Cultivate

<p>Cultivate is a podcast hosted by the Office of Student Care and Concern at MBI. In this podcast, we want to provide tools and practices to help disciples cultivate fruit in their lives. Join us for great conversations with special guests in Season One as we tackle the topic of stress. </p>

Creating Spiritual Habits with Dr. Kirk Baker

Beloved Dr. Kirk Baker joins us to talk about creating spiritual habits. When in college, there is often a build in sense of community. Once you transition out of college, that sense of community can seemingly disappear and this includes your spiritual community. Dr. Baker shares wisdom and advice on how to create spiritual habits that can last.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-26
44:41

Emotional/Mental Care with Rob LeLaurin & Sarah Youssef

Fan favorites, counselors Rob LeLaurin and Sarah Youssef, are back! We dive into the topic of emotional and mental care, especially in regard to life after undergrad. Life transitions and challenges will take place, and it is vital to understand how to navigate them well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-19
45:21

Weekly Maintenance with Gwen Hill & Katerina Elshaug Part 2

Join us for part 2 of our last episode! Be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 first for easier follow along.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-13
23:13

Weekly Maintenance with Gwen Hill & Katerina Elshaug Part 1

Resident Directors Gwen Hill and Katerina Elshaug join Cultivate for a lively conversation about navigating everyday life after graduation—from meal prep and making new friends to figuring out what’s next when routines change. Stay tuned for Part 2!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-06
29:46

Budgeting 101 with Dean Heather Logue & Jean Seide

Finances can feel overwhelming, but a few solid habits can make all the difference. Dean Heather Logue and RD Jean Seide join Cultivate to share practical guidance and foundational strategies for managing your money now—and planning wisely for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-29
33:38

Job Searching and Resume Building with Dean Amber Jipp

Most students would say that their biggest fear post-graduation is finding a job that not only supports them financially but gives them purpose and works towards their overall career goals/desires. Join us as Dean Amber Jipp shares her experiences and advice on job searching and professional platforms & networking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-22
37:52

Time Management & ADHD with Dr. Sam Murphy & Matthew Clay

On this episode of Cultivate, Dr. Sam Murphy and Matthew Clay share their best strategies for managing time and priorities—whether you’re juggling classes or stepping into post-grad life. Don’t miss this one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-15
46:41

Life After Moody with Steve Brasel

Season 3 of Cultivate kicks off with Dean of Counseling Stephen Brasel! With 20 years of experience walking alongside Moody students, he shares powerful stories and practical wisdom on navigating life after college.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-08
34:09

Season 2 Episode 9: Embracing Uncomfortable Emotions with Dr. Deb Gorton

It was an honor to have Dr. Deb Gorton come and share from her book, Embracing Uncomfortable: Facing Our Fears While Pursuing Our Purpose. Author, Clinical Psychologist, and former Professor Dr. Deb shares how our values, purpose, and identity play into our emotions. She shares so much wisdom to lead us toward pursuing emotional health and our purpose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-18
31:23

Season 2 Episode 8: Oversharing with Emily Goheen

RA Emily Goheen, a student in the Human Services program, shares her research on oversharing, the difference between oversharing and vulnerability, social media, and a framework for us moving forward. It was a joy to have Emily on and there are so many golden nuggets she shares!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-11
38:35

Season 2 Episode 7: Navigating Emotions in Relationships with Dr. Valencia Wiggins

Dr. Valencia Wiggins dives into the complexities of navigating emotions in relationships. Have you ever struggled to express your emotions in a relationship or in conflict with someone? You are going to want to pull out a notebook and pen for this one! Dr. Wiggins shared so much wisdom from her clinical experience as a counselor!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-04
46:08

Season 2 Episode 6: Fear with Dr. Mary Hendrickson & Dr. Craig Hendrickson

Join husband-and-wife duo Dr. Craig Hendrickson and Dr. Mary Hendrickson for a conversation about fear, our responses to fear, and what God’s Word says about it. They share from their personal and professional experiences a wealth of wisdom on this topic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-20
01:08:32

Season 2 Episode 5: Envy with Resident Director Gwen Hill

RD Gwen Hill joins us for this episode and shares her experience and research on the topic of envy, its impact, and how we can get out of the cycle of envy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-13
39:58

Season 2 Episode 4: Anger with Counselor Patty Vandersande

Counselor Patty Vandersande shares on the complicated emotions of anger from her decades of experience as a counselor and from her testimony. Patty gives guidance on recognizing, processing, and responding to anger in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-06
41:12

Season 2 Episode 3: Shame with Counselor Robert LeLaurin

Pull out a journal and maybe some tissues, as Counselor Rob LeLaurin shares his wisdom and compassionate heart on something we all experience: shame. Rob shares about what shame is, why we experience shame, why Christians struggle with shame, and how we can begin to develop healthy responses to shame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-30
41:08

Season 2 Episode 2: Tears, Joy, and Why Emotions Matter with Dr. Peterman

Dr. Peterman shares from his book, "Joy and Tears: The Emotional Life of the Christian," on what Scripture says about emotions and the complexities of joy and sorrow in the life of a Christian.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-23
43:57

Season 2 Episode 1: Reimagining Emotions with Counselor Sarah Youssef

Join us for the first episode of season two on emotions as we talk with counselor Sarah Youssef about misconceptions we have about emotions, how to identify our emotions, and how we can engage with our emotions as disciples of Christ.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-16
36:23

Episode 8: Capacity & Stress in Community

Faculty Brian and Elizabeth Smith share about how to live in your capacity and what it looks like to be stressed in community, both in managing your own stress and helping others in stress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04-17
55:34

Episode 7: Prayer and Spiritual Rest

MTS Faculty, Dr. Bill Thrasher shares from his book, How to Resurrect a Dead Prayer Life, and blesses us by sharing wisdom out of the abundance of his prayer life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04-10
41:22

Episode 6: Overcoming Worry and The Peace of God

For those of you who struggle with worry or anxiety (all of us!), this episode is for you! Dr. Winfred Neely, the VP and Academic Dean of Moody Theological Seminary, shares from his book, How to Overcome Worry: Experiencing the Peace of God in Every Situation, and from God's Word and his life experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04-03
53:23

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