Rev. Emily Nelms Chastain, PhD
@enc.bsky.social
Displaced Southerner. Historian of American religion, gender, women’s ordination, & Methodism. Ordained UMC Deacon. BU Theology PhD. Perkins/SMU Faculty. UAB Blazer alum. ❤️: Cuppas, BBQ, porchsits, southern things, cats.
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Lots of new folks, so an intro: I’m a PhD candidate at Boston Univ and an instructor of history of Christianity at Perkins/SMU. Focuses on AmerXty, gender, Methodism. I’m originally from AL, just moved to TX from MA. Loves bbq, UAB, 🏀/🏈/🏐, big mugs of hot tea, and being auntie.
Say hi & intro!
Say hi & intro!
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We are paying dearly for the absence of civics education.
July 12, 2025 at 9:28 PM
We are paying dearly for the absence of civics education.
Driving to Houston tomorrow and there are two Buc-ee’s on the way.
I stop at both, right? Coming AND going?
I stop at both, right? Coming AND going?
July 8, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Driving to Houston tomorrow and there are two Buc-ee’s on the way.
I stop at both, right? Coming AND going?
I stop at both, right? Coming AND going?
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The most votes for Trump in any state came from California.
The second most votes for Harris in any state came from Texas.
The notion that US states are politically uniform, and everyone there deserves the consequences of state elections is absurd.
The second most votes for Harris in any state came from Texas.
The notion that US states are politically uniform, and everyone there deserves the consequences of state elections is absurd.
July 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
The most votes for Trump in any state came from California.
The second most votes for Harris in any state came from Texas.
The notion that US states are politically uniform, and everyone there deserves the consequences of state elections is absurd.
The second most votes for Harris in any state came from Texas.
The notion that US states are politically uniform, and everyone there deserves the consequences of state elections is absurd.
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Yes. And this is why our image of God is so important. And why training programs in spiritual direction begin with image of God. If we get this wrong, nothing good follows.
July 5, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Yes. And this is why our image of God is so important. And why training programs in spiritual direction begin with image of God. If we get this wrong, nothing good follows.
Here in Texas, we are celebrating the second annual “Fireworks or Guns” today.
So far, guns 2, fireworks 0. It’s not even 8pm.
So far, guns 2, fireworks 0. It’s not even 8pm.
July 5, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Here in Texas, we are celebrating the second annual “Fireworks or Guns” today.
So far, guns 2, fireworks 0. It’s not even 8pm.
So far, guns 2, fireworks 0. It’s not even 8pm.
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"I don't hate America
I just demand she keeps her promises" ~ @prophiphop.bsky.social
I just demand she keeps her promises" ~ @prophiphop.bsky.social
July 4, 2025 at 5:18 PM
"I don't hate America
I just demand she keeps her promises" ~ @prophiphop.bsky.social
I just demand she keeps her promises" ~ @prophiphop.bsky.social
Watching Hamilton today.
“Immigrants, we get the job done” hits different this year. Imagine thousands upon thousands of people who themselves (or families) immigrated to have and fight for freedom.
1776: they became Founders.
2025: they’re despised.
America no longer has values. Shameful.
“Immigrants, we get the job done” hits different this year. Imagine thousands upon thousands of people who themselves (or families) immigrated to have and fight for freedom.
1776: they became Founders.
2025: they’re despised.
America no longer has values. Shameful.
July 4, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Watching Hamilton today.
“Immigrants, we get the job done” hits different this year. Imagine thousands upon thousands of people who themselves (or families) immigrated to have and fight for freedom.
1776: they became Founders.
2025: they’re despised.
America no longer has values. Shameful.
“Immigrants, we get the job done” hits different this year. Imagine thousands upon thousands of people who themselves (or families) immigrated to have and fight for freedom.
1776: they became Founders.
2025: they’re despised.
America no longer has values. Shameful.
Moral bankruptcy.
July 3, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Moral bankruptcy.
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Not only is this an almost impossible time to be an historian, structurally, it’s also a hugely morally distressing one. Our work is manipulated, defunded, and then ignored, and we sit here watching humanity do the same dumb shit over and over again. Thanks, I hate it.
June 22, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Not only is this an almost impossible time to be an historian, structurally, it’s also a hugely morally distressing one. Our work is manipulated, defunded, and then ignored, and we sit here watching humanity do the same dumb shit over and over again. Thanks, I hate it.
