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Christian Readers Community Podcastare You Wasted? With Kim PattonIn this deeply moving episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Kim Patton, author of Nothing Wasted, to talk about her powerful journey through faith, loss, love, and redemption. Kim opened up about the highs and lows of her first ten years of marriage—the struggles that tested her faith and the grace that held her together. We also talked about one of the most defining seasons of her life: the moment she received the heartbreaking news of infertility after waiting for ten long years. Kim spoke with raw honesty about how she wrestled with hope, gr...
2025-10-2526 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeThis is Not My Home: A Place to Land by Kate MotaungSeason 4 Episode 73: Where is your home when you have family on two different continents? What about when someone is dying and you can't be by their side? Our hearts are often stretched. Our kids in the foster care system know what it is like to be away from home, and struggle to call a new place their home. Join Kate and Kim as they talk about: 1. Forgiveness after a broken home experience2. Collision of cross-cultural experiences3. Landing on a new definition of "home"Kate Motaung's websiteA Place...
2025-10-2237 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeSavor the Good Things: The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy PART TWOSeason 4 Episode 72: The Gap and the Gain has a weird title but a message that will change the way you work, love your family and foster youth, and think about your identity.Join Kim Patton and her big brother Joe Carrel as they talk about the wisdom oozing out of this book.They cover how to:1. Measure success backward2. Focus on what you have3. Live in the presentThis episode is part two of a two part conversation. Joe Carrel is an artist, coach, pastor...
2025-10-0833 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeLook How Far We've Come: The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy PART ONESeason 4 Episode 71: The Gap and the Gain has a weird title but a message that will change the way you work, love your family and foster youth, and think about your identity. Join Kim Patton and her big brother Joe Carrel as they talk about the wisdom oozing out of this book. They cover how to: 1. Measure success backward2. Focus on what you have3. Live in the presentThis episode is part one of a two part conversation, so come back next time for the end of...
2025-09-2422 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeTheir Brains and Bodies Remember Us: Foster the Family by Jamie C. FinnSeason 4 Episode 70: Jamie C. Finn is a voice in foster care and adoption advocacy, and is a bright light to follow. Join Kim as she works through the powerful memoir Foster the Family and be encouraged that: 1. Fear doesn't win2. We are on mission as a family3. God uses our effortsJamie C. Finn online Foster Care merch: Goods and BetterJamie on IG: Instagram~If you enjoy this podcast, leave an honest review on Spotify or Apple. We value your feedback! Text this episode to...
2025-09-1022 min
Saved And Strong Podcast#22 Kim Patton – Author, Speaker & Podcast HostThe Saved and Strong Podcast welcomes Kim Patton, As a busy adoptive and foster mama living in North Carolina with her husband, Kevin, and their two daughters, Eden and Shiloh, she’s also an author, speaker, and podcast host. Since 2022, she has hosted the Book Therapy with Kim Patton podcast, where she explores literature that offers encouragement, insight, and comfort for life's seasons. Her second book, Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well Through Difficult Seasons, reflects on personal growth amidst infertility and is available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats.
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2025-06-2836 min
The High Ticket WomanEpisode 89: Faith, Foster Care, and Finding PurposeSend us a textToday I'm joined by a woman whose story and wisdom will encourage every heart feeling stretched thin: Kim Patton.Kim is an adoptive and foster mom living in North Carolina. She’s the author of two books — with a third on the way in 2026 — and she’s the host of the Book Therapy podcast, where she helps readers find hope through honest, faith-filled conversations about life and literature.In this episode, Kim opens up about:How her faith anchors her through the unique challenges of adoption and fost...
2025-06-2454 min
The LightGod-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook - No Pain Is Wasted | Interview with Kim PattonSend us a textHey friends! In this deeply moving episode, I had the joy of speaking with Kim Patton, an author and ministry leader whose powerful journey through heartbreak, foster care, and major life transitions is a true testament to God’s redemptive power.Kim shares how her family answered the call to foster at a group home, eventually moving across states to continue their mission of ministering to teen girls. Her story highlights the beauty of obedience, the pain of transition, and the unshakable faith that anchors he...
2025-06-0844 minGod-Sized Stories with Patricia HolbrookNo Pain Is Wasted | Interview with Kim PattonSend us a textHey friends! 💛In this deeply moving episode, I had the joy of speaking with Kim Patton, an author and ministry leader whose powerful journey through heartbreak, foster care, and major life transitions is a true testament to God’s redemptive power.Kim shares how her family answered the call to foster at a group home, eventually moving across states to continue their mission of ministering to teen girls. Her story highlights the beauty of obedience, the pain of transition, and the unshakable faith that anchors her.
2025-06-0844 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeYou are YOU on Purpose: The Working Homemaker by Charity GibsonSeason 3 Episode 69: We are not superwomen, but we kind of are. Join Charity Gibson and Kim as they talk about how we can find true peace and pride in our busy lives as working mamas. We don't have to fight guilt and shame, but we can live in the freedom of using our unique gifts daily at home, and at work. Charity's website: https://charitygibson.com/Sign up for her email list for a freebie: https://charitygibson.com/contact/This is PART TWO of my conversation with Charity, and the end of Season 3. Com...
