Podcasts about volunteers

Mahal ko ang pamilya ko." Ginagawa ba natin o baka hanggang sabi lang? Pagdating sa pagmamahalan, lalong-lalo na sa pamilya natin, ito ay madaling sabihin kaysa gawin. Speaker: Ptr. Bong SaquingSeries: Families growing in L.O.V.E.Scripture Reading: Romans 12:1-2; Philippians 2:3-8Watch The Full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/09202026Tag

Many of us can say that we love our families, but do we actually put our words into action? When it comes to love, and especially in our own families, loving one another, and loving one another well, is easier said than done. Please do not record or reproduce this podcast. You may instead share the link with your friends.Speaker: Aumar AguilarSeries: Families growing in L.O.V.E.Scripture Reading: Romans 12:1-2; Philippians 2:3-8Watch The Full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/09202026Eng

Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt join the show for another packed edition of the Long Run Archives. We discuss the news that Run Rabbit Run will pay $100,000 to each winner in 2027 and 2028, whether Mike McKnight should have raced Tor, Dakota Jones' latest article, "The Stone Age", and whether Ben Dhiman's UTMB recap needed more relatability, the CCC golden ticket class headed to Western States, and close with content finds: Shelby Houlihan's Skechers deal, On's move into soccer, Nick Fowler's self-supported PCT record, and the most unglamorous victory in endurance sports history.Volunteer for the Antelope Island Fall Classic Partners:Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next orderJanji - running apparel that goes the distanceRaide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever madeKodiak Cakes - my favorite oatmeal and pancakes Support the show

Welcome to episode 238! This week, mushroom forager and fungi enthusiast Jonathan Kranz joins us to dive into the fascinating world of mushrooms and fungi! Jonathan is a Massachusetts Audubon Certified Field Naturalist and has been exploring and foraging throughout the Catskills for more than 40 years. We chat about his passion for fungi, what keeps drawing him back to the Catskills, and some of the incredible things you can discover when you slow down and start looking beneath the forest canopy. We also talk about a memorial for the legendary mountain lion P-22 in Los Angeles, the Windham Board approving a new addition to the area's luxury hotel scene, and the DEC spending money on… well, stuff we already know. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Jonathan's Website, Mushroomexpert.com, Catskill Fungi, The Complete Mushroom Hunter, Volunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Equilibrium IPA, Bombshell Hard Cider, #mushrooms #foraging #fungi #hudsonvalley #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills #hikehudson

In this episode of Rising Voices of Fundraising: The AFP Emerging Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Amanda Fritz, CFRE, MPNL and Muneeb Syed, CFRE, the first-ever co-chairs of the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada. Amanda and Muneeb reflect on stepping into a role with no precedent, from building their own playbook to navigating moments of self-doubt along the way. They share candid lessons on collaboration — knowing when to lead versus step back, communicating through disagreement, and what a true peer partnership can teach that traditional mentorship can't.   Guests: Muneeb Syed, CFRE: Muneeb has been serving on the board of AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada since 2021 and currently he Co-Chairs the board with Amanda Fritz. His educational background is in Marketing, Public Policy, and Management, and he attained his CFRE designation in 2015. Muneeb was also among the inaugural cohort of AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada's Inclusion and Philanthropy Fellowship program. Muneeb has over seventeen years of progressive experience in front-line and leadership positions. After starting his career in fundraising for the international development sector with UNICEF Canada, Muneeb transitioned into advancement for the post-secondary education sector with Toronto Metropolitan University and, his alma mater, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies at York University. He joined the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies as their Advancement lead in 2022 to provide leadership and advice on adapting advancement best practices for open-enrollment, lifelong learning, and workforce development-related upskilling programs. Under his leadership, the division recently secured their largest gift of $1.88M, which is also the second-largest gift ever received by a Canadian university for an upskilling program. As a part of University of Toronto's Defy Gravity campaign, Muneeb is currently leading one of the largest fundraising and community engagement efforts for continuing education programs on behalf of his division and the University of Toronto in Canadian history.   Amanda Fritz, CFRE, MPNL: Amanda Fritz is a fundraising matchmaker! Her passion is to connect philanthropically-minded people with the high-impact projects and ideas that will truly make a difference in the world. Amanda was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec and completed degrees in Psychology and Public Relations at McGill University. In 2013 she earned her Certified Fund Raising Executive accreditation (CFRE), becoming one of the youngest CFRE professionals in Quebec. In 2020, Amanda obtained her Masters in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership from Carleton University.  Amanda's 17-year career in the non-profit sector spans education, health, and community. She is passionate about leveraging data and modernizing the way our field's professionals approach major giving, capital campaigns, and volunteer management. In her current role as Director of Major Giving and Campaign Tracking for CHU Sainte-Justine Foundation, Amanda works with organizational leadership and top volunteers to put in place the strategies and tools needed to secure $500M in new philanthropic investments for the institution – the most ambitious campaign ever undertaken by a healthcare institution in Quebec. In addition to her role as Co-Chair of the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada, Amanda proudly serves on the Board of Directors of Champions for Life and Como Golf Club. In 2018, the Governor General awarded Amanda the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers for her service to youth education.  Hosts:  Jarrod Williams, MBLI, CFRE, is a courageous, strategic, and results-oriented fundraising leader with over a decade of experience driving revenue growth, donor engagement, and organizational visibility. He is committed to building cultures of philanthropy within mission-driven organizations and brings a proven track record across major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorships, event strategy, and data-informed decision-making within both arts and social justice and organizations. He serves as a Client Experience Leader for Veritus Group, where he educates and coaches fundraisers across the country on innovative mid-level and major gift strategies. In this role, he partners with organizations nationwide to strengthen donor pipelines, elevate fundraising performance, and build sustainable revenue models. Jarrod has been recognized for his leadership and influence and remains actively engaged in advancing the fundraising profession. He serves on the AFP Global Emerging Leaders Committee and the AFP LEAD Education Committee, supporting the development of the next generation of fundraising professionals. In 2020, he was named a Top 30 Under 30 Young Professional by 101.1 The Wiz in Cincinnati. He is also a graduate of the Urban Leaders Institute through the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, where he earned the Best-in-Class Award for Best Connector—recognizing his ability to build meaningful relationships and mobilize others around a shared vision. He is a proud Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and a graduate of the AFP Global Faculty Training Academy. Jarrod holds a bachelor's degree in Mass Communications from Wright State University and a master's degree in Business Leadership and Innovation from Northern Kentucky University. Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, CFRE, ACNP, GPC, CAP, Founder & CEO, AQP Consulting & Executive Director, ENP: Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier has fourteen years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has collectively raised approximately $5 million for over 75 organizations. She serves as Executive Director of ENP and runs her own nonprofit consulting firm, AQP Consulting, where she helps grassroots nonprofits with fundraising strategy, strategic planning, board development, and grant writing.  Allison is a vocal advocate for gender parity, closing the wage gap, and ending the motherhood penalty. With accolades such as AFP's Outstanding Young Fundraising Professional, NBJ's 40 Under 40, NBJ's Women of Influence, a National Latino Leader, and the Women Who Rock Nashville Social Justice Award, Dr. Quintanilla Plattsmier strives to serve and better her community every day. A dedicated AFP member for the last seven years, Allison currently chairs the Women's Impact Initiative (WII) Mentorship Program and serves on the LEAD Education Advisory Committee. When she is not out serving her community, she is spending time with her three kids, Quintan, Karina, and Kamren.

