Reflections UPCI

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Reflections UPCI episodes

December 01, 2023 Holiday De-Stress Part 2
Join us for the second episode in a two-part series on de-stressing the holidays. Our guest, Shelley Coon, ofThe Goodness Margin, will be sharing her personal and professional experiences to help us as we reclaim the happy in the holidays.
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Book Recommendations:
Free to Focus, Michael Hyatt
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Mark Comer
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo
Books by Joshua Becker
38 min
November 01, 2023 Holiday De-Stress Part 1
Join us for a two-part series on de-stressing the holidays. Our guest, Shelley Coon, ofThe Goodness Margin, will be sharing her personal and professional experiences to help us as we reclaim the happy in the holidays.
To read full articles about our podcast episodes, subscribe to Reflections magazine:⁠https://reflectionsupci.com/membership-join/⁠⁠.
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⁠Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reflections-upci/id1652558161
Resources:
⁠Blog: ⁠https://thegoodnessmargin.com
⁠Private Facebook group ($10 per month subscription):⁠https://thegoodnessmargin.com/privatecommunity
⁠Instagram:⁠ https://instagram.com/thegoodnessmargin/
⁠Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/thegoodnessmargin/
⁠YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thegoodnessmargin
Book Recommendations:
Free to Focus, Michael Hyatt
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Mark Comer
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo
Books by Joshua Becker
29 min
October 02, 2023 Cultural Integration Part 2
In part two of our cultural integration discussion, we have two incredible guests: Maya Hunley (former Yugoslavia) and May Butler (Philippines). These inspiring women share their experiences and discuss the church’s need to welcome the stranger. Their wisdom, insights, and personal anecdotes offer valuable inspiration to cultivate empathy and respect and build relationships with people from diverse cultures. Join us on this journey of learning and growth that empowers us to become better Christians and leaders within our communities.
Book Recommendations:
The 3D Gospel: Ministry in Guilt, Shame, and Fear Cultures, Jayson Georges
The Culture Map: Decoding How People Think, Lead, and Get Things Done Across Cultures, Erin Meyer
Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, David C. Pollock, Ruth E. Van Reken, and Michael V. Pollock
Resources:
For more information about hosting an ESL/ELL program at your church or joining an online class, contact Francy Miller at [email protected].
If you want more information about All Nations Sunday, visit https://www/allnationssunday.com.
Download the Let's Talk Guide: https://ladiesministries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Lets-Talk-Guide-EP6.pdf
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reflections-upci/id1652558161
25 min
September 01, 2023 Cultural Integration Part 1
On the podcast we have three incredible guests: Maya Hunley (former Yugoslavia), Francy Miller (Colombia), and May Butler (Philippines). In this two-part series, these inspiring women share their experiences and discuss the church’s need to welcome the stranger. Their wisdom, insights, and personal anecdotes offer valuable inspiration to cultivate empathy and respect and build relationships with people from diverse cultures. Join us on this journey of learning and growth that empowers us to become better Christians and leaders within our communities.
Book Recommendations:
The 3D Gospel: Ministry in Guilt, Shame, and Fear Cultures, Jayson Georges
The Culture Map: Decoding How People Think, Lead, and Get Things Done Across Cultures, Erin Meyer
Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, David C. Pollock, Ruth E. Van Reken, and Michael V. Pollock
Resources:
For more information about hosting an ESL/ELL program at your church or joining an online class, contact Francy Miller at [email protected].
If you want more information about All Nations Sunday, visit https://www/allnationssunday.com.
Download the Let's Talk Guide: https://ladiesministries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Lets-Talk-Guide-EP6.pdf
To read full articles about our podcast episodes, subscribe to Reflections print magazine: https://ladiesministries.com/reflections-2
Connect with us:
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Instagram: https://instagram.com/reflectionsmagazineupci
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/07xYABSct5gSONhEZ3W82a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reflections-upci/id1652558161
27 min
July 01, 2023 Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Mary Booker is a wife, mother, grandmother, and maker of quilts. She serves in ministry with her husband, a pastor, and the district superintendent of Wisconsin. In this episode, Mary bravely shares her story of moving from trauma to survivor to overcoming thriver. It is her hope that others will find the courage to start their own healing journey. She started the conversation, let’s keep it going.
RECOMMENDED READING
Online reading links:
What-to-Say-What-Not-to-Say-to-a-Victim-of-Sexual-Assault-—-GRACE.pdf
upci.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/WhatForgivenessIsnt-DeniseGeorge.pdf
Books:
Healing the Wounded Heart: The Heartache of Sexual Abuse and the Hope of Transformation, Dan Allender
Counseling Survivors of Sexual Abuse, Diane Langberg
Breaking Free: Discover the Victory of Total Surrender, Beth Moore
RESOURCES
https://apostoliccounseling.org
https://upci.org/safechurch
To read full articles about our podcast episodes, subscribe to Reflections print magazine: https://ladiesministries.com/reflections-2
Download the free Let's Talk Guide: https://ladiesministries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Lets-Talk-Guide-EP-5-1.pdf
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35 min
May 01, 2023 Women Who Lead
Today's guests are Linda Gleason, Ladies Ministries President UPCI, and Jennie Russell, Executive Vice President of Urshan College and Urshan Graduate School of Theology. Our conversation focuses on women in leadership. We discuss the experience of being a numerical minority in a male-dominated workplace, work/life balance, wrong perceptions that hinder our effectiveness, leadership styles, and the value of having and being a mentor. You will enjoy listening to the wisdom of these inspiring leaders.
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS & LEARNING RESOURCES
A Tale of Three Kings, Gene Edwards
The Difference Maker, Eugene Wilson
The Spiritually Healthy Leader, Eugene Wilson, Matthew Mullins
The Bait of Satan, John Bevere
Leading with a Limp, Dan Allender
LinkedIn Learning provides a wealth of content on nearly any topic you feel you need for personal or professional growth.
Discover UPCI instructors and courses at https://ministrycentral.com/course-category/masterclass. Apostolic authors have developed courses to enhance your understanding of biblical principles with applications for church, ministry, and personal life.

