Best Hospice Chaplain Podcasts (2025)

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HPP0349 Hospice Chaplain Shares Purpose, part 2 18:07

11d ago18:07

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Mark, a hospice chaplain, picks up in part 2 sharing how he wants to help people find purpose and meaning in their remaining days. He believes Bible stories will help in this endeavor. By walking slowly through the story, Mark has learned new things from old stories that he has known for years. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s S…

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Dr. Terri Daniel on toxic theology, healthy theology, complicated grief, being a non-religious chaplain, hospice and loss 1:16:41

28d ago1:16:41

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Dr. Terri Daniel on toxic theology, healthy theology, complicated grief, being a non-religious chaplain, hospice and loss. Who is Terri? Dr. Terri Daniel is an inter-spiritual hospice chaplain, end-of-life educator, and grief counselor certified in death, dying and bereavement by the Association of De…

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HPP0350 Equipping Others 18:48

4d ago18:48

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Mark and Butch, both preachers, discuss the dynamics of using John 14:1-6 as a Bible story. As well, Mark encourages people to learn and use STS first, and then learn how to adapt to the situation. By getting feedback from other experienced storytellers, Mark hopes to equip people. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Cr…

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Episode 37 Sharing Christ with Gentleness and Respect 26:57

5d ago26:57

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SHOW NOTES: Want to influence others for Christ without being pushy? This episode gives practical ways to activate your faith so that you can tell your story with Jesus with gentleness and respect. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email prom…

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Where the Veil Grows Thin - Grief 17:41

8d ago17:41

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Ben and I got together on Zoom the other day and had a short albeit rich discussion about different kinds of grief. The different layers of grief, the different names for grief. And in doing that I started thinking about how pivotal grief is in our lives and how sad it is that we spend most of our life running away from it, trying to ignore it or m…

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From race speed to "Rich Speed" with Rich Speeney 1:06:30

13d ago1:06:30

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In this inspiring and insight-packed episode, Rachael Gallagher and Elizabeth Varaso explore themes of creativity, family, disruptions, health, resetting, and slowing down with Pennsylvania-based entrepreneur, Rich Speeney. The conversation covers one of Rich's most challenging and surprising experiences of his life: mold exposure, which caused sev…

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Episode 36: Responding to injustice as Natives Who Follow Jesus 34:39

13d ago34:39

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SHOW NOTES: How should followers of Jesus respond to injustice? This week’s episode breaks down Micah 6:8 and what it means to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly. Tune in as we explore a biblical view of social justice and what it looks like in real life. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, …

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HPP0348 Retired Pastor Finds STS, part 1 16:34

18d ago16:34

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Mark, a former pastor for 30 years and now a hospice chaplain spends time with Butch about his initial introduction to STS. With a masters from Dallas Teological Seminary, Mark finds it a challenge learning to balance between leading people to treasures verses allowing people to discover. Learn what happens when a 96 year old woman hears a story. L…

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Episode 35: Overcome Fear with Faith 31:26

20d ago31:26

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SHOW NOTES: Fear emerges in all places. Anxiety can lead to fear. You can feel afraid of real things like relationships going sour, death of loved ones, or the unknown of a health issue. You can feel afraid and it wears you out—wears you down and you can’t function properly. In this episode, you’ll discover how God promises to strengthen you and to…

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HPP0347 Dad's Understanding and Influence. 24:31

25d ago24:31

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Taylor learned from his dad's experience how people learn. This information coupled with a chance meeting with Butch has led Taylor down a road with STS. He shares both his struggles and joys with Simply The Story. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism F…

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Episode 34: Sharing Christ with Your Actions 47:30

27d ago47:30

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SHOW NOTES: "All Christians are all hypocrites!" I have heard that accusation many times from those who don't follow Jesus. Their critique is an excuse for them to demean those who follow Jesus and to highlight the challenge of following Jesus completely. In this episode, you’ll discover how God can make your faith active. You can learn how to live…

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Where the Veil Grows Thin - May 30 31:37

29d ago31:37

31:37

Have you ever found yourself questioning how much you can let yourself be seen? How open you want to be about how you really feel about something? How honest you are comfortable being with friends and family, how safe you feel in different relationships? And when we know someone needs us to be a certain person, to show up in their life in a certain…

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HPP0346 Carl PaulSilaPT2 96kbps 20:28

