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Today, we're not talking about profit. We're talking about personality. I believe it's really important that we get who we are right so that we can get our businesses right. I'm chatting with Bethny Ricks about her forthcoming book, Face Forward, Reclaiming Hope when Everything Falls Apart. Listen to what Bethny shares about how hard things help shape who we are. GET MY NEW BOOK! - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/profit-genius-book Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-me-step-1Visit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe Connect with Bethny:website: bethnyricks.com Purchase her book: Amazon, B&N, Target More About the Episode Sponsor:Simple Strategies Group (https://linktr.ee/simplestrategiesgroup) - Get help automating your text and email systems!
Today, we're not talking about profit. We're talking about personality. I believe it's really important that we get who we are right so that we can get our businesses right. I'm chatting with Bethny Ricks about her forthcoming book, Face Forward, Reclaiming Hope when Everything Falls Apart. Listen to what Bethny shares about how hard things help shape who we are. GET MY NEW BOOK! - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/profit-genius-book Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-me-step-1Visit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe Connect with Bethny:website: bethnyricks.com Purchase her book: Amazon, B&N, Target More About the Episode Sponsor:Simple Strategies Group (https://linktr.ee/simplestrategiesgroup) - Get help automating your text and email systems!
Send us a textWhat if... We didn't have to think what we were thinking. Every day, we have approximately 60,000 thoughts. Our minds are busy! 80% of those thoughts are negative, and 95% are repetitive. Before we feel defeated, what if there was a way to change our thoughts? The Bible talks about taking our thoughts captive, but how do we do that? In this episode, we welcome back Robin Blumenthal, who is going to give us three steps to take to redirect our thoughts; the best part is... you can start today. As we get started, this podcast is a ministry of Reclaimed Story. We are an Arizona non-profit ministry dedicated to helping women heal from the pain of their past so that their story becomes their strength. We do this through small groups, conferences, workshops, and content including this podcast. One of the ways that we can provide this ministry is through our unique, truth-affirming jewelry. Our affordable and quality jewelry reinforces the truth of what God has to say about you and reminds you to keep focused on Him in your healing journey. Check out our line of over 70 pieces at www.reclaimedstory.com Stay connected with Robin:You can purchase, Where in the Zoo are you? OR schedule Robin to speak at www.robinblumenthal.org Tucson: Register for Reclaiming Hope > HEREHere are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth. For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.comDid you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE. Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on Facebook or Instagram
We greatly appreciate you tuning into this episode of the Reclaiming Hope podcast. If we can pray for you in any way please email us at reclaiminghopeministry@gmail.com. Our ministry is meant to bring a message of inspiration and encouragement. This podcast is partially sponsored by Peachtree Press LLC (www.peachtreepress.org), Getting To Know Your Bible (www.gettingtoknowyourbible.com), the Summerdale Church of Christ (www.summerdalechurch.org), and Ray Reynolds Rap (www.rayreynoldsrap.com). (www.reclaiminghopeministry.com). Remember… There is always HOPE! Ray & Misty Reynolds
Intro Angela O'Brien Mom Series: “Reclaiming Hope” Welcome back to our mom series. We're excited to introduce you to Angel Obrien of the “Especially Organized Podcast”. Angela lives in Texas and is professional organizer who, as a mom of a daughter diagnosed with Down Syndrome, loves working with parents of children with special needs to create a calm and peaceful environment for themselves and their families. ladies you're going to love this episode. So let's get started. Angela O'Brien is a wife, mother of two, professional organizer, certified Enneagram coach, and host of the podcast Especially Organized: Sensible Solutions for Special Needs Moms. After graduate school, Angela spent time at several Fortune 500 companies in various sales, marketing, and brand management roles. When her daughter was born with Down Syndrome, she made the switch to stay-at-home mom to focus on her daughter's extra needs. In 2021, Angela started Your Space Reclaimed, a professional organizing business where she coaches busy women through their clutter so that they can reclaim the space, freedom, and energy to do the things they love to do. In early 2023, Angela presented to a group of moms raising kids with Down Syndrome. She was so inspired by the conversation and the organizing needs of this community that she started a podcast to help special needs moms get organized and has shifted her business focus toward helping caregivers of kids with special needs get more organized in their daily life. Angela lives in Dallas, TX with her husband of 26 years. She has volunteered in various roles at the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas since 2005, including as a member of their Board of Directors. Currently, she loves to hold precious babies when she meets with new parents at the Down Syndrome Clinic at Children's Medical Center Dallas and serves on the Board of Directors at her daughter's beloved school, the Notre Dame School of Dallas. Instagram (@yourspacereclaimed) Facebook (Your Space Reclaimed) Website Your Space Reclaimed Professional Organizing Connect with Us: If you enjoy this podcast please share us with others and be sure to follow us so won't miss an episode. We'd love to hear from you so please leave us a comment or rating and connect with us on social media or on our website. Email us Website: Instagram Facebook: Facebook Group Free Youtube Resource Library
We greatly appreciate you tuning into this episode of the Reclaiming Hope podcast. If we can pray for you in any way please email us at reclaiminghopeministry@gmail.com. Our ministry is meant to bring a message of inspiration and encouragement. This podcast is partially sponsored by Peachtree Press LLC (www.peachtreepress.org), Getting To Know Your Bible (www.gettingtoknowyourbible.com), the Summerdale Church of Christ (www.summerdalechurch.org), and Ray Reynolds Rap (www.rayreynoldsrap.com). (www.reclaiminghopeministry.com). Remember… There is always HOPE! Ray & Misty Reynolds
Subject: Our Hope is based on the promises of God. One of those promises is that Christ is praying for you. Speaker or Performer: Pastor Bob Scripture Passage(s): Romans 8:34 Date of Delivery: October 8, 2023
Message from Jon Diquattro on October 8, 2023
Subject: Reclaiming our hope in troubled times begins with understanding the foundation of hope. Speaker or Performer: Pastor Bob Scripture Passage(s): James 5:13-18 Date of Delivery: October 1, 2023
This week Jay has a big show! Segments 2 and 3 Bill McAfee will be here with his mid year "Economic Update" for the El Paso county area and then in the 4th segment a special guest Sues Hess from Reclaiming Hope dealing with Colorado sex trafficking's will close out the show about a special event coming up. If you want to get ahold of her go to sues@reclaiming-hope.org or call her at 719-425-9405 (w) or 719-210-2453 (c)
This week Jay has a big show! Segments 2 and 3 Bill McAfee will be here with his mid year "Economic Update" for the El Paso county area and then in the 4th segment a special guest Sues Hess from Reclaiming Hope dealing with Colorado sex trafficking's will close out the show about a special event coming up. If you want to get ahold of her go to sues@reclaiming-hope.org or call her at 719-425-9405 (w) or 719-210-2453 (c)
In this episode, "A Case for Hope Over Shame," delve into part 2 of this invitation into a collision with a more intricate revelation of a confident expectation of good. What does hope have to do with shame? Explore some riveting thoughts that will inspire and awaken hope and resilience in you. Get empowered with strategies that combat shame and fear; and renew your true joy and confidence. Learn how to navigate the duality of hope for the eternal and the now; and how you can be in great company with other heroes of faith.If you haven't already - please tune in to part one of this series to follow along.Get Your Hopes Up!@damiteninwww.bydami.comwww.tribalmarks.com
Over 300,000 children are exploited in the US each year. The average age when children are trafficked is 11-14 years old. In 2020, our local law enforcement task force in Colorado Springs conducted 180 investigations. The problem is in Colorado Springs.
Over 300,000 children are exploited in the US each year. The average age when children are trafficked is 11-14 years old. In 2020, our local law enforcement task force in Colorado Springs conducted 180 investigations. The problem is in Colorado Springs.
