Crossroads from Washington National Cathedral

Join us for highlights from an in-person conversation with the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of Texas, about the challenges of modern-day faith. Through the lens of Bishop Doyle’s latest book, we discussed the forces that challenge our spiritual lives and how we can respond with courage, clarity, and conviction. 

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ep-43-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• https://www.churchpublishing.org/unabashedfaith

Join us for a special edition of Crossroads featuring a conversation with Dr. Jane Goodall and Dean Randy Hollerith, recorded just 12 days before her passing. Known and beloved around the world for her groundbreaking study of wild chimpanzees and as a global advocate for human rights, animal welfare, and species protection, Dr. Jane spoke to us about faith and hope, the power of curiosity, and the importance of empowering young people to advocate for conservation and the fundamental need to respect all forms of life on Earth.

 

Download Transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ep-42-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• https://janegoodall.org/
• https://rootsandshoots.org/

 

The Rev. Dr. Russ Levenson, Jr., acclaimed author and spiritual advisor to the late George H.W. and Barbara Bush, joins Dean Randy Hollerith to discuss Rev. Levenson’s latest book, Witness to Belief. Listen along as they dive into insights from the book’s unique collection of interviews—from cultural icons to Oscar winners—on how their Christian faith has fueled their creativity and guided them through the challenges of their lives.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ep-41-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• Witness to Belief

“Do no harm” and “treat the whole person” are fundamental principles of the medical field and also resonate with pastoral care rooted in the Christian tradition. Internationally-renowned physician-scientist Dr. Michael DeBaun joins Canon Missioner Leonard Hamlin and Dr. Sonia Coman to discuss how these principles guide the work of doctors and spiritual shepherds in today’s highly techonologized environment.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ep-40-transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• Dr. DeBaun's Election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Continuing our exploration of AI and ethics, the podcast welcomes David Timis, an expert in disruptive technologies and workforce development. With experience at Google and now as part of the leadership of Generation, one of the world’s largest employment nonprofits, David lends his perspective and insight to this timely conversation on how AI is reshaping the workforce.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ep-39-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• Learn more about David
• The Human Difference in the AI Age

Icons of biblical and American history adorn many of the Cathedral’s stained glass windows, needlepoint kneelers, and stone carvings. Chosen at the time as figures to be remembered or emulated, what advice or insight might these icons have for us about the challenges of our current society? Canon Leonard Hamlin joins Kevin Eckstrom for a creative exploration of Cathedral iconography.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ep-38-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• "Icons Speak" in Cathedral Age

How can the simple act of gathering interfaith groups for a meal help promote peace? The Rev. Terry Kyllo, Executive Director of Paths to Understanding, is exploring this idea through The Potluck Project. He joins Cathedral Dean Randy Hollerith to discuss how this small yet profound exercise can overcome division and help foster understanding across denominations and faiths.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ep-37-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• The Potluck Project
• A Better Way

The Cathedral is home to one of 12 special editions of the Saint John’s Bible — the first hand-written, hand-illuminated Bible commissioned by a Benedictine monastery in over 500 years. The Rev. Dr. John F. Ross, Executive Director of The Saint John’s Bible Heritage Edition, joins the podcast to share the inspiring story behind this masterpiece of Biblical art.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ep-36-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• Learn more about the St. John's Bible
• Contact Rev. Dr. Ross 
• Turning the Pages - Explore a digital version of St. John's Bible
• A Closer Look at the Cathedral's Copy of the St. John's Bible

In today’s increasingly AI-powered world, how can churches help their parishioners utilize AI while staying authentic and ethical? The Rev. Mercedes Clements and the Rev. Peter Levenstrong, co-hosts of the AI Church Toolkit podcast, join Dr. Sonia Coman and the Rev. Jo Nygard Owens to discuss ways to center your creativity and your relationship with God to help navigate this new era of disruptive technology.

 

Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ep-35-Transcript.pdf

 

Additional Resources:

• AI Church Toolkit Podcast
• Living Stories Sermons

As we celebrate July 4th and mark just one year until America’s milestone 250th birthday, multidisciplinary artist Chas Fagan joins Kevin Eckstrom and Dr. Sonia Coman for a closer look at our nation’s history at the Cathedral. Fagan, who painted the official portrait of First Lady Barbara Bush and sculpted a statue of President Ronald Reagan at National Airport, shares his unique insights on American iconography at the Cathedral, including his own carvings.
 
Additional Resources:

• Crossroads episode featuring Chas on St. Phoebe carving
• Crossroads episode on Edith Wilson