In this episode, we are joined by Susan Rogers, who transitioned from a nine-year career as an occupational therapist to founding and pastoring The Well at Springfield, a diverse faith community in Jacksonville, Florida. Over the past 13 years, The Well has become a home for individuals from various faith backgrounds, including agnostics and atheists, united by their curiosity, storytelling, and shared effort to practice the way of Jesus. Susan shares her journey, insights on fostering inclusivity in faith communities, and the power of asking questions and telling stories.Susan also discussed how The Well prioritizes community and practical engagement over rigid doctrinal beliefs, fostering an inclusive environment for people from various faith backgrounds, including agnostics and atheists. She also discusses their innovative shift to holding gatherings at an outdoor community farm, reflecting their commitment to adaptability and inclusivity.We discussed: Harm caused by high-control faith communities and the need for authenticity and vulnerabilityPractical advice for individuals seeking a safe and inclusive faith communityThe Well's unique approach of focusing on practices rather than a set of beliefsChallenges of holding space for individuals who have experienced spiritual trauma and the responsibility of creating a safe and welcoming environmentLearn more about Susan Rogers at:Website: https://www.thewellatspringfield.org/Learn more about the Unburdened podcast: Instagram: @theunburdenedpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Unburdened Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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