Restore Podcast

Kelly walks thru steps you can implement to start budgeting, paying off debt, and focusing on your future goals!

Kaylee opens up about her spiritual walk and the hardest but most rewarding year of her life as she uncovers her true unapologetic self and her need to be a human being NOT a human performer!

Are you an entreupreuner? Are you a stay at home mom or do you work at a Fortune 500 company? Or have a side hustle that lights you on fire!??? Well good news…This PODCAST IS FOR YOU! I believe when we tap into our true self, we allow ourselves to show up in the most healthiest of ways for others, & our community & most importantly ourselves! Each week I am going to be interviewing different people about their stories… I hope it inspires you, restores you & restores our community!!! I am your host, Dr. A! Sooooo Sit back, grab a glass of wine & lets GET RESTORED!!!!!

Kendell Nunnelly is on today walking listeners through her birthing experience. Wanting to have a natural, un-medicated birth, that turned into a c-section, she gives listener's perspective, peace, confidence and humility as she brought her beautiful baby boy into the world!

Kalle LeMone chats about healing your body inside out and founding Nourish cafe & markets to help our community heal their bodies!

Lindsay Baxter, former KC chiefs cheerleader, Pure Barre Instructor and yes, Date Doctor, gives 5 simple tips to build your healthiest self!

Developing the Restore Brand to help you restore healing from inside-out, my story from 3 spine surgeries, to healing the body through the spine from the inside-out.

In this episode I talk about the history of the pink ribbon or should I say peach! I partnered with BCCP to actually make strides to prevent breast cancer and educate what you can do to do the same!!!!!

In episode 78, we have a powerful conversation with Melissa and Michael Gibson discussing the documentary, Return to Palau, which chronicles the story of Melissa and her family. It tells the "incredible true story of survival, faith, and forgiveness" as mentioned on the web site, below, where you can view the film.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesWeb site: returntopalau.comSpecial view link for Adventist pastors/leaders: returntopalau.com/adventistsArticle from Adventist News Network (ANN)

Episode 77 features a discussion with Larry Witzel who is an entrepreneur, respected innovator, and an inspiring speaker at the intersection of technology and ministry. He is founder and president of SermonView Evangelism Marketing.In our conversation, we talk about his faith journey, event marketing, entrepreneurship, creating a healthy organizational culture, and more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesWeb site/bio: larrywitzel.comSermonView: sermonview.comInterest Tracker: interesttracker.orgEvangelism Web Sites: evangelismwebsites.comManaged Event Marketing: evangelismmarketing.com

In episode 76, our guests are Andreas Beccai, senior pastor of Walla Walla University Church, and Albert Handal, campus chaplain at Walla Walla University.In this conversation, they discuss their faith journey, what the last 2+ years have been like for their ministry, and so much more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesContact info: Walla Walla Church StaffArticle: "Why Churches Should Drop Their Online Services" (subscription to New York Times required)Book: Deep Work by Cal NewportDwell mobile app: dwellapp.io

Episode 75's guest is Susan Mettes who released a book in the fall of 2021 titled, The Loneliness Epidemic. In this book, she unpacks research about why people are lonely, the myths of loneliness, how we can help lonely people, and much more. It's a great book and an amazing conversation of an important topic.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesWeb site: susanmettes.comBook: The Loneliness Epidemic via AmazonAdventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)

Episode 74 is special edition for Black History Month where I have a great conversation with Benjamin Baker, Ph.D. He talks with us about what perhaps may be lesser-known facts and history of the journey of some Black Adventists.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBlack Seventh-day Adventist HistoryWeb SiteYouTube ChannelBook: The Underground Railroad Records by William StillBook: Breaking Barriers: The First Ladies of Education by DeWitt S. WilliamsArticle: Recognition Event Honors the Life and Legacy of Lucy ByardEncyclopedia of Seventh-day AdventistsContact Dr. BakerRestore Podcast Episode 60-Hyveth Williams-Gervon Marsh: The Art and Beauty of Black Preaching

On this first episode of 2022, episode 73, we have a fun-filled conversation with Casio Jones and Felix Bangkuai who have been actively involved with health and fitness for many years.Last fall, Florida Conference had its inaugural "Fit Together" health and fitness retreat at Camp Kulaqua where I was able to sit with them and have this conversation discussing their journey, what they believe is the health message, how churches can empower others in their journey of health and fitness, and so much more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesCASIO JONESWeb Site and ContactAction65Discover New VictoriesAction4LifeFacebook: facebook.com/CasioJonesHealthInstagram: @casiojoneshealthTwitter: @casiojonesYouTube: youtube.com/bodyjones77FELIX BANGKUAIFacebook: @felix.bangkuaiInstagram: @felix_bangkuaiLinkedIn: Felix Bangkuai

