In this episode we talk with author Amy Hughes about raising children with love, trust, and authenticity—without fear-based religion or rigid control.

Amy, a mom of nine, shares her personal journey from authoritarian Christian parenting toward a more relational, spiritually aware approach that values curiosity, connection, and the unique identity of each child.

We talk about:

Gentle parenting and Christian faith

Navigating spirituality and child development

How to guide kids without controlling them

Creating a safe space for kids to ask questions and explore beliefs

Letting go of fear in parenting and trusting God

Why words have the power to heal ("words like honey")

Raising kids in both Christian and spiritual/mystic circles

If you’ve ever wrestled with how to parent in a way that fosters independence and self-awareness, or how to keep a strong relationship with your kids as they grow into their own beliefs, this conversation will speak to you.

Connect with Amy:

Instagram – https://instagram.com/SimpleLittleAmy

Website – https://simplelittleabc.com

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.

Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

In this episode, Jordan shares his path from a non-religious upbringing shaped by exposure to various spiritual traditions. Through a mentor and his own spiritual seeking, he was led to Self-Realization Fellowship and the Bhagavad Gita. Surprisingly, he found himself drawn to the life and wisdom of Jesus—not through traditional dogma, but through the teachings of Yogananda, prayer, and an openness to God’s guidance.

Jordan vulnerably shares about his journey with mental health and how he’s found healing and peace by integrating Jesus’ very human message with broader spiritual practices of union and oneness. This conversation highlights how the mystic path, inner experience, and freedom from rigid belief systems can open space for a more authentic and expansive spiritual life.

Thanks for listening!

To connect with Current further, visit https://thisiscurrent.org

In this episode, Daniel joins for a conversation about witnessing God in people more than places, fighting for a faith that fits, and knowing God as a peculiar lover.

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.

Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

In this episode of The Mystic Lens, we chat with my longtime friend and fellow pioneer of new expressions of Christ-centered community, Tim Burnette, founder of Way Collective in Santa Barbara.

We talk candidly about:

Growing up as pastor's kids

Navigating theological shifts with our families

Tim’s cancer diagnosis and how it reshaped his worldview

Process theology and God as uncontrolling love

The intersection of contemplative spirituality and social justice

Why Jesus still matters in a post-church world

This is a must-listen for anyone on a spiritual journey of rethinking faith, reclaiming tradition, and seeking peace beyond polarization.

Connect with Tim & Way Collective: https://www.waycollective.org 🙏 Thanks for the great chat, Tim!

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.

Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

In this episode, Tristan Jovanović joins the podcast from across the pond in London, England. We talk about his early formation living in the United States, his sense of calling toward clergy, spiritual curiosity, and learning to embrace Christ while incorporating the wisdom of East through Buddhism and Vedanta.

Grateful to have you as a part of the Current community, Tristan!

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.

Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

In this episode, Max joins for a conversation about his journey into life coaching, becoming a medium, and subsequently encountering Christ. We talk about how powerful Jesus is in the spiritual realm and much, much more!

Connect with Max:

https://instagram.com/maximilian.webster.intl

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective. Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

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In this episode, we have our first episode with a voice beyond our local community - Jake Haber. Jake leads Aldea, a spiritual community in Tucson, Arizona.

In this conversation we talk about the journey of spiritual evolution (aka "deconstruction"), exploring various expressions of spirituality, and ultimately feeling the freedom to live from your true self and follow the path that is unique to you. All of that and much, much more!

Connect with Jake:

https://www.instagram.com/jakehabes/ https://www.instagram.com/aldeaspiritualcommunity/ https://www.aldeaspiritualcommunity.org

Buy Jakes new book:

https://a.co/d/9EmqTKB

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective. Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

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In this episode, we talk about Lyndsey's background in the spiritual and new age community then finding herself drawn to God in a profound way through an encounter with Jesus in an energy healing session. We also chat about learning to listen to God beyond the confines of religion, her practice as a healer, and how to navigate through the eyes of the heart.

Connect with Lyndsey:

https://instagram.com/rebirth.rhythms

https://instagram.com/trinityfrequencies

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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective. Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.

To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org

#mystic #spirituality #christianmysticism