The Loved Called Gifted Podcast is your place to come for musings about spirituality, identity and purpose. Thoughts about life purpose and how to discover it. Finding value in being - not just doing. Spirituality and how to develop it. Interviews with people who have interesting stories, experience and knowledge to share. The podcast also supports the Loved, Called, Gifted course, which can be found at lovedcalledgifted.com.
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Rodney Olsen hosts inspirational guests who are kicking against the darkness until it bleeds daylight. Hear from people who are making this world a better place.
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Guy W. Gane Jr. - From Luxury to Lockdown
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen speaks with Guy W. Gane Jr., a man who has experienced the extreme highs and lows of life. Once a successful stockbroker with a luxurious lifestyle, Guy's world came crashing down in a single day, leading to the loss of his reputation and a lengthy prison sentence. He shares his remarkable journey …
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Constance Hastings - The Trouble with Jesus
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen welcomes Constance Hastings, an ordained deacon and mental health counselor, who has taken an intriguing journey from teaching to ministry. Constance opens up about her personal faith struggles and shares how asking tough, often unsettling questions has shaped her spiritual journey. Her experiences…
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Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy (PACE Part 2)
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Catherine and Margaret McGregor continue their conversation about PACE therapeutic parenting, reflecting on how this is both an excellent tool for the therapeutic parenting of children with attachment difficulties and other neurodiversity; as well as helping us to understand how God parents us and how we can be compassionate to ourselves. PACE (whi…
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In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen welcomes Tanya Nemley, an inspiring woman who has faced immense challenges throughout her life. From a difficult childhood marked by emotional neglect and bullying, to surviving domestic violence, health issues, and cancer, Tanya’s journey is a testament to resilience and faith. Despi…
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen welcomes Allen C. Paul, a seasoned musician, author, and advocate for Christian creatives, to discuss the intersection of faith and the creative arts. Allen shares his journey from a childhood surrounded by music, influenced by his mother, a music teacher, and his father's diverse record collection…
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In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen welcomes Corinne Keith, who shares her remarkable journey of resilience, faith, and the transformative power of forgiveness. Corinne's life has been profoundly shaped by two traumatic events: childhood molestation and the devastating loss of her son and his fiancée to a drunk driver. …
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen sits down with the inspirational Kim Gilson to explore themes of resilience, joy, and community. After the sudden loss of her husband, Kim faced the challenge of navigating grief while raising her two young sons. Drawing from her passion for teaching and her deep faith, she not only overcame person…
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen welcomes Catherine Cowell, a life coach, spiritual director, and host of the Loved, Called, Gifted podcast, to share her incredible journey of faith and resilience. Catherine opens up about the profound challenges she faced, including a brain tumour diagnosis for her husband, infertility struggles,…
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Play as Spiritual Practice (Understanding PACE part one)
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In this episode, Catherine talks to Margaret McGregor about the place of play and playfulness in our parenting practice, our spirituality and how we see and relate to ourselves. The PACE parenting approach, devised by Dan Hughes, has been the cornerstone of trauma informed, therapeutic parenting practice for over twenty years. It stands for Playful…
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Logan Hufford - Transformation and Triumph Against Addiction
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen interviews Logan Hufford, who shares his powerful story of overcoming a destructive sexual addiction. Logan recounts his struggles, which began in his youth and escalated through his adult life, leading to numerous affairs and a life filled with self-hatred and depression. Despite these challenges,…
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Mark Collins - The Freedom of Life Mastery
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In this episode, we are joined by Mark Collins, a passionate pastor, coach, husband, and father with over 20 years of ministry experience. Mark has dedicated his life to guiding Christian men towards their divine purpose, and he brings a wealth of experience and insight into overcoming fear and uncertainty through biblical teachings. As the author …
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We are very used to thinking of God as He. With a capital ‘H’. There has not been much space in Christian tradition for viewing God as anything but male. The God of the Bible, we tend to assume, is entirely masculine. But, in fact, there is also a wealth of feminine imagery for God in the Bible, if you know where to look. In this episode, Catherine…
