Episodes

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Luman Wing, a biochemist, pastor, and chaplain. With his unique blend of scientific expertise and pastoral heart, Dr. Wing explores how our bodies respond to trauma and healing at the molecular level. Discover how the emerging science of epigenetics intersects with building authentic community and faith-based healing. From the biochemistry of human connection to the power of safe spaces, this episode weaves together cutting-edge science and timel...

In Episode 4 of Old Paths New Steps, hosts Peter Voorhees, Josh Lott, and Malissa Bertella explore the profound practice of lament and its role in healing and faith. Drawing from the first recorded lament in Genesis to Jesus's expressions of grief, they unpack how lament isn't just about expressing pain—it's about discovering who God truly is in the midst of our suffering. Through personal stories and biblical insights, they examine how God himself models lament, showing it's not a sign of weak ...

Join us for a transformative conversation with Rick Griffin, founder of the Neuro Leadership Academy, as he reveals how understanding trauma and the brain's response to past experiences can revolutionize the way we build community. Through engaging examples, including a revealing game of Simon Says, Rick shares practical insights on moving from judgment to curiosity, recognizing behavior as communication, and creating spaces where people feel safe enough to flourish. Whether you're a leader, edu...

In Episode 3 of Old Paths New Steps, hosts Peter Voorhees, Josh Lott, and Malissa Bertella explore the vital role of authentic community in healing. Drawing from Henri Nouwen's wisdom that "Christian community is a healing community not because wounds are cured, but because wounds become openings for a new vision," they unpack how true healing happens in the context of relationships. Through personal stories—from Malissa's experience with elementary school students to Josh's insights on the lone...

In Episode 2 of Old Paths New Steps, hosts Peter Voorhees, Josh Lott, and Malissa Bertella delve into understanding trauma through a biblical lens. While "trauma" has become a cultural buzzword, appearing in countless books and podcasts since Bessel van der Kolk's "The Body Keeps the Score" hit bestseller lists, the hosts explore its deeper meaning and physiological impact. Drawing from both modern research on adverse childhood experiences and ancient biblical wisdom, they examine how our bodies...

In this debut episode of Old Paths New Steps, hosts Peter Voorhees, Josh Lott, and Malissa Bertella lay the foundation for a unique exploration of trauma, faith, and healing. Fresh from the holiday season and admittedly still finding their routines, the hosts share vulnerable insights from their collective decades of pastoral and personal experience. From Josh's journey with family addiction to Malissa's experiences of both receiving and witnessing care in the church, each host brings a distinct...

In this final teaser before our launch, get a sneak peek at what's ahead for Old Paths New Steps. Featuring select moments from our upcoming first episode, we share our vision for exploring timeless wisdom in today's world. Join us as we preview the conversations, insights, and journey ahead. Our full-length premiere episode launches Monday - don't miss the beginning of this exciting new adventure. Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Meet some of the amazing people joining us on Old Paths New Steps! From Lu, who shows us how ancient wisdom literally transforms our DNA, to Greg, whose friendship grew through deep conversations about faith, sexuality, theology, and inclusivity. You'll hear from Rick, a master of workplace transformation with a passion for trauma-informed practices, and Andrea, whose gift for seeing "the thing behind the thing" has revolutionized our church's approach to ministry. These aren't just interviews ...

Meet Josh, co-host of Old Paths New Steps. With a unique blend of humor and insight, Josh brings his diverse experience as a pastor, non-profit leader, and foster parent to the conversation. He understands firsthand how trauma-informed care is crucial in every setting - from churches to families to organizations. Josh's mission? To help us ask better questions and see the fuller picture of human experience. Through his lens of practical wisdom and genuine care, he'll challenge us to think differ...

In this special teaser episode of Old Paths New Steps, meet Malissa, one of our compassionate co-hosts. She opens up about her transformative journey through trauma-informed care and her deep desire to understand people's stories. With authenticity and warmth, Malissa shares how her experiences have shaped her mission to love others better and create spaces for healing conversations. Get a glimpse into the heart behind our podcast and the meaningful discussions we'll be exploring together. Join ...

Hey there! Over the next few weeks, we want to give you a chance to get to know the faces and hearts behind Old Paths New Steps. We're passionate about exploring how ancient wisdom speaks to modern life – where theology meets science, where traditional understanding meets new discoveries, and where healing and hope take root in both the old and the new. Through these short introductions, you'll learn a bit about who we are and why we believe these conversations matter. Consider this your perso...

Something new is coming! Old Paths New Steps is a podcast born from hearts radically transformed by love, community, and a relationship with Jesus. We are excited to share with you things that we are passionate about related to trauma informed care, theology, resiliency, hope, making room for the 'other' in church, building strong faith communities, honest lament as worship, and so much more! We're looking to start releasing episodes starting in February. Our goal is an hour long episode once a ...