1M ago20:28

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We dig deeper and learn more about Paul and Silas when they encounter problems. Hear how some people apply this story to their lives. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feedback ~ Facebook ~ iTunes Podcast ~ Vimeo ~ STS Youtube …

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Episode 33: Balancing your faith and your career 35:23

1M ago35:23

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SHOW NOTES: You have a job. You face deadlines. You have a family. You have work/life challenges. You have a lot of commitments. So, where does your faith fit in? This first episode in the new series on Faith In Action addresses a central question: How can you excel professionally without sidelining your walk with Christ? You need to review God's b…

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HPP0345 Paul and Silas Part 1. 17:53

1M ago17:53

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Carl, another experienced storyteller, helps us find treasures in the story with Paul and Silas from Acts. What do Paul and Silas do when they go to a place where there's trouble? Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feedback ~ Fa…

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Episode 32: Trusting God when detours come into your life 37:32

1M ago37:32

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SHOW NOTES: Oftentimes your path in life may get re-routed. You may lose your way. You may take a turn and all seems lost. You take another turn and it appears that there is a dead-end. In this episode, you’ll discover how God is not surprised by detours, in fact, God designs them. A dead-end is not the end. A detour is not the finish line. A roadb…

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Intersectionality with Thomas Bradshaw 1:04:23

1M ago1:04:23

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Episode 118. In this episode I am joined by Thomas Bradshaw, a former ISM priest and now UCC congregant. We talk about the intersectionality between the Independent Sacramental Movement and Mainline Churches such as the United Church of Christ. Links: Alexandrian Community. St. John's United Church of Christ, Massillon Ohio.…

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HPP344 People LOVE Stories. Give them the Best Story EVER! 20:11

2M ago20:11

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Everyone loves good stories! Have Christians lost the ability to tell God’s great story? Have we allowed Hollywood to take over the cultural narrative? Has Hollywood been successful to shift our focus from Jesus to mere good works and man's morals? Hear this fascinating discussion with Brady and Butch. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops ……

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A Charming Third Time for her 50th Year with Marla Taviano 55:06

2M ago55:06

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For the first time on the podcast, Rachael and Elizabeth are interviewing a third-time-guest! We're joined by author, speaker, and friend, Marla Taviano, who is on a quest to be on 50 podcasts in her 50th year. Marla tells us all about her experiences making goal lists and achieving some interesting milestones (52 zoos in 52 weeks!). Then, she shar…

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Serving others to find greater joy in your life 0:30

2M ago0:30

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SHOW NOTES: You want joy in your life. You want to make a difference in your life. Well, joy isn't found in being first--it's found in putting others first. In this episode you will learn how humility fuels lasting influence and real joy. You will learn from my mistakes and I trust you will find best practices to find greater joy in your life as yo…

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HPP343 Sharing Bible Stories Everywhere 22:49

2M ago22:49

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Brady shares how he engages people in Bible stories and prayers in various settings like clubs and outreach groups. Many of these groups often include people who have been marginalized and those with painful backgrounds. He’s passionate about using story-based methods to reach hearts with the Gospel. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … G…

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Episode 30: Discover your purpose to drive a wonderful life 41:19

2M ago41:19

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SHOW NOTES: You may have lost your purpose. Life has happened. You started work, met new people, and you have grown as a human being. Life has changed and things have shifted. Do you know your purpose? Or, you may have arrived at a place where you don’t know. You might be completely unsure of what drives you. You haven’t given much thought to it re…

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Dr. Sydney Campbell on Medical Assistance in Dying for mature minors, children’s participation, policy, assisted dying, childism, participatory research and end-of-life contexts 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Sydney Campbell on Medical Assistance in Dying for mature minors, children’s participation, policy, assisted dying, childism, participatory research and end-of-life contexts Who is Sydney? Dr. Sydney Campbell is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University. She completed he…

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HPP342 Literacy and Orality 21:05

2M ago21:05

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As a student at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and highly literate, Brady found the simplicity and humility of using STS, an oral Bible storytelling process, refreshing and impactful. He also shares how the narrative structure aids his memory of the Bible. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity…

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Episode 29: Power to Forgive when others hurt you 34:48

2M ago34:48

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SHOW NOTES: What does it truly mean to forgive others? If you have been alive for more than five days, then people have probably disappointed, failed, or hurt you. As a result, you are left with the challenge of whether you are going to forgive them. In this episode, discover how to forgive others even when it's difficult. When you receive the life…

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Where the Veil Grows Thin with guest Isa Catto 47:05

