What’s the Story, Pekin?-a podcast where we share stories of what’s happening in Pekin as told by their authors. We will discuss the community’s profile and personalities, attempting to be an objective source of information on topics of interest to many of us. In the process, we hope to discover the power of possibilities and find reasons for much needed optimism.
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Sermon audio from Pastor Josh Beutow and guest speakers at experiencegrace.church located between Tremont and Pekin, Illinois
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Since 2007 IBWIP has brought listeners a constant dose of adult comedy, roots music and artist interviews. We guarantee tons of laughs as we talk about our personal lives, talk about current events, and do some bits. We also play some of the best roots and independent music available. We also do many interviews with alot of the artist that are making amazing music in the Roots scene. Come join us, subscribe, and welcome to the dirty stalls of It Burns When I Pee.
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Welcome to the Good Business Podcast where talk with Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders about how to Create, Launch and Market Successful Sustainability Solutions that solve some of our planets most pressing environmental and social challenges like achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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Greg Batton is a familiar voice in the Peoria area and has been co-hosting The Greg and Dan Show on WMBD Radio since 2005 with partner Dan Diorio. This week, Gary sits down and talks with Gary about his upbringing in Pekin.By Gary Gillis - Host
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It comes fairly easy to believe that “Jesus Loves Me” when everything is going smoothly in life...but what about in the difficult times? In this sermon, we discover the difference it makes in our trials when we believe that Jesus loves us.
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If you’ve tried to live by faith for any amount of time...you have found yourself frustrated. Far too often, God does not operate according to our plans or our timetables. Join us as we learn that ‘pain has purpose’ in this ‘lesson from Lazarus.’
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Dave McCroskey brought this message on our Missions Emphasis Sunday.
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Whether it’s Jason Bourne, Liam Neeson, or the Lone Ranger...we may get a great story...but NOT a great example to follow. Spiritually, we NEED others because “we were not designed to follow Jesus alone.” Join us as we talk about the spiritual discipline of Community and how it helps us to pursue Jesus more effectively.…
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An Interview with Pekin Native Larry Kenney
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This week Gary talks with Larry Kenney who is a graduate of Pekin Hight School and has been in radio broadcasting in several markets including Peoria, and a famous voice in many Cartoons, and other shows. Don't miss this fascinating podcast.By Gary Gillis - Host
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This HAS to be one of our favorite commands in Scripture! Take a day off? Yes, please! In an ever-increasingly hectic society, Sabbath is needed now possibly more than ever. Join us as we learn how taking a day off can help us more effectively pursue Jesus.
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Jesus talks about money in about 15% of his teachings (that’s more than he talked about heaven/hell). This sermon takes an honest look at what it looks like to follow Jesus with our finances.
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In the Beginning- the Pekin Park District Story
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This week Gary shares the store of how the Pekin Park District was born.By Gary Gillis - Host
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We all know we SHOULD read the Bible, but only 1 in 4 Christians do (on a regular basis). Could it be that we struggle with it because we simply don’t know how to read the Bible? Join us as we learn what this looks like!
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A Look Back in Time - Ray Bianchi & Joyce Johnson
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Gary talks with Ray and Joyce about what Pekin looked like when they were younger. Ray & Joyce talk about the popular places in town they would visit that are no longer there.By Gary Gillis - Host
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Prayer. Is there anything that is easier to explain and harder to practice?! In this sermon, we explore the practical guidance on prayer given in the Lord’s Prayer.
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So many of our prayers are no different than someone ‘wishing on a star.’ This study of Paul’s prayers will help us learn to pray ‘spiritual’ prayers.
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Jared Olar and the History of Schools in Pekin
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This week Gary and Jared go way back and discuss the history of Pekin Schools including the very first school house in Pekin.By Gary Gillis - Host
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What does the Bible REALLY say about fasting? Are we supposed to fast? What is it supposed to look like? The answers might surprise you...
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Pekin Alliance for Literacy Success - Len Ealey
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This week Gary talks with Superintendent of District 108 about the new Pekin Alliance for Literacy Success program.By Gary Gillis - Host
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When you think of “following Jesus,” what comes to mind? What does it really look like to “follow” Him? It starts with resolving to “be with Him.”
