The Slow Work with Sandra McCracken

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Andi Ashworth Apr 09, 2021

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When the pandemic began last year, there was no way to predict how profoundly it would affect all of us. This episode touches on some of the most difficult moments of a quarantined reality as Sandra talks to her dear friend Andi Ashworth. Andi and her husband, producer Charlie Peacock, officially established Art House in Nashville in 1991. Art House was not only a recording studio for Charlie, but it served as a place for artists to find rest while recording. Andi’s role was to care for those who came through the Art House doors, as well as her own family who lived on the property. Since leaving Art House in 2015, Andi’s role as caregiver has changed a bit, and her resolve has been tested this past year as she desperately misses her children and grandchildren. Andi’s book Real Love for Real Life is a beautiful example of developing patience as we give care for those we love.

Steadfast is a production of Sandra McCracken in partnership with Christianity Today.

Produced by Sandra McCracken, Leslie Eiler Thompson

Written by Leslie Eiler Thompson

Edited by Andrew Osenga

Mastered by Mike Cosper

Music by Sandra McCracken

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Jay and Katherine Wolf Mar 26, 2021

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Season two of Steadfast will center on patience and endurance, themes Sandra painstakingly experienced and highlighted in her newest record Patient Kingdom.Jay and Catherine Wolf’s calling is to encourage families through difficult seasons of suffering. This work began in 2007 when Catherine survived a catastrophic stroke a few months after giving birth to her first child. Miraculously, she survived. After a 16-hour brain surgery, 40 days in the ICU, a year in neuro rehab, and 11 operations, she continues her recovery to this day.This experience started the family on a lifelong journey to be advocates for others affected by disabilities. In 2016, the Wolfs started dreaming up Hope Heals camp, which offers resources, rest, and relationships for families affected by disabilities. Before the pandemic, Sandra joined them at this camp and saw firsthand how patience is the essential thread tying together their lives and work. Jay and Catherine released their book Suffer Strong in February of 2020.

Steadfast is a production of Sandra McCracken in partnership with Christianity Today.

Produced by Sandra McCracken, Leslie Eiler Thompson

Written by Leslie Eiler Thompson

Edited by Andrew Osenga

Mastered by Mike Cosper

Music by Sandra McCracken

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Season Two Trailer: Patience Mar 19, 2021

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Steadfast is back with a new season of conversations between Sandra and writers, artists, thinkers, and friends reflecting together on the idea of patience.

Tune in to the trailer for a glimpse of what's ahead, and subscribe today so you don't miss an episode.

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Cason Cooley Nov 15, 2017

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For the last episode of Steadfast season one, Sandra sits down in Nashville with producer and longtime friend Cason Cooley to talk about their experiences in recording music and how God's steadfastness shows up in the process. Steadfast is a production of Harbor Media and the Narrativo Group Produced and edited by Mike Cosper and TJ Hester Mixed by Mark Owens Recorded in Nashville, TN

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Liz Vice Nov 01, 2017

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Liz Vice is a Gospel, Soul, and R&B artist, best known for her 2015 release "There's a Light." Sandra and Liz talk about what's shared in suffering and rest, how God uses the gifts He gives us, and supporting people in collaboration. A Production of Harbor Media and the Narrativo Group Produced by Mike Cosper and TJ Hester Edited by TJ Hester Mixed by Mark Owens Music by Sandra

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Peter Harris Oct 18, 2017

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Peter Harris and his wife Miranda are the founders of A Rocha International–a Christian organization engaging communities in nature conservation. Peter and Sandra talk about environmental work by Christians as faithfulness, the need for slowness, and the implications of the Church as the world's largest NGO. A production of Harbor Media and the Narrativo group Produced by Mike Cosper and TJ Hester Edited by TJ Hester Mixed by Mark Owens Music by Sandra McCracken

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Kevin Finch Oct 04, 2017

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Kevin Finch is the founder of The Big Table–a ministry serving people in the food industry. He's the nephew of Eugene Peterson and comes from a long line of pastors. In this episode we talk about what it means to be a pastor, to be a spiritual director, to care for souls and to look out for people in our midst whose needs and pain go unseen. We also talk about why people in the restaurant industry don't trust Christians and don't like working on Sundays. A production of Harbor Media and the Narrativo group Produced by Mike Cosper and TJ Hester Edited by TJ Hester Mixed by Mark Owens Music by Sandra McCracken

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James and Deanna Smith Sep 20, 2017

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James KA Smith is the author of many books, most recently "You Are What You Love." On today's podcast, James and his wife Deanna sit down with Sandra to talk about going home again, wine Wednesdays, friendship, and more. A production of Harbor Media and the Narrativo group Produced by Mike Cosper and TJ Hester Edited by TJ Hester Mixed by Mark Owens Music by Sandra McCracken

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Steve Garber Sep 06, 2017

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On our first episode, Sandra sits down with teacher and writer Steve Garber. Steve has spent much of his life thinking about faith and vocation, and their conversation covers the nature of calling, the numbness of our culture, and the God who meets us in the midst of our pain. This episode was produced by Mike Cosper It was recorded by Seth Talley It was edited by TJ Hester It was mixed by Mark Owens Our music is by Sandra McCracken

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Steadfast Podcast Preview Jul 24, 2017

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