Best Pekin Podcasts (2024)

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The Veterans Memorial Arena Story 13:16

12h ago13:16

13:16

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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"You Think You Know, but You Have No Idea"

23h ago

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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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Rising Tide Tour Canberra 2024 - 07 - 05 1:31:32

5d ago1:31:32

1:31:32

Rising Tide successfully blockaded the worlds largest coal port for 32 hours in Newcastle, Australia in November 2023, with 102 arrests at the finale.The Australien Government continues to approve new coal and gas projects across the continent, providing over 14 Billion dollars in subsidies to the fossil fuel industry this year, actively sponsoring…

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"Changed by Truth"

9d ago

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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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July 6th Bicentennial Bash 10:31

11d ago10:31

10:31

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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Civil Rights Act of 1964 28:38

15d ago28:38

28:38

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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"Taken By Grace"

16d ago

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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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"Fight Like a Pharisee"

25d ago

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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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"How to Get What You Want Most"

30d ago

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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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Economic Development in Pekin 19:10

1M ago19:10

19:10

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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Independents For Canberra - Anne - Louise Dawes - Sneha KC - Vanessa Picker - 2024 - 05 - 31 BTL 52:26

1M ago52:26

52:26

Independents for Canberra is the Community Independendents Movement's focus in Canberra. We welcome candidates Anne-Louise Dawes, Sneha KC and Vanessa Picker to the show to have a yarn about the upcoming Local elections.By 2XX Behind the Lines and Align in the Sound teams

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"The Dysfunction of Doubt"

1M ago

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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 1:17

1M ago1:17

1:17

Bicentennial Bytes - CB Smith - Pekin's first JailBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - Kelloggs 1:44

2M ago1:44

1:44

Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - KelloggsBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Scott Altman 1:24

2M ago1:24

1:24

Bicentennial Bytes - Scott AltmanBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - Nance 1:39

2M ago1:39

1:39

Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - NanceBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank Bruder 1:38

2M ago1:38

1:38

Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank BruderBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town President 1:43

2M ago1:43

1:43

Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town PresidentBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost Hotel 1:45

2M ago1:45

1:45

Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost HotelBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin Agreement 1:50

2M ago1:50

1:50

Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin AgreementBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - Pioneers 1:37

2M ago1:37

1:37

Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - PioneersBy Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First Mayor 1:38

2M ago1:38

1:38

Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First MayorBy Gary Gillis - Host

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What's in a Name? 33:49

1M ago33:49

33:49

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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"A Believer's Guide to Judging Others" - Pt. 2 - Jn. 7 & Mt. 7

1M ago

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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 16:39

1M ago16:39

16:39

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 22:20

2M ago22:20

22:20

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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Musings for Misfits

2M ago

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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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"A Believer's Guide to Judging Others" - Pt. 1 - Jn. 7:19-24

2M ago

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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 first in a two part series that helps us understand what Jesus REALLY said about judging others.

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Bicentennial Project at Pekin Schools 14:47

2M ago14:47

14:47

This week Gary speaks with Joanna Carrol, Facilitator of Media Services for Pekin School Dist. 108, and Laura Bieller, Classroom Tech at Edison Jr. High about upcoming "Bicentennial Bytes".By Gary Gillis - Host

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"What They Don't See Matters"

2M ago

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“Hur” is an often overlooked and undervalued Bible character. The lessons we learn from him are helpful for those of us that find ourselves experiencing similar emotions and asking questions like, “Does what I do really even matter?”

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Downtown Development and Bicentennial Plans with Terri Gambetti 16:30

2M ago16:30

16:30

This week Gary talks with Terri Gambetti about some of the exciting events happening with the Downtown Development.By Gary Gillis - Host

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"Letting Go in Grief"

2M ago

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Grief affects nearly every area of our lives...the way we think, the way we regulate our emotions, our sleep patterns, and even our eating habits. Grief is overwhelming...yet it is something we must encounter. In this message, we don’t let go OF grief, but we learn that there are some things that need let go IN grief. Jesus sets the example for us …

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An Update on Pekin Roadway Projects 14:08

3M ago14:08

14:08

This week Gary talks with the City of Pekin Engineer Josie Esker. Josie gives updates on the Court Street Project as well as the Derby Street Projects.By Gary Gillis - Host

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"Fighting Like Jesus"

3M ago

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There are times in life when you just want to throw in the towel. One of those times is when you are engaged in conflict with others. The good news is that Jesus taught us how to fight!

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"When You've Betrayed"

3M ago

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There are times in life when you just want to throw in the towel. One of those times is when you have betrayed someone you love. The good news is that there is still hope and you are still loved.

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Susan Rynearson - Pekin Genealogical Society 21:11

3M ago21:11

21:11

Gary has a fascinating conversation with Susan Rynearson from the Pekin Genealogical Society about all that is available and the family history that can be found.By Gary Gillis - Host

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"How to Not Quit"

3M ago

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A study of John 15

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"When You've Been Betrayed"

3M ago

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There are times in life when you just want to throw in the towel. One of those times is when you’ve been betrayed by someone you love. The good news is that we can find purpose in betrayal.

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Rich Hawkins talks Pekin Basketball! 19:39

3M ago19:39

19:39

This week Gary sits down with Rich Hawkins to talk about some of the most exciting times in Pekin High School Basketball.By Gary Gillis - Host

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Skeptical of the Resurrection

4M ago

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Skepticism runs rampant in a day and age filled with scammers. Many people feel this same skepticism when it comes to the claims of Jesus...especially His claims to be the Son of God and to have resurrected from the dead. This message addresses the validity of these claims of Jesus.

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The Pekin Story Pt. 2 17:36

4M ago17:36

17:36

Gary continues his discussion with Jared Olar about the beginning of Pekin.By Gary Gillis - Host

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Recentering by Re-celebrating

4M ago

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Life gets busy. Things go wrong. We fail. All of us have times in our lives when we need some “recentering.” The Scriptural way of “recentering” is by “re-celebrating.”

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The Unexpected Cross

4M ago

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Very little is said about Simon that carried the cross of Jesus, but in this short interaction, we see some lessons that help us when we face the unexpected.

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In the beginning...the Pekin Story. 28:00

4M ago28:00

28:00

This week Gary talks with Jarod Olar about some fascinating history on how Pekin was developed and got its name.By Gary Gillis - Host

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Go Wash Some Feet

4M ago

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In one of Jesus’ final interactions with His apostles before the crucifixion, He washed their feet. This was more than just a beautiful picture of humility. It was Jesus teaching and leading them...and us. This message shows us what we can learn from Jesus washing feet.

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The Story of Mayor Dave Tebben 25:53

5M ago25:53

25:53

This week Gary its down with Shannon Sandoval and Tiffany White who share stories about their father who served as the City's Mayor.By Gary Gillis - Host

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"Watch Your Mouth"

5M ago

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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." In this sermon, we talk about what it looks like to be made new by "watching our mouths."

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Update on the Union Mission 10:35

5M ago10:35

10:35

This week Gary checks in with Burt Dancy to talk about the Union Mission and the Construction projects going on.By Gary Gillis - Host

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"Dealing With Anger God's Way"

5M ago

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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." In this sermon, we talk about what it looks like to be made new by dealing with anger God's way.