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Worthy: Celebrating the Value of Women

Elyse Fitzpatrick, Eric Schumacher

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A weekly Christian podcast that celebrates the value of women in the church, home, and society. Our guests come from a variety of perspectives. We won’t always agree on everything, but we do agree that God is glorious, the Bible is true, women are valuable, and respectful conversation on this topic is essential in our day.
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Hope After Child Loss

The Empty Chair Endeavor

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An outreach of The Empty Chair Endeavor designed to support and equip survivors of child loss in rediscovering life, hope, and joy after unspeakable tragedy. Additionally, our mission involves educating the public about the life altering impact the death of a child has upon survivors, both parents and siblings, and equipping them to better support and minister to them. Join us as guests share their stories of heartbreaking loss and how God has shown up on their journeys to restore hope, mean ...
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Join us as we explore artistry, theology and culture and how these elements of life commune together shaping who we are. We speak with people from varying vocations, traditions and experiences, exploring their unique perspectives and how they might inform our own. This podcast is a project of CommunionArts, an organization that exists to equip churches with training and creative resources and empowers artists to create fulfilling works that enrich their communities. Visit CommunionArts.org t ...
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What do we do when the news we receive changes everything and we suddenly find ourselves in the middle of a crisis without warning? It leaves us paralyzed with fear and uncertainty so deep we don’t even know if we can pray, or how we can pray. If that’s where you find yourself as you’re reading this, please listen to this conversation. In this epis…
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My guest, Eric Schumacher and I discuss his book, The Good Gift of Weakness!! We talk about how weakness is very misunderstood in the church and how understanding weakness biblically can help us deal with our own weakness as broken vessels struggling to trust in Christ and The Gospel!! Guests: Eric Schumacher is an author, podcaster, and songwriter…
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How is a parent supposed to accept and begin processing the sudden, unexplainable death of their child? Healthy 20 years don’t just die suddenly without warning or symptoms of some sort. Sadly, a phone call brought this devastating news to Tim Challies and his family on November 3, 2020. His precious son Nick, engaged to be married, and working tow…
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Susie serves as Executive Director of Hope for San Diego, which serves as a trusted partner for individuals, churches, and non-profit organizations to work together for the flourishing of our city. It’s her privilege to serve a dedicated group of volunteers and donors who give of themselves to see their vulnerable neighbors thrive. Susie loves to l…
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Alina has been a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) nurse since 2010. She often jokes that as an introvert and a fairly low-stimulation kind of person, she is working in a job where she doesn't belong. Yet her passion for nursing has only grown over time, despite all of its incredible demands, complexities, and growing moral dilemmas. It is not a…
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Bri Stensrud is an author, human dignity advocate, and the Director of Women of Welcome. Her passion is to equip the Church to engage more consistently and tangibly in holistic human dignity issues. Throughout her previous work in the pro-life movement, Bri continually faced questions from those concerned about immigrants and refugees. Understandin…
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Joy Forrest is the founder and executive director of Called to Peace Ministries (CTPM). She is author of Called to Peace: A Survivor’s Guide to Finding Peace & Healing After Domestic Abuse and the Called to Peace Companion Workbook. Joy holds an Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and has been active…
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My guests, Eric Schumacher and Jessika Sanders, join me to discuss the brokenness that comes from dealing with a child's illness and how prayer and the Gospel can bring rest and comfort through that ordeal!! Guests: Eric Schumacher and Jessika Sanders both know what it’s like to face a family medical crisis, and they are passionate about helping ot…
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For Terry Sternad, the cold, icy December day on a horse ranch in Colorado, was to be one of watching his daughter take a riding lesson while his 5 year old son T.J. enjoyed exploring around the stables where he had played on previous trips. What happened over the next few hours would forever profoundly alter Terry’s and his family’s lives. In this…
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After a year-long hiatus, Elyse and Eric are back with a new episode. In this episode, they remind us of the reason for this podcast. Then they catch us up on what has been going on in their lives. Become a Patreon Supporter! Mentioned by Elyse: Women of Welcome World Relief Hope for San Diego "Home" Poem American Dirt Start with Welcome National I…
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My guests, James and Andrew of Doth Protest join Brad and I in celebrating Luther and his contribution to the understating of the Gospel of grace extra nos!! Doth Protest Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doth-protest/id1549751430 Broken Vessels Podcast Contact: Website: https://thebrokenvesselspodcast.com Email: brokenvesselspod@gmail.c…
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January 31, 2018 should have been a "normal", otherwise uneventful day for Stephanie Carducci and her family. They would soon discover that was not to be the case, when they learned their beloved 17 year old son, Daniel, had taken his own life. The death of a child by any cause is such an unthinkable, unspeakable event for parents, but suicide comp…
