How can you come back to community when you’ve been let down?

In the Trenches Together: God’s Faithfulness in Deep Loss

Welcome To the Table. Join me as we welcome my friend, Morgan Ring, to the podcast. This is one of those conversations that stays with you long after it’s over—at least, that was my experience sitting across from her.   Morgan is our very first guest in our summer series, where we are choosing to look straight at the hard things and the heavy seasons. As she says in the episode, we are truly here to learn from one another and give people a safe space to simply share their story. Let’s get into it – grab a seat and join us for this week’s episode.  A gentle note: We talk deeply about grief and loss in this episode. If you are currently walking through a tender season of loss, please protect your heart and listen only if and when it feels right for you.  Show Notes 🗒️  Romans 8:27-28 - And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.  BRICK: Take Back Control of Your Screen Time - https://www.getbrick.app/Referral73520 [https://www.getbrick.app/Referral73520]   Want to find the resources shared here and help support the ministry of the podcast? You can use our links to find the list of all our reads and recs – from us and our guests. Amazon will give us a small portion of anything you purchase to help support this ministry. Find our list of reads and recs here: https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod [https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod]     Here’s a link to our worship playlist. If you are like me, music is just one of those things that helps me re-focus and re-align my heart to the Lord. We hope this list adds a little encouragement to some of the less exciting moments in your day. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71  [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71]    Subscribe, follow, like, share, or whatever else you want to do. Whether we have 10 people listening or 10,000, our goal is the same – pointing people to Jesus.   You can share your thoughts, ask questions, or make suggestions in the comments below. Thank you for listening. We’ll see you next week!

In the Trenches Together: God’s Faithfulness in Hard Seasons

Welcome To the Table.  This summer, we are entering into a special series where we’re getting incredibly honest about the hard seasons of life. We’re sitting down with friends who have walked through the deepest valleys and seen the undeniable faithfulness of God—not just through his presence, but through the hands and feet of the community that refused to let them walk alone. I am more than delighted to welcome my mom, Diane Holloway, to the podcast to kick off this new season with me. My prayer is that wherever you find yourself today, you’ll leave here feeling encouraged to keep going, keep showing up, and keep seeing the Lord’s faithfulness as you walk through whatever season you’re in today. ☕  Show Notes 🗒️  Matthew 14:22-33 - ...And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.” Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”  Luke 10:38-42 - Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.” But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.”  Philippians 4:7-8 - And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.  Joshua 1:9 - Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.  My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers - https://amzn.to/4ugUevT [https://amzn.to/4ugUevT]   Want to find the resources shared here and help support the ministry of the podcast? You can use our links to find the list of all our reads and recs – from us and our guests. Amazon will give us a small portion of anything you purchase to help support this ministry. Find our list of reads and recs here: https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod [https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod]   Here’s a link to our worship playlist. If you are like me, music is just one of those things that helps me re-focus and re-align my heart to the Lord. We hope this list adds a little encouragement to some of the less exciting moments in your day. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71  [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71]  Subscribe, follow, like, share, or whatever else you want to do. Whether we have 10 people listening or 10,000, our goal is the same – pointing people to Jesus.   You can share your thoughts, ask questions, or make suggestions in the comments below. Thank you for listening. We’ll see you next week!

How can we show up to help everyone find a place in community?

Welcome To the Table. Our guest today, Dana Dorris, joins us to talk about something we don’t always stop to consider: what it means to truly feel part of a community when communication barriers exist. Dana shares her experiences with the deaf community and reflects on how those barriers can make connection and belonging more challenging.  In our conversation, she tells us how she became involved in deaf ministry, what that work looks like today, and how it creates a meaningful seat at the table for those the ministry serves. There’s so much heart in this discussion, so grab a seat and join us. ☕  Show Notes 🗒️  With the Perry’s - The Art of Stewarding Your 5 Loaves and 2 Fish: https://open.spotify.com/episode/43dmJFfaG0XdFziVAWkWcJ?si=HZhtzwzAQFGSqXVlyW1Vkw [https://open.spotify.com/episode/43dmJFfaG0XdFziVAWkWcJ?si=HZhtzwzAQFGSqXVlyW1Vkw]     Bill Vicars: https://youtube.com/@sign-language?si=SBd6bnQeYD7QyrFX [https://youtube.com/@sign-language?si=SBd6bnQeYD7QyrFX]     Want to find the resources shared here and help support the ministry of the podcast? You can use our links to find the list of all our reads and recs – from us and our guests. Amazon will give us a small portion of anything you purchase to help support this ministry. Find our list of reads and recs here: https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod [https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod]     Here’s a link to our worship playlist. If you are like me, music is just one of those things that helps me re-focus and re-align my heart to the Lord. We hope this list adds a little encouragement to some of the less exciting moments in your day. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71  [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71]    Subscribe, follow, like, share, or whatever else you want to do. Whether we have 10 people listening or 10,000, our goal is the same – pointing people to Jesus.   You can share your thoughts, ask questions, or make suggestions in the comments below. Thank you for listening. We’ll see you next week!

