<![CDATA[Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry with Rev. Jules Taylor]]>30dc4bfb-e26f-5173-a758-eeb621c52baaWed, 08 Apr 2026 20:04:03 +0000Captivate.fmMeadville Lombard Theological Schoolhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/31622e94-ed36-457e-bd34-05f1be3ea041/TzgyBWqAtZzgl4FCo8vmKHUQ.pngMany Windows: Conversations on Ministry with Rev. Jules TaylorMeadville Lombard Theological SchoolMeadville Lombard Theological SchoolRev. Jules Taylor, Senior Director of Contextual Ministry at Meadville Lombard Theological School, talks with experts on aspects of various ministries.https://many-windows.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastCreativity in Liturgy - guest Rev. Dr. Adam RobersmithCreativity in Liturgy - guest Rev. Dr. Adam RobersmithAfter a long hiatus, Many Windows returns with a wonderful guest, Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith! I am grateful to start season 5 with a rich conversation on creativity and performance in liturgy.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Taylor, D. (2015). Performance. Duke University Press Books.

Marshall, Lorna. (2001). The Body Speaks. St. Marten’s Griffin.

Stephenson, Barry. (2015). Ritual: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press.

Concannon, H. & Palm, A. (2024). Blessing It All: Rituals for Transition and Transformation. Skinner House Press.

Stringer, Kafi, and Teague (2025.) Imani Rituals: Nurturing African Spiritual Heritage. Skinner House Press.

Articles by Josette Féral

Féral, J. (1982). Performance and Theatricality: The Subject Demystified (T. Lyons, Trans.). Modern Drama, 25(1), 170–181. https://doi.org/10.1353/mdr.1982.0036

Féral, J. (2002). Theatricality: The Specificity of Theatrical Language (R. P. Bermingham, Trans.). SubStance, 31(2/3), 94. https://doi.org/10.2307/3685480

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The Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith can be found at www.adamrobersmith.com

The Universalist Church of West Hartford, CT: https://www.westhartforduu.org

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Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>After a long hiatus, Many Windows returns with a wonderful guest, Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith! I am grateful to start season 5 with a rich conversation on creativity and performance in liturgy.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Taylor, D. (2015). Performance. Duke University Press Books.

Marshall, Lorna. (2001). The Body Speaks. St. Marten’s Griffin.

Stephenson, Barry. (2015). Ritual: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press.

Concannon, H. & Palm, A. (2024). Blessing It All: Rituals for Transition and Transformation. Skinner House Press.

Stringer, Kafi, and Teague (2025.) Imani Rituals: Nurturing African Spiritual Heritage. Skinner House Press.

Articles by Josette Féral

Féral, J. (1982). Performance and Theatricality: The Subject Demystified (T. Lyons, Trans.). Modern Drama, 25(1), 170–181. https://doi.org/10.1353/mdr.1982.0036

Féral, J. (2002). Theatricality: The Specificity of Theatrical Language (R. P. Bermingham, Trans.). SubStance, 31(2/3), 94. https://doi.org/10.2307/3685480

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The Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith can be found at www.adamrobersmith.com

The Universalist Church of West Hartford, CT: https://www.westhartforduu.org

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Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>630a2380-6296-4e2a-bb31-54d15b688dc1Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:20:00 -050043:07falsefull5115Relational Not Numerical - MFC Decision Categories: The New MFC Paradigm SeriesRelational Not Numerical - MFC Decision Categories: The New MFC Paradigm SeriesBig episode today, an important conversation about the three decision categories candidates can receive after their MFC interview. My guests are the current panel chairs for the UUA’s Ministerial Fellowship Committee: Alison Aguilar Lopez Gutierrez McLeod, Michael Tino, and Beth Norton. You will not want to miss this conversation.

*Notes from the episode*

MFC Decision Categories

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MfKquIrM4YuKg6Vx6VGA3PU0p8TiKR1GC9f1lBEIWus/edit#heading=h.qpmsv28d2rmv

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Big episode today, an important conversation about the three decision categories candidates can receive after their MFC interview. My guests are the current panel chairs for the UUA’s Ministerial Fellowship Committee: Alison Aguilar Lopez Gutierrez McLeod, Michael Tino, and Beth Norton. You will not want to miss this conversation.

*Notes from the episode*

MFC Decision Categories

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MfKquIrM4YuKg6Vx6VGA3PU0p8TiKR1GC9f1lBEIWus/edit#heading=h.qpmsv28d2rmv

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>b6e04d91-7662-4d42-a6a0-8486c33ae3a1Wed, 18 Sep 2024 21:20:00 -050045:46falsefull4334Competencies in Ministry: The New MFC Paradigm SeriesCompetencies in Ministry: The New MFC Paradigm SeriesWelcome to Many Windows! This episode continues the New MFC Paradigm series. My guest is the Rev. Amanda Poppei, co-chair of the UUA’s Ministerial Fellowship Committee (MFC). We’re discussing the areas of ministerial competence, and the addition or re-addition, of a competency in theology.

