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#39 - Clarity is Reasonable Nov 20, 2017

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It's been the topic across multiple denominations and multiple Christian subculture circles: Church Clarity, an organization dedicated to asking churches across our country a very simple question- What is your policy? Today, one of the co-founders of Church Clarity, George Mekhail, joins us to talk about the project, the awesome stuff that has happened, the push back it's gotten, and where it's leading all of us. Kevin also shares how a lack of clarity ended up hurting him, his friends, and damaging the witness of his local congregation. ... Connect with George on twitter @GMekhail, and with Church Clarity at www.ChurchClarity.org, and @ChurchClarity across social media. ... If you think this podcast was dope, support the work through becoming a sustaining partner. Go to www.Patreon.com/thekevingarcia to learn how to make more content like this possible and about the perks that come with being a sustaining partner. Connect with the rest of the work Kevin makes at www.theKevinGarcia.com . Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#38 - You're Gettin' All in My Kool-Aid... Nov 13, 2017

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Darren Calhoun and Kevin go all the way back to their journey of becoming affirming of themselves. Since they met at #TRPinATL almost two years ago, it's been a whirlwind of a journey in discovering who they are. In this conversation they talk about the need for Church Clarity, learning to love one's self, intersectional justice, the realities of dating when you don't know how to, sexual health, and more. ... You can connect with Darren on social media by following @HeyDarren and on his blog, www.DarrenCalhoun.com. Additionally, check out his amazing band, The Many, and the music they are creating at www.themanyarehere.com . ... If you think this work is important, consider supporting it through becoming a sustaining partner. Learn more about how to do that and the perks that come with it at www.patreon.com/thekevingarcia Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#37 - On Reformation Bingo and Bisexuality Oct 23, 2017

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Emily Joy spoken word poet, yoga-teacher-in-training, and creative justice enthusiast. She and Kevin connected after her video, "Thank God I'm a Virgin" released over 2 years ago, right before her album, "All Prodigal Daughters and Sons" was released, and since then, the two have both come out, both dove headfirst into LGBTQ advocacy, and both changed in so many ways. In this conversation, they cover everything from bisexuality to Biblical inerrancy to Reformation Bingo. It's seriously, too funny and very timely. Hope you enjoy. ... Connect with Emily on social media everywhere @EmilyJoyPoetry and on her website, www.EmilyJoyPoetry.com ... Become a patron by Oct 31st at $7 or more per month and you'll be subscribed to the (re)Connect Daily Devotional series! Go to Patreon.com/TheKevinGarcia to learn more. ... Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#36 - Religion vs Spirituality Oct 09, 2017

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Crystal Cheatham is a writer, worshiper, and creator of the new and fantastic Our Bible App. With a story like many of our own, Crystal journeyed out of conservative Christianity and began exploring what faith looks like outside of the narrow worldview of her upbringing, and brought her into the clusterfuck that is second adolescence. Listen up. You're gonna love this. ... You can connect with Crystal on all the social media @CrystalCheatham, on her blog www.CrystalCheatham.com, and with her podcast, "Lord Have Mercy" on the Apple iTunes store. AND You can download the Our Bible App this Wednesday, Oct 11, from the App Store! GO DO IT! ... Become a sustaining partner and learn how to make more queer Christian content possible at www.Patreon.com/theKevinGarcia And connect with me on all the social media @theKevinGarcia, and at www.theKevinGarcia.com. ... You can find Rev. Sarah Heath's new podcast "Sonderlust" in the apple podcast app, and at www.SonderlustPodcast.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#35: What I've Learned from Being Out for Two Years Sep 11, 2017

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The thing most people are surprised to learn about me is that I've been out for only two years... and it's been the most fulfilling, most interesting, most heartbreakingly beautiful years of my life. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#34 - Joyful Resistance with Rev. Jes Kast Aug 30, 2017

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What happens when to enneagram 8's with strong 7 wings get together? They giggle and laugh and talk justice with a joyful edge. Rev. Jes Kast joins the podcast today with a conversation where she shares part of her story, and how she uses joy as a conduit for resistance. ... You can connect with Rev. Jes Kast @JesKastNYC on instagram, and twitter and FB @JesKast, as well as on her website www.RevJesKast.com ... Learn how you can support this work at www.patreon.com/thekevingarcia Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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You Shouldn't Be Shocked by Charlottesville Aug 14, 2017

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Let's talk about the display of white terrorism that happened at UVA this past weekend. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#33 - Petty and/or Prophetic, w/Alicia Crosby Jul 31, 2017

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What is the purpose of Church? What is a holy text? There are some incredible conversation points covered today when Kevin sits down with Alicia Crosby, co-founder of the Center for Inclusivity in Chicago. They talk about her story, how she started CFI, and their mutual passion for people finding good, spiritual community. ... You can follow Alicia Crosby on twitter @PromiseChaser And get connected with her work at the Center for Inclusivity at www.CenterforInclusivity.org ... Check out Sudio Headphones here: https://goo.gl/1pzcx3 Remember to use offer code REVOLUTION15 to get 15% off any purchase from Sudio...foreverrrr. :) ... Be sure to check all this stuff out on the blog and be sure to check Kevin's speaking dates and appearances at www.thekevingarcia.com/speaking Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#32 - Life, Death, Music & Love, with Bobby Jo Valentine Jul 19, 2017

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Bobby Jo Valentine was born into Baptist surroundings, was nearly a missionary, nearly married the wrong person, lost his faith, found his faith, and has come out on the other end with a guitar in his hand and a smile on his face. Now a full-time musician and mystic himself, Bobby Jo joins Kevin for a delightful conversation. They trade stories about the mission field, about expansive faith, and how we're still trying to figure all this shit out. ... You can connect with Bobby Jo Valentine at www.BobbyJoValentine.com www.Facebook.com/BobbyJoV and on twitter @BobbyJoValentin. And be sure to check out his new album, "Fox Eyes. Whale Heart." Available on iTunes and from his website. ... Connect with me over at www.theKevinGarcia.com and on all the social medias @theKevinGarcia. Please rate this podcast in iTunes AND Please consider supporting the production of this podcast thru Patreon: www.patreon.com/thekevingarcia Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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#31: Activist Theology with Dr. Robyn Jun 27, 2017

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Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza is a queer, non-binary trans, mixed race latinx public theologian and activist working to make the ethics and theologies of our justice movements accessible to the everyday person in the streets. With multiple intersecting identities, Dr. Robyn is exploring in tangible ways what it means to be a person of faith, committed to radical difference and bridging the gaps in otherwise estranged communities. This conversation is one for the books folks so hang out to ya hat! ... Connect with Dr. Robyn on all the social medias @iRobyn, on their blog http://www.irobyn.com and with their Kickstarter for activist theology here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1857622159/making-activist-theology (They are just over $1500 away from their goal, so let's be the people of God and work to make this happen!) ... Connect with me on all the social media @theKevinGarcia on the blog www.thekevingarcia.com and learn how you can suppor this work at www.patreon.com/thekevingarcia Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-tiny-revolution/donations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tinyrevolution/support

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