Send us Fan MailHow to record in-kind donations for nonprofits is more than an accounting question . . .it reveals what programs truly cost and how much support the community contributes! Justine Townsend, Manager at Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC), explains how to value, document, report, and steward noncash gifts without distorting the books.Donated office space, food, equipment, vehicles, program supplies, graphic design, and certain professional services can represent significant organizational support. If a nonprofit would otherwise need to purchase the item or service, failing to record it may understate both revenue and expenses, and conceal the real cost of delivering the mission.Fair market value is where things become complicated. Food banks may use published food valuations, while donated office space may require comparisons with similar local properties. Donor estimates also deserve scrutiny. Justine recalls an advertising contribution valued at approximately $1 million (enough to nearly double one organization's reported annual revenue) before the valuation methodology was challenged.“The finances are just our story told in a different way,” Justine explains. Accurate records support more than audits and Form 990 reporting. They strengthen budgeting, donor stewardship, vendor relationships, fundraising communications, and financial planning.The conversation also exposes a frequent operational failure: development teams negotiate in-kind support, but finance learns about it late—or not at all. A clear gift acceptance policy can establish what the nonprofit will accept, who approves unusual contributions, when appraisals or additional forms are needed, and whether the organization can actually use or sell the donated property.Volunteer support deserves attention too. Verified volunteer hours may support audit-note disclosures and show funders the depth of community participation. As Justine says, in-kind support helps tell “the story of how much the community loves, supports, needs and wants what you're doing.”Key Takeaways:Record qualifying in-kind revenue and its corresponding expense.Use supportable market evidence—not an unquestioned donor estimate.Describe donated property on acknowledgments without assigning its tax value.Create a separate receipt process for noncash contributions.Connect development, finance, and donor stewardship before accepting gifts.Budget for donated resources so leaders understand replacement costs.00:00:00 Why In-Kind Donations Really Count00:02:13 What Qualifies as an In-Kind Donation?00:04:00 When Donated Services Can Be Recorded00:04:37 Valuing Free or Discounted Office Space00:06:16 Who Determines Fair Market Value?00:08:32 Event Discounts, Goods and Professional Services00:10:21 Reporting, Stewardship and Form 99000:13:34 Fixing the Finance–Development Disconnect00:14:43 Tracking Volunteer Hours and Their Value00:17:19 Valuation Mistakes and Gift Acceptance Policies00:22:53 The Cost of Not Recording In-Kind Gifts00:25:14 What Belongs on the Donor Receipt#NonprofitFinance #InKindDonations #TheNonprofitShowFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

Everything looked impossible. Then, by the next day, everything had changed. In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards explores two powerful biblical stories - Samaria's impossible situation in 2 Kings 7 and Ezekiel's valley of dry bones - and what they teach us about trusting God when there's no visible evidence that anything is changing. A student may seem unreachable. A family may feel hopeless. A ministry may look too small. A volunteer may feel inadequate. But what we see right now doesn't determine what God can do next. Doug also shares the story of Margo, a student with almost no understanding of Christianity whose questions about Jesus eventually led to changes not only in her own life, but inside her family. Our job isn't to manufacture the miracle. It's to stay close to God, listen, obey, take the next step in front of us, and trust Him with what we cannot do. Whether you're a youth pastor, volunteer, parent, teacher, mentor, or someone praying for a young person or situation that feels impossible, this episode is a reminder: Don't give up because of what you see today. God may already be moving before you ever see the evidence. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

Let us know what's on your mindSomeone in your club does the work that never makes the highlight reel: chasing membership renewals, organising schedules, pushing fundraising links, welcoming new faces, and keeping the whole show on the road. That effort is the real engine of Irish grassroots sport, and it deserves recognition.We sit down with John Hyland, founder of ClubSpot, to launch a brand new recognition: ClubSpot Sport for Business 30 Under 30 Young Volunteers in Sport. We're asking clubs across the island to nominate under-30 volunteers who are making a measurable difference, whether that's a community initiative, smarter communications, a fresh fundraising approach, or simply bringing order to the admin chaos that can swallow volunteer time. John shares what judges will value most: clear outcomes, real impact, and examples of younger members elevating the work that's already happening in their club.John also tells the story behind ClubSpot, from volunteering after an injury to building a platform now used by 600+ clubs. We explore why digital tools for sports clubs matter, how combining experienced leadership with younger tech skills strengthens club culture, and why volunteering builds networks and career-ready traits that employers notice. We also share where to find the nomination form, plus what's coming up next for Sport for Business, including our sport and creativity event at the Lighthouse Cinema in Dublin.Find out more about what we do day in day out at Sportforbusiness.comWe publish a daily news bulletin and host regular live events on a wide range of sporting subjects.Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts from, and look forward to more upcoming chats on leadership and the business of sport.Our upcoming live events, including our Sport and Creativity Conference on October 1st, as well as plenty more, are live on the Sport for Business website, and we'd love to have you join us.

This podcast is sponsored by Earn Haus.  More information at www.EarnHaus.com/Bobandtom The BOB & TOM Show — September 15, 2026 6:00 6:00 — Attack of the Weiner Man — Here Come the Mummies 6:07 — Presidents' favorite liquors 6:13 — FDR liked Old Fashioneds 6:25 — Letter — You can get candy cigarettes 6:26 — Letter — Worked at a restaurant near the deli 6:27 — Letter — Tom speaks — That water place = aquarium 6:31 — Letter — My son lost his mind hearing his name on your show 6:46 — Letter — Son bike riding — saw a bear and warned another bike rider 6:47 — Sports 6:50 — Letter — To Tom — saw a comedy album 6:51 — Letter — Heard song “Stumblin' In” 7:00 7:02 — In Studio — Jeff 7:06 — Jeff — Asian at the Rubik's Cube pogo event 7:10 — Kristi dresses like Shredded Wheat — Josh 7:11 — Tom, you lose 50 pounds and still wear XXL — Chick 7:13 — Closed-cross-legs sitting — uncomfortable for men — Josh & Chick 7:15 — My grandma would man-spread when sitting — Josh 7:27 — Martha Stewart to release nude photos of herself — she's 85 — not really 7:32 — Nancy Pelosi's boobs are 38 long and pillowy 7:47 — Distemper shots for his cats — makes them nicer? — Josh 7:48 — Can't watch his cats get shots — Josh 7:49 — Pet shots are cheaper than vets — Kristi 7:51 — Hates QR codes on menus — Tom 7:54 — Americans spent $4.825 billion on subscription content in 2025 8:00 8:05 — Football 8:11 — Removed 8:45 — Hates the show Judge Judy — Tom 8:47 — Today in History 8:52 — Public toilets do not have lids 8:54 — Planet Mercury is shrinking — Kristi 9:00 9:04 — Chris Porter — From Kansas 9:09 — Likes tequila and marijuana — Chris 9:10 — Hates camping — Chris 9:22 — Crazed beavers close park 9:23 — Chased by geese — Jeff 9:24 — Armadillo talk 9:26 — Man crashed his car while applying deodorant 9:46 — Lee's Mention 9:47 — Luxury car/copyright 9:49 — Volunteers help move books to new library by hand 9:52 — Started smoking around fifth or sixth grade — Jeff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first ballots of this year's midterms have been sent out, and with that, it is officially election season.  Katie Waldo of We the Action and Nicholas Gothard of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law join Ashley Erickson to discuss ways that lawyers and law students can get involved in election protection efforts in 2026.Join the Progressive Legal Movement Today: ACSLaw.orgHost: Ashley Erickson, Senior Director of Network AdvancementGuest: Katie Waldo, Managing Director, We the ActionGuest: Nicholas Gothard, Senior National Coordinator, Election Protection, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under LawLink: 2026 Guide to Voter Protection Opportunities for Lawyers, We the ActionLink: Sign Up to Volunteer for the 1-866-OUR-VOTE HotlineLink: Sign Up to Be a Poll WorkerLink: State Voting Laws Roundup, Brennan Center for JusticeVisit the Podcast Website: Broken Law PodcastEmail the Show: Podcast@ACSLaw.orgFollow ACS on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | LinkedIn | YouTube-----------------Broken Law: About the law, who it serves, and who it doesn't.-----------------Production House: Flint Stone MediaCopyright of American Constitution Society 2026.

