🔥 Firestarters Podcast – Season 2, Episode 3
Guest: Jennifer Shook
Title: Breaking the Silence: Healing from Hidden Pain with Jennifer Shook

Episode Summary:
In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, Hilary sits down with Inner Healing Mentor, Christian Life Coach, and Speaker Jennifer Shook to explore what it looks like to find hope in the midst of hidden heartache. Jennifer shares her personal journey and the sacred work she now does to help women heal from addiction, betrayal, and family crises—especially those who feel unseen and unheard within their own church communities.

This episode is a breath of fresh air for women who love God but are secretly carrying heavy burdens. Jennifer talks about the dangers of religious performance, the freedom that comes through authenticity, and how inner healing prayer can transform shame into restoration. You’ll walk away encouraged, seen, and reminded that your pain does not disqualify you—it can become the very place where Jesus meets you most tenderly.

In This Episode, You'll Hear:

• Jennifer’s story of walking through personal and family pain

• Why so many women feel isolated in their suffering, especially in the church

• The difference between religious striving and true freedom in Christ

• What inner healing prayer is—and why it’s life-changing

• How to begin processing grief and rediscovering your identity in Jesus

Connect with Jennifer Shook:
🌐 Website: www.jennifershook.com
📱 Instagram: @jennifershook
📘 Facebook: Jennifer Galbraith Shook

🎧 Listen now and share this episode with a friend who needs to know they’re not alone. Healing is possible, and freedom is closer than you think.

In this inspiring episode of the Firestarters Podcast, we sit down with Genee Carr, the powerhouse COO of Brown Tings, a brand dedicated to elevating Black and Brown skin with luxury, culture, and care. Genee shares her remarkable journey—from experiencing homelessness to building a thriving business—and how trusting in the sovereignty of God has carried her through every season of life.

If you've ever felt like you're walking through a wilderness season, this episode will encourage you to trust God's provision, lean into your calling, and step boldly into the purpose He has for you.

🔥 How Genee went from homelessness to business ownership
🔥 The role of faith and resilience in her entrepreneurial journey
🔥 How Brown Tings is being rebranded and why
🔥 The power of trusting God’s timing and provision
🔥 Encouragement for entrepreneurs navigating tough seasons

Connect with Genee Carr:

✨ Website: Brown Tings
✨ Instagram: browntingsofficial
✨ Facebook: browntingsofficial

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🔥 Now it’s your turn—how has God shown His sovereignty in your journey? Share with us on social media and tag us! 🔥

In this episode of Firestarters Podcast, we sit down with Misty Fitch, an inspiring author, speaker, and occasional podcaster, to explore how we can feel confident and comfortable diving into God’s Word. Misty shares her journey from teaching high school English, Spanish, and creative writing for 15 years to founding Fearfully Made Ministries. Her heart for expository teaching shines as she explains how she brings the Bible to life through her speaking engagements, books, and podcast My Beautiful Chaos.

We also discuss:

• The importance of making God’s Word accessible and relatable.
• How to approach Scripture with confidence, no matter where you are in your faith journey.
• Misty’s experience as an author and what inspired her to start Fearfully Made Ministries.
• Practical tips for staying grounded in God’s Word amidst the chaos of life.

Whether you’re a seasoned Bible reader or just beginning, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped to deepen your relationship with God through His Word.

Guest Bio:
Misty Fitch is an author, speaker, and occasional podcaster with a passion for helping people feel confident in reading and understanding God’s Word. With a bachelor’s degree in English and Spanish and a master’s in education administration, Misty taught high school English, Spanish, and creative writing for 15 years. She is the founder of Fearfully Made Ministries and the host of the podcast My Beautiful Chaos. Misty uses her expository teaching style to make Scripture come alive, whether at conferences, retreats, or events.

For more about Misty, visit her website at www.MistyFitch.com. For speaking or interview inquiries, email her at Connect@mistyfitch.com.

Resources Mentioned:

• Fearfully Made Ministries: www.MistyFitch.com
• My Beautiful Chaos podcast

Connect with Misty:

• Website: www.MistyFitch.com
• Email: Connect@mistyfitch.com

Connect with Hilary Morris:

• Instagram: @Firestarterscommunity
• Facebook: @Hilary.Morris
• Website: www.hilarymorris.net

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In this episode of Firestarters, we welcome Ashley Mikkelsen, the passionate Spanish teacher and blogger behind Srta Spanish. Ashley shares her journey into blogging, which began with her inspiration from other teachers on social media. What started as a way to contribute to the conversation has turned into a fulfilling space to share classroom resources and reflect on what has worked in her teaching.

Ashley also opens up about the importance of discerning God’s will in her vocation. She reflects on how she balances the roles of teacher and mom while serving the community of Spanish teachers, especially those working in Christian settings. With a strong focus on language acquisition research, Ashley creates resources that not only foster language skills but also encourage the following of Christ in every interaction and lesson.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• The inspiration behind starting Srta Spanish and the journey of building a blog.
• How Ashley navigates the delicate balance between teaching, blogging, and motherhood.
• Discerning God's will and reflecting on your vocation, especially in educational settings.
• Serving others through the work you're called to, particularly in Christian contexts.
• Using language acquisition research to build resources that integrate faith and teaching.

This episode is a powerful reminder of how our work, whether in the classroom or elsewhere, can be a reflection of our faith and a means of serving others.

Connect with Ashley Mikkelsen:

• Website: Srta Spanish
• Instagram: @srta_spanish

Join the Firestarters community:

• Subscribe to Firestarters on your favorite podcast platform!
• Follow us on social media for updates and more inspiring conversations.

Tune in for a conversation that will encourage you to discern your own calling and serve others with your gifts, just as Ashley is doing in her work with Spanish teachers and students!

So excited to share today's guest, Tanya Gioia. She helps Christ-centered women navigate their husband's addiction. In this episode, she shares how she struggled to maintain control, and finally, at Christmas time, she surrendered. See how your story and your struggles can equip you to help others.

Connect with Tanya here.

Today's Firestarter is Amber Johnson, aka B.E.E. Channel, which stands for Blessing, Edifying, & Encouraging Others to Live Their Best Lives. She's a caregiver, blogger, and podcaster. She's sharing her story today of how God called her into nursing and caretaking in the most unique and loving way. If you've ever had to be a care taker for a loved one or you can see that journey beginning in your near future, then lean in. May we all have the opportunity to serve those in the same way they've served us. Amber's mission is to spread the love, light, and hope of God with every post.

Connect with Amber:

Website

Instagram

In this week's episode my friend Jan Touchberry is joining us to share her wisdom as a Firestarter. She's a Jesus-loving, native Texas, living in DFW. Wife to John, mom of 4 and "LaLa" to 3 (so far). She's mildly obsessed with Survivor (yes - She's seen every episode), personality tests (where are my "Green" Enneagram 8s at?) and have more than a little bit of a sweet tooth (she's working on that.)
In 2013 she started her first business and became obsessed with starting businesses and helping others do the same. She is the owner and founder of The Brand Collaborative, specializing in website design, visual branding, and podcast management (but we do a LOT of things).
In her "other life," she's in full-time vocational ministry and love serving the local church in whatever capacity God chooses to use her.

Connect with Jan:

thebrandcollaborative.co Her Faith at Work Podcast Untwisting Scripture Podcast

Sina Constantine is Norwegian born to Sri Lankan parents, and currently living in Australia. She's working as a Mental Health and relationships Counsellor, as well as founding Virtue Ministry - an educational ministry focused on adult human formation and healthy relationships founded on the Virtues. Stina felt called by God to move to Australia as an 18yr old and became the first coloured young female city ambassador for the city of Wagga Wagga under the title (Miss Wagga Wagga 2019) and was then faced with a 3 year unjust deportation battle.

In this week's episode she's going to share what it means to be called to work your "plot" of God's vinyard along with all it's challenges and blessings.

Connect with Stina:

Website

Podcast

Instagram for Ministry

Instagram for Stina

Facebook