Podcasts about ordained elder

Tangazo cohost Tim Person,  hosted two special guest for Thursday's show.  In the first half of the 12 pm hour, in preparation for the holiday's, Pat Nogar treated us to with our annual pre-holiday visit with helpful tips about preparing for the festival season with convergence of Christmas, Hanukah and Kwanza.  Pat shared how to make our homes more festival and inviting and how to enjoy and incorporate diverse cultures.  We also took a walk down memory lane by revisiting the past with family gatherings, how we engaged and celebrated and even discussed our favorite holiday movies.  In the second half of the hour, we were joined by the multi-talented Paulette Sankofa who is an mixed media artist, an Ordained Elder in the AME church and an author.  Paulette recently published a book entitled: St. Louis Black Women's Quilting and Cuisine: Stories of Love and Hope.  Her book documents the stories of St. Louis Black women who are passionate about quilting and culinary arts. This is an essential part of the local quilting and culinary arts history of the state of Missouri. 

Co-hosts Beth Stovell and Ryan Reed speak with Derek Ryan Kubilus about his research and writing, including his new book, Holy Hell: A Case against Eternal Damnation (Eerdmans, 2024). Derek Kubilus is an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church, serving the East Ohio Conference and appointed to Ashland First UMC. He is a member of the Order of St. Luke and the former host of the Cross Over Q podcast. His new book is Holy Hell: A Case Against Eternal Damnation published with Eerdmans.

Tanya sits down with Author and Ordained Elder of The Potters House Church, Jan Green, to talk about being BOLD in making hard decisions, leveling up our self worth and life after a broken marriage and her book Breaking The Curse Of A Death Sentence. She's also the founder of jchristiglobal.com If you'll like to connect with Jan or order her book, you can email her @info@jchristiglobal.com

A life long social activist, Obery Hendricks is one of the foremost commentators on the intersection of religion and political economy in America. He is the most widely read and perhaps the most influential African American biblical scholar writing today. His recent book, Christians Against Christianity: How Right-Wing Evangelicals Are Destroying Our Nation and Our Faith (Beacon Press, 2021) has gathered wide acclaim. Cornel West calls him “one of the last few grand prophetic intellectuals.”A widely sought lecturer and media spokesperson, Dr. Hendricks' appearances include CNN, MSNBC, CBS, Fox News, Fox Business News, the Discovery Channel, PBS, BBC, NHK Japan Television and the Bloomberg Network. He has provided running event commentary for National Public Radio, MSNBC, and the al-Jazeera and Aspire international television networks. Dr. Hendricks has served in the Religion and Foreign Policy Working Group at the U. S. Department of State under Secretaries of State Hillary Clinton and John Kerry; was a member of the Faith Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee, for whom he delivered the closing benediction at the 2008 Democratic Convention; served on the National Religious Leaders Advisory Committee of the 2008 Democratic Presidential campaign. He is a Distinguished Senior Fellow at The Democracy Collaborative in Washington, DC; has been an Affiliated Scholar at the Center for American Progress; was a Senior Fellow at The Opportunity Agenda social justice communications think tank; is on the Advisory Board of the Institute of Christian Socialism; and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). Dr. Hendricks has been a frequent contributor to the Huffington Post and Salon.com, a former editorial advisor to the award-winning Tikkun magazine, and a contributing editor to The Encyclopedia of Politics and Religion. The Dictionary of Biblical Interpretation has called his work “the boldest post-colonial writing ever seen in Western biblical studies.”Hendricks' award-winning book, The Politics of Jesus: Rediscovering the True Revolutionary Nature of Jesus' Teachings and How They Have Been Corrupted (Doubleday, 2006), was declared “essential reading for Americans” by the Washington Post. Social commentator Michael Eric Dyson proclaimed it “an instant classic” that “immediately thrusts Hendricks into the front ranks of American religious thinkers.” The Politics of Jesus was the featured subject of the 90-minute C-SPAN special hosted by the Center for American Progress, “Class, Politics and Christianity.” The tenth anniversary of its publication was acknowledged at a major 2016 panel at the American Academy of Religion at its annual convention in San Antonio, TX. Governor Howard Dean, former chair of the Democratic National Committee, has called his book, The Universe Bends Toward Justice: Radical Reflections on the Bible, the Church and the Body Politic(Orbis, 2011), a “tour de force.”A former Wall Street investment executive and past president of Payne Theological Seminary, the oldest African American theological seminary in the United States, he is currently a Visiting Scholar at Columbia University in the Department of Religion and the Department of African American and African Diasporic Studies; a Visiting Professor at Union Theological Seminary; and Emeritus Professor of Biblical Interpretation at New York Theological Seminary. An Ordained Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Hendricks holds the Master of Divinity with academic honors from Princeton Theological Seminary, and both the M.A. and Ph.D. in Religions of Late Antiquity from Princeton University.     

Rev. Dr. Janet Johnson is an Ordained Elder in the LORD's church. As a woman of faith, her heart's desire is that her discipleship formation would be a continual abiding and fruitful relationship with The Divine (God The Father, God The Son, and God The Holy Spirit). Therefore, her interaction with others would be an opportunity to bear much fruit! Her life verse is John 15:5 (NKJV) I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without me you can do nothing. Her educational accomplishments include: • 1988 – Bachelor's Degree is in Business Administration – Metropolitan State University. • 2001 – Masters of Divinity with a Concentration in Christian Education – Bethel Theological Seminary. • 2010 – Certified Spiritual Director from Sacred Ground Center For Spirituality in St. Paul, MN. Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of St. Thomas o Dissertation: “Discipleship Formation in the A.M.E. Church in the 21st Century” Ways to connect with her and her ministry: Instagram - revjanetj/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janet.johnson.961?mibextid=LQQJ4d. Pray this message encourages you! Happy Women's History Month!!! Press Play! Song(s): Israel Houghton-Again I Say, Rejoice/ Sinach-I Know Who I Am

1. The Call of God to Salvation, Liberty - Service-2. The Corrupting of God's Call-3. The Complying with God's Call

1. The Call of God to Salvation, Liberty & Service2. The Corrupting of God's Call3. The Complying with God's Call

Today we hear from Ordained Elder and Pastor Karen Henry. She takes a look at Love, Joy, and Peace as fruits of the Spirit, with the caveat the Love is THE fruit, and the rest come out of Love.

Dear Grand Lake UMC,One of my favorite hymns has always been, Here I Am, Lord. Here is the refrain:Here I am, LordIs it I, Lord? I have heard You calling in the nightI will go, Lord, If You lead meI will hold Your people in my heartFour years ago, when I heard God calling me out of my career as a teacher, I told Him I would go where He led me. I'm so thankful He led me to Grand Lake. You are the church that taught me how to do full time ministry and you helped me to develop a stronger faith. You are the people who endured my very first sermon and lifted me up in times of grief. You are the place where I received my call into ordained ministry and where I learned new ways to love and serve. Grand Lake was my classroom, long before I began seminary.I care deeply for you all, but especially the youth of Grand Lake and Celina. I am grateful that you entrusted me with them, because they have taught me so much and have filled me with an indescribable joy. Grand Lake is blessed to have such faithful and spirit filled teens and young adults. I am particularly thankful for the small groups I have been blessed to be a part of, the trips I have been able to participate in, and the people who selflessly support the youth of Grand Lake.Just as the refrain repeats itself in the song, the Lord called to me again. You have been instrumental in my ministry journey. I will forever be grateful for the many ways you have equipped, supported, and encouraged me. You have asked about my seminary classes, prayed for me, and voted to affirm my call, allowing me to become a Certified Candidate for Ministry in hopes of becoming an Ordained Elder in the UMC, someday. However, this provided an opportunity for me to be appointed to a church, so that I may continue to grow and learn through practice.The Bishop has appointed me to serve as the pastor at Amlin UMC in the Columbus area, beginning July 1. So, once again, I am going where God is leading. I am excited that I get to share with a new congregation all that you, at Grand Lake, have taught me. As the song says, I will hold you in my heart, as I have for many years now, just from a bit farther away.Thank you and blessings to you,Liz Trigg

LaTishia J. LaNier-Mckinnie is a an author, a speaker, a teacher, an ordained Elder, certified abuse counselor, coach, mentor and a humbled child of God to name a few. She was educated at WCC of Rider University in Princeton NJ. Her degree program is B.A. in Music and Administration. She Studied Theology at Eastern Theological Seminary In Newark NJ. She has an extensive background as Minister and Elder in the church having been trained under amazing pastors such as Pastor Theresa Ayers of City Harvest International, located in Irvington NJ, Pastor Terrill McGill of Montclair NJ, where she was ordained, Minister and later elevated to Elder. She was also trained in worship and leadership through Abundant Life Family Worship Church under Bishop George Searight. She has been a speaker at various leadership conferences where she increases knowledge and understanding of Levitical priesthood and more. She was hired as a teacher to Music Directors and training of worship leaders in various churches from the state of NJ to Tennessee. She has recently Authored two amazing book, Today's Pastors, Yesterday's Kings, and Generational Curses No More! She has launched a New Podcast, "The Talk Storm", that assist in healing the church from the sins of abuse and sexual violations of the past. LaTishia's goal is to help restore the body of Christ by teaching the affects of amending fixing the hurt caused by man's/leaders failures, and help those who have experienced these offenses to know that they can overcome will continue doing all assignments that God ordains, to complete her divine purpose. www.lmckenterprises.comhere is one snippet from our show https://youtu.be/wOQyaz_Wq8UMy interest is I want to gain more exposure in order to get Speaking engagements and for our talk show to have more views. My topic is taboo because most churches and organizations do not deal with the sins of sexual abuse by leaders former and current. I am looking to be exposed to Leaders so that my topic can be heard by them so that the body of Christ can be healed. Show Host: Terrance Hutchinson www.Yourbestlifestyles.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourbestlifestyles/message

