Fabric Podcast
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In this episode, Ian McConnell and Jay Bakker engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the challenges and opportunities within modern Christianity. They explore themes of grace, community, and the importance of dialogue in bridging divides. Jay shares his personal journey and insights on how grace has shaped his life and ministry, while Ian reflects on the role of the church in today's world.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:00:18 Jay's Personal Journey 00:00:43 The Role of Grace in Christianity 00:01:43 Community and Belonging 00:01:59 Conclusion and Reflections
LINKS:
Jay Bakker | Facebook and Instagram
Revolution Church | Facebook and Instagram
Fabric - Mpls ("church, for the rest of us") | Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
Ian McConnell | Instagram and TikTok
Paul Tillich's "You Are Accepted" sermon, read by Peter Rollins on the Revolution Podcast
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Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Our "Resurrection Vision Board"
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
This past Sunday during our Easter gathering, those who were gathered in person wrote out our visions for a future toward justice and tangible love as a part of our celebration and acknowledgement of resurrection. If you listened in to the podcast from this past Sunday and wondered what Ian was referencing, this [long, dreamy] episode is for you!
Listen in as Ian McConnell and Melissa Lock read the many beautiful and varied signs created by this beautiful in-person community.

Monday Aug 29, 2022
Anna Esposito & The Art of Togethering
Monday Aug 29, 2022
Monday Aug 29, 2022
Melissa Lock gets a little more into Anna's story as an artist after our regular podcast, The Art of Togethering: That Beat!

Friday Aug 12, 2022
Lindsay Walz and the Art of Togethering
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Melissa Lock asks Lindsay Walz for a little more about her own journey with art and the "togethering" power of it in her life.

Wednesday Jul 27, 2022
Chris Tripolino & The Art of Togethering
Wednesday Jul 27, 2022
Wednesday Jul 27, 2022
After a Fabric-sponsored open mic at the Minnehaha Falls Art Fair in lieu of a normal gathering, Melissa Lock asks Chris Tripolino some questions about the art of togethering.
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Wednesday Jul 06, 2022
Joe Davis & The Art of Togethering
Wednesday Jul 06, 2022
Wednesday Jul 06, 2022
Melissa Lock has a conversation with artist Joe Davis about his backstory as an artist and how we can all see the art within us and at our disposal.

Friday Apr 08, 2022
When Your God Box Meets Your Bus
Friday Apr 08, 2022
Friday Apr 08, 2022
In this Fabric Scraps episode, Melissa Lock, Greg Meyer, and Chris Tripolino talk briefly about some important roles people play in our lives and the potential impact on how we keep reimagining our God Boxes!

Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Pivoting
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
As Fabric pivots (once again) to a period of virtual gatherings because of the wild spread of the Omicron variant, Melissa Lock, Greg Meyer, and Chris Tripolino reflect on the moment and value of being nimble in the face of challenges.
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