The Pause We Need at Christmas with The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata of Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church

Christmas week can feel like a beautiful blur — full of tradition, emotion, and let’s be honest… exhaustion. In this week’s episode of The Bubble Lounge, I’m joined by The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, for a conversation that feels like a deep breath in the middle of it all. We start with Chris’s journey — how he was called into ministry and what led him to lead one of the largest Episcopal churches in the country — and then gently move into what Christmas really looks like in real life.This isn’t a checklist-Christmas or a perfectly wrapped-up version of the season. It’s an honest, thoughtful conversation about faith, leadership, grace, and letting Christmas meet you exactly where you are. If this week feels full, complicated, joyful, heavy — or all of the above — this episode is for you. Listen while you’re driving, wrapping gifts, or stealing a quiet moment for yourself. This episode is supported by: Scholastic Success Please show your support for the show by visiting our amazing sponsors.