Explore every episode of the podcast Forward With Purpose
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| S3E11 Tori Shaw Pt2 | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:11:01 | |
Tori Shaw from Not Forgotten Ministries talks with us about her intake process and leader care. Her organization led 14 groups last year. Connect with Tori at: https://theyarenotforgotten.com/ or email: tori@theyarenotforgotten.com Connect with Mindy: fwpcast@anevenplace.com | |||
| S3E10 Tori Shaw Pt1 | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:35:39 | |
Tori is the founder of Not Forgotten Ministries. She has published her story in a book titled "I had a secret for seventeen years". Today Tori shares a little about her story and how the Lord led her to begin Not Forgotten Ministries. Connect with Tori at: https://theyarenotforgotten.com/ or email: tori@theyarenotforgotten.com. Contact Mindy: fwpcast@anevenplace.com | |||
| S3E9 Polly Lunetto with Polly Lunetto Ministries | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:41:58 | |
Polly shares her abortion story and how she the Lord led her to use her art talent to minister to women who've had an abortion. Connect with Polly and learn more about her services: pollylunettoministries@gmail.com or https://www.pollylunettoministries.org/the-tribute-art-project Contact Mindy: fwpcast@anevenplace.com | |||
| S3 E8 Sylvia Blakely Abortion Healing through Courageous Conversations | 07 May 2025 | 00:17:25 | |
Sylvia joins us to talk about what courageous conversations look like and why they are needed to help us heal from the aftermath of abortion. Sylvia arisedaugther@gmail.com Mindy fwpcast@podcast.com | |||
| S3 E7 Sylvia Blakely Her New Abortion Recovery Book for African American Women | 28 Apr 2025 | 00:49:33 | |
We spend time talking with Sylvia about Arise and Fly Free written to help African-American Women heal from the emotional wounds of abortion, how to be a bridge that brings healing to the African-American church, and courageous conversations. Contact Sylvia at arisedaughter@gmail.com. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com | |||
| S3 E6 Anger, Denial, co-leaders, referring for therapy, continued healing for leaders | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:35:13 | |
Linda and Mindy discuss various questions posed during Forgiven and Set Free leaders training that contribute to healing abortion wounds in participants. Topics include: participants not being able to move past anger or denial, how to know when to refer ladies to a therapist or trained counselor, and recognizing when the leader needs additional healing and help. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com | |||
| S3E5 LaToya Mathews with Heal The Womb | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:37:03 | |
In this episode of Forward With Purpose, guest Latoya Matthews shares her journey from a shocking, early discovery of an unexpected pregnancy to finding healing and purpose through forgiveness. Latoya recounts the deep isolation and inner conflict following her abortion, where numbness masked lingering regret and shame. A compassionate pastor recognized her hidden pain, prompting her to confront her past and embrace spiritual renewal. This transformative experience led her to write “Unveiled Freedom,” a book inviting others to overcome the burdens of their past and reclaim their inherent value. Her testimony is a moving call to confront pain with grace, emphasizing that even our deepest wounds can pave the way for redemption and a purposeful life. Contact Latoya: hey@latoyamathews.com | |||
| S3E4 Lisa Davis with Deeper Still Northern Indiana | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:48:08 | |
The "Forward With Purpose" podcast, hosted by Linda Keener Thomas and Mindy Lefaucheur, supports leaders in abortion recovery ministry by fostering connections within the field. In this episode, Lisa Davis from Deeper Still Northern Indiana shares her journey in abortion recovery ministry, which began in 1999. Lisa's personal struggles, including an abortion at 18, led her to Christ and eventually to lead recovery programs. Initially, she led "Forgiven and Set Free" Bible studies but later transitioned to Deeper Still retreats, finding their immersive and prayerful approach more effective for healing. Lisa highlights the importance of addressing concurrent grief issues and the role of community and prayer in the healing process. She also underscores the value of networking with other organizations and the unique aspects of Deeper Still retreats, such as the team approach and the use of tangible elements. Lisa and her husband now lead these retreats together, having both experienced significant healing through the program. The episode concludes with details about upcoming retreats and how to locate a Deeper Still chapter. www.deeperstillnorthernindiana.com | |||
| S3E3 Helping the woman afraid to tell her prolife husband she had an abortion panel disucussion | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:30:49 | |
