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Advent: What Does It Mean to Be A Witness - Love

December 24, 2023 20:00 - 8 minutes - 4.22 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses what does it mean for the church to be a witness for Love during the season of Advent 2023.  Today marks the fourth and final week of Advent as we focus our hearts and minds on the birth of our Savior and on His Second Coming.   Dr. Gadson looks at John 3:16 to set our focus on how Love is modeled for us. As we continue to focus on the person of Jesus, the reason for the season, we look at His life to understand how to be a witness for Love.   Tune in...

Advent: What Does it Mean to Be A Witness - Joy

December 19, 2023 01:00 - 15 minutes - 7.68 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses what does it mean for the church to be a witness of joy during the season of Advent 2023.  Today marks the third week of Advent as we focus our hearts and minds on the birth of our Savior and on His Second Coming.  The difficult and dark circumstances across the world that we are enduring in this present day can certainly discourage or depress any feelings of joy.   Dr. Gadson looks at Luke 2:10-11 & Luke 24:52 and understands the word joy that appears...

Advent - What Does It Mean To Be A Witness - Peace

December 11, 2023 02:00 - 25 minutes - 12.3 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses what does it mean for the church to be a witness concerning peace during the season of Advent 2023.  Today marks the second week of Advent as we focus our hearts and minds on the birth of our Savior and on His Second Coming.  The difficult and dark circumstances that we are enduring in this present day can certainly disrupt our peace. Or impede our experience of peace and  with the Prince of Peace.  How do we come to know and experience Jesus as the Pr...

Advent - What Does it Mean to be a Witness Hope

December 04, 2023 02:00 - 19 minutes - 9.36 MB

This episode mentions the word suicide as an excerpt is read from a chapter about finding Hope in dark places.  On this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses what does it mean for the church to witness Hope during the season of Advent 2023.  Advent begins today as we focus our hearts and minds on the birth of our Savior and on His Second Coming.  There are difficult and dark circumstances that we are enduring in this present day. Much like those who heard the prophets of old, we await not the birt...

Is It Thanks or Is It Theft?

November 24, 2023 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.77 MB

Members, Visitors, and Friends!  Happy Thanksgiving 2023! We want to acknowledge that we understand this day is complicated and very nuanced. People are grateful and spending time in joyous celebrations and gathering with friends and family. And also, the same people and others are feeling the weight and heaviness of many circumstances, currently and historically.  On this episode, Dr. Gadson looks at Malachi 3:8-9 and asks one question that was given to her by the Holy Spirit. Is it thank...

The Church as A Refuge for Perpetrators of Psychological Abuse

November 13, 2023 00:00 - 34 minutes - 16.9 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson further discusses what does it mean for the church to be a refuge and how it applies to disciple perpetrators of abuse.  Dr. Gadson shares her insights and thoughts from years of working in and with churches to consider how to navigate the very delicate task of discipling those who have inflicted psychological abuse on others. She admonishes the church to equip members for this specific task and to understand when to refer to a professional licensed clinician.  ...

Talking Forgiveness with Victims of Psychological Abuse

November 05, 2023 21:00 - 32 minutes - 15.9 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to discuss what does it mean for the church to be a refuge and witness to those who are victims of psychological abuse.   Dr. Gadson shares about a conversation among graduate students who wondered what to do when individuals who are victims of abuse are rushed to forgiveness by members of the Church. Sometimes victims receive subtle suggestions (and most times not so subtlety), that forgiveness is the “way” to go.  Dr. Gadson reviews the thoughts that...

Two White Men and A Black Woman on Knowing, Being Known, and Trusting with Dr. Paul Hoard and Dr. Doug Shirley - Part 3

October 22, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 18.4 MB

Dr.  Paul Hoard and Dr. Doug Shirley join the podcast today for part three of the discussion on knowing, being known, and trusting. Both Dr.  Hoard and Dr. Shirley are associate professors of counseling psychology at The Seattle School. Today, they continue to delve into conversation with Dr. Gadson on building relationships across differences, discussing collective shame, and identifying perpetrator trauma. Tune in to part three as Drs. Gadson, Hoard, and Shirley reflect on what’s next ...

