About this episode

In this episode, we explore the significance of acknowledging sadness and grief as a pathway to deeper compassion and connection with others.

In Week 3 of our Lenten series “Sent Forth,” we explore what it means to be blessed with tears to shed. Rather than ignoring sadness, grief, or suffering, we consider how these experiences can deepen our compassion and connection with others. Looking at the story of Jesus weeping with Mary and Martha, we reflect on how true compassion grows from acknowledging our own pain and shared humanity. What if our tears are not weakness—but an invitation to walk with others in hope? Find out more about Storied Church @ STORIEDCHURCH.org TO GIVE storiedchurch.org/give JOIN SC DISCORD: https://discord.gg/MdqSpQPxkH JOIN OUR LISTSERVE: storiedchurch.org/connect instagram.com/storiedchurch facebook.com/storiedchurch YouTube: @storiedchurch921

People in this episode

Host: Storied Church

Guest: Jason Gaskin

Topics covered

• Lenten series
• compassion
• grief
• shared humanity
• suffering
• hope

Keywords

• Lenten series
• compassion
• grief
• suffering
• hope
• Jesus
• tears

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Storied Church

Books & works: Sent Forth

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