Best Jeff Mclain Podcasts (2024)

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Light & Darkness: In Him There is No Darkness (1 John 1:1-2:2) 39:00

18h ago39:00

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On September 1, as part of our Light & Darkness series through John's pastoral letters, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at 1 John 1:1-2:2, and how John challenges us to be a people of examination, transparency, honesty, and confession. Who we are together. River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, fol…

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45: Just Take a LEAP and Start Your Own Firm - Jenny Peysin 47:07

41m ago47:07

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Jenny Peysin, Principal of Jenny Payson Architecture, shares her journey from studying fine art to becoming an architect. She discusses her experience working on high-profile projects like renovating Carnegie Hall and working on high-end residential projects in the Hamptons. Jenny also talks about her firm's volunteer work in Ukraine and the challe…

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In the Light (Matthew 17:1-8; John 1:1-16) 26:50

4d ago26:50

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On Sunday, August 25, Kevin Bradford explored Matthew 17:1-8 and John 1:1-16, examining how Jesus becomes the light that illuminates everything else. Who we are together. River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together. What we practice together. Our sma…

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44: Broad Interests Leaving an IMPACT on Architecture - Kate Reggev 52:32

3h ago52:32

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Kate Reggev, an architect and owner's rep, shares her experience and journey in the architecture and project management field. She discusses her work as an owner's representative, managing design and construction projects for clients. Kate also talks about her passion for historic preservation and her writing on architectural history and women in a…

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Walk This Way (Week 9): Expectant Prayers (James 5:13-20) 32:58

3h ago32:58

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In the ninth week of our "Walk This Way" series through the book of James, Pastor Jeff McLain explores James 5:13-2…

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43: Turning Career CHALLENGES into a Mission to Help the Industry - Katelyn Rossier 1:01:03

15d ago1:01:03

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Turning Career CHALLENGES into a Mission to Help the Industry - Katelyn Rossier Katelyn Rossier, the founder of mentorDINO, shares her journey in architecture and the motivation behind starting mentorDINO. She discusses her experience in overcoming challenges, including struggling with reading and writing, facing difficulties in getting into archit…

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Walk This Way (Week 8): Established in Scripture (James 5:7-12) 33:12

1d ago33:12

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In the eighth week of our "Walk This Way" series through the book of James, Pastor Jeff McLain explores James 5:7-1…

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42: Time to Bring CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Strategies to the Design Side - Tara Labosky 52:04

5d ago52:04

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Tara Labosky, architect and principal of Luzerne Consulting, shares her journey from architecture to construction management and starting her own firm. She discusses the importance of understanding the full scope of projects and helping smaller clients. Tara emphasizes the value of studying construction management and how it provides a well-rounded…

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Walk This Way (Week 7): Not On The Backs Of Others (James 5:1-6) 27:45

24d ago27:45

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In the seventh week of our "Walk This Way" series through the book of James, Pastor Jeff McLain explores James 5:1-…

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41: Taking the leap STARTING your own firm - David Stumpf 1:08:45

19d ago1:08:45

1:08:45

David Stumpf, founder and managing principal of David Stumpf Architecture, shares his journey in the architecture industry and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the importance of practical skills in architecture education and the need for architects to understand construction management. David also talks about his experiences work…

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Walk This Way (Week 6): The Struggle is Holy (James 4:13-17) 20:42

23d ago20:42

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In the sixth week of our "Walk This Way" series through the book of James, Kevin Bradford explores James 4:13-17. T…

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40: How to Leverage STORYTELLING through FILM - Gus Bernal 1:16:00

1M ago1:16:00

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How to Leverage STORYTELLING through FILM - Gus Bernal Gus Bernal, a filmmaker and podcast editor, shares his journey from Venezuela to the United States and his experiences in the film and advertising industry. He discusses his passion for storytelling and his transition to working with architects and producing architectural videos. Gus emphasizes…

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39: Architect to Real Estate Developer - Jeff Pastva 1:28:27

2M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

Architect to Real Estate Developer - Jeff Pastva Jeff Pastva, architect and Vice President of Development at Scannapieco Development Corporation, shares his career journey and transition from traditional architecture practice to real estate development. he emphasizes the importance of taking risks and exploring different business models as an archi…

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38: Partnership Built on Relationships - Hype Studio 57:04

