Couch Communion

Topic: Multi-Level Marketing

Hey Girlie!! I was taking a look at your podcast feed, and it looks like we might have a lot of the same interests! I wanted to share more about this wonderful, amazing, podcast opportunity! Today on the show, Sara and Jordyn dive into the world of Multi-Level Marketing, aka MLMs, aka legal pyramid schemes. What are they? Why do people buy into them? And how does faith play a role? Listen to find out!

Topic: Halloween

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! We're celebrating the end of spooky season by talking all about Halloween, and why (or why not) Christians still celebrate it. In this episode we discuss the history of Halloween, the best and worst kinds of candy, and how Sara and Jordyn both accidentally over-sexualized their costumes at the 7th grade Halloween party. Yes, you read that right.

Hope you all have a safe and happy spooky weekend, however you celebrate!

Topic: Exorcisms - It's a spooky one!

[TW: discussions of spiritual warfare, and some depictions of ritualistic sacrifice and the effects of demonic possession]

In this, our first-ever "spooky-sode," we prepare for the last weeks of the Halloween season with the height of spiritual spookiness: exorcisms and demonic possession. Specifically, we discuss some of the major teachings about exorcisms from different faith traditions (leaning heavily on Roman Catholic tradition) and our takes on whether or not Christians should be weary of being "inflicted by a diabolical." 

It's the first episode of CULT Communion! We'll talk about definite cults, possible cults, and what makes things culty or not. For today's episode, we'll be talking about Youth With A Mission AKA YWAM. It's hard to say whether or not this organization can be called a cult or not, but we dive into the history, influence and practices in the group to see what we can determine. Join us!

Topic: Christian Kids Shows

In this episode, Jordyn and Sara discuss the wonders of a few beloved (and maybe notorious?) Christian shows for kids. Let's be honest, it's mostly about Veggie Tales, but Bibleman, 321 Penguins, and Adventures in Odyssey also make an appearance--as well as a mid-episode vegetable salvation crisis that Jordyn and Sara will never get over...

Guys, we're just feeling led by the spirit to share our testimony with all of you, especially in this season where the abiding presence of God is moving us to fellowship and to grow in our mission opportunities and.....um... kinda lost where we were going with that.

Anyway, we're talking about "Christianese", the lingo that many Christians use every day. Is it always a bad thing? Of course not! But we need to remember to be genuine when we talk about our faith. Also, there are definitely a few words and phrases that we could probably retire.

Topic: Diverse Friendships

In this episode, we discuss the importance (and the benefits) of having genuine, unconditionally loving friendships and relationships with people who look, think, and believe differently than you. We dive into some of the interpersonal and cognitive benefits to being friends--even when common ground might be hard to find. 

TW: Discussions of mental health, suicide/suicidal ideation

So, we can all admit the church isn't always a great place to talk about mental health, right? But hopefully one day it will get better! In this episode, Sara and Jordyn discuss myths surrounding mental health, the difference between mental illness and possession, and why you can't just cure depression with a bible verse and a positive attitude, Deborah!! 

Topic: Potlucks, food, and the spirituality of a meal together

In this episode, Jordyn and Sara talk about the many ways food connects with their spiritual lives. They discuss the importance of making and sharing meals with those you love--and they share some KFC in the process. Warning: this episode may make you hungry!

Hiya, babes! It's our first minisode! We read some of the stories you sent to us, clarify some points, tie up loose ends, and try out our Love Island accents. Hope you enjoy!