Rev. Heidi C. Heath on Politics & Faith: A Big Dose of Hope

Today, many of us are finding ourselves feeling a bit anxious. We originally weren’t going to put out an episode today, mostly because it was impossible to know what would be needed in this moment. But then I came across Rev. Heidi C. Heath via her page, Notes from the Chaplain, and I knew her voice was just the one for the moment. 

On today’s episode, we dive into the realm of politics and faith. One of the things Heidi said that really stood out to me is: The Gospel is inherently political, but it is not - and never should be - partisan. She sheds a lot of light on how our theology informs our policies, and where that theology has fallen short and, in many cases, caused harm. But what I valued most about this conversation is how much it left me feeling hopeful. Rev. Heidi calls us into remembering who Jesus is, what he is about, and how clear he is on how we build and work towards the Kingdom of God in this world.

My friends, if you are needing some Good News today, this is it. Snuggle up with your favorite blanket and some fuzzy socks, or put on your walking shoes and get outside, and listen in. Let Rev. Heidi’s words fill your soul with goodness, grace, a little bit of discomfort, and a whole lot of hope.

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Bio: The Rev. Heidi Carrington Heath is a writer, Chaplain, activist, organizer, and holy mischief maker and proud queer femme.  She is a public theologian and teller of hard truths, someone who holds pain and joy with the same breath. She is also an armchair politico, and the curator of online community at Notes from the Chaplain. You can also read more of Rev. Heidi’s work on Medium.