Shalomies with Elizabeth Woodson and Yana Jenay Conner

"Nobody's outside the possibility of moral failure." — Lisa V. Fields In a broken world filled with fallen people, these words are sobering—but true. When a ministry leader we admire falls into sin, the impact can reach far beyond disappointment. The pastor whose sermons strengthened your faith, the Bible teacher who helped you understand Scripture, or the Christian influencer whose content encour...

Have you ever been told to “count it all joy” in the middle of a difficult season and thought, "How am I supposed to do that?” In this episode, Yana and Elizabeth talk honestly about what perseverance looks like when life is hard. They explore what Scripture says about suffering, share some of their own experiences, and discuss why the voices you listen to and the people you walk with matter more...

In This Episode: Why Yana spent three months on sabbatical What Elizabeth learned from a season of nonstop ministry The role counseling has played in cultivating shalom How friendship sustains us through difficult seasons What it means to trust God when you don't know what's next The theme and vision for the new season of Shalomies Resources Mentioned: Habits of Resistance by Elizabeth Woodson Wai...

In this final episode of the first season of Shalomies, Yana and Elizabeth talk about what it really means to pursue shalom in a world that’s constantly forming us to reflect its image. Drawing from Elizabeth’s upcoming book, Habits of Resistance, they talk about suffering, the role of Scripture, and why God’s grace—not striving—is the key to a  faithful and distinctive Christian life. Recommended...

In this episode of Shalomies, Yana Jenay sits down with her friend and mentor, LaToya King, Chief Operating Officer of the Triangle Community Foundation, for a rich conversation about what it means to pursue shalom in our everyday work. LaToya shares her story and the experiences that shaped her calling, as well as the Scriptures and beliefs that guide how she leads and serves. Together, they expl...

In this episode of Shalomies, Yana and Elizabeth explore the joys and struggles of friendship, confessing the time they've gotten it wrong and what God has taught them along the way. They discuss the pain of friendship loss and share the practices they adopted to avoid it when possible. If you’re in the thick of a relational conflict or grieving friends lost, we pray this conversation will provide...

In this candid and compassionate conversation, Elizabeth Woodson and Yana Conner explore the complexities, beauty, and challenges of Christian singleness. Drawing from their own experiences as single women, they dismantle harmful church messages, unpack common misconceptions, and offer a biblical vision of singleness that is rooted in purpose, dignity, and Shalom. They discuss the emotional realit...

In this episode of Shalomies, Yana and Elizabeth explore forgiveness and shalom through the lens of Yana's new book, Living Beyond Offense. They discuss forgiveness as a merciful decision requiring vulnerability, examine the barriers that keep people stuck in unforgiveness, and clarify the crucial difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. The conversation offers practical wisdom for anyon...

In this episode of Shalomies, Yana and Elizabeth sit down with Kristel Acevedo to talk about finding Shalom in wilderness seasons. We explore how God meets us in hard and uncertain places, the importance of honest lament, and the grounding practices that help us stay rooted when life feels overwhelming. Through Scripture and personal story, we reflect on how the wilderness can become a place of fo...

In this episode of Shalomies, Yana and Elizabeth unpack how discipleship serves as a pathway to experiencing shalom. Together, they explore what it means to move beyond information toward transformation in discipleship and discuss how real growth happens through reflection, patience, and community. Listeners are encouraged to seek out mentors, invest in discipleship relationships, and remember tha...

In this episode, Elizabeth and Yana do a deep dive into the meaning of shalom–a biblical concept that speaks to God’s desire for wholeness, peace, and flourishing in every part of life. They explore what it looks like to experience and cultivate shalom in a broken world, drawing from Scripture, the life of Jesus, and their own personal stories. Together they discuss how God’s vision of wholeness r...

After two years of dreaming, Elizabeth Woodson and Yana Jenay Conner finally hit record! They talk about what shalom really means—God’s vision of wholeness and peace—and how it shapes everything from singleness to work, friendship, and forgiveness. 🎧 Subscribe and follow @elizabethwoodson & @yanajenay Join the Conversation: Thanks for listening to Shalomies! We’d love to hear how the podcast...