A suburban Nashville pastor and a rural Virginia technology director coming together to stir up a heartwarming concoction of wisdom and wit. That's what you're in for as Barnabas Piper and Adam Read swing open the doors to their lives, revealing the quirks of pastoral duties and digital dilemmas, all while herding chickens and wrangling kids. Amids…

Dr. Robert Smith Jr. returns to Midweek for an in-person interview on preaching! Robert Smith Jr. serves as professor of Christian preaching and holds the Charles T. Carter Baptist Chair of Divinity at Beeson Divinity School. An ordained Baptist minister, he served as pastor of the New Mission Missionary Baptist Church in Cincinnati, OH for twenty …

SVCC member Nate Rubin joins us this week for our ongoing "Meet A Member" series! JM"s Album Of The Week: Vampire Weekend - Only God Was Above Us Bradford's Book Club (JM's Pick): Rich Mullins: An Arrow Pointing To Heaven by James Bryan SmithBy Shades Valley Community Church

Our deacon over the arts ministry, Ami Ross joined us this week to update everyone on the upcoming Art Nights at SVCC and more! We also take a Sports Break and announce some upcoming events at Shades. JM's Album Of The Week: Tenacious D - ...Baby One More Time (from Kung Fu Panda 4) - Single Bradford's Book Club: The Ascension Of Christ: Recovering…

Grant Premo joins us for the fifth time (congrats Grant!), and leads an interview with our special guest author David Sunde. David discusses his new book Small-Batch Disciplemaking: A Rhythm for Training the Few to Reach the Many. We also take a quick March Madness sports break! JM's Album Of The Week: Hotline TNT - Cartwheel Bradford's Book Club: …

We made it to 200 episodes! We celebrate and reflect on the podcast and all of the good things happening at SVCC. We also have a sports break and visit the email corridor! JM's Album Of The Week: Kacey Musgraves - Deeper Well Bradford's Book Club: Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional D…

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent, we engage in a compelling conversation with Dan Darling about his book, "The Characters of Easter". We explore the surprising insights into the lives of Peter, John, Judas, Pilate, and other figures from the Easter story. We discuss how these real people with complex emotions and decisions bring depth …

This week, SVCC member and frequent guest Patrick Smith joins Midweek for another installment of Shades Cinema featuring the 2023 biopic The Iron Claw directed by Sean Durkin. We also briefly discuss the 2024 Oscars. JM's Album Of The Week: Ryan Gosling & Mark Ronson - Ken The EP Bradford's Book Club: Exiles: The Church in the Shadow of Empire by P…

This week we interviewed Barnabas Piper about his book, The Pastor's Kid. Barnabas is a pastor at Immanuel Church in Nashville, an author, and co-hosts The Happy Rant podcast! He also writes regularly for He Reads Truth Contact Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Young Oceans - Somehow I Know It's Love Bradford's Book Club: The Pas…

In this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent, we present a special message from Ed Moore. Drawing from his extensive personal and pastoral experience, Ed shares valuable insights on parenting. He underscores the significance of expressing love to our children frequently and the impact of creating memories through spontaneous, fun, and creative act…

This week we sat down with one of our Deaconesses, Joni Ford who leads the food pantry at SVCC! You can check out all of our ministries by visiting shadesvalley.org/serving-teams JM's Album Of The Week: Ryan Adams - Sword & Stone Bradford's Book Club: Humility: The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness by Gavin Ortlund…

We're back with a meet a member this week featuring husband, father, and Hoover Parks & Rec legend Jordan Yarbrough! JM's Album Of The Week: Friko - Where we've been, Where we go from here Bradford's Book Club: Questioning Faith by Various AuthorsBy Shades Valley Community Church

This week we answered emails from the corridor, discussed the Super Bowl, the Iron Bowl of basketball and more! JM's Album Of The Week: Andy Squyres Ash Wednesday Playlist (Spotify) Bradford's Book Club: Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter by Various AuthorsBy Shades Valley Community Church

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent, I have a captivating conversation with my daughter Bekah Bettis, a nurse serving with Mercy Ships in Sierra Leone. Join us as we explore the incredible work of Mercy Ships in providing essential surgical care to those in need. Discover how Mercy Ships collaborates with local healthcare professionals an…

Brad & John-Mark interviewed SVCC Women's Ministry Deaconess Ashley Dorough about the upcoming Bible Study opportunities, the women's Church Center group, the Women's Retreat and much more! JM's Album Of The Week: Richard Reed Parry, Little Scream & The Barr Brothers - Live That Way Forever (The Iron Claw OST) (Single) Bradford's Book Club: Blessed…

