Velvet Ashes Legacy Podcast

When Amy Young sent out an anonymous survey in January 2024, over 350 global workers responded. She asked this question, "Is there something you feel might jeopardize you staying on the field, if your senders or organization knew about it?" Amy joined Denise this month to talk about the results of the survey, and the importance of both senders and goers talking about the hard things we o...

We are so grateful for Betsy's honesty and courage as she shares her story of her husband's porn addiction. We trust this episode will leave you filled with hope, whether you are married or single, on the field or off. While not graphic, this episode isn't suitable for little ears. We also know Betsy's story and this topic might be triggering, so all the grace to you to listen when...

The story of the spread of the gospel in China can't be told without the women who were really the driving force behind the movement. But all too often, their legacies are lost to the pages of history. We are so grateful to our guest this month, Dr. Daryl Ireland , for honoring these special women and helping us understand the history and context for their stories. This episode is special beca...

The Velvet Ashes Online Retreat creates sacred space for you and Jesus. This month we are bringing you a special bonus episode of the podcast where Denise sits down with Danielle Wheeler, Velvet Ashes Director of Spiritual Development. Danielle gives you a peek behind the curtain as she shares the intentional way these retreats are curated. April is retreat month and we can't wait to see what...

This is one of those "we're going there" conversations. Denise and Sarah invite you in as they cover topics like spiritual abuse, wilderness seasons, harm caused in missions, and whether the good news is still good. We want to create safe space for you if you have also wrestled with questions and haven't felt like you have someone to share them with. Join us at our virtual coffee...

It is the type of phone call you hope you never have to make. "Mom, I've been arrested." In this month's Living Legacy episode, Jen takes us through her experiences of being on trial in her host country. She shares honestly about the ripple effects our own surrender can have on those around us and brings encouragement for anyone who is walking through a wilderness season. This ep...

This month we had the special privilege of hearing from Miriam Rockness, biographer of missionary Lilias Trotter (1853-1928). Lilias was a beautiful artist who studied under John Ruskin, the foremost art critic of the day and a monumental and influential figure. She surrendered fame to follow Jesus to Algeria, where she served until her death. Miriam brings Lilias to life and it was a treat to hea...

This is probably the longest title we've ever had! We wanted to capture the depths of this conversation, but a title really doesn't cut it. Take our word for it, this episode is so good! Denise sat down with Jenny Erlingsson, an author and global worker in Iceland, to talk about her writing journey and the ways she has wrestled with her income-generating giftings while raising support. She...

From California to Cornwall, with a meet-cute with Denise's family in Uganda, Sarah Yardley is following Jesus on a journey of faithfulness and love. Sarah grew up at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa in California, served at Reality Carpinteria, and currently serves as the Mission Lead for Creation Fest UK. She regularly contributes to Lectio 365 , wrote More > Change , and often travels to share...

Maria Gerber (1858-1917) was a Swiss missionary to Turkey. She worked with orphans during the Armenian Genocide, with a front row seat to incredible tragedy but also beautiful transformation. Listen in as Dr. Laura Chevalier Beer shares more of Maria's amazing story on this month's podcast! Learn more about  Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on  Facebook  or  Instagram   Featured music is &...

70% of today's global workers on the field are women, and many serve as team leaders, regional directors and also in unseen ways right where they are. In our first topical discussion on the podcast, we wanted to talk about the challenges and joys of serving in leadership. This episode features two conversations, one from the perspective of a single woman and one from a woman who is married. We...

Welcome to Season 2 of the Velvet Ashes Legacy Podcast! This month we get to hear from Ruth Potinu as she shares about growing up on the missions field, the fun way she met her husband, and finding community where she now serves with her family in Papua New Guinea. Ruth is honest about grief and hope and we think you will walk away encouraged after you hear her story. Learn more about  Velvet Ashe...

