Accidental Hope

EFT Tapping and Prayer for Racing Thoughts Episode 87

I am not a licensed practitioner but I have used these tools to help cope, I hope these are helpful for you to research and try. What helps you manage your anxiety? I would love to know. Always seek professional help and never use this podcast or blog as a substitute. Podchaser xGSpsKqi4e2TYKUQHCcX Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more information at Patreon/acciden...

Defining Redeemed, Freely She Sings Ep 86

In this episode, my friend "Stephanie" shares her story of healing from Complex PTSD. Her childhood was horrific which included child trafficking. She survived only to become what she feared after a serious accident left her with charges of child abuse. But God had another song for her, a redemptive story and hope for healing. She is a wife, mother, artist, trafficking survivor, overcomer, and soon-to-be art therapist.  Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a re...

Wrestling and Weeping: God's Sovereignty with Missy Linkletter Ep 85

Missy Linkletter joins us today to discuss her grief journey after losing her oldest son, Justin in an accident and her hope found in God's promises. Missy is a speaker, Bible study teacher, and a published author. She lives with her husband and four children in Arizona. She’s an avid thrift-er,  loves all things Chipotle, and is a Word of God warrior.  Psalm 3 Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to c...

Honoring Dr. Maryann Jacobi Gray, Founder of The Hyacinth Fellowship, Friend and Champion Ep. 84

This episode is a tribute to the life, legacy, and work of Dr. Maryann Jacobi Gray. She touched the world with research, sharing a message of courage, hope, healing, self-compassion, and agency among many more thoughtful topics. She was a humanitarian, dedicated to making the world a better place. Please visit her tribute page to learn more. Please help keep her memory alive. https://hyacinthfellowship.org/about-us/founder/. If you would like to honor her work, please consider giving to The ...

Trusting Romans 8: 28 My Grief is not like yours with Theo Boyd Ep. 83

Trigger warning notice, this episode contains sensitive content about suicide. Author Theo Boyd, a former school teacher shares her experience with grief in a raw account of the unintentional death of her mother and how her father a retired pastor feels responsible. His grief led to his devastating suicide and Theo was forced to grieve a string of excruciating losses. Although this season was hard, she feels she was compelled to share their love story and express unique and complicated grief...

Be an Ambassador of Hope the Commencement Speech 2 Corinthians 5:20 Ep 82

2 Corinthians 5:20 We are called to be ambassadors for Christ. This is the speech I would have given dedicated to all who suffer after unintentional harm. This is my song of post-traumatic growth.  Good things can happen again. You are worth the fight! Be an Ambassador of Hope where you are called. Thank you to all who love and support and cheer for us to recover after our accidents. Thank you Southern New Hampshire University and Stride K12 for this opportunity. I am very grateful. Want to...

Mental Health Breakthrough Emotional Code Therapy with Eileen Love Ep. 81

On today's show, hear from Emotional Code Therapy Practitioner Eileen Love. She shares her heart for helping those suffering from trauma to be healed and restored for God's glory.  For more information to reach Eileen go to, [email protected]. Additional resources found: https://discoverhealing.com/the-emotion-code/the-emotion-code-chart/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a g...

Accidental Hope Podcast Season 4 Ep 80: Finding Your Mission in the Midst of Every Season with Teresa Ann and Tristin Criswell

Teresa Ann Criswell loves being a wife, mom, grandma, and "mother-in-love." She is the founder and host of the Let's Talk with Teresa Ann, YouTube channel, and blog as well as the OH...Teresa and Tristin Podcast, which she produces with her daughter. Their show's purpose is to point you to the Father God by seeing mission fields in the midst of battlefields. Teresa Ann also has a weekly episode called, "Heavenly Wit Monday'' that teaches how to respond to GOD in the midst of the troubles of ...

Finding Your Mission in the Midst of Every Season with Teresa Ann and Tristin Criswell

Teresa Ann Criswell loves being a wife, mom, grandma, and "mother-in-love." She is the founder and host of the Let's Talk with Teresa Ann, YouTube channel, and blog as well as the OH...Teresa and Tristin Podcast, which she produces with her daughter. Their show's purpose is to point you to the Father God by seeing mission fields in the midst of battlefields. Teresa Ann also has a weekly episode called, "Heavenly Wit Monday'' that teaches how to respond to GOD in the midst of the troubles of ...

