Podcasts about mission trips

A mission trip to Georgia was supposed to be one of the least likely places for a ghost story to begin.Chris and several other members of his church youth group were staying with local families while helping run a vacation Bible school. Everything felt normal enough until the middle of the first night, when one of the boys woke up terrified after seeing someone standing silently in the bedroom doorway.At first, Chris brushed it off. A tired homeowner checking on the guests. Someone sleepwalking. Anything except what it seemed to be.Then the next night, another group sleeping in a different room experienced the exact same thing.And when they finally mentioned it to the family hosting them, the response they got made the entire house feel very different.#RealGhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #GhostStories #ShadowFigure #HauntedHouse #TrueGhostStory #ChurchTrip #ParanormalEncounter #ThingsThatCantBeExplained #DoorwayGhostLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Send us Fan Mail"They thought God had forgotten them."In this episode, Manuel shares stories of answered prayers, unexpected generosity, and the people who inspire him to keep showing up with joy.This conversation is a beautiful reminder that no one is forgotten.

In this extraordinary episode Reagan talks with Ryan Skoog who is an author and the founder and president of VENTURE, a nonprofit that works in the toughest places of the world, serving war refugees, trafficked people, oppressed children, and the unreached.  Ryan shares personal stories about encountering benevolent angels, the demonic, miracles of God and the power of the Lord Jesus Christ that has transformed his life to reach the darkest places of the world. Ryan co-authored the book, "Lead with Prayer" which has moved many around the world to use their faith in Christ to pray without ceasing for God's Kingdom to come to earth as it is in heaven.  Ryan explains how the global church is exploding around the world even through persecution and intense evil and through the power of prayer people are encountering the love of Jesus as they get set free from the demonic chains of the enemy! This conversation will inspire you to see prayer not as an afterthought, but as the central strategy of the Christian life. Resources: More from the Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | Youtube Guest: Ryan Skoog, Co-Founder & President of Venture.org, Author of Lead with Prayer Ryan Skoog: https://www.leadwithprayer.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/ryanskoog/ This Episode is brought to you by  Advanced Medicine Alternatives Get back to the active life you love through natural & regenerative musculoskeletal healing: https://www.georgekramermd.com/ Episode Highlights (02:00) – Childhood Fear & Angel Encounter Ryan recalls growing up with intense anxiety until a supernatural angelic visitation changed his life: “I heard a voice say, I'm guarding your house. You don't have to be afraid.” That encounter set him on a path of boldness—leading him into war zones, Bible smuggling, and fearless ministry. (04:30) – The Global Church Is Exploding Ryan explains how the church is growing faster today than at any point in history, especially in places considered unsafe, unreached, and under-resourced. (10:30) – Learning from the Global Church Ryan challenges Western believers to sit at the feet of persecuted Christians: (12:30) – The Power of Prayer in Leadership Ryan shares research revealing that many Western leaders pray less as they gain experience—contrary to Jesus' example of withdrawing more often to be with the Father. The book Lead with Prayer was born out of hundreds of interviews with global leaders whose prayer lives looked remarkably similar. (15:00) – Mama Rose's Story One of the most moving testimonies: a woman whose home was bombed seven times, who stared down a cobra while bombs fell, and who now cares for thousands of orphans. Her prayer habit? “I tithe my time—two and a half hours with Jesus every day.” (17:30) – Prayer as Friendship with Jesus From war zones to Wall Street, Ryan highlights how true prayer is rooted in relationship: (19:16) – Walking with God Daily Reagan reflects on her own prayer walks and how they mirror the global church's simple yet profound practice of abiding in Christ. 20:59Walking with God: A Return to Eden Ryan reflects on Genesis and Acts 3, describing how sin interrupted our walk with God—and how Christ restores it. “Repent and believe… so the cool of the day may return.” 23:14Crisis & Nightmares: The Catalyst for Change During COVID, Ryan's business collapsed—and his daughter was tormented by terrifying nightmares connected to their ministry. 24:08“You've Never Cried Alone” Ryan recounts an emotional encounter with Jesus. He sees Christ weeping with him—a moment that reveals the deep empathy of God. 28:25Jesus Weeps With Us The host reflects on a past ministry experience where someone saw Jesus weeping with a rape survivor—prompting a powerful conversation on the mystery of suffering and Christ's compassion. “Jesus is weeping with you. He continually intercedes for us.” 30:28Adoption, War, and Jesus' Presence Ryan shares the harrowing story of adopting a girl whose father was tortured in Myanmar. After surviving unimaginable trauma, she experienced a healing vision of Jesus telling her: “You're safe now.” 31:55From Night Terrors to Peace Since that moment with Jesus, she has not had a single night terror. Though still healing, the transformation began in one moment of divine presence. 32:18God's Special Grace for the Vulnerable Ryan and the host reflect on how children—especially those with special needs or trauma—often experience heaven in unique, personal ways. “Why would we think otherwise? Our God is so good.” 33:22Karma vs. the Gospel: Identity and Worth in Nepal Ryan explains how Hindu and Buddhist worldviews contribute to generational oppression and trafficking—especially among the Badi people in Nepal, known nationally as “the trafficked caste.” “Until the gospel comes in and transforms their identity… they believe they deserve to be abused.” 34:48The Gospel is Exploding Despite deep-rooted oppression, the gospel is transforming hearts around the world. One academic missions expert summed it up: “Jesus is crushing it.” 36:47When Prayer Doesn't Make Sense (But You Obey Anyway) Even when the Spirit's answer seems illogical, obedience is the path of wisdom and safety. 38:13When Partners Are Imprisoned or Martyred Heart-wrenching updates from global partners, some of whom are jailed or martyred for sharing the gospel. “We created a separate fund for the widows of martyred and imprisoned partners.” 38:46Their Prayer: Let the Gospel Go Fast Despite persecution, these leaders pray not for safety but for speed—that the good news would spread rapidly. 40:02Stop Selling, Start Loving The global church models evangelism not as performance or pressure, but as presence, prayer, and love. “In America, we don't pray as much and feel like we need to be salesmen.” 40:36 — Neuroscience and Prayer Habits Research shows: 20 minutes of prayer a day for 8 weeks can literally rewire your brain—reducing fear, anxiety, and increasing joy and openness. “Our bodies are wired to fight prayer. We have to train them.” 41:49 — Free Prayer Tools Ryan mentions free downloadable prayer habit cards at LeadWithPrayer.com, designed to help individuals, families, and ministries build consistent, life-giving prayer rhythms. 43:06 — Fighting for His Daughter in Prayer Ryan shares a personal, vulnerable story of laying face-down outside his daughter's room for months, praying for breakthrough. “I don't know why it took so long—but there is a war.” 43:45 — Spiritual Battles Are Real A chilling moment of spiritual connection: a man in South East Asia has identical nightmares to Ryan's daughter—confirming they were fighting the same battle from across the world. “We were fighting together.” 46:22 — With Him, Either Way Whether through cancer, trauma, or unanswered prayer, being with Jesus is always the goal. The joy of the global church often comes from this eternal mindset. “If the goal of life is to be like Jesus, then cancer was finishing school.” 47:57 — Your Kids Aren't Your Own Surrendering your children to God's leadership is painful—but essential. Whether it's through a miracle or a challenge, they are gifts to steward. “The gifts are both miracles and challenges.” 52:04 — Intimacy Through Surrender The most profound joy comes not from ease, but from intimacy with God in suffering. Every story in Lead With Prayer ends the same way: it was worth it, because He was there. “Desire His presence… even when you don't know what's next.”  

