DoorWays® Ministry Podcast

Infidelity shatters trust, but it doesn't have to end the story. In this powerful episode, Dr. Bill Buker unpacks the root causes of marital affairs and offers a redemptive path forward. With wisdom and compassion, he explores how couples can rebuild connection, restore trust, and experience deeper intimacy through forgiveness and faith.

Why Most Couples Struggle With Money, and How to Fix It Chris and Betty Jo Anderson share how couples can manage money with wisdom, unity, and purpose. Using their "FINANCES" framework, eight practical & biblical principles,  they offer tools for budgeting, saving, giving, and growing together to build a stronger financial foundation and marriage.

Pete and Mary Kay Blum share insights from their 40-year marriage, focusing on spiritual, soul, and body oneness. They explore how deep intimacy grows through spiritual connection, secure attachment, and mutual enjoyment. Addressing common challenges like communication and unforgiveness, they offer practical wisdom on aligning marriage with God’s design, emphasizing that listening is one of the gr...

Patti Schatzmann shares her journey as the wife of a man who battled a 40-year porn addiction before finding healing and becoming a missionary. She opens up about the impact on her trust and self-worth, and the challenges of confronting addiction in marriage. Patti offers hope, practical advice, and encouragement for anyone facing similar struggles.

David Schatzmann opens up about his 40-year battle with pornography addiction, how it began in childhood, how it nearly destroyed his marriage, and how healing finally came through honesty, accountability, and faith. A powerful story of hope, restoration, and real freedom.

Dr. Jason and Robyn Fullerton, pastors of Spirit Church in Bartlesville, explore intimacy in marriage beyond the physical. They emphasize vulnerability, authenticity, and Christ-centered connection, offering practical insight for building deeper relationships.

Dan and Mandy Wootton, lead pastors at Carbondale Assembly of God in Tulsa, Oklahoma, share their experiences as the parents of four children. The Woottons discuss their journey from friendship to marriage, their decision to have a large family, and the impact of children on their relationship.  Dan and Mandy provide advice for single and married individuals aspiring to be parents, highlighting th...

Conflict, Communication, and Connection Darren McKinnis, a Gottman Certified therapist, joins Ric Shields to discuss common disagreements in marriage and strategies for managing them. Darren explains that many conflicts are unresolvable, requiring couples to find workarounds and communicate from the heart.  The episode concludes with encouragement to listen with open ears and hearts, fostering dee...

On this episode, Pastor Phil Taylor brings decades of experience in church doctrine and family relations to the topic of marriage. The discussion delves into the evolving societal views on marriage and emphasizes the importance of marriage as a covenant for Christ followers. Ric Shields and Pastor Taylor advocate for the spiritual and communal aspects of marriage, underscoring the shared memories...

In this kickoff episode of the DoorWays® Ministry Network’s marriage series, host Ric Shields talks with Pastor Phil Taylor about the question: “Why get married?” Drawing from decades of pastoral experience and 50 years of marriage, Pastor Phil shares biblical insight on marriage as a God-ordained covenant, not just a social contract.

In this episode, Summer Wyers, MS, LPC-S, discusses eating disorders. Summer emphasizes the complexity of eating disorders, their deep psychological roots, and the importance of addressing both emotional and physical aspects in treatment. The discussion also touches on the church's role in supporting individuals with eating disorders. Summer advocates for compassion, understanding, and the in...

Rachel Edwards, a licensed marriage and family therapist, joins Ric Shields on the DoorWays® Ministry Network podcast to discuss EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a specialized therapy effective in treating anxiety, PTSD, and various traumas. Rachel emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in the healing process, highlighting the importance of relationship and faith in achieving...

On this episode, Pastor Phil Taylor brings decades of experience in church doctrine and family relations to the topic of marriage. The discussion delves into the evolving societal views on marriage and emphasizes the importance of marriage as a covenant for Christ followers. Ric Shields and Pastor Taylor advocate for the spiritual and communal aspects of marriage, underscoring the shared memories...

