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EPISODE · May 7, 2025 · 59 MIN

Bill Holston Believes in Safe Housing for All

from Radical Sacred · host Jenny Misslin and Phillip Dieke

Bill Holston, CEO of Dallas Eviction Advocacy Center, joins us today on the pod! We hear from Bill about eviction advocacy, the importance of all people having access to representation and safe housing, as well as how he finds connection and rest in nature during these trying times. What can we learn when we reflect on the slow movement of the trout lily? Bill reminds us that  oftentimes advocacy work begins with noticing what’s happening in our towns and to our neighbors. What have you noticed lately that breaks your heart or invites you into advocacy? By all means, pay attention, and get started on the good work of doing your good work, friends. Cool stuff we mention this episode (or meant to anyways): Human Rights Initiative of North Texas Faith Commons Eviction Advocacy Center - Donate to help support Bill’s work on evictionsSpring Creek Forest PreserveGreenland Hills Methodist Church Book - The Myth of Certainty by Daniel TaylorMission Tejas State Park Deep Vellum PublishingVaclav Havel Quote - The Politics of Hope chapter from Disturbing the PeaceBill Holston on Instagram for nature picturesMay by Mary Oliver Chapters00:00 The Beauty of Nature and Spirituality03:04 Pilgrimage: A Journey of Purpose06:02 Nature's Influence on Personal Growth09:01 Justice and Advocacy: A Life's Calling11:49 Faith and Activism: A Complex Relationship14:51 Dallas: A City of History and Justice18:10 Nature's Tenacity and Fragility21:05 The Importance of Companionship in the Journey33:45 Finding a Church That Aligns with Values34:10 The Role of Churches in Social Justice36:34 The Gap Between Desire and Action39:18 Practical Solutions for Asylum Seekers42:08 Finding Beauty in Nature46:30 The Power of Small Actions49:42 Navigating Hope and Despair52:43 Understanding Hope vs. Optimism55:35 Connecting with Community and Nature

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Bill Holston, CEO of Dallas Eviction Advocacy Center, joins us today on the pod! We hear from Bill about eviction advocacy, the importance of all people having access to representation and safe housing, as well as how he finds connection and rest in nature during these trying times. What can we learn when we reflect on the slow movement of the trout lily? Bill reminds us that  oftentimes advocacy work begins with noticing what’s happening in our towns and to our neighbors. What have you noticed lately that breaks your heart or invites you into advocacy? By all means, pay attention, and get started on the good work of doing your good work, friends. Cool stuff we mention this episode (or meant to anyways): Human Rights Initiative of North Texas Faith Commons Eviction Advocacy Center - Donate to help support Bill’s work on evictionsSpring Creek Forest PreserveGreenland Hills Methodist Church Book - The Myth of Certainty by Daniel TaylorMission Tejas State Park Deep Vellum PublishingVaclav Havel Quote - The Politics of Hope chapter from Disturbing the PeaceBill Holston on Instagram for nature picturesMay by Mary Oliver Chapters00:00 The Beauty of Nature and Spirituality03:04 Pilgrimage: A Journey of Purpose06:02 Nature's Influence on Personal Growth09:01 Justice and Advocacy: A Life's Calling11:49 Faith and Activism: A Complex Relationship14:51 Dallas: A City of History and Justice18:10 Nature's Tenacity and Fragility21:05 The Importance of Companionship in the Journey33:45 Finding a Church That Aligns with Values34:10 The Role of Churches in Social Justice36:34 The Gap Between Desire and Action39:18 Practical Solutions for Asylum Seekers42:08 Finding Beauty in Nature46:30 The Power of Small Actions49:42 Navigating Hope and Despair52:43 Understanding Hope vs. Optimism55:35 Connecting with Community and Nature

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