A Sojourner’s Truth

Episode 13: Mentoring Moms and Families with Susan Seay

In this episode, Natasha has a conversation with Susan Seay, author, life coach, and mom of seven, and mentoring moms and families. They discuss why they don't read parenting books, and why business and leadership resources are more helpful for managing a family.Susan Seay uses her “Mentor 4 Moms" Podcast as an extension of the relatable teaching style found in her book “The Intentional Parent: Parenting On Purpose When Life Gets Busy." Though her resources, you can get a sense of Susan’s heart to provide encouragement to moms combined with helpful practical tools. Susan truly understands the challenges of being an Intentional Parent. Susan has been a mentor to women locally in Austin, TX and internationally for over a decade.Show notes are available at A Sista's Journey blog. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 12 Mentoring and Leadership with Nancy Beach

In this episode, Natasha speaks with Nancy Beach about mentoring and leadership. They discuss the #MeToo and #ChurchToo Movements, women in leadership, what pastors need to know, and their hope for the future.Nancy Beach is most known for her groundbreaking ministry to more fully unleash the arts in the local church, and for leading artists with grace, wisdom, and skill. For over 20 years she served as the Programming Director of Willow Creek Community Church in suburban Chicago, building a community of artists who sought to create transformational moments in weekend church services. Nancy also served as a Teaching Pastor, periodically bringing the weekend message. She invested five years as a leadership team member of the Willow Creek Association, an organization that exists to envision and inspire church leaders all over the world. In over 26 countries and on 6 continents, Nancy has shared her passion, teaching at conferences and workshops.Show notes are available at A Sista's Journey blog.Show notes are available at A Sista's Journey blog. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 11 Cultivating a Mentoring Community

In this episode, Natasha speaks with some of the founding directors of her nonprofit, Leadership LINKS, Inc. about how to cultivate a mentoring community. They share lessons learned, intentional actions, and the benefits of mentoring communities. This is your introduction to Ms. QuaWanna Bannarbie, Mr. Davede Alexander, and Admiral Arthur Johnson, Jr. (U.S. Navy,Retired).Mrs. QuaWanna Bannarbie has over 15 years of professional writing experience in both the corporate and private sectors, specializing in administrative correspondence in support of non-profit start-ups and public service agencies. She is an Adjunct Professor of Nonprofit Leadership at Indiana Wesleyan University.Mr. Davede Alexander is the CEO and Chief Strategist of Innovo Strategic Solutions. Throughout his career he has conceptualized and developed ongoing, popular, leadership programs for organizations such as the U. S. Marine Corps, the U. S. Naval Academy, and the Ron Burton Training Village.Admiral Arthur Johnson, Jr. is the Founder and CEO of Destiny Aviation Services, LLC. After leading and commanding at all levels in the U.S. Navy for 33 years, he now seeks to broaden the nation’s pool of aviation professionals through various aviation and education initiatives.Show notes are available at A Sista's Journey blog. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 10: Our REDEMPTION Stories with my daughter

In this episode I have the privilege of having a conversation with my 11 year old daughter, Ashley S. Robinson. We share our stories, talk about her life and recent experiences, and what we are both learning about choosing freedom and courage. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 9: Our REDEMPTION Stories with Janie L. Mines

In this episode, Natasha interviews Ms. Janie L. Mines, the first black female graduate of the United States Naval Academy. Janie shares her story of leadership and redemption with us. Janie L. Mines entered Annapolis—the U.S. Naval Academy— in 1976 as the only African American female in the first class of women. After leaving the military and corporate America, she continued to serve her country as the Senior Advisor, Business Process, in the Office of the Secretary of the Navy. She currently serves on the Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS and is an independent executive management consultant. As a Sloan Fellow she earned an MBA from the Alfred P. Sloan School of Business Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Ms. Mines founded and managed a non-profit organization for over 10 years serving socioeconomically disadvantaged adolescent boys in the community. She won numerous awards and was selected to carry the Olympic torch. She has maintained her relationship with the U.S. Naval Academy throughout the decades and continues to positively impact the lives of midshipmen and naval officers through her mentorship and ongoing support.Check out her new book release, "No Coincidences: Reflections of the First Black Female Graduate of the United States Naval Academy." Launch: November 10, 2018, Ms. Janie L. Mines and Mrs. Anne Springs Close in Fort Mill, SCAvailability: Pre-orders starting November 10, 2018 athttps://nocoincidencesbook-com.myshopify.com/Shipping: December 10, 2018Website & email:https://custommessagesinc.com/customerservice@custommessagesinc.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 8: Our REDEMPTION Stories

