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Ep. 34 - Contemplative Practice through Centering Prayer

Erin and Kelley invite Rich and Jim onto the show to discuss the idea of centering prayer and contemplative outreach. Often thought of as a form of meditation, this idea of centering oneself is a key component of the 11th Step in AA (Episode 31), relational theology (Ep 32), and the theology of consent (Ep 33).

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Ep. 29 - “The Anxious Generation”

Kelley Weber and Erin Sucher-O’Grady discuss Dr. Jonathan Haidt’s newest book, The Anxious Generation. Haidt compiles research suggesting that social media, smart phones, and over-protective parenting have completely rewired the minds of young people.

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Ep. 25 - How to Know a Person Part 2

(A)Theist Podcast hosts Erin Sucher-O’Grady and Kelley Weber are joined by their producer as the three long-time friends play “Where Should We Begin” by Esther Perel. We had a lot of fun and, despite knowing each other for years, still managed to learn a LOT more about each other!

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Ep. 24 - How to Know a Person Part 1

(A)Theist hosts Erin Sucher-O’Grady and Kelley Weber discuss the book “How To Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen” by David Brooks.

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Ep. 23 - Making Change Happen Part 3

Erin Sucher-O’Grady and Kelley Weber reflect on making change, specifically the good people at Bridge of Hope STL who are doing so much positive good in the region.

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Ep. 22 - Making Change Happen: Bridge of Hope St. Louis

Erin Sucher-O’Grady and Kelley Weber welcome Kelli Braggs and Deb Wiens to (A)Theist. Kelli and Deb are two leaders of Bridge of Hope Ministries in St. Louis. This organization actively working to bring medical respite care to the area.

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Ep. 21 - How Does Change Happen?

(A)Theist Podcast hosts Erin Sucher-O’Grady and Kelley Weber launch another three-part miniseries on making change happen in local communities.

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Ep. 19 - Women in the Church - Part 2: Linda Pieczynski

Erin Sucher-O’Grady and Kelley Weber welcome Linda Pieczynski to the (A)Theist Podcast. Linda was an instrumental player in the efforts to reform the Catholic Church to become more inclusive of women and LGBTQ community members.

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