Podcast appearances and mentions of Hope International

FranBridge is led by its Founder, Jon Ostenson, a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and a frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he can commit over 90% of his time to helping others achieve their dreams of freedom and wealth generation through business ownership.Before FranBridge, Jon was the President of ShelfGenie, a national franchise system with 200 locations. Before he had his start in franchising with ShelfGenie, Jon spent 15 years in the corporate world, most recently as the Vice President of Sales for Carter's Inc., responsible for over $350M in annual sales. Jon began his career as a Consultant with Accenture, often working internationally on behalf of clients. Jon serves on the Board of the Entrepreneurs Organization and is active in supporting charitable organizations such as Growing Leaders and Hope International. Jon has BBA and MBA degrees from the University of Georgia and lives in Atlanta, where he and his wife, Jenny, have 3 children and are very active in the community.Connect with Jon Ostenson:Website: https://franbridgeconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonostenson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JonOstenson1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jon_Ostenson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JonOstensonFBC TurnKey Podcast Productions Important Links:Guest to Gold Video Series: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/gold The Ultimate Podcast Launch Formula- www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/UPLFplusFREE workshop on how to "Be A Great Guest."Free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Ready to earn 6-figures with your podcast? See if you've got what it takes at TurnkeyPodcast.com/quizSales Training for Podcasters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sales-training-for-podcasters/id1540644376Nice Guys on Business: http://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/subscribe/The Turnkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turnkey-podcast/id1485077152

When leaders let go of image management and embrace authenticity, transformation follows. In this powerful conversation, Peter Greer, President and CEO of HOPE International, shares honest insights on identity, humility, and what it means to lead with faith and integrity. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/445petergreer 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

Jesse and Krista Casler have a deep understanding of the currency exchange between earthly dollars and treasure in Heaven. Jesse is the Chief Operating Officer of Hope International, having served Hope over the last 20 years. Together, Jesse and Krista have allowed generosity to touch nearly every part of their lives. Their stories touch on many aspects of the generous life, from financial accountability to foster care and generosity of the home to donor advised funds and charitable bunching. But above all, their lives are marked by a deep joy in everything that they do.   Major Topics Include: Their unique foundations for faith and generosity How they met and began their careers The mission, programs, and story of Hope International  Stories of God using Hope to change lives Misconceptions about addressing poverty Four domains of generosity impact—personal, spiritual, social, and material Approaching financial discussions together as a joyful challenge Tips for starting a financial accountability group Generosity through foster care Thoughts for people in ministry who want to be givers Participating in the “year of Jubilee” principles in a modern context When to give from the perspective of a nonprofit How to scheme with God QUOTES TO REMEMBER Jesse: “Sometimes when we think about poverty, we think about material things like not having enough money. But for some people, poverty is also aloneness.” Jesse: “How can I save as much money as possible and put it to good use to create even more so that I can be generous with the world?” Krista: “Being raised in a pastor's household, we were very conscious of how our money was spent, but at the same time, living in generous ways.” Krista: “If a group of individuals living in great poverty, all of whom are blind or visually impaired, can talk about their capacity for saving and giving, how can I not also have some capacity for saving and giving?” Jesse: “There's a role for regular giving that keeps an organization moving, but it can be really impactful when a larger gift can be given to start something new or catalyze something in a much bigger direction.” Jesse: “No matter what your salary is, you can create distance between income and expense. And decisions you make about your expenses become your engine for saving, investing, and giving.” Jesse: “When we turn 50, what if we gave away 10% of our net worth, just our income in that year?” Krista: “There's joy and fun when you're being creative in giving. Even in a season when you don't have much money, you can ask God to help you use what you've got.” Krista: “There's joy in looking at a giving opportunity as a creative challenge to scheme with God.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Hope International (see our interview with founder, Jeff Rutt or CEO, Peter Greer) Alisa Hoober, on Creating a Strong Family Culture of Generosity and Mission (see our past interview here) National Christian Foundation (see our interview with President Emeritus, David Wills) Two Men with Money by Tim Keller The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebookand LinkedIn.

Health & Wellness In Focus Episode #19 – Coping With Grief & Loss: “Light in Your Valley”
Host: Dr. Bryan Hudson | Guest: Dr. Stephen E. Gardner Program Summary Dr. Gardner’s links: LinkedIN, www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-e-gardner-edd-ma-ct-6823b4b Everyday Consulting, www.everydayconsulting.org Crown of Hope International. www.crownofhope.org In this insightful episode of Health & Wellness In Focus, Dr. Bryan Hudson interviews Dr. Stephen E. Gardner—a pastor, theologist, veteran advocate, transformational coach, and independent scholar—on the theme “Coping With Grief & Loss: Light in Your Valley.” Key Highlights: 1. The Multifaceted Nature of Dr. Gardner’s Work: Dr. Gardner views his roles beyond the pulpit, engaging with the community on issues like death, loss, and personal transformation. His work with veterans especially involves shifting from post-traumatic stress to post-traumatic growth. 2. Understanding Grief Beyond Death: Loss includes not only death but also life transitions like job loss, shifting beliefs, or health setbacks. Grief is both emotional and neurological—highlighted by Dr. Gardner’s recommended book The Grieving Brain by Mary-Frances O’Connor. 3. The Four Tasks of Mourning (based on Dr. William Worden): Accept the Reality of the Loss – Acknowledge what has happened, even if heart and mind aren’t in sync. Process the Pain of Grief – Embrace emotions like guilt and sadness without rushing to “move on.” Adjust to a World Without the Deceased – Including identity changes, especially for spouses or long-term caregivers. Find a Way to Maintain Connection While Moving Forward – Through legacy, memory, or service. 4. Harmful Coping Practices: Telling people to “snap out of it” is unhelpful and often stems from discomfort or fear. Over-spiritualizing grief or using shallow platitudes can invalidate real feelings. 5. Integrating Faith with Mental Health: Faith is essential but must be paired with informed mental health practices. Spiritual responses should not replace therapy or professional help. Ministry of presence—being there without words—is often more healing than scripture alone. 6. Cultural Competence in Counseling: One-size-fits-all approaches fail across cultural lines. Dr. Gardner advocates for respectful, “user-centered” care that adapts to clients’ cultural and spiritual contexts. Professionals should ask: “How can I help you in a way that respects your culture?” 7. Encouraging Mental Health Careers: There's a great need for more culturally competent professionals, particularly from underrepresented communities. Churches and pastors should present these fields as mission and kingdom work. 8. Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health: Many avoid counseling due to fear of judgment or appearing “broken.” Seeking help should be normalized like seeing a doctor for a broken arm. 9. The Power of Meaning-Making: Healing accelerates when people can find purpose or meaning in their loss. Dr. Gardner shared his personal story of losing his mother at 18 and how he found strength through understanding her legacy and completing his life mission. Final Thoughts: Dr. Gardner stresses the importance of community, competent care, and courageous vulnerability when facing grief. Pastor Hudson reinforces that churches should be wellness hubs that connect people to the full range of care they need. Viewers and listeners are encouraged to share the episode to help others who may be experiencing grief or loss.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Cerna from the Accord Network and Elli Oswald from the Faith to Action Initiative to talk about what happens when faith-based nonprofits face major funding cuts.  Spoiler: it's tough.  From staff layoffs to shifting American opinions on international engagement, Michael and Elli share the hard realities—and the hope. We get real about working with the government, why accountability matters, and how churches can step up.  Plus, Michael and Elli share their perspectives on how young leaders and global communities are sparking change in powerful ways. This episode is honest, eye-opening, and full of practical wisdom for anyone in the nonprofit or ministry world. Read more from Michael Cerna/The ACCORD network: Michael Cerna | Faith, Funding, and Foreign Aid:  https://www.nae.org/michael-cerna-relief-development-faith-government-funding-usaid-todays-conversation-podcast/ Read about how one organization in Faith to Action's network is being impacted: https://wng.org/roundups/the-usaid-closure-leaves-a-vacuum-what-will-fill-it-1740694625  Bio: Michael Cerna: Michael Cerna serves as CEO of Accord Network, a coalition of over 150 Christian organizations dedicated to global relief and development. Prior to leading the Accord Network, Cerna served in strategic and partnership roles at HOPE International, Mission: Hope, and Renew Outreach. He also previously worked at McKinsey & Company and holds a master's degree in International Management from Kennesaw State University.   Elli Oswald: Elli Oswald is the Executive Director of the Faith to Action Initiative. Before this role, she served as Director of Mission and Outreach at Bethany Community Church in Seattle. Elli also served as the Children in Crisis Research and Communications Coordinator for World Vision International's Child Development and Rights Technical Team, specializing in community-based care for children deprived of parental care. She has a B.A. from Pepperdine University and an M.A. in Cross Cultural Studies and International Development from Fuller Theological Seminary. —-- The Better Samaritan podcast is produced by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College, which offers an M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership and a Trauma Certificate. To learn more and apply, visit our website. Jamie Aten, Ph.D., and Kent Annan, M.Div., co-direct the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College and are the Co-Founders of Spiritual First Aid. This episode was produced by WildfireCreative  Theme Song: “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter:  @drjamieaten |  @kentannan Follow on Instagram: @wildfirecreativeco @wheaton_hdi (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll host Evangelicals, and sometimes we won't. Learning how to “do good, better” involves listening to many perspectives with different insights and understanding. Sometimes, it will make us uncomfortable; sometimes, we'll agree, and sometimes, we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction–especially in our blind spots.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter Greer is the President and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization that operates in 27 countries. Under Peter's leadership, HOPE has grown significantly in scope and influence, investing in the dreams of underserved entrepreneurs around the world. He's also a prolific author with more than 15 books to his name, including Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, and his latest, Lead with Prayer. A Harvard Kennedy School grad and a sought-after speaker, Peter combines nonprofit leadership with business insights to fuel a global movement of Christ-centered empowerment and economic justice. Peter joins us to discuss the importance of prayer in leadership and life—especially in light of the wisdom he's gathered in co-authoring Lead with Prayer alongside Cameron Doolittle and Ryan Skoog. In this transparent conversation, Peter reflects on how his own spiritual practices have changed over the years, the challenges of truly collaborative leadership, and why prayer isn't something to squeeze into our schedules—it should be the foundation. “Most leaders today must think they're busier than Jesus—because most are spending less time in prayer, not more.” - Peter Greer “Not organization building, but movement making—that's where the exciting work is happening right now.” - Peter Greer “I've written everything not as an expert, but as a practitioner still learning what it means to live open-handed.” - Peter Greer This Week on The Wow Factor: How Peter's journey from studying international business in Moscow led him to microenterprise and missional work The mission and growth of HOPE International, and how it supports entrepreneurs in over two dozen countries The story behind Lead with Prayer and what inspired Peter and his co-authors to dig deep into leaders' prayer lives Why prayer often decreases as leadership responsibilities increase—and how to flip that script What we can learn from Johnny Erickson Tada about suffering, gratitude, and deeper intimacy with God Terry Looper's sacred pace and how “getting to neutral” helps him make decisions grounded in spiritual discernment The ripple effect of prayer and why we should pray bigger, bolder, multi-generational prayers Practical ways to integrate prayer into your everyday life—like prayer by association and “wasting time with God” How fasting, digital detoxing, and physical posture can deepen your spiritual walk Lessons from the Moravian prayer movement and how a small community's prayers changed the world Peter Greer's Word of Wisdom: Try new things. Let go of what doesn't serve you and hold tight to the prayer rhythms that draw you closer to God. The goal isn't perfection—it's presence. Connect with Peter Greer:  HOPE International Website Peters Website Peter's Book - Lead With Prayer Peter's Instagram Peter's LinkedIn Peter's Facebook Peter's X Connect with The Wow Factor:  WOW Factor Website  Brad Formsma on LinkedIn   Brad Formsma on Instagram   Brad Formsma on Facebook   X (formerly Twitter)  

