Come Pray with Me: Recent Episodes
Sarah Walsh
Come Pray with Me is the coffee talk of religious programming. Each episode focuses on different religions from around the world with featured guests. We sit down and discuss their beliefs and how they have impacted their life. Every episode ends in a prayer, so I encourage you to listen in and come pray with me! Come Pray with Me is sponsored by the Washington College department of Philosophy and Religion. The cover art is designed by artist Nyx Kumfermann.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I talk to Marzbeen Jila from the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe, an organization dedicated to serving the Zoroastrian community as well as engaging in interfaith dialogue. She will be sharing more about the history of this organization and the work that they do. To learn more, visit https://www.ztfe.com/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I will be speaking with Ethan Marcus, the managing director of the Sephardic Brotherhood, an organization dedicated to supporting Sephardim. They offer funds for the needy, scholarships, and classes to learn Ladino, the language spoken by Sephardim. Mr. Marcus will be sharing more about the work the organization does, as well as the culture and history of Sephardim. The Sephardim are a Jewish ethnic group whose ancestry traces back to Spain. There is a part of the interview that discusses antisemitism that may be upsetting to some audience members. Listener discretion advised. To learn more, visit https://www.sephardicbrotherhood.com/. This episode was edited by Ashley Trammell.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview fellow podcasters Evan and Jordyn from "A Buddhist and a Christian Walk into a Bar". They will be sharing how they met, their recent wedding, and the similarities between Christianity and Buddhism. "A Buddhist and a Christian Walk into a Bar" can be streamed on Apple podcasts and other major podcast streaming platforms.
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I speak to musician Dovi Halpern on Hashem’s Warrior, a metal core music project that explores his Jewish faith. The music of Hashem’s Warrior can be streamed on Spotify.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview the priests behind "3 Priests Walk in a Bar". We discuss the origins of the show, biblically accurate angels, memes, and the similarities and differences between different sects of Christianity.
"3 Priests Walk in a Bar" can be streamed on Spotify and other major podcast platforms. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5jiyRRiHMe46DLSkTuhbvF?si=fe8faed74aeb46bd
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Rabbi Jessica Lenza. Also known as "The Rebel Rabbi", she will be sharing her faith journey with us and some of the classes and services she offers. To learn more and attend classes, visit https://www.rabbilenza.com/rabbi-lenza.
On this episode of come pray with me I interview Danielle Sato. She will be teaching us about the history and significance of Wakamiya Inari Shrine in Waipahu Hawaii. The shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Inari. Throughout its history spanning over a hundred years, it has played many roles in the Shinto and Japanese American community. You can visit the shrine at the Waipahu Cultural Garden in Waipahu Hawaii. I found the historic Hawaii Foundation and Asian Reflections on the American Landscape: Identifying and Interpreting Asian Heritage by the national park service, helpful when doing research for this episode. The song played at the beginning and end is a kagura dance at the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, Japan. https://youtu.be/CQqp1YOC9wY
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I interview Dr. Gillie Jenkinson. Dr. Jenkinson is a psychotherapist, writer, and activist who has dedicated much of her time and work to helping those who have been impacted by cults. This includes both people who have left cults as well as people in the process of leaving cults, as well as concerned loved ones. She will be going over ways to recognize a cult as well as ways to support people in the process of leaving a cult. This episode contains brief discussion of sexual assault and abusive behavior that may be upsetting to some audience members. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know has been a victim of a cult, help and healing are available. Organizations such as Families Against Cult Teachings, the Family Survival Trust, and Hope Valley Counseling provide resources and aid to those impacted by cults, which I will link below. https://www.familiesagainstcultteachings.org/ https://www.thefamilysurvivaltrust.org/ https://www.hopevalleycounselling.com/
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Yasmin Said of Hijabi Ballers, an organization dedicated to supporting Muslim women and girls in the world of athletics. She will be sharing the history behind the organization as well as how her faith influences her love of sports.
