Faith Transitions with Alexandra Nelson-Tomlinson

In this episode of Faith Transitions, Rev. Phil Dieke welcomes Alexandra Nelson-Tomlinson, the interim Assistant Director of the 787 Collective.Alexandra shares her background in ministry and her current research as a PhD student at the University of Texas - Austin on body size, gender, and sexuality in American Christianity. They discuss the importance of embracing all body types and challenging societal expectations of appearance. Alexandra recommends resources for individuals and congregations who are interested in conversations around faith and embodiment. She also offers to engage in conversations about embodiment and the impact of health and fitness culture on young adults' faith journeys. "All bodies are good bodies"You can connect with her by emailing her: [email protected] always, you can find out more about The 787 Collective by visiting our website.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Transitions04:14 Studying American Christianity and Bodies07:01 The Goodness of Embodiment09:55 Embracing All Bodies26:22 Resources for Conversations about Bodies32:17 Engaging in Conversations and Reflecting on Experiences