This week we bring you a Pastor FAQ's episode where Jonathan breaks down what church discipline looks like. We also take a trip down to the email corridor! JM's Album Of The Week: The Smile - Wall Of Eyes Bradford's Book Club: Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection by Julie Schwartz Gottman…

In this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent podcast, we delve into how a biblical understanding of heaven can profoundly impact family dynamics and relationships. We'll explore themes of heaven, holiness, and their relevance to daily life, emphasizing the importance of actions that please God rather than seeking human approval. The episode highli…

Grant Premo joined John-Mark Dorough for a very special Sports Break edition of Midweek about Nick Saban, College Football and more! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Young Oceans - Somehow (Single) Bradford's Book Club (Grant's Pick): The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is…

The snowpocalypse, if could call it that put us out of the office for most of the week so we bring you another edition of SVCC's Greatest Hits, featuring a sermon Jonathan preached in November of 2022 called "A Left-Handed Savior?". We will back in the studio next week! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org…

This week we interviewed Heather Payne, a facilitator at Abortion Recovery Alabama and Anastasia Cox who works as the administrator at ARA. ARA provides Gospel-centered, free, caring, non-judgmental private abortion recovery programs with several locations throughout the Birmingham area. Visit their website: abortionrecoveryalabama.org Follow them …

This week we took some time to look back on the year 2023. Highlights from SVCC and Shades Midweek, Brad's favorite books and TV shows, JM's favorite films, and a quick Sports Break for the college football fans out there! Happy New Year! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.orgBy Shades Valley Community Church

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we have a thought-provoking conversation about the concept of heaven and its significance in our lives. We are joined by special guest Dr. Andy Davis, senior pastor of the First Baptist Church of Durham, North Carolina, and author of the book "The Glory Now Revealed."We discuss the transformati…

In our last episode of 2023, new SVCC elder nominee David Reece joins us for a Meet A Member! We also take a trip down to the Email Corridor and Christmas comes early for Jonathan. Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Stephen Wilson, Jr. - son of dad Bradford's Book Club: The Road by Cormac McCarthy…

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we dive into the powerful testimony of Brit Redfield and the struggles she faced as a young person turning away from Christianity. In this episode, we explore the challenges of reconciling personal feelings with biblical teachings and the transformative power of God's love. Through Brit's story…

When, what to my wandering eyes should appear but a SHADES CINEMA CHRISTMAS EDITION episode! SVCC member and avid film buff Nicholas Coker joined us on Midweek to talk about his favorite movie of all time, Frank Capra's It's A Wonderful Life starring Jimmy Stewart. Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shad…

It's another JM Takeover!!! This week JM shares some of his favorite tracks, and his top ten albums from 2023. Enjoy! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.orgBy Shades Valley Community Church

This episode has been a long time coming...This week we interviewed Ashley Dorough!!! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Dave Matthews Band - Crash Bradford's Book Club: Advent: The Season Of Hope (Fullness Of Time) by Tish Harrison WarrenBy Shades Valley Community Church

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent, we delve into the unique challenges and blessings of being a pastor's kid. Join us as we explore the pressures of being on display and the expectations that come with it. We discuss the importance of genuine friendships and the need for pastors to advocate for their children. Discover the nuances of be…

This week John-Mark interviewed his good friend and musician/composer J. Adam Wesley. They talked about Adam growing up raised as a mormon, playing music, his passion for instrumental composition and more! Check out his music by searching for J. Adam Wesley & Lemuria. Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The W…

This week Brad and John-Mark interviewed new SVCC members, Reggie & Sandra Eady! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Chris Stapleton - Higher Bradford's Book Club: The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again by Justin Brie…

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we explore the topic of toxic masculinity and its impact on society. In it, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with bestselling author and professor Nancy Pearcey about her latest book, "The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes." We discuss the societal pre…

This week we bring you a solo episode from JM! You do not want to miss this one. JM talks about SVCC events, college football, movies and more! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Robbie Robertson - Killers Of The Flower Moon (OST) Bradford's Book Club (JM's Pick): Every Moment Holy Vol. III: The Wo…

This week we called several women who attended this year's women's retreat to hear about the highlights from the weekend! Next year's retreat will be November 1st - 3rd. Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Brooke Ligertwood - EIGHT Bradford's Book Club: The Daily Blueprint by Dr. Andrew Huberman…

