CONNECTED Adventist

Camping is NOT my Final Home

The contrast of road tripping with the fam jam with road tripping on my own was MASSIVE. My family road trip taught a lot about Moses and the people of Israel. But more importantly, it revealed to me how comfortable we can become with the 'discomfort' of sin and how easy it is to remain comfortable by simply 'exisiting' and ignoring our mission and simultaniously not fulfilling the dreams for our life.

When God became my Enemy

When life kicks you around or your life isn't going in the direction you thought God was guiding you to go, it can be easy to think that God is against you.

Accountability

When no one you know is around, will you still make Christian choices? At times, in our spiritual journey, accountability from Christian friends and church family is the only safety net to keep us from falling. Sometimes, our relationship and love for God and His desiring to follow His will, isn't strong enough to keep us from going back to 'old' habits.

You're Invited to My 1st Birthday

Guys its been a YEAR since my first podcast was uploaded! I'm over flowing with gratitude. Lets relook are the CONNECTED journey so far and who has contributed to the CONNECTED Adventist Podcasts existence and how much I've learnt about myself, digital ministry and podcasting during these 12 months. Thank you for allowing me to walk this path with your weekly support!

Fishing for Fish Sticks- Kanye West & Christianity

Biblically, genuine conversion doesn't equate to conversion to Adventism. Conversion can never be verified by how 'Adventist' someone is. Expecting new, baby converts to eat 'solids' doesn't prove the authenticity of their conversion, what it does do, is create a life threatening, choking hazard out of the Biblical truths of Adventism.

The Fear of Proving That God Isn't Enough

We all have fears; spiders, heights, rejection, failing, the list goes on. But as Christian, one of the most haunting fears we may face, is proving that when all your dreams are shattered, and when those whom you depend on the most aren't around or they've failed you, what's next? Can you really turn to God and be at peace, content and emotionally satisfied with just you and God?

I Went Chasing Waterfalls

While on my road trip I couldn't work out what drew me to the beauty of hiking up a mountain to see the view from the peak and while my heart was equally drawn to the experience of descending down low to see the height of waterfalls. Little did I know what God would reveal to me in the contrast found in both!

Church Closing Down Sale

Businesses close down for many reasons, so do churches. Lets learn some basic business management principles that can help make our local church thrive and meet all our external goals.

Lady vs. the Tramp

Opposites attract. Within the local church and our denomination, 'opposites' need to be embraced and the individuality of our personality and gifts, are to empower us to bring something- only our individuality can bring to the table. Own your Divine given gifts, no matter how insignificant they may seem in your eyes.

The Gospel of Reforms

'Trust & Obey'. Trust comes before obedience for a reason. So too, the Gospel MUST come before reforms.

From Criminal to Minister ft. Loma Rome Ulia Pt.2

On this episode we look at the rest of Pr. Rome's journey to family, faith and ministry

From Criminal to Minister ft. Loma Rome Ulia Pt. 1

At times, when people with no faith in God, begin to seek for God's presence in their life, they often find, that God was there all along.

FOMO- Fear of Ministry & Outreach

Our fears of failure, inadequacy and rejection can cause us to miss out on the blessings that come with spiritual and personal growth through ministry and outreach.

The Conservative Feminist

Feminism can be a 'dirty' word among some Christians. On this episode, I'll discuss an area within the church structure, that I strongly believe needs to be fought for; the employment of women for full-time ministry. Our church AND Christianity, needs to address the lack of opportunity for women who have a yearning to be employed in full-time ministry but have no desire to be a Pastor.

Planting Connectivity ft. Camila Skaf

SEEDS Co Founder Camila Skaf, shares her journey of how her and her husband made the transition from a career in Financial investments to full-time ministry creating community connection, with their faith at the centre of all their projects.

Me, Myself & I ft. Me

The title speaks for itself lol

Laying Down the Cape of Perfection ft. Jelena

Jelena shares with the CONNECTED fam one of her most powerful outreach tools for sharing her faith with secular friends; being genuine

The Grass Isn't Always Greener at the Other Church

The grass may look greener at the other church for two reasons; its fake or they watered it.

Wilderness Pt. 5- The F Word

When I speak with broken people about the F word their responses are so varied. Not everyone wants to hear the f word in connection to their emotional trauma.

Wilderness Pt. 4- Identity, Validation & Boundaries

"The inferno of our brokenness can leave us burnt beyond recognition". When people experience brokenness through betrayal, rejection or abandonment, they often loose their value and worth in who God made them and the gifts of character that God blessed them with. Through an emotionally traumatic experience, we can become so guarded, that we are no longer the same person.

Stop! In the Name of Morality!

Citizens arrest, tackling thieves in the shopping mall, calling out sin; have you been faced with a situation where you stood back and watch a crime happen right in front of you, only to later realise you could have done something? Well, Kyle and I did too.

Wilderness Pt 3- It's My Fault

During painful and traumatic experiences in life, where there is betrayal and people letting us down, the hardest stage in forgiveness and restoration, is realising that in some situations, it took two to tango; everyone played their part in enabling the final outcome.