We speak with Dr. Obery Hendricks, a Biblical scholar at Columbia University and Union Theological Seminary. His new book Christians Against Christianity discusses the moral roots of the Bible to illustrate the hypocrisy of evangelical right-wing rhetoric, including a chapter on the religious Right's condemnation of homosexuality and how it runs antithetical to the foundational teachings of Christ.   A former Wall Street investment executive and college president, Dr. Hendricks is currently a Visiting Scholar in Religion and African Studies at Columbia University and Emeritus Professor of Biblical Interpretation at New York Theological Seminary. An Ordained Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Hendricks holds the Master of Divinity with academic honors from Princeton Theological Seminary, and both the M.A. and Ph.D. in Religions of Late Antiquity from Princeton University. Yass, Jesus! is hosted by Danny Franzese and Azariah Southworth. Our producers are The Freakin' Deacon Ross Murray and Ladyboss Meredith Paulley. Sound, music, and post-production by Chris Heckman.   Get to know us better, support our show or Buy Us a Coffee:   Daniel Franzese  https://whatsupdanny.com/  Twitter Instagram Facebook Azariah Southworth  https://azariahspeaks.com/  Instagram Facebook   Ross Murray  The Naming Project GLAAD  Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yassjesus/message

Since an early age, the Rev. Lataya Simpson defined ministry as serving God by serving others. For nearly 30 years she has been blessed with the various opportunities to live out this paradigm in diverse settings. From the age of 15, Lataya began leading a small group in her High School teaching Bible Study every week for 3 years. During college, she was hungry for ways to get involved in ministry and combined her passion for ministry and academic studies in broadcast journalism to volunteer in ministry media at her church. After graduating with a BA in Broadcast Journalism and a short lived career in journalism, Lataya decided she wanted to do something other than report bad news. She wanted to serve and lead in her community.  In 2006 she founded Christian Networking Group, a diverse organization which connected thousands of people to help in bridging the gap between faith and business. Lataya accepted her call to pastoral ministry in 2011. She was blessed to find a mentor in her own home, following in her husband's footsteps to become an Ordained Elder in Full Connection in The United Methodist Church. She and he attended SMU Perkins School of Theology, earning the Master of Divinity degrees consecutively; he in 2017, she in 2018. Her first appointment as a pastor came in 2016 while still in seminary. From there she spent a year as a hospital Chaplain and for the past 3 years has been serving as the Associate Pastor of Bellaire UMC, located in the city of Bellaire.  In addition to being a servant leader, Lataya is a first a wife, mother and friend. “Faith and family are my top two priorities, but I'm blessed that my calling enables me to enrich both of these.” She and her husband Rev. Johnnie, are parents of three amazing children: Johnnie III, Elle and Layla. Her husband lives out his calling as both pastor and community leader. Lataya has a passion for personal development and social/emotional wellness as well as racial, cultural and cognitive diversity. Her first book, More Than Pretty: 7 Beauty Secrets That Could Change Your Life, which focused on personal development, was self-published in 2014. She has written several children's books on these topics and hopes to publish many more in the future.

A Conversation with Rev. Dr. Marcelo Gomes Dr. Marcelo Gomes is an Ordained Elder in the New England Conference of The United Methodist Church and is Director of Training and Church Planting Systems for Path 1 with Discipleship Ministries. A native of Brazil, he served the Methodist Church of Brazil for 12 years. He was also a university professor and president of one of the public colleges in Rio de Janeiro. Gomes worked as a church planter in Miami, adjunct professor at Garrett-Evangelical Seminary, and is a licensed psychoanalyst in Vermont and the U.K. With Gomes, the worship team explores a wide range of topics around the idea of how worshiping communities are formed and come to shared understandings of meaning and identity. We also consider the immigrant experience and how worship helps hold on to shared culture as well as begins to shape a new way of being in the world. Please join us for this fascinating conversation around worship and church planting and more.

Conversation with Aaron Hayworth, Ordained Elder of the United Methodist Church.We discuss his time in Seminary, he shares best practices for Devotional Time and most importantly his work with the Conservation Fund and more specifically the Resourceful Community Group within the Fund.

Dr. Obery Hendricks comes on the show to talk about ethics and how they play out in the real world. Links from the show:* Christians Against Christianity: How Right-Wing Evangelicals Are Destroying Our Nation and Our Faith* Connect with Dr. Hendricks* Subscribe to the newsletterAbout my guest:A life long social activist, Obery Hendricks is one of the foremost commentators on the intersection of religion and political economy in America. He is the most widely read and perhaps the most influential African American biblical scholar writing today. His recent book, Christians Against Christianity: How Right-Wing Evangelicals Are Destroying Our Nation and Our Faith (Beacon Press, 2021) has gathered wide acclaim. Cornel West calls him “one of the last few grand prophetic intellectuals.”A widely sought lecturer and media spokesperson, Dr. Hendricks' appearances include CNN, MSNBC, CBS, Fox News, Fox Business News, the Discovery Channel, PBS, BBC, NHK Japan Television and the Bloomberg Network. He has provided running event commentary for National Public Radio, MSNBC, and the al-Jazeera and Aspire international television networks. Dr. Hendricks has served in the Religion and Foreign Policy Working Group at the U. S. Department of State under Secretaries of State Hillary Clinton and John Kerry; was a member of the Faith Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee, for whom he delivered the closing benediction at the 2008 Democratic Convention; served on the National Religious Leaders Advisory Committee of the 2008 Democratic Presidential campaign. He is a Distinguished Senior Fellow at The Democracy Collaborative in Washington, DC; has been an Affiliated Scholar at the Center for American Progress; was a Senior Fellow at The Opportunity Agenda social justice communications think tank; is on the Advisory Board of the Institute of Christian Socialism; and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). Dr. Hendricks has been a frequent contributor to the Huffington Post and Salon.com, a former editorial advisor to the award-winning Tikkun magazine, and a contributing editor to The Encyclopedia of Politics and Religion. The Dictionary of Biblical Interpretation has called his work “the boldest post-colonial writing ever seen in Western biblical studies.”Hendricks' award-winning book, The Politics of Jesus: Rediscovering the True Revolutionary Nature of Jesus' Teachings and How They Have Been Corrupted (Doubleday, 2006), was declared “essential reading for Americans” by the Washington Post. Social commentator Michael Eric Dyson proclaimed it “an instant classic” that “immediately thrusts Hendricks into the front ranks of American religious thinkers.” The Politics of Jesus was the featured subject of the 90-minute C-SPAN special hosted by the Center for American Progress, “Class, Politics and Christianity.” The tenth anniversary of its publication was acknowledged at a major 2016 panel at the American Academy of Religion at its annual convention in San Antonio, TX. Governor Howard Dean, former chair of the Democratic National Committee, has called his book, The Universe Bends Toward Justice: Radical Reflections on the Bible, the Church and the Body Politic(Orbis, 2011), a “tour de force.”A former Wall Street investment executive and past president of Payne Theological Seminary, the oldest African American theological seminary in the United States, he is currently a Visiting Scholar at Columbia University in the Department of Religion and the Department of African American and African Diasporic Studies; a Visiting Professor at Union Theological Seminary; and Emeritus Professor of Biblical Interpretation at New York Theological Seminary. An Ordained Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Hendricks holds the Master of Divinity with academic honors from Princeton Theological Seminary, and both the M.A. and Ph.D. in Religions of Late Antiquity from Princeton University.      Get full access to Dispatches from the War Room at dispatchesfromthewarroom.substack.com/subscribe

Rev. Jessie Squires Colwell is an Ordained Elder in the Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church. She has served small, mid-sized, and large churches and currently serves as the Director of Clergy Excellence for the Virginia Conference UMC. She has served on local, national, and global boards for The United Methodist Church. Her first book: "Blessed Wrestling: Biblical Reflections Upon Discerning God's Call," was published in December of 2021 and is helpful tool to all who are all discerning next steps. It can be purchased on Amazon, Cokesbury, or Barnes and Noble Pastor Jessie has been married to her husband Nelson for nine years and Dean is their six-year-old son. https://www.facebook.com/jessiescolwell (Jessie's Facebook page) https://blessedwrestling.com/ (Jessie's Website) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ACDhwWmc1hPwQTBLNRF1uuwrWTDhkALv/view?usp=sharing (Self Care Covenant) Don't forget to join our Active Faith Community on Facebook to share your journey and encourage and support others in their active journeys as well. https://www.facebook.com/groups/999882660818141 (Active Faith Facebook Community) Find us @activefaithpod on Facebook and Instagram Support me and this podcast on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/runninrev (https://www.patreon.com/runninrev) Connect with Andrew: https://linktr.ee/runninrev (https://linktr.ee/runninrev) Background Music from Yevhen Lokhmatov, 'Race For Glory' http://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/race-for-glory/ (www.melodyloops.com/tracks/race-for-glory/) Granted permission to use this Music by Melody Loops and its licensees, including Andrew Ware.

Pastor Nettie Ranel, Pastor of Mary Springhill AME Church Shreveport La. Ordained Elder 1994 AME Church, Retired Educator/Principal Army Veteran, Mother, Grandmother, Inspirational Speaker

On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome, Celebrity Makeup Artist and Cosmetics Entrepreneur, Kym Lee to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Kym Lee is a highly sought out National Glam and Style Influencer and has been painting beautiful faces for over 25 years. Inspired by the ability of makeup to transform and boost self-confidence from the board-room to the red carpet, Kym's career path has come full circle as a Best Selling Author, Beauty Correspondent (Fox 5, Radio One, and BET),  Educator, and Beauty Brand developer (WinknPout Cosmetics).      Some of her notable clients include: Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Venus and Serena Williams, Regina King, Mary Mary, Tasha Cobbs, and many more.   Kym affectionately calls her makeup case her pulpit as an Ordained Elder who has a Masters in Divinity and an Honorary Doctorate in Christian Studies and Marketplace Ministry.   Her daily mantra is “I teach and encourage women to Clear it Up instead of covering it up”.   I had such an amazing conversation with Kym. In this interview she shares: -Her transition from law school to becoming a Makeup Artist -How she was one of the original MAC girls from 30 years ago -The importance of developing relationships with other Artists and forming collaborations -The consequences and lessons learned from neglecting her health -Her plans for retirement -And so many priceless gems sprinkled throughout   It was truly a pleasure to have Kym on the Friends in Beauty Podcast and it was such a full circle moment for me. I've been following her journey for years and I even shared my story with her about how she inspired me to become a Makeup Artist many years ago. You gotta hear it. Let's go ahead and jump into this chat with Kym and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube.  Enjoy this episode!   Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. info@friendsinbeauty.com   FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty   FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG  www.instagram.com/friendsinbeauty   SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL bit.ly/FIBTube   SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652   JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST https://www.patreon.com/friendsinbeauty   ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST https://www.friendsinbeauty.com/fibadrequest   ENROLL IN THE FRIENDS WITH BENEFIT$ CLUB https://friends-with-benefits.teachable.com/p/friends-with-benefits-club   PODCAST EDITING 101 CLASS bit.ly/PodcastEditing101 Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Wink N Pout -CEO Chicks   Additional Resources:   -https://www.amazon.com/shop/akuarobinson   -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: https://skl.sh/30t352q   -Shop Mented Cosmetics - https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/?rfsn=1290937.f2481  Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase  Announcements:   We're on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes!   Join our Facebook community…   If  you're looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Kym Lee (Instagram) - @theekymlee Wink N Pout (Instagram) - @mywinknpout Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - @friendsinbeauty Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Friends in Beauty https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - @akuarobinson AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson MUA Akua Robinson (Website) - www.akuarobinson.com   #FriendsinBeauty #FIBPodcast

