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How to Start Your Direct Support Professional Journey
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Welcome to this week's episode of The Better Together Supports Podcast! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and David Neely discuss: What it means to be a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and the impact they have on families. Understanding the IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) community and support services. How county programs help co…
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#159 Ivan Filby: Speak Tenderly: Prophetic Ministry Seasoned with Grace
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Send us a text Seedbed Publishing President, Dr. Ivan Filby, is the author of Speak Tenderly: Prophetic Ministry Seasoned with Grace. He joins the Better Together podcast to share practical tools and stories of hearing the Holy Spirit speak personally and through prophecy. If you want to learn to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit, this episode i…
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Changing Behaviors Through New Understanding
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Welcome to this week's episode of The Better Together Podcast! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza speaks with returning guest Randi Cravens about: Understanding and managing ISP (Individual Service Plan) meetings. The emotional journey of parent-teacher conferences over the years. How focusing on successes rather than deficits has changed meeting dyna…
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#158 Sandra Richter: Unlikely SHereos
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Send us a text What if God is calling you to be an unlikely hero? Author, professor, and biblical scholar Dr. Sandra Richter joins the Better Together Podcast to help us apply deep theological truths from the story of Deborah based on her new Epic of Eden bible study. While all of our podcasts are for men and women, female listeners who feel called…
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Navigating Life as a Special Needs Parent with Monique Ford
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Welcome to this week's episode of The Better Together Podcast! In this episode, David Neely and Jacob Espinoza talk with special guest Monique Ford about: Life as a single parent caring for two children with special needs. The challenges and planning required for public outings with special needs children. Building a support system and the importan…
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#157 Walter R. Strickland II: Swing Low: A History of Black Christianity in the United States
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Send us a text The Black Church has been studied from sociological and justice perspectives, but Professor, Preacher, Consultant and Speaker, Dr. Walter R. Stickland II noticed a missing piece: the theology that has shaped Black Christianity throughout history into the present. Like a choir with the altos missing, Strickland explains, he wants to l…
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#156 Joe Dongell: A Theology of Love
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Send us a text Love seems like the most over-discussed topic in Christianity, but what if we still don't fully understand it? Dr. Joe Dongell offers a fresh, deep perspective of love that is sure to ignite your passion for God once again. Join us as we learn from Dr. Dongell and his newest work The Most Excellent Way: John Wesley's Theology of Love…
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Michael Jordan: Worship in an Age of Anxiety
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Send us a text What role does anxiety play in the Church? As Americans start paying more attention to mental health, what role can Christians play in the healing process? Author and professor, Rev. Dr. Michael Jordan joins the Better Together podcast to share ways laity and clergy can point people to Christ with integrity in an Age of Anxiety. Supp…
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Simple Steps to Support the IDD Community in Public Spaces
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Welcome to this week's episode of The Better Together Podcast! In this episode, hosts Jacob Espinoza and David Neely discuss: Making public spaces more welcoming for the IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) community. Simple ways businesses and individuals can improve interactions with people with disabilities. How being inclusive bene…
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#154 Roz and Callie Picardo: The Financial Lies We Tell Ourselves
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Send us a text Our finances (good, bad and everything in between) are often symptoms of what is going on underneath. Let’s go beneath the surface as we explore some of the lies we tell ourselves and the strongholds hindering our financial progress. For more, check out Healthy Money: A 30-Day Journey toward Spiritual, Emotional, and Financial Freedo…
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#153 Roz and Callie Picardo: Financial Growth
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Send us a text Our experiences with money shape us, but we don’t always stop to notice how. In God’s hands, even the worst experiences can be used to draw us deeper in our faith and grow us as disciples of Jesus Christ. Join us as we unpack some of the teaching from our latest book Healthy Money. Use discount code IPPICARDO30 to get 30% off the boo…
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152 Callie and Rosario Picardo: Childhood Money Memories
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Send us a text In this week’s episode of the Healthy Money podcast series, we dive into the topic of "Childhood Money Memories" and how they shape the way we think about and handle finances today. What memories from your childhood impact your relationship with money today? Were you raised in a home where money was talked about openly or was it a so…
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Callie and Rosario Picardo: Discovering Your Money Mindset
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Send us a text Why is it so challenging to align what we know about money with what we actually do? Join us in this episode as we dive into the Healthy Money Mindset Assessment, a free tool designed to help you discover your unique financial mindset. Created by authors Rosario and Callie Picardo, this 17-question survey offers real-time results and…
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150 Matt Lake: Crossing The Discipleship Chasm
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Send us a text On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Matt Lake, pastor and author of Crossing the Discipleship Chasm. Matt shares insights from his new book, offering a transformative approach to adaptive discipleship that bridges the gap between cultural obstacles and the church's original mission. He challenges us to move beyond quick fixes …
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149 Matt O'Reilly: Free to be Holy
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Matt O'Reilly to discuss his new book, Free to Be Holy. Much of the gospel you’ve heard might focus on hope for the next life, forgiveness, and freedom from guilt. But what about freedom from the sin itself? Free to Be Holy shines a light on the often-overlooked part of the gospel: holiness for t…
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Delivering ‘Gases for Life’ to customers worldwide with data-driven precision
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Learn how the world’s largest privately held gases specialist thrives in the dynamic industrial gases sector by responding quickly to changing market conditions. Hear Messer Chief Information Officer David Johnston and Thulium CEO Tamara McCleary discuss why end-to-end, data-driven insights are necessary and why the future belongs to data-driven or…
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Compassion in Action: Mastering the Art of Direct Support
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In this episode of the Better Together Supports Podcast, host Jacob interviews Danika Kennedy about the essential qualities needed to be an exceptional Direct Support Professional (DSP). Danika shares her top five qualities: passion for helping people, compassion and patience, flexibility, the ability to make things fun, and celebrating small wins.…
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Comfort, Boundaries, and Humility: Essential Skills for DSP Success
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In this episode of the Better Together Supports Podcast, host Jacob interviews Danika Kennedy, an experienced DSP who now trains new hires. Danika shares her journey into the field, discussing her initial expectations versus the realities of the job. She highlights the importance of comfort over professionalism in dress, the need for patience in se…
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Empathy in Action: A Mother's Perspective as Parent and Direct Support Professional
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In this episode of the Better Together Supports Podcast, host Jacob interviews Randi Cravens, a mother and DSP with invaluable experience in the world of intellectual disabilities. Randi shares her 19-year journey raising her son Jacob, who has Down syndrome, discussing the challenges, growth, and unexpected joys along the way. She offers practical…
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Bringing together women-owned businesses and corporate buyers worldwide
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The nonprofit’s mobile-optimized solution connects its member-buyer network with the annual purchasing power of $4 trillion with women-owned businesses in 135 countries. Hear about their journey to help women-owned business level up in the global marketplace. Tamara McCleary, CEO of Thulium, sat down with WEConnect CEO and cofounder Elizabeth Vazqu…
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Empowering Students: Inside CTEC’s Mental Health Program
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In this episode of the Better Together Podcast, host Jacob interviews Rhonda Rhodes, Principal of CTEC Career Technical Education Center in Salem. Rhonda introduces CTEC, a public-private partnership with Mountain West Investment Corporation, providing career technical education in a state-of-the-art facility. She shares insights into the center's …
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Community Integration for IDD Individuals
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Join hosts Jacob and David Neely as they explore the crucial role of community integration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). In this engaging episode, they discuss: Why community integration is a key focus for Better Together Supports The challenges IDD individuals and their families face in everyday activities…
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Empowering Potential: The Art of DSP-Designed Care Plans
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In this enlightening episode of Better Together Supports, we dive deep into the crucial role of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in developing personalized plans for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our hosts explore how DSPs, drawing from their extensive experience in the IDD community, work tirelessly to help…
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#148 Ryan Porter: Gospelsick
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Send us a text From the vantage of a medical missionary doctor in West Africa, Dr. Ryan Porter was struck by the Gospel Deficiency in the United States, when he returned home. It inspired him to write a book about renewal and revival, offering practical tools and encouragement for Christians as we learn to share our faith with the world. Join the c…
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Building Bridges, Empowering Lives: The Better Together Supports Story
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In this inaugural episode of the Better Together Supports Podcast, hosts Jacob, David Neely (founder and director), and Sarah Martinez (relations unit supervisor) discuss the company's origin story and its mission to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in the IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) community. David shares h…