2025-05-2125 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeMotherhood is Not the Highest Calling: The Working Homemaker by Charity GibsonSeason 3 Episode 68: We all know what it feels like to be pulled in 1,000 directions. How do we keep a solid foundation in our identity when so many external factors try to define us?Join Charity Gibson and Kim as they talk about motherhood, homemaking, career aspirations, and cultivating a nurturing home environment for everyone. This is PART ONE of my conversation with Charity, and next episode (Part Two) will wrap up Season 3. Charity's website: https://charitygibson.com/Sign up for her email list for a freebie: https://charitygibson.com/contact/
2025-05-0720 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeHealing from Past Trauma: Crisis of Faith by Carrie WattsSeason 3 Episode 67: How do we bring up hard conversations with preteens? What if we could go through a compelling story with them to teach about trauma, sexual abuse, secrets, the horrors of trafficking, and community? It's not easy, but Carrie Watts is here to help. Crisis of Faith by Carrie Watts is a novel written for teen girls, meant to use the gospel and a compelling narrative to teach as well as entertain. Carrie Watts' website: https://www.carriewatts.com/Carrie Watts' free resource sign-up: https://www.carriewatts.com/#block-b3e75c13407469843db0
2025-04-2334 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeDon't Try to Fix Me: Different by Sally Clarkson and Nathan ClarksonSeason 3 Episode 66: Some kids are just a little bit different than everyone else. Instead of comparing them to others, what if we paid attention to what they might teach us? Different by Sally Clarkson and her son Nathan gives us a chance to see life through a different lens. Sally Clarkson's website: https://sallyclarkson.com/Nathan Clarkson's website: https://nathanclarkson.squarespace.com/Nathan's teaser clips to his movies: https://www.youtube.com/@clarksoncreations4207~Get to know the host:Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons...
2025-04-0921 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeFlowers After Fire: Flourishing Hope by Leah Outten and Katie McCoySeason 3 Episode 65: Pregnant at 16 years old, Leah found herself in a place of total confusion, panic and sadness. She was frustrated with her boyfriend and not sure what to do. Fast forward 20 years later; Leah has a powerful story of placing her daughter for adoption, as well as going on to parent five beautiful kids with her husband. Leah and Kim talk about therapy, self-blaming and shame versus grace and freedom, and enjoying moment of joy in the midst of hardship. (This episode is not sponsored by Chick-fil-A but it basically is, they j...
2025-03-2639 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeI Care About You: Mended by Blythe Daniel and Helen McInstoshSeason 3 Episode 64: The Mother-Daughter relationship is easily one of the most complex relationship webs in this life. We love each other, hurt each other, and often know one other so well that navigating conversations and keeping the peace sometimes feels unreachable. Blythe, Helen and Kim enjoy a vulnerable conversation about the hardest parts of this relationship and how we can show the gospel toward each other in love. It's not impossible. Blythe'sWebsite: https://theblythedanielagency.com/Resources from Blythe, Helen and family: https://connectingheartsandconversations.com/ Blythe's son William Daniel's Book Therapy podcast episo...
2025-03-1239 min
What's the Story?When Infertility Becomes a Doorway, Not a Dead End with Kim PattonWhat if the door that seems permanently closed is actually leading somewhere beautiful? Kim Patton's decade-long infertility journey became the unexpected pathway to adopting two biological sisters and working with teenage girls in foster care. In this raw conversation with Anna Kettle, Kim shares how her anxious resistance to God's call transformed into purpose and peace. From struggling with health issues and career confusion to managing a household of toddlers and teenagers, Kim reveals how surrender and daily dependence on God can sustain us through seemingly impossible seasons. Her story proves that our most painful chapters can become doorways...
2025-03-0445 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeVictim No More: Over My Shoulder by Kacey Ruegsegger JohnsonSeason 3 Episode 63: How do you let go of a victim mentality when were a victim of a hate crime? How do you forgive the attackers?Kim highlights the story of Kacey Ruegsegger Johnson who climbs out of valley after valley. She fights against the belief that we have to succumb to seeing life through the eyes of a victim.Her story is INCREDIBLE and I want you to see it for yourself. Visit her website and the links below to watch her share her story.Kacey's Website:https://kaceyjohnsonspeaker.com/Kacey t...
2025-02-2613 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeThe Biology of Courage: Can I Borrow a Cup of Hope? By Amy LivelySeason 3 Episode 62: We are all exiles, tired travelers who are fighting the urge to run away from our hard situations.Join Kim and Amy Lively as they figure out how to separate facts from feelings, have hard conversations with friends, and live boldly in the upside-down kingdom!Amy's Website: https://amylively.com/Free Resources from Amy!https://amylively.com/cafe/Biology of Courage with Kelly McGonigalhttps://kellymcgonigal.com/about/ biology of courage~Get to know the host:Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons...
2025-02-1243 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimePray, Mama, Pray: Warrior Mother by Victoria RiollanoSeason 3 Episode 61: Sometimes we forget that life is war. In motherhood, it can sometimes feel like the daily battle is overshadowing any good we are fighting to accomplish.
Join Kim and Victoria Riollano as they talk about trying our best not to please others (like teenagers!) before God, and what to do when we are annoyed and frustrated.
Victoria's Website: www.victoryspeaks.org
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2025-01-2934 min
The Echoes PodcastBuild Trust and Navigate Change | with Tod BolsingerOur culture often equates leadership with tall, confident men. But history and scripture show us that true leadership comes from those willing to listen, collaborate, and empower others," says guest Tod Bolsinger in this episode. Join hosts Marcus Goodyear and Camille Hall-Ortega as they explore with Bolsinger the intricate process of transformation. Drawing from his books Canoeing the Mountains and Invest in Transformation, Tod shares how trust fuels change, why leadership is different from management, and how to navigate the pain of growth. What does it look like to lead with humility and courage? How can we embrace uncertainty...
2025-01-2135 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a Time30 Second Habits: Little Habits, Big Faith by Christie ThomasSeason 3 Episode 60: Did you know that you can build a habit RIGHT NOW in only 30 seconds?
I would not have believed it either, but thanks to brain science and a very intelligent author who knows her stuff, you can learn how to build healthy habits by using the simple tools we talk about today.
Join Kim and Christie Thomas, Family Discipleship Coach, as they talk about how small changes can make a big difference in growing faith habits at home.
