G.R.I.T.-Getting Real Immersed in Truth

What's in a name? Dr. Louie Yang, also known as Dr. Louie, joins me in a conversation about cultural curiosity and the benefits of an immersive experience. In this episode, we discuss the evolution of his name and what sounds like a seemingly innocent question, where you are from. Finally, we discuss the benefits of cultural curiosity and how immersive experiences provide an understanding of another person's story and authentic relationships. Visit Dr. Louis Yang's website https://chirolouie.com (Chirolouie) Laws discussed regarding Chinese immigration: https://www.history.com/topics/immigration/chinese-exclusion-act-1882 (Chinese Exclusion Act) Historic contributions by Asian Americans https://www.history.com/news/wong-tsu-boeing-first-aeronautic-engineer-model-c (The Chinese-Born Engineer Who Helped Launch US Commercial Aviation) https://www.history.com/news/chinese-american-womens-suffrage-mabel-ping-hua-lee?li_medium=m2m-rcw-history&li_source=LI (Mabel Ping-Hua Lee fought for the rights of women on two sides of the world). https://www.history.com/news/asian-american-inventions-contributions (Ground Breaking contributions by Asian Americans through history) Suggested Reading: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/becoming-all-things-michelle-reyes/1137257288?ean=9780310108917 (Becoming All Things: How Small Changes Lead To Lasting Connections Across Cultures) by https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Michelle%20Reyes%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall (Michelle Reyes) https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-race-wise-family-helen-lee/1140032614?ean=9780593193952 (The Race-Wise Family: Ten Postures to Becoming Households of Healing and Hope) by https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Helen%20Lee%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall (Helen Lee) and https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Michelle%20Ami%20Reyes%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall (Michelle Ami Reyes), 

Native American women are murdered at more than ten times the national average; however, BIPOC Women receive less media attention. May 5 is the National Day of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Colette Yellow Robe, Ph.D., Joins me in a conversation to discuss the history, heartache, and hope for the justice of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women/Girls and their Relatives. Connect with Colette: Connect with Colette on https://www.instagram.com/colette.yellowrobe.phd/ (Instagram) Dr. Yellow Robe recommends the following websites: https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ (https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/) https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ ( )https://www.greatplainsaction.org/about (https://www.greatplainsaction.org/about) https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ ( )https://www.wbcws.org/ (https://www.wbcws.org/) Some of the articles discussed and websites you can also use to educate and donate: https://www.nicoa.org/inadequate-data-on-missing-murdered-indigenous-women-and-girls/ (https://www.nicoa.org/inadequate-data-on-missing-murdered-indigenous-women-and-girls/) https://www.niwrc.org/mmiwnatlweek22 (https://www.niwrc.org/mmiwnatlweek22) https://www.nativewomenswilderness.org/mmiw (https://www.nativewomenswilderness.org/mmiw) https://www.insider.com/710-indigenous-people-missing-in-wyoming-where-gabby-petito-disappeared-2021-9 (https://www.insider.com/710-indigenous-people-missing-in-wyoming-where-gabby-petito-disappeared-2021-9) https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/2021-11-01/how-states-are-addressing-the-missing-indigenous-women-crisis (https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/2021-11-01/how-states-are-addressing-the-missing-indigenous-women-crisis) https://www.doi.gov/news/secretary-haaland-creates-new-missing-murdered-unit-pursue-justice-missing-or-murdered-american (https://www.doi.gov/news/secretary-haaland-creates-new-missing-murdered-unit-pursue-justice-missing-or-murdered-american) https://time.com/6148642/lauren-smith-fields-social-media/ (Lauren Smith-Fields Article) https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ ( )https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/27/nyregion/lauren-smith-fields-bumble-date-investigation.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/27/nyregion/lauren-smith-fields-bumble-date-investigation.html) https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ ( )https://blackandmissinginc.com/ (https://blackandmissinginc.com/) https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ ( )https://raskin.house.gov/press-releases?ID=6662F483-78BE-4E23-B1B1-EBB692C7D4A3 (https://raskin.house.gov/press-releases?ID=6662F483-78BE-4E23-B1B1-EBB692C7D4A3)

Part of today's conversation is answering the question, how are we to engage people as ambassadors of Christ? My Guests are John Leonard Harris, Founder of Encouragement Unlimited, and Founder and Pastor of Encouragement Kingdom Outreach Fellowship and Pastor Jessie Myles, Founder, and Pastor of No Greater Love Christian Fellowship Church Join us as we discuss: What are the realities of racism? Where do our allegiances lie? How should we engage these issues spiritually? Where is the Fruit of the Spirit in all of this? Connect w/John Leonard Harris https://www.facebook.com/encouragementkingdomoutreach (https://www.facebook.com/encouragementkingdomoutreach) http://linkedin.com/in/johnleonardharris (http://linkedin.com/in/johnleonardharris) Connect w/ Pastor Jessie Myles https://www.facebook.com/No-Greater-Love-Christian-Fellowship-Church-101787064802530/ (No Greater Love Christian Fellowship Church) on Facebook Check out this book by Pastor Tony Evans: Oneness https://tonyevans.org/ (https://tonyevans.org/) http://www.encouragementunlimited.org/ (www.encouragementunlimited.org) and follow on https://www.instagram.com/mrencouragement/?hl=en (@mrencouragement ) on Instagram. he Podcast is Written, Produced, and Edited By: Robrenna Redl Original Music By: Hand-crafted Studios - Composer Michael Coffey

This new episode was published again because I accidentally posted the extended version. This is better quality and split into two parts due to the episode's length. Part 2 will be available next week. My Guests are John Leonard Harris, Founder of Encouragement Unlimited, and Founder and Pastor of Encouragement Kingdom Outreach Fellowship  Also, Pastor Jessie Myles, Founder and Pastor of No Greater Love Christian Fellowship Church Join us as we discuss: What is Critical Race Theory? Why does the language behind CRT so controversial? Does it add to or take away from history? What does Jesus say about the oppressed? Connect w/John Leonard Harris https://www.facebook.com/encouragementkingdomoutreach (https://www.facebook.com/encouragementkingdomoutreach) http://linkedin.com/in/johnleonardharris (http://linkedin.com/in/johnleonardharris) Connect w/ Pastor Jessie Myles https://www.facebook.com/No-Greater-Love-Christian-Fellowship-Church-101787064802530/ (No Greater Love Christian Fellowship Church) on Facebook Check out this book by Pastor Tony Evans: Oneness https://tonyevans.org/ (https://tonyevans.org/) Black Business Shoutout http://www.encouragementunlimited.org (www.encouragementunlimited.org) and follow on https://www.instagram.com/mrencouragement/?hl=en (@mrencouragement ) on Instagram. https://www.franklincovey.com/habit-5/ (https://www.franklincovey.com/habit-5/) he Podcast is Written, Produced, and Edited By: Robrenna Redl Original Music By: Hand-crafted Studios - Composer Michael Coffey

