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Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: 1 Kings 22; 2 Chronicles 18-19; Colossians 4 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, Host Hunter welcomes us to the 18th of June, guiding us through powerful passages from 1 Kings 22, 2 Chronicles 18 and 19, and Colossians 4. We'll hear the dramatic story of King Ahab, the courageous prophet Micaiah who stands for truth amidst a sea of deceit, and the steadfast leadership of Jehoshaphat. Turning to the New Testament, Paul's heartfelt words from prison in Colossians inspire us to let our conversations be gracious, to carry out our unique ministry, and to shine as children of light in a dark world. As we reflect together, Hunter draws a practical connection between the ancient stories and our lives today—reminding us that God calls not just prophets and apostles, but each of us, to be faithful lights wherever we are. The episode includes thoughtful prayers, encouragement to live with integrity and faithfulness, and a gentle reminder that, above all else, you are deeply loved. Join us as we journey through scripture and prayer, growing together in hope, purpose, and God's abundant grace. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Micaiah, the truth-speaking prophet, is a light. In the face of deceit, of dark kingdoms and dark prophets, he stands out. God always has his lights—those who are willing to speak the truth no matter the cost. Micaiah is one of them, refusing to be silenced, refusing to speak anything but what the Lord tells him. Even when the pressure mounted, when the crowds and the king himself wanted him to just go along, Micaiah remained faithful. He shone. God always has his lights because he is the Father of lights. That's what James tells us. In seasons of darkness and confusion, God's people—faithful men and women—shine with his light, reflecting truth, refusing to surrender, even if their voices tremble. Paul was one of those lights, too. Paul deeply desired to shine the truth of the Gospel in the darkness. He understood how difficult it could be—he wrote Colossians while in chains, and it would only get harder. But he kept shining and didn't do it alone; he asked for prayer. “Pray that I will proclaim this message as clearly as I should.” Paul knew how hard it would be, but he also knew who he was—a child of the light, called to be a light-bearer in a world that desperately needed it. But God, the Father of lights, isn't just the Father of prophets like Micaiah, or apostles like Paul. He is the Father of ordinary people as well. People whose names are often overlooked, whispered among the closing greetings of Paul's letters—faithful people like Aristarchus, Demas, Epaphras, Archippus, Tychicus, Nympha, Onesimus, and countless others through the age. People like you and me—Craig, Rebecca, Tom, Mary Ellen, Luz. All lights, born of the Father. We each have a ministry, a purpose to shine the Father's bright light in this dark world. Paul asked for prayer, for help to proclaim the truth. He exhorted others to carry out the ministry God had given them. You, too, have been given the light of the world—Jesus himself shining in your heart. Reflect that light. Do what God has called you to do, in his strength, bringing glory back to him. Let us all learn—together—what it means to shine our lights. That's my prayer for my soul, for my family, for my wife and daughters and son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Merciful God, you have brought us through the night. Into this new day we offer you our lives again. Our hopes, our fears, our work, our rest. Keep us faithful in the little things. And mindful of your presence in every moment. Let us not be led by anxiety or pride, but by your peace that passes all understanding through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Lord Jesus, you stretched wide your arms on the cross to draw all people to yourself. Draw the hurting, the hungry, the weary. Break down every wall of hostility and build us into one family by your spirit. Amen. And now, Lord, teach me to walk not with fear, but with faith. Where there is noise, let me be still. Where there is boasting, let me be quiet. Where there is suffering, let me kneel. Let me not crave recognition, but righteousness. Not applause, but communion. For in you I have life, and in dying with you I rise. Amen. And now, as our Lord has taught us, we are bold to pray. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

In this episode of School Business Insider, host John Brucato sits down with Mary Ellen Normen, a retired school business official blazing new trails in the world of artificial intelligence. With presentations at ASBO and AASA conferences and a widely-read article on AI in school business, Mary Ellen unpacks how SBOs can use AI tools for budgeting, facilities, communications, and strategic planning.From ethical guardrails to getting started with your first AI prompt, this episode is a practical and inspiring roadmap for school business leaders navigating one of the most significant shifts in our profession.Listen now to learn how to leverage AI — wisely, ethically, and effectively.Contact School Business Insider: Check us out on social media: LinkedIn Twitter (X) Website: https://asbointl.org/SBI Email: podcast@asbointl.org Make sure to like, subscribe and share for more great insider episodes!Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Association of School Business Officials International. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "ASBO International" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The presence of any advertising does not endorse, or imply endorsement of, any products or services by ASBO International.ASBO International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and does not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for elective public office. The sharing of news or information concerning public policy issues or political campaigns and candidates are not, and should not be construed as, endorsements by ASBO Internatio...