If you are interested in learning more about Hijabi Ballers, visit their website at http://www.hijabiballers.com/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Shehla Faizi from the podcast "I'm a Muslim and That's Ok". She will be sharing her journey in starting her podcast and what she has learned along the way. This episode also discusses approaching various issues from a Muslim perspective, such as addiction and sexual assault. Although these are briefly mentioned, they may be upsetting to some listeners, so discretion is advised. You can stream "I'm a Muslim and That's Ok" on Spotify, iTunes, and other major podcast streaming platforms. Shehla also has a website that can be found here https://www.imamuslimpodcast.com/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Angad Pal Singh from Gurdwara Sikh Sangat Boston. He will be sharing the relationship Sikhi have with Waheguru, how Gurdwaras adapted to COVID-19 regulations, and the meaning behind sacred garbs Sikhi wear, often referred to as "the five k's". One of the major texts of Sikhism is the Guru Granth Sahib, which can be found here for free https://app.gurugranthsahib.io/. This episode features discussion of violent hate crimes and discrimination against Sikhi that may be upsetting to some audience members. Listener discretion is advised. Nonprofits that aid Sikhi who have faced discrimination include United Sikhs and Sikh Coalition, which can be found here. https://unitedsikhs.org/about/ https://www.sikhcoalition.org/. This episode is dedicated to the Sikhi, whose faith and devotion to justice inspired the creation of this podcast. This episode was edited by Ashley Trammell.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Kharla Jean from Wayom Tribe. She is a Vodou priestess who will be explaining what Vodouisants believe and the significance of Vodou in Haitian history. If you would like to learn more about Vodou, Kharla Jean has a Youtube Channel which you can find here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgZ_h2hqFWa1gYxpW8lo_Vg. This episode was edited by Ashley Trammell and contains the song "Ezili Danto" by Valery Tayette.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Uzma Jafri from the podcast "Mommying While Muslim". She will be explaining what Sharia law is and its significance to Muslims, as well as giving advice from the Quran and Hadith to new parents.
You can stream "Mommying While Muslim" on iTunes and other major podcast streaming platforms.
This episode contains brief discussion of Islamophobia that may be upsetting to some audience members. Listener discretion advised.
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I interview Joelle Novey, the director of Interfaith Power and Light. They are dedicated to helping congregations of all faiths go green. To learn more about Interfaith Power and Light and get involved, visit https://ipldmv.org/ This episode was edited by Ashley Trammell.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview performer and educator Amelia Butler. She is the founder of Learn Maori Abroad. She will be sharing how her organization came to be, as well as explaining the importance of Poi and the Haka to Maori Culture.
If you are interested in learning more about Maori language and culture, visit https://www.learnmaoriabroad.com/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I will be interviewing Rabbi Josh Fixler. Rabbi Fixler founded a fictional online museum called "The Golem Museum", which documents the Golem, a creature from Jewish folklore. He will be explaining the history behind the Golem and its appearance in art and media over the years. He will also be talking about the interfaith work he does. The audio for this episode was edited by Ashley Trammell.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Reverend Dr. Jonathan L. Weaver of Greater Mount Nebo African Methodist Episcopal Church. He will be sharing the history of the church and how that influences the community outreach work they do today. He will also be discussing how AME churches have impacted American history and their role in the struggle for equality for African Americans.
To learn more about the church and attend their services, visit https://gmnebo.org/.
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I interview Mark and Bryan from the podcast “The Baptist and the Buddhist”. They are twin brothers who use their show to discuss their faiths. They will be sharing with us what similarities they noticed in their faiths and what inspired them to start their podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-baptist-and-the-buddhist/id1587190431
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I interview writer, educator, and fellow Podcaster Mrs. Hashimi. Mrs. Hashimi has her own show called “Once Upon a Crescent”, which features original stories she has written that explore Muslim values. She will be sharing some behind the scenes information about how her show is made and what inspired her stories. “Once Upon a Crescent” can be streamed on all major podcast providers! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/once-upon-a-crescent-muslim-kids-podcast/id1522412155
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I will be revisiting Tenrikyo with Reverend Michael Yuge. We will be exploring the faith more in depth and learning about Tenrikyo church services.
Tenrikyo is a monotheistic religion with Japanese origins. It was founded by Miki Nakayama, known as Oyasama to her followers. Tenrikyo believes in cultivating a joyous life, eliminating dust on the mind, and deepening their relationship with God the Parent.
To learn more about Tenrikyo, visit https://tenrikyo.com/ and https://tenri.org/church/index.shtml.