Two White Men and A Black Woman on Knowing, Being Known, and Trusting with Dr. Paul Hoard and Dr. Doug Shirley - Part 2

October 15, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 21 MB

Dr.  Paul Hoard and Dr. Doug Shirley join the podcast today for part two of the discussion on knowing, being known, and trusting.  Both Dr.  Hoard and Dr. Shirley are associate professors of counseling psychology at The Seattle School. Today, they continue to delve into conversation with Dr. Gadson on building relationships across differences, discussing collective shame, and identifying perpetrator trauma. Tune in to part two of this episode as these three reflect on their lived and shar...

Two White Men and A Black Woman on Knowing, Being Known, and Trusting with Dr. Paul Hoard and Dr. Doug Shirley

October 08, 2023 19:00 - 49 minutes - 26 MB

Dr.  Paul Hoard and Dr. Doug Shirley join the podcast today. Both Dr.  Hoard and Dr. Shirley are associate professors of counseling psychology at The Seattle School. Today, they engage conversation with Dr. Gadson on building relationships across differences, discussing collective shame, and identifying perpetrator trauma. Tune in to part one of this episode as these three reflect on their lived and shared experiences as they have leaned into the processes of developing trust,  knowing, ...

From Belonging to Betrayal with Dr. Jemar Tisby

September 24, 2023 22:00 - 59 minutes - 40.5 MB

Historian, author, speaker  - Dr. Jemar Tisby - joins the podcast today. Dr. Jemar Tisby shares his lived experiences and the emotional effects of realizing when he did not belong, especially in the church.  Dr. Tisby recounts how he was introduced to Jesus and the positive encounters he experienced in his formative years. We engage dialogue to honor the emotional aspects of Dr. Tisby’s story as he delves into the feeling of betrayal he experienced and endured. It is because of those pre...

Every Season Sacred with Kayla Craig

September 17, 2023 22:00 - 41 minutes - 22 MB

Author, writer, podcast host - Kayla Craig - joins the podcast today. Kayla discusses her new book, “Every Season Sacred”.  In this book, Kayla invites parents to attend to their own souls and also to their own family’s flourishing. With tender curiosity and contemplative wisdom, “Every Season Sacred " is a weekly invitation to grow spiritually alongside our children. Inside this beautifully and brilliantly written book, Kayla blends thoughtful musings and practical resources that meets ...

The Church As An Educational Refuge Part 2

September 04, 2023 23:00 - 18 minutes - 9.13 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to discuss the church being a refuge for those who are victims of psychological abuse.   Focusing on the facts that Avery Neal reported in her article “Identifying Psychological Abuse”, Dr. Gadson discusses how the church should step into conversations on psychological abuse.   Dr. Gadson discusses the cycle of abuse to help individuals determine if these relational dynamics are present in their relationships.  Tune in to this episode as we imagine an...

The Church As an Educational Refuge from Psychological Abuse

August 28, 2023 00:00 - 22 minutes - 11 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to discuss the church being a refuge for those who are victims of psychological abuse.  Focusing on the facts that Avery Neal reported in her article “Identifying Psychological Abuse”, Dr. Gadson discusses how the church should step into conversations on psychological abuse.  If the church does not raise awareness on psychological abuse, she could potentially cultivate the environment that allows psychological abuse to thrive. The church can be refug...

Faith and Mental Health with Phil Allen, Jr.

August 20, 2023 23:00 - 58 minutes - 31.6 MB

Author and Film maker, Phil Allen, Jr.  joins the podcast today. Phil’s most recent book - “The Prophetic Lens” - highlights both the prophetic potential of the camera and the context of Blackness as a liminal existence amid a context dominated by whiteness. On this episode, Phil discusses how he has experienced a “beloved community” within the church.  Phil draws from his years of experience as a pastor and his healing journey from generational trauma to guide us in how congregations can...

What Does This Mean? Defining and Recognizing Psychological Abuse

August 06, 2023 23:00 - 32 minutes - 16.7 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to discuss "what does it mean" for  the Church to be witnesses for Jesus.  She further discusses the topic of psychological abuse and how the church can be a refuge for those who are victims of psychological abuse.  Did you know that psychological abuse is the most prevalent form of intimate partner abuse? And that half of Americans have experienced emotional abuse by a partner in their lifetime?  The Church has an opportunity to witness by being a ref...

