Spirituality Matters with Rev Karla

How Speaker Mike Johnson Endangered a Newborn and Punished a New Mother MAGA Christians love to call themselves the party of “family values,” but when it comes to actually supporting families, their hypocrisy is on full display. In this episode, I break down the latest example—how Speaker Mike Johnson forced a new mother, U.S. Representative Brittany Petterson, to choose between doing her job and protecting her newborn’s health. This isn’t just about outdated policies—it’s about power, control, and the ongoing war on women in the workplace. If you’ve ever questioned the true motives behind the so-called “pro-life” movement, this conversation is for you. 🔗 Listen in and let’s talk about it. 📩 Want more conversations like this? Subscribe to my Substack [https://substack.com/@revkarla] for in-depth reflections and ongoing discussions. 📖 My book Deconstructing: Leaving Church, Finding Faith [https://shop.revkarla.com/collections/healing-and-support-collection/products/deconstructing-leaving-church-finding-faith] is out now!

2023 was a year filled with its share of challenges and surprises. I've titled our last teaching of the year: “Spiritual Reset,” drawing inspiration from some of my past writings and experiences, and I am sharing this teaching on my Podcast. In this teaching, I invite you to join me in reflecting on the significant moments of 2023 and how they've shaped us. Let's set intentions for personal growth and transformation as we gently step into 2024, embracing the incredible power of choice. It's a chance for us to nurture our spiritual well-being as we close out the year. Wishing you a Happy New Year.    I'll see you in 2024. For a list of full resources for this episode visit us online:  Rev Karla's Podcast → https://revkarla.com/podcast/ [https://revkarla.com/podcast/] For more information and support along your spiritual journey visit our links below ↓  IG → https://www.instagram.com/revkarla/ [https://www.instagram.com/revkarla/] TT → https://www.tiktok.com/@revkarla [https://www.tiktok.com/@revkarla] FB → https://www.facebook.com/reverendkarla/ [https://www.facebook.com/reverendkarla/] Buy Rev Karla a Tea → https://www.buymeacoffee.com/revkarla [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/revkarla] Shop Rev Karla’s Online Store: shop.revkarla.com *Podcast Channels*  To submit questions for Rev Karla’s Podcast email us → spiritualitymatters@revkarla.com  #podcast #spiritualitymatters #exvangelcial #exchristian #spiritualnotreligious #spiritual #spirituality #revkarla #leavingchurch #theology #religioustrauma #leavingchristianity #deconstructingfaith #religiouspatriarchy

Rev Karla's new podcast titled: "A Practical Spirituality: Finding Holy in Your Everyday," helps those seeking a deeper connection to their spirituality beyond the confines of traditional religious institutions. Rev Karla begins by sharing her personal experiences and insights on leaving the church and beginning a path of practical spirituality.   She reflects on the challenges and joys of transitioning from a life deeply intertwined with the church to rediscovering the sacred in everyday moments. She shares how she found profound moments of connection, peace, and meaning in the seemingly ordinary, from sipping a latte on a park bench to exploring the mysteries of the divine.   Practical spirituality can enrich your life, nurture inner growth, and empower you to make a positive impact on the world. Embrace your unique spiritual journey, question, explore, and find the holy in your everyday experiences.   You can read the blog [https://revkarla.com/practical-spirituality/] version of this episode, listen on all streaming platforms [https://revkarla.com/podcast/], or watch the uncut version on our YouTube channel Spirituality Matters [https://youtu.be/wCtcVDJP900] with Rev Karla. Please don't forget to like and subscribe!   