Volunteer at a Family Retreat today. Visit www.joniandfriends.org for more information. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Kewanee's Hispanic Heritage Celebration returns Saturday, September 26th, from 4 to 11 PM near the American Legion and Cookies Bar & Parlour. Now in its fourth year, the event will feature expanded street closures, more room for vendors, and an evening of food, music, culture, and family activities. Organizers Jessica and Daniela say the celebration highlights Hispanic heritage, including Mexico's Independence Day on September 16th, while recognizing traditions from across the Americas. Visitors can enjoy tacos, homemade tortillas, churros, dorilocos, music, a student coloring contest, scholarships, and the Orgullo Hispano Award. Volunteers, vendors, and sponsors can email KewaneeHispanicHeritage@gmail.com.

Want better communication with your youth and young adults – without group text chaos and notification fatigue? In this episode of Young Adults Today, Josiah and Micah talk with Mason, Naomi, and Nathan about how they use the BAND app to build real community, disciple the next generation, and streamline communication for youth, young adults, worship teams, and volunteers. We cover: Why young adults aren't just coming for worship or the sermon – they're desperate for community and friendships How a worship collective and a local church use the BAND app for: Event RSVPs and calendars Prayer requests and discipleship Volunteer communication & clarity Parents staying in the loop The shift from group texts, DMs, and random emails to one source of truth Teaching young adults to honor their yes and no with calendars and commitment Practical tips for starting or strengthening a young adult ministry in your church If you're a young adult pastor, next gen leader, youth pastor, or volunteer, this episode will help you remove confusion, clarify communication, and create spaces for real relationships.

Every ministry has occasional chaos. The problem is when the same dependable volunteers keep paying for it.In this episode of the Lead Ministry Podcast, Josh Denhart and Bill Van Kirk introduce retention debt: the accumulated trust cost of unresolved ministry friction. They unpack why late changes, surprise asks, broken promises, and rescue mode slowly borrow against volunteer goodwill.Then they turn the framework into a practical reset: audit the last four weeks, retire one recurring rescue, make deposits through earlier decisions and complete preparation, and keep one public promise faithfully for four weeks.Key Topics CoveredWhat retention debt meansWhy goodwill is the asset repeated friction borrows againstHow surprise, broken promises, and rescue mode drain trustThree deposits: decide earlier, prepare completely, communicate onceA four-week audit and one recurring rescue to retireKey Quote“Retention debt is actually borrowed against the goodwill of your volunteers.”TakeawayAudit the last four weeks, retire one recurring rescue, and keep one public promise faithfully for the next four weeks.Call to ActionWe hope this episode encourages and equips you. Share it with a friend and stay tuned for more resources each week.Stay Connected for More ResourcesVisit our website: http://leadministry.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeadVolunteersFind us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadvolunteers

#307 - Sign Up, Then Get ReadyWhat separates an idea from a commitment? Sometimes it's simply putting your name on the goal. In #307 - Sign Up, Then Get Ready, Coach Tadris unpacks George Sheehan's memorable “entry blank” quote and shows how it applies far beyond running. You'll also hear inspiring shout-outs to Lisen Minetti and Caitlin Tesler as they prepare for the Atlantic City 5K. If you've been waiting to feel completely ready before taking your next step……

SEND US A QUESTION OR TOPIC FOR A FUTURE SHOW...SEND US A QUESTION OR TOPIC FOR A FUTURE SHOW...If you enjoy the K.I.S.S. Dog Training Podcast and want to help support what we do, you can become a monthly supporter for as little as $3 a month. K.I.S.S. Dog Training is my full-time job, and producing the podcast, blogs, videos, and other educational content takes time away from that work. Your support helps me continue putting out solid, science-based, positive-reinforcement dog training information.Support the podcast here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1353841/supporters/newIn this episode, I talk about another one of my books: Forever Home: Dog Training 101 & How to Be a Better Shelter Volunteer.I wrote this book after spending a lot of time volunteering in shelters and seeing people with really good intentions sometimes accidentally make things harder for the dogs they were trying to help. The goal was to take basic dog-training principles and apply them in a simple, practical way that could help shelter volunteers, fosters, and ultimately the dogs themselves.We talk about rewarding the behaviors we want, redirecting the ones we do not, helping dogs decompress instead of overwhelming them, and why taking every shelter dog straight out for a walk may not always be the best first step.A few of the biggest takeaways:Consistency and frequency matter more than trying to cram everything into long training sessions.Good management can reduce overstimulation and give dogs a better chance to succeed.The Readers, Groomers, and Walkers progression gives dogs time to become comfortable with people before asking more from them.Matching dogs and volunteers by experience level can help keep both the dogs and the people working with them safer.Fostering and shelter work should help prepare dogs for life in a real home.The goal is not simply getting dogs adopted. It is helping them stay in their forever homes.If you want to take a deeper look at the ideas in the episode, Forever Home: Dog Training 101 & How to Be a Better Shelter Volunteer is available here:Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Forever-Home-Training-Shelter-Volunteer-ebook/dp/B00CSVQGGQK.I.S.S. Dog Training:https://kissdogtraining.com/product/forever-home-e-book/K.I.S.S. Dog TrainingDog Training Ain't Cheap... Experience Counts.https://kissdogtraining.com/If you found this episode helpful, please take a minute to leave a review. Reviews are one of the best ways to help other dog owners find the podcast. Follow the show so you do not miss future episodes, and share this episode with someone involved in shelter work, rescue, fostering, or dog training.Support the showMike Deathe owns Keep it Simple Stupid (K.I.S.S.) Dog Training. We can be reached through comments here, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kissdogtraining. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikedeathe/, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikedeathekissdogtraining/. And of course at our website https://kissdogtraining.com/.Support the showMike Deathe owns Keep it Simple Stupid (K.I.S.S.) Dog training. We can be reached through comments here, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kissdogtraining. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikedeathe/, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikedeathekissdogtraining/.  And of course at our website https://kissdogtraining.com/ 

Welcome to The All Means All podcast at Cathedral of the Rockies. This message is the first in Connect Belong Grow, an exploration of our discipleship model. Pastor Adam defines Christian connection. Volunteer for Pride: https://cathedraloftherockies.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3767934Give Online: https://www.cathedraloftherockies.org/donate/Connect with us:Facebook Downtown Campus: https://www.facebook.com/cathedraloftherockiesFacebook Amity Campus: https://www.facebook.com/cathedraloftherockiesamityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cathedral_of_the_rockies/Instagram Cathedral Families: https://www.instagram.com/cathedralfamilies/