On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome, Celebrity Makeup Artist and Cosmetics Entrepreneur, Kym Lee to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Kym Lee is a highly sought out National Glam and Style Influencer and has been painting beautiful faces for over 25 years. Inspired by the ability of makeup to transform and boost self-confidence from the board-room to the red carpet, Kym's career path has come full circle as a Best Selling Author, Beauty Correspondent (Fox 5, Radio One, and BET),  Educator, and Beauty Brand developer (WinknPout Cosmetics).      Some of her notable clients include: Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Venus and Serena Williams, Regina King, Mary Mary, Tasha Cobbs, and many more.   Kym affectionately calls her makeup case her pulpit as an Ordained Elder who has a Masters in Divinity and an Honorary Doctorate in Christian Studies and Marketplace Ministry.   Her daily mantra is “I teach and encourage women to Clear it Up instead of covering it up”.   I had such an amazing conversation with Kym. In this interview she shares: -Her transition from law school to becoming a Makeup Artist -How she was one of the original MAC girls from 30 years ago -The importance of developing relationships with other Artists and forming collaborations -The consequences and lessons learned from neglecting her health -Her plans for retirement -And so many priceless gems sprinkled throughout   It was truly a pleasure to have Kym on the Friends in Beauty Podcast and it was such a full circle moment for me. I've been following her journey for years and I even shared my story with her about how she inspired me to become a Makeup Artist many years ago. You gotta hear it. Let's go ahead and jump into this chat with Kym and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube.  Enjoy this episode!   Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. info@friendsinbeauty.com   FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty   FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG  www.instagram.com/friendsinbeauty   SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL bit.ly/FIBTube   SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652   JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST https://www.patreon.com/friendsinbeauty   ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST https://www.friendsinbeauty.com/fibadrequest   ENROLL IN THE FRIENDS WITH BENEFIT$ CLUB https://friends-with-benefits.teachable.com/p/friends-with-benefits-club   PODCAST EDITING 101 CLASS bit.ly/PodcastEditing101 Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Wink N Pout -CEO Chicks   Additional Resources:   -https://www.amazon.com/shop/akuarobinson   -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: https://skl.sh/30t352q   -Shop Mented Cosmetics - https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/?rfsn=1290937.f2481  Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase  Announcements:   We're on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes!   Join our Facebook community…   If  you're looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Kym Lee (Instagram) - @theekymlee Wink N Pout (Instagram) - @mywinknpout Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - @friendsinbeauty Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Friends in Beauty https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - @akuarobinson AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson MUA Akua Robinson (Website) - www.akuarobinson.com   #FriendsinBeauty #FIBPodcast

We thank the Lord for Pastor James Reid, Brother Galvin Danzy & Brother George Stevenson who share their different stories as fathers & how they were/are impacted by their fathers. Pastor James Reid's bio in his own words. "Pastor James Reid- Launch Deep Ministries, Inc- Clinton, MD.  Years of marriage - 49/2 Children/3 Grands. Years of service – over 55 years to the church. Profession- James Reid spent 23 years in retail sales before becoming a full-time pastor. Schooling–Pastor James Reid is trained as an Ordained Elder in the United Holy Church of America as well as a Licensed Elder in the International Fellowship of Pastors and Ministers for 10 years. How I serve–by conducting Weekly Prayer Meetings and yearly conferences, coaching couples before, during and after marriage especially at marriage retreats and one-on-one sessions. Retired from 28 years of pastoring."Brother Galvin Danzy's bio in his own words. "Galvin Danzy has been saved and a member of Grace Tabercle Church since the age of 13.  At the age of 16, he was in the Jr. Deacon program where he trained to become a deacon but at the age of 21, he decided to join the military at which time he strayed away from God's calling on his life. When he returned from the military, he was lost but after he struggled with depression and anxiety, it led him to going back to Christ to seek healing because it effected his relationships with his wife and children. He is now an Army veteran, in seminary school as well as a leader in the church, married with 3 children and he and his wife are diligently building God's Kingdom by focusing on God's Principles."Brother George Stevenson's bio in his own words. "George Stevenson was born and raised in the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  He was educated also in Philadelphia where he attended Samuel B. Huey Elementary School, Conwell Middle Magnet School and Dobbins Vocational Technical High School where he developed a desire to study electronics.Currently George works and serve the City of Philadelphia by working for Councilwoman Cindy Bass as a Constituent Service Representative.    George is a God-fearing man and he believes that without God in his life all of this would not be possible.  He also believes in iron sharpening iron.  George's favorite Scripture is Matthew 6:33 and Romans 4:17.In addition to boy scouting, George completed study at the Christian Development Research Institution and obtained a Certificate in Biblical Counseling.  George also holds a Certificate in the 12 Steps of Recovery Program.George belongs to various men organizations and he also volunteers with the Big Brother/Big Sister program and he is working in ministry at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church with the men's group, My Brother's Keeper.George is a graduate at Harcum College with an Associates Degree in Human Services and now attends Chestnut Hill College to soon receive his Bachelor Degree in Human Services. A master program is in his view. George is a Master Mason.  George is a friend to all men and believes in helping men in any way he can and that is why Real Men Speak was created. "

We thank the Lord for Pastor James Reid, Brother Galvin Danzy & Brother George Stevenson who share their different stories as fathers & how they were/are impacted by their fathers. Pastor James Reid's bio in his own words. "Pastor James Reid- Launch Deep Ministries, Inc- Clinton, MD.  Years of marriage - 49/2 Children/3 Grands. Years of service – over 55 years to the church. Profession- James Reid spent 23 years in retail sales before becoming a full-time pastor. Schooling–Pastor James Reid is trained as an Ordained Elder in the United Holy Church of America as well as a Licensed Elder in the International Fellowship of Pastors and Ministers for 10 years. How I serve–by conducting Weekly Prayer Meetings and yearly conferences, coaching couples before, during and after marriage especially at marriage retreats and one-on-one sessions. Retired from 28 years of pastoring."Brother Galvin Danzy's bio in his own words. "Galvin Danzy has been saved and a member of Grace Tabercle Church since the age of 13.  At the age of 16, he was in the Jr. Deacon program where he trained to become a deacon but at the age of 21, he decided to join the military at which time he strayed away from God's calling on his life. When he returned from the military, he was lost but after he struggled with depression and anxiety, it led him to going back to Christ to seek healing because it effected his relationships with his wife and children. He is now an Army veteran, in seminary school as well as a leader in the church, married with 3 children and he and his wife are diligently building God's Kingdom by focusing on God's Principles."Brother George Stevenson's bio in his own words. "George Stevenson was born and raised in the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  He was educated also in Philadelphia where he attended Samuel B. Huey Elementary School, Conwell Middle Magnet School and Dobbins Vocational Technical High School where he developed a desire to study electronics.Currently George works and serve the City of Philadelphia by working for Councilwoman Cindy Bass as a Constituent Service Representative.    George is a God-fearing man and he believes that without God in his life all of this would not be possible.  He also believes in iron sharpening iron.  George's favorite Scripture is Matthew 6:33 and Romans 4:17.In addition to boy scouting, George completed study at the Christian Development Research Institution and obtained a Certificate in Biblical Counseling.  George also holds a Certificate in the 12 Steps of Recovery Program.George belongs to various men organizations and he also volunteers with the Big Brother/Big Sister program and he is working in ministry at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church with the men's group, My Brother's Keeper.George is a graduate at Harcum College with an Associates Degree in Human Services and now attends Chestnut Hill College to soon receive his Bachelor Degree in Human Services. A master program is in his view. George is a Master Mason.  George is a friend to all men and believes in helping men in any way he can and that is why Real Men Speak was created. "Full Episode scheduled to be released Friday June 17, 2022. 

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: Simon turns into Peter. Simon a new name—The Rock. (Not to be confused with Dwayne Johnson.) That's what the name Peter means. And it's not like there were lots of people walking around with this name. There is no record prior to this moment of anyone in Aramaic or Greek culture being named “Rock.” The only one named Rock is GodThe Messiah is thought of as a political ruler to lead the chosen people into societal ruling. Jesus doesn't look anything like this.Following is really hard - especially in American culture.Follow. Surrender . Following and surrendering are connected to being weak. You can't make a change or difference in the world if you are weak and surrender.Episode Notes and Links:Sermon Series link | https://zumc.org/rooted-and-grounded Sunday Sermon link https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/4/10/the-defining-questionRev. Kim King | Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson | Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Matthew 16:13-20 | https://www.bible.com/bible/111/MAT.16.13-20Holy Week | Holy Week is the week leading up to Easter. We start on the previous Sunday as we celebrate Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.Palm Sunday | We remember Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover with his family and disciples.Maundy Thursday | Maundy Thursday is an alternate name for Holy Thursday, the first of the three days of solemn remembrance of the events leading up to and immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus. The English word "Maundy" comes from the Latin mandatum, which means "commandment." As recorded in John's gospel, on his last night before his betrayal and arrest, Jesus washed the feet of his disciples and then gave them a new commandment to love one another as he had loved them (John 13:34). Good Friday | Good Friday is a day that proclaims God's purpose of loving and redeeming the world through the cross of our Lord, Jesus Christ. It is a day that is good because God was drawing the world to God's self in Christ. As seen in John's gospel, particularly, God was in control. God was not making the best of a bad situation, but was working out God's intention for the world — winning salvation for all people. We call it "good" because we look backward at the crucifixion through the lens of Easter!Easter | Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus from the tomb on the third day after his crucifixion. Remembering the resurrection of Jesus is a way to renew daily hope that we have victory over sin. Greek Notes | Get thee behind me, Satan, Jesus says. And we feel the sharp sting of the rebuke. But there is a small note of grace. In the temptation narrative, after Jesus had endured all the attacks of the devil, there he spoke a single word: “Hupage Satana!” (Begone! Flee from my presence!) Here the phrase is slightly different: “Hupage opiso mou Satana!” (Not “begone,” but “get behind me.”) Origen (church father from the 3rd century) suggests that Jesus is saying: “Peter, your place is behind me, not in front of me. It is your place to follow in the way I choose, not to try to lead me in the way you would like me to go.” Get behind me, and become my follower again. “For if anyone wishes to come after me,” Jesus continues, “let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.”

