Thomas (a senior at Germantown High School in Madison). Andy enjoys watching his kids perf...
2025-04-2958 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 80 How Did God Never Have a Beginning?Send us a textRev. Dr. Raigan Miskelly, senior pastor at Galloway UMC in Jackson, MS, joins Alex and Susan to answer the questions, "How did God never have a beginning? Was God made?"ABOUT RAIGAN: Rev. Dr. Raigan Miskelly is an Ordained United Methodist Elder in the Mississippi Conference. Dr. Miskelly holds a Master of Divinity degree from Pacific School of Religion and a Doctor of Ministry from Duke Divinity School. She is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis on Nonprofit Management. She is a certified coach, teacher, and speaker w...
2025-04-2248 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 79 What Happens When Judgment Day Comes?Send us a textWill Rambo, senior pastor at the Orchard in Tupelo, MS, joins Susan and Alex to explore this thought-provoking question from one of the children of Parkway Heights UMC: What happens when judgment day comes? About Will: Will Rambo is the Senior Pastor of The Orchard Tupelo where he has been on staff for 21 years. His passions include: the local church, teaching, training, equipping, and spiritual formation. For recreation, Will enjoys reading, disc golf, Mississippi State athletics, all things food (particularly key lime pie), and, most importantly, his family. Will and his w...
2025-04-1549 minEmbodied HolinessEp 78 Did God Die When Jesus Died on the Cross?Send us a textWelcome back to Season 6 of the Embodied Holiness Podcast! Susan and Alex welcome their good friend, Rev. Cliff Burris, for a thoughtful exploration sparked by a question from one of the children at Parkway Heights UMC: "Did God die when Jesus died on the cross?" Listen in as they delve deep into understanding the nature of God, explore the significance of the cross, and discuss why being brave enough to ask big questions can transform how we understand faith.ABOUT CLIFF: Rev. Cliff Burris attended Asbury Theological seminary and has served...
2025-04-0845 minEmbodied HolinessEp 75 How Can I Believe in God When There's No Proof He Exists? with Rev. Keith KeetonSend us a textChildren often ask remarkably profound questions -- questions that resonate far beyond their years. In this episode, we explore a thought-provoking question submitted by one of the children at Parkway Heights UMC: "How can I believe in God when there's no proof he exists?" Joining Alex and Susan is Rev. Keith Keeton, lead pastor of PHUMC. Together, they'll dive into this timeless question and offer insights for seekers of all ages. KEITH KEETON began his role as lead pastor of Parkway Heights in June 2022. Keith has served in ministry for over 20 y...
2024-12-031h 01Embodied HolinessEp. 74 Living with Purpose in a Polarizing World with Randy Pope and Al ErismanSend us a textWestern culture is increasingly polarized, and Christians often feel they are “under siege” by the dominant secular culture. Compounding the problem is that Christians cannot agree among themselves on how to respond to an increasingly “post-Christian " culture. Susan and Alex talk with authors Randy Pope and Al Erisman about how we can engage the culture we live in as disciples of Jesus. Grab a copy of Living with Purpose in a Polarizing World here. RANDY POPE has practiced law for 45 years in his hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Since...
2024-11-261h 05Embodied HolinessEp 73 Surviving the Holidays Without You with Rev. Julie CollinsSend us a textHolidays can be hard after we've suffered the loss of a loved one. However, there are ways to approach special seasons without being overwhelmed. Rev. Julie Collins talks with Susan and Alex about how we can enter the "most wonderful time of the year" with a plan, healthy expectations, and the readiness to give yourself and others grace when it's still hard. Learn more about Stephen Ministry here.Get your copy of Surviving the Holidays Without You by Gary Roe here.Thanks for listening to the Embodied...
2024-11-1950 minEmbodied HolinessEp 71 An Apprenticeship with Grief with Abbye West PatesSend us a textSinger-songwriter Abbye West Pates talks with Susan and Alex about her experiences over the past year following the sudden passing of her husband, Jeff, in August 2023. She reflects on what she has learned about grief and the healing process during this time. Abbye also shares some of her original songs and poetry.Follow Abbye on Instagram @awpmusicAbbye's website: www.abbyewestpates.comThanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness.
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Life Beyond The NumbersCreating New Knowledge - Jackie Eaton"If they're not applying creative and intuitive thinking in addition to critical and judgmental thinking, then they're not creating new knowledge for the organisation. They're just taking old knowledge and rearranging it. And for me, that's not adding value." Jackie Eaton
Jackie Eaton shares her unique career path from obtaining a mathematics degree to working in operational research for NATO. She discusses her affection for solving complex problems, her initial struggles to discover a career-fit and the compelling nature of public service. Jackie and I chat about gender dynamics in the workplace, the challenges and r...
2024-10-2636 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 69 Andrew Peterson - Community, Calling, and the Mystery of MakingSend us a textEnjoy this conversation with Andrew Peterson, one of Alex and Susan's favorite artists, singer/songwriters, and authors. Do you have a favorite Andrew Peterson song? Send us a text and let us know which one!ABOUT ANDREW:For more than twenty years now, Andrew Peterson has been about the business of quietly changing lives in four-minute increments. In the city of Nashville where music is an industry in the same way fast food, generic greeting cards, and bumper stickers are industries, Peterson has forged his own...
