Hanging Onto Hope Podcast

Sneak peek into episodes 97 and 98 Human Trafficking Education and Prevention With Jessica and Ruth,

Brenda J and Karen W interview Lea Benson, President and Co-Founder of CeCe's Hope Center. CeCe's is a nonprofit and shelter for women ages 18-30+ recovering from human trafficking and exploitation. On the podcast, Lea talks about the services CeCe's provides. Lea also talks about healing from exploitation and some startling statistics about human trafficking everyone needs to know. Website link b...

Brenda J interviews Co-Host Karen Wonder. She tells her story and provides helpful tips and advice from her own experience towards healing.  thehotline.org 1-800-799-SAFE Domestic Violence Hotline rainn.org 1-800-656-HOPE Sexual Assault Hotline hangingontohope.org

Karen Wonder interviews Co-Host Brenda J. She tells her story and provides helpful tips and advice from her own experience towards healing. Her story involves some details of Domestic Violence and included here is the link discussed in the trigger warning. thehotline.org 1-800-799-SAFE Domestic Violence Hotline rainn.org 1-800-656-HOPE Sexual Assault Hotline hangingontohope.org

Sneak peek into Episodes 1 and 2  hangingontohope.org

Brenda J. and Karen W. are excited to present another episode of Real People, Real Voices , a series of mini podcasts focused on healing. In this series, we interview abuse survivors who are ready and willing to share their stories in hopes of bringing healing to themselves and to our listeners. In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa. Vanessa is a survivor of domestic violence, emotional abuse,...

Brenda J and Karen B welcome Gini Larsen back to the show for an honest and compassionate conversation around one of the most difficult topics for abuse and trauma survivors—forgiveness. Gini holds a meaningful place in both Brenda and Karen's lives, arranging the Mending the Soul group where Brenda and Karen first met. Gini Larsen is a certified Christian counselor with over 25 years of counselin...

Brenda J and Karen B welcome Gini Larsen back to the show for an honest and compassionate conversation around one of the most difficult topics for abuse and trauma survivors—forgiveness. Gini holds a meaningful place in both Brenda and Karen's lives, arranging the Mending the Soul group where Brenda and Karen first met. Gini Larsen is a certified Christian counselor with over 25 years of counselin...

Brenda J. and Karen B. welcome Pastor Martel of Streets of Destiny Church for a powerful New Year conversation filled with truth, hope, and encouragement. If you want to check out Streets of Destiny click below: https://www.sodgoc.org/  Pastor Martel challenges common negative attitudes toward people experiencing homelessness and invites listeners to see with compassion instead of judgment. The co...

Brenda J. and Karen B. are honored to welcome Pastor Martel Stevenson of Streets of Destiny Church for a powerful Christmas message of hope. If you want to check out Streets of Destiny click link below: https://www.sodgoc.org/ In this episode of Hanging On To Hope , Pastor Martel shares the personal story that led him into homeless ministry and how God placed a calling on his heart to serve those...

If today's episode encouraged you, visit https://deannewelsh.com for a free copy of  When God Calls a Writer: Moving Past Insecurity to Write With Confidence , and look for the private Unstoppable Writers group on Facebook.  Deanne has offered a free mini guide as a gift below: https://whengodfeelsfarawayagracefilledguideforchristianwriters-z4g.plannerpack.co/ In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen...

In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen B. welcome Deanne Welsh —spiritual coach, spiritual director, author, and founder of the Unstoppable Writers community. Deanne shares how her own story led her to support writers who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. She offers practical, faith-filled guidance for writers at every stage, including how to start when writing feels heavy from trau...

If you'd like to support the Survivors' Christmas Toy Drive the link is provided below. https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLFXBNDSB5MKM/checkout/KHHOVTIQK3P3VMRSDVXV4NJT Brenda J and Karen B welcome back Tahirah Ogletree, founder of the O.Tahirah Foundation, for a special holiday episode. Hanging Onto Hope is partnering once again with the foundation for their Survivors' Christmas Toy Drive: G...

