With graduation in the June air, I'd like to ask you to share your most important or memorable Spiritual Graduation Moment -- something that was hard to do, but you did it out of obedience to God!!
NOT INCLUDING: Your salvation.
I'm looking more for surrender and spiritual growth stories -- that will bless other Christians who may be struggling, while reading this BLOG.
Think discipleship, not evangelism!
Can't wait to hear about Your Moment of Truth! - but remember not to include confidential details,
Katieb
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
WHERE R U...on the Road From Success to Significance?
E-Coaching Tips
May 09
May 09
WHERE R U ON...
The 8 Stages on the Road From Success to Significance
1. Disengage to think.
2. Do a self-assessment to understand what "build on your strength" means to you.
3. Find your spiritual core.
4. Envision your mission-in-life.
5. Clear your plate to create capacity.
6. Build a "Second-Half Team" to support your mission.
7. Test your concepts in low cost probes, as well as with seismic testing!
8. Re-paradigm your life. Develop an entirely new way of thinking about your life.
Adapted from Game Plan
Adapted from Game Plan
by Bob Buford
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
WE JUST GOT ICF-PROVIDER APPROVAL!!! YAHOO!
NEWS FLASH:
Life Purpose Coaching Centers International® was ICF-approved TODAY as a provider of "Continuing Coaching Education" units by the International Coach Federation for our Courses #101, 201, 301, and 401a/b!!! (We only have 401c left to submit, and we will make sure that is done prior to presenting at the American Association of Christian Counselors' World Conference in Sept 09 in TN.)
Life Purpose Coaching Centers International® was ICF-approved TODAY as a provider of "Continuing Coaching Education" units by the International Coach Federation for our Courses #101, 201, 301, and 401a/b!!! (We only have 401c left to submit, and we will make sure that is done prior to presenting at the American Association of Christian Counselors' World Conference in Sept 09 in TN.)
This is HUGE for Christian Coaches - to be recognized by a secular entity that, in many respects, governs coach training!
Monday, January 26, 2009
What are your favorite sayings?!
I find myself saying these things all the time...
It's not my business.
Never, never, never give up! (Winston Churchill)
Matthew 7:7
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Read chapter
What if?
Why not?
What are some of your favorite sayings? Post your answer here and/or on my Twitter page (http://twitter.com) or my Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com.) -- both under Katie Brazelton.
Hugs on this cold day in SO CA,
kb
It's not my business.
Never, never, never give up! (Winston Churchill)
Matthew 7:7
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Read chapter
What if?
Why not?
What are some of your favorite sayings? Post your answer here and/or on my Twitter page (http://twitter.com) or my Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com.) -- both under Katie Brazelton.
Hugs on this cold day in SO CA,
kb
Monday, December 22, 2008
Happy New Year - Welcome 2009 in style!
The last part of 2008 has been a rocky road for me -- with crazy things like credit card fraud while the card was still in my wallet, lost luggage for 36 hours with my laptop battery in it, a flat tire on one of the busiest days of my life, numb hands that don't work without electrodes
zapping them, crashed computer (that one was totally my fault for plugging in a wrong cable! GGRR!), virus on a loaner-computer, leaky water heater which left me with no hot water for 5 days and showering at the community pool, book deadline in the next 50 days -- and trying to teach for Rockbridge Seminary and sit on a 2-day Jury Selection process while physically and emotionally helping my son's family move to Colorado and my daughter move to a neighboring county in CA.
zapping them, crashed computer (that one was totally my fault for plugging in a wrong cable! GGRR!), virus on a loaner-computer, leaky water heater which left me with no hot water for 5 days and showering at the community pool, book deadline in the next 50 days -- and trying to teach for Rockbridge Seminary and sit on a 2-day Jury Selection process while physically and emotionally helping my son's family move to Colorado and my daughter move to a neighboring county in CA.
But...what I learned during this odd season is that as I was tempted to throw a pity party, all I had to do was to ask others how they were doing to have my eyes really opened! I was so often
humbled by really tough situations in other's lives. For example, two friends lost their houses this week; another friend's husband is today having tests for possible colon cancer; and another friend's husband lost his job.
humbled by really tough situations in other's lives. For example, two friends lost their houses this week; another friend's husband is today having tests for possible colon cancer; and another friend's husband lost his job.
May I urge you during this New Year to be like Christ who cared deeply about the trials of others. Take the time to ask the all-important question: Do you have any prayer requests!? You will be forever blessed by asking the question and then praying for others. BTW, I often ask a waitress/waiter serving a meal: "We are about to offer thanks for this meal you have served us. Is there any prayer request we can include for you?"
But, if you try that, I must warn you to brace yourself. The last time I asked a waitress that question, she said to us: "Yes, please pray for my twin infant boys who were just born a few days ago and have to stay in the hospital for three more weeks. I'm really worried about them."
People are hurting. OFFER TO PRAY FOR THEM! You will make the birth, life, and death of Jesus more tangible for them and for yourself. May 2009 bring God's best for you and your family! And, may the prayers you offer on behalf of others change your life forever.
Hugs,
Katie Brazelton
Founder
Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
Monday, November 10, 2008
LPCCI CHRISTMAS SALE EXTRAVAGANZA!
SMALL GROUP CHRISTMAS GIFTS
Autographed Copies of Books!!
With 1 Dozen Books (minimum order), get...
