Podcasts about Mandeville

Entrepreneurship can start in a lot of different ways. Sometimes it starts with a tiny idea that just grows alongside a community. Other times, it comes from a personal need—something you realize just isn’t out there yet, and you decide to build it yourself. That’s exactly what happened with Abbey Lovett. She’s a mom of two who saw something missing in the Baton Rouge business scene: a flexible, supportive workspace built with women in mind. So, she created Pathos Collective—a space that gives members 24/7 access to: a coworking area, a fitness center, professional development events, and is even working on bringing in in-house childcare. Since launching in November 2024, Pathos has hosted multiple sold-out events and has already grown to over 30 members. Some entrepreneurs start by spotting a gap in the market and figuring out how to fill it. Others follow a passion that ends up turning into something much bigger. Jenni Peters is definitely in that second group. She fell in love with running back in grad school, and that passion eventually led her to open Varsity Sports, a specialty running store in Baton Rouge. What started as a shop for serious runners has grown into a welcoming hub for the whole fitness community—offering everything from shoes and gait analysis to group runs for people at all levels. Now with locations in Baton Rouge, Mandeville, and New Orleans, Jenni hasn’t just built a business—she’s built a community. At the core of any great business is the ability to really connect with people. Whether it’s through a product, a service, or just creating a space where folks feel seen and supported—those connections are what make businesses thrive. And that’s definitely true for both Abbey and Jenni's businesses: they've both built something that goes way beyond business. Whether it’s a coworking space or a running store, when you create a sense of belonging, you’re building something that lasts. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Ian Ledo and Miranda Albarez at itsbatonrouge.la.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-04-20 Things Jesus Saidby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: John 20:11-2920 When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. 21 So Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. Just as the Father has sent me, I also send you.” 22 And after he said this, he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone's sins, they are forgiven; if you retain anyone's sins, they are retained.”24 Now Thomas (called Didymus), one of the twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. 25 The other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he replied, “Unless I see the wounds from the nails in his hands, and put my finger into the wounds from the nails, and put my hand into his side, I will never believe it!”26 Eight days later the disciples were again together in the house, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and examine my hands. Extend your hand and put it into my side. Do not continue in your unbelief, but believe.” 28 Thomas replied to him, “My Lord and my God!” 29 Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are the people who have not seen and yet have believed.”

Resurrection DayThe teacher today is Lane.

2025-04-13 Avoiding Discouragement with Proper Accountingby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 3:1-111 Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. 2 Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. 3 For we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God and glory in Christ Jesus and put no confidence in the flesh—  4 though I myself have reason for confidence in the flesh also. If anyone else thinks he has reason for confidence in the flesh, I have more: 5 circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; as to the law, a Pharisee; 6 as to zeal, a persecutor of the church; as to righteousness under the law, blameless. 7 But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. 8 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God that depends on faith— 10 that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 that by any means possible I may attain the resurrection from the dead.

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”Into Your Hands I Commit My SpiritHere is the link to today's Mission Focus video.https://vimeo.com/199316815 The teacher today is Adam.

2025-04-06 Further Examples of Humilityby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 2:19-3019 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. 20 For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. 21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know Timothy's proven worth, how as a son with a father he has served with me in the gospel. 23 I hope therefore to send him just as soon as I see how it will go with me, 24 and I trust in the Lord that shortly I myself will come also.25 I have thought it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus my brother and fellow worker and fellow soldier, and your messenger and minister to my need, 26 for he has been longing for you all and has been distressed because you heard that he was ill. 27 Indeed he was ill, near to death. But God had mercy on him, and not only on him but on me also, lest I should have sorrow upon sorrow. 28 I am the more eager to send him, therefore, that you may rejoice at seeing him again, and that I may be less anxious. 29 So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men, 30 for he nearly died for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was lacking in your service to me.

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”It Is FinishedThe teacher today is Evan.

Can you live out your faith consistently? Are you making G-d's input a factor in your life? Join guest speaker Rabbi David Schiff of Congregation Beth Hallel, in Mandeville, Louisiana, as he highlights the importance of intentionally listening for and seeking G-d's plans in our lives rather than just going through the motions so that we can bring the love of the L-rd to others. We can accomplish what G-d has for us by boldly prioritizing and pursuing Him. Be blessed this Shabbat!Leviticus 1.1-2; Exodus 3.4; Exodus 19.3; Exodus 24.15-16; Exodus 40.32Prayer Requests or send an email to info@bethhallel.orgCBH WebsiteDonateYouTube Channel

Acquista il mio nuovo libro, “Anche Socrate qualche dubbio ce l'aveva”: https://amzn.to/3wPZfmCNel Regno Unito, a inizio Settecento, emersero le riflessioni di due pensatori molto diversi tra loro, se non addirittura opposti: Hutcheson e Mandeville.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dentro-alla-filosofia--4778244/support.

2025-03-30 Joy in Obedienceby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 2:12-18 12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.14 Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16 holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain. 17 Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. 18 Likewise you also should be glad and rejoice with me.

Stephanie welcomes Grace Valentine, author and speaker, to explore how to navigate friendships and understand God's timing when life doesn't seem to make sense. This conversation will equip every woman navigate friendships better; it will also be a very insightful tool for every man who has a woman in their life whom they wish to understand just a little better

People typically get invited onto shows like this because they’re successful. So, it will come as no surprise to you that my two guests on Out to Lunch today have success stories. What might surprise you, is the magnitude of their success. Cathy Deano is the founder of Painting With a Twist. It’s a pretty simple concept: you get one or two friends together, you go to a Painting With A Twist studio, you get given a canvas and paints, and with the gentle guidance of the resident artist, you sip wine and paint a painting. Cathy lives in Mandeville and founded the company in 2007. When her local studios started getting popular, Cathy started franchising the concept. Today, there are over 230 Painting With A Twist franchises, in 38 states. Over 5 million people have created over 10 million paintings. 86% of Painting With A Twist customers have gone more than once, and 51% have visited 6 times or more. Painting With A Twist is a genuine franchise success story. And its corporate headquarters is still in Mandeville. Sami Khan is a graduate of Tulane Business School, and the creator of an online game called Atlas Earth. The world is divided into two kinds of people. Those who say, “Wow, Sami Khan is here?” And those who say, “What the heck is Atlas Earth?” If you fall into the latter category, Atlas Earth is the number-one ranked, top-grossing gaming app in its category in the United Sates - and in every other country where it has launched. It’s a digital re-creation of the real world in which players buy digital real estate that corresponds to real estate properties on earth. You can’t buy just anything though, you have to be in actual real-world proximity to what you’re buying. Players buy and sell properties using digital currency called “Atlas Bucks,” which they can also earn by buying real-world products at participating vendors like Sonic, Popeyes, and Jimmy Johns. Atlas Earth is a hybrid digital-real-world experience, like Mark Zuckerberg was envisaging when he launched Meta. Except Atlas Earth has over 850,000 monthly users, three times more than Meta’s Active Universe had at its peak. Out to Lunch was recorded live over lunch at Columns in Uptown New Orleans. You can find photos from this show by Jill Lafleur at itsneworleans.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Stuph File Program Featuring Jim Mandeville, Senior VP, First Onsite Property Restoration; Bob Brill, author of :05-Seconds To Die; & & Stuart Nulman with Book Banter Download Jim Mandeville is the Senior Vice President for First Onsite Property Restoration. He's here to talk about building insurance and climate change. Bob Brill is a journalist and radio news anchor, who has written the thriller :05 Seconds To Die. Stuart Nulman with another edition of Book Banter. This week's reviewed title is Norman Lear: His Life and Times by Tripp Whetsell (Applause Books, $48).You can also read Stuart's articles in The Main and at BestStory.ca. This week's guest slate is presented by Dr. Linda Gannaway, who is the author of FINALLY Stop Procrastinating. She was a guest back on show #0800.

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”I ThirstThe teacher today is Larry.

2025-03-23 Christ, our Example in Humilityby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 2:5-115 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. 9 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, 10 so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

2025-03-16 Joy from Humilityby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 2:1-11 1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy,  2 complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.  3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.  4 Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.  5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus,  6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,  7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.  8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.  9 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, 10 so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Everything you wanted to know about horse jockeys but were afraid to ask; Sherry in Mandeville is cooked. Brain absolutely cooked and not coming back; Roger is back at it again, throwing great products at a great cause; Stop burning up Tesla dealerships, you idiots

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”My God, my God! Why have you forsaken me?The teacher today is Chris.

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”Woman, Behold Your SonThe teacher today is Adam.

On today's show, Don connects with a variety of friendly and familiar faces up at Marsh & Bayou in Mandeville as we field reports from the likes of Glen Sanchez on tide height ahead of some serious rain, Chris and Ben Tiblier detail what goes into making Marsh & Bayou's Magazine, Brad D'Alfonso tells us how fishing during sketchy weather is sorta like playing golf, and Daryl Carpenter closes out the first hour going over how his neck of the woods has been a rollercoaster of fishing this past week. Later on, Don hears from Mike Gallo on his plans for spring cleaning and taking care of business, Brendan Bayard gives us the high and low on some nice little tucked away kayaking spots, a Bad Boys story that details a case dumb duo, and Ryan Lambert tells us all where we can find Bass this time of year!

00:00 9. Тертулиан 13:14 10. Климент Александрийский 35:28 11. Порфирий 1:26:30 12. Златоуст 1:50:31 13. Корнаро (Cornaro) 2:17:02 14. Томас Мор (Sir Thomas More) 2:33:52 15. Монтень (Montaigne) 2:56:52 16. Лессио (Lessio) 3:07:31 17. Гассенди (Gassendi) 3:28:08 18. Франсиск Бэкон (Francis Bacon) 3:31:54 19. Рэй (Ray) 3:36:51 20. Коулэй (Cowley) 3:39:23 21. Эвелин (Evelyn) 3:51:16 22. Мильтон (Milton) 3:56:39 23. Боссюэт (Bossuet) 4:00:34 24. Трайон (Tryon) 4:27:03 25. Эке (Hecquet) 4:42:09 26. Бернар Де Мондевиль (Bernard de Mandeville) 4:51:05 27. Гэй (Gay) 5:11:07 28. Чайн (Cheyne) 5:44:49 29. Поуп (Pope) 6:18:34 30. Томпсон (Thomson) 6:36:01 31. Гартлэй (Hartley) 6:39:35 32. Честерфильд (Chesterfield) 6:51:42 33. Вольтер (Voltaire) ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀

At Mandeville Wheelchair Rugby, athletes aren't just playing a sport; they're reclaiming independence, building confidence, and proving that disability does not define destiny. This incredible club has grown from one to three teams, but now they face a challenge—not enough chairs for all the players. That's where Hot Cares steps in. Hot Cares

2025-03-02 Joy In The Faithby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 1:19-2619 for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, 20 as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at all ashamed, but that with full courage now as always Christ will be honored in my body, whether by life or by death. 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me. Yet which I shall choose I cannot tell. 23 I am hard pressed between the two. My desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better. 24 But to remain in the flesh is more necessary on your account. 25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith, 26 so that in me you may have ample cause to glory in Christ Jesus, because of my coming to you again.

2025-03-09 The Joy of Worthinessby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 1:27-3027 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,28 and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God.29 For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake,30 engaged in the same conflict that you saw I had and now hear that I still have.

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”A Place in Paradise.The teacher today is Larry... or was it the Repentant Thief?

“The Last Sayings of Jesus”The teacher today is Lane.

Silver Quintette - "Sinner's Crossroads" [0:00:00] Zionettes - "I Come to Thee" [0:03:26] Reverend Johnnie Beard - "I Am Shouting for The Lord Every Day" [0:05:53] Pearly Gates - "Blessed" [0:12:20] Beltone Singers - "Jesus is Mine" [0:13:21] Southern Gospel Singers - "All Mighty God" [0:16:58] Caravan No. 2 of Zachary, LA - "I Shall Not Be Moved" [0:18:58] THE GOSPEL KNUCKLEHEADS - "Down at The Cross" [0:21:47] Gospel Stylistics - "Why Am I Treated So Bad" [0:24:23] Southern Travelers - "Let Me Run On" - Till My Race is Run [0:28:10] Soul Inspirers of Detroit - "Oh Thou" [0:34:10] Rev. Isaic Wiley and His New Holy Wonders - "One More River to Cross" [0:37:27] Melodic Singers - "Jericho" [0:40:56] Frank Booker and the Southern Harmonairess of Nashville, TN - "I Found Jesus" [0:46:29] Fireside Gospel Singers of Mandeville, LA - "Too Close to Turn Around" [0:49:34] Dixie Land Singers of Jackson, TN - "John the Revelator" [0:53:04] https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/149600

2025-02-23 Joy in Advancementby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 1:12-1812 And I want you to know, my dear brothers and sisters, that everything that has happened to me here has helped to spread the Good News. 13 For everyone here, including the whole palace guard, knows that I am in chains because of Christ. 14 And because of my imprisonment, most of the believers here have gained confidence and boldly speak God's message without fear.15 It's true that some are preaching out of jealousy and rivalry. But others preach about Christ with pure motives. 16 They preach because they love me, for they know I have been appointed to defend the Good News. 17 Those others do not have pure motives as they preach about Christ. They preach with selfish ambition, not sincerely, intending to make my chains more painful to me. 18 But that doesn't matter. Whether their motives are false or genuine, the message about Christ is being preached either way, so I rejoice. And I will continue to rejoice.

Send us a textEpisode 754 | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.comhttps://youtu.be/IY1CCuWYsuQTonya L. Pulliam is a graduate of Virginia Union University with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. She also completed her graduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a Master's Degree in Social Work with Advanced Standing. With over 20 years of experience, Tonya has provided direct services to children and families, offered leadership and supervision to staff, and demonstrated outstanding volunteerism within the community. Currently residing in Richmond, Virginia, Tonya grew up in a rural area in the southern region of the state, living on a farm with her grandparents and sister.For the past 15 years, Tonya has operated her own consulting firm and launched a training institute to serve mental health professionals in areas such as clinical documentation, clinical interventions, client assessment and planning, and service plan writing. As a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor, she trained over 100 individuals in handling mental health crises and emergencies. Tonya also hosted the annual Community of Hope Conference for five years, enhancing the learning of human service professionals across Virginia. She has successfully built partnerships with esteemed professionals who are leaders in their fields.During her tenure as a consultant, Tonya has worked on numerous projects across multiple states, providing needs assessments and community engagement. She served as the Director of Growth & Development for a therapeutic foster care agency, where she conducted research and evaluations to assess service needs for foster homes. Her efforts led to the introduction of new foster care programs in Asheville, North Carolina, and the expansion of services in Chesapeake and Richmond, Virginia. She also conducted a program evaluation for a psychiatric and substance abuse treatment hospital in Mandeville, Louisiana.Tonya is deeply committed to grassroots and community social work. She has been a significant asset to the Shockoe Bottom area of Richmond, VA, in combating the city's homelessness crisis. For seven years, she operated an emergency food pantry and clothes closet and partnered to offer weekly hot meals to the city's most vulnerable residents. Under her leadership, over 10,000 articles of donated clothing were distributed annually to those in need. Tonya has spent much of her career working to improve the quality of life of others and meeting needs within the community.In 2021, she reignited her passion for serving the city's most vulneThe Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.com Listen and Subscribe to our Podcast: https://pod.link/281762250 Listen on Apple Podcast - http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sharvette-mitchell-radio/id281762250 Listen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6Er67rVhcSqj8MO7ysL9bV Listen on iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-the-sharvette-mitchell-rad-31047507/ Listen on BuzzSprout- https://thesharvettemitchellradioshow.buzzsprout.com Listen on Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7a6dbb45-abf8-4ce7-8202-116b3dbd3f31/the-sharvette-mitchell-radio-show