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: The Williamsons are cleaning house. Do you have a favorite moving tip or hack?When was the last time you received or sent someone a note?We are all worthy and created with a purpose.Episode Notes and Links:Sermon Series link | https://zumc.org/rooted-and-grounded Sunday Sermon link https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/4/3/new-creation Rev. Kim King | Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson | Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 | https://www.bible.com/bible/111/2CO.5.14-21Ted Loder | https://www.spiritualityandpractice.com/explorations/teachers/view/80/ted-loder Let Something Essential Happen to Me, A Prayer by Ted Loder | https://youtu.be/BhkSHLSWKGI

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: What is something you need to hear over and over?These are qualities that are chosen. You have the control in almost all situations to choose these things.Do you know anyone whose sole purpose is to bring out the best in you? That's who Jesus is!Jesus sacrificed for us not just so we live eternally but for us to live a joyful and abundant life right now!Episode Notes and Links:Sermon Series link | https://zumc.org/rooted-and-grounded Sunday Sermon link | https://zumc.com/sermons/2022/3/20/the-dress-codeRev. Kim King | Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson | Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Colossians 3:12-17 | https://www.bible.com/bible/111/COL.3.12-17Daily Prayer | If you'd like to download or print a daily prayer as a reminder of how to start your day, please visit our Sermon Series page https://www.zumc.org/rooted-and-grounded

My testimony is one that has delt with rejection by parents, addiction, molestation, Martial abuse, single mother, stopped my life to groom a man, spiritual abuse, spiritual jealousy, Depression those are just a few areas I had to walk through. I am now healed and delivered with prophetic dance ministry, ordained Elder, Preacher, Armor Bearer, and sound tech. It's my desire to tell my story my truth and give God the glory for my story. Kimberly Blake

My testimony is one that has delt with rejection by parents, addiction, molestation, Martial abuse, single mother, stopped my life to groom a man, spiritual abuse, spiritual jealousy, Depression those are just a few areas I had to walk through. I am now healed and delivered with prophetic dance ministry, ordained Elder, Preacher, Armor Bearer, and sound tech. It's my desire to tell my story my truth and give God the glory for my story. Kimberly Blake

My testimony is one that has delt with rejection by parents, addiction, molestation, Martial abuse, single mother, stopped my life to groom a man, spiritual abuse, spiritual jealousy, Depression those are just a few areas I had to walk through. I am now healed and delivered with prophetic dance ministry, ordained Elder, Preacher, Armor Bearer, and sound tech.It's my desire to tell my story my truth and give God the glory for my story.Kimberly Blake

Episode Notes and Links:Sermon Series link | https://zumc.org/rooted-and-grounded Sunday Sermon link | https://zumc.squarespace.com/sermons/2022/3/6/who-am-iRev. Kim King | Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson | Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Psalm 23 | https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2023&version=ESV Women's History Month | https://womenshistorymonth.gov Dolly Parton | https://dollyparton.com

Give us your top 3 Bible character favorites.Can we just hang out here? Where is somewhere you want to remain? Have you been to church camp? Where did you go? What do you remember most? You can't stay around the campfire. In real life, the majority of your life is spent down from the mountain or not around the campfire. So now what? How do you go from a moment of mountaintop high to everyday living of routine and schedule?Mountaintop moments give you the experience of living life with joy and excitement. These moments also remind you to be on the lookout for where God's glory shows up in the everyday. You are called to seek out joy wherever you find yourself.Is there something you are giving up or adding for Lent? Sacrifice something in order to remember the sacrifice that Jesus made for us. Don't remove something just to remove something, remove something or add something so that when we do or don't do that thing we are focusing on Jesus, not the thing we are adding or removing. That thing, is only a tool.Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/3/1/blinded-by-gloryRev. Kim King | Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson | Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org The Transfiguration of Jesus | https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zvxtgwx/revision/10 Ash Wednesday | As the first day of Lent, Ash Wednesday is a time for reflecting on our humanity, sins and mortality. If you'd like to learn even more about Ash Wednesday, you can do so with this resource from The United Methodist Church: https://www.umc.org/.../ask-the-umc-when-did-ash-wed...Christian Uses of Labyrinths | https://www.eastern.edu/sites/default/files/sites/default/files/student_life/faith_practice/Christian%20Uses%20of%20Labyrinths.pdf Indiana Interchurch Center | https://indianainterchurch.org

Notable Quotes and Thoughts:It's better to take care of your employees first, then your customers.How do we surrender?- Surrender to God's call- Surrender the outcome- Surrender hurt and hateEpisode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/2/14/the-practice-of-surrenderRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Marlene Gentry | Marlene is the wife of pastor and former District Superintendent, Jim Gentry. Over the past 60+ years, Jim and Marlene have traveled the state of Indiana serving churches and people as they crossed paths.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Paul Harvey | Paul Harvey Aurandt was an American radio broadcaster for ABC News Radio. He broadcast News and Comment on mornings and mid-days on weekdays and at noon on Saturdays and also his famous The Rest of the Story segments. From 1951 to 2008, his programs reached as many as 24 million people per week. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Harvey MYF (Methodist Youth Fellowship) | Also known as United Methodist Youth. The programs and ministries for youth (generally persons in the seventh through twelfth grades, of about twelve to eighteen years of age). The organization designed specifically for youth in the local church is known as the United Methodist Youth Fellowship.Annual Conference | When you hear the term “annual conference,” it could be referring to any one of three things. The annual conference is a regional body, an organizational unit AND a yearly meeting. https://www.umc.org/en/content/annual-conferences Itineracy | “Itinerancy” refers specifically to the commitment by pastors to go and serve wherever their bishops send them. https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/to-be-united-methodist-what-is-itineracy

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: What do you do when you can't see the immediate fruits of your labor? What do you do when your expectations aren't being met? How do you submit to something when it doesn't look like what you thought?Is authority a struggle for you? Can you trust that the system will work?What do you do with someone who is unwilling to accept the compliment? Someone pays for your order at Starbucks. What do you do? Do you pay for the person behind you or do you say thanks and move on? Maybe you give back later, maybe you don't.The practice of leadership goes hand in hand with humility. Leaders always have to lean toward humility. Do you always have to be the smartest person in the room? How do leaders practice humility?explore your motives. Can you go 24 hours without doing something in order to receive accoladesEmpty yourself of your Agenda and controlBecome obedientServant leadership - the least become the greatest. The Book of Luke leans heavily into this idea. The leader is usually the one standing on top of the pile. But that's not what servant leadership looks like.Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link | https://zumc.squarespace.com/sermons/2022/2/6/the-practice-of-humilityRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: Leadership as a spiritual practice Have you had more positive or negative effects with the leaders in your life?Outspoken women are hard for people to know what to do with.Do you play well with others when you're the leader? What about when you're not leading but have to be underneath someone else's leadership.What if your self-consciousness is an invitation to engage your soul and what your soul might be telling you?When you're uncomfortable that's where growth happens.How do you have a settled soul to make decisions from a place of health and wholeness?Being an intentional leader means making time to care for yourself.Where is there space for conversation? Everything can't be right or wrong. Clapping back quickly is not usually the best response. Take time to breathe before answering. This also models a healthy model of discussion for people who work underneath of you.What would happen if when someone came after you, you took a breathe and asked, “How can I serve this person?”Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler Jr. (Union Presbytery Seminary. How do you understand your context? How do you listen and not give your opinion on things you don't know much about? Avoiding toxic charity and a savior complexHow do we lead generously?Nurture other people's opinions and experiencesYou may not have asked to be a role model, but chances are you are. So what are you doing with it?Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/1/30/the-practice-of-leadership Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Zanmi Fondwa | Zanmi Fondwa is dedicated to helping families find stability through housing, education, and economic development. We believe that if a family has a safe home this creates stability and stability creates space for families to dream about a new future. Our goal includes providing jobs for Haitians by building 40 homes in three years. Each project creates 15-20 jobs. https://zanmifondwa.comStrengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry, Ruth Haley Barton | https://www.ivpress.com/strengthening-the-soul-of-your-leadership Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler Jr. (Union Presbytery Seminary), Associate Professor of Bible and Director, Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation | https://www.upsem.edu/about/faculty/rodney-s-sadler-jr Multipliers, Liz Wiseman | https://thewisemangroup.com/books/multipliers

This episode features, Dr. Antoine Thurston who has a bachelor's degree in Theology from Broward Theological University in Fort Lauderdale,  his Masters degree from Midwest Theological University and his Doctorate degree in Theology from Jacksonville Theological Seminary in May of 2020. He has been preaching the gospel since January 24, 2013, is a Licensed Minister, Ordained Elder, an Inspirational Speaker and a mentor at Parkway Middle School located in Lauderhill Florida. He is a Certified Christian Counselor, Mental Health Advocate and the host of his own podcast and talk show called "Real Talk with Dr. T". He is the author of My Bondage and My Freedom: From the Mental Institution to the Pulpit.

