Searching the Sacred

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Maria Khani: Maria Khani is a Syrian educator, lecturer, and author based in Southern California. She is a proud mother of three children—two sons and one daughter with whom she cofounded A Country Called Syria in 2012, a nonprofit traveling museum and set of art events showcasing the history and culture of their homeland.  For 15 years, Khani served as the Senior Muslim Chaplain in the Los Angeles and Orange County jails, providing educational and spiritual services to incarcerated Muslim men and women. She also works as a public speaker, lecturing on Islam and Muslims at educational, community, interfaith, and governmental institutions, as well as an educator on analytical Quran studies.   Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm: Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm brings a love for ongoing, serious, deep Jewish learning and spiritual growth to her role as Senior Rabbi at Beth Jacob Congregation. Over the course of the last 10 years, she has served in various roles at Beth Jacob, including Rabbi-Educator and Assistant Rabbi. Prior to working at Beth Jacob, she was the rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Rock Island, IL. Rabbi Tamar received her Rabbinic Ordination and Masters in Jewish Studies from Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Boston and graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology, and a certificate in Women’s Studies. She lives in St. Paul, MN, with her spouse and two daughters. Together they enjoy cross-country skiing, watching women’s basketball and eating pizza.  beth-jacob.org   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Mariam Mohamed: Mariam Mohamed came to the USA in 1984 from Somalia for post-graduate studies in hydrology. She also holds Master's degrees; in Plant Science and in Sampling and Multivariate Analysis. She worked as a Research Analyst in Molecular Biology at Harvard University, then moved to Minnesota in 2000, where she became a Program Director for Workforce Development, Inc. She is particularly proud of her work as Executive Director of the Somali Parent Teacher Association (SPTA), successfully transitioning a concept to a vibrant community organization dedicated to the service of refugees and student immigrants. For the next five years, Mariam dedicated herself to improving conditions for Minnesota families and children in her role as Program Officer of the Children & Families Program at The McKnight Foundation.   Since 2010, Mariam has worked as an independent consultant and program facilitator for clients such as the Minnesota Department of Human Services, St. David’s Center for Child & Family Development, the Governor’s Early Learning Council and UCare. At UCare, she has led various initiatives including Circles of Health to educate and empower women – mostly in the Somali community – to lead healthier lifestyles, heal from historical trauma, support their children’s success and make informed health decisions.  She formerly served on the boards of Think Small, Prepare & Prosper, CAPI and World without Genocide. Mariam is currently on the board of UCare and St.David.   Mariam also is an entrepreneur and she is the co-founder of Hoyo Sambusa, a social benefit company that provides jobs for refugee and immigrant communities in Minnesota.   Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm: Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm brings a love for ongoing, serious, deep Jewish learning and spiritual growth to her role as Senior Rabbi at Beth Jacob Congregation. Over the course of the last 10 years, she has served in various roles at Beth Jacob, including Rabbi-Educator and Assistant Rabbi. Prior to working at Beth Jacob, she was the rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Rock Island, IL. Rabbi Tamar received her Rabbinic Ordination and Masters in Jewish Studies from Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Boston and graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology, and a certificate in Women’s Studies. She lives in St. Paul, MN, with her spouse and two daughters. Together they enjoy cross-country skiing, watching women’s basketball and eating pizza.  beth-jacob.org   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Fozia Bashir:  Anse Fozia Bashir is a Ribaat Graduate (Class of 2024), Rabateen teacher, and women’s learning circle leader in Austin, Texas. She’s passionate about creating women-led spaces for learning and spiritual growth. A devoted mom and a GIS analyst, she brings a global background and a love for homeschooling, fitness, and the outdoors to everything she does.  https://www.rabata.org   Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm: Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm brings a love for ongoing, serious, deep Jewish learning and spiritual growth to her role as Senior Rabbi at Beth Jacob Congregation. Over the course of the last 10 years, she has served in various roles at Beth Jacob, including Rabbi-Educator and Assistant Rabbi. Prior to working at Beth Jacob, she was the rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Rock Island, IL. Rabbi Tamar received her Rabbinic Ordination and Masters in Jewish Studies from Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Boston and graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology, and a certificate in Women’s Studies. She lives in St. Paul, MN, with her spouse and two daughters. Together they enjoy cross-country skiing, watching women’s basketball and eating pizza.  beth-jacob.org   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____  

