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Fabric Podcast

Fabric - Minneapolis
Sabbath
Community
Community Engagement
Climate Justice
Climate Crisis
Political Polarization
Climate Change
Restoration
Braver Angels
Energy Policy
Productivity
Jesus
Fabric Church
Gaza
Leviticus
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Three-Stranded Cord
Reduce the Rancor Minnesota
Environmental Justice

Welcome to the Fabric podcast! Fabric is a thoughtful, progressive experiment in being church, based in South Minneapolis. We love hosting space where curiosity, connection, and inclusive belonging have space to stretch out and get comfy. Take the time you need to explore what we’re about, and when you’re ready, connect however feels best. The conversation is always fresh! Fabric is church, for th... more

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Recent Guests

Brenda Boss
First out lesbian pastor in the Lutheran church, now a bishop
ELCA - Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Episode: Dangerous Man | Dangerous to Power
Dave Scherer
A rapper, theologian, father, and educator who discusses themes of race, inclusion, and spirituality.
Episode: The Sandbox | Groundskeeping in the Sandbox
Peter Digitale Anderson
Executive Director of Peace Catalyst International
Peace Catalyst International
Episode: The Sandbox | There's a Friend in Our Sandbox! (Featuring Peter Digitale Anderson)
Ellis Delaney
Musician and artist known for heartfelt music that explores themes of joy, love, and belonging.
Episode: DEEPER | Ellis Delaney
Peter Mayer
Legendary Minnesota singer-songwriter
Episode: DEEPER | Peter Mayer
Joe Davis
Artist, playwright, poet, and organizer
Episode: Who Gives a Fig...For Joy Without Sorrow?
Greg Meyer
Former pastor and leader in the Fabric community.
Fabric Community
Episode: CareIQ | Journeyman
Jen Markworth
Psychologist and mental health services director for Corner House.
Corner House
Episode: CareIQ | CareIQ & Trauma
Jenny Sung
Pastor working for justice and peace in the Middle East through the Samud Initiative
Samud Initiative, ELCA
Episode: Unearthed | Palestine & Israel

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Ian McConnell
Host and pastor discussing spiritual practices and community engagement, emphasizing progressive values and personal growth.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 888 ratings
  • What I need

    Definitely not always the cuddly comforting message I want, but almost always the push/challenge that I need!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maiadalager
    United States5 years ago
  • Yea!

    I love this community and their messages!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    p16274838888988
    United States7 years ago

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DEEPER | Chris Tripolino
Q: What's something Chris that's been captivating you that you've been reading or watching or listening to lately?
Chris has been reading a book called The Let Them Theory, which discusses the importance of letting people do what they do and allowing oneself to do what they choose.
DEEPER | Chris Tripolino
Q: Where, Chris, do you consider home?
Chris considers home to be South Minneapolis but also has a strong connection to Cedar Falls, Iowa, where he grew up.
The Sandbox | Groundskeeping in the Sandbox
Q: Can you share what you do when discomfort feels unsafe?
Dave discusses the importance of distinguishing between discomfort and actual danger, emphasizing practices like deep breathing and co-regulation.
The Sandbox | Groundskeeping in the Sandbox
Q: What keeps you coming back into these spaces of conflict and growth?
Dave expresses that the gifts of diversity and the commitment to others' well-being and healing drive him to engage in these spaces.
The Sandbox | There's a Friend in Our Sandbox! (Featuring Peter Digitale Anderson)
Q: How do you assure community members that you're not just trying to convert them?
It's crucial to clarify your intent and engage in relationship-building, expressing genuine interest in understanding them as people rather than focusing solely on faith differences.

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Fabric Podcast launched 15 years ago and published 65 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Brenda Boss
2. Dave Scherer
3. Peter Digitale Anderson
4. Ellis Delaney
5. Peter Mayer
6. Joe Davis
7. Greg Meyer
8. Jen Markworth

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