Hope For The Agora

Allen has a conversation with Andrew Blackwood aka Coach Drew, about mental health and especially supporting children's mental health. Coach Drew shares some practical and encouraging tips for parents.

Dr. Andrew L. Blackwood -- counsellor, psychotherapist, author.

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Bonnie Gallant shares the importance women caring for women and the need for the women's conference coming May 2,3.

Cultivate Women's Conference Link

The Puzzler's Podcast

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Welcome to season 6 of Hope for the Agora Podcast.

Karen Kleine Deters shares her story of journeying with FND -- Functional Neurologic Disorder.

Functional neurologic disorder (FND) refers to a neurological condition caused by changes in how brain networks work, rather than changes in the structure of the brain itself, as seen in many other neurological disorders. Physical symptoms of FND are genuine but cannot be explained by changes in the brain structure. The exact cause of FND is unknown /episode/index/show/617dcd1b-4010-405a-b8aa-8cdfc813f52b/id/39016855

Our podcast host, Allen Kleine Deters shares an intimate personal story of his mental health journey as he dealt with a broken marriage, bladder cancer, the challenges of ministry and more….

Todd Bymoen has been on a journey for many years with Bipolar Disorder. Listen as he shares this true story of faith, perseverance, and being humbled time and time again.

Allen speaks with Dr. Grant Mullen, psychotherapist, author and speaker.

Allen and Nicole discuss the issues surrounding youth mental health and suicide amongst teens. Nicole gives some direction to help all of us but especially youth and their parents have open conversations around the struggle.

Understanding trauma is key to finding healing. Join Allen and Catherine as they unpack ways to recognize trauma as it affects one's health and spiritual wellness, and how to unlearn poor coping strategies.

New podcast host Allen Kleine Deters is joined by Allan Gallant, Director of Agora Network Ministries to discuss stress, it's effects and how to manage day to day stress.

Evan and Amanda discuss from Lacy's latest book, "Faith Like a Child" Embracing our lives as children of God.

Terra McDaniel talks about lament, grief, mental wellness, best practices, and more.

Sam Eaton talks about his own journey and struggles with suicide, how his faith brought him healing, and his ministry, Recklessly Alive. 

Evan speaks with Bonnie Gallant, co-founder of Agora Network Ministries.

WORTH ANOTHER LISTEN. This was one of our most listened-to podcasts so far on Hope for the Agora.

Linda talks youth and mental health, the link between social media/screens and youth mental health, what parents need to know, and best practices.

Linda talks about grief, how to process and deal with grief, types of grief, and a Christian approach to ministry for and with those grieving.

Catherine talks about her story, her work as a coach, the nature of trauma, how churches and individuals can be agents of healing, and more.

Dr. Blackwood talks about anxiety and teens, his work as a coach and mental health professional, and the topic of resilience

This podcast focuses on the value and necessity for a ministry like Agora Network Ministries to the local church. The team shares about personal journeys and professional care needed, and how Agora helps churches address the stigma and mental health needs in the church.

SYNOPSIS: Dr. Hall talks about his new book, The Connected Self. What connection is, why it is important, how to foster deeper connection within the scope of the Christian life.

Hiser shares how to cultivate resilience - what it is, best practices, etc.

TRIGGER WARNING: The content may be difficult for some as the episode deals with incest, abuse, abortion, suicide, and other trauma.

Allan Gallant gives an update on what's been happening at Agora Network Ministries, especially during the pandemic, exciting developments and resources, as well as the upcoming Agora Academy.

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Pastor Kevin Riley is pastor of Mount Baker Presbyterian Church in Concrete, Washington. In this episode, Pastor Kevin talks to Evan about his own journey from addiction to recovery and ministry, and how the church can engage with people on the margins, those struggling with addiction, on their journey to wellness.