In this episode, Bishop Johnson sits down with AhSa-Ti Nu for an open and heartfelt conversation about the current election. Together, they explore their thoughts and feelings during this pivotal moment, offering perspectives that inspire reflection and dialogue. 

In this episode, Bishop Johnson pauses to honor our Veterans. We give thanks for your service.  

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Dean Wolfe, Rector of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church in New York City, on what "radical welcome" means. This discussion explores the depths of what it means to create a genuinely inclusive and welcoming environment and delves into the transformative power of radical welcome and how it can change our communities and our world.

This year, the St. Louis region, the nation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri commemorate a decade since the killing of Michael Brown and the Ferguson Uprisings—an event that ignited a global movement for justice. In this episode, Bishop Johnson engages in a compelling conversation with The Rev. Aaron Rogers, reflecting on the impact of Ferguson and the ripple effects felt around the world. Together, they issue a passionate call to action, reminding us of the vital work that still lies ahead in the pursuit of equality and justice.

This year, the St. Louis region, the nation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri commemorate a decade since the killing of Michael Brown and the Ferguson Uprisings—an event that ignited a global movement for justice. In this episode, Bishop Johnson engages in a compelling conversation with The Rev. Aaron Rogers, reflecting on the impact of Ferguson and the ripple effects felt around the world. Together, they issue a passionate call to action, reminding us of the vital work that still lies ahead in the pursuit of equality and justice.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Canon Whitney Rice on her work with Requiem or Renaissance. Requiem or Renaissance is an 18-month discernment and skills-building program process that will help them determine God's call to them: to a Requiem, a holy ending of this congregation's ministry in this location at this time, or a Renaissance, a church re-plant with a new vision.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Canon Whitney Rice on her work with Requiem or Renaissance. Requiem or Renaissance is an 18-month discernment and skills-building program process that will help them determine God's call to them: to a Requiem, a holy ending of this congregation's ministry in this location at this time, or a Renaissance, a church re-plant with a new vision.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina. Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley discusses her journey as the fifteenth bishop of the historic diocese, and the first woman to serve in the role.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina. Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley discusses her journey as the fifteenth bishop of the historic diocese, and the first woman to serve in the role.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson offers a reflection on the need for reconciliation and healing between the church and the LGBTQ+ community. "What does it look like to say we are sorry, help us do better? What does it look like for us to walk the way of Jesus in love and invite others into that journey. Not to transform them, but for us to be fully who we are." 

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Walter Naegle, the surviving partner of late American Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin, and the executive director of the Bayard Rustin Fund, which commemorates Rustin's life, values, and legacy. Bayard Rustin was one of the outstanding human rights proponents and strategists of the modern era. Usually working out of the public spotlight, Rustin’s socioeconomic analysis, commitment to nonviolent social change, and tactical organizing have been integral to the civil rights, pacifists and trade union movements of the mid-20th century.

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Walter Naegle, the surviving partner of late American Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin, and the executive director of the Bayard Rustin Fund, which commemorates Rustin's life, values, and legacy. Bayard Rustin was one of the outstanding human rights proponents and strategists of the modern era. Usually working out of the public spotlight, Rustin’s socioeconomic analysis, commitment to nonviolent social change, and tactical organizing have been integral to the civil rights, pacifists and trade union movements of the mid-20th century.

In the episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Safe Church, Safe Communities Coordinators, The Rev. Erin Pickersgill, and Jillian Smith on what Safe Church is and the importance of safe church training throughout our communities and churches. 

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Walter Naegle, the surviving partner of late American Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin, and the executive director of the Bayard Rustin Fund, which commemorates Rustin's life, values, and legacy. Bayard Rustin was one of the outstanding human rights proponents and strategists of the modern era. Usually working out of the public spotlights, Rustin’s socioeconomic analysis, commitment to nonviolent social change, and tactical organizing have been integral to the civil rights, pacifists and trade union movements of the mid-20th century.

In this episode Bishop Johnson reflects on Memorial Day and the importance of remembering the stories of those lost. 

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with AhSa-Ti Nu, producer of 11 in 11 and musician, on the ways we celebrate motherhood and all of the ways the motherhood shows up through various people in our lives.

How do we practice loving our neighbors when we don’t agree with them? In this episode Bishop Johnson chats on what it means to love thy neighbor and how learning to love ourselves helps us to better follow the word of Jesus. 

This episode is a part of our Story Time series, in which Bishop Johnson reflects on the importance of telling and offering space for all of our stories. 

And Tango Makes Three is a picture book based on the true story of two male penguins at the Central Park Zoo who raised a chick together. Published in 2005, the book has been consistently challenged for years. Challenges have included complaints that the story is “unsuitable for young children” and has "homosexual overtones.” 

