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This podcast is hosted by Joe and Sami Rigelsky who founded Upstream International. Their nonprofit organization builds relationships with individuals who are making a difference in their communities. By finding those who are already creating change, they are deepening impact instead of duplicating it.In this podcast Joe and Sami talk about ministry, living on mission, following Jesus everyday, family, and other fun topics. Stay tuned to hear these incredible conversations.

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    Returning To Your First Love | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 45:09


    Returning To Your First Love | Upstream Life PodcastThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast. We are bringing you an old podcast today because we thought it was a great conversation and could be benefited from again! We hope your affections are stirred for Jesus as we talk about returning to your first love in Christ.Connect With Us!https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    What Did You Say? | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 34:07


    What Did You Say? | Upstream Life PodcastWelcome back to this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast! Because of travel this week we are unable to bring you a new episode, but this gives us the opportunity to go into the archives and pull out an old good episode! In this episode, Sami and joe talk about words and the power they can have to build up or tear down. This is a humbling and transparent episode and we hope it blesses you! Enjoy.Connect With Us:https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    What The Word of God Produces | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 30:49


    What The Word of God Produces | Upstream Life PodcastIn this week's podcast episode, Sami and Joe catch up on what they have been thinking through and battling regarding Scripture and what it produces in us! Connect With Us:https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    GROWING UP IN THE FAITH W/ DORIAN RIGELSKY | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 50:25


    GROWING UP IN THE FAITH W/ DORIAN RIGELSKY | Upstream Life PodcastWelcome back to this week's episode of the Upstream Life podcast. We are excited for you to hear about our interview with Dorian Rigelsky son of Sami and Joe. I sat down with Dorian with the intention of peeling back the layers to see why he is the incredible kid he is and what shaped him as a kid growing up to know Jesus. We hope this can offer insight to any parents out there trying their best to raise kids that know and follow Jesus. Let us know what you thought of this episode and feel free to share it with someone who could benefit from it. Thank you. EnjoyConnect With Us: https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    A Story From Mercy International | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 26:06


    A Story From Mercy International | Upstream Life PodcastWe are so grateful to be able to bring you this guest podcast from our friends at Mercy International! Check them out below!https://mercyintl.org/Connect With Us!https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    What We Have Been Wrestling Through... | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 34:23


    What We Have Been Wrestling Through... | Upstream Life PodcastHey everyone! In this episode, we just wanted to get real with y'all and share what's been on our hearts lately. We hope you can relate and find the organic nature of this podcast fun and interesting!Connect With Us!https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    WHY STORIES MATTER W/ Jon Reiner | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 46:15


    WHY STORIES MATTER W/ Jon Reiner | Upstream Life PodcastThis week we are joined by Jon Reiner. Jon is someone who has been on the podcast before, but this week we are picking his brain about the power of stories. Jon is an avid storyteller and we get to hear how his passion for stories pours into the rest of his life and how stories have the power to shape us drastically. Specifically, we dive into how stories can cause us to live an Upstream life. We hope you enjoy it.Connect With Jon:https://thejonreiner.com/https://firstfree.org/liveConnect With Us:https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    DANGEROUS PRAYERS | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 33:00


    DANGEROUS PRAYERS | Upstream Life PodcastConnect With Us: upstreamlife.orghttps://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    HOW DO I BE A DISCIPLE OF JESUS? W/ Jedidiah Haas | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 38:41


    HOW DO I BE A DISCIPLE OF JESUS? W/ Jedidiah Haas | Upstream Life PodcastThis week we are joined by Jedidiah Haas as we look at what it is to be a disciple of Jesus. Jed leads Plethos Global, an organization committed to resource and equip church leaders to multiply disciplemakers. In this conversation, we talk about some practices he and his team have implemented that have worked well and what we can do no matter where we are at to be a disciple and make disciples for Christ!Connect With Jed:https://plethosglobal.com/jed@plethosglobal.comConnect With Us:https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    CONTENTMENT... HOW DO WE FIND IT? | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 33:13


