Gemma Ryan

In this enlightening discussion, Reward Sibanda, a senior advisor at World Vision from Zimbabwe, Gemma Ryan, an Irish associate pastor and spiritual director, and Tyler Staton, lead pastor at Bridgetown Church, explore the profound art of prayer. They dive into various dimensions of communication with God, illustrating how structured prayers like the Lord's Prayer can deepen intimacy and connection. They also shed light on the significance of community in prayer and emphasize trusting God’s provision, revealing prayer as a transformative journey in spiritual life.

Gemma Ryan, a spiritual director and former associate pastor, invites listeners to explore the profound themes of waiting and hope through the lens of Simeon's story in Luke 2. She poses transformative questions about what we are waiting for and who we are becoming in that waiting. Gemma emphasizes that waiting isn't passive; it can be a time of active transformation and spiritual growth. She shares personal experiences of how waiting refines the soul and connects listeners to the sustaining presence of the Holy Spirit as they navigate their own journeys.

Gemma Ryan, author and pastor who focuses on spiritual formation and communal rhythms, explores how everyday domestic practices and shared patterns shape Christian life. She traces the rule of life from monastic roots to communal adoption. Topics include cultivating longing before disciplines, leadership modeling, slow implementation, and practical ways churches form people through proximity and apprenticeship.

Gemma Ryan, a pastor and spiritual director at Oaks Church in Brooklyn, dives deep into the transformative world of prophecy. She discusses how individuals can tune into God's voice through personal experiences and reflections. Gemma contrasts Old and New Testament prophecies, emphasizing inclusivity post-Pentecost. The importance of community in nurturing prophetic insights and trust is highlighted, alongside the sacred practice of prophecy and the need for reverence and love in sharing divine messages.

Gemma Ryan, experienced in leading a church, discusses integrating a rule of life into individual contexts. Topics include developing shared practices for spiritual transformation, embracing unique gifts in community, and navigating failure and faithfulness in spiritual practices.