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Anna Nash shares about the season of life she is in and the transitions the Lord is bringing her way. Grab a warm cup of goodness and cozy in with us as we speak with her today.

In this conversation with Datha and Kathryn, they discuss the importance of community among women, the birth of a women's conference aimed at empowering women, and the role of faith in personal development. Datha emphasizes the significance of encouragement, connection, and the Holy Spirit in navigating life's challenges, particularly during waiting seasons. The discussion highlights the need for...

Liz is walking in her purpose with Grace Klein being able to help out in the community and thrive in marketplace ministry. We discussed the verse proverbs 3:5-6 as a way of life. She is learning to trust in the father’s provision in her day-to-day life, which includes ministry, being a wife, and mother to three girls. Liz wears a lot of hats and we are so thankful she is part of the Beacon people...

Join us as we listen to Anna talk about the miracle of the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, and the importance of staying connected. Remember, our part is to believe and receive! Verses For reflection: 2 Peter 1:3,4 Ephesians 2:10 Psalm 139 Genesis 2:18 Hebrews 10:24-25 Collossians1:19,20 Colossians 2:12-14 Ephesians 2:18 We would love for you to join us at a Beacon People Coffee & Connections...

Let's listen in as Anna challenges us to ask the question, What if you don't actually need what you think you do? Here are some key points we'll learn: What we think we need Vs. What God knows we need Key verses: Matthew 6:8 your father knows what you need before you ask him. Philippians 4:19 My God will supply every need according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Hebrews 4:6 Let us then wi...

Kathryn Hall encourages fellow purpose-seekers with an honest and raw conversation about her own journey. With twists and turns, and through deserts and gardens, Kathryn's story shouts of God's Fatherly goodness towards her (and us all). Kathryn's life also reminds us that crucial development is happening in our wilderness seasons. "He turned the desert into pools of water and the...

When you hear Jackie's Champion's testimony, it's not hard to connect the dots of how she finds incredible purpose in her work as Engagement Specialist with the Alabama Baptist Children's Homes. We are so grateful that Jackie was willing to share her personal testimony as a child who suffered abuse but ultimately experienced God's redemption and restoration for herself and multiple generations in...

Let's consider our calling in light of Thanksgiving! Anna Nash helps us move past "I should be more thankful" into the freedom to enjoy what God is doing this Thanksgiving season. Let's SEE how! S - Seek : "You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:13 E - Expect : "But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of s...

Do you have a dream of turning your hobby into your profession? Listen in as Anna Nash talks with Tracy Riggs Frontz about how God opened up doors for her to do just that! Tracy is a talented writer and photographer who tells us that it is not an easy road, but God is faithful. "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 Learn more and connect with Tra...

Anna Nash , founder of Beacon People, shared an encouraging talk at our last Coffee and Connection event about the importance of togetherness. She mentioned three main benefits of coming together: - Align with Your Design : Coming together allows you to align with how God uniquely designed you. - Abide in God's Purposes : Regular connection with others helps you abide in God's calling and...

How do you explain God to a toddler? Anna Nash and Jane Lazenby took on the challenge to help young children see God in their brand new book, You Can See Him . You might know Anna as the founder and director of Beacon People or as an author of Bible study and devotional books , but you may not know her as "Nanna Anna," which is what her grandchildren call her. Anna first saw the need for...

If you need an injection of inspiration today, then this episode is for you! What could possibly make Kathryn Tortorici say that breast cancer was a gift to her? Listen to find out how God used this tragedy in the lives of Nancy Bynon and Kathryn Tortorici, best friends with breast cancer at the same time. You can get your own copy of Kathryn and Nancy's award-winning book, Two by Two: Convers...

In today's episode, Marnie Clark talks with Ryan Graham and Cristy Swint of RamLea Partners about a different yet effective type of corporate coaching. After a decade of prayer, God brought these two ladies together for a mission to cultivate "connection growth" in the corporate world. "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people li...

