76 | Crafting a Bucket List for Single, Christian Women Over 50

What if this season of life isn’t about slowing down… but living on purpose? In this episode, we’re talking about bucket lists—not just the dramatic kind, but the kind that bring joy, courage, faith, and a little adventure back into everyday life. If you’re a single Christian woman over 50 wondering, “What’s next for me?”—this conversation is for you.

You’re not too old.

You’re not behind.

And you’re definitely not done.

We’ll laugh, reflect, pray, and dream together—because God isn’t finished with your story, and neither are you.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Psalm 90:12

Isaiah 52:7

Isaiah 46:4

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

Encore Episode 26 | Casting a Vision - Creating a Vision Board with Christina Jolly

Hello Jesus People Sisters!

What do you envision for the coming year? What goals have you set? We’ve all tried New Year’s resolutions and failed. Could a vision board make the difference? The Lord instructed the prophet Habakkuk to “Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it.” Join us as we learn how to create a vision board with Christina Jolly.

In today’s episode, Life Coach Christina Jolly will explain what a Vision Board is and the basics of how to create one.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Christina Jolly’s podcast: Believe for Bigger

Email: christina@christinajolly.com

Free resource: https://christinajolly.com/elevate-your-faith-in-5-minutes/

website: www.christinajolly.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084724639194

Instagram: @christinahjolly

Foy, Terri Savelle. Dream It. Pin It. Live It: Make Vision Boards Work for You (paid link) https://amzn.to/48PDOkA

Foy, Terri Savelle. Dream It. Pin It. Live It Workbook (paid link) https://amzn.to/48PDOkA

Habakkuk 2:2 (KJV)

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

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Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

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Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

75 | An Interview with Valerie Bryant - A Jesus Sister Excelling in the Last Third Part 2

There are millions of single, Christian women over fifty around the globe. The heart of Jesus People Sisterhood is to encourage our sisters to finish well. Like our Listener Spotlight episodes, every so often we will be doing episodes that highlight single, Christian women over fifty who are excelling in ministry or other fields in their last third of life. In this Part 2 episode of the series, we continue our interview with Valerie Bryant.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Valerie began her professional career as an Air Force Officer, serving through the rank of Captain in technical communications. After military service, she stepped into the role of military spouse, mother of 9, and founder of “the Close-Knit Family: Nurturing Strategies for the Family.” Her 33-year marriage was eventually devastated and shattered, ending due to spousal abandonment and unfaithfulness.

Forced to restart life, Valerie spent the next many years as a single parent to her remaining four children (all teens) and restarted life professionally to shelf-support. Having been a stay-at-home mother for years, it helped that she had entrepreneurial experience in various industries, to include family focus, education/training and personal empowerment. She went from driving Uber, working as a government contractor and then onto more sustaining employment at a Fortune 400 company.

Her original speaker platform transformed from supporting marrieds to sustaining and restoring women negatively impacted by marital trauma. Her message foundation is based on a resilient and mettle-tested, raw faith in the face of societal challenge. That is where TUFF Mama Time was birthed and continues today on social media and with live workshops.

When not relishing time with her “babies” and their little ones, Valerie can be found reading or penning more books, continuing fun athletic pursuits, while coaching and engineering programs for women (Mamas) in similar crisis situations.

How to connect with Valerie Bryant:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tuffmamatimebreakingthrough

E-mail: tuffmamatime@gmail.com

Website: www.tuffmamatime.com

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

74 | An Interview with Valerie Bryant - A Jesus Sister Excelling in the Last Third Part 1

There are millions of single, Christian women over fifty around the globe. The heart of Jesus People Sisterhood is to encourage our sisters to finish well. Like our Listener Spotlight episodes, every so often we will be doing episodes that highlight single, Christian women over fifty who are excelling in ministry or other fields in their last third of life. In this episode of the series, we hear from Tuff Mama, Valerie Bryant.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Valerie began her professional career as an Air Force Officer, serving through the rank of Captain in technical communications. After military service, she stepped into the role of military spouse, mother of 9, and founder of “the Close-Knit Family: Nurturing Strategies for the Family.” Her 33-year marriage was eventually devastated and shattered, ending due to spousal abandonment and unfaithfulness.

Forced to restart life, Valerie spent the next many years as a single parent to her remaining four children (all teens) and restarted life professionally to shelf-support. Having been a stay-at-home mother for years, it helped that she had entrepreneurial experience in various industries, to include family focus, education/training and personal empowerment. She went from driving Uber, working as a government contractor and then onto more sustaining employment at a Fortune 400 company.

Her original speaker platform transformed from supporting marrieds to sustaining and restoring women negatively impacted by marital trauma. Her message foundation is based on a resilient and mettle-tested, raw faith in the face of societal challenge. That is where TUFF Mama Time was birthed and continues today on social media and with live workshops.

When not relishing time with her “babies” and their little ones, Valerie can be found reading or penning more books, continuing fun athletic pursuits, while coaching and engineering programs for women (Mamas) in similar crisis situations.

