In this episode, Dawn and Ruth welcome Rev. Lizzie, an Episcopal priest from Austin, Texas, who shares her experiences in ministry, her new book 'God Didn't Make Us to Hate Us,' and her journey as a church planter. Lizzie also discusses the intersection of creativity and spirituality, the unique culture of Austin, and her use of social media for evangelism. The conversation touches on a variety of topics, including her writing process, the importance of community, and the role of art and creativity in faith.

00:00 Introduction: The Role of Silence in Spirituality

02:26 Community and Creativity: Launching Our Patreon

05:08 Introducing Our Guest: Rev. Lizzie

06:09 Rev. Lizzie's Journey: From Priesthood to Authorship

06:50 Writing and Promoting 'God Didn't Make Us to Hate Us'

07:27 The Creative Process and Inspirations Behind the Book

12:38 Publicizing the Book and Connecting with Readers

14:03 Theological Insights and Progressive Faith

17:40 Living Our Values: Joy and Justice

18:08 The Power of Devotionals

19:33 Church Planting Journey

20:30 Border Ministry and Team Brownsville

22:35 Social Media Ministry

25:37 Podcasting for Deeper Engagement

31:28 Creativity and Spirituality

33:03 Art, Worship, and Inclusivity

38:02 Conclusion and Farewell

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Find out more about Rev. Lizzie at revlizzie.com and @rev.lizzie on Instagram