Featuring Angie Mikus & Courtney Blake

In this heartfelt episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with two women who embody what it means to love your community well. Join us as Angie Mikus and Courtney Blake share the beautiful story of how the Garner community once rallied around Angie—and how she now pours that same love back into the people around her every single day.

From serving with a smile at Angie’s Restaurant, to hosting a community-wide Thanksgiving meal, Angie has made service her lifestyle. She knows your name, pulls up a chair when you walk in, listens deeply, and makes everyone feel seen. Her life is a reminder that service isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are called to be.

Angie and Courtney challenge us to slow down, look around, and recognize the opportunities right in front of us to strengthen, encourage, and serve the community we’re already part of.

If you’ve ever wondered what everyday service looks like—or how ordinary people make an extraordinary impact—this episode will inspire you to lead with heart, love, and passion for people.

Tune in and be encouraged to serve right where you are. ❤️

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In this episode of The Serving Effect, we sit down with Robin Pate, a passionate volunteer leader with Operation Christmas Child (OCC). Robin shares how her journey of serving began in her local church and grew into an opportunity to impact lives around the world through OCC’s international outreach. From packing shoeboxes to helping her community get involved, Robin’s story shows how one person’s “yes” to serving can ripple across nations.

Join us as we explore how God uses ordinary people to make an extraordinary difference—one shoebox, one child, and one act of love at a time.

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In this episode of The Serving Effect, host Carlton McDaniel Jr. sits down with Dana Wooten, Executive Director of the Clayton Chamber of Commerce, to talk about the power of service, mentorship, and personal growth. From her earliest days learning the value of giving back to her community, to now leading one of the most active chambers in the region, Dana shares how serving others has shaped every part of her journey.

Whether it’s guiding small business owners, walking alongside others in spiritual growth, or mentoring future leaders, Dana believes that service is where growth truly happens—both for you and the people you serve. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about purpose, leadership, and the ripple effect of serving well.

🎧 Listen now to be inspired to lead, grow, and serve wherever you are.

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