Season 28
Midwinter Light: Scriptures, Poems and Spiritual Readings for Advent
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In this season of the Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership podcast, Ruth invites listeners to embark on a unique journey during Advent 2025. Departing from traditional liturgical approaches, we will focus on the overlap between the seasons of Advent and winter, inspired by Marilyn McIntyre's book Midwinter Light: Meditations for the Long Season. Ruth will be joined all through Advent by Marilyn McIntyre, herself. Together they will explore themes such as inner reflection, the significance of silence, and the profound connections between spirituality and the physical season of winter.
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Season 28: Episode 1 | Advent Week 1: Invited Inward
In this season of the Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership podcast, Ruth invites listeners to embark on a unique journey during Advent 2025. Departing from traditional liturgical approaches, we…
Listen and access show notesSeason 28: Episode 2 | Advent Week 2: Blue Christmas
This week, Ruth and Marilyn discuss the concept of Blue Christmas services that acknowledge grief during the festive season and offer consolation to those experiencing loss. The episode also delves…
Listen and access show notesSeason 28: Episode 3 | Advent Week 3: Beyond Safety
In this week’s episode, Ruth and Marilyn discuss the themes of winter and vulnerability. They explore the metaphorical storms of winter, praying beyond safety, and infinite longing. The conversation also…
Listen and access show notesSeason 28: Episode 4 | Advent Week 4: Soul Work in Winter
In this final episode of the Advent season Ruth and Marilyn discuss the unique spiritual invitations and soul work of the winter season. They touch on the inward journey of…
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