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Fozia Bashir:  Anse Fozia Bashir is a Ribaat Graduate (Class of 2024), Rabateen teacher, and women’s learning circle leader in Austin, Texas. She’s passionate about creating women-led spaces for learning and spiritual growth. A devoted mom and a GIS analyst, she brings a global background and a love for homeschooling, fitness, and the outdoors to everything she does.  https://www.rabata.org   Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm: Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm brings a love for ongoing, serious, deep Jewish learning and spiritual growth to her role as Senior Rabbi at Beth Jacob Congregation. Over the course of the last 10 years, she has served in various roles at Beth Jacob, including Rabbi-Educator and Assistant Rabbi. Prior to working at Beth Jacob, she was the rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Rock Island, IL. Rabbi Tamar received her Rabbinic Ordination and Masters in Jewish Studies from Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Boston and graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology, and a certificate in Women’s Studies. She lives in St. Paul, MN, with her spouse and two daughters. Together they enjoy cross-country skiing, watching women’s basketball and eating pizza.  beth-jacob.org   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Talath Aalia Siddiqui: “Honor your emotions to become the person you are meant to be!” This is the gist of what Coach Aalia is all about. With over fifteen years of experience as a business consultant and executive, she brings her knowledge and expertise to educate, coach, and lead towards collective betterment. Aalia is a certified Life Coach in Social-Emotional Leadership and heads a consulting company providing non-profit management and coaching focused on unleashing human potential. Her affiliations include Baithak School Society, Muslimah Connection, Mohammed Webb Foundation, Sisterhood of Salam Shalom, and various Islamic Centers in US. She holds a master’s degree in Leadership and Coaching, and a bachelor’s in business management. She has an Islamic Teachers Certification from Ribaat Academy and is currently enrolled in 2nd year of Al-Madinah Institute Suhba Seminary with Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui. Aalia is an avid student of knowledge, and enjoys organizing events, arts & crafts, nature walks, and traveling. Aalia is working on her upcoming book Becoming More ME: Building a Self-Concept as a Pakistani, American, Muslim, Woman©. https://www.coachaalia.com/   Rabbi Willemina Davidson: Rabbi Willemina Davidson (they/them) is a queer and lefty Jewish educator currently living in the lovely college town of Kent, OH. They can often be found studying a variety of Jewish texts, procrastinating their Hindi homework and teaching a range of Jewish subjects. They love good questions without good answers. www.publicuniversalrabbi.com   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Talath Aalia Siddiqui: “Honor your emotions to become the person you are meant to be!” This is the gist of what Coach Aalia is all about. With over fifteen years of experience as a business consultant and executive, she brings her knowledge and expertise to educate, coach, and lead towards collective betterment. Aalia is a certified Life Coach in Social-Emotional Leadership and heads a consulting company providing non-profit management and coaching focused on unleashing human potential. Her affiliations include Baithak School Society, Muslimah Connection, Mohammed Webb Foundation, Sisterhood of Salam Shalom, and various Islamic Centers in US. She holds a master’s degree in Leadership and Coaching, and a bachelor’s in business management. She has an Islamic Teachers Certification from Ribaat Academy and is currently enrolled in 2nd year of Al-Madinah Institute Suhba Seminary with Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui. Aalia is an avid student of knowledge, and enjoys organizing events, arts & crafts, nature walks, and traveling. Aalia is working on her upcoming book Becoming More ME: Building a Self-Concept as a Pakistani, American, Muslim, Woman©. https://www.coachaalia.com/   Anse Fozia Bashir:  Anse Fozia Bashir is a Ribaat Graduate (Class of 2024), Rabateen teacher, and women’s learning circle leader in Austin, Texas. She’s passionate about creating women-led spaces for learning and spiritual growth. A devoted mom and a GIS analyst, she brings a global background and a love for homeschooling, fitness, and the outdoors to everything she does.  https://www.rabata.org   Rabbi Willemina Davidson: Rabbi Willemina Davidson (they/them) is a queer and lefty Jewish educator currently living in the lovely college town of Kent, OH. They can often be found studying a variety of Jewish