July 26, 2025
Summer Mixtape 4
Rachel shares how her faith journey moved from fear and rigid fundamentalism toward a more expansive understanding of divine love through the concept of the Cosmic Christ, popularized by Richard Rohr. She describes how early encounters with God in nature contrasted with the fear-based teachings of her upbringing, eventually leading her into deconstruction and a rebuilding of faith rooted in connection, inclusion, and divine presence in all creation. Drawing on scripture, theology, and personal experience, she explains that “Christ” is not just Jesus’ name but a universal presence permeating all life and nature. This vision invites a shift in how we see God, ourselves, and others—recognizing inherent dignity, practicing love, and embracing a transcendent, ever-present divine light that connects and sustains everything.