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I collaborate with fellow Podcaster Avtar Singh from “The Sikh Coach”. His show focuses on information about the Sikh faith, as well as advice and discussion on current events and social issues. The show can be found here. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sikh-coach/id1493131881. If you would like to learn more about Sikhism, the Guru Granth Sahib is a major holy text of the faith and can be found for free with English translations here. https://igurudwara.com/guru-granth-sahib/. This episode briefly discusses an anti-Sikh hate crime, which may be distressing to some audience members. If you or someone you know has been affected by anti-Sikh hate, the Sikh Coalition provides free legal counsel and other forms of support. https://www.sikhcoalition.org/
In dieser Episode ich lese das Vaterunser auf deutsch. Das Vaterunser ist ein sehr wichtiges Gebet fur Christen. Hier sind die Worte.
Vater unser im Himmel,
geheiligt werde dein Name.
Dein Reich komme.
Dein Wille geschehe,
wie im Himmel so auf Erden.
Unser tägliches Brot gib uns heute.
Und vergib uns unsere Schuld,
wie auch wir vergeben unsern Schuldigern.
Und führe uns nicht in Versuchung,
sondern erlöse uns von dem Bösen.
Amen.”
In this episode I read the "Our Father" in German. The "Our Father" is an important prayer to Christians. Here are the words.
Our Father who art in Heaven
Hallowed be thy name
Thy kingdom come
Thy will be done
On earth as it is in Heaven
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil
For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever
Amen
On this episode I interview Anna Awimbo from Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake. Officially founded in 2013, Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake was created to unite people of faith together to conserve and protect the Chesapeake Bay and wildlife. To learn more about Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake, visit https://www.interfaithchesapeake.org/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Reverend David Lindsey of the Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Washington. The Interfaith Council was founded in 1978 with the goal of uniting different faiths and giving back to the community through anti-poverty programs and an emergency services directory. We will be learning more about the work the council does and ways to get involved. To learn more, visit https://ifcmw.org/. This episode was edited by Ashley “Shadoe” Trammell.
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I interview Rabbi Chuck Feinberg of Interfaith Action for Human Rights. The IAHR was founded in 2006 to bring people of faith together to fight for human rights issues. They are currently focused on rehabilitative justice and ending prolonged isolation in prisons. This interview features discussions of solitary confinement that may be upsetting to some audience members. Listener discretion advised. The song played at the beginning and end is "America the Merciful" by Zealot featuring Uno. To learn more about Interfaith Action for Human Rights, visit https://www.interfaithactionhr.org/.
"Remembered Music" is a poem by Sufi writer and poet Rumi.
’Tis said, the pipe and lute that charm our ears
Derive their melody from rolling spheres;
But Faith, o’erpassing speculation’s bound,
Can see what sweetens every jangled sound.
We, who are parts of Adam, heard with him
The song of angels and of seraphim.
Our memory, though dull and sad, retains
Some echo still of those unearthly strains.
Oh, music is the meat of all who love,
Music uplifts the soul to realms above.
The ashes glow, the latent fires increase:
We listen and are fed with joy and peace.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Dave/D-Ro from Jah Works Radio, a radio program dedicated to reggae music and Rastafari. We will be learning more about the history behind the Rastafari movement and its impact on people today.
Jah Works Radio can be found here https://jahworksradio.com/.
When doing research on this episode I found an article by "The Spiritual Life" to be helpful. It can be found here https://slife.org/rastafari/. Although not all reggae musicians are Rastafari, many are and their music reflects those ideas and values. Reggae music is a great way to learn more about Rastafari and Jamaican culture. The soundtrack for the film "The Harder They Come" is a great introduction to the genre and can be streamed on most music platforms.
This episode was edited by Ashley "Shadoe" Trammell.
"The Drum of Realization" is a poem by Sufi poet and writer Rumi.
The drum of the realization of the promise is beating,
we are sweeping the road to the sky. Your joy is here today, what remains for tomorrow?
The armies of the day have chased the army of the night,
Heaven and earth are filled with purity and light.
Oh! joy for he who has escaped from this world of perfumes and color!
For beyond these colors and these perfumes, these are other colors in the heart and the soul.
Oh! joy for this soul and this heart who have escaped
the earth of water and clay,
Although this water and this clay contain the hearth of the
philosophical stone.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Michael Sabet and Anthony Naimi from the podcast "A Baha'i Conversation". They will be sharing how they became friends and what led to the creation of their show. You can find "A Baha'i Conversation" on iTunes, or wherever you stream your podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-bah%C3%A1%C3%AD-conversation/id1548214764
"Only Breath" is a poem by acclaimed Sufi writer and poet Rumi.