*Notes from the episode*

MFC Requirements Appendix - Areas of Competence found here

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tW27RJcYIe7lmCglSGKP6guJ6BZ2Ka51t5v9pWypRH8/edit#heading=h.ez6vyw58uykp

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Welcome to Many Windows! This episode continues the New MFC Paradigm series. My guest is the Rev. Amanda Poppei, co-chair of the UUA’s Ministerial Fellowship Committee (MFC). We’re discussing the areas of ministerial competence, and the addition or re-addition, of a competency in theology.

*Notes from the episode*

MFC Requirements Appendix - Areas of Competence found here

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tW27RJcYIe7lmCglSGKP6guJ6BZ2Ka51t5v9pWypRH8/edit#heading=h.ez6vyw58uykp

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>b2f108d5-5f25-48f3-a665-0a791bc2bd18Wed, 04 Sep 2024 12:10:00 -050038:23falsefull4224A Move to Educational Resources: The New MFC Paradigm SeriesA Move to Educational Resources: The New MFC Paradigm SeriesWelcome to Season 4 of Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry!

My guest for this episode is the Rev. Dr. Michael Tino, executive committee member and “Transformation Shephard” of the UUA’s Ministerial Fellowship Committee (MFC). Our topic is the new shift from the old MFC Required Reading list to the NEW Educational Resources paradigm.

This is my first conversation in a series - "The New MFC Paradigm." More episodes on related content to follow.

*Notes from the episode*

 MFC Requirements Appendix https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tW27RJcYIe7lmCglSGKP6guJ6BZ2Ka51t5v9pWypRH8/edit

MFC Sample Resource Lists

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mOuT9e8y1gU9ZUGYQT64CozyAZMPJ6H4pq0tjhakGE4/edit

Rev. JeKaren Olaoya's beautiful and powerful pastoral response to anti-trans/GNB rhetoric during GA can be found about 3:20:41 into this video. https://www.uua.org/ga/off-site/2024/business/iii

If you want to see the entire session on the business resolution "Embracing Transgender, NonBinary, and Intersex People is a Fundamental Expression of UU Religious Values" it begins at 2:45:30 of the same video.

Note: This business resolution passed overwhelmingly with over 91% of the vote.

https://discuss.uua.org/t/amended-uua-business-resolution-embracing-transgender-nonbinary-and-intersex-people-is-a-fundamental-expression-of-uu-religious-values/1481

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on

Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music

is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Welcome to Season 4 of Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry!

My guest for this episode is the Rev. Dr. Michael Tino, executive committee member and “Transformation Shephard” of the UUA’s Ministerial Fellowship Committee (MFC). Our topic is the new shift from the old MFC Required Reading list to the NEW Educational Resources paradigm.

This is my first conversation in a series - "The New MFC Paradigm." More episodes on related content to follow.

*Notes from the episode*

 MFC Requirements Appendix https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tW27RJcYIe7lmCglSGKP6guJ6BZ2Ka51t5v9pWypRH8/edit

MFC Sample Resource Lists

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mOuT9e8y1gU9ZUGYQT64CozyAZMPJ6H4pq0tjhakGE4/edit

Rev. JeKaren Olaoya's beautiful and powerful pastoral response to anti-trans/GNB rhetoric during GA can be found about 3:20:41 into this video. https://www.uua.org/ga/off-site/2024/business/iii

If you want to see the entire session on the business resolution "Embracing Transgender, NonBinary, and Intersex People is a Fundamental Expression of UU Religious Values" it begins at 2:45:30 of the same video.

Note: This business resolution passed overwhelmingly with over 91% of the vote.

https://discuss.uua.org/t/amended-uua-business-resolution-embracing-transgender-nonbinary-and-intersex-people-is-a-fundamental-expression-of-uu-religious-values/1481

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on

Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music

is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>06221a9b-6983-47ac-a6e8-758883e2291aMon, 12 Aug 2024 16:45:00 -050036:32falsefull4114Meet the Ministerial Credentialing Director - Rev. Darrick JacksonMeet the Ministerial Credentialing Director - Rev. Darrick JacksonWelcome Rev. Darrick Jackson, the UUA’s new Ministerial Credentialing Director! If that name seems familiar, Darrick has just come from the executive team at the UU Minister’s Association. Same person, new job. I spent a few minutes talking with Darrick about his new role.

Resources from the episode:

https://www.uua.org/offices/staff/mfd/credentialing

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Welcome Rev. Darrick Jackson, the UUA’s new Ministerial Credentialing Director! If that name seems familiar, Darrick has just come from the executive team at the UU Minister’s Association. Same person, new job. I spent a few minutes talking with Darrick about his new role.

Resources from the episode:

https://www.uua.org/offices/staff/mfd/credentialing

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>abceee66-0b06-488e-8040-bc72ccd772bdTue, 21 May 2024 11:45:00 -050014:58falsefull3993Generative AI in Theological Education - guest: Dr. John DechantGenerative AI in Theological Education - guest: Dr. John DechantGenerative AI (Artificial Intelligence) is a technology not entirely new, but a hot topic in a number of ways. My guest today is John Dechant, PhD, Director of the Whiggin Library and Archives here at Meadville; we are talking about generative AI and how we are engaging with this technology in theological education.

Resources from the episode:

ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/

Jenni (the AI text generator that that can include citations if you have a paid account): https://www.jenni.ai

Some free AI Detectors:

GPTZero: https://gptzero.me/

Writer.com's AI Content Detector: https://writer.com/ai-content-detector/

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) is a technology not entirely new, but a hot topic in a number of ways. My guest today is John Dechant, PhD, Director of the Whiggin Library and Archives here at Meadville; we are talking about generative AI and how we are engaging with this technology in theological education.

