The Changing Faith Podcast with Michael Hidalgo

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Episode 024 :: Let's Get Physical Oct 16, 2018

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On this episode, we explore why, for many of us, God is out there somewhere, wherever that is, and talk of faith often stops at the level of “belief” or “conviction” or “doctrine”. Very little involves concrete reality. Is it any wonder so many of us feel confused, disillusioned and disheartened with regard to faith? What might change if we understood our faith as something right here in front of us? What in us might grow within us if we understood God as more present and far more tangible in every single moment than we may ever have imagined? Together, we explore what it looks like to see our faith, our belief, and even our understanding of God as something concrete, something physical … something that is real and alive, something we can taste, touch, see, feel, hear and smell.

Episode 023 :: Heather Nelson and Connecting as Humans Oct 02, 2018

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Heather Nelson, the founding director of Khesed Wellness joins us to share about what connects us as humans. So often it seems we are able speak with ease about all kinds things disconnect us from one another, because of that often see the world as “us” and “them.” But what if, there are far more things that connect us to one another? What if we as human beings - clumps of dirt with the breath of the divine in us – are more alike than different? What if we truly share more in common than any of our stated differences? Heather lends her insights, wit and heart to help us see just that.

You can learn more about Heather’s work here: https://www.khesedwellness.com

Episode 022 :: Jonathan Merritt and Speaking God Sep 18, 2018

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On Episode 022 Jonathan Merritt joins us to talk about his latest book Learning to Speak God From Scratch. The book is about his about moving from the Bible Belt to New York City, only to find himself mute in a strange land—one that didn’t automatically understand the “Christianese” to which he was accustomed in the South. So he decided to investigate - commissioning both a nationwide study and conducting his own through polling friends and strangers - and delved into a full-on study of linguistics. He reflects, "If we do not use sacred words, then our minds will be less attuned to transcendence. If we do not have spiritual conversations, then we’ll be less shaped by our spirituality. And if moral language is vanishing—with the decline of words like grace, mercy, honest, courage, and wisdom—then we can expect our communities and culture will reflect this shift.”

Learn more about Jonathan and his book here: https://www.speakgodbook.com

Episode 021 :: This And / Or That Sep 04, 2018

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The Changing Faith Podcast is back for Season 2! On Episode 021 titled, This And/Or That, We ask how do we - in the midst of a time where we have lost the ability to disagree while lending dignity, honor and respect to one another - act as a healing presence? Together we explore the deep interconnectedness of every last particle in the universe, and consider a way of seeing our world that can be helpful to each of us in the midst of a time when so many people seem divided. We will consider how we can transcend our binary thinking and move beyond seeing only two options or two competing thoughts – life is not This OR That.

How then do we become people who are comfortable in the tension and reflect a preference for seeing even the hardest conversations – from the most pressing issues in our country, important conversations including our theology and our politics – as This AND That? Perhaps if we can see the depth and complexity in all things, we will discover how to exist as people who invite others toward unity, not division.

Episode 020 :: My Exit Interview Jul 23, 2018

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Episode 020 of the Changing Faith Podcast is titled “My Exit Interview” because sometimes we need to go, which is to say, sometimes we need to leave. On this Episode I reflect upon the many questions, conversations and discussions I’ve had in the process of expanding beyond The Evangelical Tribe and shedding the Evangelical label. And I am not alone. Many are saying goodbye and jumping off the Evangelical Ship. So what now? Where to? What’s next? Together we explore taking risks, the health of asking questions and what we can take with us as we go … knowing deep in our bones we cannot stay here.

Episode 019 :: Carla Ewert and Moving Into Our Space Jul 03, 2018

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On Episode 019 of The Changing Faith Podcast Carla Ewert joins with us to talk about what it is like being a woman in a the world of male dominated Church work. While this nearly drove her away from the Church altogether, something within drew her back. Today, she shines her light brightly working, serving, leading and creating with her full self. She hosts the Holy Writ Podcast, is a Co-Creator of She is Called, a national conversation for women who lead, and co-hosts the She is Called Podcast. Carla's convictions and courage are sure to encourage and challenged us all. Enjoy!

Episode 018 :: Colby Martin and Legos, Balloons, Jesus and Bradley Cooper Jun 18, 2018

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On Episode 018 of The Changing Faith Podcast pastor, author and friend Colby Martin joins with us to share what motivates and frames his passion for exploring, expanding and deepening his understanding of the Christian Tradition. He talks about changing his mind about LGTBQ inclusion in the Church, and the four reasons why he wrote the book Unclobber. Those questions lead him to share about his movement toward a more just and generous orthodoxy – he also speaks about his love for the Bible, how understanding the heart of Jesus changed everything and how we can hold our beliefs with humility. Colby and his wife Kate, live in San Diego, where together they pastor Sojourn Grace Collective and co-host The Kate and Colby Show, a Progressive Christian Podcast. He is the author of UnClobber: Rethinking Our Misuse of the Bible on Homosexuality. You can learn more about Colby by visiting his website: https://www.colbymartinonline.com and listen to Kate’s and his podcast here: https://www.thekateandcolbyshow.com

Episode 017 :: Elyse Snipes and Paralysis, EMDR and Vulnerability Jun 04, 2018

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On Episode 017 of The Changing Faith Podcast Elyse Snipes, a licensed marriage and family therapist, joins us to share her story, what she is learning and what she is doing to help us and many others walk in and through our pain to live honest, authentic and courageous lives. We cover a lot of ground in this episode - from milk shakes and fries and group therapy, to paralysis, to healing, to why I cannot eat mashed potatoes, to EMDR Therrapy, to why Elyse chose vulnerability over sounding smart ... and we conclude with a surpise visit from one of her children! Recorded at her home in California I left knowing I had learned a lot, been challenged and been encouraged by Elyse. You can learn more about her work, her retreats her speaking, and her Podcast here:http://www.elysesnipestherapy.com

Episode 016 :: Adam Phillips & Elsa Johnson and Beer and Big Bibles May 14, 2018

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We live in a time where it often seems dignified dialogue has gone the way of the dinosaur. However, all is not lost. There are moments when we glimpse what is possible when we invite others to share, listen well and honor those in all places of the journey. Adam Phillips and Elsa Johnson join us on the Changing Faith Podcast to tell a story about being in a bar in Portland when a couple walked in with big Bibles and stated they like to argue about the Bible. The story does not go the way you might guess. Join us as we talk about how we can all move forward together toward a healtier spirituality.

Episode 015 :: Seeing Critics and Responding to Criticism Apr 23, 2018

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On Episode 015 of the Changing Faith Podcast, it's the first installment of responding to your questions! On this episode we consider the question, "How do you respond to critics?" In doing so we make eight observations about critics and criticism and how we can view it, hold it and grow from it.

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