For episode 72, we have Pastor Ben Lundquist. He is the young adult director of Oregon Conference, a sought-after speaker, and host of the Rise and Lead Podcast.This is a power-packed, inspirational, and practical conversation I know you will find helpful and hopeful, especially as 2021 comes to an end and we are gearing up for 2022.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesRise and Lead podcastTwitter: @benjaminlundInstagram: @benjaminlundquistFacebook: facebook.com/benjamin.lundquist.96

For episode 71, we have a great and inspirational conversational with Heather Moor, Nina Vallado, and Kaleb Eisele who are the creators, producers, and hosts of the How the Church Works podcast. I know you will be blessed by this conversation, and I invite you to check out their podcast.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHow the Church Works podcastKaleb EiseleHumans of Adventismhumans@adventism.comHeather MoorTwitter: @heatherlmoorSet In Sands FilmsNina ValladoNinaVallado.com

Morgan sits down and chats about flex dieting, social norms that are misleading, unsexy tips, & what lifestyle you want for YOU to be strong for years to come!!!!

For episode 70, our guest is Reggie Joiner, founder and CEO of Orange. He also co-founded North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, Georgia, with Andy Stanley.During his 11 years as executive director of family ministry there, he developed a new concept of relevant ministry for children, teenagers, and married adults. In this must-listen episode, he talks to us about his personal call to ministry, empowering families and their children, and so much more!Show Notes/Links/ResourcesReggie Joiner bioOrange ConferencePedro Perez e-mailBook: A New Kind of LeaderPaperbackeBookAudiobookFree copy of A New Kind of Leader to the first 20 people (United States only) to e-mail path.adv@floridaconference.com

I'm really excited to tell you about today's episode as it is part of a Bible series we have created called Foundations: Exploring the Basis of Our Hope.Foundations is a free six-part video series that explores the landmark beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Faith and fosters small group discussion. Grounded upon the key foundational truth that Jesus is our Salvation, it also explores the other five S's of Adventism—the Second Coming, Sanctuary, Sabbath, the State of the Dead, and the Spirit of Prophecy.The series of videos will be released weekly for six weeks, beginning Wednesday, September 29. But, if you register now, you can receive each video ahead of time.In episode 69 of the Restore Podcast, I speak with Pastor Matthew Lucio who hosts the Adventist History podcast and pastors Peoria Adventist Church in Illinois. We take an Adventist historical journey into how we came to believe the six different topics we cover in the Foundations series.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesFoundations: Exploring the Basis of Our HopeFoundations series on FacebookAdventist History PodcastThe Way of Life painting (Adventist Review article)BooksA Search for Identity by George R. KnightAdventist Book CenterAmazonTell It To the World by C. Mervyn MaxwellAdventist Book CenterAmazonA User-friendly Guide to the 1888 Message by George R. KnightAdventist Book CenterAmazon

In episode 68, Pastor Roger Hernandez returns to the podcast talking all things ministry. We are also excited to announce our first music spotlight! Be sure to listen for all the info.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesRamp by Roger HernandezRoger Hernandez Social MediaWeb SiteFacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeSing a New SongMore music by Lifelong Worship

In episode 67, we welcome back Heather Thompson Day, Ph.D., to talk about her recently released book, It's Not Your Turn: What to Do While You're Waiting for Your Breakthrough. Besides unpacking sections of her book, we also talk about her writing process and so much more. I know you'll be blessed by this conversation.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesIt's Not Your Turn (option for Amazon purchase or autographed copy)Tasha Urich TED TalkHeatherThompsonDay.comFacebookInstagramTwitterRestore Episode 31: Communicating the Gospel in the 21st Century

MY FIRST MALE GUEST!!!!! Join Emilio Juarez as he talks about his family's journey to leave El Salvador and come to America for more opportunities and his dream of being a business owner!

In episode 66, we welcome back Dr. John Peckham, professor of theology and Christian philosophy at Andrews University. We have a compelling conversation about his recently released book, Divine Attributes: Knowing the Covenantal God of Scripture.Although this is a deep dive theologically, and a bit philosophically, about some of God's attributes, John unpacks them in ways for all to understand, bringing deep meaning for our spiritual journey.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesJohn Peckham's Web SiteJohn Peckham on TwitterBook—Divine Attributes: Knowing the Covenantal God of ScriptureWeb SiteAmazonRestore Episode 32: Theodicy of LoveBook—Theodicy of LoveWeb SiteAmazon

Kim Sampson shares with listeners her passion after retirement all awhile impacting lives of others and bringing joy to those around her and her community!

