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Addiction is such a huge topic which can't be covered properly in one episode, so this episode of Sunday Sanctuary is primarily for those in the orbit of people struggling with addiction. How can we support those who we know are struggling? Do we need to seek support for ourselves? To start off, Producer Sam hit the streets to talk to everyday people about their experiences with addiction. Later on, Petra Bagust talks to Rev. Petra Zaleski, an Anglican priest and spiritual care practitioner. Petra has a graduate diploma in addictions and mental health as well as lived experience with alcoholism.  Come for the compassionate support for loving those in the grips of addiction and stay for the 'sacred text' from the film The Outrun as well as music from James Brown and Lily Allen. Sacred Text: - Scene from the 2024 film The Outrun Music: You are the Gold by Terrible Sons (intro song) Space is the Place by Ezra Collective Caja de la Sala by Kruangbin King Heroin by James Brown NIUEANS OF ARIKI STREET - HOME- 01 by Hanisi Garue Walk Alone to Hear Thoughts of Your Own by Laura Misch Eveyone's At It by Lily Allen memory as miniatures by Rachika Nayar

Changing your mind about what you want for dinner is easy. Changing your mind about what you think about someone, how you vote, or what you believe, is not. In this episode of Sunday Sanctuary, Petra talks with friend of the show Spanky Moore and producer Sam talks to Jesuit priest Father Michael Smith in search of some guidance through the process of re-evaluating our opinions. Music: Losalamitoslatinfunklovesong by Gene Harris Bean by Orions Belte I Might be Wrong by Radiohead Pine Trees by Mary Lattimore Can I Change my Mind by Tyrone Davis Zionsville by Khruangbin

This episode originally came out in 2024 Holding a grudge is a tantalising temptation. Especially when someone has clearly wronged us. After all, they deserve to be held accountable for what they did, right? In this episode, Petra and her guests explore what the big fuss is with forgiveness. And we’re not just talking about the earth-shattering acts of forgiveness, but garden variety forgiveness that can be weaved into our everyday life as we inevitably bump into the people around us. Petra talks to counsellor and podcaster, Charlotte Cummings about the emotional world of forgiveness, and Rev Dr Malcolm Gordon about the nuts and bolt of the forgiveness process. So if you’ve got a grudge that won’t budge, you’ve come to the right place. Sacred Text: Excerpt from The Book of Forgiving by Desmond and Mpho tutu. Rev Malcolm Gordon's Podcast Series: A Field Guide to Forgiveness Featured Music: The Light by The Album Leaf I'm Not Sorry by Morrissey Brother by The Brilliance

The role of fathers in our lives can be a mixed bag. There are, of course, tremendous examples of good fatherhood around and yet the brokenness of absent or abusive fathers casts a long shadow. So what does that mean for our view of God, who is so often referred to as father? Petra's first guest is John Cowan, a broadcaster, parenting coach, father and grandfather who's spent decades examining family dynamics and can happily provide a bit of encouragement to dads listening. Sam Bloore also joins us with his thoughts on God as father, and how different framing of the devine can give fresh vitality to our unique spiritual journeys. Music: You are the Gold by Terrible Sons (theme music) My Old Man by Mac DeMarco Old Man by Neil Young Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns N' Roses

ADHD can make it harder to engage in many spiritual practices that we've been told we should do. What happens, though, when we embrace a more inclusive way of pursuing God? In this episode,  Petra's first guest is Mark Pierson, a worship curator. He has spent decades designing spaces for people to engage in worship that looks very different to a typical church service.  Later in the episode, Petra talks to Laidlaw College's Academic Dean, Rev Dr Maja Whitaker, about the research she began after some students came to her and said "hey, this spiritual formation course you're teaching isn't working for us, and here's why..." Maja's work since has lead to a book that will be coming out in November, so keep your ear to the ground for that one. Music: You are the Gold by Terrible Sons Innerspace by The Apples in Stereo Lalo o le Mauga by SANGUINE I'm Only Sleeping by The Beatles Free by Florence + The Machine Low Tides by Christoph El Truento

