The Almost Amazing Podcast

Latest Episodes:

"Trusting God in Suffering" with Julissa Chappell: A Story of Infertility, Adoption, and God's Plan Dec 15, 2021

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Julissa Chappell is the Director of Operations at Casa El Buen Samaritano, creating events that minister to and reach communities all throughout Houston with the gospel and medical assistance. Julissa shares the incredible story of how God brought her and her husband their three boys according to His plan and His timing.

To learn more about Casa El Buen Samaritano, visit https://www.casaelbuen.org/

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"Giving Gifts and Fresh Starts" with Tassy Beasley: Starting a New Career During a Pandemic Dec 08, 2021

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Tassy Beasley is the Owner/Creator of FindItGirl, an online retailer of high quality and unique home goods. Tassy shares about starting a new endeavor after many years in upper level retail and raising four boys to love and follow Jesus.

To learn more, visit https://finditgirl.com.

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"Caring for Those Impacted by Mental Illness" with Angelina Hudson: Resources and Encouragement for Loved Ones Dec 01, 2021

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Angelina Hudson is the Executive Director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness for the Greater Houston area. Focusing on providing education and resources for those struggling with mental illness and their loved ones, Angelina shares about her work with NAMI and her personal story of navigating the mental health issues of her family.

To learn more about NAMI visit https://www.namigreaterhouston.org/ or call their warm-line with questions at 713-970-4483.

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"Brighter Marriage" with Richard & Sheri Bright: Working Together to Grow Closer to God and Your Spouse Nov 24, 2021

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Richard and Sheri Bright are comedians, speakers, authors, and pastors focused on helping couples grow their faith and marriages through laughter. They share their story, their heart for couples seeking to strengthen their marriages, and give great insight into how we can all grow closer to God with our spouse.

To learn more about their ministry, like them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/therealbrights and check out their website https://www.brightermarriage.com/.

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"Working Motherhood" with Stephanie Whitfield: Enjoying the Seasons of Family, Work, Church, and Community Nov 17, 2021

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Stephanie Whitfield is a Multi-Skill Journalist for KHOU11 News in Houston, TX . She shares with us the joy she finds in her career, and the way she has found a role that allows her the flexibility to partner with her husband to raise children that love Jesus. We talk about her history in journalism, what kinds of news stories that get her excited, and the importance of having mentors in our lives and careers.

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"Serving Our City" with Kathleen Yarborough: Meeting Needs In Our Community and Sharing the Love of Jesus Nov 10, 2021

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Kathleen Yarborough is the Community Ministries Director for the CityRise Network, focusing on partnering with local ministries to meet needs and share the love of Jesus. Kathleen shares some opportunities to serve in Houston, and also talks about her journey toward developing a heart for partnering with local ministries.

Visit https://cityrise.org/soc to learn more about opportunities to serve in Houston.

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"Where the Light Fell" with Philip Yancey: Nurturing Our Faith When the Church Falls Short Nov 03, 2021

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Philip Yancey is an author writing primarily about spiritual issues. His books have sold more than fifteen million copies in English and have been translated into forty languages, making him one of the best-selling contemporary Christian authors. Philip shares the story of his faith journey recovering from a toxic church experience, and offers encouragement for those examining their faith with a critical eye.

To learn more about Philip and his new memoir, Where the Light Fell, visit https://philipyancey.com/

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"Serving the Church and Our Families" with Sonya DeArman: College Applications, Anxiety, and Hospitality Oct 27, 2021

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Sonya DeArman is a Christ follower, wife, mother, and thrift shopper. Being married to a pastor, Sonya offers insight on parenting a senior, helping guests at church feel welcome, and managing anxiety with all of life's ups and downs.

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"Defending Our Faith" with Zac McCray: Educating Ourselves on the Big Questions Oct 20, 2021

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Zac McCray is the Assistant Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Rice University, an organization dedicated to answering big questions about our faith and educating Christians on the tenets of our faith. Zac shares his personal story of coming to know Jesus, and the role apologetics play in his current walk with Christ.

For more information on Ratio Christi, or to contribute to Zac's ministry, visit https://ratiochristi.org/

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"Leading with Grace and Mercy" with Melissa Patin: Caring for Those Under Our Leadership Oct 13, 2021

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Melissa Patin retired last year from Houston ISD after 10 years as a principal, with a career as a school counselor and teacher before that. She shares her philosophy on taking care of those that we lead, and also her heart for putting the students' best interests first and foremost in education.

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