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: How does trauma effect the way we are attentive to others?Can anyone help Jamalyn with what's happening in season 4 of Ozark?When you have more than you need make your table longer not your fences higher.God calls all of us to something, not just a church. God calls all of us to a joy-filled life of wholeness. When we are attentive to this, God offers us pathways out or pathways to new endeavors.Does Monday invade your Sunday? Maybe God is making you uncomfortable where you are because you need to be in a new place.What are people around you saying that resonate with what you might be thinking? Could God be trying to use those people to push you?Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/1/23/the-practice-of-attentiveness Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Moses and the Burning Bush, Exodus 3:1-10 | https://www.bible.com/bible/111/EXO.3.1-10 Boundaries for Leaders, Henry Cloud | https://www.drcloud.com/books/boundaries-for-leaders Steps for Practicing Attentiveness:- Get up early - before the noise- Turn off the radio in the carProgressive Commercials | https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=progressive+commercials&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 Introverts in the Church, Adam S. McHugh | https://www.ivpress.com/introverts-in-the-church

Notable Quotes and Thoughts:What would you think about if you turned the radio off while driving?Frugality is a bit harder for some than others.A lack of purpose is a lack of connection.Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link from January 9 | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/1/9/practice-of-stillnessSunday Sermon link from January 16 | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/1/16/the-practice-of-frugality Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Tips for Practicing Spiritual Disciplines:- Schedule your quiet time- Get away- Turn something from your normal day into something that brings you closer to God.- Spend time in community with people who give you energy, help you find your passion, and allow you to be your authentic self.

Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2022/1/3/surprised-by-hopeRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Ashlea Barnett - Ashlea Barnett is the Pastor of Youth Ministries at Zionsville United Methodist Church. You can find her on Facebook at https://www.fb.com/ashleabarnett and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ashleab26 Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Make America Dinner Again movement - Bringing people with different political perspectives together for dinner and a chance to build understanding. | http://www.makeamericadinneragain.com Spiritual practices sermon series upcoming (silence, prayer, leadership) | https://www.zumc.org/spiritual-practices 40 Days in the Presence of Jesus by Sarah Young | https://www.amazon.com/40-Days-Jesus-Celebrating-Presence/dp/0529104938

We speak with Dr. Obery Hendricks, a Biblical scholar at Columbia University and Union Theological Seminary. His new book Christians Against Christianity discusses the moral roots of the Bible to illustrate the hypocrisy of evangelical right-wing rhetoric, including a chapter on the religious Right's condemnation of homosexuality and how it runs antithetical to the foundational teachings of Christ. A former Wall Street investment executive and college president, Dr. Hendricks is currently a Visiting Scholar in Religion and African Studies at Columbia University and Emeritus Professor of Biblical Interpretation at New York Theological Seminary. An Ordained Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Hendricks holds the Master of Divinity with academic honors from Princeton Theological Seminary, and both the M.A. and Ph.D. in Religions of Late Antiquity from Princeton University. Yass, Jesus! is hosted by Danny Franzese and Azariah Southworth. Our producers are Ross Murray and Meredith Paulley. Sound, music, and post-production by Chris Heckman. Special thanks to Sophie Serrano and Sam Isfan. Yass, Jesus! is brought to you by Audity. Audity execs are Ryann Lauckner, Steve Michaels, and Jessica Bustillos. Get to know us better: Daniel Franzese https://whatsupdanny.com/ Twitter Instagram Facebook Azariah Southworth https://azariahspeaks.com/ Instagram Facebook Ross Murray The Naming Project GLAAD Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yassjesus/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yassjesus/support

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: Why is there no cream cheese???Are there ways to step in to fill emotional needs and not just financial needs?How do we do ministry WITH people not just FOR people??Have you ever had a moment where you thought you were serving someone else and they wound up serving you?How do we serve people when we haven't asked them what they need?Not all help is helpful.Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link | https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/12/19/embodying-loveRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org Angel Tree with Prison Fellowship Ministry | Since 1982, Angel Tree has partnered with churches like ZUMC and other volunteers around the country to minister to the children of prisoners and their families. It may seem like a small act of charity to give a prisoner's child a gift at Christmas, but it is not! Such seemingly small acts of kindness are often a powerful channel of God's love. This team is always looking for helpers in delivery of the gifts. Angel Tree is a ministry of Prison Fellowship. Timothy Tennent | “This is why we care about creation; this is why we cannot turn a deaf ear to the bodily plight of desperate Syrian refugees. This is why we must rescue women trapped in human trafficking, feed those who are hungry, and a thousand other things. These are not ancillary tasks of the church which we squeeze in on the side, but they are our fleshly demonstration of our confidence in the bodily incarnation and the bodily resurrection. The gospel must never lose its earthiness, its enfleshment, its embodiment. There are thousands of ways in which this world dis-incarnates human existence and the gospel reverses them all!” https://asburyseminary.edu/faculty/timothy-tennent/ What is your love language?Kim: Acts of serviceJamalyn: Giving giftsThe Longest Night Service - For those of us experiencing loneliness, sadness, or fear the Christmas season can be difficult. The holiday season and long nights of winter can amplify feelings of grief and loss. Whether you have recently lost a loved one, or it's been years, their absence can make the Christmas season difficult. Missing a loved one, facing major family changes or illness, and navigating losses of any kind are just a few things that can take the joy from the season. Join us December 21 at 7pm as we gather for a simple worship service of scripture, music, and quiet reflection of God's hope for us and presence with us. This service is for anyone who has had a loss of any kind at anytime in their life. Christmas Eve Services - Take a break from the holiday craze and join us for Christmas Eve services at Zionsville UMC. This year, Zionsville UMC will host three services. All services are available both online and in-person. All services will feature candlelight and Silent Night. Everyone is invited to this wonderful celebration of the hope and joy that is found in the birth of Jesus. | https://www.zumc.org/christmas-eve

Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/12/12/glory-to-god-in-the-lowest-childrens-musicalRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org The Longest Night Service - For those of us experiencing loneliness, sadness, or fear the Christmas season can be difficult. The holiday season and long nights of winter can amplify feelings of grief and loss. Whether you have recently lost a loved one, or it's been years, their absence can make the Christmas season difficult. Missing a loved one, facing major family changes or illness, and navigating losses of any kind are just a few things that can take the joy from the season. Join us December 21 at 7pm as we gather for a simple worship service of scripture, music, and quiet reflection of God's hope for us and presence with us. This service is for anyone who has had a loss of any kind at anytime in their life. Christmas Eve Services - Take a break from the holiday craze and join us for Christmas Eve services at Zionsville UMC. This year, Zionsville UMC will host three services. All services are available both online and in-person. All services will feature candlelight and Silent Night. Everyone is invited to this wonderful celebration of the hope and joy that is found in the birth of Jesus. | https://www.zumc.org/christmas-eve

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: Is it ok to understand the dangers of media but not know how to go back? Social media is made people feel like they can say anything and they are more likely to say things they wouldn't normally share face to face.Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/12/6/in-the-fleshRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Sunday scripture | John 1: 1-18Zionsville United Methodist Church | https://www.zumc.org eBay Scrabble - what's the best thing you've ever bought on eBay? | https://scrabble.hasbro.com/en-us Behold the Lamb of God by Andrew Peterson - Livestream Link | https://www.andrew-peterson.com/btlog-21#livestream St. Luke's UMC, Indy | https://www.stlukesumc.com Amy Poehler | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy_Poehler Bishop Will Willimon | https://willwillimon.comWhat's a pen pal? | https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/offbeat/how-to-find-a-pen-pal-online Beaches | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beaches_(1988_film)

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: “Grace is the glue that puts the broken pieces of our lives back together.” - Anne LamottAre you a boss? - how different would the world be if everyone in authority entered into leadership with a certain level of vulnerability?Does fear keep you from being vulnerable? There is risk in being vulnerable.Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/11/28/up-close-and-in-personRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Sunday scripture - Matthew 1:18-25Zionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.org Giving Tuesday - the nonprofit world's response to Black Friday. https://www.givingtuesday.org What is advent? Advent is the BEGINNING of the year not the end! https://www.umc.org/en/content/what-is-advent-about Incarnation - https://www.umc.org/en/content/and-god-himself-is-born-a-christmas-hymn-devotionOrganizational psychologist Adam Grant - https://adamgrant.net Anne Lamott - https://www.ted.com/speakers/anne_lamott King Ahaz - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahaz Karen Carichoff story - https://youtu.be/sokWPDWzg9Y

Notable Quotes and Thoughts: Rest is just as important as not murdering your neighbor.None of us consider the Ten Commandments as optional, and yet, we don't see the importance of rest.Some of us think of the Ten Commandments as being in ranked order - it's not! They are all equally important!What do you think would happen if you actually shut down/shut off one day out of seven?Do people really expect an immediate response in real time?Sabbath doesn't take away all the things you want to get done but gives you a different perspective on how to deal with the things you have to do.Boredom is good because it gives your brain time to rest and allows you to be creative.Do you miss nap time?Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/11/7/finding-a-rhythm-of-restRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Sunday scripture - Deuteronomy 5:12-15Pastor Dave ran the food and wine Disney half marathon - https://www.rundisney.com/events/disneyworld/wine-and-dine-half-marathon-weekend/ Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in Our Busy Lives by Wayne Muller - https://www.amazon.com/Sabbath-Finding-Renewal-Delight-Lives/dp/0553380117 Portugal Made a law that bans texting employees after work - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2021/11/10/portugal-law-bans-boss-contact-employees-after-work-hours/6367092001/Organizational psychologist Adam Grant - https://adamgrant.net Hey Broadway UMC, thanks for the Reignite coffee mugs! https://www.broadwayumc.org Zionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.org Coffee Mugs - our coffee mugs are terrible! We need your help to step it up. Does your business have a coffee cup with your logo? If you'll give us one (or two) of them, Kim and Jamalyn will use them and we'll include a link to your business wherever we share the show. Note: inclusion of your mug/business is at the discretion of the show producers.

Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/10/31/recognizing-enoughRev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindy Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.More or Less: Choosing a Lifestyle of Excessive Generosity, by Jeff Shinabarger - https://amzn.to/3BTWJIJ, https://twitter.com/shinabarger Steve Marin, The Jerk - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0079367/Marie Kondo - https://konmari.com/about-marie-kondo/Sunday scripture - Luke 12:16-21Zionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.org Bountiful Harvest Devotional/Journal - https://indd.adobe.com/view/285dc0fc-2432-4e66-bf4e-75f4bc5828c1 Coffee Mugs - our coffee mugs are terrible! We need your help to step it up. Does your business have a coffee cup with your logo? If you'll give us one (or two) of them, Kim and Jamalyn will use them and we'll include a link to your business wherever we share the show. Note: inclusion of your mug/business is at the discretion of the show producers.

