Episodes
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Appropriation vs. Appreciation: I Didn’t Know That: Episode 2
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Is it wrong to dress as a Native person on Halloween or Thanksgiving? What about Native Mascots? Or what about those Native themed colloquialisms we grew up hearing or saying? What do we do if our school has a Native themed mascot and it is accepted as "normal?" Listen in as we share information and experiences that will help you grow and understand the difference between Native Appropriation & Native Appreciation. We know that many of the things discussed in this episode may be uncomfortable for some of our listeners. We ask that you listen to learn and grow. When we know better, we do better.
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
September 30th is the National Day of Remembrance for Native Boarding Schools. Regardless of what you thought you knew (about boarding schools) or have been told, please listen to this episode. It was a difficult one to make for many reasons. We wanted to paint an accurate picture, tell real stories, and do so in a respectful and honoring way. We also wanted to share enough information to give you an accurate picture of the atrocities that faced those in these government and church ran boarding schools. You will also hear interviews and real life stories of those still affected today.
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
I Didn’t Know That- Season Intro
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Have you ever had a moment when you realized what you thought you knew had been incorrect? Or maybe you have spent your life with a certain view on a specific subject only to realize that wasn’t the whole picture? Or when learning about other cultures, have you ever realized that everything that shaped your framework was taught to you by people who looked like you, talked like you, and had the same life experience as you and nothing that you knew about the culture was actually taught from people within that culture? If you desire for that to change or you want to learn more about Native culture from a different perspective, this podcast season is for you. This season, we will explore several topics, focus on difficult aspects of history, and do our best to help you better understand the culture of the people we serve. You will hear how historical trauma endured by Native people is still affecting their lives and communities to this day. We pray that this will be an eye-opening season as you hear the voices of people we love, serve, and have a wealth of knowledge to share with us. Please listen with an open mind, willing heart, and a desire to know and do better.
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
A Never-Ending Battle for Freedom, Stability, and Peace
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
For this episode, Eric is back in Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi. Listen in as he speaks with three young refugees who are fighting to advocate for and bring awareness to the plight facing many refugees today. They share their thoughts, their frustrations, and parts of their refugee story. They also spend a great deal of the conversation discussing the forced relocation of refugees inside Malawi. We are certain that you will learn a great deal just by listening. This episode may also challenge you and at times make you uncomfortable. Please listen carefully as these young people courageously share their heart.
Monday Jan 23, 2023
A Challenging Perspective On The Grace Of God
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Listen in as we have a discussion with the FAB 4, as we like to call them, as they each share their story publicly for the first time. They are not your typical teenagers, these are young refugees who have had their life drastically altered by circumstances outside of their control. They have each encountered more hardships in their short lives than most people could even imagine, yet they have hope! We pray this encourages you, challenges you, and opens your eyes to needs around the world.
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Our Team is Growing: How Short Term Missions Can Change the Course of Your Life
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Jordan and Kayla Barton are joining the LLM team as our newest full-time missionaries. Listen as they share their story of how God used a short term mission trip to change the trajectory of their life.
Tuesday Jul 27, 2021
Tuesday Jul 27, 2021
In this episode, Eric sits down with his good friend, Pastor Desire Farini. Eric listens as Desire shares how through the murder of his brother, the loss of his home, and the fear for his life and family, he was able to see the goodness and grace of God. Listen closely as Desire shares a powerful story that will both challenge and encourage you.
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Staying the Course: Tracy's Story
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Tracy and her family had their world turned upside when soldiers busted into a prayer meeting at their church and arrested her father. Their lives have never been the same since. Listen to this powerful story of how God sustained this family through some of the most terrifying things imaginable. Also listen to the end and hear Brittany and Julias reaction to the Tracy's story. There is also a great deal that many of us could learn from Tracy, we try our best to unpack those and what they mean for the church.
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Staying The Course: Single on the Mission Field
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
We're back for season 2 of the LLM Podcast. The theme for this season is Staying the Course. Listen in to Episode 1 as Julia shares some of the struggles, triumphs, advantages, and disadvantages of being a single lady on the mission field. We hope this is encouraging to you whether you are a sender, supporter, or current/potential missionary.
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
The Christmas in the Villages Story and How You Can be a Part of It
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Listen in as we share more of the story behind Christmas in the Villages: Why it began, how it has grown, doors it has opened, and lives it has touched. We also share some of our favorite things about Christmas in the Villages, share a few memories, and even a laugh or two. The end of this episode will give you specific details on how you can be involved and even some shopping pointers along the way. We hope you enjoy as we share about one of our favorite ministry events of the entire year!