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#147 Caleb Ingram: Gathering A City
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Send us a text We welcome Caleb Ingram, the visionary leader behind Declare Dayton. In this episode, Caleb shares how his initiative is uniting churches to transform lives and communities in Dayton and across Ohio. Learn about the powerful ways Declare Dayton rallies churches, partners with community leaders, and equips people to spread God’s love …
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#146 Stephanie Moore Hand and Michael Beck: Doing Justice Together
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Send us a text Stephanie Moore Hand and Michael Beck explore how pastors and congregations can use Scripture to foster racial harmony, justice, and liberation within their church communities. Our episodes guide you through four practical pathways to identify and address unjust patterns in church life, share inspiring success stories from diverse le…
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#145 Sarah Baldwin: Generation Awakened
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Send us a text Rev. Dr. Sarah Baldwin was one of the small team of individuals shepherding the outpouring of the Holy Spirit that began in February 2023 at Asbury University and soon rippled out to impact the world. She shares her eyewitness account, how it impacted her personally, what she's seeing in Gen Z, and the continued impact of the outpour…
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#144 Bishop Frank Beard: A Life of Prayer and Jesus
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Send us a text Bishop Frank Beard leads the Illinois Great Rivers Conference of the United Methodist Church, but first, he is a disciple of Jesus and a man of prayer. Bishop Beard shares his journey that started with cookies and kool-aid to prayer as a pastor in a hospital room to a prayer closet in his basement to a breakthrough prayer initiative …
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Delivering on the promise of home-based eldercare with a self-service care solution
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Learn about the comprehensive solution helping customers manage their support services and government funds — because there’s no place like home. Hear about their journey to rapidly disrupt home-based eldercare by removing the heavy lifting between service providers, customers, and the government. Tamara McCleary, CEO of Thulium, sat down with Laur…
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#143 Jill Beck: Letting God Use Your Story
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Send us a text Rev. Jill Beck pastors three churches in Florida, including the newly launched Compassion Church. She shares her journey from domestic violence victim to healing to answering God's call and now helping others. Let her journey inspire and challenge you. Support the showCallie and Rosario Picardo
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#142 Greg Delaney: Faith-Based Recovery (Part 2)
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Send us a text Combining faith and recovery, Pastor Greg Delaney returns to the Better Together Podcast this week to share how Christians can walk alongside loved ones struggling with addiction and how the Church can play a role in recovery. Greg works with churches across the country as well as the state and national government to advocate for fai…
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#141 Greg Delaney: Faith-Based Recovery (Part 1)
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Send us a text Pastor Greg Delaney is a leader in the recovery community, locally with boots on the ground but also at the state and national level. This week on the Better Together Podcast, Greg shares his story and how the possibility of life gave him the hope to overcome addiction one day at a time. Support the show…
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#140 Roz Picardo: Healthy Boundaries
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Send us a text On this episode of the "Better Together Podcast," Pastor Roz explores the power of boundaries through personal anecdotes and scripture. Roz skillfully blends practical guidance with spiritual insights, emphasizing the critical role boundaries play in fostering health in relationships, personal well-being, and spiritual development. D…
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#139 Brad Aycock: The Ministry of Innovation and Change
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Send us a text Most people are naturally resistant to change, so how do you create a culture that's open and innovative? Brad Aycock, Director of Fresh Starts and New Beginnings for the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church, has worked to do just that throughout the conference, and helped churches and leaders shift the culture within …
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#138 Callie Picardo: Slowing Down
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Send us a text In this episode of our podcast, we delve into Callie Picardo's sermon "New Year's Rhythm - Slowing," based on Isaiah 40:28-31. Callie shares a personal story of overwhelming busyness and the need for slowing down in life. She challenges listeners to examine their own life pace, exploring themes of rest, renewal, and recovery. Drawing…
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#137 Rosario Picardo: Sabbath
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Send us a text Discover the lost art of rest in our 'New Year's Rhythm Sabbath' podcast episode. We delve into the transformative power of observing the Sabbath, a practice deeply rooted in spiritual tradition yet often overlooked in our fast-paced world. Learn how embracing this day of rest, worship, and delight can combat the relentless pursuit o…
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#136 Rosario Picardo: Simplicity for 2024
