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Public Historians at WorkStories from the Third Ward: A Pastor, a Teacher, and an Ex-Pharmacist Walk into a Funeral HomeSend us a textIn this special episode, Miranda Ruzinsky and Katie Truax – UH graduate students in public history – highlight the tradition of community support in Third Ward demonstrated through the institutions and public spaces associated with the funeral process. The role of black-owned businesses, churches and religious leaders, and public remembrance like murals are central to the neighborhood’s resilience in difficult times of death and grief. This episode was researched, recorded, and produced by Miranda Ruzinsky and Katie Truax for the Center for Public History at the University of Houston. To learn...2025-06-0711 min

Future ChristianProfessional Christian: Sarah Bereza on how to be fully yourself in public ministryWhat does it mean to be a professional Christian? In this episode of the Future Christian Podcast, Loren Richmond Jr. welcomes Dr. Sarah Bereza, a church musician, theologian, and author of Professional Christian: Being Fully Yourself in the Spotlight of Public Ministry. They discuss Sarah's journey from a fundamentalist Baptist upbringing to her current role as a progressive Christian and musician in mainline churches. The conversation explores the complexities of being a "professional Christian"—where your livelihood is tied to your faith—and the challenges of authenticity, power dynamics, and leadership in ministry. Sarah shares insights on navigating purity cult...2025-01-211h 01

Spiritual Life and Leadership201. Understanding Change and Transition, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus WatsonSend me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking!Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson explore the distinction between change and transition. Quoting D. Michael Lindsay, they discuss how change happens in an instant, whereas transition unfolds over weeks, months, and sometimes years. Bolstering this idea with personal anecdotes, they delve into the importance of giving oneself the time and space to adapt to change, acknowledging the losses involved, and ultimately finding comfort and growth in the new realities.Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson discuss this quote from Sarah Bereza in Episode 142: Navigating th...2024-01-3007 min

Spiritual Life and Leadership199. Being Your Authentic Self in Professional Ministry, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus WatsonSend me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking!In this episode, Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson explore the challenge of being fully authentic as a ministry leader. The conversation centers around a quote from Sara Bereza, highlighting the difficulty people in professional ministry face when trying to be their true selves. Through an exploration of the biblical story of Moses, Paul's writings in 2nd Corinthians, and personal anecdotes, Markus and Tod discuss the weight of wearing a facade and the importance of cultivating vulnerability, authenticity, and resilience in the ministry space. They emphasize th...2024-01-1608 min

Spiritual Life and Leadership141. Being Fully Yourself in Leadership, with Sarah Bereza, author of Professional ChristianSend me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking!Sarah Bereza is the author of Professional Christian: Being Fully Yourself in the Spotlight of Public Ministry and directs a music program at United Methodist Church.It can be really challenging to really be yourself when you're a pastor or ministry leader. There is a pressure to perform and to present yourself in an ideal sort of way. But putting on a false front can be exhausting.In this episode, Sarah Bereza unpacks how we can fully be ourselves even as we le...2022-11-0839 min

What Fresh InsightLet's Talk About GlucoseGlucose Revolution: The Life-Changing Power of Balancing Your Blood Sugar by Jessie Inchauspé Read of the Week: Musical Chairs by Amy Poeppel A Delight: Next Milk 2022-05-1813 min

What Fresh InsightHow to Notice What You Can't SeeRead of the Week: The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman A Delight: Pink and White Dogwoods 2022-05-1213 min

What Fresh InsightImagining a Different LifeAn interview with Rev. Dr. Angela Yarber, author of Queering the American Dream (Amazon, Bookshop) and Executive Director of the Tehom Center.2022-05-0412 min

Leading TheologicallyThe Spotlight of Public Ministry with Sarah BerezaWhat is the spotlight of public ministry? Who is our neighbor when we're online? How can you have integrity when you have to lead worship but don't feel like it? Join us for an exploration of these questions and more including why church members put leaders on a pedestal and what it means to be authentic in ministry with Sarah Bereza. Sarah Bereza, who has served a number of congregations, holds a PhD and a Certificate the Feminist Theory from Duke University and has focused her research on American Christianity and what people think about music.2022-04-1830 min

What Fresh InsightWhat Do You Need to "Be Yourself"?Read of the Week: My Spring Robin - Anne Rockwell (author) and Harlow Rockwell (illustrator)2022-04-1112 min

Church Music Makers PodcastProfessional Christian with Sarah BerezaDr. Sarah Bereza is a church musician, author and researcher. She's written an amazing book for ministers called "Professional Christian" and in this episode, Craig and Sarah discuss the book and how we as ministers can fully be ourselves in the spotlight of public ministry. To find out more about Sarah, go to sarah-bereza.com.Also, check out the Church Music Makers Patreon and sign up at patreon.com/churchmusicmakers 2022-04-0737 min

What Fresh InsightHere's Why Authenticity Is the Worst#17 Here's Why Authenticity Is the Worst Read of the Week: Have His Carcase by Dorothy Sayers 2022-03-3108 min

What Fresh InsightThe Illusion of ProximityThe illusion of proximity is drawn from Professional Christian: Being Fully Yourself in the Spotlight of Public Ministry Read of the Week: Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson 2022-03-2513 min

What Fresh InsightIntroducing Professional ChristianIntroducing Professional Christian: Being Fully Yourself in the Spotlight of Public Ministry by Sarah Bereza. Read more here.2022-03-1711 min