In this episode, "A Case for Hope - Reclaiming Hope with Imagination Strategies," I invite you into a collision with a more intricate revelation of a confident expectation of good. Explore the revelation truth that will inspire and awaken hope and resilience in you. Get empowered with strategies that combat fear, and renew your true joy and confidence. Learn how to navigate the duality of hope for the eternal and the now; and how you can be in great company with other heroes of faith.It's the why behind my call to "get your hopes up" and the mission behind my lifestyle brand, Tribal Marks. I'm forever intrigued by the nature of identity which in essence defines your image. Consider this shared root word “image” with the word imagination, and imagination - the bedrock of hope. Because true hope has the power to create mind-shifts that paint a vivid picture in your heart. And a vivid picture gives your life's motion a destination to actualize. But identity needs security, and hope breeds security. Get Your Hopes Up!@damiteninwww.bydami.comwww.tribalmarks.com
Thank you for listening to The Morning Five! Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and help fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: Tranquil Dawn #politics #faith #Biden #Ukraine #Zelensky #MorningFive #MichaelWear #China #Putin #NASA #Astronomy #TimScott #2024 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Thank you for listening to The Morning Five! Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: Tranquil Dawn #politics #faith #Biden #Ukraine #Zelensky #MorningFive #MichaelWear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Thank you for listening to The Morning Five! Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: Tranquil Dawn #politics #faith #Biden #Ukraine #Zelensky #Ohio #Turkey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Thank you for listening to The Morning Five! Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: Tranquil Dawn #politics #faith #MunichConference #JimmyCarter #Fetterman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Welcome to another week of Wear We Are with Michael & Melissa Wear! In this week's episode, we talk about the recents news surrounding UFOs and chemical spills happening across the US and North America. It's all been a bit overwhelming, right? We talk about our general rules of thumb and approaches to consuming the news in times like these when it all becomes chaotic and speculative. In the second half of the episode, we talk about forgiveness in public life. Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #TimKeller #CollinHansen #WearWeAre #MichaelWear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Welcome to another week of Wear We Are with Michael & Melissa Wear. In this week's episode, we chat with The Gospel Coalition's Collin Hansen about his new book, Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. We ask Collin about Keller as a pastor, as an American figure, and as a man -- all with interesting and sometimes surprising insights from Collin. We think you'll enjoy this conversation. Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #TimKeller #CollinHansen #WearWeAre #MichaelWear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Thank you for listening to The Morning Five! Take our listener survey! One lucky respondent will receive copies of Michael's books, Reclaiming Hope and Compassion & Conviction. https://tinyurl.com/v8mazyrf As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/subscribe Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: Tranquil Dawn #politics #faith #Balloons #CBO #DebtCeiling #Default #Naloxone #Biden #China #MichaelWear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Hi friends! We're a little late this week with posting this episode, but when you listen, you'll know why. In our last episode of Wear We Are for 2022, we wanted to look back at the trends, conversations, and developments in society -- the less-political aspects that bind our communities together. We talk about religious demographics, social media's longevity, smart phones, AI, and adolescent mental health. What were the trends you noticed this last year? What excites you or concerns you as we head into 2023? As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. We're having a holidays special where you can get a one-year subscription for 30% off. Reclaiming Hope also makes a great gift, so take advantage of this opportunity. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/holidays2022 Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #religion #UK #US #socialmedia #smartphone #adolescent #teen #GenZ #AI #mentalhealth #demographics #WearWeAre #MichaelWear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Friends, we're nearing the end of 2022. Accordingly, this latest episode looks back at the politics of 2022 -- from foreign affairs, to legislation, to the midterms, to the economy, and everything in between. We also look to 2023 and where we might think there may be new developments. Come along for the nostalgic ride. As always, you can become a subscriber and support our work over at Substack. We're having a holidays special where you can get a one-year subscription for 30% off. Reclaiming Hope also makes a great gift, so take advantage of this opportunity. Subscriptions fuel this podcast and helps fund the dozens of hours we put into this podcast and our content each week. Use this link: https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/holidays2022 Thanks for listening, rating/subscribing Wear We Are on your favorite podcast platform, and following/liking The Center for Christianity and Public Life (@ccpubliclife). Join the conversation and follow us on: Instagram: @michaelwear Twitter: @MichaelRWear And check out @tsfnetwork Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #religion #UK #Ukraine #Russia #China #economy #legislation #Congress #Trump #GOP #House #Senate #2024 #WearWeAre #MichaelWear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support
Today we are joined by Bill McAfee the President of Empire Title and Founder of Peak Producers which represents the Top 10% of agents in the Pikes Peak region.Cherise and Bill discuss what real estate can do to transform people's lives and how since the start of forming The Peak Producers, there has been genuine care shown for the community. The organization has helped families find housing who would have otherwise been homeless, as well as support organizations such as Reclaiming Hope, Mary's Home and the Rescue Mission bring programs and hope to those who are in need.Real estate agents have a tendency to be looked at as greedy and money hungry as a perception, but Real Estate in the Colorado Springs community is different as The Peak Producers have allowed the top agents to merge together and combine resources, set aside big egos and connect to causes that bring agents close together.Bill has been tracking the market numbers since 2003 and mentions how the past 3 years have been historic. In Feb 2015, the average time a house was on the market was 110 days. We touch on the August Stats and how the market is still up from the January numbers. 0:00 - 0:23 Intro Bill McAfee & Cherise Selley0:24 - 2:23 Traversing the Real Estate Market Together w/ a Mission2:24 - 2:29 The Peak Producers - The Bigger Mission Behind Real Estate3:00 - 3:52 The Start of Peak Producers Breaks False Perception of Agents3:53 - 4:33 Secret Lives Touched by The Peak Producers4:34 - 5:19 Reclaiming Hope and The Peak Producers5:20 - 5:39 Outrageous Giving Builds Upon Itself5:40 - 7:08 The Springs Rescue Mission and The Peak Producers7:09 - 8:00 Mary's Home and The Peak Producers8:01 - 8:53 Top Real Estate Agents in Colorado Springs Give Back to the Community8:53 - 9:37 A Tribute to Bill - Unlocking Cherise's Voice Through Belief9:38 - 10:17 August 2022 Stats El Paso County10:18 - 10:37 The Market is Still This Much Above January 202210:38 - 10:53 The Peak of the Market in May 2022 Compared to August 202210:54 - 12:15 The Market Goes From a Rocket Ship to Supersonic Jet12:30 - 12:47 Bill McAfee and Flipping Dirt12:48 - 13:36 Changes to A Market We Have Never Seen Before13:37 - 16:45 Bill McAfee's Economic Predictions for Colorado SpringsCherise Selley and the Group talk about what it takes for buyers and sellers to succeed in a complicated real estate market both in Colorado Springs, and in other locations across the country. Subscribe and hit the notification bell for updates on weekly episodes where we discuss what it really takes to succeed in real estate!Although we're based in Colorado, our experience can benefit buyers and sellers, and real estate professionals nationwide.The Real Estate Show is available on Spotify, iTunes, and here on Youtube! Looking to learn more about us? Follow along with Selley Group Real Estate online!✅ https://www.instagram.com/selleygrouprealestate/✅ https://www.facebook.com/SelleyGroupRealEstate
In this sermon Barnabas launches our new series by showing how Acts must be understood from within Israel's generational desires for peace, and how Jesus safeguards these desires from becoming violent utopian dreams. Barnabas encourages the church to reclaim this persevering hope for satisfied needs and safety, and shows that it will not be brought about by any new charismatic man, but by the Spirit who organizes and empowers imperfect communities to birth shalom.
