THE ROOTED TCK

THE ROOTED TCK
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THE ROOTED TCK Podcast is a community where we unpack the pressures of TCK life to grow deeper in faith, friendships, and confidence that God cares about every part of our stories. THE ROOTED TCK is a ministry of LAC; but whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome to join us! Tune in for a new episode the first of every month! www.therootedtck.com

  1. 5d ago

    5.8. Perspective & "Stacking" Decisions (with Austin Hines)

    On this episode, we welcome back Austin Hines, a TCK to Zambia and Mozambique. You’ll hear him share about how our perspective impacts the choices we make. Austin shares his own experiences of learning how to see God’s goodness even in challenging times. In his typical “coach” style, Austin will both encourage and challenge you to look to God, to control the two things within your control, and to learn to appreciate your current circumstances. There’s a lot here to take in, sit with, and put into practice. What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic DaviCONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 0:56 | Introduction0:56 - 3:40 | Getting to Know Austin3:40 - 10:52 | TCK Debate10:52 - 17:25 | Life Changes & New Perspectives17:25 - 23:47 | Practical Steps for "Stacking" Good Decisions23:47 - 26:13 | The Best Foundation for Decisions26:13 - 25:45 | Why Does Perspective Matter in Our Decisions?35:45 - 38:31 | The Two Things You Can Control38:31 - 40:57 | Embracing Loneliness as a Growth Opportunity40:57 - 42:06 | The Power of Scripture in Difficult Times42:06 - 46:34 | God's Timing: An Instant vs. Moments46:34 - 49:51 | Rough & Tough49:51 - 53:35 | Closing SHOW NOTES:23:57, 25:53 | Acts 4:13- “When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus.”41:05 | 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”44:24 | Romans 8:28 - “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”47:50 | Nehemiah 8:10 -”…Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” KEY QUOTES:14:25 | “You've got to now start making decisions that are gonna help shape your perspective on this situation.”19:35 | “I'm having a perspective of thanksgiving in my mind and in my spirit for the day.”20:27 | “I can take my time in the Word and put that into practice when I'm trying to make either quick decisions or sound decisions.”36:02 | “There's really two things that we can really control: there's our attitude and our effort.”37:59 | “We’re going to get out of it what we put into it.”38: 52 | “[Loneliness] can be challenging, but it can also be really incredible if we're able to have a better perspective on the season of loneliness that we're going through.”47:21 | “There's good things happening and you're part of it. Be excited about that.”Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS:TCK - third culture kidMK - missionary kidLAC - Latin America Caribbean

  2. Aug 1

    5.7. TCKs Rooted in God’s Love (with Bethanie Skipper)

    On this episode, we talk with Bethanie Skipper, a TCK to Argentina and Mexico. You’ll hear her share about her heart for TCKs to be rooted and established in God’s love for them. She shares personal stories of encountering God herself, the impact of alumni TCKs investing in younger generations, and encouragement for both TCK-support workers and parents. Bethanie has years of experience serving the TCK community and the Lord has given her such a beautiful heart in this ministry. You’ll want to hear all she has to share - including a fun story we’re glad didn’t end differently. What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic DaviCONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 1:23 | Introduction1:23 - 5:46 | Getting to Know Skipper5:46 - 9:45 | TCK Debate9:45 - 17:20 | A Heart for TCKs17:20 - 22:42 | Deepening Roots22:42 - 31:34 | There’s Value in Prayer & Community31:34 - 37:18 | Joy in TCK Lives & Stories37:18 - 40:25 | Being Present: The Ministry of Presence40:25 - 43:51 | Encouragement for Parents of TCKs43:51 - 47:24 | A Prayer of Blessing47:24 - 52:18 | Bethanie & the Whale52:18 - 54:33 | Closing SHOW NOTES:16:32 | Zechariah 4:10- “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin…”26:31 | Psalm 27:1 - “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”26:56 | Matthew 18:20 - “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.”30:00 | Hebrews 4:12 - “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”32:10 | Revelation 12:11 - “And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death.”44:18 | Ephesians 3:14-21- “… that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love,may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height—to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God…” KEY QUOTES:19:39 | “My heart is […] leading them most importantly to Christ that their foundation is firmly established that they are rooted in the Lord and that they know who He is.”27:40 | “Time and time again [God’s] Word has come to life.”33:57 | “I could still see God in the midst.”34:09 | “There's coming a moment where there will be this renewed strength.”35:59 | “What has brought me the greatest joy in all my travels is just seeing God in the midst of all of those locations, Him there, Him having a purpose and a calling on them.”39:27 | “[Make] sure your foundation is strong and then [listen] and [be] true and [be] present.”40:40 | “[God] has a purpose specifically for them right now in that country with you as a family.”41:31 | “Hold fast and hold steady. Walk forward in Him and know that He's got you and I believe He's got your kids.”46:05 | “God is good, God is still faithful, God is still moving and God loves you.”Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do thatHERE. COMMON TERMS:TCK - third culture kidMK - missionary kidLAC - Latin America Caribbean

