The story we tell ourselves Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:27:47 -0500 https://thestorywetellourselves.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 The story we tell ourselves yes 05868898-8c91-55e2-ae2e-9e7dd44c591a The Salvation Army | Rebekah McNeilly episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) The Salvation Army | Rebekah McNeilly https://storage.buzzsprout.com/e2qruwz9ozqytrx457asyyqp33v8?.jpg The story we tell ourselves Salvationist Podcast Special Episode: Gen Z and Jesus Salvationist Podcast Special Episode: Gen Z and Jesus A special episode from our friends over at the Salvationist Podcast! 

About 50% of teens and 20-somethings now identify as "nones," meaning they have no religious affiliation. So, why have so many left the church? And for those who haven’t, why have they stayed?

In this candid and thought-provoking conversation with Major April and Rebekah McNeilly, we get into the data and the personal lived experiences of Gen Zs.

]]> A special episode from our friends over at the Salvationist Podcast! 

About 50% of teens and 20-somethings now identify as "nones," meaning they have no religious affiliation. So, why have so many left the church? And for those who haven’t, why have they stayed?

In this candid and thought-provoking conversation with Major April and Rebekah McNeilly, we get into the data and the personal lived experiences of Gen Zs.

]]> Buzzsprout-17256178 Fri, 30 May 2025 19:09:19 -0400 2716 full false Cadet Alicia Mcleod on training college for officers and hope for the future Cadet Alicia Mcleod on training college for officers and hope for the future Buzzsprout-17058306 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:02:48 -0400 979 full false Major Kathie Chui and her walk through Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Major Kathie Chui and her walk through Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Buzzsprout-16871523 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:09:10 -0400 1974 full true Disability, inclusiveness and a humble heart with Captain Joyce Downer Disability, inclusiveness and a humble heart with Captain Joyce Downer Buzzsprout-16727824 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:23:26 -0500 2511 full true Commissioner Shelley Hill: Battle Cry, God's faithfulness & a vision forward Commissioner Shelley Hill: Battle Cry, God's faithfulness & a vision forward Buzzsprout-16532649 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:54:13 -0500 1467 full true Partnering with and learning from others globally with Lt. Col. Brenda Murray Partnering with and learning from others globally with Lt. Col. Brenda Murray Buzzsprout-16060820 Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:38:59 -0500 1986 full true A Conversation with Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham A Conversation with Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham Buzzsprout-15782653 Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:55:32 -0400 3336 full true Dr. Marlene George: How are the officer's kids? Dr. Marlene George: How are the officer's kids? Buzzsprout-15536235 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 19:22:09 -0400 2426 full false CFOT changes and God's Faithfulness in every season with Major Deana Zelinsky CFOT changes and God's Faithfulness in every season with Major Deana Zelinsky So pleased to welcome Major Deana Zelinsky onto the podcast. She shares with us about the changes CFOT has undergone in the last few years, the challenges of officership, and God's call and faithfulness in it all. I really enjoyed speaking with Deana, and I was encouraged by what she shared!

]]> So pleased to welcome Major Deana Zelinsky onto the podcast. She shares with us about the changes CFOT has undergone in the last few years, the challenges of officership, and God's call and faithfulness in it all. I really enjoyed speaking with Deana, and I was encouraged by what she shared!

]]> Buzzsprout-15329497 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:25:25 -0400 2328 full false Healthy marriage ft. Major Stacy Birks Healthy marriage ft. Major Stacy Birks Buzzsprout-15150560 Tue, 28 May 2024 12:21:26 -0400 2365 full false 'Grieving Room' with author Leanne Friesen 'Grieving Room' with author Leanne Friesen Buzzsprout-14541085 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 15:09:15 -0500 3382 full false Childlessness and unanswered prayers with Helen Reimer Childlessness and unanswered prayers with Helen Reimer Thankful for Helen and her ministry around childlessness and infertility. This is such a painful journey that impacts women all over the world. Talking about it honestly and vulnerably is a small antidote, and I'm so thankful Helen agreed to share her story and point to God's goodness even in the suffering. This episode is worth listening to for anyone struggling through unanswered prayers, whatever they might be.


