Bailey T. Hurley is a writer and speaker who invites women to creatively build rooted community in the corner of the world!
She lives in Denver with her husband, Tim, and their two children, Hunter and Liv. As a family, they share a passion for welcoming people into the folds of godly community—especially Hunter who likes to have “all the peoples” over all the time.
She earned her M.A. in Leadership from Denver Seminary and uses her education to build a meaningful home and ministry that impacts how we daily lead our communities.
Feleceia Benton Wilson is a multi-passionate entrepreneur who is finding her voice not only as a business owner, but as a performer on the musical theater stage. This week as we continue to celebrate the stories of black women, we hear her chat about Audra McDonald - a Tony award winning African American performer whose unique voice has inspired singers like Wilson to embrace their own authenticity.
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Cheryl Luke is committed to helping people connect with their God-given purpose and challenges them to embrace the story of their lives. With over 35 years in ministry, Cheryl's goal is to equip and inspire others to acknowledge Christ’s unyielding love and share it with those around them. Her warmth and wisdom resonate as she delivers God’s message of restoration and hope. Cheryl lives in Austin, Texas and works at Shoreline Church.
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Instagram: @cherylluke
Website: Cherylluke.com
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Galatians 5:1 " It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."
Hebrews 12:1-2 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."
Romans 15:13 " May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."
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In the first episode of our "Cultivating Relationships in the Workplace" series, licensed professional counselor, Tricia Gordon, joins our host, Kat Armstrong, to discuss how to work through relational breakdown, tips for connecting in our current world, and the healing space she's creating for black women. Tricia's perspective on what it looks like to really come together in every aspect of life will inspire you to get creative and intentional with connection in your own life.
Tricia Gordon is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in private practice at You Matter Counseling in Dallas, TX. She is a compassionate, insightful, inspiring leader and entrepreneur with 15+ years’ experience working with Fortune 500 corporations, non-profits, healthcare agencies, and government and faith based initiatives. Tricia is passionate about helping women turn down the volume of their internal negativity in order to hear the truth of their intrinsic value, worth, and capabilities. To that end, Tricia’s most recent venture is developing a space for black women to recognize and heal from trauma.
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Instagram: @soulreparation
Website: youmattercounseling.com
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In our latest episode, Jo Saxton shares about her favorite woman in the Bible, Deborah. And let us tell you. Jo absolutely makes her story come alive. Honestly, Deborah’s story couldn’t be more timely. Her courageous leadership during an extremely devastating and difficult time in history provides us with the example we all need for how to boldly lead during the Covid-19 crisis and its aftermath. In a world that often puts us into prescribed boxes, Jo’s wisdom on how we can break free of stereotypes we might feel trapped in and confidently embrace our God-given gifts is a treasure. And if that’s not enough, Kat and Jo also discuss Jo’s latest book, Ready to Rise. Regardless of wherever you find yourself in life right now, you will find courage and freedom in today’s episode.
Jo Saxton, a Londoner born to Nigerian immigrants, is an author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach. After founding an initiative supporting women who lead, Jo now coaches female leaders around the world through her online leadership development program and advises organizations on how to develop and support women in leadership. Jo has written books on leadership, identity, and legacy, including The Dream of You. She lives in Minneapolis with her husband, Chris, and their two daughters.
Connect with Jo
Instagram: @josaxton
Website: josaxton.com
Links from the Show:
Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step into Your Influence by Jo Saxton
Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified and Marginalized Women of the Bible
No More Holding Back by Kat Armstrong
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In light of the devastating Covid-19 situation and it’s significant impact on each of our lives, we can’t think of a more fitting woman to be apart of our “Best of Polished Podcast” series than with THE Beth Moore. Having dedicated herself to the study and practice of God’s word for decades, Beth Moore is the older sister in the faith we all need right now. Let us tell you. If you need to be reminded that reading the Scriptures really is worth it and that the God of the Bible is who He says He is, then this episode is for you. In today’s episode, Beth Moore shares about how she came to love the Scriptures, what it looks like to dedicate herself to her craft while prioritizing her family and the story behind her latest book, Chasing Vines. While this episode was recorded before the start of the pandemic, Beth Moore’s discussion with our host, Kat Armstrong, is so timely in this moment and full of the hope we need right now. We are so thankful to Beth for sharing her story and about the ways God continues to work in her life. We hope that Kat’s conversation with Beth Moore brings hope and a renewed curiosity for Scriptures to you wherever you are in your faith today.
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Instagram: @bethmoorelpm
Facebook: Living Proof Ministries with Beth Moore
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On this episode of our Best of the Polished Podcast series, our host , Kat Armstrong continues to mix things up as she talks with Jamie about the kind of intentionality that’s necessary to celebrate other women from a place of authenticity.
If you've never heard speaker, author and podcaster extraordinaire Jamie Ivey, your ears are long overdue for something very special. Filled with wisdom, candor and straight-up realness, Jamie is legit.
If you struggle with celebrating other women, it's important to ask yourself why. And if you want to get better, you'll want to turn your ear to Jamie. She's got things to say. And we've got time to listen.
The Polished Podcast is back and we’re ready to star the new year off right with the Best of the Polished Podcast Series! We’re kicking things off with our friend Hosanna Wong.
Hosanna is a Bible-teacher, author, & spoken word artist empowering this generation to know who they are and boldly live out their purpose. She joins Kat Armstrong on this week's podcast to discuss one of her greatest losses in 2020, losing her identity in her father and men, and finding it in Jesus.