Steve Reiter, alongside guests Matt Heard and Kei Hiramine, delves into the rich history and fundamental concepts that birthed the Holy Smokes community. This is the first part of a two part episode exploring the essence and growth of Holy Smokes, a unique fellowship centered around faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and meaningful conversations.
Kei Hiramine shares the origins, starting with private gatherings over cigars and drinks in Colorado Springs 25 years ago. The episode illuminates how cigars function as an instrument for deeper conversations, reflection, and building authentic relationships.
00:00 Backyard gatherings with friends in Colorado Springs.
05:05 Relaxing backyard gathering for pastors to unwind.
08:32 Holy Smokes gatherings grew rapidly and spread.
10:37 Cigars and fire facilitate intentional community bonding.
15:20 Holy Smokes Club: Community through smoking and faith.
17:20 Created private page for community bonding.
20:55 A social club, not for selling or marketing.
23:38 Holy Smokes: Community, interaction, privacy, trust.
28:34 It takes a village for communal discipleship.
30:30 Holy smokes: captivating, deep, disarming group experience.
33:07 Savoring fellowship: music, dance, gospel, life.
36:34 The Holy Spirit transforms lives through faith interactions.
41:23 People desire spiritual life, not religious questions.
42:03 Jesus, cosmic agenda, magnetism, tree of life.
47:25 Holy Smokes movement grew significantly over the years.
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