Check out her website and support network here: https://rinnah.ca/infertility/infertility-journey/

]]> Thankful for Helen and her ministry around childlessness and infertility. This is such a painful journey that impacts women all over the world. Talking about it honestly and vulnerably is a small antidote, and I'm so thankful Helen agreed to share her story and point to God's goodness even in the suffering. This episode is worth listening to for anyone struggling through unanswered prayers, whatever they might be.


Check out her website and support network here: https://rinnah.ca/infertility/infertility-journey/

]]> Buzzsprout-14451969 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:40:35 -0500 2483 full false The Making of Biblical Womanhood with Laura Part II The Making of Biblical Womanhood with Laura Part II Part 2 is here! We received such wonderful feedback on the first part of this discussion. Discussing the implications of how we read women in scripture is important, no matter where you find yourself theologically on this topic. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​If you enjoyed this book club format and there's a book you would love to know more about from a conversational perspective, let us know! We love hearing from you and sharing content that resonates. 

Thanks again, Laura, for having this conversation with me!

]]> Part 2 is here! We received such wonderful feedback on the first part of this discussion. Discussing the implications of how we read women in scripture is important, no matter where you find yourself theologically on this topic. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​If you enjoyed this book club format and there's a book you would love to know more about from a conversational perspective, let us know! We love hearing from you and sharing content that resonates. 

Thanks again, Laura, for having this conversation with me!

]]> Buzzsprout-14369036 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:08:24 -0500 2604 full false The Making of Biblical Womanhood with Laura Van Schaick Part I The Making of Biblical Womanhood with Laura Van Schaick Part I I am very excited about this PART ONE of a two part episode with my friend Laura! In a 'book club' style, we discuss Beth Allison Barr's book 'The Making of Biblical Womanhood.' This was such an interesting conversation that continues to impact my thinking today. We split up our conversation into two parts, the second half will come out in two weeks! 

If you are a Christian women in ministry, a married or single woman, this is a really important conversation to have. We discuss the historical context out of which female subordination as as gospel truth emerges, some of the 'wrong ideas' that have seeped into our theology, and some hopeful encouragement around God's high view of women. Hope you enjoy!

]]> I am very excited about this PART ONE of a two part episode with my friend Laura! In a 'book club' style, we discuss Beth Allison Barr's book 'The Making of Biblical Womanhood.' This was such an interesting conversation that continues to impact my thinking today. We split up our conversation into two parts, the second half will come out in two weeks! 

If you are a Christian women in ministry, a married or single woman, this is a really important conversation to have. We discuss the historical context out of which female subordination as as gospel truth emerges, some of the 'wrong ideas' that have seeped into our theology, and some hopeful encouragement around God's high view of women. Hope you enjoy!

]]> Buzzsprout-14280029 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 13:49:53 -0500 4476 full true Suffering Well and Suffering With: Reclaiming Marks of Christian Identity, ft. author Dr. Aimee Patterson Suffering Well and Suffering With: Reclaiming Marks of Christian Identity, ft. author Dr. Aimee Patterson So thankful to have Dr. Aimee Patterson from The Ethics Centre back for a second time to discuss her new book, 'Suffering Well and Suffering With: Reclaiming Marks of Christian identity.'

Aimee's honesty, gentleness and thoughtful compassion is inspiring and thought-provoking. She walks us through her journey with brain cancer and the deep suffering she encountered throughout that time. This book is also full of biblical insights and wisdom. We discuss the book of Job, collective suffering, individual suffering and some practical ways we can walk with those who are currently suffering. 

If the Christmas season brings pain and suffering for you or loved ones, this might be the right episode for you this December. 

]]> So thankful to have Dr. Aimee Patterson from The Ethics Centre back for a second time to discuss her new book, 'Suffering Well and Suffering With: Reclaiming Marks of Christian identity.'

