The CIV Podcast

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3, we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health and Relationships.In part 2 of our 3rd season, we sit down with Lawrence Stoyanowski, from ⁠⁠⁠Best Marriages⁠⁠⁠ in Langley. Lawrence is a trained Gottman therapist and Gottman instructor. In this episode, we talk about conflict in marriage and the art of compromising.⁠⁠⁠Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship"⁠⁠⁠LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.⁠⁠⁠⁠https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3, we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health and Relationships.In part 2 of our 3rd season, we sit down with Lawrence Stoyanowski, from ⁠⁠Best Marriages⁠⁠ in Langley. Lawrence is a trained Gottman therapist and Gottman instructor. In this episode, we talk all about finding "the right" person and what it takes to establish a good foundation in a relationship.Resources:Gottman Card Deck App⁠Fondness and Admiration Challenge⁠⁠Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship"⁠⁠LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.⁠⁠⁠https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3, we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health and Relationships.In part 2 of our 3rd season, we sit down with Lawrence Stoyanowski, from ⁠Best Marriages⁠ in Langley. Lawrence is a trained Gottman therapist and Gottman instructor. In this episode we talk about four predictors for divorce and their antidotes. Resources:Predictors of DivorceSound Relationship House⁠Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly.⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship"⁠LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.⁠⁠https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3, we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health and Relationships.In part 2 of our 3rd season, we sit down with Lawrence Stoyanowski, from Best Marriages in Langley. Lawrence is a trained Gottman therapist and Gottman instructor. We talk about marriage therapy and their clinic's practice of equipping couples so they don't have to return to therapy. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly.⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship"LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.⁠https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3 we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health, and Relationships.In this episode, we talk about why mental wellness matters and Dr. Kofi’s ten musts for good mental wellness. Ten things to improve Mental WellnessExerciseSleepNutritionGratitudeVolunteeringMusicReligious PracticesPrayerReading ScriptureMeditation and ReflectionLaughterSexRestSubscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":⁠⁠https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BB⁠Resources to check out:Suicide Prevention ResourcesSleep ResearchHold Onto Your KidsLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3 we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health, and Relationships. In this episode, we talk about generational trauma and the work of healing ourselves for future generations. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":⁠https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BB⁠Resources to check out:Ted Talk - "A Tale of Mental Illness from the Inside"Ted Talk - "How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime"Ted Talk - "Depression, The Secret We Share" Practicing the Way: Sabbath

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3 we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health, and Relationships. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kofi Bonnie and talk about some of the myths of mental health and some of the things faith communities can do to remove the stigma around mental health. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBResources to check out:https://www.ted.com/talks/elyn_saks_a_tale_of_mental_illness_from_the_inside https://medschool.duke.edu/profile/harold-g-koenighttps://www.amazon.ca/Handbook-Religion-Health-John-Peteet/dp/0190088850 LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, worship, and more! For season 3 we're focusing on two key areas of discipleship: Mental Health, and Relationships. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kofi Bonnie and explore a little bit about his story and how he got to where he is now, Director for Mental Health at Peace Health in Washington State. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST, and to the Season Finale of Season 2! Where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with Anita Gonzales. She shares about her faith journey, where she leads in the church, and how what she is doing is helping women feel empowered to say no when they want, and to establish boundaries for themselves. As well as helping those who are affected by domestic violence. She also shares her life as a missionary and where she served internationally and the impact it had on her life! Please check out the resources listed below:Abuse Recovery Resources: Services Battered Women’s Support Services https://www.bwss.org 604-687-1867 Sara for Women https://www.saraforwomen.ca 604-820-8455 Police Victim Services https://www.abbypd.ca/victim-services or 604-864-4757 Ishtar Societyishtarsociety.org 604-530-9442, Free trauma therapy for abuse, individual and group sessions. Groups:MCC End Abuse [email protected] 604-850-6639, 10-week support groups for women who have experienced abuse.CODA, a 12 step group to overcome co-dependency, https://coda.org/find-a-meeting/online-meetings Books:Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life Paperback by Henry Cloud and John Townsend Why Does He Do That? Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men by Lundy Bancroft When Love Hurts: A Woman's Guide to Understanding Abuse in Relationships by Jill Cory and Karen Mcandless-DavisSubscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship! In this episode, we sit and talk with Sancho Gelb. He shares about his faith journey, the tests he faced with his faith, and the result of his actions. He also shares how he balances life as a businessman and a man of faith.Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with Sarah Walker. She shares about her faith journey. And how when at a loss, she turned to God and gave Him one chance. Two and half years later, He hasn't let her down.Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with Malachi Watson. He shares about his faith journey, how he uses technology to spread God's word, and how God lead him where he is today. He also talks about what his goals are for his future.Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with Gabriel "Bono" Siago. He shares about his faith journey and how God lead him where he is today. He also talks about what his goals are for his future, and how he hears his calling into ministry.Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with Josh and Melanie Lalas; members and ministry leaders here at CIV. They share about their faith journey, and their participation in the church. As well as how they navigate through the different roles and responsibilities they have here at CIV!Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with our "NXTGEN" Youth Leaders! They share their goals and expectations as they embark on their journey as youth leaders. As well as their experiences as a youth in the church.Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome BACK to The CIV PODCAST where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship!In this episode, we sit and talk with Natalia Ribeiro; a member here at CIV. She shares about her faith journey in her fight against cancer, the impact her positive attitude left on others, a great motto to live by, and more!Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BBLOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD.https://civ.church

