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Untangling Faith

A Lot of Thoughts about Bishop Budde's Sermon, Part 2

February 12, 2025 • Tammy Jackson, Laura Hutchinson • Season 2 • Episode 4

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Welcome to another episode of Untangling Faith with Rev. Tammy H. Jackson and Rev. Laura Hutchinson—where faith meets critical thinking. Together, they create a space to ask questions, wrestle with Scripture, and explore alternative perspectives on life and faith. Though serving in two different denominations (and sometimes having very different takes on issues), their conversations are rooted in a shared love for the Gospel, a commitment to justice, and a desire to help others untangle the traditions they've inherited from the truths of Scripture.

In this episode, you'll experience the second part of a conversation about the sermon that Bishop Mariann Budde delivered at the National Prayer Gathering last week (January 2025). The Bishop's plea for mercy has sparked both praise and outrage. Together, Laura and Tammy unpack the controversy surrounding her message, process its implications for faith leaders, and reflect on what it means to embody mercy and justice in today’s divided world.

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