A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast
Welcome to A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast, the podcast where we respond to your questions and comments on issues of faith, social justice and church life. Don't be afraid to write in and ask your question because if it matters to you, it matters to us and it just might be a matter of faith. Whether it be faith in God, faith in others or faith in yourself. We are brought to you by the Office of Faith-Based Investing & Corporate Engagement, the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program, and Unbound: An Interactive Journal on Christian Social Justice for the Presbyterian Church (USA). Submit questions to faithpodcast@pcusa.org. LISTENING GUIDES FOUND IN PODCAST SHOW NOTES.
A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast
Myth or Religion? w/ Lydia Griffiths
Drag Queens and Kings are the Beloved!
Question of the Week:
What is an acceptable level of "extra" noise during a worship service? People cough, babies cry, and some folks have their phones ringing. It can all add up. What is tolerable to some is not as tolerable to others. What do you think?
Special Guest:
Lydia Griffiths, Mythologist, Writer & Storyteller & Ph.D. Candidate at Pacifica Graduate Institute
Guest Question:
What is the difference between mythology and religion? Why are some things considered a myth, legend or folktale and others are something that people believe as a part of their faith and religion? Can a myth become a part of a religion?
Lydia Griffiths' Website
Some of Lydia's Writings:
“Tumblr’s Reception of Webtoon Lore Olympus’ Apollo” - Mythological Studies Journal
“America’s Mythic Superheroes” - The Roaring Economist
Additional Reading Recommendations:
Rollo May- A Cry for Myth
Michael D. Nichols - Religion and Myth in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Chris Knowles - Our Gods Wear Spandex
Lawrence Hatab - Myth and Philosophy
James Hillman - Revisioning Psychology
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