  3. Jul 1

    5.6. A Powerful Testimony & Trusting God (with Ben Stubbs)

    On this episode, we welcome back Ben Stubbs, a TCK to South Africa. You’ll hear him share about ministry on college campuses, including a really powerful testimony of one of his friends perseverance to encounter God. Ben always shares from the heart and with so much depth. You’ll be challenged and encouraged to trust God even when it’s hard and it doesn’t come on the timeline you expect of Him. This is one of those episodes you don’t want to miss! What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic DaviCONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 0:57 | Introduction0:57 - 3:41 | Getting to Know Ben3:41 - 7:10 | Ministry and Connecting with International Students7:10 - 21:40 | Shiv’s Story: A Journey Into Faith21:40 - 24:00 | Building Altars of Faith24:00 - 30:38 | Trusting God’s Perspective30:38 - 33:44 | Treasures in Jars of Clay33:44 - 36:57 | TCK Debate36:57 - 39:52 | Closing SHOW NOTES:20:06 | Jeremiah 29:13 - “If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.”21:01 | Revelation 12:11 - “And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death.”30:18 | Romans 8:28 - “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”30:54 | 2 Corinthians 4:7-9- “But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed;32:03 | Matthew 5:3 - “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” KEY QUOTES:20:14 | “The mission of God is to be found.”22:24 | “We have to make a life out of just building altars out of the cool things that Jesus does and look back and remember those things.”24:00 | “We have to be able to trust that God has a bigger perspective than we do.”32:17 | “[Jesus] knows that the way toward the best life, the true life, is whenever we lean on him.” Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS: TCK - third culture kid MK - missionary kid LAC - Latin America Caribbean

  4. Jun 1

    5.5. Steps of Faith & Transition (with Gabriella Taylor)

    On this episode, we talk with Gabriella Taylor, a TCK to Portugal. You’ll hear her share how God led her to step out in faith even though it was uncomfortable - plus the lessons she learned along the way! Gabriella is young yet wise beyond her years. She also shares with us about what God is teaching her as she navigates a major life transition. We even get a glimpse into some reverse culture shock and a testimony of God’s provision! Make sure to tune in as we journey alongside Gabriella. What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic Davi CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 0:31 | Introduction0:31 - 1:59 | Getting to Know Gabriella1:59 - 6:13 | MK Debate6:13 - 9:51 | Starting a Ministry as a Teenager9:51 - 15:35 | Lessons from Leading a Bible Study15:35 - 19:52 | “Wins” from Stepping Out in Faith19:52 - 23:20 | Encouragement for Those Taking Leaps of Faith23:20 - 27:22 | A New Transition as a College Freshman27:22 - 30:59 | A Testimony of God’s Provision30:59 - 37:51 | Growing in Trust in the Lord37:51 - 40:44 | Final Reflections on God’s Holiness40:44 - 44:32 | Culture Shock & Closing SHOW NOTES:19:18 | Romans 8:28 - “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”34:09 | Jeremiah 18 - Clay in the Potter’s hands35:49 | Philippians 4:6-7 - “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” KEY QUOTES:19:20 | “[God has] a purpose for you on the field.”21:08 | “The Lord took that obedience and grew it and grew that seed even though I didn't know what I was doing and lacked confidence in it. He took that obedience and just really grew it into beautiful fruit.”21: 28 | “I think wholehearted surrender and just being open to whatever the Lord might have for [you] is incredible.”22:18 | “It's in that stretching and leaning into being a little bit uncomfortable that ultimately we grow and the Lord develops us.”26:46 | “…I really don't feel like I'm from here but I know without a shadow of a doubt that I'm supposed to be here.”28:21 | “My contentment and my joy and my satisfaction is found in Christ.”29:19 | “I'm in an amazing place for a miracle. I just need the Lord to come through.”32:30 | “Being in a place of complete surrender, I believe goes hand in hand with trust [in God].”38:13 | “How often do I go through my day and truly forget that my Creator, the God who made this world and who made me, is someone who I can just pray to at any point and I can have those conversations with?”Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS:TCK - third culture kidMK - missionary kidLAC - Latin America Caribbean

