This Is Her Story

Welcome back! I'm taking a short reprive from our neurodivergent series. I met Pastor Jessica Broich at the WHWC conference in March. We have a fun and inspiring conversation about discernment and using our imaginations to engage God. Jessica has several ways that you can connect with her ministry. You can check out her websites below.  Meet Pastor Jessica Broich here Class on encountering God thr...

Welcome back! Please welcome Pastor Tammy Herbert from Alberta, Canada. In this episode, we talk about learning creative ways to shepherd those who are neurodivergent. Even as we move into this post-pandemic world, we may see the culture shift in such a way that even neurotypical persons would benefit from innovative approaches in ministry.    Here are some resources mentioned in the episode: Type...

Welcome back! Let's talk about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and the use of medication. We also discuss the benefits of getting tested and how ND people are a gift to the world. Check out this book recommendation and TedTalk about Temple Grandin. She is autistic and a Professor of Animal Science. Temple uses her gifts to bring innovative solutions to the livestock industry. ...

Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I talk with Pastor Jesse about being diagnosed with ASD as an adult. We talk about pastoral care, higher education, and finding a diagnosis as an adult. It is an honest and candid look at finding our gifts and graces along the way.  You can follow his FaceBook page below: Neurodivergent Clergy Here is a book recommendation on ASD: Look Me in the Eye   www.th...

Here we go! Let's talk about neurodivergent clergy. In this episode, I highlight ASD, ADHD, and SPD. I talk about what these look like in my life and give some resources. Check out the links below and watch for parts 2-5. Divergent Mind: Thriving in a World that wasn't Designed for You - Nerenberg Mom on the Spectrum How to ADHD Embrace Autism (test)  ADHD self-assessment  www.thisisherstory.life...

Welcome back! I want you to meet my new friend, Sara Im. She is a motivational speaker who tells her story of surviving genocide. We talk about her journey from Cambodia to the U.S. as well as how the Chuch can minister to refugees. You can connect with her below.  Sara Im, DTM Inspirational Speaker/Author www.saraim.com  Find her book here    www.thisisherstory.life www.joanncbastien.com

Thank you for 5K downloads! You helped the podcast reach a new milestone. Please keep sharing.    In this episode, I talk with Pastor Erin Taylor who is the lead pastor of Alma Church of God (Anderson). We talk about maximizing your ministry through networking and leveraging relationships. We also discuss her adoption path and what she discovered along the way.    www.thisisherstory.life www.joann...

Thanks for joining me and welcome back! Please welcome my new friend, Dr. Heather McCance. She is an Anglican Priest in Canada on the East Coast. We talk about forced change, mentoring, and cheerleading among other things.    Thanks for sharing the podcast and helping me reach (nearly) 5K downloads! Enjoy. Montreal School of Theology  Dr. Heather McCance How to Lead When You Don't Know Where You'r...

Welcome back, friends! Thanks for joining me and happy new year! Pastor April Fiet co-pastors in Nebraska with her husband. She recently published her first book called, The Sacred Pulse. We talk about ministry, writing, and asking deeper questions. You can find her book below. You can also find her on Instagram. Pastor April Fiet @aprilfiet The Sacred Pulse  Land of Big Numbers Radiant Church   ...

Here are my top ten reads of the year. You can listen to my list for 2020 here and you can read my lists for 2018 & 2019 here.  Educated by Tara Westover With by Skye Jethani Find Your Leadership Voice by Kadi Cole Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel Permission to Grieve by Shelby Forsythia Radiant Church by Tara Beth Leach Soundtracks by Jon Acuff The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron The...

Thanks for joining me for episode 85! Christine Wood is an author and pastor in Australia. We met through Hope Writers which is an online writing community. We talk about pastoring, writing, and traveling. Check out her book below and connect with her on Instagram.  Instagram living_with_margins  All is Calm (book) Hope Writers  www.thisisherstory.life www.joanncbastien.com

Welcome back! Shout out to my new friend, Pastor Kris Beckert! We recorded this several weeks ago and I am finally publishing it. Pastor Kris is a lead pastor in Pennsylvania and a trainer with Fresh Expressions. We talk about church planting, APEST, and giving people permission to try new things.  You can connect with her on Facebook or Tik Tok.  www.thisisherstory.life  www.joanncbastien.com

Welcome back, friends! Whoa, it's been awhile. Let's talk about church planting models and assessment centers. Check out the links below, especially Pastor Ellis Benton's podcast, The Nazarene Church Planting Podcast.  The Nazarene Church Planting Podcast  Dynamic Church Planting International (DCPI)  Stadia Church Planting  ACR Churches  Fresh Expressions  Fresh Expression Books  A Church Called...

