<p>In this episode of <em>That’s Church</em>, we sit down with <strong>Ariel Munyer</strong> for a thoughtful conversation about faith, curiosity, and connection.</p><p>Ariel shares her experiences attending different religious spaces, navigating faith alongside LGBTQ+ loved ones, and teaching with vulnerability and creativity. She also talks about her work as a professional genealogist and how uncovering family stories can be a deeply spiritual practice—one rooted in memory, belonging, and community.</p><p>This episode explores what it means to stay connected without certainty, to lead with compassion, and to find God through people rather than perfection.</p><ul><li><p>Exploring other churches with honesty and openness</p></li><li><p>Holding faith with nuance</p></li><li><p>Supporting LGBTQ+ loved ones in religious spaces</p></li><li><p>Women’s leadership in faith communities</p></li><li><p>Genealogy as sacred storytelling</p></li><li><p>Community as a spiritual practice</p></li></ul><p>As Season 2 begins to close, this conversation feels like a bridge—honoring where we’ve been and pointing toward what’s next.</p><p>Join us for our next <strong>That’s Church</strong> event:</p><p><strong>March 7 at 6:00 PM</strong><br />Doors open at <strong>5:30 PM</strong><br />📍 <strong>The Compass Gallery</strong><br />Provo, Utah</p><p>Season 3 will focus more on <strong>leaders, professional speakers, and religious thinkers</strong> whose work aligns with the heart of <em>That’s Church</em>.</p><p>Upcoming guests include:</p><ul><li><p><strong>David Hayward</strong>, also known as <em>The Naked Pastor</em></p></li><li><p><strong>Gerlyn Henry</strong></p></li></ul><p>Season 3 will be focused entirely <strong>outside of our own religion</strong>.</p><p><em>That’s Church</em> is a nonprofit seeking a <strong>podcast editor</strong> interested in gaining experience and building a portfolio through meaningful work. Reach out if you’re interested.</p><p>📸 Instagram: <strong>@thatschurchpodcast</strong><br />🌐 Website: <strong>thatschurch.org</strong></p><p>Topics include:📣 UPCOMING EVENT🌿 LOOKING AHEAD TO SEASON 3🎧 CALL FOR AN EDITOR🔗 CONNECT WITH US</p>