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Faith Matters offers an expansive view of the Restored Gospel, thoughtful exploration of big and sometimes thorny questions, and a platform that encourages deeper engagement with our faith and our world. We focus on the Latter-day Saint (Mormon) tradition, but believe we have much to learn from other traditions and fully embrace those of other beliefs.

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Today we’re exploring a tender question so many parents are carrying: how do we help our kids grow in faith when we’re still figuring it out for ourselves? And underneath that—what if we get it wrong? What if we hand them something they’ll spend year... more

Today we’re asking: what do you do when someone you love tells you they’re leaving the Church? What do you say? How do you stay grounded and connected when the stakes feel high or you’re caught off guard?

We sat down with two longtime friends of the... more

We live in a world that prizes activity: being productive, staying in control, always doing something. So when life brings seasons of waiting—through illness, loss, or circumstances we didn’t choose—it can feel unsettling, even threatening to our sen... more

This version has the correct audio--thanks to those who let us know the last one wasn't right! 

From time to time we like to share episodes from other shows in the Faith Matters network that we think you’ll really love, and today we’re highlighting ... more

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Recent Guests

Meredith Miller
Pastor, author, and researcher; author of Woven, Nurturing a Faith Your Kid Doesn't Have to Heal From
Kids in Faith / book author
Episode: Nurturing a Faith Your Kids Don’t Have to Heal From: Meredith Miller
Joseph Grenny
Author and researcher on faith transitions
Episode: What to Say When Your Kid Leaves the Church: Joseph Grenny & Jeff Strong
Jeff Strong
Author and researcher on faith transitions
Episode: What to Say When Your Kid Leaves the Church: Joseph Grenny & Jeff Strong
Terryl Givens
Author and theologian discussing The Stature of Waiting and related themes
Author/Scholar
Episode: Terryl Givens: The God Who Waits
Karen Washington
Community organizer and subject of the garden story
Author of Dedicated, The Case for Commitment in an Age of Infinite Browsing
Episode: Won't You Be My Neighbor? An episode of Article 13
Pete Davis
Author of Dedicated, The Case for Commitment in an Age of Infinite Browsing
Author
Episode: Won't You Be My Neighbor? An episode of Article 13
Riley Risto
Director of Latter-day Saint Peace Studies
Latter-day Saint Peace Studies
Episode: Reading the Bible Through the Jesus Lens
Lisa Valentine Clark
Comedian, actor, host of The Lisa Show
The Lisa Show
Episode: “Yes, And”: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice, with Lisa Valentine Clark and James Rees
James Rees
Artist, educator, researcher and arts advocate
The Weight We Carry series and related artistic work
Episode: “Yes, And”: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice, with Lisa Valentine Clark and James Rees

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Aubrey Chavez
Host and representative from Faith Matters, engaging in thoughtful discussions on spirituality and community issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Contemplation and connection

    I listen on Mondays during my morning commute, and each time I step out of the car and into my week with the episode like a pebble in my pocket. I reach for it, run my thumb over its perspectives and possibilities, and realize I’m much less alone – and my spiritual anxieties much more common – then I believed them to be. The podcast has connected me with challenging thinkers and doers, and their examples have profoundly altered my inner and outer discipleship. Thank you for helping me find richn... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tallialli
    United Statesa month ago
  • Nice job Elder Zach Davis!!

    This podcast is wonderful and the Executive Director is an amazing person!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elder Justin Bell
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thanks so much!

    I have found all of the episodes interesting, and many of them have been compelling, but a few of them continue to be transformational for me. I appreciate the honesty of the conversations; I treasure the influence of the Holy Spirit that has come to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pagagap
    United Statesa month ago
  • This is the God I know!

    Thank you!!! This is my very favorite religious podcast! It resonates so well with with me and the God I has experienced. I’m so grateful for the open, humble and growth-minded way of viewing the scriptures and our faith practices

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lorrlorr24
    United States2 months ago
  • Grateful

    The episode with Jared Lambert sharing insights into the creation story brought me much needed light and hope! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The queen of DragonCity.
    United States3 months ago

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Reading the Bible Through the Jesus Lens
Q: How do you handle apparent contradictions between Old Testament depictions of God and the New Testament portrayal of Christ?
I view those tensions as an invitation to disambiguate rather than to force a single narrative. By starting with Christ and applying his ethical core, I can interpret other texts contextually and progressively, acknowledging fallibility in prophets while seeking the more reliable picture of Jesus.
Reading the Bible Through the Jesus Lens
Q: What drew you to study scripture through a cruciform lens, and how has it shaped your reading of difficult passages?
The cruciform lens emerged from recognizing that Jesus offers the clearest image of God, so reading scripture starting from Christ helps resolve tensions between violence and mercy. This approach reframes Old Testament violence by testing it against Jesus' teachings, especially the command to love enemies and pursue mercy over Sacrifice.
When Your Faith Breaks: Tucker Boyle
Q: Can you walk us through the moment you realized your certainty was shifting and how that changed your life goals?
Tucker describes a gradual unraveling during his doctoral work, where research challenged his rose-colored view of church history, leading to a sustained period of doubt but also to a more mature, compassionate faith that prioritizes love and belonging over certainty.
Bruce Tift: Already Free
Q: Would you advocate for choosing a package of disturbance that goes along with being in an intimate relationship as opposed to the package of disturbance that comes from isolation?
Bruce emphasizes that the important inquiry is whether one is using moment-to-moment experiences as a vehicle for personal awakening and relationship with the sacred, rather than simply choosing that package based on intimacy.
Bruce Tift: Already Free
Q: Could you talk about how this fusion of Buddhist ideas and therapeutic practice came to be something that you were exploring?
Bruce discusses his upbringing in a Unitarian Church and the journey that led him to combine his interest in psychology with his exposure to Tibetan Buddhism, ultimately pursuing education in Buddhist and Western psychology.

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What is Faith Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content encompasses a wide array of topics surrounding faith, spirituality, and the complexities of the Latter-day Saint tradition, coupled with insights from other belief systems. Regular discussions include historical analyses of biblical texts, the interplay of faith and mental health, and contemporary challenges faced within religious communities. There is a notable emphasis on fostering discussions around difficult subjects like race, gender, and personal belief evolution, underpinned by an overarching theme of empathy and deeper understanding. Unique to this platform is its commitment to exploring faith through a lens of curiosity and inquiry, making it a valuable resource for those navigating their faith journeys amidst modern ch... more

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4. Terryl Givens
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7. Riley Risto
8. Lisa Valentine Clark

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