The Better Together Podcast with Callie and Roz Picardo

29/10/2024

#157 Walter R. Strickland II: Swing Low: A History of Black Christianity in the United States

The Black Church has been studied from sociological and justice perspectives, but Professor, Preacher, Consultant, and Speaker, Dr. Walter R. Stickland II noticed a missing piece: the theology that has shaped Black Christianity throughout history into the present. Like a choir with the altos missing, Strickland explains, he wants to lift up a missing part of the harmony. Join us to listen to the beautiful music of his new release Swing Low.

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24/10/2024

Special thanks to West Ohio Conference of The United Methodist Church for the shoutout in their recent issue of Spark!

22/10/2024

We recently got to sit down with one of my favorite professors when I was in seminary. This conversation was phenomenal!

#156 Joe Dongell: A Theology of Love

Love seems like the most over-discussed topic in Christianity, but what if we still don't fully understand it? Dr. Joe Dongell offers a fresh, deep perspective of love that is sure to ignite your passion for God once again. Join us as we learn from Dr. Dongell and his newest work The Most Excellent Way: John Wesley's Theology of Love.

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15/10/2024

Michael Jordan: Worship in an Age of Anxiety

What role does anxiety play in the Church? As Americans start paying more attention to mental health, what role can Christians play in the healing process? Author and professor, Rev. Dr. Michael Jordan joins the Better Together podcast to share ways laity and clergy can point people to Christ with integrity in an Age of Anxiety.

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10/10/2024

#154 Roz and Callie Picardo: The Financial Lies We Tell Ourselves

Our finances (good, bad and everything in between) are often symptoms of what is going on underneath. Let’s go beneath the surface as we explore some of the lies we tell ourselves and the strongholds hindering our financial progress. For more, check out Healthy Money: A 30-Day Journey toward Spiritual, Emotional, and Financial Freedom.

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01/10/2024

#153 Roz and Callie Picardo: Financial Growth

Our experiences with money shape us, but we don’t always stop to notice how. In God’s hands, even the worst experiences can be used to draw us deeper in our faith and grow us as disciples of Jesus Christ. Join us as we unpack some of the teaching from our latest book Healthy Money.

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17/09/2024

Do you know your money mindset? It’s a tool that can help you leverage your strengths to achieve your financial goals and also better understand family members who may be wired differently. Based on our newest book Healthy Money, Callie and Roz unpack the five money mindsets to help you discover yours.

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An Assessment by Agolix

10/09/2024

Today is release day for Matt Lake’s new book and we recently got to sit down with him to talk through it and has passions for ministry.

150 Matt Lake: Crossing The Discipleship Chasm

On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Matt Lake, pastor and author of Crossing the Discipleship Chasm. Matt shares insights from his new book, offering a transformative approach to adaptive discipleship that bridges the gap between cultural obstacles and the church's original mission. He challenges us to move beyond quick fixes and embrace a dynamic path forward, reviving the journey of following Jesus in a changing world. Discover how to navigate the tensions and lead others with confidence and courage.

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12/06/2024

#148 Ryan Porter: Gospelsick

From the vantage of a medical missionary doctor in West Africa, Dr. Ryan Porter was struck by the Gospel Deficiency in the United States, when he returned home. It inspired him to write a book about renewal and revival, offering practical tools and encouragement for Christians as we learn to share our faith with the world. Join the conversation with Dr. Ryan Porter as he shares insights from his new book Gospelsick: A Missionary Doctor's Prescription for Church Revival.

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28/05/2024

#147 Caleb Ingram: Gathering A City

We welcome Caleb Ingram, the visionary leader behind Declare Dayton. In this episode, Caleb shares how his initiative is uniting churches to transform lives and communities in Dayton and across Ohio. Learn about the powerful ways Declare Dayton rallies churches, partners with community leaders, and equips people to spread God’s love through service and worship. Discover how collective action can create an enduring impact, fostering hope, healing, and restoration in a world filled with division. Tune in to be inspired by stories of unity and transformation that prove we are truly better together.