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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. …and now for the rest of the stories…on today's daily304.com! #1 – From WVDEP – Help keep Almost Heaven beautiful A cleaner West Virginia starts with people willing to pitch in. The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection is accepting registrations for the annual Adopt-A-Highway Fall Statewide Cleanup, set for Saturday, Sept. 26. Individuals, families, organizations and other groups can volunteer to pick up litter along most state-maintained roads. WVDEP provides the garbage bags, work gloves and safety vests and takes care of disposing of the collected trash. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old, and even groups planning a one-time cleanup are encouraged to participate. Last year, Adopt-A-Highway participants contributed more than 52,000 hours of work and removed more than 251,000 pounds of litter from West Virginia roads. Want to help? Groups need to register by Sept. 17. Learn more: https://dep.wv.gov/news/Pages/2026-Fall-Adopt-A-Highway-Cleanup.aspx #2 – From WV GAZETTE-MAIL – Fall festival season is here The Charleston Gazette-Mail is highlighting fall festivals where visitors can experience Appalachian tradition, art and more across the Mountain State. Fall festivals are a chance to get out and experience West Virginia communities while celebrating the music, craftsmanship, food, art and traditions passed from one generation to the next. Take in the sights and sounds of events like the Mothman Festival, FestivFALL and more. Make a day trip out of it and enjoy a West Virginia tradition that's even better when the mountains start changing colors. Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/arts_and_entertainment/in-the-know-experience-appalachian-tradition-art-more-at-these-fall-festivals/article_b31a18f9-e5c4-47c3-aeea-a3c2eeec941e.html #3 – From WV PRESS – 38,000 acres of West Virginia forest protected forever The West Virginia Land Trust has completed what it calls the largest corporate land conservation project in state history, protecting 38,000 acres of forest across Monroe, Summers and Fayette counties, with portions extending into Nicholas and Greenbrier counties. The land is owned by Aurora Sustainable Lands, which donated the easements. Aurora can continue sustainable forestry on the property under Forest Stewardship Council standards, but the protected land cannot be converted to real estate development, agriculture or other uses. The protected properties include more than 81 miles of streams in the Greenbrier, Gauley and New River watersheds, high-elevation forest around Summers County's 3,921-foot Keeney Knob and land bordering New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The project also protects wildlife habitat and drinking water sources while supporting working forests. And it could eventually create new opportunities for hiking, climbing, hunting and fishing, although plans for public access are still being developed. Read more: https://wvpress.org/breaking-news/land-trust-easement-protects-38000-acres-in-southern-west-virginia/ Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

What was it really like to volunteer at Ground Zero after 9/11?Twenty-five years later, Bethany Anne Putnam shares her extraordinary story of spending six weeks at Ground Zero in New York City after the September 11 attacks, helping organize volunteers, feed first responders, distribute supplies, and create a place of rest and comfort at historic St. Paul's Chapel.This is not simply a story about September 11, 2001. It is a story about what happened after the attacks—when firefighters, police officers, National Guard members, volunteers, chaplains, clergy, medical professionals, musicians, businesses, churches, and ordinary people came together to help.It is also a powerful story about human kindness after tragedy.Who Was Bethany Anne Putnam Before 9/11?Bethany describes herself as having an unconventional career path built around hospitality, organization, logistics, volunteerism, and service.She had worked in hotels, catering, personal-chef roles, nonprofit management, political campaigns, and other fields. From childhood, volunteering and giving back were part of her life.Her disaster-relief work began after a devastating tornado in Oklahoma.That experience eventually inspired her to create Labor of Love, a disaster-relief organization that brought volunteers into communities affected by disasters.What Was It Like to Volunteer at Ground Zero After 9/11?When Bethany received the call asking how quickly she could get to New York, she packed her belongings, loaded her car, and drove to Manhattan.She arrived at St. Paul's Chapel on September 19.St. Paul's Chapel became a sanctuary for firefighters, police officers, rescue workers, National Guard members, volunteers, and others working at Ground Zero.The historic chapel had survived the destruction with virtually no damage. Because of its location near the World Trade Center site, it became an important place for food, rest, prayer, comfort, supplies, and support for first responders.Bethany was asked to help coordinate the volunteer operation.And coordination was desperately needed.What Was the Miracle of St. Paul's Chapel After 9/11?For Bethany, the miracle was not necessarily one supernatural event.The miracle was people showing up.People kept sending supplies.Businesses wanted to contribute.Churches sent volunteers.People donated food.Medical professionals volunteered their services.Musicians came to play.People who had never met each other worked together.And when supplies arrived that St. Paul's couldn't use, Bethany found other organizations that needed them.This created an enormous network of generosity.What Happens When a Disaster Ends?Perhaps the most important part of Bethany's story happens after she leaves New York.She eventually realizes that she needs to get away from Ground Zero for a day.She drives to Connecticut and experiences one of the strangest contrasts of her life.She watches a child's soccer game.People drink Starbucks.Families go about their ordinary lives.She shops for sneakers.Life looks normal.But Bethany has just spent weeks surrounded by Ground Zero, first responders, death, destruction, grief, exhaustion, and constant crisis. Listen to this episode to understand how Bethany balanced the world continuing, while so many were still grieving.What Does Bethany's Story Teach Us About Human Nature?At the heart of this episode is a much bigger question:Are humans naturally selfish, or do people really want to help each other?Bethany's experience offers powerful evidence for the second possibility.Again and again, people wanted to contribute.And these stories, and Bethany's sharing of them, begins to help us understand what is most important in this world-connection, community and showing up for eachother!Listen to Her StoryIf you've ever searched for true stories about 9/11, wondered what happened at Ground Zero after September 11, wanted to understand what it was like to volunteer after 9/11, or wondered how ordinary people responded to an unimaginable tragedy, this episode offers a deeply personal perspective.Bethany Anne Putnam's story is a record of six weeks at Ground Zero—and a reminder that even in the aftermath of overwhelming tragedy, human beings can choose to show up for one another.Sometimes the miracle is simply this:People come.People help.People stay.And sometimes, that is exactly what the world needs.Questions Answered in This EpisodeWhat was it like to volunteer at Ground Zero after 9/11?What happened at St. Paul's Chapel after September 11?How did volunteers help 9/11 first responders?What did first responders need after 9/11?How did ordinary people help after September 11?Can disaster-relief volunteers develop PTSD?What is PTSD after a traumatic event?How did people support firefighters at Ground Zero?Why was St. Paul's Chapel important after 9/11?What happened to volunteers after they left Ground Zero?Are humans naturally altruistic?Why do people help strangers during disasters?What are some inspiring stories from September 11?How did New Yorkers respond to 9/11?What can we learn from the people who helped after 9/11?To check out what Bethany is doing in the world, here is her website!As well, here is her Instagram, where you can keep track of all of the beauty she is creating in the world!And to learn about all of the fabulous humans who travel across the globe to stay at Bethany's incredible retreat space, click here!To hear additional stories of people showing up to help others, in all sorts of ways, click on the links below. There are plenty of miracle stories out there, proving that we always will show up for eachother!Drew Ayotte's story involves a sweet little pup and showing up at the right time! Sometimes it is our furry and feathered friends we are supposed to show up for! Listen to "The Miracle Of The Magnificent Enzo" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE!Lyubim Kogan shares an incredible story of being in the right story at the right time. Really, it was astonishing! Listen to "Saying "Yes" One Night Saves A Child's Life" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.And finally, Mirian Schulman talks about her 9/11 experience and how she responded after the incident. Her psychic impressions truly saved her life. Listen to "Psychic Vibes Before 9/11, How Her Understanding Of Reality Changed," on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.To check out what I am doing in the world, click on my website HERE. And my Insta here! And my woefully behind YouTube channel! (I know, I'm trying to get on top of everything!)Your bit of beauty is this: "Happiness Is Helping Others," a sweet YouTube by Haytham Ibrihim, which is all about how we can be present and a blessing for all those around us!

Georgia Tech is getting ready for another big-time matchup against Tennessee, and Swarm Talk has you covered with a full game preview. Gavin Hart is joined by Ben McKee of GoVols247 to break down the Volunteers heading into their matchup with the Yellow Jackets. They'll discuss Tennessee's biggest strengths and weaknesses, the players Georgia Tech fans need to know, key matchups that could decide the game, and what the Jackets will need to do to come away with a win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to episode 237! This week, Katy Henderson, aka @hendersonhikes, is back on the show! We catch up with Katy as she celebrates the one-year anniversary of her crazy injury on Millbrook Ridge. After suffering a trimalleolar fracture of her ankle, Katy has fought her way back and is once again out there hiking, chasing peaks, and generally kicking ass. We also get into some pretty wild topics, including mountain lion heads for sale, the ongoing search for a 73-year-old hiker missing in the Adirondacks, and what happens when novice hikers rely on AI to plan a route up Mount Shasta. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Volunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Cate May IPA, 1911, #ladiesinhiking #womeninhiking #hudsonvalley #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills #hikehudson

The Lifeboat charity RNLI has warned its volunteers against wearing its branding in public in light of harassment from far right agitators. Plus: Albanians have been protesting for over 100 days against a luxury hotel development by the Trump family, we speak to veteran science writer Robert Wright about the growing panic over AI & Hilary Clinton has a surprising stance on October 7.  With Michael Walker, Barry Malone & Robert Wright.

