Mess Makes Meaning
Joy and Raenelle
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Caring for young children's spirituality is a delicate balance and can often be made more difficult when we grown-ups don't care for ourselves. Struggling through religious or church related trauma or even feelings of inadequacy when it comes to answering our children's big questions. At Mess Makes Meaning we are here to equip the parents/caregivers to remind them and their children they are deeply loved by interviewing some guests who are professionals in this vital work. With relatable humor from hosts and guests alike, this podcast is for you and created by Godly Play®
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"Wonder" with Meredith Miller
In this episode of Mess Makes Meaning, hosts Joy and Raenelle welcome back Meredith Miller, a pastor and author, to discuss her new book 'Wonder: 52 Conversations to Help Kids Fall in Love with…
"Sacred Parenthood" with Aizaiah and Nereyda Yong
Joy and Raenelle have a wonderful conversation with Rev. Dr. Aizaiah Yong and Rev. Nereyda (Neddy) Yong about their book, "Sacred Parenthood: Spiritual Practices for the HIGHS and LOWS of…
"God Didn't Make Us to Hate Us" with Rev. Lizzie
Welcome, Reverend Lizzie, to Mess Makes Meaning as she discusses parents and caregivers' journey of deconstructing/reconstructing while caring for our children's spirituality. Reverend Lizzie…
Self-Regulation with Kathleen Crevasse
Just in time for the chaos of the season! What is self-regulation, and how do we model that for our children? Join Joy and Raenelle as they interview Kathleen Crevasse on this concept and learn how…
Risky Play - Don't say "be careful"!
Joy Studer interviews Rachel Ramsden, an advocate of Risky Play from the Play Outside Lab in Vancouver, BC. Find out how, as the parents/caregivers and educators living and working with children, we…
S2 Gentle Parenting, Permissive, or Authoritarian With Rev. Harrison Litzell
Rev. Harrison Litzell brings his gifts and insights into this episode, focusing on parenting styles, Gentle Parenting, Permissive Parenting, and Authoritarian Parenting, and we have a FREE webinar…
Family Liturgy---Part 2
Diving into an interview with our "man behind the scenes" in creating the Family Liturgy, meet Aaron Niequist. Aaron is a musically talented artist whose creativity knows no bounds. Click HERE to…
S2E8 Family Liturgy---- Part 1
This episode is a sneak peek into the Family Liturgy created by the Everyday Godly Play Project. More information will be coming soon. Enjoy!
S2E7 Passive Technology
Karen-Marie Yust talks to us about "Passive Technology" and the band-aid to boredom it can be. We are incredibly grateful for the ideas and concepts she shares, as well as the thought process that…
Christian Holidays - Laura Alary
S2E9 Healthy Sports Parents with Jonathan Carone
Being a parent with children in todays very active and demanding world of athletics can be overwhelming. Jonathan Carone, creator of the "Healthy Sports Parents" is making sense out of this time of…
S2E8 Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children by Holly Taylor Coolman
Holly Taylor Coolman gifts us with insights in this theologically rich conversation on parenting now and her book Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children.
S2E4 Bless This Mess with Rev. Molly Baskette and Ellen O’Donnnell
Rev. Molly Baskette and child psychologist Ellen O’Donnnell, the co-authors of Bless This Mess, A Modern Guide to Faith and Parenting in a Chaotic WorldFor a relatable, at many times humorous, and…
S2E3 The Book of Belonging with author Mariko Clark and illustrator Rachel Eleanor
Incredible creators of the Book of Belonging, author Mariko Clark and illustrator Rachel Eleanor. "The Book of Belonging is designed for families seeking a Bible storybook that reflects the diversity…
S2E2 Rage Prayers with author Rev. Elizabeth Riley
RAGE PRAYERS originally came out of an off-handed tiktok - inviting people to reject toxic positivity in faith. Christianity is full of practices focused on positivity. Rage prayer is anything but…
S1E14 How to "see" our Teens, Dr. Chan
Dr. Michael Chan talks to us about the importance of walking alongside Youth as they navigate their faith journey during a time of life that can be challenging. How do we honor their stories? Dr.…
S2E1 Spiritual Conversations with Children with Lacy Finn Borgo
In this episode we hear from Lacy Finn Borgo, who dives into her insights on spiritual conversations with children. What better time to discuss as we enter into the mystery of Christmas. Click HERE…
S1E12 Sacred Spaces within the Home with Jill Gidlund
Godly Play Trainer, Jill Gidlund, talks to us about sacred spaces within the home. Details on how to make home altars and a reminder to be present. Enjoy this gift of an episode!
S1E11 Grief with Jessica Field
*Warning: This episode can be triggering. Grief. This topic can be taboo with kids, but that doesn't mean it isn't real. Join us as we get emotional talking with our expert guest Jessica Field and…
S1E10 Family Rhythms with Godly Play Staff
Join the Godly Play Foundation staff as they talk about the ups and downs of leaving summer, greeting fall, and implementing family rhythms to have their kids feel as supported as they can be during…
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Mess Makes Meaning has published 30 episodes since November 2023, covering topics in Christianity, Kids & Family.
Mess Makes Meaning is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 34m.
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