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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 53 MIN

Jim Keat on the Intimacy of Online Connections

from Radical Sacred · host Jenny Misslin and Phillip Dieke

Rev. Jim Keat of The Riverside Church joins us this week to talk about creating intimate spaces and reciprocal relationships online. Jim is a runner, digital creator and pastor who views the internet as a vast opportunity for connection, care, and transformation. This conversation is a lovely reminder of the power of community on site or online. Show Notes:Riverside Churchjimkeat.comThe Convergence Network @revjimrunsBible in a MinuteJim’s SubstackImagination by Assata Shakur Key TopicsEmbodiment in digital spacesCreating intimacy onlineNavigating online critique and negativityEthics of technology in faith communitiesBuilding reciprocal relationships in digital spacesChapters00:00 The Power of Belief and Affirmation02:32 Introducing Jim Keat: Digital Ministry Innovator04:05 Navigating Digital Spaces in Ministry05:42 Redefining Digital vs. Physical Experiences10:12 Creating Intimate Online Spaces for Ministry12:03 Fostering Connection in Digital Gatherings15:12 Mindfulness and Running: A Personal Journey18:05 Nature's Lessons for Digital Engagement20:07 Noticing the Present: A Mindful Approach24:03 Inhabiting Spaces: The Contrast of City and Small Town26:28 Navigating Progressive Faith in Small Towns30:03 Creating a Liberative Church Experience31:33 Handling Online Critiques and Community Engagement35:07 The Role of Technology in Building Relationships38:33 Experiencing Reciprocity in Digital Spaces43:17 Ethics of Technology and Digital Ministry49:12 Addressing Global Issues and Personal Heartbreak

Rev. Jim Keat of The Riverside Church joins us this week to talk about creating intimate spaces and reciprocal relationships online. Jim is a runner, digital creator and pastor who views the internet as a vast opportunity for connection, care, and transformation. This conversation is a lovely reminder of the power of community on site or online. Show Notes:Riverside Churchjimkeat.comThe Convergence Network @revjimrunsBible in a MinuteJim’s SubstackImagination by Assata Shakur Key TopicsEmbodiment in digital spacesCreating intimacy onlineNavigating online critique and negativityEthics of technology in faith communitiesBuilding reciprocal relationships in digital spacesChapters00:00 The Power of Belief and Affirmation02:32 Introducing Jim Keat: Digital Ministry Innovator04:05 Navigating Digital Spaces in Ministry05:42 Redefining Digital vs. Physical Experiences10:12 Creating Intimate Online Spaces for Ministry12:03 Fostering Connection in Digital Gatherings15:12 Mindfulness and Running: A Personal Journey18:05 Nature's Lessons for Digital Engagement20:07 Noticing the Present: A Mindful Approach24:03 Inhabiting Spaces: The Contrast of City and Small Town26:28 Navigating Progressive Faith in Small Towns30:03 Creating a Liberative Church Experience31:33 Handling Online Critiques and Community Engagement35:07 The Role of Technology in Building Relationships38:33 Experiencing Reciprocity in Digital Spaces43:17 Ethics of Technology and Digital Ministry49:12 Addressing Global Issues and Personal Heartbreak

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