Evan and Amanda discuss from Lacy's latest book, "Faith Like a Child" Embracing our lives as children of God. Lacy serves as the Student Care Coordinator for the Renovaré Institute. She teaches classes on children’s spirituality and spiritual direction with children through the Companioning Center. Books by Lacy https://renovare.org/people/lacy-borgo/books

Terra McDaniel talks about lament, grief, mental wellness, best practices, and more. Terra McDaniel is a spiritual director and author whose latest book, Hopeful Lament, offers Biblical and practical insight on journeying through grief.  LINKS: terramcdaniel.com Instagram: @terramcdaniel 

Sam Eaton talks about his own journey and struggles with suicide, how his faith brought him healing, and his ministry, Recklessly Alive.  Sam Eaton is a speaker and author focused on building a world with zero suicides.  LINKS: recklesslyalive.com

Evan speaks with Bonnie Gallant, co-founder of Agora Network Ministries. Listen as Bonnie discusses her journey as a caregiver to her husband Allan when he suffered a stroke and mental health breakdown. Bonnie shares practical advice and insights as to how to take care of yourself and how others can help the caregiver. Links: agoranetworkministries.com

WORTH ANOTHER LISTEN. This was one of our most listened-to podcasts so far on Hope for the Agora. Trauma and the Christian’s Response Guest Name: Dr. Heather Davediuk Gingrich Guest Information: Dr. Heather Davediuk Gingrich is professor of counseling at Denver Seminary and a therapist in private practice. She is the author of several books and a leading expert in trauma, PTSD, and Complex PTSD. LINKS: https://www.ivpress.com/heather-davediuk-gingrich SYNOPSIS: Dr. Davediuk Gingrich talks about her book, Restoring the Shattered Self: A Christian Counselor’s Guide to Complex Trauma. She defines terms such as trauma and PTSD, what some symptoms are, how the church, particularly lay persons, can companion and help those who have experienced trauma.

Linda talks youth and mental health, the link between social media/screens and youth mental health, what parents need to know, and best practices. Guest Information: Maddy is a psychotherapist practicing in the Niagara Falls, ON area. LINKS: Instagram: @mm.counselling.toronto

Linda talks about grief, how to process and deal with grief, types of grief, and a Christian approach to ministry for and with those grieving. Guest Information: Linda is a Marriage and Family Counsellor and Pastoral Counsellor with 20 years of experience counselling individuals, couples, and families. LINKS: Linda can be reached for an appointment by calling 289-442-8056, or email, [email protected]

Catherine talks about her story, her work as a coach, the nature of trauma, how churches and individuals can be agents of healing, and more. Guest Information: Catherine Gillard is a life coach who helps people and groups achieve healing and breakthrough from trauma, grief, and pain. LINKS: www.catherinegillard.com

Dr. Blackwood talks about anxiety and teens, his work as a coach and mental health professional, and the topic of resilience Dr. Andrew Blackwood is a mental health professional, coach, and professional communicator LINKS: www.coachdrew.ca

This podcast focuses on the value and necessity for a ministry like Agora Network Ministries to the local church. The team shares about personal journeys and professional care needed, and how Agora helps churches address the stigma and mental health needs in the church. Guests are Allan &  Bonnie Gallant, Sue Montgomery, and Leah Jeffery. Allan and Bonnie started the ministry and Sue and Leah, both mental health professionals are on the Board of Directors. Links: agoranetworkministries.com Allan and Bonnie's book, The Beautiful Strokes of God.