Aimee's honesty, gentleness and thoughtful compassion is inspiring and thought-provoking. She walks us through her journey with brain cancer and the deep suffering she encountered throughout that time. This book is also full of biblical insights and wisdom. We discuss the book of Job, collective suffering, individual suffering and some practical ways we can walk with those who are currently suffering. 

If the Christmas season brings pain and suffering for you or loved ones, this might be the right episode for you this December. 

]]> Buzzsprout-14093407 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:58:40 -0500 4421 full false Christina Pearo, Women in the Workplace and an 'Ideal' Christian Community Christina Pearo, Women in the Workplace and an 'Ideal' Christian Community I had the joy of chatting with one of my favorite people, Christina Pearo, about women in the workplace-- and we devolved into a thought provoking discussion on church, theology, the role of the bible in our faith communities and the fruit of the spirit. I'm very thankful for Christina's insights and perspective!

]]> I had the joy of chatting with one of my favorite people, Christina Pearo, about women in the workplace-- and we devolved into a thought provoking discussion on church, theology, the role of the bible in our faith communities and the fruit of the spirit. I'm very thankful for Christina's insights and perspective!

]]> Buzzsprout-14014092 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:16:28 -0500 3015 full false Ellen Duffield on Genesis 1, Church Unity and where we went wrong Ellen Duffield on Genesis 1, Church Unity and where we went wrong Ellen Duffield shares some incredibly insightful and biblically rooted reflections from her recent book, 'The Brave Way' which touches on church hurts, unity and the ways our churches may fall short on this. 

]]> Ellen Duffield shares some incredibly insightful and biblically rooted reflections from her recent book, 'The Brave Way' which touches on church hurts, unity and the ways our churches may fall short on this. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13926436 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:07:48 -0500 3116 full false Dr. Ingrid Davis on burnout and soul care Dr. Ingrid Davis on burnout and soul care Ingrid shares about her personal experience of profound exhaustion, angst and burnout as well as her now current work in soul care and walking alongside others. 

]]> Ingrid shares about her personal experience of profound exhaustion, angst and burnout as well as her now current work in soul care and walking alongside others. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13838163 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:26:36 -0400 2199 full false How healthy is your church? Natural Church Development with Majors Brian and Glenda Bishop How healthy is your church? Natural Church Development with Majors Brian and Glenda Bishop How is the health of your church?

On this episode I have Majors Brian and Glenda Bishop joining me to discuss all things Natural Church Development. It was a real joy to discuss church strengths, how to grow your leaders and and healthy discipleship practices, some of my favorite topics right now! I left challenged, inspired and interested in the ways my church can continue to grow and flourish in this season.

If you are a pastor, church leader, or just take an interest in the health of your church (especially if you are experiencing some burnout!) this episode will be a hopeful and practical tool for you. 

]]> How is the health of your church?

On this episode I have Majors Brian and Glenda Bishop joining me to discuss all things Natural Church Development. It was a real joy to discuss church strengths, how to grow your leaders and and healthy discipleship practices, some of my favorite topics right now! I left challenged, inspired and interested in the ways my church can continue to grow and flourish in this season.

If you are a pastor, church leader, or just take an interest in the health of your church (especially if you are experiencing some burnout!) this episode will be a hopeful and practical tool for you. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13751633 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:25:44 -0400 3271 full false The Fight against Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking: Major Ray Lamont and what that looks like today The Fight against Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking: Major Ray Lamont and what that looks like today Buzzsprout-13666986 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:19:39 -0400 1442 full false Christians and the environment ft. Philip Reilly from Tearfund Canada Christians and the environment ft. Philip Reilly from Tearfund Canada Buzzsprout-13572025 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 16:04:07 -0400 1931 full false INSPIRE: This is Us with Krista Andrews and Elli Bagheri INSPIRE: This is Us with Krista Andrews and Elli Bagheri A wonderful LIVE podcast recording (with great audio quality...!) from the INSPIRE Congress in Toronto last week. Krista and Elli share about their cross-cultural ministry, hospitality, and community together.

]]> A wonderful LIVE podcast recording (with great audio quality...!) from the INSPIRE Congress in Toronto last week. Krista and Elli share about their cross-cultural ministry, hospitality, and community together.

