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Of Contents A Place to Be O-town Foodies ��4 Orlando’s Best Boba �� 5 Orlando’s Coffee culture �� 6 Central Florida Local Hangs ��7 Insider’s Scoop on Instaworthy Locations �� 8 Orlando’s Greatest Thrifts ��10

A Place to Grow Get You some Fitness Tips ��12 Adulting Hacks You Can’t Live Without ��13 Homemade Fall Recipe �� 14 MLC Alumni: Where are they now? ��15

A Place to change Money-saving Steals and Deals ��16 Fun Ideas for Fall Fashion �� 17

A Place to Know Recommended Books and Podcasts ��18 Young professionals from the Voice ��19

Welcome to the Voice Art Submissions: By You, For You ��20 The Voice’s Mixtape ��22 Get yourself Plugged In ��23

Dear

The Voice, To be honest, I haven’t the faintest idea of what to say on here. To be introspectively honest (that happens after I’ve had a Zaza’s Café con leche), I probably have a lot more to say than I let on. My prayer and hope for this season is that first of all: you enjoy this magazine as an extension and expression of our love. Second of all: is that you have the best FALL EVER…. that you move on from the tragedies and toxicity of the past (whether it was last week or even last night), that you move on to the bigger and the greater and; that you move on up to the new spiritual level Jesus has for you. Remember, HE has good things for YOU! All you need to do is trust Him all the days of your life and; you can start TODAY! In the meantime, don’t forget you have a family here at The Voice that is here and available for all the stuff in between! Blessings!

And once again,… Welcome To The Voice, Rev. Sonia I Figueroa, M.A.

O-town

Foodies Curated by Geraldine Jeannot

A Place to Be

“If you’re anything like me, the only thing that gets my heart racing is seeing my food delivered fresh to my table. Below is a list I’ve compiled of tried-and-true local places that’ll be sure to make your taste buds happy.”

Brunch

Dinner

Modern bakery with seating serving breakfast & lunch eats with Southern flair, plus sweets & coffee.

Array of Asian street eats, presented in airy, mod-industrial digs.

The Ravenous Pig $$$

Hunger Street Tacos $$

Stylish gastropub serving inventive New American fare.

Counter-serve hot spot for tacos, quesadillas & more, plus murals & covered patio seating.

Seven Bites $$

Soco Thornton Park $$$ Casual, warm restaurant with a large patio serving elevated takes on classic Southern fare.

Bulla Gastrobar $$

Hawker’s $$

Pig Floyd’s $$ Rustic counter-serve joint offering globally flavored BBQ dishes.

Contemporary restaurant with Spanish & Catalan small plates.

Blaze $

The Osprey $$$

Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.

Lively American spot with an open kitchen & central bar, offering a creative take on the classics.

The Monroe $$

Lunch

Twists on comfort food classics such as chicken noodle soup, shake-and-bake ham chops, and a few variations on fried chicken in a mid-century modern setting.

Exclusive, gourmet take-out restaurant serving Latin American cuisine.

Dessert

Pass Progressive Cuisine $

Ethos Vegan Kitchen $$ Laid-back vegan restaurant & bar in a large, loft-like space with brick, exposed beams & a patio.

Agave Azul Cocina Mexicana $$ A menu of classic Mexican dishes in a lively setting with sports TV & blue decor details.

Chicken Fire $

Kelly’s Ice Cream $ Unassuming, contemporary pink & white parlor selling a variety of handmade ice creams & sorbets.

Insomnia Bakery chain known for late-night deliveries, with some locations selling ice cream.

Crumbl Cookies $$

Soulful Nashville Hot Chicken with southern comfort food.

Fresh and gourmet desserts for takeout, delivery or pick-up. Made fresh daily. Unique and trendy flavors weekly.

Winter Park Biscuit Company $

The Greenery Creamery $

Fast-casual restaurant serving diner-style vegan food.

Scratch-made and small batch local ice cream boutique.

The Salty Donut $$ Family-owned, artisan donut shop that focuses on chef-made, small-batch, craft donuts that rotate based on seasonality.