My Guest is Celeste Henderson, a wife, mother, Master Trauma Healing Group Facilitator, and Founder of The Sanctuary International Join us as we discuss: The parallels between black Americans and black Britons Experience of living a Culturally Hybrid life also known as Code Switching The Church's role in global racial reconciliation The importance of acknowledging and teaching the historical contributions of Black Britians Why it's important to address racial and generational trauma Follow https://www.instagram.com/_celestehenderson_/ (Celeste Henderson )on Instagram https://www.history.co.uk/articles/black-britons-who-shaped-history (Black Britons Who Shaped History) Black Business Shoutout goes global: Subscribe to https://www.instagram.com/cocoagirlmag/ (Cocagirl Magazine) and follow on Instagram.  Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Follow my http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram), @robrennaredl Website: https://www.robrennaredl.com/ Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  The Podcast is Written, Produced, and Edited By: Robrenna Redl Original Music By: Hand-crafted Studios - Composer Michael Coffey

My Guest, https://www.facebook.com/InspireLincoln/ (Inspire) 2021 Woman of the year, Dr. Anitra Warrior, shares her story of turning her tragedy into helping others. Join us as we discuss: Tragic experiences that led to working in the mental health field Importance of incorporating Native American Culture and Heritage into western practices. Respect instead of pathologizing heritage and culture. Investing in underserved communities and launching a non-profit. https://www.morningstar-counseling.com (Morning Star Counseling) Website Follow Dr. Anitra Warrior Morning Star Counseling on https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=morningstar%20counseling (Facebook) Check out https://www.pbs.org/specials/native-american-heritage-month/ (Documentaries) to learn more about Native American Culture, Heritage, and Contributions.  Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Follow my http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram), @robrennaredl Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  I'm taking a break, but I'll be back in February 2022

 Join me and my friend, Lupe Hickey, who teaches us about Día de los Muertos, known as Day of the Dead. Lupe talks to us about The origins of Day of the Dead Customs, rituals, and religious significance  Pride in Mexican Culture and heritage https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/indigenous-festivity-dedicated-to-the-dead-00054 (UNESCO Indigenous Festivities) https://www.thegracemuseum.org/online-learning-blog/2020/11/4/dia-de-los-muertos-symbols-and-traditions#:~:text=Every%20ofrenda%20also%20includes%20the,paper%20banners%2C%20represent%20the%20wind. (Grace Museum) https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/day-of-the-dead (History of Día de los Muertos) Check out the podcast https://www.wbur.org/podcasts/anythingforselena (Anything for Selena)  To show my appreciation to you for listening to the Podcast, I'm offering a Giveaway: Two winners will receive:  Redeeming Heartache Book by Dan Allender and Cathy Loerzel Favorite Snack Licorice from Licorice International Magnolia Book Mark Magnolia Book Bag   Grit Getting Real Immersed in Truth mug  Giveaway rules:  Open to Us Residents only  Like this photo  Follow @robrennnaredl  Tag 2 friends in the comments and let me know which episode has been your favorite   Bonus entry: subscribe, rate & leave a review on Apple podcast for G.R.I.T.   The giveaway closes on Nov 9th and the winner will be announced on Instagram at 12:00 pm Eastern Time.

Many of us are experiencing some form of trauma today with all that's happening in the world. In this episode, we talk about how to deal with the trauma and heal from it. My Guest Don and Doreen Gordon discuss:  The definition of trauma How to trauma affects the body  Where's God in the midst of difficult times that lead to trauma Healing is possible for generations and racial trauma Don and Dorren's ministry to help the hurting Don and Doreen's trauma healing ministry https://toequiphispeople.org/ (To Equip His People) https://traumahealinginstitute.org/ (Trauma Healing Institute) To donate new unwrapped gifts, donate online or volunteer cityimpact.org https://cityimpact.org/gifts-of-love/ (City Impact Gifts of Love).  Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Follow my http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram), tell me your favorite episode, and tag two friends to participate in the giveaway. Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  The Podcast is Written, Produced, and Edited By: Robrenna Redl Original Music By: Hand-crafted Studios - Composer Michael Coffey Gifts of love music by Music by https://pixabay.com/users/zakharvalaha-22836301/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=8701 (ZakharValaha) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8701 (Pixabay)

Philosophers like Aristotle helped shape understanding of Justice in the United States. Pastor Juan Carlos joins me in a conversation about Justice as we ponder the questions: Do we define Justice the way God does? How do ethnicity, race, and culture impact the interpretation of Justice in scripture? How does God's love, mercy, grace displayed through Jesus lead us to understand and empathize toward one another? What can we do to move into the Jesus way of Justice? https://www.firstplymouth.org/ (First-Plymouth Church) |https://www.facebook.com/FirstPlymouthChurch ( Facebook) https://www.amazon.com/Reading-While-Black-American-Interpretation-ebook/dp/B086KQSS2X/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1Q3K582QDA3P&dchild=1&keywords=esau%20mccaulley&psc=1&qid=1634001463&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFGUjc4VjVGM0dCSVcmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA2NTM5NzlTSDE5NFQzUDVNSTMmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDQyMDAxNzFHN0ZFN1FVTk9KRkcmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&sprefix=Esau%20%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1-spons (Reading While Black) by Esau McCaulley Hispanic Business Shout out: Robersy's is now Evalinda's Hair Salon same location at 300 North 27th Street Misky's Bakery Located at 505 N 27th St https://www.instagram.com/miskybaker/ ( Instagram)|https://www.facebook.com/miskybakeryusa/ ( Facebook) |https://miskybakery.com/home (Website)   Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Follow myhttp://robrennaredl/ ( Instagram), tell me your favorite episode, and tag two friends to participate in the giveaway. Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.

