Rooted Not Rushed

Episode Summary In this episode of Rooted Not Rushed , Brooke Berry explores the importance of having a mentor in your walk with Christ. Joined by YoungLife leader Kiersten Kleinecke, the conversation highlights how mentorship can provide guidance, encouragement, and support during the challenges of high school. Kiersten shares insights from her own faith journey and explains how mentors can help...

Episode Summary In this episode of Rooted Not Rushed , host Brooke Berry talks about how to find motivation when life feels overwhelming. She is joined by guest Ellie Wiesen, a sophomore and competitive swimmer, who shares her experience balancing school, sports, and social life. Together, they discuss where stress comes from, how students can respond to it, and how faith can provide strength duri...

In this episode of Rooted Not Rushed , host Brooke introduces the purpose behind the podcast and why it matters for busy high school students. She shares how feeling overwhelmed is common, with many teens juggling packed schedules every day. Despite this, Brooke emphasizes that a relationship with God remains important and shouldn’t be overlooked. The episode encourages listeners to find simple, m...

Episode Summary In this episode of Rooted Not Rushed , host Brooke Berry explores why it’s important to surround yourself with friends who strengthen your faith. She is joined by guest Lily Inabnet, a sophomore at Valor Christian High School, who shares her personal experiences with Christ-centered friendships. Together, they discuss how to find supportive friends, the challenges of building these...

Episode Summary In this episode of Rooted Not Rushed , host Brooke Berry discusses how athletes can invite God into their sport and why it makes a difference. She is joined by guest Lia Reitsema, a sophomore soccer player, who shares her personal journey of growing in faith through athletics. Together, they talk about what it means to play for and with God, as well as the challenges of being a Chr...