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we engage in a discussion about the concept of authority with our guest Jonathan Leeman. Our conversation today revolves around Jonathan’s new book Authority: How Godly Rule Protects the Vulnerable, Strengthens Communities, and Promotes Human Flourishing. We delve into what authority is, the pr…

Patrick Smith and Caleb Stallings joined Midweek for a conversation just in time for Halloween about horror movies and the 2001 film Donnie Darko. Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.orgBy Shades Valley Community Church

This week we interviewed our friends Andy Wulff and Mason Phillips from Hope Church in Madison, Alabama. Andy serves as the Lead Pastor and Mason is the Pastoral Intern at Hope Church. Hope is one of three EFCA churches in the state of Alabama. Andy also hosts a podcast called Comparing Notes that you can stream anywhere! Find out more about Hope C…

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we continue our look at honoring parents. In this thought-provoking episode, we’ll hear from Matt Schmucker as he walks us through Exodus 20:12 and provides a strong foundation for understanding the calling to honor parents. This sermon covers the biblical foundation of honor, the challenges of…

This week we sat down for a conversation with SVCC member and intern, Miranda Cox! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Sufjan Stevens - Javelin Bradford's Book Club: The Worry-Free Parent: Living In Confidence So Your Kids Can TooBy Shades Valley Community Church

In this final live episode of the Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through listener questions that cover a whole variety of topics ranging from parenting to writing to podcast success to much, much more. For more ranting, conversation, and cultural analysis check out our book, The Happy Rant: Wandering To and Fro Through Some …

In this live episode Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through a look back at our podcast heroes and rogues galleries. Our hall of heroes from past years Our rogues gallery over the years For more ranting, conversation, and cultural analysis check out our book, The Happy Rant: Wandering To and Fro Through Some Things That Don’t Matter All…

This week we reviewed Jonathan's last two sermons on Deacons & Deaconesses at Shades! To hear those sermons go to our sermon podcast by searching for "Shades Valley Community Church". To see the full list of Deacons and Serving teams visit shadesvalley.org/serving-teams Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The…

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent, we delve into the concept of honor and its significance in our modern world. Join us as we explore the meaning of honor and its relevance in today's narcissistic and therapeutic age. As we reflect on the duty and recipients of honor, we examine the potential impact of embracing this concept in our fami…

In this live episode Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through a look back at our college days. On dreaming On being a jerk On not caring On caring too much For more ranting, conversation, and cultural analysis check out our book, The Happy Rant: Wandering To and Fro Through Some Things That Don’t Matter All That Much (and a Few That Real…

This week we continue our Meet a Member series with an interview with long-time SVCC member and Finance Administrator at Shades, Scott Ledbetter! Email Us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit Us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Harvest - Glad Bradford's Book Club: The Great Dechurching: Who's Leaving, Why Are They Going and What Will It Take To…

In this episode Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through a variety of stories about our high school days: Navigating Christian high school Figuring out affluence High school personas Coming of age stories Being self-conscious vs. being self-aware To get details and purchase tickets for the live show visit https://thehappyrant.com/the-liv…

This week Jonathan, John-Mark & Brad catch everyone up on all of the happenings at SVCC for the next few weeks! Email us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The Week: Tyler Childers - Rustin' In The Rain Bradford's Book Club: How To Stay Married by Harrison Scott KeyBy Shades Valley Community Church

On this episode, I share my personal experience as a homeschool parent, reflecting on the importance of not losing sight of the big picture in the day-to-day of parenting. We’ll look at some key gospel principles that we may have forgotten in the midst of the busyness of raising our children. I highlight the importance of making discipleship the tr…

In this episode Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through a variety of topics just like the old days: Advice for folks transitioning out of college to the real world Having courage in new circumstances Having patience in growing and earning Correcting aspirations To get details and purchase tickets for the live show visit https://thehappy…

This week we interviewed Kirk Sauers from the music collective The Wood Drake Sessions. Kirk is a worship pastor at Faith Presbyterian in Birmingham as well as a songwriter and musician. You can stream the most recent Wood Drake Sessions album titled - "From the Valley to the Golden Shore" anywhere you stream music. JM's Album Of The Week: Bob Dyla…

On Sunday, August 27th, Dr. Robert Smith Jr. gave a wonderful sermon at SVCC. This episode is (mostly) Jonathan, Brad, and John-Mark reflecting on his special visit to Shades. You can hear his sermon by listening to our sermon podcast, Shades Valley Community Church. Email us: midweek@shadesvalley.org Visit us: shadesvalley.org JM's Album Of The We…