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- Don't Forget To Pray: Discerning The Call and WhatnotDon’t Forget to Pray: Discerning The Call and Whatnot
Welcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
Discernment is the ability to make well-informed and perceptive decisions. It involves the capacity to distinguish between right and wrong, or truth and deceit, by carefully analyzing the underlying nuances. Discernment is often closely associated with judgment, wisdom, insight, or the ability to perceive that which isn't immediately apparent.In a spiritual context, discernment is seen as the process of understanding and making decisions in line with one's spiritual or religious beliefs. It involves sensing or understanding matters at a deeper, often spiritual or metaphysical, level. Spiritual discernment is often linked to intuition, inner guidance, and aligning oneself with higher spiritual truths. It helps individuals make choices that align with their spiritual journey and overall purpose.
For me, one of the tools in the discernment process is prayer. Whatever you are discerning, remember to pray. This was the wisdom that I shared with a group of young adults who are discerning their next steps regarding what God is calling them to and who God is calling them to be. Or perhaps, what God is calling them towards, and what God is calling them away form.
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- Composed by Sarah Debnam
- Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
- Release date February 24, 2023
- Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
- Produced by Daniel Jacobson
- Release date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism.
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe22 min - Life Will Life, So Celebrate Anyhow, and WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
I don't know who needs to hear this, but celebrate anyhow. Truly. Life will keep lifing and we need to make the moments that light our souls on fire. We need to make space for the things that bring us joy. If it's a birthday, graduation, wedding, celebrate. There is enough turmoil in the world that will discourage us from wanting to celebrate. Well, celebrate anyhow!
As always, I thank you for listening.
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PRODUCTION CREDITS This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.Featured Music with licensed permission: WHEW CHILE!- Composed by Sarah Debnam
- Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
- Release date February 24, 2023
- Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
- Produced by Daniel Jacobson
- Release date January 27, 2023
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe18 min - Mother’s Day: Motherhood Is Complicated, And WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
Mother's Day is complicated. Let's be honest and keep it real. As much as it is a celebratory day, it is also complex. On Mother's Day 2022, I had the opportunity to preach on Mother's Day and I want to offer that sermon to you. It is the story of Peter raising Tabitha from the dead. IN times like these, we can all use a little resurrection power. May you be blessed, encouraged, and seen on this day. Feel all of the feelings and know that I am praying for you and lifting you up. I see you, beloved.
As always, I thank you for listening.
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- Socials: @Porshanality and @PorshanalityMedia
- Website: www.porshanality.com
- Email: [email protected]
PRODUCTION CREDITS This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC. Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!- Composed by Sarah Debnam
- Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
- Release date February 24, 2023
- Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
- Produced by Daniel Jacobson
- Release date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism.
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe30 min - Critical Thinking: The Spiritual Magic of the Black Church, and WhatnotCritical Thinking: The Spiritual Magic of the Black Church, and Whatnot
Welcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in the community.
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but your ancestors are not demonic. In fact, Jesus is an ancestor. We are seeing a rise of white supremacy cosplaying in Blackface in Black churches and preaching anti-Black messages. This has to end. We must engage Black spirituality and Black religion with critical thinking. This episode addresses the notion that sound theology should be accessible to people everywhere. Liberation theology has not always been accessible to the broader public because of the “seminary paywall.” However, it is the responsibility of the seminary-trained preacher to preach the truth full and free for the people. Growing up in Bridgeport, CT, I had access to liberation theology at my church when it wasn’t popular to preach. When it came to my spiritual formation, I was encouraged to read and to become a student before I could lead. We need more preachers and proclaimers reading and engaging in sound study.
Here are a few authors who have a catalog of works that I recommend as required reading for constructing Black Spirituality: Anything and everything written by James H. Cone, Emilie Townes, Toni Morrison, James Baldwin, Howard Thurman, Alice Walker, Delores S. Williams, Renita J. Weems, Kaite Geneva Cannon, and Malidoma Patrice Some.
As always, I thank you for listening.
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WHEW CHILE!- Composed by Sarah Debnam
- Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
- Release date February 24, 2023
- Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
- Produced by Daniel Jacobson
- Release date January 27, 2023
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe25 min - Earth Day: The Earth Is The Lord's, Environmental Racism, And WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
The Earth is the Lord’s and everything in it.