Here's what to expect on the podcast:JoAnna's turning point in breaking free from abuse.How JoAnna transformed her trauma into advocacy work.Encouragement for those still in unsafe situations.The importance of seeking support and understanding domestic violence dynamics.Court system and co-parenting challenges.And much more! About JoAnna:JoAnna Baanana is a dedicated advocate and voice for survivors of domestic violence. After experiencing domestic violence firsthand and becoming a client of Safe Futures in Southeastern Connecticut, she transformed her journey into a mission to support others.Joanna a founding member of the VOICES Committee for The Center for Safe Futures and serves on the Advisory Board of Connecticut Protective Moms, where she works to bring about change for women and children in need. Certified as a Domestic Violence Crisis Counselor, she is committed to raising awareness and providing support. She also shares her story through her weekly blog her column at BizCatalyst360°, and is currently editing her first book, a memoir set to publish in 2025. Connect with JoAnna Baanana!Website: https://obriencg.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannabaananaLinkTree: https://linktr.ee/joanna_baananaAlliance for Hope International: https://www.allianceforhope.com/Domestic Shelter: https://www.domesticshelters.org/The Purple Leash Project: https://www.purina.com/purple-leash-projectNational Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or https://www.thehotline.org/----- If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor, BetterHelp.Visit https://betterhelp.com/candicesnyder for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy.*This is a paid promotionIf you are in the United States and in crisis or any other person may be in danger -Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Dial 988----- Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdrPassion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxation

Peter Greer is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization. With experience in microfinance across Africa and Asia, he holds degrees from Messiah University and Harvard. Passionate about serving entrepreneurs, he has co-authored over 10 books on faith, leadership, and poverty alleviation. He lives in Lancaster, PA, with his wife and children. To learn more about the podcast or access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com. Today's episode is brought to you by Red Letter Living, particularly our newest 40-day book and sermon series called Giving Challenge. This Fall, on October 5, 2025, we are launching this new 40-day series worldwide, and we'd love for your church to get in. To find out more information, to join the first wave, to order some books, and stay up-to-date, visit www.redlettergiving.com. This 40-day challenge will inspire generosity in your church, and it is well worth your investment. Disciples of Jesus are generous and this book will feature how each one of us can become generous like Jesus. Along with the books come a sermon series, a small group series, kids books, weekly kids Sunday School or kids church curriculum, graphics, and so much more. All of it is available, get in now, at www.redlettergiving.com and let this Fall be the season where the generosity of Jesus is unleashed in your church!Resources mentioned in the episode: Hope InternationalEp 28 Red Letter Disciple Podcast Dr. Brain Fickert: When Helping Hurts Rooting for Rivals by Peter GreerScarcity Brain by Michael Easter Key insights from the episode: We invest in the dreams of people as we proclaim the good news of Jesus. - Peter GreerBusiness and finance are incredibly important tools in helping communities break the cycle of poverty. - Peter GreerBusiness requires extreme creativity. - Zach ZehnderPoverty isolates us, so our answer is community. - Peter GreerWe have loaned out 1.8 billion dollars and have a 98% repayment rate. - Peter GreerYou wanna know how to destroy joy? Become obsessed with comparison. - Peter GreerThere's still a rival, but it is not among Christian sisters and brothers. - Peter GreerYour success does not come at my expense. - Peter GreerThe way we make decisions is what is best for the collective Christian movement, not our company itself. - Peter GreerPeter Greer's Challenge: Read John 17 and go actively find ways of living that out! Are you following Jesus? Many want to be greater followers of Jesus but don't know how. We extensively studied everything Jesus commanded of us and located five key targets to which Jesus invited His followers. The five targets are Being, Forgiving, Serving, Giving, and Going.In partnership with LifeWay Research, we created a Red Letter Challenge Assessment that will measure you according to these five targets. And the best news of all: it's free! You will receive your results immediately and be presented with the next steps to help you become an even greater follower of Jesus.You can take the FREE Red Letter Challenge Assessment here. This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Find out more at https://franbridgeconsulting.com/FranBridge is led by its Founder, Jon Ostenson, a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit over 90% of his time to helping others achieve their own dreams of freedom and wealth generation through business ownership.Prior to FranBridge, Jon was the President of ShelfGenie, a national franchise system with 200 locations. Before he had his start in franchising with ShelfGenie, Jon spent 15 years in the corporate world, most recently as the Vice President of Sales for Carter's Inc., responsible for over $350M in annual sales. Jon began his career as a Consultant with Accenture, often working Internationally on behalf of clients. Jon serves on the Board of the Entrepreneurs Organization and is active in supporting charitable organizations such as Growing Leaders and Hope International. Jon has BBA and MBA degrees from the University of Georgia and lives in Atlanta where he and his wife, Jenny, have 3 children and are very active in the community.Our Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com* Check out Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/tmf* Check out Moorings: https://moorings.com* Check out Trust & Will: https://trustandwill.com/TRAVIS* Check out Warby Parker: https://warbyparker.com/travisAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Alisa Hoober has been connected with Hope International since her elementary school years. During that time, her family and church began partnering with a sister church in Ukraine, which laid the groundwork for Hope's mission today. Through family trips abroad and a strong foundation of biblical values, Alisa was raised in a culture that emphasized stewardship, generosity, and contentment.   Alisa Hoober has been connected with Hope International since her elementary school years. During that time, her family and church began partnering with a sister church in Ukraine, which laid the groundwork for Hope's mission today. Through family trips abroad and a strong foundation of biblical values, Alisa was raised in a culture that emphasized stewardship, generosity, and contentment.   As an adult, Alisa spent 10 years on Hope International staff before transitioning to spend more time with her young children. Currently, Alisa serves on several boards, including that of Hope International, and is actively involved in the generosity community alongside her husband. She has valuable insights to share about finding one's calling, establishing priorities, raising generous children, and setting a financial finish line.   Major Topics Include: Learning and teaching the principles of “Earn, Save, and Give” Growing in generosity as a couple Intentionally raising children in a culture of generosity Balancing motherhood with other meaningful passions Practicing generosity through hospitality Practical tips for traveling to the nations with children How to know where God has you right now When to say yes to something new and the self-care of saying no The challenge of raising kids with a heart of contentment in a world of consumerism QUOTES TO REMEMBER “How can we be generous with our whole selves?” “Generosity can be huge and generosity can be really simple.” “When we can learn from each other and spur each other on in living generously and giving cheerfully, we all are better for that and grow from it.” “The best way to figure out how to be a good steward is to ask the Owner.” “It's a calling to love God, to love others, and to live generously.” “When we practice generosity, we see growth.” “The joy of giving is contagious.” “At the root is a heart of contentment.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Hope International (see our interview with founder, Jeff Rutt or CEO, Peter Greer) Tomorrow Clubs Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World by Kristen Welch Julie Wilson, President of Women Doing Well (see our past interview here) Journey to Generosity (JoG) with Generous Giving (see our interviews with cofounder, Todd Harper and CEO, April Chapman) I Like Giving The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group BIBLE REFERENCES FROM THE SHOW Matthew 6:19-21 | Treasures in Heaven Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebookand LinkedIn.

How to “leave the phone off the hook” to commune with God while you work, how to move from duty to delight in prayer, why I plan on showing up to meetings 5 minutes early from now on.Links Mentioned:Peter GreerPeter Greer on XPeter Greer on InstagramPeter Greer on LinkedInPeter Greer on FacebookHope InternationalLead with Prayer: The Spiritual Habits of World-Changing LeadersLead with PrayerLead with Prayer ToolsRyan Skoog on LinkedInCameron Doolittle on LinkedInJill Heisey on LinkedInTimothy Keller BooksThe Practice of the Presence of GodJordan RaynorJordan Raynor Books

In this episode Richard talks with Becca Spradlin. She is the founder of On Mission Advisors, specializes in executive facilitation, organizational assessment, strategy design, execution, and change management. Becca started On Mission to help Christian business and nonprofit leaders define, protect, and champion what matters most in light of eternity. She has facilitated workshops, strategy design, and evaluations of businesses and nonprofits across five continents. She is certified in change management, adult learning, and human-centered design. She holds a master's degree in applied economics from Johns Hopkins University and undergraduate degrees in business and communications from Grove City College. She is the author of Lead On Mission: Advance Faith at Work. Avoid Mission Drift. Build a Legacy of Eternal Impact. She also coauthored the Mission True Workbook with the authors of Mission Drift. She served as a research fellow at Seattle Pacific University's Center for Faithful Business, researching faith cultivation and drift in Christian-led businesses. She writes and speaks on how companies can define and align their firms around faith and avoid drift. Becca lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with her husband and three daughters. Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/VZ-peJdh_NU CONNECT WITH BECCA: Learn more about the book, Lead On Mission. Advance Faith at Work. Avoid Mission Drift. Build a Legacy of Eternal Impact., at www.leadonmissionbook.com.   Purchase a copy of Lead On Mission and the Lead On Mission Workbook. Learn more about On Mission at www.onmissionadvisors.com. Connect with Becca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bspradlin/  and follow On Mission Advisors https://www.linkedin.com/company/on-mission-advisors/. HOPE International: www.hopeinternational.org  DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Registration is now open for Richard's seminar at the Cove March 24-26, 2025. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard's latest blog here.

Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit over 90% of his time to helping others achieve their own dreams of freedom and wealth generation through business ownership. Prior to FranBridge, Jon was the President of ShelfGenie, a national franchise system with 200 locations. Before he had his start in franchising with ShelfGenie, Jon spent 15 years in the corporate world, most recently as the Vice President of Sales for Carter's Inc., responsible for over $350M in annual sales. Jon began his career as a Consultant with Accenture, often working Internationally on behalf of clients. Jon serves on the Board of the Entrepreneurs Organization and is active in supporting charitable organizations such as Growing Leaders and Hope International. Jon has BBA and MBA degrees from the University of Georgia and lives in Atlanta where he and his wife, Jenny, have 3 children and are very active in the community.   Want to Support the Show? Well we'd love for you to join our Patreon Group!  What's in it for you?  Well you'll instantly get a scheduled call from Austin, where he'll help you with your current or future business... Sign-Up Now at millionaire-interviews.com/patreon.

In Episode 160, we are recasting our interview with Peter Greer, President/CEO of HOPE International and former Messiah College footballer, who talked with Paul and Phil about his path from Messiah College to alleviating poverty with Hope International, how he built in accountability to ensure that he puts his family first, why it is so important to be grateful for everything and entitled to nothing, some of the great lessons he learned from his coaches and teammates at Messiah, how he is using those lessons in his collaborative work with Hope, the need for us to be kind to referees (and why it matters), why we need more grace and less judgment in our sports and the rest of the world, team vs. individual, rooting for our rivals, not settling for mediocrity, and much more. Specifically, Peter discusses: ·       His personal story, including how he grew his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today (4:13) ·       His work with HOPE Int'l and how HOPE is working to alleviate poverty around the world (7:14) ·       His personal why/mission statement and how he is living it out (11:13) ·       Why his wife has Peter's resignation letter from Hope Int'l and what he is doing to ensure she doesn't send it (13:45) ·       The Messiah Method and how Peter's experienced it and lived it out during his college years and beyond (17:47) ·       How he saw the Messiah program building toward the run of National Championships while he was playing there (22:38) ·       How he is using the lessons he learned at Messiah in his work with HOPE Int'l (26:13) ·       How he uses lessons learned from soccer in his collaborative projects around the world (33:01) ·       A couple soccer analogies that Peter uses in his life regularly (37:12) ·       Why we need more grace than judgment in our world – and yes, that includes with referees (40:37) ·       Defining moments in his life and how they impacted his life and leadership (44:55) ·       Some of the great coaches he has played for and a couple whose leadership stick out above the rest, and what he learned from those great coaches (50:17) ·       His thoughts on the current state of US Soccer, and what we can do about it (55:26) ·       How he has used lessons learned from sports in his marriage and parenting (1:01:31) ·       His podcast recommendation (1:03:30) Resources and Links from this Episode ·       HOPE International Website ·       Rooting for Rivals: How Collaboration and Generosity Increase the Impact of Leaders, Charities, and Churches, by Peter Greer ·       The Messiah Method: The Seven Disciplines of the Winningest College Soccer Program in America, by Michael Zigarelli ·       Uncut Video of the Episode ·       HSEL Facebook Group ·       Warrior Way Soccer ·       Coaching the Bigger Game Program ·       Phil's email for DISC Training

Host Jonathan Pitts sits down with Peter Greer, President & CEO of HOPE International, a Christ-centered economic development organization working across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. With a career spanning micro finance in Cambodia and Zimbabwe, to leading a bank in Rwanda and authoring multiple influential books – including Mission Drift and Lead with Prayer – Peter shares powerful lessons on leadership, faith, and perseverance.   Together, Jonathan and Peter unpack the importance of cultivating personal and organizational prayer and how intentional prayer changes lives, teams, and culture. Peter also shares practical tools and insights from his new book, revealing how leaders can prioritize prayer amidst the demands of modern leadership. Tune in to learn how reconnecting with prayer can impact your work, mission, and life.

