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  • Faith, Finances, and Finding Your Voice — with Elna Eayrs

    Faith, Finances, and Finding Your Voice — with Elna Eayrs
    Dec 8 2025
    In this episode of the Christian Readers Community Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Elna Eayrs—a pastor, storyteller, mentor, and a powerful voice for faith-filled living.

    Elna and her husband serve in ministry, but beyond the pulpit, she is a force in spaces where Christian voices aren’t always loud—finance, youth development, motherhood, and personal growth. Our conversation dives into the heart of her mission: helping believers find their voice, steward their lives wisely, and walk boldly in the purposes God has planted in them.

    We talk about her work-in-progress books—one focused on financial wisdom for believers, and another aimed at mothers and young people navigating today’s challenges. Elna opens up about the real-life experiences that shaped her writing, the spiritual backbone behind her creativity, and why she believes every Christian—no matter their background—carries a story worth telling.

    This episode is highly recommended for mothers, youths, youth leaders, and anyone hungry for practical encouragement grounded in Scripture and real life.

    If you’ve ever wondered how faith meets finances… how storytelling can heal… or how God can turn your journey into a ministry—this episode will speak to you.

    About the Author — Elna Eayrs

    Elna Eayrs is a storyteller at heart, shaped by faith, family, and a deep desire to help others find their voice. Her writing grew out of real-life experiences—both the challenges that tested her and the moments that strengthened her purpose. With a background in ministry, education, and community support, Elna brings honesty, compassion, and practical wisdom to everything she creates.

    Beyond her work, she is a mother, mentor, and encourager who believes that every person has a story worth telling. Today, she shares her journey, her growth as a writer, and the heartfelt motivation behind her mission to inspire and uplift others through her words.
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    19 min
  • Matchmade Through Books with Mark R. Worden

    Matchmade Through Books with Mark R. Worden
    Nov 26 2025
    Some stories remind us that God writes the best love stories—and this episode is one of them.

    In this heartwarming and insightful conversation, Mark R. Worden takes us on a journey through faith, calling, and the unexpected ways God weaves lives together. Mark shares how he and his wife, Connie, first connected through books—yes, books! What began as a simple exchange of Christian titles in an online author group became a friendship… and then a marriage built on purpose, ministry, and a shared love for storytelling.

    We also explore Mark’s transition from missionary life to becoming an author, his powerful devotional HE IS! Knowing God through Fifty Scriptural Meditations, and how God continues to lead him and Connie as they serve through their writing ministry. Their story is not just beautiful—it is a reminder that obedience, faith, and creativity can open doors to blessings we never saw coming.

    If you're a lover of Christian books, faith stories, or God-ordained connections, this is one episode you’ll absolutely treasure.


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    About the Author — Mark R. Worden


    Mark R. Worden concluded in the 3rd grade that God existed when his teacher introduced him to infinity numbers—“You can count forward and backwards forever and ever!” Although he later wrestled with submitting to God, his story of salvation is shared in the preface of his award-winning devotional theology book, HE IS! Knowing God through Fifty Scriptural Meditations.

    Mark gladly provides a free PDF of his book to anyone who asks. In fact, it was through offering this devotional in a Facebook Christian author group in 2023 that he met his wife, Connie Cook Worden. They began reading each other’s books, developed a friendship, and eventually married—a story they are currently writing into its own book.

    Mark came to faith in 1978 and has served in various ministries and business endeavors throughout his life. He is currently a seasonal fly-fishing guide while full-time RVing in Montana with Connie, and they are preparing to move back to her hometown in BC to continue ministry and writing.

    You can learn more about their ministry, books, and new audio releases narrated by Connie at:
    www.heisministries.net
    YouTube: Mark.R.Worden-adventures (includes a free audio reading of HE IS!)
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    27 min
  • Who Is Your Favorite Christian Fiction Author? A Conversation with Jacinta Meredith

    Who Is Your Favorite Christian Fiction Author? A Conversation with Jacinta Meredith
    Nov 16 2025
    If you love Christian historical fiction, this episode is going to feel like sitting down with a friend who truly understands your love for books.

    In this episode of the Christian Readers Community Podcast, I had the absolute joy of chatting with Jacinta Meredith—a passionate book lover and aspiring historical fiction writer. I interview authors all the time, but there is something uniquely refreshing about interviewing a reader whose heart beats for stories. Jacinta is exactly that kind of reader.

    Together, we explored our favorite Christian historical fiction authors, the stories that changed us, and the books we keep recommending again and again. Whether you’re an author wondering how readers connect with your work, or a reader hoping we mention one of your favorites, this episode is for you.

