What does life with God look like in the middle of a hectic family life? In this episode, we’re kicking off a series of interviews with people in different decades and seasons of life. Today we’re welcoming Lucas Golden, a worship pastor, father, and husband in his thirties. Lucas describes a steady faith shaped by long-term community, mentors, and shared church life, and he shares how parenting formed him in what it means to be more present. You’ll hear about his current spiritual practices and rhythms, and how family life fits into that, and even provides new opportunities for trust and intentionality. No matter what decade you’re in, you’ll learn from this conversation!
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00:00 Welcome and Series Intro
01:18 Meet Lucas Golden
04:12 Lucas Faith Roots
07:20 Mentors and Community
10:06 Parenting Challenges
11:05 Dissonance and Letting Go
18:10 Spiritual Direction and Home
21:16 Practices and Presence
25:49 Trust Presence Intentionality
27:13 Joy of Serving
30:52 Worship Pastor Calling
32:24 Resources and Wrap Up
33:51 Final Thanks and Next Steps
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About Teresa McCloy:
Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives.
She lives with her husband of over four decades on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens, and traveling as much as possible. Connect with Teresa on Facebook or Instagram.
About Lindsay Sterchi:
Lindsay Sterchi is the Spiritual Formation Director at the REALIFE Process®. She also writes about habits and rhythms for the Mind, Body, and Soul for a holistic approach to spiritual growth and formation at lindsaysterchi.substack.com.
She lives with her husband Tyler and elementary-aged twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.
When she’s not working or spending time with her family, you’re most likely to find her reading a good book. Connect with Lindsay on Facebook or Instagram.
