Seen & Known

Welcome to Seen & Known—a podcast where faith meets friendship and the beauty of being fully yourself in a world that often tells you to be someone else. Hosted by Leona Morelock, introvert, encourager, and women's ministry leader, this show is a space to breathe deeply, laugh honestly, and reconnect with the truth that you are already deeply known and fully seen by a God who delights in you. Each episode invites you into meaningful conversations—some solo, some with guests—about the real-life experiences of belonging, spiritual growth, setting boundaries with grace, and building lasting friendships rooted in faith. Whether you're walking through a season of loneliness or longing for deeper connection, you're welcome here. Pull up a chair, pour a warm cup of something comforting, and let’s explore what it means to flourish together. New episodes drop every other Monday.

18| Willing to be KNOWN 09/17/2026

17| Living with an Open Cup 06/29/2026

16| Loving the Church While Longing for More 06/03/2026

16| Loving the Church While Longing for More In this episode of Seen & Known, host Leona Morelock welcomes pastor, author, and speaker Tara Beth Leach for an honest conversation about loving the church while acknowledging its shortcomings. Together, they explore the tension many women feel between deep faith in Jesus and disappointment with the church's failures. Tara Beth shares her journey as a pastor, wife, mother, and church leader, explaining why she remains committed to the church despite its imperfections. Describing herself as a "Millennial who still loves the church" and a "prisoner of hope," she reflects on what gives her confidence that God is still at work in and through the church today. Key themes include: Hope for the Church: Why Tara Beth believes the church can still become the radiant witness Jesus intended, even amid cultural skepticism and institutional failures. The Power of Relationships: How healthy Christian community and authentic friendships help people stay connected to faith when they are tempted to walk away. Women and the Church: A candid discussion about what women need from the church today, including opportunities to use their gifts, ask hard questions, and fully embrace their calling. Spiritual Formation and Morning Prayer: Insights from Tara Beth's book The Great Morning Revolution, emphasizing how beginning each day with intentional prayer shapes faith, leadership, and discipleship. Encouraging Women Leaders: Reflections on her work with Propel Women and the ways God is raising up and equipping women for ministry and leadership. A Message for the Weary: Tara Beth closes with encouragement for women who feel unseen, unheard, or wounded by the church, reminding them that they are deeply known, fully seen, and beloved by God. At its heart, this episode is an invitation to hold both honesty and hope—to acknowledge the church's wounds without abandoning the possibility of renewal, and to remember that God continues to see, call, and love His people even in seasons of disappointment and longing. /episode/index/show/b1fd2ee9-d039-482d-b733-48d413c92c4d/id/41499685