What happens when advocacy turns into lived experience?In this powerful episode, Freedom Challenge Director Tracy Daugherty sits down with Teresa Vardilos and Jennifer Lemburg to reflect on their recent mission trip to Pattaya, Thailand, where they served alongside the Tamar Center, a long-standing ministry supporting women affected by sexual exploitation.Teresa and Jennifer share what it was like to move from knowing the statistics to standing face-to-face with the realities of human trafficking. Through stories of bar outreach, prayer walks on Soi 6, haircuts, gel nail classes, and deep relational ministry, they reveal how God meets people through consistency, compassion, and presence—not forced transformation.This conversation explores the emotional and spiritual weight of witnessing injustice, the importance of preparation and prayer, and how anger, grief, hope, and faith can coexist. It's a raw, honest look at what it means to say yes when God invites us into hard places—and how that yes can transform both the giver and the receiver.---Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/0U4TD2oVeoMRead the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2026/3/18/trafficking-in-thailand---Want to learn more? The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.comOperation Mobilization USA: omusa.orgInstagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusa

Serving the World: Travel, Impact & Adventure with Kimberly Haley-Coleman What if your next vacation could change not only your perspective—but someone else's life, too? In this episode of The Travel Brats Podcast, we sit down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, the founder and Executive Director of Globe Aware, to explore what it really means to travel with purpose. With more than 25 years of experience leading short-term volunteer adventures in over 25 countries, Founder of Globe Aware, Kimberly Haley Coleman, has helped thousands of travelers turn meaningful impact into a core part of their journey. Her work has been featured on major platforms like CNN, The Today Show, and The New York Times—and for good reason. This conversation goes beyond travel tips. It's about shifting your mindset from simply seeing the world to truly connecting with it. How It All Started: The Traveler Behind the Mission Kimberly's love for travel didn't start with a perfectly curated itinerary—it started with curiosity and connection. Inspired early on by a sense of global wonder, she began traveling internationally and quickly realized that the most meaningful experiences weren't found in tourist attractions—but in human connection. That realization became the foundation for her nonprofit, Globe Aware. What began as a vision to connect travelers with communities around the world has grown into a globally recognized nonprofit offering structured, ethical, and sustainable service programs. And while Kimberly has traveled across Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Africa, it's not just the destinations that stand out—it's the people, the resilience, and the shared humanity she's encountered along the way. Redefining “Volunteer Travel” Let's address the elephant in the room: Is volunteer travel just “poverty tourism”? Kimberly doesn't shy away from this conversation. She explains that ethical, impactful travel is about partnership—not saviorism. It's about working with communities, not for them. The goal isn't to “fix” anything—it's to support locally driven initiatives in a meaningful and sustainable way. What Ethical Travel Looks Like: Programs led by or in partnership with local communities Projects that address real, ongoing needs—not short-term optics Cultural exchange that goes both ways Green Flags to Look For: Transparency about where your time and money go Long-term relationships within the community A balance between service and cultural immersion Red Flags: Programs that center the volunteer over the community Lack of clear impact or follow-through “Feel-good” experiences with no sustainable outcome What a Globe Aware Trip Actually Feels Like So what does a week of service travel really look like? Imagine landing in a destination like Peru. You're welcomed into a community, introduced to your project, and quickly become part of something bigger than yourself. Over the course of the week, you might: Help build infrastructure, like schools or housing Support environmental or conservation efforts Work alongside locals on community-driven initiatives And no, you don't need special skills or to speak the language. What you do need is an open mind. Travelers often leave these trips surprised—not just by what they've seen, but by what they've learned about themselves. There's growth, perspective, and yes… sometimes even tears. Because when you step outside your comfort zone, you start to see the world—and your place in it—differently. Balancing Impact & Adventure One of the most unique aspects of Globe Aware trips is the balance. You're not volunteering 24/7. Typically, about 30 hours of your week are dedicated to service, leaving plenty of time to explore, experience local culture, and enjoy the destination. It's not about sacrificing travel—it's about enhancing it. The Personal Growth Side of Travel Kimberly's journey isn't just about building a nonprofit—it's about what travel taught her along the way. Leaving a high-level corporate career to pursue Globe Aware came with challenges, but also clarity. Through her work, she's learned: Resilience from communities facing adversity The power of connection across cultures That leadership looks different around the world And after more than two decades, what still moves her most? The people. Who Is This Type of Travel For? Short answer: almost everyone. Globe Aware trips are designed for: Solo travelers looking for a deeper connection Families wanting meaningful shared experiences Students seeking perspective before entering the workforce Corporate teams building a purpose-driven culture There are minimal age restrictions, and no prior experience is required. Practical Tips Before You Go If you're considering a service trip, here's what Kimberly recommends: Mentally prepare: Go in with humility, not expectations. Stay open: You're there to learn just as much as you are to