There's an ebb and flow in any marriage, but multicultural marriages have a uniqueness in their beauty and challenges. Today I talk to Stephanie and Jun Marcelin, Hosts of https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTkwODczLnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjYwPm6k5bzAhUTE80KHYtlDZgQ9sEGegQIARAG (Moments with the Marcelins). A podcast that focuses on Transparency, Tools, and Truth while tackling hard topics like racial justice, mental health, forgiveness, emotional health, and more. Stephanie, a Honduran-American woman, and Jun, a Haitian-American man, join me to discuss: Taking some cultural and family "gems" into the marriage while leaving other things out. Respecting and merging culture and family traditions. The hope they share as they anticipate the arrival of their first child. Jun's message to us about the Haitian people in this time of tragedy. Moments With the Marcelins Podcast and Social Media Channels https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTkwODczLnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjYwPm6k5bzAhUTE80KHYtlDZgQ9sEGegQIARAG (Moments with the Marcelins) https://www.instagram.com/junmarcelin/ (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/junmarcelin/ (Jun Marcelin)    https://www.instagram.com/stephmarcelin/ (Steph Marcelin)  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+marcelins (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/mmoments.co/ (Facebook)  https://twitter.com/junmarcelin (Twitter)  http://www.mmoments.co (Website) For inquiries and questions, please email us at info@mmoments.co I recommend listening to the following podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTkwODczLnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjYwPm6k5bzAhUTE80KHYtlDZgQ9sEGegQIARAG (Moments with the Marcelins) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5ucHIub3JnLzUxMDMxMi9wb2RjYXN0LnhtbA/episode/ZDk2NjBhZjMtMGFiMC00NDk0LWEyZDUtYjRiOTJmMjQyZjA1?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjw69-Vj5bzAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQFg (Code Switch) Episode Who You Calling ‘Hispanic'? Hispanic Business Shout out: Robersy's Hair Salon  https://metrodiningdelivery.com/menus/el_chaparro_mexican_menu_lincoln_nebraska.html (El Chaparro authentic Mexican Food Restaurant)  Lobo City Mex Supermarket https://www.facebook.com/Lobo-City-Mex-2074313376208185 (Facebook) | https://www.lobocitymex.com/ (Website) Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Follow my http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram), tell me your favorite episode, and tag two friends to participate in the giveaway. Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  The Podcast is Written, Produced, and Edited By: Robrenna Redl Original Music By: Hand-crafted Studios - Composer Michael Coffey Background music by https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lofi-chill-607/ (Quality Online Media) from https://pixabay.com/music/ (Pixabay) Black Business Shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/ (Watobi) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=4800 (Pixabay) Hispanic Business Shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/cha-cha-latin-on-the-beach-latin-dance-party-music-601/ (JuliusH) from https://pixabay.com/music/cha-cha-latin-on-the-beach-latin-dance-party-music-601/ (Pixaby) Picture of Robrenna Photo Credit https://www.timothymetcalfphotography.com/ (Timothy Metcalf Photography)

Today's topic of conversation is about diverse missionaries for People of Color to Africa. Join me and Guest Ronda Tyson of 10:40 AM (Africa Missions) as we ponder why diversity is causing so much division. We discuss how the Church in the book of Acts shows us how and why we should embrace the diversity of ethnicity, people groups, gifts, and abilities in church and on the mission field. You can contact Ronda at 10:40 AM (Africa Missions) Website: http://www.1040africa.org/ (Www.1040africa.org) Check out her https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=10%3A40%20am (Facebook) page Email: ronda@1040Africa.org This Episode's Black Business Shout Out: https://www.facebook.com/Aim2PlzU (Aim2PlzU Event design and gifts, LLC) Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Giveaway for my listeners U. S Follow my http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram), tell me your favorite episode, and tag 2 friends to participate in the giveaway. Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  Visit my https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (website) Getting Real Immersed in Truth podcast is written, produced, and edited by me - Robrenna Redl.  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios Black Business Shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/ (Watobi) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=4800 (Pixabay)

In this episode, I talk about taking a break as part of my self-care regime, our family vacation, and an upcoming giveaway as a thank you to our listeners and for the GRIT-Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast's first Anniversary. Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  For the giveaway connect with me on http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram) Check out my https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (Website) Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart), designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  Getting Real Immersed in Truth podcast is Produced and edited by me - Robrenna Redl  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios. Background music by https://pixabay.com/users/natureseye-18615106/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=4800 (NaturesEye) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=4800 (Pixabay)

Welcome to the GRIT Podcast Getting Real Immersed in Truth, intersecting hard conversations with the gospel. In this episode, Dr. John Spilker joins us to explore his story about grappling with faith and sexuality. Another podcast to listen to that gives two sides to this perspective is  https://open.spotify.com/episode/0CmmrxfiJWiUZ4YUxhNlU2 (Love Thy Neighborhood Ep 9 Where The Gospel Meets LGBTQ) Listen to Rachel Gilson as she answershttps://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/q-a-podcast/rachel-gilson-sexuality-gender-identity/ ( Gen Z's Questions About Christianity: Sexuality and Gender Identity) Check out the following books: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/embracing-the-journey-greg-mcdonald/1129770164;jsessionid=304C1B6A2F0FFC392B2388ECF5042059.prodny_store02-atgap10?ean=9781982102340 (Embracing the Journey: A Christian Parents' Blueprint to Loving Your LGBTQ Child) by Greg and Lynn McDonald with Beth Jusino   https://bookshop.org/books/risking-grace-loving-our-gay-family-and-friends-like-jesus/9781939445018 (Risking Grace Loving Our gay family & friends like Jesus) By Dave Jackson  https://bookshop.org/books?keywords=Gay+Girl+Good+God (Gay Girl Good God) by Jackie Hill Perry  Check outhttps://centerforfaith.com/about/leadership/dr-preston-sprinkle ( The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender) Director Preston Sprinkle has written a few books; his latest is https://bookshop.org/books/embodied-transgender-identities-the-church-and-what-the-bible-has-to-say/9780830781225 ( Embodied: Transgender Identities, the Church, and What the Bible Has to Say) but just, so you know, I  haven't read this one yet. Seek first to understand then to be understoodhttps://www.franklincovey.com/habit-5/ ( franklincovey.com/habit-5/) Don't forget to give G.R.I.T. - Getting Real Immersed in Truth a 5-star Rating, Follow, and Share.  Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudiohttps://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks ( Mama, Take Heart) designed to help moms of GenZ girls be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in their girl's life.  Getting Real Immersed in Truth podcast is Produced and edited by me - Robrenna Redl  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios. Connect with me on http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram) and check out my https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (Website) Background music byhttps://pixabay.com/music/beats-lofi-chill-607/ ( Quality Online Media) fromhttps://pixabay.com/music/ ( Pixabay)

What is open adoption? How does a birth mother choosing the parents for her child affect the adoption process? How is the support system of the birth mother affected? We'll explore these things and more on this episode of GRIT-Getting Real Immersed in Truth. Today's guest Maddie Zimmerman generously shares her story about how releasing can display love and the ebb and flow of open adoption. https://nchs.org/ (Nebraska Children's Home) https://cedarskids.org/ (Cedars) Juneteenth- June 19, 1865 commemorates the day that the last enslaved people were told of their freedom — two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation! Check your local listings for events. Here's the 2019 https://www.texasmonthly.com/being-texan/mexican-village-juneteenth-celebration/ (Texas Monthly Article) about the town of El Nacimiento. Check out my other podcast on  LifeAudio https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks (Mama, Take Heart )The Mama, Take Heart podcast is to help moms be the compassionate, gospel-centered, influential voice in their girl's life. Getting Real Immersed in Truth podcast is Produced and edited by me - Robrenna Redl  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios Connect with me on http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram) and check out my https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (Website) Black Business Shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/ (Watobi) from Pixabay

