Sacred & Strange
Welcome to Sacred & Strange — the official podcast of The Porch Missional Community & Coffee Roasters.
Hosted by Jason Urena, Sacred & Strange is a space where theology meets mystery, story meets spirit, and nothing is too weird to talk about. Each episode features honest conversations with guests from all walks of life—exploring the sacred moments that shaped them, the strange encounters that stretched them, and the passions that make them who they are. From deep theology to cryptids, church wounds to comic books, revival to the mundane, this is where the wild and the holy collide.
Brew a cup, open your mind, and join the journey.
Sacred & Strange
Sacred & Strange | Welcome to Sacred & Strange w/ Jay & Erinn Urena
In this introductory episode, hosts Jay and Erinn Urena, leaders of the Porch missional community in Riverhead, New York, introduce themselves and their vision for the 'Sacred and Strange' podcast. They share their journey, including their backgrounds, meeting at a ministry school, and their calling to create a unique church experience that diverges from traditional models. The episode delves into their motivation to build a community-focused space centered around conversation and genuine connections. They plan to feature friends and acquaintances with diverse and compelling stories, aiming to inspire and bring hope to listeners by showcasing the sacred and strange aspects of life. The podcast aspires to foster deeper relationships with Jesus through shared experiences and to provide a platform for expanding their community's table.
00:00 Welcome to Sacred and Strange
00:56 Meet Your Hosts: Jay and Erinn
01:18 The Vision Behind the Podcast
01:57 A Journey of Faith and Community
04:12 Innovative Church Planting
06:12 Creating Safe Spaces
07:18 The Porch: A Missional Community
11:24 The Sacred and Strange Podcast
15:44 Building a Bigger Table
16:30 Conclusion and Next Steps