We all have rituals. Some might have deep cultural significance, but some we do without realising – like clinking glasses when we meet for a drink. Why has ritual been a central part of every known human society? What do rituals do for us? Are we losing our connection with ritual?  And do we need to rediscover it? In this insightful episode, Petra and her guests ruminate on the richness of ritual. So light a candle, boil the kettle, take a few deep breaths… and enjoy! Music: You are the Gold by Terrible Sons (theme song) Be Still and Know that I am God, Composition by Roman Hurko, Performed at Church of St. Francis Xavier, New York, Conducted by Michael Zaugg. Lights Are On – Instrumental, composed by Tom Rosenthal, performed by Edith Whiskers. Ritual Union by Little Dragon. Sacred African Music | Ethereal Zulu Humming & Tribal Voices

Judging others is something we all do, and we all want to do less often! "But how!?" we hear you cry! To begin our exploration of the root of judginess and what we can do tomove past it, Petra has spoken to a crack duo of guests. First up is former Stuff visual journalist, Abigail Dougherty. Abigail describes for Petra how she learnt the need to put aside judgement in her job as a journalist and how her faith has allowed her to keep a more open mind. Next up is Dr Graham Redding, the Douglas Goodfellow lecturer in Chaplaincy Studies at the University of Otago. Graham explores God's judgement of people and whether His character is actually different between the Old Testament and the New Testament of the Bible. If you're interested, here is Abigail's portfolio Sacred texts: This scene from Ted Lasso where Ted plays darts against former AFC Richmond owner, Rupert. Music: You are the Gold by Terrible Sons (theme song) Grazing in the Grass by Hugh Masekela Peace Blossom Boogie by Babe Rainbow You're So Vain by Carly Simon Tumutumu Mauga by SANGUINE Changes by David Bowie Equipoise by Max Roach

"Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It is a covenant between equals." - Father Gregory Boyle. This is the quote that guided this episode of Sunday Sanctuary. Petra gets into the history behind this quote, and along the way, talks with social worker Aaron Hendry of Kick Back and Sr Margaret-Anne of the Sisters of Compassion in Wellington. Sacred Text: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan (The 2024 film adaptation with Cillian Murphy is well worth watching!) Music: You Are The Gold by Terrible Sons (intro song) A Message Especially from God by Robert Vanderbilt and the Foundation of Souls Girl by Jamie xx Talk by Coldplay Zionsville by Khruangbin Rescue Blues by Craig Finn Oh My God by Kevin Morby Slider - Lorenzo Saxophone Dub by This Is The Kit

To Give, Or Not To Give? That is the question Petra is looking into on this episode. First up, Te Waka McLeod tells Petra how she was shaped by the generosity of her māmā. In the second half, Petra talks to others in the Love It Media staff team about their experiences of giving and receiving. In-between, there is a reading from Robin Wall-Kimmerer's book 'Braiding Sweetgrass' and music from Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Natalie Merchant. Sacred Texts: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall-Kimmerer Songs: International Flight by Nathan Haines Beans by Orions Belte Give It Away by Red Hot Chilli Peppers Clair e Lune by Claude Debussy Exchange by Massive Attack Kind and Generous by Natalie Merchant Statue of a Woman by Novo Amor Tesifa by Laney Tripp

We're all disciplined at some things and not at others, right? Self-discipline is not a very popular topic to explore, but in this episode we push forward anyway! Producer Sam starts by talking to cook and author Nici Wickes and human behaviour specialist Hayden Brown about the way that the theory of self-discipline translates to reality. Later on, Petra ropes in Frank Ritchie to unpack what it means to be spiritually disciplined, and why you might be doing better at it than you think..... Sacred Texts: Annie MacManus' interview with Femi Koleoso on her podcast Changes Music: Space is the Place by Ezra Collective NIUEANS OF ARIKI STREET - HOME - 01 by Hanisi Garue Raisins Under the Sun by Yussef Dayes ft. Shabaka Hutchings Frolic by Jake Xerxes Fussel Running Out of Time by Paramore Shakara by Ezra Collective ft. Kokoroko Morning Ritual by Casual Healing Ocean City by Gunn - Truscinski Duo Hayden Brown's podcast is called Breakthrough with Hayden Brown | Website | Spotify