What happens when a person raised in the foster care system becomes a foster parent? Should you honor and incorporate the culture and heritage of your foster child into your family traditions? How does a single parent carry the joys and struggles of being a foster parent? What can foster parents and birth parents do to work together for the best interests of the child? We'll explore these things in more on today's episode of GRIT- getting real while immersed in truth. A touching local https://www.klkntv.com/among-the-recent-child-abuse-cases-a-mother-encourages-nebraskans-to-foster/ (news story) about Rachael by https://www.linkedin.com/in/jael-pembrick-485538106/ (Jael Pembrick) https://www.chne.org/ (Christian Heritage Foster Care Services) Black-owned Business Shout-out LNK Glamour-Black-owned Business Shout-out Beauty Brand featuring magnetic lashes, Magnetic eyeliner, and more https://lnklashes.com/ (Lnklashes.com) To hear my interview with  https://www.sandhyaoaks.com/ (Sandhya Oaks), who generously tells her personal story about transracial adoption, listen to my other podcast on  LifeAudio https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/transracial-adoption-a-personal-story-with-sandhya-oaks (Mama, Take Heart )The Mama, Take Heart podcast is to help moms be the compassionate, gospel-centered, influential voice in their girl's life. Getting Real Immersed in Truth podcast is Produced and edited by me - Robrenna Redl  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios Connect with me on http://robrennaredl/ (Instagram) and check out my https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (Website) Black Business Shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/ (Watobi) from Pixabay

What are the cultural traditions of black hair, and why do they matter? Touching our hair - What's the big deal? What's the Crown Act, and how's it affected by cultural appropriation? https://www.thecrownact.com/ (The Crown Act) - was created in 2019 by Dove and the Crown Coalition to ensure protection against discrimination based on race-based hairstyles by extending statutory protection to hair texture and protective styles such as braids, locs, twists, and knots in the workplace and public schools. https://www.facebook.com/thecrownact (Crown Act Facebook Page) https://www.klkntv.com/nebraska-lawmakers-advance-bill-to-ban-hair-discrimination/ (Crown Bill Advances in Nebraska) https://omaha.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/sen-mckinney-introduces-new-hair-discrimination-bill-after-ricketts-veto/article_1dec2004-6a34-11eb-a4b7-0303a02790a7.html (Sen. McKinney Introduces New Hair Discrimination Bill After Ricketts Veto)  https://www.3newsnow.com/news/local-news/gov-ricketts-vetoes-hair-discrimination-bill (Governor Ricketts Vetoes Hair Discrimination Bill) LB 1060 http://creativesoulphoto.com/glory/ (Glory Book) by Regis and Kahran Bethencourt from http://creativesoulphoto.com/about/ (Creative Soul Photo) Find Corinthia at https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=Fishers%20Beauty%20and%20Barber (Fisher's Beauty and Barber)  Find Angela at https://www.facebook.com/ZenSalonAndPhysicalWellness/ (Zen Salon and Physical Wellness)  Black Business Shout-out: Perfectly Posh https://raqueledmunds.po.sh/ (Raquel Edmunds )  I also added the link to the youtube video by https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtWgO_-72P4 (Christy Gior), a white mom taking  care of her black daughter's hair.  Check out my other podcast https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/episode-1-getting-to-know-generation-z (Mama, Take Heart: Understanding Your GenZ Girl.)  http://@robrennaredl (Instagram) | https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (Website) Black Business Shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/ (Watobi) from Pixabay May is Asian-American Pacific-Islander Heritage Month. It's Mental Health Awareness month too so take care of yourself.

You can connect with me on https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (Instagram) or Check out my new website https://www.robrennaredl.com/ (robrennaredl.com) built by Vicki at https://buildyourbestyear.com/ (buildyourbestyear.com). If you have a GenZ girl, listen to my other podcast https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/episode-1-getting-to-know-generation-z (Mama, Take Heart): Understanding Your GenZ Girl. It's designed to help you be the compassionate, gospel-centered, and influential voice in your girl's life. Check it out on my https://my.captivate.fm/robrennaredl.com (website) or https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/your-girls-worth (LifeAudio.com). Connect with Reverand Kirstie at https://www.facebook.com/FirstUMCLincoln (https://www.facebook.com/FirstUMCLincoln) https://www.firstumclincoln.org/?fbclid=IwAR3008XemjpUNsRdPTj8pmeiVQJ9ekbqaqhpyC1kGETqIV_EDTUOupvFzyk (Firstumclincoln.org) Connect with Reverand Doctor Melodie https://www.facebook.com/EastridgeLincoln (https://www.facebook.com/EastridgeLincoln), https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCppe0KMbZ6JiQ0DPCKbRU1A (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCppe0KMbZ6JiQ0DPCKbRU1A) To give to Chaplain Ashley's ministry https://goodnewsjail.org/give/ (https://goodnewsjail.org/give/) Black Business Shoutout: Noonies Homemade Fudge that's noonies spelled N-o-o-n-i-e-s http://www.noonieshomemadefudge.com/ (www.noonieshomemadefudge.com)  or their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/noonieshomemadefudge (www.facebook.com/noonieshomemadefudge) For an interesting perspective about Womanhood, check out a podcast called https://open.spotify.com/episode/469Jug1UXYtSYqIaJCJKyI?si=K8nIUo8WQfKxYNr9rvKmNQ (Love Thy Neighborhood Episode 37 Where the Gospel meets Womanhood.) Another great podcast for listening and learning is https://www.truthstable.com/podcast (Truth's Table) with Theologian Ekemini Uwan, Dr. Christina Edmondson, and Michelle Higgins.  A book I mentioned that reads from the context of culture is https://bookshop.org/books/reading-while-black-african-american-biblical-interpretation-as-an-exercise-in-hope/9780830854868 (Reading While Black) By Esau McCaulley. This podcast is produced and edited by me - Robrenna Redl.  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios:  Black business shoutout music by https://pixabay.com/music/ (Watobi) from Pixabay  Until next time, keep your Grit up by Getting Real While Immersed in Truth