Pentecostal Pastor's Secret Prayer ft. Bruce Niyibitanga

Bruce is a young guy who just oozes Divine anointing. Join us as we journey with Bruce from his worldly days, to his love for the Scriptures and finally, the prayer his Pentecostal Pastor prayed that ultimately created a the path for Bruce and his whole Pentecostal congregation becoming Seventh-Day Adventists. Follow and support Bruce's youtube channel "The Sounding Trumpet" and find the 'Garden Cure' magazine on "The Sounding Trumpet's" Facebook page.

Wilderness Pt. 2 - Why Me?

Our personal wilderness will leave us with one question, 'why me?'. Most often, the answer to this painful question will be BLAME.

GoYe in to the Mind of a Board Game Creator

'GoYe' board game creator, Kyle Morrison from the 'Adventist on Fire' podcast, shares with us what its taken to create this strategical, ADVENTIST board game and how to WIN! You'll also find out about the other creative projects he has coming up, to make our life that little bit sweeter. Go to www.goye.games to find out how secure your very own copy

Wilderness Pt.1 - Reality

The truth hurts and reality isn't always the nicest picture. But there is one thing positive about seeing people for their true colours, it simultaneously shows you God's true colours too.

Pt. 3 The Spirituality of the 'Heathens'

Stage 3 of my break brought about a powerful reminder that we are spiritual beings and Christianity provides the one thing all other religions can't; unconditional and unwavering love, a constant sense of Divine belonging and epic security in uncertain times.

Pt.2: When Christianity Can't Withstand

I'll be sharing some critical lessons unbelievers taught me about overcoming trauma without Jesus.

Pt.1: Becoming an Adventist Atheist

I knew my 3 week break was going to take me to some dark places. The process of emotionally and psychologically working through a traumatic experience can be mentally tormenting and can often make us feel like we're drowning in negative thoughts and insecurities.

ADVENTISM: Mental Health Issues among Clergy & Church Leaders

The Bible is full of people called by God, to do great things who suffered with mental health issues.

SPARK: Expensive Trust, Cheap Loyalty

Trust is a 'mountain' we may only climb once.

ADVENTISM: The Greatest Disappointment about my Mother's Return

They say 'absence makes the heart grow fonder' but when disappointment is thrown in the mix it can make our heart wonder.

Getting Caught out as A FAKE!

At some point in our Christian walk, events and people will be used to test us in order to determine if we're 'fake Christians' or Christians willing to trust in God no matter how much you don't want to.

ADVENTISM: An Adventist Psychologist ft. Dr. Danzie

Dr. Danzie hosts the 'Adventist Reflections' podcast and came over to share his thoughts regarding Adventists considering a career in Psychology.

ADVENTISM: Cruisin Wit Da Independent

When the main focus in your Christian walk is to teardown the Church, you risk making your outreach all about converting the converted.

ADVENTISM: The Glory That Comes From Renovating

My house is a MESS! Renovation is not easy but its always worth it.

ADVENTISM: Christian Gardening ft. José Cortés

Rapid fire & Church Planing Wisdom with Pr. Jose Cortes

WORLD: NNSW Conference, Haystacks & Prayer Meeting ft. Charlie Grey

This episode we hear what a Non SDA experienced at her first e-v-e-r SDA event. Find out who stood out to her during the NNSW leadership conference of Seventh Day Adventist but most importantly, WHY!!

ADVENTISM: Battle of the Brands- Nike vs ASICS

How does fashion vs comfort fit within our church structure.

SPARK: Dangerous Drivers

Find out why some people speed past relationships, emotions and connection.

ADVENTISM: Puppy Training for the CHURCH!

While taking my dog for a walk I learnt many lessons in church leadership

C&C: Charlie and Cat Pt 1 Romans 8

WORLD: The Church I Pray I Had Ft. Charlie Grey

Mt. Isa COC, you guys are an absolute inspiration! Lessons from a prayer-filled and outreach focused small city church.

ADVENTISM: Pt2 Modesty- Let Me Explain...

Additional content to be listened to in conjunction with 'My Journey Back to Immodesty '

ADVENTISM: Pt 1 My Journey Back to Immodesty

Hi, my name is Catalina and I'm a backsliding dress reformer. Or am I?

ADVENTISM: Confessions of a Self-made Pharisee

Find out how my conversion turned into the 'faith of a pharisee'

WORLD: Dress Code: NO PANTS!

There are many things that can leave a negative impact on Non SDAs visiting our church. Let us be mindful to not let pants or anything for that matter, push people away from the beauty of the SDA message in conjunction with John 3:17

HOLY SPIRIT: App Store Foolishness

A glimpse in to how I become modern-day fool

ADVENTISM: SDA Jargon

Just for fun, I thought I'd see what a 7 & 8 year old thought of our SDA Babel

WORLD: What the Drug Lords Taught Me About Adventism

The Babel of the Adventist jargon can leave people more confused about our faith than they already were.