June 19, 2024 • 63 mins
In this episode, we meet Brian Ammons, a spiritual director and former college chaplain, who shares his journey of navigating faith and identity as a queer minister.
Brian discusses the challenges he faced growing up in a religious community, the struggle for acceptance within the church, and the importance of finding affirming spaces. He also talks about his work with The Porch, an organization focused on transformative storytelling, and the retreats he leads in Northern Ireland.
Brian emphasizes the power of love and community in overcoming adversity and fostering understanding. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of faith, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling.
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Brian discusses the challenges he faced growing up in a religious community, the struggle for acceptance within the church, and the importance of finding affirming spaces. He also talks about his work with The Porch, an organization focused on transformative storytelling, and the retreats he leads in Northern Ireland.
Brian emphasizes the power of love and community in overcoming adversity and fostering understanding. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of faith, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling.
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Follow Dr. Bartell on Instagram
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