What Does this Mean? The Church as Refuge from Psychological Abuse

July 23, 2023 22:00 - 15 minutes - 8.33 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson further reflects on Pentecost and what does it mean for the Church to be witnesses for Jesus. We continue to frame our discussion from Acts 2:12 while considering how does it look for the church to be a refuge, reflecting God as The Refuge found in Psalm 46:1. Specifically, Dr. Gadson addresses how should the church witness to victims of psychological and verbal abuse.  She focuses on victims within these abusive relationships and marriages who are at times ill a...

Church Hurt Interview on Jude 3 Podcast with Lisa Fields

July 16, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutes - 31.5 MB

Today’s episode is a replay of a conversation between Dr. Gadson and Lisa Fields on the Jude 3 Podcast. This episode was originally published in 2019. Lisa Fields invited Dr. Gadson to engage in a discussion on Church Hurt. The catalyst for the conversation surrounded comments made by Megan Good about church hurt and the reasons she did not attend church. Tune in to hear our thoughts during that time on church hurt. Lisa Fields is doing a phenomenal job in apologetics through the Jude 3 ...

Church Hurt with Pastor Jerome Gay

July 02, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 23.7 MB

Pastor and Author, Pastor Jerome Gay, joins the podcast today. Pastor Gay is the pastor of Vision Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. He is also the author of “Church Hurt: Holding the Church Accountable and Helping Hurt People Heal”, “The Whitewashing of Christianity”, and “Renewal".  He also has written a children’s book, “Talking To Your Children About Race”. Pastor Gay discusses his most recent book “Church Hurt”.  In his book, he defines “church hurt” and “spiritual abuse”, terms tha...

Sheila Wise Rowe: Faith and Mental Health

June 25, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 27.7 MB

Speaker,  author, spiritual director, trauma therapist - Sheila Wise Rowe - joins the podcast today. Sheila is the author of two books, “Healing Racial Trauma” and “Young, Gifted, and Black:  A Journey of Lament and Celebration”. Sheila discusses her work in South Africa, starting a group home for women, working with church leaders, and other individuals after the abolishment of Apartheid. She discusses the parallels of working in South Africa and the Unites States, returning in 2016 whe...

A Father’s Love and Discipline

June 18, 2023 23:00 - 14 minutes - 7.87 MB

Happy Father’s Day 2023! On this episode, Dr.  Gadson reflects on Proverbs 3:12.  She elaborates on how God our Father loves us and disciplines us. In this verse, we see God’s love is compared to the love of a father who disciplines and delights in his children. This episode is to encourage the fathers who are doing the unmovable, persistent, and  unwavering work of holding the line loving the children and disciplining them at the same time, even when they hear the difficult words “you d...

What Does This Mean? Wait

June 12, 2023 00:00 - 16 minutes - 8.94 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to reflect on Pentecost and what does it mean for us as witnesses for Jesus on behalf of His bridegroom, the Church. Today, she reflects on the mandate to wait found in Luke 24:48-49. Dr. Gadson considers the wisdom found in the command to wait until one is empowered from on high.  She imagines how this command can guide the members of the church to become equipped BEFORE going out to witness to those who have been  hurt by the church,  Tune in to thi...

What Does This Mean? Pentecost and the Church

June 04, 2023 23:00 - 14 minutes - 8.22 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson reflects on Pentecost 2023.  She looks at Acts 2;12, 38 and ponders the question “what does this mean” for us in 2023.  Today’s focus looks at the church and the complicated relationship so many hold with the church.  Dr. Gadson asks us to ponder the question “what does this mean” in today’s climate concerning the church. She discusses  how might we be witnesses during this day and time when we receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.  In the day of much church hurt...

The Collective Trauma and Healing of the Church with Wendell Moss

May 21, 2023 22:00 - 52 minutes - 28.7 MB

Trauma therapist, Wendell Moss joins the podcast today.  Wendell also works with the Allender Center in Seattle, Washington where he hosts conferences on racial and collective trauma.  Wendell shares his lived experiences with abuse and addiction. He discusses how he felt called to heal others from his own place of healing and redemption.  Wendell recounts how coming face to face with his trauma gave him insight on how generational and collective trauma exist.  Tune in to this episode to ...

As A Mother Comforts

May 14, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes - 8.98 MB

Happy Mother’s Day 2023!  Today’s episode is a replay of  Dr. Gadson’s 2022 Mother’s Day episode.  Heartaches abound today when there are so many various circumstances that wretch the hearts of mothers and those who desire to be mothers.  Tune in to this episode to reflect on how God the Comforter mothers all of us.  Information for Dr. Gadson https://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/ Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”: https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%2...

The Church and Mental Health - Post Pandemic Thoughts with Dr. Michael Lyles

May 07, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 18.7 MB

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  We will begin this month with an interview with Atlanta-based psychiatrist, Dr. Michael Lyles. Dr. Lyles follows up from a previous podcast conversation recorded during the pandemic. He gives his perspective on three years into/after the pandemic and the state of the church and mental health.  Dr. Lyles discusses how the church needs to be certain to attune to its congregants, especially in areas of loneliness.  And how church leadership needs to mod...

Relational Insights with the Rich Young Ruler

May 01, 2023 00:00 - 20 minutes - 11.5 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to discuss the passage found in Mark 10:21-22 about the rich young ruler.  Today’s focus will be on the relational insights that emerge from this passage.  Dr. Gadson establishes that the relationship between Jesus and the rich young ruler is established in love. Jesus looks at the young rich ruler in love and makes a difficult request of him.  She reiterates how culture has confounded love to mean only good feelings and pleasantries. And if anyone, in...

An Earth Day message: Becoming Groundskeepers and Grounded

April 23, 2023 20:00 - 33 minutes - 18.1 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses how we should honor the ground and become groundskeepers as we reflect on Earth Day 2023.  She discusses Genesis 2:4-6 to highlight how God provided for the ground before there was rain. Before God caused shrubs and plants to grow, He created man to work the ground.  Dr. Gadson invites us to consider how tending to the ground grounds us and can reduce stress, anxiety, and lighten our moods. She discusses the adverse effects of global warming and how it ...

Love: Dismayed and Grievous

April 16, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutes - 15 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson continues to examine the passage found in Mark 10:21-22 viewed from an emotional perspective.  Dr. Gadson focuses on how in today’s culture, love can be equated to only good and positive feelings.  There is a rush to question or cancel a relationship if we are left feeling uncomfortable.  Also, we discuss how we decide what Jesus may or may not ask of us to do. From an emotional perspective, we are thinking Jesus would not ask us to do things that cause us to be...

The Same Love

April 09, 2023 22:00 - 6 minutes - 3.69 MB

Happy Resurrection Day!  On this episode, Dr. Gadson reminds us that the same love we are celebrating  today is the same unconditional love that Jesus looked at the rich young ruler with while asking him to sell all of his possessions.  As we celebrate the sacrifice Jesus made for us, let us remember there are times He will also ask us to make sacrifices. Tune in to this episode to be encouraged to cultivate a deep relationship with Jesus. It is the hope we have in HIM, that sustains us t...

Jesus Looked and Loved

April 03, 2023 02:00 - 10 minutes - 5.94 MB

Happy Palm Sunday! On this episode,  Dr. Gadson discusses how love has been co—opted and reduced to only good feelings.  She discusses Mark 10:21-22 to illustrate how following Jesus might involve Him asking us to do some difficult things that leave us dismayed. As we enter Holy Week, Dr. Gadson gives us a few points to ponder this week. Tune in to this episode to consider how we can miss the loving looks given to us by Jesus and others because what we hear might cause us to be dismaye...

Love Can with Quina Aragon

March 26, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes - 24.8 MB

Author, editor, and spoken word artist - Quina Aragon - joins the podcast today. Quina discusses her most recent children’s book, “Love Can:  A Story of God’s Superpower Helper”, the third in a three part series of children’s books. Quina shares intimately about her desire to write for those who may not be able to put words to their own experiences and to offer them hope . Whether that is children, or the child part in adults, she brings everyone through her writing to the simplest of me...

Strong Like Water with Aundi Kobler

March 19, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 25.1 MB

Author and trauma therapist- Aundi Kobler - joins the podcast today. Aundi visits the podcast again and discusses her most recent book, "Strong Like Water", where she  discusses how we survive by being "the strong one".  She  shares  how hard it was to receive support when everyone recognizes that she “has it all together". Aundi describes three types of strength and talks about the “flow of strength".  She helps us to understand the fluidity of strength and how all these parts are valid a...

By This Time - Avoidances

March 12, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutes - 15.7 MB

On this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses how avoidance hinders our development- spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and physically.  We revisit our discussion from last week to further understand what factors prevent situations from happening  “by this time”.  Dr. Gadson evaluates the words “lazy” and “dull to hearing" to understand how our spiritual developmental journey can be hindered by our avoidances and reluctances.  These might be rooted in our physical and mental developmental jou...

By This Time! Three Years

March 06, 2023 01:00 - 19 minutes - 11 MB

On this podcast, Dr. Gadson returns celebrating three years for the podcast! She also discusses how God has expectations for us “by this time”. Dr. Gadson expounds upon Hebrews 5:12-14 and points out to us that God expects us to move from milk to solid food. He expects us to participate in our development from being inexperienced to being more mature. In this passage, God expects us to be able to discern between good and evil.  She invites us to look at ourselves and examine what keeps us ...

Emotional Awareness in the Black Church: A Pastoral Perspective with Pastor Watson Jones

January 29, 2023 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

Today’s episode highlights another aspect of what we do and why. We review this episode with Pastor Watson Jones III about his pastoral perspective on emotional awareness in the Black Church. Pastor Jones shares from his extensive experience as a pastor on how he has intentionally cultivated an emotionally healthy atmosphere in the Black Church from the pulpit. He shares how he has used tools from his own emotional journey to assist in cultivating an emotionally healthy church environmen...

The Church and Mental Health with Dr. Michael Lyles

January 22, 2023 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

We continue our posture of reflecting on what we do and why. Today, we are reviewing this podcast episode with Atlanta-based psychiatrist, Dr. Michael Lyles, as he discusses the mental health needs of the church pre- and post pandemic. This conversation with Dr. Lyles highlights our call to counsel the church at the intersection of faith and mental health.  Dr. Lyles discusses the need for the church to prepare for the mental health needs of the members in today’s society. He emphasizes ...

Faith and Mental Health with Shundria Riddick

January 15, 2023 22:00 - 42 minutes - 24.9 MB

Happy New Year! Although we are several days into the New Year, we have taken much time to reflect.  We typically do not rush to make resolutions (if at all).  We instead take a posture to write and reflect. As it relates to this podcast, we have reflected on what we do and why.  Reviewing this podcast episode with our previous guest Shundria Riddick reminds us of the work we do at the intersection of faith and mental health. Shundria is a licensed professional counselor who reminds us ...

Deeply Troubled and Afraid: The Lord is With Us

December 18, 2022 23:00 - 14 minutes - 8.2 MB

We continue to focus on the Spirit of Christmas during this Advent season as we remember the hope we have in knowing the Lord has come.  In this episode, Dr. Gadson discusses another excerpt from the devotional “Reflections on the Life of Mary."   She focuses on the emotions expressed by Mary even after being told the Lord is with her.  Mary was deeply troubled and afraid when Gabriel greeted her. Isn’t it assuring to know that although we may not feel in the “Christmas spirit”, the Lord...

Reflections on the Life of Mary

December 11, 2022 19:00 - 13 minutes - 7.54 MB

As we continue in the Season of Advent, Dr. Gadson reviews her devotional booklet,“Reflections on the Life of Mary”.   In this devotional,  Dr. Gadson encourages us to remember the true meaning of the season of Advent.  We are encouraged to focus our hearts and minds on Jesus, Who is the Spirit of Christmas, as we reflect on the life of His mother, Mary.  Tune in to this episode as we look to this blessed woman, Mary. We will see how her youth, her yielding, and her yes has forever changed...

Reflections on the Life of Mary

December 11, 2022 19:00 - 13 minutes - 7.54 MB

As we continue in the Season of Advent, Dr. Gadson reviews her devotional booklet,“Reflections on the Life of Mary”.   In this devotional,  Dr. Gadson encourages us to remember the true meaning of the season of Advent.  We are encouraged to focus our hearts and minds on Jesus, Who is the Spirit of Christmas, as we reflect on the life of His mother, Mary.  Tune in to this episode as we look to this blessed woman, Mary. We will see how her youth, her yielding, and her yes has forever changed...

Eschatology and Emotions with Ekemini Uwan

December 05, 2022 00:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

This week we feature our previous podcast guest, Ekemini Uwan. Ekemini is a public theologian, podcast host, and author.  Ekemini has recently authored  “Truth’s Table:  Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation."  She also hosts a second podcast, "Get Into The Word” along with the popular podcast “Truth’s Table”. Ekemini is a critical theological and cultural thinker who has written for several publications including Hallmark Mahogany.  In this episode, Ekemini discusses the co...