G.G. Miraglia is a former Verizon employee who volunteered to do critical work at the World Trade Center immediately following the 9/11 attacks. As we mark the 25th anniversary of those tragic events, G.G. joins Mitch Maley to discuss his experience, which inspired him to write My Days at Ground Zero, a book that highlights the wide array of volunteers who sacrificed their health to offer their skills in the immediate recovery.

No. 18 Tennessee travels to Georgia Tech this weekend for its road game of the season. It'll also be Faizon Brandon's first career start away from Neyland Stadium.GoVols247's Ben McKee and Patrick Brown previewed Saturday's matchup between the Volunteers (1-0) and Yellow Jackets (0-1) on the latest GoVols247 Podcast. Here's what all they discussed.(00:00) -- Week 2 is here!(7:27) -- About Sam Pendleton's absence...(12:45) -- Why Tennessee's o-line could take a step forward at Georgia Tech(19:35) -- What we expect from Faizon Brandon on Saturday(26:02) -- Which matchup gives us the most confidence in Tennessee vs. Georgia Tech(31:20) -- Preview of Tennessee's defense vs. Georgia Tech's offense(38:17) -- Special teams will be important(43:48) -- Tennessee has been really good against ACC teams the last couple seasons (46:00) -- A look around the SEC

Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews sets up week 2 in CFB. Chuck and Heath discuss the heat related death of an Iowa band member and the challenge CFB will face as the start of the season moves earlier. Austin Price of Volquest previews Tennessee's trip to Georgia Tech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 2 of The Greg Pogue and Darren McFarland Show, the guys take listener calls, talk with Tennessee sports talk host Vince Ferrara to discuss the Volunteers upcoming football game vs Georgia Tech, Faizon Brandon's Week 1 performance and what could be next, Tony Vitello's first year away from Knoxville and more. Also, they give their thoughts on the news of O'Charley's shutting down nationwide.

Volunteers will pack meal kits for hungry families as part of the National 9.11 Day of Service. The action comes through the efforts of nonprofit 9.11 Day, an organization started nearly 25 years ago as a way for individuals to honor the lives lost through service.

What if trying to reach everyone is causing you to miss the people who need you most? It's easy in youth ministry, leadership, parenting, and life to believe that bigger reach automatically means bigger impact. But what if deeper impact starts by paying attention to who's already in front of you? In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards explores an important lesson from decades of student ministry. Doug shares lessons from campus ministry, Youth for Christ, one youth worker who became deeply trusted by an entire high school community, and the importance of staying where God has planted you until He leads you somewhere else. You'll hear about: Why every student in your community matters Reaching a school campus through prayer and relationships Why bigger ministry doesn't always mean deeper impact Focusing on a few so many lives can eventually be changed Building trust with students, parents, teachers, and schools Staying where God has planted you Discipling students instead of simply being known by them Why one relationship can have an impact you may never fully see The danger of overlooking your family while serving everyone else Trusting God to provide the growth Whether you're a youth pastor, youth ministry volunteer, parent, teacher, coach, mentor, or someone who cares deeply about the next generation, this episode is a reminder that impact isn't always measured by how many people know your name. Sometimes it starts with noticing the person directly in front of you. Love them. Know them. Serve them. Disciple them. Then trust God with what grows from there. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

Crain & Cone preview this weekend's matchup between No. 18 Tennessee and Georgia Tech, as the Volunteers travel to Atlanta to play the Yellow Jackets in Week 2. -- -- -- Trade on College Football games every week on Polymarket.Download the Polymarket App with code ON3 for a $20 bonus upon sign up.https://app.polymarket.us/S8ac/ON3 -- -- -- For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com -- -- -- Follow Our Socials:X / Twitter: @CrainandConeInstagram: @CrainCompany TikTok: @CrainandCone #CrainandCo #CrainandCone #News #Sports #football #collegefootball #sportsshow #sportsnews #cfb #tennesseevolunteers #tennesseefootball Crain & Cone, hosted by former college athletes Jake Crain, Blain Crain, and David Cone, is a college sports show dedicated to delivering quality analysis and passionate insight to the most die-hard fans.For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Luke 18: 9-17 “Then Jesus told this story to some who had great confidence in their own righteousness and scorned everyone else: Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, and the other was a despised tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed this prayer: ‘I thank you, God, that I am not like other people—cheaters, sinners, adulterers. I'm certainly not like that tax collector! I fast twice a week, and I give you a tenth of my income.' But the tax collector stood at a distance and dared not even lift his eyes to heaven as he prayed. Instead, he beat his chest in sorrow, saying, ‘O God, be merciful to me, for I am a sinner.' I tell you, this sinner, not the Pharisee, returned home justified before God. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” Who are you more like – the Pharisee or the tax collector? To see yourself in this story Jesus tells, lets understand who each were. A Pharisee was a religious leader. They studied and taught scripture. They were very serious about obeying God’s law. To the Pharisee, everything was a box to be checked, and in order to be right with God, all boxes must be checked. It was all performance. And for those who didn’t perform to their standard of God’s law, they were judgmental. Their desire to obey God wasn’t the problem. The problem came when outward obedience became more important than the condition of their hearts. The Pharisee had all the checked boxes, but his heart was unchecked. His behavior looked right, but his heart had become filled with pride and judgment. A tax collector was seen as someone who had sold out to the Roman government. Because they worked for the occupying power and were notorious for taking more than was owed, tax collectors were deeply despised by their own people. They were viewed as traitors, cheats, and sinners. Nobody liked a tax collector, and most didn’t even want to be seen with them. So here you have two very different men. One had an impressive religious résumé. The other had a terrible reputation. Both went to the Temple to pray. But their prayers revealed something much deeper than their reputations. Their prayers revealed their hearts. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed, “I thank you, God, that I am not like other people…” Did you catch that? He came to pray to God, but his prayer became a speech about himself. ‘Look at what I don’t do. Look at what I do. Look at how good I am. And look at how much better I am than others.’ His prayer wasn’t really about his need for God. It was about his need to feel righteous. He stands in the temple knowing everyone sees him and admires him, praying from a place of righteousness with his checked boxes of fasting and tithing. His problem wasn’t that he was doing good things. His problem was that his good things had become evidence he used to convince himself—and perhaps everyone else—of how good he was. You can do the right things for the wrong reasons. You can serve God and secretly want people to notice. You can give generously and still have a heart that wants recognition. You can read your Bible every morning and still be growing more judgmental. You can raise your hands in worship while your heart is consumed with what everyone else thinks of you. Good behavior can become bad worship when it becomes a performance. Then there is the tax collector. He stands at a distance. He won’t even lift his eyes toward heaven. He beats his chest in sorrow and says, “God, have mercy on me, for I am a sinner.” No excuses. No comparison. No explanation. Just honesty. He didn’t come to prove himself to God. He came to pray that day because he knew he needed God. So, who leaves the temple that day justified and made right by God? The one who was humble. Why? Because God isn’t looking for people who can impress Him. Really, what could possibly impress God. He created the entire Universe all by himself – how are you going to do anything that impresses him? He holds the whole world in the palm of his hand, knows all things, controls all things, and works all things together in ways your human mind could never comprehend – what could you possibly do that would impress him? You were never created to impress God. But is that what you’ve been trying to do? Honey, you’re failing. You were created to surrender to him. To need him. To seek him. To worship him. And when he finds a genuine heart worshiping him instead of trying to impress him, he responds with offering righteousness. The Pharisee was looking sideways. The tax collector was looking toward God. The Pharisee was comparing. The tax collector was confessing. The Pharisee was defending himself. The tax collector was humbling himself. The Pharisee said, “Look at me, I’m good.” The tax collector said, “God, look at me. I need mercy.” And Jesus tells us that the one who humbled himself was the one who went home right with God. My friends, this is a heart issue. You can have all the right religious habits and still have the wrong heart posture. And if we’re not careful, our relationship with God can slowly become a checklist. Church—check. Money in the offering—check. Read my Bible—check. Pray—check. Christian music—check. Volunteer or serve —oh girl, you get a double check. Look at you! But here’s the question Jesus wants you to ask: What’s happening in your heart while you’re checking all those boxes? Are you serving because you love Him—or because you want to be needed? Are you giving because you trust Him—or because you want to look generous? Are you reading Scripture because you want to know Him—or because you want to sound impressive? Are you worshiping because you’re totally in awe of God—or because you want people to see you worship? The Pharisee’s greatest problem wasn’t his behavior. It was that his behavior had convinced him he didn’t need mercy. That’s pride. And that is a dangerous place for any of us to live. Proverbs 16:8, “Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall.” First pride, then the crash. Every time you boast, it becomes a prophesy of future failure. The higher you lift yourself up in pride, the harder you’ll fall in disgrace. Sometimes pride has a Bible in its hand. Sometimes pride is sitting in church. Sometimes pride is serving in ministry. Sometimes pride is singing worship songs with tears streaming down your face. Pride can look holy on the outside while quietly pushing God out of the center of your heart. Here’s the question Jesus presents us in this story today – WHY ARE YOU DOING THE THINGS YOU’RE DOING? Is this just a checklist to make you feel better about yourself or look better to someone else? Where’s your heart in this? God, please have mercy on me. I have a special way of really screwing this up and making it about me instead of about you. Remind me that I was never created to impress you, I was created to NEED you – and wow, do I ever need you. Ultimately, in this story, the Pharisee trusted in what he had done himself with his exalted heart – the despised tax collector could only trust in what God could do with his humbled heart. Only the humbled will be made right with God. There’s no reason for us to compare. Let’s all just stop performing. Stop trying to impress God or anyone else. We have nothing to prove, because if we prove anything, we prove we could never be good enough on our own. Let us come honestly, come humbly, and just come as our true selves to simply say, “God, have mercy on me. I need you.” Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com

