A Note on this Conversation: This interview was recorded prior to Marlene Smith’s passing. We share this conversation now as a tribute to her life of faithful service and her deep love for the Friends' ministry. Her words remain a vital testament to a life lived in tune with the Spirit.

Summary: In this debut episode, we sit down with the late Marlene Smith, who shared her journey from structured denominations to the "richness of freedom" found in the Friends tradition. Marlene challenged the traditional concept of a "sermon," viewing her ministry instead as a byproduct of a week-long "visit with the Lord." She discussed the vital importance of the "ministry of believers," where the preacher is just one voice among many, and the ultimate goal is for the Spirit to bring unity and p ...