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Rising Above with Becky Davidson is a place of encouragement, honesty, and hope for families navigating the unique joys and challenges of life with disability. Each episode offers heartfelt conversations, practical wisdom, and faith-filled insights to help you know you’re not alone on the journey. Becky shares stories from her own life as well as uplifting perspectives from guests who understand the road, equipping you with tools and inspiration to face each day with courage. Whether you’re seeking community, strength, or a fresh reminder of God’s faithfulness, this podcast invites you to rise above the struggles and discover joy in the midst of it all.
Episodes

Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Kim & Jerri Cross: Getting Help After Trauma (part two)
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Join us for the podcast as Becky and Kim have a conversation with their counselor, Jerri. In this episode, they will discuss counseling and how this can help following any kind of trauma.
About Jerri
Jerri Cross, Ed.S., LPC/MHSP, CPSII, NBCC has been working in social services and counseling providing quality services in the Upper Cumberland area for the past 20+ years. Jerri grew up and attended school in middle Tennessee. She is a Nationally Board Certified Counselor with NBCC, member of the TN Licensed Professional Counselors Association, American Association of Christian Counselors, & a Certified Prevention Specialist II. Jerri enjoys spending time with her family & friends. She is also an avid reader and enjoys a sunny afternoon reading.

Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Becky & Kim: Asking for Help After Trauma (part one)
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Today on the podcast, Kim and Becky discuss their experience with counseling--and how it helped them navigate some past traumas in their lives. Don't be afraid to ask for help!

Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
In this episode, Brittnie and Katie discuss ways that they have learned to connect with others and have a social life, even amidst the demands that come with raising an individual with disabilities.
Related Links
Respite for Your Mind: Find it on the app!
Katie Whitmire previous episode
Brittnie Blackburn previous episode

Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Caring for our Children into Adulthood: Sandy & Susan
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Enjoy this chat with Becky, Sandy, and Susan as they discuss how to help your children with special needs transition to adulthood.
Related Links
Join us for our August Book Club!
Susan Pace on a previous episode
Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick previous episodes: Season 3, Episode 1, Episode 88, Episode 135
About the Show
Rising Above with Becky Davidson is created & produced by Rising Above Ministries. To learn more about us and our resources for special-needs families, visit our website at www.risingaboveministries.org. If you’ve enjoyed listening and want to hear more, we’d love for you to subscribe to our podcast or share it to encourage a friend.
*Theme music and editing by Open Mic Studios.

Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
School’s Out for Summer...Now What? : Jade & Leslie
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
About this episode
Jade & Leslie discuss the ways their children deal with school being out for the summer and give suggestions on how to handle the summertime flexibility for our children with special needs.
Related Links
About the Show
Rising Above with Becky Davidson is created & produced by Rising Above Ministries. To learn more about us and our resources for special-needs families, visit our website at www.risingaboveministries.org. If you’ve enjoyed listening and want to hear more, we’d love for you to subscribe to our podcast or share it to encourage a friend.
*Theme music and editing by Open Mic Studios.

Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Steve & Becky: Happy Fourth of July! (And...a sneak peek!)
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
About this episode
Steve and Becky discuss some unique patriotic facts, as well as preview what's coming up the rest of the year! Don't miss it!
Related Links
We'd love for you to catch up on the podcast on your favorite podcasting app or here.
Dads- check out Base Camp here!
Visit our website for more information about our resources!
If you don’t have our app, you can find it here!
We’d love to have you join one of our Community Groups!
Find our monthly resources here!
*Stay tuned for more information about "Even If," our Marriage series, and the sibling event!

Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Jennifer Kiesling: Letting Go
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
About Jennifer
Jennifer is a solo mom to 2 amazing girls, Brenna and Junie. Junie is 16 and has multiple special needs. Jennifer works full time as a preschool special education teacher in Kentucky.
Favorite Quote
"How do you rise above? You rise above by letting go...and accepting what is."
Related Links
We'd love for you to catch up on the podcast on your favorite podcasting app or here.

Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Kim Wise: God Had a Plan
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
About Kim
Kim and her husband Mike, of 34 years, have 3 boys. Trey, who has Down Syndrome, is the oldest and is 33 years old. Kim started a non-profit athletic program In Mooresville, NC in 1994 called Structured Athletics for Challenged Children as well as a special-needs choir in 2016 “God’s Angel Choir." She was also very instrumental in helping start Hope Academy a small school for special-needs adults. Her main goal for Trey has always been for him to have the opportunity to be active in our community and to love God and Life!
Related Links
SACCputnamco.org
Find out more about one of our By the Brook 2023 sponsors, Key Ministry!
Sign up to join us this weekend for By the Brook here!

Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Podcast Takeover with Steve: Father’s Day
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
About this episode
This podcast takeover with Steve Chatman is an episode is for moms and dads about Father's Day!
Moms will hear helpful tips about what Dad doesn't want for Father's Day and dads will be encouraged by a message from Steve especially for them.
Related Links
Common Man Extraordinary Call on Amazon
Visit the Rising Above Ministries store

Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Abigail Burle: Joy Will Come
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
About Abigail
Abigail Burle is a Georgia native that calls Gainesville, Ga home. She wrangles 6 year old triplets and serves with her husband Ryan in the local community. She is passionate about creating spaces of belonging for families impacted by disabilities. She is the Founder of a non-profit, Love Your Story that provides respite for families.
Favorite Quotes
"When you are just being faithful and living your life for yourself and your family, and not trying to make it better than it is, or not trying to make it look worse than it is, joy will come." -Abigail Burle
Related Links
@Abigail_burle
@loveyourstory.us.
*Big thank you to one of our By the Brook sponsors this year, Fry, Fry, Knight & Looper! You can find them here.*