Isn’t having a good old belly laugh just the best thing?! Humour brightens up our lives. It’s fun, frivolous, fanciful, frolicsome, farcical and, well, freakin’ funny. But what if humour is also foundational to our flourishing and fulfilment? This week we’re taking humour seriously. We talk to psychologist Nettie Cullen about what humour does for us and Petra sits down with her old comedy mate, David Downs, who used humour to get through an otherwise grim cancer journey. And we even hear from some of you, accosted by us while relaxing in a park. Oh and we promise you a hearty helping of hilarity along the way!   Comedy Clips: James Acaster - Undercover Cop bit Sarah Pascoe - ADHD Diagnosis bit Jerry Seinfeld - It Is What it Is bit Guy Montgomery - A Problem Shared bit   Podcast Clips: The Imperfects - Shane Jacobson Episode   Music: You Are the Gold by Terrible Sons (intro song) She’ll Be Coming Round the Mountain - from The Topp Twins Music for Kids Have You Fed Baby Huey Today by Surprise Chef Business Time by Flight of the Conchords from HBO One Night Stand The Mantra by Vulfmon, Devon Yesberger and Noé Socha

How do you react to being misunderstood? It's pretty rough, right? In this episode of Sunday Sanctuary, Petra Bagust catches up with punk rocker turned Anglican priest, Rev. Spanky Moore, who introduces Petra to an "MRI of the soul" called The Litany of Humility. Sacred texts include works from Eddie Izzard, Nina Simone, Michael Leunig and more. Later in the episode, Petra talks to therapist and author Shirley Pastiroff about where the pain of being misunderstood comes from, and whether seeking to be understood is always the best idea.... Sacred Texts: Death Star Canteen bit from Eddie Izzard's 2002 show called Circle 'Kangaroo' scene from Denis Villeneuve's film Arrival Music: You Are the Gold by Terrible Sons (intro song) Damaged Goods by Gang of Four Outro by media puzzle Pīwari by Christoph El Truento Close but Not Quite by Everything is Recorded featuring Curtis Mayfield and Sampha Lalo o le Mauga by SANGUINE Don't Let Me Be Misunderrstood by Nina Simone Walk Alone to Hear Thoughts of Your Own by Laura Misch

In this episode, Petra digs into what it looks like to actively care for the world we live in. First up, producer Sam heads to the mighty Waikato to talk to organic farmers Pauline and Sam Hunt. If you've ever wondered what it means to be an organic farmer or what it looks like to practice conservation on working land, this chat is for you. Later in the episode, Petra talks to Ed Walker, the Executive Director of A Rocha International. A Rocha is a faith-based conservation charity with a presence in over 20 countries around the world. Sacred Texts: Feminism, The Body and The Machine by Wendell Berry Prayer for Nature by Walter Rauschenbusch (used as the benediction) Music: Pīwari by Christoph El Truento Bees by Caribou Grazing in the Grass by Hugh Masakela Let the Waves Know by Christoph El Truento and Lucky Lance Sun Rays Like Stilts by Tommy Guerero Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) by Marvin Gaye East Cape by Headland Cinquante Six by Ali Farka Touré

We don't need to do everything by ourselves. Especially when life gets hard, it is super important to let others in to carry the weight of things together. To guide us in how we might do that, Petra first talks to Irish author and documentary producer Kevin Toolis about his book My Father's Wake. As it turns out, the Irish grieving ritual is packed with moments where people gather around the bereaved. In the second half, we bring back a conversation with former producer Grace McArthur from our 2024 episode on confession. She lays out Brené Brown's wisdom around vulnerability, a key ingredient in sharing the load with others. A list of bookstores selling Kevin Toolis' book can be found here Sacred Texts: Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom The film Living, directed by Oliver Hermanus and starring Bill Nighy and Aimee Lou Wood Music: FTA by Whitney Ocean City by Gunn-Truscinski Duo The Weight by The Band Innerspace by The Apples in Stereo One by U2 Pray for Me by SAULT Equipoise by Max Roach

In a world of contant busyness and rushing around, it can be really hard to wait. In this episode, producer Sam unpacks his own difficult relationship with waiting and lands on a few questions to help guide his patience. Later on, Petra talks with Nathan McLellan, the CEO of Venn Foundation, about the different scales of waiting and how the biggest, most existential kind of waiting can guide our everday need for patience. Sacred Texts: Oh The Places You'll Go by Dr Seuss What it Means to Wait by John Dennison Music: Rock & Roll by The Velvet Underground Caja de la Sala by Khruangbin The Guitar is Dead 3 by Horsegirl Ya Ya Breathe by Bruno Pernadas It's Going to Take Some Time by Carole King A Calf Born in Winter by Khruangbin If Only I Could Wait by Bon Iver and Danielle Haim Exchange by Massive Attack