Podcast: Wealth Development Council – Holy Family Radio

Episode 82, Year end Planning part 1 Aired December 8, 2025

Episode 83, Year End Planning part 2, Aired December 15, 2025

Joy to the Burg Aired December 22, 2025

Planning To-Do’s part 1, Aired January 12, 2026

Planning To-Do’s part 2, aired January 19, 2026

Journey to well Done, Aired January 26, 2026

Journey to Well Done part 2, aired 2/2/2026

episode 50 Aired May 5, 2025

Episode 47 Aired week of April 14, 2025

Episode 46 Aired 4/8/2025 Building Wealth Wisely

What is wealth? Aired March 31, 2025

Part 2: Gifting Protect your family and your assets! Discover smart gifting strategies to avoid unintended tax consequences and make your generosity count.

Part 1: Gifting. Discover practical tips and inspiring ideas for a more meaningful holiday season. Learn how to create lasting memories and give back to your community.

Reproduction of Episode 12. Musicians Joe Trojcak and Greg Platzer, along with Nick Mucci from Christian Churches United discussing Joy to the Burg. Includes an updated Week in Review segment.

Reproduction of Episode 16. Dave Hooke discussing Project Lamplight. Includes an updated Week in Review segment.

Faith in the Workplace. Discover how the Believers in Business Network, with insights from Sarah Raley, helps Christian professionals connect and put their faith into action.

Estate Planning Essentials. Attorney Mary-Jo Mullen helps you avoid common estate planning mistakes. Learn how wills, trusts, and more protect your family and your legacy.

Addressing Urgent Needs. Discover how New Hope Ministries provides food, housing, and youth programs. Joel Giovanetti explains how businesses can get tax credits through helping provide support to the community.

How Presidents Shape Your Money. James & Eric dive deep into the history of US financial policy, revealing how decisions made in the Oval Office impact your investments, taxes, and even things like inflation. Learn how different presidents have shaped our economy, from the gold standard to the Federal Reserve.

Part 2: The Eternity Portfolio. As we continue with Alan Gotthardt’s, The Eternity Portfolio, discover practical strategies for building your Eternity Portfolio, including asset allocation, giving wisely, and leaving a lasting legacy that honors God and impacts generations to come.

Part 1: The Eternity Portfolio. Learn how to align your finances with your faith by creating an “Eternity Portfolio” that focuses on long-term, kingdom-building investments alongside your traditional financial planning, following Alan Gotthardt’s The Eternity Portfolio.

Part 2: Asset Classes. Join us for Part 2 of our conversation about asset classes. Don’t miss this episode as we tie together many of the concepts from Part 1 to give an informed overview on this topic.

Part 1: Asset Classes. Dive into the world of investing with us as we break down the basics of asset classes. In Part 1, we explore the characteristics of stocks, bonds, and commodities, laying the foundation for building a diversified portfolio.

Part 2: Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA). Join us as we dive deeper into the world of IRAs as we discuss disallowed investments, important beneficiary information, tax, and estate implications to empower your retirement.

 Part 1: Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA). Explore the history of IRAs, different account types, common misconceptions, and clarify key concepts to help you make informed decisions.

Combating Sexual Exploitation in Central PA. Patty Seaman from Peace Promise joins us to discuss the heartbreaking problem of sexual exploitation in Central Pennsylvania and how her business is working to make a difference through outreach, intervention, and advocacy.

Finding Purpose and Ministry in Your Vocation. Join us as we talk to Dave Hooke about his soul-searching journey after a trip to Haiti and how it led him to create Project Lamplight. We’ll discuss how finding ministry and purpose in your vocation can change your life and the world around you.

Biblically Responsible Investing. Join us for a conversation with Nathan Parrott from Timothy Plan, a company that helps individuals and families invest their money according to biblical principles. We’ll discuss what it means to be a biblically responsible investor and how to align their values with their portfolio.

The Power of Time-Bound Goals in Wealth Management. Discover how setting time-bound goals can transform your financial journey on today’s Money in Mission. We’ll explore the importance of deadlines in achieving your mission, from retirement planning to estate planning. Uncover practical strategies to keep your financial goals on track.

Financial Literacy: Empowering Your Journey. Jennifer Ostrander from Compass Financial Ministry joins James and Eric to discuss the critical importance of financial literacy across all seasons of life. She shares her personal journey to financial literacy advocacy and offers practical insights on how to improve your financial knowledge through resources like Compass’s small group studies.

Joy to the Burg: Music with a Mission to Combat Homelessness Musicians Joe Trojcak and Greg Platzer, along with Nick Mucci from Christian Churches United, share the inspiring story behind Joy to the Burg, a music project that’s making a real difference in combating homelessness in Harrisburg, PA.

Why ‘Finish Lines’ Matter. Cody Hobelmann joins James and Eric on Money in Mission to discuss the importance of establishing ‘Finish Lines’ in personal finance and business, challenging the notion of ‘never enough’. They explore practical strategies for creating and achieving these finish lines, fostering contentment and aligning actions with values.

Relevancy in Goal Setting: Aligning Actions with Mission. This episode explores the importance of relevancy in goal setting. Discover how to ensure your goals align with your values & purpose, whether in business, managing wealth, or planning your legacy.

Aligning Action with Success: Achieving Your Goals. This episode explores how aligning actions with aspirations is key to achieving success. Learn how to ensure your efforts align with your values & goals, and hear real-life examples of overcoming obstacles.

Measurable Success: Financial Goals & God’s Plan. This episode dives into making success measurable in our financial and spiritual lives. Explore biblical examples of measurable goals & learn how to apply this concept to your life. Discover how to create a written plan for your finances & spiritual growth.

The Power of Written Plans: Achieve Success. This episode explores how written plans can transform your success in personal finances, business, & life. Learn practical tips for crafting effective plans to achieve goals, make informed decisions, & stay on track.

Redefining Success: Biblical Perspective on Wealth & Fulfillment. This episode challenges conventional notions of success, exploring a more meaningful definition rooted in biblical wisdom. Discover how your understanding of success impacts your financial decisions, career, & well-being.

Debt Unveiled: Types, Risks & Biblical Principles. This episode delves into the world of debt. Discover why people borrow, different types of debt, & potential risks. Learn how unfunded liabilities impact our finances, plus biblical principles for managing debt responsibly.

Mutual Funds: A Beginner’s Guide. This episode unravels the complexities of mutual funds. Learn how they work, their potential risks & rewards, & how to choose funds that align with your values. Discover tips for reading prospectuses & annual reports.

Investing in Education: The Mercy School Sunflower Seed Oil Project in Kenya. This episode explores how wealth & investment impact education in Kenya. Guests Samuel Kagundu from Mercy School & Kathy Troxell discuss challenges facing Kenyan education & an innovative sunflower seed oil project.

Inflation Unveiled: Impact on Your Wealth. This episode dives into the complex world of inflation, explaining how it affects the economy, businesses, and your daily life. Learn about the Purchasing Managers Index and discover how inflation can both help and hurt your finances.

Money – Problem or Tool? A Biblical Perspective on Wealth Management. This episode explores the dual nature of money. James & Eric discuss financial challenges like debt & inflation, plus real-life success stories through biblical principles.