In this extraordinary episode of the Christian Capitalist Podcast, host Rich Sanders sits down with Joanne Hickox, founder of Seniors on a Mission, to explore a life shaped by faith, perseverance, and radical generosity.
Joanne shares her incredible journey from Hollywood film accounting to ministry leadership in Jacksonville, FL. Through stories of financial loss, earthquakes, Hollywood egos, and a single slice of key lime pie, Joanne testifies to God’s provision, redemptive timing, and the power of purpose—no matter your age or season of life.
🎙️ What You’ll Hear In This Episode:
Why her business failure became a spiritual breakthrough
How a slice of pie led to the birth of Seniors on a Mission
Her reflections on faith in the film industry
Lessons on stewardship, generosity, and letting go
The real meaning of working “unto the Lord”
Encouragement for anyone facing loss, burnout, or uncertainty
📌 Key Themes:
💼 Hard work is holy
🎁 Giving is reciprocal
🙏 Silence can reveal God’s voice
🔥 Trials are the training ground for mission
👴🏼 Seniors have a divine purpose too
💬 “God doesn’t have a short memory. When you give, He remembers—eternally.”
Stay tuned for part two of our discussion with Joanne Hickox, where we delve deeper into the work and impact of Seniors on a Mission. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow us on all our social media channels!
Timestamps:
[00:00] Introduction and welcome
[02:15] Joanne’s background and journey from Canada to California
[10:45] Surviving the Northridge earthquake and moving to Florida
[18:30] Transition from Hollywood to Jacksonville and starting a retail business
[28:00] The financial collapse and lessons in faith
[36:50] Founding Seniors on a Mission and its mission statement
[45:00] The impact of generosity and community support [52:30] Closing thoughts and preview of part two
🔗 Learn more about Joanne’s ministry: SeniorsOnAMission.org
🙌 The more we make, the more we give.
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