Faith on the Journey: Conversations with Jocelyn

Heather is a multiple attempt suicide survivor and believes if you wake up breathing, that's GODS proof to you to keep going. She has dedicated her life to helping those going thru a mentally difficult time who have attempted or contemplated suicide.  In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Heather shares practical steps that you can take to support someone who is struggling with thoughts of...

In this powerful episode, Rev. Jocelyn Jones sits down with Amanda Blackwood, a courageous survivor of human trafficking turned international advocate, author, and artist. Amanda shares her harrowing experiences, detailing her escape, the process of recovery, and the inspiring journey of reclaiming her life. Now, Amanda's unwavering faith shines through her activism, writing, and artistic expr...

In this episode, Rev. Jocelyn sits down with LaTrice “Elle” Davis, who after unexpectedly losing her husband several years ago, discovered her inner resiliency and embarked on a transformative journey. LaTrice shares her personal experiences and how she found the strength to not only overcome her own challenges but also inspire others to tap into their inner resilience. Through their insightful co...

In this inspiring episode of "Faith on the Journey," we sit down with Rose Anne Forte, who bravely opens up about her former addiction to alcohol while serving in church leadership.  Rose takes us on her personal journey, sharing the pivotal moment when she found herself at a crossroad and had to make a life-altering choice. She recounts her challenging path to recovery and the transform...

Join Rev. Jocelyn on this special 100th episode of Faith on the Journey as she takes a reflective journey through the captivating moments and transformative lessons shared over the course of the podcast. With gratitude, Rev. Jocelyn highlights powerful clips from her remarkable guests, celebrating their wisdom and the incredible journey of faith they have embarked upon together. Podcast Highlights...

In this episode, Rev. Jocelyn interviews Debbie Ausborn, a remarkable social worker turned lawyer and experienced foster parent. Debbie shares invaluable advice on nurturing children who have experienced trauma, offering practical insights and guidance for raising children in a loving environment that builds their self esteem and fosters hope. Gain valuable tips on navigating the challenges of par...

Embark on a transformative journey with Jenna Brocious in "Reframing Love," as she unravels the intricate web of family myths that entangle our romantic lives. In this eye-opening episode, Jenna reveals the profound impact that family dynamics, such as divorce, abuse, and infidelity, can have on how we navigate love. Through her courageous story, Jenna leads us through the process of cha...

In this episode, Emily Lewis, a worthiness coach, discusses overcoming the hamster wheel of performance in the church and finding rest in God. She shares her testimony of healing from spiritual trauma and how she helps others discover their God-given identity. Podcast Highlights 01:57 How religious Trauma and Performance Mindset look like 03:49 Overcoming spiritual abuse in church 06:03 Concepts w...

Dr. Tiffany, a pastor and host of the Tasty Tibbits podcast, shares her experience of healing from childhood sexual abuse. In this episode, she offers encouragement to others who may be going through a similar journey. She also emphasizes the importance of seeking counseling and being kind to oneself in the healing process. Podcast Highlights 02:00 The impact of sexual abuse at young age 05:37 How...

In this episode, Johnny Sanders, a licensed professional counselor discusses his personal experiences that led him to pursue Christ-centered counseling. He shares how incorporating scripture and prayer into counseling sessions can be beneficial to individuals throughout the healing process.    Podcast Highlights 02:25 Transition to Christian counseling 03:32 Integrating Christianity into counselin...

In this episode, we welcome Kandis Draw, a woman who wears many hats and has an incredible testimony. Kandis shares her personal experience of unexpectedly losing her sister due to liver failure at a young age of 22. She highlights the importance of allowing ourselves space to feel our emotions and reminds us that grief is a natural expression of the love we had for the person we lost. Through her...

Wendy Wallace's life was changed forever when she caught an infection that resulted in a 3-month hospital stay and a quadruple amputation.  In this episode, she shares how God helped her survive eight years of tremendous grief, and restored her joy and hope for the future.  Now she is serving as a Christian Living and Positivity coach, helping other women to discover how they can live an excep...