  5. May 1

    5.4. Growing Through Hard Things (with Heather Santymire)

    On this episode, we talk with Heather Santymire, a TCK to Zimbabwe. You’ll hear her share about her life as a TCK, a parent to TCKs, and serving parents of TCKs. Heather has a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to all things TCK! She talks about growing through hardship and clinging to the Lord in good times and bad times. She also talks about some of the joys and wins she’s had in her various roles. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic Davi CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 0:55 | Introduction0:55 - 7:41 | Getting to Know Heather7:41 - 10:32 | Proactive Member Care for Families10:32 - 16:08 | Navigating Transitions for TCKs and Parents16:08 - 17:20 | The Importance of Community17:20 - 20:43 | Lean Into the Lord20:43 - 26:15 | Accepting It’s Okay to Not Be Okay26:15 - 31:23 | Celebrating Wins and Success Stories31:23 - 36:51 | Finding Hope in Hard Times36:51 - 39:23 | Encouragement for Parents of TCKs39:23 - 42:33 | MK Debate42:33 - 46:19 | ClosingSHOW NOTES:33:05 | Psalm 121:1-3 - “I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber.”35:33 | Romans 8:28 - “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” KEY QUOTES:6:28 | “When you answer God’s call on your life, get ready for a battle… and it’s vital that you have community around you that will help support you through that.”11:22 | “We can’t and we shouldn’t remove all the hard. We grow through the hard.”16:29 | “It can be so easy to feel like I’m the only one walking through this situation and the enemy sweeps in very quickly to say, “yep, you’re the only one. You’re alone. No one cares.”17:22 | “Lean into the Lord. Don’t lean away from Him.”22:14 | “If everything is always easy then I’m more dependent on myself. It’s really in the hard times that we can say, "‘oh, that’s when I had to go back to the Lord and say I need your help.’” Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS: TCK - third culture kid MK - missionary kid LAC - Latin America Caribbean

  6. Apr 1

    5.3. Believing God is Still Good in Disappointment (with Cristi Alexander)

    On this episode, we talk with Cristi Alexander, a TCK to South Africa. You’ll hear her share about what she’s learning about God and herself in seasons of change and disappointment. Cristi talks vulnerably and beautifully about living in the tension of knowing who God is while her circumstances might try to tell her otherwise. We always love talking with Cristi and we know you’ll love being part of this conversation too! What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic Davi CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 1:17 | Introduction1:17 - 7:43 | Getting to Know Cristi7:43 - 16:33 | The Tension Between Going and Staying (and God’s Grace in the Middle)16:33 - 22:58 | Dealing with Pain and Disappointment22:58 - 25:37 | Believing God is Good When it’s Hard35:37 - 35:51 | Words of Comfort for Parents35:51 - 43:22 | A Prayer for Listeners in the Valley43:22 - 47:33 | MK Debate47:33 - 56:14 | ClosingSHOW NOTES:28:46, 40:13 | Psalm 23 - “Yahweh is my best friend and my shepherd. I always have more than enough. He offers a resting place for me in his luxurious love. His tracks take me to an oasis of peace near the quiet brook of bliss. That’s where he restores and revives my life. He opens before me the right path and leads me along in his footsteps of righteousness so that I can bring honor to his name. Even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, fear will never conquer me, for you already have! Your authority is my strength and my peace. The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near. You become my delicious feast even when my enemies dare to fight. You anoint me with the fragrance of your Holy Spirit; you give me all I can drink of you until my cup overflows. So why would I fear the future? Only goodness and tender love pursue me all the days of my life. Then afterward, when my life is through, I’ll return to your glorious presence to be forever with you!” KEY QUOTES:5:03 | “I've always known that the gift that that I was given as an MK was such a gift from God.”13:30 | “I’m learning that if I push and I long and I resent or fight the seasons that I’m in, all it does is just cause an ache in the heart.”19:05 | “This has been my season of, ‘who is God to me now in the seasons of disappointment and pain and loss and grief?;”20:38 | “My TCK experience was so good and I’m so grateful, but it also cost me a lot.”22:24 | “It is a gift to be able to stay and to wrestle through.”31:06 | “Intimacy with the Father is what is going to allow me intimacy with others.”32:03 | “I think a lot of times where the source of wounding is, God is so good and He’s so redemptive that He wants to heal in that way too.”32:44 | “The tension is allowing myself to be honest with the Lord, allowing myself to be vulnerable with others and allowing the mess to be visible.”41:29 | “I know now more than ever before that the valley of darkness is real, but that God’s goodness and presence and power is more real.”42:05 | “Lean in, He’s got you.”Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS:TCK - third culture kidMK - missionary kidLAC - Latin America Caribbean