2025-02-02 Bring On The Newby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Revelation 211 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. 2 And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. 4 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”5 And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” 6 And he said to me, “It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. To the thirsty I will give from the spring of the water of life without payment. 7 The one who conquers will have this heritage, and I will be his God and he will be my son. 8 But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.”The New Jerusalem9 Then came one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls full of the seven last plagues and spoke to me, saying, “Come, I will show you the Bride, the wife of the Lamb.” 10 And he carried me away in the Spirit to a great, high mountain, and showed me the holy city Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God, 11 having the glory of God, its radiance like a most rare jewel, like a jasper, clear as crystal. 12 It had a great, high wall, with twelve gates, and at the gates twelve angels, and on the gates the names of the twelve tribes of the sons of Israel were inscribed— 13 on the east three gates, on the north three gates, on the south three gates, and on the west three gates. 14 And the wall of the city had twelve foundations, and on them were the twelve names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb.15 And the one who spoke with me had a measuring rod of gold to measure the city and its gates and walls. 16 The city lies foursquare, its length the same as its width. And he measured the city with his rod, 12,000 stadia. Its length and width and height are equal. 17 He also measured its wall, 144 cubits by human measurement, which is also an angel's measurement. 18 The wall was built of jasper, while the city was pure gold, like clear glass. 19 The foundations of the wall of the city were adorned with every kind of jewel. The first was jasper, the second sapphire, the third agate, the fourth emerald, 20 the fifth onyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, the twelfth amethyst. 21 And the twelve gates were twelve pearls, each of the gates made of a single pearl, and the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.22 And I saw no temple in the city, for its temple is the Lord God the Almighty and the Lamb. 23 And the city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and its lamp is the Lamb. 24 By its light will the nations walk, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it, 25 and its gates will never be shut by day—and there will be no night there. 26 They will bring into it the glory and the honor of the nations. 27 But nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who does what is detestable or false, but only those who are written in the Lamb's book of life.

2025-02-09 Living Joyfully - A Study through Philippiansby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 11 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus,To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons:2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, 4 always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. 6 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. 7 It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you in my heart, for you are all partakers with me of grace, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel. 8 For God is my witness, how I yearn for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus. 9 And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, 10 so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, 11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.

2025-02-16 The Joy of Partnershipby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Philippians 1:3-113  I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, 4  always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, 5  because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. 6  And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. 7  It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you in my heart, for you are all partakers with me of grace, both in    my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel. 8  For God is my witness, how I yearn for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus. 9  And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, 10 so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, 11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.

If you want to support Esther, you can give through St. Timothy on the Northshore in Mandeville, sttimothyns.org  Please note somewhere in your giving that it is for Esther or Kenya, etc.

Tessie Mandeville, from the low country of South Carolina, was just coming into her own when her beloved younger brother was senselessly murdered by so-called "friends."  He was within days of moving west to join Tessie in San Francisco, but their dream of reuniting was stolen.  They were both in their twenties.  The loss of a sibling, represents the loss of the person who shares the most DNA with us on the planet. It leaves a scar that is forever visible.

