In August 2021, I started my podcast “Be an Encourager” 1 year after the pandemic, after watching so many videos of individuals asking for prayers or supports, because they had either lost a loved one, family members, children or they themselves were suffering from the aftermath of the pandemic. So, amidst all the chaos that was happening around the world, God motivated and instilled in me an idea to bring words of comfort to people. Through encouragement and bringing other believers to share their own words of encouragement on different topics that can edify all the viewers. I was able to successfully interview some amazing guest from Louisiana who spoke on youth and dating, relationships. Another guest from Georgia Kingdom voice, spoke about finding your voice to speak as podcaster, and from Georgia a worship prayer intercessor who spoke one occassion on the different types of prayers and on another occassion on Domestic Violence. We were also honored to have another guest; who is a pastor from South Africa who spoke on the topic of forgiveness, and writer from UK who written several books in the UK, who spoke on storytelling and her scientific and medical research of dementia. From Florida I was able to interview a business owner who owns a tea company and lastly from Connecticut a personal trainer and business owner who spoke about his testimony and business start up. I will be starting the podcast again in March 1, 2024 and hope to interview more new people. 

The Podcast mission is to first glorify our Lord and savior Jesus Christ by speaking words of life to others that will help them not only become closer to God, but keep their faith, maintain hope, conquer fear, and also hear amazing stories from others who have overcome their own challenges. Anyone interested in being a guest, send me an email with a short bio and a topic of interest at [email protected] 

March 12, 2024, will be the first Episode 

Looking for guest speakers 

Anyone who is interested send me a short bio 

I will send you information on calendar, topics, and agenda

via email, Facebook Msg.  

1st Podcast for 2024

I had the pleasure to interview our first guest for 2024, Toni Lashaum Wortherly singer, songwriter, speaker, author, and educator. Toni will share a little bit about her background, how she became a Christian, and then will go unto discussing the topic for today which is mental health and anxiety and at the end Toni will share some words of encouragement.

Here is the link to spotify

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/iFH2umJq7Ib

2nd Podcast for 2024

Part 1 & 2 

I have the pleasure to interview our second podcast guest for 2024, Kristina Jones, speaker, author, and educator who is also a believer of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Kristina “Transparency Jones- is passionate about helping young girls, women acknowledge and heal from trauma and sexual abuse, as she continues her journey of Redemption and Recovery. Kristina enjoys writing poetry and spoken words. Kristina released her first book titled, “Suppressed Wounds: Redemption and Recovery” in March 2022. She recounts her life experiences of being sexually abused from age 3, to battling the effects of trauma, learning how to survive and now to thriving with the help of the Holy Spirit. Kristina will share a little bit about her background, how she became a Christian, and then will go unto discussing the topic for today “The Effects of Childhood Trauma & Sexual Abuse “at the end Kristina will share some words of encouragement with all listeners.  

Here is her link to her Linktree : https://linktr.ee/jones_k For booking, please use the LinkTree (Thank You) This is Kristina story on how she overcame and is overcoming childhood and adulthood sexual trauma. Suppressed Wounds Redemption and Recovery: http://tinyurl.com/suppressedwoundsbook Also, Kristina and her husband, Diamond Jones, released a children's book titled, "Did You Know That GOD Made You Special?", January 2024. Now available on Amazon! Here is the Link: http://tinyurl.com/MadeByGOD  