    It’s fun, warm, and filled with genuine love for the genre—and you might find yourself adding a few new names to your reading list.

    I highly recommend listening. Who knows? We just might have mentioned your favorite author… or even you.
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    38 min
  • Foster Care, Religion, and Juvenile with Lance Hillsinger

    Foster Care, Religion, and Juvenile with Lance Hillsinger
    Nov 5 2025
    What happens when faith, social work, and the justice system collide?

    In this thought-provoking episode of the Christian Readers Community Podcast, I sit down with Lance Hillsinger, a retired child welfare social worker and author of In Place of the Parent: Inside Child Protective Services and Matthew, Mark, Luke and John: A Court Investigator Examines the Gospels.

    Lance brings decades of experience from inside the foster care and juvenile court systems—and shares how his deep faith shaped the way he approached some of the hardest realities faced by children and families. Our conversation dives into the intersection of faith and public service, the struggles within the healthcare and foster care systems, and how compassion and justice can work hand in hand.

    With honesty and incredible insight, Lance connects faith, wisdom, and lived experience in a way that challenges and inspires. His message offers a powerful reminder that every child’s story matters—and that God can use us, wherever we are, to make a difference.

    This episode is a must-listen for parents of teenagers, educators, and anyone connected to the foster care system—or anyone seeking to understand how faith can illuminate even the most complex corners of society.

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    Amazon links to his books:

    Matthew, Mark, Luke and John: A Court Investigator Examines the Gospels: https://www.amazon.com/Matthew... />
    In Place of the Parent: Inside Child Protective Services: https://www.amazon.com/Place-P...

    Build A Better Bridge: Social Policy for the 21st Century: https://www.amazon.com/Build-B...

    Beyond Amelia: Lesser-Known Women of Yesteryear published under the name L B Hillsinger: https://www.amazon.com/Build-B...

    Visit his website: lancehillsinger.net




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    About the Author:
    Lance Hillsinger is a retired child welfare social worker and the author of In Place of the Parent: Inside Child Protective Services, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John: A Court Investigator Examines the Gospels, Build a Better Bridge: Social Policy for the 21st Century, and Beyond Amelia: Lesser-known Women of Yesteryear.

    Over his career, Lance has combined faith, policy, and compassion to advocate for children and families in crisis. His unique perspective bridges social work and spirituality, offering deep insights into how faith can guide real-world service.

    Lance has appeared on several podcasts, including Child Welfare Leaders, Faith Science, The Bible Say What?, We the Patriots, and Liberty Radio Network. He and his wife, Lisa, live in San Luis Obispo, California, and have been married for over forty years. They have two adult children.
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    21 min
  • are You Wasted? With Kim Patton

    are You Wasted? With Kim Patton
    Oct 25 2025
    In this deeply moving episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Kim Patton, author of Nothing Wasted, to talk about her powerful journey through faith, loss, love, and redemption. Kim opened up about the highs and lows of her first ten years of marriage—the struggles that tested her faith and the grace that held her together.

    We also talked about one of the most defining seasons of her life: the moment she received the heartbreaking news of infertility after waiting for ten long years. Kim spoke with raw honesty about how she wrestled with hope, grief, and identity—and how God turned her pain into purpose.

    Halfway through our conversation, we delved into one of her favorite subjects—open adoption—and how it reshaped her understanding of love, family, and God’s redemptive work. Every part of Kim’s story reminds us that no part of our journey is wasted when placed in God’s hands.

    📘 Nothing Wasted is a beautifully honest memoir that offers comfort and courage to anyone walking through disappointment, waiting, or loss.

    Learn more about Kim Patton and her work at kimpatton.com
    Connect with her on Instagram and Facebook @kimpattonwrites


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    About Kim Patton


    Kim Patton is an adoptive and foster mama living in North Carolina with her husband Kevin and two daughters; Eden and Shiloh. She writes for Waiting in Hope Infertility ministry, Her View from Home, Shaunti Feldhahn, and has been the host of the Book Therapy podcast since 2022.
    Her second book, "Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons" encourages readers to recognize personal growth amidst hard times.
    In her free time she is usually reading a memoir, taking her girls to the playground or playing tennis with her husband at the park.
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    27 min
  • Be Ready! with Barbara Hollace and Adriano Ferraro

    Be Ready! with Barbara Hollace and Adriano Ferraro
    Oct 18 2025
    In this inspiring episode of the Christian Readers Community Podcast, I sit down with Adriano Ferraro, the founder of Be Ready Ministries, and Barbara Hollace, the ministry’s vice president, to talk about the story that started it all — Be Ready: Live and Dream Again.

