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The Gaily ShowHow to be a good man in a toxic worldAn ordained priest, playwright, and theologian, Shannon TL Kearns joins us to discuss his newest book: No One Taught Me How To Be A Man. In it, he recounts how after he transitioned he made a radical discovery. His experiences of masculinity are similar to cisgender men: they both have universal worries about not being a “real man.” Kearns describes a form of manhood “built for the well-being of the world, and for people of all genders.” Buy your copy of No One Taught Me How To Be A Man: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9798889830924 Connect with Shannon: https://www.shannont...2025-06-1944 min
Found Family with MaryB. SafritHow Stories Shape Our Gender and Identity (feat. Shannon TL Kearns)Today, Shannon TL Kearns (he/him) and I talk about the complex journey to understand masculinityA former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic priesthood, Shannon TL Kearns believes in the transformative power of story. As an ordained priest, a playwright, a theologian, and a writer, all of his work revolves around making meaning through story. He is the co-founder of QueerTheology.com. His first book is In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey With Scripture. He has three books forthcoming: No One Taught Me How To Be A Ma...2025-03-1856 min
Meet Me at the SpotGotta Have Faith w/ ShannonSend me a question or topic to talk about!A former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic priesthood, Shannon TL Kearns believes in the transformative power of story. He is the co-founder of queertheology.com. His first book In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey With Scripture is available now. He has three books forthcoming: No One Taught Me How To Be A Man: What a trans man’s experience reveals about masculinity (Broadleaf), Come and See: An Invitation to a Radical Encounter with Jesus (Hodder Faith), and Reading the...2025-02-0527 min
The BETWEEN PodcastShannon TL Kearns: "No One Taught Me How To Be A Man"In this episode of The BETWEEN Podcast, we explore the challenges of sacred connection... especially for men.
Shannon TL Kearns is a transgender man who believes in the transformative power of story. As an ordained priest, a playwright, a theologian, and a writer all of his work revolves around making meaning through story.
Shannon’s first book In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey With Scripture is available now from Eerdman’s Books. He has three books forthcoming: No One Taught Me How To Be A Man: What A Trans Man’s Experience Reveals About Mascu...2025-01-271h 01
Glad You AskedWhat is queer theology?To many practicing Catholics, terms like queer theology might seem overly academic or unhelpful. Does queer theology refer to theology done by and for people who are LGBTQ+? Is it focused primarily on arguing for inclusion of queer people and perspectives in the church? Or is it something arcane and academic, along the lines of queer theory? And why should people who don’t identify as queer care what it means at all? Some might also be uncomfortable with the idea of breaking theology up into specific groups. If we’re all human relating to God, shouldn’t plai...2024-10-0423 min
Tilly's Trans TuesdaysBoymode and GirlmodeDo you know what boymoding and girlmoding are? Do you know why trans and nonbinary people would do it, especially when the chances are high that we REALLY don't want to? Guess what you're gonna learn all about this week? Let's talk about what it is, why we do it, and why it absolutely SUCKS for many of us. Priest, playwright, and theologian Shannon TL Kearns returns to discuss connecting with our bodies and trusting yourself. Feel your feelings!
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In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Jo...2024-07-0200 minTilly's Trans TuesdaysSexuality is Not GenderToo many folks confuse or conflate sexuality and gender, when they're entirely different things. But the relationship between them can definitely make figuring out that you're trans more difficult. Let's talk about why that is! Priest, playwright, and theologian Shannon TL Kearns joins us to discuss vitriol from faith-based people and how churches don't do their homework! Wait... you mean every guy who sees a pretty lady doesn't want to BE her? Are you sure??
