“I know what to do. I just need to do it!” That was how I responded to my health coach when she asked if I had any questions about improving my diet and increasing my activity level.
I’m guessing that is true of you, too. We know what it takes to be physically healthy—exercise and good nutrition—but sometimes we struggle to do it.
Our spiritual lives are similar. We know what we need to grow as Christians, and we would benefit from some tips and tricks toward integrating it into our daily routine.
Get Your Spirit in Shape is an award-winning 30-minute podcast from United Methodist Communications hosted by Crystal Caviness, created and produced by Joe Iovino. Episodes feature casual conversations with leaders, authors, and others who offer spiritual nutrition and exercises for our everyday lives.
We know that exercise and good nutrition help keep us physically healthy. Unfortunately, we don’t always follow through. Our spiritual lives are similar. We know what we need to grow as Christians, but sometimes we struggle. Get Your Spirit in Shape is a free, 30-minute, monthly podcast from United Methodist Communications featuring conversations with leaders, authors, and others who offer spiritual nutrition and exercises for our everyday lives. Join us as we get—and keep—our spirits in shape.
What does it mean to be a connected church?
In this episode, Joe talks with Jennifer Rodia about connectionalism and what it looks like to live it out in real life. Drawing on experiences from churches in New York to communities across Africa and beyond, they explore how connection shapes faith, community, and our understanding of God.
In this episode:
- How global relationships reveal a fuller picture of God
- The shift from “serving others” to mutual community
- Why listening across differences matters
- The challenges—and gifts—of being a global church
- How stepping outside our comfort zones can deepen faith
At its core, this conversation is an invitation: to connect more deeply, listen more openly, and discover how God is at work beyond our own experience.
- Learn: Regionalization (UMC.org/Regionalization): How The UMC is organizing to better reflect our worldwide connections.
- Engage: Global Ministries of The UMC is a great place to learn about the church around the world.
- Stay informed: Sign up for United Methodist News Digest and watch The Recap to stay informed of our worldwide church.
More information and a full transcript of this conversation are available here.
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