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2025-01-1542 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeI Swear to Tell the Truth, the Whole Truth: Tom Lake by Ann PatchettSeason 3 Episode 59: If only fiction was real! Join Erin and Kim as they do a deep dive into the incredible author Ann Patchett, her books, and the spectacularly written Tom Lake, set in Northern Michigan. Listen if you are ready to laugh, fall in love with Ann Patchett, and add more books to your TBR. Follow Erin Smith on Instagram for more great reads and book reviews:https://www.instagram.com/erinreadsandwrites/
Follow Erin Smith on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/5206740-erin-smith
This is the final episode of 2024. Get excited for January whe...
2024-12-0434 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeForgetting the Things Behind Me: Tracing His Promise by Donna AmidonSeason 3 Episode 58: Do you ever felt like God's grace isn't enough for you? Like you have to keep earning His love?
Join Donna and Kim as they reflect on so many reasons why we reject God's grace and why it is there for us anyway. Donna's website: https://www.donnaamidon.org/
Tracing His Promise book: https://www.donnaamidon.org/tracinghispromise
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2024-11-2034 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeDear Struggle, it's Me: Challenges Won't Stop Me and Keep Moving Forward by Melony BrownSeason 3 Episode 57: Melony Brown is the ultimate example of not letting challenges stop her. On her podcast, Challenges Won't Stop Me, she has interviewed dozens of inspirational people, including a swimmer who won the first American gold at the Paris Paralympics.
Join Mel and Kim as they talk about how to overcome struggles, and also give tips on how to rest well and replenish when we are mentally and emotionally drained.
Melony Brown's Website:
Home Page - (melonybrown.com)
Dr. Saundra's Rest Quiz:
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2024-11-0628 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeLove is Not Always Enough: Choices by Lori VoberSeason 3 Episode 56: Lori Vober didn't know if she would ever get a chance to be a mother, and then three kids joined her family at one time.
Join Lori and Kim as they discuss the heartbreaking truth about adoption: Love is not always enough. We want it to be, we think it can be, but reality hits hard. Where we fail, God's grace overcomes.
Website: Lori Vober
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2024-10-2331 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeSmall Acts of Mercy and Grace: Holiness Here by Karen StillerSeason 3 Episode 55: Karen Stiller was writing a book about holiness when her whole world fell apart. She kept writing, and we have an incredibly relatable faith memoir, thanks to her perseverance.
Join Kim and Karen as they talk about holiness in our every day, and follow her online for regular encouragement and hope.
Website: Karen Stiller
Substack: Karen Stiller's NewsyLetter | Substack
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2024-10-0930 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeLonely at the Table: The Minister's Wife by Karen StillerSeason 3 Episode 54: She would say she is just an ordinary person and might even prefer to slip into the background. But being married to the person in front of church each Sunday doesn't afford invisibility. In Karen Stiller's memoir, she explores the pain points, as well as unexpected joys of a public life. With carefully crafted sentences, vivid scenes, and witty phrases to make you smile, this book is well worth the time.
Website: Karen Stiller
Substack: Karen Stiller's NewsyLetter | Substack
This episode is the kickoff of Season Three- We are so glad you are here! Join us next...
2024-09-2515 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeYour Presence Matters: Know When to Hold 'Em by John BlaseSeason 2 Episode 53: Sometimes we forget how much our presence matters. It's not so much what we say and do, but our being, our essence, our showing up.
It is vital to human connection. Join Kim and John as they talk about showing up for others in our lives.
John Blase Website:
John D. Blase | The Beautiful Due (johnblase.com)
This episode is the end of Season Two! Join us in September for the kickoff of Season Three.
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2024-07-1731 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeConflict? Let it go? Hmm... Unglued by Lysa TerkeurstSeason 2 Episode 52: What do you do when someone makes you mad? Do you hold it in? Spew venom? Gather retaliation and revenge rocks to secretly throw later?
Join Kim to learn about why we don't really have any self-control, and how to get it.
Lysa Terkeurst Website: Lysa TerKeurst |
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is a great read for those struggling through hard times.
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2024-07-0321 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeWhat Lies Underneath: Try Softer by Aundi Kolber PART TWOSeason 2 Episode 51: What if an outburst wasn't because of what happened in the moment? What if that moment was just a trigger for something else going on underneath the surface? Join Kim as she dives into an incredibly helpful book by Aundi Kolber.
This is PART TWO of a two-part series. Refer to Episode 50 for PART ONE.
Aundi Kolber Website: https://aundikolber.com/
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is a great read for those struggling through hard times.
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton...
2024-06-1919 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeOpen Your Palms: Try Softer by Aundi Kolber PART ONESeason 2 Episode 50: Aundi Kolber brings an enormous amount of gracious and kind wisdom to the topic of dealing with stress and struggles. She teaches us to open our palms in surrender rather than white-knuckling through life.
This is PART ONE of a two-part series. Stay tuned for the next episode where we wrap up the book!
Aundi Kolber Website: https://aundikolber.com/
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is a great read for those struggling through hard times.
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.co...
2024-06-0517 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeJust Drop Off the Lasagna: Restored by Cindy Brinker SimmonsSeason 2 Episode 49: Cindy Brinker Simmons is a light and joy, even after suffering immensely. Join Kim and Cindy as they talk about how community can gather around us when we are going through a crisis, offering hope when we struggle to see clearly.
Website: Home | Cindy Brinker Simmons
Restored: Reconnecting Life's Broken Pieces by Cindy Brinker Simmons
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
Check it out at your local lib...
2024-05-2234 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeCan We Really Trust God? The Most Holy Place by Jeremy VoganSeason 2 Episode 48: Unfortunately, our hearts naturally harden toward God and we have all felt that at times. Join Kim and Jeremy as they talk about how to re-orient our hearts with a posture of humility and forgiveness toward others.
Jeremy Vogan website: God, Life, and Beauty - Essays, poetry, meditations, and book reviews by Jeremy Vogan (wpcomstaging.com)
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
Check it out at y...
2024-05-0831 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeI Won't Give Up: Even When by Sara CormanySeason 2 Episode 47: The comfort we get from God in our suffering is meant to be given to others. Join the conversation between Sara and Kim about how you can find purpose in your most difficult days.
