How can hospitality be something we do as a spiritual practice? In this episode, we’re introducing a new series expanding hospitality beyond entertaining or having a “gift” for hosting. We talk about hospitality as creating a safe, open space where friends or strangers can experience the welcoming spirit of Christ, drawing on definitions and quotes from Adele Calhoun’s Spiritual Disciplines Handbook, including the idea of offering the welcome of Jesus to any and all. We explore how hospitality can fit different temperaments and settings—homes, coffee conversations, churches, professional contexts, and everyday life—emphasizing presence, safety, and freedom from ego or agenda. We share our own personal experiences of receiving hospitality and invite you to notice where you’ve experienced it as well.

00:00 Welcome Back
00:18 Series On Hospitality
01:49 Redefining Hospitality
02:47 Essence And Quote
04:40 Temperament And Stereotypes
06:52 Adele Calhoun Definition
09:48 Traditional And Motives
12:12 Teresa Personal Stories
15:29 Lindsay Dinner Example
19:25 Everyday Life Invitation
20:15 Practice And Reflection
21:21 Resources And Closing Verse

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About Teresa McCloy:
Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives.

She lives with her husband of over four decades on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens, and traveling as much as possible. Connect with Teresa on Facebook or Instagram.

About Lindsay Sterchi:
Lindsay Sterchi is the Spiritual Formation Director at the REALIFE Process®. She also writes about habits and rhythms for the Mind, Body, and Soul for a holistic approach to spiritual growth and formation at lindsaysterchi.substack.com.

She lives with her husband Tyler and middle school twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.

When she’s not working or spending time with her family, you’re most likely to find her reading a good book. Connect with Lindsay on Facebook or Instagram.