Since the birth of the church, there has been a branch of mysticism that has invited believers into deep and complex experiences with the divine. On this episode of the Red Church Door Podcast, Colin shares his recent exploration with the Chris

The Bishop's Wife

May 6th, 2021 48m 17s

On the third season premiere of the Red Church Door podcast, our host Colin Chapman sits down (on Zoom) with Polly Ingraham (https://www.pastorswifeblog.com), author, high school teacher, and wife to an Episcopal Bishop (the Rt. A. Robert Hirsc

God and Generations

Dec 18th, 2020 36m 49s

Do Millennials and Baby Boomers view God differently? Does it matter? This week, Colin speaks with the Rev. Celeste Hemingson and the Rev. Greg Baker about the Baby Boomer and Millennial viewpoints and experiences of God, Jesus, and religion. W

The First People

Dec 2nd, 2020 29m 16s

Did you know that "Columbus Day" now appears on Google calendars listed as a "regional holiday?" Just after Thanksgiving week -- a week fraught with stereotypes of indigenous peoples -- Colin speaks with Bishop Carol Gallagher about the interse

Finding Spiritual Reset

Nov 12th, 2020 35m 3s

In the midst of a global pandemic and fallout from contentious election-season politics what many seek today is a way to find sabbath to spiritually reset.. Today, Colin is speaking with Joan Bowers to explore what a Sabbath can look like for d

Hope Through Honesty

Oct 28th, 2020 32m 17s

With one week before the election, Colin talks to Dr. Susannah Heschel, professor of Jewish Studies and daughter of the great Abraham Joshua Heschel, about the troubling intersection of religion and politics in modern day America, and how this

Is this Normal Yet?

Oct 13th, 2020 29m 33s

This is the second half of our conversation with Jerusalem Greer. Jerusalem is the Staff Officer for Evangelism in the Episcopal Church. On this episode we talk about how the Church is starting to plant seeds in this uncertain soil for the futu

Catching Up

Sep 29th, 2020 26m 56s

Coming back from our summer hiatus, this it the first of two episodes with the wonderful Jerusalem Greer. Jerusalem is the Staff Officer for Evangelism in the Episcopal Church and her joy and energy about where the church is heading, even in th

How Are You Called?

Jun 26th, 2020 47m 55s

The ways in which we are called by Jesus are as varied and unique as we are. In this episode of the Red Church Door Colin explores the many approaches to discerning our relationship with Jesus and our response to God's call. What are the paths

Here for PRIDE

Jun 10th, 2020 39m 38s

June is PRIDE month and in this episode of the Red Church Door Podcast, Colin talks to our very special guest R. Eric Thomas about his experience growing up in, and leaving, the Church, only to find religion again after meeting and marrying his

Pets, Animals, and God's Love

May 20th, 2020 52m 36s

Over 63 million households in the United States own at least one dog, and another 42.7 million households own at least one cat. Today's Red Church Door explores the connections between our humanity and all of God's creatures. What do they bring

God's Garden Planet

May 6th, 2020 45m 48s

We recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of Earth Day -- under circumstances no one could have anticipated. How is our treatment of God's creation a reflection of our beliefs and our faith? Is environmental stewardship a spiritual path and w

There is a Balm in Music

Apr 21st, 2020

Some of most deeply embedded memories of church include the hymns we sung, or the sound of the church choir, organ, or other musical accompaniment. In this music themed episode, we spend all of our time with our guest, Ana Hernandez, as she and

Worship From Home (WFH)

Apr 8th, 2020 1h 1m

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, stay-at-home orders and physical distancing, the work from home phenomenon -- WFH -- has quickly trended into a thing. However, WFH also stands for "worship from home." Many are now worshiping via Zoom,

WFH - Worship From Home

Apr 8th, 2020 1h 2m

Finding Peace During Coronavirus

Mar 24th, 2020 56m 38s

COVID-19 has quickly turned our world upside down -- from work routines and dining out to visiting friends and going to church. It's a time when stress, anxiety, and isolation feels overwhelming for many.This episode explores how faith and our

Cleansing Confession

Mar 10th, 2020 51m 36s

Repentance is a subject that contemporary religion often shies away from. At the same time, there seems to be a natural, human hunger for reflection, recognition of our sins and weaknesses, and repentance. What is the process of repentance? Wha

Racial Healing

Feb 25th, 2020 54m 38s

Race, racial reconciliation, and racial healing are complex, multi-layered topics deeply embedded in our national psyche. Colin asks how our skin color shapes our understanding of God, and explores the impact of race and privilege on our spirit

Getting Messy

Feb 11th, 2020 48m 11s

How can worship be more welcoming and fun -- for all generations? In this episode of the Red Church Door, Colin explores Messy Church: an intergenerational experience for people who are looking for an interactive form of church. People of all a

Dementia

Jan 28th, 2020 44m 44s

In this episode of the Red Church Door Podcast, we explore how a loving relationship with a family member or friend with dementia relies upon, defines, and shapes their, and our, spiritual journey. Colin speaks with the Rev. Colette Bachand-Woo

Deepening Our Spiritual Relationship with God

Jan 14th, 2020 58m 14s

What does it look like when we experience Spiritual Renewal? On today's episode we talk about what renewal looks like in our own lives, and in the church.Our guests today...Tina Pickering, Canon for Ministry Development for the Episcopal Chu

Renewing Our Spiritual Relationship with God

Jan 14th, 2020 58m 14s

What is the Red Church Door Podcast?

Jan 7th, 2020

If you're new to the podcast, this is the place to start! Join our host, Colin Chapman, as we lead conversations with brilliant minds and deep thinkers in order to explore what it means to be on a spiritual journey. Episodes come out on the 2nd

RCD Podcast - Episode 5 - Talking about Revival!

Apr 2nd, 2019

On May 4th, the Diocese of NH will host an Episcopal Revival in the town of Windham, NH. We’re very excited about the upcoming event and have dedicated this week’s Red Church Door podcast to talking about it. This week’s episode welcome three g

RCD Sermon - The Rev. Elsa Worth - The 3rd Sunday in Lent

Mar 26th, 2019

This is your Red Church Door Sermon from Sunday, March 24th 2019 - The 3rd Sunday in Lent - from the Rev. Elsa Worth. This sermon was shared with the people of St. James Episcopal Church in Keene, NH where Elsa serves as Rector.The Lectionary