All of God is where you are and wherever you are all of God-good is there. Listen as Mary Ellen reminds you that your good is waiting for you to align with it. It has your name on it and knows where you are, at all times and in all places.If you are guided to share a gift of appreciation for our podcasts please follow the  link below. Support the show

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When is remembering a good thing? When is forgetting a good thing? Listen as Mary Ellen shares this powerful message about remembering and appreciating those who have been a part of our lives. And, the importance of forgetting or letting go of what we think we should have done about something in the past.  If you feel guided to share a gift of appreciation for the podcast please follow the link below.Support the show

In this mini episode of our Summer Road Trip Series, we're heading just south of LA to explore a fun pairing: Catalina Island and Long Beach, California. Listener Jen shares how she turned a couple of Hyatt Free Night Awards into a perfect weekend escape—with ocean views, rooftop hangs, and even a bit of underwater adventure. Whether you're planning a Disneyland trip or just craving a coastal getaway, this itinerary is packed with smart tips, walkable charm, and creative ways to stretch your travel rewards.Submit Your Summer Road Trip Idea HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoSubmitted By@DiveIntoPointsMentioned in this EpisodeEpisode 21 - Channel IslandsEpisode 73 - San DiegoAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksWe receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

My Friend, My Soulmate, My Sister… in-Law! Vicki's hilariously iconic sister-in-law, Mary Ellen, finally joins the show. Christian, Vicki and Mary Ellen reminisce on their fun times together, celebrate reuniting in California for Mike's surprise birthday party AND welcome a returning, surprise guest too! Cheers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Wonderland On Points, we're joined AGAIN by our favorite surgeon, Kelly from @pointsandmilesdoc to talk about her recent trip to China—an incredible journey through a country rich in history, culture, and food. Kelly shares how she flew first and business class using points, and how award redemptions helped her save big on domestic flights as she traveled between major cities and scenic regions.We explore her itinerary across Shanghai, Hangzhou, Lijiang, and Chengdu, from high tea on the Bund to hiking historic trails, biking around ancient lakes, and tasting bold Sichuan flavors on a food tour. She also highlights unique hotel stays, including China's Aman properties—luxury experiences that, while not bookable with points, can be a smart way to earn them. We also dive into other options on places to stay if you DO want to use points!Whether you're planning your first trip to China or looking for new ways to explore it, this episode is full of tips for stretching your points and creating a five-star experience at a fraction of the price.Submit Your Summer Roadtrip Series Story HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | Jo | KellyMentioned in this Episode@TrippingonpointsAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links or the Daily Drop newsletter link that will allow you to access our affiliate links.We receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

This special episode features the talk by Professor Mary Ellen O'Connell from the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, which she gave at the inaugural Peter Wallensteen Lecture on 20 May 2025 in Uppsala. This new lecture series honours our founder Professor Peter Wallensteen. The talk begins with a critique of the current reliance on deterrence theory. Professor O'Connell then proceeds to argue how AI research and state funds should be reoriented from deterrence towards self-defence based on the principles of international law. We found the talk thought-provoking and hope you too will find it stimulating! Mary Ellen O'Connell is the Robert and Marion Short Professor of Law and Professor of International Peace Studies—Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame, USA. Her work is in the areas of international law on the use of force, international dispute resolution, and international legal theory. Her current work is on AI in the military domain.

This week on our Summer Road Trip Series, we're heading to Tucson, Arizona—and this episode is packed with creative travel tips thanks to a listener-submitted itinerary that blew us away. Cami, a writer over at Secrets of a Travel Journalist, shared a full plan featuring unique, budget-friendly ways to stay—using Capital One Venture X travel credits instead of the usual points and miles.She split her stay between the 3 Palms and the historic Lodge on the Desert, and we dive into both properties, plus her top picks for what to do in and around Tucson. From Saguaro National Park and Mount Lemmon to Biosphere 2, Sabino Canyon, and the city's incredible food scene (Tucson is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy!), this episode will have you planning a desert getaway in no time. There is so much in here we almost wish we had made it a full episode!Submit Your Summer Road Trip Idea HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksWe receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

For the first time EVER, we're recording an episode of Wonderland on Points from the SAME PLACE — in person, raw, real, and unedited!In this episode, we're diving into how to explore New York City using points — and trust us, it's one of the best destinations for a points-and-miles trip. We'll walk you through some incredible hotel options you can book with points, share our favorite budget-friendly activities that still give you that true NYC experience, and offer up delicious food recommendations along with tips for getting around the city with ease.If New York City has been on your list, or if you're planning yet another visit, this is definitely the episode for you!Firefly Recovery - Use code "WONDERLAND" for 15% off your orderBest Christmas Decorated New York RestaurantsSubmit Your Summer Road Trip Idea HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksWe receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

"For the love of money is the root of all evil" (1 Timothy 6:10) Have you mistakenly thought this scripture says that MONEY is the root of evil? It is the LOVE OF MONEY that causes all manner of problems for us. What do you believe about money?  Listen as Mary Ellen shares this important lesson about abundance and changing the belief in lack.If you are guided to share a gift of appreciation for our podcasts please follow the link below.Support the show

Mary Ellen Iskenderian of Women's World Banking shares her journey from traditional finance to leading global women's financial inclusion efforts. Drawing on 18 years as president and CEO, Mary Ellen explains how Women's World Banking evolved from its founding at the first UN women's conference to become both an NGO and an impact-focused asset manager.With hosts Penny Zacharias and Casey Nelson, Mary Ellen discusses how digital technology transformed financial inclusion during the pandemic, helping reach 86 million women with vital financial services. She reveals the $700 billion opportunity that financial institutions miss by not serving women as viable customers and shares insights on how gender-focused investment drives both social impact and strong business returns.Connect and Learn More☑️ Mary Ellen Iskenderian | LinkedIn☑️ Women's World Banking | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTube☑️ Penny Zacharias | LinkedIn☑️ Casey Nelson | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information

