Coffee In The Park with Jennifer and Cam
Coffee in the Park with Jennifer and Cam
Re-imagined, Reinvigorated, Real.
Pull up a chair, grab your favourite brew of coffee, and join Jennifer and Cam as they share the story behind the story of everyday people.
From stories of resilience to laugh-out-loud moments, each episode is a blend of authenticity, inspiration and encouragement, celebrating the moments that make us all human.
Whether you are walking your dog, commuting to work or enjoying your morning coffee, Jennifer and Cam are here to remind you that everyone has a story worth telling-and sometimes the most powerful ones are hiding in plain sight!
Coffee In The Park with Jennifer and Cam
A Coffee with Ben Kellert, Pastor, Auctioneer, and Former Mayor!
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Grab a coffee and pull up a chair for an unbelievable conversation with Ben Kellert; a pastor, champion auctioneer, and former small-town mayor!
Ben's journey began on a farm in Leduc, Alberta, where he grew up speaking German as his first language and spent his mornings and evenings tending to livestock. After a family move to Wetaskiwin due to his father's health, Ben graduated high school with a clear calling: he was going to be a pastor. Along the way, he joined a church youth group in Edmonton where he met our very own Cam! Cam and Ben take a hilarious trip down memory lane, reminiscing about their Bible college "class clown" antics and skipping lectures in favor of Princess Donuts.
Ben’s pastoral career took him all across Alberta, from Brooks to Barrhead. While serving in Brooks, he launched a groundbreaking handyman program to support single moms, seniors, and folks with disabilities. After navigating a period of severe burnout that led him to take a six-month hiatus in a mechanic shop, Ben pivoted to one of the most unique roles imaginable: the official Chaplain of West Edmonton Mall. From meeting visitors from every corner of the globe to officiating 347 weddings, including one on the bungee jump platform, no two days were ever the same.
Eventually, Ben found his way to the town of Killam, Alberta, where a sudden turn of events saw him step into the role of Mayor. He also shares his passion for the art of auctioneering, having graduated from the Western Canadian School of Auctioneering and winning the Alberta Championship for New Auctioneers in 2008!
This episode is packed with unexpected twists, deep wisdom on handling burnout, and a lifetime of incredible Alberta storytelling. You absolutely will not want to miss it!
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