finding community

Sarah Bessey's latest book is Field Notes for the Wilderness. And telling you that it is my favorite book I’ve ever read is no exaggeration. I love this book. It’s full of grace and love and welcome. I could go on and on. You need to get it. Like right now and then pull up a chair in front of the fire with a warm cup and go deep into the beauty and wonder of Sarah’s writing.

In this episode, Sarah Bessey discuss her journey of evolving faith and new book "Field Notes for the Wilderness." Bessey shares her experience of faith deconstruction as disorienting but empowering, finding support through community. She emphasizes that God's love is present even in our doubts.

She  explores practices for cultivating wonder in daily life through embodiment, Scripture and relationships. They discuss reclaiming repentance as a mind shift rather than shame, and peacemaking as justice work over status quo. Sarah reflects on navigating differing faith journeys in marriage through choosing each other.

Ultimately, Sarah encourages listeners in the wilderness to embrace their identity and find community, even if it means leaving old spaces. She recommends embracing the invitations of the Spirit and knowing you're not alone. This conversation provides wisdom and hope for those navigating spiritual transformation and an evolving faith.

Sarah Bessey is the author or editor of five books, including the New York Times bestseller A Rhythm of Prayer. She also leads Evolving Faith, a conference and online community for people who are reimagining their faith with hope. Bessey lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, with her husband and their four children.

Sarah's Book:
Field Notes for the Wilderness

Sarah's Recommendations:
Black Liturgies by Cole Arthur Riley
Have a Beautiful, Terrible Day by Kate Bowler

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God – in His divine wisdom and foresight – understood our innate need for community and provided a solution: The Church! It's in the context of a church that you're able to experience the power, freedom, love, and strength God intends for you to have. And that's because there is enormous power available to you when you're in a community.

Today I encourage you to find your passion again because if we don't do the things that light us up, then life really starts to drag you down.

But when we do, that thing we love to do, that thing that brings us joy... well, that joy spills over to other areas of our life and those that are a part of it.

Join me today as I share about some of my passions and the wonderful paths that opened up for me when I decided to follow them.

And if you are looking for more love and support in this new year, come join our community over at www.jodymyciak.com

The career path of Ebehi Ijewere has not been easy, however—by trusting her instincts—Ebehi has found herself as an architect at Jacobs and host of the Layers of Design podcast. Ebehi grew up in Lagos, Nigeria where her creative influences were her mother and aunt who was an architect. These influences pushed her to move to the U.S. at the age of 17 for college.

Being an international student presented itself as a bit of a barrier after college as Ebehi applied for jobs. This led her to feel alone, but it also encouraged her to search for others having similar struggles. Finally through a connection, Ebehi landed her first job in architecture, but it never seemed fulfilling. Ebehi realized she wanted more than just any architecture job—she wanted one that truly valued her contributions.

This led her to rely heavily on her instincts—not being afraid to leave jobs that don't seem to be the right fit. It's admirable when people recognize a particular job is not enriching them and have the courage to move on. This is what led her to Jacobs, into a role where she truly feels valued. Ebehi encourages others not to ignore that feeling when "something isn't working."

Ebehi's story is an important reminder that you must seek out work cultures that empower you.

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In this special 100th episode, I reflect on the journey that brought us here and discuss the exciting changes ahead. From uncertainty to achievement, embracing change, and staying faithful, we stand at the threshold of a new chapter. With gratitude for YOU, my listeners, and a commitment to continue inspiring change-makers, I look ahead to the exciting evolution of the podcast in 2024.

Join me as I navigate the path beyond 100 episodes and dive into what the future holds for the She Impacts Culture podcast, making an impact and building God's Kingdom, one episode at a time. Beyond 100: Embracing Change and Growth.

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Dr. Jen Bennett is a driven visionary communicator who has a unique way of connecting with her audience. She enjoys teaching, leading, and building and is committed to helping others be successful. As the Hodson Endowed Faculty of Entrepreneurship at Indiana Wesleyan University, Jen equips college students to “seek the welfare of the city” through their entrepreneurial ventures and to lead with influence to impact culture for Christ.​

Jen has consulted various entrepreneurs, small business owners, ministries, organizations, and college students in social media, personal branding, marketing, and public relations. She is the author of the book #BeWorthFollowing: How to be Different and Influence People in a Crowded Social World and host of the She Impacts Culture podcast, a podcast for trailblazing, faith-based women who want to lead with influence and impact culture for Christ. 

If our community is going to continue to grow and get better, than it's going to require one key component from each of us who calls Meta Church "home": SACRIFICE.

Constantin Morun was raised in Eastern Europe during the communist era and moved to Canada at the age of 17 to pursue the "American Dream" yet found himself grappling with vulnerabilities and the struggle to remain authentic.
Working as a Sr. Account Technology Strategist with Microsoft, Constantin has successfully developed and executed digital transformation strategies for customers, maximizing the ROI of their technology investments and ensuring continued growth. And now with 15 years of experience in personal and professional development, he has honed his skills as a Holistic Life Empowerment Mentor & Coach, providing invaluable guidance and support to those seeking to unlock their full potential.
As the host of Unleash Thyself podcast, Constantin has created a platform that inspires and empowers individuals from all walks of life, fostering a sense of connection and shared learning.

https://unleashthyself.com/