Pastor Tara L. Eastman — Finding God in Ordinary Moments, Thin Spaces and the Wisdom of Julian of Norwich

Where do we encounter God—in extraordinary mountaintop moments, or in the quiet rhythms of everyday life? In this episode of the Faith & Resilience Podcast, Rev. Ellen Corcella welcomes Pastor Tara Eastman for a thoughtful conversation about resilience rooted in faith, creativity, and community. Tara shares her evolving understanding of theopoetics—a creative engagement with God through poetry, art, contemplation, and community. Drawing on the wisdom of Julian of Norwich, she reflects on the famous vision of the hazelnut, a reminder that all creation exists because God made it, loves it, and keeps it. Through practices such as Lectio Divina and Visio Divina, Tara invites us to discover “thin spaces,” those moments when the sacred feels especially close. She reads her poem “Thin Space Day,” which finds holiness in ordinary routines—carpool lines, lunchtime walks, coffee breaks, and daily commutes. As the season of Lent reminds us that faith often unfolds in wilderness spaces, this conversation offers this hopeful reminder: God’s presence even in the most ordinary moments of our day. About Our Guest: Pastor Tara Eastman Pastor Tara Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and practitioner of Holy Shenanigans. In her podcast, Pastor Eastman shares stories that surprise, encourage, and sometimes even turn life upside down – all in the name of love, as she takes listeners on a journey of unforgettable spiritual adventure that is always sacred but never stuffy. Through practices like Lectio Divina, Visio Divina, and creative expression, Tara encourages people to notice the sacred in everyday life and to recognize the “thin spaces” where God’s presence feels especially near. Connect with Pastor Tara Eastman LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tara-eastman-814354228 Holy Shenanigans Podcast: https://holyshenanigans.buzzsprout.com/1347916 Resilience Series Episodes Episode #13 – Resilience: Your Path Through the Wilderness https://share.transistor.fm/s/1643fd5a Episode #14 – Dr. Natalie Hamrick: How Faith Transforms Our Response to Stress and Illness https://share.transistor.fm/s/1643fd5a About Ellen Corcella Ellen Corcella is an ordained minister with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), author of Walk with Me: A Journey Through the Landscape of Trauma, and host of the Faith & Resilience Podcast, which explores paths toward healing and hope while examining the sacred values that anchor us through life's challenges. Connect with Ellen: Website: www.ellencorcella.com Newsletter: Sign up at www.ellencorcella.com Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ellencorcella Trauma Informed Resources: www.ellencorcella.com/help-ptsd-grief-trauma-suicide Ellen's Book: Walk with Me: A Journey through the Landscape of Trauma Amazon: store.bookbaby.com/book/walk-with-me2 BookBaby: store.bookbaby.com/book/walk-with-me2 Support the Podcast: If you found this episode helpful, please: ⭐ Rate the podcast on your listening platform 👍 Like and Subscribe to never miss an episode 📢 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it 💬 Leave a review to help others discover Faith & Resilience Produced by: Loren Richmond, Jr. Resonate Media Production Copyright: Faith & Resilience Podcast Until next time, may you find resilience in the struggle, and faith in the serving.