Finding Your Mission in the Midst of Every Season with Teresa Ann and Tristin Criswell Ep 80

Teresa Ann Criswell loves being a wife, mom, grandma, and "mother-in-love." She is the founder and host of the Let's Talk with Teresa Ann, YouTube channel, and blog as well as the OH...Teresa and Tristin Podcast, which she produces with her daughter. Their show's purpose is to point you to the Father God by seeing mission fields in the midst of battlefields. Teresa Ann also has a weekly episode called, "Heavenly Wit Monday'' that teaches how to respond to GOD in the midst of the troubles of ...

A Mama-bear's Unconditional Love Protecting her CADI Cub Ep 79

In this episode, Jennifer talks with "C" about her daughter's experience with the deeply grieved family members of the victim. She endured harassment but chose to forgive and seek to understand the grief from their perspective without judgment. Her daughter "Lynn" was a young driver and senior in high school at the time of the accident. "Lynn" allowed us to share her piano recital piece written and dedicated to the victim and her own grief. Please continue to pray for all who suffer in these...

Accidental Hope Podcast Season 4 Ep 79: A Mother's Love Protecting her CADI Cub

In this episode, Jennifer talks with "C" about her daughter's experience with the deeply grieved family members of the victim. She endured harassment but chose to forgive and seek to understand the grief from their perspective without judgment. Her daughter "Lynn" was a young driver and senior in high school at the time of the accident. "Lynn" allowed us to share her piano recital piece written and dedicated to the victim and her own grief. Please continue to pray for all who suffer in these...

Accidental Hope Podcast Season 4 Ep 78: Jesus, Our Refuge with Shaynor Newsome Part 2

Shaynor grew up in Dallas and graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Baylor University. After graduating he served a ministry to the homeless and at-risk teens. Later, he was a Hall Director at Baylor, and then the European coordinator for a tour company; leading tours in Western Europe. After earning his MDiv at Truett Theological Seminary, Shaynor spent 12 years in campus ministry with Reformed University Fellowship at New Mexico State and Baylor Universities. He and his wife, Heather (B.A....

Sacred Sacraments: Jesus, Our Refuge with Shaynor Newsome Part 2, Ep 78

Shaynor grew up in Dallas and graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Baylor University. After graduating he served a ministry to the homeless and at-risk teens. Later, he was a Hall Director at Baylor, and then the European coordinator for a tour company; leading tours in Western Europe. After earning his MDiv at Truett Theological Seminary, Shaynor spent 12 years in campus ministry with Reformed University Fellowship at New Mexico State and Baylor Universities. He and his wife, Heather (B.A....

Sacred Sacraments: Jesus, Our Refuge with Shaynor Newsome Part 1, Ep 77

Shaynor grew up in Dallas and graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Baylor University. After graduating he served a ministry to the homeless and at-risk teens. Later, he was a Hall Director at Baylor, and then the European coordinator for a tour company; leading tours in Western Europe. After earning his MDiv at Truett Theological Seminary, Shaynor spent 12 years in campus ministry with Reformed University Fellowship at New Mexico State and Baylor Universities. He and his wife, Heather (B.A....

Accidental Hope Podcast Season 4 Ep 77: Jesus, Our Refuge with Shaynor Newsome Part 1

Shaynor grew up in Dallas and graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Baylor University. After graduating he served a ministry to the homeless and at-risk teens. Later, he was a Hall Director at Baylor, and then the European coordinator for a tour company; leading tours in Western Europe. After earning his MDiv at Truett Theological Seminary, Shaynor spent 12 years in campus ministry with Reformed University Fellowship at New Mexico State and Baylor Universities. He and his wife, Heather (B.A....

A Father's Love, Choosing to Forgive Ep 76

This week on the show Jennifer talks with David Tessieri father to three girls. David lost his oldest Laura in a DUI accident with her then-fiancé. This is a redemptive story rich with forgiveness. You can see more about David's story on Episode 99 of Red Table Talk. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=481244670021721 Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more information a...

Accidental Hope Podcast Season 4 Ep 76: A Father's Choice to Forgive

This week on the show Jennifer talks with David Tessieri father to three girls. David lost his oldest Laura in a DUI accident with her then-fiancé. This is a redemptive story rich with forgiveness. You can see more about David's story on Episode 99 of Red Table Talk. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=481244670021721 Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more information a...

