Podcasts about care ministry

Join me for part 2 of this series on debunking Christianity Today's premise that Satanic Ritual Abuse does not exist, and that repressed memoriescannot be trusted. Today, Rebecca Davis and I delve into the arguments of CT by going into depth on Elizabeth Loftus, the McMartin preschool case, andFBI agent Kenneth Lanning. It is unfortunate that CT feels the need to bring back into the Christian debate the memories of thousands of courageous Christian SRA survivors. These are strong men and women who said no to the occult. They dared to walk away and bore the wrath of their families and the groups that abused them. They have walked a road of ridicule and unbelief in society around them. Silently they have worked to heal from the unimaginable, with some risking to come on podcasts like “Only God Rescued Me” to have avoice. To be seen. To be heard. To believe someone will listen. CT should be applauding this healing and bravery, instead they are bullying to bring abouttheir silence once again. I call for CT to retract their podcast and to issue a verypublic apology to SRA survivors. I have written to them this very thing. If you feel so led to do the same, here is the link to contact them: https://help.christianitytoday.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360002884954Thank you for listening and participating in this important conversation. Here are links to books and websites mentioned in this podcastwith my affiliate links:  Christianity Today's Podcast: The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea: https://www.christianitytoday.com/podcasts/devil-and-the-deep-blue-sea/ To write and complain to CT about the podcast: https://help.christianitytoday.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360002884954 Care Ministry: https://www.care1.orgThe Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der Kolk: https://amzn.to/4kKClArThe Truth About the False Memory Syndrome, JamesFriesen: https://amzn.to/4jzCVQHFalse Memories: The Deception that Silenced Millions,Lynne Crook: https://amzn.to/4jGiQZ2By Silenced Betrayed, John Crewdson: https://amzn.to/4jGiQZ2Restoring the Shattered Self, Heather Davediuk Gingrich: https://amzn.to/43tDDKm Recovered Memory Archive, with over 100 cases of legally proved recovered memories: https://www.recoveredmemory.org To contact Rebecca Davis: rebecca@rebeccajoydavis.com Only God Rescued Me: Website: www.onlygodrescuedme.com  Contact Lisa:lisa@onlygodrescuedme.com To help support this podcast: PayPal@Lisa453Venmo@lisameister4242 Square https://square.link/u/kQLAozvVBuy Me a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/onlygodrescuedme.com

Join this panel of pastors as they discuss and answer questions around foster care ministry in their church.   James Barton, Rush Church, Lead Pastor Jill Barton, Rush Church Greg Glodkowski, Chester Christian Center A/G, Lead Pastor Jordan Biel, Rock of Grace, Lead Pastor

Learn why we should be involved in foster care ministry, what is involved in it, and how to start it.   Paris Yanno OMN Father's Heart, Director of Father's Heart

In this episode of The Care Ministry Podcast, Laura Howe sits down with Hilary Spears, Director of Care at The Journey West County in St. Louis. Hilary shares the unique journey of her church—transitioning from a multi-site model to an independent congregation—and how that shift has impacted care ministry. With deep roots in counseling and a growing lay care team, Hilary brings wisdom and vulnerability as she navigates big-picture strategy while handling real-time needs. They discuss everything from normalizing mental health in church, developing sustainable care systems, building a thriving Deacon team, and the delicate balance of working in ministry while also working on it. If you're building or refining your church's care ministry, this episode is full of relatable challenges, practical tips, and thoughtful encouragement. Quotes Hilary Spears: “It kind of feels like we're building the airplane while it's in the air.” Laura Howe: “Care ministry grows at the speed of relationship.” Hilary Spears: “We've done a great job of normalizing counseling. The stigma around mental health really doesn't exist in our church anymore.” Hilary Spears: “I can't have everything perfectly set and then provide care—I have to do both at the same time.” Laura Howe: “Not every church needs to do it all. Care ministry should reflect the unique people, vision, and resources of your church.” Resources Sample Care Protocol Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' listeners are invited to register for the upcoming ABC Call to Council conference. Mike is joined with Justin Greene and Mary Young, both cancer survivors, discuss their newly launched Cancer Care Ministry at Salem Heights Church. They share their personal journeys with cancer, the unique challenges faced by cancer patients, and how the new ministry aims to provide practical support, emotional comfort, and spiritual guidance. Key topics include the importance of humor, sharing stories, and maintaining hope amid suffering. Additionally, they emphasize the necessity for other churches to consider establishing similar support groups and provide resources for starting such initiatives. 00:00 Introduction and Conference Announcement01:39 Welcome to Speak the Truth Podcast02:13 Introducing Justin Green and Mary Young02:37 Justin's Cancer Journey04:48 Mary's Cancer Journey06:15 Launching the Cancer Care Ministry16:33 The Oasis Cancer Support Groups27:39 Encouragement and Resources for Churches30:17 Conclusion and Contact InformationEpisode MentionsOur Journey of Hope - Cancer Resources 

Hear how Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children Foster Care Ministries is equipping local churches to create or enhance support ministry in foster care, making a difference it the lives of children and families.

