Rethinking Faith

This week Andrew M. Davis returns to the podcast to discuss his new book, "Metaphysics of Exo-Life: Toward a Constructive Whiteheadian Cosmotheology". We take a deep dive into the Cosmos that we find ourselves in and take a serious look at the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Are there aliens out there? What does that do to our theology? What does that do to our conception of the Divine? We ask all these questions and more. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Metaphysics of Exo-Life (Book) Andrew's Website The Center for Process Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fr. Derek Miller, a former Evangelical turned Episcopal priest, shares his inspiring journey navigating faith and identity. He delves into the complexities of transitioning between church traditions, highlighting the role of empathy and loss in reshaping beliefs. The conversation reveals how urban connections and inclusive communities have transformed their understanding of faith. Fr. Derek emphasizes the Episcopal Church's commitment to diversity and social justice, making it a welcoming space for those seeking spiritual authenticity.

This week I am joined by Dr. Laura E. Anderson to discuss religious trauma and the impact of high-control religion. Dr. Anderson has a new book called "When Religion Hurts You: Healing from Religious Trauma and the Impact of High-Control Religion".  We hear a bit of Dr. Anderson's story, discuss trauma, religious trauma, adverse religious experiences and how we can begin to heal from such things. Religious trauma is trauma and Dr. Anderson provides helpful tools and resources to do the difficult work of healing. Enjoy! Resources: When Religion Hurts You (Book) Religious Trauma Institute Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery DrLauraAnderson.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, on (Over)thinking Faith I have another edition of 20ish Q's. I invited my friends Kristen & Sarey of TidyCo Creative to come hang out on the show and tag-team my 20ish questions. We had a lot of fun and I hope you have as much fun listening as we did hanging out and recording. Enjoy! Resources: TidyCo Creative Join the Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The understanding of God that many Christians insist is so clear in the Bible makes faith seem like an all-or-nothing proposition. When much of that rigid projection seems in doubt, it’s not surprising that many people leave behind this take-it-or-leave-it religion. This week I am joined by Mark Feldmeir to discuss his new book "Life After God: Finding Faith When You Can't Believe Anymore". What do we do when our image of God is no longer viable? Mark asks all the big theological questions and provides a beautiful, constructive way forward. Life after God offers glimpses of the ineffable God, who can emerge when we forget what we think we’re supposed to believe about God and open us up to the mystery, wonder, and compelling love we crave. This was easily one of my favorite books I have read in a long time. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.  Resources:  Life After God (Book) MarkFeldmeir.Com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I had the pleasure of being joined by Kenneth McIntosh to discuss his new book, "Oak and Lotus: Celtic Christian Spirituality in the Light of Eastern Wisdom". In this conversation, Kenneth takes us on an adventure through Celtic Christian Spirituality in conversation with the great wisdom and spiritualities of the East; Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism. Enjoy! Resources: Oak and Lotus (Book) Kenneth McIntosh Author Page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the conversation about 'Camping with Kierkegaard' with J. Aaron Simmons as we explore the concept of finitude and existential questions. Delve into personal growth, solidarity, and vulnerability in a deeply philosophical and pragmatic discussion.

This week I am joined by Matthias Roberts to discuss his new book "Holy Runaways: Rediscovering Faith After Being Burned by Religion". This is a book for anybody who is feeling ignored, oppressed, or rejected by their religious community or the church.  Matthias is a psychotherapist who has brought together his own story, research on religious trauma, and new interpretations of popular Christian parables to offer a book that is deeply empathetic and compassionate.  I had a great time hanging out with Matthias and really enjoyed our conversation. I hope you find it as helpful as I did! Enjoy. Resources: Holy Run Aways (Book)  MatthiasRoberts.com Join the Patreon Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I am joined by Deanna M. Young to discuss her new book "Umblaming God: Interpreting the Old Testament Through the Lens of Jesus Christ."  The Old Testament is filled with stories that depict God as one who demands and even commits horrifying acts of violence. The New Testament tells us that when we’ve seen Jesus, we’ve seen God—and yet Jesus never demands or commits acts of violence. How do we make sense of this? Using Open and Relational Theology, Deanna presents alternative in- interpretations to four Old Testament stories—Noah and the Flood, God “telling” Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, Canaanite genocide, and the book of Job. These new interpretations better reflect God as love, not as a God of control. Enjoy! Resources: Unblaming God (book)  Join our Patreon Come to Theology Beer Camp! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jared Morningstar joins me for some metaphysical musings... Oh yeah, it's nerdy all right! What would happen if a process philosopher walked into a bar with a Neoplatonist? I'm not entirely sure, to be honest... but maybe it could look something like this? Enjoy! Resources: JaredMorningstar.com Center For Process Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices