Praxis, No Filter
By Dr. Stephanie
Praxis, No FilterMay 15, 2020
Praxis, No Filter: The Advent Edition on Peace
Dr. Seun Bello Olamosu has worked in higher education for more than 20 years. Dr. Seun identifies as bicultural, having been raised in Nigeria but living in the U.S for most of her life. Seun joined the Office of Undergraduate Education at Duke University in June 2019 as the Assistant Vice Provost. Seun earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development with a focus on leadership in intercultural and international education from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. She obtained both her M.A. and B.A. from NC State University with a focus on cross-cultural communication and mass communication respectively. She enjoys family and without a doubt she loves God as you will quickly ascertain. Be sure to also check out her podcast to continue to benefit from her wisdom.
As we close out this special series of Advent, let us remember John 14:27, which reads, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
Go in Peace.
Praxis, No Filter: The Advent Edition on Joy
This episode of Praxis, No Filter: The Advent Edition features, Monica Moody. She is a certified life purpose and career coach, spiritual writer, trainer and facilitator. Monica is also the founder of Owning Change, an organization aimed at supporting the world with shifting towards love and grace. Most recently, she authored a book entitled, "Be Yourself to Free Yourself: Awakening to the Life You Are Meant To Live."
Grab a cup of tea and your journal. There are too many gems to mention and you don't want to miss one!
Praxis, No Filter: The Advent Edition on Love
For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life (John 3:16). Donna Sherrie understands this verse and is a living example of the love of God! Self-worth coach, author, mentor, minister of dance and believer of second chances joins Praxis, No Filter and unpacks the tenet of love. To learn more about Donna Sherrie and to purchase her book, "Untarnished: Reclaiming My Self-Worth Through God's Untainted Love," visit: https://donnasherrie.com/
If you think that love is not a game changer, take about 25 minutes and be encouraged!
Praxis, No Filter: The Advent Edition on Hope
We are in the season of Advent. A time of reflection as we not only celebrate the birth of Christ, but also the second coming of Christ. To begin our Advent Edition of Praxis, No Filter with our first tenet of Hope is Minister Mary Jane Jackson Palmer. She is a graduate Mississippi Valley State University with a BA in Political Science and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Master’s in Political Science and concentration in Public Administration and Public Policy. She serves as the Executive Director Human Resource Services with Durham Public Schools and as an Associate Minister at St. Paul AME Church in Chapel Hill. She is a teacher for Adult Bible Study and Youth Church School classes, and a Morning Glory Tuesday morning prayer team member.
Minister Mary Jane Jackson Palmer has been married to Jerry L Palmer for over 34 years and they are the proud parents of Mary Katherine (Kate) Palmer. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - serving as Chaplain through December 2021.
Take a listen and be encouraged in the Hope of Jesus!
Praxis, No Filter with Dr. Savitri Dixon-Saxon
We are one year since the world as we knew it changed. We were forced to spend time away from the outside and engage in the practices that we'd come to both appreciate and value. As my grandmother would say, "Time is not as long as it has been." One year later, what are the lessons learned about yourself and others? What are your takeaways and how are you moving through the earth as a person of faith post pandemic?
This episode of Praxis, No Filter features Dr. Savitri Dixon-Saxon, Vice Provost for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences with Walden University. With a 27-year career in higher education. Dr. Dixon-Saxon’s primary areas of interest are the psychosocial identity of African American women; intergenerational workplace dynamics; and leadership and mentoring in distance education. As a single and custodial parent, herself, Dr. Dixon-Saxon has focused her research on the issues of African American single mothers, especially those who are in poverty and those who are trying to achieve and maintain middle-class status as single parents.
This conversation represents the culmination of the intersection of faith, hope, resilience and finding joy in the unexpected - that which perhaps we should have connected with long before.
Praxis, No Filter, S2E2 with North Carolina State Senator Sarah Crawford
Marian Wright Edelman said, "Service is the rent we pay for being. It is the very purpose of life, and not something you do in your spare time." Sarah Crawford embodies this sentiment. On the second episode of Praxis, No Filter, Season 2, the newly minted North Carolina State Senator for District 18 discusses service, faith, servant leadership, parenting amidst racial and civic unrest and hope. She definitely is what Mr. Rogers termed as "one of the helpers." Take a listen to this most informative and encouraging conversation.
Praxis, No Filter, S2E1 - Hindsight is well...."2020"
Happy New Year! Happy 2021! But before we begin that new diet, join that gym, finish that vision board, let us not forget the lessons, the hindsight if you will that 2020 provided. This episode of Praxis, No Filter is a synopsis of what Dr. Stephanie experienced in the year that was like no other.
