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Episode 90

Beginning Well

Featuring Joel Stepanek

April 18, 2022 | 24 min.

We only have a few firsts in life, but we have many new beginnings. Do you embrace a fresh start as an exciting opportunity or do you mourn what you left behind?

In this week's episode, Chenele Shaw and Joel Stepanek discuss how to meet new beginnings with grace and as moments to encounter Jesus Christ. Stepanek—vice president of parish services at Life Teen—also offers practical strategies for beginning well that will help you joyfully grow as a Christian.

About the Author

Joel Stepanek is the author of Chasing Humility and Beginning Well. He serves as vice president of parish services at Life Teen International.

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