Mindfulness as Medicine, The Science of Trauma with Dr. Jose Carbajal mindfulness Ep. 75:

Dr. Carbajal holds a faculty appointment in the Social Work program at Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas. His clinical work and research focus on trauma, neuroscience and faith. He has over 15 years of clinical experience as well as extensive teaching experience leading seminars and workshops. Dr. Carbajal is EMDR Certified and an EMDRIA Approved Trainer in EMDR. He also works with Compassion Works for EMDR & Mindfulness. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, o...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S4 Episode 75: The Science of Trauma with Dr. Jose Carbajal mindfulness

Dr. Carbajal holds a faculty appointment in the Social Work program at Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas. His clinical work and research focus on trauma, neuroscience and faith. He has over 15 years of clinical experience as well as extensive teaching experience leading seminars and workshops. Dr. Carbajal is EMDR Certified and an EMDRIA Approved Trainer in EMDR. He also works with Compassion Works for EMDR & Mindfulness. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, o...

Accidental Hope Podcast S4 Episode 74: Ash Wednesday Thoughts on Forgiveness

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Marked by the Cross, Ash Wednesday Thoughts on Forgiveness Ep. 74

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Red Table Talk Reflections with Mark O'Brien Ep. 73

In this episode, Jennifer reflects with fellow Red Table Talk guest Mark O'Brien about his experience and post-traumatic growth. Mark is the founder of Trauma Informed and he spends each day honoring the life that was lost in his accident, Laura. We talk forgiveness and hope for the future. To learn more about Mark or connect with him please visit,  https://marklobrien.com/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those...

Accidental Hope Podcast S3 Episode 73: Red Table Talk Reflections w/ Mark O'Brien

In this episode, Jennifer reflects with fellow Red Table Talk guest Mark O'Brien about his experience and post-traumatic growth. Mark is the founder of Trauma Informed and he spends each day honoring the life that was lost in his accident, Laura. We talk forgiveness and hope for the future. To learn more about Mark or connect with him please visit,  https://marklobrien.com/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those...

Accidental Hope Podcast Season 3 Ep 72: Romans 5 A Lesson in Identity

In this episode Jennifer speaks about a new lesson in identity over shame and embarrassment. She is suffering extreme hair loss after recovering form covid. The Lord shares how hair loss is triggering and wants to comfort her heart even through hair loss. In this episode Jennifer reads he intro to her book, Left Turn, Life Unimagined as she hopes to publish in May. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting ...

Romans 5 A Lesson in our True Identity Which is Eternal Ep 72

In this episode Jennifer speaks about a new lesson in identity over shame and embarrassment. She is suffering extreme hair loss after recovering form covid. The Lord shares how hair loss is triggering and wants to comfort her heart even through hair loss. In this episode Jennifer reads he intro to her book, Left Turn, Life Unimagined as she hopes to publish in May. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting ...

Accidental Hope Podcast S3 Episode 71: Pslam 71 Reflections, 5 Years Later

October 4th 2021 was the 5th anniversary of remembering David and my journey after my accident. It was a good day. I stayed active physically, emotionally and spiritually. I went on a hike, lit a candle, journaled, prayed and I praised God for bringing me this far. Psalm 71 is my battle cry, verse by verse it speaks over this very season of my life like an anthem. Fitting it would land on Episode 71. God is certainly good! Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a...

Accidental Hope Podcast S3 Episode 71: Pslam 71 Reflections, 5 Years Later

October 4th 2021 was the 5th anniversary of remembering David and my journey after my accident. It was a good day. I stayed active physically, emotionally and spiritually. I went on a hike, lit a candle, journaled, prayed and I praised God for bringing me this far. Psalm 71 is my battle cry, verse by verse it speaks over this very season of my life like an anthem. Fitting it would land on Episode 71. God is certainly good! Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a...

Pslam 71 Reflections, 5 Years Later After the Accident Ep 71

October 4th 2021 was the 5th anniversary of remembering David and my journey after my accident. It was a good day. I stayed active physically, emotionally and spiritually. I went on a hike, lit a candle, journaled, prayed and I praised God for bringing me this far. Psalm 71 is my battle cry, verse by verse it speaks over this very season of my life like an anthem. Fitting it would land on Episode 71. God is certainly good! Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S3 Episode 70: Sharing Hope Through Shorty's Story with Esperanza Arellano

In October of 2017 Esperanza's son Elias "Shorty" at age 17 and a senior in high school was involved in a tragic accident involving fatality. The Arellano family had for many years been involved with  addiction recovery outreach, work with homelessness and specifically a strong prison ministry, never did they believe that prison would affect their own family after the accident. However God has redeemed hope, shown himself faithful and this is just the beginning. I hope you enjoy this story o...

Sharing Hope Through Shorty's Story Beyond Bars with Esperanza Arellano Episode 70

In October of 2017 Esperanza's son Elias "Shorty" at age 17 and a senior in high school was involved in a tragic accident involving fatality. The Arellano family had for many years been involved with  addiction recovery outreach, work with homelessness and specifically a strong prison ministry, never did they believe that prison would affect their own family after the accident. However God has redeemed hope, shown himself faithful and this is just the beginning. I hope you enjoy this story o...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S3 Episode 70: Sharing Shorty's Story with Esperanza Arellano

In October of 2017 Esperanza's son Elias "Shorty" at age 17 and a senior in high school was involved in a tragic accident involving fatality. The Arellano family had for many years been involved with  addiction recovery outreach, work with homelessness and specifically a strong prison ministry, never did they believe that prison would affect their own family after the accident. However God has redeemed hope, shown himself faithful and this is just the beginning. I hope you enjoy this story o...

Passion & Purpose for Safer Roads with Marci Corry Episode 69

In this episode Jennifer visits with founder of Safe2Save App, Marci Corry to talk about passion and purpose. She is devoted to seeing change  in safer driving across the country. In a near fatal accident Marci was grateful to be alive and her faith became stronger. To find more about the Safe2Save Mission and how to get involved please visit, https://safe2save.org/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S3 Episode 69: Passion & Purpose with Marci Corry

In this episode Jennifer visits with founder of Safe2Save App, Marci Corry to talk about passion and purpose. She is devoted to seeing change  in safer driving across the country. In a near fatal accident Marci was grateful to be alive and her faith became stronger. To find more about the Safe2Save Mission and how to get involved please visit, https://safe2save.org/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting...

Accidental Hope Podcast | Episode 8: Interview with David Peters (pt 2)

Jennifer continues her interview with Reverend David Peters, who served his brothers in arms as an enlisted Marine and Army Chaplain, deploying to Baghdad Iraq in 2005. He shares a humble and honest account of what it is like to live with and overcome traumas and P. T. S. D. (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). 

Accidental Hope Podcast: Episode 9 - Interview with David Peters (pt. 3)

Accidental Hope Podcast | Episode 19: The Power of Your Story (w/ Elizabeth Oates)

In this episode, Jennifer interviews Elizabeth Oates, founder of Collab Conference for Writers & Mastermind. They talk about the power of sharing your story, rewrtting your story through an identity in Christ versus your circumstances. Elizabeth's message offers us inspired and hope-filled encouragement. Elizabeth Oates is a blogger, speaker, multi-book author and founder of Collab-Conference for Writers and Mastermind. To learn more about Elizabeth and her writing please visit: https://www....

A Perfect Storm Devotions for Uncharted Waters in Life with Author Sarah Nelson Ep 68

In this episode Jennifer talks with mom-blogger and author Sarah Nelson about her devotional, A Perfect Storm. Sarah shares her journey through medical crisis and how in the midst of the storm the Lord is so near. Her thoughtful yet unconventional-style devotional is exactly what your heart might need while walking or recovering from a difficult season.   For more information on Sarah and her book please visit: https://sarahnelsonblog.com/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, f...

Accidental Hope Podcast S3 Ep 68: A Perfect Storm with Sarah Nelson

In this episode Jennifer talks with mom-blogger and author Sarah Nelson about her devotional, A Perfect Storm. Sarah shares her journey through medical crisis and how in the midst of the storm the Lord is so near. Her thoughtful yet unconventional-style devotional is exactly what your heart might need while walking or recovering from a difficult season.   For more information on Sarah and her book please visit: https://sarahnelsonblog.com/ Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, f...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S3 Episode 67: A Blessed Tragedy with Jesse Schrake

In this episode Jennifer talks with public speaker and safe-driving advocate Jesse Schrake about the aftermath of his accident. He encourages us to make choices that honor God and the healing power of forgiveness and true identity in Christ. To find out more about the co-authored book with Amanda Watts and Jesse Schrake please visit Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Blessed-Tragedy-Amanda-Watts/dp/1700495623, or their social media platforms. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, f...

