Come Over for Dinner!

Join Ryan Matt Reynolds, author of Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things That Matter Most, for a practical and encouraging conversation about taking control of your time. Matt shares strategies for tackling the many items on your to-do list, including how to distinguish between what is urgent and what is truly important. 

We discuss how to focus on a task, create a false deadline, and use the Pomodoro technique—even for busy moms! Matt also explains his GAME plan for reaching long-term goals and the difference between happiness and joy. 

Whether you're young or not-so-young, have a house full of children, or are enjoying an empty nest, this episode is for you. Matt offers plenty of practical wisdom to help you make the most of your time and build a life of value, purpose, and joy.

We're so glad you're here!

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Join Rachel Oliver, pastor’s wife, church event coordinator, and weekly Sabbath dinner host, as she shares a flavorful menu, a dessert perfect for fall, and the joy of hosting a women’s fellowship gathering in her home. Rachel reminds us that hospitality looks different in different seasons of life and shares how to get past the fear of hosting. We discuss practical tips like keeping food warm while waiting for guests, welcoming children, and the kitchen items you simply must have! Finally, Rachel shares a humbling story we can all relate to! We're so glad you're here!

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Join Leah Schroeder, a pastor’s wife, as she shares how she and her husband practice hospitality in their church and family life. Leah offers numerous recipe ideas, encourages us to look at our homes with fresh eyes, and shares ways to get kids involved in the preparation. We talk about the importance of truly welcoming guests when they walk through the door, why creating a special drink can be such a simple touch, and, ultimately, how to find your own unique style of hospitality. We're so glad you're here!

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In this episode, host Bess Hawthorne sits down with Rachel Jankovic to talk about her new book, No Time to Be Dumb, and her latest project, Fresh Tank: Weekly Encouragement for Women. They discuss how our emotions can bring glory to God, learning and growing from mistakes, and the importance of the work we do at home. 

In Episode 2, it’s all about the Grace Agenda Block Party! Bess and Rachel take you behind the scenes of planning a large-scale event and feeding a crowd. From organizing and food to volunteers and logistics, they share what goes into making it happen, with plenty of stories and laughs along the way. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to pull off an event like this, this episode is for you! We're so glad you're here!

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In this episode, host Bess Hawthorne sits down with Rachel Jankovic to talk about her new book, No Time to Be Dumb, and her latest project, Fresh Tank: Weekly Encouragement for Women. They discuss how our emotions can bring glory to God, learning and growing from mistakes, and the importance of the work we do at home. 

In Episode 2, it’s all about the Grace Agenda Block Party! Bess and Rachel take you behind the scenes of planning a large-scale event and feeding a crowd. From organizing and food to volunteers and logistics, they share what goes into making it happen, with plenty of stories and laughs along the way. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to pull off an event like this, this episode is for you! We're so glad you're here!

 Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!

Join Araz Torosyan as she shares the many hospitality lessons she's learned through frequent moves as a Navy spouse. From hilarious newlywed cooking disasters to confidently hosting a beloved soup night for her husband's dive school classmates, Araz reflects on how opening her home has grown over the years. She also shares her creative approach to building community in every new place (hint: she doesn't wait for an invitation!), along with family-friendly recipes that are always a hit. We wrap up the conversation with thoughtful ideas for making overnight guests feel at home and a favorite kid-friendly kitchen tool recommendation. We're so glad you're here! 

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Join Valerie Abraham as she shares how her upbringing in France, life in America, and marriage to her Egyptian American husband have shaped her unique approach to cooking and hospitality. From Sunday morning coffee and pastries to practical table décor on a budget (including dollar store dishes!), Valerie offers inspiring ideas, kitchen must-haves she uses daily, three favorite book recommendations, and a flavorful menu influenced by multiple cultures. She also reminds us that hospitality is an imitation of God, the ultimate giver of every good gift. We close with a moving, thought-provoking conversation about both giving and receiving hospitality during a season of grief. We're so glad you're here!

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Join Valerie Abraham as she shares how her upbringing in France, life in America, and marriage to her Egyptian American husband have shaped her unique approach to cooking and hospitality. From Sunday morning coffee and pastries to practical table décor on a budget (including dollar store dishes!), Valerie offers inspiring ideas, kitchen must-haves she uses daily, three favorite book recommendations, and a flavorful menu influenced by multiple cultures. She also reminds us that hospitality is an imitation of God, the ultimate giver of every good gift. We close with a moving, thought-provoking conversation about both giving and receiving hospitality during a season of grief. We're so glad you're here!

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Join Mandi Kirsch as we discuss how to make events truly special, from family Advent feasts to memorable weddings. Mandi tells the story of how she became her church’s go-to wedding planner, complete with an impressive collection of décor stored in her basement available for others to borrow. She also offers a family favorite recipe featuring a magic ingredient, an authentic Mexican side dish, and practical encouragement to practice hospitality by using what God has given you. We wrap up the conversation the way every good meal should end - talking about the coffee to be served. We're so glad you're here!

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Join Ericha Van Brimmer as we talk about finding your style of hospitality, what works for you in your current stage of life, and how that will naturally change over time. Her advice: think through who your guests are and how to bless them, starting with your family first. She encourages us to remember that hospitality is a way of life, not a performance, and that your hospitality "muscle" grows over time as you practice it. Perfection isn’t the goal, loving people is. We're so glad you're here!

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