A Lady Well-Travelled
Welcome to A Lady Well-Travelled Podcast! In this show trailer, host and creator, Shannon Bednarova, invites you to join her and her friends as she travels the world for the next few years, sampling international cuisines, walking ancient paths, meditating in dimly lit churches, marveling at the beauty of the world and enjoying all the people she meets along the way. She'll be bringing you travel tips, insights and those "hidden travel gems" that others may overlook, with humor, grace and always a sense of style and fun. If you love all things travel and enjoy a lady who offers no-nonsense advice with a touch of Southern wit, you've found your new best friend!
DISCLAIMER: All opinions, recommendations and experiences shared on this podcast are solely those of the creator and/or her guests. Please do your own research and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions based on content shared on this show.
Thank you for listening! I welcome your feedback and suggestions or you simply let me know if you are enjoying the show. You can reach me at Shannon@ALadyWellTravelled.com
A Lady Well-Travelled
Expanding or Renewing Your Faith Through Travel - with Joy Owens, CEO of Butler Travel
Summary
In this episode of A Lady Well Traveled, host Shannon Bednarova speaks with Joy Owens, a travel agency CEO and former missionary. They discuss Joy's experiences growing up as a child of missionaries, the impact of travel on faith, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in mission work. Joy shares insights on organizing short-term mission trips, the significance of visiting holy sites, and how travel can deepen one's relationship with Christ. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of travel in worship and strengthening and renewing faith.
- Joy Owens is a CEO of a travel agency focused on humanitarian and mission trips.
- Traveling as a missionary provides a unique perspective on life.
- Experiencing different cultures can highlight materialism in the U.S.
- Visiting biblical sites can strengthen one's faith.
- Short-term mission trips can open eyes to both poverty and joy.
- Cultural sensitivity is crucial in mission work.
- Travel can be a way to share faith with others.
- Planning is essential for successful mission trips.
- Worship can be done in churches and cathedrals as well as in nature. Visit services in other countries for inspiration and joy!
- Traveling can reignite spiritual life and faith.
Episode Links:
Butlertravel.com
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DISCLAIMER: All opinions, recommendations and experiences shared on this podcast are solely those of the creator and/or her guests. Please do your own research and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions based on content shared on this show.
Thank you for listening! I welcome your feedback and suggestions or you simply let me know if you are enjoying the show. You can reach me at Shannon@ALadyWellTravelled.com