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Send us a text In this podcast episode, we delve into the theme of "Simplicity" from Pastor Roz's sermon at Mosaic Church. Emphasizing the need for a simpler life, Pastor Roz shares his personal journey of transitioning from a fast-paced, multitasking lifestyle to embracing rhythms of Sabbath, simplicity, solitude, and slowing down. Drawing from th…
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#135 Sue Nilson Kibbey: A New Year's Prayer
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Send us a text Instead of a New Year's resolution, what about a New Year's prayer, a prayer opening yourself up to God-possibilities and breakthroughs in your life? Author, pastor, and leader Sue Nilson Kibbey has helped countless individuals, churches, and groups add breakthrough prayers to their rhythm and seen God move in incredible ways. If you…
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#134 Jim Harnish: Finding Your Bearings
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Send us a text When crisis comes, the words that guided Jesus can be a guide to us. Pastor and author Jim Harnish unpacks some of these Old Testament words that grounded Jesus to provide insight for us today. It's one more way Jesus helps us find our bearings in life. Support the showCallie and Rosario Picardo
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#133 Rosario Picardo: A Full Circle Christmas-The Prophecy of a Ruler from Bethlehem
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Send us a text In the concluding episode of our 'A Full Circle Christmas' series, we explore 'The Prophecy of a Ruler from Bethlehem.' This finale focuses on the powerful prophecy from Micah 5:2-4, predicting the birth of a ruler in the modest town of Bethlehem and its fulfillment as detailed in Matthew 2:1-12. This episode illuminates how this sig…
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#132 Rosario Picardo: A Full Circle Christmas-The Prophecy of The King
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Send us a text In this episode of 'A Full Circle Christmas,' titled 'The Prophecy of a King,' we delve into the royal lineage of Jesus Christ. Unpacking the prophecy from 2 Samuel 7 and its fulfillment in Matthew 1:1-17, this episode highlights Jesus' descent from King David. We explore the genealogy of Christ, understanding how his kingly heritage…
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#131 Callie Picardo: A Full Circle Christmas-The Prophecy of a Nazarene
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Send us a text Continue your journey with 'A Full Circle Christmas' in the episode focused on 'The Prophecy of a Nazarene.' This enlightening segment explores the humble origins of Jesus in Nazareth, as prophesied in Isaiah and various other scriptures. We delve into how Jesus' life in Nazareth fulfills the ancient prophecies of the Messiah as the …
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#130 Rosario Picardo: A Full Circle Christmas-The Prophecy of The Virgin Birth
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Send us a text Embark on a spiritual journey with 'A Full Circle Christmas,' starting with the episode on 'The Virgin Birth Prophecy.' This podcast unveils the intricate tapestry of prophecy and fulfillment surrounding Jesus' birth. We trace Isaiah 7:14's prophecy of a virgin birth and its affirmation in Matthew 1:18-25, exploring the deep connecti…
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#129 William Vanderbloemen: Be The Unicorn
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Send us a text It's hard to stand out in a competitive job market, and it is also challenging to find the right person when you hire. Yet William Vanderbloemen, author, founder and CEO of The Vanderbloemen Search Group, found 12 habits that 30,000 top leaders share, that most anyone can learn to stand out from the rest. Join us as he shares insight…
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#128 Scott Chrostek: Advent - A Season of Surprises
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Send us a text In the midst of the traditions and predictability of Christmas, what if God wants to surprise you? The first Christmas was full of surprises, both good and challenging. Author and Pastor Scott Chrostek joins us to unpack some of those surprises and invites us into a posture of openness with insights from his new book Advent: A Season…
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#127 Rosario Picardo: Handling Conflict
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Send us a text This episode explores 'Handling Conflict,' inspired by Paul and Barnabas in Acts 15. We face conflicts daily, and our response shapes our growth and relationships. We examine how Paul and Barnabas managed their disagreement, extracting practical and spiritual lessons applicable in our lives. This sermon guides us in resolving conflic…
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Cultivating digital transformation across the supply chain, from field to fruition
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See how one company helps satisfy the world's almond appetite with an end-to-end solution that forecasts and flexes to avoid disruptions and improve operations for more than 3000 growers. Hear about their journey to innovate across the business, internally and externally, to create a seamless end-to-end solution that can forecast and flex to avoid …
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#126 Maxie Dunnam: Saints Alive
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Send us a text A powerful step deeper in the Christian faith is to explore the writings of the saints of the Church through the ages. Author and pastor Dr. Maxie Dunnam makes those writings accessible in his 40-day devotional Saints Alive. Who are some of those saints and what can we learn from them in our walk with God today as we live out our fai…
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#125 Bishop Lisa Weah: Leading with a Left Hand
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Send us a text Being a lefty in a right-handed world is challenging, but there are many other challenges (for instance health, mental, relational, or organizational) that make life harder. What if instead of wishing the challenges away, you embraced the hand you were dealt with and grew? Author, pastor, and bishop, Dr. Lisa Weah helps us do just th…
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