What might God form in us when we walk in seasons we would not have chosen? In this episode, we continue our series on seasons of formation by talking with Lori Shoults, a spiritual director in her late 50s with three adult children and growing grandchildren. Lori shares how her early faith was traditional and knowledge-based, but a significant question from posed to her in her early 40s opened a new inward journey of vulnerability, self-knowledge, and experiencing God’s love. She describes how the Ignatian Exercises and the Paschal mystery shape her current formation, especially through a recent breast cancer diagnosis that required deep consent and trust. We discuss practices that sustain her now, and what God is forming in her through all of life's ups and downs.
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CLICK HERE to learn more about a personal download or subscription to oneLife Maps.00:00 Welcome and Series Setup
00:50 Meet Lori Shoults
05:07 Traditional Faith Foundations
06:27 A Question That Opened Tears
09:04 A Year of Inner Formation
12:41 Why the Shift Happened
16:47 Ignatian Exercises Lens
19:12 Paschal Mystery Rhythm
21:31 Consent in Crisis
22:08 Cancer Diagnosis Journey
23:42 Breath Prayer in MRI
24:52 Sober Joy Through Pain
26:37 Releasing Outcomes
29:45 Embodied Openness Practices
31:51 Rhythms Walking Reading Fasting
34:54 Examen and Indifference
37:25 Where to Connect Next
39:51 Resources and Farewell
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She lives with her husband Tyler and elementary-aged twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.
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The REALIFE Practice Podcast is a space where hosts Teresa McCloy and Lindsay Sterchi explore the rhythms of life through the lens of spiritual growth. Together, they provide practical insights on how to integrate faith into everyday moments, offering tools and resources for deepening your faith, and recognizing and responding to God in your everyday life story. Through personal stories and reflections, the podcast encourages you to pay attention to God’s presence in both the ordinary and extraordinary. Whether you’re seeking spiritual renewal or simply want to practice living with intention, this podcast is your guide to nurturing your faith in daily life and your deeper life story.