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The VergeNow Podcast is designed to give encouragement, inspiration and guidance to creatives and innovative ministry leaders. Over the last eighteen years as an experimental “arts church,” Convergence: A Creative Community of Faith has come to believe that a vibrant spiritual imagination and skillful, disciplined creativity are the keys to faithfully meeting the challenges facing our churches, our communities and our world.
Episodes
Jun 20, 2023
Jun 20, 2023
6 min
God knows we need to see him. We need to feel God’s presence. This week’s meditation invites you to reflect on the ways God is present to you in the person of Jesus and through his Church - through us; God’s kingdom on earth.
Originally created by Convergence for the Spiritual Collectives, “An Undivided Heart” Scripture Meditation Series answers the question: “How do I find peace?” by taking you on a journey to find an undivided heart.
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Jun 13, 2023
Jun 13, 2023
6 min
God is not an old man with a beard sitting in angry judgment or an apathetic witness in the clouds somewhere above. God knows our weaknesses and failings and doesn’t hold them against us. In fact, his response is always compassion. This week’s meditation invites to internalize God’s overwhelming love and let go of any voice of condemnation.
Originally created by Convergence for the Spiritual Collectives, “An Undivided Heart” Scripture Meditation Series answers the question: “How do I find peace?” by taking you on a journey to find an undivided heart.
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Jun 6, 2023
Jun 6, 2023
7 min
Do you ever feel like as you worry and hurry and plan and want, you’re looking but not seeing? Listening but not hearing? Loving. But the joy is missing?
This week’s meditation invites you to take a step into the joy of God’s presence by really abiding the “one thing.”
Originally created by Convergence for the Spiritual Collectives, “An Undivided Heart” Scripture Meditation Series answers the question: “How do I find peace?” by taking you on a journey to find an undivided heart.
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
May 30, 2023
May 30, 2023
7 min
The idea of worshiping idols seems so primitive. Yet, when I really think about it I realize that there are many things that steal my heart from true worship. This week’s meditation asks you to consider whether or not your heart is divided and invites God to redirect the desires.
Originally created by Convergence for the Spiritual Collectives, “An Undivided Heart” Scripture Meditation Series answers the question: “How do I find peace?” by taking you on a journey to find an undivided heart.
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
May 23, 2023
May 23, 2023
7 min
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Says Jesus in Matthew 5:8.
“A pure heart is one that is unencumbered, unworried, uncommitted and which does not want its own way about anything but which, rather, is submerged in the loving will of God.” -Meister Eckhart
Wow, doesn’t that sound good? All I have to do is let go of all my “what if’s” and I’m there. Seems hard. But maybe it’s possible? This week’s meditation invites you to let go of your illusions of control and simply trust God.
Originally created by Convergence for the Spiritual Collectives, “An Undivided Heart” Scripture Meditation Series answers the question: “How do I find peace?” by taking you on a journey to find an undivided heart.
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
May 16, 2023
May 16, 2023
7 min
What is the root of worry? Isn’t it usually deep down, about security, safety, control? How about - identity?
The Bible makes it clear that the person I call “me” is someone whose identity is already secure, rooted, defined. Someone that God is deeply in love with and yet.. I wonder how well I really know that “me.”
This week’s meditation invites you to look deeper for your sense of self.
Originally created by Convergence for the Spiritual Collectives, “An Undivided Heart” Scripture Meditation Series answers the question: “How do I find peace?” by taking you on a journey to find an undivided heart.
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023
13 min
Join Rev. Lisa Cole Smith from Convergence for a four-part study exploring the spectacular effort of God’s chosen people in an art project of magnificent scope. It takes the entire community of makers, craftspeople, leaders, administrators, teachers and patrons all working together under the leadership of artists to fulfill God’s command: Build a dwelling place for the Spirit of God. Neither Moses nor priests, warriors nor politicians were qualified to lead the task. This time, artists are called by name, filled with the Spirit, and charged to lead God’s people. Come discover the original call of the artist and re-consider your creative gifting in light of the “wise-hearted ones.”
The Wise-Hearted Ones Ep. 4: Ministry of Imagination
Written and Narrated by Lisa Cole Smith
Produced and Engineered by Dan ABH
Original Music by Jay Smith www.jmusic.us
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023
22 min
Join Rev. Lisa Cole Smith from Convergence for a four-part study exploring the spectacular effort of God’s chosen people in an art project of magnificent scope. It takes the entire community of makers, craftspeople, leaders, administrators, teachers and patrons all working together under the leadership of artists to fulfill God’s command: Build a dwelling place for the Spirit of God. Neither Moses nor priests, warriors nor politicians were qualified to lead the task. This time, artists are called by name, filled with the Spirit, and charged to lead God’s people. Come discover the original call of the artist and re-consider your creative gifting in light of the “wise-hearted ones.”
