Gatherings, the Lottery, and the Bean

Nov 11, 2026  •  Barry Rager, Jonathan Groves

We begin this podcast with a focus on some strange news, followed by what worship gatherings were like for Barry and Jonathan growing up. In addition, they discuss what they admire from other traditions that they would add in to New Circle's Gathering.


Links to the articles discussed:

Michigan man collects $500,000 lottery prize from Christmas - UPI.com

Hundreds gather to attempt to 'move The Bean' in Chicago - UPI.com