Holy Shenanigans

Jan 21 2025 189 ep. 18 mins 11
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Holy Shenanigans shares stories that surprise, encourage, and sometimes even turn life upside down – all in the name of love. Your muse is Tara Lamont Eastman, pastor, podcaster and practitioner of Holy Shenanigans . Join her on a journey of unforgettable spiritual adventure that is always sacred but never stuffy.

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Time for New Wine

Jan 21 2025 10 mins  
Tara ponders the sacred art of imagination and innovation in everyday life. Reflecting on her new pastoral role and Jesus's teachings, Tara highlights the importance of encouragement and community partnerships, drawing parallels to historical figures like Ada Lovelace, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This episode emphasizes the transformative power of imagination and enc

Sacred Stories: A New Year Epiphany

Jan 07 2025 10 mins  
Join Tara as she explores the significance of Epiphany and the journey of the Magi. In this episode, Tara discusses traditions like chalking the door and the importance of choosing a "star word" to guide you through the new year with courage, wisdom, and grace. Learn how small actions of good can light up your path in 2025. To try "Chalking the Door" at home, you can use this litur

Christmastide 2024 with Rev. Dr. Lisa Cressman of Backstory Preaching

Dec 24 2024 31 mins  
In this special Christmastide episode, Tara reflects on the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love that have been unwrapped throughout Advent, and shares how the message of Christmas continues to inspire daily life. She is joined for an insightful conversation with Reverend Dr. Lisa Cressman, founder of Backstory Preaching. This episode delves into the transformative power of connect

Unwrapping Advent Part 4: A Journey Filled with Love

Dec 17 2024 11 mins  
Tara reflects on the theme of love, sharing personal stories and encouraging listeners to connect meaningfully with others through acts of kindness. Discover how a childhood memory of olives on a relish tray transformed into enduring acts of love and friendship. Delve into the Gospel of Luke, embrace your love language, and learn how to spread love through simple, heartfelt actions

Unwrapping Advent Part 3: A Journey Filled with Joy

Dec 10 2024 10 mins  
Tara delves into the theme of joy for the third week of Advent. She reflects on the life and legacy of her family friend, Pat, known for his exuberant joy even amidst personal struggles like his MS diagnosis. Tara shares personal anecdotes, encouraging listeners to embrace joy in everyday life, and offers practical steps to invite joy throughout the holiday season. The episode conc

Unwrapping Advent Part 2: A Journey Filled with Peace

Dec 03 2024 9 mins  
This week Tara reflects on peace through stories, reflections, and practical tips. Learn about the significance of Advent, discover inspiring anecdotes, and explore ways to cultivate peace in your everyday life. This episode includes a special Advent poem and a list of actionable steps to help you embrace peace this season.Check out this week's sister article for Peace here at: Cha

Unwrapping Advent Part 1: A Journey Filled with Hope

Nov 26 2024 10 mins  
Welcome to this first episode of the 6th season of Holy Shenanigans. Advent is a time for reflection and new beginnings. This festive season, Tara invites you to slow down and embrace hope. Download a new episode every Tuesday in December for uplifting stories and spiritual insights. A sister article to this podcast episode at the Chautauqua Gazette HOPE Edition. Send Tara a Text M

The Joy of Advent with authors Rebecca & Stephen Grabill

Nov 12 2024 21 mins  
Pastor Tara welcomes authors Rebecca & Steven Grabill to discuss their new book, The Joy of Advent: Family Celebrations for Advent and the 12 Days of Christmas. Explore how this resource helps families find deeper meaning and joy during the Advent season. Learn about the inspiration behind the book, practical tips for creating family traditions, and the importance of nurturing

Superheroes, Halloween & All the Saints

Oct 29 2024 11 mins  
Pastor Tara invites you to reflect on the seasons of Halloween & All Saints Day as a time for soul-searching and new beginnings. She reminisces about her childhood love for Wonder Woman, drawing parallels between superheroes in comics and everyday acts of love and service inspired by Jesus' teachings. Tara shares spiritual practices and reflective questions for the week, encour

Finding Community in Digital Ministry Spaces with Rev. Kyle Delhagen

Oct 15 2024 17 mins  
In today's fast-paced world, finding ways to connect spiritually while staying grounded in our daily lives is crucial. In this episode of Holy Shenanigans, host Tara Lamont Eastman and Pastor Kyle Delhagen have an impromptu conversation about the evolving landscape of digital ministry. They highlight the unexpected nature of ministry work and how the pandemic has reshaped their rol