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Hosted by Joy and Raenelle · religion · EN-US
Caring for young children's spirituality is a delicate balance and can often be made more difficult when we grown-ups don't care for ourselves. Struggling through religious or church related trauma or even feelings of inadequacy when it comes to answering our children's big questions. At Mess Makes Meaning we are here to equip the parents/caregivers to remind them and their children they are deeply loved by interviewing some guests who are professionals in this vital work. With relatable humor from hosts and guests alike, this podcast is for you and created by Godly Play®
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Signup to Generate a PitchCaring for young children's spirituality is a delicate balance and can often be made more difficult when we grown-ups don't care for ourselves. Struggling through religious or church related trauma or even feelings of inadequacy when it comes to answering our children's big questions.
Mess Makes Meaning is hosted by Joy and Raenelle. The show has published 36 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Our Daily Breath with Kayla Craig" (1 October 2026, 28 minutes), "Attunement Over Achievement with Ruth Lin Nakai" (1 July 2026, 52 minutes), and "Summer Blessing with Joy and Raenelle" (1 May 2026, 5 minutes).
Mess Makes Meaning publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 36 episodes.
Booking probability for Mess Makes Meaning is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Mess Makes Meaning requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Mess Makes Meaning's contact route on record: verified email.
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Joy and Raenelle hosts Mess Makes Meaning, a religion podcast with 36 episodes published.
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What if prayer could begin with something as simple and as essential as a breath? Join Joy and Raenelle as they welcome back author and spiritual director Kayla Craig for a grounding conversation about the practice of...
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In a world that constantly measures our worth by what we accomplish, how do we learn to slow down and listen to what is happening within us? This week on Mess Makes Meaning , Joy and Raenelle welcome spiritual director...
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<p>As your fellow parents in this messy yet meaningful journey, we understand and notice how stressful the last month has been for so many. As we all enter into summer, may we take a moment to slow down and simply "be"...
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<p>A sometimes difficult subject, discussing the harsh realities of violence in our world, Joy and Raenelle talk with Hannah Rose Martin, one of the founders of RAWtools and the co-author of Sparking Peace. Learn more...
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<p>In this episode of Mess Makes Meaning, hosts Joy and Raenelle welcome back Meredith Miller, a pastor and author, to discuss her new book 'Wonder: 52 Conversations to Help Kids Fall in Love with Scripture '. The...
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<p>Joy and Raenelle have a wonderful conversation with Rev. Dr. Aizaiah Yong and Rev. Nereyda (Neddy) Yong about their book, "Sacred Parenthood: Spiritual Practices for the HIGHS and LOWS of Parenting". </p><p>Find the...
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<p><b>Welcome, Reverend Lizzie, to Mess Makes Meaning as she discusses parents and caregivers' journey of deconstructing/reconstructing while caring for our children's spirituality. </b></p><p><b>Reverend Lizzie...
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<p>Just in time for the chaos of the season! What is self-regulation, and how do we model that for our children? Join Joy and Raenelle as they interview Kathleen Crevasse on this concept and learn how to offer yourself...
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<p>Joy Studer interviews Rachel Ramsden, an advocate of Risky Play from the Play Outside Lab in Vancouver, BC. Find out how, as the parents/caregivers and educators living and working with children, we can support their...
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<p>Rev. Harrison Litzell brings his gifts and insights into this episode, focusing on parenting styles, Gentle Parenting, Permissive Parenting, and Authoritarian Parenting, and we have a FREE webinar for any and all to...
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<p>Diving into an interview with our "man behind the scenes" in creating the Family Liturgy, meet Aaron Niequist. Aaron is a musically talented artist whose creativity knows no bounds. Click HERE to become a free member...
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<p>This episode is a sneak peek into the Family Liturgy created by the Everyday Godly Play Project. More information will be coming soon. Enjoy!</p>
Episode #7
<p><b>Karen-Marie Yust</b> talks to us about "Passive Technology" and the band-aid to boredom it can be. We are incredibly grateful for the ideas and concepts she shares, as well as the thought process that perhaps...
Episode #9
<p>Being a parent with children in todays very active and demanding world of athletics can be overwhelming. Jonathan Carone, creator of the "Healthy Sports Parents" is making sense out of this time of life. Come have a...
Episode #8
<p>Holly Taylor Coolman gifts us with insights in this theologically rich conversation on parenting now and her book Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children.</p>
Episode #4
<p><b>Rev. Molly Baskette and child psychologist Ellen O’Donnnell, the co-authors of </b><b>Bless This Mess, A Modern Guide to Faith and Parenting in a Chaotic World</b></p><p>For a relatable, at many times humorous...
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<p>Incredible creators of the Book of Belonging, author Mariko Clark and illustrator Rachel Eleanor. "The Book of Belonging is designed for families seeking a Bible storybook that reflects the diversity of God’s people...
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<p>RAGE PRAYERS originally came out of an off-handed tiktok - inviting people to reject toxic positivity in faith. Christianity is full of practices focused on positivity. Rage prayer is anything but that. Our...
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author and spiritual director, Christian Parenting Network
ancestral healing guide, author of Becoming Whole, DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group
episcopal priest and tiktok reverend, Jubilee Episcopal Church
creator of the Healthy Sports Parents podcast, The Healthy Sports Parents podcast
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