The Order of the Mustard Seed Podcast

David Smith is an OMS member from the Waverley Abbey Area. David was an pilgrimage enthusiast until he suffered from a life altering stroke. In this episode David shares his passion for pilgrimage, and the creative ways he makes pilgrimage available to all. For more information about David's pilgrimages you can go to these sites: [1] This is an introduction the concept of “virtual pilgrimage”. https://pilgrimageoftheword.org.uk/blog/blog-aug-2023 [2] The link to the whole site is here, from which the above comes... https://pilgrimageoftheword.org.uk/ [3] This link is from Treacle Abbey website developed with a friend during Covid. The format of the pilgrimages is slightly different to the current Pilgrimage of the Word. However, they give a good idea of what we are hoping to develop further on new site. http://treacleabbey.wikidot.com/completed

Explore the intriguing history of Moravian communities founded by Count Insendorf in the 18th century and their unique approach to building tightly knit villages. Learn about the Moravians' pioneering education initiatives in Africa and the British Empire, their economic self-sufficiency through craftsmanship, and the architectural symbolism of their communities. Discover how these aspects can inspire OMS communities in the 21st century.

Exploring covenant communities with Phil Anderson, focusing on spiritual commitment and communal journey. Discussing vows, personal customary, and companions in the Order of the Mustard Seed. Delving into the impact of individualism on spirituality and enduring relationships in Christian faith. Highlighting enduring friendships and temporary intense companionship. Examining the model Christian community in the 1700s, emphasizing revival, reconciliation, and ethical leadership.

Sister Sally is a Benedictine nun from Mucknell Abbey – in our conversation we talk about her life of prayer, radical hospitality, and living in the love of Jesus.

Dr. Keith Foster – Keith oversees the Contemporary Chaplaincy program at Waverley Abbey College and in this episode we draw connections between the work of chaplaincy and the 6 practices. How can contemporary chaplaincy be a useful framework for us as we respond to God’s invitation to be true, be kind, and to go? For more information on chaplaincy check out this link: https://www.waverleyabbeycollege.ac.uk/contemporary-chaplaincy and watch this video https://youtu.be/BTnRsdGkTyU.

Over 100 people joined the Order of the Mustard Seed this year in vow ceremonies at the Belfast Gathering and around the world. Join us for this special edition podcast as Pete Greig and Jill Weber share with us more about what it means.

OMS and Celtic Christianity. This episode is a conversation between OMS member Steve Silvester and Canon Michael Mitton, author of ‘Restoring the Woven Cord - Strands of Celtic Christianity for the Church today’. Together they will talk about how Celtic Christianity can inform and support us in our OMS Vows and Practices.

Lisa is National Prayer Director for 24-7 Prayer USA and is a member of the OMS. In this episode we talk about her work in justice and racial reconciliation.

Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg – Hanneli is a member from the OMS in South Africa. In this episode, we talk about how the OMS Prayer watches helped her grow in prayer and in community, and how the OMS helped her discover and explore her creativity!

Graham Stuart is a member of the OMS and a cardiologist in Bristol, England. In this episode we talk about his transatlantic rowing adventure and how his OMS vows shaped him and his team during that time.