Bridget Black shares her journey of faith and spiritual development, from growing up in a non-religious household to finding her place in the church. She discusses her experiences with altar calls and the lack of follow-up, as well as her conversion to Christianity in her mid-20s. Bridget also talks about her exploration of theology and her shift in beliefs, including her affirmation of the queer community. She shares her passion for spiritual formation and soul care, and her desire to sit alongside people and help them on their spiritual journeys. Bridget also touches on the concept of church and the importance of belonging. Bridget shares her journey of reimagining church and creating her own practice of church through her Instagram account. She reflects on the elements of church that she finds important, such as gathering with others and learning to be with humanity. Bridget also discusses the lack of diversity in church communities and the importance of experiencing different cultures and perspectives. She emphasizes the need for the church to have conversations about its history and to be open to different interpretations of scripture. Bridget's hope for the church is that it continues to evolve and reimagine itself, embracing diversity and being faithful to the movement of the Spirit.

About Bridget Black:

Bridget Black is a Certified Spiritual Director and Theologian at Soul Kin Community, where she helps people heal and grow in their personal and spiritual lives, by exploring their inner world and story while learning to notice the presence and movement of God in and around them.

Find Bridget Black:

Website- SoulKinCommunity.com

Instagram- @thebridgetblack

Email: Bridget@soulkincommunity.com Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/collisionpodcast⁠⁠

Keywords:

faith, spiritual development, church, altar calls, conversion, theology, beliefs, affirmation, queer community, spiritual formation, soul care, belonging, reimagining church, gathering with others, diversity, church history, different interpretations of scripture, evolving church, movement of the Spirit