Episode 17: Scott Schell – Loss, Faith, and Answering the Call

Sometimes life leads you down a path you never expected. In Episode 17 of Rod & Chris: Unqualified and Unsupervised, we're joined by Scott Schell, whose journey took him from the business world to the pulpit. But long before becoming a pastor, Scott experienced heartbreaking loss as several of his close friends died during the AIDS epidemic—a time when fear, misunderstanding, and stigma often left people grieving in silence.

Scott shares how those losses shaped his faith, changed his perspective on compassion, and ultimately influenced his decision to answer God's call into ministry. We talk about grief, purpose, friendship, and what it means to simply be present for people when life falls apart.

This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and full of hope. Whether you've experienced loss yourself, wrestled with questions of faith, or wondered how difficult seasons can lead to unexpected purpose, Scott's story offers encouragement and perspective.

In this episode you'll hear:

• How Scott's career shifted from business to ministry
• What it was like losing several close friends during the AIDS epidemic
• How grief and loss strengthened his compassion for others
• The role faith played in navigating life's hardest moments
• Why simply showing up for someone can make all the difference
• How purpose can emerge from seasons of heartbreak

If this conversation resonates with you, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who could use a reminder that hope can still be found—even after tremendous loss.

Music Credits Music: "Sergio's Magic Dustbin" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/