Every day we give and receive communication. But good communication doesn’t always come naturally. Strengthening our skills is vital not only for those who specialize in communication but for everyone who wants to have healthy relationships, love our neighbors, and shape the world around us for good.In Authentic Communication, educators Tim Muehlhoff and Todd Lewis offer a wealth of resources from both communication studies and the Bible. This textbook unpacks the essential elements of communication and applies them to common challenges, offering a unique look at biblical principles of communication such as loving our enemies and blessing those who insult us.Dr Tim Muehlhoff's websiteDr Tim Muehlhoff at Biola UniversityDr Tim Muehlehoff on IVPressBook: Authentic Communication, Christian Speech Engaging CultureWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Living Out Authentic CommunicationBiblical Forgiveness and CommunicationCommunication Reflects DiscipleshipABOUT THE GUEST: Dr Tim Muehlhoff is a professor of communication at the Bible Institute of Los Angeles (Biola) in La Mirada, CA. He is the senior director of the Winsome Conviction Project that seeks to open lines of communication, not close them.His newest book, Authentic Communication: Christian Speech Engaging Culture, written with Todd Lewis, blends biblical wisdom with communication research to help Christians become better listeners, wiser speakers, healthier peacemakers, and more faithful witnesses.RELATED LINKS:Dr Tim Muehlhoff's websiteDr Tim Muehlhoff at Biola UniversityDr Tim Muehlehoff on IVPressBook: Authentic Communication, Christian Speech Engaging CultureTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:38 - Introducing Dr Tim Muehlhoff01:48 - Living Out Authentic Communication02:22 - ...destructive conflict vs conflict that helps relationships grow03:06 - ...compromise03:55 - ...latent conflict04:22 - ...setting ground rules04:36 - ...it will take time04:50 - Conflicts Within the Church05:16 - ...expect conflict06:06 - ...advancing Jesus' kingdom06:39 - ...the danger of choosing not to engage in conflict09:23 - Biblical Forgiveness & Communication10:00 - ...authentic forgiveness10:19 - ...giving up your right to get even10:39 - ...not the same as reconciliation13:12 - ...not forgiving is not an option14:33 - Being persuasive without manipulation, marketing, and winning arguments16:00 - ...the most persuasive thing is your reputation16:45 - Christians Engaging in Popular Culture17:29 - ...being part of the community18:17 - ...help our enemies19:43 - Communication Reflects Discipleship20:15 - ...Jesus only overturned the tables once...21:02 - ...but what did Jesus mostly do?22:06 - A Few Habits to Incorporate Authentic Communication22:27 - ...talk is cheap23:14 - ...how you start a conversation23:39 - ...believe the best about a person24:02 - Finding Dr Muehlhoff - winsomeconviction .comDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

Every day we give and receive communication. But good communication doesn’t always come naturally. Strengthening our skills is vital not only for those who specialize in communication but for everyone who wants to have healthy relationships, love our neighbors, and shape the world around us for good.In Authentic Communication, educators Tim Muehlhoff and Todd Lewis offer a wealth of resources from both communication studies and the Bible. This textbook unpacks the essential elements of communication and applies them to common challenges, offering a unique look at biblical principles of communication such as loving our enemies and blessing those who insult us.Dr Tim Muehlhoff's websiteDr Tim Muehlhoff at Biola UniversityDr Tim Muehlehoff on IVPressBook: Authentic Communication, Christian Speech Engaging CultureWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Communication is Harder Than We RealizePerspective-TakingThe Way We Communicate Reflects Our Spiritual MaturityABOUT THE GUEST: Dr Tim Muehlhoff is a professor of communication at the Bible Institute of Los Angeles (Biola) in La Mirada, CA. He is the senior director of the Winsome Conviction Project that seeks to open lines of communication, not close them. His newest book, Authentic Communication: Christian Speech Engaging Culture, written with Todd Lewis, blends biblical wisdom with communication research to help Christians become better listeners, wiser