help. Don't stress about skills: Your presence and willingness matter more than expertise. Safety: Programs are structured and vetted—safety is always a priority. The Bigger Picture: Can Travel Change the World? Kimberly believes it can. When people experience different cultures firsthand, it fosters empathy, understanding, and connection—things the world needs more of. Her hope for the future of travel? That more travelers shift from asking “What can I get from this trip?” to “What can I give—and what can I learn?” Final Thoughts This episode is a reminder that travel isn't just about where you go—it's about how you show up when you get there. And sometimes, the most unforgettable trips aren't the ones where you saw the most—but the ones where you felt the most. Ready to travel with purpose? If you've been wanting a trip that goes beyond sightseeing—one where you can truly make an impact, learn about a culture, and connect with locals while exploring incredible destinations—this is your sign. We've partnered with Globe Aware to help YOU experience a different kind of travel: one-week service adventures in places like Peru, Costa Rica, Cambodia, and more. You'll spend part of your trip assisting and connecting with local communities—while also discovering the culture, food, and beauty of each destination. No special skills needed—just an open mind and a willingness to show up and immerse yourself. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we'd love to help you get started. Email us at thetravelbrats@gmail.com with the subject line “GLOBE AWARE TRIP”, and we'll send you a code for $100 off your first Globe Aware booking. Let's travel differently—more meaning, more connection, more impact. Listen to the Episode Ready to explore Europe beyond the tourist traps? This episode is packed with travel tips, cultural insights, and destination inspiration to help you plan a more meaningful trip.   Read the full blog post here: https://thetravelbrats.com/serving-the-world-travel-impact-adventure-with-kimberly-haley-coleman/   Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/mAIjo83mCCo   Visit tenontours.com and include the code TRAVELBRAT300 to your initial trip request or provide it when you first connect with your Travel Designer.

In this episode of YMU, Rebecca, Isaiah, Josh, and Danny discuss the very practical topic of rooming assignments for retreats and mission trips, as the summer youth ministry retreat and mission trip season approaches. They discuss various perspectives of how to handle rooming assignments with teenagers, as well as how to handle when students are not happy about who they are rooming with at a retreat or mission trip. They also discuss how they go about making room assignments, how they assign adult volunteers to rooms, and how to handle discipline issues with students in rooming situations at overnight activities.  Register to join us on Wednesday, June 3 at 1:00 CT for our next Rooted Webinar: Preparing for Summer Camp and Youth Service Trips Practical Advice for Planning Your Next Youth Retreat by Josh Hussung Planning Effective Youth Mission Trips by Ben Birdsong Summer Camp Parent Packet Sample by Josh Hussung Follow the YMU podcast and download it wherever you find your podcasts. Registration is open for the 2026 Rooted Conference in Nashville! Hosted by: Danny Kwon, author of Teenagers and Mental Health; Becca Heck, M. Div. from Reformed Theological Seminary; Isaiah Marshall, Rooted's Director of Ministry Development; and Josh Hussung, M. Div. in Pastor Studies from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

What if the key to transforming an entire organization started at the bottom? Marcia McKingley Lewis, founder of Kingdom Creative Solutions, spent three decades in healthcare operations before turning a deeply personal experience into a revolutionary coaching philosophy. As the creator of the Leadership Ripple Effect, she helps business owners, nonprofits, and senior-level executives beat burnout, calm the waters of conflict, and elevate their entire organization — one team at a time. Marcia is also a BrandFace client, and you'll hear about the branding journey that's helping her mission reach even further. Episode Highlights:   01:25 Origin Story in Healthcare 05:16 Mission Trips and Disparities 05:57 Why Advocacy Matters 07:56 Rising Through the Ranks 12:53 Leadership Ripple Effect 24:46 Raising Teams Rising Tides 27:23 Brand Breakthroughs and Assets 34:31 Advice and Taking the Leap 38:18 How to Connect with Marcia McKingley-Lewis   Show Links:  KingdomCreativeSolutions.org Marcia McKingley-Lewis' LinkedIn

Mission trips and service projects can be meaningful for students—but planning them well takes more than good intentions. Brad M. Griffin chats with Carlos Piñero of YouthWorks and youth leaders Dick Lee and Jen Bradbury about why mission trips still have value in youth ministry today, and what the caveats are to that statement! They share real-world examples of some of their best practices from over the years, and what they are continuing to learn.   This season explores mission trips, or service trips, and why they can still be a really valuable part of youth ministry. But the key, as we hear from youth pastors and ministry leaders, is that planning them well takes more than good intentions. Episodes in this season will explore cultural humility, alternative ideas to a trip, and how to process a trip with your students.  This season is brought to you by the On-The-Go Youth Leader resources Faith & Mission Collection (Discussion Guides, Prayer Activities, Youth Leader Guides), and created through support from Tenx10. Mentioned in this episode: Get the free Youth Leader Guide on Intergenerational Mission Projects Youth ministry resources: Faith & Mission Collection (Discussion Guides, Prayer Activities, Youth Leader Guides). YouthWorks: Immersive service experiences across North America 00:00 - Introductions 05:33 - Why still do trips? 15:00 - How to prepare students to enter communities with humility 22:05 - Free Youth Leader Guide for Intergenerational Service Projects 22:32 - Practices for long-term discipleship vs. quick emotional highs 31:50 - Preparation, processing, and follow-up 40:33 - Final word: Why are mission trips still valuable?