- All books autographed
- Personalized email from author, Dr. Katie Brazelton, for your Small Group, other friends, family members, or clients.
- 1 free book of your choice!
All orders paid by Monday, Nov 17th, take 10% off total cost!
Pathway to Purpose for Women Personal Journal - Only 2 copies available! (Retail $9.99; Today: $7)
Pathway to Purpose for Women Audio CD - Only 5 copies available!
(Retail $19.99; Today: $15)Character Makeover: 40 Days with a Life Coach to Create the Best You - Only 4 copies! (Retail $12.99; Today: $10) Conversations on Purpose for Women - 24 copies available(Retail $14.99; Today: $9)Also available: EZ-Forms for Coaches and Clients to do long-distance with electronic templates Also available: 2 copies KoreanPraying for Purpose for Women - 28 copies available(Retail $14.99; Today: $9)Also available: 2 copies Chinese; 3 copies Portuguese
Pathway to Purpose for Women - 36 copies available (Retail $19.99; Today: $12)Also available: 1 copy ChineseDaily Seeds for Women Who Walk in Faith (Moody Radio) - 1 Devotional by Katie Brazelton(Retail $14.99; only offered as one of the free options while supply lasts - for those ordering at least 2 dozen books! This item is brand new -- only a few weeks old!)
HOW TO PLACE AN ORDER: Send an email to confirm that we still have the books you want in stock. WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com or MensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com or CouplesInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCentes.com. Then, request a PayPal Invoice or confirm total amount for the check you are mailing.____________________________ ALSO OFFERING A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEA FOR MEN!
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Sunday, August 24, 2008
My second grandson has been born!
My grandson was born. Everybody is healthy and napping -- and I mean EVERYBODY!
Born 12:46am Sunday in the middle of night
Easy delivery (Julie says!)
7 lbs + 21 inches
Alert and happy baby.
Thanks for your prayers and wishes of health.
I wanted to share my joy with you. I’m so excited,
Katie (Grammie)
Saturday, August 02, 2008
Would you like to comment: on "Effective Coaching" and/or pray with us?
E-Coaching Tips
August 08
This Month's Coaching Focus:
Key Behaviors and Skills for Effective Coaching
Life Purpose Coaching Centers International® teaches its Life Purpose Coach® students to operate from the following guidelines of key behaviors and skills that define today's coaching environment and create a solid foundation for effective coaching. We believe in and urge you to adopt similar practices when coaching, mentoring, and/or discipling others:
Meeting ethical guidelines and professional standards
Establishing a Coaching Agreement
Establishing trust and intimacy with the client
Being fully present for the client
Listening actively
Asking powerful questions
Communicating directly
Creating awareness
Designing action steps
Planning and goal-setting
Managing progress and accountability
These 11 principles are in agreement with the standards of the International Coach Federation.
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Friends, my heart is heavy with prayer requests that some of our Coaches have shared with me in telephone conversations and via emails during the past two months. I want to generically mention these to you, so you can know how to pray for us - as you better understand that Life Purpose Coaching Centers International® is more than an organization. We are family!
Our Coach's Prayer Requests:
Quadriplegic daughter
Double Mastectomy (2 Coaches)
Mortgage just increased $1000
Laid off from day job
Parents with terminal illness (3 Coaches)
Grief over having to turn off her sister's Life Support
Spouse's affair
Pregnant teen
Numbness in extremities
Thunderstorm destroyed computers/printer
Longing to be in full-time ministry with spouse
Teen suspended from a Christian College for drug use
Fear of giving a speech
Fear of taking the next step in ministry
Recession impact on family business
Alcoholic sister
West Nile Virus scare
Africa Visa approval to attend Laguna training
Indonesia travel arrangements to attend the training
My Personal Prayer Requests this Month:
Healing from two back surgeries (Jan and June 08)
My dad's two cancer surgeries this summer
Hard Drive crash last week
New book deadline on January 1, 2009
New website development (with bells and whistles)
Radio Show or at least a Radio Blog
International Coach Federation (ICF) Application
Thanks for supporting us in prayer this month,
Katie Brazelton
Founder, Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
August 08
This Month's Coaching Focus:
Key Behaviors and Skills for Effective Coaching
Life Purpose Coaching Centers International® teaches its Life Purpose Coach® students to operate from the following guidelines of key behaviors and skills that define today's coaching environment and create a solid foundation for effective coaching. We believe in and urge you to adopt similar practices when coaching, mentoring, and/or discipling others:
Meeting ethical guidelines and professional standards
Establishing a Coaching Agreement
Establishing trust and intimacy with the client
Being fully present for the client
Listening actively
Asking powerful questions
Communicating directly
Creating awareness
Designing action steps
Planning and goal-setting
Managing progress and accountability
These 11 principles are in agreement with the standards of the International Coach Federation.
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Friends, my heart is heavy with prayer requests that some of our Coaches have shared with me in telephone conversations and via emails during the past two months. I want to generically mention these to you, so you can know how to pray for us - as you better understand that Life Purpose Coaching Centers International® is more than an organization. We are family!
