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RAIL PASS

Sarah Harty

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We discuss the day to day runnings at the Southern California Railway Museum, chatting to volunteers and interesting people. We share event information and talk to the people and vendors at the events.
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God In The Ordinary

Gary Dell & Sharon Tedford (Wiseword Radio & 61 Things Co-Production)

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Do you feel too 'ordinary' to impact those around you for Jesus? Isaiah 61 tells us how to reach our communities with the Truth of the Gospel. Regardless of what you do, ordinary Christians are the perfect candidates to serve God. But perhaps you don’t know how to get started? God In The Ordinary is a twice-monthly interview podcast and it can help you! Through encouraging and engaging stories, be inspired to learn how you can make an eternal difference in your community and beyond! Let’s ba ...
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This 'respin' from 2021 gives another chance to hear a compilation edition we put together on reaching the ONE YEAR mark of God In The Ordinary in October 2021! We celebrated by sharing inspiring and insightful clips from lots of editions since we started in October 2020. We had excellent guests from all areas of life so it was a hard job to choose…
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The benefits of technology are far-reaching, including the ability to share the Gospel with people all over the world. No matter their language or culture, many people have access to media and can hear the Good News through radio programmes. In this edition Don Shenk, executive director of The Tide ministries, joins us to talk about how important i…
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Wouldn’t it be great if every aspect of our lives was significant to God? The good news is that God really is interested in our day-to-day rhythms, and He’s attentive to every moment. So here's another chance to hear our guest from 2021, mission champion Mark Greene, inviting us to find ways to walk with God in each moment of our daily lives. Mark …
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Have you ever wondered about how many people in the world don’t know what the Bible is? Have you ever met someone who’s never heard of Jesus? Our guest in this edition, Chay Harty, works for the UK's Bible Society. Chay’s working with the Bible Society to ensure people all over the world can find out more about God by reading His word for themselve…
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Do you know the power-packed secret of the melody, Westminster Quarters – or the Westminster Chimes, to give it it’s other name? Perhaps you think you’ve never even heard it before - but you probably have! It’s the chime that rings out from Big Ben, the famous bell that sits in the Elizabeth Tower at the Palace of Westminster. This iconic clock tow…
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How can we support the persecuted church around the world? Is there anything I can do to support Christians who are oppressed? Today’s edition brings you an encouraging and engaging conversation with Ryan Brown, Chief Executive Officer, Open Doors US. We discuss how to support persecuted Christians, and Ryan helps us consider how we can add a simpl…
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Is it easy being a military spouse? What kind of difficulties do spouses of those serving in the military face, and how can we help them? This week, Sharon Tedford chats with former military spouse, Kristi Woods, who experienced first-hand what it was like to be separated from her husband for long periods of time before he retired from the Navy. Sh…
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What do you do when grief becomes your 'ordinary'? How do you find God when you’re suffering in the depths of despair? In this edition of God in The Ordinary, host Sharon Tedford talks with international speaker, writer, and mother of two, Becky Carpenter. Becky shares the story of how her youngest daughter, Skylar, ran into heaven a few years ago,…
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Have you wondered how a humble pipe cleaner could be a helpful tool when working towards inclusion in your church services? Or have you ever felt concerned for people in your own community who couldn’t afford necessary therapies for their children? Our guest today has a solution! Dr Naomi Graham shares her passion for providing professional therapy…
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Have you been praying for someone for years? Are you weary and discouraged because you don’t see any change? Our guest today brings a hearty dose of hope. Keith King moved from atheist, unconvinced, paraffin salesman, to a man fully submitted to Jesus. He tells us the story of one of his customers who persevered for years, as she consistently revea…
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You’re never too old or too unwell to serve God; or to find new ways to reveal Him to others! Hazel Hare is our guest today and she shares how God took her from a place of sickness, to a place of service. You'll be encouraged as you learn about how her willingness to obey God in her retirement has taken her all over the world to serve Him. We hear …
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You and I can partner with God to serve the world, no matter our age, ethnicity, or social status. He welcomes us all, including refugees. Our guest, Daniel Yang, knows this first-hand. He’s a second-generation Asian American. His Hmong family bravely fled from war-torn Laos after the 'Secret War' in the 1970’s. Daniel tells us their inspiring jour…
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In this installment, we have the privilege of reconnecting with founding member number 7, Harvey Laner, as he takes us on a journey through his experiences as a passionate rail fan. Join us as we delve into the early days of Harvey's start in the hobby, where his love for traction and railways ignited. Through his vivid recollections, we gain insig…
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In this episode, we meet two individuals, John Mobley and Stephen Priest, who played pivotal roles in securing the donation of the 5704 to Southern California Railway Museum (SCRM) and overseeing its remarkable cosmetic restoration. As a true classic piece of Americana, the Santa Fe 5407 holds immense significance to railroad history, and SCRM is h…
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Our guest for this edition is Fiona Thomas, a small business owner from near London, UK. Fiona tells of how holding hands with people, both literally and figuratively, has led to deeply impactful, Jesus-filled conversations; shares the very personal story of how she moved from feelings of disillusionment and shame, to finding genuine breakthrough i…
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Join us as we meet two dedicated volunteers, George Chapman and Bill Face, who are hard at work in this restoration barn. Together, they are undertaking the meticulous cosmetic restoration of LARy 665, a captivating process on its own. However, their expertise and attention extends beyond this project as they are also hard at work restoring LARy fa…
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Welcome to a spine-chilling episode of Rail Pass - brace yourself as we explore the mysterious world of the supernatural at Southern California Railway Museum (SCRM). In this hair-raising episode, we meet a group of courageous volunteers who fearlessly conduct ghost hunts in various locations within the museum. Armed with a special thermal gaming c…
