DoorWays® Ministry Network

Dan and Mandy Wootton, lead pastors at Carbondale Assembly of God in Tulsa, Oklahoma, share their experiences as the parents of four children. The Woottons discuss their journey from friendship to marriage, their decision to have a large family, and the impact of children on their relationship. 
Dan and Mandy provide advice for single and married individuals aspiring to be parents, highlighting the significance of raising godly...

Conflict, Communication, and Connection

Darren McKinnis, a Gottman Certified therapist, joins Ric Shields to discuss common disagreements in marriage and strategies for managing them. Darren explains that many conflicts are unresolvable, requiring couples to find workarounds and communicate from the heart. 

The episode concludes with encouragement to listen with open ears and hearts, fostering deeper understanding and conne...

On this episode, Pastor Phil Taylor brings decades of experience in church doctrine and family relations to the topic of marriage. The discussion delves into the evolving societal views on marriage and emphasizes the importance of marriage as a covenant for Christ followers.

Ric Shields and Pastor Taylor advocate for the spiritual and communal aspects of marriage, underscoring the shared memories and deep connection that develop ove...

In this episode, Summer Wyers, MS, LPC-S, discusses eating disorders. Summer emphasizes the complexity of eating disorders, their deep psychological roots, and the importance of addressing both emotional and physical aspects in treatment. The discussion also touches on the church's role in supporting individuals with eating disorders. Summer advocates for compassion, understanding, and the integration of faith and professional...

On this episode, Pastor Phil Taylor brings decades of experience in church doctrine and family relations to the topic of marriage. The discussion delves into the evolving societal views on marriage and emphasizes the importance of marriage as a covenant for Christ followers.

Ric Shields and Pastor Taylor advocate for the spiritual and communal aspects of marriage, underscoring the shared memories and deep connection that d...

In this episode, Ric Shields speaks with Dr. Larisa Grams, a leading mental health expert who works with veterans, about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She explains that PTSD is a natural response to trauma, which can include exposure to death, serious injury, or sexual violence. 

Dr. Grams identifies PTSD symptoms and emphasizes the importance of therapy. The episode concludes with Dr. Grams offering words of enco...

In this episode, Ric Shields speaks with Justin Hughes, a licensed professional counselor and Jesus follower from Dallas, Texas. Justin clarifies common misconceptions about OCD, emphasizing that it involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts and compulsive behaviors aimed at alleviating distress.

The conversation also touches on the strengths and weaknesses of the church in addressing mental health. Justin encourages listeners,...

In this episode, Dr. Michelle Satterlee, a licensed psychologist at Ascension St. John in Tulsa, Oklahoma, focuses on dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder. The conversation touches on the misconceptions and stigmas surrounding DID, the potential for recovery, and the role of faith in the healing process.

Dr. Satterlee emphasizes that while DID is complex, with proper treatme...

On this episode, Ric Shields interviews Linda Doak, a licensed professional counselor with 28 years of experience. Linda explains the nature of anxiety and differentiates it from stress and worry. She outlines various anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and potential causes, and describes effective treatments.

Linda shares her personal experiences with anxiety, stemming from a traumatic childhood and abusive relationships, and highli...

Megan Daubert shares her profound journey on the DoorWays® Ministry Network podcast, detailing the dramatic shift in her family's life after her husband Michael suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in February 2024. Once living a seemingly idyllic life in Virginia Beach, Megan now navigates the complexities of caregiving for Michael, who sustained an anoxic brain injury. Despite the physical improvements, the emotional and mental ...

Join host Ric Shields on the DoorWays® Ministry Network podcast as he delves into the importance of self-care with Dr. Becky Brett, a retired family practice physician and missionary. Dr. Brett shares her experiences working in Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mexico. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care across five key areas: mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social. 

Dr. Brett emphasizes the dangers...

In this episode of the DoorWays® Ministry Network podcast, host Ric Shields and guest Pastor Phil Taylor discuss the challenges and management of depression, particularly among pastors. They emphasize the importance of mental health awareness, noting that a significant portion of the population is affected by mental illness.

Pastor Phil shares personal experiences and insights on the symptoms and causes of depression, such as biolog...

Phil Taylor is an expert on the topic of depression, though not because he has earned advanced degrees on the topic or studied it extensively. He's an expert because he has lived with depression for much of his adult life.

Pastor Taylor shares his personal journey with depression, highlighting the difference between occasional sadness and debilitating clinical depression. He also shares practical coping mechanisms and...

In this episode of the Doorways Ministry Network podcast, Ric Shields speaks with Joshua and Nicole John, parents of a child who attempted suicide multiple times. The couple shares their emotional journey, discussing the unexpected challenges they faced, including the need to secure their home and the emotional toll on their family. They emphasize the importance of communication, prayer, and community support in navigating such cri...