What Fresh InsightEleven People Who Shape My LifeEleven People Who Shape My Life While "influencer" can mean a person who helps us pick out a new laundry detergent, I tend to think of influencers as the people I'm inviting to shape my life. They are the people who help me grow as a human being. In today's podcast, I'm celebrating eleven people who have formed me for years as a parent, as a professional, and as a human being who wants to imagine a better world. What they all have in common is their continual generosity in showing up and sharing their work publicly. Eleven influencers: Gretchen...2022-03-1111 min

What Fresh InsightA New Life Chapter#12 A New Life Chapter A read: Crying in H Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner A delight: Bluey 2022-03-0309 min

What Fresh InsightThe Two-Person Book Club#12 The Two-Person Book Club The Two-Person book Club - or as I like to call it, Book Club with My Love :) Reads: The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman, The Loneliest Americans by Jay Caspian Kang, Tuesday Mooney Talks to Ghosts by Kate Racculia, and the Flavia de Luce mysteries. A Delight: Lente Me performed by Caroline Shaw and the Attacca Quartet.2022-02-2307 min

What Fresh InsightFinding the End of the Chapter#11 Finding the End of the Chapter Read of the Week: Tuesday Mooney Talks to Ghosts by Kate Racculia Delight: Wordle 2022-02-1608 min

What Fresh InsightCan't Stop, Won't Stop Changing#10 Can't Stop, Won't Stop Changing Research: The End-of-History Illusion Read of the Week: Punch Me Up to the Gods: A Memoir by Brian Broome 2022-02-1007 min

What Fresh InsightAlcohol at Home, Snow, and the Easiest CobblerToday's insight from: The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence by Jessica Lahey Today's read: Snow on Snow on Snow by Cheryl Chapman, illustrated by Synthia Saint James A delight: The Easiest Cobbler 2022-02-0208 min

What Fresh InsightVenn Diagrams and a Bigger World#8 Venn Diagrams and a Bigger World Read of the Week: Matrix by Lauren Groff A Delight: Only Murders in the Building 2022-01-2608 min

What Fresh InsightAnti-Racism and Little KidsAnti-Racism and Little Kids A read of the week: The Lady's Handbook for Her Mysterious Illness: A Memoir by Sarah Ramey A delight: Maple Espresso Tea 2022-01-1911 min

What Fresh InsightTo-Do Lists, Morality, and MortalityAn Article: "Hundreds of Ways to Get S#!+ Done—and We Still Don’t" by Clive Thompson A Read: Something That May Shock and Discredit You by Daniel M. Lavery A Delight: Winter Songs by Ola Gjeilo 2022-01-1211 min

What Fresh InsightGoals and Plans When They Seem Pointless, My Favorite Read of 2021, and a Fun Movie#5 Goals and Plans When They Seem Pointless, My Best Read of 2021, and a Fun Movie 3 questions to ask about goals and plans in a distinctly non-planner-friendly season of life. Book mention: Better Than Before: Mastering the Habits of Our Everyday Lives by Gretchen Rubin Read of the Week: Deacon King Kong by James McBride A Delight: Encanto 2022-01-0513 min

What Fresh InsightFive Reasons Why 2021 Was Such a Difficult YearFive Reasons 2021 Was Such a Difficult Year We lived in suspense.We couldn't craft a narrative.We were running our second marathon (or maybe it's our third at this point?).We were anxious people, in relationship with other anxious people.We couldn't trust other people to care about their neighbors. A read of the week: Greenglass House by Kate Milford. A delight: Stories of the Three Coins. Get in touch at sarah-bereza.com and on Instagram.2021-12-2913 min

What Fresh InsightTwo Delightful BooksTwo delightful reads: Let's Go to the Hardware Store by Anne Rockwell (Author) and Melissa Iwai (Illustrator); and Snacking Cakes: Simple Treats for Anytime Cravings by Yossy Arefi. Get in touch at sarah-bereza.com or on Instagram.2021-12-2204 min

What Fresh InsightRudolph the Red-Nosed ReindeerReconsidering Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (in conversation with music artist Michael Engelhardt), a read of the week (The Guncle by Steven Rowley), and a delight (Wholenotes). Get in touch at sarah-bereza.com or on Instagram.2021-12-1527 min

Pocketful of GraceTo You the Messenger Has Come: Episode 3: The Mother of SamsonPastor Carolyn Hetrick and Pastor Scott Schul of Grace Lutheran Church, State College, PA continue a four week series, "To You the Messenger Has Come." Each week we consider one of four women who are told they will play a role in shaping the understanding of God involved in history and the lineage of the people. As we prepare for Advent, awaiting not only the celebration of the birth of Jesus but anticipating the return of Christ, these stories are part of the foundation of God with us. Readings and PsalmJudges 13Psalm 115:9...2021-12-0833 min

What Fresh InsightWhy Insights?Three kinds of insights, a read of the week (The Grandmother Plot by Caroline B. Cooney), and a delight (Christmas on Sugarloaf Mountain by Apollo's Fire Get in touch at sarah-bereza.com or on Instagram.2021-12-0812 min

What Fresh InsightWhat Fresh Insight TrailerI'm launching a new podcast! What Fresh Insight looks at the big questions from new, unexpected angles. Who are we, what is really going on, and how do we bring good into this mundane, sublime, spiritual, and sometimes silly world of ours. What Fresh Insight has been in my heart for *months* (like almost a year). I kept waiting for the time to be right to begin, but between two little kids and a pandemic, there hasn't been a right time, and I don't think that will change anytime soon. So, right time or not, it's time to begin. See...2021-11-2900 min

Getting to NimbleVaccines and VariationsGetting to Nimble is back for a check in! Bill and I talk about what this past year has meant for us and our churches. Get in touch: sarah-bereza.com/gtn-31 2021-03-1727 min

Getting to NimbleMaternity Leave and Covid FatigueWe're back! Bill and I share updates on our lives (new baby! co-first-grade-teacher!) and then drive into what we're all experiencing these days: Covid fatigue. Our Reads of the Week Your ‘Surge Capacity’ Is Depleted — It’s Why You Feel Awful - Tara Haelle About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for church staff about working smart, cutting out the bs, and embracing the good in minis...2020-10-2234 min

Getting to NimbleImagining the New (and Why)We don't know what the future is bringing, but we can be active right now to imagine the New that we're heading toward. A note for listeners: this is our last episode for a few months while Sarah is on maternity leave. Stay nimble! Resources We Mentioned Salisbury Cathedral - "Our Purpose and Values"The Great Emergence: How Christianity Is Changing and Why - Phyllis Tickle About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous...2020-08-0425 min

Getting to Nimble"I'm Curious" - Planning for the Fall with Christine V. HidesHere's how we're planning for the fall - with curiosity and a focus on the big "whys" of the ministries we lead. Joining us is Christine V. Hides, Director of Christian Education at Kenilworth Union Church. Resources We Mentioned Must- Have Online Ministry ToolsFaith Formation PlaylistsIt's Flowchart Time About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for church staff about working smart, cutting out the bs, a...2020-07-2137 min

Getting to NimbleWhere Is In-Person Worship Headed? On Getting to Nimble Ep. 27Freedom to move, to eat, to coffee. This and other ways we see in-person worship changing because of our extended time at home. (Spoiler alert: Sarah's keeping the comfy pants.) Our Reads of the Week Flow: The Ancient Way to Do Contemporary Worship - Lester Ruth About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for church staff about working smart, cutting out the bs, and embracing...2020-07-0731 min

Getting to NimbleChanging in the Midst of Change, on Getting to Nimble Ep. 26It's often easier to change while we're already in the midst of change because our old habits and systems are in flux. Bill and Sarah talk about using this changing season to think through our systems at church. Resources We Mentioned on This Episode Change Your Life When You're Changing Your Life - Happier with Gretchen Rubin About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for...2020-06-1734 min

Getting to NimbleCurrently: Emotions, Reopening, and Anti-Racist Work in Our ChurchesA snapshot of where we are in terms of emotions and how we're planning/not-planning, then a longer conversation about starting (or hopefully, continuing) anti-racist work in our churches starting with one-on-one relationships. About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for church staff about working smart, cutting out the bs, and embracing the good in ministry. New episodes on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. Check out...2020-06-0238 min

DEUS EX MUSICACommunal Worship and The Challenges of Public FaithScholar, author, and church musician Sarah Bereza discusses the various ways Christians understand how music functions in worship, as well as the challenges faced by music minsters as they strive to integrate their public ministry and private faith.2020-06-011h 06

Getting to NimbleOnline Forever?Online worship, nimbly opening (while expecting future closures), and planning in a season of flux. About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for church staff about working smart, cutting out the bs, and embracing the good in ministry. New episodes on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. Check out all the Getting to Nimble podcast episodes here, or wherever you listen to podcasts.2020-05-1940 min

Getting to NimbleA Neighborhood SummerLast summer, my colleagues and I at First Congregational of St. Louis developed a creative, intergenerational worship series. Then, the four of us - Hannah Rice and Emily Stokes, plus Bill and I - turned the series into a 14-week curriculum for other congregations to use. In this episode, the four of us talk about our collaborative process, surprises along the way, and the opportunities for healthy vulnerability that our summer worship gave us. On This Episode We Mentioned: A Neighborhood Summer: A 14-Week Intergenerational Worship PlanPotBangerz About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician...2020-05-0536 min

Getting to NimbleMusic and Change, on Getting to Nimble Ep. 22Changing our musical habits is hard (and oddly enough right now, maybe both easier and harder than ever). In this episode, we talk with Paul Vasile about being open to musical change and helping others embrace the new, even when they're sure they only want what they already know. Find Paul Vasile online here. About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice for church staff about...2020-04-2140 min

Getting to NimbleClimbing Up A Covid-19 Learning CurveClimbing up a learning curve. Running down a sand dune, trying not to face plant. Throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks. Just a few metaphors for the work we're doing lately! Emily Stokes, a minister for children and families, joins us to talk about our approaches to ministry right now. Our Reads of the Week A Great Reckoning by Louise Penny. Bill says, "It was one of those books I finished and said a little silent thank you to the author." About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have...2020-04-0737 min

Writing on WednesdaysYou know how it’s hard to be grateful? (Episode 045)We recorded this before COVID-19 became a big deal, but gratitude is more relevant than ever! In this episode we talk about the connection between gratitude and writing, Nicole’s new gratitude journal, plus Sarah shares a tip about Instagram and we both talk about books we’ve read recently. Books we mention in this episode: Nicole’s journal of thanksgiving: https://amzn.to/2xCCC6n How Not to Diet: https://amzn.to/340Z2tS It’s Better than It Looks: https://amzn.to/39xPU1e Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook...2020-04-0142 min

