Sacred & Strange
Welcome to Sacred & Strange — the official podcast of The Porch Missional Community & Coffee Roasters.
Hosted by Jason Urena, Sacred & Strange is a space where theology meets mystery, story meets spirit, and nothing is too weird to talk about. Each episode features honest conversations with guests from all walks of life—exploring the sacred moments that shaped them, the strange encounters that stretched them, and the passions that make them who they are. From deep theology to cryptids, church wounds to comic books, revival to the mundane, this is where the wild and the holy collide.
Brew a cup, open your mind, and join the journey.
Sacred & Strange
Preview: Wounds, Wilderness, and What Remains w/ Josh Todd
In this episode of Sacred & Strange, Jay sits down with his longtime friend Josh to explore a story marked by trauma, transformation, and the search for belonging. From a chaotic childhood to ministry, mental health work, and the sacred solitude of the wilderness, Josh shares how he’s learned to face his wounds, protect sacred space, and step fully into the role of father. Their conversation moves through raw honesty, dark humor, and moments of grace—ending with a challenge to be kind to yourself and embrace what remains when the noise fades.