]]> Buzzsprout-13160276 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 13:13:41 -0400 3315 full true Life, Ministry and the Future with Colonel Evie Diaz Life, Ministry and the Future with Colonel Evie Diaz Buzzsprout-13075601 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:26:44 -0400 2595 full false Ann Voskamp on writing 'Waymaker' Ann Voskamp on writing 'Waymaker' Such a privilege and a joy to feature Ann Voskamp on the show! Ann speaks from her own experiences of pain, joy and hope all at once. Her description of God and His deep desire to 'yada' know us is hope and love filled. We spend this episode discussing her new book, 'Waymaker' and all that led her to write it. 

Don't miss it!

]]> Such a privilege and a joy to feature Ann Voskamp on the show! Ann speaks from her own experiences of pain, joy and hope all at once. Her description of God and His deep desire to 'yada' know us is hope and love filled. We spend this episode discussing her new book, 'Waymaker' and all that led her to write it. 

Don't miss it!

]]> Buzzsprout-12988553 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 10:13:48 -0400 1900 full false One Year Celebration Episode! One Year Celebration Episode! One year of podcast guests! What a gift. In this episode we catch up with three returning guests, Major Jennifer Reid, Major Krista Andrews and Captain Crystal Porter. This short updates are full of hope and excitement. 

]]> One year of podcast guests! What a gift. In this episode we catch up with three returning guests, Major Jennifer Reid, Major Krista Andrews and Captain Crystal Porter. This short updates are full of hope and excitement. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12903668 Tue, 23 May 2023 11:56:49 -0400 1697 full false Special Mother's Day Episode: Major Brenda Allen and Rebekah Tillsley Special Mother's Day Episode: Major Brenda Allen and Rebekah Tillsley Happy almost Mother's day! We have a special mother's day release this week with Major Brenda Allen and her daughter Rebekah Tillsley. These are both women I deeply respect and admire. They share wisdom about parenting, and some practical yet inspiring ways we can bring God into the simple day-to-day moments with kids.

Enjoy!

]]> Happy almost Mother's day! We have a special mother's day release this week with Major Brenda Allen and her daughter Rebekah Tillsley. These are both women I deeply respect and admire. They share wisdom about parenting, and some practical yet inspiring ways we can bring God into the simple day-to-day moments with kids.

Enjoy!

]]> Buzzsprout-12814074 Tue, 09 May 2023 09:24:41 -0400 3471 full false Staying grounded for the long run ft. Major Beverly Ivany Staying grounded for the long run ft. Major Beverly Ivany Buzzsprout-12722024 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:58:18 -0400 2019 full false Why did you become a Salvation Army officer? ft. Captain Kristen Dockeray Why did you become a Salvation Army officer? ft. Captain Kristen Dockeray Buzzsprout-12629998 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 12:19:52 -0400 1984 full false Coaching and gendered leadership with Lt. Col. Wanda Vincent Coaching and gendered leadership with Lt. Col. Wanda Vincent Lt. Col Wanda Vincent shares about her major research paper relating to coaching and her own experience in leadership development. It's interesting to understand the way we relegate men and women to certain leadership styles-- and the way we can improve that!

]]> Lt. Col Wanda Vincent shares about her major research paper relating to coaching and her own experience in leadership development. It's interesting to understand the way we relegate men and women to certain leadership styles-- and the way we can improve that!

]]> Buzzsprout-12532678 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:32:32 -0400 2819 full false Special Episode: Commissioner Rosalie Peddle on The Salvationist Podcast Special Episode: Commissioner Rosalie Peddle on The Salvationist Podcast We are thankful and happy to share the recent Salvationist Podcast episode with Commissioner Rosalie Peddle, World President of Women's Ministries. 

This episode is full of inspiring and challenging reflections from Commissioner Rosalie's over 47 years of ministry experience. It is not one to miss!