The "Forward With Purpose" podcast, hosted by Linda Keener Thomas and Mindy Lefaucheur, delves into the challenges of abortion recovery ministry, particularly focusing on the sensitive issue of women who have not disclosed past abortions to their pro-life husbands. Featuring insights from Jill Marquis, Tanya Flores, Lovette Vassar, Sylvia Blakely, Toni Brubaker, and Cindy Harless, the episode explores the complexities of such revelations. Key points discussed include the difficulty of sharing past abortions with pro-life spouses, understanding the motives behind disclosure, and the impact of fear on relationships. The panel underscores the importance of prayer, discernment, and timing in deciding when to share this information. They also highlight the potential for healing and restoration in marriages through honest communication, the significance of discipling women to trust in God, and the necessity of giving spouses time and space to process the news. The conversation emphasizes the delicate balance between honesty and emotional readiness, showcasing the transformative power of grace and understanding in fostering healing and stronger relationships. | |||
| S3E2 Helping the woman who wants healing but justifies her abortion panel discussion | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:27:00 | |
The Forward With Purpose podcast explores the complexities of abortion recovery ministry, featuring hosts Linda Keener Thomas and Mindy Lefaucheur alongside guests Jill Marquis, Toni Brubaker, Cindy Harless, Sylvia Blakely, and Lovette Vassar. Together, they discuss a case in which a woman sought healing while still justifying her recent abortion, a decision driven by her attempt to escape an abusive relationship. The conversation highlights the tension between the desire for healing and the need to confront the spiritual and moral implications of abortion. Throughout the episode, the guests share their experiences in guiding women through the recovery process, emphasizing the importance of patience and allowing each individual to come to terms with their emotions in their own time. They discuss the challenges of working with younger generations, particularly Gen Z, who often approach these issues from a perspective shaped by moral relativism and limited religious engagement. The discussion also explores the role of group dynamics, ensuring that recovery sessions remain a safe space for open and honest dialogue without allowing any one perspective to dominate. The guests reflect on the balance between forgiveness and accountability, recognizing that while spiritual healing is available, it does not negate the consequences of one’s choices. This episode offers ministry leaders valuable insights on how to navigate evolving cultural and generational perspectives while staying rooted in biblical principles to support those seeking healing. | |||
| S3E1 Panel Discussion with Jill, Serena, and Tanya Part 1 | 30 Jan 2025 | 00:22:52 | |
We are taking time to bring some issues and concerns forward to let you know that you might get a call like this. In this session we talk about the woman who remains pro-choice after abortion healing. | |||
| S2E32 Amy Garner with Redeemed For A Reason | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:30:47 | |
Amy talks with us about her call into serving men in abortion recovery looking at both the similarities and differences. To contact Amy amy.garner@redeemedforareason.com To contact Mindy fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E31 Michelle McCauley with Deeper Still Northern Ohio | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:22:33 | |
Deeper Still retreats and what sets them apart. To contact Michelle deeperstillnorthernohio@gmail.com To contact Mindy fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E30 Rebecca Cary with Hands of Justice & Jenny Foster with Loved Much | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:37:40 | |
Rebecca Cary with Hands of Justice shares her story of surviving sex trafficking and the organization she founded to help other Overcomer's live productive lives after coming out of being trafficked. We talk with Jenny and Rebecca about abortion healing, good language to use with these ladies in their abortion recovery, and how to navigate the portions of our studies that deal with personal responsibility and denial. You may contact Jenny Foster at author@jennyfoster.org. To learn more about Hands of Justice please reach out to the new director Dawn Candy at dawn@handsofjustice.org. To connect with Rebeca Cary email becca38tx@gmail.com. Connect with Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E29Bob Hershey with Carenet | 13 Sep 2024 | 00:43:43 | |
Bob talks about abortion recovery and men, the value of the church being in abortion recovery ministry work, and the differences and similarities of men's healing compared to women's healing. | |||
| S2E28 Kerry Luddy with Hopeline PRC | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:30:25 | |
Kerry joins us to talk about care-fronting in ministry, how it looks, how to be prepared, how to respond if we are not received well. This is a personal conversation as Kerry recently confronted Mindy and they decided to bring the result of their conversation to share with you. You can contact Mindy at podcast@anevenplace.com | |||
| S2E27 Victoria Robinson with Reassemble | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:34:40 | |
Victoria shares with us about doing men's retreat and doing couple's retreats. What is different and what is the same. Contact Victoria at victoria@reassemblelife.com. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E26 Jill Marquis and Lovette Vassar with Carenet Abortion Recovery and Care | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:46:03 | |
