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Sunday Sanctuary with Petra Bagust

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Spirituality
Christianity
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Mental Health
Death
Forgiveness
Change
Hospitality
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Peace
Parenting
God
Grief
Lent
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Whether you are seeking a moment of calm in your busy life, looking for guidance on your spiritual journey, or simply curious about new ideas and perspectives, Sunday Sanctuary is the perfect show for you.

Inspired by the idea of creating a sanctuary, a safe and peaceful place where people can retreat from the chaos and noise of the outside world.

Sunday Sanctuary seeks to create that kind of ... more

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Addiction is such a huge topic which can't be covered properly in one episode, so this episode of Sunday Sanctuary is primarily for those in the orbit of people struggling with addiction. How can we support those who we know are struggling? Do we nee... more

Changing your mind about what you want for dinner is easy. Changing your mind about what you think about someone, how you vote, or what you believe, is not. In this episode of Sunday Sanctuary, Petra talks with friend of the show Spanky Moore and pro... more

This episode originally came out in 2024

Holding a grudge is a tantalising temptation. Especially when someone has clearly wronged us. After all, they deserve to be held accountable for what they did, right?

In this episode, Petra and her guests ... more

The role of fathers in our lives can be a mixed bag. There are, of course, tremendous examples of good fatherhood around and yet the brokenness of absent or abusive fathers casts a long shadow.

So what does that mean for our view of God, who is so ... more

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Recent Guests

Reverend Spanky Moore
Friend of the show, clergy member
Unspecified (Reverend)
Episode: Changing Your Mind
Michael Smith
Jesuit priest, member of the Society of Jesus
Jesuits
Episode: Changing Your Mind
Charlotte Cummings
Counsellor with 20 years' experience, policy writer, change management, licensed private investigator, podcast host of Feel Better
Independent
Episode: Garden Variety Forgiveness (Re-upload)
Malcolm Gordon
Minister of the First Church of Otago; podcaster; author of A Field Guide to Forgiveness
First Church of Otago
Episode: Garden Variety Forgiveness (Re-upload)
Sam Bloore
A theology nerd, teaching pastor
Episode: When I think of God as Dad
John Cowan
Parenting coach, broadcaster, and grandfather
Parenting Place
Episode: When I think of God as Dad
Phil Guyne
Dad who leads a communion segment
Episode: When I think of God as Dad
Mark Pierson
Worship Curator and creator of worship installations
Independent / Worship community
Episode: ADHD and Spirituality
Rev. Dr. Maja Whitaker
Academic Dean of Laidlaw College
Laidlaw College
Episode: ADHD and Spirituality

Host

Petra Bagust
Host of the show; leads reflective conversations, often with faith-based and secular guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Always gives me a sense of peace

    Lovely and calming but challenging in just the right way

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boycejnr
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Great vibes and taste in music. Always feel afterwards as if I’ve had a heartfelt chat and coffee with a good mate. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oldskoolfragger
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Thank You!

    What an amazing podcast. I so loved hearing your first working musician interview, such wonderful questions, I kept listening for more after that as I was so impressed with your quality of curiousity, and inward reflection!

    Anyone who is friends with you must be so lucky to have very great convos with such incredible wisdom and insight!

    Thank you so much! I wish I had listened to both your podcasts earlier!

    Love the raw vunerability that you draw your guests into, and what a beautiful thing ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danishcat
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Like a warm hug

    I first listened to this podcast when I was on a flight to a funeral of a dear friend. It was like a warm hug when I needed it. I forgot I was on a plane and was transported into a cosy living room with a fire, blankets and hot chocolate. Petra has such a soothing voice and shares wonderful insights with her guests. I have been really enjoying listening to this podcast, taking down notes of various quotes and insights to ruminate on. I look forward to playing back older episodes in the catalogue... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emmelinedevine
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you Petra, to and your team, for pulling together rich content to help us in this sometimes tricky and busy world.

    Thank you for bringing us this space for deep reflection and time for us to breath deeply, listen and head back out into the world with more peace and joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mum.2.lewiskids
    New Zealand3 years ago

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Listeners describe the show as calming and uplifting, with insightful guests and meaningful conversations.
Audiences note a warm, inviting hosting style and high-quality storytelling.
The show is praised for fostering reflection and peace amid busy lives.

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Talking Points

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The Covenant of Compassion
Q: How has the idea of compassion as a covenant between equals influenced your approach to helping young people?
It reframes helping as a mutual relationship where both sides give and receive, respecting dignity and recognizing that community effort is essential to ending youth homelessness.
The Covenant of Compassion
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about the work Kick Back does and why compassion motivates it?
Kick Back is a youth development organization responding to homelessness, providing a drop-in space where young people can access clothing, food, housing navigation, and other support, all rooted in solidarity and community care.
To Give, Or Not To Give?
Q: So do you give because you have to, because you want to, because you ought to?
The motivation behind giving is personal and nuanced, blending a sense of responsibility with genuine care, and the episode emphasizes choosing giving with joy and intentionality rather than guilt or obligation.
Somewhat Self-disciplined
Q: Can you ask first what you mean when you say discipline?
Discipline is the ability to choose a course of action and maintain it for a desired outcome, even if uncomfortable, centering on flourishing and service to others.
Am I My Brother's Keeper?
Q: What did your vow of hospitality reveal to you over the year?
Nikki explains that it helped her stretch her heart and recognize the gratitude for connections with others, enhancing her sense of community and importance in their lives.

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A soothing, reflective show that blends spirituality, psychology, and personal growth through conversations with guests from faith communities, academia, and the arts. Episodes emphasize compassion, rituals, generosity, humor, and practical spirituality, often framed within New Zealand culture and Christian or secular-secular perspectives. The format likely features thoughtful questions, personal stories, and actionable takeaways for listeners seeking calm, connection, and meaning in everyday life. A notable strength is its ability to pair intimate, vulnerable storytelling with expert insights, creating a warm sanctuary-like space for reflection and renewal.

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1. Reverend Spanky Moore
2. Michael Smith
3. Charlotte Cummings
4. Malcolm Gordon
5. Sam Bloore
6. John Cowan
7. Phil Guyne
8. Mark Pierson

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