Website: Sara Cormany
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
Check it out at your local library using the Hoopla app!
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)
Website: www.kimpatton.com
Latest Stories on Her View from Home
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2024-04-2427 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimePractice Makes... More Practice: Raising Kids to Follow Christ by Lee Ann ManciniSeason 2 Episode 46: How do we become better caregivers? We practice. No one *really* knows what they are doing because every new day with kids is unique. Listen in to some practical tips on how to love the kiddos in your life.
Home - Lee Ann Mancini
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
Check it out at your local library using the Hoopla app!
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)
Website: www.kimpatton.com
Latest Stories on Her View from Home
YouTube Chan...
2024-04-1019 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeWhy Am I Me? The Story of You by Ian Morgan CronSeason 2 Episode 45: Why do we do what we do? The Enneagram is an excellent, albeit humbling, tool to help us figure out our motives behind our actions.
The Official Home of Ian Morgan Cron
Enneagram Assessment (typologyinstitute.com)
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
Check it out at your local library using the Hoopla app!
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)
Website: www.kimpatton.com
Latest Stories on Her View from Home
YouTube Channel- listen to Book Therapy episodes here, too.
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2024-03-2724 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeYour Work Matters: Called to Cultivate by Chelsea Patterson SobolikE44: Sometimes we wonder if our work is even making a difference. Join Kim and Chelsea as they talk about how God sees us in everything we do, and no one is left out.
Chelsea Patterson Sobolik
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)
Website: www.kimpatton.com
Latest Stories on Her View from Home
YouTube Channel- listen to Book Therapy episodes here, too.
Stay in Touch with Author Kim Patton and get your first freebie!
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2024-03-1329 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeGive Yourself Permission to Grieve: The Sixteenth Year by Leah OuttenE43: When Leah Outten chose open adoption for her daughter, she had no idea how it would work out. Though it hasn't always been easy, Leah has never given up on being the best birthmother she can be.
The Book | Leah Outten
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Kim Patton's book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)
Website: www.kimpatton.com
Latest Stories on Her View from Home
YouTube Channel- listen to Book Therapy episodes here, too.
Stay...
2024-02-2829 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeAn Endless Journey: Solito by Javier ZamoraE42: Imagine sending a 9-year-old who can't tie his own shoes on a journey with a group of strangers. Now imagine you can't talk to him for the 9 weeks he is gone. You don't know where he is, or how he is doing.
Solito is a masterpiece by poet Javier Zamora. Dive into his immigration story and walk the dusty path with him as he seeks to be reunited with his family.
Javier Zamora
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Big news! Kim Patton's new book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an aud...
2024-02-1421 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeLife and Death and Life and Death: Above Ground by Clint SmithE41: How often do we think about life and death in the same sentence? Clint Smith is a master at pitting one against the other; finding the miracles in every day life while also remembering our often somber past and history. Tristan Tuttle and Kim Patton talks poetry, parenting, and how poem titles tell us everything we need to know. Clint smith website: https://www.clintsmithiii.com/
Tristan Tuttle website: https://tristantuttle.com/Big news! Kim Patton's new book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is available now on audiobook. It is less than five...
2024-01-3134 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeMi Casa es Su Casa: Keep the Doors Open by Kristin BerryE40: Foster care parents can see many children come through their home for as long as they hold a license. Kristin Berry and her husband have grown their family through foster care and adoption over the years, and now are committing to helping other caregivers.
Website: The Resilient Caregiver
Big news! Kim Patton's new book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being distributed now as an audiobook.
View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook:
Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)
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Latest Stories on Her View from Home
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2024-01-2620 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a Time5 Minutes with God: Holy Spirit Adventures by Jennifer Weiss PART TWOE39: This is Part Two; Go back to Episode 38 to listen to Part One.
Jennifer Weiss was called to be a flight attendant, and God used that job to challenge her and draw her closer to Him. The stories she shares are so encouraging, spirit-led and full of wisdom on how to love the people God puts in our path.
Jennifer Weiss is the CEO of Dove Publishing House and is grateful for any author or want-to-be author sent her way. She is passionate about helping authors tell their stories. (And she is awesome at...
2023-12-0626 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeGod is Not Mean: Holy Spirit Adventures by Jennifer Weiss PART ONEE38: Jennifer Weiss was called to be a flight attendant, and God used that job to challenge her and draw her closer to Him. The stories she shares are so encouraging, spirit-led and full of wisdom on how to love the people God puts in our path.
Jennifer Weiss is the CEO of Dove Publishing House and is grateful for any author or want-to-be author sent her way. She is passionate about helping authors tell their stories. (And she is awesome at it!) Dove Publishing House is the publisher of my second book; Nothing Wasted.
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2023-11-2226 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeEvery Moment Holy: Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison WarrenE37: Is there anything sacred or meaningful about making the bed, leftover taco soup, or missing a phone call from a friend?
Yes. Tish Harrison Warren brings out the ordinary things of our everyday lives and calls them holy.
Author Website: Tish Harrison Warren
Big news! Kim Patton's new book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is available now on Amazon in paperback and ebook editions. To order signed copies, visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-11-0815 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeStruggling Well through Difficult Seasons: Nothing Wasted by Kim PattonE36: Sometimes we don't know what we are going through exactly until well after God brings us through the difficult season. It's then where we can recognize how much we have grown and learned in the process.
Join Kim and her husband Kevin for a special interview highlighting Kim's brand new book.
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Big news! Kim Patton's new book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is available now in Paperback and Ebook format.
To order signed copies, visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-10-2532 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeIt's Not Always Your Fault: You Are Not a *Crappy* Parent by Carla NaumburgE35: We are really good at being hard on ourselves, when it really is not always necessary. Listen in as we talk about how our feelings are like the weather, anger is like a cloud, and we really can be our own best friend.