Resources from the episode:

ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/

Jenni (the AI text generator that that can include citations if you have a paid account): https://www.jenni.ai

Some free AI Detectors:

GPTZero: https://gptzero.me/

Writer.com's AI Content Detector: https://writer.com/ai-content-detector/

Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>a8a89c7b-fbb5-4fe0-8ea4-e9988378a48dThu, 18 Jan 2024 14:45:00 -050038:52falsefull3883Ministerial Formation Network with Rev. Michelle FavreaultMinisterial Formation Network with Rev. Michelle FavreaultFor Unitarian Universalist aspirants and candidates the Ministerial Formation Network (or MFN) is a source of vocational support, spiritual engagement, practical information, and collegial care. The MFN is a collaborative project of the UUMA and UUA, with the goal of supporting every aspirant and candidate in their process. My guest today is the Rev. Michelle Favreault, manager of the Ministerial Formation Network.

Notes from the episode:

UUMA Membership: https://uuma.org/join/

MFN (Ministerial Formation Network): https://uuma.org/collegiality/mfn/

MFN Retreats: https://uuma.org/collegiality/mfn-retreat-dates-and-information/

MFN Fall 2023 Offerings (including Seminarian Wellspring information): https://uuma.org/latest-news/fall-mfn-program-offerings/

Contact Rev. Michelle Favreault: favreault (at) uuma (dot) org

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>For Unitarian Universalist aspirants and candidates the Ministerial Formation Network (or MFN) is a source of vocational support, spiritual engagement, practical information, and collegial care. The MFN is a collaborative project of the UUMA and UUA, with the goal of supporting every aspirant and candidate in their process. My guest today is the Rev. Michelle Favreault, manager of the Ministerial Formation Network.

Notes from the episode:

UUMA Membership: https://uuma.org/join/

MFN (Ministerial Formation Network): https://uuma.org/collegiality/mfn/

MFN Retreats: https://uuma.org/collegiality/mfn-retreat-dates-and-information/

MFN Fall 2023 Offerings (including Seminarian Wellspring information): https://uuma.org/latest-news/fall-mfn-program-offerings/

Contact Rev. Michelle Favreault: favreault (at) uuma (dot) org

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>4e9245a6-a925-483b-b66e-097e2d12001fMon, 23 Oct 2023 17:45:00 -050035:40falsefull3773Volunteers in Uniform - Civil Air Patrol: Military Chaplaincy SeriesVolunteers in Uniform - Civil Air Patrol: Military Chaplaincy SeriesEver wondered about what it would be like to be in the military part-time? It is possible to have a civilian ministry and be a military chaplain. This episode covers the rich opportunities as well as the challenges of this dual-role-vocation in the reserves and national guard.

Today's conversation is with three CAP chaplains

Notes from the episode:

Civil Air Patrol Chaplain Corps: https://capchaplain.com/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Ever wondered about what it would be like to be in the military part-time? It is possible to have a civilian ministry and be a military chaplain. This episode covers the rich opportunities as well as the challenges of this dual-role-vocation in the reserves and national guard.

Today's conversation is with three CAP chaplains

Notes from the episode:

Civil Air Patrol Chaplain Corps: https://capchaplain.com/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>12f8f894-ea28-494a-87de-cf5ce3132e9fWed, 04 Oct 2023 18:00:00 -050036:13falsefull3663Blending Uniforms with Civilian Stoles - Reserve & National Guard Chaplains: Military Chaplaincy SeriesBlending Uniforms with Civilian Stoles - Reserve & National Guard Chaplains: Military Chaplaincy SeriesEver wondered about what it would be like to be in the military part-time? It is possible to have a civilian ministry and be a military chaplain. This episode covers the rich opportunities as well as the challenges of this dual-role-vocation in the reserves and national guard.

My guest is Chap (MAJ) David Pyle, US Army Reserve.  Chaplain Pyle is the Deputy Command Chaplain of the US Army Reserve Sustainment Command, based out of Birmingham, Alabama.  His civilian ministry is as the Regional Lead for the MidAmerica Region of the Unitarian Universalist Association. 

Since we’re talking the reserve components, Jules shifts from interviewer to conversation partner speaking as a chaplain serving in the New York Air National Guard.

Notes from the episode:

Link to Army Chaplain recruitment: https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/specialty-careers/chaplain.html

Scroll about halfway to find sections on the Army Reserves and the Chaplain Candidate Program (CCP)

Link to Air Force chaplain website: https://www.airforce.com/careers/specialty-careers/chaplain

Link to information on Air Force Reserves and Chaplain Candidate program: https://www.afrc.af.mil/About-Us/Chaplain/

Scroll about halfway to find a short blurb on the Chaplain Candidate program.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Ever wondered about what it would be like to be in the military part-time? It is possible to have a civilian ministry and be a military chaplain. This episode covers the rich opportunities as well as the challenges of this dual-role-vocation in the reserves and national guard.

