How do you hope again after experiencing a miscarriage?

In this episode, Rachel Lohman joins the MercyCast to discuss her pregnancy and infant loss journey and her mission to bring healing and hope to others. Rachel is the author of Miscarried Hope and the founder of Hope Again Collective. This handmade jewelry line beautifully shares the stories of mothers who have experienced the pain of pregnancy loss. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and the Power of sharing our stories.

You can't do self-care by yourself.

In this episode, my friend Neal Salzman and I explore resiliency and discover the beautiful essence of vulnerability in the face of adversity. Neal is a licensed therapist and the founder and executive director of the Rest Initiative. We discuss an essential aspect of life people often overlook: the ability to care for ourselves while tirelessly caring for others. It's a lesson I've learned the hard way, and Neal's story is nothing short of inspiring.

Not everyone will have the same experience at your church as you will this Sunday.

Today, Jamaal Williams drops by discussing how our churches can reflect both our communities and the Kingdom of God. He is the lead pastor of Sojourn Church Midtown in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, and the president of the Harbor Network. He also co-authored the new book, In Church as It Is in Heaven: Cultivating a Multiethnic Kingdom Culture.

Together, we're exploring the world of creating a multiethnic church and all the trials and triumphs that come with it.

Sometimes, forgiveness is a journey.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend, Dan Darling, who opens up about a life-altering experience – being fired from his job in a very public way. Dan is the author of several books, including his newest book, Agents of Grace, How to Bridge Divides, and Love as Jesus Loved. He is also the director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement. He regularly contributes to World magazine and USA Today.

How do we heal?

Jamie Cowhick joins me on the MercyCast to help me answer this question. Jamie is the president of Nana Recovery Center of Fort Lauderdale and, as you will learn in this episode, a survivor of Sex Trafficking.

Do you ever surround yourself with people but still feel lonely? Do you ever wonder who your true friends are and why it's so hard to find them? We've all been there.

In this podcast episode, we dive deep into a topic that affects each of us: Friendship.

Is your faith community a safe place for everyone?

In this week's episode, Boz Tchividjian and I dive deep into an issue from the headlines that often lurks in the shadows of our faith communities – abuse, particularly within the church. Have you ever wondered what grooming means in the context of spiritual abuse? Or how power dynamics within religious organizations can lead to victimization? We dive deep into these topics, shedding light on the hidden aspects of church abuse that need our attention.

Human Trafficking happens in every country and every state. What can you do about it?

Ben faced a dilemma as a journalist in Haiti. He was presented with the opportunity to buy a child. What would he do?

In this episode, my friend, E. Benjamin Skinner, joins me to help answer this question. Skinner is the author of A Crime So Monstrous: Face-to-Face with Modern-Day Slavery.

Are you experiencing true freedom?

In this episode, Karrie Garcia, a pastor, author, and CEO, joins me to discuss her new book, Free and Fully Alive: Reclaiming the Story of Who You Were Created to Be. Don’t miss it!

Healing is often a holistic process.

Picture this: Sue's life takes an unexpected turn when she travels to Brazil and starts experiencing mysterious health problems. Doctors couldn't pinpoint the cause, and she faced the uncertainty of autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS). She knew nothing else but to ask God for healing.

Have you ever felt stuck?

In the latest MercyCast episode, I sit down with my friend Guy Wasko, who's not just a pastor and chaplain, but also an entrepreneur. Guy shares his personal story of reaching the pinnacle of his career only to feel like something vital was missing. He wondered if there was more to life than what he was experiencing. He was experiencing vocational dissonance.

Your story matters.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of understanding our stories and creating meaningful connections in a busy and sometimes disconnected society. Join me and Diana Gerson, the associate Vice President of the NY Board of Rabbis, as we explore the transformative power of human connection and leverage your story to care for others.

If you are reading this, then you have hope.

Step into a world of compassion and love with our latest MercyCast episode featuring an inspiring interview with the “Radio Rabbi” Joe Potasnik. As you listen to his remarkable journey through adversity, you'll be moved by the strength he gained from his parents' experiences as Holocaust survivors. Their story became the foundation of Rabbi Joe's compassion, shaping how he interacts with others and spreading love wherever he goes.

Not every one of your neighbors lives in a house.

In this episode, I dive into the story of one of my friends, Josiah Haken. He is the Chief Executive Officer of City Relief, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting the unhoused community to hope and resources while empowering ordinary people to make an extraordinary impact by seeing, serving, and supporting their neighbors without doors. He oversees and strategizes countless outreaches, volunteers, and follow-up care efforts.

Busyness and productivity are sometimes different.

In this episode, Matt Perman, the author of What's Best Next and the founder of an organization by the same name, joins Raleigh to discuss how to find your purpose, navigate productivity paralysis, and why that is important.

You are not perfect, and it’s okay.

In this episode, Elyse Fitzpatrick joins Raleigh to talk about perfectionism and reminds us that it’s okay not to be okay. Elyse is a nationally sought-after speaker and author. Elyse and her husband, Phil, attend Grace Bible Church, a reformed congregation in Escondido, California. She has written many books, including the recently rereleased, Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety: Becoming a Woman of Faith and Confidence.

Whether you have been married or not, divorce has impacted you.

In this episode, Jessica Thompson, the author of the new book, He Loved Them: Discovering Jesus' Heart for Seekers, Sinners, Doubters, and the Discouraged (and Other People Like Us), joins Raleigh to talk about her journey in learning how to survive and thrive as she lives through a difficult time of transition.

Football is life until it’s not.

If you have been near a TV, phone, or computer recently, you have seen soccer (or, let’s be honest, Football) in the headlines from Ted Lasso to Lionel Messi. In today's episode, Raleigh has a heartfelt conversation with retired soccer (Football) player and the Cool Down Conversations podcast host Paxton Ballard, who experienced the highs and lows of pursuing his dream.