2024-10-2254 minEmbodied HolinessEp 68 Practicing the Way, Pt. 2 with Rev. Cliff BurrisSend us a textSusan, Cliff, and Alex are back! And this time, we're getting practical. Knowing what to do is not enough; we must practice it. We're definitely not perfect when it comes to living out the love and grace that Jesus did, but we don't do it alone. We have the Spirit of God, the grace of God, the power of God, and we have a community of faithful believers we can surround ourselves with on this journey. We can be more like Christ. Let's practice together. Use this link to grab your...
2024-10-1559 minEmbodied HolinessEp 67 Practicing the Way, Pt 1 with Rev. Cliff BurrisSend us a textSusan and Alex are joined by their good friend, Rev. Cliff Burris, to discuss John Mark Comer's latest book, Practicing the Way—Be With Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. Use this link to grab your copy of Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area...
2024-10-0848 minEmbodied HolinessEp 66 Leave it Better Than You Found It with Dr. Joe PaulSend us a textSusan and Alex talk with University of Southern Mississippi President, Dr. Joe Paul, about how his faith informs how he leads and relates to others, and how his mantra, "Leave it better than you found it," is a good summary of what he believes we're all called to do. You'll enjoy this lively conversation with the USM's 11th President! DR. JOSEPH S. PAUL began his service as the 11th President of The University of Southern Mississippi on November 1, 2022, after having served in the interim role since July 16th.A w...
2024-10-0145 minEmbodied HolinessEp 65 Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms - Habits of the Household, Pt. 2Send us a textCome on, admit it. You love being practical! We do, too. In this episode Susan, Alex, and Lindsey dive into some of the habits found in Justin Early's book Habits of the Household and discuss ideas on how we can begin implementing them into our routines. Also, here's the link to Susan's episode from the Talk it Up Podcast, where she shares about her and her husband's journey of parenting a child with depression and anxiety. Grab a copy of Susan's book, You're Gonna Be Okay, here.
2024-09-2449 minEmbodied HolinessEp 64 Habits of the Household - Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms, Pt. 1Send us a textWelcome back to Season 5 of the Embodied Holiness Podcast! You long for tender moments with your children, but do you ever find yourself too busy to stop, make eye contact, and say something you really mean? Do you find yourself giving in to screen time just to get through the day? You want to parent with purpose, but do you know how to start? No matter what stage of parenting you're in (or even if you're not a parent!), you'll benefit from this discussion. Grab a copy of Justin Early's Habits of the H...
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Clothed in Strength PodcastThe Strength of Empowering and Honoring Women's Voices in the Church (ft. Rev. Susan Eaton)I am so honored to be joined by Rev. Susan Eaton today to talk about the POWER and purpose of women's voices in the church and leadership. She is bold, smart, kind, and empowering. I am grateful to have learned from her and I hope you do too. Rev. Susan Eaton earned her Master of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, KY and currently serves as Discipleship Pastor at Parkway Heights UMC in Hattiesburg, MS. Susan is the producer and host of the Embodied Holiness Podcast, is the author of two books: Reclaiming Joy (2019) and...
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TALKitUPEpisode 06: You're Gonna Be Okay with Susan Eaton Join host Matt Lake and Middle School Leader Elley Lee as they sit down with Susan Eaton, Pastor and Author of "You're Gonna Be Okay." Susan shares her personal journey, shaped by her son's struggles with anxiety and depression, and offers practical advice for parents navigating similar challenges. Tune in for an uplifting conversation filled with hope and encouragement for families facing mental health issues. To learn more about Susan, visit her website at www.revsusaneaton.com, listen to her podcast Embodied Holiness, or purchase your copy of her book discussed in this episode at Amazon.com.
2024-04-051h 07Embodied HolinessEp 63 Women, Leadership, and the Church with Hannah GarnettSend us a textWhat are the "rules" for leadership within the Church? Are women allowed to lead in the same capacity as men? Why are there different views on this within the Church? In this episode, Susan and Alex speak with Hannah Garnett, host of the Clothed In Strength Podcast, about the varying theological viewpoints surrounding women's roles within the church. HANNAH GARNETT is a gifted leader who is passionate about supporting and empowering women to be who God made them to be. Hannah is a graduate of both Asbury University and Asbury Seminary...
2024-04-0257 minEmbodied HolinessEp 62 The Holiest of Weeks - The Season of Lent Week FourSend us a text"This is how the season of Lent concludes. Things are quiet. We are silent. Whether we have kept our fasts or failed has no bearing on the final outcome. God either has the power to raise Christ from the dead, or he does not. We are Christians because we have concluded that he does." ~Esau McCaulley from the book Lent: The Season of Repentance and RenewalThanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on F...
