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Should you celebrate Advent this year?

Host Tina Yeager welcomes special guest Susan Mathis, a prolific author of over 30 works, to guide us through the rich history and deeper meaning behind Advent celebrations. Together, they unpack the origins of the Advent wreath, the spiritual significance of waiting well, and the ways this season can uplift our hearts in the midst of a commercialized holiday rush. Susan shares practical tips for making Advent meaningful for individuals and families, from lighting the candles to weaving scripture and acts of kindness into your traditions. Whether Advent is already a part of your spiritual life or you're curious about starting, tune in for inspiration and encouragement to center your Christmas season on hope, peace, joy, and love.

Whether you're new to the tradition or looking for ways to deepen it, here are three key takeaways:

• Intentional Pausing: Advent challenges us to slow down, reflect, and actively wait—shifting our focus from consumerism to the true hope and anticipation found in Christ.

• Family Connection & Spiritual Anchoring: Lighting the Advent wreath and gathering for conversation or journaling brings families together, fostering unity and gratitude amid the season's chaos.

• Personal & Social Benefits: Making Advent personal—through scripture, service, or acts of kindness—not only deepens our spiritual walk, but also boosts mental well-being and strengthens relationships.

Connect With Susan Mathis Want more inspiration or to explore Susan's books as holiday gifts? Visit her website at www.susangmathis.com—just be sure to include the "G" for sweet, G-rated historical fiction!

We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant.

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From Christians Engaged President Bunni Pounds and Vice President Ben Quine, this special year-end episode recaps everything God did through Christians Engaged in 2025 — explosive ministry growth, national partnerships, Academy expansion, Gen Z leadership development, and the historic momentum toward America Reads the Bible in 2026.

Bunni and Ben also outline bold goals for next year:

• Growing to 1.5–2 million believers
• Launching Christians Engaged en Español
• Doubling Academy and church engagement
• Preparing for 7 days of nonstop Bible reading in Washington, DC

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Do you know the secret health risks in the everyday items that you might be using?

oday, we're tackling the hidden dangers lurking in our everyday lives—from the food on our plates to the clothes we wear and the products we use at home. Our host, Tina Yeager, sits down with Katy Talento, an epidemiologist and former White House health advisor, who brings eye-opening expertise to the conversation.

You'll discover surprising facts about heavy metals, pesticides, and microplastics hiding in common foods like Girl Scout cookies, baby cereals, and even your wardrobe. Katy Talento reveals why processed foods and artificial fragrances might be sabotaging our health, and shares practical steps for reducing toxic exposure—for both adults and children. Plus, learn simple, affordable strategies for improving your water supply, cleaning your home effectively, and supporting your family's wellbeing, all while nurturing your body's naturally protective microbiome.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by all the headlines about hidden health risks, or simply looking for actionable tips to create a healthier home, this episode will equip and empower you to make wiser choices for yourself and your loved ones. Stay tuned for resources, expert guidance, and encouraging advice you won't want to miss!

Practical Changes You Can Make Today Feeling overwhelmed about where to start? Katy Talento offers these actionable steps:

• Prioritize Water & Sleep: Invest in affordable water filters (like Berkey or reverse osmosis) and unplug wifi devices at night to lower the impact of environmental hazards.

• Rethink Processed Foods: Aim to stick to whole, organic foods along the outer aisles of the grocery store, avoiding processed items riddled with chemicals and microplastics.

• Be Mindful with Children: Focus on breastfeeding and simple, homemade blended foods for babies to reduce exposure to heavy metals and sugar found in commercial baby foods.

• Clean the Cleaners: Swap chemical-laden household cleaners for simple vinegar and water. Avoid products with artificial fragrances—both in cleaning supplies and personal care.

• Watch What's on Your Skin: If you wouldn't eat it, don't put it on your skin! Opt for natural solutions like coconut oil, shea butter, or tallow.

Final Wisdom from Katy Talento: Don't let the sheer number of toxins make you freeze; start small. Begin with one manageable change—perhaps your water source or what you put on your skin—and build from there. Remember, every small step brings you and your family closer to better health.

Resources & How to Connect: If you want to plug into a community that values holistic health, check out the Alliance of Healthcare Sharing Ministries at ahcsm.org, or follow Katy Talento on X and LinkedIn (@KatyTalento).

We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant.

To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/

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