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  • Serving Families, Preventing Crisis: Inside the Safe Families Movement
    Sep 13 2025

    What if helping prevent a child from entering foster care was as simple as sharing a warm meal, offering a ride, or checking in with a text? In this powerful conversation, host Dr. Leigh Byers sits down with JP Zabala, Area Coordinator and Church Engagement Lead for Safe Families for Children – Miami, to explore how this faith-based national nonprofit supports families in crisis before they ever reach the foster care system.

    JP shares the powerful mission and model behind Safe Families, including how "disruptive generosity" and a circle of support are changing lives—one relationship at a time. From hosting a child for just a few days, to volunteering as a family coach, friend, or local church partner, the opportunities to serve are varied and deeply impactful. With 95% of children returning home thanks to early intervention, the outcomes are clear—and inspiring.

    Whether you're in Florida, across the country, or just curious about how to support vulnerable families, this episode offers an encouraging look at what’s possible when communities wrap around one another with love, prayer, and practical care.

    💻 Resources & Get Involved

    🔹 National Site: www.safe-families.org 🔹 Florida Site: www.safefamiliesflorida.org 🔹 Social Media: Safe Families for Children – Florida on Facebook 🔹 Donate or Volunteer: Visit the websites above to give or learn how you can serve as a family friend, coach, host home, or church partner.

    🎧 Subscribe to Let's Share on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. 📍 Hosted by: Dr. Leigh Byers | President & Founder, Have A Need A Ministry

    🟣 Giving + Receiving = Sharing

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    29 min
  • Protect. Prevent. Empower. CASA Marion's Mission to End Domestic Violence
    Aug 24 2025

    In this impactful episode of Let’s Share, host Dr. Leigh Byers speaks with Shelby Kearns, Community Engagement Fundraiser at CASA of Marion County, to explore how this vital nonprofit provides shelter, legal advocacy, and life-saving support to survivors of domestic violence.

    Shelby shares how CASA Marion works to prevent abuse, intervene in crisis, and empower survivors through advocacy and education—and how the broader Marion County community can get involved.

    🗓️ Upcoming Community Engagement Opportunities:

    • September 2025: CASA Marion will participate in the Community Foundation’s Countywide Nonprofit Fundraiser, supporting dozens of local missions across Marion County.
    • October 2025: CASA will spotlight Domestic Violence Awareness Month, using education, outreach, and survivor stories to break cycles of violence.
    • November 15, 2025: Join CASA’s annual Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser, a fun and family-friendly event in downtown Ocala, starting at Citizens’ Circle and ending with an after-party at Midtown Station—all to raise awareness and support for survivors.📍 Location: Downtown Ocala – Kickoff at Citizens’ Circle, After-Party at Midtown Station 🌐 Website: www.casamarion.org 📧 Email: shelbyk@casamarion.org 📞 Shelby's Business Phone: 727.710.0667📱 Facebook: facebook.com/casamarioncounty

    💜 Because when we give survivors a voice and the community a way to engage, we create real change.

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    36 min
  • Sharing A MAJOR Program with Benefits for Nonprofits, Churches, and Private Schools, & Their Staff
    Aug 2 2025

    In this high-impact episode of Let’s Share, host Dr. Leigh Byers welcomes Dr. Joe Webb—Air Force veteran, community leader, and benefits consultant—to introduce a game-changing wellness program designed specifically for nonprofits, churches, private schools, and the hardworking staff who serve others every day.

    If you lead or work with a small-to-midsize organization and struggle to offer competitive benefits or affordable healthcare, this conversation offers real hope. Dr. Webb shares a zero out-of-pocket cost solution that includes unlimited mental health care, urgent care, specialist access, and tax-saving incentives—without burdening your budget.

    Whether you're a leader, board member, or concerned staff member, this episode will empower you to bring meaningful, accessible support to your organization.

    📞 Contact Dr. Joe Webb:

    • Phone: 305-905-1055
    • Email: drwebb@aygfinancial.com (Include “Healthcare” in the subject line)
    • LinkedIn: Joe Webb – Miami (or search “Joe Webb Miami”)

    🌐 Learn more at: haveaneedaministry.com

    💛 Because Giving + Receiving =Ssharing!

