Woven
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 55 ratingsA chef and a theologian step up to the microphone and out flows the Woven podcast. As a former professional chef currently striving to mother as a verb, Rebecca Cochran sees life and faith through the lens of food and community. Rebecca Peet is a theologian, writer and speaker who believes intimacy with Jesus is the cure for what ails you and sees biblical knowledge as not only approachable but essential for the everywoman. With humor and vulnerability, Woven seeks to encourage women to live balanced lives right where they are- in the arms of Jesus.
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Play {full} ness (Part 2)
August 10, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBThis month, we wrap-up our summer series on play by sharing what we've each learned about the spiritual discipline of playfulness over the last couple of months. We also share the 2nd half of our interview with Courtney Ellis. If you didn't listen to our July episode, go back and listen, Courtney is a fount of wisdom when it comes to the art of playfulness and its importance to the Christian life. Also, in our introduction to Courtney's interview, we share some big news about the future o...
Play {full} ness (Part 1)
July 13, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBIn July and August on Woven, we are talking all things "play". For our July episode, we discuss our own barriers to play and the areas where we'd like to become more playful. We also challenge each other to do something playful over the next month. To enhance our discussion, we also talk to Courtney Ellis, the author of Happy Now: Let Playfulness Lift Your Load and Renew Your Spirit. We talk with her about why it's so hard for adults, even Christian adults to play. We also discuss that Jes...
Laugh It Out
June 22, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBWoven is taking a short break in June, but we still want to share a little something with our listeners. Since we're talking about fun and playfulness in our July and August episodes, we asked Christie Cuthbert, author and friend of Woven, to read an excerpt from her book Mom I Farted in Church for our June episode. Christie is an expert in finding the humor and fun in parenting. We hope you enjoy this reading, and check out Christie and all her work. Christie's Website Mom, I Farted in ...
Still Rolling Stones
May 11, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBIt's finally May! With a new season and the end of a school year approaching, lots of transitions are on the horizon. This month we talk life transitions- how we handle them differently, how we can prepare for them better and how we can keep growing even in times of transition. We also talk summer and share some ideas on surviving and maybe even thriving in this new season. Free 99 Fridge Ministry
BONUS EPISODE: Mother's Day
May 08, 2021 15:34 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBBonus Episode! Our May episode comes out on Tuesday, but in honor of Mother's Day, we thought we'd drop a bonus discussion on mothering- different types of mothering, our strengths and weaknesses as mothers, the Proverbs 31 woman (spoiler alert: it's not what you think), and how Mother's Day isn't always the easiest day for a lot of people. Enjoy! Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Don't Mom Alone: Owning Your Motherhood Popcast Moms I'd Like to Friend Episode
Slow Growing
April 13, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.9 MBFor our April episode, we process what it means to grow slowly in different aspects of our lives. We talk about the areas where we struggle to grow low and slow versus fast and flashy. We also interview Jennifer Dukes Lee about her new book Growing Slow: Lessons on Un-Hurrying Your Heart from an Accidental Farm Girl. In our third segment, we talk about gardening, slow cooking, and books that are helping us to lean into the spring "growing" season and Eastertide. About Jennifer: Jennifer...
Begin Again
March 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBAs we inch into spring, towards Easter, and slowly out of the COVID crisis, we talk about what we've learned in the past year and what it looks like to add things back into our lives after much has been stripped away. What does it mean to begin again? We also interview home designer, Shannon Acheson, about her new book Home Made Lovely. Many of us during this pandemic have spent time reexamining our homes, because we've spent more time in them than ever. We've learned what it means to mak...
Spring Cleaning
February 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBOur February episode is here, and so is Lent! That means it's time to do some Spring Cleaning, and we're not talking about the dusting the baseboards and cleaning out the pantry type of Spring Cleaning. This month, we discuss how to Spring Clean internally. What does it mean to unclutter our spirts, souls, hearts, minds, etc? Joining us for the interview portion of this episode is Carla Gasser. Carla is the author of a new devotional entitled The Beauty of the Uncluttered Soul: Allowing Go...
Reading: A Love Story
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBWelcome to Woven Season 6! This season we are changing up our format a bit. We will release one long form, segmented episode a month on public channels, and one monthly unedited episode on Patreon. This new talk show-like format will include a devotional, an interview, recommendations, a recipe and a practical exercise segment all centered around one monthly theme. This month our theme is Reading: A Love Story. Instead of interviewing a guest, we interview each other on our reading journe...