Orlando’s

Best Boba Curated by Shakira McGowan

Möge Tee (Mills 50 District & Doctor Phillips)

Address(es): 636 N Mills Ave Unit#A, Orlando, FL 32803 (M50) & 7583 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819 (DP) Recommendation: Green Milk Matcha or Mango Pomelo Tea

Tan-Cha (UCF Area)

Address: 11913 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826 Recommendation: Brulee Thai Milk Tea **try something with signature tiramisu foam!

Spring Tea (West Orlando)

Address: 8457 S John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819 Recommendation: Galaxy Tea with Boba and Lycee Jelly

Boba Queen (West Orlando)

Address: 5600 W Colonial Dr #104, Orlando, FL 32808 Recommendation: Brown Sugar Organic Milk Tea

Krave Tea (Winter Park)

Coffee Coupon

Address: 839 S Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 Recommendation: Bloomer Mixed Fruit Tea or Lychee Butterfly Milk Tea w/ Boba

Love At First Sip (Winter Garden)

Address: 12750 W Colonial Dr, Winter Garden, FL 34787 Recommendation: Mousse Thai Milk Boba Tea

Address: 12098 Collegiate Way, Orlando, FL 32817 Recommendation: Kung Fu Milk Tea or Passion Fruit Green Tea

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Address: 452 S Hunt Club Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703 Recommendation: Ube Matcha Overload or Daigona Coffee Boba

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Orlando’s Coffee & Conversation

Each week, this Cadence meets at a different local coffee shop around the city. Sip some coffee (or your beverage of choice) as you join in on quality conversation and hangs. This group meets Thursdays Evenings! Download the Mainstream App or follow @TheVoiceOrlando for meeting information.

Coffee culture Curated by Grace Torres

Lobos Coffee Roasters $$

New to the Orlando coffee scene, Lobos Coffee shop has a diverse coffee menu accompanied by a great selection of snacks. If you’re looking for a modern coffee shop with a minimalist aesthetic that closes late, Lobos is your spot! I highly recommend their Facil Tigre for an afternoon pick-me-up.

Dunkin Donuts $

It’s no coincidence that their slogan is “America Runs on Dunkin”, because it does! Dunkin is reliably satisfying and especially perfect when you’re on-the-go and trying to stick to your budget. Not to mention, a chocolate cake donut from Dunkin always hits the spot!

Vanessa’s Coffee Shop $$

Are you in the mood for more than just a cup of coffee? If so, Vanessa’s Coffee Shop is the place to go. This Christian-owned coffee shop serves a smooth and sweet Café con Leche, and if you’re hungry, their sandwiches don’t disappoint!

Foxtail $$

Not a stranger to our coffee guide, Foxtail now has over 15 locations in the Central Florida area. Every shop has a distinct atmosphere, however, you can always count on there being plenty of space whether you’re looking to have a good conversation or a quiet place to study. The coffee is good and all of the shops have a selection of snacks. Foxtail knows their community well and has added to their menu an Iced Cafe con Leche that is exquisite (and that’s coming from me, a Puerto Rican coffee connoisseur)!

Lineage $$

Are you looking for a place where the aesthetic and coffee are superb? Head over to Lineage Coffee Shop. Their new location near UCF is ample and perfect for an afternoon study session. Their coffee selection is masterfully curated. However, if you’re a tea lover, be sure to try their housemade chai - it’s scrumptious!

The Salty Donut $$

You might know The Salty Donut for its irresistible brioche donuts; however, this Miami import makes a mean cup of coffee! The space is great for both studying and hanging out. Perhaps you want to read a good book in one of their lawn chairs on a weekday afternoon. Either way, The Salty Donut has a great coffee menu to accompany their donut selection. Be sure to check out their Cinnamon Toast Crunch Latte!

Central Florida

Local Hangs Curated by Kylie McKenzie

Monday // Harry P. Leu Gardens

Spend your day exploring 50 acres of botanical gardens! Great spot for pictures and picnics! (They offer free admission on the first Monday of every month!) 9am-5pm, $10 admission fee.

Tuesday // Raglan Road Live Music

Enjoy live tap performances on the Patio Stage from 6pm-10:30pm in Disney Springs, while enjoying authentic Irish food like Shepherd’s Pie and fish ‘n chips.

