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Deep Roots & Tangled Limbs P6: Heirlooms and Inheritance Apr 26, 2024

Storytellers are the guardians of memories, Ray tells us.

In this episode, Ray shares some of the memories of his early years and how the stories of our lives give shape to the people we become.

These formative memories of family history encourage us that our memories, even the darker, painful ones can become a wellspring of hope and redemption for generations to come.

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Check out Stephen's Makers & Mystics podcast here.

Note: This conversation was recorded in 2022.

*This Podcast Series is produced by Brightbell Creative.

Deep Roots & Tangled Limbs P5: Places of Encounter Mar 01, 2024

The Places we love have a profound ability to awaken wonder in our hearts and fill us with a sense of purpose and destiny.

In this episode, Ray shares about his love of Wales, Scotland and Ireland a how a prophetic encounter set him on a lifelong course of discovering how deeply these lands were woven into his heart.

Visit The Listening Porch online for more inspiring episodes. You can help support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/rayhughes or sign up for one of my online courses at www.rayhughes.org Also, check out my beautiful, handmade ink pens at redriverturning.com.

Note: This conversation was recorded in 2022.

*This Podcast Series is produced by Brightbell Creative.

Deep Roots & Tangled Limbs P4: Music, Misfits & The Life of King David Feb 23, 2024

In this episode, Ray Hughes shares from his lifelong study of King David and shows how this misfit shepherd boy’s unwavering pursuit of God's presence shaped his legacy as a poet, worship leader, and king.

Ray emphasizes the timeless relevance of David's story, highlighting how his longing for God expressed through music continues to inspire generations and shape the language of worship today.

If you'd like to dive deeper into Ray's teachings on worship, creativity and the life of King David, you can sign up for his online courses here.

Visit The Listening Porch online for more inspiring episodes. You can help support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/rayhughes or sign up for one of my online courses at www.rayhughes.org Also, check out my beautiful, handmade ink pens at redriverturning.com.

You can learn more about Stephen Roach's creative work and his upcoming creative arts event at The Breath and The Clay

You can listen to Stephen's art and faith podcast here.

Note: This conversation was recorded in 2022.

*This Podcast Series is produced by Brightbell Creative.

Deep Roots & Tangled Limbs P3: The Generational Power of Storytelling Feb 16, 2024

In today's conversation, Ray shares about the generational power of storytelling. This episode spans everything from the importance of paying attention to learning the difference between a distraction and a daydream.

Visit The Listening Porch online for more inspiring episodes. You can help support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/rayhughes or sign up for one of my online courses at www.rayhughes.org Also, check out my beautiful, handmade ink pens at redriverturning.com.

You can connect with Stephen's work at The Breath and The Clay creative arts gathering and his art and faith podcast here.

Note: This conversation was recorded in 2022.

*This Podcast Series is produced by Brightbell Creative.

Deep Roots & Tangled Limbs P2: Dialect and Destiny Feb 09, 2024

In this conversation,Stephen and Ray are continuing the discussion on fascination imagination and wonder, adding to it a bit about storytelling, songwriting, and how dialect impacts destiny.

Visit The Listening Porch online for more inspiring episodes. You can help support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/rayhughes or sign up for one of my online courses at www.rayhughes.org Also, check out my beautiful, handmade ink pens at redriverturning.com.

You can connect with Stephen's work at The Breath and The Clay creative arts gathering and his art and faith podcast here.

Note: This conversation was recorded in 2022.

*This Podcast Series is produced by Brightbell Creative.

Deep Roots & Tangled Limbs P1: Fascination, Imagination & Wonder Feb 02, 2024

In this opening conversation, Ray Hughes shares his timeless wisdom on the topics of fascination, imagination and wonder. As creatives and followers of Jesus, nurturing these expressions of faith are vital to living a full and vibrant life. Tune in to hear Ray share insights on how we can move beyond dull obligation to a religious life and maintain a sense of wonder for the long haul.

Visit The Listening Porch online for more inspiring episodes. You can help support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/rayhughes or sign up for one of my online courses at www.rayhughes.org Also, check out my beautiful, handmade ink pens at redriverturning.com.

You can connect with Stephen's work at The Breath and The Clay creative arts gathering and his art and faith podcast here.

Note: This conversation was recorded in 2022.

*This Podcast Series is produced by Brightbell Creative.

Introducing Deep Roots and Tangled Limbs: A Series of Talks on Life, Faith and The Creative Journey Jan 29, 2024

Hello Everybody.

I am thrilled to announce a new series of conversations here on The Listening Porch.

Each week, starting Friday, February 2nd, (that's Groundhog Day in case you were wondering,) my good friend Stephen Roach will be joining me for a series of talks about life, faith and the creative journey I've traveled.

We’re calling these talks Deep Roots and Tangled Limbs. I believe these candid conversations will inspire and encourage you in your own creative pursuits.

- Ray

Visit The Listening Porch online for more inspiring episodes. You can help support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/rayhughes or sign up for one of my online courses at www.rayhughes.org Also, check out my beautiful, handmade ink pens at redriverturning.com.

You can connect with Stephen's work at The Breath and The Clay creative arts gathering and his art and faith podcast here.

Happy New Year Jan 01, 2023

I'd like to wish you a Happy New Year!

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What is Beauty? Dec 14, 2022

Somebody asked me, "What is Beauty"?
Here's what I told them.

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Ever Speaking Dec 07, 2022

Today I'd like to tell you about my new book.

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Thank God and Horace Kephart Nov 08, 2022

I'd like to tell you about the man who saved the Smoky Mountains, Horace Kephart.

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Sauntering and Meditation Nov 03, 2022

Join me for a little porch chat about prayer and meditation