Hey friends! Welcome back to the podcast. In this episode, I interview Pastor Tara Beth Leach. She is on staff at Christ Church in Oakbrook, Illinois. Tara Beth is also the author of three books; Emboldened, Radiant Church, and 40 Days on Being an Enneagram Six. We mostly discuss Radiant Church and making decisions as an enneagram six. However, we also share about pastoring while grieving. It is a...

So many good things in this episode! I could have made the title much longer. We talk about lifelong learning and submitting to the process. We also discuss the differences between Wesleyan-Holiness and American-Holiness, and why it matters.    Here are some links to things mentioned in the podcast: Models of Evangelism (Pope-Levison)  Trevecca Nazarene Community Church  InterVarsity Press  www.th...

Please welcome my new friend, Pastor Aeysha Young to the podcast! She is a pastor at Kentwood Community Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We talk about small groups and creating community. She also shares about being a single pastor during a pandemic. It's a fun episode, but we had a little Zoom trouble. You know how that goes! It will still bless you.  Connect with me here: www.joanncbastien.com...

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss the new podcast, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, and the book, The Infinite Game. Let's talk about how our finite game theory approach has set us up to create a culture that cultivates leaders like Mark Driscoll. Then let's do some soul searching and see how we might be the solution to the problem.  Stuff mentioned in this episode: The Rise and Fall of Mars...

Please welcome Pastor Amber Kunkel to the podcast! She is an ordained minister in the Wesleyan Church and a military chaplain. Amber is also the Conference Director for the Wesleyan Holiness Women Clergy Conference.  We talk about when you don't know what God is calling you to. We also talk about the third option that we usually never see coming. And we discuss seasons of wilderness. Hang in there...

Welcome back, friends! Are you ready for this? Pastor Christine Hung is the Director of Pastoral Development on the Nazarene Northern California District. Previously, she was the campus pastor of Trinity Church Rowland Heights (CA). We have a great conversation about lifelong learning as pastors. We also discuss the NOW Movement which is a grassroots movement pursuing justice issues. You can find...

A shout out to my friends in the Philippines! Kevin and Janet Wilkins are laypeople doing Kingdom work in the Asia Pacific region. We talk about the pandemic in the Philippines and how the Church has rallied to minister in their communities. We also talk about human trafficking and poverty issues. I want you to be encouraged to respond to God's call on your life as laypeople or ministers. He is st...

We need your voice! I also talk about Beth Moore on the Carey Nieuwhof podcast (episode 380). It's a must-listen.    You are also invited to join me on a 90 Day Leadership Challenge for women. Register here.    www.joanncbastien.com  www.thisisherstory.life  THIS IS HER STORY Facebook page

Welcome back, friends! Rev. Rose Brower Young is a District Superintendent for the Church of the Nazarene in Canada. We have a thoughtful conversation about living in the borderlands of our culture. Since our culture is now post-Christian, how are we going to be relevant in our communities?  You are also invited to join my 90-day leadership challenge. Let's level up and strengthen our leadership v...

Please welcome Pastor Sharon Norman back to the podcast! My friend never disappoints. We talk about doing life in the community, spiritual pimps, and the Church as an outpost. Lots of good stuff.  www.joanncbastien.com www.thisisherstory.life  Pastor Sharon Norman on Instagram

Welcome back, friends! I have missed you. I have been busy with Lent, Easter, and denominational meetings. But I am excited about this episode. Janel Ramsey is the podcast co-host of Brew Theology. We discuss her book, Women Experiencing Faith, and this idea of embodiment, including the influence of Purity Culture on the church. Janel shares her story of deconstruction and the process that helped...

Please welcome Dr. Carla Sunberg to the podcast! She is the 43rd General Superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene (2017). Dr. Sunberg was a missionary in Russia just after the Iron Curtain fell. We talk about missional mindset and waiting on God. We also talk about preparing for the new normal.  I also share about the Wesley Holiness Women Clergy conference coming in March 2022. You can find m...