Jill and Lovette tell us more about the Forgiven and Set Free online training course they have developed. We also talk about what church engagement with Carenet looks like and how it's impacting our communities for life. We also introduce the topic of engaging the black church. If you would like to contact Jill or Lovette you may do so at: jmarquis@care-net.org or lvassar@care-net.org. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E25 Wendy Giancola with Capital Hill Pregnancy Center | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:38:35 | |
Wendy joins us to discuss Transforming Your Story, the abortion recovery book she wrote. She helps us learn more about the value of the book, how it is unique among some of the other studies, and takes us into some of the activities for the participants and how that aids in their healing. You can contact at wendy@chpc.us. She offers training for this study by virtual or in-person. Contact her for more details. You an also visit www.transformingyourstory.org. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com.. | |||
| S2E24 Kerry Luddy with Hopeline Pregnancy Center | 12 Jul 2024 | 00:48:54 | |
Kerry joins us to share her story of how she got involved with abortion recovery. She encourages those who are in this work who do not have abortion in their past and shares some insights on the FSF training provided by Sara Loy at Spring Water Healing as well as things she incorporates into her studies. You can contact Kerry at kerry@hopelineprc.org. Please contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E23 Mary Browning with The Justice Foundation | 12 Jul 2024 | 00:36:38 | |
Mary talks with us about the declarations on how abortion hurts us, the value of those declarations, and she gives us some encouragement from a legal stand point to remain steadfast. She also gives us more information about another organization she and a group of people are developing called Operation Outcry. This is yet another way for us to make our voices heard and engage the fight against abortion. You may contact Mary to learn more at mbrowning@thejusticefoundation.org. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E22 Terri Baxter with the H3helpline | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:46:58 | |
Terri joins us to talk about the work of the helpline, how it is vital in abortion recovery healing and ministry, and what the helpline coaches do. Contact Terri at terrib@h3helpline.org. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E21 Sylvia Blakely w/Arise Artists and Jane Meeks Light Group Ministeries | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:41:39 | |
Sylvia and Jane join us to help us understand the value of art in the healing process. Please join us to learn the big picture of how art moves us into a space of healing, opens conversations, and some practical ideas to use in your groups. Contact: arisedaughter@gmail.com and jmeeksart@aol.com. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E20 Jane Meeks with Light Group Ministries | 24 May 2024 | 00:42:04 | |
Jane join us today to talk about her companion study she wrote to follow up after an abortion healing group. The book is titled The Next Step. She also shares how the Lord called her into this ministry as she does not have an abortion experience in her life. You many contact Jane at jmeeksart@aol.com. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E19 Karen Jenkins and Annette Crouch with Uniquely Abba's Daughters | 24 May 2024 | 00:42:46 | |
Karen and Annette tell us about how they conduct a virtual memorial. We had a sweet time talking with these women. If you would like more information you may contact Karen at forgivenandsetfree@live.com or Annette at favabk@yahoo.com. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E18 Sara Hamilton with Real Options Texas pt2 | 17 May 2024 | 00:18:04 | |
Sara shares with us how she continues to minister to the women who go through her groups with an annual dinner. This is a very practical and easy way to bless and care for them. You may contact Sara at shamilton@realoptionstx.com. Please contact Mindy with show topics or guest ideas at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E17 Sara Hamilton with Real Options Texas pt1 | 17 May 2024 | 00:27:01 | |
We have a very practical talk with Sara about the workshop on how to share your testimony she offers her ladies after a Forgiven and Set Free group. You can contact Sara at shamilton@realoptionstx.com. For interview topics or guests you'd like to suggest please reach to fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E16 Stefanie Libertore with Hope and Healing Pt2 | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:23:18 | |
We continue our discussion with Stefanie with another example of a WOW group. The topic we explore is Unexpected Gifts and you find a great unexpected twist to this support group idea. Please contact Stefanie with questions and other information needed to start your support group for after abortion care. slibertore@hopefordeeperhealing.com. You can contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E15 Stefanie Libertore with Hope and Healing Part 1 | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:36:30 | |
