A Sacred Fellowship

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Two friends and the occasional guest take listeners on a chapter-by-chapter exploration of the stories of J.R.R. Tolkien by treating them as sacred texts worthy of close study. One is a relative newcomer and one has been calling herself a hobbit since the age of 8. Each week, we will cover a chapter through a different motif and use sacred practices to dive deep into the lore of Middle Earth.

  1. 03/25/2025

    Ep. 189, Tolkien Reading Day 2025

    Kathryn and Lorienne celebrate the theme of Fellowship with an excerpt from Chapter VI of the Hobbit. What is the "economy" of fellowship, in other words, how do we value the people we are in fellowship with? Do they have to earn it? What work do we need to do?

    42 min

  2. 12/28/2024

    Ep. 188 Poetry of Tolkien for the Season

    Lorienne and Kathryn read three poems written by JRR Tolkien and discuss what comes up for us from other cultural sources. Happy New Year.

    28 min

  3. 11/01/2024

    Ep. 187, SPBMI in Episodes 6, 7, and 8 of ROP, Season 2

    Kathryn and Lorienne discuss the last three episodes of Rings of Power and how they fit with general Tolkien themes, especially SPBMI: Shall Prove but Mine Instrument. In other words, how does tragedy or grief become a gift for us? Please share your own stories as you reflect on the theme and share your thoughts on what we discussed. Did we miss your favorite character or scene? Let us know!!Content warning: suicide is mentioned and both Lorienne and Kathryn strongly urge you to find help if you need it. We are in the front lines. We love you. We want you around. Click HERE for help or TREVOR PROJECT if you want to talk to somebody.

    1h 16m

  4. 10/28/2024

    Ep. 186, At the Corner of Fourth and Walnut

    Escape, Recovery, Consolation, and Joy. Kathryn and Lorienne discuss the essay On Fairy Stories and especially eucatastrophe.

    43 min

  5. 09/24/2024

    Ep. 185, On Fairy Stories, Part II

    Lorienne and Kathryn resume the conversation about Tolkien's essay entitled On Fairy Stories. Tolkien's deep respect for children is awe inspiring. What modern stories are Faerie to you?

    46 min

  6. 09/17/2024

    Ep. 184, Rings of Power Season 2

    Kathryn and Lorienne discuss the first five episodes from Rings of Power, Season 2. Looking for some genuine laughter and a non-toxic conversation, this is it!To help support Kathryn's marathon fundraiser for the Jimmy Fund, please click HERE.

    56 min

  7. 09/16/2024

    Ep. 183, On Fairy Stories, Part 1

    Kathryn and Lorienne are back together at last and talking Tolkien and faërie. We begin our conversation on Tolkien's essay, On Fairy Stories and find there is much to discuss!Support Kathryn's walk on October 6 HERE.

    39 min

  8. 08/07/2024

    Ep. 182, Commencement and Doors

    Kathryn and Lorienne discuss the final chapter of Prince Caspian through the theme of Commencement.

    41 min
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Two friends and the occasional guest take listeners on a chapter-by-chapter exploration of the stories of J.R.R. Tolkien by treating them as sacred texts worthy of close study. One is a relative newcomer and one has been calling herself a hobbit since the age of 8. Each week, we will cover a chapter through a different motif and use sacred practices to dive deep into the lore of Middle Earth.

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    asacredfellowship@gmail.com
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    102
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