For a list of full resources for this episode visit us online:  Rev Karla's Podcast → https://revkarla.com/podcast/ [https://revkarla.com/podcast/]   For more information and support along your spiritual journey visit our links below ↓  IG → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWZORHprMzlyZFFKYzl6RUx5TmFIVHkyMFB4UXxBQ3Jtc0trRnBJSERKSE9BUXNPcWFLdDViVW91MUtJN0NfU3NneGdIbE0ySHpvZjVYVXFCVXNOQmp2RGhUTlZfMVVFUHNYQWZNTk1MSDBBNHRheVcyLU9OZDRiTzM3c1UyaERmWUcxdmVkUlFJdUI3cXRzcXQ4NA&q=http%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Frevkarla%2F&v=mxxFbx423j4https://www.instagram.com/revkarla/ [https://www.instagram.com/revkarla/] TT → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa19yODNycWZnYzZFal9NWER1ZHlNUUphbjc2d3xBQ3Jtc0tsRFpJWWNRQ0UtbzdIbC1vLTYwaDFrdmFjU19DYmZHbjZLSjhtUTAxcUJ6T0p0dzhveG96WjBMcmMxVEF4S1lWTm1BNG9RQlBsTlVueFZnLVloLXRPZzRtOGJoNFA5RGU2bkpMcmMtYW5aSWlXamZUVQ&q=http%3A%2F%2Ftiktok.com%2F%40revkarla%3Flang%3Den&v=mxxFbx423j4https://www.tiktok.com/@revkarla [https://www.tiktok.com/@revkarla] FB → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVVyeVVkZVkzYkVSOE43bFFkZXBmQ2lwM2FvZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsTlNXSWU0TW9Eaks1cGZLeTd6N0NXQmJ3TUVac0hEc0ZyVldwenRjZ2Y3bGhnWXgxN2RBaEVwTVR6eDNSVGtyX1BJSEFicW1Pa1kwVEZLUmh0aXlIYmxxdkt3ZHNnb3BRdVNPN1pkUWlLLTdtTEs0OA&q=http%3A%2F%2Ffacebook.com%2Freverendkarla%2F&v=mxxFbx423j4https://www.facebook.com/reverendkarla/ [https://www.facebook.com/reverendkarla/] Buy Rev Karla a Tea → https://www.buymeacoffee.com/revkarla [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/revkarla]   Shop Rev Karla’s Online Store: shop.revkarla.com [http://shop.revkarla.com]   *Podcast Channels*  Apple → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUhQbERyS1RuLUluZldJWFZUcEJTNXg1Si10UXxBQ3Jtc0tueUFxMjQ2Y0F6V3pGTUk5YTlwVjRkMjFiNnNLVkEzSDhrdVVEajA0dE9ONEVDM09ub1g0N1FuQkMybDliaXo2cWdPNEZfcjZsdXRsazVCNU1iOW1QQmhhMXZIMDFaS0VZWEhtbk9sZXNYTGZoV3k5NA&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2F..&v=mxxFbx423j4https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirituality-matters-with-rev-karla/id1532612816 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirituality-matters-with-rev-karla/id1532612816] Spotify → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDJBTWxFdWZveTNVVTk0QWU1R1dnS0RWZ2tOZ3xBQ3Jtc0trMHlweWxQaFNVcjNzTEltcjlhWjJlSHRlSm1LNDRza2lCc2VZQTUxMVh2WWoyQ2lveVFoVW1RNjJEaVNNNEZ1RzhuMlV1aVFLVjdwS1RhYjJ6V3pGRElrZkJ4R2xwLUtSczE1Nzl6QWt6ZXFjNXBMbw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F6YCTW5kd..&v=mxxFbx423j4https://open.spotify.com/show/6YCTW5kdJW0BIaKwTAp5jO [https://open.spotify.com/show/6YCTW5kdJW0BIaKwTAp5jO] Google → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3NwaXJpdHVhbGl0eW1hdHRlcnMvZmVlZC54bWw [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3NwaXJpdHVhbGl0eW1hdHRlcnMvZmVlZC54bWw]   To submit questions for Rev Karla’s Podcast email us → spiritualitymatters@revkarla.com [spiritualitymatters@revkarla.com]  [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast]   #podcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast] #spiritualitymatters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/spiritualitymatters] #exvangelcial [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/exvangelcial] #exchristian [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/exchristian] #spiritualnotreligious [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/spiritualnotreligious] #spiritual [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/spiritual] #spirituality [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/spirituality] #revkarla [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/revkarla] #leavingchurch [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/leavingchurch] #theology [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/theology] #religioustrauma [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/religioustrauma] #leavingchristianity [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/leavingchristianity] #deconstructingfaith [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/deconstructingfaith] #religiouspatriarchy

In this episode, Rev Karla discuss the intricate layers of grief. Grief isn't a one-size-fits-all process; it's a lifelong journey that impacts us all at some point. It's not just about losing a loved one; it can be triggered by various life events, from relationship endings to significant societal shifts. Rev Karla challenges the traditional "five stages of grief" model, highlighting that it's not as linear as we once thought. Instead, think of grief as a winding path, often unpredictable and non-linear.   