UCC Cast

If everyone received strangers as family, the world would be a much kinder place. The Rev. John C. Dorhauer describes the wonderful receptions he received as he traveled on a recent 17 day trip overseas. Listen to the podcast... Read the podcast on ucc.org: https://www.ucc.org/into_the_mystic_family_in_faith

There is joy in the world where one would otherwise presume it ought not to be. This is a story of such joy. May it inspire you as you listen to the podcast. Read the transcript at ucc.org: https://www.ucc.org/into_the_mystic_that_smile

Sometimes good seed falls on good soil and takes root and grows. What good seeds have you sown into the world, and have seen grow into wonderful harvests? Listen to the podcast... Read the transcript at ucc.org: https://www.ucc.org/into_the_mystic_ars_gratia_artis

The world is an artful place, if you stop and let yourself take it in from time to time. What are the things that you appreciate in God's grandeur of the world? Listen to the podcast.

Let us pay not silent homage but homage of faithful action to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and all others who shed their blood for justice and freedom. Listen to the podcast... Read the transcript at ucc.org: https://www.ucc.org/into_the_mystic_the_beloved_community

In these tumultuous times of divisiveness and rage, we need to open ourselves to God to makes us instruments of peace. What has God put in your heart to make you an instrument of God's peace? Listen to the podcast... Read the transcript at ucc.org: https://www.ucc.org/into_the_mystic_an_instrument_of_your_peace

Happy New Year! In this podcast, hear what John Dorhauer's Top 10 list of hopeful resolutions are for the world in 2020. Listen to the Podcast... Read the transcript at ucc.org: https://www.ucc.org/into_the_mystic_top_ten_resolutions_for_2020

Generation to generation, the traditions of Christmas are passed on. In what ways does your family share and pass on the experiences of love and light during the Holiday season? John Dorhauer shares his in this podcast...

For many, Christmas is a source of great joy. For others, the season can be filled with grief or sadness. We should recognize both, as the season can bring forth many emotions in different people, as you'll hear in this podcast...

This advent, do not fear the dark because the light is coming. How will Christ's light shine on you this Holiday season and into the new year? Listen to the podcast...

Music can be a spiritual channel. What kind of music or what artist touches your soul? Listen to the podcast...

Two war-torn cities on opposite sides in WWII eventually came together as sister cities years after the war. How can this story teach peace for those currently in conflict with each other? Listen to the podcast...

Time with loved ones, especially those we don't get to see often, is precious and we need to savor those moments. Hear more on the podcast.

Have you ever misplace your smartphone? It's an extremely uncomfortable feeling, isn't it, especially when it first happens. But as the day goes on and you get your mind off it just a little, it can be kind of a spiritual experience, because you kind of resign yourself to having to get along without it. Learn more on the podcast...

The changing seasons have a spiritual effect on some people. They can evoke fond memories of doing certain things during that time of year and weather, memories a certain season always bring forth. What memories does autumn evoke in you? Listen to the podcast...

Time away with your beloved is always good for rejuvenating your spirit and your relationship - the relationship with both your significant other and with your Creator. Listen to the podcast.

There is suffering all around the world. One of the things we can do to help relieve suffering is bear witness to a person's pain, to acknowledge that it exists and offer comfort. Listen to the podcast.

Enjoy this life, it's the only one you're given. God does not expect you to be riddled with guilt when you enjoy life. Listen to the podcast.

One of the wonderful things about worship in UCC churches is that it's done differently in every congregation. How does the local flavor add to the richness of worship at your church? Listen to the podcast.

There is a rest that we can come to know when grounded in the source of our being. Let God return you to your "base" so that your heart can find rest. (Listen to the podcast)

As our nation observes 400 years since slavery came to our shores, white American Christianity needs to recognize and purge this justification of evil. (Listen to the podcast)

It can be hard to find stories of kindness these days. It seems all we hear are arguing and sniping at each other for one reason or another. So, when a story of kindness comes around, don't hesitate to share it! The world can use as many stories of kindness as we can get. Listen to the podcast...

Let there be peace on Earth, and let it begin with me. These words are becoming more and more poignant and important in these days of violence, unrest and mistrust. Listen to the podcast...

The latest mass shootings and probable inaction by our government leaders may be enough to make you want to throw your hands in the air and give up. But resist doing that. In fact, as Christians we must do the opposite of giving up. Please listen to this special podcast.

How often do you stop and spend a moment just taking in God’s handiwork? It’s on full display every hour of every day. Listen to the podcast...