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Wes Ellis and Abiding in Amen
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- Radical Sacred
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- Feb 4, 2026
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Summary
We had a lovely time chatting with Wes Ellis about his book Abiding in Amen: Prayer for a Secular Age! Wes is a pastor, professor, and author who decided to look at prayer through a gentle, nonjudgmental, and playful lens. We chat about abiding in prayer, silence, what resonates deeply within us, and approaching prayer in a hopeful, open hearted way. We hope that this episode gives you the space you need to check out prayer in new and innovative ways! May your prayers flow through you freely, may they reach the depths of your heart and spirit, and may your prayers lead you to act. Show Notes: Abiding in Amen Wes Ellis Website The Uncontrollability of the World by Hartmut Rosa God in Creation by Jurgen Moltmann Theology of Play by Jurgen Moltmann Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Prayer and Its Significance 05:11 Exploring the Challenges of Prayer in a Secular Age 10:25 Defining Prayer: A Two-Way Communication 13:10 Prayer as Technology: A Cautionary Perspective 18:33 Resonance in Prayer Practices 21:11 The Concept of Disposable Prayer 24:40 The Importance of Play in Spiritual Life 27:09 The Importance of Play and Joy in Troubling Times 27:50 Prayer as Community Action 30:08 Suffering with the World: A New Perspective 33:15 The Role of the Church in Transformation 35:19 Being Ready: The Nature of Prayer 38:27 Everything as Prayer: A New Understanding 44:58 Breath Prayer and the Desert Fathers 51:04 Finding Beauty Amidst Darkness 52:03 Invitation to Simple Prayer 53:48 NEWCHAPTER