Best Kealan Hobelmann Podcasts (2024)

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Faith-Driven Impact: with Tim Macready 35:00

20m ago35:00

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Eric and Laurie are joined by Tim Macready for a conversation about faith-aligned investing. Tim shares his journey from managing a billion-dollar pension fund in Australia to establishing Brightlight in the US, aiming to bridge the gap between investors' values and their portfolios. We explore the challenges and rewards of integrating faith with f…

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Throwback: Experiences of a Lifetime | Jim Laesch 40:39

5d ago40:39

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In this throwback episode of Essentially Translatable, host Rich Rudowske interviews Jim Laesch, a longtime member of the Lutheran Bible Translators community. This episode originally aired back in 2020 and focuses on Jim’s more than 45 years of missionary service. Throughout the years, Jim has served in a variety of roles, both in missionary servi…

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Helping Hands; With Shannon Hawkins Morris 20:25

6d ago20:25

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On this weeks episode, we kick off or summer series highlighting some of our favorite episodes from season two. Eric and Laurie interview Shannon Hawkins Morris, Vice President of Helping Hands. They discuss the history and purpose of Helping Hands, a ministry that provides financial assistance to individuals and families in need. Shannon shares ex…

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Mic Flip: Hear from Cody and Kealan with Guest Hosts David Wills and Todd Harper (Ep. 100) 1:10:43

9d ago1:10:43

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In this special 100th episode, the shoe is on the other foot as Kealan and Cody are interviewed by Todd Harper, co-founder of Generous Giving, and David Wills, President Emeritus of the National Christian Foundation (NCF). Together, Kealan and Cody share about their family and faith backgrounds, how they got started on their journeys of generosity,…

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Season 2 Wrap up; Highlights from our favorite episodes. 49:20

13d ago49:20

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie wrap up Season 2 of the Generosity Now podcast by highlighting some of their favorite episodes. They express gratitude for the podcast's global reach and encourage listeners to share their favorite episodes with others. The highlighted episodes include discussions on inheriting wealth, setting a financial finish lin…

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Throwback: Mission Then and Now | Dr. Mike Rodewald 26:59

19d ago26:59

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For this episode of Essentially Translatable, the celebration of 60 years of Lutheran Bible Translators ministry continues with this insightful throwback from 2020. Rewind to the first episode of the podcast and listen as current CEO Rich Rudowske interviews Dr. Mike Rodewald, the former Executive Director of Lutheran Bible Translators. Spanning ov…

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Using Business to Lift People Out of Poverty: With Musana 44:23

20d ago44:23

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On this episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Andrea and Haril Kazindra, co-founders of Musana, along with Sam Mitchell, a supporter of Musana. Andrea and Haril share their journey of starting an organization in Uganda to lift children out of poverty. They discuss the importance of using business to make a positive impact and the shift from tradit…

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Jimmy Seibert, Pastor, on Sensing the Spirit through Spontaneous Generosity (Ep. 99) 1:02:11

24d ago1:02:11

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Jimmy Seibert is the founder and pastor of Antioch Community Church in Waco, Texas. Jimmy didn’t grow up in a Christian home, but his decision to follow Jesus in a radical way over a summer during his college years started him on a path of extreme generosity as an outflow of his relationship with God. Jimmy’s passion for generosity has poured over …

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Kids and Generosity; with Josh and Kaitlin Saenz 40:53

27d ago40:53

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie sit down with Josh and Kaitlin Saenz to discuss the importance of cultivating a lifestyle of generosity and whole-life stewardship with our children. Josh and Kaitlin share their journey from youth ministry to running a donor development organization, all while homeschooling their two boys. About Josh and Kaitlin Jo…

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The Finish Line Pledge | Dr. Kealan and Cody Hobelmann 45:06

1M ago45:06

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In this episode of Essentially Translatable, dive into the concept of setting a financial finish line to start a journey of mission-minded generosity. Brothers Kealan and Cody Hobelmann, one a surgeon and the other a financial advisor, are founders of the Finish Line ministry and hosts of the Finish Line Podcast. During this episode they share thei…