Hey Friend! Today we explore a somewhat controversial topic in some Christian circles: Women in the pulpit. Thanks for Listening! I had many technical issues in many areas and a learning curve for editing, which delayed getting the podcast completed. Thanks for your patience! Black-owned business shout out Kidd Krazed Kreations: https://www.facebook.com/KiddKrazed.Kreations (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/_kiddkrazedkreations/ (Instagram) Check out my other podcast on LifeAudio https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/episode-1-getting-to-know-generation-z (Mama, Take Heart): Understanding Your GenZ Girl.  Connect with me on Instagram https://my.captivate.fm/@robrennaredl (@robrennaredl) The podcast is produced and edited by me - Robrenna Redl  Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios: Show notes: Verses discussed during the episode: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis+1%3A26-27&version=ESV (Genesis 1:26-27) (Man and Woman made in the image of God) https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+14&version=NIV (1 Corinthians 14:26-40) Women remain silent(read full for context) https://biblia.com/bible/esv/1-timothy/2/11-14 (1 Timothy 2:11-14) Women learn quietly https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+8%3A1-11&version=NIV (John 8:1-11) Woman caught in Adultery https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+4%3A1-42&version=NIV (John 4:1-42) Woman at the Well https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark%205%3A25%E2%80%9334&version=ESV (Mark 5:25-34) Woman with the Issue of Blood https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+15%3A21-28&version=ESV (Matthew 15:21-28) Faith of the Canaanite Woman https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+7%3A36-50&version=ESV (Luke 7:35-50) Woman with the perfume https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+24%3A1-12&version=ESV (Luke 24:1-12) Women at the tomb https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=romans16%3A1-2&version=ESV (Romans 16:1-2) Phoebe https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts+18%3A2-26&version=ESV (Acts 18:2-26) and https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=romans16%3A3&version=ESV (Romans16:3) Priscilla, also known as Prica Definitions:  Exegesis-critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture. Homiletics-the art of preaching or writing sermons. https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/jesus-and-women-bible-study (Jesus and Women) In the First Century and Now Bible Study By Kristi Mclelland Please pray for protection and against hatred toward the Asian American Pacific Islander community. Don't allow this violence to continue on your watch. https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/ ( Here) training you can do to learn ways to intervene as a bystander. Also, https://stopaapihate.org/ (Donate) to Stop AAPI Hate and violence against the Asian community. #womeninchurch #womenpreachers #womeninthpulpit #stopaapihate #hollaback #aajc

It's February, which means it's black history month. I say here in the states that black history is American history. At one time, there was a belief that black people didn't have a soul. Well, God knows his children; he created us with souls and all. He helped black people persevere even through torment and persecution by allowing us to etch out a life of dignity. Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast Facebook) page. The podcast is Produced by me - Robrenna Redl  Editor Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Composer Michael Coffey of Hand-crafted Studios Keep your Grit up by Getting Real While Immersed in Truth.   Most of my research comes from https://www.biography.com/ (biography.com) https://www.history.com/ (history.com), https://www.blackpast.org/ (blackpast.org), https://civilrightstrail.com/ (civilrightstrail.com), https://www.invent.org/ (invent.org), and Wikipedia, which was cross-referenced with other sites.  If you want more little known facts check out https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/black-history-facts?li_source=LI&li_medium=m2m-rcw-history (History.com Black History Facts)

 This podcast is written and produced by me, Robrenna Redl; Original intro and outro music by Hand-Crafted Studios Composer: Michael Coffey Music in the middle of this episode is Titled Tenderness from https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/tenderness (Bensound) - Composer: Benjamin Tissot (also known as https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/tenderness (Bensound)) https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/tenderness (https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/tenderness)  Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast Facebook) page https://www.biblestudytools.com/ephesians/passage/?q=ephesians+5:1-2 (Ephesians 5:1-2) https://www.biblestudytools.com/ephesians/passage/?q=ephesians+5:13-14 (Ephesians 5:13-14) https://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/10-23.html (Luke 10:23) https://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/passage/?q=luke+10:25-28 (Luke 10: 25-28) https://www.biblestudytools.com/john/passage/?q=john+13:34-35 (John 13:34-35) https://www.biblestudytools.com/genesis/1-27.html (Genesis 1:27) https://www.biblestudytools.com/nlt/ephesians/passage/?q=ephesians+2:8-9 (Ephesian 2:8-9 (NLT))

As Americans, we're preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving a holiday that commemorates the coming together of Native American's and colonists to share a meal. It's also a time to reflect on gratitude, which is an important practice we should participate in all year round. Because of our history with the Native American people, I pondered this question, what happened after the first Thanksgiving? Also, how do we move away from apathy and awaken compassion and concern for our Native American Brothers and Sisters? Join me in a conversation with my friend Alex Rousseau as we explore these things and more while Getting Real Immersed in Truth. If you'd like to join Alex in showing love and compassion to those living on the Omaha Reservation you can donate hats, gloves, and scarves that will go to the children on the Reservation. Donations can be brought to MiddleCross Church at 2600 N 70th. You can contact Alex through email rousseaualex20@gmail.com. Also, please consider if you have a business or skill that you're willing to teach consider investing in the Omaha Reservation to give them an opportunity to contribute and thrive on their own. For more information on books discussed and the movie Alex suggested. Click on the links below-notes: https://bookshop.org/books?keywords=The+other+slavery (The Other Slavery) By Andres Resendez https://bookshop.org/books?keywords=The+othAn+Indigenous+Peoples%E2%80%99+History+of+the+United+Stateser+slavery (An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States) By Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz https://bookshop.org/books/an-indigenous-peoples-history-of-the-united-states-for-young-people/9780807049396 (An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States For Young People) By Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bury+my+heart+at+wounded+knee+Movie&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 (Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee Movie) Also, check out the YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yzmp383dwjo (We Are Still Here: Four Hundred Years of Wampanoag History) Which is the tribe that is noted to have hosted the first https://www.britannica.com/topic/Thanksgiving-Day (Thanksgiving).  Don't forget to rate us on iTunes and subscribe to Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you listen to your podcast. Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast Facebook) page   You are loved beyond measure. This has been a difficult year; I know for some just regular life has been difficult and the holidays can be difficult, If you're struggling with Substance Abuse, call the national hotline: 1-800-662-4357 Once again you are loved beyond measure, please, if you feel like you want to hurt yourself, please tell someone. You can also call the National Suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 The podcast is written and produced by me - Robrenna Redl, and Hand-crafted Studios Editor/ Producer Michael Coffey Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey.

Welcome to this special edition of the GRIT PODCAST-Getting Real Immersed in Truth. I'm your host Robrenna Redl. Today our focus is prayer. Women praying in the languages of Dinka, Korean, Arabic, Spanish, and English, for unity, health, our world, our country (USA), peace; and that God's love, mercy, and grace are as evident as through the life of Jesus Christ. We are Many Voices, nations, tribes, people, and languages, becoming one to cry out to God." Thank you to the women, my sisters, who lift they're voices in prayer  Robrenna https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians%203:10&version=NIV (Ephesians 3:10 ) English  Jael https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Micah%206%3A8&version=NIV (Micah 6:8 ) English Abeny https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%2016%3A1-5&version=NIV (Acts 16:1-5 ) Dinka (South Sudanese) https://www.victoriaelizabeth.com/ (Victoria Mejas )https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians%204%3A4-7&version=NIV (Philippians 4:4-7 ) Spanish Rachael https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Corinthians%201:10&version=NIV (1 Cornthians 1:10) English https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Corinthians%2013%3A11&version=NIV (2 Corinthian 13:11) https://biblia.com/bible/esv/psalm/133/1-3 (Psalm 133:1-3) Katy https://www.biblestudytools.com/2-chronicles/7-14.html (2 Chronicles 7:14)https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Chronicles%207%3A14&version=NIV ( ) Arabic Sueyoun https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%2015%3A5&version=NIV (Romans 15:5 ) Korean https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians%204%3A32&version=NIV (Ephesians 4:32)  Missy https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2046&version=NIV (Psalm 46) English Starlet https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%2012%3A3&version=NIV (Romans 12:3) English Leanne https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Colossians%203%3A12-17&version=NIV (Colossians 3:12-17) English Robrenna https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians%206:10-18&version=NIV (Ephesians 6:10-18) English Thank you for joining us today check the show notes for the bible verses and names of the women who prayed today. You can connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) The podcast is produced by me - Robrenna and Hand-crafted Studios editor/producer: Michael Coffey Remember God is Sovereign and King Jesus is on the throne.

Welcome back, listeners to the G.R.I.T Podcast Getting Real Immersed in Truth- Intersecting hard conversations with the Gospel; We seek and speak the truth about what's going on around us. I am your host Robrenna Redl, and we're at the end of our series on self-care with part 2 of the emotional and spiritual aspect we're calling soul-care. If you missed part 1 of today's discussion, go to episode 8; We discussed how our emotional and spiritual selves are affect our physical self and vice versa. Joining us again is Patria Rector. Patria is a Counselor and Certified Professional Life Coach with The Broken and Beautiful. She offers Counseling and Coaching services locally in our community and online. Patria holds a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, a Completion of Certificate in trauma-focused narrative therapy, Levels I and II - and a Completion of Externship in trauma-focused narrative therapy - both from The Allender Center. Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast Facebook) Podcast Facebook page The podcast is produced by me - Robrenna Redl, and Hand-crafted Studios. Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey  For more information on this topic and to find encouragement in these trying times, check out these sites and Podcasts that deal with these issues on a deeper level:  Find Patria: https://www.thebrokenandbeautiful.com/ (The Broken and Beautiful ) The work of healing: https://theallendercenter.org/ (The Allender Center) Books to discover: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-body-keeps-the-score-bessel-van-der-kolk-md/1117229987 (The Body Keeps the Score) by Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD https://www.zondervan.com/9780310348498/emotionally-healthy-spirituality/ (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality ) by Peter Scazzero https://www.ivpress.com/healing-racial-trauma (Healing Racial Trauma The Road to Resilience) by Sheila Wise Rowe The blog post I wrote on https://whollyloved.com/ (WhollyLoved) titled https://whollyloved.com/category/hardships-and-trials/ (Faith and Healing Amid Turmoil). My current Bible study that I highly recommend: https://www.lifeway.com/jesusandwomen (Jesus and Women in the First Century and Now) by Kristi Mclelland Check out the https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/podcast/?v=4096ee8eef7d (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Podcast) Podcasts on Salem Media's Life audio https://www.lifeaudio.com/christians-in-a-time-of-coronavirus/ (Christians in a Time of Coronavirus) https://www.lifeaudio.com/story-behind-podcast/ (Story Behind) https://www.lifeaudio.com/breathe-the-stress-less-podcast/ (Breathe The Less Stress Podcast) https://www.lifeaudio.com/faith-over-fear/ (Faith over Fear)

 Welcome G.R.I.T Podcast Getting Real Immersed in Truth  Intersecting hard conversations with the gospel. We seek and speak the truth about what's going on around us. I am your host Robrenna Redl    As we've mentioned in previous episodes, 2020 has brought difficulties and challenges at a rapid pace and in a consistent manner. It seems like events continue to overwhelm us. Many of us have experienced quite a bit of loss, uncertainty, and financial hardship. These experiences may lead us to wonder why. Why am I going through this? We may ask, does God see us? Does he hear us? Some of us sit in the truth God is Sovereign, while others may experience anger, and frustration towards God. And you what that's okay. The stress many of us are under has caused emotional pains and heartache. How do we process our roller coaster of emotions right now and move toward the promise of hope?   Today, my guest is Patria Rector, she is a Counselor and Certified Professional Life Coach with The Broken and Beautiful. She offers Counseling and Coaching services locally in our community and online. For more information on this topic and to find encouragement in these trying times check out these sites and Podcasts that deal with these issues on a deeper level:  Find Patria: https://www.thebrokenandbeautiful.com/ (The Broken and Beautiful ) The work of healing: https://theallendercenter.org/ (The Allender Center) Books to discover: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-body-keeps-the-score-bessel-van-der-kolk-md/1117229987 (The Body Keeps the Score) by Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD https://www.zondervan.com/9780310348498/emotionally-healthy-spirituality/ (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality ) by Peter Scazzero https://www.ivpress.com/healing-racial-trauma (Healing Racial Trauma The Road to Resilience) by Sheila Wise Rowe The blog post I wrote on https://whollyloved.com/ (WhollyLoved) titled https://whollyloved.com/category/hardships-and-trials/ (Faith and Healing Amid Turmoil) My current Bible study that I highly recommend: https://www.lifeway.com/jesusandwomen (Jesus and Women in the First Century and Now) by Kristi Mclelland Check out these Podcasts: https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/podcast/?v=4096ee8eef7d (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Podcast) https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FTzNCsuuJkCShEpDLIsyH (The Place We Find Ourselves) https://www.lifeaudio.com/christians-in-a-time-of-coronavirus/ (Christians in a Time of Coronavirus) https://www.lifeaudio.com/story-behind-podcast/ (Story Behind) https://www.lifeaudio.com/breathe-the-stress-less-podcast/ (Breathe The Less Stress Podcast) https://www.lifeaudio.com/faith-over-fear/ (Faith over Fear) Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast Facebook) Podcast Facebook page The podcast is Produced by me - Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey 