Women entrepreneurs are shaping the future of business, but the path to success is still filled with barriers—especially when it comes to funding and access to opportunities. In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Marcela Mandeville, CEO of Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a powerhouse leader on a mission to break down these obstacles. With a deep passion for business and community development, Marcela has spent over 15 years championing women in business, helping them access the capital, connections, and support they need to thrive. Under her leadership, AWE has transformed the landscape for women entrepreneurs, increasing funding, expanding networks, and driving real economic impact across Alberta.Marcela's journey is one of resilience, strategy, and an unshakable belief in the power of women-led businesses. From her early entrepreneurial ventures to leading one of Alberta's most impactful organizations, she brings a wealth of knowledge on what it truly takes to succeed in today's business world. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner looking to scale, this conversation is packed with insights, motivation, and game-changing advice. If you've ever faced challenges securing funding, struggled with growth, or simply needed inspiration to take the leap, this episode is for you.Key Takeaways:1. Women entrepreneurs still face systemic barriers in securing funding, but organizations like AWE are working to change that. 2. Access to capital, strategic connections, and capacity-building are the three core pillars that drive business success for women. 3. Risk-taking is often misunderstood—women entrepreneurs are not risk-averse but take strategic risks for long-term growth. 4. Revenue generation is just as important as external funding when scaling a business. 5. The business world is rapidly evolving, and women need to embrace digital transformation and AI to stay competitive. 6. Women-led businesses make a significant economic impact, with AWE's lending programs generating an 11:1 return. 7. Building the right network and support system is essential for overcoming challenges in male-dominated industries. 8. Nonprofits like AWE are not just about funding—they provide mentorship, training, and long-term business support. 9. Traditional employment is no longer the only safe career path—entrepreneurship allows for greater control and financial independence. 10. Success comes from aligning passion with purpose and surrounding yourself with the right people who believe in your vision. Links referenced in this episode:capitalbd.caAWEBusinessCompanies mentioned in this episode: Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Capital Business Development Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Business Development Bank of Canada Alberta Innovates Prairies Economic Development Canada Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada Master Business Development with Kelly Kennedy – Book Your Free Discovery Session Business growth isn't about luck—it's about mastery. The Business Development Mastery Program with Kelly Kennedy gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to scale your business, close more deals, and build lasting success. ✔ Proven business development frameworks that drive real results ✔ Personalized coaching tailored to your goals and challenges ✔ Actionable strategies to generate leads, close deals, and grow revenue If you're serious about taking your business development skills to the next level, let's talk. Book your free discovery...

Letters of Marque & Reprisal-Mike's 2014 LPAC Speech (Nota bene: This was originally published on 21 September, 2014) Mandeville, LA - UPDATED: The video from this talk has been posted by LPAC - see previous speeches here and here, you can view it below. Here are my audio remarks from the 2014 LPAC convention held at the Hilton. I have enclosed the written version as well, which is in draft form. Thanks to the Campaign For Liberty for offering me this, 6th annual address to LPAC. Fame & The Founding Fathers' War Power-Marque And Reprisal ©2025  Mike Church We are now officially and simultaneously, illegally at war in Iraq and soon Syria. President Obama declared himself exalted mystic ruler of the U.S. Armed forces: "While I believe I have the authority to carry out this military action without specific congressional authorization, I know that the country will be stronger if we take this course, and our actions will be even more effective...” Effective!? Who is he kidding? The NFL's policy against domestic violence is more effective. The KingDude delivering this speech, 19 September, 2014. The specific “authorization” that was given to President Obama to aid equip the little Jihadi Urban Achievers actually PROHIBITS the President from waging war, yet Obama has proceeded with his “strategy against ISIS”. This “strategy” requires the U.S. military to conduct acts of war in Syria. At first the Obama administration said they would just bomb ISIS back to Mecca over the Syrian's objections. Then they moderated that to say The Obama admin's team was negotiating a deal with Syria to gain permission. Think about that for a moment. The Obama admin is more concerned about obtaining theSyrian regime's permission to wage war than it is the American regime's. So how did we get to never-ending, full scale war that has basically been in effect since the first Iraq invasion of 1991 from a Constitution system that was drafted specifically to try and prevent? Why does no one in Congress, save for Ron Paul, even propose, maybe as a joke, to use letters of marque & reprisal and THEN proceed to full scale war AFTER Congress has proved it was a just war and THEN voted to declare it? In short, the answer is Fame. Francis Bacon the English author described what he called conditores imperiorum. As Bacon put it “Neither can they be secret, and therefore not ef− fectual; but according to the French proverb, Beaucoup de bruit, peu de fruit, Much bruit little fruit. The true marshalling of the degrees of sovereign honor, are these: In the first place are conditores imperiorum, founders of states and common− wealths; such as were Romulus, Cyrus, Caesar, Ottoman, Ismael. “ Plain and simple, it is FAME that drove the Founders to write the Constitution and it is fame that drives President's to grab more power than they were ever granted.  You might wonder if the Founders knew of this vanity and tried to guard against it? As a matter of fact they did. James Madison, Helvidius #4 wrote: “In no part of the constitution is more wisdom to be found, than in the clause which confides the question of war or peace to the legislature, and not to the executive department. Beside the objection to such a mixture to heterogeneous powers, the trust and the temptation would be too great for any one man; not such as nature may offer as the prodigy of many centuries, but such as may be expected in the ordinary successions of magistracy. War is in fact the true nurse of executive aggrandizement. In war, a physical force is to be created; and it is the executive will, which is to direct it. In war, the public treasures are to be unlocked; and it is the executive hand which is to dispense them. In war, the honours and emoluments of office are to be multiplied; and it is the executive patronage under which they are to be enjoyed. It is in war, finally, that laurels are to be gathered; and it is the executive brow they are to encircle.

