Spiritual Living for the 21st Century

Spiritual Living for the 21st Century

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Spiritual Living for the 21st Century episodes

  • Joy

    This week, Reverend Ken Daigle concludes the Advent Series with a reflection on the radiant energy that uplifts the soul and connects us to the divine. His talk honors joy, not as a fleeting sensation, but as a deep awareness of life's sacred fullness, reminding us that the light that shines through us all. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on December 21st, 2025.

    23 min
  • Advent Series: Love

    This week, Reverend Ken Daigle continues the Advent Series with a reflection on love as a transformative force that heals and harmonizes. His talk explores how choosing love — over fear, over ego, over division — opens the heart to the peace and unity our world longs for. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on December 14th, 2025.

    24 min
  • Advent Series: Peace

    This week, Rev. Ken Daigle continues the Advent Series with a reflection on what it means to be truly "at home in the world." As the holiday season invites us to rediscover calm amid the clamor, this talk explores peace as a grounded way of being — a quiet strength that radiates from within. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on December 7th, 2025.

    27 min
  • Advent Series: Faith

    This week, Tylor Krueger reflects on his journey to faith, examining the divine forces at work and the inner conviction that what must unfold will unfold, illuminating the unseen forces that move us toward fulfillment and peace. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on November 30th, 2025.

    33 min
  • Gratitude

    This week, Dr. J.D. Schramm dives deep into the subtle but powerful distinction between gratitude and appreciation. Using the beautiful metaphor of a woven tapestry, J.D. illustrates how gratitude serves as the internal foundation (the warp), while appreciation is the active, external expression that brings texture and color to our lives (the woof). Dr. Schramm shares personal stories to demonstrate the spiritual principle that "what you appreciate, appreciates." He also breaks down the hard science behind these practices, explaining how authentic gratitude can literally rewire our brains, lower cortisol, and boost our overall well-being. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on November 23rd, 2025.

    25 min
  • No Exceptions, No Exclusions, No Excuses

    This week, Reverend Ken Daigle explores diversity as the root of lasting systems. He reveals how true power flourishes when every voice, every story, and every expression of being is fully embraced. In his words, "We think excuses keep us safe, they don't. They keep us caged, and truth sets us free." This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on November 16th, 2025.

    28 min
  • Resilience Like Water

    This week, Reverend Eleesabeth Hager explores how we can flow with life's challenges instead of being overwhelmed by them. Drawing from her profound experiences as a hospice chaplain and caregiver, she shares what happened when she agreed to speak on resilience... and life immediately put her to the test. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on November 9th, 2025.

    21 min
  • Dia de los Muertos

    This week, David Monticalvo led a reflection on Chicano heritage, spiritual tradition, and his personal journey with Día de los Muertos, honoring life, legacy, and the beauty of connection across generations. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on November 2nd, 2025.

    18 min
  • A Century of Transformation

    This week, Reverend Ken Daigle explores the lessons of awakening regarding Unity San Francisco as he reflects on 106 years of the spiritual community. For over a century, Unity San Francisco has been a beacon of spiritual growth — a community rooted in love, resilience, and transformation. Rev. Ken also celebrates who we are, how we've grown, and the powerful vision that continues to guide us forward. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on October 26th, 2025.

    33 min
  • Radical Candor

    This week, Reverend Ken Daigle gives a talk about speaking the truth with love, compassion, and clarity. This concept, known as Radical Candor, is an alternative path to better living. Too often, we think our only options are silence (to keep the peace) or bluntness (to speak the truth). But radical candor is a third option that we can explore as a community. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on October 19th, 2025.

    24 min

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The podcast from Unity San Francisco that explores modern spiritual teachings and provides insight into how to apply them in your life.