Episode Description (Kelan Harper)
In this heartfelt episode of From Grief to Purpose, host Minnina Smith sits down with Kelan Harper, a passionate 21-year-old youth pastor, life coach, entrepreneur, and counselor from Southeast Missouri. Kelan currently serves as the Interim Director for the Juvenile Justice Ministry with Youth for Christ in Muncie, IN.

Together, they dive into Kelan’s journey of overcoming loss, depression, and life’s hardships while rediscovering identity and purpose through faith. With a deep heart to spread joy and good news to Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen X alike, Kelan shares how God called him “for such a time as this” to proclaim liberty, justice, and reconciliation.

Young, Rooted & Rising is an inspiring conversation that shines a light on resilience, faith, and the transformative power of self-discovery.

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• Facebook: Kelan Harper
  
  
• Instagram: @therealkelann
  
  
• TikTok: @therealkelann
  
  
• YouTube: Kelan Harper Channel
  
  
• Threads: @therealkelann
  
  

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In this episode, I sit down with Danielle Bernock, an international award-winning author, speaker, and trauma-informed, faith-based self-love coach. A CPSD survivor, Danielle shares her journey through childhood trauma—how she moved from feeling unloved and unworthy to embracing healing, hope, and freedom.

She introduces the S.E.L.F.© Path (See, Expose, Love, Free) she created to help others break free from emotional trauma and live in their true worth. Danielle also discusses how she empowers both women and men through coaching, courses, and workshops to walk in freedom and purpose.

This inspiring conversation, grounded in faith, grace, and actionable tools, is one you won’t want to miss. Be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

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Website: https://www.daniellebernock.com/?utm_...

Trauma & Self-Love Coaching: https://www.daniellebernock.com/traum...

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In this episode of From Grief to Purpose, Terence and Jill Smith share A Journey of Love and God’s Timing. Their testimony of finding love later in life, walking through personal grief, and building a marriage rooted in faith will inspire anyone navigating healing, waiting, or believing for love.

As the couple behind A God-Ordained Union, they are passionate about encouraging singles and couples to trust God’s timing and embrace His plan for kingdom marriage.

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• YouTube: A God-Ordained Union
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• Facebook Group: A God-Ordained Union Community
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• Other YouTube Channels: @FoundersofNonprofits | @MrsSmithWeightLossJourney

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In this empowering episode of From Grief to Purpose, I’m joined by Fanny Tristan, LCSW-R — a Licensed Trauma Therapist and Coach for Single Women of Color, and the founder of Her Soul Supply, a coaching platform that helps women stop centering romance in their happiness and build lives rooted in purpose, self-trust, and meaningful connection.

With over 15 years of experience in mental health, Fanny offers a grounded, liberating perspective on singlehood—especially for women navigating the constant pressures of where they “should” be in life. Her work challenges the outdated belief that wholeness comes only from partnership and instead reframes singlehood as a powerful and valid life season—rich with opportunity, clarity, and growth.

Together, we explore how to rewrite your relationship narrative, embrace wholeness, and live fully in your season of singleness. Whether you’re healing from heartbreak, redefining what love looks like, or simply seeking to deepen your relationship with yourself, this episode will inspire you to stand in your worth and walk confidently in purpose.

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In this powerful episode of From Grief To Purpose, Coach Nina is joined by Mr. Anthony Langford and Mr. Eric Neal of Midlands Fatherhood Coalition (MFC)—a nonprofit organization that’s transforming families and communities by supporting positive, responsible fatherhood.

Midlands Fatherhood Coalition brightens the future of children by engaging fathers through peer group sessions, individualized goal setting, and case management. Whether it's navigating custody and visitation, parenting challenges, or employment barriers, MFC meets fathers where they are and walks with them toward growth, purpose, and stability.

All services are free for fathers with children ages 18 and under.

Tune in to hear how MFC makes a real difference—one father at a time.

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In this powerful episode of From Grief to Purpose, we’re kicking off our August Relationship Series with a fresh perspective on connection, communication, and leadership in love.

My guest, Linda Sutton, is an international performing artist, inspirational speaker, and expert in relationship dynamics through the art of tango. Through her 22TANGO Transformation Framework, Linda breaks down how Argentine tango reveals the unspoken power dynamics of love—where leadership and follow-through require trust, intention, and rhythm.

We explore:

💃🏾 What it really means to lead in love
🕺🏽 Why following isn’t weakness, but wisdom
💬 And how non-verbal cues can make or break intimacy

Whether you're dating, married, or single and healing, this episode is packed with insights to help you reimagine how you show up in partnership—with God, yourself, and others.

✨ Guest Links:

Guest Website: www.lindadsutton.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.sutton.733/

YouTube: The 22Tango Show - https://www.youtube.com/@the22tangoshow70

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the22tangoshow/

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It Takes 2 to Tango: https://www.amazon.com/TAKES-TANGO-Secrets-Passionate-Partnership-ebook/dp/B0F2XF8B5D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QMW5QCC4YYWO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.G1taq2e9ZBxelii0V60iGg.Yt80A3ZrEGnG2Ts_ytlwur8-JR_xk4vvlwXPdV0-KF0&dib_tag=se&keywords=it+takes+2+to+tango+by+linda+sutton&qid=1753933721&sprefix=It+takes+2+to+tango%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-1

So You Think You Can’t Dance: https://www.amazon.com/So-You-Think-Cant-Dance-ebook/dp/B0FFNJJG72/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QT6PZEBUN2GF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SAsS9Ay1NhHcejuyNGOXFae1pPAuJ10GIXcHV0VPHnYZHPgwsqGcb3A2iFXIV0Qobc872oKSG8kh0M6iVv7ZPzu44pljJpn52sstbtizD5yvoz7QWDBDzgWZzlyg9AjAXsxbBYA8ELlixBKp5BB3dNaRrNfXKgBeSeshQn8e-EjrMEPG-BfuSNzmoMqjPgjjLJHRsjXvRPo-s4Sd5hU_5f8bN9P9BQctZDqKazt3cq4.WzMIavalSuAEFMIg7QneOyfvFIHHaG7gX-3aLfC_02g&dib_tag=se&keywords=so+you+think+you+can%27t+dance&qid=1753933768&sprefix=so+you+think+you+can+dance%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-1

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Today, we’re honored to have a special guest, Donna Woolam, an experienced life and business coach, speaker, and Elite Certified Life Coach. Driven by her calling to see women step into their God-given purpose, Donna provides the best biblical and actionable guidance to help others grow. Her expertise includes action-oriented training, spiritually challenging truth, and creating an atmosphere of hope. She has been recognized by her clients for her extraordinary commitment to calling them higher into their purpose and empowering them to embrace new directions.

In this episode, we’ll explore Donna’s personal journey through the loss of her husband, how her faith sustained her, and how she’s now using her experiences to empower other women on their paths to healing and purpose.

To learn more about Donna and receive 1:1 coaching, visit the links in the description below.

Website: https://DonnaWoolam.com

Facebook Page: / donnawoolamauthor

Facebook Group: / christianjourneytowholeness

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In this powerful episode of From Grief to Purpose, I’m joined by author, poet, and spoken word artist Brittney Charisse Davis. Together, we explore what it means to keep writing, creating, and living after experiencing unimaginable loss—including the death of both parents and navigating deep personal grief.

Brittney opens up about how journaling became her refuge, how her faith in Jesus helped her heal, and why she’s passionate about helping others turn their pain into purpose. From poetry to publishing, she continues to use her voice to let others know: you are not alone.

This episode is a reminder that even in sorrow, there is strength—and even in silence, there is still a story to tell.

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Instagram: / brittneycharisse

Ready Writer Books IG: / readywriterbooks

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