Our Coach's Prayer Requests:
Quadriplegic daughter
Double Mastectomy (2 Coaches)
Mortgage just increased $1000
Laid off from day job
Parents with terminal illness (3 Coaches)
Grief over having to turn off her sister's Life Support
Spouse's affair
Pregnant teen
Numbness in extremities
Thunderstorm destroyed computers/printer
Longing to be in full-time ministry with spouse
Teen suspended from a Christian College for drug use
Fear of giving a speech
Fear of taking the next step in ministry
Recession impact on family business
Alcoholic sister
West Nile Virus scare
Africa Visa approval to attend Laguna training
Indonesia travel arrangements to attend the training
My Personal Prayer Requests this Month:
Healing from two back surgeries (Jan and June 08)
My dad's two cancer surgeries this summer
Hard Drive crash last week
New book deadline on January 1, 2009
New website development (with bells and whistles)
Radio Show or at least a Radio Blog
International Coach Federation (ICF) Application
Thanks for supporting us in prayer this month,
Katie Brazelton
Founder, Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Do you agree with Dr. Gary Collins about "How to Evaluate Your Vision"?!
Let me know what you think of this list?!
EVAULATING YOUR VISION
Each vision is unique, but clear, God-given visions will have these similar characteristics:
Consistent with Scripture. No vision from God will violate any biblical teaching. Every vision for an individual or organization is consistent with God's plans as recorded in God's Word.
Consistent with your spiritual gifts, values, and passion.
Worthwhile. God-given visions are worth living for, sacrificing for, committing to, and maybe even worth dying for.
Clear and concise. They are easy to understand, remember, and communicate.
Characterized by high ideals. Every good vision must include commitment to excellence, integrity, respect for people, and similar values.
Ambitious. The best visions will guide, often amaze, and move people forward toward something much better than the status quo.
Scary. God-given visions can be life-changing, pulling us out of our comfort zones, instilling awe, stretching us beyond what we may see as our limits.
Unique. Does your vision really reflect who you are? If people who know you well are surprised by your vision, you probably don't have the right vision. And if your vision is the same as everyone else's vision, something is wrong.
Compelling. Visions feel right. They excite, motivate, and generate enthusiasm. The more you reflect on the vision the more you are convinced that this is what you have to do. If your vision brings a "ho-hum" response from others, something is wrong. If it doesn't inspire you, forget it. Visions that don't inspire aren't God-given visions.
Gary Collins, Helping Others Turn Potential into Reality: Christian Coaching. (NavPress, 2001): 126. [Dr. Collins is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of more than 50 books.]
EVAULATING YOUR VISION
Each vision is unique, but clear, God-given visions will have these similar characteristics:
Consistent with Scripture. No vision from God will violate any biblical teaching. Every vision for an individual or organization is consistent with God's plans as recorded in God's Word.
Consistent with your spiritual gifts, values, and passion.
Worthwhile. God-given visions are worth living for, sacrificing for, committing to, and maybe even worth dying for.
Clear and concise. They are easy to understand, remember, and communicate.
Characterized by high ideals. Every good vision must include commitment to excellence, integrity, respect for people, and similar values.
Ambitious. The best visions will guide, often amaze, and move people forward toward something much better than the status quo.
Scary. God-given visions can be life-changing, pulling us out of our comfort zones, instilling awe, stretching us beyond what we may see as our limits.
Unique. Does your vision really reflect who you are? If people who know you well are surprised by your vision, you probably don't have the right vision. And if your vision is the same as everyone else's vision, something is wrong.
Compelling. Visions feel right. They excite, motivate, and generate enthusiasm. The more you reflect on the vision the more you are convinced that this is what you have to do. If your vision brings a "ho-hum" response from others, something is wrong. If it doesn't inspire you, forget it. Visions that don't inspire aren't God-given visions.
Gary Collins, Helping Others Turn Potential into Reality: Christian Coaching. (NavPress, 2001): 126. [Dr. Collins is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of more than 50 books.]
Sunday, June 08, 2008
LPCCI has incredible news to share this summer!
Thank you so much to those of you who prayed us through the enormous 9-month (5-dozen reams of paper!) project to become an authorized provider of Continuing Education Units for the International Association of Continuing Education Training.
These words below were sweet to our ears in late-May: "Congratulations, your application to become an IACET Authorized Provider has been approved by the Commission."
We want to pause and thank God for this enormous blessing - that we will be able to reach nurses, social workers, counselors, therapists, teachers, ministers, etc., as they help people discover and fulfill God's plan for their lives. What a humbling honor to impact lives in this way. It is a very historic moment for our ministry to open our IACET Division with the addition of our Dean of Acadmic Affairs, Kathryn McColskey, Ph.D., and our Registrar, Susan Singleton, JD. In addition, we are thrilled to announce that our first applicant was a female Methodist Minister!
If you know of any groups who typically need CEU's related to our curriculum, please email us about how we might be able to spread the word with them.
Hope you enjoy the June '08 E-Coaching Tips below.
Join us Sept 08 in Laguna Beach, CA for our Life Purpose Facilitator Training!
May God's abundance be evident to you this summer!
Katie Brazelton
Founder, Life Purpose Coaching Centers Intl®
Check out our Character Makeover BLOG on the left Nav Bar of our homepage.
ASK US TO CONNECT YOU TO AN ONLINE CHARACTER MAKEOVER BOOK STUDY WITH ONE OF OUR COACHES!
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E-COACHING TIPS - JUNE O8
Ask your client or friend these leading questions and see where the conversation goes! We guarantee it will go deep and rich fast, so make sure you pray before you begin. And, remember to listen carefully.
What's right with your life?
What's wrong?
What's missing?
What are you afraid of?
Where's your leverage?
(i.e., time, money, passion, energy, ability, credentials, network, platform, spiritual giftedness, self-discipline, proven track record, support system, Hebrews 11 faith, etc.)
What's confusing?
What are you passionate about?
Sunday, May 04, 2008
This Month's Coaching Focus: When to Say Yes to a Ministry
This Month's Coaching Focus:
When to Say Yes to a Ministry
Because each one of us is already over-committed, it is very important that we set healthy boundaries for ourselves in ministry. Of course, we say yes to short-term ministry obligations when there is a great need, but these tips are targeted at long-term ministry commitments. These are the types of tips a Life Purpose Coach® would use with you:
Say yes when...
1. You have done an honest appraisal of the time commitment.
2. Your skills/talents/abilities match the task.
3. You will be operating in your spiritual giftedness.
4. You know that it is the correct season of your life to serve in this capacity.
5. You have pure motives for serving in this area.
6. You have been affirmed by other mature Christians.
7. You will have a support system.
8. You have some semblance of balance in your life.
9. You believe there will be noticeable fruit of changed lives.
10. You know that the ministry's methodogy works or can be tweaked.
11. You can surrender it all to God.
12. You sense that you "can't not" do it.
13. You have prayerfully sought God's will and have a green light to proceed.
vs. Opportunity knocks and you walk through the door out of guilt, duty, or an impure motive!
BLOG with me on this topic! TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK!
God bless,
Katieb
When to Say Yes to a Ministry
Because each one of us is already over-committed, it is very important that we set healthy boundaries for ourselves in ministry. Of course, we say yes to short-term ministry obligations when there is a great need, but these tips are targeted at long-term ministry commitments. These are the types of tips a Life Purpose Coach® would use with you:
Say yes when...
1. You have done an honest appraisal of the time commitment.
2. Your skills/talents/abilities match the task.
3. You will be operating in your spiritual giftedness.
4. You know that it is the correct season of your life to serve in this capacity.
5. You have pure motives for serving in this area.
6. You have been affirmed by other mature Christians.
7. You will have a support system.
8. You have some semblance of balance in your life.
9. You believe there will be noticeable fruit of changed lives.
10. You know that the ministry's methodogy works or can be tweaked.
11. You can surrender it all to God.
12. You sense that you "can't not" do it.
13. You have prayerfully sought God's will and have a green light to proceed.
vs. Opportunity knocks and you walk through the door out of guilt, duty, or an impure motive!
BLOG with me on this topic! TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK!
God bless,
Katieb
Wednesday, April 09, 2008
International Association of Continuing Education Training
Please join us at LPCCI in praying continuously for our Site Visit from IACET (International Association of Continuing Education Training) on May 15, 2008. This would allow us to offer Continuing Education Units to counselors, social workers, probation officers, nurses, teachers, etc., who will often (not always, but often) be able to use the Life Purpose Coach curriculum with their clients, patients, and students. Our initial (3"!) application was accepted with minor queries, so this would be the last step we would need to take in this 6-7 month process. PLEASE STORM THE HEAVENS FOR US! This could be life-changing for so many.
If you have any experience with any type of accreditation board and have any advice for us (or just want to bless us with prayer!), I'd love to hear from you in this BLOG.
If you have any experience with any type of accreditation board and have any advice for us (or just want to bless us with prayer!), I'd love to hear from you in this BLOG.
Monday, February 25, 2008
So, I'm reading this new book that I can't put down!
Was still trying to figure out why I am such a terrible BLOGGER, when my son gives me this incredible book, BLOG: Understanding the Information Reformation That's Changing Your World (Nelson Books) by a great Christian author, Hugh Hewitt, who is a New York Times Best-selling author. It's fascinating! Has anybody read it? I'd love to hear from you. If you have a ministry, I'd highly recommend it. HAPPY LEAP YEAR DAY ON FEB 29TH!
Katieb
Katieb
Saturday, February 02, 2008
SPECIAL NEWSLETTER: Katie is Celebrating 20 Years in Ministry!
ASK US TO EMAIL A COMPLIMENTARY COLOR COPY OF THIS 20TH ANNIVERSARY NEWSLETTER TO YOU! Write to WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com today!
February 2008
Special 20th Anniversary Edition
Celebrating 20 Years
in Ministry!
Dear BLOGGER,
"Oh taste and see that the Lord, our God, is good!"
- Psalm 34:8
Welcome to this special anniversary edition of our newsletter. My heart resounds with the psalmist's words! It has been 20 years now that I have followed my own life purpose, dedicated to helping others discover their life purpose. I have learned from the giants on whose shoulders we stand, have linked arms with my contemporaries, and have mentored countless clients, students, and friends, as they too, help others discover their life purpose.
To give you a little glimpse of the some of those years, I dug up some old photos. I got a good chuckle that some of them are a few hairstyles ago -- but hope you enjoy them!
Well, that was the past, and this is now. And, because this is National Coaching Week (Feb 3-9), this newsletter will fill you in on what I am doing right now; my coaching services, on-line book studies, the facilitation of 2-day life plans in my home, Life Purpose Coach tele-training classes...and more! I'm looking forward to serving you in 2008!
This past week, my son Andy told me I needed to "lighten up" my blog. Imagine! Here's my problem...I'm not quite sure how to do it...and I need your help! Will you meet me at my blog this week...I am looking forward to chatting with you there!
