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Jim Keat on the Intimacy of Online Connections
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- Radical Sacred
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- Mar 18, 2026
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- 3203
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Summary
Rev. Jim Keat of The Riverside Church joins us this week to talk about creating intimate spaces and reciprocal relationships online. Jim is a runner, digital creator and pastor who views the internet as a vast opportunity for connection, care, and transformation. This conversation is a lovely reminder of the power of community on site or online. Show Notes: Riverside Church jimkeat.com The Convergence Network @revjimruns Bible in a Minute Jim’s Substack Imagination by Assata Shakur Key Topics Embodiment in digital spaces Creating intimacy online Navigating online critique and negativity Ethics of technology in faith communities Building reciprocal relationships in digital spaces Chapters 00:00 The Power of Belief and Affirmation 02:32 Introducing Jim Keat: Digital Ministry Innovator 04:05 Navigating Digital Spaces in Ministry 05:42 Redefining Digital vs. Physical Experiences 10:12 Creating Intimate Online Spaces for Ministry 12:03 Fostering Connection in Digital Gatherings 15:12 Mindfulness and Running: A Personal Journey 18:05 Nature's Lessons for Digital Engagement 20:07 Noticing the Present: A Mindful Approach 24:03 Inhabiting Spaces: The Contrast of City and Small Town 26:28 Navigating Progressive Faith in Small Towns 30:03 Creating a Liberative Church Experience 31:33 Handling Online Critiques and Community Engagement 35:07 The Role of Technology in Building Relationships 38:33 Experiencing Reciprocity in Digital Spaces 43:17 Ethics of Technology and Digital Ministry 49:12 Addressing Global Issues and Personal Heartbreak