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a family chooses obedience over comfort and steps into the unknown? In this powerful episode, Angie Taylor sits down with Alison and Brody Howard, a mother-son duo who share their life changing experience on their first international mission trip to Guatemala.From financial uncertainty to radical faith, from culture shock to deep emotional transformation, their story reveals how serving others reshapes perspective, purpose, and what it truly means to live a meaningful life. This conversation beautifully connects real-life testimony with the deeper idea that joy is found not in comfort or success—but in service, sacrifice, and surrender.Connect with Angie Taylor on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrsangietaylor/?hl=enFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090424997350

Welcome back to a very special "Reunion Show" edition of The Almost Amazing Podcast! After a long hiatus due to the CityRise "Pathways" campaign, Jennifer Dennis, Justin Kellough, and Ashley Miksch are finally back in the studio to catch up on everything that's been happening in their lives. In this episode, the team dives into the complexities of work relationships, sharing honest stories about the struggle of not letting your boss "get in your head" and the unique challenges of being friends with the people you work for. Ashley shares incredible stories from her recent mission trip to Ecuador with 13 seniors, where they served local villages through One Heart Missions. Meanwhile, Justin discusses his deep dive into Greek midterm studies and the "lent thing" that changed his perspective on secular media. Finally, Jennifer gives us a candid (and slightly hilarious) look at her recent "Spring Break" spent navigating medical appointments.

Send us Fan MailHow do we raise truly happy kids and help them develop a faith that actually lasts?What if those two goals are more connected than you think?In this unique episode, Angie shares real, unfiltered moments from student interviews following their recent mission trips to the Philippines, Guatemala, and Kenya. Through their own words, you'll hear how these experiences have shaped not only their joy and gratitude but also a deeply personal relationship with God that extends beyond their parents and beyond Valor.For over a decade, Valor has been guiding students through a year-long spiritual journey culminating in global mission experiences. While the results have been undeniable greater happiness, stronger faith, and increased resilience Angie now connects these outcomes to research that explains why this model is so effective.This is Part 1 of a special series, featuring student voices and insights from the field. In Part 2, Angie will dive deeper into the research behind these outcomes and what it means for you as a parent.If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, or a lack of purpose or if you know another parent who is this episode offers both hope and a practical model that works.Connect with Angie Taylor on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrsangietaylor/?hl=enFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090424997350

Title: Is It Time for a Short-Term Mission Trip??? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4 Speaker: Dr. Vic Borden Date: April 12, 2026

Title: Is It Time for a Short-Term Mission Trip??? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4 Speaker: Dr. Vic Borden Date: April 12, 2026

You were never meant to live on autopilot—you were meant to live on mission. In this message, you'll be encouraged to confront unbelief, surrender fully to God, and recognize that your everyday life is filled with divine opportunities to advance the gospel. As you listen, let God reshape how you see your calling, reminding you that being mission-minded starts right where you are.

In this episode, Pastor Freddy T. Wyatt sits down with Kaylee Davis, Ashley Campbell, and Parker Wyatt to give you a behind-the-scenes look at the recent NY Mission Trip. From the powerful moments of serving in New York to the unforgettable ways God moved in the team, Kaylee, Ashley, and Parker share what made this trip so special. You'll hear about their personal experiences, the impact on their faith, the power of teamwork and prayer, and how Real Life continues to create opportunities for lives to be changed through missions. Whether you're someone who has been on a mission trip before or you're just curious about what God is doing, this conversation will inspire you to see the mission in a whole new way. Text “mission” to 97000 or visit RealLifeSango.com to learn more.

What happens when advocacy turns into lived experience?In this powerful episode, Freedom Challenge Director Tracy Daugherty sits down with Teresa Vardilos and Jennifer Lemburg to reflect on their recent mission trip to Pattaya, Thailand, where they served alongside the Tamar Center, a long-standing ministry supporting women affected by sexual exploitation.Teresa and Jennifer share what it was like to move from knowing the statistics to standing face-to-face with the realities of human trafficking. Through stories of bar outreach, prayer walks on Soi 6, haircuts, gel nail classes, and deep relational ministry, they reveal how God meets people through consistency, compassion, and presence—not forced transformation.This conversation explores the emotional and spiritual weight of witnessing injustice, the importance of preparation and prayer, and how anger, grief, hope, and faith can coexist. It's a raw, honest look at what it means to say yes when God invites us into hard places—and how that yes can transform both the giver and the receiver.---Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/0U4TD2oVeoMRead the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2026/3/18/trafficking-in-thailand---Want to learn more? The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.comOperation Mobilization USA: omusa.orgInstagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusaSupport the show

John 16:4-15 - How the Holy Spirit Helps  |  Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026  | Upper Room Discourse |  Sam Holm, Lead Pastor |  Preached 3-22-26 10:45am  Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Dominican, Mission Trip, Sick, Grace, Hope, Helper, Holy Spirit, Trinity

