On this Episode, Kattie and Allan explain some big changes that have occurred over the past few months. You may be surprised to hear, that this will be the final episode of Marriage on a Tightrope to appear on this podcast feed!  However, do not fear!  The Tightrope lives on!  You can follow Marriage on… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 138: See you later (not a goodbye!) The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 138: See you later (not a goodbye!) appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Today we’re joined again by author, screenwriter, song writer, and general wonderful human being, Carol Lynn Pearson.  We discuss her new book The Love Map.  But there is so much more in this episode.  We discuss putting “love” above differences and have get some wonderful insights from Carol Lynn about mixed faith marriage. We hope… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 135: Carol Lynn Pearson (The Love Map) The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 135: Carol Lynn Pearson (The Love Map) appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Kattie and Allan are excited to announce the next phase of Marriage on a Tightrope.  From weekly video episodes (!!!), to more events, online and in person meetups, another Workshop on a Tightrope with Natasha Helfer starting soon, Marriage on a Tightrope 2.0 is shaping up to be huge for the mixed faith space. Join us… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 134: Introducing MOAT 2.0 The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 134: Introducing MOAT 2.0 appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Jana Spangler joins Kattie and Allan to talk about her work at Symmetry Sols, her time as a student under Richard Rohr, and so much more.  Jana’s professional and personal experience combined with her training makes her an expert in the field of faith transitions. She is a sought-after podcast guest, speaker, presenter, and retreat… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 133: Jana Spangler The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 133: Jana Spangler appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Friday February 3rd 7pm – Dan McClellan will be be joining Kattie and Allan to speak on “Negotiating with the Bible”.  While the event is sold out, check our Facebook group event page on the day of the event for a Zoom link to join remotely.  This event is free, we’re asking for a small… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 132: Chelsea Homer from Lost and Found Club The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 132: Chelsea Homer from Lost and Found Club appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Marriage on a Tightrope is starting 2023 with a BANG.  So many events and announcements to share. Sunday January 29th – We will be joining Sunday Service to collect food for the Utah Food Bank.  Search for handle sunday.serv on Instagram for details. Friday February 3rd 7pm – Dan McClellan will be be joining Kattie… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 131: New Year, New Sunday Routine The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 131: New Year, New Sunday Routine appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Join us Saturday December 17th at 6pm for our Marriage on a Tightrope Couples Christmas party.  It will be at Enlisted Design, 345 Pierpont Ave, Salt Lake City.  It will be potluck style.  Bring something to share, and cans of food for donation to the Utah food bank. Our annual fundraising drive ends on December… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 130: Handling the Holidays The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 130: Handling the Holidays appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Aubrey and Tim Chaves are the hosts of the Faith Matters podcast and part of its executive board. They grew up near Salt Lake City, Utah and went to both middle school and high school together. Tim served an LDS mission to Montevideo, Uruguay. He attended BYU for his undergraduate studies before earning an MBA from… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 129: Aubrey and Tim Chaves The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 129: Aubrey and Tim Chaves appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Margi Dehlin graduated from BYU with a major in English and philosophy.  She did both cross country and track there as well.  She loves the beauty of the outdoors, reading a good book and creating deep abiding connections to those she loves most.  She is a certified life coach through the Life Purpose Institute, specializing… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 128: Margi and John Dehlin The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 128: Margi and John Dehlin appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Kattie and Allan discuss how they have invested in their marriage over the years.  From date nights to walks around the neighborhood, there are plenty of ways we can all invest in our own marriages. Kattie also talks about her experience at the Art of Desire retreat she attended with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and how… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 127: Investing in your Marriage and Yourself The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 127: Investing in your Marriage and Yourself appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

We’re back from our summer hiatus!  We spent a MONTH in the UK and we’re finally back on American soil.  Hear how the trip went, how Kattie’s summer break from church attendance went, and how she felt going back to church for the first time. Registration for the September 2022 session of Workshop on a… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 126: We’re Back! The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 126: We’re Back! appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

It’s been a while since Kattie and Allan have given an update on what’s going on in their Mixed Faith Marriage. In this episode Allan talks about reducing the religious content he posts on TikTok.  Kattie talks about some of the difficult aspects of church attendance. Their 10 year daughter Zara joins them at the… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 125: Mount Family Update The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 125: Mount Family Update appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Leslie and Ben are a Marriage on a Tightrope first!  They are a mixed faith couple from the Jehovah’s Witness faith.  They were brave enough to record this all on their own.  We know you’ll enjoy their story! Registration for the September 2022 session of Workshop on a Tightrope is now OPEN! Join us for… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 124: Leslie and Ben (Jehovah’s Witnesses) The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 124: Leslie and Ben (Jehovah’s Witnesses) appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Madison and Tommy Johnson join us for a conversation about being in a mixed faith marriage and newly married. You may have seen Tommy’s very popular Tik Tok channel @thetomsters which causes people to constantly ask him – so are you in or are you out of the church? Tommy has a large following on… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 123: Madison and Tommy Johnson (@thetomsters) The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 123: Madison and Tommy Johnson (@thetomsters) appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

We are delighted to have Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife back on Marriage on a Tightrope! Dr. Fife is a relationship and sexuality educator and coach. She teaches online courses and live workshops to individuals and couples seeking to develop their capacity for deeper emotional and sexual intimacy. Dr. Fife has created a space for couples to… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife The post Marriage on a Tightrope: Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Susan Hinckley and Cynthia Winward are the hosts of the popular “At Last She Said It” podcast. They are growing in both popularity and in content and we were delighted to interview them about their podcast. We feel strongly that there are amazing content creators out there who provide a myriad of support for others… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 121: At Last She Said It Interview The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 121: At Last She Said It Interview appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

David Ostler joins Kattie and Allan for a 2nd time to discuss the 2nd edition of his book Bridges: Ministering to Those Who Question.  This second edition dedicated to Mixed Faith Marriage and relationships is available NOW! Go to bridgeslds.com to download the new chapter on Mixed Faith Marriage today.  We’d also encourage you to… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 120: David Ostler & Bridges Second Edition The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 120: David Ostler & Bridges Second Edition appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Kattie and Allan give all the details on their double baptism with their children Zak and Zara. The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 119: The Baptisms appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.

Allan and Kattie were involved with a vow renewal for dear friends and a fellow mixed faith couple.  Allan was honored to officiate the ceremony and the couple was kind enough to give permission for Allan to read what he said to listeners of Marriage on a Tightrope. Want to tell your story on the… Read More »Marriage on a Tightrope: 118: Vow Renewals The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 118: Vow Renewals appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.