Rise

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April 5th is not just Easter—it's the day envisioned for humanity's first contact with Vulcans in 2063.

Leddy Hammock opens the episode by linking the Easter theme of 'Rise' to April 5th, noting it's also envisioned as 'contact day' for first contact with Vulcans in 2063. She recalls watching the Artemis liftoff and reflects on the 1969 moon landing, emphasizing NASA's hope for peace on Earth. Hammock shares her spiritual journey, including childhood exposure to multiple faiths like Vedanta Hinduism, synagogue, and Unity Church. She details JFK's 1962 Rice College speech, where he compressed 50,000 years of human history into 50 years to highlight rapid technological advancement. The host discusses her son Levi's decision to be baptized and confirmed in the Catholic Church, describing the family's supportive but complex response. She sent Levi a Bible that had survived an electrical fire, symbolizing resilience. During the baptism, a purple cloth slipped to reveal 'INRI' on the cross, interpreted as a divine sign. Hammock recounts personal anecdotes, like her godfather seeing crosses in raindrops and her grandfather mistaking a neon cross for a vision. She addresses skepticism about Jesus's resurrection, referencing 'The Passover Plot' and affirming her belief in physical resurrection. The episode concludes with an analysis of Jesus's seven last words and seven post-resurrection statements, encouraging listeners to explore scriptures and embrace spiritual openness.

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A warm Easter reflection where a stubborn candle, Artemis, and interfaith family life all point toward rising.

Rise frames Easter as a call to wake up, linking the Artemis launch, a stubborn Easter candle, and the sight of Earth from space into a meditation on renewal.

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Press play when you want Easter to connect Artemis lifting off, a stubborn candle, and courage to rise.

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