On this episode of the Circle 31 Podcast, I talk with author, evangelist, Ordained Elder, and Associate Pastor, Dr. Judy A. Littlejohn. Dr. Judy shares wisdom on how important relationships are to our well being as people. Contact Dr. Judy at dr.judybookstudio@gmail.com to get more information about her one on one coaching sessions.  Visit amazon.com to purchase Dr. Judy A. Littlejohn's published books. 

Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/6/27/falling-into-the-box Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindyTracy Vermillion - Tracy is the Director of Children's Ministries, part of the Family Ministry Team, at Zionsville United Methodist Church. You can find her Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tracy.vermillion.5 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vermilliontracy/ This series is based on the book, Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute - https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Self-Deception-Getting-Out-Box/dp/1523097809/ref=asc_df_1523097809/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312143020546&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16124753101297920473&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9016077&hvtargid=pla-716574656072&psc=1

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to be blessed by our different married guests for this episode which we pray for those who listen will be blessed as well.The first married couple featured in this episode is Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph.D.  “We met while Walter was a student at Antioch University Philadelphia. He was a student of my good friend who invited me to help her class to brainstorm for a major project. What I didn't know was that Walter who was coming out of a broken marriage had prayed for a woman in his life that didn't have to love him but could grow to love him. When he saw me, he knew that I was the answer to his prayer. He actually told three female classmates that I would be his next wife. At our wedding three years later those same women told me how ridiculous they told Walter was. He says, ‘I gave God a list of 12 things I wanted in a wife. After we were married I took stock and found that He had given a baker's dozen or 13.'" Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph.D. have not only been partners in marriage for thirty-five years but they continue to serve/work together as the co-owners of their business the Walter E. Sabbath, Jr. Funeral Service, www.sabbathcare.com, that has been in business for twenty-eight years.The second married couple featured is Pastor James & Sister Minnie Reid. "Pastor James and sister Minnie met at church in Washington, DC. God orchestrated their paths to cross. Pastor James & Sister Minnie have been married forty-eight years. Sister Minnie spent forty years as an educator. James Reid spent 23 years in retail before becoming a full-time pastor. Sister Minnie received a Master of Science Degree in Education. Pastor James was trained as an Ordained Elder in the United Holy Churches of America as well as a Licensed Elder in the International Fellowship of Pastors and Ministers for 10 years. They have served over fifty years to the church in different areas which they continue to conduct weekly Prayer Meetings and yearly conferences, coaching couples before, during, and after marriage especially at marriage retreats and one-on-one sessions as well as serve as pastors of Launch Deep Ministries, Inc. in Clinton, MD for the past 28 years. They are retired and are proud parents and grandparents.” The last married couple featured is Rev. Dr. George B. & Sister G. Patricia “Pat” Moody. “We met at Hampton Institute, in 1960 as freshmen. We first married in 1965 but divorced in 1980, started dating again in 2000, and re-married in 2009! God truly works in mysterious ways. I had never planned on marrying again, and not marrying my first husband again!! But God!! We pray every day to maintain our marriage, it is a work in progress. Do pray for us. We want couples to persevere, don't give up-let God guide your steps and lead you as you strengthen your relationship every day. Sister G. Patricia “Pat” Moody received a Bachelor's degree in Business Education in 1964 from Hampton Institute, (VA) now it is Hampton University. Rev. Dr. George B. Moody graduated from Hampton University in 1965 with his Bachelor's degree. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Temple University and a Doctorate of Ministry from Howard University. Dr. Moody worked for over 25 years in United Methodist churches in Maryland and Delaware retiring in 2014. Now in 2021, he works as a part-time minister at Ezion-Mt. Carmel UMC in Wilmington, DE.”Feel free to check out our website https://jeffersons.love/ in honor of our anniversary to God be the glory! Please feel free to email Solomon & Jamila Jefferson at info@itsnothowyoustartbuthowyoufinish.com for comments, questions, etc.   

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to be blessed by our different married guests for this episode which we pray for those who listen will be blessed as well.The first married couple featured in this episode is Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph.D.  “We met while Walter was a student at Antioch University Philadelphia. He was a student of my good friend who invited me to help her class to brainstorm for a major project. What I didn't know was that Walter who was coming out of a broken marriage had prayed for a woman in his life that didn't have to love him but could grow to love him. When he saw me, he knew that I was the answer to his prayer. He actually told three female classmates that I would be his next wife. At our wedding three years later those same women told me how ridiculous they told Walter was. He says, ‘I gave God a list of 12 things I wanted in a wife. After we were married I took stock and found that He had given a baker's dozen or 13.'" Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph.D. have not only been partners in marriage for thirty-five years but they continue to serve/work together as the co-owners of their business the Walter E. Sabbath, Jr. Funeral Service, www.sabbathcare.com, that has been in business for twenty-eight years.The second married couple featured is Pastor James & Sister Minnie Reid. "Pastor James and sister Minnie met at church in Washington, DC. God orchestrated their paths to cross. Pastor James & Sister Minnie have been married forty-eight years. Sister Minnie spent forty years as an educator. James Reid spent 23 years in retail before becoming a full-time pastor. Sister Minnie received a Master of Science Degree in Education. Pastor James was trained as an Ordained Elder in the United Holy Churches of America as well as a Licensed Elder in the International Fellowship of Pastors and Ministers for 10 years. They have served over fifty years to the church in different areas which they continue to conduct weekly Prayer Meetings and yearly conferences, coaching couples before, during, and after marriage especially at marriage retreats and one-on-one sessions as well as serve as pastors of Launch Deep Ministries, Inc. in Clinton, MD for the past 28 years. They are retired and are proud parents and grandparents.” The last married couple featured is Rev. Dr. George B. & Sister G. Patricia “Pat” Moody. “We met at Hampton Institute, in 1960 as freshmen. We first married in 1965 but divorced in 1980, started dating again in 2000, and re-married in 2009! God truly works in mysterious ways. I had never planned on marrying again, and not marrying my first husband again!! But God!! We pray every day to maintain our marriage, it is a work in progress. Do pray for us. We want couples to persevere, don't give up-let God guide your steps and lead you as you strengthen your relationship every day. Sister G. Patricia “Pat” Moody received a Bachelor's degree in Business Education in 1964 from Hampton Institute, (VA) now it is Hampton University. Rev. Dr. George B. Moody graduated from Hampton University in 1965 with his Bachelor's degree. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Temple University and a Doctorate of Ministry from Howard University. Dr. Moody worked for over 25 years in United Methodist churches in Maryland and Delaware retiring in 2014. Now in 2021, he works as a part-time minister at Ezion-Mt. Carmel UMC in Wilmington, DE.”Full episode scheduled to be released Friday, June 18, 2021. Please feel free to email Solomon & Jamila Jefferson at info@itsnothowyoustartbuthowyoufinish.com for comments, questions, etc.   

Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/5/16/facing-goliath-graduation-sundayRev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindyZionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.orgEuchre - Euchre or eucre (/ˈjuːkər/) is a trick-taking card game commonly played in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Great Britain, and the United States. It is played with a deck of 24, 28, or 32 standard playing cards. Normally there are four players, two on each team, although there are variations that range from two to nine players. Euchre was responsible for introducing the joker into the modern deck of cards. The Joker Deck was introduced to Americanized Euchre around 1860 with the joker acting as a top trump or best Bower (from the German word Bauer, "farmer", denoting also the Jack – see Bester Bube).[1] Euchre is believed to be closely related to the French game Écarté,[2] the seventeenth-century game Loo, and the 19th-century game Juckerspiel. It may be sometimes referred to as Knock Euchre to distinguish it from Bid Euchre. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euchre Finding purpose in Fondwa: Zionsville couple shares purpose of long-term mission to build housing in Haiti • Current Publishing - https://bit.ly/2RpIQAO

Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermonsRev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindyZionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.orgWho was Moses? Moses also known as Moshe Rabbenu is the most important prophet in Judaism, and an important prophet in Christianity, Islam, the Baháʼí Faith, and a number other Abrahamic religions. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moses Carey Nieuwhof - Carey Nieuwhof is a former lawyer and founding pastor of Connexus Church. He's the author of several best-selling books, including his latest, Didn't See It Coming, and speaks to leaders around the world about leadership, change and personal growth.The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast and Carey's blog at www.CareyNieuwhof.com are accessed by millions of leaders each year. https://careynieuwhof.com Protect Like a Mother - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQLj9KQyVNA&t=73s

Episode Notes and Links:Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/4/25/presence-and-remembranceRev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindyZionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.orgSacraments - Sacraments are practices ordained by Jesus and given to his followers, in order to help us live more fully into His Story. By “practices” I mean things we do again and again and again (often in worship). They are ordained (commanded) by Christ: When Jesus first shares communion with is disciples, he tells us to “do this in remembrance of me.” His final command to the disciples was to “make disciples of all nations, baptizing in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.” Sacraments are rooted in story--they call to mind the story of Christ, what he did on our behalf and how he showed us to live. And they point toward the ongoing presence and grace of God within our lives.Communion - Holy Communion includes a profound act of remembrance that recalls the last supper Jesus had with his disciples. But it is more than just a ritual of remembering. It is primarily an act through which our connection with God, each other and our life of ministry in the world is nourished and strengthened. https://www.umc.org/en/content/ask-the-umc-is-communion-simply-a-ritual-of-remembrance Dr. David Steinmetz - Steinmetz retired from Duke Divinity School in 2009 after teaching for more than 35 years. He studied with Heiko Oberman at Harvard University and was a specialist in the history of Christianity in late medieval and early modern Europe. Oxford University Press released his book Calvin in Context in a revised and expanded edition in 2010, and in 2011 he published a collection of theological essays titled Taking the Long View, also from Oxford. In 2006 Steinmetz was elected a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He was a United Methodist minister and a former president of the American Society of Church History. https://divinity.duke.edu/node/8187 Road to Emmaus Appearance - According to the New Testament, the road to Emmaus appearance is one of the early resurrection appearances of Jesus after his crucifixion and the discovery of the empty tomb.[1][2][3] Both the meeting on the road to Emmaus and the subsequent supper at Emmaus, depicting the meal that Jesus had with two disciples after the encounter on the road, have been popular subjects in art. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_to_Emmaus_appearance Mother Teresa - Mother Teresa was born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu in Skopje*, Macedonia, on August 26**, 1910. Her family was of Albanian descent. At the age of twelve, she felt strongly the call of God. She knew she had to be a missionary to spread the love of Christ. At the age of eighteen she left her parental home in Skopje and joined the Sisters of Loreto, an Irish community of nuns with missions in India. After a few months' training in Dublin she was sent to India, where on May 24, 1931, she took her initial vows as a nun. From 1931 to 1948 Mother Teresa taught at St. Mary's High School in Calcutta, but the suffering and poverty she glimpsed outside the convent walls made such a deep impression on her that in 1948 she received permission from her superiors to leave the convent school and devote herself to working among the poorest of the poor in the slums of Calcutta. https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace/1979/teresa/biographical/ There are four verbs that each pastor uses when we bless the bread or the cup. These are the four movements of the communion liturgy. Christ takes. Christ blesses. Christ breaks (or sheds). Christ gives. So we remember that the life of Christ was taken and blessed, broken and distributed, for the salvation of us all. But here's the kicker: when we come to the altar, to receive this meal, we bring ourselves, and ask God to do with us what God will. To make something of our lives, broken and marred by sin though we may be. And so God takes, receiving and blessings us. But then, once Christ is in us, we are broken and given--sent forth to be living sacrifices of love and service and witness to God's great grace and mercy.

