Counsel for Life

Eliza Huie and Beth Broom

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What we are reading
Feb 7 2024
What we are reading
This episode includes our recommendations for some books that are currently encouraging us. Click the book titles below to learn more about them:A Theology of the Ordinary, by Julie CanlisEmbodied Hope: A Theological Meditation on Pain and Suffering, by Kelly KapicDawn of Sunday: The Trinity and Trauma-Safe Churches, by Preston Hill, Joshua Cockayne, and Scott HarrowerSuffering Wisely and Well: The Grief of Job and the Grace of God, by Eric OrtlundWe also share that we will both teach at the Association of Biblical Counselors Conference in April 2024. Click HERE to learn more about that conference.Finally, Beth shared about a webinar offered through Christian Trauma Healing Network called "Healthy and Unhealthy Attachment in Relationships." This is a free webinar that you can access by clicking HERE.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships are for one year and automatically renew each month.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
Healing together: Exploring the pros and cons of group counseling, Featuring Melissa Affolter
Dec 13 2023
Healing together: Exploring the pros and cons of group counseling, Featuring Melissa Affolter
This episode features Melissa Affolter, counselor and director of content at Fieldstone Counseling. Melissa has many years of experience in leading small groups for survivors of trauma, and she shares with us some benefits of joining with a group of people to work through our pain and grow in our faith. She also talks about some things to consider before joining a group, and she offers wisdom and encouragement to leaders of groups. Melissa leads an online support group called ReStoried, which is designed for survivors of abuse and trauma. Click HERE to learn more about her group.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships are for one year and automatically renew each month.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
How to help an anxious generation of teens, Featuring Liz Edrington
Nov 15 2023
How to help an anxious generation of teens, Featuring Liz Edrington
This episode features Liz Edrington, minister to young adults and author of Anxiety: Finding the Better Story. Liz shares her expertise about the anxiety teens are facing and how God's Word speaks to their struggles. She offers years of experience in leading our teens into conversations that will help them experience God's love and comfort. Today’s episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing, whose mission is to serve Christ and his church by producing clear, engaging, fresh, and insightful applications of Reformed theology to life. For more information on P&R’s many resources for christian living, ministry, family and counseling, visit prpbooks.com.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships are for one year and automatically renew each month.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
Faith or Pharmacy? Christians and psychiatric medications, Featuring Adam O'Neill
Oct 25 2023
Faith or Pharmacy? Christians and psychiatric medications, Featuring Adam O'Neill
In this episode, we talk with Adam O'Neill, psychiatric physician's assistant. Adam shares with us his perspective on holistic Christ-centered care for the mind and body. He speaks specifically to some common concerns Christians voice about the use of psychiatric medications in the treatment of struggles such as depression and anxiety. Adam has created resources for those who want to learn more about this topic. Visit aoavirginia.com for more information. Please note that Adam is licensed to practice medicine only within the state of Virginia.Today’s episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing, whose mission is to serve Christ and his church by producing clear, engaging, fresh, and insightful applications of Reformed theology to life. For more information on P&R’s many resources for christian living, ministry, family and counseling, visit prpbooks.com.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships are for one year and automatically renew each month.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
How lament transforms your pain, Featuring Mark Vroegop
Oct 18 2023
How lament transforms your pain, Featuring Mark Vroegop
What is lament and why does it matter? Can we as Christians be obedient to rejoice always and still give voice to our deepest struggles and pain? In this episode, pastor and author Mark Vroegop joins us and explains why lament is essential to the Christian life and how it is process-oriented to help us bridge the realities of pain and joy. You will also hear about how his church has put lament into meaningful practice and how it is bringing healing and unity to their church. For more on the the civil rights vision trips read this article: https://www.9marks.org/article/civil-rights-vision-trip-one-churchs-story/To learn more about Pastor Mark Vroegop, visit:  https://www.markvroegop.com/Take Heart by 20Schemes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJOxS3LxcygBecome a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships are for one year and automatically renew each month.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com