The Soul Care Matters Podcast
A podcast focusing on connecting the Gospel to real life. Engaging interviews with pastors and counselors, coaches and leaders. Transparent conversations with real people and practical application of biblical truth. Hosted by Ryan Berg and presented by Luma Counseling.
Episodes
87 episodes
So Long...For Now...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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2:48
Season 5 Wrap & Season 6 Preview
This is it, the final episode of season 5. We dropped episodes weekly this season so it seemed to go quickly didn't it? Let's take a quick walk down memory lane and review what we heard this season and take a look at what is coming next season....
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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14:36
Feeling Out Forgiveness with Jeff Ballard (ReAir)
In the final episode of season 3 Jeff & Ryan tackled one of the hardest topics they have discussed yet. Forgiveness. Listen in as they talk about what forgiveness is, what it isn't and the common misconceptions regarding this tough issue.&n...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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31:13
Bonus Episode: What Can Christians Take Away from Inside Out 2 with Lisa Cuss
Bonus Episode! Oh boy, what a treat you listeners are in for today! Lisa Cuss, trauma therapist, Capable life coach, and all around amazing person joins Ryan today to talk about the phenomenon that is/was Inside Out 2. Now when this...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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38:12
Students and Mental Health with Riley Greenwood
Bonus Episode!Riley Greenwood is a friend of Ryan's and serves as the Student Ministry coordinator at College Park Church. She specifically oversees discipleship and the student ministry leaders. Riley is also a trained lay counselor and...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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25:25
Leading with Love with Dan Kaskubar
This is episode 3 in our mini series entitled "Life-giving Leaders." This one is on Ryan's top 5 list of favorite episodes of the podcast he has ever recorded. Ryan's dear friend and fellow leader Dan Kaskubar joins him t...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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42:36
Leading From the 2nd Chair with Jimmy Carnes
This is episode 2 in our miniseries entitled "Life-Giving Leaders."Returning guest Jimmy Carnes joins Ryan on the podcast today to talk about what it is like to lead from the 2nd chair, or "lead up" in an organization. Leadership is hard...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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37:48
The Weary Leader's Guide to Burnout with Sean Nemecek
Today's episode kicks off another mini-series highlighting Luma's care for leaders through coaching and counseling. We are calling this series "Life-Giving Leaders."On episode one of this series Ryan gets the privilege of interviewing Se...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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26:35
Core Beliefs Contribute to Consistent Behaviors
This is the fourth episode of our new mini series entitled "Luma in the Real World." In this series we will explore some of the most common issues we're seeing with clients in the counseling office. We will interview some excellent guests on th...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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28:26
Grounded in Grace with Jonathan Holmes
This is the third episode of our new mini series entitled "Luma in the Real World." In this series we will explore some of the most common issues we're seeing with clients in the counseling office. We will interview some excellent guests on the...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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29:21
Waiting Isn't a Waste with Mark Vroegop
This is the second episode of our new mini series entitled "Luma in the Real World." In this series we will explore some of the most common issues we're seeing with clients in the counseling office. We will interview some excellent guests on th...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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26:11
The Expectation Gap with Steve Cuss
This is the first episode of our new mini series entitled "Luma in the Real World." In this series we will explore some of the most common issues we're seeing with clients in the counseling office. We will interview some excellent guests on the...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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36:18
How Does Luma Help People Grow?
Today is a solo episode. Join Ryan as he helps bring some context to the ways in which Luma helps clients grow and change. It may sound simple, but it couldn't be more complex! This might be one to take a few notes on and share with a friend!&n...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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29:08
Luma is Clinically-Informed with Marla Vroegop
She's back! Listener's favorite guest, Marla Vroegop who also just happens to be a counselor with Luma Counseling is back on the podcast today! Marls Barkley is back to help us navigate what it looks like to be clinically informed as christian ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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27:47
Luma is Culturally Responsive with Bekah Capriglione
It's episode 4 in our mini-series on "Who is Luma" and in today's episode you'll meet Bekah Capriglione, a current Luma counselor and just a joy to be around. Bekah brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm to the team as well as a nuanced understa...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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27:04
Luma is Biblically-Based with Wilson Phang
In episode 3 of the mini series entitled "Who is Luma" current Luma counselor Wilson Phang joins us to discuss the second of Luma's core distinctives: Luma is Biblically-Based. Wilson has a wealth of experience as a counselor, pastor and simply...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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24:56
Luma is Christ-Centered with Jeff Ballard
Episode 2 of our mini series on "Why is Luma" brings back former podcast cohost Jeff Ballard, pastor of Soul Care at College Park Church, who also serves as a member of the board of directors for Luma Counseling. He helps us walk through the fi...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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24:25
Where did Luma come from? with Tyler Riffe
Welcome to season 5! As our podcast is now presented by Luma Counseling we felt it would be wise to help our listeners get a better idea of who Luma is and what Luma does. For this first mini-series join Ryan as he introduces you to the people ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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32:32
Season 5 is coming!
Just a quick update about season 5! After numerous production delays, Season 5 is coming at you February 2025 and will be released weekly! Stay tuned for more from the Soul Care Matters Podcast presented by Luma Counseling
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Season 5
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1:11
BONUS EPISODE: The Soul Care Matters Podcast is Moving
Hello listeners! The Soul Care Matters Podcast has packed everything up and is moving to a new home. But don't worry, you will still get new episodes every other week starting in January 2025. Join the guys this week as they talk about the hist...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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25:13
Self-Stewardship Series: Examining Your Emotional Health with Zach Cochran (4)
What an episode we have for you today! If you're one who likes quotable and tweetable nuggets of wisdom, this is your episode! Today the guys spend some time with friend and Pastor Zach Cochran to continue the discussion of holistic care for on...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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37:39
Self-Stewardship Series: Embodiment with Marla Vroegop (3)
She's back! Listener's favorite guest, Marla Vroegop, is back with us on this episode to continue our series on self-stewardship. She is going to talk to us about embodiment and even walk us through an exercise she often uses in the counseling ...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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28:33
Self-Stewardship Series: Spiritual Self-Care/Discipline with Bob Martin (2)
Join Jeff and special guest Pastor Bob Martin as they continue the series discussion on holistic care of self. In this episode they dive into what it looks like to care for oneself spiritually. This isn't your typical "read your Bible more" kin...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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32:59
Intro to Biblical Self-Stewardship Series (1)
Today the guys are introducing a new series on Biblical Self-Stewardship or Biblical Self-Care. This is a necessary topic for our world right now. Jump in with the guys and hear about why this is something we should consider. Resources ...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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17:22
Sexual Integrity with author Jonathan Holmes - Sexual Integrity Series (3)
Author, counselor and speaker Jonathan Holmes joins the guys today to discuss sexual integrity and his book "Rescue Plan" that helps folks break free from sexual sin. Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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29:07