Not Christian or Jew or Muslim, not Hindu
Buddhist, Sufi, or Zen. Not any religion or cultural system. I am not from the East
or the West, not out of the ocean or up from the ground, not natural or ethereal, not
composed of elements at all. I do not exist, am not an entity in this world or in the next,
did not descend from Adam and Eve or any origin story. My place is placeless, a trace
of the traceless. Neither body or soul. I belong to the beloved, have seen the two
worlds as one and that one call to and know, first, last, outer, inner, only that
breath breathing human being.
On this episode of come Pray with me I interview artist, writer, and devotee Luna Eclypse. She will be teaching us about Santa Muerte, a figure from Mexican folk Catholicism. Meaning “saintly death”, Santa Muerte is a shrouded figure with a scythe and a skeleton face, similar to that of the grim reaper. Over the years, Santa Muerte has gained a following across all borders, surpassing cultural differences and ways of life. This has also caused controversy, since she is not viewed as an official saint by the Catholic Church. Today we will be learning of her origins and separating the sensationalized from the truth.
To learn more about Santa Muerte, visit https://www.lunaeclypse.com/?fbclid=IwAR3MUtt4QIf7ObSMkwEoAdQ30EJS92SZu0KgXfn0KcKOF52gilA6_KUPd7Y.
This episode was edited by Ashley "Shadoe" Trammell.
The song in the beginning and end of the episode is "La Santisima Muerte" by Beto Quintanilla.
On this episode of “Come Pray with Me” I interview Ravi Mulukutla of Sri Venkateswara Temple in North Carolina. He will be sharing what Hindus believe as well as the work his temple does. To learn more about Hinduism, visit https://www.svtemplenc.org/.
I have always called "Come Pray with Me" the coffee talk of spiritual programming, and I put my money where my mouth is with this collaboration between the ladies at one of my favorite podcasts, Coffee and Catholics! They will be sharing how their podcast came to be and what it means to be a catholic woman. Coffee and Catholics can be found on Spotify, or wherever you stream your podcasts. You can also access their website here. https://coffeeandcatholics.podbean.com/
For this All Saints Day I wanted to share a prayer called "A Meditation on the Universal Call to Sainthood".
My God, who said “the time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is close at hand. Repent, and believe the Gospel,” You gave me my existence, and revealed even greater blessings in the world to come. Today, Your Church keeps the festival of all Your servants who have already attained that blessed state. And while we should venerate all Your holy servants for what they, having accepted Your grace, have accomplished, we should not forget that with You, anything is possible, even our participation in Your divine life. Let us, by honoring Your saints in Heaven, be not only grateful to You for what You have done in them but to amend our own life and imitate them to reap the same rewards. Amen.
On this All Saint's Day special of "Come Pray with Me" I explore the historic Sedlec Ossuary from the Czech Republic. Nicknamed "The Bone Church", Sedlec Ossuary is a fully functioning Catholic Church decorated in human bones. Their manager, Radka Krejčí, is my guest on the show today. Together we discuss the church's past and how it functions in the modern age. To learn more about Sedlec Ossuary, visit their website at http://www.sedlec.info/. Some of the actions of tourists mentioned during the podcast may be upsetting to some listeners. While Sedlec Ossuary has been treated as an oddity by the media, it is still a sacred place where many go to worship together. They love having visitors and welcome people from all over the world, but please remember to be kind and respectful.
Today I will be sharing Rumi's poem "Our Death is Our Wedding with Eternity". Rumi was a Sufi poet, writer, and philosopher. Sufism is a set of traditions and practices originating from Islam. Many Sufis express their faith through music and art, like the whirling dervishes.
Our death is our wedding with eternity.
What is the secret? “God is One.”
The sunlight splits when entering the windows of the house.
This multiplicity exists in the cluster of grapes;
It is not in the juice made from the grapes.
For he who is living in the Light of God,
The death of the carnal soul is a blessing.
Regarding him, say neither bad nor good,
For he is gone beyond the good and the bad.
Fix your eyes on God and do not talk about what is invisible,
So that he may place another look in your eyes.
It is in the vision of the physical eyes
That no invisible or secret thing exists.
But when the eye is turned toward the Light of God
What thing could remain hidden under such a Light?
