Encouragement Cafe

April 2, 2021 Speaker: Luann Prater & Allison Harrison The faithfulness of God is on display as Luann and Allison recall personal stories of God showing up in their past and even as Allison faced recent loss.

March 26, 2021 Speaker: Luann Prater & Allison Harrison Finding hope even in the midst of grief, Allison offers key lessons from her story and journey. Luann and Allison talk about the practical and tangible ways to still experience the closeness of Christ during difficult seasons.

March 12, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills We are all one click away from making a lasting impression. Luann and Theresa discuss the slippery slope that is social media.

March 5, 2021 Speaker: Luann Prater & Holly Holton The voices of our children can be raw and unfiltered to the point of leveling us emotionally. Luann and Holly look at the importance of listening to those we love when they seek to speak truth into our lives.

February 26, 2021 Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen It's time to get smart about your money. Luann and Rachel discuss how to make good decisions about your finances.

February 19, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen It can be hard living an authentic life in an airbrushed, lit-just-right, look-at-my-great-life, selfie-culture. Luann and Rachel talk about trying to be and not just seem.

February 12, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen What's the thing you want to change or the thing God's nudged you to do that you don't think is possible? Luann and Rachel discuss the one thing change always requires.

February 5, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills There are seasons where we simply need the quiet. Luann and Theresa discuss Psalm 46:10 and how we can let God minister to our souls.

January 29, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Holly Holton Not every journey toward faith is typical. Luann and Holly discuss Holly's new book, why she wrote it, and why it matters for those struggling with faith.

January 22, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Holly Holton Are you feeling lost and alone? Luann and Holly share their thoughts and feelings on struggling with unintended alone time.

January 15, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills It's so easy to complain when life doesn't go the way we had hoped. Luann and Theresa look to Daniel as an example to all of us who choose to serve the God of the universe and the people He has placed in our paths.

January 8, 2021 Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen Sometimes it just feels easier to stay put than to step outside of our comfort zones. Luann and Rachel discuss the importance of trying new things in the New Year.

January 1, 2021 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills Pray and Fast. Luann and Theresa talk about the benefits of fasting in a spiritually productive way.

December 25, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills We don't always recognize when God is working in our lives. Luann and Theresa discuss how God uses each of us in every season.

Are you brave enough to slow down? Luann and Rachel chat about embracing life's slower pace in 2021.

December 11, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen Where you put your trust says a lot about your faith. Luann and Rachel look at the fundamentals of trusting in the Lord in all circumstances.

December 4, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills The realities of life can lead us to doubt and fear. Luann and Theresa discuss the complexities of our human frailty and how we can find reassurance by leaning on God's promises.

November 27, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen How are you spending your time? Luann and Rachel talk about finding balance between our personal time and the demands of life.

November 20, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Holly Holton What are you running toward? Luann and Holly discuss the importance of being cheered on and the power of cheering for others as we run the race of life.

November 13, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills Are you listening to others with intent? Luann and Theresa talk about the art of being a good listener.

October 30, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Holly Holton We all have our crazy moments. Luann and Holly share their thoughts on mental fatigue and how to cope with life's little stressors.

October 23, 2020 Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen Life is full of lessons. But sometimes life moves so fast, and gets so complicated, it's hard to absorb and remember them. Luann talks with Rachel about how to keep perspective and remember.

October 16, 2020 - Speaker: Luann Prater & Holly Holton Bad news can lead to fear. Luann and Holly discuss letting go of fear and running toward the arms of God.

October 9, 2020 Speaker: Luann Prater & Theresa Mills God uses everything… but what does that mean? Luann and Theresa talk about God's faithfulness in the storm and why you can trust in Him.

October 2, 2020 Speaker: Luann Prater & Rachel Olsen Respect… what does it mean to you? Luann and Rachel discuss what the Bible says about respect and being respectful.