Pastoring in the Digital Parish
Religion & Spirituality:Christianity
The loneliness epidemic and building meaningful community with Charles Vogl
We’re joined by Charles Vogl, author of “The Art of Community”.
We discussed the need for intellectual, emotional, and action components in spiritual communities–no matter how they meet. Charles also emphasizes the importance of intimacy and vulnerability in creating meaningful digital experiences. We also look at the loneliness epidemic in America and how organizations can deliver on the three promises of community events to promote growth, connection, and freedom of choice.
Charles Vogl is an adviser, speaker, and the author of three books, including the international bestseller The Art of Community. Drawing on three thousand years of spiritual traditions, Charles teaches the wisdom and principles to build deep community and resilient relationships that foster innovation and integrity within organizations and around the world. He holds an M.Div. from Yale, where he studied spiritual traditions, ethics, and business as a Jesse Ball duPont Foundation scholar. His work is used to advise and develop leadership and programs worldwide within organizations including Airbnb, LinkedIn, Twitch, Amazon, ServiceNow, Meetup.com, Wayfair and the US Army. Visit with Charles at www.charlesvogl.com
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Find episode notes and more resources for digital ministry at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish
In this episode:
[00:00:00] “Digital ministry strategies discussed with Charles Vogel.”
[00:04:13] Bridging the disconnection in society
[00:09:16] Promise of value creates community
[00:14:11] Remembering religion’s value sets
[00:17:24] Three components for healthy spiritual communities
[00:21:24] The hard work of digital community-building
[00:25:58] Missed opportunity to connect at events
[00:30:48] Three promises: choice, connection, growth
[00:33:40] (Ad) Safer Sanctuaries – comprehensive abuse prevention resource
[00:38:00] Misunderstood breakouts lead to toxic situations
[00:41:07] Podcast wrap-up, resources mentioned
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