2025-01-26 What Will It Be Like?: The Millenial Kingdomby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Isaiah 2:2It shall come to pass in the latter days    that the mountain of the house of the Lordshall be established as the highest of the mountains,    and shall be lifted up above the hills;and all the nations shall flow to it,

2025-01-19 Heaven: Part 2b - The Thousand-Year Reignby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Revelation 20:1-720 Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven with the key to the bottomless pit and a heavy chain in his hand. 2 He seized the dragon—that old serpent, who is the devil, Satan—and bound him in chains for a thousand years. 3 The angel threw him into the bottomless pit, which he then shut and locked so Satan could not deceive the nations anymore until the thousand years were finished. Afterward he must be released for a little while.4 Then I saw thrones, and the people sitting on them had been given the authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony about Jesus and for proclaiming the word of God. They had not worshiped the beast or his statue, nor accepted his mark on their foreheads or their hands. They all came to life again, and they reigned with Christ for a thousand years.5 This is the first resurrection. (The rest of the dead did not come back to life until the thousand years had ended.) 6 Blessed and holy are those who share in the first resurrection. For them the second death holds no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with him a thousand years.The Defeat of Satan7 When the thousand years come to an end, Satan will be let out of his prison.

2025-01-12 Heaven: Part 2 - The Thousand-Year Reignby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Revelation 20:1-720 Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, holding in his hand the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. 2 And he seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, 3 and threw him into the pit, and shut it and sealed it over him, so that he might not deceive the nations any longer, until the thousand years were ended. After that he must be released for a little while.4 Then I saw thrones, and seated on them were those to whom the authority to judge was committed. Also I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for the testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or their hands. They came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years. 5 The rest of the dead did not come to life until the thousand years were ended. This is the first resurrection. 6 Blessed and holy is the one who shares in the first resurrection! Over such the second death has no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ, and they will reign with him for a thousand years.7 And when the thousand years are ended, Satan will be released from his prison

There’s always something to do in Acadiana. That’s great if you’re a consumer. Options for lifestyle and entertainment are a big part of your quality of life. But if you’re on the business side of the equation, an endless supply of activities makes for a crowded and competitive market. Throw in Lafayette’s notorious seasonality, and running an entertainment business can be challenging — but rewarding. Lafayette is a small market. That means we’re often off the radar for national tours in the performing arts space. But for years, we’ve had a steady stream of acclaimed productions and performers coming to town. Jackie Lyle has had a big hand in making that happen. Jackie has worked in performing arts promotion and advocacy for decades now. She currently serves as executive director of Performing Arts Serving Acadiana, a nonprofit she founded to advance performing arts in Acadiana. Most locals know it as PASA. If that sounds like a wide lens, it is. PASA supports all kinds of programs and shows. Jackie has staged performances by leading dance companies like Ailey II or the Kyiv City Ballet. They host jazz quartets, cabarets, off Broadway productions and more. Access is a key goal here. PASA brings these performers and performances to local schools and makes space for people with disabilities to get involved through the PASAble initiatives. PASA also set up a musical instrument recycling program called Play it Again. Jackie has spent most of her life in Lafayette. Before her career in arts advocacy she worked in advertising and marketing. Being a small market means Lafayette can struggle to attract big city amenities. Point in case: Ask anyone when we’re getting a Trader Joe’s. But when the national brands arrive, it can pay off big time. Case in point: Lafayette is a small fish in the stable of Topgolf, but it’s a location that’s punching well above its weight. Bryan Roger is Operations Manager for the Lafayette location. If you’re not familiar with Topgolf, it’s an international brand of hyped up driving ranges. The facilities are huge. Like parking decks that serve food, beer and golf balls by the thousand. Bryan says TopGolfers will hit 20,000 golf balls on a slow day. Bryan got to TopGolf by way of the restaurant industry. He grew up in a restaurant family and was previously an operations manager for Mexican food chain Chuy’s. Bryan was born in Lafayette but grew up in Mandeville. He returned to Acadiana about 20 years ago. Out to Lunch Acadiana was recorded live over lunch at Tsunami Sushi in downtown Lafayette. You can find photos from this show at itsacadiana.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-12-29 Jesus Has Authorityby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Mark 1:21-4521 And they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath he entered the synagogue and was teaching. 22 And they were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and not as the scribes. 23 And immediately there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit. And he cried out, 24 “What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God.” 25 But Jesus rebuked him, saying, “Be silent, and come out of him!” 26 And the unclean spirit, convulsing him and crying out with a loud voice, came out of him. 27 And they were all amazed, so that they questioned among themselves, saying, “What is this? A new teaching with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey him.” 28 And at once his fame spread everywhere throughout all the surrounding region of Galilee.29 And immediately he left the synagogue and entered the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. 30 Now Simon's mother-in-law lay ill with a fever, and immediately they told him about her. 31 And he came and took her by the hand and lifted her up, and the fever left her, and she began to serve them.32 That evening at sundown they brought to him all who were sick or oppressed by demons. 33 And the whole city was gathered together at the door. 34 And he healed many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons. And he would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him.35 And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed. 36 And Simon and those who were with him searched for him, 37 and they found him and said to him, “Everyone is looking for you.” 38 And he said to them, “Let us go on to the next towns, that I may preach there also, for that is why I came out.” 39 And he went throughout all Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and casting out demons.40 And a leper came to him, imploring him, and kneeling said to him, “If you will, you can make me clean.” 41 Moved with pity, he stretched out his hand and touched him and said to him, “I will; be clean.” 42 And immediately the leprosy left him, and he was made clean. 43 And Jesus sternly charged him and sent him away at once, 44 and said to him, “See that you say nothing to anyone, but go, show yourself to the priest and offer for your cleansing what Moses commanded, for a proof to them.” 45 But he went out and began to talk freely about it, and to spread the news, so that Jesus could no longer openly enter a town, but was out in desolate places, and people were coming to him from every quarter.

