William Crist

The Heart of Laguna

Religion EN ↓ 27 episodes

The Heart of Laguna is a weekly series of candid, human conversations with Fr. Will Crist and faith leaders from across Laguna Beach—followed by dialogues with civic, nonprofit, and philanthropic voices shaping our community. This is not a show about debating doctrine or defending ideologies. It is about listening deeply, honoring real stories, and naming the values that knit us together as neighbors, citizens, and human beings . We live in a world that feels increasingly fractured—by politics, religion, and socioeconomic division. This podcast exists to push back against that fragmentation...

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William Crist

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Presence Over Distance: Faith, Belonging, and the Courage to Be Seen--Fr. Will Crist and the Rev. Courtney Mackey November 5, 2025 05.11.2025 50:41

🎙 Episode Description Presence Over Distance: Faith, Belonging, and the Courage to Be Seen In this moving episode of The Heart of Laguna , Father Will Crist welcomes the Rev. Courtney Mackey, pastor of Laguna Beach United Methodist Church. Together, they explore what it truly means to be present in a world shaped by isolation, division, and digital distance. From Courtney’s journey to Laguna fol...

The Kingdom Is Already Here: Faith, Fire, Friendship, and the Courage to Listen--Fr. Will Crist and Bp. Spencer Samuelian, October 29, 2025 29.10.2025 50:23

Episode Description The Heart of Laguna – “The Kingdom Is Already Here: Faith, Fire, Friendship, and the Courage to Listen” What does it look like when faith becomes a bridge instead of a boundary? In this episode of The Heart of Laguna , I’m joined by Bishop Samuelian of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Laguna Beach. What begins with childhood memories of wildfire devastatio...