Author Website: Home - Carla Naumburg, PhD
Big news! Kim Patton's new book- Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons is being released into the world on October 24th. To order signed copies, visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-10-1120 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeThe Woman with the Hole in her Heart: WILD by Cheryl StrayedE34: This powerful memoir is far from just a walk in the park. Cheryl Strayed takes months to hike the PCT after suffering through years of confusion and grief in the real world. Hear all about trail magic, lost hiking boots, and a backpack called Monster.
Cheryl Strayed's Website: Cheryl Strayed -
Big news! Nothing Wasted is coming in November. To see the book cover and release date: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-09-2717 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeAsking for What You Need: PART TWO of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter ScazzeroE33: In the second part of the interview, Kim Patton and Covyn Montemayor discuss how we can see emotionally healthy spirituality play out in our every day lives.
Peter Scazzero's Website:
Emotionally Healthy Discipleship - We Help Church Leaders Make Mature DisciplesTake the Emotional Health quiz here! https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/Book Therapy Extra Sessions | Substack Sign up for a 7 day free trialThank you for your support and happy listening!For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-09-1329 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeAchievement Addiction Anyone? PART ONE of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter ScazzeroE32: How do you know if you are emotionally healthy? How do your emotions affect your spirituality?
These questions may make us want to run away and hide, but they will help us get to the root of issues in our lives. Join Kim Patton as she interviews Covyn Montemayor covering everything from achievement addiction to our apathy toward limits.
Part Two coming next episode!
Peter Scazzero's Website: Emotionally Healthy Discipleship - We Help Church Leaders Make Mature Disciples
Take the Emotional Health quiz here! https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/
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2023-08-3023 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimePain is Pain: Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elisabeth ElliotE31: Though Elisabeth Elliot passed away in 2015, the truths she taught live on. Join Kim Patton as she unpacks the most practical definition of suffering, and offers ways to help us get past what gets us stuck in our pain.
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Elisabeth Elliot website: Elisabeth Elliot
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2023-08-1615 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeClimbing a Six Foot Wall: This is the Story of a Happy Marriage by Ann PatchettE30: A riddle that will drive you crazy, six foot walls at police officer bootcamp, bookstores in Nashville, and more. Join Kim Patton as she talks about the best-selling author Ann Patchett's This is the Story of Happy Marriage, and find out what special surprise Kim received in the mail from the famous author HERSELF.
Ann Patchett website: ANN PATCHETTBook Therapy Extra Sessions | Substack Sign up for a 7 day free trial Thank you for your support and happy listening!
For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-08-0218 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeWhat keeps you up at night? Made for This by Jennie AllenE29: Welcome to Season 2 of the Book Therapy podcast! We are kicking it off with a brilliant journal-based book by Jennie Allen: Made for This. Get out your pen and map out the ways God can use you in your family, community, and the world right now.
Website: Jennie Allen
Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-07-1914 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeThis is How He Stumbles: Cherish by Gary ThomasE28: Do you ever feel like you need SPECIFIC relationship tips that help you learn how to deepen your relationship, build trust, and have fun? You will definitely enjoy this light-hearted book by Gary Thomas, who has stockpiled marriage wisdom with decades of experience.
Home - Gary ThomasThank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-07-0518 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeBreak Me Down and Build Me Up: Chasing Vines by Beth MooreE27: Beth Moore traveled to Italy with her family and came back hungry to know what God thinks about gardening. In Chasing Vines, she encourages spiritual growth through an intimate relationship with the God who sees us in our struggles. Listen in to find out why manure helps us grow, and why you are planted in the exact right place. Beth Moore's ministry website: https://www.lproof.org/Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-06-2116 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeDon't Let me Suffer Alone: The Lord is My Courage by K.J. RamseyE26: We don't have to suffer alone, and Christ himself gave us an example of how to walk through deep anxiety toward great courage. In this episode, we walk through the rungs of the ladder that teach us what stress and trauma does to our bodies. The Lord is My Courage by K.J. Ramsey is a master class on theology of suffering, and how to gather great courage to move forward.
K.J. Ramsey's website: K.J. Ramsey (kjramsey.com)
Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit...
2023-06-0718 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeDealing with Moments of Tension: The Gospel Transformed Life by David CarrelE25: There are moments in our lives that reveal who we really are inside, and those moments of tension can be scary. Though our selfishness is revealed, we can find hope in the gospel to bring us to secure identity in Christ. Join Kim as she interviews David Carrel about his newest book. For the FREE audiobook, click the link below!
Paperback and Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Transformed-Life-dwelling-gospel/dp/B0BZF8WGLR
FREE Audiobook on Spotify: The Gospel Transformed Life Audio Book | Podcast on Spotify
David's website: Bits From Brasil (davidcarrel.blogspot.c...
2023-05-2426 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeInfertility Sucks: Waiting in Hope by Kelley Ramsey and Jenn HesseE24: If you have ever wanted something so badly, you physically hurt- you may understand a small part of the grief of living with infertility. Not only do those women suffer with bodily pain, but they also battle complicated emotions in themselves and in nearly all of their relationships. Infertility affects everything.
So what hope can we have? In this episode, we find out how to turn to God when our expectations do not meet our reality.
Waiting in Hope Infertility Ministry:
WAITING IN HOPE MINISTRIES (waitinginhopeinfertility.com) "We are the constant friend to walk...
2023-05-1020 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeThe Chaos in Your Calling: Fit to Burst by Rachel JankovicE23: Obedience is not a sexy word. But what Rachel Jankovic communicates in yet another punchy little book is that it is vital to our happiness. Serving others will bring joy to our lives, no matter how hard the sacrifice feels sometimes. This brings beautiful hope to our weary souls!
In "Fit to Burst" Rachel challenges her readers to deal with stress in a healthy way, value the right things, and choose gratitude over discontentment.
More articles from Rachel Jankovic: https://www.desiringgod.org/authors/rachel-jankovic
Thank you for your support and happy li...