Here is the link for Spotify 

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/u6M46jwr7Ib

3rd Podcast for 2024

I have the pleasure to interview our Third guest for 2024, Daisy Papp, Daisy is a coach, writer, speaker, and educator. Daisy has an extensive background in psychology and other modalities from world-renowned psychologist, neuroscientist, and leaders in the coaching industry. Daisy has helped many individuals, couples, athletes, world champions, groups, small businesses, and Forbes 500 companies over the span of four continents. And her books have been sold in over 50 countries. Daisy will share a little bit about her background and then we will go into discussing the topic for today which is the 5+2 Formula & assessment tool. Daisy will speak on how it applies for both youth and adults. And at the end of the podcast, Daisy will share some words of encouragement for all the young people and all the viewers. Here are the links to obtain more information: www.humanism.global www.daisypapp.com www.selfrecoding.com www.baldandblonde.live Data: Based on Ypulse News Consumption& Trust survey/North America 5/9/2023 -5/15/2023 Nationally. Ages 13–30-year-olds in US. And Canada. Today many youths struggle with many different issues, like bullying, uncertainty, and many other issues. In 2023 Based on Ypulse News Consumption& Trust survey for North America, teens between the ages of 13-17 reported that Technology over dependence and addiction as number 1 and top of their problems. The 2. Lack of acceptance, and respect. 3. Inflation and cost of living. 4. climate change, 5. bullying, 6. gun violence 7. Mental Health problems, 8. Crime, violence, insecurity and 9. substance addiction and at number 10. Lack of social skills. There is also a new phenomenon emerging which is not included in this report and that is teen dating violence, which according to Youth.gov an estimated 1-in 10 teens will experience dating violence.

The spotify link 

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/m4Xq6Y4r7Ib

4th Podcast for 2024

I have the pleasure to interview our fourth guest for 2024, Angie Aranda, she is a Decluttering Specialist, Professional Organizer, and Owner of We’re Simply Organized. This is a passion role, as Angie strives to provide busy moms with decluttering and organizing systems based on their individual organizing style. Angie is a wife and mother and, most recently, an author. Angie will share a bit about her background, how she became a Christian, and then will go unto discussing the topic for today which “Why is decluttering not only unhealthy in the physical but also spiritually as well” and at the end Angie will share words of encouragement to our viewers. You can find more information, sign up for Angie’s newsletter, and purchase her “30-Day We’re Simply Organized Decluttering Journal” on Angie’s website: www.weresimplyorganized.com For speaking engagements or decluttering and organizing project work, please reach out to [email protected]. "Clutter is a manifestation of a) holding onto the past and b) fear of what might happen in the future." 

 "Decluttered spaces invites us to think more deeply about what we really need and want in our lives." Quotes by Leo Babauta https://organized31.com

Spotify link:

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/qcC6arls7Ib

5th Podcast for 2024, 

I had the pleasure to interview our fifth podcast guest, Sarah A. Jacobson, who transitioned from educator and school administrator to online Christian Business Coach, speaker, and podcaster. Sarah loves helping other passionate, faith driven women to say yes to God's invitation for them to uncover their purpose and active their calling so that they can use their God given skills, abilities to build an online coaching business of their own. The best place to connect with Sarah is on Instagram www.instagram.com/dotherightwork email: [email protected] If you would like a free business audit, you can sign up at: www.dotherightwork.com/audit

Spotify Link: 

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/NFkdxbCs7Ib

6th Podcast for 2024

I have the pleasure to interview our Sixth guest for 2024, Rev. Lenita Reeves who is the founder of Purpose House Christian Counseling, Rev. Reeves is doctoral candidate in Christian Counseling, an ordained pastor, and a member of the National Christian Counselors Association. She has over a decade of counseling experience as an associate pastor, lead pastor and professional counselor. Rev. Reeves has taught biblical counseling strategies at numerous conferences; and has authored books and articles on biblical counseling topics. Rev Reeves also teaches counseling and ministry at a national and international level. Rev Reeves is also a former educator, with a master’s degree in education and has seen marriages, sexual abuse, and depression healed through her counseling ministry. Amongst many other accomplishments, Rev Reeves has authored the book entitled, “Breaking the Silence: The Journey from Rape to Redemption.” I was not able to upload the complete video here for some reason, I tried several times. I uploaded a 10-minute part of the video.  

April 2024 is Sexual Assault Awareness Month If you or anyone you know is at risk of rape, or has recently experienced being raped, please report it to the authorities right away. There is a national network of community-based rape crisis centers and local organizations. Contact the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 800-656-4673.    

