Wholly Ourselves

Ep 25 | How We Relate to Pride Month as Queer Christians

It's Pride Month! Rachel and Josh sit down for a discussion about Pride Month, its origins, their evolving relationships with the celebrations, and the reaction of Christians to the month.   Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/whollyourselves Subscribe to Josh's Monthly Substack: https://whollyourselves.org/#substack Ask a question or send a message: https://www.whollyourselves.org/podcast Credit: Our Theme Song is "Leave it All Behind" by The Transient Friends

Ep 24 | How Purity Culture Fueled Homophobia and Stigmatization in the Church

Rachel and Josh talk about purity culture, where it comes from, the ways it impacted them differently and the residual effects of it in our world today.    Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/whollyourselves Subscribe to Josh's Monthly Substack: https://whollyourselves.org/#substack Ask a question or send a message: https://www.whollyourselves.org/podcast Credit: Our Theme Song is "Leave it All Behind" by The Transient Friends

Ep 23 | What is Spiritual Direction, Really? (ft. Dr. Beth Broadbooks)

Josh sits down with Dr. Beth, spiritual director and teacher at Kairos University, to explore  spiritual direction. Together they unpack what spiritual direction actually is, how it differs from therapy and pastoral care, and why creating sacred space for God to speak is more powerful than any advice or answer a director could give. Whether you're curious about finding a spiritual director or considering becoming one yourself, this conversation will leave you with a deeper understanding of what it means to slow down, release control, and trust the Spirit. Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/whollyourselves Subscribe to Josh's Monthly Substack: https://whollyourselves.org/#substack Ask a question or send a message: https://www.whollyourselves.org/podcast Credit: Our Theme Song is "Leave it All Behind" by The Transient Friends

Ep 22 | How Culture War is Reshaping LGBTQ Inclusion in Churches (ft. Bill Henson)

Bill Henson, president of Posture Shift Ministries, joins Josh on the podcast to discuss the rising trends of culture war on LGBTQ issues in churches, the signs and impacts, and how best to respond to promote a gospel and missional posture. Check out Posture Shift's article "The Identity Crisis" here: https://postureshift.com/theidentitycrisis/ [https://postureshift.com/theidentitycrisis/] Posture Shift will be presenting at Exiles in Babylon later this month if you plan to be there be sure to connect with them and attend their presentation. Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/whollyourselves [https://patreon.com/whollyourselves] Subscribe to Josh's Monthly Substack: https://whollyourselves.org/#substack [https://whollyourselves.org/#substack] Ask a question or send a message: https://www.whollyourselves.org/podcast [https://www.whollyourselves.org/podcast] Credit: Our Theme Song is "Leave it All Behind" by The Transient Friends

Ep 21 | Did the Supreme Court Legalize Conversion Therapy? Unpacking the Case and It's Implications

A new Supreme Court ruling on conversion therapy could have far-reaching consequences—not just for LGBTQ people, but for how we understand therapy itself. In this episode, Josh and Rachel break down what actually happened, why it matters, and how it impacts faith, mental health, and the lives of queer Christians.   Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/whollyourselves [https://patreon.com/whollyourselves]   Subscribe to Josh's Monthly Substack: https://whollyourselves.org/#substack   Ask a question or send a message: https://www.whollyourselves.org/podcast   Credit: Our Theme Song is "Leave it All Behind" by The Transient Friends