Musings about Family, Work, Religion, and most anything of interest.
The Connection is podcast by Connect Global hosted by Co Founders; Javier & Danielle Mendoza
Real people living extraordinary lives, names you've never heard, stories you'll never forget. Conversations with Calcaterra is about people who are passionate about what they do, whether it be art, business, entertainment, or healing and the spiritual experience when doing so!
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Happy New Year from Javier and Danielle Mendoza
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Javier and Danielle Mendoza of Connect Global are back with a brand new episode to kick off 2023. We are so glad to have you here and encourage you to find and follow Connect Global here: "Legacy in Missions" by Javier Mendoza For more information Connect Global Connect Global on Instagram
Purpose and Generosity Episode 3 is all about overcoming the fear of giving. We hope it inspires you, ignites something within you, and encourages you in all your endeavors. "Generosity is not about the size of the gift. It's about the size of the heart behind the gift" 3 ways Gen Z is impacting the world through charity and philanthropy Entreprene…
In this episode, our founders discuss how generosity brings increased happiness, improved relationships, an increased sense of purpose, improved physical health, and increased success! Let us know what you think about generosity and this episode in the comment section. ----- Read more on Medium.com Find out more about Connect Global Whether you are…
What does it mean to live a life of purpose and generosity? Javier and Danielle Mendoza discuss purpose and generosity in this series. How can we teach our children generosity? Read "Generosity Matters" by Javier Mendoza Whether you are a seasoned philanthropist or new to the world of giving, here are four compelling reasons to consider making a do…
What are your favorite Christmas Songs and Snacks to share this Season??
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Practicing Gratitude -- Part 4 -- Happy Thanksgiving
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We are so glad you are here! Thank You for tuning in for part 4 of our Practicing Gratitude series. We talk about our favorite foods and family traditions for Thanksgiving. Practicing Gratitude Bible Reading Plan More about Connect Global Read the latest edition of The Connection Magazine
Practice Gratitude with us all month long as we celebrate all the good things we have to be grateful for- You can find some amazing resources below and we invite you to share and send this podcast with your friend and family! Find out More about Connect Global here The Connection Magazine - "Gratitude Goes beyond Thanksgiving" Practicing Gratitude …
Practice Gratitude with us all month long - You can find some amazing resources below and we invite you to share and send this podcast with your friend and family! Find out More about Connect Global here The Connection Magazine - "Gratitude Goes beyond Thanksgiving" Practicing Gratitude Bible App Reading plan - Join US…
We are so excited to celebrate a month of gratitude with you. You can find a new episode each week of Practicing Gratitude. You can also follow along in the Bible App — we will link the Bible Plan we are talking through below. Thank you for your support. Would you read the Bible Plan, Practicing Gratitude, with me? YES…
The greatest commands we have as Christians are to LOVE God and to LOVE Others. Out of these commands come The Great Commission - found several times most noted in Matthew 28:19, which is one of our guiding, foundational pillars for the work we do in Connect Global. Hear a couple of short messages about this and how it is applied. THANK YOU The Con…
We share a couple of special invitations with you and describe the heart and strategy behind some of our work The Connection Magazine Night Out with Connect Global Hurricane Ian Response Give with Us - Make a donation to help us continue this work, Thank You
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Ministry Partner Spotlight at LINC Conference in Grandville Michigan at ResLife Church
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Listen in on a ministry partner interview we got to do at ResLife Church for the LINC conference in Grandville Michigan alongside some amazing partners, and ministry friends. Grand Rapids Dream Center Connect Global LINC
Special message shared with the Church of the nations in Honduras on unity in the church. - *Bilingual*- Learn More about Connect Global here
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Discomfort Zone - Javier & Danielle Mendoza - Connect Global
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Javier and Danielle Mendoza discuss what it takes to make big things happen and how we grow outside of our comfort zone. The Connection Magazine Connect Global Mission Trips Make a Donation
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Javier Mendoza - Life Talks - September 2022
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Hear a special message that Javier Mendoza shared with Iglesia Unidad Cristiana in El Porvenir, Honduras. A story of "second chances" and the life change that is possible if we pursue others and give our life and joy to others as we share the LOVE of Jesus with others. Learn More in The Connection Magazine…
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Javier & Danielle Mendoza talk about recent trip to Honduras
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Connect Global Mission Trip in August 2022 Recap - We are so excited to be able to share with you the updates and highlights from our most recent trip to Honduras. Thank You to each and everyone who make this mission possible -- Find us online at ConnectGlobal.org You can text “Pray for Me” to (844) 397-4679 and a member of our team will be in pray…
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Danielle Mendoza and Sharika Miller - Connect Global Maternity Home Update from Honduras
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We are so grateful for Sharika and her willingness ti share her story with us, it was a joy to see her volunteer with us and connect with our teams.
