Begin Again Podcast

Ep. 49 | Easter With Mark Reiff by John Chaffee

Ep. 48 | Good Friday With Mark Reiff by John Chaffee

Ep. 47 | Riffing on Palm Sunday with Mark Reiff by John Chaffee

Parables like this one, the rich man and Lazarus, are actually all about how to live THIS life well. Soooooo, let's chat about that.

Ep. 45 | Cynicism Is A Rabid Dog by John Chaffee

Ep. 44 | Reclaiming Ekklesia by John Chaffee

Ep. 43 | Ash Wednesday 2018 by John Chaffee

Ep. 42 | Candles And Chaos by John Chaffee

Ep. 41 | How You Shouldn't Read Your Bible by John Chaffee

For those of you "in-between" seasons of life, for those of you "wandering" and not knowing what they are doing, for those of you who are stressed by the pressure of thinking life is meant to be lived going from one success story to another... There is good news for you. Its okay.

This one goes out to anyone trying to figure out who they are. For those tired of impressing other people, for those who feel like slaves to other people's opinions of them, for those who feel incomplete or as though they will never arrive. There is something you need to know...

Steve Chaffee has been stateside for the past two weeks, so of course I snagged him for a chat on his speciality, thinking and talking about God better through what is called "theological method."

Stability, routine, growth, ruach, pneuma, the universe, dusty attic air and more.

30 min of tips I’ve learned over the years on how to listen to others well. Taken from times spent as a chaplain, being a teacher, and learning to be a decent human being. Take notes and enjoy.

I once met a tall forest gnome who gave me some life changing advice. Here's the story.

In response to the recent shooting in Las Vegas, which was absolutely horrific and beyond words, here is my attempt to try and move my little corner of the world. Dietrich Bonhoeffer gives us a thought on ethics, and Teresa of Avila closes us out with a poem.

Camp stories are great, especially when they challenge everything about the way you do life.

This second half is my explanation of the parable, why I wrote it, what authors I had in mind, and so forth. Should be fun to compare with what you thought Pt. 1 was about!

So, I have been writing my own parables in my spare time recently. And here is a good one. I've already told it in a few different places in person and, not to brag, but its a good one.

Henri has been an influential person in my life. His writings have spoken to me when theology and academia have not. A man aware of his struggles and sometimes writing from places of loneliness and depression, Henri has helped many of us. Enjoy.

In response to the recent events in Charlottesville, I dive into a groundbreaking work by a groundbreaking individual. I present to you, Howard Thurman.

One standard view, and then three other angles of looking at this mystery. To be in the "Image of God" is a privilege and a profoundly perplexing promise. Enjoy!

I think the title describes it all. Well, that and the fact I break down how people may have had "Be holy as God is holy" taught to them in an oppressive and shame-inducing manner, then, provide a better way of understanding it.

Shout out to all those graduating high school, college, or just moving from one phase of life to another! Your faith is about to be challenged!

What are we here to do? I can't answer that for you, specifically. But there may be some helpful guidelines...