Church Potluck: A Smorgasbord of Christian Curiosity
A Smorgasbord of Christian Curiosity! Church Potluck serves up thoughtful, friendly, informal conversation at the intersection of Christianity and contemporary culture. Just like a church potluck, we offer variety: a variety of topics, a variety of academic disciplines, and a variety of Christian traditions. Guests are friends and colleagues who are also experts in the fields of sociology, political science, theology, philosophy, divinity, and more.
Church Potluck: A Smorgasbord of Christian Curiosity
ADVENT DAY 1: Advent Calendars
Welcome to the Church Potluck Advent Calendar—a daily series of short, joyful reflections exploring simple traditions that help us prepare the way of the Lord. Each 5–10 minute episode highlights a different Advent or Christmas ritual, mixing heartwarming personal stories with gentle spiritual insight. A light, cozy way to slow down, savor the season, and rediscover the hope of Advent.
In this episode, we kick things off with special guest Julianne Bailey, who shares her childhood memories of Advent calendars, how they became part of her own family’s traditions, and how reconnecting with her Methodist roots deepened their meaning. From dry European chocolates to homemade Hershey Kiss countdown ribbons, Julianne brings warmth, humor, and heartfelt reflection as we explore how these simple countdown practices help us prepare for Christmas—both practically and spiritually.
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