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EP74 – Mark Morrison (Educator) – Conversations with Calcaterra
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“Baseball was boring to me…I wanted to get up and down. I wanted to run and jump so Basketball was perfect for me. Now at 5’ 11” and white probably not the best choice looking back at it. I took my body to the limit.” – Mark Morrison on Conversations with Calcaterra “The odds…crazy! Three to 5 years to survive if you survive the surgery. 50/50 chan…
Javier and Danielle talk about the upcoming trip to Honduras and the team that we are hosting. We will have lots of fun and laughter as well as have an opportunity to get some work done. Find our more about Connect Global
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Importance of Education with Javier and Danielle Mendoza of Connect Global
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Connect Global is doing our part to help students stay enrolled, return to the classroom, and receive the life changing education they deserve. On this episode Javier and Danielle Mendoza talk about how education has impacted each of them as well as the impact that the Connect Global Education Fund is having on so many. They discuss the challenges …
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Creating Memories with Javier & Danielle Mendoza of Connect Global
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The summer is busy with work related travel and a little off time thrown in as well. In this episode we describe the last few weeks of travel and the relationships that are represented in this travel and what is coming up Next. Please review and rate and leave a comment! Links Mentioned in this episode: LINC Family The Fellowship Network The Church…
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Freedom - Javier Mendoza of Connect Global
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Javier, Danielle and Saige Mendoza had the honor of being invited to The Church at Asheville in North Carolina and this is from an update that Javier shared with the church about the Anniversary of Connect Global as well as an encouragement to live free and to help set others free. Learn More about Connect Global Read the Most Recent Updates…
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Q&A with Javier, Danielle, & Saige Mendoza of Connect Global
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In this Episode of The Connection Podcast with Javier and Danielle Mendoza of Connect Global, we have a special Guest and we go though some amusing and insightful question and answers as we continue this month long celebration of our Anniversary as an organization as we as celebrating 16th wedding anniversary of Javier and Danielle. ____ Connect Gl…
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11 Years of Blessing— Connect Global — With Javier & Danielle Mendoza
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Let's Help Allison Give Clean Water - with Javier & Danielle Mendoza
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Be sure to watch or listen for the special request direct from our young team member Allison about her Birthday this month! ____ Connect Global Clean Water Video We want to Pray with You The Connection Magazine Make a donation to Connect Global
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Happy Anniversary Connect Global - with Javier and Danielle Mendoza
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In this episode of The Connection Podcast with Connect Global, Javier and Danielle Mendoza reminisce about the 11 years of work and impact through Connect Global as well as celebrating 16th wedding anniversary this month! ---- Connect Global Website We want to Pray with You The Connection Magazine Make a donation to Connect Global…
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Relationships Matter - The Connection Podcast with Javier and Danielle Mendoza
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In this episode we talk about the importance of relationships and the work that goes into building relationships that matter. ---- Connect Global Website We want to Pray with You The Connection Magazine Connect Global Mission Trip
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Relaunch - The Connection Podcast with Javier & Danielle Mendoza
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In this episode we talk about the current program updates from Connect Global as we relaunch The Connection Podcast after our hiatus. Connect Global Website We want to Pray with You The Connection Magazine Connect Global Mission Trip
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EP73 – Rebecca Schaaf (Entrepreneur) – Conversations with Calcaterra
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“One of my favorites was the metal trivia night. We had tons of people coming in, all cocky with their cool shirts. They left crying because they didn’t know half the answers.” – Rebecca Schaaf on Conversations with Calcaterra“His mad genius drew me to him. Made me fall in love with him a little bit.” – Rebecca Schaaf about Wil Pelly on Conversatio…
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Danielle Mendoza -- Deeply Rooted -- Life Talks with Connect Global
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The Bible talks about trees more then any other living thing other then God and people. But Why ? Because we know trees offer life and growth, food and shelter. Throughout history trees have represented physical nourishment and spiritual nourishment. So my question is…….. Does the way we live our life bring oxygen to other people ? Are we known for…
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Global Neighborhood - S4 E7 - Kevin Macdonald on the Importance of Education
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THE CONNECT GLOBAL TEAM WAS ABLE TO TOUR TWO TOP NOTCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN TAMPA FLORIDA Connect Global promotes education initiatives, funds scholarship programs, and provides other sustainable resources when and where we can in order to support those who educate children. Earlier this year we told you about a new education initiative expansion …
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Identity Crisis - by Danielle Mendoza - Life Talks
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Danielle Mendoza unpacks what it means to have an identity crisis and what our call to action is within the Church. This episode of Life Talks with Connect Global on The Connection Podcast was originally recorded at The Church at Asheville in North Carolina on July 18, 2021. Follow us on Apple, Spotify and wherever you listen to podcasts.…
Join us as we take a look back and recount some of the amazing journey that has led us to today, our Tenth Anniversary. July 1, 2021
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Global Neighborhood — S4 E6 — Dr Dorrell Briscoe
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Dr. Harold Dorrell Briscoe is a writer, speaker, pastor, and public theologian. He focuses on the intersectionality of race, religion, law, and power. He is married to Tracy, and a father to Luke, Noah, Amelia Hope, and Ella Grace.He is a 2007 graduate of the University of North Florida where he earned his bachelor's degree in Political Science and…
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Global Neighborhood — S4 E5 — Katrina Doyle Black
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A thoughtful and open conversation about immigration with our friend, Katrina Doyle Black. __ Find Out More: ConnectGlobal.org
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Founders Corner - S4 Ep4 - Education Initiatives Update April 2021 W/ Javier, Danielle Mendoza and Travis Moffitt
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Join us as we talk about our expanding education initiatives. We are very excited for all that is going on and we wanted to share it with you!
