What We Really Want: Conversations About Connection

15 | Gordon Bals: I Don't Think Those Tears Are Just Mine


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Gordon Bals has a bit of a reputation around Birmingham Alabama. Many people have referred to him as "that counselor who cries with you." I can't think of too many higher compliments a person could receive.

Gordon founded Daymark Pastoral Counseling in Birmingham AL, and is on faculty at Beeson Divinity School. In the Fall of 2024, under Gordon's direction, Beeson has launched a new program, a Master of Arts in Christian Counseling. This new program provides a context where Gordon can train men and women to show up with the same empathy and kindness he has modeled for decades with his own clients.

We talked about how purposeful presence is more important than sharpening our skills, and about the joy Gordon now has training the next generation of helpful Christian counselors. And we talk about crying a good bit, too. 😊

Check out Gordon's links below, and PLEASE give us 5-stars and write a positive review wherever you get your podcasts!

Daymark Pastoral Counseling (Birmingham AL)
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling program at Beeson Divinity School

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