The Faithful Resistance

In 1974, 11 women were ordained to the Priesthood in the Episcopal Church. These underground ceremonies were conducted by three retired male Bishops who said, “obedience to the spirit justified their actions”. 50 years later, this story is about a woman who, pushed out of her faith tradition of origin, discovers the Episcopal Church. It offers her a space of healing from religious trauma. Yet, its traditions- though beautiful and meaningful- lack the down-to-earth Jesus community connectedness that she longs for.Without a model for this expression of Christianity, she decides to start her own church. A place for ex-Evangelical wanderers. A place where the faithful resist.

The Faithful Resistance is a society podcast hosted by Abbey Normal, with 14 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Abbey Normal hosts The Faithful Resistance, a society show with 14 episodes published.

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  Episode #13

  EXTRA: The Making of Iglesia Episcopal del Espíritu Santo

  May 24, 202630 minS1

  <p>If you listened to the series, you know a bit about church planting. Yet, each church has unique needs. Back in 2016 Reverend Maggie returned to Cincinnati straight from seminary and found herself thrust into a neighborhood that needed more than a pulpit. What begins as homework club grows into a fragile, radiant community called Iglesia Episcopal del Espíritu Santo.</p> <p>Between language gaffes and late-night shifts, Maggie learns to be a guest, not a host: earning trust by staying, sharing meals, helping parents fill out passport forms for kids, and offering a safe space as politics darken.</p...

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  Episode #12

  St. Lucy's Church

  Dec 15, 202556 minS1

  <p >This is the chaotic, joyful birth of new church, St. Lucy’s!  Everything does not go as planned. And some things, elder Abbey has not had to pre-think about – The Many Children! How do you mesh spiritual traditions with rambunctious toddlers? Well, this episode you get to hear how the crew handled it, corralling babies behind an altar rail, and ultimately discovering- you have to feed the kids!</p> <p >Tune in to hear all about this wacky and wonderful launch day, and what the team has learned since. It’s warm, imperfect, and full of hope. With joy on the...

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  The Faithful Resistance

  Introduction: The Faithful Resistance

  Dec 2, 20254 minS1

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  Episode #11

  Praying Shapes Believing

  Nov 18, 202551 minS1

  <p>St Lucy’s is almost a church! But, what will a church service be like? In the final month of planning, the team learns what is required for an Episcopal Eucharistic Service. They discuss each of the 7 steps that provide structure, and wonder about the meaning behind each one. How do you create an experience that won't create in-groups and out-groups, but practices anyone can participate in?</p> <p>Poking at implied power structures, this is about community more than perfection: flexible liturgy, homemade challah and thrifted cups, a table for offerings (and needs), and conversation instead of lecture. We...

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  Episode #10

  Toil and Trouble

  Oct 27, 202547 minS1

  <p >This is the messy middle: a church being born amid political turmoil, attacks on the vulnerable, and communities in despair.</p> <p >The St. Lucy’s team navigates the turbulent climate in early 2025, leading to some reality checks. They face questions about how they can support those with religious trauma, those who are grieving, and those who are afraid. And do it all while processing their own grief and feelings of inadequacy.</p> <p >As many seek solace, there is an increased demand for churches to not simply offer belonging but also, protection. Tune in for an intimate, unpolished co...

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