Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Devi Abraham: Untangling Sexual Ethics for a New Generation of Christians (Podcast)
*Please note: We had some connection issues, so even after editing, there are several breaks in the audio, but I do not think it affects the convo much! Devi Abraham is a freelance writer, co-host of "Where Do We Go From Here?" podcast and mom of two living in...
Ellie Sanazaro: Choosing to Be a Special Needs Mom
In the latest episode of the "Worth Your Time" podcast, I speak with Ellie Sanazaro, the author of a new children's book, Image Bearer Book. When Ellie was pregnant with her first child, she was told her baby had a chromosomal abnormality similar to Down Syndrome. She...
You Actually Are a Saint. I Had No Idea.
I've never thought much about Saints. I didn't grow up Catholic and that's the realm in which I remembered hearing the term most often. I kept the shuttered away in mind with an enclave of angels. It wasn't until last week that I actually looked up the definition,...
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...