Church Leadership: Innovating For Such A Time as This with Dr. Christina Edmondson

November 27, 2022 21:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

This week we feature our previous podcast guest, Dr. Christina Edmondson.  Dr. Edmondson is an author, speaker, consultant on leadership development, podcast host, and academician.  She has recently published two books:  “Faithful Antiracism” and “Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation." She has also co-hosted a second podcast entitled “Get Into the Word”.  Dr. Edmondson is a brilliant thinker who shared in this episode ways the Church must reimagine being the ...

Gratitude

November 20, 2022 21:00 - 19 minutes - 11.7 MB

We are replaying an episode from Dr. Gadson from November 2020. As we enter into the Thanksgiving week,  many of us try to intentionally focus on practicing gratitude.  Dr. Gadson shares how gratitude is not just a day, but a discipline.  Many people might be grappling with feeling thankful due to various circumstances in life. Dr. Gadson discusses how to cultivate a lifestyle and a heart of gratitude even during difficult circumstances. Information for Dr. Gadson: https://www.drmoniqu...

Gratitude

November 20, 2022 21:00 - 19 minutes - 11.7 MB

We are replaying an episode from Dr. Gadson from November 2020. As we enter into the Thanksgiving week,  many of us try to intentionally focus on practicing gratitude.  Dr. Gadson shares how gratitude is not just a day, but a discipline.  Many people might be grappling with feeling thankful due to various circumstances in life. Dr. Gadson discusses how to cultivate a lifestyle and a heart of gratitude even during difficult circumstances. Information for Dr. Gadson: https://www.drmoniqu...

Fostering Unity & Diversity in the Body of Christ with Dorena Williamson

November 13, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

This week we feature our previous podcast guest - Author and Speaker -  Dorena Williamson. Dorena has written several books for children. She has written “Crowned with Glory”, “The Celebration Place”, and most recently, “Brown Baby Jesus". In this episode, Dorena discussed how the Body of Christ must reflect the diversity of all the members.  She shares from her extensive experience as an overseer of a diverse church plant founded with her husband. Dorena gives practical advice on how ea...

What’s next? Living Beyond the Death of Your Child by Suicide with Leticia Adams

November 06, 2022 21:00 - 42 minutes - 25.1 MB

This week we feature  our previous podcast guest,  Leticia Adams.  Leticia has written a book entitled, “Our Lady of Hot Messes”.  In this book, Leticia discusses how she realized she has the power to choose to remain a hot mess or to clean up her life.   In this episode, Leticia discusses dealing with the death of her son, Anthony, by suicide.  Leticia shares personal reflections of healing from her childhood traumas while also holding space to grieve and honor her son’s life.  She disco...

What’s next? Living Beyond the Death of Your Child by Suicide with Leticia Adams

November 06, 2022 21:00 - 42 minutes - 25.1 MB

This week we feature  our previous podcast guest,  Leticia Adams.  Leticia has written a book entitled, “Our Lady of Hot Messes”.  In this book, Leticia discusses how she realized she has the power to choose to remain a hot mess or to clean up her life.   In this episode, Leticia discusses dealing with the death of her son, Anthony, by suicide.  Leticia shares personal reflections of healing from her childhood traumas while also holding space to grieve and honor her son’s life.  She disco...

Finding Hope in A Dark Place with Dr. Clarence Shuler

October 23, 2022 19:00 - 28 minutes - 14.9 MB

Author, Speaker, Relationship and Life Coach, Dr. Clarence Shuler, joins the podcast today.   Dr. Shuler discusses his latest book, "Finding Hope in A Dark Place” .  He recounts his experiences with depression and numerous disappointments in life.  Dr. Shuler also talks about how he decided to write this book and invite Dr. Gadson to co-author with him.  Be encouraged as Dr Shuler invites others to consider the Dark as a sacred place because God is there with us.  Information for Dr. Clar...

Finding Hope in A Dark Place with Dr. Clarence Shuler

October 23, 2022 19:00 - 28 minutes - 14.9 MB

Author, Speaker, Relationship and Life Coach, Dr. Clarence Shuler, joins the podcast today.   Dr. Shuler discusses his latest book, "Finding Hope in A Dark Place” .  He recounts his experiences with depression and numerous disappointments in life.  Dr. Shuler also talks about how he decided to write this book and invite Dr. Gadson to co-author with him.  Be encouraged as Dr Shuler invites others to consider the Dark as a sacred place because God is there with us.  Information for Dr. Clar...

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