2023-04-2618 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeLetting Go of Expectations: Mom, You're Amazing by Sandy CooperE22: What is your gauge for being a good person? Who makes those rules? Have you ever been so hard on yourself, you wonder if you can ever learn to show yourself some grace? In this episode, Sandy Cooper talks about embracing her current season of life, lowering her expectations of maintaining lifelong friends while raising a family, and more.
Sandy's website: Sandy Cooper – The Scoop on Balance
Podcast: The Balanced MomCast – Sandy Cooper (thescooponbalance.com)
3 Fun Quizzes: Sandy Cooper – The Scoop on Balance
Are you re-thinking social media? Make Social Media Small – Sandy Cooper (thescoop...
2023-04-1230 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeEscaping "Bad Bodies" and this "Bad Earth": Surprised by Hope by N.T. WrightE21: We may know that our bodies go onto eternity after we die, but do we know how that affects our life right now? Join Kim and her guest Kevin Patton as they discuss a heavyweight book by theologian N.T. Wright. You will be surprised at the way we can approach the concept of bodily resurrection and heaven, as it might be different than you expect.
N.T. Wright website: Online Biblical Study Courses - N.T. Wright Online (ntwrightonline.org)
Kevin Patton website: Something to Chew On (kevinjpatton.blogspot.com)
For...
2023-03-2934 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeChurch and AA meetings: Reason to Return by Ericka AndersenE20: What if our churches looked more like AA meetings? Honest, open, supportive... In this episode, Ericka and I talk about her new book, Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church and the Church Needs Women. We look at how church community can benefit women as they navigate their busy lives.
Ericka's website: Home | Ericka Andersen
Ericka's Instagram: Ericka Andersen | Christian Author | Church Advocate (@ericka_andersen) • Instagram photos and videos
The Kickstarter campaign for my next book publishing in November is LIVE now. Preorder at: Book by Kim Patton (Non-fiction, faith-based) by Kim...
2023-03-1535 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeAvoiding "Fake Resting": Don't Overthink It by Anne BogelHave you ever told yourself you were taking a break, but then found your mind spinning around and around? Ruminating, overthinking, and overdoing is something most of us can relate to. In this episode, we highlight super practical tips that will help you take small steps to avoid overthinking. We talk about The Book Whisperer, (aka Anne Bogel) and her wise, thoughtful approach to healthy living.
Anne Bogel's website: Modern Mrs Darcy | Discover bookish delight beyond the bestseller list.
Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.c...
2023-03-0120 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeYou are You and There is No Other: Nightstand Notes by Jim SteeleE18: How do you express to people who mean the world to you just how much they mean to you? I don't know if any of us can, but Jim Steele certainly does try. In Jim's 7th book of poetry titled, "Nightstand Notes and other beginnings", he touches on genuine relationships, the uniqueness of individuals and harder themes like forgiveness and regret. Listen in, and stay tuned until the end where we learn the name of the (VERY VERY VERY) amazing celebrity who stumbled upon his IG page and left a comment.
Jim's personal website: HOME | jimsteelepoetry...
2023-02-1526 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimePersevering Through Invisible Progress: Rise by Cara BrookinsE17: What do you do when your work results feel invisible? You swear from all the time and energy you've spent; you should see more tangible progress. Cara Brookins and her family built a house with their bare hands, and they more than understand seemingly invisible results. In her book, Rise: How a House built a Family; Cara details the terrifyingly unsafe place they were in, and how they got themselves out.
Rise website: https://www.carabrookins.com/rise-how-a-house-built-a-family/
Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com...
2023-02-0116 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeFather-Daughter Series Part Two: The Glass Castle by Jeannette WallsE16: Concluding our Father-Daughter series is a compelling memoir. Poverty reigns her childhood, but as she grows older, she is able to reflect on her unique relationship with her father. Learn about her physical and emotional scars in this episode and watch her rise above her circumstances to be a strong woman.
Book versus movie article: https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/glass-castle
Thank you for your support and happy listening!
For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.
2023-01-1816 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeFather-Daughter Series Part One: The Book Thief by Markus ZusakE15: There are many historical novels out there, but I promise you this one is one of the best of all time. The novel is set in wartime Germany, and the characters are unique, as well as the narrator. Learn about the special relationship between Liesel and her accordian-playing foster father, Hans. The Book Thief is a great way to kick off the Father-Daughter two part series right here on the Book Therapy podcast.
Listen next time for part two with another great book with a Father-Daughter theme.
Incredible 4-minute interview with the Australian author, Mar...
2023-01-0517 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimePunny and Proud: You're Joking Me by William DanielE14: How does a 13-year-old write a book in the middle of the pandemic? Find out as we talk with William Daniel, author of "You're Joking Me: Jokes for kids by a kid." He talks about his writing process, which may involve zoning out in church, and how it's not so bad growing up with two sisters. Be inspired by his optimistic attitude and carefree way of life. Let the laughter relax you!
William Daniel's website: https://www.yourejokingmebook.com/
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2022-12-2117 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeDead Roaches and Hanging Baskets: The Magnolia Story by Chip and Joanna GainesE13: You've heard of this couple through the years, but do you know the story that landed them the Fixer Upper show? Or what crazy amounts of debt kept them up at night? There's more to them than what meets the eye, and in this episode with special guest Peggy, we break down what glows behind this power couple.
This podcast is ad-free and listener-sponsored through Amazon affiliate links. If you want to support the show, buy the featured book through Kim's website under "Books" at https://www.kimpatton.com/podcast
Magnolia website: https://magnolia.c...
2022-12-0729 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeStaying Wild and Weird Forever: A Kudzu Vine of Blood and Bone by Tristan TuttleE12: What happens when we let go of the things that bog us down, and walk in a new freedom? What about when we let go of what people think of us; even if we are a little wild and a little weird?