In episode 65, we have Pastor Fredrick Russell who has been in ministry for more than 30 years as a pastor and a conference president. He currently serves as principal of True North Leadership Group committed to teaching responsible leadership. We have a great conversation in which he details his faith journey, ministry life, evangelism, and leadership.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesTrue North Leadership GroupFredrick RussellBioLinkedInBook—Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

For episode 64, we're dropping a special edition that was recorded during Florida Conference's Virtual Camp Meeting in April 2021. The theme, "Reconnect," was the panel discussion topic I led for the Sabbath School program.Over the course of the past year with the pandemic—and currently, to some extent—many people have felt, to various degrees, disconnected with their community. In some cases, that means disconnection from their church. So how do we reconnect?Dr. Derek Morris, President of Hope Channel International and keynote speaker for Virtual Camp Meeting 2021, takes part in the panel discussion along with Julie McLafferty, associate pastor at Forest Lake Church, and Gervon Marsh, Florida Conference Pastoral Ministries north area field associate, who has joined me on this podcast several times.I hope you will find this conversation helpful and hopeful as we seek to be more intentional in connecting and/or reconnecting with Jesus and the mission He's given to us as His followers.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesYouTube playlist of all main meetings and seminars from Florida Conference Virtual Camp Meeting 2021Direct link to the beginning of the Sabbath School panel discussion from which this episode was edited.

In episode 63, I have an amazing conversation with well-known pastor and evangelist Mark Finley. Mark has been a pastor and is perhaps most known for his time at It Is Written.In our conversation, we talk about his faith journey, evangelism in today's world, the power of the local church, and more. I know you will be blessed and challenged by this conversation.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHopeLives365.com: main siteHopeLives365BibleStudy.com: training siteHopeLives365 on YouTubeLiving Hope Seventh-day Adventist Church on Facebook

In episode 62, I have a great conversation with our Florida Conference president, Allan Machado, D.Min. We discuss his faith journey, the many lessons he's learned over the course of that journey, specific lessons learned over the course of the past year, the future church, and more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesFlorida Conference Administration

American Midwest Farmer & young female in her community, Larna walks us through the difference between GMO versus non-GMO, what it means to you and the food you consume as well as your environment

In episode 61, we have the new speaker/director of the media ministry Faith for Today. Pastor Roy accepted this new role after previously serving as an associate pastor at Loma Linda University Church. We had a great conversation about his life, future plans at Faith for Today, and his current project, Indestructible.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesIndestructible interactive series with Faith for Today partnering with local congregations.Faith for TodayWeb siteFacebookTwitterLifestyle MagazineWeb siteFacebookTwitterInstagramYouTubeRoy IceFacebookTwitter"Faith for Today," Restore episode 17 with Mike Tucker

Episode 60 of the Restore Podcast is in honor of Black History Month as we have a conversation about the art and beauty of the Black preaching tradition. I was blessed to speak with Dr. Hyveth Williams, professor of Homiletics at Andrews University Theological Seminary and senior pastor of The Grace Place Seventh-day Adventist Church, and Dr. Gervon Marsh who is part of our Pastoral Ministries team here at Florida Conference and holds a doctorate in preaching from Dallas Theological Seminary.There's so much that can be said about this incredible topic, and surely not everything is covered in this one conversation. I do hope and pray this episode, along with the links, will be a catalyst for you to continue exploring and listening to the art and beauty of Black preaching.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBiographiesDr. Hyveth WilliamsThe Grace Place Seventh-day Adventist ChurchDr. Gervon MarshBooks and ArticlesBlack Preaching: The Recovery of Powerful Art by Henry H. MitchellThose Preaching Women: A Multicultural Collection by Ella Pearson Mitchell and Valerie Bridgeman DavisPreaching in Black and White by E.K. Bailey and Warren W. Wiersbe"Black SDA preaching: Balanced and binding or betwixt and between?" by Dr. Calvin B. Rock in Ministry Magazine.Preachers/Sermons Mentioned"Of Towers and Light" by Dr. Calvin Butts"Where Myrtles Grow" by Dr. William Houston Curtis"Let's Go (Take Some Risks)" by Dr. Marcus D. Cosby"The Unspoken Part of Ministry" by Dr. Claude Alexander"Protest and Progress," Restore episode 49 with Dr. Calvin B. Rock and Dr. Gervon Marsh

Today we have a fun chat on your way to work, or morning coffee! Down memory lane!!!!

In this special episode of the Restore Podcast, episode 59, we speak with the creators of the Humans of Adventism documentary. This documentary explores the lives of Seventh-day Adventism in everyday life within specific topics covered in each episode. In this conversation, we dig a bit behind the scenes and much more!Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHumans of Adventism web siteFacebookInstagramYouTubePatreonHumans of Adventism documentaryDevotional Series by Justin KhoeI'm Listening Series by Justin KhoeRestore Podcast Episode 24 with Justin KhoeApple Podcast linkRestore Podcast Episode 30 with Kaleb EiseleApple Podcast link

Two sisters from Brazil come to America to reach the dream that they will be doctors and they will have the same car!!! The struggles through immigration, delays, along the way!