Thank you for taking a few moments to celebrate the past 20 years with me. God IS good!
God bless you,
Katie Brazelton
Founder, Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
BLOG with Katie
Rare Coaching Opps with Katie
I am really excited to let you know that I am offering (for the first time in a long time due to previous scheduling conflicts!) both group and individual coaching on a first-come, first-served basis.
Group Coaching: 5-Month Program!
(April-August '08)
Includes homework assignments for:
• Monthly tele-conference group call with me
• Monthly private call with me
• Monthly call with peer-coaching group partner
• Optional 1-day group retreat (9am-7pm. Materials provided. Hotel/food not included) in SO CA (or 2 extra private calls with me)
Private, Individual Coaching
Your choice of topic to discuss:
Life Purpose, Character Makeover, or "Getting Published."
Each month includes three, 45 minute telephone sessions with me
Email today: womensinfo@lifepurposecoachingcenters.com
for more your registration form and/or complete details!
20 YEARS IN MINISTRY: 1988-2008
1988 - Took spiritual pilgrimage to Calcutta, India
- Talked with Mother Teresa about joy and purpose
- Began writing Pathway to Purpose series
1989 - Visited Nobel Peace Laureate in Belfast, Ireland
1995 - Founded Mentors, Inc
- Was 1st woman in the world to become a Cerfied Life Plan Faciltator
1997 - Invited to work for Pastor Rick Warren on Saddleback Church Staff
2001 - Invited to become a Licensed Minister at Saddleback
2002 - Preached in Kenya on the topic of Life Purpose
2005 - Published 4 books & audio CD in Pathway series
- Founded Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
Bestseller
2007 - Published Character Makeover. Check out audio chapters on website!
2008 - Writing 6th book, "A Plan of a Lifetime"
- Have ministry expansion plans to grow from 7 countries to 14 this year. PRAY WITH US!
Character Makeover
Group Book Study
Is your Small Group looking to "switch things up" a bit? Well, here's an idea for you. Why not join me for an 8-week Character Makeover Group Book Study via tele-chat?
And if you don't belong to a Small Group, then grab a few of your girlfriends to go on this 8-week adventure with you. Each tele-session with me is 35-minutes, and once you are off the conference call, you can continue your discussion with your Small Group.
For registration forms and /or complete details,
just email: WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com
and be sure to put "Character Makeover Group Book Study" in the subject line!
And don't forget...there are some great Character Makeover tools on my website. Check them out here...
http://www.lifepurposecoachingcenters.com/NEWBOOKCharacterMakeover/tabid/264/Default.aspx
Spring/Summer Tele-Class Training Dates
Level One and Two
• NEW! April 08 - Coed Level One: Basic Life Purpose Coach®
• NEW! May 08 - Coed Level Two: Advanced Coaching and Business/Marketing
Level Three
• Repeat: March 08 - Coed Level Three: Basic Life Purpose Facilitator
• Repeat: June 08 - Coed Level Three: Basic Life Purpose Facilitator
Level Four
• NEW! July 08 - Coed Level Four: Advanced Life Purpose Facilitator
Level Five
• NEW! August 08 - Women's Level Five: Instructor Certification for Levels 1 & 2 only. By Founder invitation for a limited number.
Book Your Private, Individual, Life Plan with Katie Today!
Without a doubt, one of the favorite parts of my ministry has been facilitating women's Life Plans. To walk through such a Holy Spirit-guided process with women from all over the world has truly been a privilege since 1995.
To book your 2-day private, individual Life Plan with me in my home, or to get more details, email me at: WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenter.com
February's Group Chat with Katie!
Do you wonder what the group chat is all about? Well, it's an opportunity to gather on a tele-conference call and ask me questions about Life Purpose Coaching, about the training, about becoming a Life Plan Facilitator, or any other question you may have about LPCCI or me personally.
If you are interested in joining me on February's Group Chat, email Linda for the dates and for a tele-conference call-in number and password. Talk to you then.
Linda@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com
Through the Years! ASK US TO EMAIL YOU THE NEWSLETTER, SO YOU CAN SEE THE PHOTOS!!!!
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For the month of February, I would be honored to do a FREE 15-minute, individual, Character Makeover Laser Coaching Session for five (5!) women who respond with the best answer to this offer.
All you have to do is send an email to WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com with "FREE Character Makeover Laser Coaching with Katie as She Celebrates 20 Years in Ministry" in the Subject Line. Then, in the body of the email, note your city/state/country, your age, your current/future ministry dream, and answer this question:
"Why do you think you should receive a free coaching session at this time?"
I pray that this character-rejuvenating experience will inspire you to live out
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Offer Expires: February 29, 2008
Katie Brazelton | P.O.Box 80550 | Rancho Santa Margarita | CA | 92688
February 2008
Special 20th Anniversary Edition
Celebrating 20 Years
in Ministry!
Dear BLOGGER,
"Oh taste and see that the Lord, our God, is good!"
- Psalm 34:8
Welcome to this special anniversary edition of our newsletter. My heart resounds with the psalmist's words! It has been 20 years now that I have followed my own life purpose, dedicated to helping others discover their life purpose. I have learned from the giants on whose shoulders we stand, have linked arms with my contemporaries, and have mentored countless clients, students, and friends, as they too, help others discover their life purpose.