speakers, healthier peacemakers, and more faithful witnesses. RELATED LINKS:Dr Tim Muehlhoff's websiteDr Tim Muehlhoff at Biola UniversityDr Tim Muehlehoff on IVPressBook: Authentic Communication, Christian Speech Engaging CultureTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:42 - Introducing Dr Tim Muehlhoff03:06 - Communication is Harder than We Realize03:25 - ...isolation, negative attitudes, stereotypes03:56 - ...let people self-identify04:48 - ...often we focus on ourselves and not on others05:52 - Book: Authentic Communication, Christian Speech Engaging Culture06:12 - ...monologue conversations06:51 - ...authentic conversations08:08 - ...agenda anxiety09:11 - Perspective-Taking09:22 - ...step into the other person's perspective and feelings11:12 - ...walking with the person12:15 - A Better Framework in an Argument Culture13:01 - ...connectiveness makes conflict go easier14:08 - ...we do not talk to each other15:05 - Communication in Social Media15:53 - ...do you really want to engage or just unload?16:58 - ... what's the goal of posting?17:20 - ...opportunity to be Christian communicators17:46 - The Way We Communicate Reflects Our Spiritual Maturity18:24 - ...responding in love and gentleness18:50 - ...speaking in the right frame of mind and heart19:39 - Communication Research Aligns with Scripture22:04 - Encouragement When You May Have Not Communicated Authentically22:34 - ...love wins25:21 - ...start by hearing the other person's perspective25:59 - Communicating More Like ChristDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

God invites you to love him with all of who you are for all time. How do we remain steadfast in our love and faith?Dr Lina Abujamra is a pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and the founder of Living With Power Ministries. Known for her bold faith and down-to-earth honesty, she’s passionate about helping people connect biblical truth to everyday life. Whether through teaching, writing, or podcasting, Lina brings hope to those wrestling with life’s hardest questions. When she’s not speaking or creating content, she’s providing medical and humanitarian aid in crisis zones like Lebanon and Uganda.Dr Lina Abujamra's WebsiteDr Lina Abujamra on IVPressBook: All Your LifeWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Emotional Spiritual Experiences Are Not EnoughWhat Jesus Really Wants for His DisciplesHelping Ourselves and Others to Love Jesus and Follow His All Our LiveABOUT THE GUEST: Lina Abujamra is a pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and the founder of Living With Power Ministries. Known for her bold faith and down-to-earth honesty, she’s passionate about helping people connect biblical truth to everyday life. Whether through teaching, writing, or podcasting, Lina brings hope to those wrestling with life’s hardest questions. When she’s not speaking or creating content, she’s providing medical and humanitarian aid in crisis zones like Lebanon and Uganda.RELATED LINKS:Dr Lina Abujamra's WebsiteDr Lina Abujamra on IVPressBook: All Your LifeTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:39 - Introducing Dr Lina Abujamra01:38 - Questions and challenges that Gen Z Have About Faith02:50 - ...Shift in the last five years - revival pockets04:03 - ...social media is not spiritual formation07:20 - Emotional Spiritual Experiences Are Not Enough07:52 - ... conferences are a reset11:26 - The Role of Discipleship12:13 - ...to become more Christlike13:05 - ...not an individual sport, but a group experience15:07 - ...foundational practices15:41 - ...the goal of a Christian life20:32 - What Jesus Really Wants for His Disciples20:45 - ...Matt 2820:52 - ...John 1520:56 - ...John 1721:06 - ...vertical and horizontal elements21:23 - ...spiritual giftedness21:26 - ...your story22:35 - ...must result in changed people23:09 - Highlighting Chapters in Book: All Your Life24:01 - ...does God have your heart?25:35 - ...the calling27:23 - ...emotions29:25 - Helping Ourselves and Others to Love Jesus and Follow His All Our Lives29:50 - ...desire to follow Jesus30:17 - ...ask Jesus31:42 - ...obedience31:50 - ...practical aspects32:22 - ...engage someone; mentorship33:36 - Lina's Heart's Desire34:35 - Getting in Touch with Dr Lina AbujamraDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

