SOUL FARMER

Leanne Fogg has always followed the call God put on her life!  Her role as the Executive Director at the Kokomo Habitat for Humanity is a great example of that obedience.  Crystal and Jennifer had a great conversation with Leanne.  She stressed that they build ‘affordable’ housing, and there is a long and detailed process for partner families to qualify and start the year-long process.  Getting a home in this program creates a generational change for the family that they walk alongside.  It’s about more than just four walls.  Until recently, the entire organization in Kokomo has been run and managed by Volunteers.  It takes the generosity of time and resources to make this non-profit operate. There is a lot to this program, be sure to listen to learn about how these affordable mortgages work.

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to call home. We believe affordable housing plays a critical role in strong and stable communities.  They have been operating in Kokomo Indiana since 1988 and they are completing their 67th house here.

THEIR VISION | "A world where everyone has a decent place to live."

THEIR MISSION | "Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope."

CONTACT: Leanne Fogg, Executive Director | [email protected] O:765.452.2185

SHOW LINKS

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY https://www.habitat.org/

KOKOMO COMMUNITY www.habitatkokomo.com

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD COUNTY https://www.cfhoward.org/

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Her 37-year career with the Kokomo YMCA is truly a reflection of her walk with Christ.  As the leader and CEO, Trish values 'belonging' and works to continually support our community.  This family-focused, Christ-centered leader has made a huge impact on the entire YMCA community.  Continually ensuring that they are about more than just letters in their name, the YMCA is about bringing Christian principles into practice.  

Our local YMCA has been impacting our community for almost 150 years. The Kokomo YMCA is a place to belong, feel safe, loved and get your needs met at every season of your life.  They have a daycare center and a 52-acre camp (Camp Tycony) located along the banks of the Wildcat Creek.  This camp is another best kept secret of our community.

SHOW LINKS

KOKOMO YMCA https://kokomoymca.org/

COCA-COLA BOTTLING https://www.cckokomo.com/

CAMP TYCONY https://camptycony.com/

“THE BAIT OF SATAN BOOK “ , John Bevere https://www.amazon.com/Bait-Satan-20th-Anniversary-Offense/dp/1621365484

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Jean Merrell (Founder) & Emily Parry (Administrator) share the journeys that have led them to be involved in guiding this amazing ministry in Kokomo. 

The Way 2 Him, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit ministry. The Way is a residential 67-hour experience, which provides an opportunity to step away from the daily routine of life and enjoy a time of self-examination, Christ-Reflection, and discipleship.  The retreat will inspire, challenge, and equip persons for Christian action in their homes, churches, places of work, and the world through ‘The Way 2 Him’ weekend experience. 

They currently host these life-changing events in Jamaica, Northern Ireland, and in the United States.  

SHOW LINKS

The Way https://www.theway2him.org/

Kokomo Great Banquet https://firstepc.com/kokomo-great-banquet/kokomo-great-banquet/

The Awakening https://firstepc.com/kokomo-great-banquet/kokomo-awakening/

Billy Graham Crusades https://billygraham.org/

Psalms Bible Study, connect with Barb Hinkle [email protected]

Rend Collective – Revival Anthem https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Egw65U99qjU  filmed at the Northern Ireland Castle where THE WAY is hosted.

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Our friend Kelly is a member of a multiple generation family of Howard County (the Obermeyer crew). God wove Kelly’s passions and gifts into her path as she left and ultimately returned to Howard County. She brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion to whatever she does. In this episode, she shares about the power of place.   Kelly is the Executive Director Resource Development at Ivy Tech Community College (Kokomo).  It’s just a delight to sit and talk with Kelly as she shares about her journey and desire to leave a legacy of knowing who Jesus is!  

Favorite quote, “What’s your best Yes?” and “What would God want me to do?”

SHOW LINKS
Ivy Tech Community College, Kokomo https://www.ivytech.edu/locations/kokomo/

Howard County Historical Society https://www.howardcountymuseum.org/

Circle of Ivy https://giving.ivytech.edu/circle-of-ivy/

Ivy Tech Foundation https://giving.ivytech.edu/ 

Kokomo Great Banquet https://firstepc.com/kokomo-great-banquet/kokomo-great-banquet/

Nolan is a 2024 graduate from IWU who majored in Business Finance and minored in Sports Ministry.  This Ohio native is also a great teacher & trainer with a passion for the next generation.  He’s been our  Cross America ‘intern’ this summer while being engaged to our founders daughter, Klair Merrell (hear her story on Season 1, Episode 3 ).  Nolan is not afraid of a challenge and has walked through one recently that strengthened his relationship with Christ. Listen to the full episode to hear his testimony about how he lived out Romans 8:28. God is preparing Nolan for the ‘next’ in his life!

Romans 8:28 | We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.

SHOW LINKS
CTA (Complete Training Academy), Jordan Delks https://www.competetrainingacademy.org/meet-jordan-1

Vestibular Neuritis https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15227-vestibular-neuritis

Indiana Wesleyan University https://www.indwes.edu/

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A conversation with Board Chair, Teresa Devaul and Marketing & Communications Director, Emily Hemersbach.

