More Than One Way

What do we do with suffering? Where does it fit in our faith? What does suffering say about God? About us? There are those hard questions that beg us to think deeply and push past the easy answers. On this episode of More Than One Way we are joined by The Very Rev. Chris Hackett to wrestle with these deep questions as we walk through the messiness of suffering. Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  Email...

Beyond categorization, labels, and assessments, who are you...really? On this episode of More Than One Way we talk about the ways we go about discovering our authentic selves. When many outside voices share their opinions, ideas, and perceptions about who we are, what rings true in your soul? What hints and clues do you uncover that help paint the picture of your authentic self? Send us Fan Mail C...

It seems our world is struggling with how we share our thoughts and ideas with each other.  This becomes even more difficult when the thing we are sharing is near to our heart. There are some topics that have become almost impossible to talk about without the urge to take sides and judge others.  This can happen with those we love and those we do not know. This episode of More Than One Way wrestle...

Sometimes we wait with anticipation and other moments we wait with frustration. With both of those mindsets we can miss the meaning of the current moment. On this episode of More Than One Way we discuss the challenge of staying present. What internal and external distractions keep us from receiving the fullness of each moment? Join the discussion as we venture from Latvia, to Atlanta, to Brother L...

On this episode of More Than One Way we are joined by special guest Brian Cole, Bishop of the Diocese of East Tennessee for a discussion about work, self-care, competition, contemplation and meaning. We look through the lens of holiday season, busyness, metaphors for work, and methods for how we care for ourselves. Is there room to step away from drinking from the firehose to drink from living wat...

Community is one of those words the we frequently use that has a wide variety of definitions and meanings.  It's a word we use to try to capture the deep connection we seek with others. In the true spirit of More Than One Way, community is found in unique ways by each person, sometimes planned and other times a complete surprise. On this episode we take a journey from the Golden Bachelorette,...

In each human there is an inner hunger to connect with something larger than themselves. And thus begins a search. Have you experienced this hunger? Have you stepped out on your own search to seek and find what it is you deeply desire? In this episode of More Than One Way we discuss this search and wisdom for where to look and how to not lose yourself along the way. Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  E...

What do you do when you don't know how to help?  Sometimes the situation seems so overwhelming, so confusing, or even tragic. What difference can one person make in the grand scheme of things? What is our role in the face of great ambiguity?  On this episode of More Than One Way we dive into those questions.  We took a look at the deep human need to connect, to help, to show up, to support, t...

We wrap up our Parable series on this episode of More Than One Way. A seemingly simple one verse story holds much to discuss. What is it for you that is worth giving up everything else to possess?  How does this description of the Kingdom of Heaven affect your day to day search? As with each of the other parables discussed, the pearl of great price invites the reader / listener to journey inward t...

What does it mean to be a human? What unique gift do you bring to the world? In this episode we take a brief detour from our Parable series to share a conversation with a special guest, Dr. Carrie Contey.  Carrie has a PhD in clinical psychology with an emphasis on prenatal and perinatal psychology. She describes herself as an insatiably curious explorer and a philosopher at heart. She teaches and...

We continue The Parable Series with another deep dive into a tough biblical story that has an unexpected twist. It challenges the reader / listener to look deep within themselves and learn what their reactions and feeling tell them about themselves and about God.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  Email   |  Instagram   | Facebook   |  Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual Practice Creative Team:...

This episode of More Than One Way begins a new series of discussions centering around parables. Each episode, we will discuss a specific parable and what we may learn about ourselves by spending time with the story. One of the wonderful things about parables is they meet us exactly where we currently are. So, we invite you to listen with fresh ears to these timeless stories.  Set down any need for...

What if we actually decided to give it a go?  To really try it with intention, not just one time and then drift into judging. One this episode of More Than One Way we look at a simple poem and a passage of scripture with great wisdom.  Guidance for our journey in the small things and larger things.  Present in all spiritual traditions, this call to action begs us to recalibrate our souls.  Send us...

