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Confessions of A ReformerKill Transphobes?Season 5: Episode 17This last week Mike shared a post of a woman leaving a transphobic political event being harassed and bullied. That post ignited a lot of passion and controversy. In this episode, Mike speaks with author and follower of Love, Tamice Spencer-Helms about the fallout and necessity for standing in empathy.Everything NumaTamice Spencer-Helms2025-05-1245 minConfessions of A ReformerKill Transphobes?Season 5: Episode 17This last week Mike shared a post of a political activist who campaigns against trans woman participating in women's sports being harassed and bullied. That post ignited a lot of passion and controversy. In this episode, Mike speaks with author and follower of Love, Tamice Spencer-Helms about the fallout and necessity for standing in empathy.Everything NumaTamice Spencer-Helms2025-05-1245 min
Compass Podcast: Finding the spirituality in the day-to-day[152] Spiritual mixtaping and bridging faith, culture and identity with Tamice Spencer-HelmsIn this episode, we unpack the importance of embracing human complexity and the practice of truth-telling in spirituality. From Lauryn Hill to Kendrick Lamar, see how a cultural mixtape can guide one’s spiritual journey. Don’t miss insights on how spiritual seekers can curate a personalized connection to the divine through grounded traditions and ethical practices.
Our guest is Tamice Spencer-Helms, a theologian, public speaker, curriculum developer, and consultant With over two decades of experience in young adult leadership, spiritual innovation, and social change. Tamice brings a deep well of wisdom to their work.
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Igniting ImaginationHospitality When It’s Uncomfortable with Rev. Alicia Forde and Tamice Spencer-HelmsWhat are we seeing right around the corner from where the church is today? Around the corner is closer than we think. The Spirit is up to something and the invitation is to get close to what is happening right now, to pay attention, to notice, and to wonder. This week hosts Lisa Greenwood and Kathi McShane speak with Rev. Alicia Forde, a pastor, poet, and organizer, and Tamice Spencer-Helms, a published author, speaker, and theologian. They explore the role of hospitality in what is emerging in the spiritual landscape today, not just as a friendly gesture b...2024-09-1154 min
With A Splash of JesusGod, the Bible and Mental HealthOn this week's episode of With A Splash of Jesus, Lauren Blasko gives us a lot of great biblical insight on Mental Health Lauren Blasko is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked as an outpatient therapist for over 10 years. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from University of Illinois at Chicago and her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Defiance College. Lauren has a passion for helping others learn how to live more fulfilled lives. She has a natural ability for building relationships and a practical, action-oriented approach to helping people. 2024-08-0535 min
Shake the DustMAGA vs. the Church on Immigration with Robert Chao Romero, Plus an Election News Catch-UpOn today’s episode, Jonathan and Sy have a catch-up conversation on the assassination attempt, the Vance VP pick, Biden stepping down, and Harris stepping up. Then they talk with UCLA professor Robert Chao Romero about:- What everyday life was like for immigrants during Trump’s administration- How MAGA Christians’ treatment of immigrants reveals a lack of spiritual discernment- What Professor Romero would say to immigrants who think voting won’t make a difference- And the complicated, diverse politics of Latine voters in AmericaMentioned in the Episode- Ou...2024-08-021h 02
Life After Leaven w/ Tamice Spencer-HelmsWhere Is The Lie Cast Reunion: Life After Evangelicalism w/ Robert & TamaraSend us a textHave you ever felt the weight of an entire belief system bearing down on you? Join us on "Life After 11" as we, Tamisa Spencer-Helms, Robert, and Tamara, reunite to share our deeply personal journey from the confines of evangelicalism to the liberating embrace of a more inclusive faith. We kick things off by catching up on our lives and careers, but quickly shift gears to reflect on the mental and emotional toll of our evangelical past. From the absurdities of purity culture to the ultimate liberation we experienced, Tamara's humorous yet poignant declaration...2024-07-0444 min
