The Mystic Lens

'I dont know' is a complete sentence | Jaxon Phoenix, author of Only Us

Jaxon Phoenix joins us for a chat about his journey through faith, deconstruction, and the writing of his book 'Only Us.' 
We dive deep on questioning traditional beliefs, navigating an existential crisis, allowing experience to guide us, and finding hope in community and authenticity. 
We also talk a little about the creative process of writing as a means of healing and expression, which was a great addition to the convo! 
If you dig the convo, you'll enjoy his book 'Only Us: Searching for the Truth about the Identity of God and Humanity'.
Amazon: https://a.co/d/00h3um9
Connect with Jaxon on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxonphoenix88/ 

Where is the line?

Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.
Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org 

Parenting as a spiritual practice with Amy Hughes, Author of Words Like Honey

In this episode we talk with author Amy Hughes about raising children with love, trust, and authenticity—without fear-based religion or rigid control.
Amy, a mom of nine, shares her personal journey from authoritarian Christian parenting toward a more relational, spiritually aware approach that values curiosity, connection, and the unique identity of each child.
We talk about:
Gentle parenting and Christian faith
Navigating spirituality and child development
How to guide kids without controlling them
Creating a safe space for kids to ask questions and explore beliefs
Letting go of fear in parenting and trusting God
Why words have the power to heal ("words like honey")
Raising kids in both Christian and spiritual/mystic circles
If you’ve ever wrestled with how to parent in a way that fosters independence and self-awareness, or how to keep a strong relationship with your kids as they grow into their own beliefs, this conversation will speak to you.
Connect with Amy:
Instagram – https://instagram.com/SimpleLittleAmy
Website – https://simplelittleabc.com 
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.
Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org 

Discovering Jesus outside of religion with Jordan Janowiak

In this episode, Jordan shares his path from a non-religious upbringing shaped by exposure to various spiritual traditions. Through a mentor and his own spiritual seeking, he was led to Self-Realization Fellowship and the Bhagavad Gita. Surprisingly, he found himself drawn to the life and wisdom of Jesus—not through traditional dogma, but through the teachings of Yogananda, prayer, and an openness to God’s guidance.
Jordan vulnerably shares about his journey with mental health and how he’s found healing and peace by integrating Jesus’ very human message with broader spiritual practices of union and oneness. This conversation highlights how the mystic path, inner experience, and freedom from rigid belief systems can open space for a more authentic and expansive spiritual life.
Thanks for listening!
To connect with Current further, visit https://thisiscurrent.org 

"God is a peculiar lover" - Daniel Colina

In this episode, Daniel joins for a conversation about witnessing God in people more than places, fighting for a faith that fits, and knowing God as a peculiar lover.
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.
Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org 

Can Christianity Evolve? | A Conversation on Deconstruction and Practical Mysticism w/ Tim Burnette

In this episode of The Mystic Lens, we chat with my longtime friend and fellow pioneer of new expressions of Christ-centered community, Tim Burnette, founder of Way Collective in Santa Barbara.
We talk candidly about:
Growing up as pastor's kids
Navigating theological shifts with our families
Tim’s cancer diagnosis and how it reshaped his worldview
Process theology and God as uncontrolling love
The intersection of contemplative spirituality and social justice
Why Jesus still matters in a post-church world
This is a must-listen for anyone on a spiritual journey of rethinking faith, reclaiming tradition, and seeking peace beyond polarization.
Connect with Tim & Way Collective: https://www.waycollective.org 🙏 Thanks for the great chat, Tim!
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.
Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org 

The Heart of a Christian Yogi with Tristan Jovanović

In this episode, Tristan Jovanović joins the podcast from across the pond in London, England. We talk about his early formation living in the United States, his sense of calling toward clergy, spiritual curiosity, and learning to embrace Christ while incorporating the wisdom of East through Buddhism and Vedanta.
Grateful to have you as a part of the Current community, Tristan!
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective.
Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org 

Christ-centered Mediumship (yes, you read that right!) with Maximilian Webster

In this episode, Max joins for a conversation about his journey into life coaching, becoming a medium, and subsequently encountering Christ. We talk about how powerful Jesus is in the spiritual realm and much, much more!
Connect with Max:
https://instagram.com/maximilian.webster.intl
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective. Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org
#mystic #spirituality #christianmysticism

Trusting the Divine Tug to Fully Be Yourself with Jake Haber

In this episode, we have our first episode with a voice beyond our local community - Jake Haber. Jake leads Aldea, a spiritual community in Tucson, Arizona.
In this conversation we talk about the journey of spiritual evolution (aka "deconstruction"), exploring various expressions of spirituality, and ultimately feeling the freedom to live from your true self and follow the path that is unique to you. All of that and much, much more!
Connect with Jake:
https://www.instagram.com/jakehabes/  https://www.instagram.com/aldeaspiritualcommunity/  https://www.aldeaspiritualcommunity.org
Buy Jakes new book:
https://a.co/d/9EmqTKB
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective. Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org
#mystic #spirituality #christianmysticism

God Beyond Religion | When Jesus Shows Up in an Energy Healing Session with Lyndsey Tapia

In this episode, we talk about Lyndsey's background in the spiritual and new age community then finding herself drawn to God in a profound way through an encounter with Jesus in an energy healing session. We also chat about learning to listen to God beyond the confines of religion, her practice as a healer, and how to navigate through the eyes of the heart.
Connect with Lyndsey:
https://instagram.com/rebirth.rhythms
https://instagram.com/trinityfrequencies
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Welcome to the Mystic Lens, a podcast but Current Collective Church where explore the spiritual path through stories of transformation from real people in our community and exploration of Christian tradition through a mystic perspective. Our hope is that these conversations will help us feel even more connected to God, ourselves, and each other inspiring us to live more expansively from the well of Living Water within.
To learn more or connect with us further visit https://thisiscurrent.org
#mystic #spirituality #christianmysticism