Take On Faith – April 2, 2022
Soroya Dean
Host Rev. Carolyn Wilkins, discusses Ramadan and spiritual activism with Soraya Dean, founder of the Muslim Women Speakers Movement, and Co-founder of Peacemoms.
Sandra Jackson & Patty Rumpza
Sandra Jackson and Rev. Patty Rumpza
Take On Faith – February 5, 2022
Our host, Rev. Carolyn Wilkins, interviewed Rev. Dr. Sandra Jackson and Rev. Patty Rumpza of Golden Heart Spiritual Communities about The Alabama Civil Rights Experience in April. The program originally broadcast on KTAL-LP FM in Las Cruces, NM.
You can reach Rev. Dr. Sandra Jackson at revsandra@goldenheartsc.org and Rev. Patty Rumpza at revpatty@goldenheartsc.org.
From Guests’ Website:
From the wellspring of the Science of Mind, within New Thought teachings and the wisdom found in other paths, the founders of Golden Heart have come together to offer their hearts and minds in service to the idea of healing the belief in separation and creating communities of wholeness.
With a shared focus on developing both individuals and Spiritual Communities, our goal is to offer practical and valuable coaching, classes, and hands-on support that foster growth in the realm of Spiritual awareness and life-affirming effect. When we agree on purpose and work in principle, the possibilities abound and become an ever-present reality. We can’t wait to see how Spirit will continue to express as you!
As our name implies, Golden Heart is committed to the idea that we live our best lives when we recognize and nurture the communities that exist in the microcosm of ourselves (mind, body, and Spirit) as one unique whole. In the macrocosm of the larger world, the healthy collaboration of individuals results in the well-being of all involved. Our dedication is to offer a meaningful suite of services focusing on fine-tuning the good and reimagining possibilities.
Our approach is not a rainbow and butterflies approach to living but a practical pathway to life’s meaningful and positive expression in all its wonder-filled forms. We’ll start by introducing you to the two leaders who form the backbone of Golden Heart and, collectively, have committed themselves to the service of Transformation. They have both built lives on the premise of the possible and cannot wait to share it with you.
Elise Brenner, Ph.D. and Nancy Spatz, M.D.
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.
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. Gordon Clay and Mrs. Lisa Bailey
Rev. Gordon Clay and Mrs. Lisa S. Bailey
Take On Faith – November 27, 2021
Rev. Gordon Clay and Mrs. Lisa S. Bailey appeared as guests on Take On Faith. They discussed their shared ministry and marriage with Rev. Xolani Kacela, the show host. Rev. Gordon Clay and Mrs. Lisa Bailey joined the program from Las Vegas, Nevada.
Rev. Bailey serves as minister of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Las Vegas, NV. He is also a Board-Certified Clinical Chaplain and Pastoral Counselor with the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy.
Lisa Bailey works in the social justice arena with the Showing Up for Racial Justice Las Vegas chapter, the boards of No Racism in Schools #1865, and the Artivists. Lisa was an advance reader for The Black UU Survival Guide.
During the talk, they gave witness to life as Unitarian Universalists. Each spoke about their experiences being in a mixed marriage. Rev. Gordon Clay and Mrs. Lisa S. Bailey also shined light upon the challenges of leading a white church.
Interestingly, the Bailey’s provided insight to the limits of a BIPOC leader in a white church. They spoke about the differences between Black church ministry and white churches. They offered insights to what keeps the two worlds apart.
You can reach the Gordon C. Bailey or Lisa S. Bailey on their YouTube channel, The Bailey View.
From Guests’ Church’s Website:
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Las Vegas exists as a religious community. The valley-wide ministry shares the principles of Unitarian Universalism and provides a sanctuary and a voice for spiritual seekers. It serves as a force for social justice in the greater community. Here, we challenge members, friends, and visitors to think for themselves, grow spiritually, and express and live their values.
