Marked with Angie Elkins and Andrea Lennon

This episode of MARKED features Maureen Kaderi. Maureen tells her story of growing up in a slum in Kenya to being sponsored by Compassion to working with Mercy House, helping other young women in poverty.{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.About Maureen Kaderi:Maureen is married and speaks 5 languages. She married Oliver in 2013 & welcomed a beautiful son, Amaziah, in 2015. Maureen traveled to the United States in the summer of 2010 on behalf of Compassion International to speak to thousands of students at Student Life Camps. Her moving life story led to the sponsorship of more than a thousand impoverished children. Both Maureen and Oliver are beneficiaries of Compassion International.In March of 2010, ​blogger ​Kristen Welch traveled to Kenya, Africa, with Compassion International​,​ to blog their relief efforts in the slums of Nairobi. She was especially burdened visiting Mathare Valley, one of Africa’s largest slums.​ Maureen and Kristen connected during that trip and ​Maureen has since become a very dear “daughter” of the Welch family. Just weeks after returning from Africa, Kristen emailed Maureen and asked if she knew of any ministries reaching out or offering an alternative to the young girls having backstreet abortions. She didn’t know of any.Maureen partnered with Terrell and Kristen ​Welch ​to pray specifically about these precious girls. Four months later, God spoke to Maureen’s heart and birthed a vision to help these girls. When Maureen emailed Kristen with this news, both knew that God was beginning a good work. The Welch family lives in America and mobilize people to give with the help of supportive friends, family and blog readers. Maureen is in Kenya with the language, education, leadership skills and the heart to be the hands and feet of Jesus. In the summer of 2010, The Mercy Maternity House was formed to support the work Maureen does. Maureen is the full-time Executive Director of Rehema House (word for mercy in Swahili) in Kenya. While she works in Africa, the Welch family raises money and awareness while supporting Maureen and her staff.About Mary Margaret:Mary Margaret Collingsworth is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling.Links:http://mercyhouseglobal.orgFair Trade FridayKristen Welch's blogcompassion.com/lifewayQuote Us:When I accepted Christ, I accepted hope. -Maureen Kaderi #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookI'd rather die physically poor because I was spiritually rich. -Maureen Kaderi #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookPoverty does not determine your future—it shapes it. -Maureen Kaderi #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookWhen you say yes to God, He does the rest. -Maureen Kaderi #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookWhen we're weak, when we go through difficult circumstances, He is more than enough. @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

Season 2 of {MARKED} kicks off with guest Jamie Golden, talking about cake pops, pop culture, and discovering your purpose and stepping out in faith.{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.About Jamie:Jamie Golden has been cohosting The Popcast with Knox McCoy since August 2013. It is a weekly pop culture podcast that's part deep dive, mostly shallow end. Jamie also runs a home bakery packed with cake pops, Jamie's Sweet Revenge. She makes her home in Birmingham, Alabama where she advocates for foster and adopted children on the Board of Directors of Heart Gallery Alabama and serving as a CASA volunteer.About Mary Margaret:Mary Margaret Collingsworth is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling.Links:Jamie on Twitter and on InstagramJamie's Cake PopsPopcast PodcastAmanda Jones on TwitterCamp HopeQuote Us:I'm not doing this alone because I'm literally not enough. @jamiebgolden #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookGod lives way out of the box, but He is so worthy of trust because He has proven Himself over and over again. @jamiebgolden #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookHe has proven Himself faithful and worthy. @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcast Share on TwitterShare on FacebookEverybody has a story. @jamiebgolden #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookPeople are not the worst thing that they've ever done. @jamiebgolden #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookYour story can be very much a part of your purpose. @jamiebgolden #MarkedPodcast Share on TwitterShare on FacebookYou're never going to look back and go, "Wow. I just spent too much time in the Bible." @jamiebgolden #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookIt has never been easier for us to engage with the Word of God, but we have to make the time. @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookWe give time to the things we want to give time to. @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on Facebook Learn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.Episode 7: Gretchen SafflesMary Margaret and Gretchen talk about how social media can be seen as a mission field, mentoring, living out our callings, and having the freedom to say no. They discuss the difficult, but important, mindset of trusting God to equip us for what He's called us to do.About Gretchen:Gretchen Saffles is passionate about encouraging and equipping women to get into the Word of God and find their identity and purpose in Christ. She is the founder of Life Lived Beautifully, author of A God-Sized Love Story, Proverbs 31: Women of Dignity, Washed in Grace, and Ruth: Gospel of Grace, as well as creator of the“Give Me Jesus” quiet time journal for women. Through Life Lived Beautifully, she longs to meet women right where they are with the hope of the gospel and light a match in their hearts to know Jesus more. On any given day you can find her with a coffee cup in hand, a baby on her hip,  a message stirring in her soul, and a God-sized dream on her heart. Gretchen lives in Knoxville, Tennessee with her husband, Greg, and her son, Nolan.About Mary Margaret:Mary Margaret is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling.Links:Life Lived Beautifully InstagramGretchen's TwitterThrough Gates of Splendor by Elisabeth ElliotJen Wilkin PodcastQuote It! I can read a book and be mentored. @gretchsaffles #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookIt's a good thing to not feel qualified or adequate because it makes us rely more on Him. @gretchsaffles #MarkedPodcast Share on TwitterShare on FacebookWe all have a circle of influence that God has given us. @gretchsaffles #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookGod has called us to be faithful right where we are. @gretchsaffles #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookGod calls us to make an impact right where we are, right where He's planted us. @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcast Share on TwitterShare on FacebookThe gospel is not just for the moment that you give your life to Christ. It is for every single day. @gretchsaffles #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on FacebookLet the Word transform the way you see Christ. @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcastShare on TwitterShare on Facebook http://ministrysites.s3.amazonaws.com/podcasts/marked/EP7_MARKED.mp3Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSSLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.Episode 6: Brittany MullinsMary Margaret and Brittany talk about Brittany's organization, Beneath the Skin, and their work with young adults and kids in the music scene. They also talk about mentorship and how having mentors and being mentors has marked each of their lives.About Brittany:Brittany Mullins is the Founder/Executive Director for Beneath The Skin. Beneath The Skin is a new nonprofit as the vision of its founder Brittany Mullins. Brittany has a strong desire to serve the fans of the music scene. The majority of these young adults/kids come from broken homes, therefore lacking love and guidance. They don’t feel accepted by their peers, are considered outcasts at school, etc. They then experience depression, anxiety, turn to self-harm to feel physically when emotionally they are numb, experience suicidal thoughts, and an inner brokenness of not being good enough. She had discovered that this need was great, 7 years ago during her first interaction with a fan. This young girl told Brittany her story of abandonment, self-harm, and drug abuse and Brittany knew something had to change. Centered on the music scene, Brittany wants to offer mentors that come from the scene, that have either been through the same struggles and have overcome them, or is passionate about helping others.About Mary MargaretMary Margaret is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling. Links: beneaththeskinonline.orgBrittany’s InstagramBeneath the Skin InstagramLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.Episode 5: Angie SmithAngie talks about some of what has marked her: Seamless, her season of rest, how she never expected the place God led her, staying in her own lane, and reading Scripture for yourself. About Angie:Angie Smith is the wife of Todd Smith (lead singer of the Dove Award winning group Selah), author of I Will Carry You, What Women Fear, and Mended. She is one of the most popular speakers and blog writers in the country. She holds a Master's degree in Developmental Psychology from Vanderbilt University and lives with her husband and daughters in Nashville, TN.About Mary MargaretMary Margaret is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling. Links:SeamlessMore from Angie SmithQuote It:“I’m really open with my kids when I mess up.” – @AngieSmith19 #MarkedPodcast“Your kids will learn more about Jesus in your obedient absence than your disobedient presence.” –@AngieSmith19 #MarkedPodcast“Don’t ever move too far away from reliance on Him.” – @AngieSmith19 #MarkedPodcast“Stay in the lane God has given you.” – @marymargaretc #MarkedPodcast“I have to fight the part of me that wants to make things work.” – @AngieSmith19 #MarkedPodcast“The Word was not written for a couple of select scholars.” –@AngieSmith19 #MarkedPodcastLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

In episode 5, Faith Whatley talks with Jana Magruder, director of Lifeway Kids.To subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, click here.For more information and show notes for this episode, click here.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.Episode 3: Jon JorgensonMary Margaret talks with Jon Jorgenson about handling criticism, bringing light to dark places, how he has been marked through lessons he’s learned through others, and what it means to trust God.ABOUT JON JORGENSONJon is an actor, writer, and speaker most recognized for his work with The Anima Series on YouTube. Throughout his teenage and college years, Jon served as a camp counselor in the Chicago suburbs, which led to him writing his first book, Authentic Love. Since graduating college in 2013, Jon has written two more books, created over 100 videos, and spoken at numerous churches, youth organizations, and colleges all over the country. Jon speaks about creativity, human potential, challenging convention, discipline, and failure. He also writes about it on his blog (www.jonjorgensonblog.com). You can connect with him on Twitter @jonjorgenson, or send him an email (Jonjorgenson3@gmail.com).ABOUT MARY MARGARET COLLINGSWORTHMary Margaret is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling.LinksAuthentic Love BookThe Anima Series“Who You Are” Video“Not Qualified” VideoLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

In episode 4, Faith Whatley talks with Shannon Kozee, an events marketing director for Compassion International. 

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their lives. Each week, Mary Margaret Collingsworth will interview someone who is marked with that hunger, longing, and desire, and encourage listeners to be marked, as well.Episode 3: Amy BurgessMary Margaret talks with Amy Burgess about Amy's year-long family mission trip, mentoring, being a wife and a mom, and sanctification.About AmyAmy Burgess is a wife and mom to five children ages 6 to 18. She has served at First Baptist Church Orlando and in the community of Orlando for 30 years in various capacities. Her most recent adventure was to take her family on a 10-month Mission Trip to Denver, CO to help start Storyline Fellowship in cooperation with First Orlando and NAMB. Amy is just a mom doing life (diapers—not anymore! It DOES end—carpool, lessons, school, football, soccer, youth group, bible study, children's ministry, etc.) with a crazy but very real Jesus whom she adores! Her obsession is for those that He puts in her path to get that real Jesus too ... because she cares and prays.About Mary MargaretMary Margaret is an Event Project Coordinator at Lifeway in Nashville, Tennessee. She coordinates training events for women who lead like YOU Lead and the Women’s Forum. Mary Margaret has served several churches as a Girls Minister and holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has a passion to see young women engaged in ministry and living out their calling. Mary Margaret leads a small group of young adult women at her church and loves reading, a good cup of coffee, cooking, and traveling.Quote It: “When He shows up and pulls me out the mire, I am marked by that.” - @burgessfam7 “Pray, and go for it.” - @burgessfam7 #MARKEDPodcast"You don't get yourself cleaned up before you come to Jesus." - @burgessfam7 #MARKEDPodcast“I don’t want to ever forget that I am constantly in the process of sanctification.” - @burgessfam7 #MARKEDPodcast“Our call is to be passionate about Christ.” - @marymargaretc #MARKEDPodcast“When He calls you, He gives you a desire to do what you're called to do.” - @burgessfam7 #MARKEDPodcastLinkLove Does by Bob Goff Learn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

In episode 3, Faith Whatley talks with Shannon Litton, the president and CEO of 5by5, a marketing and digital agency.