Join Kim and special guest Tristan as they talk about ideas expressed in Tristan's poetry collection, "A Kudzu Vine of Blood and Bone." From being terrified to start a family to a wild encounter with the rawness of nature, Tristan shares her stories with a sparkle of personality that you will fall in love...
2022-11-2324 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeHe Will Love Me Forever, No Matter What: Gentle and Lowly by Dane C. OrtlundE11: If you were raised in church, you might have a different view of God now than you did growing up. Has that view improved or declined?
Join my special guest David Carrel and me as we tackle a beautiful non-fiction book about the heart of Christ. Gentle and Lowly by Dane C. Ortlund is a best-seller and with good reason. He draws you in with his effortless writing and solid research that brings us straight to the gentle, kind, compassionate and forgiving heart of God. If you struggle to attend church, pray, or even think about...
2022-11-0923 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeDang Hard Seasons of Life: Loving the Little Years by Rachel JankovicE10: Those pesky seasons of life that drain you physically, emotionally, and mentally can feel never-ending. For some, it's little bitty kids at home that can't go to the bathroom like adults or feed themselves. For others, it's a job that is frustrating or a relationship that grinds on you every day.
Find humor and practical advice to get through hard seasons on today's episode that feels less like a therapy session and more like a quick pick-me-up.
This podcast is ad-free and listener-sponsored through Amazon affiliate links. If you want to support the show, b...
2022-10-2617 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeComplicated Family Drama: The Birth Order Book by Dr. Kevin LemanE9: Having siblings is a blessing and a curse. You remember the days of fighting in the backseat of the car, but now as adults you tend to get along a little better. For the most part. The Birth Order Book by Dr. Kevin Leman is a fun exploration into the oh so complicated life of family dynamics. In this episode you will learn a little bit more about the people in your life.
Dr. Kevin Leman website: https://birthorderguy.com
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2022-10-1218 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeA Prodigy Without a Childhood: OPEN by Andre AgassiE8: Out of hundreds and hundreds of books, OPEN by Andre Agassi ranks in my top three and MAYBE even the best memoir I've ever read. Find out why his raw, vulnerable and incredibly compelling autobiography is more than just another "celebrity tells all."
Ghostwriter is J.R. Moehringer: Pulitzer Prize Winner and author of The Tender Bar, and Sutton.
This podcast is ad-free and listener-sponsored through Amazon affiliate links. If you want to support the show, buy the featured book through Kim's website under "Books" at https://www.kimpatton.com/podcast
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2022-09-2821 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeWho Called 911? A Thousand Naked Strangers by Kevin HazzardE7: Imagine the classic sound you have heard so many times, frantic sirens wailing down the road on the way to help someone in crisis. Now imagine being in the front seat! Kevin Hazzard spent ten years riding an ambulance and has seen everything on the streets of Atlanta. Join us on the terrifying and yet rewarding journey "to the edge and back."
https://www.kevinhazzard.com/
This podcast is ad-free and listener-sponsored through Amazon affiliate links. If you want to support the show, buy the featured book through Kim's website under "Books" at https://w...
2022-09-1415 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeWhen What I Have Doesn't Feel Like Enough: One Thousand Gifts by Ann VoskampE6: Special guest Peggy joins us for a discussion about ingratitude, the miracle of God changing our hearts, and gratitude journals with yellow pages. If you have ever felt like what God has given you isn't enough, join the club. Ann Voskamp admits in her book One Thousand Gifts that she has felt the exact same way, even while surrounded with a beautiful life. And she offers us hope.
Ann Voskamp website: Home - Ann Voskamp
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2022-08-3118 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeNot the Book with the Tie on the Cover: Dad is Fat by Jim GaffiganE5: Caretaking in any form such as teaching at a school, parenting small children, assisting elderly parents, etc; can be exhausting. And rewarding, but... exhausting. Jim Gaffigan makes light of his Dad-life parenting five children in NYC alongside his beautiful wife Jeannie. If you need a light read to get you laughing and you don't want to listen to Jim tell jokes on TV in his classic whiney voice--- then this book is your new best friend.
This podcast is ad-free and listener-sponsored through Amazon affiliate links. If you want to support the show, you can buy t...
2022-08-1715 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimePushing Up Against the Big Questions: Too Small to Understand Why by Kevin J. PattonE4: Sometimes things in life throw us off course, and we ask the big questions. Why us? Why now? When will this end? How do I get through? In this episode, Kim talks with Kevin J. Patton about his memoir, his health crisis and what God has taught him through it all. There are references to Lord of the Rings, bunnies, turtles, and of course- faith. How does it all tie together? Let's find out.
This podcast is ad-free and listener-sponsored through Amazon affiliate links. If you want to support the show, you can buy the featured b...
2022-08-0317 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeNo Pressure to be Perfect: Risen Motherhood by Emily Jensen and Laura WiflerE2: The gospel can be intimidating, and we can find ourselves often dragging our head in failure. It's easy to think that God is disappointed in us. But through this book we can learn that not only is there no pressure to be perfect in our lives or our faith, and there is a companion to help us through even the most difficult days. Learn how to allow yourself to be human, embrace growth and hold your head high.
Risen Motherhood website: https://www.risenmotherhood.com/
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2022-07-2015 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeProtecting the vulnerable: SOLD by Patricia McCormick and What is a girl worth? By Rachael DenhollanderE3: What do we do with the evil of this world and how can we protect the vulnerable? In Patricia McCormick's beautiful novel in verse, we will go along a devastating journey with the main character, Lakshmi. Her unbreakable spirit encourages us to keep fighting for hope and justice in a world turned upside down. Disclaimer: This episode explores sensitive issues regarding sex trafficking and sexual abuse and may not be suitable for younger audiences.
Patricia McCormick | Author of SOLD, Cut & Never Fall Down
Also discussed in this episode: What is a girl worth? By R...