We are so excited to bringing you a brand new season of the Velvet Ashes Legacy Podcast! Tune in to hear about what you can expect in Season 2. Season 2 Trailer Transcript Learn more about  Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on  Facebook  or  Instagram   Featured music is "Daughters and Sons" by Eine Blume. Check out more from them on  iTunes  or wherever you get music!

Lillian Trasher (1887-1961) left her fiancée practically at the altar to say yes to God's call to Egypt. Despite those who didn't believe her care for orphans counted as "real missionary work", she trusted God and lived out everyday faithfulness in all she did. Learn more about Lillian in the podcast this month! Learn more about  Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on  Facebook  or ...

Amanda Berry Smith (1837-1915) was born enslaved in the United States. Though much of her life was marked by suffering, she impacted many through her itinerant preaching, singing and sharing Jesus around the world. Learn more about this fascinating woman in the podcast this month! Learn more about  Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on  Facebook  or  Instagram   Featured music is "Daughters and...

Pandita Ramabai (1858-1922) was an Indian Christian scholar, social reformer, and a spiritual seeker. She overcame immense challenges, including losing her family to starvation and becoming a widow at a very young age. Through it all she pursued a deeper relationship with Christ and lived a life of faith as she advocated for better treatment for women in India and shared Christ with young girls. S...

Clementina Rowe Butler (1820-1913) was a Methodist missionary who helped start the American Women’s Missionary Movement. This woman knew what it was like to deal with the complicated concept of "home". We are joined by Dr. Laura Chevalier Beer as she brings her expertise and experience in sharing about Clementina's life. Learn more about  Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on  Facebook...

This is one you guys have been asking for! Ann Judson (1789-1826) was one of the first American female foreign missionaries. She and her husband first went to India with the American Board and then to Burma (Myanmar) as a Baptist missionary. While her story is full of suffering, her trust in Jesus and resiliency has inspired courage in others for many years. This month we are joined by Dr. Laura C...

After being freed from slavery, Betsey Stockton (1798-1865) made her way to the Sandwich Islands (Hawaii) to serve as a missionary. She thought it would be forever, yet it didn't work out that way. She made an impact through her quiet persistence, determination and love of education that she passed on wherever she could. We hope you enjoy this month's Legacy podcast.  Learn more about Velvet...

You might love Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015), or you might respect her but aren't sure you like her very much. While she is best known for her time as a missionary with the Waodani people in Ecuador and the loss of her husband there, she was also a sought-after speaker and prolific writer. We cover all these different aspects of this strong, determined woman in this podcast episode and hope that yo...

Amy Carmichael (1867-1951) is a hero for so many people who were inspired by her story. She was also quirky, determined and an ordinary woman who struggled and experienced loneliness and all the things we so often go through today. Enjoy learning a bit more about her life in this podcast episode!  Learn more about Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on Facebook or Instagram   Follow Denise...

Helen Roseveare (1925-2016) was a doctor and teacher for many years in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her story is full of challenges and trauma, but hope shines through in every part of her life. Learn more about the kind and passionate Dr. Helen Roseveare in this episode!  Learn more about Velvet Ashes Follow Velvet Ashes on Facebook or Instagram   Follow Denise and Sara...

Betty Greene (1920-1997) impacted missions aviation history in a big way! Learn more about her experiences as a Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP), her adventures in South America, Africa and Southeast Asia, and her humility and calm in the midst of the challenges of being a woman in a man's world. We hope you will be inspired to keep learning about this amazing woman!  Learn more about Velv...

You may know Corrie Ten Boom from The Hiding Place, but this represents just one small part of a very rich life. In this episode you'll hear more about her strong family ties and heritage, the ways God worked in her life following her time in a prison camp during World War 2, and her obedient steps to share the Gospel and power of forgiveness around the world. Corrie was an amazing woman and we ca...

There was so much we wanted to tell you about the life and legacy of Isobel Kuhn that we split up this episode into two parts. Don't miss Part 1 where we share about her life before she got to the field and her initial years in China. Isobel was honest about both the joys and struggles of cross-cultural life. A big part of her legacy is her beautiful writing captured in the many books she authored...