Kay Rohloff: Divine distractions & nerdery at church

Episode 145 with Kay Rohloff.“I can meet someone, hear their entire life story, and remember every single detail and still not be able to tell you their last name to save my life.”Kay is a pastor who lives in southern Minnesota. She is also the co-host of Nerds at Church, a podcast about themes shared between the Bible and various areas of nerdery. Kay was diagnosed five years ago with ADHD, and she wrote an article for Sparkhouse about some of the ups and downs of life as an ADHD pastor and she is a moderator for a Facebook group for pastors with ADHD.We talk all about some of the specific benefits and challenges of being a pastor with ADHD, including being held to a higher standard by their congregation. We also talk about how her diagnosis has helped her reframe her approach to her job and what support she seeks out from others, and how she’s helped several colleagues seek help and get diagnosed.Website: gracealone21c.comTwitter: @romans821kjvArticles mentioned:Your ADHD Pastor and You by Pastor Kay Rohloff- - - - -Episode Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by Green Chef, the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. If you struggle with meal prep like I do, head to GreenChef.com/womenadhd60 and use code WOMENADHD60 to get 60% off plus free shipping. This episode is sponsored by HelloFresh, America’s #1 Meal Kit. Nutritious & delicious meals you’ll actually make instead of ordering takeout … again. Head to hellofresh.com/womenadhd16 and use code WOMENADHD16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping. This episode is sponsored by Dr. Steve’s Caffeine Melts. Sublingual caffeine activates the brain (not the gut). Get a boost of energy that’s cleaner and long-lasting, with no crashing or jittery feelings. Use code WOMENADHD25 for 25% off your order.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. As a Women & ADHD listener, you’ll receive 10% off your first month of BetterHelp when you use this link: betterhelp.com/womenadhd- - - - -Episode edited by E Podcast ProductionsFind the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts- - - - -Small group coaching with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/groupcoaching- - - - -Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching- - - - -Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse- - - - -Finally ... you've found your people! Now come join us in the Women & ADHD online community: www.womenandadhd.com- - - - -Did you love this episode? Click here to pledge a one-time donation to the podcast!- - - - -If you are a woman who was diagnosed with ADHD and you’d like to apply to be a guest on this podcast, visit womenandadhd.com/podcastguest.Instagram: @womenandadhdpodcastTiktok: @womenandadhdpodcastTwitter: @womenandadhdFacebook: @womenandadhdOur Sponsors:* Check out Rejoyn: www.rejoyn.com* Check out Sunbasket: https://sunbasket.com/WOMENADHDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-and-adhd/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy