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Speaking of…a Milwaukee PBS podcast that makes public media personal. Journalists Alexandria Mack and Scottie Lee Meyers share stories featuring our local friends and neighbors. The discussions consider life in southeastern Wisconsin, highlighting national and global topics of public interest, framed by diverse personal perspectives and thoughtful consideration. Our hosts combine a passion for storytelling, concern for community and self-reflection to engage listeners in celebrating this pla ...
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Our mission is to be a living expression of Jesus Christ. Our weekly sermons and additional messages are aimed at providing those outside the Christian faith a safe place to explore who Jesus was, and to equip followers of Him to grow in their faith and be equipped to serve Him more faithfully. If you'd like more info about our church community, or would like to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc. We'd love to help you take your next step with Jesus.
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The Selah Entrepreneur - Simple & Sustainable Online Business for Women Over 50
Marta Goertzen | Business Clarity Coach | Online Business for Women Over 50
** Online Business ** Women Over 50 ** Health & Wellness ** Rested Entrepreneurs ** Have you been in business awhile and now feel stuck and unsure of how to get unstuck? Have you ever wondered if being over 50 means it’s too late to make big changes in your life and business? Have you taken all the business courses and still haven’t found the answer you are looking for? Are you struggling to balance all the hats you wear of running your online business, caregiving, taking care of your home, ...
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The Journey of Finding Clarity in Your Business Can Be Messy and Stressful. BUT, there are simple things you can start doing THIS WEEK to help reduce that stress, simplify the journey, and make intentional, purposeful decisions for you and your business. Listen in to lean 9 simple ways you can start reducing the stress you feel in your business thi…
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The Journey to Discovering Business Clarity In this episode, we take a deeper look at the 'business clarity journey'. Today’s episode was Inspired by my own recent website update. The process sparked a lot of memories of my entrepreneurial journey and clarity journey over the past 16 years. I’m sharing the ups and downs of finding what I was suppos…
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Welcome to Creekside Community Church's online service! Guiding Question: What does it mean to be a faithful witness to Jesus during a time when influence and favor seem to be fading?Join us as we explore the third week of our "Sojourners" series, titled Behind Enemy Lines. In this message, we will unpack what it looks like to stand firm in our fai…
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Welcome to Creekside Community Church's online service! In Week 2 of our "Sojourners" series, we delve into the story of Daniel and his friends as they navigate the temptations of Babylon.Guiding Question: How do you know where to draw the line?Join us as we explore Daniel 1:1-21, where Nebuchadnezzar’s plan to turn young Israelite nobles into Baby…
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Have you ever felt restless, uneasy or like something was off in your business? AND, totally frustrated that you couldn’t quite figure out why? Been there and done that! Together we're taking a look at 4 different ways that feeling of restlessness and unease can show up in your business. I’m sharing a few ways you can recognize what type it is and …
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Finding Clarity & Confidence As the Entrepreneur You Secretly Long to Be In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, I’m sharing the transformative journey of businesswomen discovering their true entrepreneurial identities. Through personal and client success stories, we’re talking about the importance of gaining clarity and confidence to ar…
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Welcome to the livestream of today's service at Creekside Community Church! Join us as we explore the biblical theme of exile, tracing its significance from the Old Testament through to the New Testament. Discover how the experience of exile shapes our understanding of faith and identity as followers of Jesus in a world where we don't truly belong.…
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There Are 3 Things You Need to Grow Your Confidence as an Entrepreneur Many women struggle with confidence as entrepreneurs. But there's good news - you can build your confidence and get unstuck. It feels scary to say out loud who we are as entrepreneurs. And I think that says a lot. It says a lot about our age, the type of businesses we have, abou…
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Welcome to the livestream of today's service at Creekside Community Church! Join us as our guest preacher, Mike Anderson, helps us conclude our study of the book of Ecclesiastes. Today we explore what it means for the young to view their life priorities in light of old age, and how all of us can learn to obey the Lord from the heart, in light of ou…
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Understanding Your Entrepreneurial Identity - Are you showing up as YOU?? In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we're talking about entrepreneurial identity and business personality types. I'm sharing what I've been learning through my own journey and in many conversations with women just like you who have lost sight of who they are as…
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Welcome to the livestream of today's service at Creekside Community Church! Join us as we delve into Ecclesiastes 9:13-11:6 with the message titled, "Make the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor."Guiding Question:Is it worth living wisely since it doesn’t always pay off?Key Points:The Wisdom of Speaking Up (Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:7)Explore the story of a poor…
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Overcoming Fear: Taking Control of Your Business and Life In this episode, we tackle the insidious problem of fear in entrepreneurship. I'm sharing from my personal experiences as well as offering practical advice on how to stop fear from controlling your business decisions. We will explore how fear shows up in its various forms, such as anxiety an…
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Join us as we dive into the thought-provoking message, "The Lottery of Life," based on Ecclesiastes 9:1-12. Our preacher will explore the profound observations and frustrations of the Teacher in Ecclesiastes, who grapples with the apparent randomness of life and the inevitability of death.Key Points:Guiding Frustration: If following God’s ways offe…
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This year, through surveys, polls, and private conversations with women entrepreneurs, a recurring theme has emerged: business feels overwhelmingly hard right now. The stress of business struggles is causing significant angst, stress, and even health problems. I've struggled too, and the economy and the noisy marketplace play roles. The year 2024 h…
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Saying No to Good Opportunities So You Can Say YES! To Great Things Do you ever find yourself saying yes to so much that you suddenly have no idea how things have gotten out of control? Or have you ever said no to something that you really wanted only to find out later that it opened up doors to something even better? That’s what we are talking abo…
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Join us for a powerful and insightful sermon from our board member Rob Geislinger as we continue our journey through the book of Ecclesiastes. This Sunday, we tackle a challenging question: "Why does God allow good things to happen to bad people?"Together, we'll dive into Ecclesiastes 8 and examine biblical examples, including the reigns of King Da…
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Welcome to Creekside Community Church! We invite you to join us in this insightful exploration of Ecclesiastes 7:1-8:1 as we seek to apply its wisdom to our lives. Together, let's discover how to navigate the challenges of envy and oppression with contentment and community.🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest sermons an…
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3 Practical Reasons to Regularly Disconnect from Your Business Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of running a business? Have you ever taken time away from your business only to realize just how tired you really are? You’ve probably been too busy or too engrossed in your work to realize it. Sometimes the best thing you can do for …
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Join us for Church at the Park as we explore the depth of Ecclesiastes with us this Sunday as we delve into themes of life's transient pleasures and the true essence of worship. Our message will revisit past themes highlighting the futility of wealth and the harsh realities of oppression and injustice. Discover the Teacher's perspective on the ephe…
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Welcome to Creekside Community Church! In today’s sermon, titled "The Failure of Just-us," we dive into Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:16 to explore the teacher's frustration with the pervasive nature of oppression and the failure of human justice.Guiding Issue: The teacher in Ecclesiastes is deeply troubled by the widespread oppression and the shortcomings o…
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Rediscover Your Entrepreneurial Passion: It's Never Too Late In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we explore the common feeling of stagnation in business, especially among those over 50, and the belief that it's too late for major changes. I’m sharing personal experiences and stories from members of the Selah Society Mastermind group …
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Welcome to Creekside Community Church! In today's sermon, we delve into the profound wisdom of Ecclesiastes 2:18-3:15 with a message titled "Timing is Everything."Guiding Thought:Living wisely isn't just about navigating life's circumstances well; it's about getting the timing right.Sermon Highlights:Ecclesiastes 2:18-26: The Teacher's frustration …
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Are you a woman over 50 who feels isolated as an entrepreneur? In this episode, Marta Goertzen explains why being part of the right mastermind community is so important, especially for female entrepreneurs in a transitional phase of business. Marta shares 5 key reasons why joining a curated mastermind can be a game-changer: 1) It combats the "dream…
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In this message, we explore the Teacher's experiment with pleasure, wisdom, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. With every resource at his disposal, the Teacher seeks to recreate paradise, testing laughter, wine, and grand accomplishments. Yet, he concludes that pleasure is fleeting and enigmatic, akin to chasing the wind.Key Themes:The futility …
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Recently, I conducted a survey among my Grateful Friday newsletter readers, and an overwhelming number of responses revealed a common concern—stress related to managing their businesses. So today we are talking about some of the common source of stress among women entrepreneurs in their business journeys. We'll look at the impact of the stress of s…
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In this sermon, we explore the profound insights of the Teacher, who declares, “Meaningless! Meaningless! Everything is meaningless.” But what does this mean for us today?Guiding Question: What is this book doing in the Bible?Key Themes:The True Meaning of 'Hebel': Discover how this Hebrew word, often translated as "meaningless," actually signifies…
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Have you wondered if you are ready to pivot and grow your business? Today we are talking about 5 signals women entrepreneurs should not ignore in their business. These are signals that you are ready to grow as a business owner and your business is ready to evolve. Geared towards solo entrepreneurs, especially women in online service-based businesse…
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Join us for our final message in the "Cultivating a Christ-Centered Life" series titled "Rejuvenated." In this sermon, we explore the profound and often overlooked blessing of the Sabbath. Discover how taking intentional time to rest and delight in God can rejuvenate your soul and refuel your spirit for the work ahead.Key Points Covered:The Importa…
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In the hustle and bustle of running a business, rest is often underestimated. We are conditioned to believe that round-the-clock work equates to dedication and success. However, pushing through fatigue without taking necessary breaks can lead to burnout, diminished creativity, and poor decision-making. Many women entrepreneurs struggle with exhaust…
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Join us this Sunday as we continue our series “Cultivating a Christ-Centered Life” with a message titled “Employed.” In this sermon, we will explore how to integrate our professional and spiritual lives, ensuring that our work becomes an act of worship dedicated to God.Message Highlights: • Guiding Question: How can we work with God and not separat…
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This Sunday, we continue our series "Cultivating a Christ-Centered Life" with Part 2: "Nourished." Dive deep with us into the spiritual disciplines that sustain and enrich our walk with Christ.Today's Message:Part 1: Accept Jesus’s Invitation to His TableRegular spiritual nourishment is crucial, and today we explore how Jesus transformed the insigh…
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Own your entrepreneurial journey! It's your journey, no one else's. In this episode, I discuss the importance of mapping out and accepting your entrepreneurial journey timeline. So often we move from one thing to the next without taking the time to reflect on everything we've accomplished and learned along the way. By going back and outlining the m…
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In today's episode we are considering the entrepreneurial journey and a place that many entrepreneurs face at some point in their journey – feeling stuck in doubt and confusion. Feeling stuck in doubt and confusion is a common challenge for many women entrepreneurs. It can stem from various sources, such as fear of failure, overwhelm from too much …
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In today's service, we delve into what it truly means to place Christ at the center of our lives. Inspired by the insightful words of Tim Keller, "If God is not at the center of your life, something else is," we explore the common ways we may drift from our spiritual focus and how we can recalibrate our hearts towards Jesus.What to Expect:Guiding T…
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In the world of entrepreneurship we are journeying through, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day routines of running a business. However, taking the time to create space for strategic thinking and reflection can be a game-changer for your business. Today, we’re exploring the importance of adding room to think, reflect, and plan in your busi…
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We invite you to join our live-streamed service for an insightful exploration into the compatibility of Christian faith with studying and participating in other religions. "Can a Christian Explore Other Religions?" examines the delicate balance between understanding diverse spiritual landscapes and maintaining a devout Christian practice.What to Ex…
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Our eighth and final episode of “The Missing Peace" is a celebration of survival. Listen in as survivors share intimately penned letters of overcoming, healing and triumph dedicated to those that may currently be struggling in a domestic or intimate partner violence situation. This story includes reporting supported by the International Women's Med…
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To Hustle or Not to Hustle That is the Question… or is it? I’ve had a bit of a growing pet peeve with the anti-hustle message I see everywhere. I get it and actually agree with some perspectives I encounter online. However, my beef with what I’m seeing is that we are not using the word hustle correctly. Stress and hustle. We actually need both. A l…
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Join us this Sunday at Creekside Community Church for our next installment in the thought-provoking sermon series "Can a Christian…?" This week, we jump into a highly sensitive and impactful question: "Can a Christian… get an abortion?"In this sermon, we will explore what the Bible teaches about the sanctity of life, the intricate issues surroundin…
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On this episode of “The Missing Peace,” we talk to male advocates working to reform men with a history of battering. Will Singleton of The Alma Center and Shawn Muhammad of the Asha Project break down their approaches to anti-violence work, healing from the inside out. This story includes reporting supported by the International Women's Media Found…
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Embracing Gentle Business Coaching with a Holistic Approach Join me as we dive into the world of "gentle" business coaching. I’m sharing how this approach is different from traditional, intense coaching. We’re exploring how gentle coaching is all about compassion, self-care, and sustainable growth - not just rapid results. We’re discussing the sign…
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Join us live at Creekside Community Church for a thought-provoking and sensitive discussion in our ongoing series, "Can a Christian...?" Today's sermon, led by Pastor Luke, delves into the complex and personal topics of being gay or trans within the Christian faith and whether or not Christians can support those who are. With a focus on scripture a…
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On this episode of “The Missing Peace,” we introduce you to Milwaukee's Domestic Violence High Risk Team, a group of individuals across law enforcement, advocacy organizations and other agencies looking to prevent the most volatile of domestic violence cases from becoming fatal. This story includes reporting supported by the International Women's M…
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I’m pretty sure you’ve heard this common phrase from coaches, “Stop playing small.” It’s a phrase that urges us to stop playing small and dream bigger. While the intention behind this advice is to push women to realize their full potential, it can sometimes evoke mixed feelings, particularly for those grappling with fear and self-doubt. It definite…
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Join us live from Creekside Community Church in Elizabeth, Colorado, as our preacher dives into a thought-provoking sermon titled "Can a Christian Drink Alcohol or Consume Cannabis?". This sermon explores the complexities of alcohol and cannabis use from a Christian perspective, encouraging us to think biblically and with wisdom about these controv…
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Every community experiences domestic violence and needs a safe place to turn for help. On this episode of “The Missing Peace,” we introduce you to We Are Here MKE, a diverse coalition of culturally-sensitive organizations throughout Milwaukee that are on the frontlines of this crisis. They serve the city’s Black, Hispanic, indigenous, Muslim, Hmong…
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The Crucial Role of Clarity and Community in Business Growth As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves caught up in the day-to-day operations of our businesses, focusing on tasks, strategies, and goals. However, amidst the hustle and bustle, how often do we take a step back to ensure we have clarity and direction in our business endeavors? Today, I…
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Join us live this Easter Sunday for a special service, "The Week that Changed the World #7: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ," as we explore the profound narrative of Luke 24:1-53. This week, we jump into the mystery and miracle of the resurrection, examining the initial disbelief and gradual belief of Jesus' disciples. Through their encounters—fro…
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In October of 2023, U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore introduced a resolution in Congress to address the alarming correlation between firearm possession and deadly domestic violence incidents. The timing of Congresswoman Moore’s resolution was no coincidence. In early November, the U.S. Supreme Court heard a case that will likely decide if it’s legal to take aw…
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In this episode we are discussing the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs who are balancing their business responsibilities with personal health issues or caregiving for aging parents. I’m sharing what happened recently during a tough week of helping my Mom through the upheavals of Alzheimer’s while trying to maintain my business. This e…
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