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It's week two of our Summer Mini Series, where we spotlight lesser-known domestic destinations across the U.S.—and the best part is, these spots were submitted by you! We've absolutely loved reading your recommendations, and this week's pick is a gem.We're headed to the Pacific Northwest to explore the charming town of Cle Elum, Washington, and the beautiful Suncadia Resort. Whether you're a local looking for a quick escape or planning a road trip or flight into Seattle, this hidden destination is worth your attention—especially if you're booking with points.Tune in to find out why Suncadia is the perfect blend of nature, luxury, and rewards travel. We can't wait for you to start planning your PNW getaway.Submit Your Summer Road Trip Idea HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksWe receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

Drawing from Numbers 27, Mary Ellen Azada reminds us of our unique call and God's affirmation of women in ministry. Mary Ellen Azada is a pastor and spiritual director of the Pastoral Formation Initiative at Fuller Seminary. Recorded at Fuller's All-Seminary Chapel on May 7, 2025.  

This week on the Wonderland on Points podcast, we're heading to the beautiful island of Aruba with special guest and Aruba expert @Erin_Loves_Travel. While most people have heard of Aruba, it doesn't get nearly enough attention in the points and miles community—and we think that needs to change. Erin has visited multiple times and brings a wealth of insider knowledge on how to experience Aruba using points.In this episode, she shares how to get to Aruba on points and miles, plus tips on where to stay using points—we even discuss two different hotel options. Erin also dives into her favorite places to snorkel, hidden gem activities that most tourists miss, and some of the best local food spots on the island.Whether you've always dreamed of visiting Aruba or have never considered it before, this episode is full of tips and inspiration that will make you want to add it to your travel plans.Submit Your Summer Roadtrip Series Story HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | Jo | ErinMentioned in this EpisodeErin's Facebook GroupKelsey GravesTrip Tales PodcastAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links or the Daily Drop newsletter link that will allow you to access our affiliate links.We receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

Listen as Mary Ellen shares a practical lesson found within the story of Ezekiel and his dream. (Ezekiel 34:1-14) The Hebrew name Ezekiel means God strengthens. Metaphysically Ezekiel means that in us that relies on God and shows us how to demonstrate strength even in the seemingly impossible. Please follow the link below if you are guided to share a gift of appreciation for our podcasts.Support the show

This week kicks off our Summer Road Trip series—and we're starting strong with one of the dreamiest New England getaways: Newport, Rhode Island! We dive into everything that makes Newport the perfect points-powered summer escape, from a perfect location to stay on Chase points, to stunning Gilded Age mansions and hot dogs with personality. We also cover the latest buzz in the points and miles world, including the return of Instacart credits on several Chase cards (and yes, you can stack those benefits!). Whether you're walking the halls of The Breakers, catching the historic Bristol 4th of July parade, or grabbing a fun bite at Wally's Wieners, Newport is a magical destination for families and budget travelers alike. The episode also includes helpful hacks for using grocery delivery to stick to your travel budget and a reminder that domestic adventures can be just as exciting as those overseas—especially when points are involved.Submit Your Summer Road Trip Idea HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoMentioned in this EpisodeLink for Adding Chase Inks to InstacartLink for Adding Chase Cobranded Cards to InstacartNewport MansionsNewport Cliff WalkFastFerry To Martha's VineyardNantucket FerryAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksWe receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

Mary-Ellen McTague is a chef based in Manchester. She is the culinary driving force behind Aunbury, 4244, the Creameries and her newest venture, Pip at the Treehouse Hotel. Mary-Ellen is also the co-founder of Eat Well MCR, which has delivered almost 100,000 meals across Greater Manchester since 2020 to those sidelined by poverty. On the podcast, she tells Liv and Lara why, as a child, she would only eat orange cheese, why Lancashire hotpot is so nostalgic, her Eureka moment when she decided to become a chef – and where you should eat in Manchester.

Mary-Ellen McTague is a chef based in Manchester. She is the culinary driving force behind Aunbury, 4244, the Creameries and her newest venture, Pip at the Treehouse Hotel. Mary-Ellen is also the co-founder of Eat Well MCR, which has delivered almost 100,000 meals across Greater Manchester since 2020 to those sidelined by poverty. On the podcast, she tells Liv and Lara why, as a child, she would only eat orange cheese, why Lancashire hotpot is so nostalgic, her Eureka moment when she decided to become a chef – and where you should eat in Manchester.

We're thrilled to welcome back a returning guest and friend of the pod, Joy from Savvy Travel Mamas!When we first floated the idea of a Vegas episode, we were honestly a little skeptical—does Sin City really have anything to offer beyond the party scene? As family-focused travelers, we weren't sure it would resonate with our audience. But spoiler alert: we were totally wrong.Joy completely changed our perspective. From free and affordable attractions to stunning hikes and family-friendly experiences, she walks us through her surprisingly refreshing Vegas weekend getaway— which can be done using points ORRRRR a surprising hack that you might not have considered!Tune in to hear how Vegas can be more than neon lights and slot machines, and how you can plan an unforgettable trip without blowing your budget.Submit Your Summer Road Trip Series Story HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | Jo | JoyMentioned in this EpisodeEpisode 55 with Savvy Travel MamasGo City LinkAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links or the Daily Drop newsletter link that will allow you to access our affiliate links.We receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

Hi, Spring fans! In this installment I talk to Mary Ellen Bowman, a legendary Spring instructor!

