Radical Sacred

Jenny Misslin and Phillip Dieke

Remember, you are on sacred ground. Stay rooted. For two years Jenny Misslin and Rev. Phil Dieke have been contemplating a podcast. An opportunity to discuss spirituality, nature, community, and the interconnectedness of it all. All things they love, are very anxious about, and eager to explore. Radical, defined as "the relating to the fundamental nature of something." This term can be divisive, but to Jenny and Phil it is an invitation to connect back to the divine goodness, the sacred, at the core of all creation. Radical Sacred is an invitation to join them in curiosity as they explore questions such as: What is an experience that led you to a kinder, more inclusive spirituality?Who was the first person you met that broadened your ideas about the Divine?Where do you experience the Holy?If liberation of self leads us on a pathway to liberation for all, what has that looked like in your own spirituality?How do you find joy and pleasure in these wild times?Has there been an anchor for you as your spirituality has shifted?How can the stories we tell ourselves harm or heal ourselves, and creation?Not experts, Jenny and Phil strive to live the questions while exploring the mystery of all that is unsolved in our hearts and souls. Will you join them?

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    Season 3 Finale - Meandering and Meaning Making

    Thank you for joining us for our season 3 finale episode! We’ve had a lovely and winding 3rd season. We’ve chatted with authors, poets, scientists, naturalists, sex therapists, spiritual directors, artists and more to explore the true meaning of reciprocity. We end the season with reflection, presence, and connection. We invite you to join us over on Substack as we take a break from recording for the summer and to find us at Wild Goose Festival from September 4th-6th in Harmony North Carolina. We appreciate you dear listeners and will be back this fall with a new season, new stories, and new ways of exploring our sacred roots. It’s just the two of us here at Radical Sacred and it helps us out a lot when you rate and review the pod and share it with like minded folks!  Show Notes:  Radical Sacred on SubstackRadical Sacred on YoutubeRadical Sacred on InstagramRadical Sacred at Wild GooseRadical Sacred WebsiteRadical Sacred Sounds of Summer PlaylistOur Lady of the Garden by Pádraig Ó TuamaKey Topics: Reciprocity in nature and societySystemic imbalance and economic exploitationThe role of creativity and community in social changeEnvironmental sustainability and water usageThe impact of wealth and inequality on societySpiritual practices and inner reflectionThe importance of vulnerability and honest communityImagining a world beyond capitalismThe significance of joy and whimsy amidst chaosThe season's journey of inward and outward reflectionChapters 00:50 The Poetic Reflection on Life's Journey 01:56 Celebrating Season Three and Themes of Reciprocity 04:09 Exploring the Concept of Reciprocity 06:25 Reciprocity in Economic Systems and Social Services 09:15 The Impact of Wealth Disparity and Extraction Economy 10:59 Environmental Concerns and the Balance of Nature 13:03 The Call for Action and Collective Responsibility 15:13 Creativity and Individual Uniqueness in Challenging Times 20:37 Finding Joy Amidst Imbalance and Struggles 25:31 The Cycle of Life: Death and Renewal 28:45 Imagining a Better Future Through Creativity 33:26 Exploring Spirituality and Nature 37:46 The Power of Community and Reciprocity 41:06 Creative Collaboration and Vulnerability 46:09 Reflections on Meaningful Conversations 53:43 The Journey of Connection and Growth

    58 min
  2. 24 juin

    Walking the Path of Creativity with (Creative) Kate Thomas

    We go on an imaginative journey with Kate Thomas, a UX strategist, visual designer, and artist who lets curiosity guide her work and her life's path. Kate’s way of being is rooted in her deep spirituality, love of nature, and enjoying the wonder of every day. What can we learn about ourselves and the holiness that calls to us when we take time to listen to the quiet still voice within and to follow the sound of our own genuine? We invite you into creativity, yearning, and honoring your sacred time and your sacred self in this lovely episode with the lovely Creative Kate.  Show Notes: FigmaSabrina Ward HarrisonArt Farm in AnnapolisCreative Kate Website@thiscreativekate : check out her pinned post about creating pockets of hopeMorning Poem by Mary Oliver Wild Goose Festival Key Topics Kate's journey from graphic design to UX and art coachingThe role of curiosity and play in creativityUsing art as a spiritual and self-discovery practiceThe metaphor of compost and chaos in growth and renewalThe importance of boredom and silence in creativityConnecting with nature and spiritual practicesChapters 00:30 Morning Reflections: The Power of Poetry 02:00 Introducing Kate Thomas: A Journey of Creativity 08:45 The Role of Art in Childhood and Self-Discovery 13:23 Curiosity as a Guiding Force 20:22 Listening to the Sound of the Genuine 22:30 Navigating Work-Life Balance and Creative Expression 30:16 Faith and Upbringing: The Roots of Creativity 34:56 The Importance of Boredom and Imagination 43:39 Finding Beauty in Chaos: The Compost Metaphor 49:13 Future Endeavors: Eco-Grief and Community Engagement

