Rooted Deep

Born between 1974 and 1983, the 40-somethings are the movers and shakers of today’s busy generation. Today we talk with Beth Baxter who sits perfectly in the middle at 45 years old. Beth is a wife, mother, and Senior Living Centers' Executive Director. Join us today as Beth shares what juggling a world filled with high priorities looks like. 

Today we take a break from our discussion in Living and Learning in Every Decade to talk to composer and musician Heather Sorenson. Although her career is sometimes on a big stage, Heather’s heart is leading the church in worship, and she feels that her greatest calling is using her music to connect people with God. Listen today as Heather shares her heart with us about the importance of music in our worship.

Born between 1984 and 1993, today's 30-year-olds lead the millennials. They were born into a technological world but still remember 9/11. So how are women in their 30s handling their lives and what are they learning? Today we talk to Caitlyn Scaggs who sits perfectly in her mid 30’s. Caitlyn is a brand new author and the Executive Manager of New Hope Girls. She is a busy mom and wife with many hats. Join us to hear about what she is learning in her 30s and how she is surviving. Here is the link to her new book Worth it and Wonderful. https://amzn.to/3jTiGUX

Born between 1994 and 2003, Gen Z is an interesting one. They only know a world filled with technology and yet their social media world doesn’t fill the voids in their lives. They have struggled through bullying, Covid lockdowns, and more. Today we are joined by two sisters: Samantha and Semek Ward. These young women have pushed through the hard things and are making a way for themselves. 

We all have a tendency to make big audacious goals when it comes to a new year and exercise. We join gyms and purchase equipment but do we really make life changes? Reba and Allison share their own journey of trying to get moving in a way that is consistent and life-changing.

Join us on today’s podcast as we laugh about aging and the crazy things that happen to our bodies as we grow older. But aging has its perks too. So what is valuable for us to know as we grow older? Listen and find out.

It’s that time of year when people start talking about losing weight. But how many of us think about nutrition and how what we eat impacts our bodies? In this podcast, Reba and Allison share their struggles with finding the right path in their own personal lives. Plus Reba shares a book that has rocked how she eats and thinks about food. Click here to find out more about Eat to Beat Disease by Dr. William Li. https://amzn.to/3UONxPZ 

The new year comes with new goals and resolutions for a better tomorrow. But what about rest? Have you thought about setting some goals for rest? Most Americans don’t get enough sleep or take enough rest breaks to live healthy, vibrant lives. Join us as we dive into the research and the responsibility of getting more rest. Also, if you would like to check out the book on Habit Stacking that Reba and Allison mentioned on today’s podcast, click the link below.

Great things. Hard things. What did we learn? It’s been a wild year. Reba and Allison look back at the joys and sorrows of this year. They also remind us of all the ways we can reflect on our personal lives to accomplish our purpose in life. 

Luke 2 is a familiar passage to be read during the Christmas season. But it is worth the time to roll back and read Luke 1. Here we find two women as the central figures in the announcement of Messiah’s birth. Two women who, for months, sat together discussing their pregnancies. Join Reba and Allison as they look back at Elizabeth and Mary and their unique relationship.