Here is a link to the Salvationist Podcast: https://salvationist.ca/articles/salvationist-podcast-commissioner-rosalie-peddle/ 

]]> We are thankful and happy to share the recent Salvationist Podcast episode with Commissioner Rosalie Peddle, World President of Women's Ministries. 

This episode is full of inspiring and challenging reflections from Commissioner Rosalie's over 47 years of ministry experience. It is not one to miss!

Here is a link to the Salvationist Podcast: https://salvationist.ca/articles/salvationist-podcast-commissioner-rosalie-peddle/ 

]]> Buzzsprout-12438242 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:35:33 -0400 2647 full false World Day of Prayer with Catherine MacKeil World Day of Prayer with Catherine MacKeil Friday, March 3rd 2023 is World Day of Prayer. I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Executive Director of the Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada, Catherine MacKeil, and speak about the roots of WICC, her personal journey of prayer amidst trial, and what brings her hope!

]]> Friday, March 3rd 2023 is World Day of Prayer. I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Executive Director of the Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada, Catherine MacKeil, and speak about the roots of WICC, her personal journey of prayer amidst trial, and what brings her hope!

]]> Buzzsprout-12345412 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 10:07:07 -0500 1865 full false Singleness & hope in uncertain seasons ft. Meisha Watson Singleness & hope in uncertain seasons ft. Meisha Watson  Meisha is AMAZING! She is such a voice of truth
and hope for women in any season of grief-- whether that's grief at a desire to be married that goes unfulfilled, grief while waiting and longing for a child, or grief at the loss of a dearly loved one. She speaks candidly about God's unfailing presence in those moments.

Meisha launched her own podcast TODAY, it's called 'My Single Story' and you can find it here! Go check it out and support her! 

]]>  Meisha is AMAZING! She is such a voice of truth
and hope for women in any season of grief-- whether that's grief at a desire to be married that goes unfulfilled, grief while waiting and longing for a child, or grief at the loss of a dearly loved one. She speaks candidly about God's unfailing presence in those moments.

Meisha launched her own podcast TODAY, it's called 'My Single Story' and you can find it here! Go check it out and support her! 

]]> Buzzsprout-12252027 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:38:40 -0500 2549 full false Dating, discernment and obedience ft. Michelle from The Christian Singles Hub Dating, discernment and obedience ft. Michelle from The Christian Singles Hub We are kicking off February with a pre-Valentines day episode! Michelle is the founder and director of Miss Apples Matchmaking and The Christian Singles Hub. Michelle brings challenges and encouragements for singles and married alike. Lots of interesting food for thought here!


]]> We are kicking off February with a pre-Valentines day episode! Michelle is the founder and director of Miss Apples Matchmaking and The Christian Singles Hub. Michelle brings challenges and encouragements for singles and married alike. Lots of interesting food for thought here!


]]> Buzzsprout-12157231 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:44:26 -0500 2658 2 2 full false How we Misinterpret Women in the Bible with Rosy Keane How we Misinterpret Women in the Bible with Rosy Keane We are so thrilled to have Rosy Keane on the podcast to kick of 2023! Rosy is the Spiritual Life Secretary in Australia, a student of the word, and a brilliant spoken word artist and teacher! 

We cover a LOT in this episode-- but mainly we look to disrupt some of those misunderstandings we have around common biblical narratives, specifically featuring women. 

]]> We are so thrilled to have Rosy Keane on the podcast to kick of 2023! Rosy is the Spiritual Life Secretary in Australia, a student of the word, and a brilliant spoken word artist and teacher! 

We cover a LOT in this episode-- but mainly we look to disrupt some of those misunderstandings we have around common biblical narratives, specifically featuring women. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12062612 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 13:30:14 -0500 3444 2 1 full false Spiritual Disciplines and peace during Christmas ft. Major Sandra Budden Spiritual Disciplines and peace during Christmas ft. Major Sandra Budden In this episode Major Sandra Budden kindly walks us through some of her personal journey to discovering the spiritual disciplines. I find this to be such a hopeful conversation, and one the spurred me closer to Jesus. 