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    23 min
  • Isaiah 117 House: Sharing an Emergency Space for Kids in Need
    Jul 11 2025

    🎙️ Episode Title: “Isaiah 117 House: Sharing an Emergency Space for Kids in Need”

    In this heartfelt episode of Let’s Share, host Leigh Byers sits down with Tristan Baker, location leader of Isaiah 117 House Marion County, FL, to explore how one overnight foster placement turned into a forever family—and a lifelong mission to love on kids in crisis.

    Isaiah 117 House provides safe, comforting homes for children on the traumatic day they are removed from their families. Instead of waiting in a cold office, kids walk through a red door into a space of hope, warmth, and dignity. Learn how you can become part of this mission—whether through monthly giving, volunteering, or simply saying “yes” to making a difference.

    🌐 Website: www.isaiah117house.com 📍 Click on “Marion County, FL” to get involved locally

    📱 Follow Marion County’s Work on Facebook: facebook.com/isaiah117housemarioncountyfl

    🍋 Join the Lemonade Stand Challenge! Support Isaiah 117 House during the upcoming Lemonade Stand Fundraising Week. Children, families, and businesses across Marion County will be setting up stands to raise awareness and funds. 📅 Event Dates: July 18-20, 2025 💛 Every cup makes a difference!

    💬 Remember: Giving + Receiving = Sharing. Let’s continue building communities of connection, one door at a time.

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    26 min
  • Stewardship: Why God Is the Real Dollar General!
    Apr 25 2025

    In this episode, Leigh Byers—founder and President of Have A Need A Ministry, business professor, and leadership coach—welcomes Chris Cahill, a financial advisor with Edward Jones and an associate pastor. Together, they explore how faith, finance, and service beautifully intersect in both personal and professional life.

    Chris shares how his work in finance is deeply rooted in the principle of stewardship, offering a perspective that aligns financial guidance with purpose and biblical values. In addition to his role at Edward Jones, he also serves as a volunteer ministry counselor—helping others navigate life’s challenges with wisdom and compassion.

    As Chris reminds us, we are stewards, not owners, of God’s resources. God is the true "Dollar General"—the ultimate provider of wisdom and supply. Chris brings this mindset into every conversation, encouraging others to manage finances with integrity and faith.

    Interested in learning more? Chris is available for a free initial conversation about financial guidance through Edward Jones. You can also explore his writings and reflections by visiting his site: Meet Chris | BridgeBuilderBlog.

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    27 min
  • We Can Share All with God's Strength: A 10 Finger Prayer (Phil. 14:3)
    Mar 2 2025

    In this episode, Leigh Byers—founder and President of Have A Need A Ministry, leadership coach, and consultant—welcomes Joanne Murray, co-founder of Sistazas Coaching & Publishing LLC. Joanne shares her powerful personal and professional journey, including a miraculous testimony of healing that shaped her calling to empower women and men in business.

    With authenticity and passion, Joanne talks about her heart to serve others through coaching, publishing, and faith-rooted encouragement. Her life verse, Philippians 4:13—“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”—is what is called the 10-finger prayer, a daily reminder of God's sustaining power.

    Joanne offers free initial conversations for those seeking support in business and calling. You can also explore Sistazas magazines and learn more about her coaching services by visiting Sistazas Coaching & Publishing LLC.

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    26 min
  • Manage Mental Health Includes Community Connections
    Jan 25 2025

    In this episode, Leda Perez the Executive Director of ORA Clubhouse in Marion County, Florida, is one of 350 International Clubhouse mental health support organizations including Fellowship Clubhouse in Miami, FL. discussion of the efforts of the organization to support people who are managing their ongoing mental health recovery with a community through an available location that provides activities, breakfast, lunch, and support for work, etc. while also having them engage in the efforts of doing tasks. Be sure to access the Saturday 2/8/25 Telethon from 4 pm - 6pm. The organization seeks to grow and share its upcoming events and vision for future endeavors. Check out the ORA Clubhouse website - https://theoraclubhouse.org. They are also on Facebook.

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    25 min
  • 2024 Have A Need A Ministry Update
    Jan 25 2025

    This podcast is chat on the progress of Have A Need A Ministry in 2024 shared by the founder and president, Dr. Leigh Byers. Check out the Amazon link to purchase the Giving + Receiving = Sharing: A 31-Day Devotional. All royalties go the nonprofit. Join Have A Need A Ministry on Facebook and Instagram too! If you want to give, here is the donation link.

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    17 min