It’s rare that we enter spaces and relationships with no expectations, so the important questions to be asking are: where did these expectations come from and have I communicated them? In today’s episode, hosts Rachel Hunka, James Talbert and Corey Hunka share their experiences with unclear or uncommunicated expectations and the freedom they’ve found from setting more realistic expectations for themselves, their teams, and those they’re leading. Listen in for practice tips that you can apply today.

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Confrontation in life is inevitable and while it can be something we dread, there’s a way to do it well. In today’s episode, hosts Rachel Hunka, James Talbert and Corey Hunka discuss confrontations they’ve experienced that have gone well and made them better people, leaders, and friends. Listen in and find encouragement today that your friendships can withstand hard moments and that you can bring challenges without burning bridges.

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Corey @coreyhunka
Rachel @rachelhunka

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What's a moment you thought you could never bounce back from... embarrassing or otherwise? In today's episode of The Bless Up Podcast, Rachel, James, and Corey remember some epic EPIC moments then dive into scripture for encouragement in restoring credibility when you think all hope is lost.

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This episode dives in really deep really quick as Rachel and James interview Amelia Banks on the connectedness of our mind, body, and soul. Amelia is a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA), a licensed professional counselor (LPC), and a church planter alongside her husband, Kendrick, who we met on the podcast in Season 2. Amelia is devoted to seeking justice and holistic health for individuals and her community, which is extremely evident as we listen and learn from Amelia in this episode.

To connect with Amelia further, you can email her at [email protected] or visit https://pennysparrowtherapy.com/#counseling

You can also find more about her church and sign up for monthly newsletters at HisKingdomCollective.com.com

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James @jamesthomastalbert
Rachel @rachelelyseh

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It's usually James and Corey having the sports debates on the podcast, but this week Rachel is weighing in a bit -- is this a football house divided... by Taylor Swift? It wouldn't be the Bless Up Podcast without some random debates, a few laughs, and a discussion on faith. Listen in as our house moves from football to manna and discuss how to have your faith mature with you and what to do when following Jesus doesn't feel as exciting as it used to be.

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From Edy's *interesting* habits to why one pastor quit his job and how his parting words impacted us all, the next season of Bless Up is starting off at full speed! Join Rachel & James with special guest Edy Herrera as they reflect on the article that's swept the ministry corners of the internet and discuss how to make an impact on your church community.

Read the article here: https://www.restorativefaith.org/post/departure-why-i-left-the-church

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Edy @thewildherreras

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Leading When You’re Not in Charge… And We’ve Been Fired Quick

We’re taking a deep dive into the world of women in leadership with special guests Tara Beth Leach and Bethany Hammer. Tara Beth joins us as the Lead Pastor at Good Shepherd Church and co-founder of Propel Ecclesia, cohorts for women in ministry. Bethany is the Propel Ecclesia Coordinator and has over a decade of experience in church leadership. Listen in as our hosts, Rachel, James and Corey, have a discussion on difficult moments in leadership and invite our guests to share best practices for empowering women in their leadership.

For more on Propel Women and Propel Ecclesia, follow @PropelWomen on Instagram and visit PropelWomen.org/Ecclesia. Use discount code FreeApply to waive your application fee and apply for the next round of Propel Ecclesia Cohorts.

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@TaraBeth82

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It’s easy to disqualify ourselves and come up with a thousand reasons why we aren’t leading anyone… but no matter where you find yourself positioned on the org chart of work, home, or life, you are leading someone. So how do you lead when you feel like you don’t have control of anything happening around you? Listen in as our hosts, Rachel, James and Corey discuss what they’ve learned about leading when you’re not in charge and the comical reasons they’ve been fired from previous jobs.

This begins a series of our hosts, Rachel, James, and Corey responding to your questions. A few weeks ago, we asked on Instagram what you wanted to know — everything from episode topics to host intro questions.

Today we’re discussing character, spiritual, and leadership development and the worst way anyone has ever ruined a pair of shoes. Listen in as our hosts laugh ‘til they cry and share their best insights on personal development.

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There are some things that worked and were great as a kid, but they just don’t hold up into adulthood. It’s the same with our faith. There comes a time in all our lives when we have to move from milk to steak, metaphorically speaking. Listen in as Rachel, James, and Corey discuss maturing in their faith and the practices that helped them along the way.