This includes Black people, Brown People, Asain People, Indigenous People, Queer People, Trans people, Jewish People, Muslim People, and more. In light of Earth Day, in this episode, I want to talk about environmental racism.
Environmental racism refers to the disproportionate exposure of communities of color and low-income communities to environmental hazards and pollution and the lack of access to environmental resources and benefits. It is a form of systemic discrimination when these communities are subjected to higher levels of environmental risk and a lower quality of life due to discriminatory land use policies, zoning practices, and corporate decisions. Environmental racism can manifest in various ways, including but not limited to:- Siting of polluting industries: Toxic waste facilities, landfills, and factories that produce air, water, and soil pollution are often disproportionately located in communities of color and low-income areas. This results in higher exposure to hazardous pollutants for residents of these communities.
- Lack of access to green spaces: Marginalized communities often have limited access to parks, green spaces, and recreational areas, negatively impacting their physical and mental health.
- Food deserts: Low-income neighborhoods and communities of color may lack access to fresh, healthy food options, leading to higher rates of diet-related illnesses.
- Poor air and water quality: These communities often experience higher air and water pollution levels, leading to increased health risks and a lower quality of life.
- Climate change impacts: Vulnerable populations are often more susceptible to the impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events, heat waves, and flooding, due to inadequate infrastructure and limited resources.
- Exclusion from decision-making: Marginalized communities are often excluded from environmental decision-making processes, leading to a lack of representation and advocacy for their needs and concerns.
As always, I thank you for listening.
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Website: www.porshanality.com
Email: [email protected]
PRODUCTION CREDITS
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag, Again
Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel Jacobson
Release date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism.
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe23 min - Begin Again: My Truth About Failure, And WhatnotBegin Again: My Truth About Failure and Whatnot
Welcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
Today, I want to talk about failure. What is failure and what does it mean to fail? In order to understand failure, one must understand success. With the chaos of Netflix’s Live Special for Love Is Blind and with the buzz around the recent numbers of Chloe Bailey’s debut album, we have a case study for understanding what failure means and how we can respond to perceptions of failure. By the end of this episode, listeners will understand:- Progress, not perfection
- Experimenting is the key when trying, testing, and figuring things out publicly.
- It takes courage to put yourself out there publicly
- It’s ok to grieve what didn’t work out. Give yourself permission to grieve and mount what didn't meet your expectations. When the future is wrapped in our idea of success and life hands us something else, it hurts.
- Take the experience and see what you learned from the process. Is it worth trying again? Should you table the idea? Can it be refined?
- Try again and incorporate an element of play and joy for the fun of it. Loosen the expectations.
- What is at the core of the foundation? Return to the why of why you started.
- Rest in the wisdom that you tried the thing. Attempting is half the battle. Perhaps it’s time to redefine what success looks like.
For more, follow @PorshanalityMedia on social media
Website: www.porshanality.com
PRODUCTION CREDITS
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag, Again
Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel Jacobson
Release date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism.
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe25 min - A Resurrection Story: I Let My Dreams Die, And WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living.
I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
A Resurrection Story: I Let My Dreams Die, And Whatnot
In a moment of honesty, Porsha talks about how she let her dreams die, but thankfully she believes in a God of resurrections. After 90 days of full time entrepreneurship, Porsha has some thoughts to share regarding the challenges, joys, and triumphs that come with following your dreams for the second time. This and so much more on the episode.
As always, we thank you for listening. Please rate, comment, and subscribe.
For more, follow @Porshanality and @PorshanalityMedia on social media
Website: www.porshanality.com
PRODUCTION CREDITS
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag, Again
Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel Jacobson
Release date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe19 min - She said, "He Got Up", And WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living.
I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
In today’s bonus episode, Jesus got up! It's Resurrection Sunday! The women proclaimed it first. Be very clear. If you want to celebrate Easter, give the women the mic. This and more on the podcast.
As always, we thank you for listening. Please rate, comment, and subscribe.
