EP #34 - Linda Kate: As Compassionate as a Judge

About this episode

Linda Kate shares her journey as a judge and her experiences with faith and compassion.

In this episode of The Plain Values Podcast , Marlin sits down with his neighbor and friend, retired judge Linda Kate. Linda shares her journey from a small-town Catholic upbringing in Tuscarawas County to becoming one of the youngest judges ever elected in Ohio. She reflects on the weight of responsibility she felt the day she was sworn in, the exhausting good days and excruciating bad days in juvenile court, and how she learned to lean heavily on prayer and the support of fellow judges and staff. The conversation touches on the deep impact of seeing the worst of human nature… and the hope that still remains when someone steps in to protect a child. Linda opens up about the spiritual moments that confirmed her calling, including a powerful sense from God that this was the work He had for her. She also talks about her marriage to Kevin, raising their family, and the many mission trips they’ve taken together, especially to Haiti, where she witnessed both heartbreaking suffering and profound moments of human connection and compassion. Throughout the episode, Linda’s quiet faith, steady wisdom, and deep compassion shine through. From the courtroom to the mission field, her life has…

People in this episode

Host: Marlin

Guest: Linda Kate

Topics covered

• judicial career
• faith
• compassion
• family
• mission trips
• spirituality

Keywords

• judge
• compassion
• faith
• juvenile court
• mission trips
• Haiti
• spiritual moments

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Tuscarawas County, Ohio, Haiti

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