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Mess Makes Meaning
Caring for young children's spirituality is a delicate balance and can often be made more difficult when we grown-ups don't care for ourselves. Struggling through religious or church related trauma or even feelings of inadequacy when it comes to answering our children's big questions. At Mess Makes Meaning we are here to equip the parents/caregivers to remind them and their children they are deeply loved by interviewing some guests who are professionals in this vital work. With relatable humor from hosts and guests alike, this podcast is for you and created by Godly Play®
Mess Makes Meaning
Sacred Spaces within the Home with Jill Gidlund
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In this peaceful and inspiring episode of Mess Makes Meaning, we welcome Godly Play Trainer Jill Gidlund for a conversation about creating sacred spaces within the home. In the midst of busy schedules, endless to-do lists, and the everyday demands of family life, Jill invites us to slow down and consider how our homes can become places of connection, reflection, and presence.
Together, we explore the beauty and simplicity of creating home altars—intentional spaces that serve as reminders of what is meaningful, grounding, and sacred in our lives. Jill shares practical ideas for designing these spaces with children and families, emphasizing that sacred spaces do not need to be elaborate to be impactful. Rather, they can be created with ordinary objects, treasured keepsakes, natural elements, and symbols that invite wonder and reflection.
Throughout our conversation, Jill offers gentle encouragement to be present to the moments unfolding around us and to cultivate rhythms that help us notice beauty, gratitude, and connection in our daily lives. Her wisdom reminds us that creating sacred space is less about perfection and more about making room for intention, attentiveness, and meaningful encounters.
Whether you're looking for ways to deepen family rituals, create moments of stillness, or simply bring greater awareness into your everyday routines, this episode offers practical inspiration and heartfelt encouragement. Join us for this gift of a conversation as we explore how sacred spaces can nurture connection, wonder, and presence within our homes.
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