Balancing Truth and Love: A Faithful Politics Thanksgiving Episode

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] Faithful Politics for a heartfelt and thought-provoking Thanksgiving special! Co-hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram dive into gratitude, politics, and family traditions in this reflective episode. They explore how to navigate challenging political conversations during the holidays, share personal stories of resilience, and discuss the importance of balancing truth and love in contentious debates. From discussing Josh's Weight Watchers journey and favorite Thanksgiving recipes to Will's touching reflections on his son's recovery, this episode is packed with relatable moments and meaningful insights. Whether you're preparing for a politically charged family dinner or simply seeking inspiration, this episode offers practical advice and a celebration of community and connection. Don’t miss this blend of humor, wisdom, and authenticity!A message from your hosts:As we pause to celebrate Thanksgiving, we find ourselves overwhelmed with gratitude for each and every one of you. This podcast started as a dream—a space where faith and politics could be discussed with honesty, respect, and curiosity. Thanks to your support, it has grown into a community that exceeds anything we could have imagined.Your engagement, your thoughtful comments, and your willingness to wrestle with tough topics alongside us mean the world. Whether you've been with us since the beginning or just joined recently, you’ve made this journey so much richer. You’ve allowed us to bring diverse voices to the table and to tackle complex conversations with humility and grace.To those who take time out of busy schedules to listen, leave reviews, or share an episode with a friend—thank you. To those who challenge us to think deeper and push harder—thank you. And to those who pray for us, cheer us on, and remind us why this work matters—thank you.We are especially thankful for the ways this community reflects what makes this podcast so unique. In a world that often feels polarized, you’ve shown that respectful dialogue isn’t just possible; it’s transformative. You inspire us to keep going, to keep learning, and to keep holding space for the meaningful, and sometimes messy, conversations that matter.From our families to yours, we wish you a Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and maybe a little pecan pie! We’re so grateful to do this with you and remember to always keep your conversations not right, or left, but up!With full hearts,Will & Josh  Support Sarah Stankorb’s work and preorder Damned If She Does: Why Women Quit Church and What It Means for the Future of Religion, Releases September 15, 2026.  Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9798889837091Website: https://www.sarahstankorb.com/Support the showKeep the conversation going.Want to learn more about Faithful Politics, suggest a future guest, or connect with us directly?Visit our website:faithfulpoliticspodcast.comBrowse our bookstore, featuring books from many of our guests:faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/bookstoreSupport the show and help us keep these conversations going:patreon.com/cw/FaithfulPoliticsSubscribe for behind-the-scenes content, reflections, and updates:faithfulpolitics.substack.comContact the hosts:Josh Burtram, Faithful Host: [email protected] Wright, Political Host: [email protected] Faithful Politics:Instagram: faithful_politicsFacebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast