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Rev. Xolani Kacela, Ph.D.

Elise Brenner, Ph.D. and Nancy Spatz, M.D.

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Elise Brenner, Ph.D. and Nancy Spatz, M.D.

Take On Faith – January 18, 2022

Elise Brenner, Ph.D. and Nancy Spatz, M.D. co-authored the book, Reiki: A Self-Practice To Live in Peace with Self and Others, published by O-Books, a John Hunt imprint. They joined Rev. Xolani “xk” Kacela for an enlightening conversation about Reiki on Take On Faith, KTAL-LP in Las Cruces.

During the interview, Brenner and Spatz, explored Reiki beginning with its origins in the early 20th century. Also, they talked about its five precepts, how the practice promotes resilience, and how hands-on self-practice heals individuals and the world.

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You can reach Elise Brenner at elise@brennerreikihealing.org and and Nancy Spatz at inspirational.strength.nancy@gmail.com, respectively.

From the Publisher’s Website:

How is Reiki practice like a snow globe, a palm tree, and an anchor?

As we navigate life’s unpredictable squalls and waves of adversity, we aspire to settle like the snow in a snow globe, feel rooted like the base of a palm tree in a storm, and be anchored like a steady ship.

Reiki: A Self Practice to Live in Peace with Self and Others provides readers with self-Reiki how-tos for putting these metaphors into action to build an inner mind-body unshakable foundation, and to relieve the suffering of others. This book opens a door to a mindful way of living with ease rather than struggle.

Whether it is fear of coronavirus, receiving texts in ALL CAPS, a frightening diagnosis, or worry over a child, the self-Reiki practices introduced here will alleviate pain and overwhelm, ushering in mindfulness, resilience, and recovery capacity.

Rev. Abhi Janamanchi and Rev. Katie Romano Griffin

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Rev. Abhi Janamanchi and Rev. Katie Romano Griffin

Take On Faith – November 13, 2021

Rev. Abhi Janamanchi and Rev. Katie Romano Griffin were guests on Take On Faith. They serve as senior and associate minister at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church in Bethesda, MD. You’ll love this lively talk with host Rev. Xolani Kacela.

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During the talk, Rev. Abhi Janamanchi and Rev. Katie Romano Griffin discussed Unitarian Universalism and how they approach multi-cultural and multi-faith ministry. Wise and clear, they opened up about how BIPOC leaders do their work in mostly white churches. They laid out how important it is to reach beyond race to build beloved community.

Importantly, they reflect on Cedar Lane’s mission. They spoke about Spirit Experience, a special service the church offers. You’ll learn how they manage cultural differences and other leadership challenges. Both guests kept it 100.

Janamanchi and Romano Griffin engaged Xolani Kacela in a must-hear conversation. It will tickle your senses. You’ll want to share this podcast with all your friends!

You can reach Rev. Janamanchi at: ajanamanchi@cedarlane.org; Facebook; Twitter.

You can reach Rev. Romano Griffin at: kromanogriffin@cedarlane.org; Instagram; Facebook.

Darby Berryhill

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Darby Berryhill

Take On Faith – October 23, 2021

Darby Berryhill, author of 7th Heaven It Was Not, and member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Las Cruces, was the guest on Take On Faith on KTAL-LP. Berryhill sat down with Rev. Xolani Kacela for a chat about her life as a pastor’s kid, or PK.

Darby Berryhill as a toddler.

Berryhill’s book portrays in clear detail the lives that preacher’s kids endure. She writes about many struggles. They include living up to family and friends’ thoughts of who she should be, feeling pressure to put on “airs,” and attending four high schools during her teen years.

The book is a great read for listeners who have grown up in clergy families raising children. It’s a short and eye-opening narrative. 

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Jumpstart Your Allyship VideoChat

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Jumpstart Your Allyship VideoChat

Think Again – September 28, 2021

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This video follows up on our in-studio conversation on Think Again, broadcast on KTAL-LP FM 101.5.

This Jumpstart Your Allyship VideoChat presents a real-life conversation between two persons with opposing ideas. Watch them strive for common ground, and therefore, allyship. The two men, Randy Harris and Xolani “xk” Kacela, discuss the pros and cons Zoom meetings. They contrast Zoom with in-person meetings.

As a viewer, we hope you discover merit in the approach we take, which comes from the book, Jumpstart Your Allyship, by Xolani. We offer this videochat as an example of allyship in action.

What To Look For In The Video

We hope the videochat demonstrates two guys, one African American and one White. They have different backgrounds and views. Yet, they hash out an important issue with respect for each other.

Together, the two guys jumpstart their allyship.

Notice how “xk” kept it 100 by asking Randy a difficult question about whether he’s approaching Zoom meetings like “a Neanderthal.” That question demonstrated interrogating Randy’s status honestly. In order to make that move, “xk” overrode his fear factor. Often, prevents people from getting real with each other.

Next, Randy responded to “xk’s” challenging and personal question without getting defensive. He answered openly and sincerely, thus, moving the conversation and allyship in a positive direction.

Your Challenge

Take time to rewatch the video. What do you notice the second time? Can you imagine yourself engaging in a similar conversation with a BIPOC over a difficult topic? Where might you begin? With whom do you wish you were an ally?

Bottom line: It’s up to you to keep it 100!

You can reach Randy Harris at rharris27@hotmail.com and xk at xk@revdrxk.com.

Randy Harris, host of Think Again on KTAL-LP. Jumpstart Your Allyship Videochat.
Randy Harris (right) and Keith.

You can purchase the book, Jumpstart Your Allyship by clicking this link.

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