2M ago57:04

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Partnership Built on Relationships - Hype Studio - Justin and Mike Justin Novak and Mike Alexander, principals and owners of Hype Studio in Phoenix, Arizona, discuss their journey and experience in the architecture and design industry. They share their backgrounds, from studying architecture in Scotland and Spain to working at various firms before …

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Walk This Way (Week 5): Wash Your Mouth Out (James 3:2-12) 30:41

2M ago30:41

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In this fifth week of our Walk This Way series through the book of James, Pastor Jeff McLain looks at James 3:2-12,…

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37: Life as a Construction Estimator - Jesse Robinson Evans 1:06:09

1M ago1:06:09

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Life as a Construction Estimator - Jesse Robinson Evans Jesse Robinson-Evans, a construction estimator at Rycon Construction, shares his journey from playing with LEGOs as a kid to becoming an estimator. He talks about his experience in construction trades in high school and his decision to pursue civil engineering in college. Jesse discusses his e…

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Walk This Way (Week 4): Don't Be Hardhearted and Tightfisted (James 2:14-18) 31:14

2M ago31:14

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In this fourth week of our Walk This Way series through the book of James, Pastor Jeff McLain looks at James 2:14-1…

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36: Helping Your MASS TIMBER Projects - Ricky McLain 53:02

2M ago53:02

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Ricky McLain, a structural engineer and principal at Mass Timber Advisors, discusses his journey in the AEC profession and the use of mass timber in construction. He shares his experience working for a small engineering firm in Vermont, his time at Woodworks providing design support for wood projects, and his current focus on mass timber as a struc…

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Walk This Way (Week 3): Favoritism Forbidden (James 2:1-12) 32:06

2M ago32:06

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In this third week of our Walk This Way series through the book of James, guest speaker Dwight Rohrer looks at Jame…

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Walk This Way (Week 2): Be Slow (James 1:19-27) 33:06

2M ago33:06

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Throughout June and July, we are looking at the wisdom found in the scriptures through the book of James. For the early church, James lays out the convictions, values, and wisdom of the Christian life, and invites us to walk this way. In this second week of our Walk This Way series through the book of James, Pastor Jeff McLain looks at James 1:19-2…

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35: Engineering a CAREER PIVOT to Tech - Stefanie Reichman 57:30

2M ago57:30

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Stefanie Reichman, a civil engineer and customer success manager at Bluebeam, shares her journey from civil engineering to construction management to her current role in tech. She discusses the importance of being open to career pivots and not being afraid to fail exams. Stefanie emphasizes the value of industry experience in roles like customer su…

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34: AEC Recruiter and Career Coach - Bryce Batts 46:05

2M ago46:05

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Bryce Betts, AEC Chief Matchmaker, Career Coach, and Recruiter at Career Collective, discusses her journey in the recruiting and coaching industry, specializing in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. She shares insights on career coaching, the challenges faced by small firms in hiring and growth, and the impact of labor …

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33: Mechanical Engineering - Career, Pathways, & Leadership - Nancy Kohout 55:11

2M ago55:11

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Mechanical Engineering - Career, Pathways, & Leadership Nancy Kohout, Principal Mechanical Engineer at Smith Group, shares her journey from studying mechanical engineering to becoming a leader in the industry. She discusses the different paths within mechanical engineering and the importance of gaining practical experience. Nancy also talks about t…

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Be Still (Psalm 46:10) 34:01

3M ago34:01

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On Sunday, June 2, at River Corner Church, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Psalm 46, highlighting the invitation of Psalm 46:10, reflecting on what it means to be still and know that God is with us in the middle of our trouble. Who we are together. River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow J…

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32: How to be a Mutlidisciplinary Designer - Liz Sydnor 56:03

3M ago56:03

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How to be a Mutlidisciplinary Designer Liz Sydnor, architect and principal of Sydnor Design LLC, shares her career journey and the decision to start her own business. She discusses the challenges of working remotely and the importance of finding what works best for you. Liz also talks about her transition into graphic design and branding, and the f…

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Jonah: An Unhappy Ending to the Story (Jonah 4:1-11) 29:10

3M ago29:10

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The book of Jonah teaches about the relentless pursuit of humanity, the restorative power of repentance, the sovereignty over all creation, and God’s ability to work through us despite self-sabotage and our weaknesses to accomplish purposes and reveal truth and love to others. On Sunday, May 26, at River Corner Church, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at …