Ep. 179 - Mary Ellen O'Meara, president of the Friends of the Malden Public Library, is the guest. Ed Lucey hosts. #02148Podcast #Malden #MaldenPublicLibrary #PublicLibrary #Library

This week on our Midweek Mini episode, we're going first but we want to hear from you next! We're diving into the things we wish we had known when we first started our journey into the world of points, miles, and travel rewards. From rookie mistakes to "a-ha!" moments, we're sharing the insights that could have saved us time, money, and missed opportunities.Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with reflections, tips, and lessons learned the hard way. Consider it the advice we wish someone had given us before our first credit card sign-up.But we also want to hear from you! What did we miss? What do you wish you'd known when you started?Join the conversation and let us know in the Facebook group, in our Instagram DMs, or by sending us a email at WonderlandonPoints@gmail.com. Your feedback might even make it into a future episode!Submit Your Summer Roadtrip Series Story HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links or the Daily Drop newsletter link that will allow you to access our affiliate links.We receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

This week on the Wonderland on Points Podcast, Mary Ellen is back from an unforgettable girls' trip to stunning St. Kitts—and she's spilling every detail! While Jo sadly couldn't make it, she's hearing all about it for the first time, right along with you.From scoring a steal of a business class flight on points to navigating arrival, transportation, and luxury accommodations (think $7,300 room for zero dollars), Mary Ellen breaks down exactly how this dream trip came together.Plus, don't miss the wild story that almost turned this vacation into a Dateline episode—yes, really!Get ready to be inspired, amazed, and maybe even a little bit jealous—and of course, learn how you can plan your own points-powered island escape.Submit Your Summer Roadtrip Series Story HEREFacebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links or the Daily Drop newsletter link that will allow you to access our affiliate links.We receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

A favorite story said to be told by Jesus the Christ is the one called the Parable of the Prodigal Son. This story is only found in the 15th chapter of Luke and reportedly told when the scribes and Pharisees were murmuring or complaining that Jesus welcomed everyone, even the sinners, to come and eat with them. Listen as Mary Ellen suggests that each character in the story represents an aspect of everyone and that "coming home" is the journey of everyone.Please follow the link below if you are guided to share a gift of appreciation for our podcasts.Support the show

Today on our Midweek Mini, we're diving into some seriously sad news — the beloved AMEX to Alaska Airlines transfer loophole (aka our secret weapon for booking awesome American Airlines flights) might be coming to an end. Word on the street is that this workaround is on its last legs, and we're breaking down what that could mean for our points strategy.Should we be moving points speculatively to lock in sweet redemptions while we still can? We've got thoughts — and a few tips to help you navigate what's next.Then, to cheer things up, we're capping off the episode with a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: our Summer Roadtrip Series is coming to your earbuds soon!

Adam Ross's second novel, Playworld, is one of the best-reviewed books of the year. A story “dipped in molten nostalgia and flecked with love and sadness,” according to The Washington Post, it was hailed immediately upon publication by The Los Angeles Times as “extraordinary” and by The New York Times as “a gorgeous cat's cradle of a book.” He is also the author of a previous novel, Mr. Peanut, which was selected as one of the best books of the year by The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Economist, and the story collection Ladies and Gentlemen, which featured a story entitled “In the Basement,” a finalist for the BBC International Story Prize. Adam has been the Mary Ellen von der Heyden fellow in fiction at the American Academy in Berlin, and a Hodder Fellow for Fiction at Princeton University. His non-fiction has appeared in The New York Times Book Review, The Daily Beast, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and other publications. Since 2017, he has been the editor of The Sewanee Review, the oldest, continuously published literary quarterly in the United States. He joins us to discuss his remarkable new novel, and the collaborative aspects of his work as one of our most acclaimed editors and novelists. Learn more about Adam Ross and the topics discussed in the episode: Adam Ross' Instagram Adam Ross' Facebook U.S. Center for Safesport Anthony Quinn's One Man Tango Please support the sponsors who support our show: John Kasich's Heaven Help Us (now available for pre-order) Ritani Jewelers Daniel Paisner's Balloon Dog Daniel Paisner's SHOW: The Making and Unmaking of a Network Television Pilot Heaven Help Us by John Kasich Unforgiving: Lessons from the Fall by Lindsey Jacobellis Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Libro.fm (ASTOLDTO) | 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 when you start your membership Film Freaks Forever! podcast, hosted by Mark Jordan Legan and Phoef Sutton Everyday Shakespeare podcast A Mighty Blaze podcast The Writer's Bone Podcast Network Misfits Market (WRITERSBONE) | $15 off your first order  Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Wizard Pins (WRITERSBONE) | 20% discount