In this inspiring episode of The Care Ministry Podcast, Laura Howe and Rebecca Bailey discuss creating a proactive care ministry plan for 2025. They explore shifting from reactive crisis care to a responsive, prevention-focused model through intentional planning. Their insights on using the "Model of Care" framework and practical ministry strategies will equip church leaders to build sustainable care programs that meet real needs year-round. Quotes "The goal is to have systems and strategies in place so that you have space and capacity for prevention work." "It's about meeting people where they're at—not empty-handed, but with resources and tools ready to support." "We tend to feel like it's all on us individually, but good ministry brings people alongside to share the load." "When we set our future selves up for success, we create space for meaningful, impactful ministry." "This process of thinking ahead actually sets your future ministry up for success—it's planning with purpose." Resources https://www.hopemadestrong.org/care-ministry-cohort 2025 Care Ministry Calendar Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

In this bittersweet interview, Reverend Dr. Jacky Gatliff reflects on her five years as Director of Care Ministry at Christ Methodist Church as she approaches retirement. She discusses discernment as aligning with God's work, embracing change, and nurturing a relationship with God amidst challenges. Jacky shares her focus on mentoring future leaders, especially women in ministry, and highlights her desire to engage with family as a new grandmother. She emphasizes that retirement is transitioning toward new service opportunities, leaving listeners with a message of hope and God's steadfast love.

In this episode of The Care Ministry Podcast, host Laura Howe and guest Rebecca Bailey dive into the importance of strategic planning in care ministry. They discuss the evolving role of care in the church, emphasizing how intentional planning can help churches better support both congregants and the broader community without overwhelming resources. The conversation covers topics like balancing in-reach and outreach, developing volunteer capacity, and creating sustainable support structures. Rebecca also shares insights from leading a care ministry cohort, underscoring the need for clear priorities and collaboration to meet the real needs of people in crisis. Quotes "Care is more than casseroles. It's about showing up consistently and meaningfully for people, sometimes even just sitting with them." "We often forget that care ministry is not just about Sunday; it's about becoming a community hub of support and connection throughout the week." "People come to churches hoping for more than a service—they seek a family, someone to walk with them in their struggles." "A strategic care ministry knows its strengths and limitations, recognizing that no church can be a one-stop shop for every need." "If we're truly committed to caring, we need to plan for it. Otherwise, we'll end up putting out fires rather than offering meaningful support." Resources Hope Made Strong Community Care Ministry Cohort Communities of Practice Guidebook Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

Whether it's a new team, a church transition, or some other circumstance, care teams are often left to piece together how to create a sustainable and helpful system for creating cultures of care. Today, Janelle and Katie share their experience entering into the Care Ministry Cohort, where the community, helpful resources, and coaching made all the difference. You can apply for the 2025 Care Ministry Cohort, beginning in January, and begin a guided journey toward cultivating a culture of care at your church! Quotes The cohort came at the perfect time. It is ok to be patient and wait. We're not trying to start from the ground up. But we're trying to renovate. The cohort did a great job of starting at the basics. We don't want cookie-cutter care ministries. We want care ministries that look and feel like your congregation. Resources CareMinistryCohort.com Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

Welcome back to the Continuing the Conversation Feed! Join hosts Craig Smith and High School Director Stephen Boyer, as the guys dive further into the story of Gideon in Judges. Listen in as the guys talk about how often times we HAVE to rely on God in our darkest times, how to respond in our places of weakness, and how we can't experience his peace when we're trusting in our power! If you're in need of prayer, please don't hesitate to reach out to us by clicking HERE. Also, if you're in need of counseling, please check out our Care Ministry here at Mission Hills Church. We would love to hear from you. As always, shoot us your questions at info@missionhills.org and enjoy today's episode. Also check out our YouTube Channel and the Playlist titled, "Questions with Craig" for more resources.  ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits =============================

Our series on loving our ladies continues today with this episode on Newborn and Grief Baskets: Loving Our Ladies in Times of Sorrow and Joy.Join Cyndee as she explores how to create meaningful newborn and grief baskets that can be a source of joy and comfort in your church community. These baskets aren't just a collection of items; they're a ministry opportunity to express God's love and care during significant life moments.I share the lists of the items we include in our newborn and grief baskets, as well as how we distribute them.As always, you'll find links to the supplies in the show notes available on the Women's Ministry Toolbox blog.Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources: Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail Website – www.womensministrytoolbox.com Online Store – www.womensministrytoolboxshop.com Online Training – www.womensministrytraining.com Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/ Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/ Women's Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolboxYou can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email (cyndee@womensministrytoolbox.com).

