Bio

Charessa Koontz has dedicated her life to teaching and mentoring people in their faith
development for over 25 years. She has served in various roles in churches and organizations as a
Director of Christian Education and Family Life Ministries. She is passionate about sharing the
Gospel of Jesus Christ and challenging people to grow in their relationship with Him.

Charessa also has a rich background in media as she has worked in print, radio and television
markets in Texas and Nebraska. She learned early in her career the power of storytelling and its
impact on the audience. As a young child, she dreamed of working for a large television broadcast
network sharing the stories of everyday Americans. Her mantra was simple.

Everyone has a story...and it matters!

This was a driving force and core value that led her pursuit for the 17 questions journaling series.
Charessa wanted to take her two loves and combine them into a way to help tell the greatest story
of all--Jesus and You!

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I enjoy helping
churches, schools,
businesses, and
individuals to ask
deep value questions
to help strengthen,
clarify, and reflect
their true identity.

• Oct 14, 2024

Dr. Kirk Triplett is the founder of the Pastor Positive Mental Health
Institute, a resource for churches and pastors to help create flourishing
churches.

Unleashing Others

• Jan 1, 2025

• This episode delves into the complexities of human sexuality,
  emphasizing the importance of open and loving conversations around
  sexual integrity, identity, and the challenges faced by today's youth.
  Charessa Koontz shares valuable insights on the changing attitudes of
  Generation Z regarding sexuality, the impact of pornography, and
  practical ways for families to engage in these essential discussions.

Shares Wisdom on Nurturing Healthy Sexuality in Youth

• Mar 5, 2025

What-Cha Reading with Charessa Koontz - 17 Questions of God is
available now. Find other episodes and much more information about
God Works Weekly at concordiamarket.com/GWW

God Works Weekly

• Aug 7, 2024

Generational Discipleship and Mental Health

• Charessa dives into the essence of our baptismal identity and
  the significance of communal bonds, urging a reconnection
  with God's work in our lives. We discuss the mental health
  crisis among Gen Z and Gen Alpha, exploring how social media
  pressures and the advent of the self-facing camera have
  contributed to rising anxiety and depression.