In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Linda Williams and Shawn Partain.Linda is the Executive Director of Addiction Connections Resource and was appointed to Governor Hogan's Emergency Opioid and Heroin Task Force in 2015. In the five years prior to the establishment of ACR, Linda was engaged in the treatment of individuals who abused substances. Her residence ended up serving as a kind of unofficial halfway house. Linda was connecting folks to resources, such as transporting them to the Harford County Health Department, doctor and therapist appointments, and detox with Dr. Hayes. She was also speaking for them in court and providing a large number of the other services that ACR currently offers. This was the idea of ACR when it was first conceived. Linda lost her daughter in 2007.Shawn is in recovery herself and is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, Registered Peer Supervisor, and Outreach Coordinator at ACR. Shawn was on a previous episode when she worked at the Harford County Health Department as a Peer Recovery Specialist which you can listen to at Pain Makes Them Stronger (buzzsprout.com). Shawn has 2 wonderful boys and is also a professional photographer.Thank you to Linda WiThe Kingdom Investor | PodcastTake your generosity to the next level, impact more lives and build a godly legacy! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Business Your WayWe talk strategies, systems & support needed to grow and scale a service-based business..Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyINTRODUCING... 4X THE REWARDS ON GASWith gas prices higher than ever, we wanted a way to help reduce your pain at the pump.That's why Freedom's Platinum Rewards Visa Credit Card is proud to introduce 4X the rewards on fuel.2Use your Platinum Rewards Visa when filling up your vehicle and earn 4x the rewards points. Redeem points for a wide selection of premium merchandise, gift cards to The 3Rs of Auto Repair Great auto repair provides you with the three Rs: reliability, responsiveness, and the right prices. Here's how we do it:Reliability. Our team of skilled auto repair professionals give you reliable service. You can count on us to keep your vehicle running great. Our goal is to keep you coming back to us year after year, and each time you do we work as hard as we can to make your experience a pleasant one.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit Union HELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSRocketbook Get the perfect companion for podcasting, school, office, or anything else.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
When you think of Christian hope, there are a few things that likely come to mind. What happens after we die? Does that matter for here and now? What is heaven? What will it be like? Where is heaven? What is salvation? What is the church? What is the resurrection? What does any of this have to do with today? When I bring up what happens when we die, I often get the response that it doesn't matter too much because we will find out when we get there. In one since there is truth in that because we have no idea what things will fully be like (as Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 13:8-12). On the other hand, what we believe about what happens when we die shapes what we believe God is doing in the world today and how we should live our lives. There are two types of hope found in scripture. First, hope is what lies ahead and is promised by a God who loves to bring hope to each of us. Second, hope is about how the Kingdom of God is breaking into our present-day realities where hope then spills out into the world today. We've tended to lean into the first aspect of hope while ignoring the second. What we believe about what happens in the world determines what we believe God is doing and what we are called to do in the world. We will be looking at a lot of scriptures in the coming weeks to establish a biblical foundation for hope but here are a few to investigate for this week: Isaiah 11, Revelation 21-22, and 1 Corinthians 15. Over the next seven weeks we are going to cover these topics of hope following the video series by NT Wright, “Surprised by Hope.” You can watch the videos here. If you do not have Right Now Media, you can access it here. You can purchase a participants guide here. Use this for your personal studies or as a small group study (now or in the near future). I recommend you watch these videos each week and study what the Bible says about the hope we have. I'll continue to provide my blog and podcast to help prepare for Sunday's lesson. Let's dig deep and reconnect with the foundations of the Christian faith and the hope we have to offer the world. June 19 – Hope for the World June 26 – The Hope of the Resurrection July 3 – The Hope of Heaven July 10 – The Hope of Jesus's Second Coming July 17 – The Hope of Salvation July 24 – The Hope of the Church July 31 – Reclaiming Hope in the Church
Listen in as Ben and Joy Hamilton (husband and wife) have an open conversation about their journey with infertility. They start by sharing their story of learning they had infertility and how that impacted their relationship as they both entered into a very difficult grieving process. Next, Ben and Joy discuss how infertility made it a challenge to be in relationships with others, including inside the church, and how the presence of compassionate listeners began to transform their pain as they borrowed hope from others. They also speak directly to couples who might be dealing with infertility, all mingled with their own story and experience. **This conversation is long, but certainly could be longer. This is a heavy topic, and we recognize there may be gaps or things that are not said. We hope the conversation is honoring and helpful to those who might be struggling here, and to those who may know and love someone who is**
Listen in as Ben has a special conversation with Todd and Kristin as they graciously walk us through some of their story and how Jesus has moved them from a place of shame and fear to freedom and hope.
Michael Wear, a writer and political consultant, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about issues of faith, politics, and advocacy. He also discusses his book Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America. Note: Don't forget to check out our subscriber e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics.
Michael Wear served in the Obama White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships from 2009-2012, and led religious outreach for Pres. Obama's re-election campaign. In 2020, Michael was Sr. Advisor to Not Our Faith PAC, a bipartisan effort that made a Christian case against re-electing Donald Trump. Today, Michael is the founder of Public Square Strategies, a consulting firm at the intersection of faith and public life. Michael is also Sr. Fellow at The Trinity Forum, and has written for The N.Y. Times, Washington Post, The Atlantic, Christianity Today and other major publications. He is an author of, among other contributions, Reclaiming Hope, and has a newsletter of the same name, as well as a recent report he co-wrote for Trinity titled Christianity, Pluralism, and Public Life in the United States.
Michael Wear served in the Obama White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships from 2009-2012, and led religious outreach for Pres. Obama's re-election campaign. In 2020, Michael was Sr. Advisor to Not Our Faith PAC, a bipartisan effort that made a Christian case against re-electing Donald Trump. Today, Michael is the founder of Public Square Strategies, a consulting firm at the intersection of faith and public life. Michael is also Sr. Fellow at The Trinity Forum, and has written for The N.Y. Times, Washington Post, The Atlantic, Christianity Today and other major publications. He is an author of, among other contributions, Reclaiming Hope, and has a newsletter of the same name, as well as a recent report he co-wrote for Trinity titled Christianity, Pluralism, and Public Life in the United States.
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Cindy Villanueva is a memoirist and an inspirational writer with a passion for helping women achieve lives of strength and joy. She's the author of a terrific book called “Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Quest To Recapture Joy” and she is the co-author of “Finding Our Wings: Seven Entrepreneurs on Reclaiming Hope and Power”. Cindy is a seventh degree black-belt master instructor and the owner of Ernie Reyes' World Martial Arts. Her love of teaching led her to be an adjunct professor at Concordia University of Texas where she teaches undergraduate marketing and graduate marketing management and leadership. She speaks regularly on leadership and women in business. Cindy has four children and two grand-children and she splits her time between Austin, Texas and New Smyrna Beach, Florida. In this episode, Cindy and I discuss: Difference between progression in girls and boys when learning self-defense How to set healthy boundaries and how to communicate effectively Navigating through fear and dealing with it healthily Warning signs of an unhealthy or a potentially dangerous relationship Key Takeaways: Don't be afraid to change. Be the person who you're designed to be, that person can change and that's okay. To learn self-defense quicker, be comfortable with getting hurt and be ready to hurt. Sometimes violence is appropriate. Not all kinds of violence are evil. Think about the upside of embracing that fear vs capitulating to that fear. If you choose the latter, you would be less than who you are designed to be and who you're capable of being. Don't instantly dismiss yourself when you feel something is wrong. Trust your intuition and make an informed decision. "As soon as you hear or start saying the word ‘should', run the other direction… there shouldn't be a should, everyone is different. Figure out who you are… and what brings you joy." — Cindy Villanueva Connect with Cindy Villanueva: Twitter: https://twitter.com/KnockoutMrktg Website: http://www.cindyvillanueva.com/ | http://www.komarketingstrategies.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindyvillanueva/detail/contact-info/ CONNECT WITH CYNTHIA: If you'd like to chat with Cynthia, sign up for your Personal Safety Preparedness Consultation with her today! Remember to subscribe to "Born to Be A Badass" so that you don't miss a single episode, and join us in the "Born to Be A Badass Collective" group on Facebook. While you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! If you work in the self-defense world, are a survivor, a healer or otherwise BADASS woman and you would like to be interviewed by Cynthia, reach out at cynthia@jolicoeur.com To learn more about previous guests, listen to past episodes, and get to know your host, go to Apple Podcasts or here. Connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Linkedin
My sweet wife, Misty Reynolds, joins me to discuss the exciting changes taking place within our ministry. We have officially launched the Reclaiming Hope podcast. More information can be found on our website https://www.rayreynoldsrap.com/reclaiming-hope and on our social media sites. To God be the glory! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reynoldsrap/support
In this first episode of Reclaiming Hope, we introduce ourselves and identify the primary purpose of this broadcast. Our goal is to bring hope to the broken. Please subscribe to the show for more uplifting content. You can like, follow, and share our content on Instagram & Facebook where we share daily inspiration. Also, visit us online at rayreynoldsrap.com/reclaiming-hope. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In the second episode of Reclaiming Hope we continue to share our story of how we met, how friendship began, and where hope was found in the back pew. Our goal is to bring hope the broken. Please subscribe to the show for more uplifting content. You can like, follow, and share our content on Instagram & Facebook where we share daily inspiration. Also, visit us online at rayreynoldsrap.com/reclaiming-hope --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this third episode of Reclaiming Hope we continue to share our story of how we met and how our paths should have crossed dozens of times before in the past. Everything happens when it's the right season (Ecclesiastes 3:1). Follow us online at https://www.rayreynoldsrap.com/reclaiming-hope --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Michael Wear is the author of Reclaiming Hope, a consultant, and a former White House Staffer who paired his passion for public service with his strong faith to make it from Buffalo NY all the way to Washington DC. Join us as we talk about how his love of R&B helped him realize his own faith, overcoming imposter syndrome in the White House, what it was like to work for President Barack Obama, and his advice on whether the future of faith may provide answers to overcoming our volatile political climate. You can learn more about Michael Wear, and purchase his latest book, Reclaiming Hope by heading to: https://www.michaelwear.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We live in an age of accelerated anxiety and the prospect of loss stares us in the face in the times of the pandemic. A conversation across generations where two young women writers, Kairavi Bharat Ram, age 22, and Arshya Gaur, age 16, share their hurts and the process of healing with clinical psychologist and author Sonali Gupta and psychologist and family therapist Shelja Sen. Dr. Sen is co-founder of Children First, a child and adolescent mental health institute, and author of Imagine: No Child Left Invisible, All You Need is Love: The Art of Mindful Parenting and Reclaim Your Life: Going Beyond Silence, Shame and Stigma in Mental Health. Clinical psychologist Sonali Gupta is the author of Anxiety: Overcome It and Live Without Fear. Kairavi Bharat Ram is a third-year student at London College of Fashion and has written C is for Cat, D is for Depression. Arshya Gaur is a student, writer and consultant at the Daily O. She recently published a collection of poems titled How to Open a Parachute, dealing with depression and anorexia.
