Her Scars Tell A Story

Ann

The mission behind my podcast is to provide a platform for ordinary women just like you and me from different cultures, all ages and backgrounds to share their stories of how their scars point to Jesus. Let's be honest, so many of us come from dysfunctional families and upbringings and by the grace of God the wounds and trauma of the past are now our scars that tell a story of God's redeeming grace and love through the finished work of the cross. Although healing is a journey, we can confidently place our hope in the truth of the promises of God. I believe that we each have a voice and your voice has the power to change the course of someone's life.For the majority of my life I've lived afraid of sharing my voice which is why I love to journal. I often thought to myself, "how can I encourage and speak into this generation of women? I'm just a Chicana from the South Side of Chicago who is unqualified!"Then truth settles in and says, "this ain't about you, it's about Him."I don't have much expert advice to give, in fact my story is pretty muddy but it's my story of what Jesus has done in my life and I'll share it with you, along with the wisdom and grace that God gives us to navigate through this life to fulfill His will. In the quietness and uncertainty of these past 2 years during this pandemic, I discovered that it's time to share my voice as I've spent time in deep reflection and prayer with the Lord while tuning out the noise of this world. My purpose and heart is to encourage women right here in the City of Chicago to find their voice and tell others about what Jesus has done and continues to do in their lives. I will be sitting with women discussing different topics having honest, raw, organic conversations that will inspire and encourage this generation of women all to the glory to God.

  1. 12/11/2023

    "Rest for my soul in the Lord" with Dr. Evonne Thompson

    Send a text In today's episode, I'm honored to introduce my guest  Dr. Evonne Thompson, author of "Can you sleep like this? In the rest of God." I'm excited for you to listen to our conversation today on rest, obedience, worship and prayer as they all come together to truly find rest in God. I pray this episode will bless you. Meet my Guest: As a speaker, teacher, and author, Dr. Evonne is known for leading high-impact events. Complementing her theological experience and MA in theology, Dr. Evonne is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and MBA graduate from Regent University, allowing her to positively impact diverse communities through her professional work. After completing her doctorate from United Theological Seminary, she launched Elici, which combines her gifts as a consultant and Fortune 200 professional with faith. ​Dr. Evonne lives in the Chicago, Illinois area, and is passionate about local ministry efforts and volunteering. She works as a Director at the University of Chicago, as well as a Spiritual Director for Contextual Ministries students at United Theological Seminary. She serves on the Executive Council for United Way of Metro Chicago’s Women United, as well as other Chicago ministry organizations. She loves God, prayer, worship, family, friendship, fellowship, and laughter. When resting in God, she enjoys traveling, hiking, reading—and a favorite dessert. Website: www.elici.org Support the show You can partner up with me by making donations via PayPal by using the link below: https://tinyurl.com/HerScarsTellAStory-Donations https://herscarstellastory.buzzsprout.com Instagram: @herscarstellastory https://www.youtube.com/@herscarstellastory3899/ https://www.facebook.com/herscarstellastory Email: herscarstellastory@gmail.com

  2. 11/21/2023

    ThanksLiving- A conversation with my Husband, Omar Calvillo

    Send a text In this episode, I am thankful to have a conversation with my husband Omar Calvillo, the host of Wrong to Strong Chicago Podcast. We talk about gratitude and being thankful to God for who He is and all the blessings He gives to us. As we approach Thanksgiving the whole world gathers to give thanks. As a  believer in Jesus Christ , we are often urged throughout scripture to give thanks to God. I'll be the first to admit my initial response in troubling times, isn't one of thanksgiving. I'm learning that even difficult and trying times are opportunities to give thanks to God for being with us and leading us through such difficulties. I'm grateful for my Lord's love, grace and patience. He keeps us and gives us strength to keep going and seeking Him. Friends, I'm thankful for all of your love, support and prayers. Thank you, to the courageous women who have shared their stories for God's glory. I'm thankful for my sweet blessings, my husband Omar and my children Angel, Angelina and Moses. I'm thankful for my family, friends that became family and all my brothers and sisters in Christ. Blessings to you all this Thanksgiving.  With Love, Ann Calvillo Support the show You can partner up with me by making donations via PayPal by using the link below: https://tinyurl.com/HerScarsTellAStory-Donations https://herscarstellastory.buzzsprout.com Instagram: @herscarstellastory https://www.youtube.com/@herscarstellastory3899/ https://www.facebook.com/herscarstellastory Email: herscarstellastory@gmail.com

