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Lisa and Heidy are back for their annual reflection and celebration episode. This special end-of-year episode is a time to reflect on life lessons learned and celebrate moments of personal growth throughout the year. You'll hear both the serious and not so serious reflections about life and leadership. Be sure to stay tuned through the end to hear an announcement from Lisa about the future of the podcast and join us in wishing our amazing host Happy Birthday!   Recipe Recommendation  Exercise Recommendation  Book Recommendation

Our re-release today is a so good! On today's episode Lisa interview Rev. Cynthia Durant. Cynthia is the Owner and Principle Consultant of her firm, Durant Consultant Services, Inc.. Be ready to take notes as Lisa and Cynthia unpack the many facets of moving into our callings and how to help those we lead grow into their own leadership. Eps 145 Eps. 159

Today on the show we re-release Lisa's interview with Leigh Boggs. Leigh works with the young adult group at 938 church in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Leigh describes the intentional ways she engages with the young adults in their church and weighs in on the ways our churches can improve their communication and care of singles. Do not miss this honest conversation.

Join our host Lisa in a crucial conversation with Ashley and Brice Hales regarding the beauty of co-laboring in ministry as a married couple. Ashley holds a PhD in English literature and is the Editorial Director for Print at Christianity Today. With her husband, she is the co-founder of The Willowbrae Institute. Bryce is the Pastor at Trinity Church San Luis Obispo. Glean wisdom from their examples of lessons learned regarding the crossing of their marriage and ministry life. Additionally, the Hales share about their new Bible Study, A Fruitful Life, exploring Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount and our life with Christ. The Cartographers Podcast-https://www.willowbrae.org/media A Fruitful Life Bible Study-https://www.willowbrae.org/publications

Today on the podcast Lisa interviews Shaunti Feldhahn. Shaunti is a best selling author, popular speaker and social researcher. Lisa and Shaunti unpack the role the church can play in helping support hurting people in the gaps of professional therapy by equipping members of our churches for compassionate and skilled listening. When Hurting People Come to Church https://www.thechurchcares.com/

Today on the podcast Lisa interviews Kristi Gaultiere on the importance that empathy plays in our relationship with God and those that we lead. Kristi Gaultiere has been counseling and ministering to people for 30 years and is the co-author, with her husband Bill, of the newly released Deeply Loved, as well as, Journey of the Soul, and Healthy Feelings/Thriving Faith. Episode 71 https://www.soulshepherding.org/podcast/ Deeply Loved

Today on the podcast we get a vulnerable update from our Host Lisa Bennett regarding her continued health struggles and the ways they are pointing her to Jesus.

Today on the podcast Lisa interviews Rachel Short. Rachel is the Associate Pastor at 938 Church, which she helped plant in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Lisa and Rachel lean in to the nuances of men and women leading churches together, highlighting several practical tips and actions taken by her and her team that help them navigate these waters.

Join Lisa as she interviews repeat guest Katie Alesso. Katie co-pastors Thrive LA Church with her husband Andrew as they raise their trio (Dax, Junia, and Vivi) in the city of Los Angeles. If you are parenting a new church and children this episode is for you. Listen in as Lisa and Katie discuss the highs and lows of parenting and planting. Emotionally Healthy Leadership by Pete Scazzero

Join Lisa today as she interviews Kerry Smith. Kerry is the Pastor of Discipleship and Family Ministries at Good News Church in Powell, Ohio. Listen in as they discuss the nuances of leadership transitions and growth, honing in on the challenges and joys of moving through levels of leadership. PSP Eps. 78 Kerry Smith - NextGen: Impact Built to Sustain Why Not Women by Loren Cunningham and David Joel Hamilton Two Views on Women in Ministry https://www.kadicole.com/ https://careynieuwhof.com/

Today on the show Lisa interviews Craig Whitney and Jeff Bennett of Multiply Project. With a combined 50 years of experience in church planting, Craig and Jeff have loads of knowledge to share. Today they describe their heart for finding and equipping the next church planters, helping todays leaders put boots to the ground on their desires to be a multiplying church. https://multiplyproject.org/

On today's episode Lisa is joined by church planter Krystin Gilpin. Krystin and her husband Alex moved to Kansas City in 2013 with a heart and mission for urban church planting. Revive Church just celebrated its 10th year in February of 2025! In this episode you'll get a view into the real, raw and beautiful life of church planting.

Today on the show Lisa interviews Ashley Stegeman & Chad Manbeck. Ashley is the Director of Church Engagement and Partnerships at Stadia. Chad is the Lead Pastor at Richwoods Christian Church in Central Illinois. Today's episode is full of specific information about Stadia's Vision Trips. You don't want to miss this information or the surprising way that Chad's trip ignited his next steps in being part of multiplying churches for the next generation.

Today on the show we have a 4 time repeat guest! We love to hear from Kadi Cole and today's show does not disappoint. Kadi is the founder and owner of Kadi Cole & Co., working with a wide range of clients as she helps them build healthy cultures, develop strategic plans, and scale for growth. Kadi also invests in the leadership development of the global church through her ongoing partnership with Momentum Ministry Partners as their Executive Director of Leadership Development. Listen in today as we dive into the best ways that men and women can work together in churches to glorify God and bring others to know Jesus. https://www.kadicole.com/

Today on the show Lisa interviews Joanna Meyer. Joanna Meyer is director of public engagement at the Denver Institute for Faith and Work, where she leads public events, hosts the Faith and Work Podcast, and founded Women, Work, and Calling, a national initiative that equips Christian women for godly influence in public life. Today's conversation will build your faith and understanding in what it means for women to live out the gospel in their work lives. Work, Women and Calling website Work, Women and Calling by Joanna Meyer