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John 'JR' Rennie - Discovering Joy Through Purpose
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a profound conversation with John J. R. Rennie, a seasoned entrepreneur who transitioned from running a successful business software company to founding Brushfires Ministry. John shares his journey of discovering true joy and fulfillment in life by aligning his personal agenda with …
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Eric Stephens - Rejection to Redemption and Purpose
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen interviews Eric Stephens, a pastor, life coach, and founder of Redwood Christian Ministries. Eric shares his powerful journey from a difficult childhood marked by the absence of his biological father and struggles with addiction and depression, to a transformative encounter with the love and a…
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Monasticism is not just for people who are part of a convent or a monastery. There are many people who are part of monastic communities while living normal, every day lives. One of these communities is that of the Benedictine Oblates, who seek to follow the rule of Saint Benedict. On International Women's Day, Catherine interviewed Jane Dicker, one…
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Melinda Patrick - Living Fully in the Wait
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a profound conversation with Melinda Patrick, a woman whose life story is a testament to resilience and faith amidst trying circumstances. Melinda shares her journey from doubt and despair to hope and joy, emphasizing the transformative power of living in response to God rather than…
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Nancy Manassero - God Can Heal Your Heartbreak
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In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a heartfelt conversation with Nancy Manassero, a survivor, advocate, and author. Nancy bravely shares her journey of healing from the trauma of sexual abuse, which began at the age of 20. Her candid account delves into the painful experiences of grooming, the burden of sham…
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Glenn Hussey: Faith, Family and Fatherhood
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Glenn Hussey is the father of four adopted children and a senior lecturer at Keele University, in the school of Life Sciences where he also has a key role in equality, diversity and inclusion. In this wide ranging conversation he talks about his Roman Catholic faith, his belief in the importance of valuing every human being and the vocation of fath…
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Earl Morrison - Transforming Toxic Culture
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen welcomes Earl Morrison, a man of deep faith and a seasoned expert in leadership and organizational development with nearly three decades of experience. Earl's impressive career includes serving as a chief of police and an assistant director at the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training. …
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Nanci Lamborn - Hatred to Healing: A Journey of Forgiveness
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In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, Nanci Lamborn shares her harrowing journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by trauma and abuse to a life transformed by forgiveness and faith. Her book, Angry Daughter, The Journey from Hatred to Love, delves deep into her painful past, including the emotional and physical abuse she endured and the …
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Catherine meets Lillibet Goodwin, who shares her passion for working with children with special needs and her friendship with a young man with autism. She talks about her experience of having adopted siblings, what that has taught her about the importance of accepting and welcoming others, the therapeutic value of art, and meeting Jesus in those so…
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Audrey Dutton - A Quest for Spiritual Truth
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In this compelling episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen welcomes Audrey Dutton, a blogger, online church leader, and podcast host, to share her journey from seeking spirituality in the occult to finding transformative truth in Jesus Christ. Audrey candidly recounts her upbringing surrounded by occult practices, her search for spiritual f…
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Crystal Essex - Miracles in the Waiting: Finding Hope in Infertility
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In this emotionally gripping episode, Rodney Olsen sits down with Crystal Essex, author of the book "Fruitful," to discuss her journey of faith and resilience in the face of infertility. For over 15 years, Crystal and her husband have navigated the challenging issue of infertility, seeking answers and understanding where God is in the midst of it a…
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Amy Daughters: How writing letters changed my life
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Amy Weinland Daughters calls in from Texas to chat with Catherine about the vast number of letters she has written, and the book that followed. This is a story of deep friendship, that began when Amy decided that she would support a grieving mother by writing to her. It's a story of connection despite differences and God's grace in people's lives, …