]]> In this episode Major Sandra Budden kindly walks us through some of her personal journey to discovering the spiritual disciplines. I find this to be such a hopeful conversation, and one the spurred me closer to Jesus. 

]]> Buzzsprout-11824305 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:18:07 -0500 2410 full false Women, Equity and The Salvation Army ft. Major Pamela Pinksen Women, Equity and The Salvation Army ft. Major Pamela Pinksen Buzzsprout-11747243 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:33:00 -0500 3074 full false Emmanuel w. award winning author Ruth Chou Simons Emmanuel w. award winning author Ruth Chou Simons Ruth Chou Simons is the author of a number of stunningly illustrated and encouraging devotionals. She is inspiring -- and delightful! -- to talk to. I hope this episode challenges you to really dig into why we celebrate Christmas, and not get swept up in cultural ideas for the season. We can intentionally prepare Him room!

]]> Ruth Chou Simons is the author of a number of stunningly illustrated and encouraging devotionals. She is inspiring -- and delightful! -- to talk to. I hope this episode challenges you to really dig into why we celebrate Christmas, and not get swept up in cultural ideas for the season. We can intentionally prepare Him room!

]]> Buzzsprout-11654110 Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:24:32 -0500 1187 1 16 full false The glass ceiling, fearless women, and calling with Cathie Ostapchuk The glass ceiling, fearless women, and calling with Cathie Ostapchuk Buzzsprout-11565497 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:15:04 -0400 3167 14 full false Can we avoid sin and still love well? Holiness & Separateness ft. Maj. Amy Reardon Can we avoid sin and still love well? Holiness & Separateness ft. Maj. Amy Reardon Buzzsprout-11486860 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:08:16 -0400 2453 1 13 full false National Day for Truth & Reconciliation ft. Crystal Lavallee National Day for Truth & Reconciliation ft. Crystal Lavallee We have a special podcast release today in honor of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Crystal Lavallee is a young Metis leader and Founder as well as National Director of I Am Compelled (IAC). IAC provides in-school learning experiences for students that bring to life past heroes who were compelled to do great things for others. 

Crystal is truly an inspiration! This episode is short but so honest, hopeful and important. I hope you can take time today to reflect on the importance of reconciliation, and to learn from Crystal.

"I know Jesus and the gospels wasn't responsible for the destruction of our people, it was the institution, it was the church." (Crystal Lavallee)

We have so much to learn, and a lot of work left to do. 

]]> We have a special podcast release today in honor of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Crystal Lavallee is a young Metis leader and Founder as well as National Director of I Am Compelled (IAC). IAC provides in-school learning experiences for students that bring to life past heroes who were compelled to do great things for others. 

Crystal is truly an inspiration! This episode is short but so honest, hopeful and important. I hope you can take time today to reflect on the importance of reconciliation, and to learn from Crystal.

"I know Jesus and the gospels wasn't responsible for the destruction of our people, it was the institution, it was the church." (Crystal Lavallee)

We have so much to learn, and a lot of work left to do. 

]]> Buzzsprout-11415383 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:33:53 -0400 1295 1 12 full false Danielle Strickland and The Other Side of Hope Danielle Strickland and The Other Side of Hope So wonderful to have Danielle guesting on this episode. We discuss her new book, 'The Other Side of Hope. This includes discussions into grief, acknowledging and naming dysfunction in ourselves and our churches and then reimagining what a life 'framework of hope' looks like. 

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Please leave a rating and a review if you enjoy this episode, it goes a long way in bringing other listeners along!

]]> So wonderful to have Danielle guesting on this episode. We discuss her new book, 'The Other Side of Hope. This includes discussions into grief, acknowledging and naming dysfunction in ourselves and our churches and then reimagining what a life 'framework of hope' looks like. 

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Please leave a rating and a review if you enjoy this episode, it goes a long way in bringing other listeners along!

