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Welcome to Stories & Other Things Holy! This week begins our Advent series, a time to reflect on the surprise and grace of the incarnation. Inspired by Greg Boyle’s moving story of his mother, we explore:

• The essence of Advent as a "surprise party" for the incarnation
• What it means to wake up and say, "You’re Here!" with gratitude and awe
• How this season can help us recognize God’s presence in our lives today

We’ve kept this episode short to allow more space for you to reflect and pray during this busy season. Access additional prayer prompts and reflections on our website: StoriesAndOtherThingsHoly.com.

Greg Boyle, SJ
Cherished Belonging: The Healing Power of Love in Divided Times (NEW) Hardback or Kindle
The Whole Language: The Power of Extravagant Tenderness (2023)
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Welcome to Stories & Other Things Holy! This week, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a powerful story about Sister Joan Chittister’s experience during a near-crisis on a plane, where she moves from saying a prayer to becoming a prayer. In conversation with Joshua Minden, they explore:

The difference between saying prayers and becoming a prayer
How suffering and desperation deepen our connection with God
The significance of the body in prayer and the incarnation
Why memorizing prayers can become an embodied spiritual practice
This episode invites you to reflect on how grace moves through us, even in moments of fear or uncertainty.

Sister Joan Chittister, O.S.B.
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Welcome to Stories & Other Things Holy! In this episode, Terry Nelson-Johnson and host Joshua Minden take us on a journey inspired by an encounter on a hot summer hike. A dad and son fully committed to “hunting for everything” becomes a powerful reminder to open our eyes and hearts to the grace surrounding us. Terry reflects on the idea of hunting for grace in everyday life and how these simple, joyful moments hold unexpected wisdom.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How a hiking story reveals hidden layers of grace
• Reflections on making “belief” and embracing a sense of wonder
• The power of grace in everyday encounters and relationships
• A call to see the world through eyes ready to seek and find grace everywhere

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