My guest is Chap (MAJ) David Pyle, US Army Reserve.  Chaplain Pyle is the Deputy Command Chaplain of the US Army Reserve Sustainment Command, based out of Birmingham, Alabama.  His civilian ministry is as the Regional Lead for the MidAmerica Region of the Unitarian Universalist Association. 

Since we’re talking the reserve components, Jules shifts from interviewer to conversation partner speaking as a chaplain serving in the New York Air National Guard.

Notes from the episode:

Link to Army Chaplain recruitment: https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/specialty-careers/chaplain.html

Scroll about halfway to find sections on the Army Reserves and the Chaplain Candidate Program (CCP)

Link to Air Force chaplain website: https://www.airforce.com/careers/specialty-careers/chaplain

Link to information on Air Force Reserves and Chaplain Candidate program: https://www.afrc.af.mil/About-Us/Chaplain/

Scroll about halfway to find a short blurb on the Chaplain Candidate program.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>01db523a-780e-4ed5-a7d9-86c3fb088aedWed, 20 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -050045:09falsefull3553Air Force Chaplains Go Into the Wild Blue Yonder: Military Chaplaincy SeriesAir Force Chaplains Go Into the Wild Blue Yonder: Military Chaplaincy SeriesWho takes care of the Blue? Air Force chaplains covering both the Air and Space Force!

Today's guest is Chaplain (Capt) Anthony Jenkins, active duty Air Force. Chap Jenkins has the somewhat unique experience of having been prior enlisted before becoming a chaplain; in addition, he has served both in the Air Force and the Army.

Notes from the episode:

Link to Air Force chaplain website: https://www.airforce.com/careers/specialty-careers/chaplain

Link to information on Air Force Reserves and Chaplain Candidate program: https://www.afrc.af.mil/About-Us/Chaplain/

Scroll about halfway to find a short blurb on the Chaplain Candidate program.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Who takes care of the Blue? Air Force chaplains covering both the Air and Space Force!

Today's guest is Chaplain (Capt) Anthony Jenkins, active duty Air Force. Chap Jenkins has the somewhat unique experience of having been prior enlisted before becoming a chaplain; in addition, he has served both in the Air Force and the Army.

Notes from the episode:

Link to Air Force chaplain website: https://www.airforce.com/careers/specialty-careers/chaplain

Link to information on Air Force Reserves and Chaplain Candidate program: https://www.afrc.af.mil/About-Us/Chaplain/

Scroll about halfway to find a short blurb on the Chaplain Candidate program.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>95df0542-cafc-44b3-90b1-bee5ff0e9ad1Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:15:00 -050035:19falsefull3443You're In the Army Chaplain Corps Now: Military Chaplaincy SeriesYou're In the Army Chaplain Corps Now: Military Chaplaincy SeriesFather Mulcahy from MASH your image of an Army chaplain? The Army Chaplain Corps has evolved a lot in exciting ways since that time. My guest is Chaplain (Cpt.) Sarah Caine, active duty Army. Sarah has been on a winding path to get to where she is now and I’m interested to learn about some unique opportunities Army Chaplain Corps has to offer.

Note: the process for becoming an Army chaplain as described in the episode is accurate as of May 2023. Contact a recruiter for current requirements and process.

*Notes from the episode:*

Link to Army Chaplain recruitment: https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/specialty-careers/chaplain.html

Scroll about halfway to find a short blurb on the Chaplain Candidate Program (CCP)

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Father Mulcahy from MASH your image of an Army chaplain? The Army Chaplain Corps has evolved a lot in exciting ways since that time. My guest is Chaplain (Cpt.) Sarah Caine, active duty Army. Sarah has been on a winding path to get to where she is now and I’m interested to learn about some unique opportunities Army Chaplain Corps has to offer.

Note: the process for becoming an Army chaplain as described in the episode is accurate as of May 2023. Contact a recruiter for current requirements and process.

*Notes from the episode:*

Link to Army Chaplain recruitment: https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/specialty-careers/chaplain.html

Scroll about halfway to find a short blurb on the Chaplain Candidate Program (CCP)

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>6dc59dc6-538f-4fd9-9dfb-be03ae1268b4Fri, 08 Sep 2023 17:15:00 -050037:49falsefull3333In the Navy Chaplain Corps: Military Chaplaincy SeriesIn the Navy Chaplain Corps: Military Chaplaincy SeriesDid you know that Navy chaplains serve the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard? (They also can be found on aircraft and land....not just the water!) Today’s guest, Chaplain Lieutenant Robin Stillwater, is going to give us all the details on this amazing ministry. Chaplain Stillwater is an active duty Navy chaplain, currently serving with the Navy.

Note: the process for becoming a Navy chaplain as described in the episode is accurate as of April 2023. Contact a recruiter for current requirements and process.

Notes from the episode:

Link to the latest on becoming a Navy chaplain: https://www.navy.com/careers/navy-chaplain

For information on the short program at Great Lakes Chap Stillwater mentioned: 636-222-1164

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Did you know that Navy chaplains serve the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard? (They also can be found on aircraft and land....not just the water!) Today’s guest, Chaplain Lieutenant Robin Stillwater, is going to give us all the details on this amazing ministry. Chaplain Stillwater is an active duty Navy chaplain, currently serving with the Navy.

Note: the process for becoming a Navy chaplain as described in the episode is accurate as of April 2023. Contact a recruiter for current requirements and process.