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The 52nd Annual Pekin Marigold Festival Plans
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This week Bailey Gambetti and Amy McCoy join Gary to talk about new additions to the Festival this year and more!By Gary Gillis - Host
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Does God really even care about ME?! There is so much going on in the world, does He have time to be concerned with MY life? These questions are answered in Jesus’ declaration, “I am the Good Shepherd.”
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This week is a visit with the curator of Pekin's great museum facility in the old Franklin School, Roger Brotherton.By Gary Gillis - Host
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In this study, Mark leads us through what it looks like to question, to trust, and to change.
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Dave Molleck - Editor of the "Hometown Voice" newspaper
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This week Gary talks with Dave Molleck, the Editor of Pekin's new "Hometown Voice" monthly newpaper.By Gary Gillis - Host
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Out of all the items that Jesus could have used to illustrate His Person and power...why did He choose a ‘door?!’
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This week Gary is joined by Dick Schermer - member of the PCHS Class of 1962 who looks back at the City from years ago.By Gary Gillis - Host
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We often hear about how God is working behind the scenes in our lives. Through the story of the blind man, we get some insight into how we can become more aware of God’s pursuit of us.
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This week Gary talks again with Shawn Powers about the History and interesting facts about the Veterans Memorial Arena.By Gary Gillis - Host
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There are certain things in life that we “just know,” well...we “think” we know. I’m looking at you that sings the wrong lyrics to that song!! :)This passage helps us to have clarity about the most consequential thing in our lives...our relationship with God and how we interact with Him.
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Jesus calls us out of darkness and into the light of life because he is the light of the world. This happens when we are changed by understanding and accepting the truth of who Jesus is and what he came to do.
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This week Gary talks with Shawn Powers, Superintendent of Recreation for the Pekin Park District. They discuss the upcoming July 6th Bicentennial Bash held at the Pekin Park.By Gary Gillis - Host
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Tiffany White of the Dirksen Center and Gary visit on the importance and challenges surrounding the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.By Gary Gillis - Host
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Shame, guilt, condemnation...these are words that describe the inner turmoil of many people. In this story, we see a beautiful, yet gut wrenching, picture of what it looks like to experience grace and love in the midst of our darkest moments.
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One of the things we ALL face is conflict. Since it is an inevitable part of life, we need to know how to face it. In this passage, the Pharisees give us the perfect example of how NOT to face conflict!
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Is there something that you long to have? Something that you know will bring joy, contentment, or peace? This passage gives us the formula to “get what we want most.”
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Gary talks with Josh Wray, Director of Economic Development for the City of Pekin. Gary and Josh talk about what it takes to bring new business to the City as well as some current projects in the works.By Gary Gillis - Host
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Which of these two words most describes your faith: doubt or confidence? In this text, we see the source of both “true” confidence and “false” confidence.
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Bicentennial Bytes - CB Smith - Pekin's first Jail
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Bicentennial Bytes - CB Smith - Pekin's first JailBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First Mayor
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Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First MayorBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - Kelloggs
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Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - KelloggsBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Scott AltmanBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - Pioneers
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Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - PioneersBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin Agreement
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Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin AgreementBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost Hotel
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Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost HotelBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town President
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Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town PresidentBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - NanceBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank Bruder
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Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank BruderBy Gary Gillis - Host
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Gary talks with Jarod Olar about names of Iconic places around Pekin to find out who they were named after and why.By Gary Gillis - Host
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“Don't judge me!” We’ve all heard it...but what does the Bible REALLY say about judging others. This message is the second in a two part series that helps us understand what Jesus REALLY said about judging others.
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Keth McKeever talks about the effort to Honor Veterans
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Gary talks with Keith McKeever about efforts to honor Veterans at the June 15th Bicentennial Street Fair and Pekin's United Way.By Gary Gillis - Host
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Jarod Olar and Bailey Gambetti talk Downtown Building History
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This week Gary talks with Bailey and Jarod about an exciting new idea that is taking shape downtown.By Gary Gillis - Host
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All of us are a little ‘messed up.’ You might even call us ‘misfits.’ In one of the most mundane passages of Scripture (the genealogy of Jesus), we see the story of four ‘misfits.’ People that we think should not have been included in the lineage of Jesus. BUT...they ARE there and it is for a PURPOSE...just like US!…
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