Listen "018: Building Community (ft. Joshie Ruiz)"
Episode Synopsis
You wanted to find and build community, but do not know where to start? Listen in as Joe, Sai'Tavian, Marc, and this week's guest, Joshie. As they share personal experiences and insights on fostering authentic connections, nurturing faith-filled relationships, and cultivating a sense of belonging within college ministries and community in general. Through the lens of scripture, they illuminate the significance of community in shaping and strengthening our walk with Christ to reconcile the importance of community in light of the gospel.This episode serves as a beacon of encouragement for listeners seeking to deepen their sense of community and spiritual support. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that inspires unity, fellowship, and a renewed commitment to building faith-filled connections rooted in the love and grace of the gospel.Host(s): Joseph TowSai’Tavian https://instagram.com/lyrical_austinMarc Arteus https://instagram.com/marcarteusGuest(s):Joshie Ruiz https://instagram.com/tjoshie.ruizProduction Manager(s): Christian McClure & Marc ArteusProducer(s): Joseph Tow, Sai'Tavian Austin, Michael Chavez-Cano & Marc ArteusEPISODE TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:00 - Catching up…02:37 - …Joshie’s “optimistic gaslighting”?…06:12 - …Marc saw a UFO?08:43 - Let’s talk about “building community”12:29 - Embracing the discomfort of finding community14:08 - To be in community is to fulfill the “imago Dei”17:18 - Personal time in isolation is NOT overall a bad thing18:50 - To pour out, we have to be poured in20:20 - What is lacking in community?24:48 - The fear of looking for community28:01 - An example of someone being hurt by community31:06 - The solution to “church hurt”35:16 - Church community over time38:06 - Showing love in community41:30 - Beauty of discipleship in community46:51 - Practical ways of finding community55:44 - Closing remarks56:14 - Closing prayer57:28 - Outro
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