If you would like to learn more about the banned book listings and ways you can support both the authors and communities affected, follow the links below.  

https://pen.org/

https://www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks

https://bannedbooksweek.org/

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Rev. Dr. Clive Samson and Rev. Sujanna Raj, pastor of Faith Christian Church of India (FCCI), located in St. Louis, MO. FCCI is a Mission Church a part of the Episcopal Diocese of MO. Tune in to learn about the amazing community of FCCI. 

www.faithchristianchurchofindia.com

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with Rev. Dr. Clive Samson and Rev. Sujanna Raj, pastor of Faith Christian Church of India (FCCI), located in St. Louis, MO. FCCI is a Mission Church a part of the Episcopal Diocese of MO. Tune in to learn about the amazing community of FCCI. 

www.faithchristianchurchofindia.com

In this episode, Bishop Johnson gently guides us through a thoughtful reflection on how, as Christians, we can extend our support to communities both near and far that are grappling with the devastating impacts of war.

In this episode Bishop Johnson discusses the topic of equity and justice for all. Bishop Johnson calls upon our responsibilities to continue the work towards equity and justice for all.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson engages chats with musician and artist AhSa-Ti Nu, on the topic of discovering God in music. AhSa-Ti Nu shares her views on how the presence of God permeates across various genres of music. Furthermore, she discusses the transformative role of music as a force for social justice and humanity, underscoring its power to ignite change and foster unity. 

Find more on AhSa-Ti Nu at www.ahsatinu.com

In the episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Safe Church, Safe Communities Coordinators, The Rev. Erin Pickersgill, and Jillian Smith on what Safe Church is and the importance of safe church training throughout our communities and churches. 

In this episode, Bishop Johnson engages chats with musician and artist AhSa-Ti Nu, on the topic of discovering God in music. AhSa-Ti Nu shares her views on how the presence of God permeates across various genres of music. Furthermore, she discusses the transformative role of music as a force for social justice and humanity, underscoring its power to ignite change and foster unity. 

Find more on AhSa-Ti Nu at www.ahsatinu.com

In this riveting episode, Bishop Johnson engages in a powerful conversation with Rev. Lauren Bennett, the esteemed Senior Pastor of Metropolitan Community Church of Greater Saint Louis. Together, they delve into Rev. Bennett's profound role as a spiritual advisor to Amber McLaughlin, the first trans woman executed by the state of Missouri. Rev. Bennett opens up about her unique experiences and shares compelling insights into the importance of grace in every facet of life. Prepare to be moved and inspired as she navigates the delicate intersection of spirituality and justice.

Find more information on Rev Bennett here:

• https://www.mccgsl.org/
• https://spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/st-louis/news/2023/02/06/spiritual-advisers-offering-final-comfort-in-execution-rooms-

In this riveting episode, Bishop Johnson engages in a powerful conversation with Rev. Lauren Bennett, the esteemed Senior Pastor of Metropolitan Community Church of Greater Saint Louis. Together, they delve into Rev. Bennett's profound role as a spiritual advisor to Amber McLaughlin, the first trans woman executed by the state of Missouri. Rev. Bennett opens up about her unique experiences and shares compelling insights into the importance of grace in every facet of life. Prepare to be moved and inspired as she navigates the delicate intersection of spirituality and justice.

Find more information on Rev Bennett here:

• https://www.mccgsl.org/
• https://spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/st-louis/news/2023/02/06/spiritual-advisers-offering-final-comfort-in-execution-rooms-

Our Podcast is a year old today! We are grateful for you and your support of our podcast, and we wish you a year filled with joy, happiness and balance. As we celebrate and enter into this new year, Bishop Johnson offers a reflection on the importance of finding a positive work and life balance.

Merry Christmas! In this episode Bishop Johnson offers a Christmas reflection. “God, comes to us, God comes into our world in the midst of the messiness, in the middle of too much to do and to little time. God comes into our world when we have miles to go before we sleep and no time to stop.”

Merry Christmas and happy holiday's to you and all of whom you love. 

In this episode Bishop Johnson reflects on why we celebrate Advent. “Advent is asking us to stop, to slow down, to notice the changes that are happening in the world about us, but more importantly to look at the changes that are happening inside of us. Advent invites us to be reflective.”  

In this episode Bishop Johnson talks with Bishop Rob Wright, 10th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Bishop Wright speaks to the need for interior transformation as people, as followers of Jesus and as a church. 

In this episode Bishop Johnson talks with Bishop Rob Wright, 10th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Bishop Wright speaks to the need for interior transformation as people, as followers of Jesus and as a church.

It's no secret that there has been a decline in the amount of young adults in churches across the country. Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Aaron Rogers, Diocesan Ministry Developer for Young Adult Ministry, who offers insight into what young adults are seeking from church communities. He also shares advice on ways church communities can create space for young adults. 

To reach Rev. Rogers with any questions you may have, email him here: arogers@diocesemo.org

#11in11 #DioMO #bishopdeonkjohnson #podcast #TuneIn

It's no secret that there has been a decline in the amount of young adults in churches across the country. Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Aaron Rogers, Diocesan Ministry Developer for Young Adult Ministry, who offers insight into what young adults are seeking from church communities. He also shares advice on ways church communities can create space for young adults. 

To reach Rev. Rogers with any questions you may have, email him here: arogers@diocesemo.org

#11in11 #DioMO #bishopdeonkjohnson #podcast #TuneIn

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with NYT bestselling author Cole Authur Riley on her book Black Liturgies. Author of This Here Flesh and Black Liturgies, her writing has been featured in The Atlantic, Guernica, The Boston Globe, and The Washington Post. Cole is also the creator of Black Liturgies, a space that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black body, and a project of The Center for Dignity and Contemplation, where she serves as Curator.

