We are back! Join us as we kick off the final part of our Healing session as we go intra-personal exploring healing of Mind, Body, & Soul. In this episode we exploring healing in the Mind with seasoned therapist Josette Nard. Listen in as we learn what is distinctly healing of the mind and some practical ways we continue this healing today. Check o…

Sam interviews Kimberly and her husband Jeff about the extensive healing they have sought in their own marriage. Among normal life's challenges they have pursued healing through job loss, grief, separation, trauma, chronic illness, and Jeff leaving their shared faith. Listen in to this special episode as we explore what healing can look like in thi…

In this episode Kimberly and Sam explore the question what does healing look like within extended families? These relationships can often be complicated but politics, lockdowns and 2020 in general have spotlighted already existing strains for many extended family relationships. Listen in as we explore what healing can look like. Your hosts: Kimberl…

We explore the question of healing within friendships during this challenging time. Masks, gatherings, politics - individuals are making decisions that vary widely with previously close friends. What does this mean for the future of these friendships? What can healing look like in these times? Listen in as we explore this important question. Your h…

In this episode we follow our guide, Sheila Wise Rowe, exploring the realities of healing racial trauma. This episode is relevant for all skin colors. Sheila is author of the book Healing Racial Trauma: the road to resilience. In it, she tells the truth and offers stories hope. We are doing a first of it's kind here on AASD a **BOOK GIVEAWAY!!** Yo…

If you are feeling any questions about church and the current, or future, role of faith communities this will be an interesting episode for you. You will find yourself in the questions and exploration of "what is happening in the church right now?" Listen in. Your hosts: Kimberly Pelletier https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ Samuel Ogles https://w…

In this episode we explore what can ideological and political healing can look like in 2020. We welcome Dr. Andrew DeCort from the Neighbor-Love Movement in Ethiopia as we explore both the ideas of loving the "other" and the experience of engaging the healing for ourselves, our neighbors, and our society. You will find this a uniquely challenging, …

Recorded in June 2020 on the heals of the George Floyd protests, we explore a contemplative approach to the racial tension in America. How does our interior contemplation affect our exterior life? Are there ways we can approach this time in history with a contemplative path that ushers in justice? Listen in as two white spiritual directors explore …

In this special episode we explore opportunities for transformation during this time of global pandemic that go far beyond "trust God" and "have faith." Join us for a fresh way of seeing and engaging this strange time in our lives. Your hosts: Kimberly Pelletier https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ Samuel Ogles https://www.samuelogles.com/ Sam's En…

In this special episode we explore the existence of hope. What does hope look like the time of a global pandemic? Sit with us as we explore what consistent hope might look and feel like in a world that is updating daily. Your hosts: Kimberly Pelletier https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ Samuel Ogles https://www.samuelogles.com/ Sam's Enneathing Yo…

In this special episode we explore the question about how to deal with the the people who think differently than us about the global pandemic - whatever your opinions may be. Sit with us as we explore this frustration and outrage so many are experiencing throughout the US and the globe as leaders make varying decisions and individuals have their ow…

In this special episode we explore the question about how we deal with the existential grief we are feeling during this global pandemic. During social distancing, economic uncertainty, sickness and death where do we go with our feelings? Sit with us as we explore this question many of us have during these days. Your hosts: Kimberly Pelletier https:…

This question gets deep quickly as we explore the psychology and spirituality of growth and acceptance. What motivates us to grow if we are already fully loved? Is that even the "right" way to think about it? We also touch on burnout, transition, and experiencing the freshness of the Spirit. Listen in as we explore this question. Respond to us with…

Recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, we explore the church as a listener asked "is church really necessary anymore?" Honestly, we would explore this question today differently than we did at the end of January when we recorded this episode, but we are part of an ongoing conversation and wanted to publish this anyhow. Respond to us with your tho…

Listen in as we explore the sentiment "I feel like I should be doing more with the spiritual disciplines, how do I get motivated to start?" We explore why people might feel this way and how to approach this within the context of healthy spirituality and what role desire plays in our spiritual life. No question is too awkward or insignificant. Submi…

In this episode Kimberly & Sam explore the messy question of what we do when Christian leaders we've trusted fail and wound? Things get interesting as we get into the "me too" "church too" movement, the patriarchy, structural challenges within the church, and the limits of personal transformation. As always, we are very interested in your feedback …

