A Glimpse of the Feminine

When Inclusion Meets Faith: Practical Steps for Churches

Host Tracy explores how churches can meaningfully welcome and support individuals and families with special needs, combining personal experience, Scripture, and practical accommodations. She covers empathy, leadership education, sensory-friendly spaces, clear communication, volunteer support, and simple, low-cost ways congregations of any size can build belonging. Also a preview of next week’s book review of From Genesis to Junia. Scripture referenced in this week's episode: Psalm 139 ESV copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles Resources in this week's episode: https://youtu.be/j_3ZivELc48?si=8qkeqKH8zlDgs2TX [https://youtu.be/j_3ZivELc48?si=8qkeqKH8zlDgs2TX] ; Joe Butler, Ability Tree Ministries focusonthefamily.com - "When Disabilities Aren't Welcome at Church" by Natalie Maxwell influencemagazine.com -Spirit-empowered principles for every level of church leadership

A Helping Hand, Loving and Helping Survivors of Domestic Violence

Today we're discussing DV, and practical ways the church can support and help survivors.   Resources: The article, "Here's How Your Church can Help Survivors of DV" by Maryclare Beche http://sojo.net [http://sojo.net] National DV hotline: 1-800-799-7233; Text BEGIN to 88788; thehotline.org chrurchcares.com -- Free online study, "Becoming a Church that Cares Well for the Abused" ccef.org -- Articles and resources for DV survivors and churches.  LeslieVernick.com cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/index.html safeaustin.org/The-violent-reality-of-strangulation

Uncharitable Faith vs. Loving Like Jesus

Today we're going to talk about the importance of not judging those who look, think or believe differently than we do. How did Jesus treat people? How do we emulate him? Are we willing for our churches to be safe spaces for those who have been hurt or marginalized?   Scriptures referenced in today's episode taken from the English Standard Version copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles Luke 6:37-38 John 12:47 Romans 2:1-5.

Pray or Do? Sharing Our Faith

Today I'll be talking about how we share our faith. We'll touch on Calvinism vs. Arminianism, and not needing a "formula" to share our faith.  Scriptures shared in today's episode: John 10:27-30 Ephesians 2:1-10 Hebrews 6:1-6 Scriptures from The English Standard Version, copyright 2001, by Crossway Bibles.

Always Be Humble and Kind

Today we explore being humble and kind and the importance of apologies.