April 20 One Thing More - https://youtu.be/fTZnq8H8eS0 Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindyZionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.orgIndianapolis Mass Shooting - https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/16/us/indianapolis-shooting-fedex-facility/index.html

Sunday Sermon link - https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/4/19/water-and-spiritRev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. You can find Jamalyn on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jpeighwilliamson and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpw675.Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/. You can find Kim on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.f.king.7 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kimkingindyZionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.orgSacraments - Sacraments are practices ordained by Jesus and given to his followers, in order to help us live more fully into His Story. By “practices” I mean things we do again and again and again (often in worship). They are ordained (commanded) by Christ: When Jesus first shares communion with is disciples, he tells us to “do this in remembrance of me.” His final command to the disciples was to “make disciples of all nations, baptizing in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.” Sacraments are rooted in story--they call to mind the story of Christ, what he did on our behalf and how he showed us to live. And they point toward the ongoing presence and grace of God within our lives.Baptism - There's arguments about how you should be baptized (sprinkling, pouring, or full immersion in water). We also disagree about how often you need to be baptized. Some churches teach you have to baptized anew with every profession of faith, or to be part of their specific congregation, while others (including Methodists) affirm only one baptism is sufficient for your lifetime. And probably the biggest debate centers around when you can receive that baptism--how old do you have to be? Is there an age of accountability for which we should wait, or can others (like your parents) make the decision to have you baptized?Missionary Baptist Church - Missionary Baptists are a group of Baptists that grew out of the missionary / anti-missionary controversy that divided Baptists in the United States in the early part of the 19th century, with Missionary Baptists following the pro-missions movement position. Those who opposed the innovations became known as anti-missions or Primitive Baptists. Since arising in the 19th century, the influence of Primitive Baptists waned as "Missionary Baptists became the mainstream". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Missionary_Baptists What is a Deacon? - https://www.britannica.com/topic/deacon Baptismal Font - In the Christian world, a baptismal font is not a fancy script or style or writing. It's a piece of furniture. Specifically, the baptismal font is the receptacle in which water is held for the baptism, one of the most important rituals in Christian churches. https://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-a-baptismal-font-definition-design.html Matt Bays (Finding God in the Ruins: How God Reddems Pain) - When the reality of your pain doesn't line up with what you've been taught in church, then what? While many abandon their faith or embrace hopelessness, it is possible to discover the God who heals your heart in the midst of the pain. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25779509-finding-god-in-the-ruins You can find Matt on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/mattbays70 and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mattbayswriter United Methodist Church - The United Methodist Church was created in 1968, but Methodism dates back to John and Charles Wesley who sought to spread the Methodist movement they began as student small group at Oxford. At about the same time, people like Philip Otterbein and Martin Boehm were leading similar movements that helped people grow in their faith. Those two strands of Christianity came together decades later to form The United Methodist Church. https://www.umc.org Two Point Charge - In The United Methodist Church, some smaller congregations will share a pastor. If a pastor is in charge of leading two churches, this is often referred to as a “two point charge.”Confirmation - United Methodists use the term "confirmation" to mark the first time a baptized Christian publicly "confirms" their intention to live the vows of the baptismal and membership covenant and so becomes a professing member of the local congregation and The United Methodist Church.https://www.umc.org/en/content/ask-the-umc-what-do-i-need-to-know-about-confirmation-in-the-united-methodist-church Dr. Gregory Jones, Dean of Duke Divinity School - “The problem is not that we baptize children when they are too young to remember. The problem is that we don't raise them to understand what it means to be baptized.”

Rev. Kim King - Kim has been a practicing therapist since 2007. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Helping people heal and realize their true potential is her calling. She believes that the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical components of humans are inextricably intertwined. Therefore, all aspects of the human must be and are by default, engaged in the therapeutic process for change to occur. Prior to working as a therapist, she served United Methodist congregations in Pastoral roles for 10 years and held a variety of corporate (Fortune 500) roles prior to her congregational work. She is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary (MDiv & MAMFT) and Indiana Wesleyan University (BSBA, Magna cum Laude). Kim is also an AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) Approved Supervisor. https://kimkingcounseling.com/about/ Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson - Jamalyn and husband, David lived in Fondwa, Haiti from 2003-2005 and consider Fondwa like home. Before founding Zanmi Fondwa (https://zanmifondwa.com), Jamalyn held a variety of roles in the United Methodist Church as an ordained Elder. Outside the office, Jamalyn loves hanging out with her family, watching sports and drinking coffee with friends. Zanmi Fondwa - Zanmi Fondwa is dedicated to helping families find stability through housing, education, and economic development. We believe that if a family has a safe home this creates stability and stability creates space for families to dream about a new future. Our goal includes providing jobs for Haitians by building 40 homes in three years. Each project creates 15-20 jobs. https://zanmifondwa.comToday's Episode is a continued conversation from the Sunday, February 28, 2021, message of Zionsville United Methodist Church. You can listen to or watch the message here: https://www.zumc.org/sermons/2021/2/28/houston-we-have-a-problem Robert's Park United Methodist Church, Indianapolis - https://robertsparkumc.org St. Luke's United Methodist Church, Indianapolis - stlukesumc.comEnneagram - What is the Enneagram? The Enneagram, is a model of the human psyche which is principally understood and taught as a typology of nine interconnected personality types. At its core, the Enneagram helps us to see ourselves at a deeper, more objective level and can be of invaluable assistance on our path to self-knowledge. https://www.enneagraminstitute.comOur current message series at Zionsville United Methodist Church and this episode of One Thing More is based on the book, Long Story Short by Josh McNall. The book can be purchased through the publishing company Seedbed: https://my.seedbed.com/product/long-story-short/Brené Brown - Brené Brown is an American professor, lecturer, author, and podcast host. Brown holds the Huffington Foundation's Brené Brown Endowed Chair at the University of Houston's Graduate College of Social Work and is a visiting professor in management at McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. https://brenebrown.com Walter Brueggeman - Walter Brueggemann is surely one of the most influential Bible interpreters of our time. He is the author of over one hundred books and numerous scholarly articles. He has been a highly sought-after speaker. https://www.walterbrueggemann.comZionsville United Methodist Church - https://www.zumc.org

Reverend Lé Selah is a woman changing hearts and minds as the Founder and Lead Pastor of Rebirth Humanity. She originally hails from Houston, Texas and started in ministry as a child. Lé Selah spent 20 years serving in executive leadership for major corporations before surrendering to the call of ministry and entrepreneurship. She has a Bachelor of Science from University of Houston and a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary. Lé Selah is an Ordained Elder in the Free Methodist Church. She is a resilient prophetic voice and cultural influencer. This powerhouse has unique spiritual gifts that reach across racial and social barriers. Her heart to serve has no boundaries and spans from Hollywood producers to the homeless. Pastor Lé Selah enjoys traveling and is the mother of an adult son and a proud grandmother.

Dr. Cheryl Kirk-Duggan, Professor of Religion at Shaw University Divinity School, and Ordained Elder in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church discusses the significant role of The Black Church all the way from 1900 through the death of Martin Luther King Jr. She also shares how enslavement evolved into Jim Crow laws, mass incarceration, and voter suppression, as well as how white Christians contributed to these issues and their long-term effects on Black Americans and The Black Church. https://www.vanderbloemen.com/blog/origins-reconstruction-freedom-podcast

Hope is More Than A Word is hosted by Rev. Shane Frederick. In this episode, Shane talks with Rev. Beth Ann Cook, pastor of Logansport First United Methodist Church in Northern Indiana. She talks about her journey from atheism to being an Ordained Elder and President of the Indiana Confessing Movement and a member of the board of Good News Magazine. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopeis/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopeis/support

Rev. Rochelle Andrews in an Ordained Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. She currently serves as the Director of the The Center for Public Theology at Wesley Theological Seminary and as the Associate Pastor of Oak Chapel UMC. In this episode, Rev Andrews speaks to the need for ministry leaders to see beyond the pulpit. Her experience in the business world, politics, and church leadership gives her keen insight into the racial, economic, and social disparities that exist in our world, which have created the world we live in. Rochelle speaks to her passion for justice, not charity, advocacy, and policy change, calling the church to task and inviting us to pray with our actions.

