On this episode, we talk with the one and only Cristi Alexander - TCK from South Africa and is now working with the ISMK Office in Springfield, MO.

Join our conversation as we discuss the loneliness we often feel as TCKs and the beauty and comfort of the community God gives us. Tune in to the end to hear practical steps of dealing with emotions and the impact of practicing gratitude.

On this episode, we talk with Katie Hadinger, TCK from Mexico. We cover a lot on this episode. Join us as we discuss how to manage busy seasons, three key elements to set yourself up for success, and how we’re all trying to be intentional in prioritizing our faith when our schedules don’t always allow for it.

On this episode, we hear from TCK Austin Hines! Austin encourages us in discovering how God gifts us intentionally with experiences, skills, talents, and abilities so that He might use us for something bigger than ourselves and greater than what we can imagine. A coach by heart, you’ll feel him championing you on to be all that God created and designed you to be!

On this bonus episode, we’re joined by Stephen and Chris DiTrolio. From favorite Christmas foods to putting out fires, we know you’ll enjoy hearing from the DiTrolio brothers about their Southern Cone Christmas.

We hope you’re reminded this Christmas of how Jesus came on a 'silent night' to disrupt the norm and usher in a better way of communing with him.

Merry Christmas, TCKs!

On this bonus episode, we hear from Rebekah, Jonathan, and Joseph Godzwa, TCKs from Mexico. Whether they share about some of the common traditions, their favorite memories, or why they appreciate the best of both worlds, we know you’ll enjoy hearing from the Godzwa siblings!

We’re excited for you to join us as we learn how to celebrate a Mexican Christmas!

On this bonus episode, we are joined by TCK from Guatemala: AJ Marsiglio! She shares a story from her very first Christmas experience living as a TCK in Guatemala in 2001. AJ's Christmas story gives a little bit of insight into the excitement, joy, sense of community, and, as Colton puts it, chaos of celebrating Christmas in Latin America.

On this bonus episode, we hear from Adison and Abi Tvedt, TCKs to the Dominican Republic. You’ll not only hear them talk about the unique ways Dominicans celebrate Christmas, but how they adapted and created new traditions as a family that combined both winter and island customs.

This is such a fun conversation and we know you’ll enjoy getting a glimpse into a Caribbean Christmas!

On this bonus episode, Colton shares a Christmas experiences from Peru. Staring with feelings of frustration, disappointment, and being inconvenienced; it ends with a change in perspective on how sometimes personal sacrifice can be the greatest gift we can receive. His story is a timely reminder of the message of Jesus: leaving his heavenly throne to meet us in our need. What joy to the world!

On this episode, Michelle and Colton share some of their Christmas memories from growing up in missions. Who doesn’t love the Christmas season? Well, sometimes the reality of the season doesn’t live up to the expectations we place on it. This season, whatever it looks like, still reminds us that we can live in expectation and joy, despite trouble, because of the good news of Jesus.

On this episode, we are joined by Bwana Chad Phillips, TCK Director for Assemblies of God World Missions. Bwana shares stories from his own TCK journey - how he navigated transition, what that taught him, and his biggest piece of advice for TCKs transitioning back to the States for college. Tune in for lots of stories, resources, encouragement, and the reminder that you're not alone.

On this episode, we have our first career-oriented conversation with TCK Chloe Jones. Chloe is a TCK from Panama and now works as a nurse in Missouri. We cover everything from how growing up as a TCK in LAC helped Chloe develop skills she uses every day as a nurse, to one of her more interesting experiences since becoming a nurse.

On this episode, our dear TCK friend, Chloe Jones, shares about what God has been teaching her about the internal pressures to live up to the expectations of others. She also shares about how this process has helped her peel off the layers of understanding her true identity, not just as a TCK but as a cherished child of God.

Meet the hosts behind THE ROOTED TCK. Find out about where they grew up, some of their memories and experiences as TCKS, and what they’re up to now.

THE ROOTED TCK is a ministry of LAC; but whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome to join us! Tune in for a new episode every month!