Praxis, No Filter with Niani Ameh
God always sees and He always sends. However, it may not appear in the method by which we anticipate. Check out this episode with my daughter, Niani Ameh. What a blessing to experience her brief, but impactful appearance.
Praxis, No Filter with Shirnetta Harrell
Shirnetta Harrell is wife, a mother, a clinical social worker, and CEO of her own brand, but the most important title that she doesn't take lightly or for granted is that of a worshipper. In this season, as we navigate difficulty, challenge, sadness and in need of encouragement, allow this episode based upon the blog post, "He Is the Ultimate Care Emoji," to be reminded that after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you (I Peter 5:10).
Note: Between 11:36 and 12:08, the volume is impacted. To be sure to follow Shirnetta Harrell on the social media handles she provides.
Praxis, No Filter with KS Lewis
All food discussions lead to God! Seriously though, where's the lie? And when you consider this episode of Praxis, No Filter, you will devour every morsel and grain of wisdom KS Lewis shares. We discuss the ingredients to love, faith, hope and all that is good for the soul. Check it out, you will no doubt be filled and still hunger for a little more. It's our 10th episode y'all and it is as bout as close to perfection as we may imagine this side of Glory!
Praxis, No Filter: The Take Over Episode featuring Dr. Stephanie and hosted by Verna Patryce Best
What happens when the host of Praxis, No Filter gets ambushed by Verna Patryce Best, episode two's guest? Well, let's just say an intersection of holy and hood! On the eve of Dr. Stephanie's 51st birthday, her sister in Christ turns the table and nothing is off limits. This episode is one for the books.
Praxis, No Filter with Dr. Shae Grays
The United States of America is experiencing a pandemic amidst a pandemic. Over the last week, the reality of the devaluing of black bodies set in in a way that we are still attempting to reconcile. On this episode of Praxis, No Filter, we speak with Dr. Shae Grays, Associate Director of Diversity and Inclusion with the College of Natural Resources at North Carolina State University, as we discuss diversity, equity and inclusion and its application along the backdrop of faith. Trust me when I say the enemy did not desire that we share this episode, but God. Also, there may be a cameo appearance by last week's guest, my mother, Altoria Helms. This episode is as raw as the topic.
Be sure to check out more of Dr. Grays by visiting this link: https://youtu.be/X_et3EeI1f0
Praxis, No Filter with Altoria Helms
Praxis, No Filter with Dr. Katherine Jordan
This week's. blog, entitled. “The Siri God," explored how often we are more willing to put our faith and trust in technology, than in God. As a scientist, coupled with being a believer, listen as Dr. Katherine Jordan unfolds both her challenges and triumphs experienced along this dichotomy. She also provides sage advice in relation to honing your skills as you navigate employment, under employment and unemployment. This episode is packed with nuggets. Be sure to catch em!
Praxis, No Filter with Rev. Melcina White
Psalms 46:5 reads, "“God is within her, she will not fail; God will help her at the break of day.” But what happens when you feel like God is far from you, has failed you and that your break of day shall never come? Join Rev. Melcina White as she provides a breakthrough to all things "She." Through trouble and triumph, she walks us through the ultimate desire for us concerning the Creator. This is the fifth episode of Praxis, No Filter, and in Biblical understanding, five is the number that represents grace of God. Listen and be reminded of God's covering over us through it all.
Praxis, No Filter with Shaniece Gamble
"The reality is, my prayers don't change God. But, I am convinced prayer changes me. Praying boldly boots me out of that stale place of religious habit into authentic connection with God Himself." - Lysa TerKeurst
Today's episode is summed up in reference to the aforementioned quote. Listen to Shaniece Gamble unfold the power and transformation of prayer in her life and tidbits of how to make it a daily part of yours. Shaniece further unfolds a ministry that she birthed, shortly after giving birth to her third son. It is called, "Let Us Pray," and you may find it on Facebook. If you've ever considered becoming serious about prayer as a lifestyle, this episode is for you.
Praxis, No Filter with Cassandra and Kyra Williams - Victory Amidst COVID-19
There are times in life when the prayers you've prayed for others become necessary for yourself. In this episode, I'm joined by my cousins, who reside in New Orleans and have been on the battlefield warring against COVID-19. Hear my cousin Cassandra, who just returned home after a month in the hospital share her experience and her daughter, Kyra, who is a nurse, who deepened her faith by depending upon God to strengthen her to take care of her then 94 (now 95) year old grandmother who tested positive and navigating her mother's health journey by telephone. The enemy attempted to mess with the technical aspects here, but press through it and be encouraged today!