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Cultivating a Lifestyle of Generosity in Children: With Matt Bell 45:55

1M ago45:55

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by finance author and speaker, Matt Bell. Matt discusses the importance of teaching children about money and generosity. Matt shares his personal journey of financial struggles and how it led him to a saving relationship with Christ. They discuss practical skills for teaching kids about money, such as ear…

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Paul Bolte, Executive VP of Trustbridge Global, on Connecting the Worldwide Church Through Generosity (Ep. 98) 54:26

1M ago54:26

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Paul Bolte was brought up with a firm foundation in faith and generosity. A seventh-generation Christian born to a farming family in Australia, he learned the value of a good work ethic and the principles of giving as a small child. As an adult, Paul served in various leadership positions in Australia, New Zealand, and the US, and is a lifelong stu…

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Harnessing the power of the marketplace to achieve profound social impact; With Helen Hayes 46:56

1M ago46:56

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In this conversation, Eric and Laurie, are joined by Helen Young Hayes, the founder and CEO of Activate Work. Helen shares her remarkable journey from being the daughter of Chinese immigrants to becoming a top portfolio manager and surviving the catastrophic United Flight 232 crash. She reveals the profound spiritual experiences that led her to ree…

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Faithful in All | The Liberian Civil War 34:03

2M ago34:03

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In the past 60 years, missionaries with Lutheran Bible Translators have seen war and destruction effect the growth of ministry—but the faithfulness of God has never been disrupted. On this episode of Essentially Translatable, host Rich Rudowske celebrates the organization's 60th anniversary and explores a significant pivot in the history of Luthera…

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Understanding Charitable Gift Annuities: With George Duffin 40:40

2M ago40:40

40:40

In this conversation, Eric and Laurie are joined by George Duffin, the Director of Charitable Gift Annuity Services at the National Christian Foundation (NCF). They discuss the concept of charitable gift annuities and how they can be a valuable tool for individuals and organizations in their giving strategies. George explains that a charitable gift…

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Shane Enete, Author and Professor, on Excelling in Giving (Ep. 97) 57:43

2M ago57:43

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Dr. Shane Enete is a professor at Biola University in Los Angeles and the author of the book “Whole Heart Finances.” In his early teens, Shane was driven to learn all that he could about investing, but leaning into the tension he felt between his faith and his passion for finances, he discovered a deep desire to be a bridge to help people learn abo…

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Working from the Inside Out; With Jeff Haanen 34:13

2M ago34:13

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On this episode, Eric and Laurie sit down with Jeff Haanen, founder of the Denver Institute for Faith and Work, about the holistic message of generosity.They discuss the unintended consequences of a stewardship mentality, the importance of receiving God's generosity, and how generosity can be expressed through work and investing. Jeff emphasizes th…

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A Good Name | Sermon Series 19:26

2M ago19:26

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In this episode of Essentially Translatable, Rev. Rich Rudowske shares a sermon given at Concordia Seminary, St Louis on overcoming jealousy and the significance of maintaining a good reputation. This sermon draws from Daniel chapter 6 and the Eighth Commandment with explanation from Luther’s Small Catechism. Rich reflects on personal anecdotes to …

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Aligning Investments with Values: With Jeff Shafer 50:46

2M ago50:46

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie interview Jeff Shafer, CEO and co-founder of Common Good Capital. They discuss impact investing and how aligning investments with values can make a positive impact on people's lives. Jeff shares his personal journey and how a back surgery and subsequent crisis led him to shift his focus to impact investing. He expla…

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Pat and Janel Hord, Business Owners, on Creating Multigenerational Impact and Legacy (Ep. 96) 1:02:10

2M ago1:02:10

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Pat and Janel Hord are the owners of Hord Family Farms in Ohio. Pat and Janel each had generosity modeled for them in their early years and they developed a passion for it, but God has led them through increasing levels of thoughtfulness and complexity with regards to what exactly that looks like for them. They have navigated the challenges of runn…

