HOPE FOR THE AGORA

Evan speaks with Bonnie Gallant, co-founder of Agora Network Ministries. Listen as Bonnie discusses her journey as a caregiver to her husband Allan when he suffered a stroke and mental health breakdown. Bonnie shares practical advice and insights as to how to take care of yourself and how others can help the caregiver. Links: agoranetworkministries.com

WORTH ANOTHER LISTEN. This was one of our most listened-to podcasts so far on Hope for the Agora. Trauma and the Christian’s Response Guest Name: Dr. Heather Davediuk Gingrich Guest Information: Dr. Heather Davediuk Gingrich is professor of counseling at Denver Seminary and a therapist in private practice. She is the author of several books and a leading expert in trauma, PTSD, and Complex PTSD. L...

Linda talks youth and mental health, the link between social media/screens and youth mental health, what parents need to know, and best practices. Guest Information: Maddy is a psychotherapist practicing in the Niagara Falls, ON area. LINKS: Instagram: @mm.counselling.toronto

Linda talks about grief, how to process and deal with grief, types of grief, and a Christian approach to ministry for and with those grieving. Guest Information: Linda is a Marriage and Family Counsellor and Pastoral Counsellor with 20 years of experience counselling individuals, couples, and families. LINKS: Linda can be reached for an appointment by calling 289-442-8056, or email, lindalambert10...

Catherine talks about her story, her work as a coach, the nature of trauma, how churches and individuals can be agents of healing, and more. Guest Information: Catherine Gillard is a life coach who helps people and groups achieve healing and breakthrough from trauma, grief, and pain. LINKS: www.catherinegillard.com

Dr. Blackwood talks about anxiety and teens, his work as a coach and mental health professional, and the topic of resilience Dr. Andrew Blackwood is a mental health professional, coach, and professional communicator LINKS: www.coachdrew.ca

This podcast focuses on the value and necessity for a ministry like Agora Network Ministries to the local church. The team shares about personal journeys and professional care needed, and how Agora helps churches address the stigma and mental health needs in the church. Guests are Allan &  Bonnie Gallant, Sue Montgomery, and Leah Jeffery. Allan and Bonnie started the ministry and Sue and...

SYNOPSIS: Dr. Hall talks about his new book, The Connected Self . What connection is, why it is important, how to foster deeper connection within the scope of the Christian life. Dr. Todd Hall is professor of psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University. LINKS: www.connectedlifebook.com www.drtoddhall.com

Hiser shares how to cultivate resilience - what it is, best practices, etc. Website: www.bethanydearbornhiser.com To purchase her book, visit www.agoranetworkministries.com and click on “shop.”

TRIGGER WARNING : The content may be difficult for some as the episode deals with incest, abuse, abortion, suicide, and other trauma. Guests: Kathy Isaac & Joanie Brusseau Kathy and Joanie share their stories about abuse, trauma, and hope and healing found in Jesus Christ. SYNOPSIS: This episode deals with difficult topics such as incest, abuse, abortion, suicide, and trauma. It is centered pr...

Allan Gallant gives an update on what's been happening at Agora Network Ministries, especially during the pandemic, exciting developments and resources, as well as the upcoming Agora Academy. Allan is the creator and Executive Director or Agora Network Ministries. Link: agoranetworkministries.com

SYNOPSIS: This episode is a conversation with Laura Bruno about her course offering through Agora Academy and the role of the church/faith in mental wellness. Laura Bruno is a mental health therapist and instructor in Southern Ontario; she is a member of the Agora Network Ministries board and an instructor with Agora Academy. LINKS: Website: instagram.com/kaizen.counsellor

Pastor Kevin Riley is pastor of Mount Baker Presbyterian Church in Concrete, Washington. In this episode, Pastor Kevin talks to Evan about his own journey from addiction to recovery and ministry, and how the church can engage with people on the margins, those struggling with addiction, on their journey to wellness. Website: www.mountbakerpres.org Podcast: holdfastpodcast.org