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So much for "no new wars."
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June 22, 2025 at 1:02 AM
So much for "no new wars."
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Netanyahu completely played Trump. Outmaneuvered every step of the way. Didn't want to look weak or out of touch so went ahead and joined US in a reckless war with Iran.
June 22, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Netanyahu completely played Trump. Outmaneuvered every step of the way. Didn't want to look weak or out of touch so went ahead and joined US in a reckless war with Iran.
Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love…
June 22, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love…
Marco Rubio looks like he’s being held hostage in this presser.
June 22, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Marco Rubio looks like he’s being held hostage in this presser.
Can anyone compare this to any of the proceeds received by the actual writers of the Bible?
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June 16, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Can anyone compare this to any of the proceeds received by the actual writers of the Bible?
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Why is it that when I need to be really focused, the most entertaining spammer text comes in and I have to fight the urge to say something really witty and funny? Dude, you don't know where you are?
What would you say to this spammer?
What would you say to this spammer?
June 16, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Why is it that when I need to be really focused, the most entertaining spammer text comes in and I have to fight the urge to say something really witty and funny? Dude, you don't know where you are?
What would you say to this spammer?
What would you say to this spammer?
I just had a seminary student write a rationale on their infographic assignment saying that they went with the specific theme "for V I B E S."
I definitely giggled.
I definitely giggled.
June 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
I just had a seminary student write a rationale on their infographic assignment saying that they went with the specific theme "for V I B E S."
I definitely giggled.
I definitely giggled.
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This reminds me of the correspondence between Jefferson and Adams, if you dipped their letters in grease, set them on fire, and dropped them in a dumpster, which was also on fire.
June 5, 2025 at 7:41 PM
This reminds me of the correspondence between Jefferson and Adams, if you dipped their letters in grease, set them on fire, and dropped them in a dumpster, which was also on fire.
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The public meltdown happening between the world’s richest man 🙄 and the President of the United States 🙄🙄 once again begs the age-old question: are men simply too emotional to be in positions of power?
June 5, 2025 at 11:04 PM
The public meltdown happening between the world’s richest man 🙄 and the President of the United States 🙄🙄 once again begs the age-old question: are men simply too emotional to be in positions of power?
So, a real question... why is the Librarian of CONGRESS appointed by the President? Why isn't it a function/office of the Legislative Branch?
BREAKING: President Donald Trump abruptly fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden.
The dismissal was disclosed in statements from three top House Democrats and confirmed by a separate person familiar with the matter.
The dismissal was disclosed in statements from three top House Democrats and confirmed by a separate person familiar with the matter.
President Donald Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
President Donald Trump has abruptly fired Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden as the White House continues to purge the federal government of those perceived to oppose the president and his agenda.
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May 9, 2025 at 2:15 AM
So, a real question... why is the Librarian of CONGRESS appointed by the President? Why isn't it a function/office of the Legislative Branch?
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Happy conclave day to all who celebrate
May 7, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Happy conclave day to all who celebrate
Best independent bookstores in the DFW area?
April 25, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Best independent bookstores in the DFW area?
Anyone else weirdly connected to the Bunny Song on Easter? youtu.be/KDcf7vmE06U?...
VeggieTales | So Many Chocolate Bunnies! 🍫🐰 | Standing Up To Peer Pressure
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April 20, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Anyone else weirdly connected to the Bunny Song on Easter? youtu.be/KDcf7vmE06U?...
Can the world survive if Zoom is down?
(Yes, it's called a phone.)
(Yes, it's called a phone.)
April 16, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Can the world survive if Zoom is down?
(Yes, it's called a phone.)
(Yes, it's called a phone.)
Paige Bueckers to the Dallas Wings!!! YES!
We have tickets to the Wings/Fever game in June and now I really can't wait!
We have tickets to the Wings/Fever game in June and now I really can't wait!
April 14, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Paige Bueckers to the Dallas Wings!!! YES!
We have tickets to the Wings/Fever game in June and now I really can't wait!
We have tickets to the Wings/Fever game in June and now I really can't wait!
I'm that Alabamian in Texas who dares to taunt about BBQ in all things and all places. ;)
Faculty Profile: Rev. Emily Nelms Chastain – SMU Perkins School of Theology
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March 31, 2025 at 2:40 PM
I'm that Alabamian in Texas who dares to taunt about BBQ in all things and all places. ;)