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship.In this episode, we sit and talk with Pastor Allison Purdy, our new CIV Kids Pastor! Allison shares on running away from church hurt and her calling early on in life but recognizing God leading her back to a role He's been preparing her for through service, work, and motherhood.Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠Support the Podcast financially through "Discipleship":https://adventistgiving.org/donate/AN68BB

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Ron Maitland who serves on our worship team and teaches High School at Pacific Academy. Ron shares about growing up as a pastor's kid, keeping his passion after 32 years of teaching, and finding transformational moments in community. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Leidamae Solijon Muse, current Fraser Valley Adventist Academy Principal. She shares on her time teaching in the Bahamas, Korea, California, and now the Lower Mainland, and living her faith regardless of circumstance. She touches on some of the ministries that she is involved in here at CIV, and how important being involved in her community is to her faith. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Rex Sheehy, former President of Earth's Own and Happy Planet Foods who currently serves as our Cafe Ministries leader at CIV. He shares on listening when God calls and incorporating into communities through service. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, Pastor Nim and Pastor Abraham share a bit about the Life Groups Expo and Trial and what's at the heart of this new direction for CIV. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠ LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD. https://churchinthevalley.ca

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we talk with our Young Adults who attended the 2024 Exponential Church Planting Conference in Orlando, Florida. We learn about some of their biggest takeaways, how their relationship with God changed, and the things they hope to implement in their own ministries. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠ LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. SERVE THE WORLD. https://churchinthevalley.ca

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Walter Rogers who has served as the Kids Pastor at CIV for over a decade! He shares his passion for helping kids get excited about church and taking leaps of faith with God. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Grant Misseghers who serves as the Digital Architect Pastor. He shares some of the lessons he's learned in 30 years of ministry and the power of music in mentoring youth. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thecivpodcast⁠

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with CIV's Acts of Kindness Pastor, Sabina Vieira. She shares her heart for the persecuted church, and working for wholistic neighbourhood development. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/thecivpodcast

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with CIV's worship leader, Jolly Grace Bisenio. She shares her journey of faith in her calling to lead worship and her experience navigating change as a young leader. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/thecivpodcast

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Pastor Nimrod Maua who serves as the Lead Pastor for Church in the Valley. He shares about some of the greatest challenges facing the church, empowering young leaders, and how his Samoan culture has influenced his leadership. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠⁠linktr.ee/thecivpodcast

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. In this episode, we sit and talk with Pastor Abraham Samudio who serves as the Discipleship & Evangelism pastor at Church in the Valley. He shares a bit about his own journey in accepting the call into ministry, what ministry is like, and some of the challenges that come with pastoring. Subscribe so you don't miss new episodes bi-weekly. ⁠linktr.ee/thecivpodcast

Welcome to The CIV Podcast where we share stories and conversations on faith, leadership, and worship. Our hosts Ryan and Alex explore their own faith journeys and what's brought them to serve at Church in the Valley. linktr.ee/thecivpodcast

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