2024-03-2630 minEmbodied HolinessEp 61 Prayers for Renewal: The Season of Lent, Week ThreeSend us a textIn this episode, Alex and Susan discuss three Lenten prayers that can lead us on our journey of renewal. These prayers remind us that we never outgrow God, Jesus is the bread of life, and the life of the Christ follower should be one of ever-increasing maturity. Resource: Lent - The Season of Repentance and Renewal by Esau McCaulleyThanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is...
2024-03-1923 minEmbodied HolinessEp 60 The Sacred Path of Discomfort - The Season of Lent, Part TwoSend us a textIn this episode, Susan and Alex discuss the practices of the Lenten season that help us connect with Christ and his journey to the cross. Discover how willingly stepping into discomfort helps form our character more into the character of Christ. Resource: Lent - The Season of Repentance and Renewal, by Esau McCaulleyThanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United...
2024-03-1240 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 59 When Bad News Is Good News: The Season of Lent, Part OneSend us a textEvery year, the church invites us into a season of repentance and fasting in preparation for Holy Week. It's an invitation to turn away from our sins and toward the mercy and grace of Christ. In this episode, Susan and Alex discuss the symbolism of the season of Lent and how we can engage with it to draw closer to the love of Christ. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a m...
2024-03-0524 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 58 Confessions of a Serial Entrepreneur: Faith, Leadership, and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Kristan GetsySend us a textSusan and Alex talk with communications professional, leadership coach, and "serial entrepreneur", Kristan Getsy, about how her faith impacts her ability to lead and train others with confidence. This episode is full of so much high-value content about entrepreneurship, imposter syndrome, making a significant contribution to the world, why we can lead with confidence, how to bring your faith into your workplace, how to lead without getting caught up in ego, and more! Kristan also tells us about her upcoming book, The Cussing Christian. You're going to love this conversation!
2024-02-2745 minEmbodied HolinessEp 57 It's Not Just a Gym, It's a Community with Steve McAlisterSend us a textFLASHBACK EPISODE! Today's episode is a re-release of our most popular episode to date with guest and local business owner, Steve McAlister (Versus Strength and Conditioning, Hattiesburg, MS). Listen again or for the first time, and be sure to share with a friend! (This was also Alex's first time podcasting with Susan and Lindsey. I guess we thought he did a great job, since he's now a regular host!)When does a gym become more than a gym? When it becomes a place of true community.
2024-02-2043 minEmbodied HolinessEp 56 Tacos, Forgotten Pants, & Election Years: The Surprising Relevance of the Sermon on the Mount with Gena AndersonSend us a textIn Matthew chapters 5-7, we read the good words of Jesus that not only shocked his audience then but have continued to shock, inspire, and even trouble followers of Jesus for two thousand years. In this episode, we talk with author Gena Anderson about her new study on the Sermon on the Mount and how the words of Jesus continue to be shockingly relevant to our lives and the world today. Use this link to grab a copy of Gena's latest Bible Study, Dear Disciple: A Bible Study on the Sermon...
2024-02-1339 minEmbodied HolinessEp 55 Pt. 2 - Faith, the Church, and Addiction: Practicing RecoverySend us a textIn Part 2 of Faith, the Church, and Addiction, David and Cliff are back to talk with Alex and Susan about the practical steps you can take to begin the recovery process. "The process of recovery is more than just us. [Addiction] has affected more than just us, and as a result [recovery] can't be just on us. You can't do it alone, but the good part is that you're not alone." -Rev. David SellersLinks:Online Addiction recovery Meetings and 12-Step ProgramsSAMHSA's National Helpline
2024-02-0640 minEmbodied HolinessEp 54 Faith, the Church, and Addiction, Part 1 with Rev. David Sellers and Rev. Cliff BurrisSend us a textAlex and Susan talk with pastors David Sellers and Cliff Burris about the truth of our belovedness, how we can move into a life of recovery through a relationship with Christ and his church, and how the church can become a safe and brave space for those in recovery. (Part 1 of 2) For more content on the practical steps you can take to begin recovery, be sure to also listen to Episode 55, "Practicing Recovery." (Coming February 6, 2024.)"Addiction is where God found me. It blew my mind that God loved me as I wa...
2024-01-3053 minEmbodied HolinessEp 53 Choosing Cheer with Nicolet BellSend us a textIs it possible to live a life of true joy even in the midst of our deepest pain and sorrow? Because of Christ, it is. In this episode, Susan and Alex talk with their good friend, Nicolet Bell, about how followers of Jesus can access the deep joy of the Lord even when their circumstances tell them otherwise. This is one episode you'll want to listen to again and again. NICOLET BELL serves as Executive Vice President / Chief Operations Officer for the JourneyWise Network. Prior to this, Nicolet served in Ad...
2024-01-231h 00Embodied HolinessEp 52 On the Other Side of the Accident with Cody MillerSend us a textWhen our co-host, Lindsey Lewis, received the call that her younger brother, Cody Miller, had been involved in a traumatic car accident, she had no idea how close Cody had come to losing his life or how Cody's life would be permanently altered as a result. In today's episode, Cody shares about the day his life changed, the miraculous ways he experienced the hand of God, and how his faith strengthens him to persevere and share about the goodness of God with others.Thanks for listening to the Embodied...
2024-01-1635 minEmbodied HolinessEp 51 Yes, But How? Three Embodied Practices of AdventSend us a textSusan and Alex discuss three ancient spiritual practices that invite us to gain a new glimpse into who God is and how to follow him so we can be stirred up toward love and good deeds. From the book, Advent by Tish Harrison Warren: "For the early church these three spiritual disciplines -- prayer, fasting, and giving-- were held together. All three of them were robustly physical. Early church leaders spoke about them in almost medicinal terms: a way of healing our souls through how we use our bodies. To wo...
2023-12-1926 minEmbodied HolinessEp 50 Embracing the "P" Word and Trusting the Slow Work of GodSend us a text"If we are healthy, financially secure, and privileged, we can seek to meticulously rid our lives of waiting. We dwell in an impatient culture. We collectively avoid the hard lessons found in waiting." ~Tish Harrison WarrenJoin Susan and Alex as they discuss how the season of Advent invites us to cultivate the habit of patience and trust the slow work of God. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Ho...
2023-12-1223 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 49 Embodied Advent: It's Not Supposed to Be This WaySend us a textListen in as Susan and Alex discuss the paradoxical nature of Advent and how letting go of expectations can help us fully embrace this season of the Christian year. Listen to the O Antiphons at this link.The O Antiphons:"O Wisdom!" "O Adonai!" "O Root!" "O Key!" "O Light!" "O King of the Nations!" "O Emmanuel!""These poetic prayers reverberate with longing and hope. They tell us we need a rescuer and a ransom. They remind us that...
2023-12-0529 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 48 Overcoming Overwhelm: Rest, Prayer & Meditation with Whitney R. Simpson & Tammy KolboSend us a textFeeling overwhelmed? In this episode you'll learn about spiritual and physical practices that bring rest, peace, and restoration to you body, mind, and spirit.For even more on this topic, you can listen to Susan's conversation with Tammy and Whitney from 2020 at this link.WHITNEY R. SIMPSON holds a certification in Spiritual Formation from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and is the founder of Exploring Peace Ministries. She is a trained spiritual director, retreat facilitator, and experienced yoga and meditation teacher. Whitney has authored two books: Holy Listening with...
2023-11-2854 minEmbodied HolinessEp 47 Getting Real About Getting Close: Intimacy, Rupture & RepairSend us a textIn this episode, Susan is joined by her husband, Stewart Eaton, her brother-in-law, Fletcher Eaton, and sister-in-law, Susan Eaton. Together, they discuss why belonging and connection are so important and how we can go about repairing ruptures that occur in our relationships. Using John Ortberg's book I'd Like You More if You Were More Like Me as a guide, they also bring their professional expertise from the world of therapy, education, and pastoral leadership to the table (as well as plenty of laughter) to make this an episode from which you're sure to...
2023-11-2138 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 46 Keep Waking Up in the Mourning with Jasmine CochranSend us a textIs it crazy to say we had fun talking about mourning and loss? Maybe, but it's true. In this episode, Susan, Lindsey, and Alex sit down with author Jasmine Cochran to talk about her latest book, Keep Waking Up in the Mourning, a collection of father-daughter experiences that will move and entertain you while highlighting the stresses of a loved one’s final moments and the trying days after loss. We hope this episode will help you navigate through grief and show you that it is possible to keep living and mov...
2023-11-1440 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 45 The Word and the Wild with Kym Garraway-BraleySend us a textKym Garraway-Braley is an artist with a zest for life that is vividly portrayed in her paintings, which feature vibrant colors along with everything she loves from God's creation. Her favorite subjects include florals, fruits, botanicals, wildlife, and children's themes, which she beautifully illustrates so that they seem to leap out at you. This creative artist is never one to claim praise for her work. She feels that her talent is a gift from God. "It is God's talent and God's Glory," she says. In addition to being an artist, Kym is...
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Rock Your Shine: After you’ve been cracked wide open109: The Healing Power of Words with Nichole EatonWelcome to Rock Your Shine: After you’ve been cracked wide open. On this show, I sit down with people from all over the world to hear their transformational stories on their deep grief and loss journeys. Today, we have a special guest, Nichole Eaton. Nichole is the author of two powerful books, "Rock Your Comeback: The Down to Earth Guide to Reclaiming Your Power" and "Rock Your Soul: The Down-to-Earth Guide to Mastering Your Mind." She's not just an intuitive therapist, but a certified rule-breaker dedicated to helping you break free from beliefs that hold you bac...
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Rock Your Comeback023. Letting Your Pain Unlock Your Purpose w/ Susan CaseyCan pain really unlock our purpose? In this episode of Rock Your Comeback we're joined by author, grief and loss coach, and host of the Rock Your Shine podcast, Susan Casey, as we talk about how grief, loss, and pain has the power to change us for the better. In this episode, Susan opens up about her personal quest to believe in more and explore the depths of spirituality. She shares her profound insights on designing a personal relationship with a higher power and the importance of releasing judgment to step into curiosity, allowing us all to take a...