Polly Reynolds, CPA, chats about the importance of being in control of your finances no matter what situation you are in, and breaks it down by the decade of what your focus should be!!!!

In episode 58, our first for 2021, I had a great conversation with practicing psychologist and leadership coach Dr. Nick Howard who has helped pastors, leaders, and anyone who has come his way to flourish through God's grace.With about 20 years of experience in this field, Dr. Howard brings a wealth of first-hand knowledge—both practical and theoretical. I hope this conversation is helpful and hopeful to those who listen and that it will encourage you, unashamedly, if needed to seek professional help if you are struggling in any way with mental health issues and/or wanting a coach for your life.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesContact Dr. Nick HowardFinish Well Group Web SiteValues and Vision WorkA Psychological Pandemic ~USA TodayBook: Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry by Ruth Haley BartonBook: The Emotionally Healthy Leader: How Transforming Your Inner Life Will Deeply Transform Your Church, Team, and the World by Peter Scazzero

WELCOME BACK TO SEASON 2!!!!! We talk about Lindsey's journey to making the KC CHIEFS CHEERLEADING TEAM, the nerves, the schedule, THE TRYOUTS, and allllll the fun in between!!!!

How I navigated through my first jobs as a barista to going to wine school for fun!!!!!

This episode we talk about trends, fads, dietary trends but what can people do to keep their health from going up and down.

This episode discuss as two separate infertility journeys and what their roadmap to having their ever so desired baby looked like! From the emotional struggles, to being strong in their faith, to the physical battle going through IVF, and what the finances looked like.

Captain Chapa talks about her deep patriotism for her country! Keeping her head towards every mission to move the country forward, her passions, goals, and deployment!

In episode 57, I talk with Dr. Derek Morris, president of Hope Channel International, a television network of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Dr. Morris has held several roles in the Adventist Church. He has pastored and also taught for many years at Southern College (now Southern Adventist University). He has served as president of Hope Channel since 2016.Dr. Morris and I talk in this episode about Hope Channel's growth, its current plans, and trajectory in the digital age. We also speak about his faith journey, preaching, miracles, and more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHope ChannelHope Channel on FacebookHope Channel on InstagramHope Channel on TwitterHope Channel Contact InfoHope Channel Bible Study SiteFree Powerful Biblical Preaching eBookUse coupon code POWERFUL (all capitals)Code is only valid for eBook

DoTerra experts chat about the benefits of essential oils, the importance of quality products and what you need to know before being a consumer of them and how to pick the correct ones for the most therapeutic effect!

Theresa Alcamo (my mother) walks listeners about getting diagnosed with breast cancer while struggling with chronic pain. What her journey looked like and what you need to do to be proactive with your health.

A short devotional thought on giving thanks in the midst of this crazy, unprecedented 2020 year. I pray it will bless you!Show Notes/Links:Henry Smith (Wikipedia page)Don Moen (YouTube): Give Thanks

Kelly walks us through the ins and outs of the reluctancy and misconceived thoughts of owning your own business when it is a multi-level marketing such as Rodan & Fields or Crunchi and what to know!!!!!

WARNING: for mature audiences. We have a round table discussion of growing up as a woman: the things we didn't know, our first time becoming a woman, shaving legs, and discovering all the weird things that come!

Battling thyroid cancer while her husband got diagnosed with anal cancer at the same time, and how to take care of one another then surviving life after loss after 35 years of marriage.

We welcome Robin Flemming back on to go through more of the emotional and physical side effects after being trafficked and how she protects her daughter and other women to make wiser choices of everyday life.

Suzanne walks listeners through the resources available and support when struggling with infertility and the many emotions experiencing Infantile loss as well as how to support your loved ones going through this.

In episode 55, we have Pastor Tara VinCross from Azure Hills Church in California. Pastor Tara talks about her faith journey and her recently released book on discipleship: Deep Calling: On Being and Growing Disciples.On Being and Growing Disciples is a wholistic discipleship movement—discipleship and disciple-making that emphasizes a life-long process, not a destination. It's about making space for God in the every day, bearing witness to transformation in the ordinary. It's about knowing truth and experiencing truth. It's about learning to listen to the voice of God in your own, precious life. It's about satisfying your longing with the only One who can satisfy your soul. All are invited. All are welcome to answer the deep call of God.I hope this conversation will bless and encourage you to go and make disciples!Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBio for Tara VinCrossDeep Calling book and resources from AdventSourceDeep Calling book in Kindle or paperback from Amazon