Chuck and Heath discuss the SEC taking further action against LSU including a possible vote to boot them from the conference. Steven Willis of the "Locked on Ole Miss" podcast sizes up the Rebels after their opening win against Louisville. Faxon Childress of 105.5 the Roar in Clemson analyzes where the Tigers go after their demolition by LSU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A local conservation organization is now accepting volunteers to plant and look after trees throughout the city.

Volunteer exits rarely start on the day someone gives notice. In this episode of the Lead Ministry Podcast, Josh Denhart and Bill Van Kirk introduce the stay interview: a proactive conversation designed to happen before an exit interview is needed.They talk through why a broken ministry system can keep new people cycling out, what to listen for when a volunteer's energy or connection changes, and how to ask honest questions without immediately defending the system. The episode closes with a practical challenge: schedule three conversations, use the five questions, and write down what you hear before offering solutions.Josh also points Lead Ministry members to the Open-Ended Personal Survey as a roadmap for the conversation.Key Topics CoveredWhy recruiting into a broken system keeps the revolving door movingWhat a stay interview is, and why it is not an exit interviewThree signals to notice: energy, friction, and connectionHow to listen without immediately defending the systemA practical challenge to schedule three conversationsKey Quote“This is not an exit interview. This is the stay interview. So you do the stay interview long before they ever quit.”TakeawaySchedule three honest conversations. Ask the five questions, write down what you hear, and close the loop before offering solutions.Call to ActionWe hope this episode encourages and equips you. Share it with a friend and stay tuned for more resources each week.Stay Connected for More ResourcesVisit our website: http://leadministry.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeadVolunteersFind us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadvolunteers

#306 - Keep the Feet Moving This FallFall is the perfect time for a fresh start. Whether you're thinking about walking, running, getting back into a routine, or simply taking better care of yourself, you don't have to have it all figured out—you just have to keep moving. This week, Coach Tadris breaks down a powerful reminder from legendary running coach Jeff Galloway and challenges you to lace up your sneakers, choose a goal, and take that next step.

True fulfillment is found in looking at life through an eternal perspective. This study of Luke 6:20-26 explores the countercultural teachings of Jesus, who completely redefines what it means to live a blessed life. While the world equates success with wealth, comfort, and popularity, the Savior reveals that true joy comes from deep dependence on God. Discover how to trade temporary security for the lasting peace of the kingdom. Christian Life Center in Dayton Ohio shares this message of hope. Step into a faith that embraces the beautiful, upside-down way of Christ. Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: Spirit Led Jesus (20) Title: Blessed Different Verse(s): Luke 6:20-26 Date: 2026.09.05+06   LINKS:

Our rebranded Boston event, TechCrunch Founder Summit (formerly All Stage), is back on November 4th! And we are looking for some incredible volunteers to help us make this event happen. If you are interested in finding out what goes into building tech events, apply to volunteer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our rebranded Boston event, TechCrunch Founder Summit (formerly All Stage), is back on November 4th! And we are looking for some incredible volunteers to help us make this event happen. If you are interested in finding out what goes into building tech events, apply to volunteer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nnSJxpT-LSM  In this spotlight from episode 374 of Stories from the River, Manny Rodrigues and Zach Smith, Executive Director of Beds for Kids, discuss how the organization prepares for increased demand as the school year approaches. Zach highlights the importance of volunteers in helping Memory Makers prepare and deliver furniture to families, especially during major delivery pushes that can serve more than twice the typical number of families in a single week. The conversation also explores other ways the community can support Beds for Kids, from donating furniture like sofas, tables, and chairs to providing recurring financial contributions that help cover rising operating costs. Zach emphasizes that every form of support helps the organization reach more families and turn empty spaces into welcoming homes. Follow Beds for Kids on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bedsforkids  Learn more - https://bedsforkids.org/  Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com    Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail 

