Join <a href='https://taralamonteastman.com/'>Tara Lamont Eastman</a>, host of the Holy Shenanigans podcast, as she welcomes her friends and classmates <a href='https://www.milligan.edu/team/kellie-brown/'>Kellie Brown </a>and <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joni_west/'>Joni Bouma </a>for a heartwarming discussion about giving thanks. They reflect on small kindnesses, everyday graces, and the beauty in ordinary life. Listen for an inspiring online poetry slam and discover the power of gratitude practices in finding joy and meaning in life&apos;s simple moments. Gratitude to Professor and Poet <a href='https://lynndomina.com/'>Lynn Domina</a> for her encouragement to read more poetry!Poems Read:<a href='https://www.danushalameris.com/poems'>Small Kindnesses</a> by <a href='https://www.danushalameris.com/poems'>Danusha Laméris</a> <a href='https://onbeing.org/blog/to-instruct-myself-over-and-over-in-joy/'>Mindful </a> by <a href='https://maryoliver.com/'>Mary Oliver</a> <a href='https://onbeing.org/poetry/the-facts-of-life/'>The Facts of Life</a> by <a href='https://www.padraigotuama.com/'>Pádraig Ó Tuama</a> <a href='https://onbeing.org/programs/poetry-from-the-on-being-gathering-naomi-shihab-nye-sep2018/'>Gratitude Pillow</a> by <a href='https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Naomi-Shihab-Nye/1339809'>Naomi Shihab Nye</a> Song Lyric Reference:<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYZO8v94_iw'> &apos;Look Up&apos; </a>by <a href='https://joyoladokun.com/'>Joy Oladokun </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms">Send Tara a Text Message</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman">Support the show</a>Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Join &lt;a href='https://taralamonteastman.com/'&gt;Tara Lamont Eastman&lt;/a&gt;, host of the Holy Shenanigans podcast, as she welcomes her friends and classmates &lt;a href='https://www.milligan.edu/team/kellie-brown/'&gt;Kellie Brown &lt;/a&gt;and &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/joni_west/'&gt;Joni Bouma &lt;/a&gt;for a heartwarming discussion about giving thanks. They reflect on small kindnesses, everyday graces, and the beauty in ordinary life. Listen for an inspiring online poetry slam and discover the power of gratitude practices in finding joy and meaning in life&amp;apos;s simple moments. Gratitude to Professor and Poet &lt;a href='https://lynndomina.com/'&gt;Lynn Domina&lt;/a&gt; for her encouragement to read more poetry!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;Poems Read:&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.danushalameris.com/poems'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Small Kindnesses&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt; by &lt;a href='https://www.danushalameris.com/poems'&gt;Danusha Laméris&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://onbeing.org/blog/to-instruct-myself-over-and-over-in-joy/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Mindful &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;by &lt;a href='https://maryoliver.com/'&gt;Mary Oliver&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://onbeing.org/poetry/the-facts-of-life/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;The Facts of Life&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt; by &lt;a href='https://www.padraigotuama.com/'&gt;Pádraig Ó Tuama&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://onbeing.org/programs/poetry-from-the-on-being-gathering-naomi-shihab-nye-sep2018/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Gratitude Pillow&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt; by &lt;a href='https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Naomi-Shihab-Nye/1339809'&gt;Naomi Shihab Nye&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Song Lyric Reference:&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYZO8v94_iw'&gt; &amp;apos;Look Up&amp;apos; &lt;/a&gt;by &lt;a href='https://joyoladokun.com/'&gt;Joy Oladokun &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms"&gt;Send Tara a Text Message&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Join Tara Lamont Eastman, host of the Holy Shenanigans podcast, as she welcomes her friends and classmates Kellie Brown and Joni Bouma for a heartwarming discussion about giving thanks. They reflect on small kindnesses, everyday graces, and the beauty in ordinary life. Listen for an inspiring online poetry slam and discover the power of gratitude practices in finding joy and meaning in life's simple moments. Gratitude to Professor and Poet Lynn Domina for her encouragement to read more poetry...