SHANNON TL KEARNS
Twitter: @shannontlkearns
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Website: shannontlkearns.com
In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey with Scripture - ht...2024-06-2500 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsCreating Organizations that Change People's Lives with Adam RaoTakeawaysCreating organizations that make a positive impact on people's lives requires insight, inspiration, and innovation.Understanding what people want and need is crucial in creating meaningful solutions.There is a need for creativity and innovation in both the artist and entrepreneur worlds.Businesses should focus on meeting deep human needs and creating positive experiences for customers.Nonprofit and for-profit organizations both have their challenges and opportunities, and it's important to find a business model that aligns with your goals.Talking to people and understanding their problems...2024-05-0156 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsThe Responsibility of Creativity with Waubgeshig RiceTakeawaysWaubgeshig Rice creates books and aims to create good vibes and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.His creative life growing up was influenced by his parents and community, who exposed him to various forms of storytelling.Waubgeshig's creative process involves extensive planning and research before diving into writing.He balances his responsibility to his community and the wider audience by focusing on the humanity of Indigenous people and being mindful of cultural traditions.For Waubgeshig Rice's books go to: https://bookshop.org/shop/shannontlkearnsTo get...2024-04-1745 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsAbide In Your Creativity with Kira RockwellTakeaways Kira's plays are like altar calls, providing a space for emotional release and exploration.Kira's creative journey began as an expressive and dramatic child, and she found her place as a playwright in college.She is drawn to themes of deconstructing faith and exploring spirituality in a nuanced way.Kira's writing process is character-driven, and she involves actors early in the process for feedback and insights.She believes in being a good human in every room and rejects the myth of the suffering artist. ...2024-04-1049 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsPlanning for Creative Success with Kristen KesslerTakeawaysConsistency in journaling can provide a valuable outlet for self-expression and reflection.Learning about the publishing industry is essential for writers seeking representation and publication.Balancing creativity and market constraints can be challenging, but it's important to stay true to your vision.Finding the right collaborators, such as agents and editors, who understand and appreciate your work is crucial for success. Finding inspiration can involve building playlists, using tools like Pinterest, and exploring different aesthetics.Freely writing and overwriting can help in the creative process, allowing ideas to...2024-04-0253 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsThe Chaos of the Process with R. Eric ThomasTakeaways:In this episode, host Shannon TL Kearns interviews R. Eric Thomas, a national bestselling author, playwright, and screenwriter. They discuss Eric's creative process and how he explores different forms of writing, including books, plays, and TV. Eric shares his early creative influences and how he discovered his love for theater. They also delve into the themes that Eric explores in his work, such as community and longing. Eric talks about his journey as a writer and the importance of feedback and guidance. They conclude by discussing how Eric approaches new projects and the importance of getting...2024-03-2051 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsThe Power of Theatricality with Shalee Mae Cole MauleónTakeawaysCollaboration with playwrights can produce powerful new work that challenges the status quo.Theatricality in theater involves blending mixed media and using metaphor to evoke emotion.Dungeons & Dragons has gained popularity due to its accessibility and variability.Stage directions are important in creating a theatrical experience and can provide context and tone for a scene.Directing impossible stage directions requires creativity and a focus on the emotions and impact of the moment.Imagination and creative play can be a retreat and coping mechanism in difficult circumstances.2024-03-131h 05
Queer TheologyA Trans Perspective on MasculinityWe got more big news: Fr. Shay is writing another book! In this episode, he talks about his inspiration to write, ‘No One Taught Me How to Be a Man: What a Trans Man’s Experience Reveals About Masculinity.’ We discuss the shifts in masculinity and how it is viewed among different groups, navigating masculinity as a trans man, and the crisis of masculinity. Shay shares how the gift of transness and the importance of intentionality has shaped his own masculinity. Cis folks can learn alot from a trans perspective on masculinity, you’re gonna want to check out his book...2024-03-1033 min
Living The Process with host Shannon TL KearnsBeauty In Unexpected Places with Margot DouaihyTakeawaysCreativity can be a spiritual expression that connects us to a deeper part of ourselves and others.Queerness in storytelling allows for the exploration of radical potentiality and the reimagining of traditional genres.Writing every day, seeking feedback, and working on one project at a time are important aspects of the creative process.Virtual reality (VR) can be a unique and immersive medium for creating art and storytelling.Teaching and interacting with students can inspire and inform an artist's own work.Thinking creatively in everyday life...2024-03-0646 min
What If ProjectEpisode 268: Shannon Kearns Talks To Us About Theological Insights From Transgender ChristiansThis week we're talking to Shannon Kearns about his book, "In the Margins" and what unique insights our transgender friends bring to the Scriptures. This book (and convo!) will stretch you, inspire you, and give you some fresh perspective on some very familiar passages/stories of the Bible. You read? Let's do it!
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IN THE MARGINS: https://www.amazon.com/Margins-Transgender-Mans-Journey-Scripture/dp/0802879489/ref=sr_1_1?crid=731VHCLLJGVE&keywords=shannon+kearns&qid=1700515363&sprefix=sh%2Caps%2C301&sr=8-1
MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships...2023-12-1153 min
Called to be Bad"Trans Body Theology" with Shannon TL Kearns--Called to be Bad Podcast Season Three Premier!Send us a text“Transitioning gave me back my body, which is what I expected, right, I expected to have this new relationship with my body and that will be great. What I didn’t also expect, was that transitioning gave me back my faith.” In this episode of CTBB I talk with ordained priest, playwright/screenwriter, and theologian Shannon TL Kearns about body theology through a trans lens. Shannon is a transgender man who believes in the transformative power of stories. We begin by hearing Shannon’s story of how he discovered his queerness and trans...2023-11-131h 00
First Congregational UCC of Manhattan, KSGuest Preacher Fr. Shannon Kearns. Sermon on Matthew 20 for Sep. 24 2023.We were so delighted to welcome Fr. Shannon TL Kearns as a guest in our pulpit this morning. If you missed worshiping with us this week, you can catch the sermon here:
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Saving Faith with Eric Sentell of the Backyard Church BlogShannon Kearns' Transgender Journey through Life and ScriptureShannon Kearns is the author of In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey through Scripture. He shares some of his faith and trans journeys and explains how a trans (or queer) lens can illuminate scripture for everyone.