2023-09-0626 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 44 Tending to Grief and the Science of Hope with Vicki JohnsonSend us a textWhether it's over the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job, a friendship, or from going through the inevitable transitions of life, grieving is a reality we all face. In this episode, Susan and Lyerly talk with Rev. Dr. Vicki Johnson about the importance of tending to our grief and how hope helps us move forward through the pain of loss. Whether you're in a current season of grief or not, this episode will give you the tools to face life's diffculties with faith and resilience. VICKI JOHNSON
2023-05-0243 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 43 Making the Bed: Liturgy, Ritual, and What Forms a LifeSend us a text"We are shaped every day, whether we know it or not, by practices — rituals and liturgies — that make us who we are. We receive these practices — which are often rote —not only from the church or the Scriptures but from the culture, from the 'air around us' ... The church is to be a radically alternative people, marked by the love of the triune God in each area of life. But often, we are not sure how to become this sort of alternative people."That's an excerpt from Chapter 2 in Tish Harrison Warren's...
2023-04-2542 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 42 Prioritizing Wellness - Breaking the Cycle of Unhealthy Patterns with Gena AndersonSend us a textAre you ready to break the cycle of unhealthy patterns and make wellness a priority? If so, this episode is just what you need. Today, we speak with author, wellness blogger, and nurse practitioner, Gena Anderson, about how we can obtain spiritual, mental, and physical wellness. Our conversation is based on Gena's book The Well Woman - A Journey to Wellness Through Loving Jesus. ABOUT GENA: Gena is a Jesus-lover, writer, and nurse practitioner who has a passion for helping busy women experience wellness. She is the author of T...
2023-04-1838 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 41 Handling Parent Guilt with Jennifer Sheridan, LCSWSend us a textIf you've been a parent for any length of time, you've probably experienced parent guilt at some point along your parenting journey. In this episode, we talk with our friend, Jennifer Sheridan, from Restoration House Counseling in Hattiesburg, MS about what to do with parent guilt, and how we can navigate all the emotions and pressures of parenting in a healthy way.Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is...
2023-04-1139 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 40 Reach Just One with Sarah WilliamsSend us a textWhen Sarah Williams experienced an unplanned pregnancy at the age of nineteen, there were no congratulations or happy tears. Instead, she was told that her life was over — that she had made the biggest mistake ever.But neither God nor Sarah bought that narrative. Instead, after completing her bachelor's and master's degrees, Sarah answered God’s call to be an encourager, ambassador, and resource for pregnant teens and young single mothers. Through her ministry, Reach Just One, Sarah leads young women to the hope of the Gospel and creates spac...
2023-04-0429 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 39 It's Not Just a Gym. It's a Community with Steve McAlisterSend us a textWhen does a gym become more than a gym? When it becomes a place of true community. Today, we talk with Steve McAlister, founder and owner of Versus Strength and Conditioning in Hattiesburg, MS, about the principles he founded his business on and how his efforts in building a healthy, supportive community have come back to bless him and his family during his wife's cancer diagnosis. *********Versus Strength and Conditioning isn’t just a gym. It’s a community. A place where professional athletes, housewives, small business owners, high school athl...
2023-03-2843 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 38 Congas, Coffee, and Contribution with Tony LymonSend us a textImagine you're twenty-something years old. You're touring the world with your friends in your extremely popular pop/rock band, King Konga. You have a hit song that reaches #81 on the AC Hot 100 Pop Charts, and you've captured the eyes of many major record labels. You have the opportunity to take a big step toward fame, and you say... no. That's precisely what TONY LYMON did. But more than saying no to a lifestyle of world tours and hit songs, Tony said yes to how God was calling him to contribute to...
2023-03-2137 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 37 The Practice of Saying Yes with Scott EricksonSend us a textSCOTT ERICKSON has had long midnight conversations with the Voice of Giving Up, and knows how depression can make the Voice especially loud. In this episode we talk with Scott about how he's moved beyond the Voice of Giving Up into a life of saying yes, the difference between a desire and a dream, and how the spiritual practice of taking away helps us grow closer to God. Scott is currently touring his one man show, “SAY YES: A Liturgy of Not Giving Up On Yourself”, juxtaposing story-teaching, participation, humor, and imag...
2023-03-1426 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 36 Embodied Advent - TabernacleSend us a textIn this last installment of our Embodied Advent series, we look at Mary, who so willingly received her Christ, becoming a tabernacle for the divine, a dwelling place, a shelter for the embryonic God to grow. She received the calling to carry, birth, and raise a child — to love and pour herself out for him — and then she released him and her heart to the will of the Father. As we draw closer to the day of Christ’s birth, consider what you may be holding too tightly. What do you have a...
2022-12-2007 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 35 Embodied Advent - UnadornedSend us a textIf you’ve ever wondered why — in a season when we’re supposed to be focused on the humility of Christ’s entrance into the world — we seem to be more chaotic and stressed than ever, you’re not alone. Listen in as our friend Alex Doleac shares his thoughts about how we can step away from the chaos of the season in order to become unadorned and embrace the simplicity and humility of Christ. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community...
