Seen & Known

Leona Morelock
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Christianity
  • Updated Biweekly

Welcome to Seen & Known—a podcast where faith meets friendship and the beauty of being fully yourself in a world that often tells you to be someone else. Hosted by Leona Morelock, introvert, encourager, and women's ministry leader, this show is a space to breathe deeply, laugh honestly, and reconnect with the truth that you are already deeply known and fully seen by a God who delights in you. Each episode invites you into meaningful conversations—some solo, some with guests—about the real-life experiences of belonging, spiritual growth, setting boundaries with grace, and building lasting friendships rooted in faith. Whether you're walking through a season of loneliness or longing for deeper connection, you're welcome here. Pull up a chair, pour a warm cup of something comforting, and let's explore what it means to flourish together. New episodes drop every other Monday.

  1. 5d ago

    16| Loving the Church While Longing for More

    In this episode of Seen & Known, host Leona Morelock welcomes pastor, author, and speaker Tara Beth Leach for an honest conversation about loving the church while acknowledging its shortcomings. Together, they explore the tension many women feel between deep faith in Jesus and disappointment with the church's failures. Tara Beth shares her journey as a pastor, wife, mother, and church leader, explaining why she remains committed to the church despite its imperfections. Describing herself as a "Millennial who still loves the church" and a "prisoner of hope," she reflects on what gives her confidence that God is still at work in and through the church today. Key themes include: Hope for the Church: Why Tara Beth believes the church can still become the radiant witness Jesus intended, even amid cultural skepticism and institutional failures. The Power of Relationships: How healthy Christian community and authentic friendships help people stay connected to faith when they are tempted to walk away. Women and the Church: A candid discussion about what women need from the church today, including opportunities to use their gifts, ask hard questions, and fully embrace their calling. Spiritual Formation and Morning Prayer: Insights from Tara Beth's book The Great Morning Revolution, emphasizing how beginning each day with intentional prayer shapes faith, leadership, and discipleship. Encouraging Women Leaders: Reflections on her work with Propel Women and the ways God is raising up and equipping women for ministry and leadership. A Message for the Weary: Tara Beth closes with encouragement for women who feel unseen, unheard, or wounded by the church, reminding them that they are deeply known, fully seen, and beloved by God. At its heart, this episode is an invitation to hold both honesty and hope—to acknowledge the church's wounds without abandoning the possibility of renewal, and to remember that God continues to see, call, and love His people even in seasons of disappointment and longing.

    15 min

  2. May 29

    15| Held in His Love, One Story at a Time

    In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with author and Ministry with Coffee host Tricia Bullard for a gentle, hope-filled conversation about presence, storytelling, and the faithful love of God. Tricia shares her journey from decades in the banking world to stepping into ministry later in life, and how one life-changing encounter with Jesus ignited her calling to help others experience God's overwhelming love. Together, they explore the sacred power of slowing down, pulling up a chair, and creating space for honest conversations—especially for those walking through loneliness, waiting, or wilderness seasons. Tricia also reflects on the friendships formed through Propel, the courage it takes to share everyday stories, and the beauty of discovering God's nearness in every chapter of life. This episode is for anyone longing to be reminded that they are not forgotten, that their story matters, and that God's love is personal, constant, and near.

    21 min

  3. May 11

    14| Unshackled: Breaking Chains and Learning to Soar

    In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with author and ministry leader Veronica Cornejo for a powerful conversation about freedom, resilience, and becoming who God created you to be. Veronica shares the heart behind her book, Unshackled: A Teen Mom Finding Unstoppable Freedom, and reflects on her journey of breaking generational chains, navigating faith in difficult seasons, and learning to trust God's redemptive work in her life. Together, they talk about recognizing God's presence in the most challenging moments, the role of friendship and community—especially through Propel—and what it means to embrace your true potential with confidence and hope. This episode is for anyone who feels defined by their past or wonders if real change is possible. If you're longing for freedom, healing, and the reminder that God still calls you to soar, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

    22 min

  4. May 5

    13| Building Strong Homes & Friendships

    What does it really mean to build a strong home? For many women, the desire to create a home filled with peace, faith, and love runs deep—but the reality of marriage, motherhood, and everyday life can sometimes feel overwhelming. In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with Carol Roper, founder of Building Strong Homes, to talk about what it looks like to build a spiritual foundation that lasts. Together they explore the role of wisdom in difficult seasons, the power of authentic friendships, and how simple moments—like gathering around a table—can strengthen both our homes and our hearts. If you've ever felt pressure to have it all together, or wondered how your ordinary days could shape a meaningful legacy, this conversation will remind you that strong homes are built one faithful step at a time. Pull up a chair and join us.

    35 min

  5. Apr 25

    12| Staying When It Hurts: Healing Church Wounds & Finding Sisterhood Again

    What do you do when the place that was meant to feel like home… is the very place that hurt you? In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Leona sits down with Natalie Runion—founder of Raised to Stay and author of I Don't Even Like Women—to talk about church hurt, staying rooted in Jesus, and the long road back to healing and belonging. Together, they explore what it means to wrestle with faith without walking away, how to navigate disappointment within the Church, and why so many women struggle to trust one another—even in spaces meant to feel safe. Natalie shares from her own story as a pastor's kid turned pastor, offering wisdom, honesty, and deep compassion for those who feel caught between loving Jesus and feeling wounded by His people. This episode is a gentle invitation to the woman who feels unsure where she belongs… a reminder that healing is possible, community can be restored, and you are not alone in your wrestling. In this episode, you'll hear: How to stay connected to Jesus while processing church hurt The difference between walking away from the Church and walking with God through pain Why female friendships can feel so complicated—and how to rebuild trust Practical ways to move from comparison and insecurity to connection A vision for a healed, healthy Church rooted in grace and truth If you've ever felt hurt, overlooked, or disconnected in your faith community, this conversation will meet you with both truth and tenderness. You are still seen. You are still known. And there is still a place for you.

    20 min

  6. Mar 30

    11| Growing with God One Page at a Time

    In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with certified life coach, podcaster, and journal creator Leslie Martinez for a joyful conversation about spiritual growth, purpose, and building rhythms with God that feel both meaningful and doable. Leslie shares how God led her into a multi-passionate calling—and why she's so passionate about helping women walk confidently and joyfully in their God-given purpose. Together, they talk about the SOAP method (Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer) and how it can help women—especially beginners—connect with God's Word in a simple, powerful way. Leslie also shares the heart behind her journal Unlock the Gospels, her gratitude-goals-prayer journal, and why she believes journaling can become a sacred space for transformation. This episode is for the woman who feels scattered, overwhelmed, or spiritually "behind," and needs the reminder that God meets her gently—one page, one prayer, and one step at a time.

    27 min

  7. Mar 16

    10| Type A to Type Pray

    In this episode of Seen & Known, I'm joined by Darian Posey, founder of Type A to Type Pray, to talk about what happens when capable, faith-filled women realize that striving is no longer sustainable. Darian shares her journey from control and burnout to surrender and peace, and how God met her in the tension between ambition and alignment. Together, we unpack what biblical surrender really looks like in marriage, how to pursue purpose without hustle culture, and why peace is found in progress—not perfection. If you've been carrying everything and quietly wondering why you still feel exhausted, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. Darian reminds us that we don't have to hustle to be whole or strive to be seen. There is another way—one rooted in prayer, healing, and steady growth. Leona - Instagram               Website Darian - Instagram                Website                Type A to Type Pray

    23 min

  8. Mar 2

    9| The Empty Chair at the Table

    In this tender episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with writer and fellow Propel alum Carmen Meurer to talk about the quiet grief of parental estrangement—the ache of the empty chair at the table. Carmen shares what led her to begin writing for estranged parents and how this often-unspoken loss carries layers of heartbreak, silence, faith wrestling, and enduring hope. Together, they explore what it means to grieve a relationship that is still living, how faith is stretched when prayers feel unanswered, and the power of friendship in seasons that feel isolating. If you are a parent carrying an unseen ache—or love someone who is—this conversation offers gentle companionship and a reminder that God sees the empty chair and sits with you in the waiting.

    22 min
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About

Welcome to Seen & Known—a podcast where faith meets friendship and the beauty of being fully yourself in a world that often tells you to be someone else. Hosted by Leona Morelock, introvert, encourager, and women's ministry leader, this show is a space to breathe deeply, laugh honestly, and reconnect with the truth that you are already deeply known and fully seen by a God who delights in you. Each episode invites you into meaningful conversations—some solo, some with guests—about the real-life experiences of belonging, spiritual growth, setting boundaries with grace, and building lasting friendships rooted in faith. Whether you're walking through a season of loneliness or longing for deeper connection, you're welcome here. Pull up a chair, pour a warm cup of something comforting, and let's explore what it means to flourish together. New episodes drop every other Monday.

Information

  • Creator
    Leona Morelock
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Seen & Known