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MercyCast

Let My People Go

Have you ever hit a wall and asked yourself, "What do I do now? How will I ever get past this?" If you are human and have a pulse, you probably have. The MercyCast is a podcast dedicated to learning the subtle art of compassion through the adversity of everyday life. Join Raleigh Sadler, the host, as he has honest and thought-provoking conversations with friends he has met along the way. Each Wednesday, listen to the encouraging true stories of people, like you and me, who are learning

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Ike Miller on discovering our good baggage.

MercyCast ·

2024/02/14

Everyone has baggage. But what if your baggage wasn’t a bad thing?In this episode, pastor and author Ike Miller joins us to unpack his book, Good Baggage: How Your Difficult Childhood Prepared You for Healthy Relationships. From the start, we discuss the impact of baggage on our lives and relationships, where I tell the story of the best breakup gift I have ever received. Then, we explore the concept of codependency and how it can affect vocational Christian ministry. Next, we delve into the

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Kendall Vanderslice on connecting communion to the...

MercyCast ·

2024/02/07

You've heard it said, "You are what you eat." But what if you are "how" you eat?Today, we discuss two of my favorite things: food and people. In this episode, I talk to Kendall Vanderslice, the Founder and Executive director of the Edible Theology Project and the author of By Bread Alone: A Baker's Reflections on Hunger, Longing, and the Goodness of God. Kendall shares her experience of facing adversity and finding answers at the dinner table and how we can experience the

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Chris White on knowing what character you are.

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2024/01/31

What if you were not the lead character in your own story?What if your purpose today was to play a supporting role? In this episode, I catch up with my friend, Chris White, a screenwriter and director, about how life imitates art as we discuss his film, Electric Jesus. Chris unpacks the filmmaking process and the challenges of failure and perfectionism. Failure can be an entry point into being a supporting character. In this conversation, we discuss the importance of being a supporting actor in the

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50:41

Phil Knox on making friends.

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2024/01/24

Making friends isn’t as easy as it sounds.In some ways, it seemed easier when we were kids. Now, finding friends can feel impossible. In this episode, Phil Knox, the author of The Best Of Friends: Choose Wisely, Care Well, discusses the meaning and importance of friendship. Phil shares his personal experience of loss and how true friendship helped him through difficult times. Phil and I explore the role of faith and friendship in grief, setting boundaries and communicating needs, and the power of

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Aaron Armstrong on I'm a Christian- Now What?

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2024/01/17

You’ve just become a new Christian. What are the next steps?In this episode, sit down with Aaron Armstrong, author of the book I’m a Christian Now What? A Guide to New Life in Christ. We discuss the shift when someone becomes a Christian and the challenges and turmoil that can follow. Aaron shares his journey to Christianity and the lessons he has learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of guidance and community for new Christians and encourages them to be convictionally kind in their

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56:19

Kerri Rawson on overcoming trauma.

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2024/01/10

How do we keep moving forward when life feels impossible?My guest and I deal with this question head-on in today’s episode. In this conversation, Kerri Rawson, the author of the New York Times-selling book A Serial Killer's Daughter: My Story of Faith, love, and Overcoming, shares her journey of trauma, healing, and faith. She discusses the life-altering moment when she learned about her father's crimes and the impact it had on her mental health. Kerri talks about her experience with PTSD

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More Mercy on the will of God.

MercyCast ·

2024/01/05

Happy New Year! We are back with More Mercy! This week, I sat down with Jordan Raynor to discuss the sacredness of our work. But during the talk, we addressed knowing God's will specifically in terms of our jobs. Take a moment and listen to this most recent episode.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mercycast/exclusive-content

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Jordan Raynor on the sacredness of work.

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2024/01/03

Is your work good, or is it God's work?You have probably wrestled with this question before. If so, you may need to sit down for this episode because Jordan Raynor, the author of The Sacredness of Secular Work, is on the MercyCast! Jordan sits down with me to discuss the sacredness of secular work and the importance of embracing one's vocation. He challenges the notion of a sacred-secular divide and emphasizes that all work has intrinsic value to God. Together, we explore the cultural

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Krista McDunn on struggling through the holidays.

MercyCast ·

2023/12/27

What if this isn't the most wonderful time of the year for you?In this episode, our second guest, Krista McDunn, returns to discuss the challenges and complexities of the holiday season, particularly Christmas and New Year's. You heard it here first, folks: we are putting the Krista back in Krista-mas this year. Together, we explore the feelings of stress, unmet expectations, loneliness, financial strain, and family conflict that can pop up between meals, parties, and holiday specials. We

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32:30

David Zahl on low anthropology.