Church Music Makers PodcastA Conversation with Sarah BerezaSarah Bereza is a church musician, blogger, podcaster, mom, doctor, author, and so much more! She's a huge resource to the church, and you can find out more at her website, https://sarah-bereza.com/. Enjoy the conversation and hopefully it brings you some encouragement!2020-03-2729 min

Writing on WednesdaysFinding Calm in COVID-19 (Middlesode)Looking for a calming refuge from the dizzying developments around the COVID-19 pandemic? This Middlesode is for you. Settle in for instrumental music, a soft discussion about what COVID-19 lockdown looks like in Nicole's neck of the woods, and an extended reading from Viktor Frankl's famous book, Man's Search for Meaning. How are you doing in all of this, friends? Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2020-03-1829 min

Getting to NimbleCOVID19 and the ChurchWhat a strange time we are in, especially as church leaders. Bill and Sarah share what they are currently doing to respond to COVID19, especially in terms of pastoral care and spiritual connection in a time of physical distance. We can still "worship in spirit and in truth" whether or not we are in-person. Resources We Mentioned in the Episode We Are the Church About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and...2020-03-1735 min

Getting to NimbleAdvanced Degrees for Church StaffWhat are the advantages (and disadvantages) to getting an advanced degree when you're in church ministry? Bill and Sarah talk master's degrees, doctorates, certificates. Our Reads of the Week If you purchase through some of the following links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting the work we do! How Not to Diet: The Groundbreaking Science of Healthy, Permanent Weight Loss - Michael Greger About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With g...2020-03-0335 min

Writing on WednesdaysTime Blocking for People with Crazy Lives (MIDDLESODE 040)Say hello to the single best strategy for countering distraction and boosting time- and energy- management throughout your day: time blocking. But let’s be real, life sometimes feels to chaotic and unpredictable to even give this technique try. In this Middlesode, Nicole talks about why she resisted this strategy for so long, how she changed her approach to better accommodate the uncertainties of life, and how she uses Google Calendar to effectively time block her entire week. Note: Some links below may be affiliate links. More info here. Resources we mention in this episode:2020-02-1916 min

Getting to NimbleWhen to Worship Together?Why do we worship corporately on Sunday mornings? When would we worship if we removed the "but we've always..." from our thinking? Our Reads of the Week If you purchase through some of the following links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting the work we do! Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life - Nir Eyal About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy b...2020-02-1830 min

Writing on WednesdaysHow to Be an Indistractable Creative (Ep 039)We know! Focusing on sustained creative work is a huge challenge, especially given the continual presence of digital media, smartphones, and other easy distractions in our lives. Is canceling all our social media accounts and buying out of digital media the only way to beat distraction? We hope not! In this episode, Nicole talks to Sarah about some of the surprising insights she gained from reading Nir Eyal’s Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life. Resources we mention in this episode: Nir Eyal’s Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life (http...2020-02-1236 min

Writing on WednesdaysBeing Nimble in Life, Work, and Writing (Middlesode 038)Nicole reflects on her 2020 theme word, "Nimble," and what it means in three areas: personal life, professional, and writing. Read the full post here. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2020-02-0511 min

Getting to NimbleInfinite GamesWe church leaders have a lot to learn from game theory - and especially, how we should think of churches as part of an "infinite game" rather than a "finite game." Drawing on Simon Sinek's new book The Infinite Game, Bill and Sarah share how infinite games provide a conceptual grounding for leading churches in the 21st century. Our Reads of the Week If you purchase through some of the following links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting the work we do! The Infinite Game - Simon Sinek About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, P...2020-02-0433 min

Getting to NimbleWhy Nimble?What is "nimbleness" and why should we value it as church leaders? Our Reads of the Week If you purchase through some of the following links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting the work we do! The Lord of the Rings - J. R. R. TolkeinVarieties of Gifts: Multiplicity and the Well-Lived Pastoral Life - Cynthia G. Lindner About Getting to Nimble For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, t...2020-01-2121 min

Writing on WednesdaysStrong and Nimble: Our Goals for 2020 (Ep 035)From book proposals to sabbaticals to buying mascara to finally visiting a dentist after twelve years: Nicole and Sarah talk about their theme words, vision, and goals for 2020. (Quick Summary: let’s hope Nicole sees a dentist this year!) Plus we each share a book that’s nourished our writing souls recently. Resources we mention in this episode: The Four Tendencies, by Gretchen Rubin: https://amzn.to/2uJJ9KX Nicole’s blog post about being more nimble in 2020: https://www.nicoleroccas.com/nimble-my-word-for-2020/ Airtable: airtable.com Gretchen Rubin’s 20 for 2020 template: https...2020-01-1542 min

Writing on WednesdaysWriting for the Holidays (Ep 034)Nicole and Sarah share strategies and tips for writing during this very crazy season, plus a new transcription tool and Nicole asks for Sarah's forgiveness on a calendar-related matter. We’ll be back in the new year! Resources we mention in this episode: Otter.ai Katie Linder, Think Write Revise podcast ep 87 (https://www.drkatielinder.com/twr87/) #AmWriting episode on How to Use a Burn Chart: https://amwritingpodcast.com/episode-175-howtouseaburnchart/ Burndown charts and project management: https://www.projectmanager.com/blog/burndown-chart-what-is-it Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.fa...2019-12-1228 min