A Blessed Tragedy Hometown Heartbreak with Jesse Schrake Episode 67

In this episode Jennifer talks with public speaker and safe-driving advocate Jesse Schrake about the aftermath of his accident. He encourages us to make choices that honor God and the healing power of forgiveness and true identity in Christ. To find out more about the co-authored book with Amanda Watts and Jesse Schrake please visit Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Blessed-Tragedy-Amanda-Watts/dp/1700495623, or their social media platforms. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, f...

Hope Remains A Forgiveness Story with The Gordon Family and Casey Episode 66

In this episode Jennifer talks with both the family who lost a child in a tragic accident and the driver responsible. Despite what the world and flesh would want for this situation, God has worked the miraculous. God's supernatural grace has bonded them, suffering may turn your whole world upside down but hope remains when we trust God. Reppard and Summer Gordon have released a book, Hope Remains, now available where books are sold.  Eph. 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith....

Accidental Hope Podcast S3 Ep 66: Hope Remains w/ The Gordon's & Casey

In this episode Jennifer talks with both the family who lost a child in a tragic accident and the driver responsible. Despite what the world and flesh would want for this situation, God has worked the miraculous. God's supernatural grace has bonded them, suffering may turn your whole world upside down but hope remains when we trust God. Reppard and Summer Gordon have released a book, Hope Remains, now available where books are sold.  Eph. 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith....

Accidental Hope Podcast |S3 Episode 66 Hope Remains w/ The Gordon's & Casey

In this episode Jennifer visits with Reppard and Summer Gordon and Casey ( the driver involved) to share the beautiful gift of God's grace. The Gordon's lost their son Sawyer at 5 years old in a tragic accident. Despite their grief, hope remains in healing, redemption and joy after grief.

Bonus episode: The Best Gift Ever, Living Organ Donation Connecting Families

In this episode Jennifer visits with her friend Ralinda Fenton and donor recipient Stella Rubens about SWAP living organ donation. Six strangers brought together by blood type and now bonded by sacrificial love. The gift of life is the best gift ever! For more information about organ donation: https://www.kidney.org/transplantation/livingdonors/incompatiblebloodtype. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wantin...

Accidental Hope Podcast|S2 Bonus: The Best Gift Ever, Living Organ Donation

In this episode Jennifer visits with her friend Ralinda Fenton and donor recipient Stella Rubens about SWAP living organ donation. Six strangers brought together by blood type and now bonded by sacrificial love. The gift of life is the best gift ever! For more information about organ donation: https://www.kidney.org/transplantation/livingdonors/incompatiblebloodtype. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wantin...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S2 Episode 65 Out of the Pit (w/ Bridget McCarthy)

In this episode Jennifer talks with Bridget McCarthy Mom-blogger and founder of Averyday Ministries about heaven is our home, not this earth. She encourages everyone to get out of the pit and live a life of joy God called you to. For more information about her ministry please visit, https://www.averydayministries.com/. Or visit her blog, http://stumblingtowardsperfect.blogspot.com// Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon ...

Accidental Hope Podcast | S2 Episode 65 Out of the Pit (w/ Bridget McCarthy)

In this episode Jennifer talks with Bridget McCarthy Mom-blogger and founder of Averyday Ministries about heaven is our home, not this earth. She encourages everyone to get out of the pit and live a life of joy God called you to. For more information about her ministry please visit, https://www.averydayministries.com/. Or visit her blog, http://stumblingtowardsperfect.blogspot.com// Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon ...

One Family's Heartbreak Out of the Pit with Bridget McCarthy Episode 65

In this episode Jennifer talks with Bridget McCarthy Mom-blogger and founder of Averyday Ministries about heaven is our home, not this earth. She encourages everyone to get out of the pit and live a life of joy God called you to. For more information about her ministry please visit, https://www.averydayministries.com/. Or visit her blog, http://stumblingtowardsperfect.blogspot.com// Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon ...

Accidental Hope Podcast| S2 Episode 64: Broken to Beloved (w/ Emily Mills) trauma, clean, Christian, Jesus said love

This week Jennifer visits with founder of Jesus Said Love, Emily Mills to discuss serving those healing from trauma. She takes us through the process of loving through our own lens and seeking God in an intimate way to sustain the hard and holy work.