God invites you to love him with all of who you are. But what does that actually look like when following Jesus feels hard, and the questions you face are overwhelming?Dr Lina Abujamra is a pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and the founder of Living With Power Ministries. Known for her bold faith and down-to-earth honesty, she’s passionate about helping people connect biblical truth to everyday life. Whether through teaching, writing, or podcasting, Lina brings hope to those wrestling with life’s hardest questions. When she’s not speaking or creating content, she’s providing medical and humanitarian aid in crisis zones like Lebanon and Uganda.Dr Lina Abujamra's WebsiteDr Lina Abujamra on IVPressBook: All Your LifeWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Relevancy of Book, All Your Life, for Gen ZDr Abujamra's Faith JourneyManaging Disappointment with GodABOUT THE GUEST: Lina AbuJamra is a pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and the founder of Living With Power Ministries. Known for her bold faith and down-to-earth honesty, she’s passionate about helping people connect biblical truth to everyday life. Whether through teaching, writing, or podcasting, Lina brings hope to those wrestling with life’s hardest questions. When she’s not speaking or creating content, she’s providing medical and humanitarian aid in crisis zones like Lebanon and Uganda.RELATED LINKS:Dr Lina Abujamra's WebsiteDr Lina Abujamra on IVPressBook: All Your LifeTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:37 - Introducing Dr Lina Abujamra06:30 - Book: All Your Life07:04 - ...a resource for Gen Z07:53 - ...encompass aspects of life in Gen Z age group08:21 - ...deconstruction of Millennials08:29 - ...compensation of Gen X's08:55 - ...Gen Z's experiencing revival09:13 - ...and when life doesn't turn out as expected09:30 - ...everything that happens culturally should not be a surprise10:13 - ...pour into the next generation to stand strong in faith11:28 - Lina nearly loosing her faith21:12 - Managing Disappointment with God21:49 - ...in the trial22:28 - ...community in the church23:18 - ...non-negotiables23:53 - ...warning and informing the next generation25:02 - Life's disappointing moments are defining moments in our faithDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

Dr Louis Markos' new book, My Apologetics Dinner Party, presents a method of talking about Christian faith that is not based primarily on propositional logic or the defense of truth claims (though these features do show up). Instead, he aims to clarify what Christians actually believe through a winsome and engrossing narrative in the tradition of Socratic dialogue.Book: My Apologetics Dinner Party: A Real-Life Socratic DialogueDr Markos' BioDr Louis Markos at Houston Christian UniversityWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:The Importance of a MealInterrogations or Conversation?Common & Difficult Questions That People HaveABOUT THE GUEST: Dr Markos Louis Markos is a professor of English and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University, where he holds the Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanities. He has written many books on topics including the intersection of the classics and Christian faith and apologetics. His most recent book is My Apologetics Dinner Party: A Real-Life Socratic Dialogue.RELATED LINKS:Book: My Apologetics Dinner Party: A Real-Life Socratic DialogueDr Markos' BioDr Louis Markos at Houston Christian UniversityTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:37 - Introducing Dr Louis Markos02:51 - Christian Apologetics in the Friendship Evangelism Model04:29 - ...join my group first, see love and authenticity, accept Christ04:53 - ...see lived out in community and want to be part of the community05:21 - Book: My Apologetics Dinner Party: A Real-Life Socratic Dialog06:13 - ...difference between apologetics and evangelism07:00 - ...apologetics is pre-evangelism07:56 - ...lays a foundation for the gospel08:51 - What is the Socratic Method and Why is it Effective in Discussing Fatih?09:30 - ...listen to the full question10:01 - ...better definitions (what does it mean?)11:15 - The Importance of a Meal11:27 - ...open to sharing when eating11:37 - ...little / separate dialogues11:51 - ...hospitality12:31 - What is the Goal of Inviting Someone to Dinner?12:38 - ...get to know, respect, learn about the culture of a person13:09 - ...prepare by reading