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with hospice chaplain William Sofield to discuss the concept of "dying well" and the importance of spiritual care at the end of life. William shares insights from his experiences working with patients and their loved ones during some of the most pivotal moments of their lives. From n…
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Emmanuel Kwizera - Hope Rising: A Survivor's Story
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In this special episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen takes listeners on a journey back 30 years to a dark period in Rwandan history. He speaks with Emmanuel Kwizera, a survivor of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. Orphaned at just five years old, Emmanuel shares his harrowing story of loss, resilience, and hope. Despite endu…
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Today Catherine is talking to Sarah, who is just embarking on a new adventure, and hoping to take others along with her. Diving into the STILL course, together they unpack some of the toolbox of techniques that Sarah has learned, that can help others manage anxiety and overwhelm, but also to pick up more slack where they are able to, too. And in be…
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen welcomes Bambi Lynn, a woman whose life journey is a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith and resilience. From a tumultuous upbringing marked by abuse and despair, to pivotal moments where she encountered the divine, Bambi's story is one of redemption and hope. Despite facin…
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In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with David Libby, author of "A Different World: God's Sovereignty in the Face of Suffering." David shares his family's journey through prolonged suffering due to chronic illness and how it led them to a deeper understanding of God's sovereignty. Living off the land in rural Maine, Da…
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These days, people are often talking about 'being triggered' and there are trigger warnings on all sorts of things. But what do we actually mean when we talk about triggering? What is happening to us when it happens? And what can we do about it? For ourselves and for others. There is a useful handout to accompany this show that you can find here. T…
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In this episode, host Rodney Olsen sits down with Julie Sunne, author of "Sometimes I Forget", to explore the profound challenges life presents and the journey toward trusting God amidst trials. Julie shares her personal journey of faith, marked by miscarriages and the unexpected challenges of parenting children with special needs. From wrestling w…
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In this poignant episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen delves into the depths of overwhelming grief with his guest, Cheryl Christopher, who has journeyed through the loss of two children and her grandson. Cheryl shares her heart-wrenching story, starting from her tumultuous childhood marked by abuse and instability to the devastating loss…
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Teresa Whiting - Redeeming and Restoring the Broken
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In this compelling episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with Teresa Whiting, a writer, speaker, and podcaster, to discuss the prevalent issue of sexual brokenness. Teresa's latest endeavour, the Bible study "Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken," delves into the stories of six broken women in Scripture, tackling diff…
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Rob Rogers and ACT Oxford: Compassion in Action
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Catherine meets Rev Rob Rogers, from Oxford, at St Aldate's parish centre. They talk about this city of contrasts, where those leaving prison and the homeless also live among the dreaming spires. Rob talks about the way community can bring help and healing. Rob has been on both sides of the coin of homelessness and addiction, so as he and Catherine…
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Rev Cheryl Kincaid - A Journey of Healing
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In this thought-provoking episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen delves into the complex topics of forgiveness, denial, and reconciliation with guest Rev Cheryl Kincaid, a Presbyterian minister and author. Cheryl shares her personal journey of overcoming abuse and trauma, highlighting the difference between forgiveness and denial, and the …
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Laura Lopez-Arenas - Better Than I Imagined
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In this profound episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen delves into the transformative power of faith and the incredible journey of his guest, Laura Lopez-Arenas, as she shares her story of redemption and renewal. Laura's narrative is one of struggle, starting from a childhood rooted in Catholicism but lacking a personal connection with Go…
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Rev Jane Dicker: 30 Years of Women's Ordination
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2024 marks 30 years since women were first ordained as priests into the Church of England in England, and today for International Women's Day, Catherine interviews Jane Dicker, who has been there from the beginning. Together they discuss the joys and frustrations found along the way; Jane in the thick of it, and Catherine cheering along as an obser…