    Adriano opens up about the emotional inspiration behind the book — his brother's final words, “Be ready at all times.” From those words came a movement that’s touching lives across the world — through books, music, and ministry. Together with Barb, he shares how Be Ready Ministries is reaching the forgotten and inspiring people to use their God-given gifts to live and dream again.

    This conversation is raw, faith-filled, and full of reminders that no matter how broken life gets, God still calls us to rise, rebuild, and be ready.

    To find out more about Barbara and Adriano, visit their website at bereadyministry.org.


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    About the Guests

    Adriano Ferraro is the Founder of Be Ready Ministries. He is also a pastor, singer, songwriter, author, and speaker. Adriano uses his music, message, and books to inspire others to use their gifts and talents to live and dream again. He is the author of three books, with more to be released this year. Be Ready: Live and Dream Again is his first book.

    Barbara Hollace is an author, editor, publisher, speaker, Vice President of Be Ready Ministries, and Adriano’s ministry partner. Prayer and pursuing the passion and story God has placed in your heart are the foundation of her message. She is the author or contributing author of 28 books, with more in development.
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    22 min
  • Discovering Romance with Author Tiya Sowell

    Discovering Romance with Author Tiya Sowell
    Oct 4 2025
    What happens when your real life begins to look a lot like the story you’re writing?

    In this episode of the Christian Readers Community Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Tiya Sowell—screenwriter, TV producer, and now author of a powerful debut novel, The Misadventures of Egypt, that mirrors her own journey in the most unexpected ways.

    Tiya opens up about the real-life moments that inspired her story and how she’s learned to see God’s hand even in the plot twists she never saw coming. We talked about romance that honors God, what it really means to write from a place of faith, and the bold transition she made that left me—and I’m sure will leave you—completely in suspense.


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    About Tiya Sowell:
    Tiya Sowell began her career in television news and transitioned to entertainment in 2012 as a music intern for BET. She was later hired by VH1 as a Production Assistant on a new reality show and has since worked in both non-scripted and scripted television as a Locations Manager, Transcriber, Producer, Production Coordinator, Writer, and more.

    Her many television credits include Front Seat Chronicles, Christmas on the Coast, The Real Estate Commission, Black Ink Chicago, Love and Hip Hop New York, Food Court Wars, The Reliant, Southern Comfort, and more.

    Tiya has been commissioned to write two feature films—Vampires of South Central and Lady’s Day—and has developed numerous episodic scripts for film festivals. She also served as a writer in two professional writers’ rooms.

    Currently, Tiya is an Associate Producer for the new Merit Street Media streaming network, specifically for Dr. Phil Primetime. She is also a founding member of the production group Historyians and continues developing quality, educational, and entertaining content for multi-generational audiences.


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    Subscribe to her YouTube channel: @blackfacesentertainment435

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    23 min
  • From A Song Lyricist to A Christian Author with Allen Black

    From A Song Lyricist to A Christian Author with Allen Black
    Sep 20 2025
    In this episode of the Christian Readers Community Podcast, I sit down with Alan T. Black, who shares his incredible journey from crafting song lyrics to becoming an inspirational Christian author. Alan opens up about his deep calling to write and the obedience it takes to follow God’s leading, even when the path feels uncertain.

    We also dive into his three powerful books—Here I Am Lord, In The Spirit Intended, and Just A Closer Walk—each filled with wisdom, encouragement, and a heartfelt reminder to trust God’s guidance in every season of life.

    This conversation goes beyond the pages of his books. Alan reflects on real-life challenges, the transformative power of faith, and how walking in obedience shapes both our purpose and legacy.

    Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a believer seeking encouragement, or someone navigating life’s daily struggles, this episode is sure to uplift and inspire.

    About the Author
    Alan T. Black is a Christian author known for his inspirational writings that encourage readers to deepen their relationship with the Lord. Raised in the United Methodist Church, he emphasizes that true faith is not about denominational labels but about personal connection with God. In addition to writing, he is a radio host and speaker, dedicated to sharing the message of faith and transformation with a broader audience.

    His works include:

    Here I Am Lord – a collection of 35 essays offering a refreshing alternative to traditional devotionals.

    In The Spirit Intended – reflections and insights to inspire readers in their walk with Christ.

    Just A Closer Walk – a reminder to trust the Lord in navigating daily challenges.


    You can learn more about Alan and his work at alantblack.com.
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    30 min