Linda talks about grief, how to process and deal with grief, types of grief, and a Christian approach to ministry for and with those grieving.

Guest Information: Linda is a Marriage and Family Counsellor and Pastoral Counsellor with 20 years of experience counselling individuals, couples, and families.

LINKS: Linda can be reached for an appointment by calling 289-442-8056, or email, [email protected]

Catherine talks about her story, her work as a coach, the nature of trauma, how churches and individuals can be agents of healing, and more.

Guest Information: Catherine Gillard is a life coach who helps people and groups achieve healing and breakthrough from trauma, grief, and pain.

LINKS: www.catherinegillard.com

Dr. Blackwood talks about anxiety and teens, his work as a coach and mental health professional, and the topic of resilience

Dr. Andrew Blackwood is a mental health professional, coach, and professional communicator

LINKS: www.coachdrew.ca

This podcast focuses on the value and necessity for a ministry like Agora Network Ministries to the local church. The team shares about personal journeys and professional care needed, and how Agora helps churches address the stigma and mental health needs in the church.

Guests are Allan &  Bonnie Gallant, Sue Montgomery, and Leah Jeffery. Allan and Bonnie started the ministry and Sue and Leah, both mental health professionals are on the Board of Directors.

Links:

Allan and Bonnie's book, The Beautiful Strokes of God.

SYNOPSIS: Dr. Hall talks about his new book, The Connected Self. What connection is, why it is important, how to foster deeper connection within the scope of the Christian life.

Dr. Todd Hall is professor of psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University.

LINKS: www.connectedlifebook.com

www.drtoddhall.com

Hiser shares how to cultivate resilience - what it is, best practices, etc.

Website: www.bethanydearbornhiser.com

To purchase her book, visit www.agoranetworkministries.com and click on “shop.”

Kathy and Joanie share their stories about abuse, trauma, and hope and healing found in Jesus Christ.

SYNOPSIS:

This episode deals with difficult topics such as incest, abuse, abortion, suicide, and trauma. It is centered primarily on Joanie’s story, which Kathy wrote about in the book Don’t Tell: Finding Home After Family Betrayal. Both speak of the restoration they found and continue to find in their faith.

LINKS:

Book:  Don’t Tell: Finding Home After Family Betrayal. Written by Kathy Isaac

Website: www.kathyisaac.com

Allan Gallant gives an update on what's been happening at Agora Network Ministries, especially during the pandemic, exciting developments and resources, as well as the upcoming Agora Academy.

Allan is the creator and Executive Director or Agora Network Ministries.

Link: agoranetworkministries.com

SYNOPSIS:

This episode is a conversation with Laura Bruno about her course offering through Agora Academy and the role of the church/faith in mental wellness.

Laura Bruno is a mental health therapist and instructor in Southern Ontario; she is a member of the Agora Network Ministries board and an instructor with Agora Academy.

LINKS:

Website: instagram.com/kaizen.counsellor

Pastor Kevin Riley is pastor of Mount Baker Presbyterian Church in Concrete, Washington. In this episode, Pastor Kevin talks to Evan about his own journey from addiction to recovery and ministry, and how the church can engage with people on the margins, those struggling with addiction, on their journey to wellness.

Website: www.mountbakerpres.org

Podcast: holdfastpodcast.org