REPRESENTATION MATTERS FOR OUR CHILDREN

It is a sad truth that our children will not be taught in public schools as well as most private schools, the truth about Blacks & slavery in America! It is the role of Black parents, educators, churches, and community leaders to provide historical and biblical truths about the contributions of Black people.

It is a well-known fact that representation matters particularly for Black and Brown children to grow into strong confident well-balanced contributors to society. In particular, stories play an important role in children's representation: they provide information and models, they guide the reader through the discovery of the world, both real and imaginary, and they convey values such as friendship, empathy, courage, sense of belonging, emotions and diversity which are essential for child development and growth.

Join both Pastor Gay and I for an informative and encouraging conversation that Christian parents as well as anyone working to shape the lives of Black & Brown children in these times should be a part of.

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Dr. Kelly D. Holder, PhD, joins us for a powerful conversation on physician mental health and suicide. As a licensed psychologist and advocate for wellness in healthcare, she shares expert insights on burnout, stigma, and solutions to better support physicians and those who care for us all.”#PhysicianWellness#MentalHealthMatters#PhysicianSuicideAwareness#EndTheStigma#DoctorWellness#HealthcareHeroes#BurnoutPrevention#MentalHealthAwareness #PhysicianSupport

NAVIGATING YOUTH FOR HEALTHY MENTAL WELLNESS"On THE WELL AFTER HOURS we want to recognize September as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We have invited our returning guest Minister Kalisha Smith, mother of five, wife of a Pastor as well as a minister herself, and a licensed clinical social worker specializing in youth mood changes and suicide prevention. Minister Kalisha will be sharing how she is navigating and dealing with the struggles that come with being a parent with great transparency and practical truths and spiritual guidance to help! Minister Kalisha Smith is a professional and faithful witness for Christ with 20 years of professional experience in her called field. Join us this Thursday and share an invitation to your friends and family and those who are looking for hope and encouragement, you won't be sorry you did!#spiritual #counselling #podcast #podcastshow #spirituality #believe #motoivation #prayer #scripture #parenting #parents #christianity #christian #wisecounsel #therapy #christianwomen #motherhood #raisingchildren #fatherillinod #father #faith #FaithfulnessofGod #believers

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AFRICAN HEROES - Discovering Our Christian Heritage REPRESENTATION MATTERS FOR OUR CHILDREN

On THE WELL AFTER HOURS this week, Pastor Jerome Gay Jr. and I will have a conversation on his book, AFRICAN HEROES, Discovering Our Christian Heritage. Pastor Gay has color corrected the Christian Heroes which has before been white washed and not highlighted in their proper African heritage.

It is a well known fact that representation matters particularly for Black and Brown children to grow into strong confident well balanced contributors to society.

In particular, stories play an important role in children's representation: they provide information and models, they guide the reader through the discovery of the world, both real and imaginary, and they convey values such as friendship, empathy, courage, sense of belonging, emotions and diversity which are essential for child development and growth.

At the same time, what stories and books taught to children before is now replaced by media content and this is children's representation should take into account both aspects: literature and media.

Join both Pastor Gay and I for an informative and encouraging conversation that Christian parents as well as anyone working to shape the lives of Black & Brown children in these times should be a part of.

#justice #jesus #faith #podcast #believe #prayer #bible #scripture #talkshow #blackpodcast #blackhistorymonth #blackpeople #talkshow #black #blackpink #spotify #spotifypodcast

Family Mental Health Wellness 2025 & Beyond

On this episode of THE WELL AFTER HOURS, we welcome Minister Kalisha Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner / Founder of Wise Counsel Services NJ, for a vital conversation on Family Mental Wellness in 2025 and the Future.

Kalisha brings her expertise in trauma-informed care, counseling, and community mental health to discuss the evolving needs of families, challenges impacting emotional wellbeing, and the practical strategies we must embrace to thrive together—mind, body, and spirit.

Join us as we explore how faith, therapy, and culturally grounded support systems can shape a healthier future for individuals and families alike.

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A CONVERSATION YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS & HERE'S A SNEAK PEEK!