The next #SummerSermonSeries comes from Lead Pastor Rachel Billups of Ginghamsburg Church in Ohio.   Pastor Rachel provides leadership and vision for the Tipp City Campus and partners with worship, mission and discipleship ministries to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Rachel, an Ordained Elder within the United Methodist Church, holds a Master of Divinity degree from Duke Divinity School. She and her husband, Jon, have four children – Adeline, Christopher, David and Sarah. Rachel's Book "Be Bold: Finding Your Fierce"  Facebook Twitter Other messages at Ginghamsburg Church    

In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing: Father Kevin Daugherty of Lincoln, Pennsylvania.  He is the co-founder, Abbot and priest of Kindling Fires: A New Monastic Order and is Mission Developer/Pastor of the Mission St. Anthony within the Anthem Network. Kevin was ordained to Christian ministry in April 2013, became an Ordained Elder within The Anthem Network in October 2017, and was commissioned as Abbot in June 2018. In the episode we discuss several things including: His elevator speech. He describes Kindling Fires: A New Monastic Order. What it is and what makes it unique. He describes the New Monasticism movement. He talks about his vision for ministry in general and his vision for the Independent Sacramental Movement. He describes his greatest challenge within ministry. And finally, he talks about his greatest blessing within ministry. Links: The Anthem Network. Kindling Fires: A New Monastic Order. This episode is sponsored, in part, by Convergent Streams: The Premier ISM Magazine! This episode is sponsored by The Community of Saint George (The Young Rite).  

Getting motivation is good. There are times when motivation can be a detriment to your vision goals. In this episode, I share how motivation can become deadly to the manifestation of your God assigned vision. ABOUT NANETTE Nanette Floyd Patterson is Christian Therapist, Master HIScoach™, Christian Coaching Business Consultant & Trainer. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Ordained Elder. Her practice is located in Raleigh North Carolina where she serves and supports Christian women and teen girls with challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD and other emotional struggles. She is passionate about Christian women not looking for permission to do the very thing that God has already given them permission to do. She has been married for 25 years and has two wonderful sons. Her mission is to help women get free from vision blockers and get clear on the vision so that they can get moving on whatever it is that God has already ordained. You can find her on Facebook www.Facebook.com/NanetteFloydPatterson www.Youtube.com/theseedplanter www.Instagram.com/NanetteFloydPatterson Get FREE Dig Deeper resources at www.NanettePatterson.com.

Getting motivation is good. There are times when motivation can be a detriment to your vision goals. In this episode, I share how motivation can become deadly to the manifestation of your God assigned vision. ABOUT NANETTE Nanette Floyd Patterson is Christian Therapist, Master HIScoach™, Christian Coaching Business Consultant & Trainer. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Ordained Elder. Her practice is located in Raleigh North Carolina where she serves and supports Christian women and teen girls with challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD and other emotional struggles. She is passionate about Christian women not looking for permission to do the very thing that God has already given them permission to do. She has been married for 25 years and has two wonderful sons. Her mission is to help women get free from vision blockers and get clear on the vision so that they can get moving on whatever it is that God has already ordained. You can find her on Facebook www.Facebook.com/NanetteFloydPatterson www.Youtube.com/theseedplanter www.Instagram.com/NanetteFloydPatterson Get FREE Dig Deeper resources at www.NanettePatterson.com.

This episode brings the Womanist identity and movement to the forefront to highlight some of the benefits that embracing womanist philosophies can have for girls and women of color. It features Rev. Cheryl A. Kirk-Duggan, Ph.D., Professor of Religion at Shaw University Divinity School [SUDS], Raleigh, NC, and an Ordained Elder in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

Rev. Dr. Karen NelsonShow Notes: Release Date: Jan 15, 2019About Dr. Nelson: Karen Nelson is married to Gary Nelson, a mother of three, and grandmother of 8! She is a follower of Jesus Christ and an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Christ.

Rev. Dr. Karen NelsonShow Notes: Release Date: Jan 15, 2019About Dr. Nelson: Karen Nelson is married to Gary Nelson, a mother of three, and grandmother of 8! She is a follower of Jesus Christ and an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Christ.  As a second career pastor, Karen went to seminary after twenty years of working with youth in various churches around the state of Iowa. She received her Masters of Divinity and five years later she received her Doctorate of Ministry from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary.  Karen is also a trained Spiritual Director. Karen has served at First United Methodist Church in Marion from 1996-2002, New Horizon UMC in Coralville from 2002-2011 and as the Field Outreach Minister of the Central District of the Iowa UMC from 2011-2016. She considers it a blessing to serve as the pastor of Lisbon UMC, a community she and Gary have known and loved for years. Karen has served on the Board of Advisors for the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary as well as taught at the same institution. Karen’s passion is the Church and it is her desire that all people come to know how much they are loved by their God. I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord. Get the show notes at http://allthingschurch.org/podcast-2/episode-1-new-year-new-discipline/

Sometimes we may find it difficult to do what is necessary to heal from past hurts, pain, disappointments, etc. Healing is a process. God is certainly faithful to do His part but are we willing to do our part? Yes, there is a part that we must play. In this podcast episode, Nanette gives you some tips to help you get through the healing process. ABOUT NANETTE Nanette Floyd Patterson is Christian Therapist, Master HIScoach™, Christian Coaching Business Consultant & Trainer. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Ordained Elder. Her practice is located in Raleigh North Carolina where she serves and supports Christian women and teen girls with challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD and other emotional struggles. She is passionate about Christian women not looking for permission to do the very thing that God has already given them permission to do. She has been married for 25 years and has two wonderful sons. Her mission is to help women get free from vision blockers and get clear on the vision so that they can get moving on whatever it is that God has already ordained. You can find her on Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram. www.NanettePatterson.com.

Sometimes we may find it difficult to do what is necessary to heal from past hurts, pain, disappointments, etc. Healing is a process. God is certainly faithful to do His part but are we willing to do our part? Yes, there is a part that we must play. In this podcast episode, Nanette gives you some tips to help you get through the healing process. ABOUT NANETTE Nanette Floyd Patterson is Christian Therapist, Master HIScoach™, Christian Coaching Business Consultant & Trainer. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Ordained Elder. Her practice is located in Raleigh North Carolina where she serves and supports Christian women and teen girls with challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD and other emotional struggles. She is passionate about Christian women not looking for permission to do the very thing that God has already given them permission to do. She has been married for 25 years and has two wonderful sons. Her mission is to help women get free from vision blockers and get clear on the vision so that they can get moving on whatever it is that God has already ordained. You can find her on Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram. www.NanettePatterson.com.

You hear individuals talk about doing things in excellence. You have to listen closely to make sure they are not referring to perfectionism. Being perfect is a myth, a hoax. In this podcast, Nanette explains the difference between the two and gives valuable nuggets you need to know to overcome perfectionism. ABOUT NANETTE Nanette Floyd Patterson is Christian Therapist, Master HIScoach™, Christian Coaching Business Consultant & Trainer. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Ordained Elder. Her practice is located in Raleigh North Carolina where she serves and supports Christian women and teen girls with challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD and other emotional struggles. She is passionate about Christian women not looking for permission to do the very thing that God has already given them permission to do. She has been married for 25 years and has two wonderful sons. Her mission is to help women get free from vision blockers and get clear on the vision so that they can get moving on whatever it is that God has already ordained. You can find her on Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram. www.NanettePatterson.com

You hear individuals talk about doing things in excellence. You have to listen closely to make sure they are not referring to perfectionism. Being perfect is a myth, a hoax. In this podcast, Nanette explains the difference between the two and gives valuable nuggets you need to know to overcome perfectionism. ABOUT NANETTE Nanette Floyd Patterson is Christian Therapist, Master HIScoach™, Christian Coaching Business Consultant & Trainer. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Ordained Elder. Her practice is located in Raleigh North Carolina where she serves and supports Christian women and teen girls with challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD and other emotional struggles. She is passionate about Christian women not looking for permission to do the very thing that God has already given them permission to do. She has been married for 25 years and has two wonderful sons. Her mission is to help women get free from vision blockers and get clear on the vision so that they can get moving on whatever it is that God has already ordained. You can find her on Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram. www.NanettePatterson.com

We interview Dr. David Calhoun, Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church and Professor of Religion at Lindsey Wilson College, regarding his Woke Pastors article "Why I Stopped Praying for the Renewal of my Denomination."

"Radical self care says, 'I unapologetically love me so that I can love you.'"  We are kicking off Women's History Month talking about community and how women can care for ourselves and for one another with Soul-Wealth Coach & Healer, Best-Selling Author, Sisterhood Specialist, Ordained Elder, Living Kidney Donor, and “proud Mom,” Dr. Vikki Johnson. Vikki has been a keynote speaker for TEDx Women, the Pentagon, and Federally Employed Women to name a few, and her  Girl Talk Unplugged, Sacred Sister Leader Network inspires women to be great in the mirror first, then in the marketplace via Sistahood!     "We reflect each other's greatness...when women come together it's magical and healing." ~ @AllThingsVikki Tweetworthy!     Today's Power Boost: Teri Harrison,Founder of Fearless Fabulous Worldwide   Take action! By Teri Nichole Harrison, Esq. Connect with Teri on Facebook and Twitter Visit her site to learn more at www.FFWORLDWIDE.com     Resources from our conversation: Visit Vikki's website HERE Connect with her on Facebook and @AllThingsVikki on Instagram and Twitter Be sure to pick up your copy of Vikki's newly released book Addicted to Counterfeit Love.   Apply Your Oxygen Mask First  - A Her Power Hustle blog post on mentorship and professional preservation Bonnie McDaniel's Queen Bee: 7 Reasons Why Women are Not Empowered and What You Can Do Now To Change this Phenomenon - Don't forget that Her Power Hustle listeners are eligible for a free audio book from Audible, along with a free month subscription I'm EVERY Woman!!! Classic from the Great Chaka Khan Michelle Y. Talbert is a DC-based author and recovering attorney and the curator of the Her Power Hustle Community. She’s passionate about networking and relationships and writes on business and entrepreneurship topics for a number of sites, including Black Enterprise and Killer Startups. Her new ebook, ‘Why White Guys Having Fun Make Great Mentors for Black Women,” (2015) chronicles advice and mentorship for Black women in business gleaned from her conversations with Guy Kawasaki, Peter Shankman and other guys in business having fun and at the top of their industries.  

FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE   Special Guest: Amber Lyons is an Ordained Elder, who preaches and teaches the unadulterated gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Being a strong woman of faith and diligently serving in ministry to assist in birthing the visions and dreams of others, did not exempt her from living a secret life filled with years of abuse. She wore a mask to hide the pain and suffering, however, she yet remained faithful to her call to the Lord and her spiritual leaders. Amber emerged from that dark place in her life as a successful Survivor and Thrives with a Passion to help others suffering in silence.