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The Power of Complex Asset Gifting: Increasing Charitable Impact with Pete Gazlay 51:56

2M ago51:56

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On this episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Pete Gazlay. Pete shares his journey of faith, entrepreneurship, and generosity. He grew up in a middle-class family and came to know Jesus at the age of 17. Pete and his wife Linda started a commercial cleaning business called Total Facility Care, which grew over the years. In 2020, they went through …

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Translation and Syncretism | Rev. Dr. Douglas Rutt 36:11

3M ago36:11

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In this episode of the Essentially Translatable Podcast, Rich Rudowske engages in discussion with Rev. Dr. Douglas Rutt on the importance of cultural and contextual nuances when communicating the Gospel. Dr. Rutt has an impressive 40-year career serving in ministry. Most notably he has served as missionary to Guatemala, Director for International M…

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Being Part of God's Story Through Generosity; With Cody and Kealan Hobelmann 48:07

3M ago48:07

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On this episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Cody and Kealan Hobelmann. They discuss the concept of setting a financial finish line and the impact it can have on one's life. They share their personal stories of faith, generosity, and stewardship, and how these principles have shaped their financial decisions. The conversation also touches on the …

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Ron Bare, Financial Advisor, on Aligning Heart, Actions, and Finances (Ep. 95) 1:01:09

3M ago1:01:09

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Ron Bare is a financial advisor and the founder of Bare Wealth Advisors in Lancaster, PA. Raised on a fifth-generation dairy farm with a faith-filled family, Ron learned early in life the value of hard work, the biblical principles of stewardship, and the eternal impact of generosity. Those elements became the foundation of who he is and what he do…

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Next-generation impact investing; with Molly Bolthouse Cipiti and Parker Samelson 50:09

3M ago50:09

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In this episode, Parker Samelson and Molly Cipiti join Eric and Laurie for a discussion on next-gen involvement in philanthropy and investing. They also share their backgrounds, faith journeys, and the impact of generosity in their lives. The conversation highlights the unique characteristics of the Zillennial generation and their interest in impac…

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Partnering Well | Shonna Ingram 31:32

3M ago31:32

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How can a church congregation best provide care for a missionary abroad? On this episode of Essentially Translatable Rich Rudowske discusses the congregational care model with Shonna Ingram of Pioneer Bible Translators. Shonna serves as a Trauma Care Specialist, as well as a Career Transition Specialist with Pioneer Bible Translators. She has dedic…

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Solutions Series: Impact Foundation With Aimee Minnich 38:39

3M ago38:39

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie interview Aimee Minnich, co-founder and general counsel for the Impact Foundation. They discuss Aimee's journey and career arc, the success of the Impact Foundation, investment opportunities and success stories, challenges and lessons learned, and the principle of gleaning. They also explore who the typical impact i…

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Ryan Skoog and Cameron Doolittle, Authors of Lead with Prayer, on the Powerful Intersection of Generosity and Prayer (Ep. 94) 1:06:47

3M ago1:06:47

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Ryan Skoog is the CEO of Venture, a non-profit that serves war refugees, trafficked people, oppressed children, and the unreached in the most difficult places in the world. Being raised as a “spiritual mutt” in a mission-minded and entrepreneurial household, Ryan began a company alongside Venture, funding the administration of the ministry with the…

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Solutions Series: TrustBridge Global with Paul Bolte 35:40

3M ago35:40

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In this episode of the Generosity Now podcast, Eric and Laurie interview Paul Bolte from TrustBridge Global. They discuss the challenges of international giving and how TrustBridge Global provides a solution for donors who want to give to charities outside of the US. Paul shares his personal journey of faith and the importance of generosity and ste…

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More Than Data | Matt Kistler 30:36

3M ago30:36

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For this episode of the Essentially Translatable podcast, Rich sits down with Matt Kistler, the newest staff member to join the team at Lutheran Bible Translators. Matt serves as the Senior Measurement & Evaluation Analyst. He comes to Lutheran Bible Translators with education from Eastern University and experience working with Mission Mutual, the …