How to connect with Valerie Bryant:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tuffmamatimebreakingthrough

E-mail: tuffmamatime@gmail.com

Website: www.tuffmamatime.com

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

73 | What You Should Know About Ozempic and Other GLP-1 Drugs Part 2

Many women over 50 want to lose weight. And most have heard of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. Perhaps some of you have considered taking them or are taking them now. But how much do you really know about these drugs and what they will do to your body? This episode is Part 2 of our deep dive into what these drugs are, how they work and our own opinions on taking them. And, we’ll also share what you can do to naturally mimic the effects of GLP-1 drugs.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Diary of a CEO: The Insulin & Glucose Doctor: This Will Strip Your Fat Faster Than Anything! https://youtu.be/NyFSkGMWP5Q?si=xQrPN4FPg585DsBi

Avery’s Story: https://youtu.be/gAO9s4Kcngk?si=_7_1RRH99Tydctzd

Mark Hyman, MD: Ozempic For Weight Loss - Here's Why You Shouldn't Take It For Longevity | Dr. Mark Hyman https://youtu.be/ipZODIzJsIo?si=CUaV7Dw0t34Nffic

Mark Hyman MD: The SHOCKING Truth About Ozempic Side Effects (And How To Avoid Them) https://youtu.be/zcBrvJzPiWU?si=QV-Fq-tMdX3HSCpg

Dr. Josh Axe: The top science-backed foods that mimic the effects of Ozempic… https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DddMa9qgW/

The Nerve with Maureen Callahan: The Age of Ozempic, Its Hidden Side Effects, and How to Navigate Holiday Eating, w/ Jillian Michaels https://youtu.be/YV5U6dZTHF8?si=aBNKF6vbKNBoucgg

1 Corinthians 6:19

Proverbs 23:31-32

Romans 12:2

James 1:2

1 Corinthians 10:13

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

72 | What You Should Know About Ozempic and Other GLP-1 Drugs Part 1

Many women over 50 want to lose weight. And most have heard of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. Perhaps some of you have considered taking them or are taking them now. But how much do you really know about these drugs and what they will do to your body? In this episode, we will take a deep dive into what these drugs are, how they work and our own opinions on taking them. And, we’ll also share what you can do to naturally mimic the effects of GLP-1 drugs.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Diary of a CEO: The Insulin & Glucose Doctor: This Will Strip Your Fat Faster Than Anything! https://youtu.be/NyFSkGMWP5Q?si=xQrPN4FPg585DsBi

Avery’s Story: https://youtu.be/gAO9s4Kcngk?si=_7_1RRH99Tydctzd

Mark Hyman, MD: Ozempic For Weight Loss - Here's Why You Shouldn't Take It For Longevity | Dr. Mark Hyman https://youtu.be/ipZODIzJsIo?si=CUaV7Dw0t34Nffic

Mark Hyman MD: The SHOCKING Truth About Ozempic Side Effects (And How To Avoid Them) https://youtu.be/zcBrvJzPiWU?si=QV-Fq-tMdX3HSCpg

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com

71 | An Interview with Linda Geiger - A Jesus Sister Excelling in the Last Third

There are millions of single, Christian women over fifty around the globe. The heart of Jesus People Sisterhood is to encourage our sisters to finish well. Like our Listener Spotlight episodes, every so often, we will be doing episodes that highlight single, Christian women over fifty who are excelling in ministry or other fields in their last third of life. In this episode of the series, we hear from a previous guest, Dating and Relationship Coach Linda Geiger. Linda shares her testimony and what the Lord has taught her in life.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Linda Geiger (a retired RN) is a professional coach, innovation leader, author, educator, and speaker. As a Christian entrepreneur, she is the CEO and founder of her own virtual love and relationship coaching practice. She promotes living a life of passion on purpose in service to God.

Linda is known for creating ease and fun (a certified laughter leader!), while guiding intuitive client insights during coaching sessions. Coaching outcomes include delightful and powerful self-discoveries and strategies as women’s lives become more and more of what God created them to be.

Her generous, visionary perspective has led her through surprising professional adventures and accomplishments in the U.S. and internationally. And she has enjoyed some state and national nursing awards along the way. But the honor of celebrating big wins with the women she mentors or coaches is what sparks her own passion and joy in the Lord each week.

Linda lives in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and loves to travel to beaches, try new hiking trails, and visit with family and friends over yummy dinners wherever she goes.

How to connect with Linda Geiger:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.geigervoyle

E-mail: linda@lindageiger.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lindageigerloveattraction5739

Website: www.lindageiger.com (testimonials, etc.)

Free Gift (e-book): https://www.lindageiger.com/free-gift

Psalm 100:4

Matthew 6:33

Proverbs 3:5-6

Philippians 4:6

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoples

Do you remember our episodes on Tara-Leigh Cobble and Intentional Singleness? Today, we revisit the topic after listening to a more recent Heart of Dating episode featuring a later interview with Tara-Leigh Cobble. In today’s Part 2 episode, we’ll continue our discussion about that later interview and what Tara-Leigh shared about dating and singleness.

May this episode bless you!

Ellie and Janine

Mentions:

Heart of Dating podcast with hosts Kait and JJ Tomlin https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s5-ep103-intentional-singleness-with-tara-leigh-cobble/id1358733969?i=1000547551246

Cobble, Tara-Leigh. The Bible Recap: A One-year Guide to Reading and Understanding the Entire Bible. (paid link) https://amzn.to/4mUvQwX

Cobble, Tara-Leigh. The Bible Recap Study Guide: Daily Questions to Deepen Your Understanding of the Entire Bible. (paid link) https://amzn.to/3HqfJXC

https://www.taraleighcobble.com/

Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It’s Impossible to BeSpiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature. (paid link) https://amzn.to/3JtFasE

Jude 1:24 (NASB 2020)

Let’s connect:

Visit our podcast page: https://jesuspeoplesisterhood.podbean.com/

Visit and like our Jesus People Sisterhood Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/JesusPeopleSisterhood

Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287239313730180

Jesus People Sisterhood Senior Housing - For Single Christian Women 50+ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880725785690917

Visit Janine Jordan’s website at https://www.riseupcoachingandconsulting.com/

Visit Ellie MacCormick’s website at https://samaramountain.com/

Contact Jesus People Sisterhood at support@jesuspeoplesisterhood.com