Welcome back to the Continuing the Conversation Feed! After a week wandering the Oregon coast, preparing for 2025, Craig Smith is back with co-host Colin McFarland as the guys kick off a new sermon series. The Gift of Weakness centers around you've ever felt overwhelmed by life's challenges or have wondered if you're enough. Listen in as they talk about hitting rock bottom, trusting God in tough times, and how our Creator can use our most fragile moments for the beginning of extraordinary purpose and power. If you're in need of prayer, please don't hesitate to reach out to us by clicking HERE. Also, if you're in need of counseling, please check out our Care Ministry here at Mission Hills Church. We would love to hear from you. As always, shoot us your questions at info@missionhills.org and enjoy today's episode. Also check out our YouTube Channel and the Playlist titled, "Questions with Craig" for more resources.  ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits =============================

In this episode, we're joined by Ryan Stanton, CEO of Compass, to explore the transformative impact of Inspirational Leadership in fostering a flourishing workplace culture. Ryan shares powerful insights on directional clarity, emotional and spiritual formation of employees, and the intentional steps that have fueled his organization's growth and Kingdom impact. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/407ryanstanton Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org    

4KIDS is on a mission to provide HOPE for kids in crisis with a bold vision to provide a HOME for EVERY child. Through the faithful work of thousands of advocates, financial partners, foster parents, volunteers and others, countless children, teens, and young adults have been served. Monday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte we welcome Tom Lukasik, Chief Advocacy & Engagement Officer as he introduces the new President of 4KIDS of South Florida, Andrew Holmes! Andrew strongly believes that there is great dignity in caring for the vulnerable and a blessing for all those that seek to become part of this life-changing ministry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcasting Love: The Impact of Foster Care Ministry Welcome to Broadcast His Love, the podcast where we explore what life looks like when we decrease our name and increase God's name. In this inspiring episode, host Rikki welcomes Amy Floyd, volunteer leader of the Foster and Adoptive Ministry at First Baptist Church of Pensacola. Amy shares her heartfelt journey from pharmaceutical sales to leading a transformative foster care ministry. Amy dives into the powerful impact of Royal Family Kids Camp, an international program dedicated to providing foster children with a unique camp experience. Hear touching stories of children finding joy, connection, and hope through this ministry. Amy also discusses the importance of wraparound support for foster families and the many ways we can all contribute without becoming foster parents ourselves. Discover how small acts of love and support can make a significant difference in the lives of foster children and their caregivers. Amy's passion and dedication are a testament to the power of showing up and being part of God's supply chain. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that will inspire you to broadcast His love in your community. Royal Family Kids Camp: https://www.forthechildren.org/about-us/camps Wrap Around Support: https://nwi.pdx.edu/wraparound-basics/

Learn what foster care ministry is, the why behind it, and how to start by using what you already have in your church. Paris Yanno Director of Father's Heart, OMN Father's Heart

Your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Director of Total Rewards of Christian Care Ministry, Casey Sanders. Christian Care Ministry, a non-profit financial services organization with a workforce of 730 employees, has been under Casey's strategic leadership for six years. During the conversation, Casey illuminated the critical role of core values in shaping the culture of an organization. He described these values as the organization's heartbeat, influencing every interaction and decision within the workplace.Casey's tenure at Christian Care Ministry, including his experience as interim head of HR and as the owner of an HR and benefits consulting firm, has cemented his belief in the power of intentional culture. He stressed that culture is a dynamic entity, constantly evolving, and it's up to leadership to steer it in the desired direction.To learn more about Casey's work, click HERE and HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Want to learn more about Sri's work at Engagedly? Check out his website at https://engagedly.com/.

Even though Care Ministry teams are not often known as being tech-savvy, there are a few strategic tools you can use to increase your capacity to serve. Tech tools can streamline processes and elevate the impact of your Care Ministry. Listen in today for a few helpful (and manageable) tools to get you started. Quotes Care Ministry doesn't have to live in your head. Most ministry leaders are not tech experts… Care is a culture more than it is a program. Resources Canva Calendly Trello Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

After working for 15 years as a clinical mental health social worker, Laura Howe began to dream up what it could look like for church leaders to provide excellent support for their communities…without the burnout piece that often follows. Today, Hope Made Strong provides support for leaders all over the world, reaching 100 countries with its resources, tools, and global Church Mental Health Summits. Listen in to discover the many ways you can be equipped with the mental health resources needed to create resilient individuals and churches with knowledgeable and confident leadership. Quotes Many churches had the intention of caring for their people but struggled to do it effectively. And they seemed to burn through leaders and volunteers. Nothing ever really stuck. I knew that there is power in having a network of support through peers. The church has lessons to learn from the community. And the community has lessons to learn from the church. Resources Care Ministry Cohort Finding Hope in Helping course The Caregiver Toolbox course Sleep is not a Dream course The Mental Health Speakers Lab course Church Mental Health Summit Local Church Mental Health Summits Mental Health Sunday toolkit 3 Steps to Building a Sustainable Care Ministry Email us: hello@hopemadestrong.org Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