Follow us around the enneagram circle as we consider what it looks like to survive The Holidays based on the enneagram number you most identify with. This episode can help you cultivate a gentle noticing based on the enneagram can help you survive the Holidays in a new way. Submit a question for our regular seasonNo question is too awkward or insig…

From politics to the pulpit this is a question you could get a myriad of answers on these days. Come explore this question with us as we wind down season one. It's been great to have you listening, be sure to subscribe to be the first to hear when we go live with season 2! No question is too awkward or insignificant. Submit your question to the pod…

From purity culture to online dating and loaded ideas scattered all around dating culture we explore the question: Is it okay for a Christian to date a non-Christian? Whether you are dating now, considering it, raising a future dater, or reflecting on your dating past this episode will give you much to consider and offer you a gracious space to do …

Ah, masturbation. How does one engage individual sexual satisfaction in light of their pursuit of spiritual growth and religion? How would a spiritual director explore this question? Listen in as we explore this still-rather-taboo topic. Now that you know we will explore any question, Submit your question to the podcast!! https://docs.google.com/fo…

So many people are hurt by the tension of this topic. This is part 2 of 3 in a sexuality series, this time exploring the question "Is homosexuality a sin?" Listen in as we navigate the church-wide landmines, regardless of theological disposition, within this charged topic. Part 3 in episode 13 next week explores the questions of masturbation and sp…

In this episode Sam and Kimberly explore part 1 of 3 in a sexuality series "Are we born with a sexual orientation or do we choose it?" Listen in as we navigate the church-wide landmines, regardless of theological disposition, within this charged topic. Part 2 in episode 12 next week explores the questions, "Is homosexuality a sin?" Now that you kno…

In this episode Sam and Kimberly explore the question "Can a spiritual director's faith tradition or theology be different than mine?" Can you be guided by someone who has a different take on important issues? Can you guide someone who has different ideas about the Bible than you do? Your hosts: https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samu…

In this episode Sam and Kimberly explore the question "Does God even care about the details of my life?" Does freedom in decision making impact our spiritual growth? Is there even freedom in our decisions? What if we miss "plan A" for our lives? Is there even a "plan A"? What role does desire play into our spiritual lives and decision-making proces…

In this episode Sam and Kimberly explore the question "What things in the Bible should we rethink?" Your hosts: https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samuelogles.com/ Submit your question to the podcast at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14bbfb9RZ_RRl7_I_-xxW3jVPAG88pdfRKQeadmE7nw8/edit?usp=sharing_eip&ts=5c69d7fd Respond with your thoug…

In this episode Sam and Kimberly explore the question "Where is God in my exhausted, just getting by, parenting routine? Your hosts: https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samuelogles.com/ Submit your question to the podcast at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14bbfb9RZ_RRl7_I_-xxW3jVPAG88pdfRKQeadmE7nw8/edit?usp=sharing_eip&ts=5c69d7fd Re…

In this episode we explore the question, "Is it possible to go a week without sinning?" Your hosts: https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samuelogles.com/ Submit your question to the podcast at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14bbfb9RZ_RRl7_I_-xxW3jVPAG88pdfRKQeadmE7nw8/edit?usp=sharing_eip&ts=5c69d7fd Respond with your thoughts, reflect…

In this episode we explore the question "how can I know God's will in a specific circumstance of my life?" Your hosts: https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samuelogles.com/ Submit your question to the podcast at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14bbfb9RZ_RRl7_I_-xxW3jVPAG88pdfRKQeadmE7nw8/edit?usp=sharing_eip&ts=5c69d7fd A quick google s…

In this episode we explore to the question "do I have to be sure of my faith to be in spiritual direction?" Your hosts: https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samuelogles.com/ The book Samuel mentioned The Culture Code: the secrets of highly successful groups The most powerful words in struggle are "me, too" mentioned by Brené Brown here …

In this episode we explore the question What do I look for in a Spiritual Direction for? And how do I find one? Click here to submit your anonymous question to the Ask A Spiritual Director podcast. https://kimberlypenrodpelletier.com/ https://www.samuelogles.com/ Resources from the podcast to find a spiritual director: https://www.sdiworld.org/ Spi…