In this episode, Dwight Nash and Ed Love unpack the reason they started this podcast and how it will be a benefit to your multiplicative leadership. About the Podcasters: Dr. Dwight Nash has over 32 years of pastoral experience in places such as Oklahoma, Chicago, New Orleans and Dallas. He has been bi-vocational as well as full-time as he served in his many roles of youth pastor, small groups pastor, lead pastor, church planting pastor and District Superintendent. His doctorate and dissertation in church planting included the creation of a virtual residency that has been implemented and used in many venues over the last eight years. Dwight has spent the last 15 years helping church planters to fulfill their God-given dream of planting a church. With over 50 church planters helped so far, his “well-done” in life is to play a part in starting 1000 Churches over the next 10 years nationally and internationally. www.1000churches.net Dr. Ed Love has planted two multiplying churches, daughtered multiple church plants, and has provided coaching, training, and resources for church planters. Currently, Ed is the Director of Church Multiplication for The Wesleyan Church and is the architect of the Church Multiplication Collective. Ed also designed and teaches the church planting certificate courses for Wesley Seminary. Ed received his M.DIV. from Asbury Theological Seminary and obtained his D.MIN. from George Fox Evangelical Seminary. Ed is the author of Fear Not, Reclaiming Hope, Turn, and many other church multiplication resources. Ed and his wife Emily reside in Muncie, IN with their three spunky kids, Jennah, Josiah, and Micah. www.CMC.org
Pastor Dave closes the series reminding us how God has wired all creation for flourishing and what humankind's role is in bringing about
A few years ago, a study was done having to do with how those outside the faith saw those who professed to be followers of Jesus. In a ranking of the top 7 ways the group perceived the church, the #1 category where they said the people of Jesus acted the least like Jesus was this: the church was judgmental. We know what Jesus taught…but do we understand the implications of choosing to ignore it
We are living in days of growing polarization and rising tension. While our world is more connected than at any time in human history, the divide between us, at every level, only deepens. What does shalom look like and how do we pursue it and reclaim hope?
A divorce, breakup, or betrayal can leave you paralyzed and avoidant of the life you once loved and adored. The places you used to frequent that once felt like home become foreign and send a cringing pain down your spine when you pass by. We spoke with Ellie Hope Collins, founder of Hope Reclaimed, about the tangible steps you can take to get you past the cringing pain you feel every time a memory or place leaves you paralyzed. Using Ellie's reclaiming steps and staying grounded in the Word can help you on your journey to reclaiming hope. FAITH AND GATHER INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/faithandgather/ FAITH AND GATHER FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/faithandgather FAITH INSPIRED SHOWNOTES: https://faithinspiredpodcast.com/2021/02/02/elliecollins/
The restoration of all things according to God's intended desire and purpose at creation - what the Hebrew people understood as "shalom" - can only come to pass if the "shadow" understands and chooses to reconcile its relationship with its Source
“It is not safe to be in politics with your feet planted there, but with your feet planted in the gospel all manner of things are safe.” —Michael Wear Former White House aide and faith strategist Michael Wear says politics is not opt-in. It's like any other area of life where false motives can creep in and distort. But knowing that isn't an excuse to withdraw. Michael is a leading strategist, speaker and practitioner at the intersection of faith, politics and public life. He has advised a president, as well as some of the nation's leading foundations, nonprofits and public leaders, on important issues that define American life today. Michael is the founder of Public Square Strategies LLC, a firm that helps religious groups effectively navigate the American religious and political landscape. Michael is the co-author of Compassion and Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement. He is also author of Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America and writes about faith and politics for a number of media outlets. RESOURCES: "On Being a Good Neighbor", sermon draft by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This episode produced by Laura Finch Theme Song “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Newsletters: HDI newsletter, Reclaiming Hope newsletter by Michael and Melissa Wear Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter: @kentannan | @drjamieaten | @laura_e_finch (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll have evangelicals, sometimes we won't. We thinking learning how to do good better involves listening to lots of perspectives, with different insights and understanding with us. Sometimes it will make us uncomfortable, sometimes we'll agree, sometimes we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction. Especially in our blind spots.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The biblical creation story paints the picture of how the world is designed to work and the role that humankind was always designed to play in its ongoing experience of shalom: universal wholeness and flourishing. But no sooner is the story in full swing, and humankind breaks from the story shattering the relationships fundamental to its flourishing in the process. How does God respond?
When we use our imagination concerning the reason why the Priest and the Levite did not stop to help the wounded man, numerous things come to mind. Perhaps they were in a hurry to get to an important ecclesiastical meeting for which they could not afford to be late. Perhaps their temple regulations demanded that they touch no human body for several hours before their temple function began. Or, they could have been on their way to a meeting to organize a Jerico Road Improvement Association. Certainly this was a real need. It is not enough to aid the wounded man on the Jerico Road. It is also necessary to work to change the conditions of the Road which made robbery possible. Philanthropy is marvelous, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the need for working to remove many conditions of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary. —The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in his sermon draft, "On Being A Good Neighbor" Welcome to the Better Samaritan podcast. Having worked in disaster and humanitarian crises around the globe in our academic and practical work at the Humanitarian Disaster Institute, we've seen many well-intentioned good Samaritans come forward to help others. Unfortunately, not all good Samaritans are helpful. (And we've made plenty of mistakes and keep learning ourselves!) If being seen helping others on the side of the road is more important to us than the victim himself, we miss the point. And caring for the victim without addressing the root causes of his plight doesn't end injustice—it only perpetuates it. Join HDI co-directors Jamie Aten and Kent Annan each week for a new conversation about how we can love the hurting person right in front of us, while also addressing the conditions that put them there in the first place. Normally in each episode we'll interview experts from various fields of study. Next week, inauguration week, we're thrilled to present a conversation with Michael Wear, a leading political thinker who has advised presidents on faith outreach. But today, we process together what happened last week at the U.S. Capitol. Why does it matter for Christians? How, and why, can we go about confessing and lamenting this event—even if we didn't take part? RESOURCES: “Evangelicals must denounce the Christian nationalism in Capitol riots”—opinion piece for Religion News Service by Jamie Aten and Kent Annan Slow Kingdom Coming: Practices for Doing Justice, Loving Mercy and Walking Humbly in the World by Kent Annan "On Being a Good Neighbor", sermon draft by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This episode produced by Laura Finch Theme Song “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Newsletters: HDI newsletter, Reclaiming Hope newsletter by Michael and Melissa Wear Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter: @kentannan | @drjamieaten | @laura_e_finch (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll have evangelicals, sometimes we won't. We thinking learning how to do good better involves listening to lots of perspectives, with different insights and understanding with us. Sometimes it will make us uncomfortable, sometimes we'll agree, sometimes we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction. Especially in our blind spots.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen in as Ben interviews Reclaiming Hope co-host Brenda about her journey with depression, the various ways she's experienced a reclaiming of hope as God has pursued her, the difficultly of addressing mental health at times within the church, and counsel for those struggling themselves.