10.20.24 | Peter Greer

In this episode of The Better Samaritan Podcast, Kent and Jamie chat with Michael Cerna, CEO of the Accord Network, about the balance between innovation and relationships in the Christian relief sector. Michael shares his journey from Hope International to leading over 100 organizations, offering insights on how to drive progress without losing trust and collaboration. Michael discusses the challenges of moving from a high-pressure consulting role to Christian development work, including burnout, resilience, and the importance of self-care. His candid reflections provide valuable lessons on setting boundaries and building supportive leadership for a sustainable career. We also explore how diversity fuels innovation within the Accord Network's 120 member organizations. Michael explains how embracing different perspectives can lead to transformative change, even when consensus is challenging. This conversation highlights the beauty of collaboration across differences, reflecting the kingdom of God as we all strive to be better Samaritans in our communities. Bio: Michael Cerna is the CEO of Accord Network. He recently left his role as Director of Partnership Strategy with HOPE International. His journey in the Christian Relief & Development sector began with a research position in the West Bank and Palestinian territories before spending time with McKinsey & Company, a global management firm. Those experiences and the previous decade in this sector have helped Michael fulfill his passion for assisting faith-based NGOs to become more collaborative, effective ministries for God's Kingdom. Resources: Accord Network Spiritual First Aid Download your free copy of our Called to Serve: Navigating Your Christian Vocation in Humanitarian, Disaster, and Development Work e-book, which includes articles full of practical advice, insight, and encouragement. Each of the three sections concludes with thought-provoking questions and a prayer. We hope this e-book informs and guides you toward reflection, prayer, and next steps.  ------------ This episode was produced by WildfireCreative  Theme Song: “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter:  @drjamieaten |  @kentannan Follow on Instagram: @wildfirecreativeco @wheaton_hdi (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll host Evangelicals, and sometimes we won't. Learning how to “do good, better” involves listening to many perspectives with different insights and understanding. Sometimes, it will make us uncomfortable; sometimes, we'll agree, and sometimes, we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction–especially in our blind spots.) The Better Samaritan podcast is produced by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College, which offers an M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership and a Trauma Certificate. To learn more and apply, visit our website. Jamie Aten, Ph.D., and Kent Annan, M.Div., co-direct the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College and are the Co-Founders of Spiritual First Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your host, Eric Dunuvant, and co-host Christopher Callahan interview Peter Greer, the President and CEO of HOPE International.They discuss the balance between professional responsibilities and personal life, focusing on family and spiritual well-being. Peter shares insights from his work with HOPE International and personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing family and prayer in leadership. The conversation covers setting boundaries, the significance of the Sabbath, and the challenges of multitasking. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to evaluate their priorities, set boundaries, and cultivate a deeper relationship with God through prayer for holistic success.To learn more about Peter's work, click HERE and HERE.If you'd like to be a guest on the Kingdom ROI: Return on Intention podcast, click HERE.

Are you satisfied with your prayer life? In this week's episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott sit down with returning guest Peter Greer to talk about prayer. They discuss the importance of prayer, why it is so hard but vital to prioritize in ministry, and prayer lessons from some of the top ministry leaders. Peter Greer is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. He has also written a number of books including "Mission Drift" and most recently "Lead With Prayer". Get free prayer tools at the Lead With Prayer website. Want to start reading the Puritans but don't know where to begin? Their Puritan Treasures for Today series from Reformation Heritage Books makes the works of classic writers like John Owen and Jeremiah Burroughs accessible for modern readers. As a thank you for their partnership with ABWE, Reformation Heritage Books is providing a special discount code. We extend our gratitude to RHB for their support. Learn more at heritagebooks.org/PuritanTreasures, and you can use the code MISSIONSPOD if you order. This week's Overtime episode for Premium Subscribers focuses on the specific ways missionaries can utilize and prioritize prayer amid the challenges of cross-cultural ministry. Get access to that episode by becoming a Premium Subscriber at missionspodcast.com/premium. Do you love The Missions Podcast? Have you been blessed by the show? Then become a Premium Subscriber! Premium Subscribers get access to: Exclusive bonus content A community Signal thread with other listeners and the hosts Invite-only webinars A free gift! Support The Missions Podcast and sign up to be a Premium Subscriber at missionspodcast.com/premium The Missions Podcast is powered by ABWE. Learn more and take your next step in the Great Commission at abwe.org. Want to ask a question or suggest a topic? Email alex@missionspodcast.com.

Jakob King leads a Q & A with an organization called Family Hope International, focusing on the impact of FHI and how ECC can be a support to Christians in other nations.

Today we sit down with Peter Greer, President and CEO of HOPE International, to unpack the revolutionary insights from his new book, "Lead with Prayer."

This week, we revisit our conversation with Peter Greer. Peter is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Prior to joining HOPE, Peter worked internationally as a microfinance adviser in Cambodia and Zimbabwe and as managing director for Urwego Bank in Rwanda. He received a B.S. in international business from Messiah University and an MPP in political and economic development from Harvard's Kennedy School.  Peter's favorite part of his job is spending time with the entrepreneurs HOPE serves—whether harvesting coffee with farmers in Rwanda, dancing alongside savings groups in Haiti, or visiting the greenhouses of entrepreneurs in Ukraine. As an advocate for the Church's role in missions and alleviating extreme poverty, Peter has co-authored over 10 books, including Mission Drift (selected as a 2015 Book Award Winner from Christianity Today), Rooting for Rivals (selected as a 2019 Leadership Resource of the Year in Outreach magazine), The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good (selected as one of the top 40 books on poverty by WORLD magazine) and Created to Flourish (which his mom reviewed with five stars and a smiley face emoji).  More important than his role at HOPE is his role as husband to Laurel and dad to Keith, Liliana, Myles, and London. While his sports loyalties remain in New England, Peter and his family live in Lancaster, PA.

In this episode of Capital Hacking, host Josh McAllen interviews Jeff Rutt, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Hope International. Jeff shares his journey from a dairy farm to building homes and empowering individuals through microloans. He discusses the concept of "Toxic Charity" and highlights the impact of providing loans that lead to dignity and sustainability. Jeff encourages listeners to pray, get involved, and support Hope International financially. He also mentions the opportunity to join preset trips to witness the organization's work firsthand. Jeff's dedication to making a positive impact inspires listeners to contribute to changing lives globally.Ultimate Shownotes:[01:10] - Jeff Rudd's Background and Journey from Dairy Farming to Home Building[02:05] - Introduction to Hope International and Toxic Charity Concept[05:22] - Keystone Custom Homes Overview[11:30] - Process of Building a Neighborhood[16:38] - Comparison of Keystone Custom Homes with Public Builders[20:36] - Discussion on Hope International and Empowering Communities[25:29] - Impact of Hope International and Invitation for Support[32:14] - Personal Stories of Charity Work and Impact[35:38] - Ways to Get Involved with Hope International[40:15] - Information on Upcoming Events and Trips with Hope InternationalTurn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

As we conclude our Summer Psalms series, we see that the Psalms end with a great climax of praise to God for his greatness. We recognize how His greatness is passed on from generation to generation as we hear from our friend Musa Jospeh of Christ's Hope International. But, above all we see that God in his greatness chooses to pour out his grace for us in Jesus that we might extend that grace to others.

