In this episode of the 323 Podcast, we sit down with Luke and Justin Lowenfield of Casa Auto Group to talk about faith, family, and leadership across generations.

Casa began in 1969 with their grandfather, Wally Lowenfield, and today it is being led by the third generation with a deep commitment to service, unity, and putting people first. Luke and Justin share stories about growing up in a family business, learning from strong role models, and leading through seasons of growth while staying rooted in their values.

We talk about servant leadership, building culture across multiple locations, integrating faith at work, and what it really takes for a family business to last beyond three generations. This conversation is a powerful reminder that when faith leads the way, work becomes a form of worship.

Andy Frecka’s journey has taken him from Ohio to Russia and now to El Paso, with more than two decades spent as a missionary, entrepreneur, and communicator. As station manager of KELP Radio and host of 915 Talk, Andy shares how God has shaped his calling through ministry, business, and life behind the microphone.

In this episode, Andy reflects on tent making, leadership across cultures, and what it means to live out faith in everyday work. He talks about stepping into responsibility before feeling fully prepared, building community through Christian media, and learning to serve a city with humility and hospitality. This conversation is an honest look at trusting God’s direction and showing up faithfully in the season you are in.

Mark Duches has taken a winding path through engineering, logistics, marketing, and entrepreneurship, only to discover how God was preparing him all along. As the founder of Elevate Gym and Elevate Equipment in El Paso, Mark shares how faith, discipline, and resilience shape the way he leads people and builds businesses.

In this conversation, we talk about trusting God’s direction, stepping out of corporate life, leading teams well, and why fitness, faith, and consistency are deeply connected. Mark reflects on problem solving as a calling, servant leadership, and what it takes to stay strong inside and out while carrying responsibility as a business owner, father, and follower of Jesus.

Amy Minjarez reflects on what it means to answer a calling in the workplace. From supporting seniors and families to building a strong team of caregivers, she shares how faith influences her leadership and daily decisions. This episode is a reminder that business can be a powerful way to serve others.

In this episode, we sit down with Linda Gonzalez Hensgen, interim executive director of Family Service of El Paso. Linda shares how her long career serving students and families shaped the way she leads today, and how her faith has guided her through seasons of change. She talks about the work of Family Service, the mental health needs of our community, and what it means to support people with kindness and honesty. This warm and thoughtful conversation is a reminder that our work can honor God and bring hope to others.

Richie Hatch’s path to entrepreneurship has been anything but typical, from Marine Corps deployments to teaching Krav Maga to now launching Jungle Driving School here in El Paso. In this conversation, Richie shares how years spent training people in situational awareness shaped the way he now prepares teens and adults to navigate the roads with confidence. He talks about Jungle’s creative, mission-driven approach to driver education and why reducing accidents isn't just good business, it’s a way to bless the entire Borderplex community.

Richie also opens up about the discernment, setbacks, and spiritual growth that led him into franchising after the closing his self-defense gym during COVID. He reflects on learning to ask God to close doors, embracing the courage required to start again, and leading a company built on trust. For any Christian business owner or leader who’s ever faced uncertainty or felt the pull toward something new, Richie’s story offers a grounded look at faith-guided decision-making, resilience, and calling.

If you’re curious about purpose-driven entrepreneurship, safer roads for our community, or how everyday work becomes an act of worship, this is a conversation worth hearing.