Benevolence
Where kindness matters and all are welcomed to the table.
Benevolence Podcast is a faith-based space created to uplift, encourage, and inspire. Each episode invites honest and heartfelt conversations about topics that shape our Christian walk — from spiritual growth and relationships to the real-life struggles many are afraid to talk about. Together, we create a community rooted in grace, authenticity, and kindness.
Episodes
104 episodes
The Power of Worship
This week, "The Power of Worship" is the anchor of our conversation! Join us at the table as we share a heartfelt discussion about how we can practically live a life of worship. We dive into how worship impacts us personally and explore:...
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Season 10
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Episode 8
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42:28
Positioned to Lead with Special Guest: Leslie Pierce
Join us this week as we sit down with the incredible Leslie Pierce to discuss what it truly means to be "Positioned to Lead."How does our faith influence our leadership roles, both in and out of the church?Leslie shares pow...
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Season 10
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Episode 7
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39:31
From Light to Darkness | Dangers of New Age PART 2
In Part 2 of “From Light to Darkness,” I sit down once again with Pamela Bultron Carrion to continue uncovering the spiritual dangers that often hide behind New Age “light.” This week we go deeper, talking about generational bondage, witchc...
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Season 10
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Episode 6
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40:56
From Light to Darkness | The Dangers of New Age with Pamela Bultron
Episode 5: From Light to Darkness — The Dangers of New Age with Pamela BultronIn this powerful and eye-opening episode, Ceci sits down with special guest Pamela Bultron to unpack the hidden dangers of New Age spirituality and ho...
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Season 10
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Episode 5
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1:07:55
Purpose without Striving | You don't have to earn your purpose, it's already given to you!
Episode 4: Purpose Without Striving | You Don’t Have to Earn Your Purpose, It’s Already Given to You!In this soul-refreshing episode, Ceci and Neesha unpack what it truly means to live with purpose without striving. In ...
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Season 10
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Episode 4
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35:09
Finding God in Everyday moments | How to embrace God's presence in the mundane
Episode 3: Finding God in Everyday Moments | How to Embrace God’s Presence in the MundaneIn this heartfelt conversation, Ceci and Neesha talk about the beauty of discovering God’s presence in the ordinary moments of life — from ...
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Season 10
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Episode 3
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34:29
Even if | What if God doesn't heal or provide?
🎧 Episode 2: Even If — What If God Doesn’t Heal or Provide?In this vulnerable and faith-filled episode, Ceci and Neesha sit down for an honest conversation about walking through seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and unanswered pr...
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Season 10
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Episode 2
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28:59
We're Back!!! The Year that Was!!
What's up homegirls! We've missed you! After nearly two years away, Benevolence Podcast is back for our 10th season! In this premiere episode, we catch up on all that’s happened during our break — the growth, the lessons, a...
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Season 10
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Episode 1
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28:22
Miracle on the Move with Joss Ilarraza
On this episode of Benevolence, we have the honor of having Joss Ilarraza joins us at the table to share with us her story of faith and healing. In this season of waiting, she shares how God is found in your moments of silence, of seeking, aski...
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Season 9
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Episode 10
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21:30
Godly Girl's Guide to Singleness with Janeesha Ilarraza
On this episode of Benevolence, Neesha has the honor of doing a solo episode discussing her experiences on singleness. She discusses navigating the complexities of being single in a Christian context. From finding your purpose to dealing with t...
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23:30
Tudo Passa | This too shall pass with Nathalie De Oliveira
On this episode of Benevolence, we had the honor of having Nathalie De Oliveira join us at the table to give us a life update on her journey with Crohn's disease. Living with chronic disease may be challenging isolating, mentally and phys...
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Season 9
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Episode 8
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57:08
Hey Mama, God still has a plan for you | How to embrace motherhood without losing your identity
On this episode of Benevolence, Ceci has the honor of doing a solo episode based on her experiences of motherhood. Motherhood is a gift and as beautiful as it can be, there are moments where we let go of many habits and things we used to enjoy....
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Season 9
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Episode 6
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23:56
Our Jesus Story! | How we found Jesus & how you can find Him too!
On this episode of Benevolence, we talk about our "Jesus Story" of how we came to know Christ as our personal Savior. Our experiences didn't happen in a lightning bolt, a burning tree moment, or in the midst of a revival. Our encounter occurred...
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Season 9
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Episode 6
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16:40
What gives you the ICK?
On this HILARIOUS & FUN episode of Benevolence, we are getting down and dirty with our all time ICKS! An ICK is considered something that is "unpleasant or a disgust", it can vary from a pet peeve to a cringe or trigger. This past year,&nbs...
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Season 9
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Episode 5
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29:24
Confessions of a Guilty Christian | How to overcome Guilt from your past & present!
On this episode of Benevolence, we dive into our Guilty Pleasures! Guilty Pleasures is something, such as a movie, television program, or piece of music, that one enjoys despite feeling that it is not generally held in high regard. We hav...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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34:38
On Galentine's Day we wear Pink! | How Friendships are just as important as your romantic relationships!
Happy Galentine's Day Homegirls! On this episode of Benevolence, we celebrate Galentine's Day with some fun girlfriend games! We also discuss how Friendships are just as important as your romantic relationships and how to make friends in your 3...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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42:52
Surviving Attempted Suicide | Ceci's Story
On this episode of Benevolence, Ceci shares her story on how she struggled with suicidal thoughts and survival of attempted suicide. She discusses those dark moments of despair and how the only HOPE that she found was in Jesus. **Trigger warnin...
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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43:10
How to approach the New Year differently | Lessons learned & Expectancy for 2023!
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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43:26
Toxic Traits
On this FINAL episode of Season 8, we discuss Toxic traits that we find are very important to pay attention to and how to learn to spot the traits within others around you. Toxic traits refer to habits and behaviors that harm other...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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54:54
Lessons from Encanto
On this episode of Benevolence, our bestie, Pamela Bultron-Carrion, joins us at the table once again to discuss the epic Disney movie, Encanto! We dissect each character from the film and discuss many family related messages portrayed throughou...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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1:02:35
Hard, but necessary Truths
On this episode of Benevolence, Neesha and I get down and dirty with some 'Hard, but necessary Truths.' Our very own experiences have definitely molded our character, the way we see life, and who we allow around us. Sometimes, there are just so...
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52:55
Body Kindness
On this new episode, Denise Bonnet joins us at the table to share her testimony. As a young teenager, she dealt with body image insecurities which caused her to have an eating disorder for many years up until her adulthood. Eating disorders aff...
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35:02
Beauty in Imperfections
On this new episode of Benevolence, we have the privilege of having Host of Beauty Marks Podcast, Liz Sabillon, join us at the table to share with us her story. Liz boldly discusses her experiences with insecurities, co-dependency issues, disor...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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41:30
Seasons of Love - Part II
On this exciting new episode of Benevolence, Christian-Gospel artists, Dvotion3, joins us at the table to talk about their "New Season Love." Dvotion3 joined us during one of our earlier seasons and here we are again to gain more insight relati...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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47:30