John 16:4-15 - How the Holy Spirit Helps  |  Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026  | Upper Room Discourse |  Sam Holm, Lead Pastor |  Preached 3-22-26 10:45am  Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Dominican, Mission Trip, Sick, Grace, Hope, Helper, Holy Spirit, Trinity

Teacher: Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - Romans 8: A Narrow Road to Life(00:05:19) - Wonders of Westgate Chapel(00:06:42) - Baptism Classes for April 1(00:07:52) - High School Students to Go on a Mission Trip to Costa Rica(00:12:40) - If You Would Like to Help, Here You Go(00:13:07) - 3 Ways to Pray for Our Trip to Costa Rica(00:29:17) - Time of Offering(00:32:01) - Pray Over Nick Ludwig(00:36:23) - The King Is Coming(00:38:16) - The Kingdom of God(00:44:04) - What the Rich Ruler's Question Reveals About Jesus(00:50:23) - Jesus Christ: Why Do You Call Me Good?(00:55:16) - Jesus on Wealth and Its Roadblock to Salvation(01:04:25) - Jesus Behind the Mask(01:06:17) - Jesus at the Crossroad(01:09:37) - The Kingdom of God(01:13:06) - Counting the Cost of Salvation(01:24:51) - A message about Julianne's departure

Join us this week on “Honest to God” as we share all about the MSC YA Mission Trip and why you're invited to be part of it. We talk about what mission looks like as young Catholics—stepping out in faith, serving others, and encountering Christ in powerful and unexpected ways. From what to expect to how to get involved, this episode is an open invitation to go deeper in your faith, build authentic community, and answer the call to be the hands and feet of Christ.Follow us on Instagram:@honesttogod_quest Check out our parent network:https://thequestatlanta.com/honesttogodListen On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/honest-to-god/id1644393955Listen On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3rVcw6wX03ezNwowTeE6wf?si=34c6ee021e2347fe

Join us this week on “Honest to God” as we share all about the MSC YA Mission Trip and why you're invited to be part of it. We talk about what mission looks like as young Catholics—stepping out in faith, serving others, and encountering Christ in powerful and unexpected ways. From what to expect to how to get involved, this episode is an open invitation to go deeper in your faith, build authentic community, and answer the call to be the hands and feet of Christ.Follow us on Instagram:@honesttogod_quest Check out our parent network:https://thequestatlanta.com/honesttogodListen On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/honest-to-god/id1644393955Listen On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3rVcw6wX03ezNwowTeE6wf?si=34c6ee021e2347fe

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Pastor Johan Mora's Story from Cuba | Reaching for Real LifePastor Sean Azzaro sits down with Pastor Yoan Mora, a Cuban immigrant who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee in 2005. Yoan shares how persecution of Christians in Cuba—including his father-in-law's imprisonment in the 1960s—led his family to seek refuge, and how he now serves at River City Community Church, leading River City en Español and vocational training through Real Life Community Outreach. 00:00 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life (Back in Boerne, TX)00:30 Baron's Downtown Studio Tour: Windows, Toys & Droid Collection01:16 The Von Erichs Visit: A Surreal Wrestling Story in the Studio02:32 Why Sean Stays Planted at River City: Community & Feeding Ministry04:02 River City en Español Origins: Meeting Pastor Yoan Mora06:13 Pastor Yoan's Story: From Cuba to Refugee Status in the U.S.08:30 Immigration Nuance: When “Refugee” Policies Create Real-Life Fallout11:25 Families Caught in the Middle: Fear, Revoked Status & What Churches See14:00 Law, Compassion, and the Church's Response to Immigration14:47 Walking With Families Through Detention & Deportation15:48 The Power of Prayer: A Jailhouse Gospel Story16:53 Beyond Politics: Choosing Love, Patience, and Community18:08 Mission Trip to Cuba: Why This One Matters Right Now19:07 Serving Cuba's Elderly Churches: Food, Supplies, and Hope20:10 What Americans Notice in Cuba + The Reality of Communism21:54 Risk, Surveillance, and Why This May Be the Last Trip for a While23:07 Prayer for Immigrants and Cuba + Final Reflections & How to Help25:55 Wrap-Up: Great Commission, Supporting Missions, and Upcoming John 17 Message

Pastor Johan Mora's Story from Cuba | Reaching for Real LifePastor Sean Azzaro sits down with Pastor Yoan Mora, a Cuban immigrant who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee in 2005. Yoan shares how persecution of Christians in Cuba—including his father-in-law's imprisonment in the 1960s—led his family to seek refuge, and how he now serves at River City Community Church, leading River City en Español and vocational training through Real Life Community Outreach. 00:00 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life (Back in Boerne, TX)00:30 Baron's Downtown Studio Tour: Windows, Toys & Droid Collection01:16 The Von Erichs Visit: A Surreal Wrestling Story in the Studio02:32 Why Sean Stays Planted at River City: Community & Feeding Ministry04:02 River City en Español Origins: Meeting Pastor Yoan Mora06:13 Pastor Yoan's Story: From Cuba to Refugee Status in the U.S.08:30 Immigration Nuance: When “Refugee” Policies Create Real-Life Fallout11:25 Families Caught in the Middle: Fear, Revoked Status & What Churches See14:00 Law, Compassion, and the Church's Response to Immigration14:47 Walking With Families Through Detention & Deportation15:48 The Power of Prayer: A Jailhouse Gospel Story16:53 Beyond Politics: Choosing Love, Patience, and Community18:08 Mission Trip to Cuba: Why This One Matters Right Now19:07 Serving Cuba's Elderly Churches: Food, Supplies, and Hope20:10 What Americans Notice in Cuba + The Reality of Communism21:54 Risk, Surveillance, and Why This May Be the Last Trip for a While23:07 Prayer for Immigrants and Cuba + Final Reflections & How to Help25:55 Wrap-Up: Great Commission, Supporting Missions, and Upcoming John 17 Message

