My guest is Rev. Donna Claycomb Sokol, pastor of Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church in Washington, DC. This is a follow-up conversation after we spoke a couple of months ago. Donna is a transformational leader in the United Methodist Church, and it seemed appropriate to check in during this time of remarkable transformation.
Now that we’re well into 2021, we’ve discovered that all the problems of 2020 didn’t just magically go away, alas. We can expect 2021 to maintain continuity with 2020, and in fact, carry forward the trends that have led us to where we are today.Buckle u…
After years of serving congregations, Rabbi Jill Zimmerman launched out into the world of online community-building ten years ago. Her thoughts about our current situation are informed by history, theology, and years of practical experience, and you won…
It is a profound thing to be heard – really heard – to tell your story to someone who listens deeply, without judgment. Deep listening is transformative. It causes a shift for people, from one state of being to another. Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a way of getting people to talk and listen in a…
Is it possible to be traumatized vicariously when caring for other people? Dimple Dhabalia shares the powerful story of her service on the front lines of the refugee crisis and how it led her to her current work, “Roots In The Clouds.” If you’re feelin…
Rev. Lloyd Nyarota is a pastor in Alberta, Canada. We met in Nigeria when he was living in Zimbabwe, and as United Methodists, we have shared a common bond and friendship that has been aided through social media and mutual relationships. I catch up wit…
Today’s conversation is with Rev. Laurence Hesser, a pastor in a rural church in East Tennessee who has constantly amazed me by his vision and ability to adapt and thrive. I spoke with him a few months ago, and it was my favorite of these conversations;…
Gregg Brekke is one of today’s leading religion reporters and photojournalists. Today we get a bird’s eye view of what’s going on in the church, given all the change that’s taken place this year. You’ll also want to hear where Gregg was last week.
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