The Wise-Hearted Ones Ep. 3: Idols and Altars
Written and Narrated by Lisa Cole Smith
Produced and Engineered by Dan ABH
Original Music by Jay Smith www.jmusic.us
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023
25 min
Join Rev. Lisa Cole Smith from Convergence for a four-part study exploring the spectacular effort of God’s chosen people in an art project of magnificent scope. It takes the entire community of makers, craftspeople, leaders, administrators, teachers and patrons all working together under the leadership of artists to fulfill God’s command: Build a dwelling place for the Spirit of God. Neither Moses nor priests, warriors nor politicians were qualified to lead the task. This time, artists are called by name, filled with the Spirit, and charged to lead God’s people. Come discover the original call of the artist and re-consider your creative gifting in light of the “wise-hearted ones.”
The Wise-Hearted Ones Ep. 2: An Artist Ordained
Written and Narrated by Lisa Cole Smith
Produced and Engineered by Dan ABH
Original Music by Jay Smith www.jmusic.us
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023
30 min
Join Rev. Lisa Cole Smith from Convergence for a four-part study exploring the spectacular effort of God’s chosen people in an art project of magnificent scope. It takes the entire community of makers, craftspeople, leaders, administrators, teachers and patrons all working together under the leadership of artists to fulfill God’s command: Build a dwelling place for the Spirit of God. Neither Moses nor priests, warriors nor politicians were qualified to lead the task. This time, artists are called by name, filled with the Spirit, and charged to lead God’s people. Come discover the original call of the artist and re-consider your creative gifting in light of the “wise-hearted ones.”
The Wise-Hearted Ones Ep. 1
Written and Narrated by Lisa Cole Smith
Produced and Engineered by Dan ABH
Original Music by Jay Smith www.jmusic.us
Apr 25, 2023
Apr 25, 2023
3 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 8: We Are Image Bearers. What is your response to God’s summons to true identity and purpose? To the lover’s call to deepest intimacy? To the voice that beckons you to follow? The command to awaken and live?
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Apr 18, 2023
Apr 18, 2023
5 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 7: We Do Not Choose. We Respond. Imagine receiving your calling in life as a visceral, tangible experience. Not something you choose or even know but something that happens to you. Something of a coming alive to a reality you may not have known existed.
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Apr 11, 2023
Apr 11, 2023
5 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 6: You Are a Cherished Creation. This is the voice that’s calling you; telling you - “You are My cherished creation. You have a purpose. Follow me.”
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Apr 4, 2023
Apr 4, 2023
5 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 5: What Are You Doing Here? Isn’t that a question we all hear at some point? Triggered by life circumstances, age, or suffering. And we wonder, “What am I doing here?”
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Mar 28, 2023
Mar 28, 2023
4 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 4: Where Are You? You were designed for communion with God.
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Mar 21, 2023
Mar 21, 2023
5 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 3: Please Come Close. We live our lives longing to hear this voice and to respond like lovers.
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Mar 14, 2023
Mar 14, 2023
4 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 2: "Let There Be." And The Was! God voiced into being all of creation. And as he called out, he gave us not only life but identity and purpose.
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Mar 3, 2023
Mar 3, 2023
5 min
You are invited to pause, breathe deep and listen for the still, small voice.
WEEK 1: Is Your Heart Restless? A “call,” is no mere job or task. It's a summons that beckons to something deep in each of us.
This original scripture meditation series is an exploration of the nature of "call."
It was created by Convergence for our Spiritual Collectives series "On Calling."
Watch the video and visit our video library on our YouTube channel.
Read the meditation in written form on the blog here.
Learn more about how you can develop your ability to hear God's voice in the everyday and in community here.
Convergence is a place of community and spiritual formation for artists. We'd love to connect with you at: https://www.vergenow.org
Jul 20, 2020
Jul 20, 2020
5 min
If we live in a constant state of wishing for "do-overs" we are unlikely to turn in any kind of audience-worthy performance at all.
In this original video series from Convergence: Created to Create, we are invited to consider our responsibility to curate and create culture not only in our churches but in our world.
Production/Editing: Dan ABH
Script/Narration: Lisa Smith
Music: Hayden Arp, www.haydenarp.com
Jay Smith, www.Jmusic.us
Featured Images: Laura Lyon, www.lauralyonphoto.com
See more at www.vergenow.org
Jul 3, 2020
Jul 3, 2020
3 min
The mystery of God requires us to experience and trust something that needs more than intellectual understanding. Art is not luxury. Art is order.
In this series, Created to Create, we are invited to consider our responsibility to curate and create culture not only in our churches but in our world.
Production/Editing: Dan ABH
Script/Narration: Lisa Smith Original Score:
Jay Smith - www.jmusic.us