As August begins with a joyful chorus of "Rabbit, Rabbit," Tara Lamont Eastman explores the rich traditions of Lammas, Lughnasadh, and the first harvest. From playful rituals to ancient celebrations of bread and gratitude, this episode reflects on how harvest seasons invite us to gather, give thanks, and recognize the people who have nurtured our lives.
Marking ten years of ordained ministry, Tara shares personal stories of the mentors, friends, and communities who offered "good soil" during life's most challenging seasons. Drawing inspiration from the work of Diana Butler Bass and the agricultural parables of Jesus, this conversation reminds us that spiritual growth flourishes through love, hospitality, and shared abundance.
The episode also features Tara's original song, "Good Soil," and concludes with a blessing inviting listeners to celebrate the harvest within their own lives and the people who have helped them grow.
Whether you're observing Lammas, Lughnasadh, visiting your local farmers market, or simply looking for hope in an uncertain season, this episode offers encouragement to cultivate gratitude, tend your soul garden, and become good soil for others.
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Rev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary’s Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.
