21: How to Practice Being Known in a Confessional Community // Rachel Miller

“People aren’t to be fixed. That’s not why we’re there. We’re there to connect. We’re there to connect with people and with God.” -Rachel MillerHave you ever longed for deeper relationships? Are there parts of your story—or of yourself—that you keep from others because you don't know how they'll respond if you show up fully? Do you wonder if it's possible to truly experience the abundant life described by Jesus? This episode is for you.Join me as my friend, Rachel Miller, talks about her experience in a confessional community—an intentional group of people who are "practicing for heaven" by telling their stories more truly. We talk about what it's like to be fully known by others, and the ways we've both been transformed by the compassionate presence of people who help us see ourselves through their eyes.Listen to as we discuss things like:The terrifying vulnerability and healing power of sharing our stories with othersDescribing the confessional community model and the storytelling liturgyThe power of being present to our emotions, bodies, and one anotherPermission to ask, "Will you tell me again?" when we're struggling to believe what others see in usHow receiving compassion from our community helps us imagine the compassion of JesusInvitations to practice giving and receiving love—imperfectly—over and over again RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODEJoin a Confessional Community through the Center for Being Known - thecbk.org/ccsBeing Known Podcast - Season 7: Confessional Communities Being Known Podcast - Season 11: Rupture and Repair The Soul of Desire by Curt Thompson, MD * * * STAY CONNECTEDConnect with Jillian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jilliandebritz/Want to reach out to Jillian about speaking or coaching? Learn more on her website: https://jilliandebritz.com/Sign up for the monthly Permission Slips email newsletter: https://jilliandebritz.myflodesk.com/subscribeSubscribe to Permission Slips on Substack: https://substack.com/@jilliandebritzBe sure to subscribe to Permission Slips so you never miss an episode, and please share or review this podcast to help others find it!