Check out Shannon's book at www.shannontlkearns.com as well as Shannon's podcast and other work at QueerTheology.com.
Metamorphosis is the podcast of Trinity United Methodist Church in Piedmont, Missouri, where we share the unchanging love of Jesus to change people’s lives.
Learn more about Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at www.umctrinity.org...2023-09-201h 04Saving Faith with Eric Sentell of the Backyard Church BlogShannon Kearns' Transgender Journey through Life and ScriptureShannon Kearns is the author of In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey through Scripture. He shares some of his faith and trans journeys and explains how a trans (or queer) lens can illuminate scripture for everyone.
Check out Shannon's book at www.shannontlkearns.com as well as Shannon's podcast and other work at QueerTheology.com.
Metamorphosis is the podcast of Trinity United Methodist Church in Piedmont, Missouri, where we share the unchanging love of Jesus to change people’s lives.
Learn more about Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at www.umctrinity.org...2023-09-201h 04
You Have PermissionTheology and the Trans Experience (#208)From a postmodern perspective, there is no entirely objective “view from nowhere.” The Evangelical tradition, however, presents itself as ahistorical and objective. Trans ordained priest Shannon Kearns reminds us that actively working to understand the history that has shaped current theological perspectives can help us see in what ways it has influenced how we live, vote, and interact with those unlike us. He does so in part by telling his own story and arguing that contextual theologies (trans, liberation, black, feminist, etc.) offer a way to nuance and develop our faith today. Engaging with new theologies may surprise us (we m...2023-09-051h 30You Have PermissionTheology and the Trans Experience (#208)From a postmodern perspective, there is no entirely objective “view from nowhere.” The Evangelical tradition, however, presents itself as ahistorical and objective. Trans ordained priest Shannon Kearns reminds us that actively working to understand the history that has shaped current theological perspectives can help us see in what ways it has influenced how we live, vote, and interact with those unlike us. He does so in part by telling his own story and arguing that contextual theologies (trans, liberation, black, feminist, etc.) offer a way to nuance and develop our faith today. Engaging with new theologies may surprise us (we m...2023-09-051h 30
Cheers To Leaving!Ep 66 From Fundamentalism to Priesthood: The Transformative Power of Story with Shannon TL Kearns (Part 2)Send us a textWe are jumping right back into this episode and continuing our conversation with Shannon TL Kearns, a former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic priesthood. If you have not listened to Ep 65 with Shannon you may want to do that before listening to this weeks episode. We discuss trans issues, trans theology and Christianity. We also discuss how people can be in better solidarity with trans folks today and what listening to trans folks might open up for people who aren't trans.Shannon believes in...2023-08-171h 02
Cheers To Leaving!Ep 65 From Fundamentalism to Priesthood: The Transformative Power of Story with Shannon TL Kearns (Part 1)Send us a textIn this compelling episode, we sit down with Shannon TL Kearns, a former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic priesthood. We discuss trans issues, trans theology and Christianity. We also discuss how people can be in better solidarity with trans folks today and what listening to trans folks might open up for people who aren't trans.Shannon believes in the transformative power of story. As an ordained priest, a playwright, a theologian, and a writer all of his work revolves around making meaning through story...2023-08-031h 03
A Tiny Revolution#185: The Bible + Trans Identity, w/ Father Shannon TL KearnsHe was raised southern evangelical and grew up to be the first Trans man ordained in the Old Catholic Order of priests. Dig in.Follow @shannonTLkearns across social media, and pick up the book In The Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture, from your local indie book shop.If you like the show, leave us a 5 Star Review ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ if you didn’t, just go away. ;) 💸if this was helpful for you and you wanna leave a lil tip, send it to Cash App $thekevingarcia, venmo @thekevingarcia, or PayPal.me/thekevingarcia ...2023-04-1053 min
Delgado PodcastIdentity Formation, Faith Reconstruction, Hermeneutics & Queer Theology - Father Shannon T.L. KearnsFather Kearns was a former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained in the Old Catholic priesthood. He believes in the transformative power of story and has made it his life's work to explore the intersection of theology, church life, and creativity.
