“I believe that good listening can transform our world. The Siburt Institute’s Intersection series has both discussed and demonstrated what good listening can look like. Over the course of the past year they have hosted conversations about racism and politics, which require listening well to those with whom we might disagree, and also had conversations about different kinds of prayer, which involves listening deeply to God. These have not only discussed listening, but also demonstrated it by unfolding in a dialogue rather than a lecture. These conversations have been valuable resources throughout this past year, have helped me to personally feel less alone in the work of ministry, and have helped me to become a better listener along the way.”