Notes from the episode:

Link to the latest on becoming a Navy chaplain: https://www.navy.com/careers/navy-chaplain

For information on the short program at Great Lakes Chap Stillwater mentioned: 636-222-1164

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>0a55eefa-c668-478a-8ced-a5e1aa50a0ecFri, 08 Sep 2023 17:00:00 -050050:49falsefull3223Ecclesiastical Endorsement for Federal Ministries: Military Chaplain SeriesEcclesiastical Endorsement for Federal Ministries: Military Chaplain SeriesSeason 3 begins with a series of podcasts on military chaplaincy. In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Rev. Dr. Sarah Lammert, Ministry and Faith Development co-director and Ecclesiastical Endorser at the Unitarian Universalist Association. 

What is an ecclesiastical endorsement? Many professional work and volunteer environments require endorsement from a denomination or faith group affirming that a member is in good standing and qualified for that ministry. Chaplains who work in federal systems: military, veteran’s administration, and federal prisons all require ecclesiastical endorsement.  

Rev. Lammert brings great information on chaplaincy not only in the military but also at the Veteran’s Administration (VA), the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and auxiliary military chaplaincy with the Civil Air Patrol and Coast Guard Auxiliary. 

Notes from the episode:

Dept of Defense Endorsers list:    https://prhome.defense.gov/M-RA/MPP/AFCB/Endorsements/

Information on ecclesiastical endorsement from the UUA: https://www.uua.org/careers/ministers/military

UU Military Ministry at Great Lakes https://uummgl.org/  Fantastic organization that brings UU worship services each week to trainees attending the Navy's Recruit Training Command (boot camp) at Naval Station Great Lakes.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Season 3 begins with a series of podcasts on military chaplaincy. In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Rev. Dr. Sarah Lammert, Ministry and Faith Development co-director and Ecclesiastical Endorser at the Unitarian Universalist Association. 

What is an ecclesiastical endorsement? Many professional work and volunteer environments require endorsement from a denomination or faith group affirming that a member is in good standing and qualified for that ministry. Chaplains who work in federal systems: military, veteran’s administration, and federal prisons all require ecclesiastical endorsement.  

Rev. Lammert brings great information on chaplaincy not only in the military but also at the Veteran’s Administration (VA), the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and auxiliary military chaplaincy with the Civil Air Patrol and Coast Guard Auxiliary. 

Notes from the episode:

Dept of Defense Endorsers list:    https://prhome.defense.gov/M-RA/MPP/AFCB/Endorsements/

Information on ecclesiastical endorsement from the UUA: https://www.uua.org/careers/ministers/military

UU Military Ministry at Great Lakes https://uummgl.org/  Fantastic organization that brings UU worship services each week to trainees attending the Navy's Recruit Training Command (boot camp) at Naval Station Great Lakes.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>893f1665-8ca3-42c9-a0af-bf395cec72fbFri, 08 Sep 2023 16:30:00 -050036:35falsefull3113Growth Calls: lifelong learning at Meadville LombardGrowth Calls: lifelong learning at Meadville LombardIn this episode I have the honor to speak with Dr. Kate Lassiter, Senior Director of Lifelong Learning at Meadville Lombard Theological School. Our conversation focus is the Leadership Institute for Growth, Healing and Transformation or LIGHT and it’s programming for Fall 2022.

Highlighted programs:


LIGHT main page  https://www.meadville.edu/light/

LIGHT Fall 2022 Programs 

https://www.meadville.edu/light/fall-2022-programs/

Beloved Conversations https://www.meadville.edu/light/fahs-collaborative/beloved-conversations/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>In this episode I have the honor to speak with Dr. Kate Lassiter, Senior Director of Lifelong Learning at Meadville Lombard Theological School. Our conversation focus is the Leadership Institute for Growth, Healing and Transformation or LIGHT and it’s programming for Fall 2022.

Highlighted programs:


LIGHT main page  https://www.meadville.edu/light/

LIGHT Fall 2022 Programs 

https://www.meadville.edu/light/fall-2022-programs/

Beloved Conversations https://www.meadville.edu/light/fahs-collaborative/beloved-conversations/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>4ede03b8-fe8d-44f4-b046-bf875ebb0098Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:15:00 -050020:13falsefull2332Dr. Kate Lassiter is my guest in a conversation on the Fall 2022 programming at the Leadership Institute for Growth, Healing, and Transformation (LIGHT).Spiritual Direction: a tether to the divineSpiritual Direction: a tether to the divineHave you heard the term Spiritual Direction but were not exactly sure what it is or how it might be different from therapy or pastoral care? My guest today is the Rev. Tandi Rogers, phenomenal minister, religious educator, coach, and spiritual director. Rev Tandi is the Director of the new program Spiritual Direction, Formation and Certification here at Meadville Lombard's Leadership Institute for Growth, Healing and Transformation (LIGHT).