The gruesome murder of Mary Ellen Stackhouse rocked her San Jose, CA neighborhood in 1963, and her attacker should have been in some kind of custody years prior to ever meeting her.  Sources Practice to Deceive, Ann Rule https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-san-francisco-examiner-mary-ellen-st/36091999/?locale=en-US https://www.seattlepi.com/local/sound/article/ONE-WOMAN-TWO-STORIES-Thomas-goes-from-2145215.php https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/53882997/mary_ellen-stackhouse https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/281031865/brenda_lee-billingsley_gard https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/281031402/robert_william-stackhouse https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/51009957/helme_m-hower https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-times-mary-ellen-stackhouse-san-jose/36092023/?locale=en-US https://www.seattleweekly.com/news/peggy-sue-thomas-drop-dead-gorgeous/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/678743000/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://www.newspapers.com/image/839492581/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://www.newspapers.com/image/1033178281/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://www.newspapers.com/image/1035207557/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://www.newspapers.com/image/693801168/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://www.newspapers.com/image/696435369/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://www.newspapers.com/image/458423417/?match=1&terms=mary%20ellen%20stackhouse https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Practice_to_Deceive

Mary Ellen O'Connor, founder of O'Connor Law, PLLC, joins us to discuss how she hires, retains, and works with remote team members. This episode and the next several will feature PILMMA speakers in our “Spotlight on PILMMA” podcast series. Mary Ellen also covers what she is looking forward to the most at PILMMA Super Summit 2025! Visit Mary Ellen online here: https://www.nyworkerslaw.com/our-team/mary-ellen-oconnor/. We'll be at PILMMA Super Summit 2025: https://optimizemyfirm.com/pilmma-2025/. See all episodes or subscribe to the Personal Injury Marketing Minute here: https://optimizemyfirm.com/podcasts/. Transcript: Welcome to the Personal Injury Marketing Minute, where we quickly cover the hot topics in the legal marketing world. I'm your host, Lindsey Busfield. When it comes to SEO, we have long known that you need to hire the best of the best in order to move the needle. As it so happens, the best of the best didn't all decide to move to Raleigh, North Carolina, so we hire remotely. Our web developers in Texas, our Google Business Profile expert is in Ohio, and we have writers in a handful of additional states. That way, we can source the right talent for the job. The same is true in the legal field. In order to best serve your clients, as well as your operational needs, you might You might need to look beyond your own hometown for the right professionals. Continuing our Spotlight on PILMMA series, Mary Ellen O'Connor of O'Connor Law in New York joins us today to share some insights on remote hiring, her presentation topic at the upcoming PILMMA conference. Thank you so much for joining us today.   Mary Ellen Oh, thank you so much for having me, Lindsey. I really appreciate it.   Lindsey Well, tell us a bit about yourself and about your practice.   Mary Ellen So I am the owner of O'Connor Law, and we've been in business for almost 16 years now, and we represent injured workers in the state of New York. When they're injured on the job, we have five attorneys and a support staff of 25. So we've been growing particularly fast over the past four or five years, and it's mostly due to remote work.   Lindsey Well, and with that sustained growth and, you know, exponential growth over the past several years, getting the right people in place to... scaffold that growth and make sure that your operations are supported is necessary if you want to be able to build out and continue to grow long term. And so clearly, you know, as you said, you have hired remotely. Why do you consider remote hiring to be necessary in this situation?   Mary Ellen So I think that remote hiring provides you with not just the opportunity to open up the market to the best and the brightest, but also, from my own experience, I actually started working in 2005. So back when remote work was sort of, you know, not a non thing. And I remember when I got hired and they told me I could work remotely, I didn't actually believe them. So, you know, I know that when the CEO of the insurance company said to me, hey, why are you on calendar next week on September 7th? It's the first day of school, don't you have children? And I said, yeah. Yes, I've only been here three weeks. I don't have any time to take. And he's like, well, work from home that day. So I was like, I'm not allowed. I'm still on the six-month probation. And he was like, I'm the CEO. I just said to work from home. And it started a relationship with someone that had my full dedication because it provided me with an opportunity to never really have to give up being a mother and or being an attorney. Now, you really can't have it all. But this was the best of both worlds where I could work from home, pop in for that 15-minute pumpkin story that they needed to read and then run back home and not miss work and not miss the event. So being afforded that opportunity also then gave me a dedicati...

Award-winning bond manager Mary Ellen Stanek is finding unusual opportunities in the recent bond market turmoil. She shares what they are and her advice to investors on handling unsettling markets. WEALTHTRACK episode 2142 broadcast on April 18, 2025

This week on our Midweek Mini episode, we're sharing a truly chilling cautionary tale. One of our listeners recently experienced something that left us completely stunned — a major lesson in what can go wrong when adding someone as an authorized user.We've honestly never heard of a situation quite like this before. It's eye-opening, a little scary, and definitely something anyone in the points and miles world needs to hear.We hope this story helps you better understand the risks involved, how to protect yourself, and how to make smarter decisions as you build your strategy in this hobby.Facebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoMentioned in this EpisodeCredit Score EpisodeFreezing Your Credit EpisodeAffiliate Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!Mary Ellen's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkJo's Chase Sapphire Preferred LinkSign up for the Daily Drop NewsletterCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links or the Daily Drop newsletter link that will allow you to access our affiliate links.We receive a small commission when you use our links. This is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