The church is called to be a conduit of grace, not a cul-de-sac that keeps God's blessings to itself. From Abraham's promise that all nations would be blessed through him to Israel's calling as a priestly nation, God's plan has always been missional. Today, the church fulfills Israel's original mission to reach every nation, tribe, and tongue. As believers, we are not merely forgiven but ordained as priests with three key responsibilities: intercession, representation, and witness. Living missionally means being ambassadors for Christ in everyday situations, from helping strangers to supporting foster care and participating in global outreach. We are gathering not to survive the culture but to be sent into it as instruments of God's Kingdom expansion.Support the show

#210 - What if travel wasn't a checklist but a classroom? I sat with Joy Owens—mother of two, CEO and co-owner of Butler Travel, and veteran of 60 countries—to explore how faith, service, and slow travel can shape a family and a life. From a grandmother who's visited more than 80 countries to Joy's first trip at three months old, her story moves through mission work in Zambia and Kenya, a scrappy road journey toward Argentina, and a solo $10-a-day push to Panama that turned from a rat-infested night into radical hospitality.Joy walks us through teaching in Honduras and Taiwan, the culture shock of moving to Alaska, and why she and her husband bought Butler Travel to serve nonprofits and missionaries with complex ticketing and group logistics. She shares a gripping emergency reroute for a family in Tanzania that helped their daughter reach lifesaving care, and she opens up about surrendering control when December bills loomed, only to witness the agency's busiest month on record. For Joy, faith isn't an accessory; it's how she navigates risk, money, parenting, and purpose.We also dig into the messy magic of traveling with little kids: babies on planes during the quiet months of 2020, a six-week Europe adventure with bikes and tents, and the art of choosing your hard when tantrums and missed trains collide. Joy makes the case for slow travel—one hub, deeper days, fewer repacks—and tells unforgettable stories, from crossing open water in foldable kayaks to a budget misadventure on a Greek island complete with a kindly, very unbothered nude local offering fruit and cheese.If you lead mission trips, plan family journeys, or crave meaningful travel that builds resilience and empathy, this conversation is your map. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves adventure, and leave a review to tell us: what trip changed you most?To learn more about Joy check out www.butlertravel.com and use the code JAKE10 to get a 10% discount. You can also follow Joy and Butler Travel on Instagram @butlertravel1.You can follow me and the podcast on Instagram @humanadventurepod and check out my website www.thehumanadventure.net.

In this prayer-focused episode, we invite you into a sacred space of intercession for Thailand—specifically Pattaya, often known as the unofficial sex tourism capital of the world.Ruth and Alyse, Freedom Challenge team members leading our mission trip to Thailand, reflect on the realities facing women, men, and children in vulnerable situations, especially in the aftermath of COVID and the increased desperation fueling exploitation.This episode is not about information alone—it is an invitation to cry out. To groan. To intercede. To see people not as labels, but as sons and daughters deeply loved by God.Together, we pray for:Women exploited in the sex industryMen caught in cycles of brokenness and demandA Freedom Challenge team of nine women preparing to travel to Thailand to help serve Tamar Center, a project we supportOrganizations like Tamar Center working faithfully on the groundWe talk honestly about anger, grief, forgiveness, and justice—and how God invites us to pray with His heart and His authority.As you listen, we encourage you to pause, pray, worship, and join us in standing in the gap.---Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/Zfj1I3inpvkRead the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2026/2/9/cry-out---Want to learn more? The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.comOperation Mobilization USA: omusa.orgInstagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusaSupport the show

Pastors Chris Rieber and Derek Holmes share about their recent trip to our mission partners in the Philippines. For nearly three decades, Roehl Tanedo and Ramses Tangub have labored faithfully in Luzon, Mindanao, and now, Palawan, planting churches and training up disciples. You can also find the video from the trip at lhfellowship.com/videos

Pastors Chris Rieber and Derek Holmes share about their recent trip to our mission partners in the Philippines. For nearly three decades, Roehl Tanedo and Ramses Tangub have labored faithfully in Luzon, Mindanao, and now, Palawan, planting churches and training up disciples. You can also find the video from the trip at lhfellowship.com/videos

Making an Impact through Dental Volunteerism and Mission TripsBy Tara Roberts, RDHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/making-an-impact-through-dental-volunteerism-and-mission-trips/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠ Get daily dental hygiene articles at ⁠⁠https://www.todaysrdh.com⁠⁠ Follow Today's RDH on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TodaysRDH/⁠⁠Follow Kara RDH on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/⁠⁠Follow Kara RDH on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kara_rdh/⁠