The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast with Ryan Franklin is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Download the Let's Talk Guide:
https://ladiesministries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Lets-Talk-Guide-EP-4.pdf
To read full articles about our podcast episodes, subscribe to Reflections print magazine: https://ladiesministries.com/reflections-2
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44 min
April 01, 2023 His Plan, My Purpose
Today's interview with Dr. Janet Trout highlights her diverse experiences of a life well lived. She is a minister, pastor, educator, businesswoman, mom, and grandmom. Join the conversation as we talk about the difference between seasonal accomplishment and life-span fulfillment. It’s a reminder that completing projects is not the same as living a purpose-filled life.
Download the Let's Talk Guide: https://ladiesministries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Lets-Talk-Guide_His-Plan-My-Purpose-Ep-3.pdf
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39 min
February 01, 2023 Living Single, Doing Ministry, and Loving Life
Today's guests are Melissa Fross, Keri Beason, and Bethany Hilderbrand. Our conversation focuses on single women living and thriving in life, ministry, and the church. The episode explores the importance of liking yourself and appreciating your season of life. We share thoughts on loneliness, friendships, and dating. From a leader’s perspective and personal experience, these incredible ministry women share how churches can best minister to singles. Join us in this refreshingly honest conversation.
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reflections-upci/id1652558161
41 min
November 01, 2022 One Simple Word
Today's guests are Beth Dillon, Virginia Ladies Ministries secretary, and Vicki Simoneaux, South Texas Ladies Ministries president. In this interview, we discuss how we started using one simple word, where our ideas come from, ways we sustain the word all year long or how the word sustains us, and other personal experiences. We had so much fun sharing, and we hope you will enjoy our time together.
Download the Let's Talk Guide: https://ladiesministries.com/reflections-2
36 min