Wednesday // Old Town

Experience an array of unique motor vehicles at their Wednesday Night Themed Car Show weekly from 5pm-9pm, accompanied by live music and the Old Town Farmer’s Market.

Thursday // Art and Jazz Night

This third Thursday event is intended to highlight and support Historic Downtown Sanford’s thriving arts community. Listen to live music and enjoy the small-town vibes that Sanford has to offer.

Friday // Sak Comedy Club

Think “Whose Line is it Anyway?” This improv comedy club offers shows EVERY Friday night at 7:30pm and 9:30pm in the heart of downtown. Brace yourself for lots of laughter!

Saturday // DeLeon Springs State Park

Old Sugar Mill is the only local establishment that lets you cook your own pancakes right at your table. Show off your best pancake recipe from 8am-3pm. After breakfast, it’s easy to spend the afternoon exploring the park’s rich history and beauty. Whether you choose to swim or hike, or dine, park Admission is $6 per vehicle.

Sunday // Lake Eola

It’s one of those places you can go any day of the week to have fun, but particularly on Sundays, they host a weekly Farmer’s Market from 10am-3pm. It’s a perfect afternoon activity if you’re looking to fill time after morning service and before The Voice. Experience swan-shaped paddle boats, great food, and the Disney Amphitheater.

Insider’s Scoop on

Instaworthy Locations Curated by Alexis Stuart

Admit it, we all love a good selfie moment. Taking photos, whether alone or with friends, has honestly never been more accessible than it is today! With every new business designed with aesthetics in mind, Central Florida has so many creative spaces to offer. From funky to functional, here are a few of the faves:

The Robinson Room

This coffee shop has it all: good food, good coffee… and trendy vibes to go with it! Its decor is inspired by coastal meets boho meets Scandinavian, and a little modern too. Chat over coffee and a quick bite to eat on your lunch break.

Mills

It’s hard to get specific when every inch of this area is decked out in local art. Just drive up and down Mills Street, hop out of your car near any alleyway, and you’ll be sure to find a cool mural!

Park Aire Apartments

This mid-century modern, all-pink apartment complex screams vintage. It provides a cohesive, monochromatic backdrop to any outfit.

Lake Nona Town Center

Downtown Lake Nona provides some of the coolest, most original concepts in central Florida. Between Boxi Park’s shipping containers & market lighting; state-of-the-art parking garages decked out in brightly colored paint and binary cut-outs; the angel wing mural; a tree painted all pink just a block away; and Canvas’ world-renowned house of stained glass, Lake Nona is as diverse as it is unique.

Wall Crawl

Tucked away in Downtown Orlando, Wall Crawl’s creative backdrops are designed by local artists. Swapped out seasonally, come back for each holiday to experience curated backdrops. If you’re going alone, an in-house “Instagram Husband” can follow you around and take your photos for an extra price. If you’re a pet-lover, check their website and social media for information on their dog nights so you can bring your furry friend.

Polytechnic University

This one is a bit of a drive, but its architecture is worth seeing! This futuristic-designed college with an all-white exterior.

SelfieWRLD

Located in the Florida Mall, this 33-booth studio offers a wide variety of themed photo-opps. From swings to trampolines to neon signs and more, each space is interactive and unique. Their accommodating staff, mobile ring lights, and clicker upgrades make this place both fun and convenient. Each time you go, expect something brand new as they are constantly switching it up! 8

Florida Polytechnic University photo credit: floridapoly.edu

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Wall Crawl

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Orlando’s

Greatest Thrifts Curated by Pedro & Taylor Prado

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE EYE GAME

A tip about thrifting is to make sure you have some sort of idea in your mind on what exactly you are looking for; or else you’re going to spend A LOT of time and walk out of the store empty-handed. For example: look on Pinterest, screenshot a look from your fav celebrity you follow on Instagram OR get creative and throw a vibe together in your mind! Think about it from a Pirates of the Caribbean perspective; thrift stores are like oceans, you got out into the deep sea of second-hand clothing in search for hidden treasure at an affordable cost.

