Encountering Silence

A conversation with spiritual writer and teacher Marilyn McEntyre, author of books like "Caring for Words in a Culture of Lies."

Maki Ashe Van Steenwyk, author and executive director of the Center for Prophetic Imagination, shares their journey from activism to virtual conversations. They discuss the positive and negative aspects of silence, the power of prophetic imagination in activism, the discourse around natural law and the transgender experience, embracing queerness and challenging societal norms, and exploring the duality of existence through a wise squirrel. The hosts express gratitude and call for support.

A conversation with Buddhist author and former nun Kaira Jewel Lingo.

A conversation with Dr. Joy Schroeder, co-author of "Voices Long Silenced"

We speak with noted contemplative translator Carmen Acevedo Butcher on the occasion of her latest mystical translation: Brother Lawrence's "Practice of the Presence."

A conversation with Servite Sister Joyce Rupp, author of many books including "Return to the Root: Reflections on the Inner Life."

The Reverend Sarah Lund returns to Encountering Silence to share with us insights from her latest book, "Blessed Youth."

A conversation with noted author and activist Jacqui Lewis to celebrate the publication of "Fierce Love."

A conversation with award-winning poet and children's author Nikki Grimes.

Amy Frykholm, an American writer and senior editor for The Christian Century, discusses her books on American religion, including her newest release 'Wild Woman: A Footnote, the Desert, and My Quest for an Elusive Saint.' She explores the connection between silence and Christianity, the transformative power of nature, similarities between Tibetan Buddhism and Christianity, and her relationship with silence through poetry. The podcast also touches on the process of publishing and invites support on Patreon.