  7. Mar 1

    5.2. Gratitude & Purpose (with Michael Southerland)

    On this episode, we talk with Michael Southerland, a TCK to The Netherlands and Wales. You’ll hear him share thoughts to TCKs and parents alike on shifting your perspective to gratitude, managing anxiety, and finding purpose in your life’s season. Michael is wise beyond his years so you’ll definitely want to soak up as much as you can from this episode. What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: Michelle Ellis, John Michael Caldwell, Nicole Caldwell SONG: Sunscreen by Vic Davi CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS:0:00 - 1:07 | Introduction1:07 - 7:24| Getting to Know Michael7:24 - 14:42 | Introducing MK Debate14:42 - 22:58 | Navigating Through Transition & Change22:58 - 32:00 | Suffering & Gratitude32:00 - 45:28 | Thoughts for Parents of MKs45:28 - 52:23 | Discipleship, Formation & Purpose52:23 - 58:15 | Closing Thoughts & Final Encouragement SHOW NOTES:6:05 | Dutch Orange Wave30:16 | Acts 5:40-42 - “…The apostles left the high council rejoicing that God had counted them worthy to suffer disgrace for the name of Jesus…”35:46 | Philippians 4:6-7 - “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”53:07 | Galatians 6:9 - “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” KEY QUOTES:22:19 | “The season of life you're in isn't forever and it's got an expiration date and eventually you will move on to something new.”23:30 | “Most of the time the most forming things that happen in me are happening through suffering.” 25:52 | “Everything that's within discipleship to Jesus can't just be thoughts, it has to be put into action.”27:41 | “There's something within us that struggles to believe God. ‘Can my life really be given to You in a way where You're going to take care of me?’”30:45 | “The peace that transcends understanding has to come from a place of saying, ‘God, I'm going to trust you even though I don't really know what's going on.’”31:01 | “Prayer is not performance, it's just honesty.”33:53 | “Your kids are your compass, not your cargo.” (Tim Southerland)Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS:TCK - third culture kidMK - missionary kidLAC - Latin America Caribbean

  8. Feb 1

    5.1. Thoughts on Perseverance & Anxiety

    On this episode, you’ll hear some exciting announcements you won’t want to miss. The team then shares some encouragement for TCKs about success, perseverance, and anxiety. You’ll hear reminders about God’s all-sufficient grace and sovereignty over every aspect of our lives. What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE. HOSTS: THE ROOTED TCK SONG: Sunscreen by Vic Davi CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Facebook | Email Us CHAPTERS: 0:00 - 0:49 | Welcome to Season Five 0:49 - 2:41 | Exciting Announcements 2:41 - 7:03 | Reflections on Past Retreats 703 - 10:45 | New Years Goals & Resolutions 10:45 - 15:38 | Encouragement for TCKs 15:38 - 24:29 | Dealing with Pressure & Anxiety 24:29 - 29:43 | God’s Sovereignty & Grace 29:43 - 34:53 | Closing Thoughts & Final Encouragement SHOW NOTES: 20:16 | 2 Corinthians 12:9 - “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” 26:47 | Romans 8:28 - “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” 29:42 | Ephesians 3:16-21 - “…And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is…” KEY QUOTES: 13:13 | “It's not about being perfect the first time. It’s about persevering even through failure.” 13:33 | “You are built for more. You are made for more.” 14:14 | “You just have to give yourself grace and give people around you grace.” 20:49 | “You have limitations and that is not a sign of weakness.” 25:39 | “Anxiety is not your identity.” 27:29 | “Don’t have an iron grip on what you think has to happen.” Interested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE. COMMON TERMS: TCK - third culture kid MK - missionary kid LAC - Latin America Caribbean

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THE ROOTED TCK Podcast is a community where we unpack the pressures of TCK life to grow deeper in faith, friendships, and confidence that God cares about every part of our stories. THE ROOTED TCK is a ministry of LAC; but whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome to join us! Tune in for a new episode the first of every month! www.therootedtck.com

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  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
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