"Journey Connection" was created to provide connection, community and care for those who have experienced this ministry, and others pursuing personal story work.
Open Hearts Ministry is a Christ centered ministry established with the purpose of:
"Walking with the wounded and training others to do the same."
There have been several request that I offer this podcast in my own voice rather than using the interview format that was used for Part-1 and Part-2. This is for those of you who wanted to hear it di…
"Falling to the Top explores the process of emotional and relational healing, by addressing the "Big Feeling" events from one's "family of origin" by revisiting events in sensory, "ground level" d…
"Falling to the Top explores the process of emotional and relational healing, by addressing the "Big Feeling" events from one's "family of origin" by revisiting events in sensory, "ground level" de…
Have you ever explored just how Jesus offered healing? Did He do more than heal the sick? Did He address the emotional wounds? This is "Part-2" of a two part conversation with a pastor of over 40 yea…
Have you dreaded the conversation? Wondered what you should say? Well this episode is for you! This is "Part-1" of a two part conversation with a pastor of over 40 years experience and a passion for …
Are you familiar with that voice in your head that beats you up, with messages of contempt, blame, or even hatred?
Maybe in a similar way, you’ve actually used your words to make it clear to others h…
Narcissism, Part-2
This episode of Journey Connection is the second of a very interesting two-part series. Part-1 is an interview with Mike Putman about his personal journey “away from narcissism.” M…
Narcissism, Part-1
This episode of Journey Connection is the first of a very interesting two-part series. Part-1 is an interview with Mike Putman about his personal journey “away from narcissism.” Mi…
This episode of Journey Connection is the first of a fascinating two-part series interview held with a woman we will be calling “Anne” (to protect her identity), Anne lived immersed in the Muslim cul…
This episode of Journey Connection is the second part of a fascinating two-part series interview held with a woman we will be calling “Anne” (to protect her identity), Anne lived immersed in the Musl…
II. Introduction to Spiritual Warfare
Sandy Burdick's "Spiritual Warfare" teaching begins with a personal testimony of a two-year spiritual battle she experienced decades ago, an experience that bega…
true listening stems from a "listening heart" characterized by curiosity, a non-judgmental approach, and holding vision for the other person's well-being. The episode outlines practical tactics for …
How zoom was used to co-lead a local group and interviewing Erika about her journey with story work and OHM.
Journey Registration Announcement
This episode presents a conversation and reflections on the topic of Woundedness by looking at its core, how it shows up, and why it is so hard for to see it in ourselves and the need for connection …
This episode features an interview with Pat Keller, the OHM ministry director. She recounts the origins and development of Open Hearts Ministry. Pat describes how her own experience of abuse led to a…
This episode features an interview with Sandy Burdick, the founder of Open Hearts Ministry. Sandy shares the origins of the ministry, detailing its start as a women's small group for sexual abuse vic…
This episode discusses the significance of engaging with others' stories for deeper relationships, explaining that understanding someone's experiences is essential for genuine connection and support.…