Getting to NimbleHospitality (Plus an Announcement!)'Tis the season for hospitality! Bill and Sarah talk about open houses, small groups, alcohol, and what it means to focus on the church's social cohesion (not on our personal friendships). Plus an announcement! We are changing our podcast's name from "Called" to "Getting to Nimble." This change should show up in your podcast feed in December. This is our last episode of 2019 - looking forward to a new year of "getting to nimble"! Our Reads of the Week She Said - Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey Note: If you buy something through this link, I may earn an affiliate...2019-12-0329 min

Writing on WednesdaysWriting for Religious Audiences (Ep 032)Writing about religious topics isn't the same as writing for a religious audience. Listen in to learn what makes writing for a religious audience different - and why Nicole and Sarah have both written on religious topics and for religious audiences (not always at the same time). Get in touch: writingonwednesdays.com, sarah-bereza.com, and nicoleroccas.com 2019-11-2734 min

Writing on WednesdaysLaunch Your Book: A Free Checklist (Middlesode)Last week on the Writing on Wednesdays episode, Sarah and I talked about book launches. We threw a lot of ideas out there, so I compiled them all (and more) into a free marketing checklist specifically intended for authors publishing with a small to medium-sized press. You can find the checklist here: https://www.nicoleroccas.com/launch-your-book-a-free-marketing-checklist-for-small-press-authors/ Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! Until next week, Nicole Roccas – www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza – www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-11-2023 min

Getting to NimbleSocial Media for Church StaffSocial media can be tricky for those of us who minister in churches. Bill and I share four perspectives to help us make wise use of this tool: Ask yourself, "Who is my neighbor?" given the endless, often anonymous nature of social mediaUse social media as a pastoral tool, a way to minister to your congregation outside of church servicesConsider how (and if) you want to share about yourself and your family on social media - there are no one-size-fits-all strategies here!Remember how powerful loose connections can be (see our reads below!) Our Reads of the Week "Why You...2019-11-1929 min

Writing on WednesdaysA Tale of Two Book Launches (Ep 030)Resources we mention in this episode: Archived content from Nicole's first book launch in 2018: The Book The launch-day Facebook Live video Friday's capstone Q&A video In-person book launch 1 month later Nicole mentioned that with her new book's launch, she would be writing more guest posts on different blogs. You can find a growing collection of those here or subscribe to her blog here. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah...2019-11-1325 min

Getting to NimbleAnnual Reviews, on Called Ep. 13Here's how to lead a productive, generous annual review process - and why you should. Annual Review Discussion Questions The following questions can be adapted to suit your church's needs. What has been your greatest contribution to the mission of [Church Name] in the past year? At what moment in the past year did you feel most engaged in service to God and the mission of the church?Describe a problem you encountered in the past year dealing with a member of the congregation or a coworker and how you resolved it. Did you feel supported by your supervisor and...2019-11-0536 min

Writing on WednesdaysAbundance Mentality and Generous Writing MIDDLESODE (Ep 027)On the eve of an upcoming book release, Nicole returns to a concept that she first stumbled across when publishing her first book: using generosity to counter the fears and cynicism of a scarcity mentality. How can we nourish generosity in our writing by sharing it gratefully with the world rather than cowering in paranoia? Resources mentioned in this episode: Angelina Zimmerman, "Discover the 7 Key Traits of an 'Abundance Mindset'" (Inc.com) Nicole's blog post "How to Nourish Abundance through Generous Writing" (originally written in 2018) Nicole Roccas, Time and Despondency: Regaining the Present in Faith and...2019-10-2313 min

Writing on WednesdaysCreative Crosstraining (Ep 026)How do we keep those creative muscles in shape when we're not actively writing or creating? Nicole and Sarah share their favorite creative cross-training activities and why they help. Plus, a happy announcement from Sarah and a tip about Instagram. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-10-1631 min

Getting to NimbleFamily at ChurchHow do our families connect with our church ministries? And how can we alleviate some of the pressure on our "preacher's kid" families? As a pastor and a musician, Bill and I have encountered very different expectations and experiences. Our Read of the Week "It Was a Tough Week" - Lydia Sohn About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they share practical advice...2019-10-1529 min

Writing on WednesdaysSocial Media for Writers (Ep 024)Nicole and Sarah share how they use social media, starting with the big WHY of being on social media as writers. A Tool: Fitbit: https://www.fitbit.com/en-ca/home Our Reads: The Dinner, by Herman Koch: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40718205-the-dinner Normal People by Sally Rooney Queenie by Candace Carty-Williams Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-10-0233 min

Getting to NimbleFlow and Movement in ServicesWant to avoid dead air and awkward pauses in worship services? Planning for flow can help. Bill and I share how we plan for a smooth flow in worship services, plus the small steps we take that make a big difference. Our Reads of the Week Bless This Mess: A Modern Guide to Faith and Parenting in a Chaotic World - Rev. Molly Baskette and Ellen O'Donnell, PhDHow to Lead When You don't Know Where You're Going: Leading in a Liminal Season - Susan BeaumontWhen Moses Meets Aaron: Staffing and Supervision in Large Congregations - Gil Rendle and Susan Beaumont ...2019-10-0131 min

