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The story we tell ourselves

The story we tell ourselves
Author: The Salvation Army | Rebekah McNeilly
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The story we tell ourselves is a podcast about the narratives we create, live, grieve, and hope by. Every two weeks we have a new guest bring their expertise on topics such as emotionally healthy spirituality, burnout in ministry, deconstructing and reconstructing faith and church leadership in a politically charged environment. We address the tensions we face in ministry and in life as women, leaders, Salvationists and most importantly as followers of Jesus. Song cover written and performed by Hannah McNeilly.
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We are kicking off February with a pre-Valentines day episode! Michelle is the founder and director of Miss Apples Matchmaking and The Christian Singles Hub. Michelle brings challenges and encouragements for singles and married alike. Lots of interesting food for thought here!
We are so thrilled to have Rosy Keane on the podcast to kick of 2023! Rosy is the Spiritual Life Secretary in Australia, a student of the word, and a brilliant spoken word artist and teacher! We cover a LOT in this episode-- but mainly we look to disrupt some of those misunderstandings we have around common biblical narratives, specifically featuring women.
Ruth Chou Simons is the author of a number of stunningly illustrated and encouraging devotionals. She is inspiring -- and delightful! -- to talk to. I hope this episode challenges you to really dig into why we celebrate Christmas, and not get swept up in cultural ideas for the season. We can intentionally prepare Him room!
We have a special podcast release today in honor of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Crystal Lavallee is a young Metis leader and Founder as well as National Director of I Am Compelled (IAC). IAC provides in-school learning experiences for students that bring to life past heroes who were compelled to do great things for others. Crystal is truly an inspiration! This episode is short but so honest, hopeful and important. I hope you can take time today to reflect on the impor...
So wonderful to have Danielle guesting on this episode. We discuss her new book, 'The Other Side of Hope. This includes discussions into grief, acknowledging and naming dysfunction in ourselves and our churches and then reimagining what a life 'framework of hope' looks like. --------- Please leave a rating and a review if you enjoy this episode, it goes a long way in bringing other listeners along!
Dr. Janet Munn joins us today with decades of experience as an officer and as an advocate for women and social justice. She was the first ever female principal at the training college in the USA eastern territory, and the director of the International Social Justice Commission more recently. Janet speaks succinctly on the progress we have made as an army towards gender equity-- and the significant work we have left to do.
Rev. Leanne Friesen has served as the lead pastor at Mount Hamilton Baptist church since 2005. She is a gifted preacher and visionary and has a unique ability to make difficult topics of faith accessible to all. Today she discusses women in leadership and really breaks down the biblical support for this position. Leanne grew up in the Salvation Army and offers some important insight for women currently service within the Army! Learn more about Leanne: https://www.mhbc.ca/staff
Crystal Porter joins us today to discuss what decolonization means, and how we can partner with Indigenous brothers and sisters to better our churches and ministry spaces. We talk about her experience as a pastor and Christ-follower, as well as some of the challenges that accompany those roles. Crystal Porter is the associate Indigenous Ministries Consultant for the Salvation Army in Canada & Bermuda.
Ashley Bungay is a pastor/corps officer and passionate health and wellness advocate! She is also a parent. In this episode, we discuss toxic beauty standards and their impact on young girls, what the bible has to say about health, and how we can center Christ in our pursuit of well-being.
Have you heard of the enneagram? Maybe you have heard that it is not wise for Christians to use this personality tool, or maybe you love it! In this episode, certified enneagram coaches Beth Pearo and April McNeilly unpack what the enneagram is, how we should and should not use it, and how it might help you understand yourself and the people around you.
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Susan van Duinen is an exceedingly wise and insightful individual, with years of experience leading and influencing those around her in ministry. In this episode she unpacks some of her own research around resilience and burnout in ministry, and how we can learn to manage our energy in ministry.
Major Krista Andrews, corps officer at Richmond Hill Community Church joins me today to discuss what church might look like in a post-COVID world. We talk about four pillars we build our church on, and we refer to Francis Chan's 'Letters to the Church.' It is a challenging yet profoundly hopeful conversation.
In this episode Dr. Aimee Patterson joins us to speak about suffering as followers of Jesus. How do we suffer well? How do we see others who are suffering, and not give in to simple or easy answers to try and comfort them?
Captain Barb Stanley joins us today to discuss calling, sealed orders, and the way purpose brings a profound meaning to our daily lives. In a time where we are all craving wellness and 'shalom' these ideas and practical insights are so necessary.
A special episode from our friends over at the Salvationist Podcast! About 50% of teens and 20-somethings now identify as "nones," meaning they have no religious affiliation. So, why have so many left the church? And for those who haven’t, why have they stayed? In this c...