Relevant Faith Journey
Relevant Faith Journey
Latest Episodes
No King But Jesus: Reflections on Faith, Politics, Healthcare and the Government Shutdown
In this episode I look at how faith influences Christian politics reflecting on last weekend's No Kings Rally and the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. I unpack some information about the US healthcare system and make a case that it's our Chris...
Beyond Proof Texting: Reconciling the Bible, Homosexuality and Changing Sexual Ethics
I hear this question from time to time: how can you believe the Bible and also believe that homosexuality is not sin? There are variations like, how can you believe the Bible and not condemn sex before marriage as sin? In this epis...
Splitting Faith: Biblical Authority and the Methodist LGBTQ+ Separation
In this episode I'll explore the topic of Biblical authority and how it relates to the separation of the United Methodist Church. As with many spiritual things, the issue is more complex than a disagreement on what the Bible says and means.
Advent: God Together – Setting An Intention For The Christian New Year
I am reflecting on advent seasons past in this episode. As a pastor, I often wrote advent readings and created content for my congregation. One series I am particularly proud of was called the Kindness Challenge. Remembering has helped me think...
Welcome or Affirming?: LGBTQ+ Conversations in the Nazarene, Methodist and International Church
I used to say that sexuality shouldn’t define identity. As Christians our identity is first as children of God and followers of Jesus before anything else. I realize now that as a heterosexual woman, being defined by something other than my sex...