Merry Christmas! We're taking a break from our regular content to share an old favorite on Foster Care Ministry...Currently, there are over 425,000 children in the American foster care system, approximately 24,000 of whom live in New England. Join us and Jonathan Reid - Executive Director and Founder of Fostering Hope, based in Providence, RI - as we discuss what it looks like to enter the world of foster care ministry as a church in New England, and how Fostering Hope strives to reunite biological families, support foster care families, and offer loving homes where reunification isn't possible. 

While formalized care teams can be great, there's no replacement for care that's authentic and organic. So often we see needs, but we stumble in our efforts or are held back by discomfort or fear of saying the wrong thing. What if there were a way to overcome the obstacles and help others do the same? Kari Bartkus, author of Courageous Care, joins us in this episode to share how.Listen in to hear:Why caring well is one of the biggest gifts a small church offersThat each of us - no matter what personality - is designed to care wellThe 5 biggest obstacles that hold us back from caringWhy showing up is more important than knowing what to saySpecific steps to move past fear and discomfortConnect with Kari Bartkus: http://lovedoesthat.org/care Rate, Review, & Follow Laurie on Apple Podcasts"I love Laurie and The Small Church Ministry Podcast!!"

Today's special guest, Jessica Howard, is in a new role of leadership within the care ministry at her church. While only a few months into this role, she joined our Care Ministry Cohort, and in this episode, she shares her big takeaways. Listen in to learn how your unique church culture can benefit from the tools and resources in the Cohort, adapting them to be practical in streamlining and strategizing your care. Quotes The power of an invite speaks volumes. It was really nice to have a support network and know that we are all in it together. It is ok if you try something and it doesn't work out the first time. Our aim is not to meet every single need, because we can't! Your care ministry is as unique to your church as the people you serve. Resources Care Ministry Cohort Contact Hope Made Strong Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

On this week's PoM podcast I sit down with Evelio Silvera Vice President of Communications and Strategy at Christian Care Ministry (CCM), the operator of Medi-Share. On this episode Evelio shares why Christian families should consider how their dollars can be used to further kingdom causes. Silvera emphasizes making sure the dollars Christians spend/invest help grow the Kingdom, and in many ways, that means philanthropic giving to Christian non-profits.To get connected to Christian Care Ministry: https://mychristiancare.org/To learn more about Medi-share: https://www.medishare.com/Check out the PoM Gear Store ahead of the 12 Days of Manliness: https://www.thepursuitofmanliness.com/gearTo get more PoM Podcast content and join a global community of men who help support PoM join The Herd: https://www.thepursuitofmanliness.com/join-the-herdJoin our Quiet Life Community closed Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pursuitofmanlinessCheck out our Outdoor Ministry Pursue Wilderness: https://www.facebook.com/pursuewilderness/https://www.instagram.com/pursuewildernessSupport the show

We're grateful for Kathleen Otchy joining us on today's episode! Kathleen joined a Care Ministry Cohort and, today, she gives us insight into a bit of her story, why she found value in our cohorts after over 20 years of Care Ministry experience, and the best advice for anyone just beginning a care ministry role. Quotes Normalizing care is a very difficult thing to find. There's very little encouragement for Care people…so to be encouraged was invaluable. God is doing something in our nation, in the world, around equipping and catalyzing or moving the church into this space where we're really able to help people in their intimate lives. It suddenly felt like we were a part of something bigger. Resources Care Ministry Cohort Contact Hope Made Strong Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