The most dramatic difference between the creation story of the Hebrew people and that of all the other creation stories to this day has to do with two very significant and paradigm shifting words... that were very good news for humankind
The opening narrative of the Scriptures presents a creation story that emerges from an experience of struggle, isolation, oppression and fear following the exile of Israel to Babylon for 70 years. In a powerful contrast, it refutes and reverses the claims of the creation narratives of the day and offers the reminder of the hope of a goodness not seen but deeply longed for then and now
What can Christians do with our emotions in the face of difficult or even seemingly impossible circumstances? What is the difference between biblical lament and complaining? Listen in as Reclaiming Hope co-hosts, Ben and Brenda have a powerful conversation sharing their understandings and experiences with lament, how they see it applies to the Christian life today, and how it can connect us to Hope.
In this last episode of Prickly and Blooming Season 2, host Jessie Browning checks in with some of her guests from Season 1. Listen to Laura Wall talk about her new book and the unexpected listener to her previous episode. Maggie Gentry recaps her rollercoaster of a year and how she is adapting to being home. Teresa King reflects on losing an election, and Dr. Wendy Slinkard talks about the importance of making personal connections for her business. Episode Timeline: [00:03] Intro [08:01] Checking in with Laura Wall [11:45] Launching her book [15:55] An unexpected listener [21:48] Checking in with Maggie Gentry [26:41] A rollercoaster of a year [31:04] Checking in with Teresa King [34:48] Reflecting on the election results [39:51] A positive conversation from an uncomfortable situation [43:03] Checking in with Dr. Wendy Slinkard [55:11] Outro Resources Mentioned: Laura Hall's Prickly and Blooming episode Hiral Patel's Prickly and Blooming episode Cindy Villanueva's Prickly and Blooming episode Maggie Gentry's Prickly and Blooming episode Teresa King's Prickly and Blooming episode Dr. Wendy Slinkard's Prickly and Blooming episode Finding Our Wings: Seven Entrepreneurs on Reclaiming Hope and Power by Laura Wall, Lindsey Daniels, Cindy Villanueva, Laura Bautista, Patricia Cashion, Hiral Patel and Amber Tarcha Hearts of Healing Center Refuge for Women King's Ransom Standout Quotes: "Detaching from outcomes has been the theme of the year." -Laura Wall [08:40] "It was a perfect example of what we've talked about and I've talked about it in other episodes is like ‘Don't wait until your life blows up.'" -Jessie Browning [44:44] "This project has given my life. Like it's giving me connections and stories and listening and laughing and crying, which are all things I live for, that I love, that I need and that have been so helpful in this weird year that we've had, this isolated year." -Jessie Browning [55:45] Connect: Connect with Lajoie Society: Lajoie Society is Prickly & Blooming; please...
In this last episode of Prickly and Blooming Season 2, host Jessie Browning checks in with some of her guests from Season 1.Listen to Laura Wall talk about her new book and the unexpected listener to her previous episode. Maggie Gentry recaps her rollercoaster of a year and how she is adapting to being home. Teresa King reflects on losing an election, and Dr. Wendy Slinkard talks about the importance of making personal connections for her business.Episode Timeline:[00:03] Intro[08:01] Checking in with Laura Wall[11:45] Launching her book[15:55] An unexpected listener[21:48] Checking in with Maggie Gentry[26:41] A rollercoaster of a year[31:04] Checking in with Teresa King[34:48] Reflecting on the election results[39:51] A positive conversation from an uncomfortable situation[43:03] Checking in with Dr. Wendy Slinkard[55:11] OutroResources Mentioned:Laura Hall’s Prickly and Blooming episodeHiral Patel’s Prickly and Blooming episodeCindy Villanueva’s Prickly and Blooming episodeMaggie Gentry’s Prickly and Blooming episodeTeresa King’s Prickly and Blooming episodeDr. Wendy Slinkard’s Prickly and Blooming episodeFinding Our Wings: Seven Entrepreneurs on Reclaiming Hope and Power by Laura Wall, Lindsey Daniels, Cindy Villanueva, Laura Bautista, Patricia Cashion, Hiral Patel and Amber TarchaHearts of Healing CenterRefuge for WomenKing's RansomStandout Quotes:“Detaching from outcomes has been the theme of the year.” -Laura Wall [08:40]“It was a perfect example of what we’ve talked about and I’ve talked about it in other episodes is like ‘Don’t wait until your life blows up.’” -Jessie Browning [44:44]“This project has given my life. Like it’s giving me connections and stories and listening and laughing and crying, which are all things I live for, that I love, that I need and that have been so helpful in this weird year that we’ve had, this isolated year.” -Jessie Browning [55:45]Connect: Connect with Lajoie Society:Lajoie Society is Prickly & Blooming; please rate, review, and subscribe. Lajoie Society on Instagram Lajoie Society on Facebook Lajoie Society on TwitterLajoie Society Website
What is hope for the Christian? Are there different types of hope? Listen in as co-hosts Ben and Brenda have an honest conversation about hope—what it is and why it can be hard, and the direction and desires of this new podcast.
Brenda interviews Reclaiming Hope host Ben Hamilton about his journey with chronic illness and his wrestle for hope in that ongoing struggle, as well as his advice for those in or near similar situations.
Cindy Villanueva knew what she wanted to do for the rest of her life when she was 15 years old. She had it all mapped out, but those plans were derailed when she found herself pregnant during her freshman year of college.In this episode of Prickly and Blooming, Cindy talks to host Jessie Browning about how she went from a Type-A perfectionist with her life all planned out to becoming one of four women who owns an Ernie Reyes World Martial Arts school. Listen as she describes her journey in martial arts and why it’s important to find people who will cheer you on through life.Episode Timeline:[00:03] Intro[02:07] Meet Cindy Villanueva[05:15] From the golden girl to a statistic[08:40] Best mom, but miserable wife[12:03] Getting her black belt[21:54] Don’t forget those successes[24:46] Working with young women[26:45] Finding people who cheer for you[32:36] A have to life vs a want to life[38:04] Jessie’s rapid fire questions[41:34] Contacting Cindy Villanueva[42:05] Finding Our Wings[44:03] OutroResources Mentioned:Finding Our Wings: Seven Entrepreneurs on Reclaiming Hope and Power by Laura Wall, Lindsey Daniels, Cindy Villanueva, Laura Bautista, Patricia Cashion, Hiral Patel, Amber TarchaBecoming by Michelle ObamaShawn Achor's TED talk on happinessStandout Quotes:“The lessons I learned from that experience that you know what, sometimes all you gotta do is you just gotta stand up. It doesn’t matter what you’ve been through, you just gotta stand up.” -Cindy Villanueva [20:12]“So I always tell everybody, you know what, believe in your coach until you can believe in yourself.” -Cindy Villanueva [30:57]“We have to find ways of setting appropriate boundaries and having conversations without getting wrapped up emotionally about it.” -Cindy Villanueva [34:51]Connect: Connect with Lajoie Society:Lajoie Society is Prickly & Blooming; please rate, review, and subscribe. Lajoie Society on Instagram Lajoie Society on Facebook Lajoie Society on Twitter Lajoie Society Website Learn more about Cindy Villanueva:Cindy Villanueva Website Cindy Villanueva on Instagram Cindy Villanueva on Facebook Cindy Villanueva on Twitter Cindy Villanueva on LinkedIn Ernie Reyes World Martial Arts in Austin's WebsiteErnie Reyes World Martial Arts in Austin on Facebook
Cindy Villanueva knew what she wanted to do for the rest of her life when she was 15 years old. She had it all mapped out, but those plans were derailed when she found herself pregnant during her freshman year of college. In this episode of Prickly and Blooming, Cindy talks to host Jessie Browning about how she went from a Type-A perfectionist with her life all planned out to becoming one of four women who owns an Ernie Reyes World Martial Arts school. Listen as she describes her journey in martial arts and why it's important to find people who will cheer you on through life. Episode Timeline: [00:03] Intro [02:07] Meet Cindy Villanueva [05:15] From the golden girl to a statistic [08:40] Best mom, but miserable wife [12:03] Getting her black belt [21:54] Don't forget those successes [24:46] Working with young women [26:45] Finding people who cheer for you [32:36] A have to life vs a want to life [38:04] Jessie's rapid fire questions [41:34] Contacting Cindy Villanueva [42:05] Finding Our Wings [44:03] Outro Resources Mentioned: Finding Our Wings: Seven Entrepreneurs on Reclaiming Hope and Power by Laura Wall, Lindsey Daniels, Cindy Villanueva, Laura Bautista, Patricia Cashion, Hiral Patel, Amber Tarcha Becoming by Michelle Obama Shawn Achor's TED talk on happiness Standout Quotes: "The lessons I learned from that experience that you know what, sometimes all you gotta do is you just gotta stand up. It doesn't matter what you've been through, you just gotta stand up." -Cindy Villanueva [20:12] "So I always tell everybody, you know what, believe in your coach until you can believe in yourself." -Cindy Villanueva [30:57] "We have to find ways of setting appropriate boundaries and having conversations without getting wrapped up emotionally about it." -Cindy Villanueva [34:51] Connect: Connect with Lajoie Society: Lajoie Society is Prickly & Blooming; please rate, review, and subscribe. Lajoie Society on Instagram Lajoie Society on Facebook Lajoie Society on Twitter Lajoie Society Website Learn more about Cindy Villanueva: Cindy Villanueva Website Cindy Villanueva on Instagram Cindy Villanueva on Facebook Cindy Villanueva on Twitter Cindy Villanueva on LinkedIn Ernie...
