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Hosted by Natalie Runion · religion · EN-US
Are you standing at the intersection of your faith and your frustration? Raised to Stay is the essential podcast for those who have seen the flaws, felt the pain, and questioned everything but still feel a powerful pull toward the heart of Jesus. We create space for the messy, honest, and complex journey of faith. If you have been raised in the church and are looking for a way to stay with Jesus without minimizing your doubts or frustrations, join us. Let's rebuild and remain, together.
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Signup to Generate a PitchAre you standing at the intersection of your faith and your frustration? Raised to Stay is the essential podcast for those who have seen the flaws, felt the pain, and questioned everything but still feel a powerful pull toward the heart of Jesus. We create space for the messy, honest, and complex journey of faith.
Raised To Stay is hosted by Natalie Runion. The show has published 24 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Navigating relationships with women in the church-Body and Soul with Lisa Whittle" (26 August 2025, 29 minutes), "Navigating relationships with women in the church- Embracing Your Sparkle with Sparkle Netto" (19 August 2025, 40 minutes), and "Navigating relationships with women in the church- Girls in Ministry with guest Jonetta Prendergast" (22 July 2025, 41 minutes).
Raised To Stay publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 24 episodes.
Booking probability for Raised To Stay is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Raised To Stay requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Raised To Stay's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for Raised To Stay are Religion & Faith. Raised To Stay has a religion audience.
Natalie Runion hosts Raised To Stay, a religion podcast with 24 episodes published.
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Episode #6
In this episode of the I Don't Even Like Women series of the Raised to Stay podcast, Natalie and Lisa Whittle discuss the importance of self-love, body positivity, and understanding our identity as women created in the...
Episode #5
In this episode, Natalie and Sparkle engage in a heartfelt conversation about the multifaceted roles women play in life and how they can embrace their identities without being confined to societal expectations. Sparkle...
Episode #4
In this enlightening conversation, Natalie and Jonetta Prendergast explore the complexities of sisterhood among women in ministry. They discuss the importance of healing, the impact of identity issues, and the...
Episode #3
In this conversation, Natalie and Courtney Smallbone explore the theme of women's identity, empowerment, and the importance of community. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding women's expression, the journey of...
In this episode of the 'Raised to Stay' podcast, Natalie and Becky Johnson, Lead Pastor of Jesus Culture Sacramento explore the complexities of women's roles in ministry, the challenges of vulnerability in the age of...
Episode #1
In this conversation, Natalie and Kristin Boss explore the complexities of women's experiences in entrepreneurship, emotional health, and personal growth. They discuss the challenges of navigating success, the emotional...
Episode #9
Join Natalie as she ministers at Life Church Sisterhood Conference in Wilmington, NC.
Episode #10
Join Natalie as she talks with Jeff and Terra Mattson (LMFT, LPC), founders of Living Wholehearted as they discuss the impact of church hurt and spiritual abuse in the church and how counseling can partner with pastors...
Episode #8
Join Natalie for this special summer series of unpacking the black boxes. This week we are unpacking a popular box, "Many don't want their foundations rebuilt on Jesus because they have grown comfortable with the one...
Episode #7
This summer Natalie unpacks some of the most popular black (and blue) boxes from her Raised to Stay online community. This week she dives into her latest black box- "Stop trying to get into rooms where God has closed...
Episode #6
Join Natalie and Pastor Christina Hoagland and Jordan Lewis from New Life Church in Colorado Springs, CO as they discuss the role of women in ministry as pastors and carriers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This raw...
Episode #5
Join Natalie at the Free Chapel Divine Conference as she reminds women they were included in the early Church of Acts.
Episode #4
Natalie joins Pastor David Ruybalid, Faith Renewal and Religious Trauma Informed Recovery Pastor at Life Church Peoria to discuss the challenges of going back into a faith community after being hurt by a trusted leader...
Episode #2
Natalie Runion, founder of Raised to Stay, addresses her Stayers on their response to her post regarding use of green rooms in the Church. Join her for an Instagram Live recorded a day following her viral post that sent...
Episode #1
Join Natalie as she sits down with her friends, the Pastor Wives Tell All in a discussion on staying, what your pastor's wife is really like, and the beauty of Biblical community.
Episode #9
Natalie is joined by Pastor Sharon Hodde Miller in this episode addressing our need for control. Sharon leads Bright City Church in Durham, NC with her husband, Ike. She is a best-selling author of multiple books, and...
Episode #8
In this episode Natalie shares some of her own story of disappointment when she went through an identity crisis from worship pastor to women's pastor. If you've ever felt like God has bait and switched you, if you've...
Episode #7
Join Natalie and Pastor Gabe Jenkins, a professional liscensed Christian counselor as they talk ministry, marriage and debunk the myths of counseling in the Church.
Episode #6
Natalie sits down with Amber Jones, Founder of GraceStory Ministries to talk about how her relationship with her earthly father impacted her view of her Heavenly Father. Join us as we go deep into how our relationship...
Episode #5
Natalie flies solo on this podcast to talk specifically to church leaders, volunteers and staff about the differences between Church Abuse, Church Hurt and Church Offense. In this episode Natalie challenges Church...
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