Welcome to the 90th episode of The Stories Collective! Today we are joined by our friend, worship volunteer and Care Ministry leader Deb Uhrberg. Deb and her husband Andy have been attending our church since 2019 and almost immediately became a big part of the ministry here. We are so thankful for Deb's willingness to share her story with us today. ⚠️ Before you listen, we do want to give you a trigger warning for this episode. Domestic violence and abuse within marriage is discussed throughout this conversation. ⚠️Deb was raised in a Christian home, being the daughter of a home front missionary. Her father was an evangelist who would set up carnivals and fairs to witness and minister to people. She shares some sweet memories about being involved with ministry like that at a young age. As many do, Deb shares that she strayed in her early college years. She never abandoned her belief in God, but she made some decisions and spent some time with people who weren't the greatest. While working as a paramedic she met the man who would become her first husband. It was rocky and even destructive from the start with physical abuse being present even in their dating relationship. Despite everything going on Deb went through with marrying this man. This would bring over 20 years of abuse and Deb kept everything hidden from her family and friends. She had a difficult time understanding what divorce meant for a Christian and those thoughts alone kept her in the marriage. Having a passion for worship ministry, Deb was regularly playing piano in churches and God brought a worship minister who eventually helped Deb to understand that she could get out of this marriage. Even more so, he reminded her that she was God's child, and that God did not want these things for her. Listen in and hear about how the Lord led Deb in His way to get out the abusive marriage, heal from years of hurt and pain and how her marriage to her current husband Andy has been a beautiful picture of hope. What is even more special is that God is using Deb and Andy to lead our DivorceCare ministry, ministering to those who once walked the path that they were on. He truly brings beauty from ashesMending the Soul - https://dscchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1074699DivorceCare - https://dscchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1399197DivorceCare for Kids - https://dscchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1944890Care & Support Ministries at Desert Springs - https://dscchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1882239Would you please subscribe and leave us a review? This will help our podcast reach more people! We'd love it if you'd share this podcast with your friends on social media and beyond. Join us next Wednesday to hear another story of God's faithfulness!

Church is about creating a space of belonging and healing…together. Today, we get to hear from Rev. Rebecca Bailey, a clinical counselor and recovery ministry leader for the 510 Foundation, as well as a non-profit outreach arm of Nashville First Church of the Nazarene. Rebecca shares her journey from finding the Lord at age 30, to serving and working with the local church, to now ministering to care team leaders as a cohort ministry leader with Hope Made Strong's cohort program. Her experience has led to building strategic and intentional systems within care ministry, and she shares her insights with us in today's episode! Quotes It wasn't until I had my own experience that I was able to recognize…this is a ministry for people, and I know what it's like to be on this side. All along the line, it's when things don't make sense that I start to go, ‘Ok, Lord, what are you trying to teach me?' If it makes sense, nine times out of ten it's my own brain and it's not the Lord's work. Life gets in the way, and if we aren't intentional, things will slip through the cracks. Systems provide us the way in which to stay connected and to fulfill our calling, which is to love others. Resources Care Ministry Cohort Contact Hope Made Strong Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

Emma Dotter is joined by Ethan Howard, and they unpack the pre-exilic prophets and how our God is not as wrathful as we may think. 12 of the 17 prophets are pre-exilic prophets. They are prophets that are prophesying before the exile of the nation of Israel and Judah. By God sending the prophets he is asking his people to make the right choice of keeping covenant to follow him, but the people of Israel don't do that.   Additional Scriptures referenced in this episode: Isaiah 53 - Jesus is the Suffering Servant. Jeremiah 31 - A new covenant is coming where God will put his Word in our hearts. Exodus 34:5-7 - Moses calls out to see God, and is answered with God's characteristics  Re:generation Care Ministry: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/regeneration-recovery  Ethan Howard's previous episode 1 Samuel 6-7 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-150-1-samuel-6-7/id1600151923?i=1000623424289  Grab a Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14  Join the Journey Jr.  https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

St. Joseph Foster Care Ministry with Julie Dumalet and Chandler JamesOctober 16, 2023Season 01, Episode 04In this episode, we learn about a new program from the Office of Pro-Life Activities, the St. Joseph Foster Care Ministry. We talk with Julie Dumalet, Director of the Office of Pro-Life Activities, and Chandler James from the Riverside Project about this new initiative and collaboration. For more information about St. Joseph Foster Care Ministry, visit our website at archgh.org/prolife.For more information about The Riverside Project, you can find them online at riversideproject.org.-----------------------------------To learn about the ministries and office of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org.FacebookInstagramYouTube

If you missed the Church Mental Health Summit, today is your day! We're highlighting five “hidden gems” from Oct. 10 so you can experience a taste of all the summit has to offer! Today, we're hearing from Dr. David Anderson, Debra Fileta, David Kim, Dr. Jeanie Clarkson, and a special panel from the Trauma Healing Institute. In each session, we get a helpful perspective on mental health from professionals who are in the trenches of Care Ministry and desire to be a practical resource for you in your ministry. Quotes The truth is that our spirit was redeemed when we were saved… but our relationships, physical health, and mental health still need some work. Our culture is shifting. People are getting tired of just attending and being a spectator at church. People are craving community and connection. Resources Churchmentalhealthsummit.com https://www.hopemadestrong.org/care-ministry-cohort Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube Register for The Church Mental Health Summit