Father Kearns grew up in a rural area in the 80s and 90s when access to information and language around gender identity was limited. He struggled with his own gender dysphoria but didn't have the words to express it or anyone to know how to talk about it. As a result, he felt...2023-03-2944 min
The MagnificastQueer Theology w/ Shannon Kearns & Brian MurphyWe've talked about Queer Theology a handful of times on the pod, but in this episode, we go a bit deeper with Shannon Kearns and Brian Murphy, two folks who are building and encouraging others to build queer theology through storytelling and community. Listen in to hear about sacred storytelling, the all-out assault on trans people in this country, and Matt & Dean have their Cishet horizons widened! You can learn more about Shannon and Brian's work at QueerTheology.com. And you can follow them basically everywhere at @shannontlkearns, @ThisIsBGM, @QTheology.2023-03-041h 02
The Recovering Evangelical PodcastShannon Kearns / Queer TheologyFather Shannon TL Kearns is a transgender priest who believes in the power of storytelling. Listen in to hear him detail the story of finding his true self and how beautiful his faith became after doing so. Links: Shannon's website: https://www.shannontlkearns.com/ Shannon's book: https://tinyurl.com/yc5uhzea Become a TRE Patron: https://www.patreon.com/Therecoveringevangelical 2023-02-0948 min
Queersplainingcan christianity really be queer affirming? the queer community has a long and complicated relationship with the mainstream organized religions of our society. let's wrestle with that for a minute. Links: Shannon TL Kearns: https://www.shannontlkearns.com/ Shannons book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/in-the-margins-a-transgender-man-s-journey-with-scripture-shannon-t-l-kearns/18263081?ean=9780802879486 Queer Theology: http://www.queertheology.com 2023-01-2846 min
This Queer Book Saved My LifeOranges Are Not The Only Fruit with Shannon TL KearnsGod cares about the most marginalized bodies.Welcome to our LGBT podcast! In this episode we’re talking with the Reverend Shannon TL Kearns (he/him) about Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson. Rev. Kearns was raised fundamentalist Evangelical, however he went on to become the first openly Transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic Priesthood. Our wide-ranging conversation includes how Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit helped him reconcile his gender identity, sexuality, and faith tradition. We also talk queerest stories in the Bible and I ask Shannon if Christianity needs Queerness to su...2023-01-2444 min
Thereafter071 - Shannon TL Kearns | On Queer Theology and an Expansive History of QueernessToday’s episode is one we’ve been excited to release for awhile. Cortland and Meghan chat with Shannon TL Kearns. A former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic priesthood, Shannon TL Kearns believes in the transformative power of story. As an ordained priest, a playwright, a theologian, and a writer all of his work revolves around making meaning through story. He is the co-founder of QueerTheology.com. His first book In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey With Scripture just released from Eerdmaan’s books. He started and led Uprising Theatre...2023-01-171h 25
The DTALKS PodcastEpisode 232 - In the Margins (ft. Shannon T.L. Kearns)What might the Biblical story of Jacob's relationship with Esau look like if we examined it through the lens of generational trauma dating all the way back to Isaac on the altar? Or how might the story of Joseph resonate if we thought about it in context to Jacob's relationship with his mom? These are but a few of the stories Shannon T.L. Kearns examines in his book: "In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture." In this book Shannon takes the reader through his life story to this point and compares key m...2022-12-151h 00The DTALKS PodcastEpisode 232 - In the Margins (ft. Shannon T.L. Kearns)What might the Biblical story of Jacob's relationship with Esau look like if we examined it through the lens of generational trauma dating all the way back to Isaac on the altar? Or how might the story of Joseph resonate if we thought about it in context to Jacob's relationship with his mom? These are but a few of the stories Shannon T.L. Kearns examines in his book: "In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture." In this book Shannon takes the reader through his life story to this point and compares key m...2022-12-151h 00
Queer TheologyFounder Stories: How We Got HereFor this episode, we are going to turn the interview mic on each other to share a little bit more about ourselves! We also discuss our shared desire to bring community to LGBTQ+ folks and help them integrate their queerness and Christianity. Tune in as Shay talks about his ordination and following his calling and as Brian shares about the impact film had on him growing up and exploring his sexuality.