How do prayer and leadership relate to each other? Looking at the lives of some leaders, it seems like prayer is incidental to leadership at best. For others, it's a personal priority that doesn't seem to impact leadership in any obvious way. For still others, prayer is like an on-ramp, preparatory for the work of leadership but largely left behind when the leading begins.  What does Christian leadership that is deeply rooted in a life of communion with God look like? I'll be talking about this today with Peter Greer, one of the authors of Lead With Prayer.  Peter Greer, is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Under Peter's leadership, HOPE has expanded from working in two to over twenty countries and served over 2.5 million families. Prior to joining HOPE, Peter worked in Cambodia, Zimbabwe, and Rwanda. He has co-authored 15 books, including Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, The Gift of Disillusionment, and The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good.____________________________________________________Connect with Alan on LinkedIn or learn more about Unhurried Living programs on their website. Learn more about Unhurried Leaders membership. 

Where have you seen God's hand in your life to transform your life or others?In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, Creek, and Sarah discuss:Transitioning from being a lukewarm Christian living a selfish life to living a God-led generous life.Wrestling with God and letting Him lead you where He wants you to go.Appreciating all things God has given us and understanding where everything comes from.With Jesus, all things are possible so turn it all over to Him.  Key Takeaways:Falling apart as a couple is a choice. Focusing on each other and on Jesus in times of struggle will change you and bring you together if you let it.God will show up in the lowest of times and the meekest of areas.Passion grows when you know the purpose behind the profit.Don't hold on to the stuff - the bitterness and grudges. Give each other grace in all things.There is nothing that feels like giving. You will find peace, satisfaction, and all the feel good emotions when you're giving.  "We want Jesus at the heart of everything we're doing. We've drank the good water,  we've seen the light, we've felt the fire, and we realize that He makes all the right decisions. We want Him at the helm of everything. We put Him at the head of our business, we put Him at the head of our household, we put Him at the head of our finances, He can have it all because I trust Him 100% with His decisions." —  Creek Stewart Episode References:HOPE InternationalGospel PatronsFat Guys in the Woods ClipsSOS: How to Survive Clips About Creek Stewart:Creek is a world-renowned Survival Instructor.  He is the exclusive in-house and on-camera Survival Expert for The Weather Channel.  Creek is also the host of SOS: HOW TO SURVIVE on The Weather Channel.  SOS: How to Survive presents gripping, true stories about people who find themselves in unexpected life-and-death battles with the elements. Creek and his team show viewers innovative skills that teach how to survive in a vast array of climates and terrain.Creek is the author of over 14 different survival manuals, including the  Amazon.com best-seller, Build the Perfect Bug Out Bag.  He is also the owner of various survival and outdoor-related businesses.  Among those is  APOCABOX, a bi-monthly survival subscription box that ships to 1000s of loyal subscribers every other month.Creek has given a TEDxTalk, and has been the keynote speaker at the National Boy Scout Jamboree (50,000 attendees).  In 2015, CR///EK  was presented with the NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award (NOESA) by the Boy Scouts of America. The NOESA is a prestigious recognition bestowed upon Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or national level. About Sarah Stewart:Sarah Stewart has over 20 years of marketing experience working with clients ranging from local nonprofits to internationally recognized brands.  She is currently the in-house Creative Director for their family businesses, including CustomBannerLab.com, APOCABOX, GRYS Skin, and the Creek Stewart ThunderCrow Brand.  Her greatest accomplishments are her three children, River (9), Lakelyn (5), and Primrose. Connect with Creek and Sarah Stewart:Brands/Businesses Owned and Operated by the Stewart Familycreekstewart.comcustombannerlab.com (a percentage of sales each month are donated to HOPE International from this business)grysskin.commyapocabox.comdropstonepress.comoutdoorcore.comsurvivalskillofhemonth.comwildedibleplantofthemonth.comriverdesigncompany.comwillowhavenoutdoor.comAmazon.com: amazon.com/Creek-Stewart/e/B0076LIRK6 Connect with Jeff Thomas:Website: arkosglobal.comPodcast: generousbusinessowner.comBook: arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdvFacebook: facebook.com/arkosglobalLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisorsYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

On this episode, Peter Greer shares findings from his study of the spiritual disciplines of some of the world's most high-performing Christian leaders. Peter Greer is president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered nonprofit that equips underserved communities with financial tools, including microfinance and savings groups, to break the cycle of poverty. A thought leader in global economic development and a graduate of Harvard's Kennedy School, Peter has co-authored 15 books, including Lead with Prayer, Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, and Created to Flourish.  Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com 

On this episode, Peter Greer shares findings from his study of the spiritual disciplines of some of the world's most high-performing Christian leaders. Peter Greer is president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered nonprofit that equips underserved communities with financial tools, including microfinance and savings groups, to break the cycle of poverty. A thought leader in global economic development and a graduate of Harvard's Kennedy School, Peter has co-authored 15 books, including Lead with Prayer, Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, and Created to Flourish.  Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com 

Our guest is Peter Greer, President and CEO of Hope International, a leading global non-profit organization providing micro finance and financial tools to alleviate poverty in countries around the world. Peter is a best-selling author of 15 books, including his most recent Lead with Prayer: The Spiritual Habits of World Changing Leaders. We discuss leadership, the power of prayer, lessons from leaders and their prayer life, leading a global non-profit, casting vision, and much more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: DIME – DIME Accounting will help you manage HR, accounting, payroll and tax. Find out more at http://dimeaccounting.com. Get back to doing what you love by allowing DIME to be your comprehensive business services company. Helping simplify your business – DIME can pay the bills, record deposits, file taxes, run payroll, keep the books, provide legal advice and more. Visit http://dimeaccounting.com to learn more. And TOUCHPOINT SOFTWARE – a comprehensive CMS software for your church or nonprofit ministry. Find out more at http://touchpointsoftware.com. The TouchPoint Software is designed to help your church create community. The platform includes small group management, volunteer coordination, online and mobile giving options, enhanced communication tools, a Church app, and of course their Database Management Software. Partner today to increase connection and engagement with your congregation. Visit http://touchpointsoftware.com to learn more and set up a FREE demo.

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' host Tommy engages in a profound conversation with Kim Sorrelle, Director at Rays of Hope International and author of Love Is, who shares her inspiring journey of love, loss, and healing. Kim recounts her story of marrying young, facing breast cancer at 47, and the subsequent devastating loss of her husband to pancreatic cancer. Despite these challenges, Kim talks about the power of love, the healing nature of service, and how these experiences led her to understand and express love in its truest form. Throughout the year following her husband's death, Kim embarked on a personal quest to decode the essence of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13, discovering that love transcends beyond emotions to a way of life, embodying patience, kindness, and a lack of record-keeping of wrongs. Kim's journey illustrates how service can be a remarkable healer of grief and how redefining narratives around our experiences can alter our perspective on love and life itself.Episode Highlights:00:22 Introducing Kim Sorrelle: Author and Director of Rays of Hope International02:17 Kim's Personal Battle with Breast Cancer and a Family's Ordeal15:32 A Dream of Comfort and Messages from Beyond19:17 Life After Loss: Moving Forward with Purpose21:35 Finding Healing Through Service: Kim's Work in Haiti25:12 Embarking on a Year of Living Like Jesus25:21 The Deep Dive into Love: A Year-Long Journey26:14 Discovering the True Meaning of Love27:57 A Challenging Month: Love Keeps No Record of Wrongs33:57 Learning to Change the Narrative36:41 The Lasting Impact of a Year Focused on Love43:59 Applying Love in Everyday LifeConnect with Kim:https://www.kimsorrelle.com/Connect with Tommy:https://tommythompson.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommy-thompson-teacher/ https://twitter.com/tommypthompsonhttps://www.instagram.com/author_tommythompson/