In this engaging conversation, Coach Van Paschal shares his journey as a football coach, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adapting strategies to fit the team's strengths. He discusses his experiences with different offensive schemes, particularly the double wing, and how he prepares his team for high-stakes games like the state championship. Coach Paschal also highlights the significance of physical training, defensive strategies, and his involvement in community service through mission trips. His insights provide valuable advice for young coaches starting their careers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Coach Van Paschal 02:56 The Journey of Learning and Adapting Offenses 05:59 Preparing for the State Championship Game 08:59 Practice Strategies and Physicality in Training 11:56 Offseason Training and Weightlifting Regimen 15:05 Defensive Strategies Against Traditional Offenses 17:59 Mission Trip to Belize and Community Involvement 22:09 Advice for Young Coaches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mission work is often misunderstood as simply traveling to another country, sharing the gospel, and returning home. But today’s devotional reminds us that true mission work goes much deeper. It involves learning about people groups, understanding culture, building meaningful relationships, and sharing Christ through everyday life in a way that honors and respects those being served. Genuine missions isn’t rushed or surface-level—it’s relational, humble, and rooted in long-term discipleship. The devotional points to Paul’s example as a model for mission work: he lived among people, studied their beliefs, and communicated the truth of Jesus in a way they could understand. That kind of ministry requires wisdom, patience, and dependence on God. And it also requires prayer—both before missionaries leave and while they are serving. Prayer strengthens those who go and those who send, especially because mission trips often come with spiritual opposition. The enemy does not want the gospel to spread, which is why prayer becomes part of the preparation and the protection. If you have loved ones going on a mission trip—or if you’re preparing for one yourself—this devotional is an encouragement that you are not alone. God goes before His people, watches over them wherever they go, and promises not to leave them. That truth brings peace for the traveler and comfort for those who remain at home. Today’s focus is a call to cover missionaries in prayer: for spiritual strength, humility, cultural understanding, protection, and a Christ-like love that shines brightly in every place they serve. Main Takeaways True mission work is relational, humble, and deeply invested in people—not just travel and preaching. Learning culture and showing respect are key parts of effective gospel ministry. Missionaries often face spiritual opposition before and during the trip, making prayer essential. God promises to be with His people wherever they go and to watch over them. Covering missionaries in prayer brings protection, strength, and encouragement for the mission. Today’s Bible Verse: Genesis 28:15 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Please help them take the steps that they need ahead of time… to learn about the culture, and show respect and love to the people when they get there.” You can read the full prayer and devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode, host Josh interviews Dr. Travis Zigler, a former optometrist who founded "Eye Love", a brand focused on healing dry eye naturally and funding free eye care clinics. Travis shares his journey from optometry to e-commerce and Amazon PPC, leading to the creation of Profitable Pineapple Ads. He discusses the importance of finding personal fulfillment beyond business, explains the 80/20 rule for Amazon advertising, and offers actionable strategies for optimizing PPC campaigns and product listings to drive growth and impact.Chapters:Introduction to Dr. Travis Zigler and His Journey (00:00:00)Josh introduces Dr. Travis Zigler, his background in optometry, e-commerce, and founding "Eye Love" and Profitable Pineapple Ads.Starting Profitable Pineapple Ads and Finding Personal Worth (00:01:08)Travis discusses starting the agency, the importance of finding self-worth beyond business, and his and his wife's personal missions.Mission Trips and Foundation Work (00:02:59)Travis shares about their charity work, mission trips, and the value they find in giving vision to those in need.Pivot to Amazon PPC and Agency Origins (00:03:33)Transition to discussing Profitable Pineapple Ads, why Travis started focusing on Amazon PPC, and the agency's early challenges.Simplifying Amazon PPC: The 80/20 Principle (00:05:50)Travis explains the 80/20 rule in PPC, focusing on what works, and how this approach improved results for their clients.Scaling the Agency and Using Software (00:06:47)Describes the agency's growth, adoption of software, and scaling to 120 clients with a team of 11.Simple PPC Strategies and Case Studies (00:07:55)Travis outlines actionable PPC strategies, focusing on top-performing products and keywords, and how this benefits clients.Optimizing Listings and Campaign Structure (00:10:00)Details on optimizing product listings, using professional images, and structuring ad campaigns for maximum impact.Three Actionable Takeaways and Final Thoughts (00:11:25)Josh summarizes key takeaways: self-reflection, the 80/20 principle, and implementing focused PPC or blog strategies.Episode Wrap-Up (00:15:02)Closing remarks, gratitude, and looking forward to future meetings.Links and Mentions:Companies and FoundationsEye LoveEye Believe FoundationProfitable Pineapple Ads AgencyWebsitesProfitablePineapple.comConcepts and Strategies80/20 Pareto Principle: 00:05:50Single Keyword Ad Campaigns: 00:10:00Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today, I'm excited to introduce you to Doctor Travis Zigler. He is a recovering optometrist turned ecommerce entrepreneur. He is the founder of Eye Love, whose mission is to heal 1 million dry eye sufferers naturally. Doctor Travis and his wife, Doctor Jenna Zigler, used the profits from Eye Love to Fund free clinics in Jamaica and the US through their charity, the Eye Believe Foundation. And due to the success of Eye Love, others have asked if Doctor Travis would help them grow their businesses online and more specifically with Amazon, which led to the creation of the profitable Pineapple Ads Agency. Well why pineapple? Well, why not specializing in Amazon PPC? Doctor Travis blogs about Amazon PPC and selling on Amazon, and also has a free Amazon PPC Masterclass, which you can check out at Profitable pineapple.com. So welcome to the podcast, Travis.Travis 00:00:57  Josh, happy to be here and glad to be glad to be providing value to your audience, so looking forward to it.Josh 00:01:03  You had previously started profitable pineapple ads before the exit.Josh 00:01:07  Is that true?Travis 00:01:08  Yeah, so we started about four years ago and the exit was about a year ago. Okay.Josh 00:01:12  And so so yeah, you had already started it. So you already had something else going on, right? Do you feel like that helped?Travis 00:01:18  It did help. But to go back to your question about tips and pointers, it's all about where you find your worth in life. And a lot of us as entrepreneurs find that worth in what we're doing in our business. We bury ourselves in busy work because that's what we feel like is our worth. And it's all about that is finding what makes you feel. I don't want to say worthy, but find out what makes you feel good inside. I'm a creator. I love to educate and so I educated with my dry brand. We had a show called The Dry Eye Show. It was a podcast and a YouTube station. But then in the agency side, I also am. I teach people all the strategies that we used. And so I love to educate people on how to do stuff.Travis 00:02:05  And I was a professor at Ohio State. So I find my value in education, in masterminding with people, in networking. And so as long as that didn't go away when we sold our business, then I would be fine. My wife, on the other hand, I don't think she knows as much. She finds it in motherhood a little bit. But we have we have two kids and they're in school during the day, so. But she also finds it in I think writing is her kind of passion. Is email, copywriting, blog posting and creating that value for people in the written form. But when Eye Love kind of is going away or has gone away, and it's changed over the last year and a half, she didn't get to do that as much as she used to. And so her kind of value and her worth that she felt kind of went away. And so she kind of felt empty inside. And it's very hard. So as an entrepreneur, we need to find our worth in something that we can continue doing even when the business is gone.Travis 00:02:59  That doesn't mean busywork. It just means focusing on what you feel like you were put on this earth to do. And mine is education. And then focusing on our foundation's mission, which is giving people vision that don't have access to eyecare. And so we go on mission trips three, two to 3 to 4 times a year, and we donate to those causes as well. And that's because that's where we find value, is giving people vision because that helps their lives, of course. And then also educating and creating for people to help them learn things as well.Josh 00:03:33  All right. Let's pivot now Travis, into profitable pineapple ads. you know, tell us why you got started in PPC. And let's talk about some of the, you know, tactics that have been working in PPC specifically for now. And then. I know you've got in the Billion Dollar seller summit. you shared some advanced tactics about implementing blog strategies and some of that cool stuff. And so we'll get to that. But let's talk about just regular old PPC to begin with and your journey to where it got to you.Josh 00:04:06  Right now with your agency?Travis 00:04:08  Yeah. So the agency was just born out of a need that we had. And again, listening to the universe and how it's coming at us and taking action on it. And so what happened was we hired multiple agencies, seven agencies total tried six softwares. This was back in 2016 and 2017. And finally I hired a good friend of mine who had a very respectable agency and software. And I thought, you know, I think they're going to do a great job. If they can't do it, then I got to figure it out. And unfortunately, it just didn't work out. And what I found with agencies constantly is they just spend a lot for a little return. And they always promised, yeah, it's coming, it's coming. We're just getting the data. The problem is I kind of knew what to do with the Amazon PPC, ...