Writing on WednesdaysWe’re Back! (Ep 022)In this episode, Sarah and Nicole talk about their writing summers and share what they’ve recently learned about submitting book proposals and finishing book projects. Plus, a tip and tool about Google Voice. Resources we mention in this episode: Nicole’s new blog series on writing with depression: https://www.nicoleroccas.com/1240-2/ Google Voice: https://voice.google.com Alternatives for people outside the US: https://tech.co/business-phone-systems/google-voice-alternative Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next time, Nicole Roccas - ww...2019-09-1817 min

Getting to NimbleDeath, Funerals, and How to Pre-planPre-planning funerals give you a chance to talk (and live) the Gospel. Here's how to help church members pre-plan, plus a bunch of advice on funerals and burial in general. Our Reads of the Week Raising a Screen-Smart Kid: Embrace the Good and Avoid the Bad in the Digital Age - Julianna Miner Verlyn Flieger About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hearts and healthy boundaries, they...2019-09-1735 min

Getting to NimbleGreat Church Meetings (Yes, They're Possible!)How can you lead a great committee or staff meeting? And how can you influence a meeting for the good when you're not running it? Bill and I talk about purpose, organization, and most importantly, energy - with a side of fried chicken and social connection. (Plus the important question: should you forward this episode to your head of staff?) Remember, you can scroll down for a transcript if that's your style. About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big...2019-09-0329 min

Getting to NimbleThe One Thing You REALLY Need in Ministry (That You Didn't Learn in School)Spoiler alert: it's flexibility! Why you need it, how to develop it, and how to encourage your congregation toward it - plus an ear toward the Holy Spirit's leading. Click on the player to listen to the conversation, or scroll down to read the transcript. Our Reads of the Week If you purchase through some of the following links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting Called! Gossip - Rocky Supinger The Color of Life: A Journey Toward Love and Racial Justice - Cara Meredith About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years...2019-08-2024 min

Getting to NimblePatriotic Holidays and Church ServicesWhat should we DO with patriotic holidays in the church? Celebrate them? Mention the occasion in a pastoral prayer? Run for the hills? Bill and I talk about the challenges of patriotic holidays and offer healthy ways to approach them. Transcript of our conversation below! Our Read of the Week Preaching in the Purple Zone: Ministry in the Red-Blue Divide by Rev. Dr. Leah Schade (And here's the book's website) About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small...2019-08-0638 min

Getting to NimbleSummertime - The Upsides and the DownsidesIt's hot outside, and the church has left the building. How can we learn from the downsides of summer, and lean into the positives? Bill and I share how we make summer a productive season of the church year, starting with the big one: enjoy the breathing room. Our Reads of the Week, Plus Resources We Mentioned The Four TendenciesBecoming a Pastor: Forming Self and Soul for Ministry - Jaco J. HammanSplintered Light: Logos and Language in Tolkein’s World - Verlyn Flieger About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz an...2019-07-1630 min

Writing on WednesdaysWe’re Going on Summer Break, Plus Strategies for Work-Related WritingThis is our last episode until the fall! We’ll miss you! Check out our episode archives here: www.writingonwednesdays.com On to today's episode... When you’re writing for your job, start with your why - why do you write for this organization? What’s the purpose of your writing, for you and for them. Nicole and Sarah discuss strategies for overcoming these challenges in work-related writing: 4 Challenges in Work-Related Writing You don’t “get” your company’s brand or mission well enough for the writing you do to feel intentional. You do g...2019-07-0336 min

Getting to NimbleOpen to Change? Cultivating a Personal Openness to Change (And Why You Should)Change is one of the great constants of the world - right up there with death, taxes, and the love of God. But even though it's inevitable, we're often reluctant to change, and get anxious when change happens. On this episode, Bill and I share strategies for how we've cultivated our own openness to change and why we think that openness is vital to ministry. Our Reads of the Week (And Other Resources We Mention in the Episode) A Brightness Long Ago by Guy Gavriel KayStatus, Ambition and the Way of Jesus by Craig C. Hill "The Regular Kind" (on...2019-07-0235 min

Writing on WednesdaysWriting a Non-Fiction Book Proposal (Middlesode)Sarah shares how she wrote her non-fiction book proposal over the course of 8 months (she’s not a full-time writer!) and gets into the specifics of writing in an industry where authors pitch directly to publishers, not agents. Resources we mention in this episode: “Start Here: How to Write a Book Proposal” by Jane Friedman Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-06-2608 min

Writing on WednesdaysWhen Writing *Isn’t* Your Day Job (Ep 019)Writing for yourself, not your job, requires a keen sense of why you’re writing. If you’re writing without a boss/editor waiting for your draft, what’s your motivation? Sarah and Nicole share about their work and non-work writing, and what keeps them on their writing journeys. Plus, Nicole’s creation of rituals in her writing day. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-06-1925 min

Getting to Nimble6 Strategies for Settling in at a New ChurchWhere should you start when you move to a new ministry? Here are six strategies to help you settle in: People are #1.Get to know the landscape. Literally.Find out what's normative.Seek out the sacred cows.Figure out what to do now - and what to postpone.Give yourself some grace. Our Reads of the Week Educated by Tara Westover"Five Pitfalls to Avoid When Evaluating the Senior Minister" by Susan Beaumont About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches...2019-06-1829 min