]]> Buzzsprout-11395056 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:54:17 -0400 3082 1 12 full false Do we know how to value female officers? ft. Dr. Janet Munn Do we know how to value female officers? ft. Dr. Janet Munn Dr. Janet Munn joins us today with decades of experience as an officer and as an advocate for women and social justice. She was the first ever female principal at the training college in the USA eastern territory, and the director of the International Social Justice Commission more recently. Janet speaks succinctly on the progress we have made as an army towards gender equity-- and the significant work we have left to do.

]]> Dr. Janet Munn joins us today with decades of experience as an officer and as an advocate for women and social justice. She was the first ever female principal at the training college in the USA eastern territory, and the director of the International Social Justice Commission more recently. Janet speaks succinctly on the progress we have made as an army towards gender equity-- and the significant work we have left to do.

]]> Buzzsprout-11311129 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400 3104 1 10 full false Leadership, Developing others, and healthy church culture ft. Dr. Sharon Simmonds Leadership, Developing others, and healthy church culture ft. Dr. Sharon Simmonds Buzzsprout-11229554 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0400 3238 1 9 full false Women in leadership, biblical support, and managing critics ft. Leanne Friesen Women in leadership, biblical support, and managing critics ft. Leanne Friesen Rev. Leanne Friesen has served as the lead pastor at Mount Hamilton Baptist church since 2005. She is a gifted preacher and visionary and has a unique ability to make difficult topics of faith accessible to all. Today she discusses women in leadership and really breaks down the biblical support for this position. Leanne grew up in the Salvation Army and offers some important insight for women currently service within the Army!

Learn more about Leanne: https://www.mhbc.ca/staff

]]> Rev. Leanne Friesen has served as the lead pastor at Mount Hamilton Baptist church since 2005. She is a gifted preacher and visionary and has a unique ability to make difficult topics of faith accessible to all. Today she discusses women in leadership and really breaks down the biblical support for this position. Leanne grew up in the Salvation Army and offers some important insight for women currently service within the Army!

Learn more about Leanne: https://www.mhbc.ca/staff

]]> Buzzsprout-11148388 Tue, 16 Aug 2022 12:17:50 -0400 4180 1 8 full false Decolonization, Faith, and Identity ft. Captain Crystal Porter Decolonization, Faith, and Identity ft. Captain Crystal Porter Crystal Porter joins us today to discuss what decolonization means, and how we can partner with Indigenous brothers and sisters to better our churches and ministry spaces. We talk about her experience as a pastor and Christ-follower, as well as some of the challenges that accompany those roles. Crystal Porter is the associate Indigenous Ministries Consultant for the Salvation Army in Canada & Bermuda. 

]]> Crystal Porter joins us today to discuss what decolonization means, and how we can partner with Indigenous brothers and sisters to better our churches and ministry spaces. We talk about her experience as a pastor and Christ-follower, as well as some of the challenges that accompany those roles. Crystal Porter is the associate Indigenous Ministries Consultant for the Salvation Army in Canada & Bermuda. 

]]> Buzzsprout-11075110 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 09:02:05 -0400 2410 1 7 full false Health, Wellness, and Beauty Standards ft. Major Ashley Bungay Health, Wellness, and Beauty Standards ft. Major Ashley Bungay Ashley Bungay is a pastor/corps officer and passionate health and wellness advocate! She is also a parent. In this episode, we discuss toxic beauty standards and their impact on young girls, what the bible has to say about health, and how we can center Christ in our pursuit of well-being. 

]]> Ashley Bungay is a pastor/corps officer and passionate health and wellness advocate! She is also a parent. In this episode, we discuss toxic beauty standards and their impact on young girls, what the bible has to say about health, and how we can center Christ in our pursuit of well-being. 

]]> Buzzsprout-10986452 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 11:03:21 -0400 2590 1 5 full false The Enneagram and how we see the world ft. Majors Beth Pearo and April McNeilly The Enneagram and how we see the world ft. Majors Beth Pearo and April McNeilly Have you heard of the enneagram? Maybe you have heard that it is not wise for Christians to use this personality tool, or maybe you love it! In this episode, certified enneagram coaches Beth Pearo and April McNeilly unpack what the enneagram is, how we should and should not use it, and how it might help you understand yourself and the people around you. 

