Brian interviews Marques Hollie for this episode of the podcast. Marques Hollie (they/he), is an operatically-trained vocalist, ritual leader, and theatre-maker, who has been telling and singing stories for as long he can remember. Following a course of study in homiletics, liturgy, Torah exegesis, and the canon of Jewish stories, Marques received ordination as a Maggid (sacred storyteller). Currently, he is a student at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. Marques shares his journey as a queer clergy person who intertwines storytelling with spirituality. They discuss their experiences of coming out, exploration of faith, and how these elements have shaped their identity. We delve into the power of personal narratives, the significance of storytelling in understanding sacred texts, and the broader implications of these stories in personal transformation and community connection. 

Takeaways

Chapters

(02:58) The Journey of Queerness and Faith  

(05:57) Exploring the Intersection of Storytelling and Spirituality  

(09:03) The Power of Personal Narratives  

(11:58) Queer Sacred Storytelling and Its Impact  

(15:02) Finding Connection in Sacred Texts  

(18:01) The Role of Storytelling in Personal Transformation  

(20:54) The Broader Implications of Storytelling  

(23:58) Conclusion and Reflections on Storytelling  

(31:03) Exploring Midrash and Queer Perspectives  

(32:40) The Art of Storytelling in Jewish Tradition  

(35:14) The Journey to Rabbinical Identity  

(39:58) Navigating Interfaith Relationships and Rabbinical School  

(45:05) The Evolution of Jewish Leadership  

(49:45) Finding Joy in Liminal Spaces and Creative Energy  

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