texts, procrastinating their Hindi homework and teaching a range of Jewish subjects. They love good questions without good answers. www.publicuniversalrabbi.com   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Fozia Bashir:  Anse Fozia Bashir is a Ribaat Graduate (Class of 2024), Rabateen teacher, and women’s learning circle leader in Austin, Texas. She’s passionate about creating women-led spaces for learning and spiritual growth. A devoted mom and a GIS analyst, she brings a global background and a love for homeschooling, fitness, and the outdoors to everything she does.  https://www.rabata.org   Rabbi Lynn Liberman: Rabbi Lynn Liberman was ordained from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in 1993 and served as a congregational rabbi for over 20 years.  Currently, as a Board Certified Chaplain, Rabbi Liberman works as the Community Chaplain for the St Paul Jewish Federation and as an on-call chaplain for Regions Hospital, Gillette Children’s Hospital and MHealth Fairview Hospitals as well as a casual chaplain with Our Lady of Peace Hospice.  In addition to several other volunteer chaplain positions with police and emergency response teams, Rabbi Liberman is on the Children’s Hospital Ethics Committee and is the President elect for Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains.  Lynn is a certified Advanced Care Planner with Honoring Choices.   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Fozia Bashir:  Anse Fozia Bashir is a Ribaat Graduate (Class of 2024), Rabateen teacher, and women’s learning circle leader in Austin, Texas. She’s passionate about creating women-led spaces for learning and spiritual growth. A devoted mom and a GIS analyst, she brings a global background and a love for homeschooling, fitness, and the outdoors to everything she does.  https://www.rabata.org   Rabbi Lynn Liberman: Rabbi Lynn Liberman was ordained from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in 1993 and served as a congregational rabbi for over 20 years.  Currently, as a Board Certified Chaplain, Rabbi Liberman works as the Community Chaplain for the St Paul Jewish Federation and as an on-call chaplain for Regions Hospital, Gillette Children’s Hospital and MHealth Fairview Hospitals as well as a casual chaplain with Our Lady of Peace Hospice.  In addition to several other volunteer chaplain positions with police and emergency response teams, Rabbi Liberman is on the Children’s Hospital Ethics Committee and is the President elect for Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains.  Lynn is a certified Advanced Care Planner with Honoring Choices.   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Talath Aalia Siddiqui: “Honor your emotions to become the person you are meant to be!” This is the gist of what Coach Aalia is all about. With over fifteen years of experience as a business consultant and executive, she brings her knowledge and expertise to educate, coach, and lead towards collective betterment. Aalia is a certified Life Coach in Social-Emotional Leadership and heads a consulting company providing non-profit management and coaching focused on unleashing human potential. Her affiliations include Baithak School Society, Muslimah Connection, Mohammed Webb Foundation, Sisterhood of Salam Shalom, and various Islamic Centers in US. She holds a master’s degree in Leadership and Coaching, and a bachelor’s in business management. She has an Islamic Teachers Certification from Ribaat Academy and is currently enrolled in 2nd year of Al-Madinah Institute Suhba Seminary with Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui. Aalia is an avid student of knowledge, and enjoys organizing events, arts & crafts, nature walks, and traveling. Aalia is working on her upcoming book Becoming More ME: Building a Self-Concept as a Pakistani, American, Muslim, Woman©.  https://www.coachaalia.com/   Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm: Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm brings a love for ongoing, serious, deep Jewish learning and spiritual growth to her role as Senior Rabbi at Beth Jacob Congregation. Over the course of the last 10 years, she has served in various roles at Beth Jacob, including Rabbi-Educator and Assistant Rabbi. Prior to working at Beth Jacob, she was the rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Rock Island, IL. Rabbi Tamar received her Rabbinic Ordination and Masters in Jewish Studies from Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Boston and graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology, and a certificate in Women’s Studies.  She lives in St. Paul, MN, with her spouse and two daughters. Together they enjoy cross-country skiing, watching women’s basketball and eating pizza.  beth-jacob.org   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

