“Does God love boys more than girls?” This was the question that got it all started and sent Mariko Clark on a mission to create a more inclusive children’s story Bible. The Book of Belonging - which is still being written! - doesn’t change the Bible but it does contain more female-centric stories, a brown Jesus and representation of people with all range of skin tones, ability, body shape and size. 

Written with mystery, wonder and mindfulness, The Book of Belonging leans less on morality lessons and more on helping kids understand their identity in Christ.

This episode is for any and everyone whose life includes a child they love so share this with parents, grandparents, educators, kids’ ministry volunteers and pastors!

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

The Book of Belonging
Sample chapter from The Book of Belonging
Join the Waitlist
Rachel Eleanor’s work
The practice of Daily Examen 

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SCRIPTURES TO EXPLORE:

Jesus Fishing for Men: Matthew 4
Sarah and Hagar: Genesis 16 

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As an internet pastor - and pastor IRL - Ian bravely shares about the dark side of writing content both for sermons and for social media. He shares the missing key to communication with a metaphor that will leave you thinking about how you use a shovel. Ian also gives a peek behind the curtain into pastoral relationships that might surprise you.

If you're wondering if there is anything good left in the church, this episode will leave you hopeful.

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: 

The Bridge Church

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SCRIPTURES TO EXPLORE:

John 17
John 16:12

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In a world where everyone is divided and beliefs are polarizing, Joey Svendsen has some thoughts to make you think. He will challenge you to embrace the mystery of God over the madness of systematic theology by listening in love instead of cancelling those you don’t fully agree with.

Whether or not you agree with everything he says, this is an episode for people who are willing to join in uncomfortable conversations.

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: 

Pastor with No Answers podcast
Seacoast: Things You Won’t Hear on Sunday podcast
Hellbound documentary
Brian Zahnd
Bear With Community 

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SCRIPTURES TO EXPLORE:

1 Corinthians 15:22
The Flood: Genesis 6
Romans 10:9-10 

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Joey on IG: @joeysvendsen
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Kristin on FB: @turningthegem 

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God made you the way you are on purpose. Because He actually likes you that way! In this episode, Rachael Wade will encourage you to dream again as you find yourself in God’s best story.

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LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

OliveUs
Camp Well
Rachael’s website 

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SCRIPTURE TO EXPLORE:

Psalm 52
Acts 2:42
Ephesians 2:10 

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Rachael on IG: @rachwade
OliveUs on IG: @oliveus_together 

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Kristin on Twitter: @kristinmockler

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It's never about replacing gathering together but Dave Adamson, author of MetaChurch, has some really compelling reasons for why we should lean in to digital ministry.

Church leaders and pastors need this conversation to better understand why online options are just as important - if not more important - than gathering together physically on Sunday mornings. 

Social media teams, Christian influencers and marketing strategists in the digital world will find practical tips and ways to make your online presence better and more effective.

Throw in Dave's Australian accent and great sense of humor and it's an episode you don't want to miss!

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SCRIPTURE TO EXPLORE: 

Hebrews 10:25
Hebrews 4:12
Acts 2:46
Malachi 3:10

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LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

Bluey on Disney+
DaveAdamson.com

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Jess Connolly opens up about the spiritual abuse she’s faced and how she’s been able to stay connected to the church. This is not a conversation of platitudes or empty promises but one with real talk of eating disorders and depression, the dark side of being a female in ministry and why so many women chose to run in their calling outside of the church.

If you’re looking for hope, this “carefrontation” is for you. We hope it’s as healing as it may be hard. And if you need help recovering from spiritual abuse, please consider BetterHelp.com or a local therapist in your area.

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SCRIPTURE TO EXPLORE:

Nehemiah 8:6

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LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

Wear Nuuly with Kristin + Jess
JessConnolly.com
Go + Tell Gals
GATG podcast
Jess’ interview with Naeem
Jess’ Books - Always Enough, Never Too Much is our rec!

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Breaking News: *everyone* has control issues, even authors who write about control. Sharon helps us find freedom in understanding that the desire to have order isn't all bad! She and Kristin also talk about their guiding princples on what to share on social media, why church is hard right now and (for a just minute!) skincare.

SCRIPTURE TO EXPLORE:

James 3
Genesis 1 & 2 

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LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

The Cost of Control by Sharon Hodde Miller
Kristin & Sharon’s clothing rental
The Cost of Controlling our Body with Jess Connolly
The Cost of Controlling your Image with Beth Moore
The Cost of Controlling your Church with Derwin Gray 

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Kristin moved to the hot seat for the wrap up of our Summer Staff Series. She’s the only person to reveal something surprising about another staff member and she may have come up with the next Mosaic t-shirt! Let us know if this is swag you’d want to purchase…

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LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

Conversation with The Bible is Funny
Jesus saving Kristin in Frozen 2
MetaChurch by Dave Adamson
Celebrities for Jesus by Katelyn Beaty

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We never knew that offering Quenisha a job was the answer to a bougie prayer! Find out how she moved from being a church CEO to working in kids ministry in this epidsode.

Translations available upon request.

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LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

Life and Death by Stephenie Meyer
Energy by Tyla Jane

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Quenisha on Facebook: @itsneesh

You’ve seen him running around but let us introduce you to him - it’s Pastor Mike! He helps Mosaic function as it does but did you know that THIS Mosaic wasn’t his original plan? Mike came to Charlotte to start his OWN Mosaic Church and he tells the whole story in this episode. It’s unrelated to him being arrested but that story’s in here, too!

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: 

Predictable Success by Les McKeown
Journey Radio

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