Gisela Kreglinger
Daughter of winemakers and grew up on a winery in Franconia, Germany. She is a Lutheran scholar and the author of Cup Overflowing, The Spirituality of Wine, and The Soul of Wine.
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Dec 29, 2024 • 1h 10min
144. Into Wine
Gisela Kreglinger, a former vintner and theologian with a PhD from St. Andrews University, dives into the rich cultural and spiritual significance of wine in Christianity. She explores its positive biblical references, debunks misconceptions about alcohol, and discusses drinking cultures in America versus Europe. The conversation touches on the role of wine in early Christianity, the impact of monastic traditions on winemaking, and the bittersweet journey of alcohol addiction. Gisela emphasizes community, mindful consumption, and the divine connection wine fosters.
Sep 8, 2025 • 45min
Cup Overflowing: How Christians Should Think about Wine
Gisela Kreglinger, a Lutheran scholar and winery daughter from Germany, dives into the spiritual abundance of wine. She discusses how wine weaves through Christian faith, enhancing community and fellowship. Gisela contrasts cultural perceptions of alcohol and highlights the dual narratives in the Bible about wine, including themes of vulnerability and judgment. She emphasizes the significance of communal meals in faith, recounts insights from her latest work, and reflects on the transformative joy that shared experiences bring to believers.