2022-12-1311 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 34 Embodied Advent - DarknessSend us a textEven though the season of Advent is marked by longing and waiting for deliverance, it's not a season without hope. Our Savior has come and will come again to make all things new. In this second week of Advent, we explore the purpose darkness can serve in our lives. If you're going through a difficult time, we pray that this message will remind you that you are never alone. God is with us. God is with you. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the c...
2022-12-0607 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 33 Embodied Advent - PresenceSend us a textFor the Christian, the season of Advent marks the beginning of a new year. We begin this new year by waiting with anticipation for the coming of our Savior. Of course, we're on the other side of Christ's first coming, and so while we celebrate and remember with joy how God took on flesh and dwelt among us, we also hold on to the hope that Christ will return -- His second advent. As we wait it's easy to get caught up in the consumerism of the culture. This series is h...
2022-12-0509 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 33 Embodied Advent - PresenceFor the Christian, the season of Advent marks the beginning of a new year. We begin this new year by waiting with anticipation for the coming of our Savior. Of course, we're on the other side of Christ's first coming, and so while we celebrate and remember with joy how God took on flesh and dwelt among us, we also hold on to the hope that Christ will return -- His second advent. As we wait it's easy to get caught up in the consumerism of the culture. This series is here to help you not get c...
2022-11-2909 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 32 Say Yes - The Surprising Life Beyond the Death of a DreamSend us a text"Maybe you feel shipwrecked or stuck at a dead end. Maybe you feel foolish for even daring to dream at all. When our dreams die, our vision of who we hoped to become often dies too. That's when the Voice of Giving Up appears." That's an excerpt from the back cover of Scott Erickson's book Say Yes - Discover the Surprising Life Beyond the Death of a Dream. Listen in as we discuss why this book took us so long to read, what our key takeaways were, and why you should...
2022-11-2234 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 31: The Heart of Parenting - Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child with Jennifer Sheridan, LCSW, RPTSend us a textCalling all parents! Listen in as we talk with Jennifer Sheridan, owner and lead therapist at Restoration House Counseling in Hattiesburg, MS, about effective and ineffective styles of parenting and what it looks like to keep the love of Christ at the center of our parent/child relationships.Parenting styles discussed in the episode (taken from John Gottman's Book Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child):1. Dismissing Parent2. Disapproving Parent3. Laissez-faire Parent4. Emotion-Coaching ParentAbout Jennifer:Jennifer Sheridan, owner and lead therapist of R...
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Therapist to MillionsHow do therapists maintain their own mental health? | T2M Podcast Episode 13 with Cassie EatonCassie Eaton Is a counselor in Ohio offering Trauma Informed · Post Traumatic Stress · Therapy · EMDR and counseling
Cassie published a prose/poetry book in her early twenties, called Amitriptyline Queen under the pen name Jaden Christopher, detailing her personal struggles with the mental health system, and as a document of her own journey through trauma from the client's to the therapist's chair.
Cassie teaches her clients to live a happy healthy life while remaining in their window of affective tolerance - plus she adds a Taoist approach by teaching an understanding of Chi and how to bal...
2022-11-0829 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 30: The Power of Story and Song with Abbye West PatesSend us a textA native of South Mississippi, Abbye West Pates is a singer-songwriter who has called Memphis, Tennessee her home for over a decade. She loves people and songs so it only makes sense that she'd feel most at home at a house concert or dark listening room somewhere, close enough for a conversation with the listeners. She's a little folk, a little country, and loves a good story. You're invited to listen in as we talk with Abbye about songwriting, faith, and what motivates her to keep creating. Her newest songs, To B...
2022-11-0829 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 29: Redeeming How We TalkSend us a textIn so many ways we have lost our ability to effectively converse with others, especially when the topic is a tough one. Technology promises to bring us together; however, isolation and discord seem more prominent than ever. But we can redeem that! In this episode, we'll go over several principles that will help us all communicate more effectively with love and grace to the people around us:1) Godly speech comes from a godly heart.2) Speak for the good of others.3) Godly speech embraces godly silence.4) Listen....
2022-11-0128 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 28 Conversation with a Queen: Discussing Faith and Life with Miss Mississippi 2022, Emmie PerkinsSend us a textIf you've wanted to know your 2022 Miss Mississippi better, here's your chance! In this conversation, Emmie shares how her faith in God has sustained her, her thoughts on rest and striving for perfection, and what she hopes to accomplish as Miss Mississippi and as a follower of Christ. You can find out more about Emmie and follow her journey to Miss America on Instagram @emmieperkins and @missamericams. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and In...
2022-10-2530 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 27: Unbelievably Amazing - Crack to Convict, Christ to College with Sidney H. Smith IIISend us a textIn this episode we have the honor of speaking with Sidney Smith. After 27 years of addiction, crime, homelessness, eating out of garbage dumpsters, prison, and 10 different rehabilitation centers, one encounter with Christ changed everything. Sidney is a good friend, a powerful speaker and an extremely talented pianist and singer. He is as authentic as they come, and we hope you'll be inspired and reminded of the goodness and power of God's love and forgiveness as you listen to him share.You can learn more about Sidney by visiting his website at ww...