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31: Never Let One Role Define You - Evelyn Lee 45:41

3M ago45:41

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Never Let One Role Define You with Evelyn Lee Evelyn Lee, founder of Practice of Architecture and Co-host of the podcast Practice Disrupted. She shares her journey from traditional architecture practice to strategy consulting and tech. She discusses the importance of learning from outside the industry and staying connected to diverse networks. Evel…

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Jonah: A Tale of Second Changes (Jonah 3:1-10) 31:19

4M ago31:19

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The book of Jonah teaches about the relentless pursuit of humanity, the restorative power of repentance, the sovereignty over all creation, and God’s ability to work through us despite self-sabotage and our weaknesses to accomplish purposes and reveal truth and love to others. On Sunday, May 19, at River Corner Church, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at …

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30: What if you could be BEHIND THE WHEEL of this!?! - Brenna Moore 48:01

4M ago48:01

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What if you could be BEHIND THE WHEEL of this!?! Brenna Moore, a heavy equipment operator, shares her journey in the construction industry and the benefits of pursuing a career in the trades. She discusses her apprenticeship program, the different types of equipment she operates, and the opportunities for growth and development in her field. Brenna…

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Jonah: A Messy Salvation (Jonah 2:1-10) 35:56

4M ago35:56

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The book of Jonah teaches about the relentless pursuit of humanity, the restorative power of repentance, the sovereignty over all creation, and God’s ability to work through us despite self-sabotage and our weaknesses to accomplish purposes and reveal truth and love to others. On Sunday, May 12th, at River Corner Church, Pastor Jeff McLain delved i…

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29: COMMUNICATION is the HEART of Business - John Aiello Jr 48:28

4M ago48:28

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COMMUNICATION is the HEART of Business with John Aiello Jr. John Aiello Jr., President of Cascade Construction Products, shares his journey from joining his father's business to becoming the president. He discusses the transition from manufacturing to being a product rep and the benefits of having a deep understanding of both sides. John also talks…

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Jonah: A Whale of a Tale (Jonah 1:1-17) 42:01

4M ago42:01

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The book of Jonah teaches about the relentless pursuit of humanity, the restorative power of repentance, the sovereignty over all creation, and God’s ability to work through us despite self-sabotage and our weaknesses to accomplish purposes and reveal truth and love to others. On Sunday, May 5, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Jonah 1:1-17, and we saw …

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28: What is a Technology Consultant? - David Vargo 49:03

4M ago49:03

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What is a Technology Consultant with David Vargo David Vargo, Principal at BrightTree Studios, discusses his role as a low voltage technology consultant and the services his company provides. He explains the various pathways into the industry and the importance of hands-on experience. David also highlights the differences between AV, data, and tele…

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A Commitment to Community (1 Corinthians 12:12-27) 32:23

4M ago32:23

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Throughout April, we are looking at a series called Stories. This series explores the stories that we are connected to and influenced by, as a church community. This explores the places we as a church are invested locally, regionally, and globally. On April 28, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 and the way God calls the local chur…

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27: We need MENTORSHIP to support the profession - Sean Sheffler 59:47

4M ago59:47

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We need MENTORSHIP to support the profession with Sean Sheffler Sean Scheffler, a senior associate architect at LGA Partners and the 2024 AIA Pittsburgh President. Sean shares his background and experience in the architecture industry, including his work on various project types. He discusses the challenges and benefits of being a generalist in the…

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The DNA of Fruit Bearing (John 15) 37:10

4M ago37:10

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Throughout April, we are looking at a series called Stories. This series explores the stories that we are connected to and influenced by, as a church community. This explores the places we as a church are invested locally, regionally, and globally. On April 21, as part of our Stories series, Marcia Mylin from LMC Churches, presented on John 15, an…

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26: From on Site to Construction Director - Matt Morris 53:30

5M ago53:30

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From on Site to Construction Director with Matt Morris. Matt Morris, Director of Construction at the Efficiency Network, shares his career path and experiences in the construction industry. He discusses his education in civil engineering and construction management, as well as his early work as a project engineer and project manager. Matt also talk…

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Ordinary to Extraordinary Encounters: Unveiling God's Mission Beyond Sunday (Acts 3:1-12) 31:28