    CONTENTMENT... HOW DO WE FIND IT? | Upstream Life PodcastHow do we find contentment in the world when there are things pulling for us to envy and be jealous of? How do we stop looking at the perfected life we dream of and thank God for the one we have right now? We dive into this concept in this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast and we share our personal context of this struggle. We hope it helps you as you continue to live a life upstream. Connect With Us:https://upstreamlife.org/https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    Following Jesus Out of College Into the World W/ Blake Stanley | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 38:48


    Following Jesus Out of College Into the World | Upstream Life PodcastWe hope you are encouraged by this conversation with Blake Stanely. He has been on the podcast before, but this time specifically we wanted to dive into what it looks like to live for and follow Jesus as a young adult. We look at what Blake has learned and we hope it encourages you to live life against the flow. Connect With Blake:PROCO (T-SHIRTS)

    WHAT ARE MUTE IDOLS & DISCERNMENT | UPSTREAM LIFE PODCAST

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 42:19


    WHAT ARE MUTE IDOLS & DISCERNMENT | UPSTREAM LIFE PODCASTConnect With Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Connect With Upstream: https://upstreamint.org/In this episode of the podcast, Sami and Joe sit down to discuss “mute idols” a term found in 1 Corinthians 12:2 they discuss what it means in the context, what mute idols we could be following, and more on discerning God's will. We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast!Support the show

    MISSION HERE & THERE WITH COLTON WAGNER | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 33:50


    MISSION HERE & THERE WITH COLTON WAGNER | Upstream Life PodcastIn this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we are privileged to be joined by Colton Wagner. Colton is a Physician Assistant in La Crosse Wisconsin, he deeply loves his local church and the global mission of the church. In this episode we talk about discipleship, being a missionary where you are planted, and the global mission field. We hope this conversation blesses you as it did us!Connect With Colton: https://www.instagram.com/coltwagner/Connect With Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Connect With Upstream: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    An RV Upstream Life PT 1 | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 16:38


    An RV Upstream Life PT 1 | Upstream Life PodcastIn this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we pick up where we left off in the conversation last week around the new change of pace for Sami and Joe, leaning into God even in the hard parts, and being authentic on the podcast. Let us know what you think about the episode!Connect With Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Connect With Upstream: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    An RV Upstream Life PT 1 | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 20:14


    An RV Upstream Life PT 1 | Upstream Life PodcastIn this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we catch up! It's been a while. We wanted to give you a real-life episode of what has been going on, how we have been doing, and how we are trying to pursue an Upstream life!!!Connect With Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Connect With Upstream: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    How Are We Pursuing God Right Now? / A Step of Faith Pt. 2 | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 27:16


    How Are We Pursuing God Right Now? / A Step of Faith Pt. 2 | Upstream Life PodcastIn this episode of the podcast, we start right where we left off in the last part as we discuss all the new changes and faith steps we are taking. We hope this two-part series encourages you to reflect on your life and listen to God as He calls you to take your own faith steps!Connect With Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Connect With Upstream: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    Where is God leading us? / A Step of Faith Pt. 1 | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 30:19


    Where is God leading us? / A Step of Faith Pt. 1 | Upstream Life PodcastIn this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast Sami and Joe sit down after wrapping up the "This Means War" series to discuss where God is leading them and the step of faith they are taking. We hope this honest raw conversation where these two reflect on the last couple of years can be helpful on your walk with Jesus upstream.Connect with Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Connect with Upstream International: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    The Gospel, Haiti, and T-Shirts / Blake Stanley | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 72:21


    The Gospel, Haiti, and T-Shirts / Blake Stanley | Upstream Life PodcastWelcome to this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast where we are privileged to sit down with Blake Stanley, founder of The Bible Memory Project, and Proclamation Coalition! Joe and Blake sit down at the end of a trip to Haiti to reflect and dream about the future. God is doing something in Haiti so check out this episode to see some of the reflections from the trip!Connect With Blake:T-SHIRTS:https://proclamationcoalition.com/LEARN HOW TO MEMORIZE SCRIPTURE: https://proclamationcoalition.com/collections/memorizetogetherINSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/proclamationcoalition/Connect With Us:Upstream International: https://upstreamint.org/Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Support the show

