Living the Word Beyond Sunday Morning the Podcast Rev. Benita L. Weathers, M.Div

Just a brief checkin with everyone. I hope you are well. New episodes will be on the way in August! Be blessed!

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Matthew 22:37 requires us to love the Lord with all our heart, soul and mind. But everything starts with the mind. It is the mind that tells the rest of the body how to function and if we are to truly love the Lord with all of our heart and soul, it must start with the mind. That means we must intentionally feed our minds with those things that will cause us to behave in ways that are pleasing to the Lord so that our love of the Lord will be evident. In Philippians 4:8. Paul admonishes us to think on whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy. To think is a verb; it is an intentional action. When we intentionally think on positive things, our heart, soul and action will follow suit.

It is important that we in the Christian community take the steps necessary to de-stigmatize mental health needs. God was gracious enough to supply us with people who are trained in assisting individuals who need help with developing strategies to heal from traumas in their lives. This in no way undermines the need to pray but we can also pray for the Lord to lead us to the right therapist for us.

Original music written, produced, and performed by Jasmine N. Weathers (IG: Jasthanomad)

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New Book: The Scream Within: Mental Health and Clergy Marriages, Journey of a Pastor's Spouse, purchase at www.gloriousworkspublishing.com 

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Today, I am speaking with Dr. Edna Bell. Dr. Edna V. Bell is a proud Native of Chester, Pennsylvania. She has been in the Mental Health field for over 20 years. She is currently employed as a Clinician for adults with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and various Mental Health diagnoses. Dr. Edna also works as a Behavior Consultant and Mobile Therapist with children, adolescents and their families. She’s also a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist who helps people move beyond death, divorce Today, I am speaking with Dr. Edna Bell. Dr. Edna V. Bell is a proud Native of Chester, Pennsylvania. She has been in the Mental Health field for over 20 years. She is currently employed as a Clinician for adults with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and various Mental Health diagnoses. Dr. Edna also works as a Behavior Consultant and Mobile Therapist with children, adolescents and their families. She’s also a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist who helps people move beyond death, divorce.

Resources

National Alliance on Mental Illness 800-950-6264. 

Text NAMI at 741741 for crisis situations 24/7.




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This is a very special episode as I celebrate the release of my new book, The Scream Within: Mental Health and Clergy Marriages, Journey of a Pastor's Spouse. For those who may have wondered how my husband feels about my having written and released this book, wonder no more! He's here to talk about it himself! Be sure to check out his radio show, Conversation Unplugged on WWDB 860 am, Philadelphia and WWWE 1100 am The Real, Atlanta, Ga.

Original music written, produced, and performed by Jasmine N. Weathers (IG: Jasthanomad)

E-mail me or comment on any of my social media platforms for a free download of the LTWBSM Podcast Self-Work Booklet.

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amazon.com/author/benitaweathers

New Book: The Scream Within: Mental Health and Clergy Marriages, Journey of a Pastor's Spouse

#livingthewordbeyondsundaymorning, #LTWBSM, #RevBLWeathersinspirations, #benitaweathers #mindthemental


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On today’s episode, we’re talking about Autism, a condition that would be viewed as a mental challenge. Autism is a developmental disorder of variable severity that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication and by restricted or repetitive patterns of thought and behavior. Today, I am speaking with Mr. Maurice Snell who is living his best life with autism.

Maurice Snell is an individual living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. His story began at Easter Seals as a youth when he was a client of what was then the Easter Seals Therapeutic Day School for individuals with autism.

After eight years at Easter Seals, Maurice transitioned to Benito Juarez Community Academy High School. There, he was involved in many activities such as the Marine Corps Junior ROTC, Juarez Eagles Concert and Marching Band. He graduated in 2002 as a member of the National Honor Society ranked 13th of his senior class and then attended Saint Xavier University. During his time at Saint Xavier, he participated in various organizations such as the Student Success Program and their Concert Band. He graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor’s in Liberal Studies.

Maurice worked at Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago until this year, in which he’s currently employed at De La Salle Institute in Chicago as the Development Coordinator. Aside from his busy work schedule, Maurice continues to serve as an ambassador and inspirational story to many families impacted by autism and other special needs.

Original music written, produced, and performed by Jasmine N. Weathers (IG: Jasthanomad)

Focal scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

E-mail me or comment on any of my social media platforms for a free download of the LTWBSM Podcast Self-Work Booklet.

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I thought Mother’s Day would be fitting to announce the birth of my new book! I’m super excited about it and hope you will be excited with me. There are many people in the Christian and other faith communities who battle depression alone. Those of us who are loved ones of people who battle depression are also deeply impacted. Take a walk with me through my journey as the spouse of a pastor who is conquering depression. It’s high time to stop the stigma and make the scream within a scream without- without condemnation, without fear, without ridicule, without embarrassment. I present to you, The Scream Within: Mental Health and Clergy Marriages, Journey of a Pastor’s Spouse, now available for presale. www.benitaweathers.com www.gloriousworkspublishing.com
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This season, we’ve been speaking with people who are persevering and thriving through their physical challenges. Today I am speaking with Miss Shameka Smith. Miss Smith is a native of the District of Columbia/Maryland/Virginia area most commonly known as the DMV. Shameka is a 32 year old woman who has tenacity and loves to smile. She uses her faith to inspire others. She is currently pursuing her associates degree at Prince George’s Community College and has a zeal and inspiration to evolve into the independent woman she aspires to be. She says, “When life comes at me fast, I sing.”

Original music written, produced, and performed by Jasmine N. Weathers (IG: Jasthanomad)

Focal scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

E-mail me or comment on any of my social media platforms for a free download of the LTWBSM Podcast Self-Work Booklet.

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