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Hi Friend,

It’s week 2 of our book club and I hope you are reading and following along with us on Instagram. I loved the conversation with my mama and Candace Cameron Bure last Wednesday as we chatted about what “calling” really means. 

“I don’t feel like I need to go out and save the world, but I really need to minister to those that are in my sphere of influence.” –– Carol Faris“God clearly put on my heart that my season was to be with my children and I wanted to be there. But, it was still a difficult adjustment to surrender to motherhood. It took me a couple of years to go, ‘Oh, I know I’m in my calling, but now I’m enjoying my calling.’” –– Candace Cameron Bure

This week we are diving into chapters 3 & 4 and discussing how we uncover our unique talents & gifts. I can’t wait for you to meet my husband, John, who is a great example of giving ourselves the permission to try new things (he's been a basketball coach, real estate agent and in management). Buckle up! 

I have a challenge for you this week (it’s in the discussion guide on page 71 if you have your book. If you haven’t ordered yet...grab a copy HERE).  I want you to answer the next 3 questions, but also ask 2 people who are close to you to answer these questions about you!

1. What are you good at?

2. What do you love?

3. What do trusted people in your life notice that you’re both good at and love?

I love all of the questions this week in the discussion guide because it gives each of us an opportunity to dream without limitations and think about the unique ways we are wired and created...and that is a GOOD thing, friend. 

Tomorrow I’m posting this image on my Instagram story (@PaulaFaris) and would love for you to interact with me there, sharing what you would be doing with your life if fear or money were not a factor. Don’t forget to tag me so we can engage. Then as a reminder –– Tuesday I'll post a question box for you to ask any questions or thoughts about these chapters so we can discuss them on Wednesday night at 8:30 p.m. EST! 

Dream away this week, friends! 

In the meantime, here’s the latest on The Paula Faris ‘Faith and Calling’ Podcast. 

In this episode, I chat with my long-time friend, fellow Michigander and the first female Chief Meteorologist in ABC News history, Ginger Zee. We talk about how the pandemic changed her parenting style, her battle with depression, why she believes God gave her a second chance and so much more.Listen Now!