Meet the Authors
Stephen W. Smith
Stephen W. Smith is the Founder of Potter's Inn, a Christian ministry devoted to the work of spiritual formation and the care of the soul. Stephen has pastored and planted churches in the United States and Europe and was educated at Lenoir Rhyne College, NC, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, KY, and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, IL.
Steve is the author of The Lazarus Life, Soul Custody, Inside Job, (to name a few) and co-author of several small group guides.
Steve has been married since 1980 to Gwen and they have four adult sons and four daughters-in-law, plus a growing tribe of grandchildren!
A long walk and a strong cup of coffee make it all worth it!
Peter M. Ivey
Peter M. Ivey is the North Carolina Director for Thrive Adventures, a Christian outdoor ministry that uses adventures and retreats as a means to encourage deeper intimacy with others and with Christ. Peter’s passion is helping to create space for others to become in-tune with the whispers of God.
Originally from Charlotte, NC, Peter and his family have lived in the Asheville area since 2012. he and his wife, Becca, have three young children.
Peter has a Bachelors Degree in Religion from Furman University, a Masters Degree in Leadership from Denver Seminary, and is a graduate of the Soul Care Institute. Poetry, trail running, and white cheddar cheese are Peter’s every-day passions.