Ep. 161: Rachelle Starr on healing father wounds.
In this powerful episode of the MercyCast, Rachelle Starr joins Raleigh Sadler to discuss human trafficking, father wounds, online exploitation, healing, faith, and the mission of Scarlet Hope. From trauma and burnout to redemption and identity, this conversation explores how mercy, presence, and God’s love can transform lives in the darkest places.
Ep. 158: Genee Francis on staying connected in relationships.
On this episode of the MercyCast, Genee Francis, Assistant Director for Content and Programming at WinShape Marriage, talks about marriage, connection, and the slow drift that can happen in long-term relationships. We explore practical ways to strengthen communication, build healthy rhythms, navigate conflict, and pursue lasting connection through faith, intentionality, and shared purpose.
Ep. 157: Brigitte Shipman on letting go.
In this episode of the MercyCast, I talk with autism advocate and author Brigitte Shipman about caregiving, grief, mental health, self-compassion, and learning to let go. We explore burnout, gratitude, emotional healing, and how pain can shape us into more compassionate guides for others.
Ep. 156: Rebecca Taguma on healing wounds of the heart.
What do you do with pain you can’t fix? In this MercyCast episode, I talk with Rebecca Taguma of the American Bible Society about trauma, healing, and faith. Discover how Scripture meets suffering, why community matters, and how real hope begins in our deepest wounds.
Ep. 155: Brendan McClenahan on loneliness, connection, and creation care.
Creation care meets discipleship in this episode of the MercyCast with Brendan McClenahan of Plant With Purpose. Discover how faith, community, and simple practices like composting can restore lives and neighborhoods. Explore embodied Christianity, environmental stewardship, and the path to deeper connection with God and others.
Ep. 154: Elli Oswald on reimagining child welfare.
Are orphanages really helping vulnerable children? In this powerful episode, Raleigh Sadler and Elli Oswald (Faith to Action) unpack the shift to family-based care and expose the gap between belief and action. Discover why children thrive in families—and how the Church can lead lasting change in global child welfare.
Ep. 153: Jermaine Wilson on going from prison to purpose.
From prison to purpose—Jermaine Wilson’s story will change how you see failure, faith, and second chances. After rejection, setbacks, and a criminal record, he discovered purpose through surrender and resilience. If you feel stuck, this powerful MercyCast episode on redemption, faith, and transformation is for you.
Ep. 152: Telicia Maxwell on the power of vulnerability.
When the world goes quiet at night, most of us feel safe.
But for many women and children, that’s when the hardest questions begin:
Where will I sleep? Who will protect me? Will tomorrow be any different?
A powerful conversation with Telicia Maxwell of My Sister’s House at Atlanta Mission on homelessness, faith, and healing. Discover how vulnerability, trust, and genuine relationships transform lives. Learn why people don’t need fixing—they need to be seen. Listen now for insights on community, service, and lasting change.
Ep. 151: Cally Logan on the power of the quiet moments.
In this episode, I sit down with Cally Logan to talk about trusting God in the quiet, uncertain moments. We explore surrender, identity, and how God works through small steps, detours, and even our mistakes to shape something deeper in us.
Ep. 150: Ryan Tinetti on quiet ambition.
Why does the Bible say to “make it your ambition to live quietly”? In this MercyCast episode, Raleigh Sadler talks with Ryan Tinetti about ambition, anxiety in ministry, vocation, and trusting God in ordinary life. A conversation about faithfulness, quiet obedience, and why small things matter in God’s Kingdom.
Ep. 149: Mark Buchanan on quiet heroism, vulnerability, and our true allegiance.
In this episode, Raleigh Sadler interviews Mark Buchanan about What Is Left of the Night and the true story of Le Chambon, where 900 villagers sheltered 2,500 Jewish refugees during WWII. Discover how scripture-shaped courage, costly obedience, and radical hospitality challenge modern ideology and invite us into vulnerable, transformative faith today.
Ep. 137: Jen Thompson on compassion, vulnerability, and controversial holidays.
This week, Jen Thompson is back! We tackle history, Halloween, identity, the joys of f’uncle hood, real friendship, boundaries, masks, vulnerability, awkwardness and the reality of Grace.
We discuss the challenges of being honest and open in a world that often values superficial interactions. We reflect on the difference between perfectionism and godliness, emphasizing the freedom that comes from understanding one's identity in Christ. So many topics with one truth driving them all. Grace frees you to be truly human. Tune in.