In Part 2 of this conversation, Pastor Nancy Martin continues the discussion with Kristie McCrary and Brandy McDonald—focusing on one central truth: love is the secret sauce at the table, and Jesus must be at the center of every meal.

This episode is a call to slow down, honor God’s timing, cherish the moments around your table, and remember that Jesus Himself is the secret sauce.

What if God uses something as simple as a shared meal to change lives?

In this episode, Pastor Nancy Martin sits down with Kristie McCrary, author of The Perfect Dinner Guest, and Brandy McDonald for a meaningful conversation about hospitality and the sacred power of sharing a meal. Kristie shares how the breaking of bread creates space for joy, healing, and lasting impact.

This episode is a reminder that when we open our tables, we open our hearts and God meets us there.

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Learn more about Kristie McCrary and her book The Perfect Dinner Guest at the link below. 

https://www.kristiemccrary.com/

What is biblical forgiveness and how do boundaries fit into the picture?

In this teaching series, Pastor Nancy Martin and Katlyn Steele explore forgiveness, boundaries, and reconciliation through Scripture. They discuss how forgiveness frees the heart, requires daily renewal, and invites us to walk in grace without carrying bitterness. 

This episode encourages us to release bitterness and follow God’s call to forgive while walking in truth, grace, and freedom.

What does it look like to build a life rooted in Scripture?

In this teaching series, Pastor Nancy Martin talks with Katlyn Steele about the Parable of the Sower and how believers can become “good soil” by seeking Scripture daily. Katlyn shares how developing a desire for Scripture can help us stay grounded and grow in wisdom.

This episode is a reminder that time in the Word leads to transformation and renewal.

What does real freedom look like when we choose to forgive?

In part two of this series, Pastor Nancy Martin sits down again with Malena Varel and Elizabeth Hurley as they unpack what forgiveness is and what it is not. Elizabeth shares how forgiveness is a decision and not a feeling, and why it does not require forgetting, reconciling, or approving what was done.

This episode is a reminder that forgiveness releases us from bitterness and opens the door to peace, healing, and a lighter heart.

What does it mean to truly forgive and move forward in peace?

In part one, Pastor Nancy Martin, Malena Varel, and Elizabeth Hurley talk about healing from bitterness, releasing control, and allowing God to restore what was broken. Elizabeth shares her journey of finding freedom through forgiveness and discovering the peace that only comes from surrendering to Christ.

This conversation reminds us that forgiveness begins with a choice and leads to lasting freedom in God.

What does it look like to serve faithfully where God has planted you?

In part three, Pastor Nancy Martin and Malena Varel close out the series with a heartfelt conversation on discipleship, loyalty, and the quiet strength that comes from serving others. Malena’s story reflects a life grounded in purpose, where using your gifts and staying rooted in community lead to lasting impact.

This episode reminds us that faithful service builds legacy and multiplies God’s work through us.

What does it look like to stay faithful through every season?

In part two of this conversation, Pastor Nancy Martin sits down with her longtime friend Malena Varel. Together, they reflect on the beauty of friendship, faithfulness, and serving together in ministry through the years. Their stories reveal how God weaves purpose and peace through lifelong relationships built on trust and grace.

This episode is a reminder that true strength is found in faith, friendship, and staying steadfast in every season.

What does healing from rejection look like? In this episode of the Hello Podcast, Pastor Nancy Martin talks with Malena Varel, Member Services Director at Trinity Dallas, about her childhood, growing up as the oldest of five siblings, and being raised by her grandparents after moving from Mexico to Texas.

Malena shares how God brought healing from rejection, gave her grace for her family, and placed a foundation of faith that shaped her future.

This conversation is an encouragement that no matter your hardships, God can bring restoration, identity, and purpose.

How do mothers and daughters grow together in faith? In this episode of the Hello Podcast, Pastor Nancy Martin talks with Jane and Elizabeth Rowland from Trinity Dallas, and Pastor Jo and Maya Hellhake from C3 Atlanta, about motherhood, prayer, and passing on faith.

They share on balancing ministry and family, letting daughters be who they are, and the power of prayer and encouragement through every season.

This conversation is an inspiring reminder to invest in your children, speak life over them, and trust God with their future.