BONUS EPISODE: Peace Out 2020
December 31, 2020 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBHappy New Year! Join us as we discuss what we learned in 2020, how we will bring those lessons into 2021, and the changes that are coming to Woven in the new year. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Want to join the Woven Patreon Community? Visit us over at www.patreon.com/woveninhim
Advent 2020 (Part 4: O Holy Night)
December 15, 2020 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBTo wrap up our 2020 Advent series, we discuss the history and meaning behind the Christmas carol that happens to be both Rebeccas' favorite- O Holy Night. We also discuss how we're finding joy this Advent season in a year where joy and cheer seem to be elusive. Once again, thank you to Erin Freeman for lending her beautiful voice to our series. Merry Christmas listeners, and we will be back in your ears in 2021! Interested in supporting Woven? Head over to www.patreon.com/woveninhim.
Advent 2020 (Part 3: Silent Night)
December 08, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBThis week, for Part 3 of our Advent series, we discuss the history behind the Christmas carol Silent Night. What a sweet story! Also, we discuss how our Advent observances are going, and why RP isn't a fan of the Elf on the Shelf. Once again, thank you to Erin Freeman for opening our show with her beautiful rendition of Silent Night. Things Mentioned: That Sounds Fun with Rend Collective RP's Christmas Playlist
Advent 2020 (Part 2: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing)
December 01, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBFor our Advent series this year, we are doing a 4-part series on the history behind some of the church's most beloved Christmas hymns. This week we're focusing on Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. This song is so theologically rich, and we pray that after you listen to this episode you also will have a deeper appreciation for this carol. Again this week, Erin Freeman joins us to sing her rendition of this week's song. Thanks Erin! And, thanks for being such an awesome friend of the show! If yo...
Advent 2020 (Part 1: O Come O Come Emmanuel"
November 24, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThe Advent season is upon us! This year we are doing a 4-part series on the history behind some of our most beloved Christmas hymns. We'll learn about the people who wrote them, the stories behind the lyrics, and why we still sing them today. We'll also talk about our favorite versions of each song, and share some of our favorite Christmas albums. We know there is a lot about this year that will make the Advent season different than years past, but music is something that can remain timeless...
Advent 2020 (Part 1: O Come O Come Emmanuel)
November 24, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThe Advent season is upon us! This year we are doing a 4-part series on the history behind some of our most beloved Christmas hymns. We'll learn about the people who wrote them, the stories behind the lyrics, and why we still sing them today. We'll also talk about our favorite versions of each song, and share some of our favorite Christmas albums. We know there is a lot about this year that will make the Advent season different than years past, but music is something that can remain timeless...
Lament in 2020
November 17, 2020 11:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBNext week is Thanksgiving, and while it's been a hard year for all; we also know we have so much to be grateful for even in difficult times. But, before we can truly experience hope, praise and gratitude, we have to learn how to grieve and lament. This week we discuss what defines Christian lament, the difference between lament and complaining, and what we are each lamenting right now. We pray that while it's an intense topic, we will all learn the prayer language of lament so we can more de...
The List
November 10, 2020 11:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBThis week, we're sharing an episode with our weekly listeners that normally only releases to our Patreon supporters. We call these episodes "The List", and our lists typically contain goods, ideas, shows, books, follows, etc. that are bringing us life right now, making our lives easier, or we're just excited to share with our friends. If you dig these types of episodes, come join us over on Patreon; we'd love your support and for you to be a part of our community. Books: Team of Rivals ...
Election Reflection
October 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBWe are one week out from Election Day! For some of us, this thought brings excitement and energy, for others this thought brings dread and despair. We all know we are called to fulfill our civic responsibilities, but what really is the Christian's role in politics and political discourse? No matter the outcome of the election, how can we be filled with grace and hope as we live in community and love our neighbor? We, here at Woven, do not have it all figured out, but instead are on our own j...
2020 Holiday Gift Giving Guide (Part 2)
October 20, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBWe are back with one of our favorite annual episodes-the GIFT GIVING GUIDE! The unusual circumstances in which we find ourselves in 2020 have us thinking of ways to elevate our everyday lives and keep it cozy. We hope this 2 part episode gives you some fun ideas for your gift giving this year! For the KIDS: Indoor Bouncy House Washi Tape Set NatGeo Kids Magazine Highlights Magazine Kid-friendly hot chocolate mug Hot Chocolate on a stick Il...