2M ago47:05

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Please join me as I welcome Isa Catto to this episode of Where the Veil Grows Thin. Isa Catto's daughter, Bailey, left Colorado for a dream job on Broadway. A charismatic, intellectual, smart, funny young woman, Bailey died just days after graduating high school when she took a drug laced with Fentanyl. Isa graciously agreed to come talk about what…

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HPP341 From A Teacher to a Missionary 23:40

2M ago23:40

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Jean, a former elementary school teacher, turned her retirement into working for a global mission. After 20 years in the classroom, she found purpose pursuing a dream to be a missionary. Hear her heart as she aims to serve until 95! Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Trainin…

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HPP0329 Fifty-five years in Missions! 24:43

2M ago24:43

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Why would an experienced missionary from Brazil come to an STS training? Darrel Haworth wanted to find ways to do evangelism in natural and fun ways. When Darrel preaches using stories, pastors say the kids do not have to leave. Using STS from the pulpit and a sample story. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation t…

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Episode 28: Find Power in the Resurrection of Jesus 40:41

2M ago40:41

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SHOW NOTES: Are you living from a place of victory, or just trying to survive? In this episode, we dive into Philippians 3:10 and explore what it means to experience the power of Christ’s resurrection—not just on Easter, but every single day. Learn how resurrection power can transform your mindset, energize your faith, and empower you to rise above…

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Where the Veil Grows Thin - The Power of Random Encounters 21:23

2M ago21:23

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Join Ben and I as we explore the random encounters in life and the depth and richness that can be found in those moments. We talk about the way reminders of mortality, whether our own or someone else’s, change us. And what we do with what we learn when we wake up and step out into the world. Next episode I'll be welcomg Isa Catto to Where the Veil …

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HPP0340 Fishing for Coins? Part 2 22:31

2M ago22:31

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Butch Vernon leads the 2nd part of the Bible story about the Temple Tax during an STS training. What makes fishing for coins so fascinating? Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feedback ~ Facebook ~ iTunes Podcast ~ Vimeo ~ STS Y…

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Episode 27 Find Hope in the Resurrection of Jesus 32:08

3M ago32:08

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SHOW NOTES: Everyone needs hope! You may find this week before Easter as just another week. But I find great hope in Easter. When I get discouraged, I can remember how the resurrection of Jesus, gives me hope for each new day. Listen up! You can know how to find hope when everything seems to be going wrong for you. Find hope in the resurrection of …

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Somatic Practices with Jim Donnelly 40:10

3M ago40:10

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Today's episode of "Everyday Thin Places" is all about somatic experiencing! We kick off the episode with an introduction to Jim Donnelly and his path toward healing through somatic work and follow up with the role somatic work plays in addressing trauma. Then we hear from Jim about the process of becoming reacquainted with his body's sensations an…

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HPP0339 Temple Tax at what Age? 23:12

3M ago23:12

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Simply The Story instructor, Butch Vernon, leads a Bible story during an STS training. Learn how Jesus and Peter respond differently to the question "Doesn't your master pay tribute?" Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feedback …

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Episode 26 How the Resurrection of Jesus helps you today 37:28

3M ago37:28

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SHOW NOTES: Have you ever received love you did not earn or deserve? Relationships can be contractual or transactional where you give and the other person gives back. Then, they give and you give back. Subsequently, you give and don't receive anything back so you walk. You move on. Conversely, they give and you don't give back and they ghost you. T…

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Episode 25: I'm gonna celebrate how to overcome Imposter Syndrome 31:49

3M ago31:49

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SHOW NOTES: Celebrate good times! Lyrics of Kool & The Gang's song, Celebration. I want to celebrate 25 episodes and to thank you listeners for coming along with me. Your messages and feedback are truly appreciated. In this episode, you can hear how I am overcoming Imposter Syndrome and how God helps me move forward in life when things don't go you…

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HPP338 Knowing His Gifts 27:48

3M ago27:48

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Andrew shares why he attends advanced training often. He also shares his heart regarding what the Lord is doing with his family and recovering addicts in Mexico. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feedback ~ Facebook ~ iTunes Po…

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Walking with Grace: A Hospice Chaplain’s Calling in Life’s Final Moments 40:43

3M ago40:43

40:43

Send us a text This episode is one that will touch your soul in a profound way. We’re talking about something we don’t often discuss but something that affects us all—walking with people through their final moments on this side of eternity. Our guest today is William Sofield; a man with a calling as tender as it is powerful. He serves as a hospice …