Full Text of Readings Saturday of the Twenty-second Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 436 The Saint of the day is Saint Teresa of Calcutta Saint Teresa of Calcutta's Story Saint Teresa of Calcutta, the tiny woman recognized throughout the world for her work among the poorest of the poor, was beatified October 19, 2003. Among those present were hundreds of Missionaries of Charity, the order she founded in 1950, as a diocesan religious community. Today the congregation also includes contemplative sisters and brothers, and an order of priests. Born to Albanian parents in what is now Skopje, Macedonia, Gonxha (Agnes) Bojaxhiu was the youngest of the three children who survived. For a time, the family lived comfortably, and her father's construction business thrived. But life changed overnight following his unexpected death. During her years in public school, Agnes participated in a Catholic sodality and showed a strong interest in the foreign missions. At age 18, she entered the Loreto Sisters of Dublin. It was 1928 when she said goodbye to her mother for the final time and made her way to a new land and a new life. The following year she was sent to the Loreto novitiate in Darjeeling, India. There she chose the name Teresa and prepared for a life of service. She was assigned to a high school for girls in Calcutta, where she taught history and geography to the daughters of the wealthy. But she could not escape the realities around her—the poverty, the suffering, the overwhelming numbers of destitute people. In 1946, while riding a train to Darjeeling to make a retreat, Sister Teresa heard what she later explained as “a call within a call. The message was clear. I was to leave the convent and help the poor while living among them.” She also heard a call to give up her life with the Sisters of Loreto and instead, to “follow Christ into the slums to serve him among the poorest of the poor.” After receiving permission to leave Loreto, establish a new religious community, and undertake her new work, Saint Teresa of Calcutta took a nursing course for several months. She returned to Calcutta, where she lived in the slums and opened a school for poor children. Dressed in a white sari and sandals–the ordinary dress of an Indian woman–she soon began getting to know her neighbors—especially the poor and sick—and getting to know their needs through visits. The work was exhausting, but Saint Teresa of Calcutta was not alone for long. Volunteers who came to join her in the work, some of them former students, became the core of the Missionaries of Charity. Others helped by donating food, clothing, supplies, and the use of buildings. In 1952, the city of Calcutta gave Saint Teresa of Calcutta a former hostel, which became a home for the dying and the destitute. As the order expanded, services were also offered to orphans, abandoned children, alcoholics, the aging, and street people. For the next four decades, Mother Teresa worked tirelessly on behalf of the poor. Her love knew no bounds. Nor did her energy, as she crisscrossed the globe pleading for support and inviting others to see the face of Jesus in the poorest of the poor. In 1979, she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. On September 5, 1997, God called her home. Blessed Teresa was canonized by Pope Francis on September 4, 2016. Reflection Saint Teresa of Calcutta's beatification, just over six years after her death, was part of an expedited process put into effect by Pope John Paul II. Like so many others around the world, he found her love for the Eucharist, for prayer, and for the poor a model for all to emulate.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Welcome to episode 236! This week, Kristi Confortin from Trail Sisters Catskills joins me for a great conversation about her amazing organization and the community it's building by connecting women with the outdoors. We chat about how Trail Sisters Catskills helps women get more comfortable and confident in the outdoor world, how the group has grown, and what makes the women's outdoor community so incredibly supportive—and just how tight-knit this group can be. Plus, I dive into some other big happenings in the outdoor world, including Dale “Grey Beard” Sanders setting a new Appalachian Trail record as the oldest person to complete the trail, Cody Taylor setting a new FKT on Vermont's Long Trail, and a recent rescue here in the Catskills. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Trail Sisters Catskills, Trail Sisters Catskills Instagram, Trail Sisters, Grey Beard sets AT record, Cody Taylor sets Long Path recordVolunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Hudson North, Momma's Boy#trailsisters #trailsisterscatskills #ladiesinhiking #womeninhiking #hudsonvalley #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills #hikehudson

For more than a decade, the STEP Ladder Tutoring Program has been helping middle school students in Kewanee and Wethersfield strengthen their academic skills, build confidence, and prepare for success in high school. During a recent interview on Wake Up Tri-Counties, Etta LaFlora, Executive Director of the Sunshine Community Services Center, discussed the program's history and its continued importance to local students. The STEP Ladder program began with a simple observation. A friend of LaFlora's who was teaching at Black Hawk College noticed students struggling academically and wondered when those difficulties began. That conversation led to the creation of a tutoring program focused on middle school students. After a pilot program at the Kewanee Public Library in 2011 showed positive results through pre- and post-testing, the program expanded into the schools in 2012. Since then, STEP Ladder has served 242 middle school students and involved 82 volunteers, AmeriCorps members, and staff. The program's motto is “Helping One Child at a Time.” LaFlora said the goal is to make every student feel important while providing individualized or small-group assistance. STEP Ladder helps students with: Completing homework Preparing for tests and quizzes Mastering core academic skills Developing better study habits Learning how to take notes and stay organized Building a more positive attitude toward school and learning LaFlora said middle school is a particularly important time to provide this support. Students are navigating significant academic, social, and emotional changes while preparing for the transition to high school. The program serves students after they complete sixth grade and continue through eighth grade, including the summer before they enter high school. A summer program is held at the Kewanee Public Library. Funding the program has become increasingly challenging as community needs have grown. Sunshine Community Services Center has relied on donations, grants, and support from organizations including Rotary, Kiwanis, and United Way. Schools also contribute by providing space, while Central School provides transportation. The organization has shifted from some of its traditional fundraising efforts to online fundraising. Donations can be made through the Sunshine Community Services Center website at www.sunshinecsc.com, through an upcoming GoFundMe campaign, or by mail to P.O. Box 405, Kewanee, IL 61443. LaFlora emphasized that every donation helps provide free tutoring, healthy snacks, and learning supplies for local students. The program also continues to benefit from community volunteers. Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Sunshine Community Services Center at 309-853-7751. Volunteers must complete the required school background check and fingerprinting process. One of the most rewarding aspects of STEP Ladder has been seeing former students return to give back. LaFlora recalled students who participated in the program when they were younger and later returned to serve as tutors themselves. Beyond tutoring, Sunshine Community Services Center also participates in community programs, including Black History programming, Martin Luther King Jr. activities, and community events. AmeriCorps members also assist with tutoring at Black Hawk College, including helping GED and ESL students. The STEP Ladder Tutoring Program is scheduled to begin its new school-year session on Tuesday, September 8th. LaFlora said the ultimate goal remains straightforward: helping local students develop the skills and confidence they need to successfully make it through school and into high school. Families interested in enrolling a student, community members interested in volunteering, or individuals wishing to support the program can visit www.sunshinecsc.com or call 309-853-7751. STEP Ladder Tutoring Program Offers Academic Support to Local Middle School Students The STEP Ladder Tutoring Program is providing additional educational services to middle school students in the Kewanee and Wethersfield communities. The program is available to 7th and 8th grade students attending Central Junior High School and Wethersfield Jr. High School. During the school year, tutoring sessions are held Monday through Thursday at each student's respective junior high school. Tutoring Locations and Times Central Junior High School 215 E. Central Blvd. Kewanee, IL Monday–Thursday | 3:00–4:15 PM Wethersfield Jr. High School 439 Willard Street Kewanee, IL Monday–Thursday | 3:00–4:15 PM The STEP Ladder program also offers tutoring during the summer at the Kewanee Public Library, located at 102 S. Tremont Street. Summer Tutoring Sessions Kewanee Public Library Tuesday–Thursday | 1:00–2:15 PM

What happens when you decide that life—and running—actually begins after age 50? In this episode of Your Story, Your Why, we sit down with Paul Latham, a Jamaican immigrant based in Fort Worth, Texas. Growing up in Jamaica active in casual sports, running was never Paul's primary focus. It wasn't until well into his 50s, after a personal trainer pointed out his need for stamina, that Paul laced up his shoes for a three-mile walk on a local track.After running over 200 5Ks and becoming comfortable at the half marathon distance, a coworker challenged Paul to break through his self-imposed limits by entering the Chicago Marathon lottery. Winning a spot launched a transformative distance-running career. Now preparing for his 13th marathon at the Cape Town Marathon, Paul reflects on the value of stepping outside comfort zones, the power of volunteering at major World Marathon Majors, and his goal to stay moving well into his 80s and 90s.Key TakeawaysLife Begins Whenever You Decide: Age is not a barrier to starting distance running; Paul ran his first marathon after turning 50.Break Self-Imposed Ceilings: Often, the only thing holding us back from longer distances or bigger goals is a mental limitation.Volunteer for Perspective: Serving as a course marshal or aid station volunteer builds deep gratitude for race directors and fellow athletes.Value Experiences Over Things: The connections, travel, and personal growth gained through distance running far outweigh material items.Connect with Paul Latham: FacebookTraining Program Mentioned: Cowtown TrailblazersRaces Mentioned: Chicago Marathon, Cape Town Marathon, Boston Marathon, Cowtown MarathonFollow Marathon Journal: Website | InstagramWhat goal have you been holding back on because it felt outside your comfort zone? Drop a comment on our latest post or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts to let us know!Resources and LinksShare Your ThoughtsConnect with Us:Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@marathonjournalFollow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607

Did you miss us? The Sistas are back in the year 2026 and, in honor of the patron saint of Tennessee's passing, Dolly Parton, they've got some spooky tales straight from the Volunteer State. Settle in and put you're feet up. You don't have to work 9 to 5 for these stories.Do you have a creepy story of your own? Email it to us at SpookySistas@gmail.comMake sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

 Kimberly Lining remembers calling the information number on a flyer for a missing Indigenous woman and learning that the photo on the flyer didn’t even belong to the missing woman. The frustration born in that moment led Lining to launch the MMIW Search and Hope Alliance, a group of volunteers she mobilizes to help look for missing Indigenous women and girls. Lining partners with the Oregon State Police, families, tribes and others to help get the word out on social media and in-person searches. We talk to Lining about her work.

