86 | God Is Not Finished With You Yet: Solo Travel After Fifty with Travel Coach Cheryl Esch Part 2

Have you ever dreamed of taking a trip on your own but wondered if it was safe, practical, or even something God would want for you?

This episode is part two of our interview with solo travel coach Cheryl Esch, talking about the freedom, growth, and adventure that can come from traveling on your own as a Christian woman over fifty. Cheryl shares how to choose the right destination, create a purpose-filled and spirit-led journey, overcome the fears that hold many women back, and travel with greater confidence.

Plus, you'll hear Cheryl's favorite destination, her best travel tips, and one of her memorable travel stories.

If you've ever felt the tug to explore new places, discover new possibilities, and embrace the next season of life with courage and faith, this episode is for you.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

At the young age of 9, Cheryl’s world of travel opened up when her family took a 5-week road trip in an RV across the US, exploring the many National Parks. Later in her early 20’s, she would carry that adventurous spirit into a 4-week backpacking trip through Europe. Her freedom travels continued throughout her 20’s but then marriage and kids put a pause on that lifestyle. After 20 years of dedicating her life to her family, Cheryl started to travel again at age 50. Travel at this season of her life was more life changing then previous travels. It presented opportunities to build her confidence back, be self-reliant, grow and heal from several past traumas, grief and loss. Discovering the transformational power of travel personally has prompted Cheryl to encourage other women to experience solo travel and created a one-on-one travel coaching program for Christian women 50+.

Connect with Cheryl Esch:

Solo Travel Adventures podcast

Instagram @solotraveladventures50

www.cherylbeckesch.com

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://christianlongevity.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

85 | God Is Not Finished With You Yet: Solo Travel After Fifty with Travel Coach Cheryl Esch Part 1

Have you ever dreamed of taking a trip on your own but wondered if it was safe, practical, or even something God would want for you?

In this episode, we sit down with solo travel coach Cheryl Esch to talk about the freedom, growth, and adventure that can come from traveling on your own as a Christian woman over fifty. Cheryl shares how to choose the right destination, create a purpose-filled and spirit-led journey, overcome the fears that hold many women back, and travel with greater confidence.

Plus, you'll hear Cheryl's favorite destination, her best travel tips, and one of her memorable travel stories.

If you've ever felt the tug to explore new places, discover new possibilities, and embrace the next season of life with courage and faith, this episode is for you.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

At the young age of 9, Cheryl’s world of travel opened up when her family took a 5-week road trip in an RV across the US, exploring the many National Parks. Later in her early 20’s, she would carry that adventurous spirit into a 4-week backpacking trip through Europe. Her freedom travels continued throughout her 20’s but then marriage and kids put a pause on that lifestyle. After 20 years of dedicating her life to her family, Cheryl started to travel again at age 50. Travel at this season of her life was more life changing then previous travels. It presented opportunities to build her confidence back, be self-reliant, grow and heal from several past traumas, grief and loss. Discovering the transformational power of travel personally has prompted Cheryl to encourage other women to experience solo travel and created a one-on-one travel coaching program for Christian women 50+.

Connect with Cheryl Esch:

Solo Travel Adventures podcast

Instagram @solotraveladventures50

www.cherylbeckesch.com

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://christianlongevity.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

84 | The Burn the Haystack Dating Method Part 2

In today’s episode, we continue our discussion of the Burned Haystack Dating method.

What if you could spot dangerous men on dating apps? And you could weed out a lot of Mr. Wrongs too? The burned haystack dating method claims to do just that. And the method isn’t just for dating. You can use it for other areas of your life too.

Have you heard about the Burned Haystack Dating Method? After watching an interview about spotting dangerous men on dating apps and digging into the bestselling book behind the movement, we found insights that could save you time, heartache, and possibly even protect you from harm.

While we don't share the author's worldview, we do believe there are valuable lessons here for women navigating today's dating landscape. Join us as we discuss practical ways to identify red flags, protect your heart, and approach online dating with wisdom, discernment, and confidence.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

The Secret Skill to Spot Dangerous Men on Dating Apps, Kerry McAvoy, PhD. https://youtu.be/VfwNh55oAf8?si=oDY3fG1R96gAJo7p

1 Peter 5:8

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://christianlongevity.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

83 | The Burn the Haystack Dating Method Part 1

What if you could spot dangerous men on dating apps? And you could weed out a lot of Mr. Wrongs too? The burned haystack dating method claims to do just that. And the method isn’t just for dating. You can use it for other areas of your life too.

Have you heard about the Burned Haystack Dating Method? After watching an interview about spotting dangerous men on dating apps and digging into the bestselling book behind the movement, we found insights that could save you time, heartache, and possibly even protect you from harm.

While we don't share the author's worldview, we do believe there are valuable lessons here for women navigating today's dating landscape. Join us as we discuss practical ways to identify red flags, protect your heart, and approach online dating with wisdom, discernment, and confidence.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

The Secret Skill to Spot Dangerous Men on Dating Apps, Kerry McAvoy, PhD. https://youtu.be/VfwNh55oAf8?si=oDY3fG1R96gAJo7p

Clear, James. (2018) Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. (paid link) https://amzn.to/3Gj9JzK

Rubin, Jordan and Axe, Dr. Josh. (2025) The Biblio Diet. (paid link) https://amzn.to/4anaLXk

1 Peter 5:8

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://christianlongevity.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

82 | Imagining Your Perfect Day

Ellie and Janine

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Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://christianlongevity.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

81 | A Widow’s Story: An Interview with Sandy Hancock Part 2

In this Part 2 episode of Jesus People Sisterhood, we discuss faith and loss. Join us for a conversation with a widow who has followed Jesus most of her life and shares what it was like to walk through the loss of her husband.

This is a grounded, thoughtful conversation for single Christian women over 50 who know that loss doesn’t come with easy answers—and that faith can be both strong and tested at the same time.

If you’re navigating grief, change, or a season you didn’t expect, you’ll find wisdom, clarity, and quiet encouragement here.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Sandy Hancock is from San Antonio, Texas. She has 7 children from 2 marriages. The first ended in divorce with 1 child. The second with 6 children resulted in widowhood. God has been with her through everything since she was saved 50 years ago. He has answered her in ways she didn’t know she would need.

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

80 | A Widow’s Story: An Interview with Sandy Hancock Part 1

In this episode of Jesus People Sisterhood, we discuss faith and loss. Join us for a conversation with a widow who has followed Jesus most of her life and shares what it was like to walk through the loss of her husband.

This is a grounded, thoughtful conversation for single Christian women over 50 who know that loss doesn’t come with easy answers—and that faith can be both strong and tested at the same time.

If you’re navigating grief, change, or a season you didn’t expect, you’ll find wisdom, clarity, and quiet encouragement here.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Sandy Hancock is from San Antonio, Texas. She has 7 children from 2 marriages. The first ended in divorce with 1 child. The second with 6 children resulted in widowhood. God has been with her through everything since she was saved 50 years ago. He has answered her in ways she didn’t know she would need.

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://christianlongevity.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

79 | Reviewing 2025 to Make 2026 Great! Part 3

As single women over 50, we don’t get many invitations to pause, reflect, and realign before the next year rushes in.

In this episode of Jesus People Sisterhood, we’re riffing on a powerful conversation from the Diary of a CEO episode featuring Chris Williamson, where he asks one sobering question: If you don’t fix certain things now, is next year already lost?

We take that idea and bring it home—into real life, real faith, and real seasons of singleness after 50.

This isn’t about hustle, grinding, or making 2026 “bigger and better.” It’s about gently looking back at 2025 and asking:

• What drained me?
• What did I tolerate that quietly shaped my life?
• Where was God nudging me… and did I listen?
• What do I want to carry forward, and what do I need to finally lay down?

We talk honestly about regret, hope, faith fatigue, and the freedom that comes from reflection without shame. If you’ve felt like time is moving fast—or that you’re being invited into a new chapter but aren’t sure how to step into it—this conversation is for you.

As 2026 begins, let’s make sure we’re entering it awake, grounded, and walking with God—on purpose.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Modern Wisdom Annual Review Template https://chriswillx.com/review/

Instagram links:

http://instagram.com/p/DSfxqO2grrn/?igsh=MmZyZXExMm1rN2l0&img_index=6

https://www.instagram.com/p/DRuH6AXjhtj/?img_index=8&igsh=ZG55dnFiZHd6ZTBo

https://www.instagram.com/p/DSmicEcEqsT/?img_index=6&igsh=MWdzYm83Yjd3dGdwcw%3D%3D

https://www.instagram.com/p/DSyUbDijJKM/?igsh=NDF1aHpqczU4Ymhu

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com