How can you come back to community when you’ve been let down?

Welcome To the Table. As you’ll soon hear, “church hurt” is a pretty weighty topic, especially now. In this episode, we’re talking about how you can come back to community when you’ve experienced hurt in the past. What is the purpose of the church? How do you enter a new space open to being known and loved by a new community? Our guest, Chelsea Reed, shares her story and perspective on this topic and several more. So, come pull up a chair and join us. ☕  Show Notes 🗒️  From Eden to Eternity by The Daily Grace Co: Link to Study [https://thedailygraceco.com/products/eden-to-eternity-digital-bible-study?utm_term=how+to+study+the+bible&utm_campaign=Ai+Max+Bible+Studies&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=2737704152&hsa_cam=22884306475&hsa_grp=182366884543&hsa_ad=768517271682&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-45760110&hsa_kw=how+to+study+the+bible&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22884306475&gbraid=0AAAAAB1_eQGBqU-2muKVB0tjzkYMla31f&_su_rec=Ji8f-Y1RDMolL7vZJsKv6A1h0q8lPZU2nxaSL1oiVZ73M8qwY5-SNzxRzssi9QkEU27Nrvw9JwI4cpJRKPTL38ZDeYQzBilhMI48cSATVdXaOAh8UYC_R-3unhCG1zio9Ki24bNTovgnELJoFMfMUZD8CpWNKlSsFCr_iiXa1VfSo8E1WN4hqBH5NHwuvqMqh81XJRX-36JJEZ_o97eyygc-rQ_pv0eiL_EzSev2TQ7mZdEvE6T5F2my7T1nYTrn3Kw0Qs4H__d5H8arNMF0ZN1nkRcgPys9ZpEYdPQpVmnhYkChx_25bQA2_R-VJbRNHkJpkroNshDuYUcPPaXnVKBawXDkFjiVENFfF_1sKDUyz6ACE4vv5Q&_su_rec_id=6fdb8462-a8dc-41eb-8d73-5ab48a1eac3a-1777995811]  Matthew 7: 3-5 - Why do you see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when there is the log in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.     Want to find the resources shared here and help support the ministry of the podcast? You can use our links to find the list of all our reads and recs – from us and our guests. Amazon will give us a small portion of anything you purchase to help support this ministry. Find our list of reads and recs here: https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod [https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod]     Here’s a link to our worship playlist. If you are like me, music is just one of those things that helps me re-focus and re-align my heart to the Lord. We hope this list adds a little encouragement to some of the less exciting moments in your day. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71  [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71]    Subscribe, follow, like, share, or whatever else you want to do. Whether we have 10 people listening or 10,000, our goal is the same – pointing people to Jesus.   You can share your thoughts, ask questions, or make suggestions in the comments below. Thank you for listening. We’ll see you next week!

How can you show up authentically in non-faith spaces?

Welcome To the Table. Are you ever in a space or community that isn’t faith-centered? Maybe you work in a place where faith isn’t mentioned often? Or you sit in the bleachers surrounded by people who may or may not believe in Jesus? In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to show up authentically, in all spaces, and love the people around you. This feels like a common theme, but we’re talking about so many other things today too, so grab a seat and join us for this week’s conversation ☕  Show Notes 🗒️  Blue Letter Bible - https://www.blueletterbible.org/ [https://www.blueletterbible.org/]     Want to find the resources shared here and help support the ministry of the podcast? You can use our links to find the list of all our reads and recs – from us and our guests. Amazon will give us a small portion of anything you purchase to help support this ministry. Find our list of reads and recs here: https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod [https://linktr.ee/TotheTablePod]     Here’s a link to our worship playlist. If you are like me, music is just one of those things that helps me re-focus and re-align my heart to the Lord. We hope this list adds a little encouragement to some of the less exciting moments in your day. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71  [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BLkYKVIztVHIpJ7EMp8ET?si=46a8a2c359714b71]    Subscribe, follow, like, share, or whatever else you want to do. Whether we have 10 people listening or 10,000, our goal is the same – pointing people to Jesus.   You can share your thoughts, ask questions, or make suggestions in the comments below. Thank you for listening. We’ll see you next week!