    Mr. Guy Interview In Haiti | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 58:49


    Welcome back to the Upstream Life Podcast! In this episode, we are privileged to be joined by someone super close to us... Guy Morelus! Mr. Guy is known by anyone who has taken a trip to Haiti with Upstream. He is the country director for Upstream International and Joe has known him for over 11 years now! In this episode of the podcast Guy shares about his life, the work being done in Haiti, the challenges we face, and what the future may look like!Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Upstream International: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    HOW THE ENEMY WORKS IN CHURCH | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 35:41


    HOW THE ENEMY WORKS IN CHURCH | Upstream Life PodcastChurch. Sometimes this can be a trigger word for people. Because of past experiences of "church hurt" many people want nothing to do with anyone who talks about church. The enemy has done his work to try to divide us and make us turned off to the very bride of Christ. We don't have to let this be the reality though! Check out this episode as we highlight the areas we have seen the enemy work in the church and we give some thoughts on how to overcome him! We hope you enjoy!Connect With Us!Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Upstream International: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show

    Navigating Our Culture Upstream | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 20:10


    Navigating Our Culture Upstream | Upstream Life PodcastIn this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we sit down to discuss the current culture we live in, how it impacts us as followers of Jesus, and how we navigate it all upstream. We hope you find this episode insightful, and encouraging as you listen! Upstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Upstream International: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How To Navigate School As A Follower of Jesus | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 26:47


    How To Navigate School As A Follower of Jesus | Upstream Life PodcastWhat is it like to follow Jesus in a crazy place like high school? If you are interested in this topic you are probably either a kid in school trying to figure out how to navigate this or you are a parent who is trying to guide your child through this time period. Either way, we hope you gain some insight from this episode of two kids who have been through high school! Cam and Kal share their experience, things they did well, things they wish they did differently, and more! We hope you enjoy this episode and if you want to learn more about Cam, Kal, or Upstream Life click the links below! God bless you!Cam's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3aj4GjQvoLzCWI5eXVOmBU?si=a621ab7dd2a543e3Kal's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KalistaHeschUpstream Life: https://upstreamlife.org/Upstream International: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How To Make Decisions | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 33:42


    How To Make Decisions | Upstream Life PodcastDo you ever have a hard time making decisions? Is it hard for you to weigh the costs of what your decisions will impact? How does God see this? Where is He calling me? What should I do in this relationship? etc etc!We hope that this open and honest conversation can shed some light on how we can best make decisions with Jesus at the center of it all! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Upstream Life PodcastConnect With Us Here: https://upstreamlife.org/Learn About Our Ministry: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    MONEY AND THE ENEMY | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 38:25


    MONEY AND THE ENEMY | Upstream Life PodcastWelcome to this week's podcast as we dive into FINANCES. This is a heavy subject because statistics say that finances cause more divorces than anything else. So with this being said, the enemy loves to use this tactic to kill, steal, and destroy. We pray this episode encourages and inspires you to live life against the flow.UPSTREAM LIFE: https://upstreamlife.org/UPSTREAM INTERNATIONAL: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    FRIENDS + THE ENEMY | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 32:45


    FRIENDS + THE ENEMY | Upstream Life PodcastWhat's up Upstream family! Welcome back to another episode of the Upstream Life Podcast! In this episode of the "This Means War" series, we are diving into how the enemy tries to come against friendships! The enemy knows we are stronger together as a community so he tries all he can to push us apart! We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast! Check out more of our resources below!MORE CONTENT: https://upstreamlife.org/OUR MINISTRY: https://upstreamint.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    PROTECT YOUR FAMILY FROM THE ENEMY | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 37:48