 Welcome G.R.I.T Podcast Getting Real Immersed in Truth  Intersecting hard conversations with the gospel. We seek and speak the truth about what's going on around us. I am your host Robrenna Redl  What is mindfulness, and how does it calm our mind and body? How does intentional breathing and stretching affect our mental and physical state? What techniques can we use to help quiet our racing thoughts and anxiety? We'll explore these things and more while Getting Real Immersed in Truth.  2020 has been a year of stressful and even traumatic events. Covid19, Natural disasters,  racism, and racial injustice, political divisiveness, divisiveness as a country, and divisiveness as Christians. Many of us are on autopilot. Just trudging through trying to get through the day, the week, and for some, the hour. Many of us are anxiously waiting for 2020 to be over, in hopes that things will improve. This is episode 7 and we're talking about self-care In episode 6 We talked a little about the physical aspect of self-care and the importance of physical activity and healthful eating. Today we're going to focus on mindfulness and mind-body connection through breathing and intentional movement. My guest is Tae-Woo Kim, He earned a Master's Degree in nutrition and exercise. Tae-Woo has been a Personal trainer for 8 years. His credentials include: ACE group fitness instructor, Keiser cycling instructor, Animal Flow LVL1 instructor, Tae-Woo is also an Online fitness coach  You can find Tae-woo's information and the link for waetoofit website and his Facebook and Instagram page in the show notes. I've also listed a few apps to help with slowing our pace, breathing, and meditating.   Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcast, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you listen to your pods. Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (Getting Real Immersed in Truth Podcast Facebook) page and my blog:https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is Produced by me - Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey  You can connect with Taewoo on:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waetoofit/ (WaeTooFit) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taewoo.kim.7549 (Tae-woo Kim) LinkedIn: Tae-woo Kim Website: https://waetoofit.com/ (WaeTooFit.com) Meditation apps you may find helpful: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=is.abide&hl=en_US (Abide Bible Meditation and Sleep ) https://www.brain.fm/ (Brain.fm) https://www.calm.com/ (Calm) https://www.mylife.com/ (My.life)  Time for a buddycheck please check on your people. And People You are not alone:  September is also  Suicide Awareness Month. If you are feeling out of sorts and not yourself, please reach out to someone. You can also call the suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or   https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ (CHAT)  Prestamos Servicios En Español 1-888-628-9454 Options For Deaf + Hard of Hearing For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711

What's the connection between and our minds and physical movement? How did my trainer help me and his other clients focus on movement and our mental well-being during quarantine? We'll explore these things and more while Getting Real Immersed in Truth.  2020 has been a year of stressful and even traumatic events. Natural disasters,Covid19, more people becoming aware of racism and racial injustice, the loss of normalcy, death of beloved Icons in history, athletics and the arts, political divisiveness, our polarized country, and sadly Polarization as Christians. Many of us are on autopilot. Just trudging through trying to get through the week, the day, and for some, the hour. Many of us are anxiously waiting for 2020 to be over, in hopes that things will improve. Jeremiah 30:17 says "But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,' declares the LORD" ~ Today I'm talking to Jeremy Miller - Owner/operator of Redzone Fitness and Training Center. He has a Masters's degree in Business and a Bachelors's degree in Exercise and Nutrition. Jeremy has been a fitness trainer for nine years. One thing I like to say is if you have health problems or a chronic illness please see your physician before starting any workout.  Remember, if you have health problems or a chronic illness please see your physician before starting any workout. As Jeremy stated -Proceeds from the September fitness challenge will go to the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools. I'd like to give a shoutout to my O dark thirty Jesus Crew. Our name comes from the fact that it's O dark thirty when we get to the gym and we love Jesus. You can find Jeremy's information and the link for Redzone fitness website and facebook page in the show notes. Also a link to an article about physical movement during these difficult times. https://redzonefitnesslincoln.com/ (https://redzonefitnesslincoln.com/) https://www.facebook.com/RedzoneFitnessLincoln/ (https://www.facebook.com/RedzoneFitnessLincoln/) https://patients.healthquest.org/exercise-is-essential-for-well-being-during-covid-19-pandemic/ (https://patients.healthquest.org/exercise-is-essential-for-well-being-during-covid-19-pandemic/) Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google podcast or wherever you listen to your pods. Connect with me on Instagram @Robrennaredl and my Getting Real Immersed in Truth podcast Facebook page and my blog: https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is Produced by me - Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey  You are not alone: September is also Suicide Awareness Month. Please reach out to someone if you need help. You can also call the suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255  Prestamos Servicios En Español 1-888-628-9454 1-888-628-9454 Options For Deaf + Hard of Hearing For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ (CHAT WITH LIFELINE) Remember you must take care of yourself before you can take care of anyone else; Until next time Keep your Grit up by Getting Real While Immersed in Truth. 

How does a person who is raised to dislike other races and another who was distrusting of white people find each other? How does a person change their perspective from that of their family of origin? How should brothers and sisters in Christ respond to racism? These questions and more we'll explore While Getting Real immersed in Truth.  The theme of Redemption is weaved all throughout Ken and Gigi's story. It's visible in they're personal stories and in they're story as a couple. They have seen what God can do and how the love of Christ can change hearts. I will pray alongside them and ask you to join me as we pray for opened eyes, changed hearts, healing for each other, our country, and around the world.  On June 12, 1967 Loving V. Virginia Supreme Court ruling legalized interracial marriage in America. People around the world celebrate June 12 as Loving Day. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/10/loving-day-june-12-marks-supreme-court-interracial-marriage-decision/5326018002/ (https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/10/loving-day-june-12-marks-supreme-court-interracial-marriage-decision/5326018002/) I hope you enjoyed the series of Conversations in black and white. Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcast, iTunes, Spotify, Google podcast or wherever you listen to your pods. Connect with me on Instagram @Robrennaredl and my GRIT podcast Facebook page and my blog:https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is Produced by me - Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey 

Welcome to the GRIT podcast - Getting Real; Immersed in Truth. This is episode 4 our 5-part series titled Coversations in Black & White. How does a black female pastor lead her largely white congregation in a time of recognized racial divisiveness? What does the term “dangerous sermons” mean? I'll be talking to Pastor Kirstie Engel exploring these questions and more. After show the show notes: You can find Pastor Kirstie's sermons on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=first%20united%20methodist%20church%20lincoln (First United Methodist Church.) Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcast, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google podcast or wherever you listen to your pods. You can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@Robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (GRIT podcast Facebook page )and my blog: https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is produced by Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey

We're continuing our 5-part series titled Coversations in Black & White. This is episode 3 of our 5-part series Conversations in Black & White. In this episode, I chat with Colleen, a white woman raising brown children. What does a white woman raised in rural America teach her brown multi-ethnic children about racism? What concerns does she share with black mothers? I'll ask these questions and more on GRIT Podcast-Getting Real; Immersed in Truth. After the show notes: Since this interview, Colleen and Mo are off to another divine assignment in New York City, where Mo will be a church planting catalyst. Please pray God's mercy, grace and blessing over them.  The two documentaries https://youtu.be/Csa1YON62OI (Dark Girls) and https://youtu.be/j2XfuJS3bZQ (Light Girls). Can be found on OWN athttps://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFBzd3JnX0otbC0tdXhxZjBjRncyb3Y1U1BoQXxBQ3Jtc0tsLXBSVTZ1bG1VZnBrRVczOFN1QTV5LWhLYVMzRHF1N0YtZG5DUDFiSHoxc05kWWNTT3FqajVOQVFid3hsbFNHMy16bGhmM1lYUHdtR0cxU2x2VU91X1lfMm04Yk5DUUFHLWowVWlrZmlLSlRHVDF6aw%3D%3D&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oprah.com%2FFindOWN&event=video_description&v=j2XfuJS3bZQ ( )http://www.oprah.com/FindOWN (http://www.oprah.com/FindOWN) or youtube. Link to an interesting and impactful article on colorism: https://time.com/4512430/colorism-in-america/ (https://time.com/4512430/colorism-in-america/https://time.com/4512430/colorism-in-america/) A link to an article on anxiety and coping with racism. https://www.anxiety.org/black-americans-how-to-cope-with-anxiety-and-racism (https://www.anxiety.org/black-americans-how-to-cope-with-anxiety-and-racism) Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcast, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google podcast or wherever you listen to your pods. You can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@Robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (GRIT podcast Facebook page )and my blog: https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is produced by Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey

Welcome to the GRIT podcast - Getting Real; Immersed in Truth. We're continuing our 5-part series titled Coversations in Black & White. In episode 2, I talk to Tate, Missy's oldest son, about how his relationship with his adopted sister from Africa, led him to become an ally, advocate, and activist for people of color. After show resources:   There are groups forming on Social Media and locally that are committed to continuing the conversation on race and racial reconciliation. Participating in one that has people of color in them provides for a well-rounded discussion.  I've listed suggested authors to read. Tate recommends anything by the following authors:  W.E.B. Dubois The book I'm currently listening to is https://www.amazon.com/Souls-Black-Folk-B-Bois/dp/1505223377/ref=sr_1_2?crid=29QV3J1IYR5SA&dchild=1&keywords=the+soul+of+black+folk&qid=1597153318&sprefix=The+sould%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-2 (The Soul Of Black Folk). Although published in 1903, it is relevant to today's observations on race and American History. The book Tate is reading Toni Morrison https://www.amazon.com/Source-Self-Regard-Selected-Meditations-International/dp/0525562796/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1MT8GR9QAOCLL&dchild=1&keywords=toni+morrison+the+source+of+self+regard&qid=1597153380&sprefix=toni+mo%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-2 (The Source Of Self-Regard) https://www.amazon.com/Between-World-Me-Ta-Nehisi-Coates/dp/0812993543/ref=sr_1_2?crid=KVR1O7CCG6IY&dchild=1&keywords=between+the+world+and+me&qid=1597153419&sprefix=Between%2Caps%2C201&sr=8-2 (Between Me And The World) Ta-Nehisi Coates https://www.amazon.com/White-Fragility-People-About-Racism/dp/0807047414/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2WMOZ6PQ0VRD&dchild=1&keywords=white+fragility&qid=1597153791&sprefix=white%2Caps%2C224&sr=8-3 (White Fragility: Why It's So Hard For White People To Talk About Racism) By Robin DiAngelo I also Recommend:   LaTasha Morrison - https://www.amazon.com/Be-Bridge-Pursuing-Racial-Reconciliation/dp/0525652884/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3PKBECM6SD6YG&dchild=1&keywords=be+the+bridge+latasha+morrison&qid=1597153459&sprefix=be+the+brid%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-2 (Be The Bridge ) Ken Wystma - https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Equality-Uncovering-Injustice-Privilege/dp/0830845682/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1P76WZGSGQEMZ&dchild=1&keywords=the+myth+of+equality+by+ken+wytsma&qid=1597153495&sprefix=The+Myth+of+e%2Caps%2C208&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExWjIwMkdEQ0EyMlNHJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzQ2NDkyMTJXSkFMSVZaOU9POSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzQyNzI2MTRPMFFITURCTVNPMyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= (The Myth Of Equality ) Other reading that would be valuable relating to the plight of Native Americans: The Other Slavery: The Uncovered Story Of Indian Enslavement In America https://www.amazon.com/Andr%C3%A9s-Res%C3%A9ndez/e/B001ITXOKA/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1 (Andrés Reséndez)  An Indigenous Peoples' History Of The United States (REVISIONING HISTORY Book 3) Byhttps://www.amazon.com/Roxanne-Dunbar-Ortiz/e/B001HQ28N8/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1 ( Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz) (Author)  To Learn More About Teach For America Visit Their Site https://www.teachforamerica.org/ ( Https://Www.Teachforamerica.Org/) Don't Forget To Subscribe And Rate Us On Apple, Spotify, Stitcher Or Wherever You Listen To Your Pods. You can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@Robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (GRIT podcast Facebook page )and my blog: https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is produced by Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted StudiosOriginal Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey

Welcome to the GRIT podcast - Getting Real; Immersed in Truth. We're starting with a 5-part series titled Coversations in Black & White. This is episode one where I talk to my good friend Missy about raising her adopted daugther from Africa and how it affects her view on racism and racial injustice in America. After show resources: I put the link to the first video of the series Missy mentioned her church (NONAChurch) presented called https://youtu.be/7GV69CrOZcY (Won't you be my Neighbor)  I also added the link to the youtube video by https://youtu.be/o0qCXUaAxu4 (Christy Gior) the white mom who cares for her black daughter's hair.   And finally, if you would like to support Bill and Missy's mission to reach high school students with the hope of Christ give http://give.cru.org/0388834. (here) or http://give.cru.org/0388834 (give.cru.org/0388834).  Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcast, iTunes, Spotify, Google podcast or wherever you listen to your pods. You can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ (@Robrennaredl) and my https://www.facebook.com/GRIT-Podcast-Getting-Real-Immersed-In-Truth-118542883129497 (GRIT podcast Facebook page )and my blog: https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com/ (https://robrennaredl.wordpress.com) The podcast is produced by Robrenna Redl and Hand-crafted Studios Original Music by Hand-crafted Studios: Composer Michael Coffey