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Rising Above Ministries is lifting up the special needs community through support, encouragement, inspiration, and community.
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Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
About Sandy
Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick is a mom of three, including a son who has special needs. She has been a huge blessing to us at Rising Above Ministries for the last couple years. She is so wise and kind, and each conversation with her points us to Jesus! Sandy leads a community group via Zoom, and we are so grateful for her willingness to pour into other special-needs moms.
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Sandy's website: https://www.undisabledlives.org
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Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
About this episode
Steve and Kim from the Rising Above office join Becky to discuss our November series, the Flip Side, and share their experiences of looking on the flip side in their own lives.
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Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
For this episode of the podcast, Steve invited some special-needs siblings to join and share their experiences.
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Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
About Scott
Scott Maulsby is a licensed health and life insurance agent in Nashville, TN. As an entrepreneur and special needs father he balances the everyday challenges with work and life. He has a passion for giving back to his community and strives to make a difference in the lives of children. Scott has served on the Statewide Planning and Policy Council with the TN State Department of Intellectual Disabilities since 2020 and also serves on the Board of Directors of Vista Points Special Needs Trusts. Scott also builds and trains church security teams serves churches in Middle TN, throughout the United States and in Nigeria and Australia. He is an Ironman, Half Ironman and a Marathon Finisher and fought in the 2008 Pennsylvania State Golden Gloves tournament. Scott is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Systems Engineering. Currently, Scott resides in Lebanon, TN with his wife, Carrie, and three children (Jackson, Zoie and Ridley). Scott and Carrie are former foster parents of the year (2014) in Florida and have adopted 2 children, 1 with special needs.
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Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
About Sara
Sara is a devoted wife, homeschooling mother of two amazing boys, writer, and follower of Christ. She is passionate about ministering to moms of children with exceptional needs and loves to encourage others on this journey. She also loves the beach, good books, raising chickens, and gardening!
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
About Melissa
Melissa Maimone is a Christian event speaker and author. Through Scripture and storytelling, she teaches women that an authentic life in Christ can be both messy and magnificent at the exact same time. She is the author of two books, "Gathering Dandelions" and "The Radiant Midnight: Depression, Grace, and the Gifts of a Dark Place". Melissa has been married for 31 years and has two children, Elizabeth and Cole. Her daughter Elizabeth was born with developmental delays. Her daughter has been a source of beauty, inspiration, and grief that has taught Melissa a fierce, daily dependence upon the Lord.
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Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
About Dr. Holmes
Stephanie C. Holmes was formerly a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of NC. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Campbell University, her Master’s in counseling from Liberty University and her doctorate in education from Abilene Christian University. She is an ordained minister, author, autism researcher, speaker, and certified autism specialist. When Sydney was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, her world and focus changed from a thriving marriage and family therapy practice to a world of Individualized Education Programs, 504 educational plans, and understanding how to help students and individuals with challenges and needs in the classroom and the church setting. Today, she pulls from personal as well as professional experience to focus on neurodiverse marriages and family systems. She is the owner and founder of Autism Spectrum Resources for Marriage & Family, LLC, and she and Dan co-founder The International Association of NeuroDiverse Christian Marriage, LLC and the podcast NeuroDiverse Christian Couples.
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Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
About Andy and Tangy
Andy and Tangy Winstead are from Wilson, North Carolina. They have been married 25 years and have four children. Their 23-year-old twin sons, Zachary and Caleb introduced them to the special-needs world when they were born prematurely at 32 weeks. Both of the boys/young men have cerebral palsy, among other complex needs.
Favorite Quote
“Don’t be afraid and pray and ask God to direct you, because you’re your child’s advocate; and you’ll never stop learning.” - Tangy Winstead
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*Today's podcast episode was sponsored by the Shipsey family as they wish a 'happy birthday' to Jon Alex Davidson! Happy Birthday JA!*
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
About the Freunds
Eric and Christen Freund are co-founders of Hope on the Hard Road Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to connecting, encouraging, and bringing hope to families on the special needs journey through a variety of tangible resources and faith-based encouragement. College sweethearts, Eric and Christen have been married for 25 years and live in Southern California with their son Caleb and their daughter Abbey, who is diagnosed with Autism.
Favorite Quote
“Knowing that God loves us and knowing that He’ll be there for us is everything. It’s not about him changing the circumstances that we want him to; it’s about knowing that He’ll be with us in it as we’re going through it.” -Christen Freund
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Hope on the Hard Road Facebook Group
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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.
https://openmicrecordingstudio.com/
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
About the McGuires
As loving parents, Jonathan and Sarah saw firsthand the unique challenges of raising a child with special needs. They decided to take action and co-founded Hope Anew, a non-profit organization in 2016. Hope Anew provides spiritual and emotional support for parents of children with special needs by offering a Christ-centered approach to healing and hope.
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Hope Anew Disability Podcast
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