At our last Coffee & Connection event at Workshop Local , Anna Nash shared some vulnerable and comical personal stories of her own tendency towards multi-tasking, helping us get to the heart of why so many of us struggle in this area. Anna also gave us some practical tips to help us move to a more peaceful, slower pace as we seek to live a more purposeful life. Learn with us: "So here’s w...

At Beacon People we talk a lot about purpose and the privilege of growing God's Kingdom, and one way we get to do that is through parenting. Lauren McKenzie, M.A., C.P.C. is an adult-child relationship strategist. Adults get emotionally worn out when kids are difficult to deal with, and this wreaks havoc in every area of their lives. Using a proven framework, she shows grown ups how to take co...

Anna Nash helped us take a fresh look at determining our why and why it is important our last  ⁠Coffee and Connections event⁠  at the  ⁠Workshop⁠  in Birmingham. Join us on this episode for some inspiration and practical help for your journey of purpose in God's Kingdom. Learn along with us on this episode: 2 Corinthians 9:8 Proverbs 16:11 Isaiah 55:8-11 John 10:10 Roman 15:13 Isaiah 43:1 Ques...

We are kicking off our Conversations with Coaches series with Brigett Buice , a faith-based stress and nutrition coach and owner of Experience Calm Coaching . Brigett helps us understand the importance of taking care of ourselves as a whole as we are seeking to live each day with purpose. In addition to inspiring us to rest as God guides our paths, Brigett gives us practical tips to take care of o...

Marnie Clark talks with Melody Lovvorn, coach, writer, podcaster, and creator of a compatibility app for young people. She recently published a book called, Signals of Love: Guiding You Towards Successful Relationships Using the Traffic Light Approach. Melody shares how God has helped her learn to embrace both her strengths and weaknesses on her journey through the many unexpected twists and turns...

Beacon People's Creative Director, Amy Anderson talks with Lucy Farmer, who you may know as Lucy's Inspired from Instagram. She is an eclectic creative who simply cannot be put into a box. Lucy shares how God is currently teaching her to rest and helps us see the value of creating regardless of the outcome of any one creative pursuit. "Come to Me, all who labor and are heavy laden, an...

Beacon People's Creative Director, Amy Anderson talks with Kristin Walker, a creative who loves problem solving. Kristin shares how God is currently teaching her to create without the end-goal of selling. She is a long-time friend of Beacon People, providing so much encouragement to our community. Kristin is a very talented creative, from restoring furniture, photography, painting and more. Yo...

Today, Marnie Clark talks with Janie Robbins , interior designer and owner of Walls that Breathe, a company that helps people remember God's Word through beautiful wallpaper and fabric. For your own study: 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Timothy 3:16 Isaiah 55:10-11 Genesis 1:1 Ephesians 2:10 Janie has a podcast called Design Your Home Without Hiring a Designer . You can see some of Janie's work at our up...

Welcome to our brand new Conversations with Creatives series! Today, Marnie Clark talks with our new Creative Director at Beacon People, Amy Anderson . Amy is a visual artist and arts educator based in the Birmingham, AL metro area who specializes in painting abstract florals, the human form, and local city scenes. She also offers artist coaching packages to help creatives get started in business...

Anna Nash shared an encouraging message at our latest Coffee and Connections event at the Workshop in Birmingham and we want to share it with you! Anna helps us explore the significance of living intentionally in the present, aligning our daily moments with God's calling on our lives. For your own study: Isaiah 43 Ephesians 4:16b Psalm 90:12 Jeremiah 29:12,13 We want you to join us at our next...

Closing out the series of pathFinder, we will discover that treasures can be found every day in different ways. Purpose is not found in a vocation, a mission, starting a nonprofit or developing a new idea etc. When you peer into God’s Word you find out that He has made you for His  purposes. You can also begin to understand that purpose is found most deeply by knowing your Purpose Giver. Connectin...

If God is your creator and has given you work to do on earth, for your joy, and His glory, you can connect with Him to receive what He has for you through His Son, Jesus. He is our commissioner and it is a joy when we realize He loves us and cares for us enough to give us opportunity each day to serve Him. In this chapter, we will talk about what your personal mission is and how to carry that out...