Podcast: Awaken To God's Presence

Created in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, this series features guided spiritual practices to help you connect with the Divine no matter where you are or what’s going on around you. The original set is A1 thru A10. More guided practices are added periodically. Push pause on your life for fifteen minutes and receive a gift of peace…in the midst of the storm.

A23 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Dwelling – World Conference

Take some time to journey with host, Tyler Marz, on a “Dwelling” adventure to the place where many will soon gather for World Conference. Place yourself in the seats where hymns have been sung, legislation has been considered, inspired words have been shared, and lives have been encouraged to carry on the mission of Jesus…

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A22 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Jane Gardner

Have you ever stopped to consider the magnitude of the stars? In this episode of Awaken to God’s presence, Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner helps listeners reflect on the condition of their hearts… considering what is written there. Journey with Jane in reflection and confession through the spiritual practice of Body Prayer, and find healing and…

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A21 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Centering Prayer

Could you use some quiet in your life? A little more time to be with God? Join Tyler Marz as he introduces and leads the practice of Centering Prayer. All you need is ten minutes, and it will be time well spent.  HOST: Tyler Marz Download Transcript

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A20 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Teach Me to Listen

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through a Jesuit prayer to start us off in 2023!  Host: Tyler Marz Download Transcript

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A19| Awaken to God’s Presence | Sacred Waiting

Advent is a time for intentional waiting. Join Tyler Marz as he takes us through a meditative practice based on the hymn “God Almighty, We Are Waiting”, from Community of Christ Sings #397. Host: Tyler Marz Download Transcript

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A18 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Pause, Gratitude, and Thanksgiving

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through a guided meditation that invites us to pause, be grateful, and have a posture of thanksgiving.  Host: Tyler Marz  Download Transcript

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A17 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Autumn Harvest

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through a guided meditation for the upcoming autumn months.  Host: Tyler Marz  Download Transcript

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A16 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Lectio Divina Prophetic Voice

Minister Tyler Marz takes us through a Lectio Divina based on Doctrine and Covenants 162:8a. As part of a prophetic community, we invite you to meditate on these words and think about the power resident in your own sacred story.  Host: Tyler Marz Download TranscriptDownload Audio

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A15 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Blessing the Boats

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation reflecting on the ebb and flow of life. Sit back, relax, and think about what is tides in your life and what you are learning from them.  Host: Tyler Marz Download Audio

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A14 | Awaken to God’s Presence | Micah 6:8 Lectio Divina

Minister Tyler Marz invites you into this meditation from Micah 6. Sit back, relax, and think about what it means to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly before God. Host: Tyler Marz Download Transcript

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