Stories & Other Things Holy
Stories & Other Things Holy is a podcast that believes in the transformative power of stories. Each week, we gather to share tales and conversations that remind us how stories can open our hearts, challenge our perceptions, and connect us deeply to our humanity. Hosted by Joshua Minden and featuring principal storyteller Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson, each episode invites listeners into the sacred space of narrative. With humor, humility, and wisdom, Terry and Joshua explore life's big questions, joys, struggles, and surprises—always seeking grace in the ordinary and the profound. Rooted in perennial wisdom and Catholic spirituality, the podcast explores universal themes such as hope, joy, compassion, community, and the unexpected ways God’s infinite love shows up in everyday life. Whether you're seeking comfort amidst life's messiness, inspiration for deeper reflection, or simply a good story that might change how you see the world, Stories & Other Things Holy offers a welcoming and enriching retreat. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app, and visit StoriesandOtherThingsHoly.com to sign up for our newsletter, featuring weekly reflections, prayer prompts, and "grace-ercises" designed to deepen your engagement. Join our growing community and discover how the right story at the right moment can make all the difference.
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Episode 27 - The Surprise of Easte...
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Celebrate Pentecost in a uniquely powerful way with this special episode featuring Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson. Through three deeply moving stories—ranging from family bonds to overcoming profound grief—you'll explore the spiritual invitation to dance with joy and resilience, embodying the essence of Pentecost.
📌 Chapters:
- 0:00 - Welcome & Introduction
- 1:02 - The First Dance: Un...
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What Happens After We Die? A Heartfelt Story About the Mystery of Love
When we lose someone we love, we're often left with the haunting question: "Where are they now?" In this deeply moving episode of Stories and Other Things Holy, Terry shares his journey from complex theological questions to beautifully simple truth.
📖 CHAPTER MARKERS: 00:00 - Introduction: The Power of ...
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Welcome back to Episode 30 of Stories & Other Things Holy!
This week, Joshua and Terry dust off an archival reflection on Real Presence—from Easter’s Eucharist to Pentecost’s promise of the Holy Spirit.
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📖 Chapters
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🌟 Episode 29: Wait, There's More! – Easter Wisdom from Madeline L'Engle 🌟
Ever thought your relationship was beyond saving? This Easter season, Terry Nelson-Johnson unpacks a profound life lesson inspired by beloved author Madeline L'Engle. Through touching stories and candid reflections, explore why every marriage and relationship experiences "death"—and how E...
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🎙️ Episode 28: Easter and the Paradox of Love
In this moving Easter reflection, Terry Nelson-Johnson tells the story of Kinsey—a man caught between academic success and the shadow of a cruel father. What unfolds is a moment of intimacy and transformation, echoing one of Christianity’s most iconic images: the Pietà.
Through laughter, grief, and paradox, Terry weaves a ...
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Episode 27 - The Surprise of Easter: A Story of Grace, Grit & Dirty Dishes
On this Easter Monday—one filled with both hope and grief following the passing of Pope Francis—we reflect on a story that reminds us what resurrection really looks like: surprise, grace, and the tender solidarity of “I’ve been there. You’ll be okay.”
In this episode, Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a story of a yo...
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Episode Overview:
In this stirring episode, Joshua Minden and guest Terry Nelson-Johnson guide you through a reflective journey into the mystery of the cross during Holy Week. With stories drawn from real-world hardships—from the early days of the Ukraine conflict to the heartbreak of lost landmarks in Los Angeles—this episode challenges you to rediscover Jesus in every broken and painfu...
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Welcome to Episode 25: A Profound Lenten Reflection
Dive deep into this reflective episode where Terry imagines a personal encounter with Jesus on the way of the cross, blending Ignatian spirituality with the art of loving-kindness meditation.
Chapters:
00:02 – Introduction: Joshua welcomes you to the episode.
00:57 – Spiritual Storytelling: Terry introduces the concept of engaging with Jes...
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Welcome to Episode 24 of Stories & Other Things Holy. In this episode, host Joshua Minden and storyteller Terry Nelson-Johnson share a deeply moving story about saying goodbye—a layered farewell that invites us to release what no longer serves us. Through reflective dialogue and heartfelt narrative, this episode challenges us to ask: What must I let go of to welcome new life?
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Welcome to Episode 23 of Stories & Other Things Holy – the fourth installment in our Lenten series. In today’s episode, Joshua Minden and Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson explore the transformative power of letting go. They share personal stories about leaving behind old identities, the courage to risk vulnerability, and how embracing the in-between can lead to a more authentic self.
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Join us for Episode 22 of Stories and Other Things Holy with Terry Nelson-Johnson. In this candid conversation, Terry recounts a funeral visit that took an unexpected turn when he accidentally signed the “Book of the Dead.” Far from a grim tale, this lighthearted moment leads to profound insights on the Lenten season, our mortality, and how embracing both can ignite hope.
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Welcome to Episode 21 of “Stories & Other Things Holy.”
In this episode, Joshua Minden introduces a powerful reflection drawn from the Gospel of Luke—the story of Jesus’s temptation in the desert—inviting us to question the labels we’ve internalized from our past. Terry Nelson-Johnson then shares an intimate story about a conversation with his mother—a moment when makeup, memor...
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Welcome to Episode 20 of Stories & Other Things Holy – a heartfelt Lenten reflection that invites you to explore the transformative power of letting go. In this episode, host Joshua Minden and principal storyteller Terry Nelson-Johnson share a personal and unexpected journey: while visiting Star Rock in central Illinois, Terry experiences a life-changing massage that not only eased ...
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Welcome to Episode 19 of Stories & Other Things Holy! This week, host Joshua Minden and principal storyteller Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson bring you a heart-stirring tale about a once-vicious dog who finally trusts enough to be loved. Using this unlikely story of healing and connection, we dive into deeper questions of spirituality, grace, and the choice to let go of isolation.
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In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a story about his seven-year-old son’s daring bobsled-style adventure—sliding down the stairs on a comforter. When play turns painful, Terry witnesses an unexpected moment of resilience that changes his perspective on risk, love, and how we grow from life’s inevitable bumps and bruises.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- A comi...
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Welcome to Episode 17 of Stories & Other Things Holy! In this heartfelt installment, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson recounts an intimate story centered around his daughter Claire and a pivotal moment of vulnerability in his family. When faced with unexpected challenges—from a family crisis to the tender aftermath of loss—Terry discovers that our destiny is to be held. He explains how bein...
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📖 Humiliation or Humility? The Wisdom of Falling | Stories & Other Things Holy 🎙️
What happens when we fall—physically, emotionally, or spiritually? In this episode, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a poignant story about his mentor, Silky, a man who exuded grace and confidence, and how one unexpected moment changed his perspective on humility, vulnerability, and grace.
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The Trustworthiness of Pain | Stories & Other Things Holy
In this episode, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson and host Joshua Minden delve into the paradoxical relationship between pain, suffering, and healing. Through a humorous yet poignant story about physical therapy and a profound insight from Terry's son, the conversation explores how pain can be redemptive and lead us to new life w...
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Stories and Other Things Holy!
Have you ever wondered what it really means to take a leap of faith? Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson shares a joyful and tender story about a trapeze experience that illustrates how trust, hope, and risk are all part of living a life of faith. Through reflections on Jesus’ ultimate leap of trust, we’re invited to let go of our fea...
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