    PROTECT YOUR FAMILY FROM THE ENEMY | Upstream Life PodcastWhat is going on Upstream family welcome to another episode of the podcast! In this one, we are diving into spiritual warfare within a family. How does the enemy seek to divide in the home? Check out this episode for that and more! CHECK US OUT HERE: https://upstreamlife.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How To Protect Your Marriage Against The Enemy | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 45:15


    How To Protect Your Marriage Against The Enemy | Upstream Life PodcastWhat's up Upstream family! In this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we are discussing how the enemy comes against marriages specifically! We all know that the enemy wants to destroy the foundation in the home in order to make an impact on us as followers of Jesus, so this is why protecting your marriage against him matters! We hope you learn and grow from this episode!https://upstreamlife.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How The Enemy Attacks Us Personally | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 38:39


    How The Enemy Attacks Us Personally | Upstream Life PodcastIn this series, we have explored all of the ways the enemy tries to attack us. In this episode, we are specifically discussing how the enemy attacks our thoughts and identity personally. We hope this is encouraging and impactful for you!Check us out here! https://upstreamlife.org/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    The Word of God and Fighting the Enemy | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 31:43


    The Word of God and Fighting the Enemy | Upstream Life PodcastWelcome back Upstream family to another episode of the Upstream Life Podcast! This week we are wrapping up the armor of God given to us in Ephesians 6 with the sword of the Spirit. This week we dive into how the word of God can help us practically as we live out our daily life. How can we use the word to combat the lies of the enemy and how can we pursue Jesus through the word! Check it out we hope you enjoy it!Connect with the ministry!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Using the Shield of Faith and the Helmet of Salvation to Combat the Enemy | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 28:41


    Using the Shield of Faith and the Helmet of Salvation to Combat the Enemy | Upstream Life PodcastWhat's up Upstream family! Thank you for tuning into this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast. Today we are continuing our "This Means War" series around Ephesians 6 (The Armor of God) and how it applies to our life. Today we are focusing on the Sheild of Faith and the Helmet of Truth and how we have seen those two things play a huge role in our faith walk! We hope you enjoy this episode! Stay tuned for next week when we talk about the last piece of armor talked about "the sword" which is the word of God!Connect with us below to learn more about the ministry!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How To Find Peace / This Means War | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 28:13


    Welcome to the Upstream Life Podcast! In this episode: "How To Find Peace" our hosts Sami and Joe discuss how we can find peace in Jesus. We discuss the gospel of peace and how that allows us to endure every trial of life!Connect with us below to learn more about the ministry!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How To Stand Firm Against The Enemy | Belt of Truth / Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 32:16


    Welcome to the Upstream Life Podcast! In this episode: "How To Stand Firm Against The Enemy | Belt of Truth" our hosts Sami and Joe discuss how we can take a stand against a formidable enemy because of the grace and power Jesus gives us through the "armor of God". We specifically dive into the first two pieces of armor listed in Ephesians 6, but we will eventually hit them all so stay tuned for future episodes.Connect with us below to learn more about the ministry!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Get To Know Your Enemy | This Means War / Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 33:53


    Welcome to the Upstream Life Podcast! In this episode: "Get To Know Your Enemy" our hosts Sami and Joe discuss the enemy of the Bible and our lives... SATAN! We discuss why it is important to understand the devil, but also the power we have IN CHRIST! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast!Connect with us below to learn more about the ministry!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    God Refines Us In The Struggle / Jarrell Flowers | Upstream Life Episode 51

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 54:11


    God Refines Us In The Struggle / Jarrell Flowers | Upstream Life Episode 51We hope you enjoy this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast! We are blessed to be joined by Jarrell Flowers! Who is a Christian Hip Hop artist in San Antonio and has begun the Rise Movement! To connect with Jarrell click the links below!Website: https://freedommusicgroup.com/Rise: https://werise.city/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarrellfmg/Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Start Before You're Ready / Joe Delagrave | Upstream Life Episode 50