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' host Tommy engages in a profound conversation with Kim Sorrelle, Director at Rays of Hope International and author of Love Is, who shares her inspiring journey of love, loss, and healing. Kim recounts her story of marrying young, facing breast cancer at 47, and the subsequent devastating loss of her husband to pancreatic cancer. Despite these challenges, Kim talks about the power of love, the healing nature of service, and how these experiences led her to understand and express love in its truest form. Throughout the year following her husband's death, Kim embarked on a personal quest to decode the essence of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13, discovering that love transcends beyond emotions to a way of life, embodying patience, kindness, and a lack of record-keeping of wrongs. Kim's journey illustrates how service can be a remarkable healer of grief and how redefining narratives around our experiences can alter our perspective on love and life itself.Episode Highlights:00:22 Introducing Kim Sorrelle: Author and Director of Rays of Hope International02:17 Kim's Personal Battle with Breast Cancer and a Family's Ordeal15:32 A Dream of Comfort and Messages from Beyond19:17 Life After Loss: Moving Forward with Purpose21:35 Finding Healing Through Service: Kim's Work in Haiti25:12 Embarking on a Year of Living Like Jesus25:21 The Deep Dive into Love: A Year-Long Journey26:14 Discovering the True Meaning of Love27:57 A Challenging Month: Love Keeps No Record of Wrongs33:57 Learning to Change the Narrative36:41 The Lasting Impact of a Year Focused on Love43:59 Applying Love in Everyday LifeConnect with Kim:https://www.kimsorrelle.com/Connect with Tommy:https://tommythompson.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommy-thompson-teacher/ https://twitter.com/tommypthompsonhttps://www.instagram.com/author_tommythompson/

In the world of business and leadership, amidst the endless tasks, meetings, and decisions, one often wonders: where does prayer fit in? Peter, the president and CEO of Hope International, offers insights into how prayer can not only coexist but also thrive in the heart of leadership.   Peter and Justin sat down and had a transformative conversation that reshaped Peter's approach to prayer. At the heart of Peter's revelation is a reframing of the way he engages in prayer. Rather than viewing prayer as a means to ask for specific outcomes or favors, Peter now sees it as a pathway to deepening his friendship with Jesus.    This shift from transactional to relational prayer has been nothing short of revolutionary for Peter, infusing his life and work with renewed purpose and meaning. Peter's journey was not solely introspective; it was informed by a study of different business leaders and organizations.    Through this exploration, he gained valuable insights into innovative approaches to prayer in the workplace and leadership. They observed that successful leaders were intentional about incorporating prayer into their daily routines, recognizing its transformative power in shaping both personal and professional lives. Unlock actionable insights to enhance your journey as a servant leader by subscribing to our newsletter, Always Provider.     Sign up today at www.clthomasfellowship.org/newsletter.   Learn more about Hope International: https://www.hopeinternational.org/   Thanks for listening. Please leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.

In episode 143, Coffey talks with Neil Katz about how companies utilize fractional leadership.They discuss the distinction between a consultant and a fractional leader; the two types of fractional leaders and their level of control within a business; the typical profile of a fractional leader; how to assess the need for a fractional leader; the cost analysis of employing permanent staff compared to a fractional leader; and the extent of involvement of a fractional leader with a company.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Neil Katz has over 25 years of unparalleled expertise in leading, advising, and consulting C-Suite executives, deftly navigating the intricate terrain of human capital challenges while seamlessly aligning people and business strategies. With a distinguished career spanning diverse industries including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications, and startups, Neil has consistently empowered companies to realize their strategic objectives while optimizing both employee and organizational potential.Currently, Neil spearheads fractional HR consulting and advisory services catering to small to medium-sized enterprises across the United States. Alongside his seasoned team of 15+ consultants, Neil comprehensively understands the nuanced needs of these enterprises, illuminating the transformative value that strategic Human Resources initiatives can bring to the table, yielding tangible, positive outcomes for both people and businesses alike.For the past 15 years, Neil has additionally carved a niche as an esteemed executive coach, providing invaluable guidance to CEOs, Board of Directors, and executive professionals. He derives immense fulfillment from collaborating with individuals and groups, propelling them towards the attainment of their business and career aspirations, and fostering ongoing professional growth and development.Neil's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Texas Lutheran University and an MBA from Amberton University. He has honed his coaching acumen through the prestigious Executive Coaching program at the University of Texas at Dallas and holds an esteemed SRHM certification. A sought-after thought leader, Neil has graced numerous speaking panels, sharing his insights on pivotal topics such as networking, interview navigation, and employee engagement.Outside of his professional endeavors, Neil is deeply committed to philanthropy, serving on the Board of Directors for Hope International, an esteemed adoption agency based in Dallas. He has also lent his expertise to organizations such as Gift of Adoption and Halo Senior Care, embodying his ethos of giving back to the community.Neil Katz can be reached at:https://exceptionalhrsolutions.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/exceptional-hr-solutionshttps://twitter.com/exceptional_hrshttps://www.facebook.com/exceptionalhrShttps://www.instagram.com/exceptional_hr_solutions_/About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.Learning Objectives:1. Understand the difference between consultants and fractional leaders.2. Assess the suitability and cost-effectiveness of fractional leadership for business needs.3. Analyze the benefits and considerations of employing fractional leaders.

The Guys Like Us Podcast is joined with Peter Greer who is the President and CEO of HOPE International. In this episode we discuss all things prayer! In particular, we look at the prayer lives and habits of leaders across the globe. Peter and the extended team find some interesting trends in their research, ones you may not expect! Tune in to hear more about how prayer is rising and changing lives to become more like Christ. As mentioned in the podcast, if you are interested in a virtual and interactive marriage course, visit Restory.Life/Thrive to learn more and join today! Make sure to use code “GLU” to save $20 each month! For more on Peter visit peterkgreer.com and hopeinternational.org. To sign up for the Guys Like Us newsletter for all the recent updates and content, visit www.theguyslikeus.com!

Join Peter Greer, the president and CEO of HOPE International, as he navigates through the qualities of a praying leader and unravels the strategies to cultivate a culture of prayer within our organizations. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/383petergreer 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

Welcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let's step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let's get the good and the gold from today's guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Gathering of the Miami Valley.Jeff Rutt is the CEO and founder of Keystone Custom Homes, a Pennsylvania-based home building company that has built over 8000 homes. Jeff spent his early years growing up on the family farm, which became the focus of the early part of his career. However, after a series of No's from God, Jeff eventually sold the farm and set out on a new path, that would eventually become Keystone Custom Homes.God got Jeff's attention very early in his career, especially in the area of generosity. It wasn't long after starting Keystone that Jeff launched the organization that would become HOPE International. Since inception, HOPE has provided more than $1.5 billion dollars to more than 2.5 million small business owners across 24 countries in the form of microfinance loans in order to empower them to break their own cycle of poverty with the gifts God gave them. Over the years, Jeff has used profits from Keystone to fuel HOPE's mission. However, he took things another step further when he gave away 89% of the ownership of Keystone through the National Christian Foundation.

Leaders have SO much on their plates, that we often don't make time for prayer. After studying extraordinary kingdom leaders, Peter Greer is convinced prayer is one of THE great practices of amazing leaders. Peter shares insights from his book on prayer and highlights the prayer habits of extraordinary leaders. They also explore the obstacles that leaders face in engaging in prayer and the need to prioritize prayer in busy lives. Peter emphasizes the value of wasting time in prayer and the impact it can have on intimacy with God. They discuss the importance of shaping cultures of prayer and offer practical recommendations for personal prayer practices. Instead of just talking about prayer we leave you with a guided prayer time at the end.   About Peter Greer Prior to joining Hope International, Peter worked internationally as a micro-finance advisor in Cambodia, technical advisor for Self-Help Development Foundation in Zimbabwe, and managing director for Urwego Community Bank in Rwanda. He received a B.S. in international business from Messiah College and an MPP from Harvard's Kennedy School. As an advocate for the Church's role in missions and alleviating extreme poverty, Peter has been a speaker at a number of conferences, and he has been featured by Christianity Today, World, Forbes, CNN, and RELEVANT. He has also written The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good (with Anna Haggard, 2013), Mission Drift (with Chris Horst, 2014; selected as a 2015 Book Award Winner from Christianity Today), Entrepreneurship for Human Flourishing (with Chris Horst, 2014), Stop Helping Us (2014), Watching Seeds Grow (with his son Keith, 2014), The Giver and the Gift (with David Weekley, 2015), 40/40 Vision (with Greg Lafferty, 2015), Created to Flourish (with Phil Smith, 2016), The Board and the CEO (with David Weekley, 2017), and Rooting for Rivals (with Chris Horst, 2018).

