Clear & Loud with Josh Harris Building Community Without Church (with Sarah Wildeman)
Aug 11, 2025
In a captivating conversation, Sarah Wildeman, a leadership coach and founder of Our Common, discusses the essence of community beyond church settings. She explores the deep longing for connections and the distinction between friendships and true community. Reflecting on her background in ecology, she draws parallels between nurturing relationships and growing a garden. Sarah emphasizes shared values, rituals, and the emotional journey of rebuilding community, offering practical advice for those seeking intentional relationships in today's disconnected world.
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Friends Versus Community
- Sarah distinguishes having friends from being part of a community that knows each other.
- She wants a collective gathered around a shared commitment, not isolated friendships.
Grief After Leaving Church
- People leaving church often miss its ready-made shared purpose and values.
- That absence produces real grief and longing for deep communal belonging.
Why She Started The Course
- Sarah created the Our Common Life course because she wanted others to move from theory to action.
- She invited people to reimagine practical neighborhood village life and build it together.