Las Locas Chronicles
Welcome to our podcast—A podcast about two Latinas, one faith, endless stories! This is a podcast about 2 friends, Pastor Alexa Pineda and Pastor Jessica Fernandez, PhD, two Latinas from New York who are all about helping Christian women like YOU step boldly into your God-given purpose. After 30 years of friendship (yes, THIRTY!), we’re keeping it real and talking about everything—what friends, wives, believers, and pastors struggle with, plus all the beautiful, messy, and faith-filled moments along the way. Think of us as the tías you never had but always needed—the ones who’ll cheer you on, tell you the truth (even when it stings), and pray over you like your abuela would. Here, we serve up real talk with a side of spiritual fire—Bible truths, practical advice, and a whole lot of corazón. So, grab your cafecito, hit that subscribe button, and let’s grow, glow, and give God the glory together. Dios tiene grandes planes para ti—let’s get to it!
Episodes
This month on Las Locas Chronicles, we’re dedicating our conversations to the women who are leading, serving, building, creating, and answering God’s call—whether that happens in ministry, the workplace, business, or somewhere in between.
And this episode? We’re taking you to lunch! We’re ordering from Ichiban in Amarillo, TX, and yes… they get a Las Locas 5-star for the f...
What happens when life throws something unexpected at you and suddenly your mind is filled with “What if?”
This week was a rough one for Las Locas. Unexpected life events brought real anxiety, fear, and uncertainty—and reminded us how quickly our thoughts can spiral when we don’t know what comes next.
In Episode 88: What Ifs — When Anxiety Takes Over, we talk honestly abou...
What do you do when you’re not where you want to be—but you’re also not where you used to be?
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, we’re talking about the messy middle through 1 Samuel 7:12 and Samuel’s Ebenezer stone: “Thus far the Lord has helped us.”
Sometimes we get so focused on what hasn’t happened yet that we forget how far God has already brought ...
The Difference Between Giving Up & Surrendering!
Have you ever said, “I’m done!” but deep down you weren’t really done?
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, Jess and Lex talk about the difference between giving up and surrendering.
Giving up says: “I don’t believe this can change.”
Surrender says: “I don’t have to control how this changes.”
Giving up...
Sometimes the answer isn’t doing more—it’s recognizing just how tired we really are.
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, we’re talking about rest and what it means to rebuild from scratch when your body, mind, emotions, and spirit have been running on empty.
Inspired by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s book Sacred Rest, we unpack the seven types of rest: physical, mental, emotional, sensor...
What does it look like to show up as the best version of yourself—not for approval, comparison, or perfection, but because you recognize the value God has placed in you?
In Episode 84, we’re talking about the little things that can help us feel more confident, intentional, and prepared to walk into the spaces God has called us to. Sometimes showing up differently starts with something as simple as...
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, we’re talking about the powerful influence women have inside their homes, marriages, churches, and communities.
Titus 2:3–5 calls mature women to teach and mentor younger women—not only through their words, but through the way they live. Biblical mentorship is about showing the next generation what it looks like to love God, love their families, walk in wisdo...
What does it look like to have faith that stays rooted when life gets stormy?
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, we’re talking about Palm Tree Faith—the kind of faith that may bend under pressure but refuses to break. Jesus reminds us in Matthew 7:24 that the wise person doesn’t just hear His words but puts them into practice, building their life on a firm foundation.
And Psalm 92:13–14 r...
A new season does not always require us to work harder, move faster, or prove more. Sometimes God invites us to remain close, rest in His presence, and trust Him as our refuge.
In this episode, we explore Psalm 91 and what it means to abide under the shadow of the Almighty. Abiding is more than visiting God when life becomes difficult—it is choosing to dwell with Him daily. It is learning to remain connected to...
What do children truly need to learn before becoming responsible adults?
In this episode, we discuss the lessons that go beyond academics—personal responsibility, respect, emotional maturity, financial wisdom, a strong work ethic, healthy communication, and learning how to make wise decisions. We also explore the importance of allowing children to experience consequences, solve problems, contribute at home, and...
When you see a yield sign, it doesn't mean stop—it means slow down, pay attention, and move in step with what's around you. The same is true in our walk with God.
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, we talk about what it really means to yield to the Lord. Too often we're running ahead of Him with our own plans or lagging behind in fear, distraction, or disobedience. But God calls us to walk with Hi...
How many opportunities have we missed because we hesitated?
In this live episode from Yummy Bites, the Locas have an honest conversation about overthinking, waiting for the "perfect" moment, and delaying what God has already called us to do.
The truth is, you will never feel completely ready. But if God is opening the door, it's because He's already been preparing you.
Stop waiting. Stop hesitating. Get to the point.
We...
Church should be a place of healing, encouragement, and spiritual growth—but sometimes the deepest wounds come from people sitting in the pews beside us.
In this honest and biblical conversation, we tackle the reality of “Mean Girl Ministry”—when insecurity, comparison, jealousy, and competition creep into the Body of Christ. We talk about the women who gossip, exclude, criticize, intimidate, ...
There is wisdom in knowing the season God has you in.
Sometimes we want to rush ahead, hold on to what has passed, or compare our season to someone else’s. But every season has purpose. Some seasons are for planting. Some are for pruning. Some are for waiting. Some are for moving forward.
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, we talk about learning to discern your season, trust God’s timing, and stop fi...
Why is it so tempting to look back?
Whether it's an old relationship, a previous season of life, a former church, or "the good old days," we often convince ourselves that going back will bring the peace, comfort, or fulfillment we're missing. But what if we're idolizing the memory instead of remembering the reality?
In this episode, we unpack why looking back is such a natural instinct, how nostalgia can keep us spiri...
What if the grief you're carrying is no longer helping you heal?
In this episode, we tackle a difficult but necessary question: Has grief become a place you've settled into instead of a season you've walked through?
Grief is a natural response to loss, and God never asks us to ignore our pain. But sometimes we hold on to sorrow so tightly that it begins to define our identity, limit our future, and keep us from embrac...
The Invitation | Hospitality Is More Than Hosting
Hospitality is more than clean houses, perfect tables, or fancy dinners. True biblical hospitality is about making room for people the way Christ made room for us.
In this episode of Las Locas Chronicles, Pastors Alexa Pineda and Jessica Fernandez talk about the power of community, creating safe spaces for people, and why hospitality reveals what’...
Faith was never meant to stay in our heads. Real faith moves. Real faith shows up. Real faith carries people when they cannot carry themselves.
In this episode, we talk about what active faith looks like through two powerful biblical examples:
• The four friends who refused to give up and carried the paralytic to Jesus, even tearing through a roof because they believed Jesus could heal him.
• Aaron ...
Rejection has a way of shaping how we see ourselves, others, and even God. In this episode, we confront the lies rejection tries to plant in our hearts and declare freedom, healing, and identity through Jesus Christ. We talk about the pain of being overlooked, abandoned, misunderstood, betrayed, and not chosen — and how God still calls, loves, and uses us anyway.
We are CANCELLING REJECTION with God’s Wor...
What are you willing to trade for temporary comfort? In this episode, we talk about the danger of settling for what is immediate instead of trusting God for what is eternal. Through the story of Moses’ mother, we explore the faith and surrender it takes to release what we love into God’s hands, believing His plan is greater even when it hurts. We also unpack the story of Esau, who gave up his birthright ...
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