Street Light

Cynthia's husband, who was the breadwinner of the entire family, was deported. She found herself in an extremely difficult position. Cynthia shares all the difficulty and blessings this trial has brought about. We're grateful for her and the powerful story she shares!

The document below was created by The Organizers of Arizona Churches Stand Together. These are "Next Steps" on how to support and continue standing together with Black Lives. https://docs.google.com/document/d/12mHzmNwaUF8uLfo3HbkZ3ziZAi8W7osm65fntUnppUs/edit?fbclid=IwAR1F50BdGCyCVZtJUrneBahLDmqDWeUGU89J0g9z22B-Gz50u46u0-GUTrg

Chris Amaro is the pastor of Redemption West Mesa Church. He and his family have committed to loving and serving the marginalized and vulnerable in our state. One of the ways they go about doing this is through an organization called "Immigrant Hope". Chris shares his story with us and his passion for seeing Immigrant Hope established in our city. https://www.immigranthope.org

Still processing through the changes COVID-19 has brought about in our home and schedules, my wife and I discuss the good & bad, beautiful & ugly of it all.

My wife and I jumped on for another review of our week during the Covid-19 stay at home orders. We're making improvements, but still learning. Our kids are loving the backyard.

Once our kids fell asleep we snuck in to record a late night edition of the Street Light Podcast. Given all the changes the Coronavirus has brought about, we wanted to share what adjusting has looked like for us. We have three kids (4yr, 2yr, and 8 months) and my wife runs a solid schedule with them while I'm at work. Now that I'm working from home, that schedule ain't the same! We're learning, listening, loving. Like many of you, we're doing our best to adjust to the new norm and make the most of it.

What does peace look like in the midst of chaos? Where does it come from, and how to we get it? The effects of COVID-19 have left many in a state of confusion and fear, including myself. On this episode I explain my wrestle with this, and how I'm fighting to maintain a heart and mind of peace amid this difficult and challenging time. “The thought of my suffering and homelessness is bitter beyond words. I will never forget this awful time, as I grieve over my loss. Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, “The Lord is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!” The Lord is good to those who depend on him, to those who search for him. So it is good to wait quietly for salvation from the Lord.”Lamentations 3:19-26 NLT

On this episode we talk to Aaron, one of owner's of Colados Coffee & Crepes. He tells us about how their business began and how its become so successful. Despite being extremely "successful" in life, he explains why he chooses to not be on social media, and how he and his family are shining their lights in Arizona. https://colados.com

On this episode we sit down with Joe and Victoria Bates, a couple with tons of first hand experience with foster care & adoption. Having a blend of biological, adopted, and foster children, they open up about both the beautiful and the broken around this subject. They share stories and information about how we all can help. If you are interested in learning more about foster care and adoption, please see the links to resources below:AZ127 - az127.orgCASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) - https://www.azcourts.gov/CASA

This season we are discussing Foster Care & Adoption, Colados Coffee & Crepes, Immigration, and Social Media. We hope you enjoy!

From smoking blunts and watching Friday to releasing hip hop albums and pastoring a church in Las Vegas, Nevada. Brandon Kagel closes out season #1 of Street Light Podcast in a powerful way. Links to Brandon's music are below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcjkOlYcFHghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOGnBOzd24chttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0pNCLlPfg4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDIUXK_j6zQhttps://open.spotify.com/album/3TrmGG6NV7hSVVQpbdExYuhttps://music.apple.com/us/album/sinners-prayer/1465436237

The average American home is over 2,600 square feet. The Wahlstrom's are a family of 5 and have made the decision to live in an 888 square foot home. On this episode Stephen shares why they made this decision and all of the benefits (and difficulties) of "living small". See photo's of his families home on Instagram at @rightsized5

Jordan is a father of two, married to Katie, and resides in Phoenix, Arizona. He is the director of RealTALK, a non-profit having real conversations with teens and young adults around topics that are important to them. On this episode we hear parts of Jordan's story and discuss important topics such as: pornography, sext messaging (sexting), how parents can better communicate with and connect with their teens, and the impact RealTALK is making. https://www.realtalkcm.org

On this episode David Tavor shares his story about battling with mental health and depression. You may know someone battling with depression or mental health, or you're possibly experiencing it yourself. Either way, David's story is worth the listen. Note: Because any part of David's story might encourage or relate to a listener, I decided not to edit anything in this episode, which is why it is longer than the typical length of an episode. Below are resources that you might find helpful if you are battling with mental health and/or depression. https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/mental-health-resources/http://tempe.redemptionaz.com/sermons/mental-health-the-gospel-conference/?sermon=10http://gilbert.redemptionaz.com/sermons/this-is-us/?sermon=3https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/az/phoenixwww.nami.orghttps://www.bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog/articles/2019/may/living-with-depression-and-anxiety--?j=1718553&e=jchavez.elevate@gmail.com&l=331_HTML&u=57243706&mid=7240369&jb=682https://teenlifeline.orghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ovIJ3dsNk&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR3wfbr-fi2RoI1DlRkc7-gjXZGIk-VMY19f_AaHnmYDGj6Ef0l-QYE7edQNational Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

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Jacob and Jenna are one of the coolest couples you'll ever meet! They are making huge impacts in the lives of hundreds of youth! The Mata's are married and reside in Glendale, Arizona. On this episode we hear their story and also talk about: -Marriage and communication-Life in Glendale-The beauty of hospitality -Work & personal/relationship balance