In this episode, Ric Shields speaks with Dr. Larisa Grams, a leading mental health expert who works with veterans, about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She explains that PTSD is a natural response to trauma, which can include exposure to death, serious injury, or sexual violence.  Dr. Grams identifies PTSD symptoms and emphasizes the importance of therapy. The episode concludes with Dr. Gr...

In this episode, Ric Shields speaks with Justin Hughes, a licensed professional counselor and Jesus follower from Dallas, Texas. Justin clarifies common misconceptions about OCD, emphasizing that it involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts and compulsive behaviors aimed at alleviating distress. The conversation also touches on the strengths and weaknesses of the church in addressing mental health. Ju...

In this episode, Dr. Michelle Satterlee, a licensed psychologist at Ascension St. John in Tulsa, Oklahoma, focuses on dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder. The conversation touches on the misconceptions and stigmas surrounding DID, the potential for recovery, and the role of faith in the healing process. Dr. Satterlee emphasizes that while DID is co...

On this episode, Ric Shields interviews Linda Doak, a licensed professional counselor with 28 years of experience. Linda explains the nature of anxiety and differentiates it from stress and worry. She outlines various anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and potential causes, and describes effective treatments. Linda shares her personal experiences with anxiety, stemming from a traumatic childhood a...

Megan Daubert shares her profound journey on the DoorWays ® Ministry Network podcast, detailing the dramatic shift in her family's life after her husband Michael suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in February 2024. Once living a seemingly idyllic life in Virginia Beach, Megan now navigates the complexities of caregiving for Michael, who sustained an anoxic brain injury. Despite the physical imp...

Join host Ric Shields on the DoorWays ® Ministry Network podcast as he delves into the importance of self-care with Dr. Becky Brett, a retired family practice physician and missionary. Dr. Brett shares her experiences working in Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mexico. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care across five key areas: mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social.  Dr. B...

In this episode of the DoorWays® Ministry Network podcast, host Ric Shields and guest Pastor Phil Taylor discuss the challenges and management of depression, particularly among pastors. They emphasize the importance of mental health awareness, noting that a significant portion of the population is affected by mental illness. Pastor Phil shares personal experiences and insights on the symptoms and...

Phil Taylor is an expert on the topic of depression, though not because he has earned advanced degrees on the topic or studied it extensively. He's an expert because he has lived with depression for much of his adult life. Pastor Taylor shares his personal journey with depression, highlighting the difference between occasional sadness and debilitating clinical depression. He also shares pract...

In this episode of the Doorways Ministry Network podcast, Ric Shields speaks with Joshua and Nicole John, parents of a child who attempted suicide multiple times. The couple shares their emotional journey, discussing the unexpected challenges they faced, including the need to secure their home and the emotional toll on their family. They emphasize the importance of communication, prayer, and commu...

Dr. Steven Lahr, Medical Director of Family and Children's Services in Tulsa, discusses the importance of openly discussing suicide to reduce stigma, and common root causes of suicide. Dr. Lahr shares insights on the protective role of faith and community engagement in preventing suicide. The episode also addresses the unique challenges faced by those who have lost loved ones to suicide and o...

Greg Sutmiller is a licensed professional counselor and founder of Evolution Mental Health with offices in south Tulsa and Broken Arrow, OK. This episode focuses on substance abuse, including the dangers of alcohol and fentanyl, and the differences between substance abuse and addiction. Greg emphasizes the importance of addressing the underlying issues and changing one's lifestyle to achieve...

Dr. Allie Broaddus is an occupational therapist who specializes in developmental trauma in children. She discusses the impact of early trauma on children's development, including behavioral responses like fight, flight, and freeze, and sensory issues similar to those seen in autism. She highlights the importance of co-regulation and play in therapy, and the need for prevention through communi...