Evan talks with Rev. Dr. Matt Reynolds about discipleship, what it is, how to engage greater discipleship in the church, and how it intersects with mental health. Rev. Dr. Matt Reynolds is the president of Spirit and Truth and lead pastor of Stillwater Church in Ohio. spiritandtruth.life #mentalwellness #mentalhealth #discipleship #mattreynolds #spiritandtruth

Lyn is an integrative wellness coach with Hope Wellness Services and is the author of Hope for the Hopeless: Freedom From Anxiety and Depression is Possible. Website:  https://www.hopewellnessservices.ca

Bethany Dearborn Hiser is the director of soul care for Northwest Family Life, a network of therapists trained to work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual trauma. She is a bilingual social worker, chaplain, and pastoral advocate, and she is the author of From Burned Out to Beloved: Soul Care for Wounded Healers.  She lives with her family in Seattle, Washington. Website: www.bethan...

Dr. Mike Hutchings is Director of Education for Global Awakening. He is the author of Supernatural Freedom from the Captivity of Trauma, and is the founder and director of God Heals PTSD Foundation, a ministry that provides education, training, resources and awareness events that equip and educate to give treatment and restoration to those who have experienced trauma that continues to impact...

Evan speaks with Rev. Dr. Stephen Rankin about spiritual maturity, discipleship and the relationship to our mental health. ABOUT STEPHEN RANKIN: Founding Director, Spiritual Maturity Project www.spiritualmaturityproject.org Book: Aiming at Maturity: The Goal of the Christian Life https://www.amazon.com/Aiming-Maturity-Goal-Christian-Life/dp/1610972465/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Stephen+ranki...

Dr. Evan talks with Brett Ullman about his personal mental health journey, making the church more open to mental health conversations, best practices for family mental health, and more.... Brett says his writing and speaking focuses on "Connecting our ancient faith with our mental world." You can access YouTube videos, books, and social media from his website. website: www.brettullman.com

Evan chats with Dr. Peter Bellini about his work in mental health and the church, his books and ministry. Guest: Rev. Dr. Peter J. Bellini. He is the Associate Professor of Evangelization  in the Heisel Chair at United Theological Seminary. We discuss his books, his ministry, and mental wellness & the church. Books on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Peter-J-Bellini/e/B003HC5PYO?...

Allan and Bonnie Gallant have a conversation with Evan Rohrs-Dodge, the new host of Hope For The Agora podcast.  Evan shares his heart and deep concerns for the mental wellness of all God's children. Evan's Bio: Evan Rohrs-Dodge is an ordained elder in the Greater New Jersey Conference of The United Methodist Church. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maine, a Master of...

Join Allan, founder and Executive Director of Agora Network Ministries and Laura Howe the founder of Hope Made Strong ministry as they dialogue on what compassion fatigue is and how we can renew ourselves.  Understand that compassion fatigue is not a bad thing, it highlights the hazards of being a care giver. Laura will be sharing a critical webinar on Thursday, February 25th at 7:00 called F...

Surprisingly pastors are not too good with their own soul care.  Many pastors feel driven by the tyranny of ministry or everyone else’s urgency — or at least what they think is most urgent.  How we take care of our bodies and our mental and emotional state through healthy lifestyle is very important.  But, perhaps even more important is the condition of our soul.  Often the unr...

Surprisingly pastors are not too good with their own soul care.  Many pastors feel driven by the tyranny of ministry or everyone else's urgency -- or at least what they think is most urgent.  How we take care of our bodies and our mental and emotional state through healthy lifestyle is very important.  But, perhaps even more important is the condition of our soul.  Often the un...

Our topic is how a Parish nurse can impact and assist the local church in care of body, soul and spirit. Shannon Pharaoh is a mental health nurse, serving as a Parish nurse in a local church in Guelph, ON. She is also a ministry team coordinator with Agora in the Caregiving support role.