Obama's 2012 director of faith-outreach, Michael Wear, joins theologian Miroslav Volf for a conversation on faith and politics in 2020 and beyond. They discuss the connection between the personal and the political in their own lives; why Christians should care about politics; the public responsibility that comes with democratic citizenship; compromise and personal integrity; the challenge of religious and political identity that converges around the common good; ambivalence and political homelessness; and the important challenge and prospect of finding joy in what is, while hoping for what seems impossible.Click here to listen to Michael Wear and the Faith 2020 podcastClick here to subscribe to Michael Wear's Reclaiming Hope email newsletterAbout Michael WearMichael Wear is a leading strategist, speaker and practitioner at the intersection of faith, politics and public life. He has advised a president, as well as some of the nation's leading foundations, non-profits and public leaders, on some of the thorniest issues and exciting opportunities that define American life today. He has argued that the spiritual health and civic character of individuals is deeply tied to the state of our politics and public affairs. As one of President Obama's “ambassadors to America's believers” (Buzzfeed), Michael directed faith outreach for President Obama's historic 2012 re-election campaign. Michael was also one of the youngest White House staffers in modern American history: he served in the White House faith-based initiative during President Obama's first term, where he led evangelical outreach and helped manage The White House's engagement on religious and values issues, including adoption and anti-human trafficking efforts.Today, Michael is also the founder of Public Square Strategies LLC, a sought-after firm that helps religious organizations, political organizations, businesses and others effectively navigate the rapidly changing American religious and political landscape. Michael previously served as Chief Strategist and member of the executive team for the AND Campaign, and is the co-author of Compassion and Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement, alongside Justin Giboney and Christopher Butler.Michael's first book, Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America, offers reflections, analysis and ideas about role of faith in the Obama years and how it led to the Trump era. In 2020, Michael was the co-author, alongside Professor Amy Black, of a major report on “Christianity, Pluralism and Public Life in the United States” that was supported by Democracy Fund. He also writes for The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Catapult Magazine, Christianity Today and other publications on faith, politics and culture. Michael is a Senior Fellow at The Trinity Forum, and he holds an honorary position at the University of Birmingham's Cadbury Center for the Public Understanding of Religion. Michael and his wife, Melissa, are both proud natives of Buffalo, New York. They now reside in Northern Virginia, where they are raising their beloved daughter, Saoirse.
Because of this paradox about the internet: that it can be both a thing of beauty and a dumpster fire, we all have to do our individual parts to make it more of the first description: a place of needed connection, education, encouragement, and personal and communal growth, and much, much less of the latter. There's more than one way we can do this, but this episode is about one specific idea. Shadow & Light Browse Tsh's recommended books Create Your Rule of Life (pay what you want) Who Tsh supports on Patreon: Annie Jones' From the Front Porch, Beth & Sarah's Pantsuit Politics, The Catholic Traveler, Dear Hank and John Who Tsh supports on Substack: David French's The Dispatch, Claire Diaz-Ortiz's Newsletter, Knox McCoy's Sectional Healing, Amber Haines' Story Letters, Seth Haines' The Examined Life, Circe Institute's Forma Journal, Hank Green's Pay Attention, Nicole Bennett's Book is the Watchword, Mark Galli's Galli Report, Jeff Chu's Notes From a Make-Believe Farmer, Stephanie Smith's Slant Letter, Michael Wear's Reclaiming Hope, Anna Cordrea-Rado's The Professional Freelancer, Sarah Bessey's Field Notes, Erin Moon's The Swipe Up, and Caroline TeSelle's I'll Be Witty Tomorrow The Repair Shop, on Netflix Rothys.com/goodlist
Michael Wear is a friend and fellow damn-giver. He believes politics is a forum for loving your neighbor. And that's exactly why he joins us on the show today — to help us be hopeful, to share that hope, and to love out neighbor well. From Michael’s website: Michael Wear is a leading strategist, speaker and practitioner at the intersection of faith, politics and public life. He has advised a president, as well as some of the nation’s leading foundations, non-profits and public leaders, on some of the thorniest issues and exciting opportunities that define American life today. He has argued that the spiritual health and civic character of individuals is deeply tied to the state of our politics and public affairs. As one of President Obama’s “ambassadors to America’s believers” (Buzzfeed), Michael directed faith outreach for President Obama’s historic 2012 re-election campaign. Michael was also one of the youngest White House staffers in modern American history: he served in the White House faith-based initiative during President Obama’s first term, where he led evangelical outreach and helped manage The White House’s engagement on religious and values issues, including adoption and anti-human trafficking efforts. Today, Michael serves as Chief Strategist and member of the executive team for the AND Campaign. Michael is also the founder of Public Square Strategies LLC, a sought-after firm that helps religious organizations, political organizations, businesses and others effectively navigate the rapidly changing American religious and political landscape. Michael is the author of Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America. In 2020, Michael was the co-author of a major report on “Christianity, Pluralism and Public Life in the United States” that was supported by Democracy Fund. He also writes for The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Catapult Magazine, Christianity Today and other publications on faith, politics and culture. Michael is a Senior Fellow at The Trinity Forum, and he holds an honorary position at the University of Birmingham’s Cadbury Center for the Public Understanding of Religion. Michael and his wife, Melissa, are both proud natives of Buffalo, New York. They now reside in Northern Virginia, where they are raising their beloved daughter, Saoirse. Lastly, follow Michael on Twitter! He helps me stay focused on a daily basis. ___________________________________ Follow Let’s Give A Damn on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter to keep up with all that is going on. We have so much planned for the coming months and we don’t want you to miss a thing! If you love what we're doing, consider supporting us on Patreon! We can't do this without you. Lastly, leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts! Have an amazing week, friends! Keep giving a damn. Love y’all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, the gentlemen sit down with Michael Wear to talk about his opinions of the GOP Convention, his two books Reclaiming Hope and Compassion, Conviction, and his reports he writes also! This podcast was recorded on August 25, 2020.
SCRIPTURAL FOCUS: John 16:24 (NIV); Habakkuk 3:17-18 (NIV); Romans 8:16 (CSB); 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV) Are you feeling helpless and hopeless? Are you consumed with concern and contending with anxiety because if COVID? Is your malaise becoming malignant because you're struggling to manage your mental health. Or are you dancing with despondency because of the extrajudicial killings of innocent people of color and the waves of destruction that have ensued? In this episode, "Reclaiming Hope!", Selah Vie!'s host, Mignon Seals, wants to remind you that you are neither helpless nor hopeless! When we are subjected to difficult situations, especially situations that are beyond the scope of human control, you don't have to become passive and give up hope. Devastating does not equate to defeat and painful experiences do not dictate your perseverance! When you find yourself feeling terrified, turn to and trust in the Lord! Listen now to learn how the Holy Spirit can help you restructure your thoughts and renew your mind, and help you to change your thoughts from futile to fertile and reclaim your hope. Remain encouraged, remember to make time to Selah every day and join us next week to pray together. May God continue to keep and bless you! Connect with Selah Vie! and host Mignon Seals in the following places: We're pleased to inform you the Selah Vie! Christian Podcast & Blog is available on all major podcasting sites. You can listen now AND view a full transcript of this episode by going to http://www.justselah.com Apple users can listen by clicking here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/selah-vie/id1512321597 GIVE US A SHOUT OR SHOUT ABOUT US! Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/justselahvie Instagram at: http://www.instagram.com/selahvie_life Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/justselahvie Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/justselahvie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mignon-seals/message
Writer and speaker Tricia Lott Williford offers encouragement to those who've lost a spouse as she describes how her faith sustained her after her husband unexpectedly passed away at Christmastime in 2010. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/reclaiming-hope-after-losing-a-spouse Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please visit http://www.focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey to take a brief survey (less than 5 minutes). Thank you!