Tandi’s Meadville Lombard interview about Spiritual Direction https://www.meadville.edu/ml-commons/details/rev-tandi-rogers-ministry-and-spiritual-direction/

Meadville Lombard's Spiritual Direction, Formation and Certification program https://www.meadville.edu/light/fall-2022-programs/

Spiritual Direction Int’l ; find a spiritual director  https://www.sdicompanions.org/find-a-spiritual-director-companion/

UU Spiritual Direction Network   https://www.uusdn.org/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Have you heard the term Spiritual Direction but were not exactly sure what it is or how it might be different from therapy or pastoral care? My guest today is the Rev. Tandi Rogers, phenomenal minister, religious educator, coach, and spiritual director. Rev Tandi is the Director of the new program Spiritual Direction, Formation and Certification here at Meadville Lombard's Leadership Institute for Growth, Healing and Transformation (LIGHT).

Tandi’s Meadville Lombard interview about Spiritual Direction https://www.meadville.edu/ml-commons/details/rev-tandi-rogers-ministry-and-spiritual-direction/

Meadville Lombard's Spiritual Direction, Formation and Certification program https://www.meadville.edu/light/fall-2022-programs/

Spiritual Direction Int’l ; find a spiritual director  https://www.sdicompanions.org/find-a-spiritual-director-companion/

UU Spiritual Direction Network   https://www.uusdn.org/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>9b89955e-57e8-4adf-bf39-e88d3eed6517Sat, 30 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -050030:53falsefull2222Wondering about Spiritual Direction but not sure what it is or how it might be different from therapy or pastoral care? Rev. Tandi Rogers gets me up to speed on Spiritual Direction and how it is a tether to the divine.What I Wish I Knew Starting SeminaryWhat I Wish I Knew Starting SeminaryThe new academic year is quickly approaching. New students may be feeling the pressure of the unknown. This week I spoke with 3rd year student Beth Monhollen getting her thoughts on the question: What do you wish you had known as you started seminary?


Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>The new academic year is quickly approaching. New students may be feeling the pressure of the unknown. This week I spoke with 3rd year student Beth Monhollen getting her thoughts on the question: What do you wish you had known as you started seminary?


Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>2ba514d3-da5b-4c64-b707-f5fad9cc8730Thu, 21 Jul 2022 20:30:00 -050030:38falsefull2112Starting seminary? Overwhelmed? 3rd year student, Beth Monhollen, shares what she wishes she had known when she was starting seminary.Beloved Conversations VirtualBeloved Conversations VirtualToday my guests are several members of the the Beloved Conversations Virtual design team, Rhonda Brown, JeKaren Olaoya, and Rev. Kierstin Homblette Allen.

Beloved Conversations is a program for people seeking to embody racial justice as a spiritual practice. Our program is grounded in Unitarian Universalism, developed and offered by the Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School, and open to all learners. In Beloved Conversations, we are here to heal the impact of racism on our lives, in order to get free together.

Website: www.meadville.edu/beloved

Registration for Beloved Conversations "Within" Fall Term opens on June 22, 2022 and closes on August 26, 2022. The Fall Term will begin on September 12, 2022.: https://www.meadville.edu/light/fahs-collaborative/beloved-conversations/within/within-how-to-register/

Questions? Email: belovedconversations@meadville.edu

UUA General Assembly On-Demand: #605 and #627

https://www.uua.org/files/2022-06/program%20book%202022.pdf

#605 BELOVED CONVERSATIONS/VIRTUAL: UN/ LEARNING FOR LIBERATION The Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School White Supremacy Culture leaves us all malnourished. Join us for a nourishing taste of antidotes from our program for white un/learners – together we will engage faithful practices that expand our capacity to be in right relationship, meet us where we are, and love us into the promise of collective liberation. Rev. Kierstin Homblette Allen; CB Beal; Janine Gelsinger; Rev. De Vandiver

#627 GATHERING OUR SELVES: FAITH FORMATION FOR BIPOC COMMUNITIES The Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School The intentional faith formation of Black, Indigenous and other People of Color is often missing, even in our multi-racial congregations. See how the online curriculum, Beloved Conversations: Gathering Our Selves, created faith-forming exploration, shared community and developmental growth through experiential learning, story-telling, music, digital media and visual arts. Dr. Mark A. Hicks; Katie Resendiz

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Today my guests are several members of the the Beloved Conversations Virtual design team, Rhonda Brown, JeKaren Olaoya, and Rev. Kierstin Homblette Allen.

Beloved Conversations is a program for people seeking to embody racial justice as a spiritual practice. Our program is grounded in Unitarian Universalism, developed and offered by the Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School, and open to all learners. In Beloved Conversations, we are here to heal the impact of racism on our lives, in order to get free together.

Website: www.meadville.edu/beloved

Registration for Beloved Conversations "Within" Fall Term opens on June 22, 2022 and closes on August 26, 2022. The Fall Term will begin on September 12, 2022.: https://www.meadville.edu/light/fahs-collaborative/beloved-conversations/within/within-how-to-register/

Questions? Email: belovedconversations@meadville.edu

UUA General Assembly On-Demand: #605 and #627

https://www.uua.org/files/2022-06/program%20book%202022.pdf

#605 BELOVED CONVERSATIONS/VIRTUAL: UN/ LEARNING FOR LIBERATION The Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School White Supremacy Culture leaves us all malnourished. Join us for a nourishing taste of antidotes from our program for white un/learners – together we will engage faithful practices that expand our capacity to be in right relationship, meet us where we are, and love us into the promise of collective liberation. Rev. Kierstin Homblette Allen; CB Beal; Janine Gelsinger; Rev. De Vandiver