It is time for Season Four of Next Step Leadership Podcast with Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell. Isn't that hard to believe? Each episode offers audiences a chance to gain information and inspiration. And this week's podcast is one of the best in all the previous three seasons. Peter Greer, author and President & CEO of Hope International, is the Next Step Leadership guest you do not want to miss. Peter's wisdom and compassion offer the example fitting in today's culture. His heart cares deeply for those often forgotten. His intellect brings a perspective desperately needed. Listen to Peter's story – his life as a preacher's kid, his personal spiritual journey, and why he does what he does. Think about ways you can learn from Hope International and carry that type of leadership through your own life. https://www.peterkgreer.com/https://www.peterkgreer.com/books/ 

What role can prayer play in an organization? When it comes to leadership how might we implement prayer as a key practice? In today's episode, we share the stage with our sibling podcast Teach Us To Pray hosted by Jeff Hoffmeyer, Denver Institute's VP of Advancement. For this conversation focused on prayer at an organizational level Jeff interviews Peter Greer, President & CEO of HOPE International about his newly released co-authored book Lead with Prayer: The Spiritual Habits of World-Changing Leaders.   Resources:  Download the episode transcript. If you enjoyed this conversation buy the book Lead with Prayer: The Spiritual Habits of World-Changing Leaders. Looking for even more resources on how to implement some of these prayer practices in your life? Check out the Lead with Prayer website.  

In this episode, Peter Greer and I have a great conversation around the book Lead with Prayer. We dive into the gift that prayer is. We talk through group discernment through listening and prayer, new postures that can aid our prayer life, carrying the culture of prayer, so we can help transform others. We marvel at the joy and hope that comes through suffering and the embodied presence of Jesus with us in the midst of that suffering. Join us as we discover new tools and ways to pray, so that we can experience delight in ways that come through being with Jesus as we pray. Peter Greer is the president and CEO of HOPE International,a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughoutAfrica, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Under Peter's leadership, HOPEhas expanded from working in two to over twenty countries and served over 2.5million families. Prior to joining HOPE, Peter worked in Cambodia, Zimbabwe,and Rwanda. He has co-authored 15 books, including Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, The Gift of Disillusionment, and The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good. His new book, Lead with Prayer is now available.Peter's Book:Lead with PrayerPeter's Recommendation:Creek StewartConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Threads at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/shiftingculturepodcast/https://twitter.com/shiftingcultur2https://www.threads.net/@shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@shiftingculturepodcastConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below.Support the show

Join Host Chaz Wolfe as he interviews Jeff Rutt, a dairy farmer turned home builder who constructs 500 homes a year operating in South Central Pennsylvania, Northern Maryland, and Charlotte, North Carolina. Jeff also started a Christian-centered microfinance organization 'Hope International.' Listen as they delve into business strategies, processing, historical economic downturns, lessons learned, and Jeff's philanthropic efforts. Also, hear how Jeff balances humble confidence with conscious preparation for potential business downturns. Stay tuned to the end where Jeff talks about Hope International and how YOU can get involved.00:00 Introduction00:28 Jeff's Business Background and Journey01:12 The Motivation Behind Jeff's Success02:06 The Importance of Impact and Serving Others02:58 The Dangers of Toxic Charity05:34 The Importance of Regular Accountability and Goal Setting13:50 The Impact of Regular Meetings and Accountability20:31 Navigating Business Challenges and Downturns26:01 The Uncertainty of Future Projections26:19 Strategies for Business Survival and Growth28:31 The Importance of Being Prepared for Economic Downturns31:46 Reflecting on Past Business Decisions32:22 Learning from Past Mistakes and Failures34:55 The Importance of Humility in Success37:13 The Role of Identity in Business Success38:43 The Power of Giving and Legacy43:36 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Future Goals Books and Resources Recommended (Affiliate Links Are Used):Alan Barnhart's Story:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXtlfTpERzIToxic Charity by Robert Lupton:https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062076213?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchazwolf-20&creativeASIN=0062076213&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.300QACPW0EMZ5&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfgatheringthekings_1C46721HEAM65EC1ENWD_asinGood To Great by Jim Collins:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0058DRUV6?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchazwolf-20&creativeASIN=B0058DRUV6&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.300QACPW0EMZ5&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfgatheringthekings_1C46721HEAM65EC1ENWD_asinWhen Helping Hurts by Brian Fikkert:https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802409989?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchazwolf-20&creativeASIN=0802409989&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.300QACPW0EMZ5&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfgatheringthekings_1C46721HEAM65EC1ENWD_asinThe Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1119209595?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchazwolf-20&creativeASIN=1119209595&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.300QACPW0EMZ5&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_d_asinEgo Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015NTIXWE?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchazwolf-20&creativeASIN=B015NTIXWE&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.300QACPW0EMZ5&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfgatheringthekings_1C46721HEAM65EC1ENWD_asinGathering The Kings Full Library of recommendations: https://gatheringthekings.captivate.fm/gtklibrary-amazonLet's Connect!Jeff Rutt:Jeff@keystonecustomehom.comjeff@hopeinternational.org.hopeinternational.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrutt1/https://www.keystonecustomhome.com/about-us/https://www.facebook.com/keystonecustomhomes/https://www.youtube.com/user/KeystoneCustomHomeshttps://www.instagram.com/kchhomes/Chaz Wolfe (Host): Linktree: https://linktr.ee/chazwolfeWebsite: www.gatheringthekings.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chazwolfe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gatheringthekingsInstagram:...

Scripture: Mark 1:1-14 Nina Balmaceda provided the sermon this Sunday. Nina is on the faculty at Duke Divinity and president of the Peace and Hope International. She and her family are active at RMC. In the context of John the Baptist baptizing Jesus, Nina shared about the history of baptism and its relevance for us today.

