Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other
Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other
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Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let ”the screamers” drown out the rest of us and would love some engaging, provocative and fun conversations about this stuff, then ”Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other” is for you!
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The podcast delves into significant areas such as the impact of Christian nationalism, the role of money and power in politics, and the necessity of civil dialogue. Episodes like the discussion with Katherine Stewart on her book 'Money, Lies, and God' highlight how financial and ideological networks affect democracy, while other episodes explore themes like idolatry in contemporary faith and its connections to political ideology.
Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let ”the screamers” drown out the rest of us and would love some engaging, provocative and fun conversations about this stuff, then ”Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other” is for you!
In this inspiring episode, host Corey Nathan welcomes Bishop Mary D. Glasspool, a pioneering leader in the Episcopal Church and the first openly lesbian woman to be consecrated as a bishop in the Anglican Communion. Since 2016, she has served as Assistant Bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of New York. Bishop Mary shares her personal journey of faith, identity, leadership, and inclusion, offering insights into navigating the intersections of religion, politics, and justice.
What We Discuss:
Bishop Mary’s journey as a trailblazer in the Episcopal Church
How her faith and identity evolved in tandem
What the Philadelphia 11 meant to her and the church
Navigating hard conversations across deep differences
What gives her hope for the future of the church and the world
Episode Highlights:
01:00 – Corey introduces Bishop Mary and her groundbreaking role
06:00 – Growing up in a multigenerational Episcopal family
17:00 – The impact of the Philadelphia 11 and her call to ministry
27:00 – Coming out and confronting institutional theology
34:00 – Stories of ministry, mentorship, and pioneering women
43:00 – Navigating political division in local churches
50:00 – Her retirement plans and what’s next
1:02:00 – On non-binary thinking, listening deeply, and collaboration
Featured Quotes:
“We can do this. It is possible to talk politics and religion without killing each other.”
“The best way to be ecumenical is to be deeply rooted and grounded in your own faith.”
“Diversity is a strength… It can help us grow and become stronger as human beings.”
“We need to allow for silence. We need to listen.”
Resources Mentioned:
The Philadelphia Eleven Documentary: https://www.philadelphiaelevenfilm.com
The Episcopal Church: https://www.episcopalchurch.org
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