For many Holy Week has been seen as something that only happened in the life of Jesus the Christ. Listen as Mary Ellen shares some metaphysical meanings and lessons to be found within Palm Sunday and Holy Week which are always applicable...even in today's world.   Support the show

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Mary Ellen Matthews has been photographing the hosts and musical guests at SNL for 25 years. Hear about her creative process and peek in to a side of SNL you may not know. Mary Ellen might have the coolest job in the city, and her artistic approach is inspiring! Plus, a woo woo encounter she had just in time for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this episode, Kelsey chats with Mary Ellen from the Wonderland on Points podcast and @familytravel4thewin on Instagram to hear all about her family of 5's 4-night getaway to the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in the Bahamas. Traveling in January 2025, Mary Ellen shares how she booked both flights and hotel entirely on points, plus her tips for saving on food while still enjoying the best the resort has to offer. From daily fun at the Baha Bay waterpark (included in your stay!) to choosing budget-friendly dining options and navigating the resort with kids of all ages, this episode is packed with helpful insights for families dreaming of a warm-weather escape.Mentioned in this episode:- LINK to $25 travel toddler cot: https://amzlink.to/az01SvOlw8T3Z- LINK to big-kid inflatable (with foot) sleeping mat: https://amzlink.to/az0wCGVzlVgpS- LINK to flat-packed sand toys: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/qhZqz- Baha Mar Resort Hotels: Rosewood, SLS, Grand Hyatt- Baha Bay Waterpark- Hyatt Guest of Honor Reward and Hyatt Globalist Status- Kraven App- John Batiste's Jazz Club at Baha Mar- FlightConnections.com- Mary Ellen's Facebook Group: Traveling on PointsBUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygravesFOLLOW: Kelsey on Instagram & TikTokSHOP: Kelsey's Travel Favorites from her Amazon storefront.SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: triptalespodcast@gmail.com PARTNER DISCOUNT CODESCOZY EARTH - 40% off Bamboo Sheets that feel like hotel luxury with code: CE-KELSEYGRAVES BLING2O - 10% OFF Bling2o kids ski or swim goggles with code: KELSEYSPANX.COM - Use code KGRAVESXSPANX for 15% OFF full-price items and FREE SHIPPING. My current fav travel outfit is the Air Essentials Jumpsuit. CHASE SAPPHIRE CREDIT CARD - My preferred points earning credit card and a great card for newbies entering the points & miles space to get started. Ope...

What does it mean to be spiritual? What would it take for you or anyone else to become spiritual? Mathew 5th chapter contains many of the teachings of Jesus about this. Listen as Mary Ellen shares her thoughts about what it means to be spiritual.Support the show

Mary Ellen Pleasant was an entrepreneur, abolitionist, and one of the most powerful women of the 19th century. From her early years navigating the Underground Railroad to amassing a fortune in San Francisco, Mary Ellen used her wealth and influence to fight for civil rights, challenge racial injustice, and shape the future for Black Americans. But history hasn't always been kind to her legacy—was she a fearless activist, a savvy businesswoman, or something more? Join us as we unravel the fascinating, and often overlooked, story of the woman known as the "Mother of Civil Rights in California." Follow us on IG: @homance_chronicles Connect with us: linktr.ee/homance Send us a Hoe of History request: homancepodcast@gmail.com

What is the greatest commandment? When asked this,  Jesus said it is to "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” (Matthew 22:37-40)This sounds good. But what about someone who you feel is just unlovable? What about someone who doesn't deserve love? Maybe it feels like you don't deserve love.  Listen as Mary Ellen speaks to the why and how of loving any unlovable that you may have in your thoughts and life. Support the show

Welcome back to SNL Stories, our interview podcast series where the Saturday Night Network catches up with SNL alumni from all eras of the show! Our next guest is Mary Ellen Matthews, who is Saturday Night Live's Resident Photographer, having worked at the show since 1993. In this podcast, Mary Ellen joins us to discuss her process taking weekly bumper portraits as well as her new book, The Art of the SNL Portrait, on sale now!We hope you enjoy this interview hosted by Jon Schneider & James Stephens!The video version of our interview is available here: https://youtu.be/2s3Y5nS3gak-------Welcome to the official Saturday Night Network podcast feed, where you will hear audio from our weekly roundtables discussing all things SNL. Podcast hosts, journalists, and superfans will look back at the entire history of Saturday Night Live and talk about how the legacy of Season 50 compares to all eras of the show.Make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesnlnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and subscribe on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thesnlnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to never miss an episode!Catch up on other interviews:SNL Stories: Punkie Johnson (Dec 2, 2024)⁠SNL Stories: Mary Gross (Sept 5, 2024)⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Dan Aykroyd & Jim Belushi (Aug 29, 2024)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Denny Dillon & Gail Matthius (July 31, 2024)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠James Austin Johnson Season 49 Interview (June 6, 2024)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Bobby Moynihan Returns (Mar 25, 2024)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Christine Ebersole (Mar 20, 2024)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andrew Dismukes Season 49 Interview (Jan 23, 2024)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Punkie Johnson Season 49 Interview (Oct 17, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Oz Rodriguez (August 16, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Connie Crawford (June 19, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Heidi Gardner Season 48 Interview (June 12, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Aristotle Athari (May 22, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mikey Day Season 48 Interview (Apr 13, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Darrell Hammond (Mar 20, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Denny Dillon (Feb 15, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Neil Levy (Jan 19, 2023)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Bobby Moynihan (Dec 16, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Michael Streeter (Dec 9, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Paul Shaffer (Nov 23, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Jeffrey Gurian (Sept 1, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Tom "Bones" Malone (Aug 17, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Redd on Season 47 (June 24, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Mitchell Kriegman (June 15, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Keith Raywood (April 1, 2022)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Dean Edwards (Dec 1, 2021)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stories: Judy Belushi Pisano (Nov 5, 2021)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Siobhan Fallon Hogan (Aug 10, 2021)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Director Don Roy King (May 4, 2021)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNL Stats Roundtable with Gary Kroeger (Apr 6, 2021)