Life After Leaven w/ Tamice Spencer-HelmsThe Goldsboro Family: A History of PerseveranceSend us a textHave you ever wondered how your family's past shapes your present? In this heartfelt episode of Life After 11, we promise an intimate journey through time as we sit down with my great uncle, Coleman Goldsboro. Uncle Demi opens up about our family's roots, dating back to the early European settlements in Talbot County, Maryland, in the 1630s. He shares touching stories about his parents, George and Ida Goldsboro, their life in Pocomoke, Maryland, and the poignant memories of siblings who passed away too soon. This chapter is not just about history; it's a...2024-06-1932 min
Life After Leaven w/ Tamice Spencer-HelmsHealing and Hope Through Spiritual Growth w/ Tamice's MomSend us a textHow does a near-miss car accident transform your belief in God? Join Tamice Spencer-Helms and her mother, Lori Hasty, as they take you on an intimate journey through personal faith transformations and evolving family dynamics. Lori shares her profound shift from traditional Catholicism to a deeply personal relationship with God during a time of deep depression, where the Lord's Prayer became her beacon of hope and healing. This pivotal change significantly shaped Tamee's own spiritual path, revealing how faith can intertwine and strengthen familial bonds, even amidst challenges and resistance. In t...2024-06-0531 min
Life After Leaven w/ Tamice Spencer-HelmsFinal Season Teaser: Exploring Radical Ethical Spirituality with Family & FriendsSend us a textWhat happens when a doctoral dissertation transforms into a mixtape that redefines spiritual and cultural paradigms? Join us for the fourth and final season of Life After Leaven, where we unravel a radical ethical spirituality grounded in ethnographic tradition. This isn’t just any dissertation; it’s a multimedia project that challenges conventional wisdom and shapes a new epistemological framework for our post-digital, post-Christian, multi-faith, and non-faith world. Together with my co-host Mish and a roster of special guests, we'll explore the profound impact of this mixtape on the leadership of Black college stud...2024-06-0505 min
The Bible For Normal People[Faith] Episode 38: Tamice Spencer-Helms - Grounding Our Faith in Our ExperiencesTamice Spencer-Helms joins Jared in this episode of Faith for Normal People for a conversation about the integration of faith and identity. Tamice shares their journey of navigating life as a queer and Black Christian, emphasizing the power of authenticity and agency in leaving toxic theologies behind. Show Notes →**********This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/bnp and get on your way to being your best self.**********This episode is sponsored by Fast Growing Trees. This Spring they have the best deals onl...2024-05-1350 min
Deep ResonanceS05 Episode 1 - Exhausted MajorityHey ya'll, we're back and there are quite some changes to our podcasts.
First of all, the name has changed to Deep Resonance and we have a new permanent host: Tamice Spencer Helms
The podcast will remain the same but the style will be a little different. Every week Tamice and I will bring in a topic and just run our thoughts over it live. Which means that whatever we say today, may change in the future because some of you dear listeners educate us, but it also means...2024-04-1536 min
Life After Leaven w/ Tamice Spencer-HelmsIndigenous Justice and the Reimagining of Faith with Randy WoodleySend us a textJoin us in a profound celebration of wisdom as we sit down with Randy Woodley, a beacon of knowledge in sustainable living and indigenous justice. Alongside his partner Edith, Randy has woven a remarkable narrative of life, merging the threads of his indigenous heritage with his Christian faith. As we honor the tapestry of experiences that have shaped him, from overcoming a challenging childhood to his impactful role in spiritual education, Randy's journey is not only inspiring but a profound lesson in resilience and the power of transformation.Venture with us...2024-04-1139 min
Life After Leaven w/ Tamice Spencer-HelmsLife After Doom with Brian McLarenSend us a textAs I turned the page on my fourth decade, it was Brian McLaren's voice that echoed wisdom into my evolving understanding of faith. His fresh interpretation of Jesus's teachings, as discussed in "Life After Doom," brought a sense of clarity to the tumult of global crises we face today. Together, we peel back the layers of collective despair that often stifles action, finding instead a call to balanced activism and renewed hope. McLaren's insights challenge us to confront collapses of various kinds, encouraging a shift away from the paralyzing extremes of complacency or...2024-04-0447 min