S1E5 | From Cancer to Calling: Lynn Pascale’s Story of Faith, Healing & Purpose

S1E6 | From Caregiver to Creator: Following God’s Nudge with Jennifer Hallman

Episode Summary In this inspiring conversation, Lara sits down with Jennifer Hallman, who shares how a season of caregiving, loss, and uncertainty led her into unexpected creativity and purpose. What began as simple handwritten cards of encouragement during a friend’s cancer journey grew into a children’s book, a creative ministry, and a calling to help others rediscover who God created them to be. Jennifer’s story is a powerful reminder that even in life’s hardest moments, God is still writing something beautiful—one step at a time.   Key Takeaways * You don’t have to have the full plan—just take the next step God puts in front of you * God often uses hard seasons to reveal new purpose * Creativity can be a form of healing and ministry * Small acts of encouragement (like a handwritten note) can have a lasting impact * Many of us lose sight of who we are—and part of the journey is rediscovering how God uniquely created us * The lies we believe about ourselves often hold us back more than anything else * It’s never too late to step into something new   Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.  For You If today’s conversation stirred something in you—maybe a dream you’ve set aside or a quiet nudge you’ve been ignoring—you’re not alone. You don’t have to figure it all out at once. Just take one small step. 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.FlourishwithLara.com [http://www.FlourishwithLara.com]   Connect with Jennifer Jennifer Hallman is an artist, author, and encourager who creates meaningful connections through handwritten cards, storytelling, and creative expression. Check out her beautiful children’s book How Mae Got Moxie! https://www.moxymae.com/ [https://www.moxymae.com/] Instagram: @maethebook   Closing Comment below and tell us what you have done, are doing, or want to do in your 50s and beyond. Let’s continue to encourage one another to Delight in Every Step.

S1E5 | From Cancer to Calling: Lynn Pascale’s Story of Faith, Healing & Purpose

Episode Summary In this powerful conversation, Lynn Pascale shares how a devastating pancreatic cancer diagnosis in her late 40s became a turning point that reshaped her entire life. At a time when her children were still young, she faced a 1–5% chance of survival and walked through intense surgery, treatment, and emotional and spiritual wrestling. In the middle of fear and exhaustion, she experienced a deep sense of God’s presence and promise over her life. What followed was not a return to “normal,” but a complete redirection of purpose. Lynn moved from traditional nursing into roles that integrated faith and care, including parish nursing and hospice work, where she became a bridge between physical healing and spiritual compassion. Her story reveals how suffering, though painful, became the very place where her calling was clarified. Today, Lynn reflects on a life marked by divine appointments, prayer, and everyday obedience. She encourages listeners to remain open to God’s leading, trust His timing, and recognize that purpose doesn’t end in midlife or beyond—it often deepens. Her journey is a reminder that even the hardest seasons can become a platform for impact and ministry. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.   For You Are you wondering if God can use your life experiences and move you into something new, no matter your age? I would be delighted to help you identify your next step! 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.FlourishwithLara.com [http://www.FlourishwithLara.com]   Closing Comment below and tell us what you have done, are doing, or want to do in your 50s and beyond. Let’s continue to encourage one another to Delight in Every Step.

S1E4 | Mentoring Across Generations: A Journey of Faith & Surrender with Ashley Stockard

Episode Summary In this meaningful conversation, Lara sits down with Ashley Stockard, who shares how a quiet nudge from God in her 50s led to creating a mentoring ministry impacting women across generations. Through seasons of surrender and learning to release control, Ashley began to see God’s fingerprints on her life and embrace how He uniquely created her. Lara and Ashley give practical guidance in listening to God’s voice and learning to follow Him, including identifying a “word of the year” and spending daily time with Him. This episode is a reminder that you don’t need the full plan. When you listen, take the next step, and show up as who God created you to be, He can do more than you imagine. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.   For You Do you have a dream in your heart, but don’t know what to do next? Or maybe you’re sensing that God has a purpose for you in this season that you can’t quite put your finger on. I would be delighted to help you identify your next step! 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.FlourishwithLara.com [http://www.FlourishwithLara.com] 👉 For more information on Six Types of Working Genius:    Connect with Ashley Stockard 🌐 www.guidedbygrace.net [http://www.guidedbygrace.net] Ashley is passionate about helping women of all ages build meaningful, Christ-centered relationships through mentoring and community. If you are in the Birmingham, Alabama area and are interested serving as a mentor or shepherd, click on the “Get Involved” button on the website!   Closing Comment below and tell us what you have done, are doing, or want to do in your 50s and beyond. Let’s continue to encourage one another to Delight in Every Step.

S1E3 | Purpose Never Expires: Kay Snipes on Business, Ministry & Reinvention

Episode Summary In this inspiring episode, Lara Allen sits down with entrepreneur and mentor Kay Snipes, whose journey spans decades of business ownership, creativity, ministry, loss, reinvention, and faithful obedience. From owning a hometown pharmacy with her husband in their 20s to launching tea rooms, gift shops, cooking schools, and creative businesses across multiple states, Kay shares how God continually led her into new seasons and unexpected opportunities. Kay recounts the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, including building thriving businesses featured in Southern Living, teaching women across the country how to launch tea rooms of their own, and later walking through devastating loss after hurricanes and the death of her husband. Through it all, she discovered that purpose does not end with age, career changes, or even failure. God was using every season to shape her identity, deepen her faith, and prepare her for what was next. This conversation is a powerful reminder that work can be ministry, transitions can become invitations to growth, and it is never too late to begin again. Whether you are in a season of rebuilding, dreaming, or wondering what comes next, Kay’s story will encourage you to trust God with your next step. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.   For You Kay’s story proves that you’re never too old to do something new. Is there a nudge you’ve been sensing? Even if you don’t have the whole vision, you have a next step. I’d be delighted to help you identify it! 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.FlourishwithLara.com [http://www.FlourishwithLara.com]   Connect with Kay Snipes Visit Kay’s beautiful store online or in person! www.topiaries.shop [http://www.topiaries.shop]  https://www.facebook.com/topiariesofamericus [https://www.facebook.com/topiariesofamericus] 209 N Jackson Street, Americus, GA  31709   Closing Comment below and tell us what you have done, are doing, or want to do in your 50s and beyond. Let’s continue to encourage one another to Delight in Every Step.

S1E2 | Just Say Yes: A Life of Faith, Obedience, & Impact with Sheila Hofmann

EPISODE SUMMARY In this encouraging conversation, Lara sits down with Sheila Hofmann, whose life reflects decades of faithful obedience to God. From accepting Christ at a young age to walking closely with Him for over 60 years, Sheila shares how her love for God’s Word has shaped every season. Now in her 70s, she continues to live with purpose, reminding us that as long as we have breath, God is not finished with us. At age 65, Sheila sensed God calling her to teach middle school girls Scripture. Though it didn’t make sense at first, her simple yes led to growing small groups, new curriculum, and a ministry impacting the next generation. Her story is a powerful reminder that we don’t need the full plan—just a willingness to take the next step. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.     FOR YOU What might God be calling you to do? Are you feeling like it might be too late? There is a next step for you, and I’d be delighted to help you identify it! 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.flourishwithlara.com   CONNECT WITH SHEILA HOFMANN 🌐 [Coming soon – ministry and curriculum information] 📱 [Updates available through future show notes and links] Follow Sheila’s journey as she prepares to expand her curriculum Beautiful and Champion to equip families, churches, and communities worldwide.   CLOSING Comment below and tell us what you have done, are doing, or want to do in your 50s and beyond. Let’s continue to encourage one another to Delight in Every Step.