BELIEVE IT OR NOT

There are many DIFFERENT types of thrift stores and not any two are the same, unless they are owned by the same person. Places like Dechoes Resale, Owls Attic, Foundation, Etoile Boutique, The Lovely, and the infamous Avalon Exchange are all categorized as thrift store boutiques. Most people will find these boutiques to be a little bit more on the pricier side, however, all of the clothes they sell are curated more carefully, are still in pristine quality, and are quite unique. More often times than not, you will walk away with some special and if you don’t, there will still be something that catches your attention. You won’t ever find a dingy t-shirt or an item with stains or holes from one of these boutiques and quite honestly that is why you pay a little bit more. Most people will tell you boutiques like that aren’t “real” thrift stores. Regardless, it’s still second-hand clothing you are purchasing — it’s just better quality and easier to shop in. Also, what’s cool about these boutiques is a lot of them give YOU the opportunity to sell your clothes to them and make a profit!

FACTSSS

Coolest thing I have thrifted? Taylor: REAL vintage Chanel shoes from Dechoes Resale! Pedro: A Star Wars hand-painted denim shirt from Dechoes Resale!

“REAL” Thrifting

Thrifting originated WAY before these boutiques were popular. I’m talking about the original mom-and-pop thrifting that’s been around before thrifting was “cool”. Ya know, the type of thrifting where you can find hidden gems outside of just clothing? Places like Goodwill, Salvation Army, OMG Thrift, and Community Thrift. Now, places like this can be hard to find items in, however, that’s the beauty in it all! Thrifting requires patience and a good eye for the things you are looking for because once you find that diamond in the rough you’ll walk out feeling like you hit the JACKPOT! It’s the BEST feeling knowing you scored something cool, vintage, or valuable for such a cheap price. My grandma would take me thrifting with her on the weekends when I was little. She would find

cool little trinkets, beautiful jewelry, knick-knacks, and so much more. These stores would often be dusty, smelly, and sometimes very cluttered but like the saying goes, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure!

What to Thrift • Over-sized T-Shirts. • Anything from the 80’s. • Hand-designed Items. • Always look for cool over-sized t-shirts. What’s been popular of recent is Harley Davidson t-shirts, anime t-shirts, or just cool graphic tees. • Anything from another era is automatically going to be a GEM. Whether it’s a funky 80’s wind-breaker, a vintage denim jacket, or anything that makes you feel like you’re a part of The Breakfast Club. A pair of wild sunglasses can spice up any look, no matter the outfit. • What’s awesome is people often customize clothing then eventually sell it, donate it, or give it away! Whether it’s a crop top that was hand-made, a vintage tee that was bleached or dyed, or jeans/shorts that were distressed, ripped, or painted on re-purposed clothing is some of the best because it guarantees that no one else will have that exact item! From your favorite, newlywed, freshly-fitted thrifting duo, Taylor & Pedro, HAPPY THRIFTING FRIENDS!

Thrift Stores Avalon Exchange

Community Thrift

745 N Orange Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

5456 Hansel Ave, Edgewood, FL 32809

Foundation College Park

Owl’s Attic

2529 Edgewater Drive, Orlando FL, 32804

3106 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803

Goodwill Boutique

The Lovely

750 N Orange Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

2906 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803

Dechoes Resale

Etoile Boutique

2525 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 2110 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804

2424 E Robinson St, Orlando, FL 32803

Omg! Thrift

2054 FL-436 #140, Winter Park, FL 32792

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida Thrift Store

1442 FL-436 #1028, Casselberry, FL 32707

Salvation Army 1330 Semoran Boulevard, FL-436, Casselberry, FL 32707

Goodwill 7531 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809 4780 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando, FL 32822