2020 Holiday Gift Giving Guide (Part 1)
October 13, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBWe are back with one of our favorite annual episodes-the GIFT GIVING GUIDE! The unusual circumstances in which we find ourselves in 2020 have us thinking of ways to elevate our everyday lives and keep it cozy. We hope this 2 part episode gives you some fun ideas for your gift giving this year! For the KIDS: Indoor Bouncy House Washi Tape Set NatGeo Kids Magazine Highlights Magazine Kid-friendly hot chocolate mug Hot Chocolate on a stick Il...
Boundaries and the Enneagram
October 06, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBWe're back!!! After a very refreshing September Sabbatical, we are so excited to be back in your ears. This week we talk Boundaries and the Enneagram. Every year, as the holiday season approaches, we like to tackle the idea of boundaries as this seems to be a season, both time-wise and relationally, that learning to establish boundaries in our lives seems to be of great help for everyone. In this episode we not only tackle what it looks like to set boundaries with family and friends during t...
All the Feels (with Dr. Angela Schaffner)
August 18, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 20.9 MBThis week, Dr. Angela Schaffner joins us again to discuss mental health and the pandemic. Whether you've struggled with mental health in the past, or mental health struggles such as anxiety, OCD, depression, etc. are new to you, but have been brought on by the current crisis, we want you to know you are not alone. Our goal this week is normalize these struggles, and talk about how we can cope and see some light shining in the darkness. We also discuss Body Image and how it relates to these s...
Leading Transformational Small Groups (Even in a Pandemic)
August 11, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBFor the next two weeks, we've invited Dr. Angela Schaffner back to Woven. Next week, we will discuss mental health and the Pandemic. But, this week, we discuss her new book, Gather Us In: Leading Transformational Small Groups. While the way we gather, at church or otherwise, has changed significantly, our need for community has not. We all find ourselves in situations, whether in our families, our neighborhoods, at work, at school, at church, etc. where we are leading and engaging with smal...
Pandemic Parenting: Love Her Well (with Kari Kampakis)
August 04, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBContinuing in our series, Pandemic Parenting, this week we talk to Kari Kampakis. Kari is the author of the new book Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter. If you have a daughter, know someone with a daughter, or serve teenagers in any capacity, this book is a very hope-filled and practical guide to loving them well. Even if your daughter is younger, she will be a teenager one day, and now is the time to build the foundation with her for what's to come...
Pandemic Parenting: Back to School? with Michelle Nietert
July 28, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBThis week we begin a new series called "Pandemic Parenting". Living during a global pandemic has definitely presented parents with new challenges. The one on the forefront of most parents' minds right now is the looming 2020-2021 school year. No matter what you choose for your children and their schooling this year, or if you've not been given a choice; we've all been thrown for a loop. No matter where you live, this new school year will look very different from years past. How do we as pare...
Just Keep Swimming: Sustainable Activism with Jen Young
July 21, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBThis week we conclude our series we've called "Just Keep Swimming". We all find ourselves in the precarious, messy middle of this crazy year- 2020. Many of us find ourselves burned out, depressed, anxious, and uncertain about our future. We know we're called to push through despite all these emotions, but how? How do we remain faithful to Jesus when we can barely wake up and face a new day of social distancing? How do we find time for rest when we have to be constantly vigilant and entertain...
Just Keep Swimming: Sacred Rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
July 14, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBThis week we continue our series we're calling "Just Keep Swimming". We all find ourselves in the precarious, messy middle of this crazy year- 2020. Many of us find ourselves burned out, depressed, anxious, and uncertain about our future. We know we're called to push through despite all these emotions, but how? How do we remain faithful to Jesus when we can barely wake up and face a new day of social distancing? How do we find time for rest when we have to be constantly vigilant and entertai...
Just Keep Swimming: Everyday Faithfulness with Glenna Marshall
July 07, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBThis week we begin a new series we're calling "Just Keep Swimming". We all find ourselves in the precarious, messy middle of this crazy year- 2020. Many of us find ourselves burned out, depressed, anxious, and uncertain about our future. We know we're called to push through despite all these emotions, but how? How do we remain faithful to Jesus when we can barely wake up and face a new day of social distancing? How do we find time for rest when we have to be constantly vigilant and entertain...
Summer Food: Not Just Hotdogs
June 30, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBThis week we take a little break from our more serious topics to talk summer food. Our resident culinary expert, Rebecca Cochran, reminds us of some summer food safety tips and gives us some creative twists to liven up our humdrum, traditional summer dishes. Also. we know a lot of you have been tending to new gardens during COVID, but what do we do with all those tomatoes and zucchini?!! We hope you enjoy! Stay safe this 4th! Zucchini Pie Recipe
This Isn't A Political Issue: Part 3 (Bad Logic)
June 23, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBThis week we wrap up our political series with an episode on how to argue effectively, wisely and gracefully. We tackle 10 logical fallacies often used in discourse, and we discuss how we can argue more like Jesus. Arguments and discourse are inevitable, but our conversations can still be salt and light, even as we agree to disagree. We pray this episode, and this series, empower you to not shy away from the hard conversations of our time, but to lean into them confidently and winsomely. ...