Protecting your family's mental wellness health is a vital conversation!On this episode of THE WELL AFTER HOURS, we welcome Minister Kalisha Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/ Founder of Wise Counsel Services NJ, for a vital conversation on Family Mental Wellness in 2025 and the Future.

Kalisha brings her expertise in trauma-informed care, counseling, and community mental health to discuss the evolving needs of families, challenges impacting emotional wellbeing, and the practical strategies we must embrace to thrive together—mind, body, and spirit.

Join us as we explore how faith, therapy, and culturally grounded support systems can shape a healthier future for individuals and families alike.

#FamilyMentalHealth #KalishaSmithLCSW #WiseCounselServices #TheWellAfterHours #ChristianPodcast #BlackTherapist #FaithAndHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalWellbeing #HealingOurFamilies

On this episode of THE WELL AFTER HOURS, we welcome Minister Kalisha Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/ Founder of Wise Counsel Services NJ, for a vital conversation on Family Mental Wellness in 2025 and the Future.Kalisha brings her expertise in trauma-informed care, counseling, and community mental health to discuss the evolving needs of families, challenges impacting emotional wellbeing, and the practical strategies we must embrace to thrive together—mind, body, and spirit.Join us as we explore how faith, therapy, and culturally grounded support systems can shape a healthier future for individuals and families alike.#FamilyMentalHealth #KalishaSmithLCSW #WiseCounselServices #TheWellAfterHours #ChristianPodcast #BlackTherapist #FaithAndHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalWellbeing #HealingOurFamilies

Family Mental Health Wellness 2025 & Beyond On this episode of THE WELL AFTER HOURS, we welcome Kalisha Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder of Wise Counsel Services NJ, for a vital conversation on Family Mental Wellness in 2025 and the Future.Kalisha brings her expertise in trauma-informed care, counseling, and community mental health to discuss the evolving needs of families, challenges impacting emotional wellbeing, and the practical strategies we must embrace to thrive together—mind, body, and spirit.Join us as we explore how faith, therapy, and culturally grounded support systems can shape a healthier future for individuals and families alike.#FamilyMentalHealth #KalishaSmithLCSW #WiseCounselServices #TheWellAfterHours #ChristianPodcast #BlackTherapist #FaithAndHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalWellbeing #HealingOurFamilies

In this insightful episode of THE WELL AFTER HOURS, host Beverly Allen sits down once again with Rev. Melvin Wilson, Pastor of St. Matthew AME Church in Orange, NJ.

This conversation explores the heart behind the initiative a specific debt that is plaguing many communities throughout the country, the response of the congregation, and the broader vision of how the Church can be a force for economic justice and healing in a post-pandemic world.

Whether you're a pastor, a community leader, or someone who cares about making a difference, this episode will inspire you to believe in what’s possible when faith meets action.

#MedicalDebtRelief #FaithInAction #ChurchOutreach #CommunityHealing #BlackChurchLeadership #EconomicJustice #TheWellAfterHours #RevMelvinWilson #StMatthewAME #ChurchAndJustice #DebtForgiveness #ChristianPodcast #HealingOurCommunities ##PostPandemicMinistry #KingdomWork

In this insightful episode of THE WELL AFTER HOURS, host Beverly Allen sits down once again with Rev. Melvin Wilson, Pastor of St. Matthew AME Church in Orange, NJ.

This conversation explores the heart behind the initiative of a specific debt plaguing many communities throughout the country, the response of the congregation, and the broader vision of how the Church can be a force for economic justice and healing in a post-pandemic world.

Whether you're a pastor, a community leader, or someone who cares about making a difference, this episode will inspire you to believe in what’s possible when faith meets action.

#MedicalDebtRelief #FaithInAction #ChurchOutreach #CommunityHealing #BlackChurchLeadership #EconomicJustice #TheWellAfterHours #RevMelvinWilson #StMatthewAME #ChurchAndJustice #DebtForgiveness #ChristianPodcast #HealingOurCommunities ##PostPandemicMinistry #KingdomWork