2022-10-1833 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 26: Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSend us a textWhat if you had a magic wand to help you know how to best work with and communicate with others? The DiSC personality profile might not be a “magic wand”, but it can help you understand your personality and the personality of others. Listen as we use the DiSC Agile EQ profile to explore how to read the emotional and interpersonal needs of ourselves and others.To learn more about the DiSC assessments, visit www.everything disc.comFor a free DiSC assessment visit www.TonyRobbins.comThan...
2022-10-1144 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 25: My Battle With a Brain Tumor with Glenna RascoSend us a textIn this episode, our friend, Glenna, shares how her faith in God kept her moving forward and holding onto hope after a brain tumor diagnosis and five subsequent surgeries. Glenna’s story is one of strength, courage, and faith. May you receive encouragement for whatever you’re facing as you listen to Glenna share her journey of hope and resilience. About Glenna: Glenna is a 6th-grade gifted studies teacher at Sumrall Middle School. She is a lifelong resident of Hattiesburg, MS. She and her husband, Clay, have been marr...
2022-10-0433 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 24: Forgiving My Mother's Murderer with Rev. Andy StoddardSend us a textOn April 16, 1978, when Andy was just two years old, his father shot and killed his mother in cold blood. The rest of Andy's life he would struggle with this, but he would eventually come to a place of forgiveness. He now helps others learn to live that same journey. We hope this conversation will help you lay down your objections to forgiveness and find the courage to step forward into the life of freedom God has for you. REV. ANDY STODDARD is the Lead Pastor at St. Matthew's United Methodist Church i...
2022-09-301h 17Embodied HolinessEp. 23 Face-to-Face Again: Is it Really Possible to Forgive?Send us a textYou’ve left the toxic environment or relationship. You’ve been doing the work of healing past wounds. You’ve moved forward in so many ways. Then one day you’re face-to-face with the person who caused you so much pain. How do you respond? In this episode, we discuss the power of forgiveness and how it is essential to living a life of joy. Yes, it can be hard, but it is possible to forgive even that person, and it’s necessary if we’re going to be a source of healing for the worl...
2022-09-2728 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 22 Reclaiming Joy in the Midst of Valleys, Quarreling, and OppositionSend us a textThis week we journey with Isaac (Genesis 26) into the valley and discover how God uses even the painful times in our lives to do His good work in us. In this episode, we dig deep into what it really takes to unstop the life-giving wells of our souls so we can experience God’s deep joy and gladness and find healing. Use this link to order your copy of Reclaiming Joy. We encourage you to get the book and use these episodes to enhance your personal study.Reflection or...
2022-09-2026 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 21 Reclaiming Joy in the Face of Fear, Assumptions, and a Nasty Little Attitude Called ContemptSend us a textWelcome to Season 2 of the Embodied Holiness Podcast! Today begins a three-part series as we explore Susan's book Reclaiming Joy - Living in the Transforming Power of Reconciliation and Forgiveness. In this episode, we look at three things that are sure to prevent joy from flourishing in our lives: fear, assumption-making, and contempt. We encourage you to get the book (see link below) and use these episodes to enhance your personal or small group study. About Reclaiming Joy:Do you feel stuck in a place t...
2022-09-1334 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 20: You Don't Need to Know Where We're GoingSend us a textAre you one of those who likes to plan and control and know what's coming before it comes your way? In this episode, Susan explores how listening to the guiding voice of the Father is better than knowing what's ahead.Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area and are looking for a church home, we'd...
2022-08-0909 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 19: What My Experience with Scoliosis Taught Me About Trusting GodSend us a textImagine this: You're 13 years old without a care in the world when one day you find out you need to have major back surgery. In this episode, Claire Christensen shares how a scoliosis diagnosis and surgery affected her and what it taught her about trusting God. Claire is a senior at Oak Grove High School in Hattiesburg, MS. She is a student leader in the Parkway Heights UMC youth ministry. She plays oboe and clarinet and enjoys hanging out with her longtime group of friends. Thanks for listening to th...
2022-08-0207 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 18: How to Build and Cultivate a Relationship with GodSend us a textHuman beings are defined by their relationships more than anything else, and our relationships say more about who we are than any biographical sketch or social media profile. But the one relationship that defines who we genuinely are is our relationship with God. In this episode, Rev. Julie Collins shares with us her thoughts on how we can build and cultivate a relationship with God. Julie serves as the Executive Pastor at Parkway Heights UMC. You can learn more about Julie here: https://www.parkwayheights.org/staffThanks for...
2022-07-2608 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 17 - Booster Shots & Mountain TopsSend us a textIf you're like me (Susan), you would much rather avoid pain than experience it. But you don't have to spend much time on this planet to realize that pain can't be avoided. Christ, however, teaches us that our top priority shouldn't be to avoid pain. Rather, as we journey through painful circumstances with a renewed perspective, we find the strength that comes from Christ's presence within us, and our hearts and minds are transformed more and more into the character of Christ. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We i...
