ORW Podcast Episode #18, Meet the Team: Stephane Ughetto  SEASON 1 FINALE   Stephane Ughetto has been working in kitchens and restaurants since he was a young boy and has always had a passion for working with people and food.  He opened his first restaurant with his dad at 21, he spent 25 years managing the Glen Arven Country Club (the 3rd oldest contiuously open golf course in the country), and is currently the ORW Chef.  He is a yoga instructor and co-owner of Southern Bleu Catering Inc.  He is married with two children.  In this episode, David and Stephane talk about Stephane's growing up years, some of the incredible connections and opportunities he's had over the years, the incredible impact food and time at the table can have, and how Jesus has led him through the years ultimately to a fresh new level of faith.   Make sure you are following us on social media and have your notifications turned on for whatever platform you enjoy the podcast so you don't miss when we come back with Season 2!   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org       Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #17, Alumni Spotlight: Tyler Sharpe   Tyler Sharpe spent a little over 4 years in the Marine Corps primarily in Recon.  His MOS certifications also included rifleman, missileman, and water survival instructor.  Tyler deployed twice to Afghanistan and earned combat action ribbons both times.    In this episode, David and Tyler talk about Tyler's growing up years, his time in service, and the struggles that he had following his second deployment that led to him getting out of the Marines.  They discuss the hole that so many warriors find themselves in and how his Drop Zone changed his life.   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org     Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #16, Meet the Team: Daniel Strong   Daniel Strong spent 10 years in the Marine Corps as a machine gunner and infantry unit leader.  He quickly rose to Staff Sergeant through multiple combat deployments and was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal for Valor and the Marine Corps Achievement Medal for Valor.  He received two Purple Hearts for injuries sustained in combat.  He was medically retired and eventually became a JROTC instructor.  He has been married for 19 years and has 4 children.     In this episode, Daniel shares his story, how he stuggled with a traumatic childhood, intense combat, and eventually a shut down heart.  He reveals how Jesus met him at his Drop Zone and now the incredible adventure that God is calling him into.   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org   Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #15, Fatherhood   David Body is joined by Jordan Fulton and Tim Harting for this Father's Day special.  In this episode, David, Jordan, and Tim discuss the effects of fatherlessness in our society, how fathers and father figures have impacted their own life, how Jesus reflected the Father's heart, and how crucial it is for men to reflect the heart of the Father to their children and to those who don't have father figures in their lives.     For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org       Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #14, Conquering Average   ORW Podcast Host, David Body, is joined by ORW Executive Director of Operations, Jordan Fulton.     In this episode, David and Jordan talk about the dangers of settling for mediocrity in our spiritual walk, what the Bible says we are called to walk in, what it looks like to pursue the more that Jesus has for us, and how important it is to always keep pushing our expectations forward.   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org     Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #13, Alumni Spotlight: Adam Hibbitt   Adam Hibbitt spent 7 years in the Air Force, starting out in Security Forces and ended up spending 2 years as a Raven.  After he got out of the military he became a law enforcement officer where he has been for 16 years.  He's been married for 12 years and has 3 children.   In this episode, David talks to Adam about his growing up years, his time in service, and the transition into law enforcement with all of its similarities and struggles.  Adam also shares about his Drop Zone experience and his keys to staying free.   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org   Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #12, The Drop Zone   In this episode, David Body sits down with ORW Founder and President Paul Lavelle, ORW Executive Director of Operations Jordan Fulton, ORW Facilitator Tim Farley, ORW Facilitator Mike Elrod, and ORW Chef Stephane Ughetto to talk about what a Drop Zone is.  They discuss where the concept came from, the importance of the process, and the incredible transformation that occurs for each attendee.     For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org  Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #10, Alumni Spotlight: Marty Nelson  Marty spent 23.5 years in the Coast Guard, 17 of them as a rescue swimmer.  Shortly after his time in service, he was diagnosed with cancer and was then faced with a whole new set of challenges.   In this episode, David talks to Marty about his time in the Coast Guard, his challenging battle against cancer, how his Drop Zone changed his life, and how Jesus physically healed him!   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org   Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #10, Meet the Team: Bill Strouse Bill Strouse spent 18 years as a USAF Pararescueman (PJ) before being medically retired.  He went on 5 combat deployments and received numerous awards including the Air Medal with Valor.  He is married with 5 kids and is currently a facilitator on the ORW team.   In this episode, David talks to Bill about his experiences during his time in service, how his Drop Zone drastically changed the course of his life, and now what it looks like to walk with purpose and enjoy life.   For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]

ORW Podcast Episode #9, Meet the Team: John Williams John is a Drop Zone Facilitator for Operation Restored Warrior and spent 30 years in the Coast Guard.  After some time as a 'non-rate' he spent 12 years as a rescue swimmer and 16 years as a special agent.  He retired as CW4.   In this episode, David talks to John about his story, what led him to the Coast Guard, his incredible opportunities during his career, and the toll that dealing with rescues, death, and then criminal situations as an investigator took on his heart.  He shares how Jesus transformed his life and how Jesus is using him now to bring healing to others. You can get a glimpse into John's Drop Zone experience in this incredible episode of the Kingdom Life series on TBN: https://watch.tbn.org/videos/kingdom-life-prophecy  I encourage you to watch the entire episode but the portion that features ORW starts around 33 minutes in.  We are so thankful for our ally Shane Sooter and the amazing job he did in capturing the Drop Zone experience.  For more information about Operation Restored Warrior, please visit www.operationrestoredwarrior.org Questions?  Comments?  Want to share your story?  Email us at [email protected]