In this episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with Elmo Vance to explore the powerful impact of civic leadership and community service in Town of Garner. From his role on the Town Council to his deep involvement in local volunteer efforts, Elmo shares how showing up, listening well, and serving consistently can shape a thriving community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, and the everyday ways ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.

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Featuring Angie Mikus & Courtney Blake

In this heartfelt episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with two women who embody what it means to love your community well. Join us as Angie Mikus and Courtney Blake share the beautiful story of how the Garner community once rallied around Angie—and how she now pours that same love back into the people around her every single day.

From serving with a smile at Angie’s Restaurant, to hosting a community-wide Thanksgiving meal, Angie has made service her lifestyle. She knows your name, pulls up a chair when you walk in, listens deeply, and makes everyone feel seen. Her life is a reminder that service isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are called to be.

Angie and Courtney challenge us to slow down, look around, and recognize the opportunities right in front of us to strengthen, encourage, and serve the community we’re already part of.

If you’ve ever wondered what everyday service looks like—or how ordinary people make an extraordinary impact—this episode will inspire you to lead with heart, love, and passion for people.

Tune in and be encouraged to serve right where you are. ❤️

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In this episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with Robin Pate, a passionate volunteer leader with Operation Christmas Child (OCC). Robin shares how her journey of serving began in her local church and grew into an opportunity to impact lives around the world through OCC’s international outreach. From packing shoeboxes to helping her community get involved, Robin’s story shows how one person’s “yes” to serving can ripple across nations.

Join us as we explore how God uses ordinary people to make an extraordinary difference—one shoebox, one child, and one act of love at a time.

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In this episode of The Serving Effect, host Carlton McDaniel Jr. sits down with Dana Wooten, Executive Director of the Clayton Chamber of Commerce, to talk about the power of service, mentorship, and personal growth. From her earliest days learning the value of giving back to her community, to now leading one of the most active chambers in the region, Dana shares how serving others has shaped every part of her journey.

Whether it’s guiding small business owners, walking alongside others in spiritual growth, or mentoring future leaders, Dana believes that service is where growth truly happens—both for you and the people you serve. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about purpose, leadership, and the ripple effect of serving well.

🎧 Listen now to be inspired to lead, grow, and serve wherever you are.

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In this episode, we sit down with Alan Dickinson—an attorney, an individual with Cerebral Palsy, and a man with a powerful story of faith. Alan shares how God has shaped his journey and given him a deep purpose to serve others, especially those with different abilities. His perspective on perseverance, calling, and living a life of impact will leave you encouraged and inspired.

Tune in to hear how Alan’s story reminds us that no matter our challenges, God can use each of us to make a difference.

Alan Dicinson is an attorney at Clarity Legal Group in Chapel Hill, NC.

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Beth Faucette, a proud Garner hometown girl living off Rock Quarry Road, has spent her life pouring into others. From teaching in local schools to rallying support through Relay for Life, serving in her church, and now dedicating herself to Able to Serve’s participants as a staff member, Beth embodies a heart for service. In this episode, we dive into her journey, the lessons she’s learned, and what it truly means to make a difference in the lives of others.

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🎙️ The Serving Effect: Featuring Tim Stevens

In this episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with Tim Stevens—a storyteller at heart whose words have shaped a community. From his years as a high school sports writer capturing the magic of Friday night football, to his work with Showntell Ministries, to his tireless advocacy for Garner’s veterans, Tim has used his gift of writing to connect people and preserve stories that matter.

His journey may look different than most, but the impact reaches far and wide—touching lives through athletics, Broadway Voices, and the local veteran community. Join us as we explore how one man’s storytelling has become a legacy of service, celebration, and community in Garner.

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 Jonathan Breeden of Breeden Law shares how his parents shaped his understanding of service, why he chose to be in the 40/42 community, and what inspired him to launch The Best of Johnston County podcast. A meaningful conversation on purpose, community, and using your platform to shine a light on others.

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In this episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with April Wood—Garner, NC native, community champion, and administrator of Downtown Garner.  From her early days serving through “GA’s” (Girls in Action) at church to her current role leading revitalization efforts in her hometown, April shares a powerful journey of faith, service, and hometown pride.

Discover how April’s passion for people and place has shaped everything from community events to local business growth—and how she continues to create spaces where others can shine. Whether it’s advocating for small business owners, coordinating community events, or simply showing up where help is needed, April’s story reminds us that service doesn’t require a spotlight—it just takes a willing heart.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the ripple effect of local leadership, creative service, and what it really means to invest where your roots run deep.
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This episode takes a special turn as we spotlight two of our strongest community partners: the Garner Rotary Club and the Garner Mid-Day Rotary Club.

Joining us are Ben Wadsworth (Garner Rotary) and Chad Massengill (Garner Mid-Day Rotary), two local leaders living out the Rotary International motto: Service Above Self.

Together with Able to Serve, these Rotary clubs are making a lasting impact—through hands-on service, strategic support, and community connection. From funding service projects to showing up as volunteers, their partnership is helping adults with disabilities live with purpose and serve others.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about why service matters, how collaboration makes it stronger, and what it looks like when people come together to create real change in their hometown.

Whether you're a longtime Rotarian or just curious about what it means to serve, this episode will leave you encouraged—and challenged—to find your place in the ripple effect of doing good.

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