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21/05/2024

#146 Stephanie Moore Hand and Michael Beck: Doing Justice Together

Stephanie Moore Hand and Michael Beck explore how pastors and congregations can use Scripture to foster racial harmony, justice, and liberation within their church communities. Our episodes guide you through four practical pathways to identify and address unjust patterns in church life, share inspiring success stories from diverse leaders, and reveal how these changes can lead to healing and hope. Join us to learn how to gracefully transform your church into a beacon of inclusivity and a fresh expression of faith in your community. Tune in and begin your journey towards a church re-envisioned!

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27/03/2024

Wow! We still can’t believe it. #1 best-seller via Kindle in addition to #1 new release for hardcopy and Kindle. We are thankful!

27/03/2024

Two saints of The Church are in front of us for best-seller! We are getting close to the top!

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26/03/2024

The more orders are placed today on Amazon.com, the higher it goes in the charts!

If you haven't placed your order yet, and intend to, do it now and help the book hit the bestseller list.

We have already hit number one in the new release category and are currently number five in the be-seller category for Christian Stewardship.

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26/03/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that thanks to your support, we’re number one in new releases and number six overall in our category on Amazon! Let’s aim for the top spot together. Order ‘Healthy Money’ on Amazon today to help us climb even higher in the rankings. If you’ve already purchased the book, leaving a review would greatly assist us in our journey. Your support means everything. https://www.amzn.com/dp/1953495990/

26/03/2024

Healthy Money is a 30-day guided journey that takes you beyond your budget and bank balance and into the emotional and spiritual roots of your money patterns, revealing your unique money mindset, unleashing deeper healing in your life, and transforming your finances from the inside out.
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26/03/2024

Oh my goodness! I am so in awe of God’s goodness and grace. Today is officially launch day for our new book Healthy Money. Praying God uses it to set people free spiritually, emotionally and financially. It’s not your typical how to financial book. It’s a 30 day devotional journey toward freedom.

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We are starting today ranked number 91 in Christian stewardship on Amazon, which is amazing. We want to finish number one by the end of the day and need your help.

18/03/2024

Thanks to Sue Nilson Kibbey for a wonderful endorsement!

If you’d like your very own copy, you can preorder today…

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14/03/2024

Big News! Receive a 40% discount code off of Healthy Money by registering for this FREE webinar. Reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/Yq5G50QT5TR

One week left to register! If you and your congregation need a fresh, inspirational, and innovative new approach to spiritual growth when it comes to financial giving, this webinar is for you! Join Rosario Picardo and Callie Brooks Picardo next Thursday, March 21 and learn how to shift your church’s perspective about giving as a “donation,” into seeing it as a “spiritual investment.” Plus, receive a 40% discount code to purchase their new Healthy Money 30-day guidebook!

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12/03/2024

#144 Bishop Frank Beard: A Life of Prayer and Jesus

Bishop Frank Beard leads the Illinois Great Rivers Conference -- The United Methodist Church, but first, he is a disciple of Jesus and a man of prayer. Bishop Beard shares his journey that started with cookies and kool-aid to prayer as a pastor in a hospital room to a prayer closet in his basement to a breakthrough prayer initiative that is catching fire throughout his annual conference. Join us to be inspired and encouraged in your own prayer life with Jesus.

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11/03/2024

We decided to start Monday with endorsements from Mike and Mike about Healthy Money!

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All royalties go to Mosaic Church-Better Together!

07/03/2024

Dive into today's "Money in a Minute" segment featuring Callie Picardo, where we explore the power of a generous mindset. Click here to access your complimentary assessment: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QK36T7R
Enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on Healthy Money.

05/03/2024

#143 Jill Beck: Letting God Use Your Story

Rev. Jill Beck pastors three churches in Florida, including the newly launched Compassion Church. She shares her journey from domestic violence victim to healing to answering God's call and now helping others. Let her journey inspire and challenge you.

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04/03/2024

Just 23 days to go until we unveil “Healthy Money”! A huge shoutout to our amazing colleagues for their endorsements, and a special thank you to Ron Edmondson for the support. 📚🚀

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