Presence And Practice

Sungshim serves with Soul Shepherding as a Spiritual Director and Coach. She is also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in private practice and as a church consultant. For over a decade she was a pastor’s wife at a Korean American megachurch. 

She has an M.S. degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary and has received ministry coaching from Dr.’s Bill and Kristi Gaultiere. 

Sungshim’s ministry comes out of her own story of working through emotional deficits from childhood and the challenges of being an immigrant from Korea. Through her own emotional and spiritual growth process she and John developed a method of prayer called “Immanuel Journaling.” This tool was introduced in their book Joyful Journey and has become a widely used practice. Sungshim is fluent in Korean and English and has a special focus on ministry to Asian Americans.

Sungshim and her husband John live in Glendale, CA and have two children.

https://www.soulshepherding.org/

“I’m fine,” we say. Men especially do this to be “strong” — much to the disappointment of family and friends (especially women!) who want more connection. Burying emotions is actually a weakness that disrupts life and ministry. Bill Gaultiere and John Loppnow, fellow pastors and counselors, share how they connect with their emotions and with God. John introduces “Immanuel Journaling” as a tool for self-awareness and prayer.

https://www.soulshepherding.org/

HAVE YOU EVER FELT LIKE YOU’RE DOING ALL THE RIGHT THINGS—YET GOD STILL FEELS DISTANT?

A RELATIONSHIP BUILT ON LOVE AND TRUST IS ESSENTIAL TO A DEEPER WALK. BUT HOW DOES THAT HAPPEN?

Book author, Marcus Warner, examines how heavily left-brained models of discipleship often miss our hearts. To know God is to experience Him. When a joy bond is formed with God, then study, discipline, and ministry can enhance our attachment.

Dr. Warner provides a model for whole-brained, heart-focused discipleship based on the gospel’s four essentials: freedom, identity, Spirit, and heart-focused community—FISH. With pastoral warmth, Warner provides a biblically balanced approach to dealing with the wounds, lies, and strongholds in our lives.

If you’re looking for a joy-filled, vibrant, mature relationship with God, then join Marcus Warner in A Deeper Walk.

https://deeperwalkinternational.org/a-deeper-walk-book/ 


Presence And Practice
https://www.presenceandpractice.com/


Loppnow Relationship Center
https://www.loppnowrelationshipcenter.com/

We are building a fresh and exciting way for couples to be trained in core relationship skills.   We utilize both a cohort model and a self-paced training for group coaching.

If you are interested in being trained in relationship skills for intimate relationships reach out.  

John @ Loppnow Relationship Center dot com 

Intro

Dr. Lou Cozolino practices psychotherapy and consulting psychology in Beverly Hills, California. He received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA and an M.T.S. from Harvard University. He has been a professor at Pepperdine since 1986 and lectures worldwide on psychotherapy, neuroscience, trauma, and attachment.

https://www.drloucozolino.com/ 

Some of Dr. Cozolino's books are: 

Why Therapy Works, The Making of a Therapist and the Development of a Therapist

Social Neuroscience of Education and Attachment-Based Teaching

1st Question - As you see it - what is the biggest issue people are facing these days?

He shares an interesting answer.

Shame

What is the difference between Core Shame and Appropriate Shame?

What can people do with power (Parents, Pastors, small group leaders) regarding shame?

Trauma

What is Trauma?

And, how can people identify trauma in such a way that moves them towards healing?

Spirituality

What does unhealthy spirituality and healthy spirituality look like?

Attachment-Based Teaching

What can pastors and small group leaders learn from this?

If anyone is interested in how Sungshim and John integrate the knowledge from Interpersonal Neurobiology you can find out more at our Therapy Practice - Loppnow Relationship Center.

We integrate this brain science with spirituality and shame.  Just kidding about the shame, we help you understand how shame works and how to experience God's love.  This is the core of our task - learning how to receive love.

Perry Marshall - Memos From The Head Office 028
I had an amazing time dialoguing with Perry.  I think you'll find our conversation enlightening and fun.  And, I know you'll walk away with some tangible tools.

This book delivers detailed verifiable stories of real entrepreneurs who found that listening to the Head Office goes beyond a sharp mind or brilliant strategy. In these pages, you’ll discover a superior resource for critical decisions.


You can read 3 Free chapters here

https://www.perrymarshall.com/memos/

Book from Amazon

We integrate listening to God in our therapy, coaching and training.  If you are interested in learning more check us out at:

Loppnow Relationship Center
https://www.loppnowrelationshipcenter.com/

Presence + Practice
https://www.presenceandpractice.com/


PS: We have some really exciting things in store related to ongoing training with practices in community built in an app.  Including both free and for an investment.  

027 - The Divine Heart

026 - The Eternal Heart - Carl McColman 

Check out Carl's really great website!

https://anamchara.com/

Carl is an energetic, kind and joy-filled human being.  I had such a delightful conversation and a wonderful time with him.

The heart is where the human soul and God meet.

This is what teachings from Scripture and the mystics reveal: the heart is the temple of God within us and within the heart we hold the key to live a truly divine life. But how do we embody the tremendous love available to us, deep in our hearts?

In Eternal Heart, Carl McColman, author of The Big Book of Christian Mysticism, invites us to create an optimistic, visionary, and imaginative path to personal happiness and fulfillment. Weaving together teachings from the biblical tradition, literature of the mystics, and wisdom of the world's contemplative traditions, McColman engages us in profound, practical exercises for cultivating fuller, more abundant, and more satisfying lives.