Searching the Sacred | 10 Women, 3 Traditions Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   Guests on Today's Episode: Talath Aalia Siddiqui: “Honor your emotions to become the person you are meant to be!” This is the gist of what Coach Aalia is all about. With over fifteen years of experience as a business consultant and executive, she brings her knowledge and expertise to educate, coach, and lead towards collective betterment. Aalia is a certified Life Coach in Social-Emotional Leadership and heads a consulting company providing non-profit management and coaching focused on unleashing human potential. Her affiliations include Baithak School Society, Muslimah Connection, Mohammed Webb Foundation, Sisterhood of Salam Shalom, and various Islamic Centers in US. She holds a master’s degree in Leadership and Coaching, and a bachelor’s in business management. She has an Islamic Teachers Certification from Ribaat Academy and is currently enrolled in 2nd year of Al-Madinah Institute Suhba Seminary with Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui. Aalia is an avid student of knowledge, and enjoys organizing events, arts & crafts, nature walks, and traveling. Aalia is working on her upcoming book Becoming More ME: Building a Self-Concept as a Pakistani, American, Muslim, Woman©.  https://www.coachaalia.com/   Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm: Rabbi Tamar Magill-Grimm brings a love for ongoing, serious, deep Jewish learning and spiritual growth to her role as Senior Rabbi at Beth Jacob Congregation. Over the course of the last 10 years, she has served in various roles at Beth Jacob, including Rabbi-Educator and Assistant Rabbi. Prior to working at Beth Jacob, she was the rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel in Rock Island, IL. Rabbi Tamar received her Rabbinic Ordination and Masters in Jewish Studies from Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Boston and graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology, and a certificate in Women’s Studies.  She lives in St. Paul, MN, with her spouse and two daughters. Together they enjoy cross-country skiing, watching women’s basketball and eating pizza.  beth-jacob.org   Rachel Pieh Jones: Rachel Pieh Jones has written about life at the crossroads of faith and culture for the New York Times, Runners World, and more. Her work is influenced by living in the Horn of Africa, raising Third Culture Kids, and adventurous exploration of the natural world. Originally from Minnesota, she lived in Somaliland and Djibouti for over twenty years. She holds two Masters degrees, is a current PhD student in Intercultural Studies, and works as a ghostwriter and developmental editor. Rachel is the award-winning author of six books including Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus." www.rachelpiehjones.com   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____  