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Professor Claire Nally on literature, Goth, Steampunk, death memoirs, representations of dead women, death positive libraries & working in academia 42:39

3M ago42:39

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Claire Nally on literature, Goth, Steampunk, death memoirs, representations of dead women, death positive libraries & working in academia Who is Claire? Claire Nally is Professor of Modern and Contemporary Literature at Northumbria University, UK, where sheresearches Irish Studies, Neo-Victorianism, G…

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HPP0337 A Bible Story by a 14 Year Old. 22:26

3M ago22:26

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If your pastor said a 14 year old was coming to preach, what would you think? Hear one of the STS students practice his story and see what people glean from God's Word. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feedback ~ Facebook ~ iT…

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SUFFERING Can you find meaning in your suffering? 38:19

3M ago38:19

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SHOW NOTES: When you are under the burden of suffering, you feel many feels. You may feel all alone--abandoned. You may feel hurt and unable to recover. You may feel broken and irreparable. You may even disassociate feeling nothing. Can you find some meaning in your suffering? An ubiquitous quote that people see everywhere on posters, in papers, an…

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Suffering: Can you ever fully understand it? 33:59

3M ago33:59

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SHOW NOTES: If you have ever asked, "Why do I suffer and not others?," then listen to this episode of Natives Follow Jesus. Amid your suffering you may ask, “Why does God allow me to suffer and not others?” Your question is valid. Your question needs to be asked. Your question needs to be spoken into the world. Your question needs to be addressed t…

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HPP0336 Ministry Transformation, part 2 18:35

3M ago18:35

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Tim and Susie Brown dive deeper into how storytelling has revolutionized their pastoral training, especially through learning Bible stories from Acts and exploring different cultural contexts. They share how orality transformed their ministry, moving away from Western Bible study methods to a more context-focused, Spirit-guided approach where anyon…

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HPP0335 Experience Impacts Training 18:38

4M ago18:38

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Tim and Susie Brown share their transformative journey through their experience with Simply The Story (STS), starting with Dorothy in Hemet to training others with orality methods. They discuss the power of memorizing and internalizing stories, highlighting key stories that have made an impact in various cultural contexts. Links: Simply the Story ……

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Death and Institutions: Processes, Places and the Past 1:00:29

4M ago1:00:29

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What's the episode about? In this episode, get an overview of the 2025 Edited Collection Death and Institutions: Processes, Places and the Past What is the Book About? Institutions play a crucial role in shaping experiences of end-of-life care, dying, death, body disposal and bereavement. However, there has been little holistic or multidisciplinary…

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Suffering: Wrestling with God when you suffer 38:09

4M ago38:09

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SHOW NOTES: When you suffer, you feel all alone. You long for someone to understand. You may have friends who try to offer words of comfort, but oftentimes those words only sound condemning. You feel worse for having shared your pain. I believe that one who follows Jesus can find help in suffering. You can discover how you can wrestle with God in y…

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I Am. And Will Never, Not Be (continued) 13:49

4M ago13:49

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Defining faith is a personal, intimate thing to be asked to do. Join Ben LeRoy and I as we step into the conversation that lead us to realize that what we were talking about was just that; a definition of faith. Different for everyone. And important to have if we want to be able to move through our days and nights and come out relatively intact. Th…

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HPP0334 Easily Replicable 21:18

4M ago21:18

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T.J. shares how easily it is for those who receive Bible stories to replicate those passages to others. T.J. also describes the beauty of advanced training, even though he had hesitations. Links: Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God’s Story: From Creation to Eternity … Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism Follow us on Twitter ~ Feed…

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The 7th International Symposium of the Death Online Research Network (DORS#7) and Tamara Kneese on digital death, genAI, ethics, data, society & collective action 1:31:19

4M ago1:31:19

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear highlights from the 7th International Symposium of the Death Online Research Network (DORS#7) and Tamara Kneese on digital death, genAI, ethics, moving from academia to the private sector, data, society & collective action What was DORS#7? The 7th International Symposium of the Death Online ResearchNe…

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Suffering Happens: So why me, Lord? 35:52

4M ago35:52

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SHOW NOTES: If you feel like you are suffering alone, then I ask you to listen to this episode. Suffering happens and you may feel that no one understands or that no one cares. But I offer to you that there is One who cares. You can cast all your cares on Him because He cares for you. That One who cares is God, the Creator of All Things. Moreover, …

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