Top 10 from Season 1 - #8 - Epiphany: The Gift of Receiving God
Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. 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/4h5NSIzSara 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: [email protected]☕ 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 #PodcastSupport the show📱 Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly
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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. Top 10 from Season 1 - #9 - "I Signed the Book of the Dead?!" A Lenten Wake-Up CallIn 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 outlookThe comedic yet meaningful mishap of signing the “Book of the Dead”How Lent invites us to “preregister” our own mortalityThe balance between remembering death and celebrating lifeThe spiritual practice of facing our human limitations with hopeKey Takeaways:Engaging with our own mortality can deepen our appreciation for lifeHumor often arises in unexpected places, even at a funeralLent as a season of reflection, humility, and spiritual preparationRemembering death isn’t morbid—it’s a call to live more fullyJoin 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/Support us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/otherthingsholySupport the show📱 Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHolySupport the show📱 Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly
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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. Top 10 from Season 1 - #10 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes#PopeFrancis #EasterMonday #Easter2025 #ChristianPodcast #ResurrectionHope #StoriesAndOtherThingsHoly #ActsOfKindness #GraceInFailure #FaithStories #UnsungHeroes #HopeAndGrief #CatholicContent #GomerPyleQuote #EasterReflection #SurpriseGraceEpisode 27 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty DishesOn 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💛 Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesholy⏱️ Chapter Markers[0:00] – Easter Monday Reflection[1:44] – What Easter Is Really About[2:48] – Meet the Young Mother[Support the show📱 Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly
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Why Dance is Essential for Your Spiritual Health – Pentecost Stories That Inspire
Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. 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 & Introduction1:02 - The First Dance: Uncle Bob’s Touching Request4:47 - Story of Resilience: Poet Gregory Orr’s Journey8:05 - Dancing Through Adversity: A Father’s Love During COVID10:44 - Reflection: Pentecost and the Invitation to Dance12:32 - 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 HolyEmail feedback: [email protected] the show📱 Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly
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What Happens After We Die? A Heartfelt Story About the Mystery of Love
Send Terry and Joshua a text using this link. What Happens After We Die? A Heartfelt Story About the Mystery of LoveWhen 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 BraestrupKrista 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 heartSupport the show📱 Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherthingsholyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherthingsholyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@otherthingsholyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/otherthingsholyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherThingsHoly
Stories & Other Things Holy is a podcast that believes in the transformative power of stories. Each week, we gather to share tales and conversations that remind us how stories can open our hearts, challenge our perceptions, and connect us deeply to our humanity.Hosted by Joshua Minden and featuring principal storyteller Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson, each episode invites listeners into the sacred space of narrative. With humor, humility, and wisdom, Terry and Joshua explore life's big questions, joys, struggles, and surprises—always seeking grace in the ordinary and the profound. Rooted in perennial wisdom and Catholic spirituality, the podcast explores universal themes such as hope, joy, compassion, community, and the unexpected ways God’s infinite love shows up in everyday life.Whether you're seeking comfort amidst life's messiness, inspiration for deeper reflection, or simply a good story that might change how you see the world, Stories & Other Things Holy offers a welcoming and enriching retreat.Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app, and visit StoriesandOtherThingsHoly.com to sign up for our newsletter, featuring weekly reflections, prayer prompts, and "grace-ercises" designed to deepen your engagement. Join our growing community and discover how the right story at the right moment can make all the difference.
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