The path of Christian Mysticism is a path of both contemplation and action. By unlocking the mysteries in our hearts, we discover a source of divine love deep within us: a power for spiritual growth, and for creating meaningful relationships and working together to change the world for the better.


Presence + Practice
https://www.presenceandpractice.com/ 

If you are interested in Contemplative Therapy consider
Loppnow Relationship Center
https://www.loppnowrelationshipcenter.com/ 

by Christine Valters Paintner

1st of 3 Episodes focused on Contemplative Living.


Abbey of the Arts - A wonderful website and ministry.  Please visit to get a sense of her overall work.

https://abbeyofthearts.com/

Through brief words of prayer or petition said silently to the rhythm of one's breath, this simple, meditative act combines praise for the divine with focused intention, creating a profound spiritual connection in the quiet, and even mundane, moments of the day .

In Breath Prayer, Christine Valters Paintner, online abbess of Abbey of the Arts, introduces us to this spiritual practice and offers beautiful poem-prayers for walking, working, dressing, cleaning, sitting in silence, doing the dishes, living in community--breathing the divine into our daily lives. Over time these recitations become as natural as breathing. We don't so much recite the prayers as the prayers recite us, guide us, and open our hearts to the everyday sacred.

With each of the forty prayers, Paintner includes reflections on life's ordinary beauty and heartfelt advice for discovering the sacred all around. Breath Prayer concludes with guidance for creating your own breath prayers to deepen your practice.  [Taken from Amazon]

Presence + Practice 
https://www.presenceandpractice.com/ 


If you are interested in Contemplative Therapy
https://www.loppnowrelationshipcenter.com/ 

024 - Designed To Heal (w/Jennie A. McLaurin)

A doctor and a scientist reveal how to heal relational and emotional wounds by exploring the amazing restorative processes of the body.

I had so much fun dialoguing with Jennie.  She is woman full of wisdom, faith and love.  
I think you’ll wholeheartedly enjoy this conversation.  I feel as though I gained a sister in Christ.

Our bodies are designed to heal. We fall off our bikes and skin our knees―and without effort on our part, the skin looks like new in a few days. But while our skinned knees easily heal, it can sometimes feel like our emotional and relational wounds are left gaping open, broken beyond repair. If our bodies instinctively know how to heal physical injuries, could they also help us understand how to restore painful emotional and relational ruptures?

In their groundbreaking debut book, physician Jennie McLaurin and scientist Cymbeline T. Culiat write Designed to Heal: a fascinating look at how the restorative processes of the body can model patterns we may adapt to heal the acute and chronic wounds of our social bodies. Through engaging patient stories, imaginative travels through the body’s microcellular landscapes, accessible references to current research, and reflections on the image of God, Designed to Heal offers a new perspective for healing our social divisions. By learning how the body is created with mechanisms that optimize a flourishing recovery from life’s inevitable wounds, we are given a model for hopeful, faithful, and enduring healing in all other aspects of our lives. Our wounds don’t have to have the last word.  [Taken from https://www.jenniemclaurin.com/books ]

Some info about Jennie.

She has written for MIssio Alliance and Biologos 

Jennie’s Website 

Writing for Missio Alliance

Writing for BioLogo

Presence And Practice
https://www.presenceandpractice.com/ 

We teach and train people in relationship skills that enable them to stay awake to the love of God and love of others.


If you are interested in online Therapy or Brain Skill Coaching
https://www.loppnowrelationshipcenter.com/

#PresenceAndPractice
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Ed Khouri 

https://www.equippinghearts.com/our-vision

John Barclay wrote a book Paul and The Gift

The gift that one person gave another when they wanted to have an ongoing relationship with one another. The receiving of the gift was saying yes, I want to be a part of this relationship.

Grace means...

You are my favorite. 

You are special.

And, I want a relationship with you.

noun. Charis. GK: an undeserved state of divine virtue, favor or unmerited sanctification

b: the ongoing invitation to live in response to the Lord’s delight 

c: the relational and practical position we have as God’s special and favorite without earning 

verb. to dignify or raise by an act of favor; to honor.

You only get to experience grace in relationship.

Grace + Peace are 2 sides of the same word.

4 Deadly Ps

When special or favorite is missing.

Pleasing

Performing

(Avoiding) Pain

(Holding on to) Pleasure 

It is important to get to the root of fear.

How to tell a Face of Grace story

Think about a time you felt special when you interacted with someone. Reflect on it until you can feel it again.

What happened

What emotions did you feel

How did your body feel

Relational Spirituality

Book Ed referenced and I'm currently reading.

[Taken from Ed's website....please check it out]

Grace-based resources and experiences built to last…

What would your life be like if you saw yourself as God’s favorite? Imagine how things would change. At Equipping Hearts, the lasting concepts of our resources, trainings, and coaching are designed to 

·      enrich your life with God 

·      help you develop a strong, healthy identity, and

·      become a catalyst for life-giving community with others

·      strengthen your leadership and organization 

We center on infrastructure, not add-ons. The last thing you need is another end-all curriculum, book, or trending idea—and we know it! Our grace-based framework we share can be easily integrated into your life, leadership, small group, or organization. 

Equipping Hearts teaches skills that lead to sustainable life transformation by emphasizing experience, not just information. Emotionally, relationally, and spiritually, our creative exercises are designed to train your brain. These relational methods can be applied to strengthen any life, learning opportunity, or culture—we’ve seen it over and over!



Presence And Practice
https://www.presenceandpractice.com/


If you are interested in online Therapy or Brain Skill Coaching
https://www.loppnowrelationshipcenter.com/


#EdKhouri 
#PresenceAndPractice
#IJ #ImmanuelJournaling