    52 min
  3. 21 juin ·  Bonus

    Rev. William H. Lamar on Ancestors, Stories, and Living Resurrection

    On this special Father’s Day episode of Radical Sacred we have the immense privilege of talking to Rev. William Lamar about his beautiful new book Ancestors: Those who Bless us, Curse us, and Hold us. Rev. Lamar talks to us about the importance of intimately knowing and calling upon our ancestors, the perfect memory that water holds, how to listen to the still small voice within us, and the importance of silence, nature, and music. Sitting with Bill for this episode was a profound blessing and we always leave our time with him awake, aware, and more alive. We invite you to check out this fabulous episode and dive deep into the ancestors inviting you back to your truest selves.  Show Notes: Ancestors: Those who Bless us, Curse us, and Hold us by William Lamar Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church in Washington, DC I am my Ancestors’ by TaRessa Stovall The DC Church that beat the Proud Boys in Court now Owns Their Name Key Topics The biblical transfiguration story as a metaphor for ancestral engagementWater as a symbol of perfect memory and spiritual renewalThe internal journey of self-discovery and internal cartographyThe role of music and storytelling in connecting with ancestorsResurrection as a cosmic and ecological process of renewal Chapters 00:30 The Legacy of Ancestors 02:56 Introduction to Reverend William H. Lamar IV 05:41 The Importance of Ancestors in Faith 07:29 Writing the Book: A Personal Journey 11:19 The Transfiguration and Ancestral Connections 16:00 Water as a Symbol of Memory 22:18 The Role of Music in Spiritual Life 28:05 Distraction and the Inner Music 33:16 Finding Connection in Nature 42:22 Bumping Into Oneself: The Inward Journey 47:06 The Role of Ancestors in Our Lives 54:56 Living Resurrection: A Poetic Invitation 01:05:44 Father's Day Reflections and Ancestral Connections

    1 h 12 min
  4. 17 juin

    Mary Fontana on Strangers in the Province of Joy

    In this timely episode we visit with the author of Strangers in the Province of Joy: Practicing Radical Hospitality at the US-Mexico Border, Mary Fontana. While in college Mary began a 20+ year relationship with Annunciation House in El Paso which houses and provides care for migrants. This book is all about the important work of Annunciation House, its surprising and tender beginnings, and about the root causes that lead to people leaving their home countries. We talk about liberation theology, the United States complicity in the instability in Central America, and what we can all do to better love our neighbor as ourselves.   Show Notes: Strangers in the Province of Joy: Practicing Radical Hospitality at the US-Mexico Border Mary Fontana’s Website Annunciation House A Prayer of Shelter and Shadow by Pádraig ó TuamaKey Topics: The origins and history of Annunciation HouseThe concept of radical hospitality and its importanceRoot causes of migration including US foreign policy and climate changeThe role of personal relationships and presence in service workThe intersection of faith, justice, and activism in immigrationThe ongoing legal challenges faced by organizations like Annunciation HouseThe importance of education and awareness in changing perceptionsThe spiritual and contemplative practices that sustain service workChapters 00:30 A Prayer for Shelter and Community 02:35 Introducing Mary Fontana and Her Work 05:15 The Role of Annunciation House 10:02 Understanding Borders: Geographic and Internal 13:08 Migration as an Earth Right 17:52 Root Causes of Migration 22:07 Climate Change and Migration 26:51 The Politics of Immigration and Othering 31:39 Emergency Response and Human Connection 34:17 The Founders' Wisdom and Open-Heartedness 38:55 The Role of Contemplation in Service 43:56 Balancing Presence and Productivity 48:49 Justice and Mercy in Hospitality 52:10 Spreading Awareness Through Storytelling 54:15 Radical Hospitality Defined 58:57 Facing Political Challenges with Resilience

    1 h 2 min
  5. 10 juin

    Encountering Henri Nouwen with Stephen Lazarus

    We enjoyed this fabulous conversation with Stephen Lazarus! Stephen is the Literary Manager for the Henri Nouwen Legacy Trust and the editor of Encountering Henri: The Living Legacy of Henri Nouwen. We visit about how earnestly and honestly Henri Nouwen lived his life and how impactful and invitational his way of being was. We invite you to live fully and in the spirit of Henri today and everyday! “It is by being awake to God in us that we can increasingly see God in the world around us.”  Show Notes Encountering Henri: The Living Legacy of Henri Nouwen Cardus NexGen programHenry Nouwen Legacy TrustComment MagazineRobert and Margaret Jonas - Reviving CreationSubstack Check out Jenny's weekly reflection on the episode on our Substack. Key Topics Henry Nowen's impact on spiritual lifeThe concept of woundedness and healingDivine invitations and unexpected encountersHenry Nowen's influence on peacemaking and justiceThe importance of authentic identity in faithChapters 00:30 The Poetic Introduction to Love 02:38 Introducing Stephen Lazarus and His Journey 04:37 Encountering Henry Nowen: A Personal Connection 08:06 Who Was Henry Nowen? 10:04 The Humanity of Henry Nowen 16:00 Divine Invitations Through Henry's Work 20:47 The Communion of Saints and Connection to Ancestors 24:13 Contemplating Memories of Henry 28:47 Surprising Stories from the Book 30:37 Embracing Our Imperfections 34:25 Awakening to the Divine 34:59 The Meandering Path to Home 39:21 Engaging with the Common Good 43:55 Wounded vs. Broken: A Theological Perspective 49:03 Finding Identity in a Polarized World