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 36:39


    Start Before You're Ready / Joe Delagrave | Upstream Life Episode 50In this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we get a chance to sit down with Joe Delagrave and hear where he is at after coming off the Tokyo Paralympics! Joe gives some great insight on starting before you think you are "ready". What does this look like? Check out the full podcast to hear!Connect With Joe: https://www.joedelagrave.com/Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroom Website: https://upstreamint.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternational Podcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Adapting To God's Plan / Finding Purpose In The Simple Things | Kaydra Moses | Upstream Life Ep. 49

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 59:46


    Adapting To God's Plan / Finding Purpose In The Simple Things | Kaydra Moses | Upstream Life Ep. 49Welcome to the Upstream Life Podcast where we talk to people just like you about how they are living an Upstream Life and how you can, too. In this week's episode, we have a dear friend, Kaydra Moses on! Kaydra sat down to talk to us about living on purpose in the simple parts of life and she spent some time discussing what it is like when what you thought God had in store doesn't happen. This conversation is for all the stay-at-home moms out there! We hope it encourages you and inspires you in your daily lives!Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Just One More // Changing Our Perspective | Upstream Life Podcast Episode 48

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 46:55


    Just One More // Changing Our Perspective | Upstream Life Podcast Episode 48Sami and Joe share their experiences as they just recently returned from a trip to Haiti. They share some of the moments along the trip including the heartbreaks and the joyful points. Tune in to hear one of their biggest takeaways and what the concept "just one more" means!Connect With Us

    BONUS FOOTAGE LIFE IN HAITI WITH AL | UPSTREAM LIFE EPISODE 47

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 51:14


    In this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we get to hear more from Al! He shares his experiences in Haiti over the last couple of years, the challenges he and his family have had to face, and how they have persevered even in the hardest moments. He also shares his love for Haiti and the people.Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Understanding the Del Rio Migrant Situation | Upstream Life Podcast 46

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 38:22


    In this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast, we sit down with Joe and Al who served together in Del Rio helping with the Haitian migrant situation at the southern border of Texas. This was a very confusing time for a lot of people to understand so Joe and Al hope to shed light on the situation and bring clarity! Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    CARING FOR ALL PEOPLE | Todd Sondgroth | Upstream Life Ep. 45

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 35:58


    On this week of the Upstream Life Podcast, we had the ability to interview Todd Sondgroth founder of The Change A Heart Foundation. Todd has been willing to pour out everything he has in order to meet the needs of others. Whether it is in the U.S or overseas, Todd has led trips and made impacts in people's lives for the better. Connect With Todd

    Jason Brooks Agora Ministries PART 2 | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 28:54


    We are super excited to bring you this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast! We are joined with a special guest who has been running Agora Ministries in San Antonio for 8 years now! Jason Brooks shares with us his Upstream story in PART 2 of our time with him. He speaks into the journey the Lord has brought him on, the struggles, the celebrations, and so much more!If you would like to connect with Jason, click the links below!Agora Ministries: https://agoraministries.com/Volunteer: https://agoraministries.com/contactus/Give: https://agoraministries.com/donate/Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Jason Brooks Agora Ministries PART 1 | Upstream Life Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 37:14


    We are super excited to bring you this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast! We are joined with a special guest who has been running Agora Ministries in San Antonio for 8 years now! Jason Brooks shares with us his upstream story. He speaks into the journey the Lord has brought him on, the struggles, the celebrations, and so much more!If you would like to connect with Jason, click the links below!Agora Ministries: https://agoraministries.com/Volunteer: https://agoraministries.com/contactus/Give: https://agoraministries.com/donate/Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Every Piece of Art Has A Story With Shelley Jean | Upstream Life Episode 42

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 28:00


    Join us in this week's episode of the Upstream Life Podcast as we sit down with Shelley Jean owner of Papillon Marketplace in Haiti! We hear how the business came to be and how she has endured over the years! Join us in this inspiring story with our good friend Shelly!Connect With Shelley!