To give you a little glimpse of the some of those years, I dug up some old photos. I got a good chuckle that some of them are a few hairstyles ago -- but hope you enjoy them!
Well, that was the past, and this is now. And, because this is National Coaching Week (Feb 3-9), this newsletter will fill you in on what I am doing right now; my coaching services, on-line book studies, the facilitation of 2-day life plans in my home, Life Purpose Coach tele-training classes...and more! I'm looking forward to serving you in 2008!
This past week, my son Andy told me I needed to "lighten up" my blog. Imagine! Here's my problem...I'm not quite sure how to do it...and I need your help! Will you meet me at my blog this week...I am looking forward to chatting with you there!
Thank you for taking a few moments to celebrate the past 20 years with me. God IS good!
God bless you,
Katie Brazelton
Founder, Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
BLOG with Katie
Rare Coaching Opps with Katie
I am really excited to let you know that I am offering (for the first time in a long time due to previous scheduling conflicts!) both group and individual coaching on a first-come, first-served basis.
Group Coaching: 5-Month Program!
(April-August '08)
Includes homework assignments for:
• Monthly tele-conference group call with me
• Monthly private call with me
• Monthly call with peer-coaching group partner
• Optional 1-day group retreat (9am-7pm. Materials provided. Hotel/food not included) in SO CA (or 2 extra private calls with me)
Private, Individual Coaching
Your choice of topic to discuss:
Life Purpose, Character Makeover, or "Getting Published."
Each month includes three, 45 minute telephone sessions with me
Email today: womensinfo@lifepurposecoachingcenters.com
for more your registration form and/or complete details!
20 YEARS IN MINISTRY: 1988-2008
1988 - Took spiritual pilgrimage to Calcutta, India
- Talked with Mother Teresa about joy and purpose
- Began writing Pathway to Purpose series
1989 - Visited Nobel Peace Laureate in Belfast, Ireland
1995 - Founded Mentors, Inc
- Was 1st woman in the world to become a Cerfied Life Plan Faciltator
1997 - Invited to work for Pastor Rick Warren on Saddleback Church Staff
2001 - Invited to become a Licensed Minister at Saddleback
2002 - Preached in Kenya on the topic of Life Purpose
2005 - Published 4 books & audio CD in Pathway series
- Founded Life Purpose Coaching Centers International®
Bestseller
2007 - Published Character Makeover. Check out audio chapters on website!
2008 - Writing 6th book, "A Plan of a Lifetime"
- Have ministry expansion plans to grow from 7 countries to 14 this year. PRAY WITH US!
Character Makeover
Group Book Study
Is your Small Group looking to "switch things up" a bit? Well, here's an idea for you. Why not join me for an 8-week Character Makeover Group Book Study via tele-chat?
And if you don't belong to a Small Group, then grab a few of your girlfriends to go on this 8-week adventure with you. Each tele-session with me is 35-minutes, and once you are off the conference call, you can continue your discussion with your Small Group.
For registration forms and /or complete details,
just email: WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com
and be sure to put "Character Makeover Group Book Study" in the subject line!
And don't forget...there are some great Character Makeover tools on my website. Check them out here...
http://www.lifepurposecoachingcenters.com/NEWBOOKCharacterMakeover/tabid/264/Default.aspx
Spring/Summer Tele-Class Training Dates
Level One and Two
• NEW! April 08 - Coed Level One: Basic Life Purpose Coach®
• NEW! May 08 - Coed Level Two: Advanced Coaching and Business/Marketing
Level Three
• Repeat: March 08 - Coed Level Three: Basic Life Purpose Facilitator
• Repeat: June 08 - Coed Level Three: Basic Life Purpose Facilitator
Level Four
• NEW! July 08 - Coed Level Four: Advanced Life Purpose Facilitator
Level Five
• NEW! August 08 - Women's Level Five: Instructor Certification for Levels 1 & 2 only. By Founder invitation for a limited number.
Book Your Private, Individual, Life Plan with Katie Today!
Without a doubt, one of the favorite parts of my ministry has been facilitating women's Life Plans. To walk through such a Holy Spirit-guided process with women from all over the world has truly been a privilege since 1995.
To book your 2-day private, individual Life Plan with me in my home, or to get more details, email me at: WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenter.com
February's Group Chat with Katie!
Do you wonder what the group chat is all about? Well, it's an opportunity to gather on a tele-conference call and ask me questions about Life Purpose Coaching, about the training, about becoming a Life Plan Facilitator, or any other question you may have about LPCCI or me personally.
If you are interested in joining me on February's Group Chat, email Linda for the dates and for a tele-conference call-in number and password. Talk to you then.
Linda@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com
Through the Years! ASK US TO EMAIL YOU THE NEWSLETTER, SO YOU CAN SEE THE PHOTOS!!!!
FREE
COUPON:
Character
Makeover
Coaching
Session with Katie
For the month of February, I would be honored to do a FREE 15-minute, individual, Character Makeover Laser Coaching Session for five (5!) women who respond with the best answer to this offer.
All you have to do is send an email to WomensInfo@LifePurposeCoachingCenters.com with "FREE Character Makeover Laser Coaching with Katie as She Celebrates 20 Years in Ministry" in the Subject Line. Then, in the body of the email, note your city/state/country, your age, your current/future ministry dream, and answer this question:
"Why do you think you should receive a free coaching session at this time?"