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My guest, Dr. Matthew Barrett, and I discuss the importance of Trinitarian Orthodoxy for us as believers and how a misunderstanding of the Trinity through heterodox and heretical views (ESS/EFS and others) in the church can cause much brokenness in the church. We also discuss how reclaiming the simple understanding of The Doctrine of God can help u…
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The death of a child at any age is a traumatic, unspeakable loss for parents. All too often, however, the emotional, mental, and even physical pain suffered by parents as a result of miscarriage or stillbirth isn't afforded the same level of compassion or understanding as loss from other causes. In this episode, author, pastor, and podcast host, Er…
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My guest, Zeb Lyons, and I, discuss Gospel centered biblical counseling: what it should look like and how it can actually be an option in helping us deal with our brokenness as Christians. Guest:Zeb Lyons is the husband of Amanda and father of four. He grew up in a pastors home watching the blessings and chaos of ministry life and seeing the damage…
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As a licensed professional clinical counselor, Amy was well acquainted with clinical depression, it's prevalence and impact on the lives of teenagers, and associated risk of suicide. But on July 28, 2019 it suddenly became very personal when she discovered her precious, beautiful son Thomas had taken his own life at the young age of only 16. A sing…
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The death of a child is so heart wrenching that it often leaves parents feeling as though they might suffocate under the weight of the grief. We desperately want answers about why it happened. How do we process such trauma and begin to navigate through the grief when there are no answers? Join me as Danielle Duffey sits down and shares the story of…
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When life takes an unexpected turn that leaves our comfortable, predictable world turned upside down, how do we respond? Listen as Jessika shares the story of having to face the fear of losing her premature baby boy during his 37 day stay in a hospital NICU followed a few weeks later with admission to the PICU. By GOD’s grace and mercy, along with …
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My guest, Shane Rosenthal of The Humble Skeptic, and I discuss what true biblical faith looks like, how misunderstanding that brings brokenness, and how a healthy skepticism and the Gospel bring healing to that brokenness as we wrestle with our faith to grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ. Guest: Shane Rosenthal is the founder and host of The…
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For the majority of us, dates on our calendars represent a 24 hour segment of time that may be quite ordinary other than reminders of appointments, school events, etc. For some, however, a date on the same calendar represents a life shattering event that forever changes the trajectory of their lives. For Derek and Becky Farr, it came on September 2…
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In this special Christmas episode, Brad and I are joined by Bob Hiller of The White Horse Inn and 1517 as we discuss the brokenness of Christmas and the Good News of the Incarnation which brings healing to our brokenness. Show Notes: Guest: Bob Hiller is the senior pastor of Community Lutheran Church in Escondido, CA. He is a baptized husband, fath…
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My guest, David Zahl of Mockingbird Ministries, and I discuss how having a philosophy of high anthropology brings brokenness to us personally and to the church and how understanding low anthropology both from a biblical perspective and practically can actually help us to move toward healing in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Guest: David Zahl is the di…
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Sometimes, life deals such an unexpected, devastating blow that it leaves us crushed, and afraid that we won't be able to get back up because the pain and trauma cut so deeply. For Rudy Milton, it came on July 19, 2015 when she received the unthinkable news that her only son, Dominique, had been murdered on a public beach on Hilton Head Island, S.C…
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I'm joined in this episode by Sarabeth Kapusta of the Reconstructing Your Faith Podcast to discuss the topic of deconstructionism. We talk about why we believe many are deconstructing their faith, and how the Gospel helps us to reconstruct to a healthy and healing faith in Christ. Guest: Sarabeth Kapusta is a wife, mother, podcaster, and survivor o…
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In this episode, I'm joined by some dear friends of mine, Paul and Cherrell Thomas, that faced insurmountable tragedy in their lives, yet God sustained them through His grace in the Gospel as they endured the unknowns of this tragedy. Guests: Paul and Cherrell Thomas are friends that were part of my church in Utah when I lived there. They now resid…
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Join us as Dr. Sonya Pitchford and I talk about the tragic, unexpected loss of her beautiful daughter Tanieka Coley to a massive heart attack at only 34 years of age on October 29, 2021, and how she is navigating through a journey of grief and healing with GOD's help. I believe you will be encouraged as Sonya candidly shares how GOD met her in the …
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In this special Thanksgiving Day episode, Brad and I discuss how to be thankful even in the midst of brokenness! Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!! Show Notes: Co-Host: Brad Kafer is a brother in Christ that lives in Wisconsin that has been a huge blessing in the Theocast FB Community. He is currently attending seminary with the goal of becoming a past…