5M ago31:28

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Throughout April, we are looking at a series called Stories. This series explores the stories that we are connected to and influenced by, as a church community. This explores the places we as a church are invested locally, regionally, and globally. On April 14, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Acts 3:1-12 and the way that trusting in God can lead ordin…

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25: Career in BUILDING & ROOFING SCIENCE - Jennifer Keegan 53:28

5M ago53:28

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You could have a career in BUILDING & ROOFING SCIENCE with Jennifer Keegan Jennifer Keegan, Director of Building and Roofing Science at GAF, shares her career journey and insights into the building science industry. She discusses her education background and how she transitioned from architecture to engineering. Jennifer also talks about her experi…

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24: Resilience Design - Illya Azaroff 1:03:49

5M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

Resilience Design is People, Adaptable, and Sustainable with Illya Azaroff. Illya Azaroff, architect and founding principal at +Lab Architects PLLC, shares his career journey and experiences in the architecture industry. He discusses his background growing up in Nebraska and his decision to move overseas to work on international projects. Ilya also…

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We Focus On The Cross (Resurrection Sunday) 41:54

5M ago41:54

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On Sunday, March 31, at River Corner Church, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at the power of the cross in his Resurrection Sunday sermon message We Focus On The Cross. The problem of sin is that it pollutes, has power, has a penalty, partitions us, and has pain associated with it. We focus on the cross because it is the method Jesus overcame all that loo…

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23: MENTAL HEALTH for ALL design professionals - Mike LaValley 1:08:52

5M ago1:08:52

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MENTAL HEALTH for ALL design professionals with Mike LaValley Mike LaValley, an architect and associate at Trautman Associates, shares his journey from education to his current career. He discusses his passion for architecture and design, his experiences working at different firms, and the importance of mentors in his professional development. Mike…

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Hosanna (Matthew 21 & 22) 21:09

5M ago21:09

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On Sunday, March 24, at River Corner Church, Kevin Bradford looked at Matthew 21 & 22 in his sermon message Hosanna. This message examines Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem as a king, offering valuable insights into both Jesus' teachings and the expectations He holds for our lives and our communities of faith. For inquiries or feedback on the …

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22: Lighting Your Career Path - Tara Pakler 54:57

6M ago54:57

54:57

Tara Pakler, a Specification Sales at LaFace McGovern Associates, shares her journey in the lighting industry. She started in commercial design but fell in love with lighting while working in a lighting showroom. Tara discusses the process of lighting restoration and the importance of understanding the rules and needs of different project types. Sh…

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The Cost of Stepping Into the Kingdom (Luke 9:57–62) 33:17

6M ago33:17

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On March 17, at River Corner Church, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Luke 9:57-62 and the cost of stepping into the Kingdom. Together we looked at what it means to continually say yes to Jesus and to accurately count the cost of following Jesus. About saying yes to Jesus, John Wimber once said, "The economy of the kingdom of God is quite simple. Every…

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21: Value of a Specifier - Bob Bailey 40:02

6M ago40:02

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In this episode, Bob Bailey, an architect and specifications writer, shares his career journey and advice for young professionals. He discusses his transition to becoming a full-time specifier and the enjoyment he finds in writing specifications. Bob emphasizes the importance of specifications in projects and the challenges that architects face whe…

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The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 6): God's Protection (Matthew 6:9-13) 32:17

6M ago32:17

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Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches. In Week 6, Jeff McLain look…

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20: Architect Tackling the Housing Crisis - Paul Steidl 48:06

6M ago48:06

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Paul Steidl, architect and co-founder of Build Casa, shares his journey from working in architecture firms to starting his own company. He discusses the importance of internships, pursuing a dual degree, and the value of working before completing a master's degree. Paul emphasizes the significance of networking and building connections, as well as …

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The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 5): God's Guidance (Matthew 6:9-15) 26:22

6M ago26:22

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Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches. In Week 5, Kevin Bradford l…

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19: Building Bridges, Empowering Future Engineers - Luis Duque 46:58

6M ago46:58

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In this episode, civil engineer Luis Duque discusses his career path and experience as a bridge engineer. He explains the different branches of civil engineering and how civil and structural engineers work together on bridge projects. He also provides insights into the certification process for engineers and the challenges of being a fully remote e…

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