A Place to Grow

Get you some

Fitness Tips

Curated by Liz Wright featuring Certified trainer Michelle Muñoz

Michelle Muñoz is a Certified Fitness Trainer and an incredible part of our Voice Fam! She is AFAA Group Exercise Certified, NASM Personal Training Certified, a Barre Above Certified Trainer, and TRX Certified. In other words, she’s awesome! Here are her Top Ten Fitness Tips for getting in shape this fall: 1. If you have a health-focused mentality instead of a vain-focused mentality at the gym, it’ll be easier to stay consistent! 2. Not every workout is going to be your best workout - and that’s okay! 3. For your warmup, it’s perfectly fine to include dynamic stretching, but no static stretching. 4. Start off with compound movements when lifting. Save the isolation exercises for the end. 5. Forget about the 10-minute ab workouts on YouTube. They don’t work! 6. If you’re a woman afraid of becoming bulky by lifting weights, don’t be! Nobody looks like that by mistake. Weightlifting will help you tone up fast. 7. Stick with whole foods instead of processed foods. 8. Don’t lift heavier than you’re capable of because you want to match the people around you. Everyone starts somewhere, and an injury from lifting too heavy can slow down that process. 9. Stretch at the end. Always. No matter what. 10. Thank God for allowing you to move your body after every workout! Being able to exercise is a privilege! Keep pushing toward your goals, Voice Fam! You got this!

Pro Tip:

Check out our Fall Cadences to find an interest-based group for you! From activity-focused groups like sports or game nights to discipleship-centered groups like Bible studies and worship nights, each semester our leaders switch it up! 12

adulting Hacks

You Can’t Live without Curated by Geraldine Jeannot

Write everything down.

Use apps like Reminders and Google Calendar to keep you on track for homework, house tasks, and various responsibilities.

Check Youtube University.

Youtube has a plethora of helpful adulting tips. From how to do an oil change to how to write a cover letter and how to tie a tie. Our favorite is the cooking recipes you can find online.

Make your bed as soon as you wake up.

Do not delay. As soon as you wake up, get up and make your bed. Not only will it make your room look and feel cleaner, but it also eliminates the urge to jump back in for “five more minutes.”

Start your day disconnected.

When you wake up, avoid the temptation to scroll on Instagram or check Twitter. Your brain is still waking up and the last thing you need for a productive day is to start by reading other people’s thoughts and comparing their lives to yours. Create a morning routine that avoids the phone if at all possible.

Wash your fruits and veggies.

When you return home from the grocery store, immediately wash your fruits and veggies. If possible, put them in a bowl so you can easily grab a handful when you open the fridge.

Drink at least 8 ounces of water.

We know, we know…coffee is WAY tastier. Water, however, is necessary to great health. Drink water every day. Put some lemons in it if that helps. Do what you gotta do, but stay hydrated!

Ask for help.

Nobody has it all figured out. Nobody is perfect, and regardless of what you may see on social media, nobody has it all together. Ask for help and take advice. We have to stick together in this crazy adulting phase of life. It’s not a sign of weakness to admit you don’t have it all together!

Homemade

Fall Recipe Curated By Liz Wright

The beautiful fall season is finally among us! And you know what that means: the scent of pumpkin spice is filling the air! Looking for the flavor fix, but don’t want to spend an arm-and-a-leg on Pumpkin Spice Lattes? Try out our favorite new fall recipe - homemade Pumpkin Spice Donuts! These little gems will surely and sweetly spice up the season!

What You Need: • 1 box Spice Cake Mix • 1 can Pumpkin Puree • 1 container Cream Cheese or Vanilla Frosting • Dash of Cinnamon • Donut Pan (Check out our recommendation on Amazon - “3-Pack Silicone Donut Baking Pan.” $7.99 for 3 pans!)

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400o F. 2. Mix Spice Cake Mix and Pumpkin Puree until just combined. 3. Coat donut pans thoroughly with nonstick baking spray. 4. Fill each mold with donut mixture to approximately ⅔ full. 5. (Pro tip: Pour the pumpkin mixture into a gallon ziplock bag, cut off a small corner of the bag to create a “piping bag,” and squeeze the mixture into each mold.) 6. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool. 7. Carefully remove donuts from mold. 8. In a separate bowl, microwave frosting for 15-20 seconds and stir. 9. Dip donuts top-down into melted frosting. 10. Top with a dash of cinnamon. 11. Snap a pic of your sweet treat, tag @ TheVoiceOrlando, and enjoy!

A Place to change MLC Alumni:

Where are they now? Curated By Jessica Herschel

Picture this: you’re a young adult who serves at Mainstream and you absolutely love it! Being involved and helping in your ministry is amazing, but you can’t help to think that you wish you could do more? Well, you’ve come to the right spot in this guide! Look no further than Mainstream Leadership College! MLC is a two-year internship program where you’ll be able to gain experience in the planning and implementation of weekly youth services, outreaches, worship ministry, and so much more! Sounds too good to be true? It’s not! Check out these MLC Alumni who are living their best lives, working in careers that could have only been possible through the guidance of MLC!