Welcome to a new season of Searching the Sacred! Step into the lives of ten remarkable women who appear in the Quran, Hebrew Scriptures, and Christian Bible, and discover the threads that connect us across faiths. In each episode, faith leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions come together to explore these stories through personal reflection, insight, and curiosity. Our conversations are not about finding the “right” interpretation but about listening, wondering, and sometimes experiencing a little “holy envy” for the beauty and depth in another tradition’s story. Join us as we illuminate the women who shaped sacred narratives—and perhaps see faith, each other, and ourselves in new ways.   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____  

Looking for a way to give as the year comes to a close? We are asking people to consider an end of the year gift to support 40 Orchards. You can learn more about this by going to 40Orchards.org.   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our music is by Scott Holmes Music ____

Welcome to Advent! Taking a slightly different twist from our normal deep dive into a particular passage, we are going to explore the Advent Hymn 'O Come, O Come Emmanuel'.  There is rich Biblical history and theology embedded in this beautiful hymn. And when we ask good questions and wrestle with meaning, good conversation can arise.  ____ You will also notice that midway through the episode, we are asking people to consider an end of the year gift to support 40 Orchards. You can learn more about this by going to 40Orchards.org.   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music and Scott Holmes Music ____

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 7... The Reverend Dr. Wil Gafney: https://www.wilgafney.com/ Dr. Walter Brueggemann: https://www.walterbrueggemann.com/ Fr. Richard Rohr: https://cac.org/about/cac-faculty/cac-founder-richard-rohr/ Dr. Tikva Frymer-Kensky: https://jwa.org/encyclopedia/author/frymer-kensky-tikva   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 6... The show, Shiny Happy People (Season Two) was referenced. This is a Prime Video documentary. HERE is more info. TULIP, the acronym often associated with Calvinism was discussed. Learn more HERE.  We also discussed variations within different denominations. HERE is an article by LOGOS that helps give some history of denominations and some books that dive deeper into the history of each. This is not exhaustive at all...but a helpful starting point.   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 5... Dr. Wilda Gafney was highlighted in this episode. HERE is more on her work. HERE is her book, Womanist Midrash. HERE is a helpful article from Bible Gateway that helps contextualize many of the major English translations. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 4...     ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 3... A little info on Midrash: https://40orchards.org/about#midrash   ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 2... "A fact is always the same. Once you learn it, you have it forever. But truth is different. Once you understand it, you are forever changed and "the truth" disappears. And because you are now someone else, you must learn it all over again." - Rabbi Lawrence Kushner Duality/Binary: https://edeutschz25.medium.com/a-look-into-the-theories-based-on-opposites-in-early-greek-philosophy-5a0c6d204909 https://qz.com/1515889/aristotles-binary-philosophies-created-todays-ai-bias   Merism: https://earthandaltarmag.com/posts/merisms-eunuchs-and-the-8-genders-a-christian-reflection-on-gender-and-identity#:~:text=A%20merism%20is%20a%20literary,%2C%20earth%2C%20and%20everything%20between   https://www.christiancentury.org/features/bible-gender-not-binary ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

This season of Searching the Sacred (a 40 Orchards podcast) will explore how we read and understand the Bible. For many people, the way we were first exposed to the Bible isn't working anymore. We want to hold it as a sacred text or we don't want to give up on Jesus, but we struggle with reading the Bible.  Is it without error (inerrant)? Is it true? Can it be trusted? Is it from God? What does sacred text really mean? What do we do with theology? How do the creeds impact our understanding of God? And many more! Our goal is not to solve these questions, but to enter into the dialogue and provide some helpful wrestling. We also want to leave you with some good questions to ponder between episodes.  ____ Notes from Episode 1... Inerrant: : free from error. Biblical inerrancy is the belief that the Bible, in its original manuscripts, is completely free from error in all that it affirms. This includes not only theological and moral teachings, but also historical and scientific claims. The idea of biblical inerrancy, meaning the Bible is without error, gained prominence in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, as a response to modern biblical scholarship and criticism. The most well-known articulation of this doctrine is the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, which was drafted in 1978. Biblical inerrancy is not synonymous with biblical literalism, and Christians often focus more on what is intended to be written by a biblical author than the veracity of what is actually written. Baptist, Pentecostal, Evangelical, and Fundamentalist churches tend to hold to a doctrine of inerrancy. The Wesleyan and Methodist Christian tradition affirms that the Bible is authoritative on matters concerning faith and practice but does not use the word "inerrant" to describe the Bible. What is of central importance for the Wesleyan Christian tradition is the Bible as a tool which God uses to promote salvation. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada do not officially hold to biblical inerrancy. The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod, the Lutheran Church—Canada, the Evangelical Lutheran Synod, and many other smaller Lutheran bodies do hold to scriptural inerrancy, though for the most part Lutherans do not consider themselves to be "fundamentalists." Infallible: 1: incapable of error : unerring 2: not liable to mislead, deceive, or disappoint : certain 3: incapable of error in defining doctrines touching faith or morals. Some authors use "inerrancy" and "infallibility" interchangeably. For others, "inerrancy" refers to complete inerrancy and "infallibility" to the more limited view that the Bible is without error in conveying God's self-revelation to humanity. On this understanding, "infallibility" claims less than "inerrancy". ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 12 | Episode 7 | Romans 12 | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 12 | Episode 6 | Matthew 9 (Hosea 6) | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 12 | Episode 5 | Luke 4 | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 12 | Episode 4 | Micah 6 | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 12 | Episode 3 | Isaiah 1 | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 12 | Episode 2 | Mark 12 | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 12 | Episode 1 | Matthew 5 | The Assignment Hasn't Changed It's no secret that we are living in some complex and turbulent times. Many people are asking: What can I do? And though this turbulence, pain, and complexity is unique to our present circumstances, being human is fundamentally a wrestle with complexity and pain. Jesus was dealing with it in first century Palestine, the prophets were dealing with it prior to and in the midst of exile. What can I do? Holding that question, and the circumstances that necessitate it, with humility and gentleness, here's the response... The Assignment Hasn't Changed. Showing up with kindness and humility and non-violence...that's not new. The HOW might be new to our circumstances. But the assignment isn't new. Be light and love. Be the beloved community.  This season we will explore what the assignment is and how it impacts how we approach our present time.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 11 | Luke 2 | Anna (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 11 | Luke 2 | Simeon (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

This special message about Holly's experience with 40 Orchards was recorded at Art House North in St. Paul during our Fall Celebration.  The work of 40 Orchards is only possible by the continued support of people like you. If you would like to support the work of 40 Orchards by attending a circle, please go HERE! If you would like to support the work of 40 Orchards by providing a recurring donation or an end of the year gift, please go HERE! Let's help more people cultivate hope by joining a circle!    