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Solutions Series: Community Impact Fund with Mike Scheid 35:58

3M ago35:58

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie interview Mike Scheid, the Executive Director of the Community Impact Fund. The Community Impact Fund offers impact loans to individuals and families in need, providing a lifeline for those struggling to make ends meet. Mike shares his personal journey and how it has shaped his passion for helping others. He explain…

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Rich Rudowske and Tilahun Mendedo from Lutheran Bible Translators, on Financially Self-Sustaining Models for Bible Translation (Ep. 93) 1:09:15

4M ago1:09:15

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Dr. Rich Rudowske and Dr. Tilahun Mendedo are the CEO and Associate Executive Director of Lutheran Bible Translators. Rich’s passion for the written Word of God took root when, as a small child, his parents gifted him an NIV Bible. Tilahun’s life was changed at the age of 15 when a German missionary gave him the greatest treasure of all – a Bible i…

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Solutions Series: Helping Hands with Shannon Hawkins Morris 28:55

4M ago28:55

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie interview Shannon Hawkins Morris, Vice President of Helping Hands. They discuss the history and purpose of Helping Hands, a ministry that provides financial assistance to individuals and families in need. Shannon shares examples of projects they have supported, such as providing shoes for children in low-income scho…

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Love Works | Daniel Jenkins 29:16

4M ago29:16

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Out of the 9 million visually impaired people in the United States, it is estimated that 95% of that population is unchurched. Daniel Jenkins, President for Lutheran Braille Workers is working to decrease that number by increasing access to Scripture through braille and large print bibles. For this episode of the Essentially Translatable podcast, D…

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Solutions Series: Complex Asset Giving with Jeff Waldron 49:39

4M ago49:39

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In this week's episode of the Generosity Now podcast, Eric and Laurie interview Jeff Waldron, a complex gift attorney with the National Christian Foundation (NCF). They discuss the power of asset-based giving and the various tools available for charitable giving. Jeff shares his personal journey of generosity and stewardship and how it led him to j…

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Stephen Kump, Founder of Charityvest, on Evolving Technology in the Generosity Space (Ep. 92) 1:06:50

4M ago1:06:50

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Stephen Kump is the CEO and founder of Charityvest, a pioneering donor-advised fund platform merging technology and collaborative giving to make charitable giving accessible to all. Charityvest simplifies the donor-advised fund process and cuts down barriers to entry, inviting individuals from all walks of life to partake in the joy of giving with …

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The intersection of faith and work: With Ross Chapman and Bob Larkin 43:25

4M ago43:25

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In this episode, Eric and Laurie interview Ross Chapman and Bob Larkin from Denver Institute for Faith and Work. They discuss the organization's mission to help people connect their faith and work, and the importance of bringing hope and life to their communities through their daily work. They also highlight Denver Institute's programs and initiati…

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Changed by the Word | Duncan Kasokason 29:56

4M ago29:56

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On this episode, Rich and Emily bring you to Papua New Guinea to hear a first-hand account of the energy behind the Bible translation movement. Join us for an insightful conversation with Ministry Entrepreneur Duncan Kasokason. Duncan is a Bible translation consultant through the Bible Translation Association of Papua New Guinea. Starting in 1986, …

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Journey of Generosity: with Dana Wichterman 41:08

4M ago41:08

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On this weeks episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Impact Investor and International Development Professional, Dana Wichterman. Dana shares her journey of generosity and stewardship, highlighting significant inflection points and the impact of impact investing. She emphasizes the importance of sharing generosity stories and provides helpful resou…

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Gary Ringger, Founder of Lifesong for Orphans, on Handing His Business Over to God (Ep. 91) 1:11:22

5M ago1:11:22

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Gary Ringger is the founder and President of Lifesong for Orphans. His journey from struggling business owner in the food industry to the steadfast shepherd of Lifesong for Orphans is a testament to the heart of generosity in action. Following a profound personal “contract with God,” Gary’s life shifted from profit-driven enterprise to purpose-driv…