Celebrating Life's Simple Moments: A Thanksgiving Special

Tara discusses the significance of All Saints Day and different ways to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. Tara shares her personal practices of remembrance and introduces listeners to the life and poetry of Welsh poet Ruth Bidgood, who dedicated her work to remembering the people and places of Wales. The episode includes a reflection on Bidgood&apos;s poem &apos;The Pause&apos; and concludes with a poetic response by Tara, encouraging listeners to find meaningful ways to honor their loved ones. Find comfort and hope through remembrance and celebrate the legacy of those who have passed. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms">Send Tara a Text Message</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman">Support the show</a>Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Tara discusses the significance of All Saints Day and different ways to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. Tara shares her personal practices of remembrance and introduces listeners to the life and poetry of Welsh poet Ruth Bidgood, who dedicated her work to remembering the people and places of Wales. The episode includes a reflection on Bidgood&amp;apos;s poem &amp;apos;The Pause&amp;apos; and concludes with a poetic response by Tara, encouraging listeners to find meaningful ways to honor their loved ones. Find comfort and hope through remembrance and celebrate the legacy of those who have passed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms"&gt;Send Tara a Text Message&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Tara discusses the significance of All Saints Day and different ways to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. Tara shares her personal practices of remembrance and introduces listeners to the life and poetry of Welsh poet Ruth Bidgood, who dedicated her work to remembering the people and places of Wales. The episode includes a reflection on Bidgood's poem 'The Pause' and concludes with a poetic response by Tara, encouraging listeners to find meaningful ways to honor their loved ...

Light a Candle of Remembrance: A Sacred Pause

Pastor Tara welcomes <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidimarsh1204'>Heidi Marsh Stayboldt</a>, artist and founder of <a href='https://www.sanctuaryandtable.com/'>Sanctuary &amp; Table</a>. They discuss the intersection of art, spirituality, and the celebration of Halloween. They reflect on the origins of Halloween, emphasizing community, creativity, and remembrance of loved ones. Heidi shares experiences from her travels and the impact of art in her spiritual journey, including a profound encounter in Italy. The episode highlights the importance of embracing fear and using it to foster community and connection. They conclude by discussing the role of creativity and art in enriching spiritual practices and fostering a sense of belonging. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms">Send Tara a Text Message</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman">Support the show</a>Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Pastor Tara welcomes &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidimarsh1204'&gt;Heidi Marsh Stayboldt&lt;/a&gt;, artist and founder of &lt;a href='https://www.sanctuaryandtable.com/'&gt;Sanctuary &amp;amp; Table&lt;/a&gt;. They discuss the intersection of art, spirituality, and the celebration of Halloween. They reflect on the origins of Halloween, emphasizing community, creativity, and remembrance of loved ones. Heidi shares experiences from her travels and the impact of art in her spiritual journey, including a profound encounter in Italy. The episode highlights the importance of embracing fear and using it to foster community and connection. They conclude by discussing the role of creativity and art in enriching spiritual practices and fostering a sense of belonging.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms"&gt;Send Tara a Text Message&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Pastor Tara welcomes Heidi Marsh Stayboldt, artist and founder of Sanctuary &amp; Table. They discuss the intersection of art, spirituality, and the celebration of Halloween. They reflect on the origins of Halloween, emphasizing community, creativity, and remembrance of loved ones. Heidi shares experiences from her travels and the impact of art in her spiritual journey, including a profound encounter in Italy. The episode highlights the importance of embracing fear and using it to foster comm...