Gertrude Chandler Warner's most well known writing is "The Boxcar Children." But that series is far from the only professional writing Chandler did – she made a career as a writer while also teaching elementary school for decades. Research: Abate, M.A. Not Hoovervilles, But Hooch: Gertrude Chandler Warner’s The Boxcar Childrenand The Roaring Twenties. Child Lit Educ 47, 257–266 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10583-016-9275-5 Braccidiferro, Gail. “The Boxcar Children: A Museum Caper.” New York Times. June 20, 2004. https://www.nytimes.com/2004/06/20/nyregion/the-boxcar-children-a-museum-caper.html Crowe, Chris. “Young Adult Literature: Rescuing Reluctant Readers.” The English Journal, vol. 88, no. 5, 1999, pp. 113–16. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/821799 Ellsworth, Mary Ellen. “Gertrude Chandler Warner and the Boxcar Children.” Albert Whitman & Company. Morton Grove, Illinois. 1997. Lindberg, Mary Anne. “Survival Literature in Children’s Fiction.” Elementary English, vol. 51, no. 3, 1974, pp. 329–35. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41387166 Meese, Ruth Lyn. “MODERN FAMILY: Adoption and Foster Care in Children’s Literature.” The Reading Teacher, vol. 66, no. 2, 2012, pp. 129–37. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/23322722 Tolentino, Jia. “’The Boxcar Children and the Spirit of Capitalism.” The New Yorker. June 2, 2016. https://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/the-boxcar-children-and-the-spirit-of-capitalism#:~:text=The%20second%20time%20that%20Gertrude,and%20family%20and%20life's%20rewards. Warner, Gertrude Chandler. “The Box-Car Children.” Rand McNally. Chicago/New York. 1924. Accessed online: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/42796/42796-h/42796-h.htm Warner, Gertrude Chandler. “Good Americans: First Lessons for the Littlest Ones.” Educational Publishing Company. Boston. New York. London. 1926. Accessed online: https://books.google.com/books?id=gONow7KFCB0C&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_ge_summary_r&cad=0#v=onepage&q&f=false Warner, Gertrude Chandler. “The House of Delight.” Pilgrim Press. 1916. Accessed online: https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/62714/pg62714-images.html Warner, Gertrude Chandler. “Star Stories for Little Folks.” Pilgrim Press. Boston, Chicago. 1918. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/starstoriesforli00warn/page/8/mode/2up Warner, Frances and Gertrude. “Life’s Minor Collisions.” Houghton Mifflin. Boston and New York. 1921. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/lifesminorcollis00warnrich/page/n9/mode/2up See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the podcast this week, we are honored to welcome Christendom College Theology professor, Mary Ellen Stanford, who gives us a wonderful understanding of the differences between spouses and how it's all a part of God's great design in bringing fruit to marriages and thereby to the world.Links:The Obedience Paradox: Finding True Freedom in Marriage

"Prayer - Communion between God and man. This communion takes place in the Innermost part of man's being. Prayer is the most highly accelerated mind action known. It steps up mental action until man's consciousness synchronizes with the Christ Mind." The Revealing Word published by Unity.Listen as Mary Ellen shares a practical and useable message that may offer you a new insight and concept of prayer. Follow the link below if you appreciate our podcasts and are guided to share a gift. Blessings from Larry and Mary Ellen.Support the show

Dr. Britton was the first black woman in Kentucky to practice medicine... but there is so much more to her story! Born in Lexington in 1855, she grew up a free black citizen and went to private schools in Lexington, then Berea college. She studied medicine in Battle Creek, Michigan under Dr. Kellogg. Dr. Britton helped open the Colored Orphans home in Lexington. She caused a stir at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. She protested the Separate Coach bill in the 1890s- her speech later published in the Lexington Herald-Leader.She was a teacher, writer, doctor and activist. *This episode briefly mentions suicide. Listener discretion is advised.Let me know what you think of the episode by leaving a comment on Spotify or sending an email to kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.com.My mailing address is: Jessie Bartholomew9115 Leesgate Rd, Suite ALouisville, KY 40222I research, write, record and edit every episode. If you'd like to leave me a tip you can Venmo me, @kyhistoryhauntsLinks:https://bereaky.gov/for-visitors/community-profile/history/https://networks.h-net.org/node/2289/blog/ky-woman-suffrage/2574422/1887-speech-mary-e-britton-danville-woman-suffragehttps://www.jstor.org/stable/23384055?read-now=1&seq=11#page_scan_tab_contents