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Global Neighborhood - S4 Ep 3 The Connection Podcast - "Legacy in Missions"
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a Conversation with Daryl Courtney and Amanda Erdey of Revival Temple in Walker, LA W/ Javier & Danielle Mendoza and Travis Moffitt the Co Founders of Connect Global.
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Founders Corner -S4 Ep 2 - Update March 2021 W/ Javier, Danielle Mendoza and Travis Moffitt
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Founders Corner - S4Ep 1 - Honduras Update March 2021 W/ Javier, Danielle Mendoza & Travis Moffitt
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Our founders discuss COVID-19 strategic care, travel, generosity, and so being back in Honduras.
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Global Neighborhood — Jessica Paz Rodriguez
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The Connect Global team talks with Jessica Paz Rodriguez a Family Services Advocate about the rise of Domestic Violence during Shelter in Place orders. — NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE CALL 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | TTY 1-800-787-3224 | CHAT THEHOTLINE.ORG — Visit us on Our Website Connect Global Response to Coronavirus Submit Your Prayer Request…
Thank You for joining us for this very important conversation about Human Trafficking with Bryan C. who is currently a Deputy with the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. Bryan spent nearly two years with the New Mexico Office of the Attorney General working in the Human Trafficking Unit. While there, he was assigned to the federal Homeland Security…
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EP72 – Eric and Darren Vorel (Musicians - TLB) - EXPLICIT – Conversations with Calcaterra
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“There is no time to go over songs because they (Darren Vorel and Tom Higginson) literally drop them on me at the last second. So I gave up on learning the songs and found that just going into the studio is like F you guys. You’re going to get what you get. – Eric Vorel on Conversations with Calcaterra“I find all the things I’m immersed in that I d…
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EP71 – Javier Mendoza (Singer/Songwriter a.k.a. Hobo Cane) – Conversations with Calcaterra
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“People will give me a recording of a show but I don’t listen. Once I do I’ll realize how bad I am at this.” – Javier Mendoza on Conversations with Calcaterra“Because of Covid I don’t think I’ll ever want to play a show without a drummer anymore…because of playing at home all all the time, playing these live streams.” – Javier Mendoza on Conversati…
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EP70 – Phil Johnston (Writer/Director – Ralph Wrecks the Internet)
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“There’s an old Disney joke...if you don’t want to work on Saturday, don’t even bother coming in on Sunday.” – Phil Johnston on Conversations with Calcaterra“I suspect Stay Puft (Marshmallow Man) has references back to King Kong also. We’re all fishing in the same pond.” – Phil Johnston on Conversations with Calcaterra“The protagonist is the one wh…
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EP68 – Randy Burns (Music Producer, Engineer – Suicidal Tendencies, Megadeth)
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EP68 – Randy Burns (Music Producer, Engineer – Suicidal Tendencies, Megadeth) – Conversations with Calcaterra“It’s the only band I know that had jazz fusion guys come into a metal band and that set them apart.” – Randy Burns about Megadeth on Conversations with Calcaterra“Dave (Mustaine) looked at my credentials and said if he did Suicidal tendenci…
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EP67 – Jason McEntire (Music Producer, Engineer) – EXPLICIT - Conversations with Calcaterra
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“Rock and Roll is not dead it’s just seemingly hard to discover. It’s hard to find now because there is so much else out there. It’s not just RGB anymore.” – Jason McEntire on Conversations with Calcaterra “I personally like being the least talented person in the room or at least feeling that way. I’m holding my own so if I’m the least talented per…
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EP69 – Eddie Van Halen Tribute with Jimmy Griffin, Eric Grossman and Joe Meyer (Explicit)
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“Eddie Van Halen…he never did anything that didn’t sound like EVH. His voice was so unique.” – Jimmy Griffin on Conversations with Calcaterra“He’s the Bill Murray of guitar players.” – Eric Grossman about Eddie Van Halen randomly hanging out with fans. (Conversations with Calcaterra)“Dirty faced kid in a garbage can…I was like, Oh. I want to be tha…
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EP66 – Tom Bober (Educator) - Conversations with Calcaterra
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“I was raised with a lot of self doubt, so... I walk out of work everyday and think...how can I get a little better?” – Tom Bober as stated on Conversations with Calcaterra“If somebody is always sharing something that you have to question and crowd source for them because they haven’t done it themselves…whenever you see that person share an article…