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What does it take for a fellowship to be meaningful enough to push up against the law in uncomfortable ways? How can we let our identities melt away into only being defined by Christ? I touch on these questions in this episode. This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to l...

In this episode, I have my friend Trevor on to discuss this somewhat controversial chapter. He is a pastor of a local church and is immersed in developing a meaningful community in the context he is in. Throughout our conversation, we attempt to answer three questions: Do we agree with the claims of the authors? Why or why not? Is there an alternative social or economic structure that you think be...

Pentecost was a significant event in the early church. In this episode, I share brief thoughts about the chapter because it is not a subject I feel confident expanding on. If you have any of your thoughts, share them with me, and I will discuss them in the next episode. This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long st...

Do you think the metaphor of the body or family is more relevant for Christ's followers? I share my thoughts on these ideas that are found in the new testament and where both can be helpful. This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. Th...

Embodying our faith and the life Christ calls us to is one of the topics I think most Christians are uncomfortable with. This new way of living requires effort and an active approach to meeting the needs of those around us. I share my thoughts on this contentious topic and a few relevant stories. This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited by Charles E. Moore. T...

In episode three, I discuss the relationship between dependence on others and allowing others to depend on us for needs so we may live in a life-giving community. I also touch on the anxiety around independence and the need to move our spiritual relationships into the physical world and meet the basic needs of those close to us. This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community,&qu...

Chapter two, "Blessed Community" by Rufus Jones, focuses on the common purpose and responsibility of the individual in a community. This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and id...

For the first episode of this series, I share four segments: the chapter reading, insights and answering the questions provided, the scripture reading and my final reflections. I plan to tighten up the delivery and improve each segment and rhythm. Thank you to everyone who joins me on this journey of learning how to build whole communities where we are. Click the link if you want to purchase &quot...

For the upcoming season of the podcast, I will be working through the "Called to Community" book. If you have any suggestions for the format or different segments, I would love to hear them. I look forward to covering a different topic from another author every week and building a virtual community with all who listen. I realize Bruderhof has covered this book on Youtube, but I hope to p...

I share part of the foreword by Stanley Hauerwas from "Called to Community." There are many challenges to finding a community, and a healthy one is very rare. In this episode, I discuss my personal experience with this right now.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto...

I share about work and adjusting our life toward meaningful participation in bringing about a new heaven and earth.   Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other ventures below. http://www.masonunrau.com

As I navigate a new community, I found a paragraph from "The Art of the Commonplace " by Wendell Berry to be a healthy warning. I hope to work in a way that avoids the exploitation of the cornerstones of culture. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for...

I discuss my hope of building whole communities and avoiding overconsumption that degrades others' homes and land. I invite you to join me as I learn what stayed true and what I would amend while looking back at what I wrote almost three years ago. You can order the print version or the PDF if you would like a copy. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode...

This past week Celine and I almost bought a house! In this episode, I share about this new experience, living with other people, and the poem "Stay Home" by Wendell Berry.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my othe...

I discuss the tension between economic growth while maintaining healthy ecosystems and relationships with our neighbours in this second episode. I invite you to join me as I learn what stayed true and what I would amend while looking back at what I wrote almost three years ago. You can order the print version or the PDF from my website if you would like a copy. Please leave a positive review where...

 I am starting a new series where I go through the essay in the photo book I released about my home region. I hope you can join me as I learn what stayed true and what I would amend while looking back at what I wrote almost three years ago. If you would like a copy, you can order the print version or the PDF . Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode...

For the first episode of 2023, I talk about learning to love friends and those we want to live in a community with. I also read a paragraph from Wendell Berry.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening, and you can view my other vent...

This is a simple reminder to rest during this season and an update on what may be upcoming in the new year.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other ventures below. http://www.masonunrau.com

I share the importance of hospitality in building relationships and community with those around us.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening, and you can view my other ventures below. http://www.masonunrau.com

The classic question of, to what degree do we use the natural resources around us for economic prosperity? I address some of my concerns for the region with an extended reading from Wendell Berry's " Sex, Economy, Freedom, and Community. "  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at mason...

What does joining a new spiritual, faith or religious community look like? I'm not sure, but I am figuring that out and deciding what makes one comfortable enough to commit to.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my...

This week I share an internal battle. I'm currently processing how to afford the life I want for my future family. Does it require going back for more education, changing career paths, or something else? If you can relate or have any advice, I would love to hear from you!  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comment...

I discuss finding work in a new place, the importance of local employment, and the sacrifices made when choosing specific jobs. If you would like to order a calendar, visit the link here . Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can v...

In this episode, I discuss why we decided to move from Whitehorse and what factors I used to determine where to move. I also start by reading an excerpt from "Sex, Economy, Freedom, and Community" by Wendell Berry.  Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Tha...

I introduce the show's new format, share a bit of where I have been, and discuss a project I finally finished. Please leave a positive review wherever you listened or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other ventures below. http://www.masonunrau.com