CommunionArts

Join us as we explore artistry, theology and culture and how these elements of life commune together shaping who we are. We speak with people from varying vocations, traditions and experiences, exploring their unique perspectives and how they might inform our own. This podcast is a project of CommunionArts, an organization that exists to equip churches with training and creative resources and empowers artists to create fulfilling works that enrich their communities. Visit CommunionArts.org to learn more.

Episode 19 with Eric Schumacher 01/27/2020

Episode 19 with Eric Schumacher In episode 19, Blake sits down with Eric Schumacher, shepherd, songwriter, and storyteller to discuss songwriting, ministry, and his new book with Elyse Fitzpatrick, Worthy: Celebrating the Value of Women. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/12906332

Episode 18 with LOSO 11/21/2019

Episode 18 with LOSO In episode 18 I sit down with battle rapper and international recording artist LOSO. We discuss his journey to rap, his creative process, and how his faith influences his art. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/12120659

Episode 17 with Daniel Emery Price and Pastor Erick Sorensen 06/11/2019

Episode 17 with Daniel Emery Price and Pastor Erick Sorensen In episode 17 I sit down with Daniel Emery Price who is a writer, podcaster, speaker, and the Director of Christ Hold Fast and his frequent collaborator, author, podcaster, and speaker Pastor Erick Sorensen. We discuss their collaborative process, their most recent book Scandalous Stories: A Sort of Commentary on Parables and their forthcoming book, Miracles: A Sort of Commentary on Miracles. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/10124739

Episode 16 with Debi Winrich 05/09/2019

Episode 16 with Debi Winrich In episode 16 I sit down with former worship leader and podcast host Debi Winrich. We discuss her transition from worship leader at a non denominational church into a liturgical Lutheran church, her podcast the Soul of Christianity, and the concept of vocation. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/9712133

Episode 15 with David Zahl 04/05/2019

Episode 15 with David Zahl In Episode 15 I sit down with author and speaker, David Zahl. We discuss his new book Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, And Romance Became Our New Religion And What To Do About It, his writing process, and his ministry with Mockingbird. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/9284357

Episode 14 with Chad Bird 03/28/2019

Episode 14 with Chad Bird In Episode 14 I sit down with theologian, author, and speaker Chad Bird. We discuss the writing process, routines that have helped him foster his writing skills, the importance of creating honest art, and his new book . To learn more about Chad and his work you can visit him at , follow him on , or explore some of his work on the Old Testament through the podcast and . THE GUEST SUGGESTS /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/9180308

Episode 13 with Mel Smith and Karen Weber of Storymakers 03/18/2019

Episode 13 with Mel Smith and Karen Weber of Storymakers In episode 13 I sit down with two members of the Storymakers team: Mel Smith, creative director and founder and Karen Weber, art director and designer. We discuss, the journey to the creation of Storymakers, the design process and art that inspires. If you’d like to learn more about Storymakers or explore one of the Sparks, visit them at and follow them on . Storytellers that have inspired: The Guest Suggests: Take a class, try something new, explore the old and new, Go Play! Also mentioned during this podcast: Music in this episode is from Matt Veligdan, composed for . To learn more about CommunionArts or to support us with a tax deductible donation, visit /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/9046553

Episode 12 with Sherri Littlefield 01/08/2019

Episode 12 with Sherri Littlefield In episode 12 I sit down with gallery director, photographer, art educator and curator Sherri Littlefield. We discuss the process of curation and how that might be applied to the preparation of a worship service. If you’d like to learn more about Sherri and her work, you can visit SherriLittlefield.com. You can also see the work from Treat Gallery’s, Treat American Project at two separate exhibitions in New York City featuring work from Brenton Little, Bubblegum & Whiskey, and 48 other fantastic artists /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8729981

Episode 11 with David Gungor 12/13/2018

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Episode 10 with Dr. Dan Van Voorhis 07/26/2018

Episode 10 with Dr. Dan Van Voorhis In episode 10 I sit down with writer, historian, and storyteller Dr. Dan van Voorhis. We discuss his books Monsters and Johann Arndt: A Prophet of Lutheran Pietism as well as his creative process. If you want to learn more about Dan you can visit his website DanvanVoorhis.com, 1517legacy.com, follow him on twitter @dan_vanvoorhis , or tune into his podcast Virtue in the Wasteland. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8729990

Episode 9 with Kip Fox 06/21/2018

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Episode 8 with Doug and Kelsi Klembara 01/31/2018

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Episode 7 With Micah Bournes 12/04/2017

Episode 7 With Micah Bournes In episode 7 I sit down with hip hop, blues and spoken word artist, Micah Bournes. We talk about his creative influences, his process and his journey as an artist across genres. Micah's art will challenge, encourage, and inspire you. To learn more about Micah visit his website MicahBournes.com. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8729999

Episode 6 with Ed Gungor 09/12/2017

Episode 6 with Ed Gungor In episode 6 I sit down with Ed Gungor as we speak about his journey through ministry and his re-discovery of liturgy and how it can be applied to the church of today. Ed has walked through this discovery with several other church leaders through an annual gathering called PRAXIS, and joined together with other church leaders and those desiring to explore the monastic life, forming the Order of St. Anthony. Ed is one of the most thoughtful people I know, and I think you will find the conversation thought p /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8730002

Episode 5 with Raleigh Sadler 07/20/2017

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Episode 4 with Ben Grace 11/18/2016

Episode 4 with Ben Grace In episode 4 I sit down with songwriter, worship leader and curator of The Calendar Years, Ben Grace. We talk songwriting, liturgy and the role the church calendar plays on the music he makes. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8730008

Episode 3 with Heather Choate Davis 10/11/2016

Episode 3 with Heather Choate Davis In episode 3 I speak with author, speaker and liturgist Heather Choate Davis. We chat about rest, creative process and spiritual practices. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8730014

Episode 2 with Eric Marshall 09/05/2016

Episode 2 with Eric Marshall In this episode, I sit down with Eric Marshall, frontman of Young Oceans and The Last Royals. We talk songwriting, liturgy and literature. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8730017

Episode 1 with Josh Woodrow 08/03/2016

Episode 1 with Josh Woodrow In our first CommunionArts podcast we sit down with Josh Woodrow to talk liturgy, racial reconciliation and his use of rap music in worship. /episode/index/show/communionarts/id/8730020

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