Encountering Silence

Encountering Silence


Latest Episodes

Maisie Sparks: Enjoying God in the Silence
June 09, 2021

A conversation with spiritual director and author Maisie Sparks (Holy Shakespeare, Christmas Quiet).

Encountering a New Silence with Dr. Beverly Lanzetta
May 05, 2021

A conversation with visionary contemplative author Dr. Beverly Lanzetta, author of "A New Silence."

Sophfronia Scott: Silence, the Seeker, and the Monk
April 02, 2021

Sophfronia Scott speaks to Encountering Silence about her latest book, in which she explores her interest in the Trappist monk Thomas Merton.

Barbara Brown Taylor: Silence, Vulnerability, and Love (Part Two)
March 16, 2021

Part Two of Our Episode with New York Times bestselling author Barbara Brown Taylor, author of "When God is Silent" and many other books.

Barbara Brown Taylor: Silence, Vulnerability, and Love (Part One)
March 09, 2021

Part one of our two-part conversation with New York Times bestselling author Barbara Brown Taylor.

Encountering Silence and Contemplating Now
February 25, 2021

In today's episode of Encountering Silence, we visit co-host Cassidy Hall's new podcast, Contemplating Now: A Podcast Exploring the Intersection of Contemplation and Social Justice. Join us as we list

Silence in Sound: A Collection of Ambient Field Recordings
February 16, 2021

A collection of ambient field recordings from birds to surf to wind. Listen to how subtle nature is, and listen for the silence in the sound.

Sarah Griffith Lund: Silence, Marriage and Mental Health (Part Two)
February 03, 2021

The conclusion of our conversation with Pastor Sarah Griffith Lund.

Sarah Griffith Lund: Silence, Marriage and Mental Heath (Part One)
January 26, 2021

Pastor and mental health advocate Sarah Griffith Lund returns to Encountering Silence.

Patrick Shen: Silence and the Dawn Chorus
January 12, 2021

Our good friend Patrick Shen returns to tell us about his latest project, "The Dawn Chorus."