Writing on WednesdaysDitching a Laptop Saved My (Writing) Life (Middlesode)The other night, I popped in my earbuds and proceeded to type nearly 700 solid words of a book chapter. While standing up. On a moving bus. Packed to the brim with other commuters. How did I write under these circumstances? In short: with a tablet. In this episode I talk about why I ditched my laptop 6 months ago in favor of using a tablet, and how that decision has transformed my writing and professional life. Resources Mentioned in this Episode Read the blog post here: https://www.nicoleroccas.com/ditching-my-laptop/ Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1: https://www...2019-06-1216 min

Writing on Wednesdays10 Ways to Stay Sane When Finishing a Book (Ep 017)How do you stay sane and keep a sense of balance when heading into dangerous deadline territory? In this episode we talk about ten strategies that have helped us over the years, including kalamari. Because Greeks. Resources we mention in this episode: The Jesus prayer, anxiety, and psychophysiology: https://drzeiders.com/religion-and-spirituality/the-psychophysiology-of-the-jesus-prayer/ Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/ Greek-style fried kalamari recipe: http://www.mygreekdish.com/recipe/crispy-fried-calamari-recipe-kalamarakia-tiganita/ Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas...2019-06-0535 min

Getting to NimbleHandling Weekend Conflicts as a Church Staff MemberWeekends can be really tricky for church workers. They're busy for us, but often, that's when our families and friends have time to spend together. Bill and I share how we've navigated the challenges—and opportunities—of working on the weekends. Our Reads of the Week I Miss You When I Blink by Mary Laura Philpott"Desire" by Rocky Supinger About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, good and not so good. With generous hear...2019-06-0438 min

Writing on WednesdaysThe One Rule for Organizing Research Notes MIDDLESODESarah shares how she organizes her research notes, starting with the number one take-away: research notes go in one place, and one place only. Resources we mention in this episode: Episode on book weights: nicoleroccas.com/005 Episode on low-hanging fruit: nicoleroccas.com/008 Link to the #amwriting podcast: http://amwritingpodcast.com Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-05-2909 min

Writing on WednesdaysSummer of Writing (Ep 015)Does summer feel like a special season for you? It is for me. Summer is for spending lots of time outside - and for creativity. This summer, Sarah's making writing #1 creative priority. On this episode of Writing on Wednesdays, we talk about my writing plan (and why hers is so different). Listen here or wherever you listen to podcasts. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-05-2228 min

Getting to NimbleWrapping Up the Program YearIt's that time of the year! On this episode of the Called podcast, Bill and I talk all things wrapping up the program year. Celebrating the good things, learning from what didn't work so well, and thinking about where to go next. (Plus the important question, "When should the next program year begin?") Our Reads of the Week The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya ParkerLamentation by C. J. Samsom Resources We Mentioned 20 Anthems By Women Composers that My Church Choir Sang This Season About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry ...2019-05-2119 min

Writing on WednesdaysThe Most Dangerous Writing App: Nicole’s Ridiculous Experiment (Middlesode)In this episode, I try The Most Dangerous Writing App (and live to tell about it). This was part of my ridiculous experiment to tame my inner editor in order to generate fresh writing more quickly and painlessly. But although my experiment wasn't as helpful as I thought, I did learn some important writing lessons. Tune in to find out more! Resources mentioned in this episode: The Most Dangerous Writing App (https://www.themostdangerouswritingapp.com/) Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next...2019-05-1511 min

Writing on WednesdaysVulnerability in Writing: How Much is Too Much? (Ep 013)Today we’re talking about vulnerability and authenticity in writing. We all know that “being real” sells. But can there be too much of a good thing? How can you "be yourself" while both being true to yourself and serving your readers well? Nicole and Sarah reflect on these questions, particularly as Nicole gears up to submit a book manuscript on a sensitive topic. Resources we mention in this episode: Boundaries for Writers: What are they and how are they important? https://www.nicoleroccas.com/boundaries-for-writers/ 5 Boundaries Every Writer Should Have (WoW Ep 009): https...2019-05-0821 min

Getting to NimbleWhat Does "Calling" Mean?What does "calling" mean? In the inaugural episode of Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry, Pastor Bill Smutz and I talk about what calling can mean in all areas of our lives. The call to ministry is an important one, but it’s not the only one. Our Reads of the Week Is Your Wellness Practice Just a Diet in Disguise? by Melissa Fabello About Called - At the Intersection of Life and Ministry For 50 years between them, Pastor Bill Smutz and musician Sarah Bereza have survived and thrived in churches big and small, urban and rural, go...2019-05-0721 min

Writing on WednesdaysWriting on Vacation (Middlesode)In this week’s middlesode, Sarah shares some strategies for writing (or maybe NOT writing?) on vacation. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-05-0107 min

Writing on WednesdaysBatch-Writing Blog Posts: Ideas and Strategies (Ep 011)Today we’re talking about the strategy of batch-writing blog posts, plus Nicole will share about a tool she uses to avoid getting sucked into Facebook , and we’ll both give a brief update of our respective writing lives. So get your pens ready, pull up a chair, and join us for a weekly Wednesday writing date. Resources we mention in this episode: News Feed Eradicator for Facebook (Chrome plugin): https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/news-feed-eradicator-for/fjcldmjmjhkklehbacihaiopjklihlgg?hl=en Joanna Penn’s The Healthy Writer: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/healthy-writer/ Nicole’s blog p...2019-04-2420 min

