Jan 21, 2020
SHOW NOTES
Above the waterline conversations are the norm for our society – we talk about the weather or the latest tv show we watched or the cute thing our kid did. But how often do you share the “deeper stories,” the stories that reveal our fears, heartache, and so on? When we tune into our “below the waterline” we see the beautiful depths of our human soul clearly.
Today’s guest is Chuck DeGroat (LPC, PhD), a counselor whose approach includes going beneath the waterline, integrating aspects of therapeutic work and spiritual direction while drawing from the wisdom of a variety of methods. Join him with our host Stephen W. Smith as they delve into the distinctives of soul care from a counselor’s point of view, and how it can invite us to pay attention to the longing in our hearts.
SPECIAL GUEST CHUCK DEGROAT
Chuck is Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality at Western Theological Seminary Holland MI, and Co-Founder and a Senior Fellow at Newbigin House of Studies, San Francisco. He is a licensed therapist, author, retreat leader, and spiritual director. Chuck has been married to Sara for 25 years, and has two daughters.
Chuck has spent the last 20+ years in a dynamic combination of pastoral ministry, seminary teaching, and clinical counseling. His books are practical and pastoral, meeting readers at the intersection of our spiritual journeys and the very real struggles we experience.
RESOURCES FROM PODCAST
Cura Animarum – Translate is the cure of souls.
Chuck’s new book mentioned “When Narcissim Comes to Church” - Pre-ordering available HERE. Book officially published March 2020.
Leslie Newbigin Quote: “I am neither optimistic nor pessimistic, Jesus is Lord.”
Soul Care Institute - Cohort taught by Chuck in Michigan