In this episode we are talking about our Redemption Stories with two community leaders in the Triad, NC area, Dr. Michelle Johnson and Miss Chase Clark. Dr. Michelle Johnson is a wife and mother, committed first to the spiritual and personal development of her family, and second to her assignment with her husband to build the Kingdom of God through community development and education reform. She pastors A People of God Church in Jamestown, NC with her husband, Rev. Tacuma Johnson, and also owns and operates The Point: Center for Education, Inspiration, and Transformation. In 2012, they opened the community’s first charter school to offer free transportation and meals to families seeking choice for their children.Miss Chase Alexandria Clark is the compassionate and lively 14-year old founder and visionary of Chase’s Chance, INC. “Chase’s Chance” is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2013 with a focus on the youth and young adults locally and internationally. To date the organization has raised and donated over $28,000. Our hope is that ALL youth feel supported and encouraged to move towards the life that God has designed for them. Chase is a ninth grader and attends The Early College/Middle College at GTCC-Jamestown. Her plans include attending Spelman College and becoming a successful pediatric orthopedic doctor. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 7: Our Stories in the WILDERNESS w/ Pastor Florence M. Mugisha

In this episode, we discuss Our Stories in the WILDERNESS with Pastor Florence Mugisha of Africa New Life Ministries in Kigali, Rwanda. Florence Mugisha is the Co-Founder of Africa New Life Ministries with her husband, Dr. Charles Mugisha, and serves as the organization’s Director of Women’s Ministry. Florence is a graduate of Multnomah University in Portland, Oregon. She is a preacher, motivational speaker, and dynamic communicator of the good news of Jesus Christ. Passionate about the gospel and revival, she has been invited to preach at a variety of churches across Uganda, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, and the United States. God has raised her to be a voice for the poor and the orphaned children of Africa. Florence is a mother of five children. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 6: Our Stories in the WILDERNESS with Amena Brown

This episode features a conversation with my dear friend, spoken word artist and author, Amena Brown. We are having a conversation about Our Stories in the WILDERNESS. Amena Brown is a poet, speaker, author, and event host. Named one of Rejuvenate Magazine’s Top 40 under 40 Changemakers, Amena is the author of five spoken word CDs and two non-fiction books: Breaking Old Rhythms and her latest release How to Fix a Broken Record. She has performed and spoken at events across the nation such as Creativity World Forum, IF Gathering, and Chick-fil-A Leadercast, as well as touring with Gungor, Ann Voskamp and the Voices Project Historically Black College and University Tour. Amena is the host of three podcasts: HER With Amena Brown, the limited edition How to Fix a Broken Record podcast about her book of the same name, and Here for the Donuts. She and her husband, DJ Opdiggy, live in Atlanta where they host an open mic every fifth Thursday at Urban Grind Coffee. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 5: The HISTORY of Our Stories w/ Joyce Garrett

This episode features a conversation with my dear friend, godmother, mentor, and acclaimed choir director and Bennett Belle, Joyce Garrett talking about the HISTORY of Our Stories. In it, she shares her personal experience participating in the Civil Rights Movement as a college student and the continuous fight for racial justice today.Joyce Garrett, a native of Kinston, North Carolina consistently produced outstanding choral ensembles for over thirty years at Eastern High School, Washington, DC. A consummate musician and exemplary music educator, Garrett served as Founder/Artistic Director of the Excellence Without Excuses program, a youth intervention, values-training and scholarship program she created for the award-winning Eastern High School Choir of Washington, DC during her teaching career there from 1972-1999. Garrett directed the United States Naval Academy Gospel Choir in Annapolis, Maryland from 1990 until 2006, performing throughout the United States from California to New York, showcasing the Gospel Choir’s talents, and serving as a catalyst for Academy minority student recruitment and retention. Garrett received the Bachelor of Arts Degree from Bennett College, and the Master of Music Degree from The Catholic University in Washington, DC. During her teaching career, she received numerous honors and awards Currently, she serves as the Music and Worship Arts Ministry Director of the Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA. She is married to James Garrett and is the mother of two adult children, Rodney and Melanie Messer.Follow her work through the Joyce Garrett Fan Page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 4: The HISTORY of Our Stories with Latrice Williams.

The episode features a conversation with Mrs. Latrice Wiliams talking about the HISTORY of Our Stories. Latrice is my aunt, my mom's baby sister, and we are sharing some of our family history in this episode.Latrice is a marketing and communications professional with more than 25 years of experience in community relations, media relations, strategic planning and event coordination. Her career experience includes promotions and exposure for various non-profits and associations. Latrice successfully managed several award-winning projects and public awareness campaigns, coordinated volunteer retention efforts, led creative and production teams and maintained departmental budgets. Latrice’s area of expertise includes digital content and story development, branding and volunteer coordination and retention. She currently provides web and digital content services and program coordination for the South Carolina Heart Gallery, an agency seeking to provide permanent homes for children in foster care. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.