Sunday, March 29, 2020 Joyful Morning Worship 11:00 am Service | Title: Reclaiming Hope | Scripture: John 11:1-11
This week’s episode goes deep into healing on so many layers; Cristabelle Braden is a strong, soulful woman who brought so much insight to this week’s episode. Cristabelle is an award winning singer/songwriter, speaker, author, and the founder of Hope After Head Injury. Connect with Cristabelle further: cristabellebraden.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/cristabellebraden Facebook: facebook.com/cristabellebradenmusic Podcast: Declaration Life: cristabellebraden.com/declarationlife Brain Injury Support: hopeafterheadinjury.com Tune in, Turn it Up, and Join the Conversation: Website: www.mindbizlife.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/mindbizlife Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindbizlife Twitter: www.twitter.com/mindbizlife RATE AND REVIEW: When you rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts (or similar), you’re helping others find the show + it serves as great feedback to me! Submit your review for your chance to be featured as the review of the week! FUEL YOUR LIFE FRIDAY: New Fuel Your Life Friday (FYLF) mini episodes drop every Friday! Catch up on the latest: http://mindbizlife.com/category/fuel-your-life-friday/
Sure, Michael Wear may have directed faith outreach for President Obama’s historic 2012 re-election campaign, served in the White House faith-based initiative during President Obama’s first term, and written the acclaimed book "Reclaiming Hope," but probably more important than any of this stuff is that he's a HUGE Ariana Grande fan, and an enneagram 4. That's why we had him on to geek out on both subjects - we stay away from that politics thing for the most part, and focus on what really matters: "Thank u, next," and why an enneagram 2 could never write a song like that. FEATURING: Nixon? Why he's a classic non-resourceful four. An Ariana Grande Song for every type! Why 4s wash the dishes so dang much! ---- Want more NCE? Go check our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nochillpodcast Find out more about Michael Wear here: http://michaelwear.com/
This world, if we let it, will strip us of grace. It will distort things that are holy and this is wrong. Join Darren and I as we discuss reclaiming grace and love. Guest Bio: Darren Calhoun is a justice advocate, worship leader, and photographer based out of Chicago. He works to bridge connections between people of differing perspectives through story and relationship. Intersectionality is his primary lens when facilitating dialogue and education about justice and inclusion for people marginalized based on race, gender, and/or sexuality. Darren Calhoun is currently the Worship Leader at Urban Village Church – South Loop and previously served as a volunteer worship leader at Willow Chicago for close to a decade. Darren is an Associate Fellow with Evangelicals for Social Action and sings with a band called The Many. He co-lead the #ImSorry and #MakeLoveLouder campaigns at Chicago’s LGBTQ Pride parades. He’s been a speaker and performer at notable events like the Gay Christian Network conference, The Wild Goose Festival, and Sojourner’s Summit for Change. He serves on the board of directors for the Center for Inclusivity, The Reformation Project, and Q Christian Fellowship. He brings with him an intentional focus on the church being inclusive of a diversity of people and expressions as an authentic reflection of the Love of God. Lastly, Darren is an extrovert who loves hugs. Follow him on social media at @heyDarren or through his blog, DarrenCalhoun.com. Resources mentioned at the end: Church Clarity, Reformation Project, Q Christian Music for this week is by The Many You can also find all the musical selections from all our episodes on our Spotify Playlist. What are you waiting for; consider becoming a Patreon supporter of the show. You'll have access to many perks as well as guaranteeing the future of these conversations; even $1/Month goes so far as this show is 100% listener supported. https://www.patreon.com/canisaythisatchurch Follow the show: https://www.facebook.com/CanISayThisAtChurch/ https://twitter.com/cistacpodcast https://www.canisaythisatchurch.com/
David Kessler, a grief expert, told us the five stages of grief — denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance — are not linear milestones, but rather organic feelings that will come up during the grieving process.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find us on Twitter @1A.
"Can You See Me?" - Women.Leadership.Race with Yolanda Johnson
A candid conversation with Ms. Tracy Allen, LCSW-C and owner of Reclaiming Hope LLC in Baltimore City, Maryland. You don't want to miss this! Tracy candidly discusses mental wellness, the joy and challenge of entrepreneurship and mental health in the Black community.
"Can You See Me?" - Women.Leadership.Race with Yolanda Johnson
Part 2 - Conversation with Ms. Tracy Allen continues! A candid conversation with Ms. Tracy Allen, LCSW-C and owner of Reclaiming Hope LLC in Baltimore City, Maryland. You don't want to miss this! Tracy candidly discusses mental wellness, the joy and challenge of entrepreneurship and mental health in the Black community.
How should Christians relate to politics in a divisive and polarized time? As Americans grapple with the results of the most recent midterm election, Gabe Lyons sits down with Michael Wear to discuss the answer to this question. Michael served as one of the youngest White House staffers in modern American history and directed faith outreach for President Obama’s historic 2012 re-election campaign. He also authored the book “Reclaiming Hope,” founded Public Square Strategies, currently serves as chief strategist at The AND Campaign. Together, Michael and Gabe discuss the most significant midterm results, the effects of political polarization and partisan identity, and what it means for American believers to live out a faithful witness in the political sphere.
With mid-term elections just around the corner, I called our favorite political voice, Michael Wear, to come on the show and tell us what we do not know. He gives us some important questions to ask, some wisdom about this particular election cycle, and some great direction in prayer. His book Reclaiming Hope is a favorite of mine. I hope you'll grab it. . . . . . Our new background song is Precipice by Creekmore, written as a companion piece to Remember God! . . . . . Remember God is out! Make sure you've grabbed a copy for yourself and maybe some for your friends! . . . . . #thatsoundsfunpodcast ... join in the conversation wherever hashtags are welcome. :)
Do you know how to sustain yourself in work?HeartWorks Consulting, Lucy Mayes joins Lisa to have a meaningful and real conversation about insights into the state of our organisational systems, particularly our health care system, and the impact it has on employee burnout and the the wellbeing of all involved.In this episode explore how you can sustain yourself in work and contribute to reclaiming hope, heart and healing.About Lucy‘Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there."Lucy is a leadership and community development consultant, facilitator, trainer and writer with a background as a lawyer and social worker. She started HeartWorks Consulting to live a creative and heart-based life, takes this to individuals, organisations and communities. A passionate story catcher, Lucy believes strongly in the transformational power of shared story, and in shared wisdom over 'expertise'. She is the of founder of Hope Hour and author of the recently released Beyond the Stethoscope: doctors’ stories of reclaiming hope, heart and healing in medicine.More about LucyTo connect with Lucy
Do you know how to sustain yourself in work?HeartWorks Consulting, Lucy Mayes joins Lisa to have a meaningful and real conversation about insights into the state of our organisational systems, particularly our health care system, and the impact it has on employee burnout and the the wellbeing of all involved.In this episode explore how you can sustain yourself in work and contribute to reclaiming hope, heart and healing.About Lucy‘Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there."Lucy is a leadership and community development consultant, facilitator, trainer and writer with a background as a lawyer and social worker. She started HeartWorks Consulting to live a creative and heart-based life, takes this to individuals, organisations and communities. A passionate story catcher, Lucy believes strongly in the transformational power of shared story, and in shared wisdom over 'expertise'. She is the of founder of Hope Hour and author of the recently released Beyond the Stethoscope: doctors’ stories of reclaiming hope, heart and healing in medicine.More about LucyTo connect with Lucy
Between #FOMO and the talking heads on TV telling us we're heading for the apocalypse, anxiety isn't hard to come by. It can be difficult to believe who we are, what we have, and what we do is enough. Kris jumps into John 3:14-21 and a discussion of the light in the forest and the light in our lives.
