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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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A Cancer Diagnosis: How Life Changes Part 2
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Navigating a parent’s cancer diagnosis is one of the most difficult journeys a family can face—especially when that parent is your mom.
In this episode of the Upstream Podcast, Joy talks with Ashley Chickerella from Take Heart Cancer Community about her personal experience walking through her mom’s cancer journey. Ashley shares what it was like from diagnosis to treatment, the emotional highs and lows, and how faith, support, and community played a crucial role along the way.
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A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!