Episode 24: It is no secret that quarantine has introduced a new level of stress on relationships. Our new reality includes staying in, makeshift home office spaces and families spending more time together. Whether you have been married for 20 years or 2, listen in to learn how to safeguard your relationship in these stressful times. Today Toni Nieuwhof, family law mediator and former divorce attorney, tells us about 3 relationship pitfalls to be mindful of during lockdown with your significant other.

About Toni Nieuwhof: Toni Nieuwhof's extensive experience as a lawyer, pharmacist, and church leader have given her unique and practical insight on how people grow, emotionally, personally and spiritually. Out of her practice in family law, Toni specializes in helping people leave their unhappiness behind, not their marriages.Toni is also the author of Before Your Split: Find What You Ready Want for the Future of Your Marriage. In her roles as mediator and lawyer, she is a steadfast voice for the well-being of the children involved.

Toni co-founded and co-hosts the Smart Family Podcast to help people love being home. Toni and her husband, Carey Nieuwhof started one of North America's most influential churches near Barrie, Ontario where they currently reside.

Episode 23: Our guest this episode is Cheryl Nembhard. Cheryl is one of the co-host of the television show, See Hear Love. However, she is also an international speaker, creator and advocate for at risk youth and women. During this year, racial inequalities have been brought to the top of everyone's attention and the world is waiting and watching for a response from the church. Cheryl urges non-black faith leaders to speak up. "When you are called into leadership, you have signed up to live a life outside of yourself." Cheryl offers amazing advice for leaders and organizations who want to take steps towards reconciliation. It's a great episode, listen in!

About Cheryl Nembhard: Cheryl is an award winning Filmmaker, Playwright & Director who continues to make her mark in the Arts & Entertainment Industry. Cheryl has become known as an important Story teller in Canada; presenting her Art in creative, cutting edge and bold ways. Cheryl's impact is felt far beyond the stage as she has dedicated most of her life to community service and helping those in need. For over a decade, she has been involved in the rehabilitation of troubled youth, former gang members, ex- drug addicts, rape victims and teenage mothers. Cheryl has focused her life to working and establishing creative spaces for them to discover themselves and find healing. Cheryl recently served as Artistic Director for Toronto City Mission; developing Creative Arts programs for At Risk youth & low income families. For the past 4 years, Cheryl has created & developed her own successful Summer Arts Camp program for underprivileged children. Cheryl was recently featured by CBC Toronto as one of 150 Black Women who have made a place in Canadian History.

Episode 22: Join in on Ellen's conversation with Allison Alley, CEO of Compassion Canada and Michael Messenger, President of World Vision Canada. Everything about COVID-19 has been magnified for those who are deeply in need. Our podcast guests can speak to that. In the midst of this health crisis, Allison and Michael are two leaders who want to keep their respective organization's mission on people's minds. If you feel like you are on the edge of your leadership capacity, listen in. Allison and Michael discuss why it is important to connect with other leaders, even those who may be positioned as your competitor. Keep in mind, your competitor might be working towards the same Kingdom mission as you are. Base your partnership on that similarity. There is no better time than the present to boost collaboration within your organization and outside of it. About Allison Alley: Allison Alley is the President and CEO of Compassion Canada, a global development organization that exists to permanently end childhood poverty in all its forms. She holds a Master of Arts in Global Leadership with an emphasis in International Development and Urban Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Master of Business Administration from Ivey Business School. Allison and her husband, Tommy, live in London, Ontario and have two daughters. About Michael Messenger: Michael first joined World Vision in 1990 and was involved in early advocacy efforts in Canada and Geneva. After five years, Michael moved to attend law school and then practiced law for nine years in Halifax. As a partner at Cox & Palmer, he developed a broad litigation practice and served as chief counsel to a high-profile public inquiry on issues of youth justice. He then returned to World Vision and served as Vice-President, Public Affairs and Executive Vice-President before assuming the role of President in 2015. His leadership has sponsored numerous cross-functional initiatives and strategies throughout the Partnership. He has a degree in economics from Gordon College in Wenham, Massachusetts and a law degree from the University of Toronto. In his spare time, Michael runs marathons with Team World Vision, raising awareness and funds for children so they can reach their God-given potential.