Lived Experiences: Shared Existence

Lived Experiences: Shared Existence

Join us to hear stories that will inspire you as we explore lived experiences that our part of our shared existence. Current issues will be intertwined in this series, as our guests share their unique experiences, wisdom, and insight.

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July 24, 2025 36 mins

TW: This episode contains brief conversation around childhood abuse, including SA. Please take care of yourself, as needed, while you listen to Krista's powerful story.

In this special episode, we sit down with Krista—leader, advocate, and now three-time author—as she prepares to launch her latest book, Prevailing Purpose. With her 35th birthday and book launch celebration happening this Sunday, Krista reflects on a journey marked ...

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In this episode, we sit down with Mr. MajekFingers, the co-founder of Majekfingers Drumming School International. Join us as he shares his inspiring journey of using drumming as a form of therapy for himself and his community. Discover how the rhythmic beats have transformed lives and brought people together.

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October 15, 2024 38 mins

We have hit the road! Join us as we travel to different states and share our experiences

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Please listen to Elaine Oxenford share her nine decades of knowledge and expertise as she reflects on her experiences and ambitious personality. Even at 93, she still has a youthful spirit.

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Listen in as Tom Sears shares his wealth of wisdom and lived expertise in this episode of the special series Serendipitous Conversations. Tom takes us on a journey from his early childhood challenges through the unconditional love of the church and his family to his experiences with people of different backgrounds. Enjoy listening to the "voice of a prophet" as Tom speaks to his decades of experience, creating a sense of ...

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Tune in to hear retired pastor Jerry Oakland share his experiences throughout his work in the church and his personal life. When you listen to his story, you begin to see how his life shaped him to be the compassionate and welcoming person we know him to be today.

Fun fact: Jerry is also the current leader of the Sunday School class Serendipity, which this special series is named after.

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Join us for this special series, where we interview the Serendipitous Sunday School Class members live with an audience at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

In this episode, Ute shares her experience immigrating to the US from Germany when she was five and how her journey through adulthood has led her to be authentically herself.

Episode: 14 minutes

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Tune into this session to hear from Marie Peeters, an advocate and leader with over seven decades of lived expertise.


This episode was recorded live at St. Paul's United Methodist Church as part of a series titled "Serendipitous Conversations" in memory of the beloved Dr. Ann Struthers.

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Join us as we talk about therapy with Ashley Coleman a licensed therapist as we discussed how art therapy is used to improve self-esteem and build emotional resilience that engages the mind, body, and spirit in ways that is distinct from verbal communication.
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Tune in as we discuss the social construct of Masculinity with Dr. Kelly Wenig, Ph.D.
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April 16, 2023 42 mins
It was a tremendous honor to host Civil Rights Attorney Joshua Barr, Emmy Award-Winning Disruptor of the Status Quo, on this episode. Tune in as he shares about his work addressing civil right and systemic issues. Mr.Barr also touches on his time in Columbia and how that impacted his perspective - so much so, he had cultural shock upon return to the states. Listen to him share about that experience and how we can collectively crea...
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Listen to the story of Rodrigo ( Rodi) Guerrero Diaz, tells about how he navigated his nomadic childhood and the challenges he faced as an adolescent that had ripple effects on his adulthood. Rodrigo shares how he changed his trajectory and now wants to help others do the same. He is determined to change the world. Follow Rodi on his pages : https://youtube.com/@rodiguerrero7323 https://ww...
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 Join us as we have a conversation with special guest Candace Terrell aka “Ms. T talks”, as we discuss the trauma the school system can cause and the importance of healing from the experience.
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This raw, authentic, and transparent episode sheds light on the reality that exists yet is invisible to so many. Join us, as a young leader, Darsherall Jones, shares about an encounter she had with the police. Come with an open mind and an open heart, to hear her lived experience and consider what you can do to better understand and thus actively address systemic issues to enhance our Shared Existence.
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Randy Diamond shares her very personal journey with addiction; from the day she walked from the drug house to the hospital emergency room asking for help and how she has remained clean for 25 years since. Join us as she shares about her experience with grief, living in a transition house, mental health, and so much more. Resources Narcotics Anonymous : About Us (na.org) Alcoholics Anonymous : Online Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonym...
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TRIGGER WARNING - This podcast includes conversation about sexual abuse, sexual assault, and rape.  Faith Robinson joins us in this candid and raw conversation about how sexual assault impacted her life. She shares with us her very personal story, from surviving abuse to transitioning to a journey of healing and a new season of thriving!  Resources for survivors of sexual assault: National Resources for Sexual Assault Survivors and...
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At the age of 18, Ethel won the lottery - allowing her to come from Cameroon, Africa to the United States. She shares about that experience and how she's balanced her culture with making the USA home. You don't want to miss this episode with a trail-blazing mama and soon to be mental health practitioner. 
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Pastor Jess Horsley joins us to share his lived experience, from serving in the Marines to serving in the United Methodist Church as a Reverend. Learn how he took the "radical hospitality" shown to him at War and incorporated it into his work and the church; while relentlessly advocating for social justice and inclusive excellence. 
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Pastor Bailey - "Called to Serve"
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Join us as we hear from High School senior, Ava Hanson. Ava talks about balancing the impact of societal expectations with living authentically! Wise beyond her years, listen as Ava shares about the importance of “being you!”
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