John 3-414:05 - ...what struggles and desires does the person have?15:30 - ...avoid "gotcha" moments16:03 - ...you don't have to close the deal17:25 - ...kronos vs chairos18:11 - ...be the Chrisitan friend who can explain19:23 - Interrogation or Conversation?19:38 - ...let them come to the understanding themselves by encouraging20:12 - ...draw them out and understand the references and contexts22:07 - Common Questions that People Are Really Asking24:46 - Difficult Questions on People's Minds29:24 - Role-Play Exercise About the Virgin Birth38:33 - Getting Started in Having an Apologetics Dinner Party41:03 - Be Patient43:34 - Finding Dr Louis Markos and His WorkDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

Many Christians experience vocational restlessness and anxiety, unsure or unaware how their faith can guide them in their workplaces. What would it look like for your church to affirm, equip, and commission your congregation to embrace a sense of calling and mission in their everyday labor? In Dr Matt Rusten's new book, Pastoring for Monday, he helps you lead your church to form Christians who follow, represent, and commune with Christ amid their daily work. This book equips you to bridge the divide between the sacred and secular, transforming how your church disciples people for the workplace. Dr Matt Rusten BioBook: Pastoring for MondayWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Sunday-to-Monday GapWork is Central to God's MissionBeing Effective at Work for God's MissionABOUT THE GUEST: Dr Matt Rusten is president of Made to Flourish and editor in chief of Common Good magazine. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree in faith, work, economics, and vocation from Fuller Theological Seminary. Dr Rusten regularly speaks and writes in the areas of faith, work, and economics. He has served in churches in North Dakota, the Chicago area, Kansas City, and Madison, Wisconsin.RELATED LINKS:Dr Matt Rusten BioMade to FlourishBook: Pastoring for MondayTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:38 - Introducing Dr Matt Rusten02:52 - Sunday-to-Monday Gap03:46 - ...difficulty in integrating faith life and work life04:34 - ...no affirmation from the church about work and profession09:54 - Real-Life Experiences that Separate Spiritual Life and Work Life10:41 - ...vocational restlessness12:26 - ...vocational woundedness13:49 - ...vocational disillusionment17:11 - Work is Not Secondary, But Central to God's Mission17:49 - ...pattern of work and rest19:38 - ...work is a part of glorifying God in the world20:12 - ...story of Joseph in Genesis21:34 - Helping People Connect Sunday to Monday22:05 - ...make disciples22:27 - ...teaching disciples to obey what Jesus has commanded22:36 - ...work will be where most people are following everything that Jesus commanded and the Gospel is applied23:17 - ...in the Epistles, the topic of work comes up24:51 - ...practice the presence of God in our work28:51 - Discipleship & Mentorship to Be Effective at Work for God's Mission29:10 - ...connect your story of work to God's story34:54 - Ways to Bridge the Sunday-to-Monday Gap38:13 - Contacting Dr Matt Rusten - madetoflourish.orgDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

Are fear and anxiety holding you back from sharing your faith? Does the thought of evangelism make you uneasy or leave you concerned about making others uncomfortable? Dr Mark Teasdale shares insights and tools for sharing Jesus.Dr Mark Teasdale's WebsiteBook: Socially Awkward EvangelismWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:"I want to share Jesus, but I can't."Sharing Jesus is Countercultural in Today's WorldMisconceptions about EvangelismABOUT THE GUEST: Mark R. Teasdale (PhD, SMU 2010) is the President of United Theological Seminary and the former E. Stanley Jones Professor of Evangelism at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and an adjunct professor of evangelism at Emory University and the Methodist Theological Institute in Yangon, Myanmar. He is ordained in the United Methodist Church and served for 12 years in local churches. He is the author of several books and articles on evangelism, missiology, and Methodist studies, including Evangelism for Non-Evangelists, Participating in Abundant Life, and most recently Socially Awkward Evangelism.RELATED LINKS:Dr Mark Teasdale's WebsiteBook: Socially Awkward EvangelismTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:02:14 - Encouragement and Advice for Those Who Say, "I want to share Jesus, but I can't."02:47 - ..."I'm introverted and not gifted for evangelism."03:57 - ......quiz: where are you personality-wise and how to engage in evangelism07:29 - ..."My life isn't perfect."11:43 - Sharing Jesus is Countercultural in Today's World12:54 - ...not hostility, but indifference13:22 - ...Is God is not necessary for morality?15:04 - ...faith is irrelevant15:20 - ...social anxiety & cancel culture18:04 - Misconceptions about Evangelism19:00 - ...that evangelism has to be confrontational19:52 - ......overcoming the hurt from confrontational experiences26:44 - Why Isn't Information Enough?27:08 - ...psychological barrier27:44 - ...spiritual formation30:27 - Steps and Tools30:39 - ...ivpress.com/socially-awkward-evangelism32:49 - Evangelism Starts with Our Claiming Jesus as Good33:08 - We are Beloved and Valuable to Jesus33:47 - Finding Dr Mark Teasdale and his BooksDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

Are fear and anxiety holding you back from sharing your faith? Does the thought of evangelism make you uneasy or leave you concerned about making others uncomfortable? The biggest barrier to evangelism, Mark Teasdale argues, is not lack of training or information—it’s fear.Dr Mark Teasdale's WebsiteBook: Socially Awkward EvangelismWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:How Well Are We Sharing Jesus in a Dark World?Why Feeling Anxious or Awkward in Sharing Jesus with OthersResponding to AnxietyABOUT THE GUEST: Mark R. Teasdale (PhD, SMU 2010) is the President of United Theological Seminary and the former E. Stanley Jones Professor of Evangelism at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and an adjunct professor of evangelism at Emory University and the Methodist Theological Institute in Yangon, Myanmar. He is ordained in the United Methodist Church and served for 12 years in local churches. He is the author of several books and articles on evangelism, missiology, and Methodist studies, including Evangelism for Non-Evangelists, Participating in Abundant Life, and most recently Socially Awkward Evangelism.RELATED LINKS:Dr Mark Teasdale's WebsiteBook: Socially Awkward EvangelismTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:32 - Introducing Dr Mark Teasdale02:28 - How Well Are We Sharing Jesus in a Dark World?04:08 - ..."WE" is inconsistent across the global church04:40 - ...recognize that the gospel is the supremely Good News05:10 - ...inconsistent formation of Christians05:23 - ...Book, Socially Awkward Evangelism, is focused on the western context06:26 - ...struggling with formation and our claiming of just how good the gospel is06:50 - ...follow-up question 1: evangelism outside of the western hemisphere07:07 - ......much high priority and conviction07:54 - ......even with freedom of religion in the west, it is socially uncomfortable10:20 - ...follow-up question 2: what is the best global practice?12:00 - ......there is not a single best practice because of distinct contexts14:57 - ......relational engagements17:10 - ...Organic Non-Western vs Planned Western Church Planting18:01 - Why Feeling Anxious or Awkward in Sharing Jesus with Others18:56 - ...seminarians are anxious in sharing their faith publicly19:42 - ...wired to feel anxious21:13 - ...allows us to act22:21 - ...problem of anxiety23:15 - ...cancel culture23:56 - ...what is life about and what to believe25:26 - Responding to Anxiety28:13 - ...intellectual: understand the gospel better to articulate it29:05 - ...emotional, social, physical: tools from behavioral psychology therapy31:34 - ...build a new example of what evangelism looks likeDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