Stefanie talks with us today about her WOW (Women of Worth) monthly support group, how she structures them, the topics she discusses and we go into a meeting with her. You will learn alot about how to structure an effective monthly support. So if you've ever wanted to start one this will be a great podcast for you. You may contact Stefanie at slibertore@hopefordeeperhealing.com | |||
| S2E14 Mary Lee Mason with New Heart of Texas | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:29:31 | |
Mary Lee joins us today to share about the intake process of New Heart works. She has done hundreds of intakes over the years and has honed her process. If you have questions or would like to be trained in how to put on a Rachel's Vineyard retreat you may contact her at marylee@newheartoftexas.org. Contact the host at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E13 Adriana Camp with Chosen To Be Healed | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:37:52 | |
Adriana shares why she loves Surrendering the Secret bible study and her unique way of doing a memorial. You can contact Adriana with more questions at adriana@chosentobehealed.com. You may contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E9 Jenny Foster with Loved Much | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:38:58 | |
Jenny tells her story of having a medically advised abortion and how we can talk with women who have followed in her steps to help them on their healing journey. You can read her book Natty's Pond: finding hope and forgiveness after a medically advised abortion. You can contact Jenny at author@jennyfoster.org. Please contact mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E12 Renea Kitchin with If Not For Grace | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:41:02 | |
Renea describes the Care Coach and Communications role within her organization where we learn how to bring the church and those without abortions in their past into the ministry to help participants receive deeper healing. If you have questions for Renea you may contact her at rkitchin@infg.org. You can reach Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E11 Jill Marquis with Carenet Pt2 | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:34:35 | |
In this episode we talk with Jill about imposter syndrome in abortion recovery leaders and how to overcome it, how to identify a study group leader from among our participants, and the two topics abortion recovery leaders are wanting to know the most about. You may contact Jill at jmarquis@care-net.org. You may contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E10 Jill Marquis with Carenet Pt1 | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:32:55 | |
Today we are speaking about trends in men and women in abortion recovery. She shares about the Forgiven and Set Free webinar trainings she and Lovette are putting on and the severity of the cross. You may contact Jill at jmarquis@care-net.org. The link for the carenet resources is https://www.care-net.org/arctoolkit24 If there is a topic we have not covered or need to cover in more depth please contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E8 Bruce Dyksen with She Found His Grace | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:28:35 | |
Today we talked with Bruce about the struggles he had, as a husband, during the process of his wife's healing from rape and abortion. He talks with us about what he learned and offers advice and suggestions for husbands to help their wives heal. This is for you group leaders. He helps us to advise the women in our charge to understand what husbands need as wives go through the healing process. Questions for Bruce email brucedyksen@shefoundhisgrace.org. Men can find healing at SheFoundHisGrace.org under the tab for men. Contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. for topics ideas or to be a guest on the show. | |||
| S2E7 Sylvia Blakely with Arise Daughter | 08 Mar 2024 | 00:38:50 | |
Today we are talking with Sylvia Blakely from the book The Leadership Lessons of Jesus by Bob Pritchard and Rob Briner. We discuss chapter 35 Boldness Builds Leadership. It is a rich discussion on what boldness in leadership looks like with Jesus and how we can incorporate that into those entrusted to our leadership. You may contact Sylvia at arisedaughter@gmail.com. Please contact Mindy at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. for topic ideas or guest interviews. | |||
| S2E6 Steve Siler with Music For The Soul | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:41:23 | |
Steve Siler visits with us sharing his heart for starting Music For The Soul, to help others heal from their trauma and emotional pain concerning various issues in our lives. Today he discusses Mercy Great Enough. He walks us through how the songs were developed, at what aspect in healing they touch, and how to use the music to open conversations with those who need healing and with the church at large. You may contact Steve at steve@musicforthesoul.org. To hear a clip of 'Hidden Things' hang around after the podcast is finished. For future show topics you'd like to hear more about or to be a guest please contact fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E5 Jill and Kelsey Dwell Church | 17 Feb 2024 | 00:40:10 | |
Jill and Kelsey come on to tell us more about the H.E.A.R.T. abortion recovery bible study and to discuss a couple of object lessons they have found helpful. If you would like to learn more you may contact either of them at heartinfo@gmail.com or visit at https://www.dwellcc.org/ministries/heart. For topics ideas or guest considerations please contact fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E3 Sylvia Blakely with Arise Daughter | 17 Feb 2024 | 00:40:43 | |
