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Welcome to #8 in our Top 10 Countdown of the most popular episodes of Season 1 - Epiphany: The Gift of Receiving God (Episode 12)

Join us as we revisit this special Epiphany episode of Stories and Other Things Holy. 
Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson dives into the profound mystery of the incarnation, reflecting on God’s vulnerability and what it means for us to truly receive the gift of divine love.

In this heartfelt story, Terry recalls a personal encounter that illuminates the deep connection between giving, receiving, and participating in God’s work in the world. Together, we explore:

The paradox of the wise men giving and receiving gifts.
The transformative power of saying “yes” to God’s gifts.
How our willingness to receive enables God’s work in the world.

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Top 10 from Season 1 - #9 - "I Signed the Book of the Dead?!" A Lenten Wake-Up Call

In Episode 22 of Stories and Other Things Holy, Terry recounts a funeral visit that took an unexpected turn when he accidentally signed the “Book of the Dead.” Far from a grim tale, this lighthearted moment leads to profound insights on the Lenten season, our mortality, and how embracing both can ignite hope.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Terry’s near-death experience and how it reshaped his outlook
• The comedic yet meaningful mishap of signing the “Book of the Dead”
• How Lent invites us to “preregister” our own mortality
• The balance between remembering death and celebrating life
• The spiritual practice of facing our human limitations with hope

Key Takeaways:

• Engaging with our own mortality can deepen our appreciation for life
• Humor often arises in unexpected places, even at a funeral
• Lent as a season of reflection, humility, and spiritual preparation
• Remembering death isn’t morbid—it’s a call to live more fully

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Top 10 from Season 1 - #10 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes

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Episode 27 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes

On this Easter Monday—one filled with both hope and grief following the passing of Pope Francis—we reflect on a story that reminds us what resurrection really looks like: surprise, grace, and the tender solidarity of “I’ve been there. You’ll be okay.”

In this episode, Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a story of a young mother overwhelmed by life, a black trash bag full of burned pans, and a mysterious act of kindness that transforms failure into grace.

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⏱️ Chapter Markers
[0:00] – Easter Monday Reflection
[1:44] – What Easter Is Really About
[2:48] – Meet the Young Mother
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Celebrate Pentecost in a uniquely powerful way with this special episode featuring Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson. Through three deeply moving stories—ranging from family bonds to overcoming profound grief—you'll explore the spiritual invitation to dance with joy and resilience, embodying the essence of Pentecost.

📌 Chapters:

• 0:00 - Welcome & Introduction
• 1:02 - The First Dance: Uncle Bob’s Touching Request
• 4:47 - Story of Resilience: Poet Gregory Orr’s Journey
• 8:05 - Dancing Through Adversity: A Father’s Love During COVID
• 10:44 - Reflection: Pentecost and the Invitation to Dance
• 12:32 - Special Announcement & Future of the Podcast

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What Happens After We Die? A Heartfelt Story About the Mystery of Love

When we lose someone we love, we're often left with the haunting question: "Where are they now?" In this deeply moving episode of Stories and Other Things Holy, Terry shares his journey from complex theological questions to beautifully simple truth.

📖 CHAPTER MARKERS: 00:00 - Introduction: The Power of Simple Spirituality 01:14 - Kate Braestrup's Memoir: A Line That Changed Everything
02:16 - Becoming an Orphan: The Universal Question 03:49 - 3AM Questions and NPR Sundays 05:22 - The Moment Everything Became Clear 06:30 - Where Love Lives: Visiting Our Departed 07:36 - Closing Reflection

💭 REFLECTION QUESTIONS:

• How do you find comfort when grieving the loss of loved ones?
• What does "God is love, literally" mean to you?
• How has your spirituality become simpler over time?

📚 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• "Zapped" by Kate Braestrup
• Krista Tippett's "On Being" (NPR)

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🌟 Episode 29: Wait, There's More! – Easter Wisdom from Madeline L'Engle 🌟

Ever thought your relationship was beyond saving? This Easter season, Terry Nelson-Johnson unpacks a profound life lesson inspired by beloved author Madeline L'Engle. Through touching stories and candid reflections, explore why every marriage and relationship experiences "death"—and how Easter offers us hope and resurrection.

🔖 Chapters: 

[00:00] - Introduction: Wait, There's More! 
[01:11] - Who Was Madeline L'Engle? 
[01:54] - Two-Part Invention: A Story of a Marriage 
[02:54] - Every Marriage Dies—Will Yours Resurrect? 
[03:37] - Love Beyond Loss: Madeline's Powerful Insight 
[05:32] - Easter's Greatest Gift: Endless Love

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• Madeline L'Engle's "Two-Part Invention: The Story of a Marriage"

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🎙️ Episode 28: Easter and the Paradox of Love

In this moving Easter reflection, Terry Nelson-Johnson tells the story of Kinsey—a man caught between academic success and the shadow of a cruel father. What unfolds is a moment of intimacy and transformation, echoing one of Christianity’s most iconic images: the Pietà.

Through laughter, grief, and paradox, Terry weaves a connection between the pain we witness and the deepening of love. A reminder that grace often lives where sorrow and beauty meet.

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⏱️ Chapters
[0:00] - Intro: Stories and Other Things Holy
[0:06] - Easter as Paradox
[1:14] - The Kinsey Story Begins
[2:31] - The Cruel Father & the Dinner Table
[3:38] - Tears, Love, and Transformation
[4:15] - The Pietà and Christ’s Final Words
[5:04] - Closing Reflection: Easter and the Paradox of Love

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Episode 27 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes

On this Easter Monday—one filled with both hope and grief following the passing of Pope Francis—we reflect on a story that reminds us what resurrection really looks like: surprise, grace, and the tender solidarity of “I’ve been there. You’ll be okay.”

In this episode, Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a story of a young mother overwhelmed by life, a black trash bag full of burned pans, and a mysterious act of kindness that transforms failure into grace.

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⏱️ Chapter Markers

0:00 – Easter Monday Reflection
1:44 – What Easter Is Really About
2:48 – Meet the Young Mother
4:45 – A Box, A Note, A Miracle
6:35 – Resurrection After Brunch
7:05 – Outro & Call to Action

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Episode Overview:

In this stirring episode, Joshua Minden and guest Terry Nelson-Johnson guide you through a reflective journey into the mystery of the cross during Holy Week. With stories drawn from real-world hardships—from the early days of the Ukraine conflict to the heartbreak of lost landmarks in Los Angeles—this episode challenges you to rediscover Jesus in every broken and painful moment.

 Chapter Markers:

[00:02] Introduction
[01:30] Episode Title & Branding 
[01:40] Personal Testimony & The Unpolished Cross
[03:24] Story of Suffering & Loss
[04:27] A Father’s Story in Crisis
[05:04] Jesus in the Ashes
[07:19] Unpacking the Mystery of the Cross
[08:44] Call to Reflection & Community Engagement

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