From Trick-or-Treat to Communion: Exploring Sacred Community

Join Tara in this episode of Holy Shenanigans, live from the Wild Goose Festival. Guests Charles Bretan and Natalie Hamrick, Ph.D. explore how Psalms, songs, poetry, and people help them navigate life&apos;s challenges. Hear touching personal stories, powerful poems, and reflective thoughts that inspire hope, strength, and the recognition of holy moments. Engage with a community that values connection, healing, and spiritual growth. Listen to Charles Bretan&apos;s insightful podcast <a href='https://charlesandchris.net/'>A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah! </a> Purchase Natalie Hamrick&apos;s book here: <a href='https://www.authorhouse.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/281002-Cope-by-Faith'>Cope by Faith: Partnering With God to Get Through and Triumph From the Cancer Experience</a> <a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms">Send Tara a Text Message</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman">Support the show</a>Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Join Tara in this episode of Holy Shenanigans, live from the Wild Goose Festival. Guests Charles Bretan and Natalie Hamrick, Ph.D. explore how Psalms, songs, poetry, and people help them navigate life&amp;apos;s challenges. Hear touching personal stories, powerful poems, and reflective thoughts that inspire hope, strength, and the recognition of holy moments. Engage with a community that values connection, healing, and spiritual growth.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Listen to Charles Bretan&amp;apos;s insightful podcast &lt;a href='https://charlesandchris.net/'&gt;A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah!&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Purchase Natalie Hamrick&amp;apos;s book here: &lt;a href='https://www.authorhouse.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/281002-Cope-by-Faith'&gt;Cope by Faith: Partnering With God to Get Through and Triumph From the Cancer Experience&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms"&gt;Send Tara a Text Message&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Join Tara in this episode of Holy Shenanigans, live from the Wild Goose Festival. Guests Charles Bretan and Natalie Hamrick, Ph.D. explore how Psalms, songs, poetry, and people help them navigate life's challenges. Hear touching personal stories, powerful poems, and reflective thoughts that inspire hope, strength, and the recognition of holy moments. Engage with a community that values connection, healing, and spiritual growth.  Listen to Charles Bretan's insightful podcast A Jew and A Gentil...

Holy Shenanigans Live at the Wild Goose Festival 2025: Embracing the Sacred Amidst Life's Messy Middle with Natalie Hamrick & Charles Bretan

Join Pastor Tara Lamont Eastman and Charles Bretan of A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah in this live crossover from the Wild Goose Festival 2025. Dive into discussions about the intersection of faith, social justice, inclusion, and intentional living. This episode covers thought-provoking insights on engaging deeply with texts, the impact of compression culture, and personal stories that highlight the importance of curiosity and expansive thinking. Don&apos;t miss engaging reflections on A Wrinkle in Time, political and theological commentary, and practical advice for fostering a deeper connection with the divine and with others.Interested in hearing more from Charles? Listen to episodes of A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah <a href='https://charlesandchris.net/'>here</a>.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms">Send Tara a Text Message</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman">Support the show</a>Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Join Pastor Tara Lamont Eastman and Charles Bretan of A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah in this live crossover from the Wild Goose Festival 2025. Dive into discussions about the intersection of faith, social justice, inclusion, and intentional living. This episode covers thought-provoking insights on engaging deeply with texts, the impact of compression culture, and personal stories that highlight the importance of curiosity and expansive thinking. Don&amp;apos;t miss engaging reflections on A Wrinkle in Time, political and theological commentary, and practical advice for fostering a deeper connection with the divine and with others.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Interested in hearing more from Charles? Listen to episodes of A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah &lt;a href='https://charlesandchris.net/'&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1347916/open_sms"&gt;Send Tara a Text Message&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taraleastman"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Join Pastor Tara Lamont Eastman and Charles Bretan of A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . . . Mitzvah in this live crossover from the Wild Goose Festival 2025. Dive into discussions about the intersection of faith, social justice, inclusion, and intentional living. This episode covers thought-provoking insights on engaging deeply with texts, the impact of compression culture, and personal stories that highlight the importance of curiosity and expansive thinking. Don't miss engaging reflecti...

Expansive Thinking in a Compression Culture with Charles Bretan of A Jew and A Gentile walk into a Bar . .. . Mitzvah!

Holy Shenanigans shares stories that surprise, encourage, and sometimes even turn life upside down – all in the name of love. Your muse is Tara Lamont Eastman, pastor, podcaster and practitioner of Holy Shenanigans . Join her on a journey of unforgettable spiritual adventure that is always sacred but never stuffy.

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