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Our employment choices often have real impact on marriage and family life. When a spouse is required to travel often, or is involved in a pressured work environment, it can put a strain on relationships. When that work also requires the family to move regularly, it can bring extra pressures. Beth Runkle’s husband served in the US military for 25 ye…
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Shawn Paul describes himself as a country kid from the cornfields of Iowa. He strongly believes that when you walk firmly in faith, the extraordinary follows. He has certainly lived what he believes, with his own extraordinary life as proof. These days, Shawn Paul lives in Guatemala, but it’s been an interesting road to get there. He is the host of…
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This episode, Catherine is visiting Hannah, who no longer has a bathroom office and has been thinking about the kinds of questions we ask people when we first meet them. Hannah would like to ask better questions.... It's always great to hear from people, so if you'd like to get in touch, you can find us on Facebook. Transcript More about Loved Call…
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Mark Smith co-authored the book Wrestling with Demons. It’s a book that gives hope to anyone wondering if a difficult life can truly be turned around. Mark had a troubled upbringing and was then robbed of the one thing that he thought would be his road to a better life. WEBLINKS Wrestling with Demons Website Facebook Wrestling with Demons on Amazon…
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Katrina Robertson - Rising from the Trials of Life
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It’s on our TVs, in the movies, and oftentimes in our churches. Our culture is saturated with stories that take us through tough circumstances before being quickly resolved and tied up with a pretty bow. It might be what we yearn for, but life rarely mirrors those neat stories. Katrina Robertson’s life has been anything but neat. She is a speaker, …
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Godfrey Birtill: The Unforced Rhythms of Grace
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Godfrey Birtill has been singing and writing songs and producing albums at the rate of about one a year for more than 25 years. In this conversation, he talks about his unique musical style, his faith and his growing conviction that we don't need to earn God's love and favour. It is lavished upon us already. To really appreciate this episode, you a…
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Rev. Dr. David Chotka is an author, a prayer mobiliser, and has been an ordained pastor for more than 30 years. He’s the founder and director of Spirit-Equip Ministries. David co-authored the book Healing Prayer: God's Idea for Restoring Body, Mind and Spirit. WEBLINKS Spirit Equip Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Healing Prayer Book Healing Pray…
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How do you deal with decades of living with a limiting, incurable sickness? How do you believe in a good God, when your life has been marked by depression, anxiety and self-harm? Lauren Roskilly has authored the books, Christian Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Indestructible Faith- prayers & prompts for Journaling, and her most recent publicat…
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Chaplaincy at Birmingham Children's Hospital with Andrew Phillips
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Catherine travels to Birmingham Children's Hospital to speak with Chaplain Andrew Phillips about his role supporting children, families and staff. He shares how he facilitates ways for them to cope with walking this hardest of paths, and also the way the children's own spiritualities are shaping him. Take off your shoes for this episode. You are on…
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Morgan McCarver is a multi-award-winning artist who has just released the book, God the Artist: Revealing God’s Creative Side Through Pottery. At the age of 14, Morgan encountered a major turning point in her life. A health issue that seemed like it was derailing everything for her as a teenager, turned into a new life direction. WEBLINKS Morgan Mc…
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Brenda Seefeldt - I Wish I Could Take Away Your Pain
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Brenda Seefeldt is a pastor, speaker, wife, and mom of four. Her book I Wish I Could Take Away Your Pain is about the people who have helped her carry her pain. She continues to share stories of bravery through her website. WEBLINKS Bravester Facebook InstagramBy Rodney Olsen
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Cathy Ross from CMS: Women on the Mission Field
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Cathy Ross, from the Church Mission Society, shares her experience of being a woman and a missionary in the Congo. She also talks about her research into the hidden experience of missionary women in the 19th century and the influence of the concept of pious domesticity, both then and now. Episode transcript About CMS Follow us on Facebook Loved Cal…
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Tim Brown believes that one man can make a difference in the world, and that God is a God of second chances who wants to do extraordinary things in our otherwise ordinary lives. He is the author of the book God and a Man: How God Can Use Any Man to Make A Difference. It’s the story of how he learned that any man can be who God made him to be. Tim a…
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