Mental health and the church. These two topics have historically stood at odds with one another in our societies. It's been frowned upon to talk about, and as a result, many struggling with mental health have felt more shame and isolation than healing. But there is a shift happening. Church leaders are starting to recognize the Church's instrumental role in providing purpose, belonging, and hope for those struggling with mental health! Today, we're getting practical with five ways you can continue this supportive role within the church. Listen in for an episode packed with resources for you and your church to elevate your Care Ministry! Quotes The local church has the ability…to support people's well-being. Struggling with mental health is nothing to be ashamed of. Mental health is a human condition. While we admire strength, we as human beings relate to struggle. When a pastor and a clinician work in tandem, that's offering incredible, wraparound support. Resources Overcoming Compassion Fatigue course link Mental Health Sunday Fresh Hope for Mental Health My Quiet Cave Grace Alliance 3 Steps to Building a Sustainable Care Ministry Churchmentalhealthsummit.com Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube Register for The Church Mental Health Summit

If you're looking for ways to build a strategic and sustainable Care Ministry, you will benefit greatly from the Care Ministry Cohorts! Today, Laura takes us on a “behind-the-scenes tour” of what you can experience when you join a Care Cohort! Those in our cohorts gain access to priceless resources like: Community (ministry leaders who understand the nuances of care ministry) Vision assessment tools (making sure you're providing appropriate care) Budgeting templates (getting creative with funding) Community resource lists (recommendations that will multiply the tools in your toolbelt) And so much more! Join us today as we discover how your Care Ministry can be elevated through joining a Care Ministry Cohort. Quotes I can't overstate the importance of keeping records when you are caring for those who are vulnerable. While it's not intentional, people often experience different care depending on who they ask and when. It's essential that a leader dedicates some time to work on the ministry rather than only working in the ministry. It's not just important to focus on building your care ministry, but it's also important to build yourself as a leader. Resources 4 Components of a Care Ministry Episode 94 - 4 Components of a Strategic Care Ministry CareMinistryCohort.com Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube Register for The Church Mental Health Summit

As leaders in ministry, we are always looking for better ways to create a culture of care and since the conception of The Care Ministry and this podcast, I have received a number of questions like; How one can start a care ministry? How do I recruit and train volunteers? What other churches are doing when it comes to care? With The Care Ministry Cohort, we will walk with you step-by-step as you build a thriving care ministry offering you the community you didn't know you had, the accountability that you know you need, and guidance. I share everything you need to know when you sign up for The Care Ministry Cohort in this episode. Press play and learn more about it. Resources Join The Care Ministry Cohort Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube Register for The Church Mental Health Summit Quotes Leaders are often so busy supporting people, running around putting out fires, answering emails, in meetings that you have very little time to build the ministry that you want. The truth in care ministry is that you cannot solve everyone's problems. The church can only do so much for people but by having a strategic plan you can work towards providing care. Without a system or documentation process, you are setting yourself up for a liability issue.

On Thursday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Tom Lukasik VP of Community Engagement for 4KIDS of South Florida joins Brigitte as co-host and to share an update on what's been happening with the foster care ministry at his organization. Tom and his wife Linda have fostered more than 50 children and continue to be involved in the foster care community throughout South Florida.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Margie talks with Pastor James about her history at JaxNaz Church and her current role as Care Pastor. Find out some of the amazing things God is doing behind the scenes and how you can plugged in!  Learn more about JaxNaz Church at jaxnazchurch.com or, better yet, come to our Sunday services at 9:30 & 11:15a in-person or online at http://jaxnazchurch.online.FacebookInstagramYoutubeChurch Online

A strategic care ministry is essential to a church's mission to love, serve, and support its congregation and the wider community. It provides pastoral care, crisis support, outreach opportunities, discipleship, connection, and holistic ministry, all of which contribute to the overall spiritual health and growth of the church community. In this episode, we get down to 4 components of a strategic care ministry. Quotes Ministry is the support and care provided by the church with the intention of strengthening belonging, purpose, and hope, and with the goal of equipping the whole person to flourish. No longer is the pastor, the primary caregiver, but people become neighbors to one another and care for one another as neighbors. Care is anything that strengthens belonging, purpose, and hope Care can't be isolated ministry or, or something that's done as an afterthought. It's actually the glue that holds everything together. Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube Resources Episode 77 Episode 18 Care Ministry Cohort 4 Components of Care Ministry

If there were no limitations on your budget, what would your care ministry look like? This thought is every care ministry leader's dream and this conversation came up in the care ministry community when a question was posed about dreaming about what your care ministry would look like if nothing were off the table. Sonia Miller shared this and joins me in Episode 92 to talk about how care ministry would look without limitations. Our conversation is all things good and practical, you ought to listen in. Quotes Legitimate care can simply be sending a text saying I'm thinking about you and praying for you today. Our biggest strength is our people love people. People heal when they're loved well. No act of care is too small. There's so much vulnerability in grief. You can't quantify the support someone receives. Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

