Stories & Other Things Holy

Top 10 from Season 1 - #8 - Epiphany: The Gift of Receiving God

Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2327340/open_sms] Welcome to #8 in our Top 10 Countdown of the most popular episodes of Season 1 - Epiphany: The Gift of Receiving God (Episode 12) Join us as we revisit this special Epiphany episode of Stories and Other Things Holy.  Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson dives into the profound mystery of the incarnation, reflecting on God’s vulnerability and what it means for us to truly receive the gift of divine love. In this heartfelt story, Terry recalls a personal encounter that illuminates the deep connection between giving, receiving, and participating in God’s work in the world. Together, we explore: The paradox of the wise men giving and receiving gifts. The transformative power of saying “yes” to God’s gifts. How our willingness to receive enables God’s work in the world. Richard Rohr (Amazon): https://amzn.to/4h5NSIz Sara Thomsen (Amazon): https://amzn.to/3PoBmrX 🟡 What resonated most with you? Share your thoughts below! 🟡 Join the conversation: Like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and loved ones. 📢 Learn more and support the podcast at: StoriesAndOtherThingsHoly.com 📧 Email us: connect@otherthingsholy.com ☕ Support us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy 💬 "God's capacity to be God in the world depends on our willingness to receive the gift." #StoriesAndOtherThingsHoly #EpiphanyReflections #GodsGift #ReceivingGodsLove #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #Podcast Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] 📱 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy [https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly]

Top 10 from Season 1 - #9 - "I Signed the Book of the Dead?!" A Lenten Wake-Up Call

Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2327340/open_sms] Top 10 from Season 1 - #9 - "I Signed the Book of the Dead?!" A Lenten Wake-Up Call In Episode 22 of Stories and Other Things Holy, Terry recounts a funeral visit that took an unexpected turn when he accidentally signed the “Book of the Dead.” Far from a grim tale, this lighthearted moment leads to profound insights on the Lenten season, our mortality, and how embracing both can ignite hope. In This Episode, We Explore: * Terry’s near-death experience and how it reshaped his outlook * The comedic yet meaningful mishap of signing the “Book of the Dead” * How Lent invites us to “preregister” our own mortality * The balance between remembering death and celebrating life * The spiritual practice of facing our human limitations with hope Key Takeaways: * Engaging with our own mortality can deepen our appreciation for life * Humor often arises in unexpected places, even at a funeral * Lent as a season of reflection, humility, and spiritual preparation * Remembering death isn’t morbid—it’s a call to live more fully Join us on this journey of healing, grace, and renewal. If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, share your thoughts in the comments, and consider joining our email newsletter for more reflections and grace-ercises. Visit our website: https://storiesandotherthingsholy.com/ [https://storiesandotherthingsholy.com/] Support us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] 📱 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy [https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly] Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] 📱 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy [https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly]

Top 10 from Season 1 - #10 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes

Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2327340/open_sms] Top 10 from Season 1 - #10 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes #PopeFrancis [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/popefrancis] #EasterMonday [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/eastermonday] #Easter2025 [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/easter2025] #ChristianPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianpodcast] #ResurrectionHope [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/resurrectionhope] #StoriesAndOtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/storiesandotherthingsholy] #ActsOfKindness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/actsofkindness] #GraceInFailure [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/graceinfailure] #FaithStories [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/faithstories] #UnsungHeroes [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/unsungheroes] #HopeAndGrief [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hopeandgrief] #CatholicContent [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/catholiccontent] #GomerPyleQuote [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gomerpylequote] #EasterReflection [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/easterreflection] #SurpriseGrace [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/surprisegrace] Episode 27 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes On this Easter Monday—one filled with both hope and grief following the passing of Pope Francis—we reflect on a story that reminds us what resurrection really looks like: surprise, grace, and the tender solidarity of “I’ve been there. You’ll be okay.” In this episode, Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a story of a young mother overwhelmed by life, a black trash bag full of burned pans, and a mysterious act of kindness that transforms failure into grace. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes of story, reflection, and grace. 🌐 Join the community and newsletter: https://storiesandotherthingsholy.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnNvODZXYVZ4QmdjYzVLN3BXQmtZeUVVQjFrUXxBQ3Jtc0tsSmdmWGhWby1OVjFLMlQzblVsaW9CQ28tUGdmend3dUI5RXhwMWVNZWZqcGp6X2h6YWNLOFhyTWNoVUxnc3pnVHVnZUtjWlpTemktaHNsNzNZUjJxYWN5NUJaNnVuZG10aVhERE1sX25PM2hoZmR4MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fstoriesandotherthingsholy.com%2F&v=sejxFah3Q6M] 💛 Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesholy [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbG9VTlVuaGtLZENQMHpfTUxtVGVuT1JrSTBQZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuU0Fld3lWTmhYMnFlMTJWMFZxRV9LWVF3UVphMnM5YXE0aWRfT1V5NmRucGxCWS00eXZkeHJiZlZiX1R0QUcxYUVONmd5Yno1cHR0UExwT2FFWFdKNmtWZ01ZQmhZS1M3a1g3UUcwV3BMOE10YVRXMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbuymeacoffee.com%2Fstoriesholy&v=sejxFah3Q6M] ⏱️ Chapter Markers [0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sejxFah3Q6M]] – Easter Monday Reflection [1:44 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sejxFah3Q6M&t=104s]] – What Easter Is Really About [2:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sejxFah3Q6M&t=168s]] – Meet the Young Mother [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sejxFah3Q6M&t=285s Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] 📱 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy [https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly]

Why Dance is Essential for Your Spiritual Health – Pentecost Stories That Inspire

Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2327340/open_sms] Celebrate Pentecost in a uniquely powerful way with this special episode featuring Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson. Through three deeply moving stories—ranging from family bonds to overcoming profound grief—you'll explore the spiritual invitation to dance with joy and resilience, embodying the essence of Pentecost. 📌 Chapters: * 0:00 - Welcome & Introduction * 1:02 - The First Dance: Uncle Bob’s Touching Request * 4:47 - Story of Resilience: Poet Gregory Orr’s Journey * 8:05 - Dancing Through Adversity: A Father’s Love During COVID * 10:44 - Reflection: Pentecost and the Invitation to Dance * 12:32 - Special Announcement & Future of the Podcast 🔔 Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the BELL icon for notifications on future episodes! ✨ Engage with us: * Which story resonated most with you? Comment below! * Participate in our poll: "Which dance story inspired you most today?" 🌟 Explore More: * Visit our website: Stories and Other Things Holy [http://storiesandotherthingsholy.com/] * Email feedback: connect@otherthingsholy.com Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] 📱 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy [https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly]

What Happens After We Die? A Heartfelt Story About the Mystery of Love

Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2327340/open_sms] What Happens After We Die? A Heartfelt Story About the Mystery of Love When we lose someone we love, we're often left with the haunting question: "Where are they now?" In this deeply moving episode of Stories and Other Things Holy, Terry shares his journey from complex theological questions to beautifully simple truth. 📖 CHAPTER MARKERS: 00:00 - Introduction: The Power of Simple Spirituality 01:14 - Kate Braestrup's Memoir: A Line That Changed Everything 02:16 - Becoming an Orphan: The Universal Question 03:49 - 3AM Questions and NPR Sundays 05:22 - The Moment Everything Became Clear 06:30 - Where Love Lives: Visiting Our Departed 07:36 - Closing Reflection 💭 REFLECTION QUESTIONS: * How do you find comfort when grieving the loss of loved ones? * What does "God is love, literally" mean to you? * How has your spirituality become simpler over time? 📚 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: * "Zapped" by Kate Braestrup * Krista Tippett's "On Being" (NPR) 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly stories that connect us to the sacred in everyday life 💬 COMMENT below: What simple truth has transformed your understanding? 👍 LIKE if this story resonated with your heart Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholy] 📱 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholy] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy [https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholy] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy [https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholy] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholy/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly [https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly]