Our guest today is the Rev. Steve Pults, a Swedenborgian minister and child and family therapist who has spent his life caring for and nurturing youth. Steve is also the author of two books: Discovering Unexpected Gifts and The Spirituality of Becoming Invisible.

Our conversation explores the themes of love, worship, and the evolving nature of church. The host, Rev. Sage Cole, reflects on the impact of the interviewee, the Steve Pults, who played a significant role in her decision to become a minister. They discuss the importance of love and the limitations of traditional ideas about church. Steve shares his journey from ministry to chaplaincy and child and family therapy, emphasizing the power of empathy and compassion. They explore the concept of finding one's center and the need for a church that fosters love and embraces diversity.

Takeaways

Love is the foundation of a meaningful life and should be the focus of worship.

Church is not limited to traditional institutions and can be found in spaces where people are accepted and loved.

Empathy and compassion are essential in fostering love and supporting others.

Finding one's center and embracing diversity are key to creating a church that meets the needs of the world.

The journey of faith and ministry is fluid and can lead to unexpected paths and opportunities for growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Reflection on the Impact of Steve

02:11 Exploring the Meaning of Love and Worship

06:27 The Power of Love in Building Community

07:49 Reimagining Church: Beyond Traditional Institutions

11:06 The Fluid Journey of Faith and Ministry

23:40 Creating a Church that Embraces Diversity

26:22 Finding One's Center: The Key to a Meaningful Life

29:00 Living Life with Openness and Wonder

31:20 Embracing the Unknown and Allowing Love to Flow

Our Theme Music is “I Love it,” by Luke Concannon www.lukeconcannon.com

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