Conversations Beyond the Pew with the Rev

This is a follow up conversation from Episode #60 on Elevating our Expectations in order to have Sustainable Hope.

This is the audio of the sermon on April 25, 2021 where we discuss the relationship between having a sustainable hope and the expectations we have on ourselves, others, and God.  During this season of Easter I will publish just the audio of the sermon on Tuesday of the week and follow it up a couple of days later with further conversation on the topic that I've had. Questions to consider: How...

This is a follow up conversation from Episode #58 on Accessing what we need to have for sustainable hope.

This is the audio from the sermon on April 18, 2021 and is meant to start the conversation around having sustainable hope.  Questions to consider: When do you struggle the most with having hope? How do others help or hinder you having hope? When have you been the most hopeful? What do you base your hope upon? How does having hope impact your identity? If you would like to view the video it ca...

In today's episode I sit down with Ellen from Episode #5 on peace to have a conversation around questions.  We discuss questions surrounding God, life, the importance of questions, and those that seem to go unanswered. We delve into how questioning can bring hope to all kinds of situations in our lives.

In today's conversation we discuss the persistence and evolution of Caleb's journey into social work.  Caleb is a Master of Social Work student at Wayne State University.

Today we talk about the importance of service, cultivating a community, and how we are constantly looking for new ways to connect at the intersection of needs and resources. Rev. Paula is the pastor at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Lincoln Park, MI For more information about  St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church click here.

Today we delve into the power of massage therapy and how it can impact one's life. Christin specializes in therapeutic massage. 

Today we discuss the importance of being an encouragement to one another at the gym and especially at CrossFit Downriver. In a world where many are struggling on all kinds of levels it is important that we create communities that are centered on being encouraging and challenging.  Kirk is owner and coach at CrossFit Downriver You can subscribe to the podcast "Conversations Beyond the Pew with...

In today's conversation we explore how horses have a great deal to teach humans in the way we experience life, understand ourselves, and engage with others around us. Wanda is a long time horse trainer who resides in Lexington, Kentucky, with her husband. 

Wisdom is all around us but do we take the time to notice and absorb it?  Today we discuss how much wisdom from the game of golf can impact every facet of our lives. Whether you are a lover of all things golf or only know it as something to watch while taking a nap this conversation is for everyone. David is a father, husband, golfer, blogger, podcaster, and dog lover. For more wisdom and gol...

Today we recognize the art of conversation, which has the power to change us in a moment and continually strengthen us throughout our lives.  Quote from this episode: "Fear is a thing you overcome on the way to what you want." - Sharon Moore who was inspired by her sister, Sally Sharon Moore is a poet, lawyer, and Queen of Words.

In today's conversation with Chris we discuss how to fuel creativity especially in relation to leading a church. We explore the importance of rethinking worship as we have become more focused online during the pandemic.  Chris helps us consider what we are paying attention to, how we are innovating, and what we are ultimately producing as leaders. Rev. Chris Hallam is the pastor at Northminst...

Today we discuss how our realities have changed with the pandemic and what it takes to live in this new world from a teenage perspective.  Haley is very wise for her age and has some important things for all of us to consider (no matter our age) in how we are engaging our world.

This episode is looking forward to the new season of Conversations Beyond the Pew with the Rev.  What are the conversations we will have as we live into this new reality we find ourselves living and where will we find our hope?

In this episode we discuss the importance of community along with how encouragement is present when we work hard together. In the conversation an upcoming event is mentioned on Sunday, June 28th at the gym called #infiltratewithlove  For more information on "Infiltrate with love" check out the CrossFit Downriver Facebook page. Kirk is owner and coach at CrossFit Downriver You can subscribe to...

In this episode we explore life through a lens of discovering beauty in the endless possibilities of numbers and experiences. Bruce is a mathematician, comic book author, musician, math consultant, once host of a math tv show, created a software startup, grill master, professor, father, and husband.

In this episode we discuss the importance of Mental Health and practices that Marianne has found helpful throughout her life..  The Rev. Marianne Grano, Esq. is the new Stated Clerk of the Detroit Presbytery, pastor, lawyer, mother, and wife. *Disclaimer: this episode does not offer medical or psychological advice.

We talk about trying to find some hope in this really challenging time around finances.  We discuss practical, everyday habits to consider. Martha spent years in the banking world, taught many college students micro and macro economics and now brings her skills to the non-profit world. 

Finding inspiration during this pandemic and experiencing rebirth is weaved throughout this conversation.  We discuss how creativity can be a solution to our current contexts and much more. Eric is an artist, foodie, and massage therapist in Boston.

In this conversation we discuss what it takes to stay positive in the middle of struggling through this pandemic with the acknowledgment of feelings, the power of the pause, gratitude, and so much more.  Tara is the founder of UMatter , which is a kindness initiative that builds people up and inspires a culture of kindness.  Tara is a mom, wife, highly creative, and an explorer of beauty...

How do we stay focused on our health during a pandemic? How do we find motivation and support each other during this time? Kirk is owner and coach at CrossFit Downriver You can subscribe to the podcast "Conversations Beyond the Pew with the Rev" wherever you listen to your podcasts: Apple, Spotify, Google, etc...

How do we use our creative voices to build others up while in quarantine?  What role does inspiration play in surviving quarantine? Sharon Moore is a poet, lawyer, and Queen of Words.  During this conversation the commencement speech by Denzel Washington is mentioned and can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxY_eJLBflk&feature=youtu.be

Staying sane, finding wisdom, and keeping hope alive.  Heather is a yoga instructor, teacher, mom, and wife.  During this time she is keeping up her yoga virtually.  You can find Heather on Facebook at The Mobile Mat BG and https://www.themobilematbg.com Get new episodes by subscribing to "Conversations Beyond the Pew with the Rev" through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, O...

Motivation, pondering, and hope in our workouts and nutrition during this Stay-at-home period. Kirk is owner and coach of CrossFit Downriver.