In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen B. interview  Deenbo Kidane , Director of the Daniel Initiative , a global network of pastors and church leaders. She also serves as the Director of Children's and Youth Ministry at El Bethel Ethiopian Church . Deenbo shares her story as a 1.5-generation immigrant and how this role allows her to bridge the gap between first-generation parents and second-generat...

In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen B. interview Deenbo Kidane , Director of the Daniel Initiative , a global network of pastors and church leaders. She also serves as the Director of Children's and Youth Ministry at El Bethel Ethiopian Church . Deenbo shares her story as a 1.5-generation immigrant and how this role allows her to bridge the gap between first-generation parents and second-generati...

In this episode, Brenda J and Karen B sit down with author and speaker  Daniel Cruz to discuss his powerful new book, Don't Adopt Until You Read This Book! — Transracial Adoption: From a Biracial Adoptee's Perspective. Written from the viewpoint of a biracial adoptee , Daniel's story challenges listeners to rethink what it means to love and support adopted children — especially in transracial adop...

In this episode, Brenda J and Karen B sit down with author and speaker  Daniel Cruz to discuss his powerful new book, Don't Adopt Until You Read This Book! — Transracial Adoption: From a Biracial Adoptee's Perspective. Written from the viewpoint of a biracial adoptee , Daniel's story challenges listeners to rethink what it means to love and support adopted children — especially in transracial adop...

In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen B. talk with Joshuaan Williams, also known as Big J.—a hospitality professional, youth leader, hip-hop musician, martial artist, and boxer. Big J. shares his story of surviving an abusive relationship and being bullied, reminding us that abuse can affect anyone, regardless of gender. He opens up about his healing journey, how he recognizes and helps stop bullyi...

In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen B. sit down with Sheila Wray Gregoire-podcaster, speaker, and author of numerous books to discuss her latest work  The Marriage You Want , co-written with her husband. Drawing from a survey of 7,000 women, Sheila brings actual data to the conversation about what makes a healthy marriage. Together, they explore how moving beyond traditional stereotypes and embra...

In this episode, Brenda J. and Karen B. sit down with Sheila Wray Gregoire-podcaster, speaker, and author of numerous books to discuss her latest work  The Marriage You Want , co-written with her husband. Drawing from a survey of 7,000 women, Sheila brings actual data to the conversation about what makes a healthy marriage. Together, they explore how moving beyond traditional stereotypes and embra...

Docuseries and app Now Available! For a discount click: https://www.thereligionbusiness.com/purchase/HOTH42 Brenda J and Karen B wrap up their final discussion in The Religion Business series, diving into episodes five through 7. Jessica and Mandy, both nonprofit founders, join them as they share their final thoughts, unfiltered reactions, and honest reflections. Mandy also serves on the board of...

Docuseries and app Now Available! For a discount click: https://www.thereligionbusiness.com/purchase/HOTH42 Brenda J and Karen B wrap up their final discussion in The Religion Business series, diving into episodes five through 7. Jessica and Mandy, both nonprofit founders, join them as they share their final thoughts, unfiltered reactions, and honest reflections. Mandy also serves on the board of...

Docuseries and app Now Available! For a discount click: https://www.thereligionbusiness.com/purchase/HOTH42 Brenda J and Karen B wrap up their final discussion in The Religion Business series, diving into episodes five through 7. Jessica and Mandy, both nonprofit founders, join them as they share their final thoughts, unfiltered reactions, and honest reflections. Mandy also serves on the board of...

We all want to feel a little lighter, a little brighter, and a little happier in our everyday lives. In this episode, Brenda J and Karen B share eight simple, practical ways you can boost your mood, shift your perspective, and find joy in the small moments. These are ideas anyone can try—whether it's about slowing down, practicing gratitude, or adding something life-giving to your daily rhythm. Tu...

Brenda J. and Karen B. sit down with Dr. Andrew J. Bauman, a licensed mental health counselor and founder of the Christian Counseling Center: For Sexual Health and Trauma, to discuss his book Safe Church: How to Guard Against Sexism and Abuse in Christian Communities. In this episode, Andrew talks about scripture taken out of context regarding women and the church. They give some examples of women...