Although all lights emanate from the Divine Light
Don’t call all these lights “the Light of God”;
It is the eternal light which is the Light of God,
The ephemeral light is an attribute of the body and the flesh.
…Oh God who gives the grace of vision!
The bird of vision is flying towards You with the wings of desire.
Dedicated to my Uncle Valiant who recently passed from COVID-19.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Venerable Thubten Chonyi from Sravasti Abbey, a coed Buddhist monastery in Washington state that was endorsed by His Holiness the Dalai Lama himself. She will be sharing her faith journey as well as the work Sravasti Abbey does to give back to the community.
This episode was recorded in January of 2021 and contains brief mentions of homelessness, prison, and a terrorist attack that some may find upsetting.
To learn more about them and get involved in their mission, visit https://sravastiabbey.org/.
I recite a Daoist Prayer for Peace by Lao Tsu.
If there is to be peace in the world,
There must be peace in the nations.
If there is to be peace in the nations,
There must be peace in the cities.
If there is to be peace in the cities,
There must be peace between neighbors.
If there is to be peace between neighbors,
There must be peace in the home.
If there is to be peace in the home,
There must be peace in the heart.
Today I will be interviewing Thao Tran from the Cao Dai Foundation. Cao Dai is a relatively new religious movement founded in 1926 in the south of Vietnam. Like the Baha'i, Caodaists believe all religions are connected and have the goal of uniting people of all faiths.
To learn more about Cao Dai, visit https://www.caodaifoundation.org/.
On this episode I recite a poem for the deceased. I hope that by sharing this poem I help you both mourn and celebrate the memory of a loved one. A life has ended, with the passing of a friend, the memories of times, have come to an end, their threads wove the fabric of an earlier day. A life has ended, with the passing of a friend, sunrises and sunsets, bright days and dark nights circled again and again, and gave context to this life, moment after moment, their life was lived each day. A life has ended, with the passing of a friend, lives have been touched by the dear one's journey, laughter, tears, hopes, fears, a life has come to an end memories hold their spirit alive, in my own life. A life has ended, with the passing of a friend, the loss of future moments, that will not be, grateful for moments shared, that nourished me, moments lived, in casual belief, they would never end. A part of me has ended, with the passing of a friend, be they gone from the earthly plane, their spirit soars, to renew again, in Summerland, Heaven or another life. I know not where, but their love remains with me, for in this life, we friends, did share. I miss my friend, but they will always be near, inside of me, inside you, and all who took time to hear, the music of this life so dear, a life now silent, living only in the memory, of those who survive. In honor of Grans. I don't know where you are now, but I hope you know how much I love you and how much you have helped me. Rest in Peace.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Rabbi Bernstein of the Seaside Jewish Community. He will be sharing how different sects of Judaism coexist with each other, as well as the significance of the Yiddish language to Jewish people. If you would like to learn more about the Seaside Jewish Community and attend online courses, visit http://www.seasidejewishcommunity.com/. The Yiddish Book Center provides educational programs as well as events dedicated to the education and preservation of the Yiddish language, and can be found here https://www.yiddishbookcenter.org/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Professor Susan Maneck from Jackson State University. She will be sharing her journey as a Baha'i, as well as explaining how the faith has evolved over the years.
Baha'i is a unique and historically recent monotheistic religion. They believe all faiths are connected and build on each other. We will be learning about the lives of Baha'i prophets, such as Ali Muhammad (also known as The Bab) and Baha'u'llah.
If you would like to learn more about Baha'i, Professor Maneck has a podcast called Baha'i Perspective that can be found here http://www.bahaipodcast.com/archives.asp?pYrID=2009. I also found the video "What is the Baha'i Faith?: An Introduction by Rainn Wilson" to be very helpful and informative while working on this episode. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLSaDVG4yBE
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Reverend Michael Yuge of the Tenri Cultural Institute to discuss Tenrikyo, a monotheistic religion from Japan that was founded in 19th century Japan. It is one of the few religions to have a woman prophet, Miki Nakayama (or Oyasama to her followers). We will explore the roles women have played throughout the years, how song and dance is used to teach lessons, and what it means to live a joyous life.
You can find more information on the Tenri Cultural Institute here https://www.tenri.org/
The comic we discussed on the show can be found here, as well as other information on Tenrikyo https://www.tenrikyo.or.jp/eng/faith/experience-rather-than-information/
Special thanks to Reverend Masahito Kimura for his help in the making of this episode!