Listening, leading and responding to the needs of three different counties in Indiana; Howard, Clinton & Carroll. They are a conduit for our community to connect the right resources with the right people.  Learning about this amazing organization was very valuable for Cross America.  They do so much for our community, it’s a real blessing to our ‘rich’ generous soil.  In addition to multiple scholarship opportunities for students, they are a service to donors and non-profits. So much more than grants, they offer additional resources, training and opportunities for non-profits.  We are thankful for our great relationship with them and value all that they are doing to pour into our community.

SHOW LINKS
Community Foundation (Serving Howard, Clinton & Carroll Counties) https://www.cfhoward.org/

Non-Profit Resources https://www.cfhoward.org/nonprofit-resources

Scholarships https://www.cfhoward.org/scholarships

Funds https://www.cfhoward.org/benefits

Grant Select.  Grant Search Software https://www.cfhoward.org/grants

Community Conversations | watch for updated information about the 2024 report.

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God knew from the start of Morgan’s life that it would be an interesting journey as he pulled him towards his true calling and identity in Christ. What a journey and story it is.  Clearly, God orchestrated it all. Be prepare to be inspired, laugh and be in shear AWE of how God works in our lives.  It might surprise you to know that great leadership is about more than just a title.

Since his birth in 1976, he was “baked in” to be a drummer.  He let his passion for music and drumming draw him into the ‘church’ culture in an unexpected way.  The outcome from this experience was about how his soul was now being fed and cultivated.  Responding to the call from the Holy Spirit, he took leaps of faith to follow in obedience to God’s direction. Morgan shared so many great nuggets of wisdom, like this “ The more your step out in faith, the more you will recognize what that voice (of God) is saying to you.” 

Currently, he is the Staff Advancement Paster for all of Northview.  He is tasked with the culture and content to coach ALL the staff for every location of Northview Church.

SHOW LINKS
Oak Brook / Northview https://www.northviewchurch.us/HomePage

Willowcreek church https://www.willowcreek.org/

McD’s, Rax, Fazoli’s

Mygrant Music 

GM Horns Big Band, (God’s Mighty) 

CEO Kokomo https://www.kokomoceo.com/

The Jazz Kitchen https://thejazzkitchen.com/

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Born with an intuitive God-given sense of adventure & inquisitive mind, this soul farmer takes her role as a seed planter literally!  An “ALL IN” farmer's wife born in Canada to two Austrian parents now leads women to find their voice in farming.  She walks boldly in the current arenas where she works to find common ground in agriculture with this verse from the Bible as her guide.  From Matthew 10:16 “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves".

There are several good nuggets in this episode.  A great quote that impacted her entire life journey, “Don’t ever change who you are or change you do because of someone else’s expectations.  God made you the way that you are for a reason & a purpose!” She is definitely living out her purpose

SHOW LINKS
Indiana Farm Bureau https://www.infarmbureau.org/

American Farm Bureau Federation https://www.fb.org/

Indiana Women’s Leadership Committee https://www.infarmbureau.org/WLC

Women’s Communication Bootcamp https://www.fb.org/topic/womens-communications-boot-camp

GMI – Kettering (Flint, MI) https://www.kettering.edu/

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This is a true love story about how God pursued sweet Sherry Stoneking to be HIS!  Hearing about the journey of her life as the child of an alcoholic in the 60’s, and the oldest child of 13 who escaped to the FBI.  It’s no mystery how God used everything to bring her closer to Him and to draw others to her story.  Breaking free from her baggage and barriers to living fully. 

SHOW LINKS
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY https://www.bsu.edu/

Campus House https://www.bsucampushouse.org/our-leaders

Crossroads Church) Care Groups https://ecrossroads.org/community-care/

Celebrate Recovery https://www.celebraterecovery.com/

Preserve Marriage Ministries http://www.preservemarriages.com/

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For Todd, the meaning of life became more vivid once he surrendered and let God take control.  And what an adventure it’s been.  From awards and accolades, he’s had a blessed life with incredible opportunities to shed light on everything he sees.

This creative architect is also a media producer, photographer, filmmaker, Christian missionary, and follower of Jesus.  A storyteller at heart, he used all his god-ordained gifts to share missions and ministries in 33 countries.  His passion ignited his path in God’s favor. The heart/intention behind everything he does has been for God to be glorified. 

Todd is the lampstand.  He holds up the people he finds that are doing God’s work.  His role is to tell their story.  He embraces his gifts and obediently walks intentionally in them.

Being obedient to God’s calling drives his every decision.  Trusting God and knowing that obstacles like safety and health issues have only increased his resolve to stay on his God-ordained path.  

SHOW LINKS
Up with People https://upwithpeople.org/

Scoggins Design https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064603782839

Clayborn Studio https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064055674241

Red Bird Mission https://www.redbirdky.org/

Hope Haven (Wheel Chair Ministry) https://www.hopehaven.org/what-we-do/international-ministries/

4M US https://www.4mus.org/

Xtreme Character Weekend for Men https://www.4mus.org/xcc-weekend

Nick Vujicic  https://nickvministries.org/ 

Life Surge https://lifesurge.com/

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