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UpStream
It can be tough navigating life's rough waters. Up Stream is here to help make that journey a little smoother.
About the host: Joy Tolle
Joy has been with The River in various capacities since 2016. An ordained chaplain since 2019, she is now the lead chaplain for the team of River chaplains. She holds a deep compassion for people and believes her role is best described as a bridge between the sacred and secular, bringing Christ’s care and hope to those hurting and in crisis. Joy holds a Bachelor of Science in Christian counseling and is currently pursuing an MDiv in Pastoral Counseling. Joy and her husband live in Central Ohio and spend their (rare) free time teaching in children’s music ministries and coaching various drama teams.
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EP 03 - Glenn Lutjens - Healing Marriages in Crisis - Part 2
Glenn Lutjens is an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation and has been with Focus on the Family for over 25 years. He received advanced coursework in life coaching from the Professional Christian Coaching Institute. Before his time with Focus on the Family, Glenn served as an associate pastor in pastoral care at Pascack Bible Church in Hillsdale, New Jersey. He met his wife, Elizabeth, at Nyack College in New York.
In this episode, we’re diving into the gap between how spouses intend to act in their marriage and how they actually respond in challenging moments. We’ll uncover the triggers behind these differences, discuss how a spouse can lovingly address reactive behaviors, and outline the steps couples can take to bridge the divide between intention and reality. Plus, we’ll explore practical routines and habits that can help create healthier responses moving forward.