The Adventure Before Us

Have you ever felt like maybe God might have more for you?  In this episode, Jenn sits down to have a conversation with Anna Victorson about that very topic.  Throughout this conversation, Anna shares her story of feeling like God may have more for her, and how that led her to take steps of faith towards where she felt called.  Where ever you are in your life, career, relationships, or even your walk with God, this conversation with encourage and hopefully inspire you to take that next step in faith.  

Anna is Director of Go and Tell Gals, an organization based in Charleston, SC that equips and encourages women to use their gifts for the good of others + the glory of God.  

Welcome to episode 6 of Season 3!  In this episode, Jenn invites new friend, Kate Boyd to the podcast for a look at what the Christian faith looks like outside of the United States.  Its also a conversation that will invite you to explore and take ownership of your own beliefs - Who is Jesus and how has He called me to live according to His teaching.  Jesus is for all people, for all cultures, and His message shapes us, strengthens us, and steadies us no matter where we live.  I know you'll enjoy this conversation. 

You can find Kate Boyd on Instagram at kate boyd.co, on Twitter at @TheKateBoyd, and her website at kate boyd.co.  She also has a monthly newsletter called Untidy Faith.    

Join me in welcoming a friend, former co-worker, and mentor Betsy Marvin to the podcast.  Jenn and Betsy chat through the topic of Self-Awareness and how different practices of self-awareness can have a profound impact on your life.  Self-Awareness can certainly be learned over time through different experiences, but that growth can be accelerated.  Becoming more self-aware can help us be more effective in our careers, relationships, and spiritual growth.  Can't wait for you to hear this enlightening conversation.

Betsy is the Senior Director of Discipleship at Cornerstone Church in Caledonia, MI where she has served for 24 years.  She holds a degree in Education, a Master's degree in Ministry, is a Certified Ministry Coach, author, podcaster, and speaker.  Betsy has been married for 34 years and has two adult children.  In her free time, Betsy enjoys reading, writing, mission trips, laughing with her family, and date nights!  www.betsymarvin.com

The topic of this episode is wholeness - and exploring the connection between our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves.  Jenn and today's guest, Faith Romasco, enjoy a conversation  about how we can utilize different practices to pursue wholeness in our lives, including contemplative practices, exercise, professional services, and community.  In this episode Faith is vulnerable, encouraging, and authentic while sharing practical ideas for you to consider. 

 Faith Romasco is a pastor, ordained elder, artist, and podcaster.  She lives with her husband, and cat and beautifully pursues Jesus in multiple aspects of her life.  

www.faithromasco.com

In this episode, Jenn welcomes Author, Speaker, & Pastor Tara Beth Leach to the podcast for an in depth conversation on church; what is looks like, challenges it faces, and how to partner with Christ in bringing Heaven to Earth.  We dive into some themes found in her recent book, Radient Church; including "Restoring the credibility of our witness".  The church has faced a lot of challenges in the last couple years, but this conversation will encourage those in church ministry, church leadership, or church attendees that God is still working and moving through the church.  Tara Beth Leach is an author of popular titles such as Emboldened, Kingdom Culture, and Radiant Church and is a Pastor of Christ Church in Oak Brook, Illinois.  

Ali Deckard is an ordained pastor, singer-songwriter, pastor of creative worship & story-teller.  Plain & Simple - Ali is absolutely incredible, gifted, and anointed.  She has wisdom beyond her years and a heart that reflects the love of Jesus to the world. 

In this episode, Ali discusses the importance of loving one's self, specifically in Christian context.  You have seen posts that say "deny yourself" and some would consider loving yourself to go against that idea.  Ali breaks this down and shares more on her personal journey of learning to love herself, the difficulties that have come on that journey, and practical ways to implement love into our own lives. 

You can find Ali on Instagram @ AliDeckardMusic.

Learn more about Ali and check out her incredible artistry through singing/songwriting at - alideckardmusic.com

We are back for Season 3!  I cannot wait for you to hear this episode with Callie Ammons.  Callie is an enneagram coach, realtor, and podcaster.  In this episode, she brings incredible words on living an intentional life.  Callie helps us learn how to better prioritize the things we love most in life without getting overwhelmed.  You can connect with her at www.callieammons.com and follow her on Instagram @ CallieAmmons.

Jenn chats about her personal experience with chronic pain after being diagnosed 7 years ago with an autoimmune disease.  Life sends us curveballs and often they are things we don't want - so how do you cope?  How do we support others going through difficult times?  What shouldn't we say to people when they encounter undesired circumstances.  She talks about all of this and more in this episode - it is a must listen.  

In this episode, Jenn sits down with the Lead Pastor of her home church, Cornerstone Church in Grand Rapids, MI.  Pastor Brad shares his insight on ministry and the things he's learned throughout his 40+ year career in the church.  If you're wondering if you should go into ministry or just wanting to hear stories of God's faithfulness, this episode is for you.  

Pastor Brad's Devotional recommendations:
- Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day by Peter Scazzero
- Draw the Circle by Mark Batterson

Jenn and Jenn dive into a conversation about identity answering questions like: What does an identity is Christ mean?  Why does it matter?  How do our lives change once we understand this concept?  What's love got to do with it?

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