  3. 11/06/2023

    Be Brave, Be You with Lisba Romo

    Send a text Meet my Guest: For the longest time, Founder, of Be Brave. Be You, Lisba Romo struggled with  the spirit FEAR. In her early childhood, Lisba suffered from being bullied at school  and being verbally abused at home. Consequently, this led to Lisba’s feelings of  unworthiness, low self-esteem and having fear to do things. Lisba was so shy to do things that simply speaking up and expressing herself was a challenge. When  Lisba became a teenager, she battled with depression and having suicidal thoughts and experienced being spiritually attacked by an evil force. In college, Lisba began to step outside of her comfort zone. Yet life still had some challenges for her along the way as she entered the workforce. After being laid off for the second time, Lisba decided to become one of the caregivers for her dad who was  battling cancer. Unfortunately, her dad lost the battle against cancer and this rocked her to her core. Her father had to hold off on living his life fully in hopes of retiring one day and doing all the things he wanted to do but unfortunately life had a different plan for him. It is then that Lisba made a decision to be brave with her life.  She created her own challenge to conquer her fears by challenging herself for 10 days going live on Facebook doing a Be Brave and Get Uncomfortable Challenge. The more Lisba got uncomfortable, the more comfortable she became with being uncomfortable. Lisba’s passion for overcoming fears and adversities lead to creating her  own YouTube channel. One day Lisba met with a woman who invited her to co-author on a book to share her life story and gave her the inspiration to start her organization, Be Brave. Be You, LLC. Lisba is now leading a purposeful life as the Brave Warrior Life Coach, Motivational Speaker and Published Author in Today’s Inspired Latina. Lisba believes that there is yet more dreams to accomplish and  that nothing is impossible if you put your faith in God. Lisba is a child of God, a wife, daughter, and a sister and  has two pet childs, Honey and Bella. To learn more about Lisba and her organization, Be Brave. Be You, LLC. visit www.bebravebyou.com Support the show You can partner up with me by making donations via PayPal by using the link below: https://tinyurl.com/HerScarsTellAStory-Donations https://herscarstellastory.buzzsprout.com Instagram: @herscarstellastory https://www.youtube.com/@herscarstellastory3899/ https://www.facebook.com/herscarstellastory Email: herscarstellastory@gmail.com

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The mission behind my podcast is to provide a platform for ordinary women just like you and me from different cultures, all ages and backgrounds to share their stories of how their scars point to Jesus. Let's be honest, so many of us come from dysfunctional families and upbringings and by the grace of God the wounds and trauma of the past are now our scars that tell a story of God's redeeming grace and love through the finished work of the cross. Although healing is a journey, we can confidently place our hope in the truth of the promises of God. I believe that we each have a voice and your voice has the power to change the course of someone's life.For the majority of my life I've lived afraid of sharing my voice which is why I love to journal. I often thought to myself, "how can I encourage and speak into this generation of women? I'm just a Chicana from the South Side of Chicago who is unqualified!"Then truth settles in and says, "this ain't about you, it's about Him."I don't have much expert advice to give, in fact my story is pretty muddy but it's my story of what Jesus has done in my life and I'll share it with you, along with the wisdom and grace that God gives us to navigate through this life to fulfill His will. In the quietness and uncertainty of these past 2 years during this pandemic, I discovered that it's time to share my voice as I've spent time in deep reflection and prayer with the Lord while tuning out the noise of this world. My purpose and heart is to encourage women right here in the City of Chicago to find their voice and tell others about what Jesus has done and continues to do in their lives. I will be sitting with women discussing different topics having honest, raw, organic conversations that will inspire and encourage this generation of women all to the glory to God.