2022-07-2015 minBook Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeWhat do we do with our big dreams? Beginner's Pluck by Liz BohannonE1: Some of us have big, ambitious dreams or know someone who does. How do we know which steps to take moving forward? What do we do when something goes wrong? As we talk through Beginner's Pluck by Liz Bohannon, we will unlock some secrets you may have never heard before. Listen in for some tips that will get your heart in the right place and your to-do list going.
Liz Bohannon's website: http://lizbohannon.co/
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2022-07-2015 min
Book Therapy with Kim Patton: Encouraging Foster and Adoptive Families One Book at a TimeBook Therapy Trailer: What is Book Therapy?E0: You have tension building up in your shoulders, let's ease it with a little bit of Book Therapy. But first, what exactly is that and what can you expect from this show? Kim Patton introduces a unique new format to the way we approach and enjoy books.
2022-06-0301 min
Fostering Voices PodcastA Full Year as a Family of NineHappy 2021! We recorded this episode on December 30th, 2020, with the intentions of releasing it the next day... Well, here we are almost 3 weeks later! Gotta love those good intentions! So welcome to season 7. We had an absolutely incredible season 6, and we are so thankful for all of the new listeners who joined us on our journey this last year. This episode talks about some of our favorite books and episodes from this year. We hope you enjoy it! Some things we mentioned in this episode: - We...
2021-01-1838 minFostering Voices PodcastA Full Year as a Family of NineHappy 2021! We recorded this episode on December 30th, 2020, with the intentions of releasing it the next day... Well, here we are almost 3 weeks later! Gotta love those good intentions! So welcome to season 7. We had an absolutely incredible season 6, and we are so thankful for all of the new listeners who joined us on our journey this last year. This episode talks about some of our favorite books and episodes from this year. We hope you enjoy it! Some things we mentioned in this episode: - We...
2021-01-1838 minFostering Voices PodcastA Full Year as a Family of NineHappy 2021! We recorded this episode on December 30th, 2020, with the intentions of releasing it the next day... Well, here we are almost 3 weeks later! Gotta love those good intentions! So welcome to season 7. We had an absolutely incredible season 6, and we are so thankful for all of the new listeners who joined us on our journey this last year. This episode talks about some of our favorite books and episodes from this year. We hope you enjoy it! Some things we mentioned in this episode: - We...
2021-01-1838 minFostering Voices PodcastA Full Year as a Family of NineHappy 2021! We recorded this episode on December 30th, 2020, with the intentions of releasing it the next day... Well, here we are almost 3 weeks later! Gotta love those good intentions! So welcome to season 7. We had an absolutely incredible season 6, and we are so thankful for all of the new listeners who joined us on our journey this last year. This episode talks about some of our favorite books and episodes from this year. We hope you enjoy it! Some things we mentioned in this episode: - We...
2021-01-1838 min
The Pointless CenturyThree JokersEpisode NotesEpisode 2: Three JokersBatman (film, 1989)The Dark Knight (film, 2008)Joker (film, 2019)In Part II of our consideration of DC/Warner Bros movies, Anna complains about Christopher Nolan and stares into the void; Rachel mocks pointless rebellion and mindlessly performative fandom; Frank obsesses over various definitions of terrorism; we all agree Tim Burton’s Batman was the best effort of the franchise but appreciate all three versions of the Joker. Frank does a slightly better job editing and mixing.The Pointless Crew:Anna Wendorff (she/her/hers) – Communications, Rhetorics of Sci...
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The Pointless CenturyWonder Woman / Birds of PreyEpisode NotesEpisode 1: Wonder Woman / Birds of PreyWonder Woman (film, 2017)Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn (film, 2020)In Part I of our consideration of DC/Warner Bros movies, Rachel rants against the culture industry; Anna ponders the aesthetics of destruction; Frank shoehorns in some history of military technology; we all agree Harley Quinn and Wonder Woman are badass but wonder if it’s even possible for Hollywood to make a feminist movie. Audio difficulties abound.The Pointless Crew:Rachel Hamele (she/her/hers) – History, Humanities, Quee...
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Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership18: How Do You Blend For-Profit and Nonprofit Leadership Lessons? (Will Jones)018: How Do You Blend For-Profit and Nonprofit Leadership Lessons? (Will Jones)SUMMARYLike many in the nonprofit sector, Will Jones gained leadership experience from other arenas, including the social service and for-profit sectors. He now serves as the President and CEO of Thompson, a leading provider of clinical and prevention services for children and families across the Carolinas. Will and I dive into many topics related to the blend of best practices he’s gained from his experience, and what he’s learned that will help...
2020-02-0655 min
From EmbersMauna Kea and the Hawaiian MovementMauna Kea is the tallest mountain in the world measured from its oceanic base and one of the most sacred sites for spiritual Hawaiians. A consortium of government and university scientists from Canada, the United States, Japan, China and India have been trying to build the Thirty Metre Telescope on its summit for nearly a decade, coming up against fierce opposition from native Hawaiians every step of the way. Things heated up again this summer as TMT planned to start construction for the second time. In response, land protectors established a resistance camp on the mountain. After...
2019-09-2659 min
Travis Bickle On The RivieraEl Castigador 0:00:00 - 1:28:05 - This week we are joined by Michel Fiffe and Charles Forsman to discuss The Punisher's time on film including the following: Punisher (1989), directed by Mark Goldblatt, starring Dolph Lundgren, Louis Gossett Jr, Jeroen Krabbe, Kim Miyori, and Nancy Everheard. The Punisher (2004), directed by Jonathan Hensleigh, starring Thomas Jane, John Travolta, Will Patton, Roy Scheider, Laura Haring, Ben Foster, Rebecca Romijn, and John Pinette. Punisher: War Zone (2008), directed by Lexi Alexander, starring Ray Stevenson, Julie Benz, Wayne Knight, Dominic West, Colin Salmon, and Doug Hutchison. Punisher Dirty Laundry (2012), directed by Phil Janou, starring Thomas Jane and Ron Perlman. Daredevil season 2 (20...
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