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Jessica Jacobs joins us this week to talk about her new book of poetry, “Unalone.” It’s a beautiful collection of poems that are inspired by and in conversation with Genesis. As you read through them, you move through Genesis. It’s such an incredible concept and moving poetry! Jessica also talks about her life and experiences as a queer woman who came to religion later in life as well as the power of words.
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“Unalone” by Jessica Jacobs


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We are so excited to welcome Cassidy Hall to the podcast for a conversation about her book, ‘Queer and Contemplation.’ We talk with Cassidy about the importance of queering traditional religious concepts and practices. She shares her personal experiences with faith and queerness, and how they intersected in her upbringing. Hall defines contemplation as a sacred pause and emphasizes the need for both inner reflection and active engagement. She explores the idea of queering as a way to subvert dominant structures and embrace uniqueness and oddity. Hall also discusses the process of breaking up with traditional theologians and expanding the scope of voices in spiritual discourse. She encourages everyone to recognize the contemplative moments in their lives and to respond with love, justice, and liberation.
 
Takeaways

Contemplation is a sacred pause that allows for inner reflection and listening to one’s inner voice.
Queering is a way to subvert dominant structures and embrace uniqueness and oddity.
It is important to break up with traditional theologians and expand the scope of voices in spiritual discourse.
Everyone already engages in contemplation in their own way, and it is about recognizing and embracing those moments.
Contemplation requires both inner reflection and active engagement, responding with love, justice, and liberation.

 
Chapters
(05:57) The Harmful Messages of Evangelical Christianity
(08:08) Defining Contemplation
(13:09) Queering Traditional Concepts and Practices
(21:03) Breaking Up with Traditional Theologians
(32:29) Accessibility and Recognition of Contemplation
(39:24) The Importance of Action and Response
 
Resources:

“Queering Contemplation” by Cassidy Hall
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It’s officially Pride Month and we’re so excited to share how we’re going to celebrate it this year! We share personal stories of pride, acceptance and reflect on the power of queer elders and the generations that have come before us to make Pride what it is today. Not to mention, how they have made the world a better place. We also discuss the importance of finding role models and community support in cultivating pride in one’s queerness. We gotta separate the negative connotations of ‘pride’ as arrogance from the positive sense of self-assuredness and celebration of one’s identity. We encourage you to embrace the scandalous and resistant roots of Pride and to participate in the sacred rituals of queer gatherings.
 
Takeaways

Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate and honor the generations of queer people who have fought for LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.
Queer elders play a crucial role in the LGBTQ+ community, and their stories and experiences should be valued and celebrated.
Finding role models and community support can help cultivate pride in one’s queerness and create a sense of possibility and acceptance.
It is important to separate the negative connotations of pride as arrogance from the positive sense of self-assuredness and celebration of one’s identity.
Pride has its roots in resistance against discrimination and oppression, and it is important to remember and honor this history.
Participating in Pride events and queer gatherings can be a powerful and sacred experience that connects individuals to a larger community and history.

 
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and Pride Month Plans
(02:42) Celebrating Pride Month and Honoring Queer Elders
(09:35) Cultivating Pride: Role Models and Community Support
(15:06) From Arrogance to Self-Assuredness: Redefining Pride
(33:00) The Sacred Rituals of Queer Gatherings
 
Resources:

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It’s no secret that we’re really big fans of spiritual practice. Especially one that really makes you feel connected to your queer spirituality! In this episode, we discuss the difference between spiritual practices and habits. We explore how spiritual practices can connect us to ourselves, something bigger than us, and other people. We share personal stories and examples of how spiritual practices have enriched our own lives. It is so important to have intentionality and repetition in spiritual practices, so we offer suggestions for infusing queerness into existing practices. And if you are ready to go even deeper, join our Queerness Everyday Challenge!
 
Takeaways

Spiritual practices connect us to ourselves, something bigger than us, and other people.
Habits and routines are different from spiritual practices because they may not serve the same purposes.
Spiritual practices can be infused with queerness and can be personalized to fit our individual needs and experiences.
Repetition and intentionality are key in developing meaningful and transformative spiritual practices.
The Queerness Every Day Challenge is a great opportunity to explore and deepen our spiritual practices.

 
Chapters
(0:25) Difference Between Spiritual Practices and Habits
(8:18) The Power of Repetition and Intentionality
(12:45) Personal Stories of Meaningful Spiritual Practices
(26:16) Join the Queerness Every Day Challenge
 
Resources:

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We discuss the connection between queerness and spirituality in this episode… Yes- that is what we’re ALWAYS trying to get at! Here we share our personal experiences of feeling disconnected from queerness and spirituality in the past. Finding ways to integrate them into our everyday lives has been a journey and we’ve got some ways you can start to feel more connected to your queerness. 
 
Takeaways

Queerness and spirituality can be integrated and connected in meaningful ways.
Taking intentional, embodied, communal, small and sustainable, and regular actions can deepen the connection between queerness and spirituality.
The Queerness Every Day Challenge offers simple actions to help participants integrate queerness and spirituality.
The challenge provides a supportive community and resources to explore the intersections of queerness and spirituality.

 
Chapters
(00:00) Feeling Disconnected from Queerness
(05:43) Integration of Queerness and Spirituality
(11:33) Taking Action to Connect Queerness and Spirituality
(19:16) Building Community and Taking Small, Sustainable, and Regular Actions
 
Resources:

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We are so excited to bring you a special interview on the pod this week! Not only did we get to preview the new season of “We’re Here,” but we got to interview one of the stars of the show, Latrice Royale. Latrice discusses the importance of the show and how it is shedding light on the struggles of the queer community as well as dispelling misinformation about drag. She also shares her journey of finding her purpose through drag and how it has allowed her to impact others’ lives. Our conversation explores the tension and pushback faced by the drag queens in Oklahoma and the importance of standing up for the community. Latrice emphasizes the need for people to step out of their bubbles, learn from one another, and be allies by voting for change. 
 
Takeaways

‘We’re Here’ sheds light on the struggles of the queer community and dispels misinformation about drag.
Drag can be a sacred calling and a ministry that impacts and improves lives.
Religious teachings on homosexuality can create conflicts for queer individuals.
Inclusive churches provide a welcoming and affirming space for queer people.
Drag queens can inspire and motivate change in communities.
Allies need to step up and support the queer community by voting for change.

 
Chapters
(1:39) Introducing our wonderful guest, Latrice Royale
(3:01) Conversation on queerness, spirituality, and rural America
(15:16) Latrice discusses drag as a sacred calling
(19:39) Exploration of religious experiences in “We’re Here” and their religious background
(22:23) Discussion on rediscovering faith during challenging times
(25:43) Latrice reflects on their experiences in an inclusive church
 
Resources:

The new season of “We’re Here” is out on 
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