Season 11 | Luke s | Jesus (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____    

  Season 11 | Luke 2 | Joseph (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

  Season 11 | Luke 1 | Mary (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 11 | Luke 1 | Elizabeth (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon This episode was recorded LIVE at Art House North in St. Paul, MN as part of the annual 40 Orchards Fall Celebration.  ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____  

Season 11 | Luke 1 | Zechariah (What's in a name?) During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, and Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 11 | What's In A Name? During this season of Advent, Searching the Sacred will be diving deep into the names of some of the key characters in the story of Jesus' birth.  Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Anna, Simeon ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | John 15 | God the Gardener Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | Matthew 13 | Seeds, Trees & Imagination Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | Isaiah 58 | You Are A Garden Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | 1 Kings 21 | The Taking of Naboth's Vineyard Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | Numbers 24 | The Third Oracle of Balaam Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | Genesis 3 | Eden Pt 2 Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____

Season 10 | Genesis 2 | Eden Pt 1 Gardens! Join us this season as we look at stories of gardens. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 9 | Isaiah 40 | The Agency of Hope This season we are going down the rabbit hole. We are going to start with Exodus 32 and the story of the Golden Calf. And then based on our conversation, we will see what sparks our next wrestle. Each episode will be it's own unique conversation, but one thing will lead to another and there's no telling where we might go. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 9 | Psalm 37 | Desires of the Heart? This season we are going down the rabbit hole. We are going to start with Exodus 32 and the story of the Golden Calf. And then based on our conversation, we will see what sparks our next wrestle. Each episode will be it's own unique conversation, but one thing will lead to another and there's no telling where we might go. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 9 | Genesis 3 | I'll Take That This season we are going down the rabbit hole. We are going to start with Exodus 32 and the story of the Golden Calf. And then based on our conversation, we will see what sparks our next wrestle. Each episode will be it's own unique conversation, but one thing will lead to another and there's no telling where we might go. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 9 | Exodus 20 | The 10 Commandments This season we are going down the rabbit hole. We are going to start with Exodus 32 and the story of the Golden Calf. And then based on our conversation, we will see what sparks our next wrestle. Each episode will be it's own unique conversation, but one thing will lead to another and there's no telling where we might go. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 9 | Exodus 32 | The Golden Calf This season we are going down the rabbit hole. We are going to start with Exodus 32 and the story of the Golden Calf. And then based on our conversation, we will see what sparks our next wrestle. Each episode will be it's own unique conversation, but one thing will lead to another and there's no telling where we might go. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 8 | Matthew 23 | Woe to You! We often have a picture of Jesus as this kind-hearted, gentle, lamb holding, children loving Messiah. But Jesus had some sassy things to say. As we navigate our way through Lent, let's examine some of the more difficult things that Jesus said to people. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.

Season 8 | Matthew 16 | He Called Peter Satan We often have a picture of Jesus as this kind-hearted, gentle, lamb holding, children loving Messiah. But Jesus had some sassy things to say. As we navigate our way through Lent, let's examine some of the more difficult things that Jesus said to people. ____ This is a 40 Orchards podcast. At 40 Orchards, our mission is to create circles for all people to wrestle through biblical texts, so that— together— we can expand each other’s experience of what is sacred, whole, and good. We search through the lens of sacred possibility; assuming there is more to be discovered, questioned, and applied as we listen for how God is still speaking.  You can learn more about 40 Orchards and sign-up for a study by going to 40Orchards.org   Our opening music is by LesFM Our closing music is by NCR Music Vibes Additional music is by Three Music ____ We started a Patreon site for those who would like to financially support this podcast. Click HERE to find our site and become a patron.