#627 GATHERING OUR SELVES: FAITH FORMATION FOR BIPOC COMMUNITIES The Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School The intentional faith formation of Black, Indigenous and other People of Color is often missing, even in our multi-racial congregations. See how the online curriculum, Beloved Conversations: Gathering Our Selves, created faith-forming exploration, shared community and developmental growth through experiential learning, story-telling, music, digital media and visual arts. Dr. Mark A. Hicks; Katie Resendiz

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>5ba29fd5-6b61-4d18-9632-864d421b67deThu, 16 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -050028:23falsefull110101Today my guests are the Beloved Conversations Virtual design team, Rhonda Brown, JeKaren, and Rev. Kierstin Homblette Allen. Beloved Conversations is a program for people seeking to embody racial justice as a spiritual practice. Our program is grounded in Unitarian Universalism, developed and offered by the Fahs Collaborative at Meadville Lombard Theological School, and open to all learners. In Beloved Conversations, we are here to heal the impact of racism on our lives, in order to get free together.Minister Websites: a big pictureMinister Websites: a big pictureToday’s guest is Chaplain Lin Berez, a UU community minister with expertise in ministerial websites; an increasingly important tool for ministers.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Today’s guest is Chaplain Lin Berez, a UU community minister with expertise in ministerial websites; an increasingly important tool for ministers.

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>3c52b90b-de68-4814-80eb-29828fd49250Wed, 08 Jun 2022 22:00:00 -050024:42falsefull1991Today’s guest is Rev Lin Berez, a UU community minister with expertise in ministerial websites; an increasingly important tool for ministers.Get to Know the MFN (UU Ministerial Formation Network)Get to Know the MFN (UU Ministerial Formation Network)Guest: Rev. Melissa Carvill Ziemer, DIrector of Ministries for Collegial Care at the Unitarian Universalist Ministers Association (UUMA).

UU MInisters Association - https://www.uuma.org/

UUMA Ministerial Formation Network - https://www.uuma.org/page/mfn

Flourishing in Ministry research - https://workwellresearch.org/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Guest: Rev. Melissa Carvill Ziemer, DIrector of Ministries for Collegial Care at the Unitarian Universalist Ministers Association (UUMA).

UU MInisters Association - https://www.uuma.org/

UUMA Ministerial Formation Network - https://www.uuma.org/page/mfn

Flourishing in Ministry research - https://workwellresearch.org/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>bc92d79e-8072-40a9-b412-69f25d0692bfThu, 07 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -050031:59falsefull1881Rev. Melissa Carvill Ziemer gives Rev. Julie the 411 on the UU Ministerial Formation Network: an innovative program supporting aspirants and candidates pursuing Unitarian Universalist ministry.Student Loan Repayment: Part 4 Federal Loan ConsolidationStudent Loan Repayment: Part 4 Federal Loan ConsolidationEpisode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Federal Student Loan Consolidation. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places:

  • https://studentaid.gov/
  • Your loan servicer or servicers
  • The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Federal Loan Consolidation - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/consolidation


Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Episode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Federal Student Loan Consolidation. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places:

  • https://studentaid.gov/
  • Your loan servicer or servicers
  • The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Federal Loan Consolidation - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/consolidation


Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>ea546981-3997-48f9-8364-ac58d647d898Thu, 31 Mar 2022 16:30:00 -050024:45falsefull1771Student loan repayment is a hot topic right now and things are changing all the time. Julie and Jon Coffee talk about federal student loan consolidation. Information is current as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.Student Loan Repayment: Part 3 Public Service Loan ForgivenessStudent Loan Repayment: Part 3 Public Service Loan ForgivenessEpisode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places,  

  1. studentaid.gov 
  2. Your loan servicer or servicers 
  3. The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

As of July 1, 2021, ministers and other religious workers, may now qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  

The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.  https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/pslf-limited-waiver

PSLF Waivers offer a way to get closer to loan forgiveness. https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/pslf-limited-waiver

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Episode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places,  

  1. studentaid.gov 
  2. Your loan servicer or servicers 
  3. The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

As of July 1, 2021, ministers and other religious workers, may now qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  

The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.  https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/pslf-limited-waiver

PSLF Waivers offer a way to get closer to loan forgiveness. https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/pslf-limited-waiver

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>c22e99cd-5018-479d-84d3-4c623421613dMon, 28 Mar 2022 19:00:00 -050020:11falsefull1661Student loan repayment is a hot topic right now and things are changing all the time. Julie and Jon Coffee talk about public service loan forgiveness of federal student loans. Information is current as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.Student Loan Repayment: Part 2 Income-Driven Repayment PlansStudent Loan Repayment: Part 2 Income-Driven Repayment PlansEpisode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Income-Driven Repayment Plans for Federal Student Loans. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places,  

  1. studentaid.gov 
  2. Your loan servicer or servicers 
  3. The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Income-Driven Repayment Plans - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/repayment/plans/income-driven

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Episode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Income-Driven Repayment Plans for Federal Student Loans. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places,  

  1. studentaid.gov 
  2. Your loan servicer or servicers 
  3. The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Income-Driven Repayment Plans - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/repayment/plans/income-driven

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>b160a08c-a39f-42d0-b558-79fdce76340cMon, 28 Mar 2022 18:30:00 -050023:36falsefull1551Student loan repayment is a hot topic right now and things are changing all the time. Julie and Jon Coffee talk about income-driven repayment plans for federal student loans. Information is current as of the recording date of 20 March 2022.What's CPE? The 411 on Clinical Pastoral EducationWhat's CPE? The 411 on Clinical Pastoral EducationToday's guest is Rev. Karen Hutt, ACPE Certified Educator and VP for Innovation, Student and Community Engagement at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. We are talking about the basics of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).

