Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Faith and Politics: How Can Christians Do Them Well?
Kaitlyn Schiess is a student at Dallas Theological Seminary and the author of "The Liturgy of Politics" -- a book that couldn't be more timely! The wisdom in these pages is endless, which is why I was so excited to speak with her about a topic I am so passionate...
Top 5s in 2020: Books, Podcasts, Writing, TV, Lessons & More
2020 was hard, but it was also incredible in so many ways. I feel fortunate that I had what I would consider a good year, though my heart has grieved with so many who have lost loved ones or dealt with the struggle of job loss or depression. It's been a collective...
Single Moms and the Church: Jennifer Maggio’s Important Ministry
Jennifer Maggio first became a single mom at the age of 17 years old. She had another child two years later and struggled as a young mom seeking guidance and support. She had been through trauma as a child and wasn't sure where to find what she needed. Though she left...
Rachel Welcher: The Damage of Purity Culture
Purity culture. It's affected me in so many ways, so I was excited to chat with Rachel Welcher about this important topic covered in her new book, "Talking Back to Purity Culture." Rachel is also the editor of Fathom Magazine, a poet and has a Masters in Theology....
Arian Simone: Faith and the Fearless Fund
Arian is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, investor, best-selling author, international speaker, and PR & marketing specialist! Her new book is the "Fearless Money Mindset: Broke Doesn't Scare Me" and she has also written "Fearless Faith + Hustle: 21 Day Devotional...
The Missing Ingredient in Christian Political Discourse
It's Election Day and humility is about a million miles away. But I kind of wish we'd all bold caps that word -- HUMILITY -- and look at it before we begin each day. I've seen comments from those who think civility is overrated, that looking towards unity is...