Jake Wimberly of ESPN 105.9 The Zone Central Mississippi previews Mississippi State's season. Chuck and Heath discuss USA Today's piece on Nico Iamaleava a year after his acrimonious departure from Knoxville. Kelly Quinlan of Jackets Online sets up Georgia Tech's opener against Colorado. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people believe in Jesus as a savior who shared parables, performed miracles and died for our sins during his brief life.But is that really true?For the longest time, Paul had tried to connect with Jesus yet came up empty until recently when his soul led him to Jesus, the man not of the Bible.Paul and Sean O'Laoire examine the life of Jesus from very different and complementary perspectives that may encourage you to reconsider what you think about myth and the Bible this week on Spirit Gym.Learn more about Sean at his Spirits in Spacesuits website. Find him on social media via Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Timestamps11:05 Epistemology, ontology and cosmology.15:28 Was Jesus a product of Jesus mythicism (Christ myth theory)?19:38 What modern historians DO agree on about the life of Jesus.31:08 The difference between wisdom and knowledge.34:56 Mythish: Sacred wisdom shared in story form.40:20 The use of metaphor.52:09 “When power becomes available, morality goes out the window.”1:05:30 Prosopon.1:17:27 A cohort of souls.1:27:11 Sean is one of few people Paul thinks about the most, especially when he gets very irritated at Christianity.1:38:13 Paul spent many years tracking Jesus and only experienced emptiness, until he recently connected with Jesus, the man not of the Bible.1:42:54 What really happened to Jesus after the crucifixion.1:45:35 What is evil?1:46:34 Did Jesus practice a religion?1:49:45 How Paul brought alchemy into his teachings.1:54:16 Awe.2:01:47 Why one minister taught kids at his church to fear God.2:11:13 “We volunteer to be here right now.”ResourcesSetting God Free: Moving Beyond the Caricature We've Created in Our Own Image by Sean O'LaoireNoosphereTeleologyDr. Walter Russell's Home Study Course Third Edition (FREE PDF link)The work of Bart Ehrman, Paramahansa Yogananda, Thomas Aquinas, Stanislav Grof and Elie WieselFinite and Infinite Games: A Vision of Life as Play and Possibility by James CarseThe Religious Case Against Belief by James CarseStreams of Wisdom by Dustin DiPerna and Ken WilburThe Web of Meaning: Integrating Science and Traditional Wisdom to Find Our Place in the Universe by Jeremy LentFind more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz), Composed, mixed, mastered and produced by Michael RB Schwartz of Brave Bear MusicThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20CHEK InstituteWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Three episodes in, you will be willing to die for Ser Duncan the Tall and Egg. No backstory required. No sprawling lore to decode. Just a knight who may not even be a knight, a boy who follows him anyway, and storytelling so elemental it hits like a gut punch. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms works because it does what most B2B content refuses to do: it puts the human at the center, leaves you wanting more, and trusts the oldest storytelling mechanics in the world. In this episode, we dig into what that means for marketers with our special guest Tara Corey, SVP of Marketing at Optimizely. Together, we unpack why the best content finds the friction point in a story rather than avoiding it, why you should be the biographer and not the subject, and what Optimizely's upcoming rebrand taught Tara about bravery and standing out from the B2B sea of sameness. About our guest, Tara Corey Tara Corey is SVP of Marketing at Optimizely, where she leads brand, content, and the company's upcoming rebrand. With over 20 years in marketing, she's known for building editorial-driven content strategies, championing authentic human storytelling, and running toward the hard moments — in her career and her content. She's a passionate believer in community, mentorship, and the idea that bravery isn't optional. What B2B Marketers Can Learn From A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Put the human at the heart of the story — then leave them wanting more. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms doesn't try to tell you everything at once. It earns your investment in two characters and then trusts that investment to carry you through. Tara connects this directly to how B2B content fails: "Creating content has never been easier than it is right now with AI. But creating quality content that truly has that art of storytelling and a truly human-connected story — I think that's harder and harder to stand out and do well." Fewer things, done better, is the whole strategy. Be the biographer, not the subject. Most origin stories are boring because the subject tells them. The interesting version requires someone who knows which parts actually matter. Ian's challenge for B2B marketers: "Volunteer to be the biographer. Don't let someone else tell their own story. Tell their story in a way that you think is interesting." That means getting in person, asking the follow-up questions people skip, and hunting for the moment of friction — the "no kidding, there I was" — where everything shifted. Find the elemental story hiding in your B2B content. Betrayal. Honor. Trust broken and rebuilt. These mechanics work because they've always worked. Ian ties them directly to the world every marketer lives in: "How many of us have been there when it's like, 'You said you were gonna promote me. You said you were gonna do this. Why did you never do it?' — that's so elemental. And yet we just don't put it in B2B marketing, even though it's all around us." The richest stories aren't in the product. They're in the people. Quote"Bravery isn't optional. There's fear, there's excitement — but we've got to be brave, try not to be afraid, and be excited about what's possible. And also try to balance that with the simplicity of a great story and that human connection." — Tara Corey Time Stamps [1:22] Meet Tara Corey, SVP of Marketing at Optimizely [1:40] Why A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms? [3:02] What Is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms? A Brief History [7:20] What Makes It Work: Heart, Humor, and Unexpected Turns [10:47] Marketing Takeaways: Put the Human at the Heart of the Story [12:01] Leave Them Wanting More [13:51] Simple Storytelling Mechanics That Always Work [19:09] Be the Biographer, Not the Subject [21:03] How to Train a Team to Capture Better Stories [24:54] Find the Friction: Where Great Stories Actually Live [31:44] Critique vs. Tearing Down — And Why It Matters for Marketers [37:06] Bravery Isn't Optional: Optimizely's Content Strategy and Rebrand [38:30] Final Thoughts and Takeaways LinksConnect with Tara on LinkedInLearn more about Optimizely About Remarkable! Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering — The Business Thriller — Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is "Solomon" by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Five days after catastrophic flash floods swept along the Nepal-Tibet border, the true extent of the devastation is becoming clear. More than 4,000 people are still missing, and more than 900 are confirmed dead. A major push is being made to reach hundreds of workers believed to be trapped in hydropower tunnels which were submerged in thick mud during the floods. Hanako Montgomery has more on the rescue efforts.  Also on today's show: John Torpey, Response Director, World Central Kitchen & Lila Pieters Yahia. Regional Coordinator, UN Nepal; Mark Neville, Creator & Andrey Kurkov, guest curator, "Postcode Ukraine: Diary of a Volunteer"; Mursal Rahim. Afghan refugee / Case Manager, Migration & Refugee Services, Catholic Charities, USA    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#305 - New Season, Same CommitmentBack-to-school season is here, football is starting, and family schedules are getting busy again—but a new season doesn't mean giving up on your goals. In #305 - New Season, Same Commitment, Coach Tadris shares practical ways parents can make time for movement, even while waiting at their kids' practices and games. Plus, we celebrate Danielle's third week of training and highlight how our Run to the Best You community came together in Linwood to move, connect, and support a great cause. Your schedule may change, but your commitment to yourself doesn't have to.