Savannah Crow Savannah graduated from MLC as Valedictorian in 2015. She is currently the Student Ministries Creative Director at Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago, where she met her now-husband, Tristen! She helps oversee all SEVEN of their student ministry campuses with services, camps, creative elements, and marketing and communications.

“MLC gave me the opportunity to grow in my giftings and discover the right tools to step into what God has called me to.”

Bianca Callahan

Bianca graduated from the internship program in 2015! Both Bianca and her husband Jason, who also graduated from MLC, are on pastoral staff at Brave Church in Miami. She oversees discipleship; leads their women’s ministry, known as DGHTRS; and even serves on their worship team weekly!

“Interning in high school ministry prepared me for what I’m doing now because it taught me discipleship through Fine Arts and student ministry for what I’m doing now — pastoring 114 leaders and close to around 70 different small groups.” 15

Money-saving

Steals and Deals Curated By Alexis Stuart

We get it... adulting is expensive. Starting from the bottom of the workforce, in our 20s-30s, we often find ourselves looking for ways to not break the bank. Not to mention, enter a pandemic that really just threw everyone for a loop financially. Luckily for you, we’ve found all the tips, hacks, and apps to give you a bigger bang for your buck.

1) Tithe.

Cliche, but Biblical. If there’s any advice we could give you for stewarding your finances, this is the secret! Tithing is simply giving back the first 10% of your paycheck to God through the local church.

2) Use HONEY. A smart web browser add-on that will score you the best promo codes. No more spending hours on end looking for active codes. This downloadable add-on is FREE & does the tedious work for you so you can be confident that you’re always getting the best deal on the net.

3) Download reward-based apps that give cash-back offers and discounts! GetUpside will give you money back for every gas purchase you make! Use my code “ALEXIS78943” for a bonus! I’ve made $115 to date! Ibotta & Rakuta are two shopping-based apps that provide discounts and cash incentives for uploading your receipts to items like groceries and appliances you may already be purchasing. PocketPoints gives you rewards for keeping your phone in your pocket while you’re in class or working. Set achievable goals for yourself, which will enhance productivity and savings!

4) Get into THRIFTING.

Any stereotypes you have about thrifting need to go. Thrifting is affordable and good for the environment. Check out Taylor & Pedro’s article on pages 10-11 for all the best tips from the gurus themselves!

5) But wait, there’s more!

To keep reading for more tips, check out The Voice Blog at https://thevoiceorlandoblog.com 16

Fun Ideas for

Fall Fashion Curated By Justin Colón

In Florida, Fall is the one (short) season a year that you can wear layers without having a heat stroke. Male or female, here are some of our favorite fall staples to keep in your wardrobe:

Sweaters

When the breeze begins to come through town, a thick long-sleeve sweater keeps you comfortable AND in style. Do you have a favorite color? Are you team V-neck or Crewneck? Maybe a bit of both?

Beanies

Your body stays warm in the Fall weather, but what about your head? Beanies will hug you tight and are so versatile, coming in both solid colors and with embroidered designs. Patches can be a unique modification for those into DIY projects too.

Tees

Just because it’s Fall doesn’t mean Florida still won’t get hot. Even with a breeze, the sun is shining. A standard tee or graphic tee (for spicy folks) can be paired with distressed jeans to complete a cool look.

Joggers

Do we even have to explain? They’re stretchy, cozy, and can match with your sweater and sneakers. Lace up the strings or let them hang.

A Place to Know

Recommended

Books and Podcasts Curated by you

We asked, you answered. Here are some of the top-recommended book and podcast submissions received from YOU right on the good ole ‘gram!