MercyCast ·

2023/12/20

What if your outlook is doing more to harm you than help you?The lens through which we see the world and ourselves matters. In this episode, David Zahl stops by to discuss a different way of viewing humanity and ourselves. Though this outlook may seem new, it’s not entirely unfamiliar to those in the Christian faith. David, the director of Mockingbird and the author of Seculosity and Low Anthropology unpacks the importance of adopting a low anthropological view of ourselves.In this critical

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Alexander John Shaia on the return from the Camino.

MercyCast ·

2023/12/13

You made it to the Cathedral. Now, what’s next?It's time to head home, Pilgrims, but Spoiler alert: your Camino is not over. You've only reached the halfway point. In this episode, Alexander John Shaia, the author of Return From Camino, joins me, and we reflect on the moments that followed after arriving at my "destination" in Santiago de Compostela. We discuss the importance of pilgrimage, Joseph Campbell's influence, and the concept of the four-part journey. We also discuss the

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Simon Langewald and Pia Aldehoff on finishing the...

MercyCast ·

2023/12/06

Your journey will come to an end.Hey Peregrinos! As you know, we’ve been vicariously walking the Camino de Santiago together. Last week, Kiko and I took you stage by stage and broke down the trials that we experienced. After I parted ways with Kiko towards the end, I finished walking with Pia and Simon. So, I’m happy to have them join this conversation on finishing the Camino. They share their experiences, challenges, and reflections on the final moments of the journey to Santiago de Compostela

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Kiko Gavira on trials along the way.

MercyCast ·

2023/11/29

The trick is learning to accept both the good and the bad on the Camino.Buen Camino, fellow pilgrims! Welcome back to MercyCast. Last week, we talked about the Call to the Camino. Today's episode discusses the trials you will face as you walk the Camino.Amidst the high altitudes and rugged terrain, I met Kiko, a fellow pilgrim. Together, we navigated everything from challenging mountain trails to interpersonal relationships. We learned that the path to self-discovery often involves the support

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Jacob Smith on pilgrimage and the call of the Camino.

MercyCast ·

2023/11/22

Sometimes, the Camino calls you.Greetings, fellow pilgrims, and welcome back to the MercyCast! Whether you have gone on the Camino De Santiago, are interested in going, or have no idea what it is, this series is for you! Today's episode is a beacon of guidance for those preparing to walk the sacred path of the Camino de Santiago. Join us as we discuss what it means to be called to the Camino.In this episode of the Mercy Cast, two-time guest Reverend Jacob Smith and I discuss our experiences on

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Marisol Maldonado Rodriguez on poverty and the...

MercyCast ·

2023/11/15

Sometimes, an email can change your life.In this episode, Marisol Maldonado Rodriguez, founder and Executive Director of Renew Life Center and author of the new book, Beyond Her Yes: Reimagining Pro-Life Ministry to Empower Women and Support Families in Overcoming Poverty, shares her experience as the client services director of a pregnancy resource center and how a transformative email from a client highlighted the overlooked vulnerabilities and complexities surrounding the pro-life movement. This

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Matt Popovits on making things relatable.

MercyCast ·

2023/11/01

Life can be complex.Enter Matt Popovits. Matt is a pastor, speaker, and podcaster whose approach to life is characterized by a desire for simplicity and relatability. He drops by to discuss navigating complex topics with grace and hope. Matt shares his origin story in a sense, where he discovered his calling through comforting a friend in a time of tragedy, highlighting the importance of being present and empathetic during challenging moments. In our talk, we emphasize the need to connect the

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Rachel Lohman on living with pregnancy loss.

MercyCast ·

2023/10/25

How do you hope again after experiencing a miscarriage?In this episode, Rachel Lohman joins the MercyCast to discuss her pregnancy and infant loss journey and her mission to bring healing and hope to others. Rachel is the author of Miscarried Hope and the founder of Hope Again Collective. This handmade jewelry line beautifully shares the stories of mothers who have experienced the pain of pregnancy loss. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and the Power of sharing our stories.Highlights from the

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More Mercy on rethinking self-care.

MercyCast ·

2023/10/20

Want more MercyCast? Here is a free episode of MoreMERCY, a bonus episode of the MercyCast. I reflect on the previous week's episode and how it connects to Scripture and this cultural moment. In this episode, my friend Neal Salzman and I explore the concept of self-care. Neal is a licensed therapist and the founder and executive director of the Rest Initiative. We discuss an essential aspect of life people often overlook: the ability to care for ourselves while tirelessly caring for others

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Neal Salzman on creating a rhythm of resiliency.

MercyCast ·

2023/10/18

You can't do self-care by yourself.In this episode, my friend Neal Salzman and I explore resiliency and discover the beautiful essence of vulnerability in the face of adversity.Neal is a licensed therapist and the founder and executive director of the Rest Initiative. We discuss an essential aspect of life people often overlook: the ability to care for ourselves while tirelessly caring for others. It's a lesson I've learned the hard way, and Neal's story is nothing short of

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