Waiting for the Dough to Rise and Waiting in Life: Mandi (Child Trafficking Survivor)

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Elizabeth and special guest Mandi explore the metaphor of baking as it relates to personal growth and faith. Mandi Mendoza (Child Trafficking Survivor) is a Lived Experience Expert in both Familial Trafficking and Domestic Violence. She champions survivor-centered advocacy, public awareness, and legislative reform discuss the importance of patience, waiting on God, and finding hope in difficult times. In episode 2, she uses her experiences to help others and the benefits of waiting on God's perfect timing. Mandy explains how the role of music can be healing and the joy of helping others celebrate the moments that mater the most. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their journeys and understand that waiting is a vital part of growth. Intermixed with serious topics is a conversation about going on a ice cream tour through out the USA in an RV, dance parties, and college dreams.Waiting is Work. Fermentation takes time, and so does healing, change, and transformation. In this episode, Elizabeth and Mandi talk about the spiritual value of waiting and trusting God's timing. “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.” Psalm 37:7Did you know that VineWorks.gives sells fair trade merch from artisians who live in countries such as Haiti.  When you purchase from Vineworks it can double bless a family.  Once when you buy an item and then again when Vineworks.gives donates 50% of their profits back to initiatives like small business loans, school supplies and tuition for children, or medical care for those in need from that country.  Visit VineWorks.gives today. This podcast has been made possible with help from Thomsons Bakery 1947.  Visit ThomsonsBakery1947.comwww.ElizabethNorton.com