Courage to Thrive

Courage to Thrive

“When wrestling with depression and anxiety, getting out of bed is a courageous move,” shares Rev. Dr. Bob Flanagan in the first of his two books in the Courage to Thrive series. “When panic attacks and suicidal thoughts strike, finding victories in the small things of life and reframing feelings can help a person flourish even in the midst of mental health struggles.” He knows all about that. “I have spent two decades combating mental illness head-on,” Father Bob says.

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June 3, 2026 66 mins
June 2026: Welcome to Ep8 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Opening up to life’s greatest kindnesses and unlimited possibilities Bob asks Kip:  We’ve known each other since our high school years. Let’s start with a background question. You’re a mom with two adult children. When so many people our age are thinking of retirement and slowing down. What made you decide to do even more? How did you get s...
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May 2026: Welcome to Ep7 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Taking a deep dive into Suicide Prevention Father Bob asks Christine about her background, path to running this foundation, and her advice for families and those struggling with thoughts of suicide About our guest: Dr. Christine Yu Moutier (pronounced You Moo-tee-ay) knows the impact of suicide firsthand. While in medical training and in her...
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This month’s topic: Tackling Sexual Trafficking About our guest: Lauren Breeden serves as Director of Formation and Families and is part of The Falls Church Episcopal’s senior leadership team. She is known for innovative formation, curriculum writing, and developing holistic programs that equip people of all ages to engage deeply in the exploration of faith. Before entering church leadership, Lauren spent twelve years c...
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March 2026: Welcome to Ep5 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Hebrew Bible Studies Father Bob talks with Dr. Stephen L. Cook about his many books, his work as a Professor of Hebrew Bible at Virginia Theological Seminary — and the state of the world Bob asks Stephen:  Describe your spiritual journey. How did you go from a Connecticut kid to a biblical scholar at a prominent US seminary? You lecture in...
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February 2026: Welcome to Ep4 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! This month’s topic: A Day in the Life of the Canterbury Cathedral Father Bob and David will discuss:  Would you describe your spiritual journey? (From Northern Ireland to Canterbury Cathedral) What part of your journey required you to act with courage? What is your work like as Dean of Canterbury Cathedral? Describe a day in the life of the Dean of Canterbury. Th...
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January 2026: Welcome to Ep3 of Father Bob Flanagan’s Courage to Thrive show! This month’s topic: Defense Against the Dark Arts Live from the Seminary: On the final day of his fall 2025 semester class at the Virginia Theological Seminary, Father Bob interviews Episcopal priest and psychotherapist, Dr. Charles Mayer, on the topic students have been studying all semester — exorcism. Father Bob and Charles will discuss: Wh...
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December 2025: Welcome to Ep2 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: A conversation about Father Bob’s newest book, “While Mortals Sleep: Reading Phillips Brooks through Twenty-First-Century Eyes” Father Bob talks with Karen about: “The hymn ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem,” which the focus of Karen’s chapter in the book. About our guest: Karen Swallow Prior, Ph. D. ...
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November 2025: Welcome to the Courage to Thrive show, hosted by Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan, best known as Father Bob. About our host: An esteemed Episcopal priest and author, Father Bob has dedicated his life to spiritual transformation and caring for others. With a profound connection to his faith and an unwavering commitment to helping those in need, he has touched countless lives through his ministry, writings, and teachings. Bob’...
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This week at Elaine’s Literary Salon we meet the author of Courage to Thrive: Finding Joy and Hope in the Midst of Mental Health Struggles, Rev. Dr. Robert D. Flanagan, also known as Father Bob. About the author: An esteemed Episcopal priest and author, Father Bob has dedicated his life to spiritual transformation and caring for others. With a profound connection to his faith and an unwavering commitment to helping those in n...
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