2025-01-05 Heaven: Part 1by Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: John 14:33 When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am.

2024-12-22 Christmas Brings Joyby Pastor Chris Berg Scripture Reference: Isaiah 12:1-6 1 In that day you will sing:   “I will praise you, O Lord!You were angry with me, but not any more.    Now you comfort me.2 See, God has come to save me.    I will trust in him and not be afraid.The Lord God is my strength and my song;    he has given me victory.”3 With joy you will drink deeply    from the fountain of salvation!4 In that wonderful day you will sing:    “Thank the Lord! Praise his name!Tell the nations what he has done.    Let them know how mighty he is!5 Sing to the Lord, for he has done wonderful things.    Make known his praise around the world.6 Let all the people of Jerusalem shout his praise with joy!    For great is the Holy One of Israel who lives among you.”

2024-12-15 Christmas Brings Comfortby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Isaiah 40:1-111 Comfort, comfort my people, says your God.2 Speak tenderly to Jerusalem,    and cry to herthat her warfare is ended,    that her iniquity is pardoned,that she has received from the Lord's hand    double for all her sins.3 A voice cries:“In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord;    make straight in the desert a highway for our God.4 Every valley shall be lifted up,    and every mountain and hill be made low;the uneven ground shall become level,    and the rough places a plain.5 And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed,    and all flesh shall see it together,    for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.”6 A voice says, “Cry!”    And I said, “What shall I cry?”All flesh is grass,    and all its beauty is like the flower of the field.7 The grass withers, the flower fades    when the breath of the Lord blows on it;    surely the people are grass.8 The grass withers, the flower fades,    but the word of our God will stand forever.9 Go on up to a high mountain,    O Zion, herald of good news;lift up your voice with strength,    O Jerusalem, herald of good news;    lift it up, fear not;say to the cities of Judah,    “Behold your God!”10 Behold, the Lord God comes with might,    and his arm rules for him;behold, his reward is with him,    and his recompense before him.11 He will tend his flock like a shepherd;    he will gather the lambs in his arms;he will carry them in his bosom,    and gently lead those that are with young.

2024-12-08 Our Hope Is In Christmasby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Isaiah 9:1-71 Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time in the future when Galilee of the Gentiles, which lies along the road that runs between the Jordan and the sea, will be filled with glory.2 The people who walk in darkness will see a great light.For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.3 You will enlarge the nation of Israel, and its people will rejoice.They will rejoice before you as people rejoice at the harvest and like warriors dividing the plunder.4 For you will break the yoke of their slavery and lift the heavy burden from their shoulders. You will break the oppressor's rod, just as you did when you destroyed the army of Midian.5 The boots of the warrior and the uniforms bloodstained by war will all be burned. They will be fuel for the fire.6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.7 His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the Lord of Heaven's Armies will make this happen!

Clayton Rasche is a first-generation Louisianan who adores his home state. He joins Garrett on this episode of the Forgotten America podcast to share about the incredibly rich culture of Louisiana. The Pelican State has deep French roots which can be seen in everything from the architecture to the political system to the food. We learn a little bit about the differences between Cajun and Creole culture and about the variety of small and large cities to explore. If you enjoy music, soulful food, and nature, you'll love this exploration of Louisiana through Clayton's eyes.   Additional Resources Grand Isle, Louisiana https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Isle,_Louisiana Louisiana State Symbols https://statesymbolsusa.org/symbol-official-item/louisiana/state-nickname/pelican-state Zydeco music: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zydeco Buckwheat Zydeco: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckwheat_Zydeco Lana Del Rey & her husband: https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a62103404/who-is-lana-del-rey-boyfriend-jeremy-dufrene/ Parishes instead of Counties: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_parishes_in_Louisiana Cajun: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cajuns Creole: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana_Creole_people Some history and differences between Cajun & Creole culture and meaning: https://www.hnoc.org/publications/first-draft/whats-difference-between-cajun-and-creole-or-there-one Mandeville, Louisiana: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandeville,_Louisiana True Detective: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2790174/ Liz's Where Ya At Diner: https://lizswhereyatdiner.com/   Baton Rouge: https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/listing/louisiana-state-capitol/238/    Tiki Bar in New Orleans: https://latitude29nola.com/ Beach Bum Berry's Latitude 29: https://latitude29nola.com/   Follow Clayton on Social Media Instagram @claytonrasche Facebook /claytonrasche/        Garrett Ballengee, Host President & CEO - @gballeng Cardinal Institute for West Virginia Policy   Amanda Kieffer, Executive Producer Vice President of Communications & Strategy - @akieffer13  Cardinal Institute for West Virginia Policy   Nate Phipps, Editor & Producer - @Aviv5753   Follow: YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram Support: Donate, Newsletter

