This Strange Land

In this episode of This Strange Land, Jason sits down with physiotherapist Robbie de Fleuriot to explore the profound connection between the body, trauma, and spiritual healing. Together they examine how pain, posture, and the nervous system carry our stories, why modern culture often disconnects us from embodiment, and how healing the body can become a pathway into deeper discipleship. A wide-ran...

In this episode of This Strange Land, Jason sits down with Evangelical Pastor Jeremy Johnson of Village Church to explore why so many people—especially younger generations—are becoming hungry for transcendence and turning toward ancient expressions of faith. Together they examine the limits of modernism, the dangers of consumer-driven Christianity, and what the Catholic and Protestant traditions c...

In this episode of This Strange Land , Jason Simon and Jason Jensen dive deep into what real accompaniment looks like in today’s Church. They explore why traditional ministry metrics are no longer enough, how parishes can cultivate “accompaniment capacity,” and why curiosity, presence, and trust in the Holy Spirit are essential to walking with people far from faith. Together, they unpack the shift...

In this episode of This Strange Land , Jake Khym joins us to explore how a Gospel worldview can transform our identity, relationships, and spiritual lives. He and Jason unpack how to invite others into Kingdom reality, why identity is central to healing, and how our loves and sins reveal our deepest beliefs about who God is. Together, they reflect on how healing happens, how to pray with expectati...

Summary In this episode of This Strange Land , we sit down with members of the Brotherhood of Hope to explore how we can live faithfully in today’s postmodern, often pagan, culture. We talk about the core beliefs of the Brotherhood, the deep hunger people have to be seen, to know their identity, hear truth, and be in authentic community. We also dive into the prophetic role of the Church today—wha...

In this episode of This Strange Land, Father Elsbett from Vienna shares insights on rebuilding ministry, making Mass meaningful, and evangelizing in today’s culture. He discusses relational evangelization, reaching young people, and shifting worldviews, offering wisdom on leading with vision and adapting to a changing spiritual landscape. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Introducing Father Elsbett 1:35 – The fir...

In this episode, Jason Jensen sits down with Pete Burak to discuss what true fruitfulness looks like, the role of the Holy Spirit in transformation, and how charisms shape the Church. They also explore the balance between strategic planning and spiritual surrender, the importance of mythic narrative, and the urgent need for strong spiritual leadership today. Guest Bio Pete Burak is the director of...

In this episode, Jason Jensen and Eric Chow sit down to discuss the Proclaim Movement in the Archdiocese of Vancouver, the missionary potential of Catholic parishes, and principles for powerful transformation. Together they break down Proclaim’s Parish Transformation Framework, and share what they’ve seen bears fruit in the local church. Guest Bio Eric Chow currently serves as Director for Proclai...

Jason talks with Father George Elsbett, LC, a priest of the John Paul 2 Center in Vienna who has spent years facilitating a growing, thriving little community of faith that is capturing the minds of young people. In a space where people are leaving the Catholic Church, Father George is leading the way in captivating hearts and bringing them into the love of God. He shares about his openness to ree...

In this second part of a conversation with Pete White, you’ll be invited into an enchanted view of the world and to ponder what might happen if you open yourself to Love. We discuss the transformative power of submitting to God’s love, how it moves us outward to love others, and why AI will always lack. GUEST BIO Peter G. White is the founder of  Vocatio Consulting , an organization that seeks to...

In this first part of a conversation with Pete White, you’ll hear about the fractured understanding of the self in modern society, delving into the separation of virtue and knowledge in education and its far-reaching consequences. We discuss Freud’s tripartite theory, its inversion of our true identity and how the psychological industry suffers without a coherent worldview. Through it all, we refl...

In this episode of This Strange Land, Monsignor Shea explores the concept of the "Religion of the Day," its empty promises, and how the enemy’s tactics lure us into a new, deceptive faith. Through engaging storytelling, he emphasizes the power of the Christian narrative, urging listeners to rediscover the kerygma, and recognize how Jesus and His love alone makes the world make sense.   Our Guest:...