No. 10: Steve Hester - Malchus and Me

Episode #10 of the Art Throb Podcast features Steve Hester who will talk about his book Malchus and Me , ​a novel that retells the story of the Passion of Christ, but through the eyes of  the motley crew from the wild side of Jerusalem who manage to get caught up in those final days.  It is a story of salvation, told from the margins.Steve Hester grew up as the son of Southern Baptist missionaries, converting to Catholicism in his late twenties. He has been a landscaper, factory worker, farmer, store manager, slumlord, contractor and journalist, following wherever the Holy Spirit Leads.He was ordained as a Permanent Deacon in 2016 and currently serves his parish – Historic St. Paul’s Catholic Church on Short Street in Downtown Lexington – in this role and as pastoral associate.  He is vice president of Fortunate Families, a National LGBTQ Catholic Ministry and is also active in the LGBTQ ministry at his parish.  He is married with two children.This book – Malchus and Me was published this year, it is the story of Jesus’ final days, told through the eyes of Roman Soldier, a Temple Guard – both drunks and a brothel keeper.  It is told in a contemporary colloquial style, with lots of wry humor, disbelief that turns to belief, interspersed with little biblical quotes to keep the reader on track.  Hugely readable and relatable.  Humorous and human.For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html