How has economic thought evolved throughout the years along with the development of the other modern science disciplines? What is the role of human agency, and what are the philosophical underpinnings of economic thought?Margaret Schabas is a professor of philosophy at the University of British Columbia, and also the author of several books. Her latest work is A Philosopher's Economist: Hume and the Rise of Capitalism.Greg and Margaret discuss how economics evolved from natural philosophy. The conversation delves into historical perspectives and the major influence of figures like Adam Smith and David Hume. Margaret explains the interplay between natural sciences and social sciences. *unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*Show Links:Recommended Resources:Adam SmithJohn Stuart MillAristotleJohn LockeDavid HumeLaffer curvePhillips curveGresham's lawJames Clerk MaxwellFriedrich HayekMacroeconomicsJohn Maynard KeynesUnSILOed Episode 467: Vernon L. SmithGuest Profile:Faculty Profile at the University of British ColumbiaProfile on WikipediaHer Work:Amazon Author PageA Philosopher's Economist: Hume and the Rise of CapitalismA World Ruled by Number: William Stanley Jevons and the Rise of Mathematical EconomicsThe Natural Origins of EconomicsEpisode Quotes:How the 18th century shaped our understanding of economic growth and labor09:13: The real concept of growth of an expanding economy really only takes hold in the early 18th century. And then the question is, how does this happen, and is it through labor? And if it's labor, is it at the expense of other organisms? Arguably, it is. We humans are now going to edge up to 10 billion, and presumably, we've done that very much at the expense of other organisms. But that's not how they're thinking in the 18th century; they're not really thinking that way at all. So then there are a lot of questions that don't get fully answered, and the labor theory of value is an attempt, I think, partly to answer that: that it's through efficiency of labor and increased skills and quality of labor, the intensification of labor, say per unit hour, through the assistance of capital. That allows us to produce more, and we're clearly much wealthier now than our ancestors three centuries ago, at least on average.Philosophy is best grounded in historical analysis53:22: Philosophy, to me, is always best grounded in historical analysis. So, every book I've written, I pose a philosophical question: Why is economics a mathematical science? Or why do people believe there are laws in the economy? And then I pursue it historically, because I think just doing it in one's study, without the empirical resources of the actual discipline, is a disservice, too. But those are my views. I'm trained in the history and philosophy of science, and I think it's a discipline. I think it's best done if you have important philosophical questions to motivate your historical research, and vice versa. To do philosophy of science really is best done if you can appeal or note important historical case studies.Strong empiricism and the enlightenment's legacy in social sciences42:03: I think that's the reigning view: that there is an empirical fact of the matter that can resolve a lot of questions that once were purely philosophical, and, of course, there'll always be disagreements empirically, and there's always question-begging moves in what methods one uses. And so the empirical record will never fully resolve any question, but I think the general thrust is towards a strong empiricism, and, in that sense, I think that's the 18th century—the Enlightenment. If you think about the great philosophers of the 18th century, starting with people like Voltaire, Mandeville, Montesquieu, Rousseau, Hume, and Smith—and one can go on—they're all contributing to what we call the social sciences.

Ian Auzenne, Allen Waddell, and Coach Lou Valdin co-hosted WWL's weekly Allstate Sugar Bowl Prep Football Roundup live from Mandeville vs. West Monroe in the regional round of the 2024 LHSAA Playoffs. The guys heard from WWL reporters at the best games around the state, including Jesuit at Teurlings, Loranger at Shaw, Covington at Neville, and C. E. Byrd at St. Paul's among others. They spoke to winning coaches and reset the bracket, setting up the quarterfinal matchups.

Ian Auzenne, Allen Waddell, and Coach Lou Valdin co-hosted week nine of WWL's Allstate Sugar Bowl Prep Football Roundup live from the Battle on the River rivalry showdown between Destrehan and Hahnville. The guys spoke to reporters live at the best games around the state, including Rummel-Jesuit, Belle Chasse-Shaw, Episcopal-Dunham, St. Paul's-Mandeville, and Loranger-Franklinton. Ian, Allen, and Coach Lou praised the talent at QB in the Louisiana prep scene. They reviewed the power ranking system two weeks before the start of the LHSAA Playoffs. The guys interviewed winning coaches. WWL's Jeff Palermo joined the guys to recap the battle he covered between Walker and Denham Springs.