Stories and Other Things Holy
Through intimate conversations and masterful storytelling, Stories and Other Things Holy invites you to discover the sacred threads woven through our everyday experiences. Join host Joshua Minden and storyteller Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson as they explore narratives that remind us who we are and who we're called to be.
Episodes
15 episodes
Jesus Wants Your Feet: The Healing Power of Vulnerability
Discover the healing power of vulnerability in this week’s episode of Stories and Other Things Holy. Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a poignant and comical story about aching feet and the unexpected moments that reveal our deepest need...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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Epiphany: The Gift of Receiving God
✨ Epiphany: The Gift of Receiving God ✨Join us for this special Epiphany episode of Stories and Other Things Holy. Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson dives into the profound mystery of the incarnation, reflecting on God’s vulnerability and wh...
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Episode 12
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Embracing the Messiness of Love: Lessons for a New Year
Happy New Year and welcome to the latest episode of Stories and Other Things Holy!In this special New Year’s episode, we dive into the unforgettable story of Mr. Riva, a man whose life was forever change...
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Episode 11
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Let's Believe One More Year: A Christmas Story That Changes Everything
🎄 Merry Christmas! In this heartfelt episode of Stories and Other Things Holy, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson takes us back to his childhood with a story that reminds us of the power of belief and wonder during the Christmas season. W...
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Episode 10
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This Is My Body, Given for You: Advent’s Call to Self-Giving Love | Advent Series
Welcome to the fourth and final week of our Advent Reflection Series on Stories & Other Things Holy!This week, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson reflects on Rachel Held Evans’ profound meditation on the incarnation, exploring:
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Episode 9
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Advent Lamaze Classes: Trusting the Process of Spiritual Birth | Advent Series
Welcome to week three of the Stories & Other Things Holy Advent series!This week, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson reflects on Joyce Rupp’s stirring words about birthing new life and Meister Eckhart’s challenge for all of us to beco...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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God’s Declaration: Joining Us in Our Chaos | Advent Series
Welcome to week two of the Stories & Other Things Holy Advent series! This week, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a moving story inspired by Fr. Richard Fragomeni’s homily about God’s radical declaration to join us fully in our chao...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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You’re Here! Advent & The Surprise of the Incarnation | Advent Series
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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What Does It Mean to Become a Prayer?
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 con...
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Episode 5
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20:53
Hunting for Grace in Everyday Life
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” beco...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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19:52
Good For You: Aging With Humor & Wisdom
Welcome to Stories & Other Things Holy! This episode invites us to laugh, reflect, and find holiness in our shared experience of aging. Terry Nelson-Johnson brings us a hilarious gym story that leads to a powerful reflection on wha...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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22:45
Story Excerpt from 'Learning to Look Up: Embracing Grace in Everyday Moments'
In this excerpt from Episode 2 of Stories and Other Things Holy, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a powerful story that reminds us of a simple yet profound truth: we often forget to look up. Through humor and insight, Terry paints a picture of h...
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Season 1
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4:57
Learning to Look Up: Embracing Grace in Everyday Moments
Welcome to Stories and Other Things Holy! This week, join host Joshua Minden and principal storyteller Terry Nelson-Johnson as they explore how easy it is to miss the beauty and grace woven into everyday life. Through Terry’s story abo...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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22:26
Suspended in God's Breath: Reflections on Life, Prayer, and Presence
Welcome to the Episode 1 of Stories and Other Things Holy, where we dive into stories that challenge, connect, and reveal our shared humanity. In this episode, Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a personal story about a transformative experie...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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Sacred Stories: How Storytelling Connects, Challenges, and Transforms Us (Episode 0)
🎙️ Stories and Other Things Holy - Preview Episode | A New Storytelling PodcastJoin host Joshua Minden and principal storyteller Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson in this special inaugural episode of Stories and Other Things Holy. Joshua and Ter...
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