About the episode: (Note: this episode is the second in our "Vocation" series.) Have you ever wondered how your job could not just pay the bills but also feed your soul? Today's conversation is for anyone who longs to make a tangible difference in the lives of others but wonders how to get started–or continue. Kent once again welcomes Peter Greer of Hope International, and they discuss the joys and challenges of embracing a vocation with purpose. They also talk about ways to prepare for a job interview, how to find the right people to partner with, and how to stay focused when the needs in communities around the globe are overwhelming.  Managing a large and diverse team can sometimes feel like steering a ship through a storm, but in this episode, Peter gives a masterclass in leadership and innovation. He touches on management issues and problem-solving within a large non-profit organization, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal strengths with professional roles and fostering a culture of curiosity.  Thanks for joining us as we reflect on gratitude for our work and the community it creates. Together, let's keep learning to “do good, better”--faithfully. Bio: Peter Greer is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Under Peter's leadership, HOPE has expanded from working in two to over twenty countries and served over 2.5 million families. Before joining HOPE, Peter worked in Cambodia, Zimbabwe, and Rwanda. He has co-authored 15 books, including Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, The Gift of Disillusionment, and The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good. His new book, Lead with Prayer, will be available nationwide on January 16, 2024.   Resources: The first episode in the “Vocation” series: Navigating a Fulfilling Career in Humanitarian Spaces Another conversation with Peter: How to Sustain Hope and Resist Disillusionment when Doing Good HDI's MA in Humanitarian and Disaster Leadership degree Spiritual First Aid Certification Course ------------ This episode was produced by WildfireCreative  Theme Song: “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter:  @drjamieaten |  @kentannan Follow on Instagram: @wildfirecreativeco @wheaton_hdi (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll host Evangelicals, and sometimes we won't. Learning how to do better involves listening to many perspectives with different insights and understanding. Sometimes, it will make us uncomfortable; sometimes, we'll agree, and sometimes, we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction– especially in our blind spots.) The Better Samaritan podcast is produced by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College, which offers an M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership and a Trauma Certificate. To learn more and apply, visit our website. Jamie Aten, Ph.D, and Kent Annan, M.Div., co-direct the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College and are the Co-Founders of Spiritual First Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rebecca Redfield is quite possibly the kindest person we've interviewed on the Broken Banquet podcast! She's a child of God, a daughter, a wife, a neighbor, and most importantly, a dog mom! Plus, she is the Senior Listening, Monitoring, and Evaluation Manager for Hope International.We came to know Rebecca through our friend, Dr. Hunter Farrell, as he quoted her in one of his articles. Of course, we had to read her article right away, and you should, too:To Expand the Table: Listen More. Talk Less.To learn more about Rebecca's organization, Hope International, visit their website at:https://www.hopeinternational.orgMusic by: Irene & the SleepersLogo by: Jill EllisWebsite: menomissions.orgBB Website: https://www.brokenbanquetpodcast.comContact Us: brokenbanquetpodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let's step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let's get the good and the gold from today's guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Gathering of the Miami Valley.Peter Greer is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Prior to joining HOPE, Peter worked internationally as a microfinance adviser in Cambodia and Zimbabwe and as managing director for Urwego Bank in Rwanda. He received a B.S. in international business from Messiah University and an MPP in political and economic development from Harvard's Kennedy School. Peter's favorite part of his job is spending time with the entrepreneurs HOPE serves—whether harvesting coffee with farmers in Rwanda, dancing alongside savings groups in Haiti, or visiting the greenhouses of entrepreneurs in Ukraine. As an advocate for the Church's role in missions and alleviating extreme poverty, Peter has co-authored 15 books. More important than his role at HOPE is his role as husband to Laurel and dad to Keith, Liliana, Myles, and London. While his sports loyalties remain in New England, Peter and his family live in Lancaster, PA.

Have you ever considered taking your employees on a mission trip? In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Peter discuss: The history of HOPE International. Taking employees and family members on mission and vision trips. Being generous in experience not just finances. Getting the most out of your international travel experiences.   Key Takeaways: Bringing your team into your mission will bring greater engagement and job satisfaction. With a greater perspective, the stresses and challenges of your life will seem much less important and difficult than before your mission trip. Important work needs to happen before and after the trip, not just during the trip. There are more similarities than differences between the people of the world. We are all neighbors, whether across the street or across the world.   "Just try it! See what happens. Tell me if there is not more joy, more life, more meaning when you come back. We are designed by our Creator for meaning and purpose. A life that is lived inwardly is not a life that is lived to the fullest." —  Peter Greer About Peter Greer: Peter Greer is the president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered economic development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe.Prior to joining HOPE, Peter worked internationally as a microfinance adviser in Cambodia and Zimbabwe and as managing director for Urwego Bank in Rwanda. He received a B.S. in international business from Messiah University and an MPP in political and economic development from Harvard's Kennedy School.Peter's favorite part of his job is spending time with the entrepreneurs HOPE serves—whether harvesting coffee with farmers in Rwanda, dancing alongside savings groups in Haiti, or visiting the greenhouses of entrepreneurs in Ukraine.As an advocate for the Church's role in missions and alleviating extreme poverty, Peter has co-authored 15 books, including Mission Drift (selected as a 2015 Book Award Winner from Christianity Today), Rooting for Rivals (selected as a 2019 Leadership Resource of the Year in Outreach magazine), The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good (selected as one of the top 40 books on poverty by WORLD magazine), Created to Flourish (which his mom reviewed with five stars and a smiley face emoji), and the recently released The Gift of Disillusionment.More important than his role at HOPE is his role as husband to Laurel and dad to Keith, Liliana, Myles, and London. While his sports loyalties remain in New England, Peter and his family live in Lancaster, PA. Connect with Peter Greer:Website: https://www.peterkgreer.com/Hope International: https://www.hopeinternational.org/Books: https://www.peterkgreer.com/books/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterkgreer/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterkgreer/Twitter: https://twitter.com/peterkgreerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeterKGreer  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Are you following your plan for your life or God's plan for your life? In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss: Seeing God's hand in the faith-building times of our lives. Getting equipped through God's callings. Generosity and culture in your professional life. Maintaining a learning disposition.  Key Takeaways: God will provide and He will always take care of us. Build teams that recognize the power of the team and all that you can accomplish when working together. There is power in recognizing we are all sinful creatures and are working together to better ourselves. God is a Big God. He has shown that we can trust Him, even if it means we must reinvent ourselves and follow His plan, not our own.   "In a sinful world, as humans, it's so easy for us to fall into behaviors where we self-promote, and we self-protect. And when that kind of attitude shows up on a team, it's deadly. And one of the things that I'm trying to do inside of our culture is to help people feel safe." —  Matt Nelson  About Matt Nelson: Matt Nelson has served as the CEO of Pahlisch Homes since 2020, bringing more than 15 years of experience in the residential development and construction industry to the role. He earned an MBA degree from Portland State University and attended Biola University for undergraduate studies. Under Matt's leadership, Pahlisch Homes has grown from approximately 420 home closings in 2019 to 620 closings in 2022, representing $393M of revenue in 2022. Prior to serving as CEO, Matt was CFO for Pahlisch Homes. Since joining the company in 2015, Matt has been directly involved in raising more than $1 billion in capital for single-family and multifamily projects and has helped oversee the construction and subsequent sale of 3,000+ homes and 700+ apartment units.As the CEO of Pahlisch Homes, Matt is most passionate about organizational health and protecting Pahlisch Homes' standing as a best-in-class home builder and deal sponsor. Strategic clarity, principle-based leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and systems-based execution are several of the ways Matt helps Pahlisch Homes carry out its vision of creating community for everyone who touches a Pahlisch Homes home.Matt is proudly married to Elsa, and together they have 6 children ranging from age 13 down to 2 years old. Episode References: Homes for HOPE: https://homes4hope.org/HOPE International: https://www.hopeinternational.org/Connect with Matt Nelson:Website: https://pahlischhomes.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbnelson/  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about hot sauces, the destruction of Midway Mall and Trick or Treating. They also recap the Mission Sunday that featured our partner, Missions of Hope International. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about the devil taking angels with him, guardian angels, and what the Bible says about evil angels holding authority over specific territories (like the Prince of Persia in Daniel 10). Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

Hello friend!On this episode of the podcast, Steve and Jon chat with Mary and Wes Carlton about their recent trip doing hands on ministry in Bolivia, and CrossCounsel's relationship with House of Hope International. You won't want to miss it!A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover:2:35 - What brought CrossCounsel to Bolivia;17:40 - The ministry of work and play;38:15 - What we do cuts across all cultures.If you have questions about our ministry, want to know how to donate, or want to schedule a ministry session, please go to crosscounsel.com for more details.Don't forget to hit follow, and we'll see you on the next one!

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the intriguing concept of "The Gift of Disillusionment" as explored in a recent book co-authored by our guest, Peter Greer. Peter is president and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered micro-enterprise development organization serving throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Don't miss this captivating conversation that explores the profound perspective that disillusionment can be seen as a gift rather than a setback. Podcast Sponsor Replanted Conference The Replanted Conference provides a time away for caregivers to be refreshed, equipped, and inspired! Join us October 12-14, 2023 in Chicago or at a simulcast location near you. Registration now open! Use code '1MH10' to get your Think Orphan discount! Resources and Links from the show The Gift of Disillusionment Peter Greer's Website Free Hope International Downloads Rooting for Rivals The Intentional Father by Jon Tyson Where the Light Fell by Phillip Yancey Conversation Notes The work of Hope International (7:00) Biggest lessons learned from the last 20 years (12:00) The impact COVID-19 had on impoverished communities (18:00) The impact of war on Hope's extensive work in Ukraine (24:00) Peter shares about the Gift of Disillusionment (32:00) Hope in a world full of cynicism (43:00) Being fully present with others (55:00)