What if you've lost your delight in God? Or you've never really experienced it in the first place? What if a season of suffering has snuffed out your joy, leaving you spiritually discouraged and emotionally numb?Delighting in God changes everything: how you experience your faith, relationships, and circumstances—and even how you see yourself.Stephanie Rousselle is a Bible teacher, speaker, host of the Gospel Spice podcast, and founder of Gospel Spice Ministries. She is the author of Awaken Delight: Satisfying Your Soul's Longing for God, releasing with IVP in July 2026. Born and raised in France, Stephanie is a former atheist whose life motto is now “God’s glory, our delight.”Book: Awaken DelightStephanie Rousselle's Website: Gospel SpiceWHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Believers Struggle to Experience Joy in GodDelighting in God is Foundational to Spiritual GrowthDelighting in God During Painful SeasonsFEATURED BONUS: Stephanie Rousselle's Website: Gospel SpiceABOUT THE GUEST: Stephanie Rousselle is a Bible teacher, speaker, host of the Gospel Spice podcast, and founder of Gospel Spice Ministries. She is the author of "Awaken Delight", a book that will release with IVP in July 2026. Born and raised in France, Stephanie is a former atheist whose life motto is now “God’s glory, our delight.” Having lived in four different countries on three continents, she currently resides with her family in Pennsylvania.SCRIPTURE RELATED TO EPISODE:Psalm 37 : 4RELATED LINKS:Book: Awaken DelightStephanie Rousselle's Website: Gospel SpiceTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:38 - Introducing Stephanie Rousselle03:24 - Believers Struggle to Experience Joy in God03:57 - ...identity and longing04:42 - ...why their faith is not working when they are trying so hard to please God04:55 - ...need to cultivate delight in God05:43 - Delight in God definition06:52 - ...combine the experience and the intellect09:14 - Reading through the lens of delight and deliciousness10:30 - Knowing About God vs Truly Knowing God11:45 - ...head knowledge12:17 - ...heart knowledge13:13 - ...OT: 95% "to know" is head knowledge13:20 - ...NT: 95% "to know" is heart knowledge13:54 - Delighting in God is Foundational to Spiritual Growth14:02 - ...Psalm 37:415:20 - ...God is implanting in our hearts the desire to want more of Him16:26 - Delighting in the Lord Transformed Stephanie's Life19:26 - Delighting in God During Painful Seasons20:47 - ...know God more through afflictions21:43 - ...compassion for fellow sufferers23:22 - ...thorns and pruning27:22 - God's Delight in Us28:17 - ...God's Favorite Hangout Spots31:16 - Encouragement for the Spiritually Weary35:53 - From Stephanie's Heart (and Website: gospelspice.com/awakendelight )39:05 - gospelspice.com | Awaken Delight book | podcastDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com

Dr Chris Coppernoll, Director of Spiritual Life at Silver Bay YMCA, has a heart for pastoral ministry and spiritual care. He invites pastors and ministry workers to the Pastoral Respite Program at Silver Bay YMCA in upstate New York.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:How Congregations and Leaders Can Support Their PastorsEarly Signs that a Respite Would Be BeneficialEligibility and Application for the Pastoral Respite ProgramABOUT THE GUEST: Dr Chris Coppernoll is the Director of Spiritual Life at Silver Bay YMCA, bringing 15 years of experience in higher education and pastoral ministry to this role. His expertise lies in spiritual formation and pastoral care, honed through work with students at Princeton University, Asbury Theological Seminary, and as a pastor in upstate New York.His emphasis is pastoral and clergy care. This is expressed through the Pastoral Respite Program at Silver Bay YMCA in the Adirondacks of upstate New York where Spiritual Life Center staff welcome more than 1,000 pastors and their families each year.RELATED LINKS:Silver Bay YMCA Respite ProgramTIMESTAMPED SHOWNOTES:00:38 - Introducing Dr Chris Coppernoll01:38 - How Congregations and Leaders Can Support Their Pastors02:22 - ...things to keep in mind02:29 - ...one-two weeks for respite breaks per year (not vacation)04:24 - ...encourage your pastor to set boundaries around their time05:26 - ...encourage congregations to volunteer to serve in ministry07:33 - Early Signs that a Respite Would Be Beneficial07:47 - ...emotional indicators09:11 - ...behavioral indicators11:57 - ...differences in relationships and interactions15:41 - ECFA and caring for pastors18:00 - Idea and Vision for Pastoral Respite Program at Silver Bay YMCA21:17 - Eligibility and Application for the Pastoral Respite Program23:03 - Value of a Respite Stay25:33 - Favorite Ways to Enjoy Silver Bay28:52 - Silver Bay Loves to Welcome Respite Guests29:53 - ...silverbay.org30:08 - Books on Amazon, ChristianBookDID YOU APPRECIATE THIS PODCAST? Checkout previous episodes, leave a review, drop us a note or support the mission here: oururbanvoices.com