Racial trauma wounds the souls of the oppressed.  In this episode, we wrestle with the negative impact of racial trauma, and explore the road towards healing with Dr. Ericka Elion.   Podcast Highlights 00:40 Soul Trauma and the Impact of Racism on Black and Brown Individuals 09:49  What is soul trauma? 11:08 The effects of soul trauma and how it manifest 12:14  How trauma healing groups can help...

Why do we say “I’m good” when we are really not? Most of us go our entire life responding to people with a scripted answer. But when it comes to our mental health, we need to learn to be honest about how we truly feel so we can get the help we need. Join us for a rich conversation with therapist and podcast host Molly Jameson, where we explore the importance removing our mask and admitting when we...

Grieving a loved one doesn’t end at the funeral; it’s just beginning.  Carole Sluski’s daughter died unexpectedly over 30 years ago.  She shares her testimony of surviving the unbearable grief she felt in this episode of Faith on the Journey.    Subscribe/Rate   Never miss an episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find our community by taking a few moments to leave a...

Carrie E. Pierce is a ghostwriter, author, and publisher who has seen firsthand how sharing your story via a book can be a large part of your healing journey. On top of your book helping you, your story most certainly will help others on their own healing journeys. Unfortunately, many people who want to share their stories don’t know where to begin. Carrie will discuss the role a book can play in...

Men hurt too.  Yet, they often carry their pain in silence.  Michael Byrd, retreat leader with The Crucible Project, speaks about the importance of men finding safe spaces to talk about their pain so they can begin to heal.   Podcast Highlights 02:37 What are Christian retreats and what do they do? 03:43 Barriers that discourage men to be vulnerable in finding safe spaces 06:02 How to handle misc...

We all have emotions.  Sometimes the feelings we have don’t feel good.  But instead of judging our emotions, Shonie Purnell encourages us to explore them.  Join us for an authentic conversation with Shonie Purnell about the process of becoming intune with our emotions, so we can move forward on our healing journey. Podcast Highlights 01:50 Experiences that could affect your emotions 09:09 Healing...

Injustice fuels trauma and the impact of trauma can be passed down from generation to generation.  Rev. Lauren Kigweba James speaks about her family's experience with generational trauma and her passion for fighting for social justice so that others can experience healing. Podcast Highlights 01:52 How generational trauma affects individuals 05:35 What is healing justice? 09:29 What is healing...

Sometimes our family members or friends like to blame us for their problems or mistakes, but there can come a point in our lives where we are no longer going to allow them to use us as their scapegoat. Beth Pace talks about her experience as the scapegoat in her family and the process of healing from that season in her life. Podcast Highlights 01:28 The scapegoat child 09:01 Getting support from...

People come to the church for healing, so it’s time for faith communities to step up and meet that need. Join us for a rich conversation with Rev. Tennille Power on the steps that faith communities can to become a Trauma Healing Church. Podcast Highlights 03:16 How trauma impact the community 05:36 Dealing with the pandemic trauma 09:07 Creating a space of healing for people 12:10 Church trauma an...

Leaders are often expected to be superhuman in certain work environments, but they are impacted by the trauma around them just like everyone else.  In this episode, we talk about the impact of collective leadership trauma, and creating work environments where all people (including our leaders) are cared for. Podcast Highlights 01:26 Dealing with trauma when in leadership 02:54 Societal expectation...

Navigating a toxic work environment can leave us with several battle scars, but if we take the necessary steps to start our healing journey, we can arise from that difficult circumstance a better person.  Elaine Robinson Beattie speaks about the process of healing from Toxic Work Culture in this episode of Faith on the Journey. Podcast Highlights 03:46 Elements of a toxic work environment 04:50 Ex...

Trauma can change how you see yourself, others, and God.  Thankfully, God has the power to restore, heal, and help us see that the trauma we experienced is not our identity.  Karen Pina speaks about the importance of understanding your true identity in this episode of Faith on the Journey. Podcast Highlights 03:13 Things that lead to childhood trauma 05:56 The healing process 10:57 Why trauma does...

About 9% of the US Population (28.8 million Americans) have an eating disorder. Yet, this is a struggle that is often navigated in the dark.  Kristy Goodwin brings to light the struggles of overcoming an eating disorder and offers words of encouragement to those who are also on their journey of recovery. Podcast Highlights 03:21 Behavior that may lead to eating disorders 04:12 Different types of e...