Neighbors with Ali Parsons

Episode 50: Don't Turn Your Heart Off with Michael and Ashley Olson

Do you feel like you live life so full and fast you barely have time for relationships that truly matter? Relationships like your spouse, kids, friends, etc. Like everyone is getting your leftovers? This conversation is one that will surely inspire you back to that abiding place in whatever relationships you find yourself in. Michael and Ashley have walked through many seasons and continuing to show up for each other, their boys, and their community has proven to be the most worthy calling apart from pursuing Jesus with all they are made of.
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Episode 49: Just Start with Ben Williams

If you want some refreshing honesty, this one is for you. If you've ever felt the tension between having goals vs being faithful with what God has right in front of you, this one is for you. And if you want some truths to help you be a better human, this one is for you. 
 
Pastor Ben Williams is the Culture and Creative Arts Pastor at The Church of Eleven22. He has been walking with people for a long time and has a gift in being able to see right through all the fronts to the real thing going on under the surface. 
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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Episode 48: Jesus in a Strip Club with Tami Taunton

Yeah, you read that right. Tami Taunton, the founder of Hadassah's Hope, believes that all people should hear the good news of the gospel, and all people includes strippers. Each week, her ministry loves on girls in the clubs, leads bible studies, and even ministers to the bouncers and club owners. 
Tami was your classic stay at home mom - loving her husband and raising babies unto the glory of God . Until one day, God blew all of that up and led Tami to start serving a group of people largely looked over or disregarded. 
This conversation is inspiring and you may just find yourself bringing Jesus to a strip club near you. 
To follow along with Hadassah's Hope: @hadassahshope or hadassahshope.com
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 47: From Prison to Pastor with Walker Day

From addict to jail to homeless to jail again to radically saved to cleaning toilets at the church to pastor, Walker Day’s story is one of darkness to light. His candid and authentic personality paired with his heart for the farthest, most broken people is magnetic. Woven through his story are countless lessons from the Lord and questions we all should wrestle through. This conversation will inspire you to go after whatever little thing God has put in front of you right now and to never miss an opportunity to love those people on the fringes. 
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To join our Patreon community, The Neighborhood, go to: www.patreon.com/neighborspodcast
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 46: Another Emergency Room Visit

Well, Caitlin and I are back with more ridiculousness than ever. Yes, I had another random injury with a trip to the ER and yes, now I have a good story. Yes, Caitlin has an ANCIENT iPhone and yes, we study an incredibly obscure passage of scripture and it's all just FUN. Also, this is a sneak peak of one of our Patreon episodes (aka what you could be getting more of every week)
To join our Patreon community, The Neighborhood, go to: www.patreon.com/neighborspodcast
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 45: Fighting Distraction with Ryan Britt

Today's guest is one of the smartest men in my life. Pastor Ryan Britt is the Executive Pastor of the Church of Eleven22. His giftings in leadership and teaching others how to lead well are a rare gift. We walk through SO many topics from the myth of self love, the Enemy's schemes to distract us from purpose, and how to lead and love well. This episode is so timely for the new year as it will give us handles and riverbanks as we set goals, make changes, etc. in order to stay Christ centered and mission focused.
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To hear more from Pastor Britt, you can catch him on the Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin podcast weekly (he remains wiser than us all and does not have social media)
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 44: Our Big Christmas Announcement

It's official, we're launching a Patreon!! And if you have no clue what that is, it's basically an online community where you'll get bonus Neighbors content from Caitlin and I for a small monthly subscription. We'll talk real life - the good, the bad, the hilarious. You'll get a weekly podcast of Caitlin and I exclusive to our Patreon members, plus early access to future merch and events. We cannot wait to take Neighbors to the Neighborhood. For more info or to join, go to www.patreon.com/neighborspodcast 
And finally, Merry Christmas! What a joy it has been to be a part of your podcast line up this year and we are so excited for what 2025 has in store. Now enjoy some laughs (and snorts) from Caitlin and I as we unpack all things Christmas, New Years, and ridiculous Christmas headwear. 
See you in 2025! 
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Episode 43: Are You an Overcomer? with Matt Chandler

In the past few years, has the world (or maybe your life) felt unstable, uncertain, or unsettled? Turns out, you aren't alone. This week we talk with Pastor Matt Chandler about his newest book, The Overcomers, and how the book of Revelation gives us so much hope and assurance in a broken and skeptical world.
Matt has the ability to peel back the layers of humanity and lay on the hope of Jesus in a way that is funny, relatable, and packed with hard hitting truths and wisdom. This is a conversation for anyone ready for a fresh wind of purpose and direction.
To follow along with Pastor Matt Chandler: @mattchandler74
To buy his new book: https://pastormattchandler.com/books/the-overcomers/
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 42: It's Hard Being Different with Joby and Reagan Martin

This week we were joined by an incredible father/daughter duo, Pastor Joby Martin and his daughter Reagan. Pastor Joby is the lead pastor at the Church of Eleven22 and just released his third book, Run Over by the Grace Train. Reagan just turned 15 and is navigating what it looks to be a believer in a secular world. Together, they give an honest look at the world we live in, the hope we cling to because of Jesus Christ, and how to do it all together. 
You can follow along with Pastor Joby: @jobypmartin
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 41: Sometimes Life Just Hurts with Scott + Morgan Parks

We all face suffering. Whether it’s past, present, or coming. Suffering is a guarantee in the life of a Christian. Scott and Morgan Parks experienced a season of suffering and, amidst the hurt, decided to leverage it for the glory of God. We unpack their story of loss, their unique healing journeys - the good, the bad, and the ugly, and we talk about how God inspired their boutique as  a platform to love other people walking through loss.
 
Our conversation is hard, but needed. If you’re hurting or you haven’t healed from past hurt, I hope you feel seen, loved, and encouraged today. I hope Jesus draws you into His healing wings and you find rest for your soul there. And don’t hurt alone. 
 
Be sure to check out the Parks’ amazinggggg boutique: @shopteddyrose
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com