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Welcome to Episode 25: A Profound Lenten Reflection

Dive deep into this reflective episode where Terry imagines a personal encounter with Jesus on the way of the cross, blending Ignatian spirituality with the art of loving-kindness meditation.

Chapters:

00:02 – Introduction: Joshua welcomes you to the episode.

00:57 – Spiritual Storytelling: Terry introduces the concept of engaging with Jesus on His journey to Golgotha.

02:02 – Exploring Buddhist Influences: Terry recounts a transformative loving-kindness meditation workshop.

04:00 – Crafting a Meditation: Hear the creation of a deeply personal meditation inspired by both Christian and Buddhist traditions.

05:49 – Reflection & Recitation: Terry delivers his moving meditation for contemplation and connection.

07:26 – Final Blessings: A heartfelt send-off and invitation to join the community.

07:46 – Community Call-to-Action: Joshua invites listeners to share, support, and join the conversation.

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Welcome to Episode 24 of Stories & Other Things Holy. In this episode, host Joshua Minden and storyteller Terry Nelson-Johnson share a deeply moving story about saying goodbye—a layered farewell that invites us to release what no longer serves us. Through reflective dialogue and heartfelt narrative, this episode challenges us to ask: What must I let go of to welcome new life?

Chapters:

00:12 – Introduction: The Sacred Storytelling Journey

01:55 – Terry’s Reflection on the Spiritual Weight of Goodbye

03:15 – A Transformative Farewell: Letting Go of the Past

06:05 – Embracing Change & New Beginnings

08:55 – Community Reflections & Call-to-Action

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Welcome to Episode 23 of Stories & Other Things Holy – the fourth installment in our Lenten series. In today’s episode, Joshua Minden and Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson explore the transformative power of letting go. They share personal stories about leaving behind old identities, the courage to risk vulnerability, and how embracing the in-between can lead to a more authentic self.

Chapters:

[00:01] – Introduction: Entering the space between past and future
[01:41] – Dr. Terry’s reflection on letting go and embracing the unknown
[02:47] – Exploring the role of vulnerability in transformation
[04:29] – How risk and uncertainty pave the way for renewal
[08:26] – Closing thoughts and a call to trust in the journey

What to Expect:

• Inspiring insights on self-discovery and transformation
• Thought-provoking reflections on the risks of change and letting go
• Practical encouragement to embrace vulnerability and step into your new self

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Keywords:
vulnerability, transformation, letting go, self-discovery, spiritual growth, Lenten reflection, personal transition, risk-taking, inspirational stories, authentic self

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Join us for Episode 22 of Stories and Other Things Holy with Terry Nelson-Johnson. In this candid conversation, Terry recounts a funeral visit that took an unexpected turn when he accidentally signed the “Book of the Dead.” Far from a grim tale, this lighthearted moment leads to profound insights on the Lenten season, our mortality, and how embracing both can ignite hope.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Terry’s near-death experience and how it reshaped his outlook
• The comedic yet meaningful mishap of signing the “Book of the Dead”
• How Lent invites us to “preregister” our own mortality
• The balance between remembering death and celebrating life
• The spiritual practice of facing our human limitations with hope

Key Takeaways:

• Engaging with our own mortality can deepen our appreciation for life
• Humor often arises in unexpected places, even at a funeral
• Lent as a season of reflection, humility, and spiritual preparation
• Remembering death isn’t morbid—it’s a call to live more fully

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Welcome to Episode 21 of “Stories & Other Things Holy.”
In this episode, Joshua Minden introduces a powerful reflection drawn from the Gospel of Luke—the story of Jesus’s temptation in the desert—inviting us to question the labels we’ve internalized from our past. Terry Nelson-Johnson then shares an intimate story about a conversation with his mother—a moment when makeup, memories, and vulnerability converge to remind us that even when familiar parts of our identity seem lost, we remain held by an unwavering source of love.

Join us as we explore:
• How moments of struggle can trigger a renewal of self
• The interplay between vulnerability, love, and self-worth
• The spiritual invitation to “remember who you are” even amid chaos

[0:00] – Opening: Connecting the Gospel & Personal Story
[1:56] – The Paradox of Beauty & Vulnerability
[3:09] – A Tender Conversation with Mom
[4:16] – Reclaiming Precious Identity
[5:20] – Healing Through Love: A Night of Care
[7:46] – Closing & Community Invitation

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Welcome to Episode 20 of Stories & Other Things Holy – a heartfelt Lenten reflection that invites you to explore the transformative power of letting go. In this episode, host Joshua Minden and principal storyteller Terry Nelson-Johnson share a personal and unexpected journey: while visiting Star Rock in central Illinois, Terry experiences a life-changing massage that not only eased his physical tension but also became a metaphor for releasing the familiar pains we carry.

Through candid storytelling and gentle humor, Terry reveals how a former steel mill worker turned massage therapist encouraged him to “breathe into” his pain and surrender it, leaving him transformed. This reflection ties in timeless gospel themes of healing and renewal, challenging us to face our discomforts so that we may experience liberation and spiritual growth.

[00:00] Introduction & Lenten Reflection Overview
[00:15] Theme: Embracing Vulnerability & Letting Go
[01:32] Terry’s Introduction: The Massage Experience
[02:35] Memory & Connection: Star Rock & Childhood
[03:41] Meeting John: An Unexpected Encounter
[04:29] The Turning Point: Choosing to Embrace Change
[05:36] Facing the Pain: A Transformative Massage
[07:06] Release & Renewal: Breathe Into the Pain
[08:37] Call to Action: Embrace Nature & Healing
[09:03] Closing & Invitation

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Welcome to Episode 19 of Stories & Other Things Holy! This week, host Joshua Minden and principal storyteller Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson bring you a heart-stirring tale about a once-vicious dog who finally trusts enough to be loved. Using this unlikely story of healing and connection, we dive into deeper questions of spirituality, grace, and the choice to let go of isolation.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why vulnerability can be the key to true freedom
• How “hell” can be anything that keeps us from belonging or intimacy
• What it means to let someone—and God—“love the hell” out of us
• Biblical parallels to Lazarus and the significance of “rolling away the stone”
• Practical ways to risk being loved in our daily lives

Key Moments:

• [00:02] Joshua’s introduction to the power of stories and the question: “Have you ever felt like an unlikely candidate to be loved?”
• [01:43] Terry’s anniversary trip story: discovering a dog with a remarkable healing journey
• [06:52] “He let me love the hell out of him” – the line that reframes everything
• [10:08] Connections to other stories of healing and touch
• [14:06] Exploring Lazarus’s story: unbinding ourselves from what keeps us isolated

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In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a story about his seven-year-old son’s daring bobsled-style adventure—sliding down the stairs on a comforter. When play turns painful, Terry witnesses an unexpected moment of resilience that changes his perspective on risk, love, and how we grow from life’s inevitable bumps and bruises.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• A comical yet moving account of a child’s unstoppable spirit
• How playful risk can reveal deeper truths about creativity and pain
• Insights on why love naturally “creates life” and “absorbs pain”
• Reflections on turning everyday moments into profound spiritual lessons

If you’ve ever questioned how to balance risk, care, and genuine love in your life—or if you just need a reminder of how a child’s perspective can transform your own—this conversation is for you.

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