May is National Foster Care Month. There are over 391,000 children and youth in foster care in the U.S., and mental and behavioral health is the largest unmet health need for these children and teens. On Wednesday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Founding CEO of Place of Hope, Charles Bender joins us to hear how this ministry is impacting hurting children with the love of God. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rev. Brian Heller, Manager of Specialized Spiritual Care Ministry with the LCMS Office of National Mission, joins Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve Series to talk about who is served by professionals in Specialized Spiritual Care Ministry (formerly Specialized Pastoral Ministry), in what ways chaplains serve, how he began considering formation to be a chaplain, the special training that professionals in Specialized Spiritual Care Ministry receive, and how to begin the steps to becoming a chaplain. Learn more at lcms.org/how-we-serve/mercy/specialized-pastoral-ministry. Learn more about the Set Apart to Serve Initiative at lcms.org/setaparttoserve. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve.

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson interview, Rev. Percy McCray.  Rev. Percy McCray Jr has spent more than 20 years ministering to cancer patients and their caretaker at Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA). He serves as the Director of Faith-Based Programs at CTCA® and provides leadership and pastoral care staff at all five CTCA hospitals and oversees Our Journey of Hope®. He also Hosts a popular podcast, 'Health, Hope & Inspiration.  Tune in as Shawn, Bob and Rev. Percy shares his story of seeing his father nearly die which shocked him into a straight path and how he now runs an organization that teaches churches how to do end of life chaplaincy. Being a cancer survivor himself, Rev. Percy shares about the importance of cancer care ministry and how it requires understanding of the impact of cancer, how people react to it, and how God has called HIs people to respond.  Tune in! https://www.ourjourneyofhope.com/  

"Ready to Say 'I Do'? " A Roadmap to a Successful Marriage" is a must-listen episode for anyone ready to plunge into marriage. In this insightful episode, marriage coach Chinda Chinda shares valuable advice on navigating the complexities of marriage and building a successful partnership with your significant other.With personal anecdotes and practical tips, Chinda highlights common red flags often ignored in a relationship's early stages, such as communication breakdowns, financial conflicts, and differing life goals. Then, he provides a roadmap to overcoming these challenges and creating a solid foundation for a successful marriage.Through his years of experience working with couples, Chinda emphasizes the importance of communication, trust, and mutual respect in any marriage. She also provides helpful exercises and tools for teams to deepen their connection and resolve issues. "Ready to Say 'I Do'? A Roadmap to a Successful Marriage" is a powerful guide for anyone looking to build a solid and lasting relationship with their partner. Whether you're engaged, newlyweds, or have been married for years, this episode contains valuable insights to help you create a fulfilling and happy life together.About Chinda ChindaChindah Chindah was the 28th child in a family of 36 children but dropped to the 11th child out of 20 children alive. He lost 16 brothers and sisters to various illnesses during the Nigerian civil war and the post-war era. His late dad had 68 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren with three wives. His early life was not glamorous and exciting at all. But he learned early on to make the best of his resources, refusing to let limitations derail him from his life's purpose. He is an Award-Winning Motivational and Transformational Speaker and a Certified Life, Relationship, and Performance Coach. An NLP Practitioner, Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, Preacher, Senior IT Consultant, Passionate Youth & Young Adults Leader & Mentor. He founded the following organizations: Limitless Life Pro Academy, Married Life Management, CARE Ministry & 4XL Telecoms, UK.He wrote two bestselling books: What Can I Do to Make My Marriage Work? and The Power Of Personal Change.He teaches and mentors young generations and ambitious individuals to rise to the challenges and changing times to develop into accountable and responsible leaders of tomorrow with a distinctive and high-performing mindset while retaining their identity of their best and highest self. In addition, he coaches mature single adults, engaged persons, newlyweds, married, single parents, separated and divorced to find their unique relationships and personality differences, to responsibly manage and overcome all relationships pain points, to create and build a relationship that is stable, strong, and satisfying throughout their lives together.Connect With Chindah Chindah: Life and Relationship CoachWebsite: www.limitlesslifepro.comEmail: info@limitlesslifepro.com limitlesslifepro@gmail.comBook publishing Website: www.4xlpublishing.comEmail: publishing@4xlpublishing.comConnect with the Host ~Noble Ij:Links: https://podbio.me/thebeautifullybrokenmeJoin our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/thebeautifullybrokenme

Featuring: Rev. Michael A. Langham I faithfully served as hospital chaplain until God moved me to the pastorate.

Featuring: Rev. Michael A. Langham I never saw cancer care ministry in my future.