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With warmest wishes for a holiday season filled with hope, joy, and GOD's peace for you and your loved ones! If you find our episodes meaningful and helpful, we invite you to follow us on your favorite podcast platform so that each new episode will be sent to you automatically. Please rate/review us on Apple Podcasts if you appreciate our podcast. …
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Jackie shares with us the story of Leila, her stillborn daughter, Jackie's faith in the middle of grief, and the hope of the resurrection. A powerful conversation on what it means to grieve with hope and how to help those who are going through a similar circumstance. Hope Care Centre You Are Still a Mother The Moon Is Always Round Jen's Newsletter …
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In this solo episode, I talk about God's faithfulness to me through brokenness and specifically the comfort I found in the Psalms. I share the story behind the theme song for The Broken Vessels Podcast and why this song, and what it's about, means so much to me. The Song: I Commit My Life by Joshua Simpkins https://youtu.be/4KW094JrnS4?si=BOxmvjwch…
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Have you ever met someone who epitomizes joy and gratitude, only to discover how deeply their life has been marked by unthinkable tragedy and grief? Meet Charmaine Castillo, a mom whose life was devastated by the news that her 32 year old son, Curtis, died of injuries sustained in an altercation on August 9, 2017. Learning this news through social …
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My guest, Pat Abendroth, and I discuss how a covenant understanding of Scripture through Covenant Theology helps us in our journey to healing our brokenness through the Gospel. Guest: Pat Abendroth: Patrick Abendroth is the Senior Pastor of Omaha Bible Church in Omaha, Nebraska where he enjoys a vibrant expository preaching ministry. He is a gradua…
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My guest, Christine Chappell, and I discuss the brokenness that comes from depression and how Christ and The Gospel helps us to heal from it. We also discuss her new book, Midnight Mercies, during our discussion! Guest: Christine Chappell: Christine Chappell is the author of Midnight Mercies: Walking with God Through Depression in Motherhood (Octob…
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Clinical depression is no respecter of persons, having impacted approximately 29% of the population of the U.S., according to the latest 2023 statistics, and these numbers continue to rise. Tragically, depression, all too often, results in suicide or attempted suicide, leaving in its path a wave of unspeakable pain and grief forever altering the li…
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Brad and I are joined by our brothers from 1517.org to discuss what happened to the Reformation in our churches today and how we can recover it to aid us in healing our brokenness! Show Notes: Co-Host: Brad Kafer is a brother in Christ that lives in Wisconsin that has been a huge blessing in the Theocast FB Community. He is currently attending semi…
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Brad and I are joined by our brother, Ben Crosby, an Anglican Priest in Canada, to discuss how Doctrine and Theology cannot be separated from Gospel consolation and comfort and how that translates into pastoral care for God's flock and how it brings healing to our brokenness. Show Notes: Co-Host: Brad Kafer is a brother in Christ that lives in Wisc…
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Suicide deaths continue to rise in the U.S., claiming approximately 49,500 people in 2022. Sadly, this translates into many times that number of survivors left behind to grieve their loved ones. It leaves countless unanswered questions, and lives shattered by the trauma. For Luis and Dora Perez, February 23, 2010 would forever alter their lives as …
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Robert D Jones brings many years of experience in pastoring, counseling, and teaching to this topic of infidelity. In this interview you will hear about hope, God's presence, and the first 3 steps you should take after finding out about your spouse's infidelity. A much needed conversation on a delicate topic. Hope Care Centre Robert D Jones' Websit…
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Sarah J Houser is a Chicago based author and speaker sharing biblical truth to nourish the soul, recipes to nourish the body. Jen and Sarah talk about her book, All Who Are Weary, and touch on such topics as worthlessness, insecurity, and despair. Hope Care Centre Sarah's Instagram Sarah's Newsletter Sarah's Website All Who Are Weary Amazon Canada …
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For Tristan and Jill Borland, March 2016 was shaping up to be an exciting and busy month as they anticipated the arrival of their fifth daughter, Lucy Faith. However, a very sudden, tragic turn of events shattered their lives without any warning on March 4th when their precious three(3) year old daughter Maria died at home after briefly displaying …
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We have an encouraging audio interview in store for you in the 25th episode of the BCI Mission Innovate Podcast. Our guest is Eric Schumacher, who recently left his role as Associate Pastor at Grand Avenue Baptist Church in Ames to become the Pastoral Ministry Director, here at the Baptist Convention of Iowa, our newest staff role. In this episode,…
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After enduring months of a complicated pregnancy, the arrival of her beautiful baby daughter, Delia Grace, brought instant joy, a heart filled with thanksgiving, and a sense of relief for Elizabeth. However, she and her husband were soon to learn that Delia Grace was diagnosed with a rare blood condition, but otherwise, appeared and acted healthy. …
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Join Jen and Camille as they talk about her heartbreaking story of abortion and the rest she has found in Christ. Whether you have had an abortion, are thinking about it, or would like to minister to those who have had one, you will be blessed by this grace-filled conversation. Hope Care Centre Camille's Website Camille on Instagram Moving Forward …
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