More of Fr. Shay Kearns:
In the Margins – https://www.queertheology.com/in-the-margins/
Socials: @shannontlkearns
Website: https://www.sha...2022-10-231h 01
Amateur Activist with Isabela HerreraQueer Theology with Fr. Shannon TL Kearns and Brian G. MurphyHappy Pride Month! We're continuing our celebration of Pride into August with our third and final episode of our Pride Month series. In this episode, you get to meet Father Shannon TL Kearns and Brian G. Murphy, the two halves of QueerTheology.com. Fr Shay is a transgender man who is a playwright, an Artistic Director, a speaker, a priest, and a theologian. Brian is an activist and certified relationship coach. They have worked within the activism space for the last decade, specifically the area of social justice and faith-based activism. Isabela, Shay and Brian look at their work...2022-08-251h 03
Pulpit Fiction PodcastTNS 9-10: Shannon T.L. KearnsA conversation with Shannon T.L. Kearns, ordained Priest, author, playwright, co-creator of QueerTheology.com, about his latest book "In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture." With special guest co-host Will Ed Green. Website: QueerTheology.com Website: ShannonTLKearns.com Twitter: @ShannonTlKearns 2022-08-0552 min
The Fagnostic PodcastEP 36 - Father Shannon TL KearnsWhat’s up y’all of little faith and welcome to episode number 11 of season 2 of TFP. I’m your hostess, not your Moses, Mat Hayes, and if I’m still giving you episodes it means that I’m still looking for answers! Today’s guest is Father Shannon TL Kearns, a transgender man who believes in the transformative power of story. He’s an ordained priest in the Old Catholic Priesthood tradition, a playwright, and a theologian. He the co-founder of QueerTheology.com which has reached more than a million people all over the world through vi...2022-07-1453 min
Veterans of Culture Wars053: In the Margins: Shannon TL KearnsAuthor Shannon TL Kearns returns to the VCW hall to discuss his new memoir, "In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture" which is coming out August 9th, 2022. We discuss Shannon's story and how his relationship with Scripture changed over time. We chat about some of the Biblical accounts that have meant a lot to him as he transitioned and beyond.
Pre-Order Shannon Kearns' memoir right here: https://www.eerdmans.com/Products/7948/in-the-margins.aspx
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Beckett’s Babies135. INTERVIEW: Shannon TL KearnsHello listeners! This week’s guest on the show is SHANNON TL KEARNS! A former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained to the Old Catholic priesthood, Shannon TL Kearns believes in the transformative power of story. As an ordained priest, a playwright, a theologian, and a writer all of his work revolves around making meaning through story.
Shannon TL Kearns was a recipient of the Playwrights’ Center Jerome Fellowship in 20/21, a playwright in residence at the Inge House in 2021, a Lambda Literary Fellow for 2019, and a Finnovation Fellow for 2019/2020. Shannon’s plays include Body+Blood, i...2022-04-0447 min
Veterans of Culture Wars006: Queer Theology: Interview with Shannon KearnsWriter and playwright Shannon Kearns talks to Zach and Dave about his story as a transgender Christian coming out of a more conservative upbringing. Transgender theology is discussed as well as queer theology which Shannon helped co-found with Brian G. Murphy. Shannon is currently writing a book for Eerdman's Publishing. Be on the lookout for that in the next year or so.
Follow Shannon Kearns on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shannontlkearns/
Visit Queer Theology by going to: https://www.queertheology.com/listen/
Check out Uprising Theater Company at: ...2020-11-171h 10
What's Good, Man?Masculinity: Fix It, or Forget It?Masculinity: Fix It, or Forget It? (Or: REAL MEN don’t create artificial limits to dictate what a REAL MAN is so is there even such a thing as a REAL MAN or is the problem MASCULINITY or is the problem REALITY itself? Or: I’M COMING OUT OF MY SHELL AND I’M NOT DOING JUST FINE.) Relinquishing The Patriarchy by adrienne maree brown: http://adriennemareebrown.net/2019/05/28/relinquishing-the-patriarchy/ Last Word by Shannon T.L. Kearns www.shannontlkearns.com www.queertheology.com...2020-01-131h 08
SoulFeed with Shannon AlgeoFr. Shay Kearns: Transgender Priest Teaches Us to Reclaim Religion and Embody SpiritualityHow can you reconnect if you disconnected from spirituality or shut out by a religion? Father Shannon Kearns shares his transition from disembodiment to fully embodying spirituality and reclaiming his religion. As the first transgender priest ordained in the Apostolic Catholic Church in America, Fr. Shay creates an inclusive community that welcomes all people to study the bible and practice Christianity. Connect with Fr. Shay on Twitter: https://twitter.com/anarchistrev And on his website: http://www.shannontlkearns.com/ To get more inspiration from Shannon Algeo, go to http...2015-12-0729 min