Throughout the episode, Rev Karla offers practical advice on how to cope with grief, while stressing the importance of acknowledging and honoring grief through meaningful rituals and altars that allow us to remember our lost loved ones. She also discusses how grief can be transformed into action, personal growth, or advocacy, sharing real-life examples of this transformation. This podcast encourages us to embrace our grief with compassion and seek support when needed understanding that grief is part of our human experience.   You can read the Blog [https://revkarla.com/living-on-the-edge-of-life-the-silent-sacrifices-of-the-selfless/] version of this episode, listen on all streaming platforms [https://revkarla.com/podcast/], or watch the uncut version on our YouTube channel Spirituality Matters [https://youtu.be/jmp0pDFvj2w] with Rev Karla. 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In this special podcast episode we are sharing a Sunday teaching from Rev Karla exploring the sacredness of the holiday season. December holds a multitude of holy days, not just for Christians, but for all of humanity. As we enter this busy season, it's crucial to prioritize self-care and pause to find the sacredness in the small moments.   Sundays with Rev Karla is a weekly teaching program. Each Sunday we release a new teaching video, alongside journaling worksheets to help expand on the materials. Teaching themes change weekly and everything is delivered directly to your email. You can learn more HERE. [https://revkarla.com/memberships/memberships]   For a list of full resources for this episode visit us online:  Rev Karla's Podcast → https://revkarla.com/podcast/ [https://revkarla.com/podcast/]   For more information and support along your spiritual journey visit our links below ↓  IG → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWZORHprMzlyZFFKYzl6RUx5TmFIVHkyMFB4UXxBQ3Jtc0trRnBJSERKSE9BUXNPcWFLdDViVW91MUtJN0NfU3NneGdIbE0ySHpvZjVYVXFCVXNOQmp2RGhUTlZfMVVFUHNYQWZNTk1MSDBBNHRheVcyLU9OZDRiTzM3c1UyaERmWUcxdmVkUlFJdUI3cXRzcXQ4NA&q=http%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Frevkarla%2F&v=mxxFbx423j4https://www.instagram.com/revkarla/ [https://www.instagram.com/revkarla/] TT → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa19yODNycWZnYzZFal9NWER1ZHlNUUphbjc2d3xBQ3Jtc0tsRFpJWWNRQ0UtbzdIbC1vLTYwaDFrdmFjU19DYmZHbjZLSjhtUTAxcUJ6T0p0dzhveG96WjBMcmMxVEF4S1lWTm1BNG9RQlBsTlVueFZnLVloLXRPZzRtOGJoNFA5RGU2bkpMcmMtYW5aSWlXamZUVQ&q=http%3A%2F%2Ftiktok.com%2F%40revkarla%3Flang%3Den&v=mxxFbx423j4https://www.tiktok.com/@revkarla [https://www.tiktok.com/@revkarla] FB → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVVyeVVkZVkzYkVSOE43bFFkZXBmQ2lwM2FvZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsTlNXSWU0TW9Eaks1cGZLeTd6N0NXQmJ3TUVac0hEc0ZyVldwenRjZ2Y3bGhnWXgxN2RBaEVwTVR6eDNSVGtyX1BJSEFicW1Pa1kwVEZLUmh0aXlIYmxxdkt3ZHNnb3BRdVNPN1pkUWlLLTdtTEs0OA&q=http%3A%2F%2Ffacebook.com%2Freverendkarla%2F&v=mxxFbx423j4https://www.facebook.com/reverendkarla/ [https://www.facebook.com/reverendkarla/] Buy Rev Karla a Tea → https://www.buymeacoffee.com/revkarla [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/revkarla]   Shop Rev Karla’s Online Store: shop.revkarla.com [http://shop.revkarla.com]   *Podcast Channels*  Apple → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUhQbERyS1RuLUluZldJWFZUcEJTNXg1Si10UXxBQ3Jtc0tueUFxMjQ2Y0F6V3pGTUk5YTlwVjRkMjFiNnNLVkEzSDhrdVVEajA0dE9ONEVDM09ub1g0N1FuQkMybDliaXo2cWdPNEZfcjZsdXRsazVCNU1iOW1QQmhhMXZIMDFaS0VZWEhtbk9sZXNYTGZoV3k5NA&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2F..&v=mxxFbx423j4https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirituality-matters-with-rev-karla/id1532612816 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirituality-matters-with-rev-karla/id1532612816] Spotify → https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDJBTWxFdWZveTNVVTk0QWU1R1dnS0RWZ2tOZ3xBQ3Jtc0trMHlweWxQaFNVcjNzTEltcjlhWjJlSHRlSm1LNDRza2lCc2VZQTUxMVh2WWoyQ2lveVFoVW1RNjJEaVNNNEZ1RzhuMlV1aVFLVjdwS1RhYjJ6V3pGRElrZkJ4R2xwLUtSczE1Nzl6QWt6ZXFjNXBMbw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F6YCTW5kd..&v=mxxFbx423j4https://open.spotify.com/show/6YCTW5kdJW0BIaKwTAp5jO [https://open.spotify.com/show/6YCTW5kdJW0BIaKwTAp5jO] Google → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3NwaXJpdHVhbGl0eW1hdHRlcnMvZmVlZC54bWw [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3NwaXJpdHVhbGl0eW1hdHRlcnMvZmVlZC54bWw]   To submit questions for Rev Karla’s Podcast email us → spiritualitymatters@revkarla.com [spiritualitymatters@revkarla.com]  [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast]