https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ARISE-E36.mp3 Lucy Westlake has been climbing mountains since she could walk. With a deep love for the outdoors and a the ability to push physical and mental limits to new heights, this 18-year-old adventurer has her sight set on breaking records for God’s glory. Join Lisa as she chats with Lucy about her quest to become the youngest female to complete the Explorers Grand Slam, her passion for making safe drinking water accessible to all, and how her faith in Christ is at the root of all her goals and accomplishment ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Arise-Freedom-Challenge-Part-2.mp3Join Lisa DaSilva and director of The Freedom Challenge, Tracy Daugherty, as they talk about their new Bible study and what it was like to join forces and write it TOGETHER. This is the second episode in a two part series. Get your copy of What the Lord Requires: A Six Week Study of Micah 6:8 and find tips and printable Bible Study Discussion Questions for leading your own small group here. Proceeds from the sale of this book will support The Freedom Challenge in i ..read more

  https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/034-What-the-Lord-Requires-with-Tracy-Daugherty.mp3Join Lisa DaSilva and director of The Freedom Challenge, Tracy Daugherty, as they reveal their new Bible study and talk about what it was like to work TOGETHER. This is the first episode in a two part series. Co-authors Tracy and Lisa model togetherness and taking risks. Tracy applies ointment to Lisa’s inflamed bug bite at the end of a two-week mosquito infested mission trip. Get your copy of What the Lord Requires: A Six Week Study of Micah 6:8 knowing that all proceeds ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/033-Molly-Tuffnell-1.mp3 We’re approaching the one year anniversary of all things Covid-19, and we think that’s worth talking about. Coronavirus has left many experiencing genuine loss and heartache – Feelings that resonate deeply with young people like 18-year-old Molly Tuffnell.  In this episode of Arise Online, Molly joins host Lisa DaSilva to talk about how she worked through the disappointment of what was supposed to be one of the most exciting years of her life. We hope you’ll take time to quiet your heart, listen ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/032-He-Will.mp3 Join co-authors Eryn Kesler and Mary Straker for a conversation about the first week of our He Will advent study. You’ll hear the inside scoop about why these women are passionate about the Word of God, gain some insight into the book of Luke, and even get their own answers for a few of this week’s tough questions. It’s not too late to start! Order your own copy of He Will by clicking here. About our guests and co-authors: Eryn Kesler has been married to Matt for 20 years – the best thing that’s e ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031-Mission.mp3 Wow! We’ve made it to the last podcast in The In-Between series, friends! We are so thankful for you listening in and joining us as we explore what it looks like to seek the kingdom first in singleness or whatever season you’re in.  In this last podcast, we discuss the core issues of our hearts in a waiting season: Our desires, our faith and our identity in Christ as disciples. We hope this conversation will exhort and empower you to fully step into the mission God has before you – Regardless of where yo ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/030-Stagnation.mp3 Hello again, friends! Thank you for joining us for our second episode in the three part series we’re calling The In-Between. We are so happy to have you alongside us! We’re starting this next podcast with the librarian approved textbook dictionary definition of stagnation before digging into stories of waiting we hear in the Bible. We hope and pray that each one of us listening or reading learns to wait well – To not be lukewarm, but abiding and fiery hot in pursuit of the Lord. How awesome it is ..read more

Welcome friends, What do you do when you’re dissatisfied with life? Like you’re in a ditch and can’t get out or feel like staying in the pit you’re in? Portland millennials Amanda and Jess have experienced this, too, and want to encourage other single women to find true contentment in Christ. Listen along as they share personal stories, insight, and wisdom in this first episode of the three part series they’re calling, In Between.     Scripture References “And I am not saying this because I feel neglected, for I have learned to be satisfied with what I have. I know what it is to be i ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/028-Pandemic-Education-Pt.-2-w-Angie-Forester.mp3 Whether fully homeschooling, supervising online learning, or doing a model that integrates both, we want to help you thrive. Join Lisa DaSilva and longtime homeschool mother of 5 Angie Forrester as they talk through some strategies and offer Christ-centered perspective. Find more conversations about Covid-19 education options along with helpful tips and resources in previous podcasts in our Unexpected Homeschool Mom series by clicking here and here. Show Notes ..read more

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/027-Pandemic-Education-Pt.-1-w-Angie-Forester-1.mp3“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” Proverbs 16:3 (ESV) What will my family do for school this Fall? How will my kids handle remote learning? Online classes? Is traditional homeschool a viable option? What about community learning pods or other alternative models? How do we even decide and what should we look for moving forward? Can I really do this? We hope you’ll join host Lisa DaSilva and longtime homeschool mother of five Angie F ..read more