Michael Wear is a recent arrival on the political commentator circuit, but has fast become a fixture. He directed faith outreach for Obama’s 2012 election campaign and was one of the youngest White House staffers in modern American history, his account of which is described in illuminating detail in his book Reclaiming Hope. His analysis of the 2016 election is incisive and emphatic: Hillary Clinton was the most religiously literate Democrat candidate in recent history, he told us, but she made no credible attempt at faith outreach. Her advisers told her she could win the country without the white evangelical vote, and they were wrong. Is it more true that Hillary lost the election than that Trump won it? Listen to our cutting room floor interview for Michael’s fascinating analysis of the biggest blind spot of the 2016 US election.
John and Jason kick off the Advent season with a new episode of the 515 Podcast talking about the cold and how we can Reclaim Hope. Thanks to everyone for listening and for all your feedback. We really appreciate it all. Keep those comments and questions coming! Email us at podcasts@kingwoodumc.org
Jemar and Tyler are joined by Michael Wear, founder of Public Square Strategies, former Obama White House and campaign staffer, and author of the upcoming book: Reclaiming Hope. Episode 139 Original Airdate: Oct 18 2016 Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Hosts: Jemar Tisby (twitter.com/JemarTisby) Tyler Burns (twitter.com/Burns23) Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Lean More: Pass The Mic - www.PassTheMicPodcast.com (twitter.com/_PassTheMic) RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Special Thanks To: Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)
My guest is Michael Wear. Michael is the author of "Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America." He's the co-host of the "Church Politics" podcast, and was one of the youngest White House staffers in modern American history. Special Guest: Michael Wear.
In this episode we talk with Michael Wear, former Obama White House Staffer and Author of the book "Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House about the Future of Faith in America". Michael is also a Christian, a Democrat, and is full of articulation about how we should approach politics as followers of Jesus and how much of a role they should play in the identity of our daily lives. Learn more about Michael Wear at www.michaelwear.com Buy Michael's book, Reclaiming Hope: https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Hope-Lessons-Learned-America/dp/071808232X?ie=UT&ref_=sr_1_1&s=books - Mike Erre Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - http://apple.co/1Lla1Nj Music provided by Izzi Ray - http://www.soundcloud.com/izziray Music available on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/izzi-ray/id386256769 Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre Follow Andy on Twitter www.twitter.com/Andy_lara Mike Erre participates as VOX Team Leader at VOX Community, a church expression of the VOX Podcast. Learn more about VOX Community at www.voxoc.com. Listen to our Sunday teaching from VOX Community: www.soundcloud.com/voxcommunity
Okay, so it's not "live"-- BUT: Mike Schutt recorded this podcast with Byron Borger, Rockstar Bookman, live and in person at the famous Hearts & Minds Bookstore in Dallastown, PA. Anyone who has ever been to a Christian conference that is serious about readers knows Byron and Beth Borger, owners of Hearts & Minds. The Borgers are particular heroes of the Christian Legal Society and the Coalition for Christian Outreach (CCO), because Hearts & Minds has been serving their conference participants for years-- and decades, respectively. Mike and Byron begin by discussing this year's Jubilee conference and what he saw as he discussed books with college students. From there, they range to their personal favorites, important new releases, and other great stuff. If you love books, you'll enjoy this conversation! Jump in and listen! The books they touch on (or ramble over, depending) include: Tish Harrison Warren, Liturgy of the Ordinary James K. A. Smith, You are What You Love Andy Crouch, Culture Making and Strong and Weak Bob Robinson, ReIntegrate John Mark Comer, Garden City Kinnaman and Lyon, Good Faith Sarah Arthur and Erin Wasinger, The Year of Small Things Michael Wear, Reclaiming Hope And BTW, Michael Wear will be live and in person at Hearts & Minds on March 10. Byron will be announcing a discount on any book mentioned in the podcast, if you order within ten days of this podcast! To subscribe to Byron's Booknotes Blog, click here. Mike Schutt is the host of Cross & Gavel, and he directs both Law Student Ministries and Attorney Ministries for the Christian Legal Society. He is an Associate Professor at Regent University School of Law.
Michael Wear, author of the new book Reclaiming Hope, gives us a behind-the-scenes look into what was going on in the Obama administration in regards to faith and politics.
Jonathan is joined by special guests Luke T. Harrington and Cray Allred to debate the second addition to the CaPC 25 for 2017.
Is our world hopeless? Is engaging in politics hopeless? Author Michael Wear joins David Fitch and Geoff Holsclaw to talk about Christian engagement in the world. Michael, working in the Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships in the Obama administration, calls us to hope in a world that often seems hopeless.
A new book provides a fascinating insight into the world of former President Obama’s outreach to faith-based communities.Michael Wear is an evangelical Christian who served in Obama’s Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships in the White House during the president’s first term. Wear directed faith outreach during the 2012 re-election as well.Wear also is founder of Public Square Strategies LLC, a consulting firm aiming to build bridges between secular and religious institutions with shared goals.The story of how a young college student became a White House staffer is told in “Reclaiming Hope,” published by Nelson Books/Thomas Nelson. The subtitle is “Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America.”Wear writes about how through a series of coincidences he basically walked up to then-Sen. Obama in a hotel and asked for a job with the future presidential campaign. Wear, a college student at the time, persistently stayed in touch with Obama’s staff throughout the 2008 campaign.He told me his contributions to the administration included bring people together “who wouldn’t have been in the same room” talking about feeding the hungry and how the church can help the unemployed. The Faith Based Office put him in touch with “people on the ground” who were doing good things.Wear talks about how the 2008 and 2016 Republican campaigns missed the boat by not reaching out to faith communities and how President Trump did.He also talks about hope at the intersection of faith and politics and poses some challenging thoughts for Christians.
A new book provides a fascinating insight into the world of former President Obama’s outreach to faith-based communities. Michael Wear is an evangelical Christian who served in Obama’s Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships in the White House during the president’s first term. Wear directed faith outreach during the 2012 re-election as well. Wear also is founder of Public Square Strategies LLC, a consulting firm aiming to build bridges between secular and religious institutions with shared goals. The story of how a young college student became a White House staffer is told in “Reclaiming Hope,” published by Nelson Books/Thomas Nelson. The subtitle is “Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America.” Wear writes about how through a series of coincidences he basically walked up to then-Sen. Obama in a hotel and asked for a job with the future presidential campaign. Wear, a college student at the time, persistently stayed in touch with Obama’s staff throughout the 2008 campaign. He told me his contributions to the administration included bring people together “who wouldn’t have been in the same room” talking about feeding the hungry and how the church can help the unemployed. The Faith Based Office put him in touch with “people on the ground” who were doing good things. Wear talks about how the 2008 and 2016 Republican campaigns missed the boat by not reaching out to faith communities and how President Trump did. He also talks about hope at the intersection of faith and politics and poses some challenging thoughts for Christians.
How Christians think of politics, how we relate the machinations of politics to the promises of God and reality of the gospel, will determine how we respond to the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Listen in as Michael Wear discusses his new book, "Reclaiming Hope" and what it means to think well about politics as a person of Faith.
Michael Wear may be one of the smartest men I know. He spent four years in the White House with President Obama working on faith initiatives. His new book "Reclaiming Hope" is about that season of his life, where faith and politics meet, and what hope looks like going forward. And also? He sings like a crooner on snapchat. So. You have THAT to look forward to. You're gonna love this guy. http://michaelwear.com http://www.anniefdowns.com #thatsoundsfunpodcast
The Road Back to You: Looking at Life Through the Lens of the Enneagram
The election is over. How do you feel? For some, the response to what happened last week is pure elation, and others complete disgust. But for most, the feelings are likely surrounded by confusion, fear, apprehension, and uncertainty about the future. As promised, author and political strategist Michael Wear returns to The Road Back To You to help Ian and Suzanne examine what just happened and how it profoundly affects everyone. Here are some things that you don't want to miss: How to approach opposing viewpoints with the expectation of gaining perspective that sharpens your thinking. How to avoid using your passion as a weapon to silence others, or to coerce or manipulate the conversation your way. How to utilize the Enneagram to help understand your motivation. How to respond to others instead of reacting. How to discover a path of hope in the midst of profound disappointment. Join Ian, Suzanne, and Michael as they navigate the troubled waters of our current times and help us all see the need for grace, compassion and a deeper understanding of self as we move into the future.
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