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Summary

In this episode of Speaking of Faith, Bishop DeDe discusses the importance of speaking about faith in a compassionate and understanding manner, especially in the context of political discussions. She emphasizes the need for humility, the importance of listening, and the necessity of acknowledging when we are wrong. The conversation also touches on how to support those who are grieving and the significance of sharing our faith without the pressure of having all the answers. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to engage in faith conversations with love and courage, recognizing that God is always at work in our attempts to connect with others.


Takeaways

-Speaking of faith means discussing what is important to us.
-Our allyship is with God and God's people.
-We need humility and curiosity to make a comeback.
-Compassion is essential when discussing faith with others.
-We must apologize when we have been wrong.
-Listening is key to sharing our faith effectively.
-We should not try to fix others' pain with words.
-Grief should be honored through storytelling.
-Blessed are you when you're trying to speak about faith.
-God is always redeeming our failed attempts. 


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Speaking of Faith
01:28 The Intersection of Faith and Politics
03:49 The Importance of Compassion in Conversations
08:41 Humility and the Need for Apology
10:41 Understanding Grief and Loss
19:13 Listening and Sharing Faith
24:09 The Journey of Trying and Learning in Faith

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Speaking of Faith with Bishop DeDeBy The Episcopal Diocese of Central New York

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