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Transformational Impact: With Jon Halverson 41:44

5M ago41:44

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On this weeks episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by international business leadership, and investment expert, Jon Halverson for a look into the world of impact investing and the transformational impact that occurs when businesses thrive in challenging contexts. About Jon Jon has 25 years of experience in international business leadership, investme…

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Greatest Hits | Rich and Emily 1:16:50

5M ago1:16:50

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This week, we celebrate 100 episodes of Essentially Translatable! For this episode, co-hosts Dr. Rich Rudowske and Emily Wilson reminisce about some of their favorite moments from the past four years on the podcast. The Essentially Translatable podcast has brought countless stories from the field, interviews with Ministry Entrepreneurs, and convers…

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Faith-Driven Impact: with Tim Macready 35:53

5M ago35:53

35:53

On this weeks episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Tim Macready for a conversation about faith-aligned investing. Tim shares his journey from managing a billion-dollar pension fund in Australia to establishing Brightlight in the US, aiming to bridge the gap between investors' values and their portfolios. We explore the challenges and rewards of i…

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Michel Kenmogne, Director of SIL International, on the Power of Hearing God’s Word in Your Heart Language (Ep. 90) 1:07:26

5M ago1:07:26

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Michel Kenmogne is the Executive Director of SIL International, a major bible translation agency currently involved in over 1,300 language communities across 98 countries, representing almost one billion people in need of access to God’s Word. Michel shares his powerful testimony of growing up in the context of traditional African religion before h…

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Leveraging Influence to adopt the nations: with Deana Berg and Whitney Sewell 46:59

5M ago46:59

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On this weeks Episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Deana Berg and Whitney Sewell from Life Bridge Capital for a great conversation about investing capital with a greater purpose and becoming part movement that changes lives—one investor, one family, and one child at a time. About Deana At Life Bridge, Deana’s focus is on creating and growing inve…

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Cameroon Programs | Rev. Mike Kuhn and John Ndemba 31:13

5M ago31:13

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On this episode of the Essentially Translatable podcast, Rich and Emily are joined by John Ndemba and Rev. Mike Kuhn, who serve in the Bible translation movement in Cameroon and have recently become involved with the SURAM project. Rev. Kuhn fills the role of Data Analyst for SURAM, he also has served as a Missionary with Lutheran Bible Translators…

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Navigating WealthTransfer: With Rachel McDonough 52:52

5M ago52:52

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On this weeks episode, Laure and Eric sit down with two-time guest, author, speaker, and wealth advisor, Rachel McDonough for another discussion on the topic of wealth management, specifically the transfer of wealth. Rachel was previously featured on episode 8 and we want to encourage you to go back and give that episode a listen especially if you'…

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Kate Gardner, Host of the Ascendants Podcast, on Next Generation Stewardship and Generosity (Ep. 89) 1:02:14

5M ago1:02:14

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Kate Gardner is a trailblazer in the realm of next-generation philanthropy. With a transformational journey that began with receiving a significant wealth transfer on her 21st birthday, Kate redefined her life’s trajectory to align with her faith and a profound dedication to generosity. She has since supported approximately 60 missions teams across…

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NCF Impact Report: A Celebration of Faithfulness 30:59

6M ago30:59

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On this weeks episode, Eric and Laurie give an overview of the impact that NCF had in 2023 and give insights into how generosity and faithfulness go hand in hand when we seek to have a positive impact on God's Kingdom. It’s been another year of big giving at NCF, and it couldn’t have happened without you, the faithful stewards of God’s resources. I…

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Callings for Life | Dr. Jeffrey Leininger 47:11

6M ago47:11

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Does God have one specific purpose in mind for you? Have you ever paused to examine the various roles God has assigned for you in life? In this episode of the Essentially Translatable podcast, Dr. Jeff Leininger and Dr. Rich Rudowske discuss our callings (plural) and how we can recognize them. Dr. Leininger is the author of Callings for Life: God’s…

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