Faith Disrupted

Our last in our doubt miniseries, we discuss what we loved about our interview with Nicole Conner.

What a joy and inspiration it was to chat with Nicole Conner – a wise and knowledgable voice on the subject of doubt. We ask her about her own journey, and she shares with us some of her thoughts, discoveries and resources from her wrestle with conservative faith. Nicole blogs at www.nicoleconner.com.au.

We affectionately refer to this as our 'how to' or 'tips and tricks' episode! Our fourth in this series on doubt, we chat about the ways we're navigating through this season; the people and practices we have found helpful in leading us through the uncertainty.

In the third episode in our mini-series on doubt, we look at where doubt birthed for us. What were the instigating factors, or the questions that started the niggly feelings of doubt in us? References We had a Konmari moment with both this article in the Babylon Bee, and Nicole Conner's insightful article on her blog. Ursh referenced the always amazing Brene Brown's Rising Strong. As well as her interview with Krista Tippet on On Being. Julia Baird's article on faith and doubt remains a go-to for this subject. And if you watch just one thing this week, make it this interview with the articulate Lisa Gungor.

Finding yourself wading through questions and doubts can be a tough and lonely time. But it's not all bad. In this pod we talk about the positive side of the journey - the discoveries and revelations that make it all worth it.

This is our first mini-series for the year. Doubt. It's where we started. The doubt, the disruption, that got us a little uncomfy with our safe, Christian lives in the first place. What is it, where does it come from, and what can we do to keep a hold on faith while wrestling with doubt?

Please enjoy this quick little summary of all the good things we’ve been reading/watching/doing. And jump over to Facebook to let us know what we should read/watch/do next!!

Oh yeah, we went there. Join us as we have a relatively light-hearted and somewhat awkward discussion about money. Is it the root of all evil, or simply the means to an end? Let us know your profound thoughts over on Facebook.

A special extra episode for you this week – Michelle interviews John Beckett from Seed, an organisation that helps Christians align their lives with God’s purpose for them. A big thanks to JB for doing this interview twice! The first time round their voices were completely wiped out by the wind – oops! And check out www.seed.org.au for more information on their story and how they help people achieve positive social change.

We deep dive into our topic this week! Following on from the last ep, we discuss calling further and talk about some helpful resources we have come across. Much to read! Much to listen to! Go forth and educate thyself! Show notes Ursh and Michelle swear by Parker Palmer’s (NOT Peter Parker’s) book, Let Your Life Speak. What Color Is Your Parachute is a great resource for aligning your passions with your career. And The Hero’s Journey by Joseph Campbell seems to pop up a lot in convos re calling. We all loved Elizabeth Gilbert’s chat with Oprah about calling as well as her TED talk on genius, AND her musings on curiosity on the On Being podcast. All hail Queen Elizabeth. Brene Brown can do no wrong, and this piece on the midlife unraveling is exquisite. Shell told us about the fabulous Seed which helps people and organisations find where they can contribute meaningfully to the world. Sarah Bessey writes beautifully on calling on her blog. Tam found two podcasts that explore calling and how to pursue it: Jeff Goins’ The Portfolio Life, and Dan Cumberland’s The Meaning Movement.