The Gathering

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My Life - 30 years in 30 minutes

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May 23, 2006 12:05 AM PDT

What do Drug dealing murder attempts, A hooker at a birthday party for a 13 year old, drive by mothering and teenage pregnancy have to do with faith and spirituality and where does church fit this whole thing anyway... Since there are a few folks listening each week now, I thought it would be good to introduce myselfe and give you the option to run away quickly. So...here is 30 years in 30 minutes! Yes, I said 30 minutes, as you know I don't normally podcast that long, but I couldn't sum up 30 years any quicker (plus it was 2am when I recorded this) - what can I say, my life is a mess... and it is an open book for all of you since I don't think I'm the only one. Thanks again to Anne Goodrich at www.goodrichdesign.net for turning me into a cartoon. (I need to start running again, look at those chins!)

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Welcome to The Gathering, a place where I openly wrestle with real life struggles of life, faith and spirituality.

Download a few episodes - old and new to hear what I mean

I believe that there is more to life than what I can see with my eyes.
I don't think I have all the answers, but I believe that we can discover a better life together through passionate conversations & the experiences we all bring to the table.
I hope that these podcasts will inpire conversations about faith, love and hope.
If you like what you hear, make sure to "add me as a friend" and "Become a fan". Don't forget to add your comments by sending an email or calling my audio comment line.

peace & love,
m@
"I wear the black for those who've never read or listened to the words that Jesus said."
Johnny Cash

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My name is Mat Koenig and I am seeking others who value truth.
I struggle with life, faith and religion and I don't think that I'm the only one.

I think that we are supposed to live our lives in community with others so I am trying to create a place that isn't about religion. It is my dream to create, with others, a place where transparent, honest, and meaningful relationships are formed. I want to help bring together a community of people who desire a life where it is safe to be honest about who you are, without worrying who will judge you.

Wouldn't it be nice to share life with a group of others where you really love and caring for each other, no matter what your differences are? Wouldn't it be nice to know that if you are hurting, there's a waiting shoulder to cry on?

For me, and many others, church has not been this place... but I ask the "church":why is that?

From what I understand, Jesus said that he came so people could have a better life.

I want to experience that kind of life and I want to experience it with friends; new and old.

I am seeking truth, happiness and love and I am inviting you to be part of starting this online community known as The Gathering.

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