]]> Have you heard of the enneagram? Maybe you have heard that it is not wise for Christians to use this personality tool, or maybe you love it! In this episode, certified enneagram coaches Beth Pearo and April McNeilly unpack what the enneagram is, how we should and should not use it, and how it might help you understand yourself and the people around you. 

]]> Rebekah McNeilly Buzzsprout-10907655 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:02:23 -0400 3818 1 6 full false Manage your Energy not your Time ft. Lieut. Col. Dr. Susan van Duinen Manage your Energy not your Time ft. Lieut. Col. Dr. Susan van Duinen Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Susan van Duinen is an exceedingly wise and insightful individual, with years of experience leading and influencing those around her in ministry. In this episode she unpacks some of her own research around resilience and burnout in ministry, and how we can learn to manage our energy in ministry. 

]]> Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Susan van Duinen is an exceedingly wise and insightful individual, with years of experience leading and influencing those around her in ministry. In this episode she unpacks some of her own research around resilience and burnout in ministry, and how we can learn to manage our energy in ministry. 

]]> Buzzsprout-10830553 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:46:13 -0400 3536 1 4 full false The Future of the Church ft. Major Krista Andrews The Future of the Church ft. Major Krista Andrews Major Krista Andrews, corps officer at Richmond Hill Community Church joins me today to discuss what church might look like in a post-COVID world. We talk about four pillars we build our church on, and we refer to Francis Chan's 'Letters to the Church.' It is a challenging yet profoundly hopeful conversation. 

]]> Major Krista Andrews, corps officer at Richmond Hill Community Church joins me today to discuss what church might look like in a post-COVID world. We talk about four pillars we build our church on, and we refer to Francis Chan's 'Letters to the Church.' It is a challenging yet profoundly hopeful conversation. 

]]> Buzzsprout-10751946 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:31:33 -0400 3650 1 3 full false Suffering Well ft. Dr. Aimee Patterson from the Ethics Centre Suffering Well ft. Dr. Aimee Patterson from the Ethics Centre In this episode Dr. Aimee Patterson joins us to speak about suffering as followers of Jesus. How do we suffer well? How do we see others who are suffering, and not give in to simple or easy answers to try and comfort them? 

]]> In this episode Dr. Aimee Patterson joins us to speak about suffering as followers of Jesus. How do we suffer well? How do we see others who are suffering, and not give in to simple or easy answers to try and comfort them? 

]]> Rebekah McNeilly Buzzsprout-10657098 Sat, 21 May 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2939 1 2 full false Meaningfulness brings Wellness ft. Captain Barb Stanley Meaningfulness brings Wellness ft. Captain Barb Stanley Captain Barb Stanley joins us today to discuss calling, sealed orders, and the way purpose brings a profound meaning to our daily lives. In a time where we are all craving wellness and 'shalom' these ideas and practical insights are so necessary. 

]]> Captain Barb Stanley joins us today to discuss calling, sealed orders, and the way purpose brings a profound meaning to our daily lives. In a time where we are all craving wellness and 'shalom' these ideas and practical insights are so necessary. 

]]> Rebekah McNeilly Buzzsprout-10592709 Tue, 10 May 2022 10:34:11 -0400 2860 1 1 full false Trailer: Conversation w/ Commissioner Tracey & Major Jennifer Trailer: Conversation w/ Commissioner Tracey & Major Jennifer Welcome to The Story we tell ourselves! This is our podcast trailer, a conversation with the Territorial President for Women's Ministries, Commissioner Tracey Tidd, and the Assistant to the President for Women's Ministries, Major Jennifer Reid. We discuss the relevance and future of ministry to women in the Salvation Army, dreams for this podcast and the value we think it has! 

]]> Welcome to The Story we tell ourselves! This is our podcast trailer, a conversation with the Territorial President for Women's Ministries, Commissioner Tracey Tidd, and the Assistant to the President for Women's Ministries, Major Jennifer Reid. We discuss the relevance and future of ministry to women in the Salvation Army, dreams for this podcast and the value we think it has! 

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