ACPE - https://acpe.edu/ Association for Clinical Pastoral Education

CPSP - https://www.cpsp.org/ College of Pastoral Supervision & Psychotherapy

CSCPF - https://www.cscpf.org/ Center for Spiritual Care & Pastoral Formation

Sankofa CPE - https://sankofacpe.com/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Today's guest is Rev. Karen Hutt, ACPE Certified Educator and VP for Innovation, Student and Community Engagement at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. We are talking about the basics of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).

ACPE - https://acpe.edu/ Association for Clinical Pastoral Education

CPSP - https://www.cpsp.org/ College of Pastoral Supervision & Psychotherapy

CSCPF - https://www.cscpf.org/ Center for Spiritual Care & Pastoral Formation

Sankofa CPE - https://sankofacpe.com/

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>729779a7-54ac-4062-9abb-48d7c21c63c2Mon, 21 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -050036:42falsefull1441Today's guest is Rev. Karen Hutt. We are talking about the basics of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).Student Loan Repayment: Part 1 Where to StartStudent Loan Repayment: Part 1 Where to StartEpisode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Federal Student Loans. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 14 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places,  

  1. studentaid.gov 
  2. Your loan servicer or servicers 
  3. The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Student Financial Aid Exit Counseling - https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/

Income-Driven Repayment Plans - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/repayment/plans/income-driven

Loan consoliatation - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/consolidation

Public Service Loan Forgiveness - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

As of July 1, 2021, ministers and other religious workers, may now qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  

The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.  https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/pslf-limited-waiver

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Episode guest: Jon Coffee, Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Student Services at Meadville Lombard Theological School.

Please note: This episode covers Federal Student Loans. Information is up to date as of the recording date of 14 March 2022.

All official information should come from three places,  

  1. studentaid.gov 
  2. Your loan servicer or servicers 
  3. The financial aid office at Meadville Lombard-or the school you attended.

Student Financial Aid Exit Counseling - https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/

Income-Driven Repayment Plans - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/repayment/plans/income-driven

Loan consoliatation - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/consolidation

Public Service Loan Forgiveness - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

As of July 1, 2021, ministers and other religious workers, may now qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  

The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.  https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/pslf-limited-waiver

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>8d81cd89-39a0-454f-85ef-3b0a2087802fFri, 18 Mar 2022 18:00:00 -050035:16falsefull1331Student loan repayment is a hot topic right now and things are changing all the time. Julie and Jon Coffee talk about current federal student loan repayment information, as of the recording date of 14 March 2022.Becoming a UU MinisterBecoming a UU MinisterIn this episode Julie has a conversation with the Rev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong, Ministerial Credentialing Director for the Unitarian Universalist Association. They go over the beginning stages of how to become a Unitarian Universalist minister. 

Resources mentioned in the show.

Preparatory Stages of Becoming a UU Minister (Requirements for Fellowship Booklet can be found here): https://www.uua.org/careers/ministers/becoming/prep-stages

Wondering about becoming a UU minister? Check out this page on the Unitarian Universalist Association website with videos and more: https://www.uua.org/careers/ministers/becoming

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>In this episode Julie has a conversation with the Rev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong, Ministerial Credentialing Director for the Unitarian Universalist Association. They go over the beginning stages of how to become a Unitarian Universalist minister. 

Resources mentioned in the show.

Preparatory Stages of Becoming a UU Minister (Requirements for Fellowship Booklet can be found here): https://www.uua.org/careers/ministers/becoming/prep-stages

Wondering about becoming a UU minister? Check out this page on the Unitarian Universalist Association website with videos and more: https://www.uua.org/careers/ministers/becoming

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>8a97e11e-e644-482c-b72e-bffcafad10ebFri, 04 Mar 2022 19:15:00 -050027:04falsefull1221Keeping Online Worship on the Up and Up (copyright and online worship)Keeping Online Worship on the Up and Up (copyright and online worship)Thanks for joining us for this inaugural episode of Meadville Lombard Theological School's new podcast "Many WIndows."

Host: Julie Taylor

Guest: John Leeker

Notes:

Copyright & Worship LibGuide - Copyright and Worship - Copyright - Library at Meadville Lombard

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>Thanks for joining us for this inaugural episode of Meadville Lombard Theological School's new podcast "Many WIndows."

Host: Julie Taylor

Guest: John Leeker

Notes:

Copyright & Worship LibGuide - Copyright and Worship - Copyright - Library at Meadville Lombard

Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor and as always, a special thank you to Tomo Hilbo.

(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd​ and apple.co/3u51z2V)

]]>f4a0440c-eb4d-4879-be07-652b5bf2fde9Mon, 21 Feb 2022 18:23:00 -050029:52falsefull1111