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The Invitation

Joshua Banner
Howard Thurman
Justice
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Resurrection
Community
Breath Prayer
Eastertide
Meditation
Contemplation
Belonging
Humility
Powerlessness
Psalm 131
Resurrection Life
Community Engagement
Social Justice
America
Power
Violence
Racial Justice

The Invitation podcast is a 'little retreat' to help you hear and respond to the God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him. Each episode is a guided prayer and meditation led by Josh Banner, a certified spiritual director.

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This is the third of a series of podcast episodes introducing to the world a new doctorate of ministry (DMin) study cohort to be hosted at Western Theological Seminary. The title of this series shares the name of the study cohort, "A New Reality in B... more

This is the second of a series of podcast episodes that are introducing to the world a new doctorate of ministry (DMin) study cohort to be hosted at Western Theological Seminary. The title of this series shares the name of the study cohort, "A New Re... more

This is the first of a series of podcast episodes that are introducing to the world a new doctorate of ministry (DMin) study cohort to be hosted at Western Theological Seminary. The title of this series shares the name of the study cohort, "A New Rea... more

What do we do with the agony? What can we do? Where do we go for help? For all those who feel deeply For all those who are confused For all those who feel helpless For all those who are angry For all those who are hiding and are shut down For all tho... more

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Keith Reynolds
Associate Director of Admissions at Western Theological Seminary; doctoral student and pastor
Western Theological Seminary
Episode: New Reality in Belonging - Keith Reynolds No. 111
Michelle Loyd-Paige
Speaker opening the reading session, linked to a Doctor of Ministry cohort
Episode: A New Reality in Belonging - Michelle Loyd-Paige No. 109
Cammy B. Croft Mann
Co-facilitator and participant in the discussion
Episode: A New Reality in Belonging - Michelle Loyd-Paige No. 109
Robert Caldwell
A spiritual leader advocating for the understanding of sacramental nature in community.
Episode: What if our neighbors are the sacrament? Pt. III | Invitation Podcast No. 107

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Josh Banner
Host of The Invitation

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
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    Wow Josh what a very blessed podcast to help us on our spiritual journey. The first issue I listened too was No 38 šŸ™šŸ¼šŸ™šŸ¼šŸ™šŸ¼.

    I thought after losing my 54 year old brother then 51 year old sister 4 months later and then 4 months later losing my dad I would get a break for a while. Then losing our job and moving 4000 kms away from our loved ones on top of that was enough to grow from for a while. Then 3 weeks ago another big trauma and listening to this podcast made me see !!!!

    Thank you for y... more

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    Getbak2love
    Australia6 years ago
  • rest and awaken

    A place for my soul to rest and awaken

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    macwabana
    United States7 years ago
  • Holy Ground

    The Invitation podcast is a warm welcome to step into Holy Ground. Can’t recommend it enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naiyowmee...
    Australia7 years ago
  • Inner journey

    Silence, solitude, prayer. This podcast is literally an invitation to know God and to walk with the One that loves our souls. An invitation to silence, solitude and prayer. Thanks Josh and greetings from Puerto Rico.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Lessther
    United States8 years ago
  • Subscribe and slow down to listen

    Powerful, prayerful, contemplative, and full of Jesus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rustygraves
    United States9 years ago

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A calming, prayerful space that invites reflection and growth.
The format—short practices plus conversations—feels like a retreat you can fit into a busy week.
Listeners find it grounding and restorative for spiritual practice.
Guests and host foster thoughtful conversations that balance worship, justice, and personal story.

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A reflective, spiritually oriented show offering guided prayers, contemplative practices, and conversations that connect personal faith with social justice, belonging, and community healing. Episodes blend readings, meditative exercises, and discussions with guests who explore leadership, inclusion, and the sacramental meaning of everyday relationships. The format often centers on silence, Lectio Divina, and practical steps for integrating contemplation into action, making it a resonant retreat-like experience for listeners seeking depth, renewal, and a clearer sense of purpose.

Noteworthy elements include a consistent emphasis on lament, contemplation as a pathway to justice, and the framing of community and neighborly acts as sacred acts... more

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