Emmaus Way Podcast

In which Tim guides us into conversation rooted in his (freshly minted!) dissertation, around different "conversions" critical to negotiating one's faith and embracing a gospel of justice. We start with a focus on the importance of "running away" from faith, church, and religion. Music is from Sus Long, with selections by Sus, Sam Cooke, Damien Jurado, Rilo Kiley, and Jason Isbell.

In which we celebrate the resurrection in a customary Emmaus Way blend of liturgy, text, and song. Music is from Jeff Crawford, and includes selections by Wesley Randolph Eader, Sandra McCracken, Bill Fay, Bob Dylan, and David Byrne.

In which Molly leads the Eway community in grappling with the exultance of Psalm 107, asking "How do we get these words of the Psalmist in our mouth in a way that doesn't feel false?" Music is from Sus Long, and unites selections by Sus, Chris Tomlin, Sufjan Stevens, Leonard Cohen, and Shovels & Rope with four Eway testimonies in a reflection on " let(ting) the redeemed of the Lord say so."

In which Molly continues our journey with the lectionary Psalms during Lent. Our dialogue around Psalm 19 rests in what's uncomfortable about this Psalm, and the tension amidst its notions of God's glory and God's law. Music is by Tim Carless, and includes one of his originals alongside songs of John Martyn, Joe Henry, Robert Wyatt, and Bob Dylan.

In which Molly closes out our series on the ways in which the ideas inherent in capitalism influence our vision of what God is doing in the world. Dialogue questions include: "What macro and micro practices would empower you, your family, small group, or community to live differently into the capitalist system this Lenten season?" Music is by Jeff Crawford, Casey Toll, and Nat Stine, and features songs from Bill Fay, Hiss Golden Messenger, Audrey Assad, Sandra McCracken, and an original of Jeff's.

In which we continue our discussion about capitalism, and how the ways our economic system influences--and at times interferes with--our abilities to live a life of introspection. We examine the story of Zaccheus. Music is by Mark Williams, and features songs from Tracy Chapman, Bruce Springsteen, Alice Gerrard, and Anais Mitchell.

In which we continue our series examining how capitalism may or may not fit in with God's vision for the world. Our text is from Leviticus 25, the "Jubilee" text. How are we to understand the Jewish concept of "Jubilee" within our capitalistic society? Music is by Mark Williams.

In which Ben leads us in continuing our conversation about the meaning of capitalism. Is it compatible with a life following in the way of Jesus? What are some personal laments or other reflections about our own journeys within our economic system? Music is by Sus Long, and features songs by Pete Seeger ("Little Boxes"), Mount Moriah, Patty Griffin, and two originals by Sus.

In which Molly begins our series, "Faith, Capitalism, and the Kingdom of God" by asking us questions such as: "what is your first memory with the concept of 'money'?" and "What did the church teach you about money growing up?" and "When you hear 'capitalism,' what do you think about?" Thus begins a lively dialogue which will last for the next several weeks.

In which we celebrate the coming of Christ on Christmas Eve. Music is by Jason Harrod and Mark Williams, and includes a selection of Christmas music as well as an excellent original by Jason, "Out in the Fields."

In which we continue our Advent journey. Tim leads us in a discussion about urban poverty, and what it means for poverty to exist in "the year of the Lord's favor." Music is by Jeff, Skylar, and Casey, and includes a selection of Advent music.

In which we begin our Advent journey as a community. Molly asks the questions, "where are you, God? Why aren't our enemies trembling before you?" Carter Harrell leads us in a week of contemplative Advent music.

In which Molly closes our series on Joy by looking at the parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. As a community, we are asked, "where do we see joy amidst struggle in these stories and in our own lives?" Music is by Sus Long, and includes material from Alanis Morissette, Luverta Gilchrist, Ben Taylor, Bruce Cockburn, and an original.

In which Tim Conder continues our conversation on "joy," with emphasis on the totality of our experiences: how do we experience joy when we are faced with pain in our lives? Music is by Tim Carless.

In which Tim leads us through a dialog about joy vs. happiness. How are these concepts interrelated? Music is by Sus and Alex, and includes songs by Lucinda Williams, Patty Griffin, Jason Isbell, Joe Pug, and a traditional hymn.

In which we explore the concept of "belonging" in our community in light of another practice: baptism and child dedication. Music is by Rhody Mastin and Carter Harrell, and includes songs by Jon Foreman, Bob Dylan, and The Oh Hellos.

In which Molly closes our series on our "minister's liturgy," or "rite of belonging" in our community. Our reflection questions are: "What did you hear over the past several weeks from one another?" and "Where do we go now?" Music is by Jeff Crawford and Chessa Rich, and include songs by Jackson Browne, Tom Petty, a Jeff Crawford original, and two hymns.

In which Molly leads us in a participatory "circle practice," where we actively listen to one another and make space for differing responses to prompts.

In which Molly leads us in a discussion of our last community vow: "To shape our life together around the radical hospitality reflected in our Open Table." We ask questions such as, "What would we do if we were not afraid? Who would we include if we were not afraid?" Tim Carless brings us music by Curtis Mayfield, John Lennon, Warren Zevon, Nick Lowe, and an original.

In which Molly leads us through our next two community vows. These vows speak of pursuing personal contemplation, and also of turning that contemplation outward by joining in the work God is already doing in our local community. Music is by Jeff Crawford, Skylar Gudasz, and Casey Toll, and includes songs by Nick Lowe, Big Star, Sandra McCracken, and original from Jeff, and others.