This Isn't A Political Issue: Part 2 (Poli-Sci 101)
June 16, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBFor Part 2 of our political series, we decided we all needed to return to Poli-Sci 101. Many times, in election years, we get into heated arguments about politics or fall into despair, forgetting basic facts about our government and political system. This week, Chris Cochran (Rebecca C's husband), joins Woven to re-educate us on topics such as the party system, checks and balances, how a bill becomes a law, and the electoral college. Chris holds a degree in political science and works in gov...
This Isn't A Political Issue: Part 1 (An Interview with Pantsuit Politics)
June 09, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBThis week we kick off a three-part political series. As we sit in uncertain times, in a divided nation, approaching another election cycle, we want to offer a series that doesn't delve into specific candidates or platforms, but into how we can be grace-filled in our political conversations. We want to be women who don't shy away from the hard discussions, but we want to have them in love. We are so excited that our first guests in the series are Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers fro...
The Messy Middle
June 02, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBBefore we kick-off our summer series, we decided to check-in with each other as we enter this "messy middle" of the pandemic. We discuss how we're doing, what we're learning and what we're eager to get back (also what we're fine with never coming back). We don't know how long this phase will last, when the end will be in sight, but we pray God helps us to thrive in the middle.
{REPLAY} Your Body is a Wonderland (OG Episode 2)
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week, we finish up celebrating our milestone of 100 episodes by releasing our most popular show so far! No surprise that it is about Body Image-this is the most requested topic we get! -------------- Here are the OG show notes from Episode 2: This week's episode kicks off our series on integrating the mind, body and spirit. We begin the series by focusing on our bodies- what does it look like to have a healthy view of our own bodies and what does God say about our bodies. In this...
{Replay} Beautiful Mind (OG Episode 5)
May 19, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week we continue the celebration of our 100th episode milestone by releasing our top 3 most popular shows. Today's episode is our 2nd most popular episode ever, in which we discuss differentiating between our mind, emotions, heart and will. ---------------- Here are the OG show notes from Episode 5: In this episode, we continue our series on the integration of our soul- our body, our mind and emotions, and our spirit. The focus of this episode is our mind and emotions. We try to ...
{REPLAY} Fun Stuff: Uncluttered with Courtney Ellis (OG Episode 44)
May 12, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBFor the next three weeks, we are celebrating our milestone of 100 episodes by releasing our top 3 most popular shows. Today's episode is our third most popular show ever, and that's no surprise being that it featured one of our favorite ladies (Courtney B. Ellis, 3x guest of Woven) and one of our universal struggles (Uncluttering our lives). It feels as timely as ever in the wake of our global pandemic. We hope you enjoy! ------ Here are the OG show notes from Episode 44: This wee...
All About the Benjamin, Baby (Episode 100!!!)
May 05, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBWe did it! We made it to 100!! To celebrate, we play a fun game of 2 Truths and a Lie, reveal our 10 most downloaded episodes, discuss our favorite and least favorite episodes, and re-tell the origin story of Woven. We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it! Links to Top 10 Episodes: #10- Boundaries and the Holidays #9- Sustaining Grace #8- Practicing Contentment: Relationships #7- Drunk in the Spirit #6- Practicing Contentment: Aging #5- What's...
Crisis, Hope and the Enneagram
April 28, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBIt's episode 99! Next week we hit 100! This week we discuss how our Enneagram numbers can bring hope to our world in crisis. Each number has strengths that can encourage those around us, and bring meaning from the chaos. If you want more information about the Enneagram, visit the links below. We can't wait to celebrate with you next week! Best Enneagram Primer (in Rebecca Peet's opinion) What's Your Number? (Woven Episode #9) Yoked: The Enneagram in Marriage (Woven Episode #70) Yo...
The One Where Things Get Weird
April 21, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBThis week we check in to see how quarantine life is going with each other. We talk about some of the weird things we've done and what's saving us right now. We'd love to hear from you guys! Share with us the weirdest thing you done while sheltering in place. What's saving you right now? Oh, and 2 more episode until the 100th!!! Mentions: Yoga with Adriene Some Good News Rebecca C's Tzatziki Recipe: 1 7”-9” cucumber, cut in half lengthwise 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt (NOT fat free) 2...