I pray that this character-rejuvenating experience will inspire you to live out
God's unique purpose for your life.
Offer Expires: February 29, 2008
Katie Brazelton | P.O.Box 80550 | Rancho Santa Margarita | CA | 92688
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
My son Andy keeps telling me to lighten up this BLOG!
Okay, then...so what am I supposed to ask to lighten it up: DID YOU SHAVE YOUR LEGS TODAY?
Well, I just can't do it!!!! Somebody jump in here and help me with a great question that women will want to answer -- before I make a fool of myself.
Andy has a fabulous BLOG -- check it out to get ideas for a more happy/joyful tone: http://www.outsideallday.com/
I'll take all the help I can get in this cyberspace world.
Thanks in advance!
Katie
Well, I just can't do it!!!! Somebody jump in here and help me with a great question that women will want to answer -- before I make a fool of myself.
Andy has a fabulous BLOG -- check it out to get ideas for a more happy/joyful tone: http://www.outsideallday.com/
I'll take all the help I can get in this cyberspace world.
Thanks in advance!
Katie
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Every person has a story
The longer I am on earth, the more convinced I am that every person has an incredible story to tell. Just today, I saw my friend's 3-ft scar (not kidding) where a football-size malignant tumor was removed a few days ago. My other friend was sick her entire 2007 pregnancy and had to quit work; now that the baby is one-month old, she and her husband are facing foreclosure on their CA home, because they haven't been able to sell it in this bad market. Another friend did the eulogy at her beloved grandmother's funeral a few days ago, and another watched her dad be hospitalized unexpectantly two weeks ago. One friend just revealed that she is $100k in debt by a sudden turn of the marketplace. Another is bitter and broken over a horrid argument that went downhill fast with relatives. And, most know that our dear author friend, Ken Blanchard, lost his home in our recent fires.
So...with this rendition of sorrowful situations am I trying to say that my 2008 New Year's message to you is that LIFE IS HARD? No! You are already well aware of that fact. You could curl my hair with your own stories and those of your friends, I'm sure!
My message to myself and to each one of us is to take good care of those who need encouragement and/or a helping hand in 2008. My message is BE KIND to one another. And, to do that, we must strive daily to be holy -- because Christ is holy and he calls us to be like him. My message is to remind people that God holds our story (his-story; history) in HIS HANDS!
I would love for you to BLOG a response to me of 3-4 sentences that is a PRAYER OF ENCOURAGEMENT to anyone who may be reading or for anyone with whom God plans to have you cross paths this month. What would you (hypothetically and literally) say to someone who doesn't understand that God cares deeply about his/her story? Does a favorite Scripture come to mind? (Hands down, mine has got to be Matthew 14:27 - "Take courage! It is
May God blessings be evident to you and all whose lives you touch this New Year, dear BLOGGER-FRIENDS!
Katieb
Saturday, November 03, 2007
What is something unique that you have been grateful for in 2007?!
Hi there,
As we are in the month of celebrating our American Thanksgiving and 2007 comes to a screeching halt very soon, I would be blessed to hear from you about what unique thing you are grateful for today. Many could say that they are grateful for a personal relationship with Christ, good health, family, grandchildren, a good job, a reliable car, a roof over our head, friends, etc in the general category, but I'm hoping to hear something more unique and specific to your life!
My gratitude is huge this year for the growing part-time staff/consultants we have brought aboard in 2007: CEO/CMO Bill, President of our Men's Division Jeff, Executive Director Linda, Assistant Webmaster Jeremy, Trademark Attorney Mike, 501(c)3 Attorney Tim, Brand Consultant Ty, Web Designer Pat, Newsletter Editor Kathy, and Personal Assistant Julie! Combining this with our Webmaster Andy, Graphic Designer Mary, and Accountant Mike -- who joined us in 2005, I am one happy camper -- and oh, so grateful to God for each of these bright, creative, dedicated Christian workers!
I'm also very grateful that the fire season is nearly over!
What about you? I'd love to hear from you.
Katieb
As we are in the month of celebrating our American Thanksgiving and 2007 comes to a screeching halt very soon, I would be blessed to hear from you about what unique thing you are grateful for today. Many could say that they are grateful for a personal relationship with Christ, good health, family, grandchildren, a good job, a reliable car, a roof over our head, friends, etc in the general category, but I'm hoping to hear something more unique and specific to your life!
My gratitude is huge this year for the growing part-time staff/consultants we have brought aboard in 2007: CEO/CMO Bill, President of our Men's Division Jeff, Executive Director Linda, Assistant Webmaster Jeremy, Trademark Attorney Mike, 501(c)3 Attorney Tim, Brand Consultant Ty, Web Designer Pat, Newsletter Editor Kathy, and Personal Assistant Julie! Combining this with our Webmaster Andy, Graphic Designer Mary, and Accountant Mike -- who joined us in 2005, I am one happy camper -- and oh, so grateful to God for each of these bright, creative, dedicated Christian workers!
I'm also very grateful that the fire season is nearly over!
What about you? I'd love to hear from you.
Katieb
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Dangerous Surrender
Hi All,
I'm writing to brag about my girlfriend, Kay Warren. She has a brand new book out called Dangerous Surrender -- which is a must-read for anyone serious about following God's plan for their lives. I urge you to get it for yourself and others as a Christmas gift!
