Houston, We Had a Problem! – FGF Highlights, Houston, TX

Of course I had to refer to that most famous movie quote associated with the great city of Houston! Because, sister, we did have a problem. One big dark problem!

FGF Houston Texas Laura Story Michael O'Brien

Thank you to Megan McGaughey 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.

After the first part of our Fresh Grounded Faith conference ended on Friday night, Laura Story, Michael O’Brien, Terrie Bitter (our National Conference Director), and Phil and I went back to our hotel. But it was pitch black.

Audio Christmas Card Featuring Your Favorite 4:13ers [Episode 225]

Audio Christmas Card Kathie Lee Gifford Laura Story Kelly Minter Michael O’Brien Craig Aven

Merry Christmas, 4:13ers! This is an audio Christmas card to brighten your day and let you know how much we love you.

We’ve got a few of your favorite 4:13ers who want to give you their Christmas greetings, including Kathie Lee Gifford, Laura Story, and Kelly Minter. And then, Michael O’Brien will sing you his Christmas greeting.

Living With Fresh Grounded Faith – FGF Highlights, Melbourne, FL

It was such a great weekend at Fresh Grounded Faith Melbourne. For this Florida girl, it was especially fun being with all my Florida friends. Even my high school English teacher was there! And since we were in Phil’s hometown, it was a treat to see a lot of his high school friends too.

FGF Melbourne Florida Kelly Minter Michael O'Brien

Thank you to Sarah Sullivan 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.

There are so many things I could say about this weekend, but two attendees said it best in a Facebook post that was shared with my team.

Glory Came Down in College Station – FGF Highlights, College Station, TX

The Spirit of God was all over the women who gathered at Fresh Grounded Faith College Station. I sensed it when I first arrived for the volunteer meet and greet.

Fresh Grounded Faith College Station

Thank you to Lina Rice 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.

After giving them a proper Texas “howdy,” I felt enveloped in love by those Texas women. Each of the 100 volunteers stepped up and showed off the goodness of God as they served with such joy.

The City of Sisterly Love – FGF Highlights, Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia may be the “City of Brotherly Love,” but we were definitely in the city of sisterly love this past weekend. Such gracious and loving women with servant’s hearts—that’s how I would describe the volunteers at Fresh Grounded Faith Philadelphia.

Fresh Grounded Faith Philadelphia

Thank you to Adam Hamel 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.

Yet, those volunteers were just a sampling of the generous women who attended. I received so much encouragement, snacks, gifts, and over-the-top love from these women. Wow!

Spill the Beans LIVE with Lisa Whelchel at Fresh Grounded Faith St. Louis, MO [Episode 189]

Spill Beans Lisa Whelchel Michael O'Brien Fresh Grounded Faith St. Louis

Get ready, sister! We’re going to St. Louis, Missouri, for a Fresh Grounded Faith conference. But don’t worry—there’s no need to pack your bags! Since we’re going on the podcast, that means St. Louis is coming to you!

Today I’m joined by former Facts of Life actress, Lisa Whelchel, plus former lead singer of Newsong, Michael O’Brien, and we’re answering all kinds of questions from the audience. We like to call this part of the conference “Spill the Beans,” and it’s one of my favorites because we share lots of laughter while also getting real about our faith.