On this episode of Come Pray with Me I interview Dr. Handy Inthisan from Wat Thai Temple in Washington DC. We will be discussing what differentiates Theravada Buddhism from other sects as well as the ways it has impacted Thai culture.
To learn more about Theravada Buddhism and attend classes, visit https://www.watthaidc.org/. Dr. Inthisan has his own blog, which can be found here https://handyinthisan.blogspot.com/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Geoffrey Russel of the Ogden Buddhist Temple in Utah. We will be discussing Jodo Shinshu and what differentiates it from other sects of Buddhism.
To learn more about Jodo Shinshu and visit attend distance friendly services, visit http://ogdenbuddhistchurch.org/.
On this episode I interview Imam Chad Earl from the Islamic Center of Maryland. He shares his journey in his conversion to Islam and how it has impacted his life. We also discuss current political events and how they may affect Muslims around the world.
To learn more about Islam and attend classes visit https://www.icomd.org/.
On this episode of Come Pray with Me I team up with Rabbi Jodie Gordon to explore the history of Reform Judaism! Rabbi Gordon also has her own podcast, called OMFG. You can find it here. https://www.omfgpodcast.com/
We go around the world as we discuss how Jewish culture shaped art movements like the Weimar Republic and classic literature. We will also learn about Hevreh of Southern Berkshire and how they create a sense of unity among Jewish people in Massachusetts.
To learn more about Reform Judaism and attend free courses on Hebrew, visit https://www.hevreh.org/.
The song featured in the opening and ending of the episode is "Toda!" by Benny Friedman. You can listen to it in its entirety here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MScVEbVjAVc.
Before there was Islam, Judaism, and Christianity, there was Zoroastrianism. This ancient religion gets its name from the prophet Zoroaster (also referred to as Zarathustra). While it is lesser known, Zoroastrianism is the oldest monotheistic religion in the world. Many historians speculate it was also the first. Today we will be learning about the origins and history of Zoroastrianism with Ervad Kurush Dastur, a Zoroastrian priest from The Zoroastrian Association of Metropolitan Washington Inc.
If you would like to learn more about Zoroastrianism and attend quarantine safe classes, visit https://zamwi.org/.
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I will be interviewing Venerable Losang Dondrub from the Guhyasamaja Center in Washington DC. http://guhyasamaja.org/index.php/teachers/dondrub
He will be sharing his journey to becoming a monk as well as explaining the roles monks play in Buddhism. Venerable Dondrub practices Gelugpa Buddhism, the same sect of Buddhism the Dalai Lama practices. We will learn some of the history behind the Dalai Lama and what his significance is to Buddhists.
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The song played during the intro and outro can be found here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LStBIUEUOrM
Today I interview Jaipat Singh Jain of Siddhachalam in New Jersey. Jainism is often called the big sister of Buddhism because of their similar origin stories and values, with Jainism predating Buddhism by quite a few years. We will learn more about what Jains believe, the story of Mahavira (the founder of Jainism), who the tirthankaras are, and how Jains use prayer in their faith. Jainism is also known for its value of ahimsa, or nonviolence, which inspired famous activists such as Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. We will explore how it influenced so many and ways we can practice it in our everyday life. To learn more about Jainism and attend social distance friendly services, visit https://www.siddhachalam.org/.
Amituofo! Today I am interviewing Shifu Shi Yan Ming, the abbot and founder of USA Shaolin Temple. We will learn about the intercultural history of the temple, how to practice active meditation in our own lives, and how martial arts and Buddhist values coexist together at Shaolin Temple. He will also be explaining the significance of the sutras and the impact they have on Buddhists.
To learn more about Shifu and Shaolin Temple, visit https://usashaolintemple.org/.
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Welcome to "Come Pray with Me"! I’m your host Sarah Walsh. We are an educational program dedicated to starting an interfaith dialogue and promoting unity through understanding. Each episode focuses on different religions from around the world with featured guests. We sit down and discuss their beliefs and how they have impacted their life. Every episode ends in a prayer, so I encourage you to listen in and come pray with me!
Come Pray with Me is sponsored by the Washington College Philosophy and Religion Department. If you would like to be featured on the show to discuss your beliefs e-mail swalsh3@washcoll.edu and we’ll talk! No big whoop!