2022-07-1910 minEmbodied HolinessEp. 16 - The Straw That Broke the Camel's BackSend us a textToday, Susan shares how one of those days opened her eyes to the deeper work the Spirit was doing within her. If you've ever had a day where you just finally came apart, listen in. Perhaps the Spirit is doing a greater work in you, too. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area an...
2022-07-1213 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 15: The Room of GraceSend us a textLet’s face it. No one is immune to shame and brokenness. Many of us have gone through seasons of spiritual isolation due to that shame and brokenness. But what if, instead of barriers, they could be tools for deeper community and connection to God? In today's One Voice episode, Alex Doleac helps us understand how God can use even our shame as a means of spiritual transformation and growth. You can access The Heart of Man movie that Alex mentions here: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Man-William-Paul-Young/dp/B082XG...
2022-07-0508 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 14: Big Girls Don't Cry... or Do They?Send us a text"Big girls don't cry!" Maybe you've heard it, maybe you've said it, or maybe you even believe it. In this episode, Lindsey shares how a tearful moment with her daughter taught her a lesson about embracing vulnerability and how to find comfort in the sufficiency of Christ.Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area and...
2022-06-2807 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 13: The Day God Spoke Through My Two-Year-OldSend us a textIn today's One Voice episode, Susan shares how the Lord spoke a word of encouragement to her from a most unexpected source. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area and are looking for a church home, we'd love to meet you and welcome you to the family. You can find out more about Parkway Heights a...
2022-06-2110 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 12: The One Thing Worth Being Concerned AboutSend us a textIn today's One Voice episode, Lyerly shares what she's learning about busyness, balance, and the one thing worth being concerned about. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area and are looking for a church home, we'd love to meet you and welcome you to the family. You can find out more about Parkway Heights at o...
2022-06-1406 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 11: What a Day in Traffic Court Taught Me About Sacramental LivingSend us a textWelcome to the first episode in our summer series, Embodied Holiness One Voice. In today's episode, Susan shares what an experience in traffic court taught her about how the Lord can turn even the most difficult and undesirable situations into holy and sacramental moments. Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg a...
2022-06-0712 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 10: What If It's Wonderful - Celebration and PlaySend us a textIf a spontaneous celebration broke out right now, what would you be celebrating? How easy is it for you to play? What do you do for fun? We discuss all this and more in today's episode, so buckle up! This is a fun one!Questions for Personal or Group Reflection:If a spontaneous celebration broke out right now, what would you be celebrating? What do you do for fun?Have you ever noticed yourself being annoyed by other people's celebrations?What d...
2022-05-2436 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 09: Trusting God During Seasons of Waiting with Special Guest Kristin McNairSend us a textIn this episode, we talk with our good friend Kristin McNair about how she has learned to trust God during a season of infertility and how she continues to find hope in this season of waiting. We also explore a terrific book, Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren. Even if infertility is not an issue for you, it may very well be for someone you know and love. Kristin's perspective is good for all of us to hear. Also, the spiritual principles she's learned are applicable to all of...
2022-05-1735 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 08: Well, That Was Awkward - Laughter, Confession, and Recovering from EmbarrassmentSend us a textToday we explore Chapter 12, "Confession and Laughter - Why Lightheartedness is the Truest Kind of Miracle", from Emily P. Freeman's book Simply Tuesday. Listen in as we explore our own reactions to embarrassments and failures, how to nurture a more lighthearted approach to your flaws, and why Encanto is our favorite movie.Questions for Personal or Group Reflection:How do you typically respond to your embarrassing moments: Shock, shame, or lashing out?How does shock prevent you from apologizing or cause you to shrink back...
2022-05-1028 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 07: Handling Conflict the Jesus Way with Special Guest Rev. Bruce CaseSend us a textConflict in life and relationships is inevitable, but conflict doesn't have to end in disaster. In this episode, we're joined by special guest Rev. Bruce Case to discuss how followers of Christ can learn to disagree, resolve the conflicts we tend to avoid, and create real change.Bruce is an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church and has served as the lead pastor of Parkway Heights UMC in Hattiesburg, MS for the last five years. He grew up in Brookhaven, Mississippi, has served churches in central and south Mississippi, and...
2022-05-0335 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 06: Going the Extra Mile - What Radical Hospitality Looks LikeSend us a textAnyone who's been to Disney World has experienced some pretty amazing hospitality. Disney really gets hospitality. As followers of Christ we are also called to live a life of hospitality — a hospitality even more radical than Disney's. In this episode we'll explore Scripture for evidence of the radical hospitality of Christ and share stories of where we've experienced it in our own lives. Questions for Personal or Group Reflection:What's the best hospitality you've ever received?Why was that act of hospitality so meaningful? How di...
2022-04-2626 minEmbodied HolinessEpisode 05: Accepting Your Wounded Self - Self Compassion & BelovednessSend us a textFar too many of us suffer from a lack of self-compassion. We often speak to ourselves in ways we would never speak to someone else. On today's episode we discuss our own struggles with self-compassion and explore ways we can become more self-compassionate people.Questions for Personal or Group Reflection:How kind are you to yourself? Bring into your mind the last few statements you've made directly to yourself over the last few hours or the past few days. Now consider: What messages did you tell yo...
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