This episode is a part of our Story Time series, in which Bishop Johnson reflects on the importance of telling and offering space for all of our stories. In this series Bishop Johnson will read from books that are currently on banned book listings. Listings that are largely books by and or for BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities. If you would like to learn more about the banned book listings and ways you can support both the authors and communities affected, follow the links below.  

https://pen.org/

https://www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks

https://bannedbooksweek.org/

Bishop Johnson speaks with The Rev. Erin Pickersgill, Ministry Developer for Children and Youth in the Diocese of MO. In this two part episode, Rev. Erin discusses the importance of listening to our youth and creating multi-generational worship for all to have access to the good news.

Bishop Johnson speaks with The Rev. Erin Pickersgill, Ministry Developer for Children and Youth in the Diocese of MO. In this two part episode, Rev. Erin discusses the importance of listening to our youth and creating multi-generational worship for all to have access to the good news.  

In this episode Bishop Johnson speaks on faith and the opposite of faith. "The opposite of faith isn't doubt. Doubt is an integral and important part in the life of faith. The opposite of faith is absolute certainty".

In this episode Bishop Johnson reflects on the changes, excitements and fears that come with those first days of school. He reflects especially on the big transitions to new schools and new environments. Bishop Johnson is joined by his Ja’Lon who shares some of his excitements and fears of entering into middle school.  

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Very Rev. Kathie Adams-Shepherd, Dean of Christ Church Cathedral, The Cathedral of the Episcopal Diocese of MO. Dean Kathie recently celebrated her 40th year of ministry and shares some of her triumphs and struggles throughout her years of service. When asked what advice she would offer to young women just starting in ministry, she says "it's very important to have female colleagues, to have women who are going through what you're going through".

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Very Rev. Kathie Adams-Shepherd, Dean of Christ Church Cathedral, The Cathedral of the Episcopal Diocese of MO. Dean Kathie recently celebrated her 40th year of ministry and shares some of her triumphs and struggles throughout her years of service. When asked what advice she would offer to young women just starting in ministry, she says "it's very important to have female colleagues, to have women who are going through what you're going through". 

In this episode Bishop Johnson shares a reflection on the practice of healing and offers the story of Bartimaeus and how he was healed.  “The healing begins not with the macro, but with the micro, not with the extraordinary but with the ordinary, with the simple.” Where do you find healing, even if only for a moment?

In this episode Bishop Johnson speaks with Amanda Laumeyer, Senior Director of Philanthropy and Interim CEO of the St. Patrick Center. This organization is dedicated to transforming lives and working to create a community where everyone has access to sustainable housing, employment, and healthcare. St. Patrick Center focuses services in St. Louis City and St. Louis County, providing assistance to 3,700 individuals and families annually, to bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence. Find out more about this organization and ways you can help here: https://www.stpatrickcenter.org/

In this episode Bishop Johnson speaks with Amanda Laumeyer, Senior Director of Philanthropy and Interim CEO of the St. Patrick Center. This organization is dedicated to transforming lives and working to create a community where everyone has access to sustainable housing, employment, and healthcare. St. Patrick Center focuses services in St. Louis City and St. Louis County, providing assistance to 3,700 individuals and families annually, to bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence. Find out more about this organization and ways you can help here: https://www.stpatrickcenter.org/

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with NYT bestselling author Cole Authur Riley on her book Black Liturgies. Author of This Here Flesh and Black Liturgies, her writing has been featured in The Atlantic, Guernica, The Boston Globe, and The Washington Post. Cole is also the creator of Black Liturgies, a space that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black body, and a project of The Center for Dignity and Contemplation, where she serves as Curator. 

Continuation from part 1 episode.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Pastor Lazarus Jameson, Pastor at Lot's Wife Trans & Queer Chaplaincy, to discuss some of the pressing matters happening to the Trans community today. Pastor Laz offers insight on ways allies of the Trans community can support and assist in the work towards justice for all.

In this episode, Bishop Johnson chats with Pastor Lazarus Jameson, Pastor at Lot's Wife Trans & Queer Chaplaincy, to discuss some of the pressing matters happening to the Trans community today. Pastor Laz offers insight on ways allies of the Trans community can support and assist in the work towards justice for all.                                           

In this episode, Bishop Johnson offers us a reflection on the intersection of Juneteenth and Pride Month. “It is no coincidence that the celebration of Juneteenth and observance of LGBTQIA+ Pride take place in the same month. Juneteenth Freedom Day is about more than just the news of emancipation being proclaimed to those who had been enslaved. It is a clarion call for us to celebrate the many ways we continue to persist even when “hope unborn had died.”

In this episode Bishop Johnson chats with The Rev. Deacon Barbi Click on her work in food justice. Deacon Barbi serves as deacon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Carondelet. She also serves as the Diocesan Missioner for Jubilee Ministries and as the Manager of Trinity Food Ministry at Trinity Episcopal Church in St. Louis.