    Will McGinniss | Upstream Life Podcast Episode 41

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 46:30


    Welcome to the Upstream Life Podcast where we are all about sharing stories of people who are living against the flow! We are blessed to be in conversation with Will McGinniss as he shares his story of coming to faith, joining one of the biggest Christian Rock bands, and transitioning to a life on purpose! Tune in to hear his inspirational story!Connect With Will!https://handsandfeetproject.org/https://www.haitimade.com/ https://beyondbordersfairtrade.com/ https://www.facebook.com/will.mcginniss Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    WHY DO WE PRAY? | Upstream Life Episode 40

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2021 30:39


    Why do we pray? What is the meaning of prayer? What are some testimonies of prayers that have been answered in our lives? All of that and more on this episode of the Upstream Life Podcast!Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroom Website: https://upstreamint.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    How To Empower Others | Upstream International Episode 39

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 35:09


    How To Empower Others // The Upstream International Podcast Episode 39Empowerment is a popular word nowadays, but what does it mean to truly empower someone? Sami and Joe look at this and talk about experiences where they have seen beautiful things come out of empowerment. We hope that this encourages you and gives you ways to implement empowerment in your own life!Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalPodcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9gRQPM1G4HGVsCIrTyWPVQSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    What Does The Bible Say About Love? | Upstream International Podcast Episode 38

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 28:06


    #love #bible #christianIn this episode of the Upstream Podcast, Sami and Joe sit down to discuss the word "LOVE" in the Bible. This word is used 100's of times and there are even specific different words that are translated to love, but we wanted to offer different scriptures and dive into the famous love passage found in 1 Corinthians 13. We hope you enjoy this podcast on LOVE! If you want to see us cover a different topic let us know in the comments!Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    The Adoption Story of Worthy and Gospel | Pt. 2 | Upstream Podcast Episode 37

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 37:53


    In this episode, we pick up where we left off in the adoption story! Last week we talked about all of the faith steps and God moments leading up to getting Worthy and Gospel, and now this week we talk about some of the experiences in China, bringing Worthy and Gospel home and what it has been like since we got them 7 years ago! We hope you enjoy this episode!Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroom Website: https://upstreamint.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternational Podcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    The Adoption Story of Worthy and Gospel | Pt. 1 | Upstream Podcast Ep. 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 35:31


    This week we wanted to dive into the adoption story of Worthy and Gospel. With Worthy's online presence blowing up along with Kalista, we wanted people to hear the story of how they came into the family! Listen to the full episode to hear the crazy faith steps we had to take!Connect With Us!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroom Website: https://upstreamint.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternational Podcast: https://upstreaminternational.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

    Storing Up Treasures In Heaven | Matthew 6:19-21 | Upstream Podcast Episode 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 30:24


    Hey everyone! This week on the podcast we are joined by Kalista (our daughter) as we talk about a passage in Matthew 6 about storing up treasures in Heaven. We wanted to discuss what treasures in Heaven look like, what it means to store up treasures on this earth, and the heart issue behind it all. We hope you enjoy this podcast! If you want to see more videos from Kalista, check out her channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/KalistaHesch Connect With Us

    Servant Leadership With Mike Hesch | How To Be A Good Leader | Upstream International Podcast Ep. 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 40:50


    #leader #servant #upstream #mikeheschIn this week's episode of the Upstream International Podcast Episode 34, we welcome Mike Hesch. Mike is an executive and personal coach both at Mayo Clinic and for others! We wanted to hear from Mike what it takes to be a good leader and he hits primarily on being a SERVANT leader. Stay tuned for the whole podcast to hear what he has to say! Thank you!Sponsor A Classroom: https://upstreamint.org/product/SPONSOR-A-CLASSROOM/sponsor-a-classroomWebsite: https://upstreamint.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminternational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upstreaminternationalhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9gRQPM1G4HGVsCIrTyWPVQSupport the show (http://upstreamint.org/)

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