Priest and Yoga Teacher: The Rev Corinne Hodges, Vicar of Holy Family, Santa Fe

Interview with Vicar Corrine Hodges: A Journey of Faith and Leadership In this engaging interview, Corrine Hodges, Vicar of the Church of the Holy Family in Santa Fe, shares her spiritual journey to priesthood. As a prior Roman Catholic, Corrine's vocation started by serving nursing home residents. She talks about her transition from the Catholic Church to the Episcopal Church, the key moments that shaped her calling, and her unique approach to ministry by emphasizing 'giving ministry away' and nurturing others in their service to God. Corrine also discusses her additional career as a yoga teacher, which she attributes has brought balance to her life and ministry. The discussion also focuses on the importance of sabbaticals and maintaining healthy boundaries and pacing in ministry. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:19 Corrine's Journey to Priesthood 01:55 Transition from Roman Catholicism to Episcopalian 03:46 Corrine's Ordination and Seminary Experience 05:37 Corrine's First Parish Job and Move to Indiana 07:54 Moving to Santa Fe and Joining the Holy Family Church 10:32 Balancing Priesthood and Yoga Teaching 12:24 The Growth and Structure of Holy Family Church 13:09 Maintaining Work-Life Balance and Prioritizing Essential Tasks 23:46 Recognizing and Managing Stress 25:09 The Role of Exercise in Stress Management 25:49 The Importance of Sabbaticals 26:39 The Power of Mindful Activities 27:39 Recognizing Signs of Overstress 28:38 The Art of Pacing in Clergy Life 29:19 The Importance of Rest Before and After Vacation 30:18 The Role of Exercise in Maintaining Focus 31:42 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Preaching 33:10 The Importance of Mellowing with Age 33:35 The Pitfalls of Multitasking 34:27 The Role of Yoga in Stress Management 35:33 The Importance of Being Present and Mellow 37:28 The Importance of Giving Ministry Work 41:05 The Role of a Priest in Nurturing a Community 42:00 The Importance of Letting Ministries Die When They Need To 45:57 The Role of a Priest in Building and Nurturing a Team

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