with Worship Associate Nora Makdad and musician David Dodd.

Why do we seek out fear when life already offers so much of it? From ghost stories to suspenseful films, people have long turned to scary stories as a safe place to feel what’s dangerous – a rush of adrenaline, a flicker of excitement, a controlled encounter with the unknown. These stories act as “emotional simulators,” helping us rehearse courage and curiosity in the face of life’s darker chapters. Together, we’ll reflect on how story itself becomes a rehearsal for transformation – stretching the muscles of bravery, compassion, and change – so that when real fear arrives, we’re already in shape to meet it.

Topics: Transformation