In this episode we discuss how God is moving to lead Sylvia to focus on certain groups of women that need abortion healing. There is some good food for thought as we continue to lead women down a healing journey and how our future groups may be shaped. | |||
| S2E4 Meredith Woods with Spring Water Healing | 17 Feb 2024 | 00:38:04 | |
Today Meredith Woods joins us to talk about our expectations towards those who volunteer in our ministries and how to confront in a loving manner. You can contact Meredith at mwoods@springwaterhealing.org. If you are interested in their virtual Forgiven and Set Free training please contact info@springwaterhealing.org. Please submit topic ideas or guest considerations to fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E2 Jacob Barr with iRapture | 12 Jan 2024 | 00:47:05 | |
Ok so I thought this conversation would be a bit dry as our subject is SEO and website marketing so we can be seen online, however, we had a lively talk and Jacob gave some great ideas to help boost your online presence. He also offers a sizable discount to get started with him. Listen for the discount code. You can contact Jacob at jacob@irapture.com. Please connect with me if you want to hear more on a particular subject or know of a great interviewee. fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| S2E1 Serena Dyksen with She Found His Grace | 12 Jan 2024 | 00:30:13 | |
We had a list of things to discuss with Serena but the Holy Spirit directed us differently. We discuss the healing that takes place from sexual assault that ends in abortion. This is a beautiful discussion on forgiveness and how to help the woman in your groups struggling with these things. You can contact Serena at serenadyksen@shefoundhisgrace.org. I want to hear from you. What topics do you want to hear more about or discuss. Email me at fwpcast@anevenplace.com. | |||
| Tanya and Tricia with Reproductive Loss Network | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:36:56 | |
Today we talk about the training programs currently available for workers and the training programs coming the Spring of 2024; how to help helpers dealing with the grief of their client's abortion decisions and new material to assist the client during their grief. Abortion Recovery Network podcast will become Forward With Purpose podcast January 2024. Contact tanya@reproductivelossnetwork.com and tricia@reproductivelossnetwork.com or contact mindy@anevenplace.com with topic/guest ideas. | |||
| Sylvia Blakely with Arise Daughter | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:36:48 | |
Today we are talking about The Leadership Lessons of Jesus chapter 59 The Freedom to Fail. Failure is not a person it is an event. Join us today for rich conversation and how to be encouraged when failure comes. Abortion Recovery Network podcast will become Forward With Purpose podcast January 2024. Contact Sylvia at arisedaughter@gmail.com. Contact Mindy at mindy@anevenplace.com | |||
| Renae Kitchin with If Not For Grace | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:33:49 | |
Today Renae and Mindy discuss INFG's intake process. If you have been wondering how to unburden yourself from the intake process and get others involved and grow your team, you will find great value from this conversation. Abortion Recovery Network will become Forward With Purpose podcast January 2024. You can contact Renae at rkitchin@ifng.org. Contact Mindy at mindy@anevenplace.com. | |||
| Sylvia Blakely with Arise Daughter | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:21:48 | |
"Don't expect fairness in a fallen world." Today we are continuing our discussion with Sylvia the book titled The Leadership Lessons of Jesus by Bob Briner and Ray Pritchard. Please join us as we learn how to be the leader God has called you to be. Abortion Recovery Network will become Forward With Purpose podcast January 2024. You can contact Sylvia at arisedaughter@gmail.com. Contact Mindy at mindy@anevenplace.com. | |||
| Mindy Lefaucheur on Forward With Purpose | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:09:43 | |
Mindy digs a little deeper into why the name change from Abortion Recovery Network to Forward w/Purpose is important to us all as abortion recovery leaders. Abortion Recovery Network podcast will become Forward With Purpose podcast January 2024 Contact mindy@anevenplace.com. | |||
| Linda and Mindy | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:17:39 | |
In this episode we spent some time reflecting on the conversation we had with Coach Robin Fuller. We take a few minutes to reflect further on the load God gives us and the load we take on from others that God did not give us. Abortion Recovery Network will become Forward With Purpose January 2024. Contact mindy@anevenplace.com. | |||
| Robin Fuller with Bloom Coaching | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:44:50 | |
We discuss burnout, the signs and what you can do to avoid it, or where to get help if you think you are experiencing burnout. Abortion Recovery Network will become Forward With Purpose January 2024. You can contact Robin at coachrobinfuller@gmail.com. If you have questions about any of the podcasts or idea and topics please contact Mindy at mindy@anevenplace.com | |||