Podcast Recommendations As For Me and My House with the Ciciotti’s

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Battle Ready with Erwin & Aaron McManus

Boundaries by Henry Cloud

Everyday Theology

Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman

Get Real with the Dive Studios

Everybody Always by Bob Goff

Goal Digger with Jenna Kutcher

Forgiving What You Can’t Forget by Lysa TerKeurst

Heart & Hustle with Evie & Lindsey

Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino

Let’s Talk About it by Moral Revolution

Hinds Feet on High Places by Hanna Hurnard

Millionaire Success Habits with Dean Graziosi

Hung by the Tongue by Francis Martin

I Cry in Corners with Chari Orozco

Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison Warren

Solid 7 with Cale Matthews & Josh Rusch

Mere Christianity by CS Lewis

The BIble for Normal People with Peter Enns and Jared Byas

Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason

The Economist Radio The More of God Thirty Minutes with the Perry’s

Book Recommendations

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Young Professionals

From the Voice Curated By Justin Colón

The Voice is full of so many young entrepreneurs and creatives, we wanted to take a second to highlight a few that are really killing the game in their fields:

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Most people know Chris for his prolific wordplay and sick raps, but he also recently authored a book called The Middle (inspired by a sermon series from The Voice), for purchase on his website and Amazon. Learn to navigate about life’s hardest valleys while also supporting Chris’s endeavors!

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Welcome to the Voice

Untitled Poem by Tatianna Chaparro Life as we know it is built up

Live knowing that

Upon a long string of moments that pass us by

That everyday is an opportunity

It’s made up of worries and cares that are quick to pass

To be better

It’s made up of laughs and cries

To do better

Shouts and Quiet Conversation

To make that impact

Passion that runs as deep as the blood we have

At your final moments

Running through our veins

Don’t let the images on a screen

Life is a long string of moments

Flash before your eyes

Only few will stick with us

Let the times that you let go

Only few we will remember

And let life

All of them will probably include

Let God

Someone you loved

Be the very definition of what you defined life to be

Someone you cared for

Let the times that you were more than yourself

Someone who made an impact

Better than yourself

Life was never meant to be done alone

Define what the world says about you

Like the structure of the human body, life is fragile

After you’re gone

One bad mistake

So as I leave you pondering on what you think life is

One missed opportunity

I ask you:

And life as we know it

What is life as you know it?

Can be over That is why we must live

Art Submissions:

By you, for you Curated by Various Attendees 20

Digital Artwork By Kylie McKenzie

The Beach Club Apparel By Isaac & Greta

Illustrated Totes By Sofia Gonzalez

The Voice’s

Mixtape Curated by Liz Wright

We’ve heard it once said, “show me your music, and we’ll show you your future.” Music can change your mood, and has the power to speak life into you! That’s why we’ve curated a list of local artists from the Voice Fam! You can find their new releases on Spotify and Apple Music.

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Fravorite (All My Life) Single Toke Wright

Don’t Die!

The Middle Christopher Syncere

Party People Single Nikki Joy

Psalms of Juan, Pt. 2 Single Grxxt

God’s Voice Single Xand3r

All that I want Single Mainstream Worship

Get yourself

Plugged In Curated by Liz Wright

There are many ways to get plugged in here at The Voice! Here are some of the best:

New to The Voice?

Have you filled out our Get Connected Form? Scan the QR Code and fill out the form. All first-time guests receive a free gift!

Want to serve?

The Volunteer Team is a great place to start serving! Our volunteers help out at The Grill, The Scoop, Game Checkout, and more! Head to mainstreamorlando.com/volunteer to apply.

Looking for community?

Cadences are the perfect place to meet people! Cadences are our interest-based small groups at The Voice, and they meet nearly every day of the week. Download the Mainstream Orlando app for information on each Cadence and how to connect with a leader!

interested in photography and videography?

Join our Photo & Film Team and help capture those unforgettable moments! This team meets the last Tuesday of every month at 7PM in youth classroom A113, located right outside the Youth Auditorium.

Interested in discipleship?

We have just the thing! H2O is a discipleship class focused on diving deep into Scripture and foundational truths. This class meets Sundays at 5 PM in the youth classrooms A113 and A114. In addition, Voice AM is The Voice’s twist on Sunday School, meeting every Sunday morning at 10:15am in room E302.

With so many options, The Voice is the place for you! Email thevoice@faithassembly.org or follow us @thevoiceorlando on Instagram for more information and updates.