When thinking of spiritual gifts, humor may not be the first to come to mind. In this episode of More Than One Way we dig into the power of humor for healing and as a vehicle for the spirit to enter the seriousness and redirect our focus. Humor has the ability to bring light into darkness, to give levity to a heavy burden.  What if humor was the presence of the holy rather than an interruption?  R...

How comfortable are you with change? Maybe the word transition or evolution seems less anxiety inducing. Whether it's something we choose or something that chooses us, the swell of emotions and feelings that change brings to the surface can be challenging to navigate gracefully. On this episode of More Than One Way special guest Caroline Vogel joins us for a conversation all about transitions...

"I am the vine and you are the branches."  In this episode of the More Than One Way podcast we explore symbolism, story, myth, and more.  Our special guest Shay Boswell shares hands-on wisdom from working in a vineyard and the care that goes into thriving vines and robust fruit.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  Email   |  Instagram   | Facebook   |  Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritu...

Teacher, poet, and meditation instructor Joe Zarantonello joins us from Loose Leaf Hollow in Bardstown, KY for the latest episode of More Than One Way.  With a wealth of wisdom from many traditions, Joe leads us through a discussion of Belief and Faith, mind and heart, movement and stillness all with the underlying purpose of being. Resources: Loose Leaf Hollow - Joe's guesthouse for contempl...

What does it mean to live wholeheartedly?  Meg Sprouse returns to More Than Way as our special guest to discuss how we live from the depths of our heart in a personal and authentic way.  How do we find the courage to move from our minds to our hearts to have a more full encounter with life? Resources: 10 Guideposts for Wholehearted Living - Brené Brown Homeboy Industries Bida Saigon Send us Fan Ma...

"Yes", "No", "Maybe ", "Wait and see", how does God answer prayer? A listener recently sent an email suggesting we discuss the "More Than One Way" God answers prayer. The mystery of answered prayers guides our discussion on this episode as we journey into our understanding of prayer, our image of God, and much more.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  E...

An incredible first-hand account of a near death experience is the focus of our latest episode of More Than One Way. We welcome a new friend, Steve, to share his experience from "the other side" and the impact it has had on his daily life.  For those who have questions, concerns, and fears about death, we hope this conversation sheds light in the darkness and brings peace. Send us Fan Ma...

We when encounter someone who has a distinctly different world view how do we respond? In this episode of More Than One Way we look at two ways to understand how we make choices, free will and determinism. We are joined by our own MTOW team member CB Paul for a discussion that touches will power, judgment,  luck, comparison, compassion, and more. Links: Determined by Robert Sapolsky Robert Sapolsk...

What hopes do you have as you enter the winter holidays?   How do you best engage this season? Do you love the flurry of sights, songs, and sounds or do you favor a more Silent Night approach? Do you feel the festivities like Clark Griswold or wrestle with the bitterness of the Grinch? As we have all experienced, there's More Than One Way to holiday. Join us for a timely journey from self awa...

Stories of heartache, hope, and healing come to light in this episode of More Than One Way.  Local elementary school Guidance Counselor Deedee Brownlee joins us for a discussion about trauma. She brings her experience in mental health and helpful resources to guide out time together.  The conversation flows with humor to ease the tension, personal experiences, and a well known story to lead us to...

As we look at the world around us and peer into the future of the communities and organizations we love, what questions we should be asking? What should we be paying attention to?  What pulls and tugs at our hearts? We are thrilled to welcome our special guest Brian McLaren for a discussion about the church and community of tomorrow. Brian is an author, speaker, podcaster, teacher with a wealth of...

Is it even possible? Where would you even begin? In a world that demands you choose a side, a world that cannot resist dividing humanity into "good" and "bad" people, what do you do with a statement as radical as, "love your enemies?" In this episode of More Than One Way we welcome special guest Mary Ellen Brewington to venture into a discussion about loving others, e...