DT_T-Season1-Episode 9 - Pr Todd Benson - Faith In Action East Bay

DT_T (Do The _ Thing) Season 1 - Episode 9 Spotlights Pastor Todd — A Story of Discernment from Tech to Seminary to Faith In Action East BayPastor Todd’s journey is one of discernment, patience, and answering a call that unfolded over time.After careers in academia, higher education, and biotech, Pastor Todd sensed a deeper call. Through spiritual discernment and patient reflection, he transitioned into pastoral ministry and now leads Faith in Action East Bay, a grassroots faith-based organizing network.In this episode of DT_T (Do The _ Thing), Pastor Todd reflects on: Discerning a second-career calling  Discovering compassion and curiosity as gifts  The power of spiritual direction and community conversation  And how ordinary people often have more power than they realize Today, Pastor Todd serves as Executive Director of Faith in Action East Bay, part of a national network of grassroots, faith-based community organizing groups. Through intentional one-to-one conversations, relationship-building, and collective action, Faith in Action helps communities recognize their own leadership capacity and work together to create meaningful change — from violence prevention to housing, education, and immigration advocacy.His story reminds us that sometimes the “_ Thing” we are called to do emerges slowly through patience, trusted conversations, and the courage to listen deeply.Learn more about Faith in Action East Bay: 🔗 Search “Faith in Action East Bay”Dear Listeners, If something in this conversation resonated, feel free to share your reflections. Warmly, SheelaSometimes the purpose we’re called to do begins long before we know how to name it.