Imagination Redeemed

In this episode (part 2 of 2), Brian Brown, Gustav Hoyer, and Benjamin Harding talk about the intergenerational nature of Christian creativity, and explore how film scores and children's stories show us how that works.The discussion includes:Why every generation in the church must leave a testimony of their time—failure to do so creates a void in cultural memoryHow Kalos Arts functions as a production company for Christian artists across multiple disciplines (music, visual art, written word), and believes art shouldn't remain inaccessible—people can develop appreciation through guided exposureHow film scores are great example of how this works; they serve as accessible entry points to classical musicWhy popular art forms like Harry Potter and The Hobbit demonstrate how "children's" stories can contain profound beauty

A bonus episode cross-posted from the Beauty Through Faith podcast! In this episode, part 1 of 2, Brian joins Benjamin Harding and Gustav Hower to say as many provocative things as possible, as quickly as possible. Things we talked about:Beauty as pursuit of God through the material world - How a beautiful girl became his doorway to understanding that pursuing beauty isn't separate from pursuing God—it's incarnational, found in both romantic love and the everyday physical world around us.The "You too? I thought I was the only one" moment - When the Anselm Society started hosting lectures on C.S. Lewis, Dostoevsky, and Christian architecture, people flooded in saying they'd always loved stories, music, and art but their churches had no explanation for why these things mattered to their faith.Feasting as theology in practice - How simple acts like preparing an abundant meal become a tangible way ordinary people participate in God's work of reconciliation."If we don't cry out His glory, the very stones will" - The church historically ran with Christ's statement by literally making architecture that causes tourists to hush in reverence—creating spaces where beauty itself preaches without words.The artist as servant, not hero - The Anselm Society teaches its Artists Guild members to shift from the cultural model of "artist as prophet" to "artist as gift-giver," creating not for hypothetical future audiences but as acts of love for real people in their communities right now.

Join renowned Canadian artist Josh Tiessen‬ for an inspiring evening at the Anselm Society as he shares his artistic journey and explores the intersection of Christian faith, wildlife art, and environmental stewardship.

Special edition in partnership with the Rabbit Room: how a healed relationship with food forms us to renew the world.Want to participate in Housemoot? Learn more.We were meant for life together. But the fallen world seeks to drive apart things that were meant to be together. People from God. Sexes and generations and tribes and individuals from each other. And the image of God from the rest of the creation (including food; through body image issues, food allergies, and McDonald's).Meanwhile, food features prominently in so many of our favorite stories—like Lord of the Rings, Wingfeather, Redwall, and Harry Potter. Why?In this episode, we'll delve into these fantastical realms to find a healed relationship with food—and reveal how eating can literally change how we do Christianity.

The world around us is quick to dismiss the past. And we Christians have sometimes been too quick to join our neighbors in writing things off that 'don't last.' But autumn is an opportunity to do something different: to recognize that our timeless God works in things that appear to be fleeting, and to consecrate moments for eternity.In this episode, Sarah and Brian talk with Anselm outreach coordinator Caroline Williams about our episode plans for the fall--what you can expect, and how to get YOUR questions answered on the show!Follow us on Substack:Imagination RedeemedCaroline Williams

We are called to participate in creation through communion, not control.Join us as we consider living in a world with talking trees. Through C.S. Lewis’s disenchanted Narnia, Brian Brown, Amy Baik Lee, and Sarah Howell explore the relationship between humanity and creation from a Christian perspective. This conversation unpacks the importance of recognizing the goodness of creation, the role of beauty in understanding God, and the need for a re-enchanted view of the world. And that ultimately, human beings were made to not only be present to the created order, uncover the layers of meaning within it, but also to participate in creation as an act of worship. __⁠Get tickets now for "A Long Expected Feast"⁠ -- Sept 19-20 2025 in Colorado Springs!

Malcolm Guite, a renowned poet and theologian, engages in a thought-provoking discussion on the art of stillness through the lens of pipe smoking. He emphasizes how intentional pauses can ground us amidst chaos, offering clarity and connection. The conversation intertwines memory, ritual, and poetry, revealing how cherished objects can anchor us in the present. Guite also reflects on the transformative power of silence, suggesting that true stillness prepares us for meaningful action and deeper relationships, making space for both contemplation and creativity.

What would it mean–for us, our families, and our vocations–if we could learn to be fully present?Join us as we explore the story of Taran Wanderer—a young man eager to skip to mastery but forced to learn that true craft begins with getting your hands dirty in the raw materials. Through Lloyd Alexander's tale of smithing, weaving, and pottery-making, we dive into why our souls, like Taran's hands, need to be trained in stillness before they can create anything worth keeping. From the decision fatigue of modern life to the machine expectations we place on ourselves, this conversation unpacks why we struggle to be present and offers practical wisdom for reclaiming the art of attention. Because sometimes the path to finding yourself isn't found in charging toward the next thing—it's discovered in learning to be fully present to what's right in front of you.__Get tickets now for "A Long Expected Feast" -- Sept 19-20 2025 in Colorado Springs!

An exploration of human vocation through the lens of one of Tolkien's most strange and mysterious characters. Featuring special guest C.R. Wiley, author of "In the House of Tom Bombadil."

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in the mundane while waiting for your "real" purpose to begin?In Disney's Encanto, Mirabel spends years wondering when she'll get her magical gift and finally enter the family story—only to discover she was already part of it all along. Like Mirabel, many of us view ordinary moments as distractions from the "real" important work of our lives, constantly waiting for that someday calling or dramatic purpose.But what if Christianity isn't about escaping the ordinary—what if it's about discovering the Great Story right in your kitchen sink?Join us as we explore how our daily faithfulness in seemingly mundane tasks isn't preparation for the Great Story—it's precisely how we enter the Great Story. Discover why there are no ordinary things, and how Christians can learn to mobilize the world immediately around them for the glory of God.