Raised To Stay

Natalie Runion

English Arts Books Christianity Relationships Religion & Spirituality

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Episodes 24

Avg. Duration 37m

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Since Jan 2023

Latest Episode Aug 2025

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Every 2 Weeks

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Episodic

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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

S4E6 Navigating relationships with women in the church-Body and Soul with Lisa Whittle

Aug 26, 2025 28m

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…

S4E5 Navigating relationships with women in the church- Embracing Your Sparkle with Sparkle Netto

Aug 19, 2025 39m Transcript

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…

S4E4 Navigating relationships with women in the church- Girls in Ministry with guest Jonetta Prendergast

Jul 22, 2025 41m

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…

S4E3 Navigating relationships with women in the church- Technicolor Women with Guest Courtney Smallbone

Jul 16, 2025 41m Transcript

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…

S4E2 Navigating relationships with women in the church- Women Belong in the...with Guest Becky Johnson, Lead Pastor of Jesus Culture Sacramento

Jul 08, 2025 41m Transcript

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…

S4E1 Navigating relationships with women in the church- Women are so Emotional with Guest Kristen Boss

Jul 01, 2025 53m Transcript

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…

S3E9 Palm Trees and Tent Pegs

Mar 23, 2025 35m

Join Natalie as she ministers at Life Church Sisterhood Conference in Wilmington, NC.

S3E10 How church hurt and spiritual abuse impacts mental health in the church

Mar 23, 2025 59m

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…

S3E8 SUMMER SERIES- UNPACKING THE BLACK BOXES

Jun 02, 2024 26m

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…

S3E7 SUMMER SERIES-UNPACKING THE BLACK BOXES

May 29, 2024 37m

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…

S3E6 Women In Ministry

Apr 04, 2024 51m

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…

S3E5 The Women Included

Dec 14, 2023 35m

Join Natalie at the Free Chapel Divine Conference as she reminds women they were included in the early Church of Acts.

S3E4 Going Back After Getting Hurt

Nov 02, 2023 37m

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…

S3E2 If We're Going to Deconstruct the Church, Let's Start with Green Rooms

Oct 28, 2023 36m

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…

S3E1 Raised to Stay Featuring The Pastor Wives Tell All- What Your Pastor's Wives Want You to Know

Oct 18, 2023 37m

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.

S2E9 Raised to Stay Through...Losing Control

Apr 12, 2023 31m

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…

S2E8 Raised to Stay Through...Identity Crisis

Apr 04, 2023 23m

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…

S2E7 Raised to Stay Through...Marriage and Ministry

Mar 29, 2023 30m

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.

S2E6 Raised to Stay Through...Fear of God

Mar 07, 2023 46m

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…

S2E5 Raised to Stay Through...Church Hurt

Feb 14, 2023 40m

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…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Raised To Stay have?

Raised To Stay has published 24 episodes since January 2023, covering topics in Arts, Books.

Is Raised To Stay still active?

Raised To Stay is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.