Hospice care and palliative care are closely related and sometimes overlapping, but both of these areas of medical care still greatly misunderstood. This episode focuses on hospice care. For a better understanding of this important and vital ministry and form of care I turn to the Reverends Leah Brown, Kelly Belcher, and Jody Griffin. Leah Brown is Associate Pastor, Pastoral Care at First Baptist Church, Asheville, North Carolina. She joined the FBCA staff in 2008 and was ordained in 2010.  She coordinates and provides pastoral care for the congregation. Leah graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from UNC-Asheville. She received her Master of Social Work from UNC-Chapel Hill and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her clinical focus is aging and end-of-life care. Leah worked as a hospice social worker at CarePartners Hospice and Palliative Care from 1994-2007. Kelly Belcher is an ordained minister and endorsed chaplain with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. She works as a hospice chaplain in Asheville, North Carolina Jody was a United States Army Reserve Chaplain with the 167TH Military Police Battalion and a Retired North Carolina Army National Guard Chaplain serving in United States Army and Navy confinement facilities. From 2016-2022 he was a community funded chaplain at Avery-Mitchell Correctional Institution. He is currently the pastor of Central Baptist Church, Spruce Pine, North Carolina and chaplain at Medi Hospice, Boone, North Carolina.

As a leader in Care Ministry, you tend to become the go-to person and find yourself anticipating needs that others don't see, and you take on more and more responsibilities. Much as this can give you the whole superhero feel, in the long run, you may face compassion fatigue and wonder why you always feel overwhelmed. The truth is you cannot do it alone, there is too much on your plate for you to be all things for everyone. In Episode 73, I share: How leaders in the care field tend to neglect their own compassion How compassion fatigue actually happens Why self-compassion is important when you work in care capacities The value of delegation and how it can help you reduce the different responsibilities on your plate. Quotes Moses, a man who was able to lead the Israelites to freedom and was used by God to perform miracles was not able to solve problems all day by himself. The work of hearing problems and finding solutions is so great that it was too heavy for Moses to do on his own. You can be that go-to person or the one who people can rely on to get it done but God still doesn't want you to do it alone. It's not possible for you to do it alone Saying no or delegating isn't a sign of weakness or failure. It's a sign of leadership. Episode Resources What's On Your Plate Episode 20 Finding Hope In helping - An online course to overcome compassion fatigue Connect with Hope Made Strong Websites: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube Are you more of a reader? Read the full transcript below.

On the show today we are talking about multi-campus care ministry and I'm honored to have Liz Addington from Elevation Church. As you listen to Liz share about how she leads a multi-campus ministry I don't want you to think, oh my my church is so much smaller, or has few resources. I want you to listen for the familiar, listen for the heart and the desire to serve. It doesn't matter if you have a single campus or multiple campuses the care is the same. It's creative, and it's intentional. For full show notes go to HopeMadeStrong.org/episode72

In today's show, we are going to be talking all about rebuilding your care ministry after COVID with my friend Melissa and we are going to be sharing this in the same framework that The Care Ministry Cohort follows. For more information on the cohort, you can go to careministrycohort.com. For full show notes you can go to HopeMadeStrong.org/episode71

And I'm so excited to launch The Care Ministry Cohort and tell you all about it in this episode. This episode isn't just for those who want to join the cohort, but I think this will also be helpful for those who want to DIY their care ministry podcast. This episode will give you a blueprint for growing your care ministry. In this episode, you can expect to hear, what I did to grow the care ministry in my home church as well as lessons learned from supporting churches from across North America. We will walk through an overview of What is the cohort, and what to expect and then I will walk through each topic that we will cover in the 6 months we will be meeting. For full show notes go to Hopemadestrong.org/episode70 FREE DOWNLOAD - Click HERE to get "Making the case for Care Ministry and offering 5 ways Care Ministry will strengthen your church" You can use this to gain buy-in from your board or executive team

Nicole Bowman has always had a heart for vulnerable children, but she never saw where this path would take her.After a long journey with infertility, she and her husband decided to take the leap into foster care. Today, Nicole and her husband have two beautiful adopted children that they get to love every day for the rest of their lives. When their license closed, you'd think that would have been the end of their journey, but that's not how foster care works. Today, Nicole spends her time invested in an amazing ministry she founded called Foster Our Community. This ministry supports foster, adoptive, and kinship families in many ways, and it is making major waves in our local community. Not called to foster? That ok; not everyone is, but we are all called to be the hands and feet. Listen today to hear Nicole's story and be impacted by how God can use our trials for beauty.Episode Highlights: Nicole's story.Navigating the dance of foster care.The importance of support in foster care.Nicole's solution to creating support for the foster community.More on Guest:Follow Foster Our Community HEREVisit Foster Our Community Website HEREMore on The Millennial Mission/Links Mentioned in Episode:Follow us on IG: @bethanyandcoreySign Up for exclusive discounts, benefits, and top secret info only our podcast listeners get!www.millennialmission.coPress Inquiries/Contact: bethany@millennialmission.co