Getting to NimbleAnnouncing the Called Podcast!Y'all, I am so excited to announce this new podcast! My colleague Bill Smutz and I have been working on a ministry related podcast since the winter and now it's ready for the world! Here's what the show is: practical advice for church workers, based on our experiences of over 50 (!) years. We're talking about wrapping up the program year, helping church members pre-plan their funeral services, taking care of old buildings, maintaining healthy boundaries.... Basically, if it relates to our lives as church staff, then it's fair game. Who we are: a church musician and a Presbyterian pastor. I've ministered...2019-04-2301 min

Writing on WednesdaysHeadspace for Writers: Mindfulness and Creativity (Middlesode)Do you struggle with restlessness energy when working on creative projects? Has stressed or distractability slowed your writing to a standstill? Do you find yourself on auto pilot in work and life? Headspace might be an app for you! In this week's middlesode, Nicole discusses her recent experiment with the Headspace app, the "personal meditation guide, right in your pocket.” Although she tried it on the recommendation of her physician as a way to manage anxiety, it's had some unexpected benefits in her writing life. In particular, it's helped her maintain better focus by stilling the restless energy (an...2019-04-1710 min

Writing on Wednesdays5 Boundaries Every Writer Should Have (Ep 009)We readily acknowledge the importance of boundaries in other areas of life, but what about when it comes to creative work? What are good boundaries for writers and how do we set them? Plus, Sarah talks about a tool we both use to curate and collect blog-based reading material, and we both share a brief update on our respective writing lives. Have you ever had to set more conscientious boundaries to safeguard your creative work? We'd love to hear about it! Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) 2019-04-1034 min

Writing on WednesdaysThe Strategy of Low-Hanging Fruit (Middlesode)Here’s one way to decide when to do easy tasks, a.k.a. low hanging fruit: postpone them for as long as possible, and do them when you have a low-energy day. If they are something you need to do sooner rather than later, then save them for a time of day when you have lower energy. Whatever you do, don’t do easy tasks when you’re full of creative energy! Resources we mention in this episode: Sarah’s blog post Hard First or Easy First? The Strategy of Low-Hanging Fruit Join the conversa...2019-04-0305 min

Writing on WednesdaysGetting Big Projects Done, and the Strategy of Pre-Book Talks (Ep 007)Here’s how Nicole and Sarah manage big writing projects using planners and calendars, and how those tools integrate with time cycles like days, weeks, and quarters (or *not* quarters). And Nicole shares how a pre-book talk helped her get a fresh take on her book manuscript. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-03-2734 min

Writing on WednesdaysGetting Sucked In: The Dangers of Cognitive Tunneling (Middlesode) Do you ever get sucked into the minutiae of writing projects? This week Nicole reflects on the dangers of cognitive tunneling and how to beat it. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, happy writing! Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-03-2005 min

Writing on WednesdaysWrite Like an Onion! (Ep 005) How do you write efficiently when faced with a deadline or other constraints on time and energy? This episode focuses on a strange but helpful writing (and reading) strategy Nicole developed with the help of a professor in graduate school. Plus Sarah and Nicole geek out about the utility of book weights. Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sarah-bereza.com 2019-03-1329 min

Writing on WednesdaysTheme Your Days (Middlesode)It’s difficult to keeping multiple creative projects moving ahead at the same time. In this episode, Sarah explains one tool she uses to make distinct times to work on different projects: giving each day (or half) day of the week its own theme. Resources we mention in this episode: Sarah’s blog post: Theme your days for more deep work and less stress https://sarah-bereza.com/theme-your-days/ Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, happy writing! Nicole Roccas - www...2019-03-0605 min

Writing on WednesdaysMaking Mental Space for Writing (Ep 003)You need mental space. So how can you shape your life to create more of it? Think about these five areas and how they can a friend - or a foe - to your mental space: time, location, attention, emotion, and other creative projects. Resources we mention in this episode: Michael Hyatt’s concept of the “Ideal Week” (https://michaelhyatt.com/ideal-week/) Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas.com Sarah Bereza - www.sa...2019-02-2729 min

Writing on WednesdaysEp 002: 3 Things to Love About the Messy MiddleLike it or not, the messy middle is where we spend most of our time as writers. If you don’t find something to love about it, you’ll burn out pretty quickly. Nicole’s in the thick of Book #2 and here’s what she’s come to appreciate about the middle phase. Check out Nicole’s blog post on this topic: https://www.nicoleroccas.com/3-things-to-love-about-the-messy-middle-of-writing/ Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, happy writing! Nicole Roccas - www.nicoleroccas...2019-02-2007 min

Writing on WednesdaysWelcome to Writing on Wednesdays! (Ep 001)Welcome to the first episode of Writing on Wednesdays! Today we’re talking about what the heck this podcast is all about AND introducing ourselves. In Tools and Tips, Sarah tells us about Airtable, a collaborative project management resource we use to plan this show. (Scroll to the bottom to find resources we mentioned in this episode.) This week's focus question: What do you do WELL in the messy middle? Join the conversation in the Writing on Wednesdays Facebook Group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/WritingonWednesdays/) Until next week, happy writing! Nicole Roccas - www.ni...2019-02-1328 min