Invitation to Stay (An Interview with Anjuli Paschall)
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBOur special guest this week is Anjuli Paschall. Anjuli is a pastor’s wife, mom to five wildly beautiful children, retired photographer, founder of “The Moms We Love Club,” author, question asker, and spiritual director. Anjuli also just launched her first book, Stay: Discovering Grace, Freedom, and Wholeness Where You Never Imagined Looking, on March 31. Her book, and our discussion, are an invitation to Stay- stay with our hurts, our pains, our anger, our joy; it's an invitation to be p...
Easter 2020: In the Time of Corona
April 07, 2020 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBEaster is Coming! In preparation for Holy Week and Easter, we discuss the importance of celebrating the most important event on the Christian calendar despite a pandemic, and we talk about how even when we don't feel like celebrating, we are called to anyways. We also brainstorm ways to make the holiday special even if it will look different than years past. We'd also love to hear how you're planning to celebrate, so please share with us on social media! He is risen! He is risen indeed! Re...
Lent 2020: Numbing Out
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBThis week we wrap up our Lent series with a discussion of the idols we've created in our lives that help us numb out and distract us from reality. As we said last week, these episodes were recorded before social distancing became a thing, and we recognize that we're all in need of grace right now as we navigate our new realities. We are all numbing out in various ways, and that is OKAY. But, we also think this discussion is still relevant in many ways as we grapple with this new way of life....
Lent 2020: Gold Stars
March 24, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBWe are continuing in our Lent study this week. We recorded these episodes before Covid-19 really took root in the US, and we know most of us have probably suspended our Lenten fasts during this time, but we also believe that in times like these, we truly learn the idols our hearts are attached to and how we need God even more as they are revealed. This week we address the idols of career, success and accomplishments. We hope you still enjoy and get something out of our discussion. We love yo...
The One Where They Try To Whistle
March 20, 2020 01:24 - 48 minutes - 42.3 MBBonus Episode- Corona Coping Skills
BONUS EPISODE- The One Where They Try To Whistle
March 20, 2020 01:24 - 48 minutes - 42.3 MBBonus Episode- Corona Coping Skills
Fun Spring Episode
March 17, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBWe've decided, given the state of the world right now, we should probably take a break from our heavier Lent episodes, and release a fun rambling of our favorite things about Spring. We did record this episode before the COVID-19 situation really hit the fan, so we don't really address it directly and make a few jokes, but we truly believe that even though this is a serious time, we also could all use moments of levity in our days. We at Woven are praying for all of you and your families dur...
Lent 2020: American Idols
March 10, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBContinuing in our Lent series on idols, we explore 3 American idols- marriage/romance, parenting and politics. We know those aren't the only idols we struggle with as a culture, but we know they can be some of the biggies. We also know these can be subtle idols. On the surface, none of them are bad or sinful, but when they take the place of God as our object of worship or control, that's when they can cross into unhealthy territory. Thankfully, God's grace is abundant as we struggle to put t...
Lent 2020: The Big 3
March 03, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBThis week, continuing in our Lent series, we discuss the top 3 most obvious sins and idols that show up in our lives- Sex, Money and Power. We honestly talk about some of our own struggles with these idols and dig deeper into the motivations under the surface of our worship of them. Most of what we discuss this week comes from our study of Tim Keller's book, Counterfeit Gods. We also discuss Seculosity (and will be referencing it more over the next few weeks) by David Zahl. ------------...
Lent 2020: Introduction (An Interview with Erin Moon)
February 25, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBThe 2020 Lenten season begins this week. Throughout this season on Woven, we will explore the topic of sin and idols (with a couple more light-hearted episodes thrown in). To help us kick-off this discussion, we've invited Erin Moon on to join us. If anyone can have fun while talking Lent, sin and idols, it's Erin. In this episode, we discuss the purpose of Lent, the meaning of sin and why it's important to identify the idols in our life as we approach the cross and the resurrection over the...
Friendship: In Practice
February 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBThis February, we've been talking all things "Friendship". We've discussed our own friendship experiences, the "why" of friendships and this week we wrap-up this series by discussing friendship in practice. To help us apply a lot of the truths we've learned and to answer listener questions, we've invited Certified Christian Counselor, Mediator and Life Coach Pat Brannon on to give us insight and wisdom into some of the harder parts of friendship. To learn more about Pat's counseling pract...