Lifework Podcast
The Lifework Podcast is where faith, purpose, and calling come together. Hosted by Williams Baptist University President Dr. Stan Norman, this podcast explores the theology of work and why it matters for every believer. At Williams, we believe education is more than a degree — it’s preparation for a Christ-centered life of influence and service.
Through thoughtful conversations with faculty, leaders, and friends of WBU, the Lifework Podcast unpacks how God designed us to find meaning in our work and live out our calling in every sphere of life. Our goal is to inspire and equip listeners to see their lifework not just as a career, but as a way to glorify God and impact the world.
Lifework Podcast
From Hardship to Calling: The Early Life of Heather Parson
In Part 1 of this two-episode conversation, host Dr. Stan Norman sits down with Heather Parson—Assistant Professor of Business and Chair of the Department of Business at Williams Baptist University—to explore the remarkable story behind her calling.
Heather opens up about growing up in an agricultural community, her father’s near-death accident, years of financial hardship, and the ways God provided through the kindness of His people. She reflects on working from a young age, the pivotal educators who redirected her life, and the seeds of faith planted long before she fully understood God’s plan.
This episode traces the foundations of Heather’s spiritual journey—one marked by resilience, providence, and a God who was “never early but always on time.”
A powerful beginning to a story that reveals how the Lord uses every chapter to shape a life of purpose.