Nathan Foster talks about what he learned while practicing the discipline of slowing down with God. He is joined by Juanita Rasmus, co-pastor of the St. John’s United Methodist Church in Downtown Houston, and Jon Bailey, co-founder of Lightstock and Renovaré Board Chair.
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Jonathan R. Bailey works at the intersection of Christian Spiritual Formation and technology. He co-founded Dwell, an app for listening to Scripture, and serves with Renovaré. His writing explores the Threefold Way—purgation, illumination, and union—for a deeper life in Christ. His book with IVP releases in Fall 2026. Find his work at jonathanrbailey.com, or follow him on Substack and Twitter/X. He lives in Frisco, TX, with his wife and children.
Juanita is a speaker, writer, spiritual director, and contemplative. She copastors the St. John’s United Methodist Church in downtown Houston with her husband, Rudy. Started with nine members in 1992, thousands have joined the St. John's family, making it one of the most culturally diverse congregations in the country. Pastor Juanita has served as a member of the board of directors of Renovaré and its ministry team founded by Richard Foster. Additionally, Juanita serves on the board of her alma mater, Houston Graduate School of Theology, and on advisory boards for Rice University's Religion and Public Life Program and re:MIND Houston. Learn more at her website juanitarasmus.com.
Nathan Foster is an author and host of Life With God, a Renovaré Podcast. Formerly, he was an Associate Professor of social work and served as the Andrews Chair in Spiritual Formation at Spring Arbor University. He was also a licensed clinical social worker and certified addictions counselor. Nathan has published two books, including The Making of an Ordinary Saint: My Journey from Frustration to Joy with the Spiritual Disciplines.