    56 min
  6. 3 juin

    Paldrom Collins on Girl in a Box

    We had a lovely conversation with the author of Girl in a Box, Paldrom Collins! Paldrom’s memoir walks us through her early days as a young woman who is seeking her own path in Oklahoma to her time in a Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in New York. Paldrom’s path is winding, full of wisdom, compassion, and the most surprising twists and turns. We enjoyed this insightful and honest chat about following yearning and trusting self.  Show Notes: Only Breath by Rumipaldrom.com Girl in a Box by: Paldrom Collins How the Worst Day of My Life Became the Best by: Andrea Gibson Takeaways Following your inner knowing can lead to unexpected paths and growthRitual and repetition serve as somatic practices that deepen spiritual awarenessNon-dualism emphasizes interconnectedness beyond dualistic thinkingReciprocity is rooted in the natural interconnectedness of all lifeEmbracing resistance and difficulty can hone spiritual resilienceChapters 00:30 Transforming Pain into Art 02:36 The Journey of Becoming Findable 03:34 The Call to Write: A Spiritual Journey 06:59 Exploring Spiritual Backgrounds 09:23 The Meandering Path of Spirituality 12:46 Rituals and Repetition in Spiritual Practice 18:04 Interfaith Dialogues: Buddhism and Christianity 22:02 The Quest for Acceptance and Worthiness 26:11 Understanding Tibetan Buddhism's Teachings 30:34 Navigating Dualism and Non-Dualism 32:40 Reciprocity in Spiritual Journeys 34:39 The Knowing Beyond Knowing 37:23 Embracing the Unknown 42:22 Yearning and Creativity 45:12 Responding to Suffering in the World 47:31 The Ongoing Story of Life 51:04 Finding Shelter in Each Other's Stories

    54 min
  7. 20 mai

    Erica Smith on the Purity Culture Recovery Guide

    Erica Smith, Sex Educator and author of the Purity Culture Recovery Guide joins us today on the pod! Erica’s invitational and open hearted writing explores the harms of Purity Culture and gives pathways to healing for those of us raised in it. Erica is a wealth of shame free sex information and this book is a must read for all people seeking a healthy, open hearted relationship to their bodies and their sexuality.  Show Notes: The Purity Culture Recovery Guide by Erica Smith Linda Kay Klein Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke FreeNetflix Documentary - Trust Me: The False ProphetPurityculturedropout.comErica’s InstagramKey Topics Impact of Purity Culture on SexualityHealing from Religious ShameSexual Rights and AutonomyCreating Safe Spaces for HealingMen's Group and VulnerabilityChapters 00:10 The Power of Love Poetry 02:45 Introducing Erica Smith: A Journey into Sex Education 04:30 From Casual Christianity to Sex Education 10:38 Understanding Purity Culture: A Deep Dive 13:00 The Impact of Purity Culture on Relationships 17:02 The Broader Effects of Purity Culture 20:52 Healing from Shame: The Purity Culture Dropout Program 27:24 Creating a Safe Space for Conversations 27:52 The Birth of the Purity Culture Recovery Guide 30:18 Responses to the Book: A Positive Reception 33:01 The Sexual Bill of Rights: Empowering Individuals 33:05 Understanding Sexual Rights and Respect 35:41 The Importance of Men's Groups 39:33 Exploring Vulnerability in Masculinity 43:41 Forgiveness and Healing in Masculinity 47:24 Inviting Others Out of Purity Culture 51:00 The Benefits of Healthy Sexuality

    58 min

À propos

Remember, you are on sacred ground. Stay rooted. For two years Jenny Misslin and Rev. Phil Dieke have been contemplating a podcast. An opportunity to discuss spirituality, nature, community, and the interconnectedness of it all. All things they love, are very anxious about, and eager to explore. Radical, defined as "the relating to the fundamental nature of something." This term can be divisive, but to Jenny and Phil it is an invitation to connect back to the divine goodness, the sacred, at the core of all creation. Radical Sacred is an invitation to join them in curiosity as they explore questions such as: What is an experience that led you to a kinder, more inclusive spirituality?Who was the first person you met that broadened your ideas about the Divine?Where do you experience the Holy?If liberation of self leads us on a pathway to liberation for all, what has that looked like in your own spirituality?How do you find joy and pleasure in these wild times?Has there been an anchor for you as your spirituality has shifted?How can the stories we tell ourselves harm or heal ourselves, and creation?Not experts, Jenny and Phil strive to live the questions while exploring the mystery of all that is unsolved in our hearts and souls. Will you join them?

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