Sermon: Mission Trip recap to Malawi from October.Speakers: Joey Steffeck, Nate Holub, Brandon Mize & Lance Greco

Nate thanks his team and his clients by telling how they've helped him build his business to allow him to give back, and recounts a very recent story of his first Mission Trip.

Season 5 closes with host Tracy Daugherty and the Freedom Challenge team—Daria, Alyse, Ruth, and Brooklyn—celebrating and reminiscing on a year of sisterhood, prayer, and courageous action while previewing what's ahead in 2026. The recurring theme throughout the conversation is the power of invitation and multiplication. Looking ahead to 2026, we announce five One-Day Challenges, two Virtual Prayer Gatherings, and a Mission Trip to Thailand. Stay tuned!Support the show

Check out this awesome interview with JJ & Donna Hill about the "Birthday Party for Jesus!" that they were a part of in the nation of Cuba earlier this month!

John 15:7-8 - Gravitate  |  Series: Beyond 2025 |  Sam Holm, Lead Pastor |  Preached 11-23-25 10:45am  DNOW Weekend Tag: Beyond, Mission, Mission Trip, Pray, Give, Go, Servant, Pray, Abide, Silence, Listen, Ping Pong, Closer, Draw, Ball, Words

Acts 1:1-14 - World Changers  |  Series: Beyond 2025 |  Vance Pitman, Guest Speaker |  Preached 11-16-25 10:45am   Tag: Beyond, Mission, Mission Trip, Pray, Give, Go, Servant, Serve, Community, Globe, Global, Ministry, Missional, Church Plant, Send, Pray, World, Planter

“What we like to offer young adults is those experiences on ways to serve, places to serve, and ‘how can I use my talents for the Lord?', and this kind of activates that.” Caleb and Johnny Saunders of Teamwork Missions discuss the opportunities their organization offers for churches, youth groups, and individuals to take life-changing mission trips to open their eyes to where God may be calling them. Teamwork Missions is a partner of FWB North American Ministries. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Missions #Outreach #Calling #Ministry

While on a mission trip in Honduras, Krystal Flowers' life changed when the elevator carrying her and other team members detached and fell seven floors to the ground. On this episode, Krystal, Cane Bay Campus Pastor Bryan Hill, and his wife, Chelsie, tell the story of this catastrophic event. The three reflect on the miracle of God's intervention and his redemptive work following unexpected circumstances. All lives were spared in the accident, but Pastors Bryan and Chelsie share what it was like to lead others through the chaos, while Krystal opens up about the emotions she thought would be resolved at the hospital in Honduras. However, as you'll hear, her journey continued upon arriving home.  At the top of the episode, Tomelex Copeland, Abbie Love, Lynne Stroy, and Joey Svendsen discuss the frustrations of calling customer service, and they reflect on how bad things can happen in a world that is under the care of an all-loving and all-powerful God. Be a Patron of the podcastOn this episode: Krystal Flowers | FacebookBryan Hill | Instagram Chelsie Hill | Instagram Hosts:  Tomelex Copeland, Abbie Love, Lynne Stroy, Joey Svendsen We have a YouTube Channel for videos of all episodes since Jan. 2024. Also we have a Facebook Page for listeners to keep up with the latest news on "Things You Won't Hear on Sunday" Podcast. Producer/Editor/host: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: Katelyn Vandiver Be a Patron of the podcast