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Savoring God’s Faithfulness in Lubbock – FGF Highlights, Lubbock, TX

As we gathered in Lubbock, Texas for the second-to-last Fresh Grounded Faith conference, there was a bittersweet sense of celebration in the air. After 18 beautiful years, the journey of Fresh Grounded Faith is coming to a close, with our final event in November in Springfield, Missouri.

Fresh Grounded Faith Lubbock Texas Jennifer Rothschild, Tammy Trent, Michael O'Brien, Shaun Groves

Thank you to Callie Robinson for the beautiful photos. To see the entire Facebook photo album, click here. For those of you who joined the photo booth fun, you can view your photos here.

So, while we were in Lubbock, I took a moment to savor the time we had together and reflect on all the ways these gatherings have touched hearts over the years. I couldn’t help but marvel over what God has done and how He has been so faithful.

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Each Woman a Hallelujah – FGF Highlights, The Woodlands, TX

At Fresh Grounded Faith in The Woodlands, Texas, 1000 beautiful women gathered at Faith Bible Church for a venti-sized portion of fresh, grounded encouragement.

Fresh Grounded Faith The Woodlands Texas Jennifer Rothschild Michael O'Brien Katherine Wolf Shaun Groves

Thank you to Jenn Morris for the beautiful photos. To see the entire Facebook photo album, click here. For those of you who joined the photo booth fun, you can view your photos here.

Our Local Conference Coordinator, Alisha Pish—along with 160 volunteers—did a phenomenal job making everything run smoothly. The decorations were simply beautiful, and the entire atmosphere was set for a weekend poised to honor God with our worship and praise.

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Spill the Beans LIVE with Margaret Feinberg at Fresh Grounded Faith Bloomington, IL [Episode 357]

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Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even tear up a little as we spill the beans LIVE from a Fresh Grounded Faith event in Bloomington, Illinois! My good friends Margaret Feinberg and Michael O’Brien joined me, and what an honest, hope-filled conversation we had in answering questions from the audience.

We talked about the best way to handle stress and worry, how to know if God is calling you to step back in ministry, and what to do when grief knocks the wind out of you.

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Audio Christmas Card With Jennifer and KC’s Christmas Memories [Episode 329]

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Merry Christmas, 4:13ers! Today, KC and I share some fun Christmas memories to brighten your day and lighten your load. You’ll enjoy these hilarious little snapshots into our youth that God used to form us into who we are today.

And—in keeping with our Christmas tradition—Michael O’Brien will sing a beautiful Christmas song over you to remind you of the peace and blessings we all get to experience this season.

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The Extraordinary Spirit of Normal – FGF Highlights, Bloomington, IL

Fresh Grounded Faith Bloomington is a wrap! Bloomington and Normal, Illinois are right next to each other, so I was never quite sure which city I was in.

Fresh Grounded Faith Bloomington Illinois Jennifer Rothschild Margaret Feinberg Michael O'Brien

Thank you to Gloria Jameson and Cindy Musick for the beautiful photos. To see the entire Facebook photo album, click here. For those of you who joined the photo booth fun, you can view your photos here.

But what a joy it was to gather in Bloomington-Normal where, despite what the name suggests, nothing was ordinary at our Fresh Grounded Faith event! Held at Second Presbyterian Church, this was a weekend full of extraordinary moments, and I can’t wait to share some highlights with you…

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Spill the Beans LIVE with Ann Voskamp at Fresh Grounded Faith Chesapeake, VA [Episode 324]

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Get ready! You are coming with me to a Fresh Grounded Faith event where we’re hanging out with Ann Voskamp, Tammy Trent, and Michael O’Brien.

We’re talking about the importance of community, tips for memorizing Scripture, and how to stay on fire for God. Oh, and there’s even a special—and hilarious—call out to all the single ladies.

Then we tackle some heavy topics like what to do if you feel anger toward God, how to deal with others who lack empathy for your struggle, and where to turn if you feel like you just can’t go on.