Finding Family: Overcoming Mentorship Barriers

Finding Family: Overcoming Mentorship Barriers

In this second part of our "Finding Family" series, Pastor Mariana Wakefield continues the conversation with Denise Carlson, Patty Hoppe, and Jessica Larkin. While the first part laid the foundation for spiritual motherhood and daughterhood, this episode dives into the messy reality of why these relationships can be difficult to start or maintain. The group explores the common barriers; from unspoken expectations and "savior complexes" to generational stereotypes. They discuss how to navigate them with humility, empathy, and clear communication.

Failure and Baseball

KJ, Nate, Jenny, and Stetson talk about the trap of performance and productivity in this week's episode.

Finding Family Through Motherhood

On this Mother's Day episode, Mariana Wakefield sits down with Cindy Chavez, Janna Clark and Kaja Goetzel, as they each share the joys and frustrations of motherhood as well as how to support one another on this incredible journey in life.

Finding Family: Bridging the Generational Gap

Pastor Mariana Wakefield sits down with Denise Carlson, Patty Hoppe, and Jessica Larkin to discuss how younger and older women can find purpose through "spiritual coverage." They explore the value of organic, informal mentorship that moves at the pace of curiosity rather than a rigid program.4

Finding Family through Hesed

KJ, Shane, and Mariana dive into the Hebrew word hesed, exploring what happens when love stops being just a feeling and becomes a deep, non-transactional commitment. They discuss how this sacrificial love acts as the true heart of God, showing up brightest when times are the hardest.