On today's episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Rabbi Heather Miller from the Women's Rabbinic Network. https://womensrabbinicnetwork.org/WRN-Board She will be sharing her journey to becoming a Rabbi as well as stories of the women who shaped Judaism throughout history. She also has her own podcast on religion called "People Keeping it Sacred", which can be found here https://open.spotify.com/show/6iQiuhjr5YC08YYlkaMJsX?si=t8P3_52IRR-z2y2kkub-6g. If you would like to learn more about Judaism and Rabbi Miller's teachings, visit https://www.lulu.com/shop/rabbi-heather-miller/resoulutions-a-practical-guide-for-self-repair/ebook/product-24225936.html?page=1&pageSize=4 and https://keeping-it-sacred.teachable.com/p/home. The song played at the beginning and end is "I'm a Jew and I'm Proud" by Benny Friedman and can be found here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aii3fDdZnrM. If you enjoy the show and want to help, be sure to leave a review and share it with your friends! Have a blessed day! :)
This is the live version of my interview with Reverend Michael Yuge from the Tenri Institute. It features never before released segments as well as jokes and stories.
To learn more about Tenrikyo and Japanese culture, visit https://www.tenri.org/.
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On this episode I interview Rajanpreet Kaur from the Sikh Coalition, a non-profit that helps aid victims of hate crimes as well as promote awareness and acceptance of different religions. She will be sharing what Sikhs believe, how her job promotes understanding and visibility, and ways you can get involved with the coalition.
Though they were founded by sikhs, the Sikh Coalition is available to help anyone in need of their services. If you would like to learn more about them and their fight for religious freedom, visit www.sikhcoalition.orgfor more information. The Guru Granth Sahib is the major religious text of the Sikhs, and can be found for free online with English translations at www.srigurugranth.org
On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview the ladies of Third Haven Quaker Meeting. We will be discussing how Quaker beliefs contributed to their history of activism and fight against inequality, as well as the ways Quaker teachings have evolved over time. This is the first episode of my podcast to feature women guests.
If you would like to learn more about Quakerism and attend quarantine friendly meetings, visit http://thirdhaven.org/.
Special thanks to the members of the Third Haven Quaker Meeting for their help in the making of this episode!
On this episode I interviewed my friend Eli Hendford to learn more about Wicca, one of the most misunderstood religions. He will be debunking common misconceptions as well as sharing his story of how he converted. We will learn about the Goddess, Maiden, and Crone and how this trio shapes the core beliefs of Wiccans. We will also discuss Wiccan afterlife concepts and how they differ from those of other religions.
Special thanks to Eli for his help in the research and preparation for this episode! I hope you all enjoy! Remember to leave a review and let me know what you thought of it! :)
On this episode of " Come Pray with Me" I will be interviewing Johnathan Duvall from the Ruist Association of America. We will be discussing the role of women in ruism and how it has changed over the years, ruist traditions in the modern age, codes of conduct, and how ruists create their own ideal society here on earth. We use examples of the recent "Karen" phenomena to illustrate ways people can be entitled, selfish, and unkind; then we provide solutions to these problems through the teachings of Confucius.
Join us on this episode as we learn the Confucian solution to the internet's new problems through Robert Duvall's wit and wisdom!
If you would like to learn more about Ruism and read some of Mr. Duvall's writing, visit https://ruistassociation.org/.
Special thanks to the incredible Dr. Bin Song for his help in the creation of this episode!
On today's episode of "Come Pray with me" I will be interviewing Reverend Raymond Sterling from Son Rise Fellowship Ministries in Odenton, Maryland. Reverend Sterling will tell his journey to becoming a reverend, discuss faith in the times of COVID-19, share ways he gives back to his community, and explain what it means to be a non-denominational church.
For more information on Reverend Sterling and Son Rise Fellowship Ministries, visit their website http://www.srfm.church/.
Master Chen clears up common misconceptions about Daoism, shares his journey to America to spread the Daoist message, explains how the movement in Tai Chi relates to Daoist philosophy, gives a Daoist persepective on current political events, and helps us find the Dao that exists within us all.
If you would like to learn more about Daoism visit www.daousa.org for more information. Master Chen’s autobiography “Master Within”, which chronicles his journey to the US and his mission of spreading the Daoist message, is available at www.wudangchen.com