Rev Lenita Reeves contact information Rev. Lenita Reeves, Founder PurposeHouse Ministries International PurposeHouse Biblical Counseling Phone: (410) 497-7446 Web: ⁠www.purposehousechristiancounseling.org⁠ Vimeo: ⁠http://vimeo.com/purposehousecounseling⁠ Facebook: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/christiancounselingservice⁠ Twitter: ⁠http://www.twitter.com/purposehouse⁠

Spotify link:

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/l9X8hj5s7Ib

7th Podcast for 2024

I have the pleasure to interview our 7th guest for 2024, Meet Liz Hronek-Hodnett, Wellness Coach for Busy Moms, a personal development coach specializing in empowering busy moms to conquer burnout, rediscover their passions, and create a life that aligns with their deepest aspirations. She is your guide to reclaiming joy and balance in the whirlwind of motherhood. With a proven track record, Liz has been featured in Good Morning America and People Magazine. She has assisted countless mothers in transcending overwhelm and transforming burnout into breakthroughs. The topic for today is “Overcoming burnout and putting yourself first” like the saying goes you can’t pour out of an empty glass until you replenish it.

To contact Liz

Liz Hronek-Hodnett

Wellness Coach for Busy Moms

Email: [email protected]

UTUBE: @LizHronekHodnett Wellness-Mindset-Lifestyle

For other parenting resources:

https://www.focusonthefamily.com

Family Christian

https://familychristian.com

Empowering Parents

httsps://www.empoweringparents.com

Book: Boundaries with Kids

How Healthy Choices Grow Healthy Children

By Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend

Spotify link:

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/lhWhgGht7Ib

8th Podcast for 2024

I had the pleasure to interview our 8th guest for 2024, Paris Cherry, originally from Boston, MA. Paris was born to parents both addicted to drugs and alcohol. Paris was taken from his parents by the state at 6 months old and given to his grandparents. Then at age 4 years old after his mother’s death and father’s incarceration, his grandparents gained full custody of him. Although Paris’s grandparents instill good values and faith in God, Paris struggled with issues of abandonment, rejection, anger, anxiety, and depression. During this time of his life, he received counseling but at the same time continued to struggle academically going from school to school. Until finally he discovered a passion and talent for the game of basketball. Basketball allowed Paris to connect with something that provided him with purpose and direction. Although Paris was one of the best players playing for one of the best high school teams. There was still something missing and Paris still struggled with emotional issues that soon led him to be kicked out of school, and from his grandparents’ home. But God had a plan for Paris and that was to turn his life around. Paris was recruited to a prestigious Basketball powerhouse and in 2000, Paris was named the best player in the state of New Hampshire then went on to play college basketball at Coppin St university in Baltimore MD. Fast forward, Paris served as a youth minister in Boston as director of Movement Ministries working with at risk and gang involved youth and as a community advocate. Currently Paris is a world respected NBA skills trainer and D-1 college coach who runs a Bible based basketball ministry. The Ministry program is called kingdom Hoops in Las Vegas Nevada. Paris will be sharing a little bit more about his story and how God continued to change his life. The title for this podcast is “When God has a plan, nothing can stop it.” We welcome Paris Cherry to this podcast.

Contact information:

[email protected]

Spotify link:

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/aivCwTyt7Ib

9th Podcast for 2024

I had the pleasure to interview our 9th guest for 2024, Stephanie Moore. Stephanie is a small business owner of Cornerstone Tea, a looseleaf tea company based in the Western North Carolina Mountains. Stephanie brings her tea to various events in the lower Southeast and is always available on her website cornerstoneteacompany.com. Stephanie husband of 5 years, Bryan, who is affectionately called “Mr. Tea Lady,” despite only moonlighting as her employee. Stepanie is known for her eagerness to talk about three things: Jesus, tea, and plants.” Stephanie will be sharing her testimony on how her business came to be which was a journey of God doing work in her heart and spilling outwards. The title for this podcast is “A Christian business experience is neither Prosperity nor Poverty Gospel”

Ebenezer Stone: "A stone of help" 1st Samuel 7:12 "Then Samuel too a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying thus far, "The Lord has helped us"

Contact information: Stephanie Moore https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonetea

Instagram:@cornerstoneteacompany

www.cornerstoneteacompany.com

Spotify link:

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Hx9DTbNt7Ib