For more, follow @Porshanality and @PorshanalityMedia on social media
Website: www.porshanality.com
PRODUCTION CREDITS
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag, Again
Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel JacobsonRelease date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe13 min - That Time Jesus said, **** This, and WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in the community.
Today’s episode, it’s time to talk about that time Jesus said, “**** This,” and Whatnot. Ok, he didn’t actually use profanity, but he was totally over the idea of sacrificing himself on the cross. It’s Holy Week; if we are honest, we should admit that Jesus was not ready to die. What we learn from his final moments in the Garden of Gethsemane are lessons for us all. We witness a Jesus who is equally as human as he is divine, full of compassion, radical honesty, and vulnerability. While he was frustrated with his disciples for falling asleep, we do see Jesus having an intimate moment with God the Creator. What can we learn from Jesus at this moment? It’s to be human and to accept yourself as a human being with emotions and feelings—this and more on the podcast.
As always, we thank you for listening. Please rate, comment, and subscribe.
For more, follow @Porshanality and @PorshanalityMedia on social media
Website: www.porshanality.com
PRODUCTION CREDITS
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag, Again
Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel JacobsonRelease date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe18 min - America Has A Problem, And WhatnotWelcome to Porshanality Podcast! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep life with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and so much more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
Today’s episode, it’s time to talk about America’s problem with the boarder crisis and with guns. The treatment of asylum seekers who are detained at the US boarder is an issue. And how is it that we are still seeing mass shootings in schools in 2023. America has a problem and it must end with us. We need to stand up and take action. We need to raise awareness.
There are several ways to raise awareness about senseless gun violence in America, some of which are:- Social Media Campaigns: Social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube provide a powerful platform to raise awareness about gun violence. Using hashtags such as #EndGunViolence, #GunControlNow, and #NeverAgain can help to amplify your message and reach a broader audience.
- Organize and Participate in Protests: Organizing and participating in peaceful protests can help to bring attention to the issue of gun violence. Protests can range from large-scale marches to smaller demonstrations, such as sit-ins or rallies.
- Support Gun Control Organizations: There are several organizations dedicated to ending gun violence in America, such as Moms Demand Action, Everytown for Gun Safety, and Brady Campaign. Donating to these organizations or volunteering your time can help to support their efforts and raise awareness.
- Write to Your Elected Officials: Writing to your elected officials, such as your senators and representatives, can help to voice your concerns about gun violence and urge them to take action. You can also participate in phone or email campaigns organized by gun control organizations to pressure lawmakers to enact gun control laws.
- Educate Others: Educating others about the facts and statistics of gun violence in America can help to raise awareness and dispel myths about gun ownership. This can include sharing articles, infographics, or videos that explain the issue in a clear and concise manner.
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PRODUCTION CREDITS
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag,
Again Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel Jacobson
Release date January 27, 2023
The Porshanality Podcast is the premiere curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Hosted by Porsha Williams Gates. Porsha Williams Gates is an ordained minister, coach, entrepreneur, spiritual advisor, and more. Join us weekly on Wednesdays for new episodes on Spotify, Apple, SoundCloud, and Google Podcasts. Topics range from relationships, marriage, culture, politics, friendship, parenting, finding self-love, joy, hope, spirituality, adulting, peace, business, and anti-racism.
Get full access to The Sounding Board at porshawilliamsgates.substack.com/subscribe19 min
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Welcome to Porshanality Podcast! It's the gospel according to Porsha! A curiously sermonic podcast playground for adulting over 30. Because let’s keep it real, life will keep "lifing" with swift transitions, but together we can honor the moments we are in and keep on living. I am your host, Porsha Williams Gates. I’m an entrepreneur, coach, ordained minister, spiritual advisor, writer, and more. Join me weekly on Wednesdays as we grow and live together in community.
This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLC.
For more, follow @Porshanality on social media
Website: www.porshanality.com
Featured Music with licensed permission:
WHEW CHILE!
Composed by Sarah Debnam
Produced by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Release date February 24, 2023
Back In My Bag, Again
Composed by Anthony Lobban, Dillon Heera, Daniel Jacobson
Produced by Daniel Jacobson
Release date January 27, 2023
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