If you visit her website, www.kaywarren.com, and BLOG with her...let her know I sent you! She's excited about the impact this book can have for Christ!
Hugs -- as I head out on the road for 5 weeks to speak. Today, I head to El Salvador -- so your prayers are most welcome.
katieb
I'm writing to brag about my girlfriend, Kay Warren. She has a brand new book out called Dangerous Surrender -- which is a must-read for anyone serious about following God's plan for their lives. I urge you to get it for yourself and others as a Christmas gift!
If you visit her website, www.kaywarren.com, and BLOG with her...let her know I sent you! She's excited about the impact this book can have for Christ!
Hugs -- as I head out on the road for 5 weeks to speak. Today, I head to El Salvador -- so your prayers are most welcome.
katieb
Friday, October 05, 2007
Home from Kauai and needing prayer
Hi Fellow Bloggers,
I just want to check in with you to tell you that teaching Levels 3-4-5 in Kauai was a humbling treat of a lifetime. Nearly 80 coed students from around the world gathered to become better Life Purpose Facilitators for Christ. I was privileged to be surrounded by these holy people for 11 days in a paradise-type environment. (We hope to have a photo posted soon, and our newsletter is nearly ready for October!)
Here's where the prayer comes in. Prior to, during, and since returning from the Conference, our people have been hit with fire darts that come from living in a fallen world. Here is a small sampling of what the attendees faced before, during, or after: computer server nightmares galore, complete computer crash/fried, best friend committed suicide, husband had an affair, canceled flights with overnight delays, lost luggage, upcoming hysterectomy, mother got cancer, lost job x 3 people, ill child, congestive heart failure, exhaustion of leadership/teaching team, MRI showing degenerative back disease, foot surgery twice, etc.
Likewise, one of our women found $1900 in an old dress pocket and another one was given $50,000!
So...life keeps plowing forward -- with the good and the bad. Keep us in your prayers and let me know how I can pray for you too. Yes, I'm even willing to pray for a windfall for you to use for God's glory!
Hugs,
Katieb
I just want to check in with you to tell you that teaching Levels 3-4-5 in Kauai was a humbling treat of a lifetime. Nearly 80 coed students from around the world gathered to become better Life Purpose Facilitators for Christ. I was privileged to be surrounded by these holy people for 11 days in a paradise-type environment. (We hope to have a photo posted soon, and our newsletter is nearly ready for October!)
Here's where the prayer comes in. Prior to, during, and since returning from the Conference, our people have been hit with fire darts that come from living in a fallen world. Here is a small sampling of what the attendees faced before, during, or after: computer server nightmares galore, complete computer crash/fried, best friend committed suicide, husband had an affair, canceled flights with overnight delays, lost luggage, upcoming hysterectomy, mother got cancer, lost job x 3 people, ill child, congestive heart failure, exhaustion of leadership/teaching team, MRI showing degenerative back disease, foot surgery twice, etc.
Likewise, one of our women found $1900 in an old dress pocket and another one was given $50,000!
So...life keeps plowing forward -- with the good and the bad. Keep us in your prayers and let me know how I can pray for you too. Yes, I'm even willing to pray for a windfall for you to use for God's glory!
Hugs,
Katieb
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Any summer birthdays out there?!
We just celebrated Brazelton Weekend for Grandpa B (82), my son Andy (turning 28), and my sister-in-law, now 37 -- and I've known her since she was 5! We had all the festivities and finest dining on pizza. And, it would not have been complete without at least one screaming 3-yr-old who didn't want to cooperate with the professional photographer for 2 hours of family photos! Ah, yes, family get-togethers. I think I'm still hearing the screams 3 days later!
Carter, my grandson, hit the BIG ONE this summer -- back in late June. There must have been 100 people gathered in a local park for his birthday bash and baby dedication. Once again, there was pizza...but this time -- the boxes filled an entire picnic table. My job was to "secure the tables at 6am" -- so we would be assured of shade at noon. So, I sipped on Starbucks and had a fantastic Quiet Time out in the fresh summer air -- while I gave an evil eye to anybody who ventured too close to my staked-out and claimed TABLE TERRITORY.
And...I had a blast for my 57th birthday in June. I have absolutely no memory of what we did to celebrate (comes with the aging process, ladies!) -- but the kids say we enjoyed a lovely meal and a movie. I should ask them if I enjoyed the movie, ya?
What about you? Any bday fun going on this summer -- for the young or old in your life? For yourself? For the good, the bad, and the ugly?
Hugs,
Katie
Carter, my grandson, hit the BIG ONE this summer -- back in late June. There must have been 100 people gathered in a local park for his birthday bash and baby dedication. Once again, there was pizza...but this time -- the boxes filled an entire picnic table. My job was to "secure the tables at 6am" -- so we would be assured of shade at noon. So, I sipped on Starbucks and had a fantastic Quiet Time out in the fresh summer air -- while I gave an evil eye to anybody who ventured too close to my staked-out and claimed TABLE TERRITORY.
And...I had a blast for my 57th birthday in June. I have absolutely no memory of what we did to celebrate (comes with the aging process, ladies!) -- but the kids say we enjoyed a lovely meal and a movie. I should ask them if I enjoyed the movie, ya?
What about you? Any bday fun going on this summer -- for the young or old in your life? For yourself? For the good, the bad, and the ugly?
Hugs,
Katie
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