MizAdventures with Friends
With this podcast, you will hear the perspectives of people just like you who invest in their friendships on all levels of interaction. Meet Miz Mel's friends who have journeyed through life with her and enjoy hearing their shared adventures. Whether by accident, work, community, school, or adventure, friendships keep us grounded and honest. Friends are for a season, a lifetime, or an eternity. Explore with us these conversations about friendship, life, and the occasional mission for the cause of Christ. MizAdventures with Friends supports the mission of spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all people .
Episodes
30 episodes
Where Have You Been, Miz Mel?
Listen in for an update on the podcast.
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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2:27
Mission Minded with Marcia
From self-professed weekend hippy to fervent follower of Christ, Marcia shares her journey with us and unwraps the joys of forty plus years of service with mission organizations all over the world. Check out her book, To Timbuktu and Beyond: A ...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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41:33
Mission Minded with Byron
What can mission work look like? Could be as simple as balloon animals and counting Tic Tacs! Whatever God needs done will be apparent if we listen. Byron and Miz Mel encourage listeners who may be considering a mission team experience.
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:00:16
Mission Minded with Grant
We chat with Grant Haynes the founder of Global Frontier Missions and address the questions of what is missions, what is discipleship, how do we approach people who are culturally different, and much more. Grant shares his journey in following ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:09:53
Mission Minded with Haley, part 2
To be Mission Minded usually means you have an interest in seeing God's Kingdom grow; but when that interest grows into unbounded enthusiasm it just can't be contained and you have to get involved. Join the conversation with Haley and share in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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33:11
Mission Minded with Haley, part 1
To be Mission Minded usually means you have an interest in seeing God's Kingdom grow; but when that interest grows into unbounded enthusiasm it just can't be contained and you have to get involved. Join the conversation with Haley and share in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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41:36
Mission Minded with Sarah
Words of encouragement from Sarah as we explore the meaning of Christian missions, what it means to be an image bearer of God, and why it is important to abide in Christ whether stepping out in front line missions or being the support system fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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39:31
Mission Minded with Cindy
There's a mission that isn't impossible. What is it? Whose responsibility is it? Why should it concern you? Join Miz Mel as she and her new friend, Cindy, launch a new topic series that may very well mean the world to you.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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55:26
A Chat with Hali
Always a pleasure to have someone much younger as a guest especially one who relates friendship to being fiercely loyal, honest, and curious. Strong in faith and strong in friendship...well that's Hali. Enjoy!
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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49:02
A Chat with Kaori
Admittedly this was a hard episode to share because it was so special to Miz Mel to reconnect with her long ago friend from Japan. When was the last time you connected with someone far away or from long ago? A short video call can bring back so...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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46:14
Oh Man, It's Time for Roy S2:E6
Always a great friend to cut up with or have a serious conversation with...that's Roy. With friendships that span continents, Roy shares just how special and important friends can be. He also gives an update on a recent mission trip to Costa Ri...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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45:08
A Chat with Tami
Life changes can directly impact our friendships. Miz Mel and her friend, Tami, discuss the positives of life altering decisions and the changes of perspective on friendship that can result.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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44:33
A Chat with Cindy
Ever wonder what friendships are like for our wonderful older relatives when they find themselves adjusting to leaving their home and living in a new community? Miz Mel chats with Cindy, a marketing director for an assisted living community and...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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36:21
A Chat with Paula
What is it like to feel you've always been friends with someone yet you've never really sat down and talked? Paula and Miz Mel only met in passing at camp but the bond was there. So they took time to chat about friendship and test the waters on...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:37
A Chat with the Queen of the Range (Joanne)
Yep...another camp friend. Joanne led our archery program for many years and after her camp days decided to build her own camp of sorts. A future episode will explore that venture in detail but for now enjoy the fun of old friends getting real ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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49:38
A Chat with Jody
Yes, co-workers can become good friends! Even remote employees. And it's sweeter when the friendship lasts after both have left the place of employment. Bonus in this episode is information on Jody's venture/ministry with a martial arts t...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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33:16
A Chat with Lauren & Avonlea, part 2
Part 2 of a fantastic conversation about a deep friendship. Emotions run the spectrum in this episode with two wonderful young women who are special to Miz Mel.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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45:34
A Chat with Lauren & Avonlea, part 1
Part 1 of a fantastic conversation about a deep friendship. Emotions run the spectrum in this episode with two wonderful young women who are special to Miz Mel.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:54
A Latte Chat with Kim
We decided to try recording this episode with long-time friend, Kim, in one of our favorite coffee shops. Unfortunately the sound quality is less than desirable but we hope you'll pour a cup or drive through for a cup and enjoy our chat.
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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35:48
A Chat Plein Air With Kate
If you're chilly from November weather we invite you to join Miz Mel and her friend, Kate, for the final episode that was recorded at summer camp. The birds were chirping, the canoes were paddling, the kids were splashing, and the sweat was gli...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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32:50
A Chat with Moo
With a nickname like "Moo", you know someone has been a friend for a long time. Although we've only been face to face twice in the last forty-five years, we pick up and laugh like it was just yesterday. That's what makes friendship fun.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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39:35
A Chat with Denise
Ever welcoming. Ever smiling. I thoroughly enjoyed our foray into our discussion on friendship.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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44:15
A Chat Plein Air with Danielle
Wise. Compassionate. Grounded. Insightful. A Ray of Sunshine. All these words and more describe my friend, Danielle. Another strong, long-distance, camp-initiated friendship.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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29:46