From industrial and management engineering to onboarding and company policies, Lucia Cook has always been motivated by a deep desire to make things better. In this episode, we learn how Lucia lives out the meaning of her name “light” in all aspects of her life. From being a light to those at work to clinging to light in the darker days of her story, Lucia is grounded in her faith in a God of light and love.

Lucia’s drive to help others both see and achieve their potential is contagious. Listen to this week’s episode to be inspired to “touch the clouds” and not be afraid to dream big.

Presented by ⁠⁠⁠Faith Co-Op⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Unlearn Everything And Live⁠⁠⁠

Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.

Helping people thrive and be the best version of themselves - this is what Ian Cochran seeks to do as he develops a people-first culture as the Director of HR and IT at Metalworking Solutions, a custom sheet metal fabrication company.

Drawn to the intersection of business and people, Ian shares what it looks like to care holistically for his employees, helping them find roles that fit and fulfill them, and in doing so, helping the company flourish.

Listen to the full story on the latest episode of the Weekday Saints Podcast.

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Born and raised in Chattanooga, Stephanie McIntyre now works at the Chattanooga Housing Authority working very closely with families and seniors to support their daily needs. Stephanie sees her work serving others as ministry, sharing the aroma of Christ as she serves, listens, and advocates for her residents.

What anchors Stephanie in her work is the compassion she has for people because of the love she’s experienced from God. Knowing that her worth is not in what she produces, or what she has or hasn’t done, has given her freedom to love others because of who they are, made in the image of God.

Presented by ⁠⁠⁠Faith Co-Op⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Unlearn Everything And Live⁠⁠⁠

Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.

In this episode, Artez MacLaughlin shares about his work with On Point where he gets to mentor young people in schools through academic support, life skills, and social and emotional learning. In his 12 years with the organization, Artez has intentionally cared for and listened to youth, using his passions to serve those around him.

Yet Artez has a passion and a gifting for mentoring that goes beyond his 9-5. In this conversation, he introduces his own venture, IAM Solutions, where he comes alongside married couples, youth ,and families to help them discover what their specific gifts are so they can live more fully into who God created them to be.

Artez knows his gifts and his passions and humbly offers them in service to others, and we hope you’ll be encouraged to lean into your own as you hear his story.

Presented by ⁠⁠⁠Faith Co-Op⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Unlearn Everything And Live⁠⁠⁠

Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.

Angie Wynn’s story is one that weaves two vocations together so beautifully that you can’t help but to see the hand of God. She has dual careers in physical therapy and Christian counseling, and in getting to know her it is clear that Angie has a heart and disposition for healing and caring. Listen to this episode to hear how Angie’s faith in God roots all that she does in a deep confidence that God is always at work through his people.

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Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.

This week, Lawrence Sheffield shares his journey from firefighter to woodworker to blue collar workforce training. He discusses the importance of culture and core values in business, and shares his passion for developing both workers and the companies that employ them.

Lawrence emphasizes the vital role blue collar workers play in society and the need for retaining talent and fostering growth. He is a humble visionary with a heart for coming alongside others to develop them as people, helping them see that their work is part of living out their calling.

Presented by ⁠⁠⁠Faith Co-Op⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Unlearn Everything And Live⁠⁠⁠

Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.

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In this week’s episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Rodney Cameron. Rodney is a man who cares deeply for others and is always seeking to meet the needs of those around him. Whether it’s through his daily work at Roper, his words of hope to the younger men he mentors, or his interactions with his son, he serves with a deep desire for others to know their identity as sons and daughters of God.

Listen to this episode to hear how Rodney beautifully takes the truths of the gospel and imagines what that look like in his everyday life and in the people around him. It’s a conversation focused on the power of words, creativity and imagination.

Presented by ⁠⁠⁠Faith Co-Op⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Unlearn Everything And Live⁠⁠⁠

Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.

In this episode of the Weekday Saints podcast, Shannon Stewart shares her journey from Paducah, Kentucky, to Chattanooga, Tennessee, where she currently works as the Catering Manager at Niedlov's Bakery.

Shannon brings life and energy wherever she goes, and her love for people and her desire to hear their stories shines brightly through our conversation. She talks about the challenges of moving to a new city, how God deepened her trust in him through transition, and how she’s embraced how she's uniquely created to be - giving her eyes to see the beauty in the unique stories of those around her.

Listen in to this conversation that highlights the importance of empathy, hope, and a company culture rooted in hospitality.

Presented by ⁠⁠⁠Faith Co-Op⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Unlearn Everything And Live⁠⁠⁠

Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Patina Film Co.