Today on our Midweek Mini, Mary Ellen is flying solo while Jo is out sick with the flu. In this episode, she dives deep into an essential topic: freezing your credit. With identity theft becoming more and more prevalent, freezing your credit is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself—and best of all, it's completely free!Mary Ellen takes you step by step through the process of freezing your credit with all three major bureaus, making it easy for anyone to do. She also explains how to temporarily “thaw” your credit when applying for a new card, so you can unlock the benefits without risking your security.To wrap things up, she shares some insider tips about how keeping certain bureaus frozen can actually improve your chances of qualifying for specific cards, especially if some of your scores are lower than others.Packed with practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in the points and miles community, or really anyone who wants to stay ahead in the fight against identity theft. Don't miss it!Facebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoMentioned in this EpisodeFreeze Your ExperianFreeze Your TransUnionFreeze Your EquiFaxAffiliate LinksCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links.Using our links is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

This week on the Wonderland on Points Podcast, Mary Ellen shares all the details of her incredible medical service trip to Cape Town, South Africa. While this wasn't a points and miles trip, we've done the research so you can turn it into an affordable family vacation on points. We provide recommendations for flights, accommodations, and AMAZING activities to make your trip unforgettable. The beauty and affordability of this area really surprised us, and it's now on both of our bucket lists for places to bring our families.Facebook Group | Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeFind Us On InstagramMary Ellen | JoMentioned in This EpisodeMary Ellen's Driver Recommendation: Mark- WhatsApp # 27 82 34 37 493Affiliate LinksCredit Card Affiliate LinksThe above link includes referrals for almost all travel cards (AMEX, CapitalOne, co-branded cards)If you need Chase links please reach out! We would be happy to send you our personal referral links.Using our links is an amazing way to show your support for the show at no cost to you ❤️

Speaker and author Brian Kluth has been deeply involved in the generosity space for decades and has thought deeply about how to effectively communicate the joy and adventure that is to be had in the generous life. For the last forty years, Brian has been teaching biblical financial principles and helping countless people discover the joy of living a generous life through international seminars, books, and other written materials.   Brian and his wife, Mary Ellen, have also begun many works as generosity mobilizers. In partnership with many other organizations, these works are helping to improve the lives of millions in Africa and around the world by providing solutions for basic needs and sharing the Gospel. Brian is overflowing with stories of generosity and risky faith that are sure to build faith and inspire.   Major Topics Include: Brian's transformative salvation story Seven simple, biblical keys to generosity Why to separate your giving money from your living money How he and he wife give according to God's blessings How living with a finish line prepared him for life with a pastor's salary The evolution of the modern generosity movement Becoming a “donkey for Christ” in Africa The magnifying impact of partnerships Tips for staying focused when you're growing tired QUOTES TO REMEMBER “Generosity is God's crazy mathematics. when you honor God, you're inviting Him into your financial life.” “God helps you in ways you can't even imagine.” “You cannot buy your way to contentment. Contentment doesn't come from getting everything you want; it comes from being thankful for everything you already have and sharing it.” “I have one goal in life: to one day hear ‘Well done good and faithful servant.'” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Global Generosity Pledge 30-Day Devotional and 40-Day Devotional (Generosity Pledge) Gospel Lights Sandi House Healthy Charity National Christian Foundation (see our interview with President Emeritus, David Wills) Generous Giving (see our interviews with cofounders Todd Harper and David Wills and CEO, April Chapman) Crown Financial Ministries Ronald Blue and Co., CPA (see our interview with founder, Ron Blue) Generosity Path Generous Church (see our interview with founder Patrick Johnson) Kingdom Advisors (see our interview with founder, Ron Blue) Faith Driven Investor Faith Driven Entrepreneur Christian Economic Forum Compass Financial Ministries The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group BIBLE REFERENCES FROM THE SHOW Ephesians 4:28 | A Thief No More   Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.   John 7:38 | Rivers of Living Water   Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.'”   1 Corinthians 16:2 | First-Fruits Giving   On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside and store it up, as he may prosper, so that there will be no collecting when I come.   1 Timothy 6:6-7 | Contentment But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. 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.

Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget besties, we've got a real treat for you today! Our guest, Mary Ellen, is a teacher, a mom of three boys, and a dedicated budgeter who's so close to getting a paycheck ahead—but just needed a little guidance to connect the dots. If you've ever felt like your money disappears before you even decide what to do with it, this episode is for you! We break down exactly how to structure your budget when you're dealing with multiple pay schedules, how to stop feeling like you're playing financial catch-up, and the simple mindset shift that will help you take control of your cash flow. Plus, we tackle what to do with inconsistent income (hello, commission-based pay!) and how to make sure those extra dollars actually move the needle toward your goals. By the end of this convo, Mary Ellen has a solid plan to not only get a paycheck ahead but also start saving with intention and tackling debt with a clear strategy. And guess what? You can, too! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall  2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook  3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget  4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It's the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching  "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!"