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What if your love of music could lead to telling people about Jesus at a rock festival? What if wearing a high visibility vest led to leading people to faith? Would you do it? Today our guest is Tim Sudworth, an English Anglican vicar who loves heavy rock and who found himself attending Download Festival not only as a fan but also as an invited cha…
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Saving lives isn’t something most of us do all the time, but today’s guest makes a habit of it! She's a Christian Arab who grew up in Nazareth surrounded by people of many faiths. She found her passion when she joined Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel’s national emergency medical service and representative to the International Red Cross. Yasmeen Mazza…
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Have you ever been in a situation where there’s a clear need? Have you prayed about that, asking God to meet the need, only to be surprised when God asks you to be the one to provide the solution?! On this week’s edition we meet Jenni and Ben Tice, founders of Lily Pad Inc. There's a shortage of foster homes in the USA, and it’s difficult to place …
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Pacific Electric 1299 is a truly unique piece of SCRM's collection. This is a Pacific Electric deluxe business car. This car was purchased in 1958 and was originally brought to the Pamona Fairgrounds - it was not until 1998 that it came to SCRM. Since coming to the Museum PE 1299 has not been operational - until now! This podcast provides a brief i…
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SCRM has an amazing fleet of historic operational diesel locomotives that provide train rides to the public and unique Run One experiences for those interested in testing their skills at operating these massive machines. Restoring and maintaining a collection like this is no easy matter, and would not be possible without the help and guidance of th…
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Southern California Railway Museum was founded by volunteers, and when this Perris location was selected in 1958 there was little infrastructure - meaning that volunteers were tasked with the installation of many things we may take for granted in our modern world, such as our information and communication systems like phones and wifi. To help our l…
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Have you had your heart broken by the things that break God's heart? Have you felt the Holy Spirit leading you to do something in reponse to that? Have you answered that call? That's the story behind how - and where - this week's guest has been serving God for over 20 years. Peter Thomas serves with international mission agency YWAM (Youth With A M…
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SCRM's iconic Ventura County Railway No. 2 is undergoing its regularly scheduled 1472 inspection. To help us understand what is involved in this rigorous process RailPass is talking to Jeff Lamb, the Steam Crew Foreman about the inspection, what they have accomplished so far, and what work is still needed to get VC-2 back up and running at SCRM.…
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Have you ever wondered if there’s a Christian service that provides help to people in physical and emotional need within the community? Is there a way for nurses to use their hard-earned skills outside of a hospital or doctor’s surgery? For this week’s edition, host Sharon Tedford chats with Barbara Griffiths, a regional nurse coordinator with Pari…
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Have you ever searched for happiness in something specific only to find it doesn’t make you happy after all? Perhaps you’ve found comfort in solitude in the past, but now it feels toxic to you. On this edition of God In The Ordinary we speak with Tina Yeager, an award-winning author, speaker, Flourish-Meant podcast host, and certified life coach. T…
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Is it really possible to help the most vulnerable and abused people in the world? Christians are called by Jesus to pursue His instructions and to care for the broken - but how do we do that well? In this edition of God In The Ordinary, Sharon Tedford talks with Jacob Sims, International Justice Mission’s Country Director for Cambodia, who helps us…
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Do people with chronic illness get a pass when it comes to sharing the good news of Jesus? In this edition we meet Zack and Farrel DeBaltzo, who are winning their battle against Cystic Fibrosis without missing a beat when it comes to revealing God in their everyday lives. As a married couple who both have Cystic Fibrosis (more commonly known as ‘CF…
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Southern California Railway Museum is the largest railway museum in the Western United States, and as such it contains numerous priceless and irreplaceable artifacts, both large and small. In order to maintain the safety of our collections SCRM implemented a Fire and Emergency Services unit. In this episode we talk to Chris Baldwin who spearheaded …
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Have you wondered whether you’re sharing your faith ‘enough’? Do you feel guilty that you don’t have a long list of people who’ve become Christians because of your witness? Our guest for this edition is comedian, preacher, and writer, Andy Kind. Andy has confidence in his specific gifts and allows God to use the uniqueness of his story as he goes a…
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Southern California Railway Museum has many exhibits, but the most interactive exhibit on display is our Signal Garden. This exhibit has been around for a long time, but only in the last few years has it become fully operational for guests to enjoy, and this is thanks to the dedication and hard work of volunteers Steve Ouilline and Don Desfor. In t…
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When your work situation prevents you from openly sharing the gospel, it is a lost cause? Can we still reveal the truth of Jesus in places where we can’t easily speak out about our faith? In this edition we meet Brittany Bonnaffons, Louisiana Overall Teacher of the Year. Brittany is an enthusiastic and gifted teacher of 9th grade High School studen…
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Archives are an important part of any museum, and Southern California Railway Museum has an extensive archive collection. On this episode we are talking with Darrell Calvillo and Harvey Laner about SCRM’s archives and the exciting work that is going on - especially as it relates to making this collection accessible to the public.…
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How often are the senior members of our communities forgotten? Is elder care something that we in the church should consider as important? In today's edition, host Sharon Tedford talks with Candy Arrington who unexpectedly found herself caring for her elderly mother, whilst at the same time raising her young children. Candy talks about how she deve…
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There’s something extraordinary about the word 'vulnerable'. It either strikes fear or the anticipation of meaningful connection into one's heart. Which one are you? In this edition Sharon chats with Kirsty Allen, a wife and mother of two, who’s found new freedom in living a vulnerable and sincere life - both spiritually and in her ordinary relatio…
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Angels are all over the Christmas story – from the Angel Gabriel popping in to visit Mary, to the huge angelic choir singing in the skies over the gathered shepherds. So, are angels still appearing to people today? In this special Christmas edition, our guest, Mike Robinson, says they are. Mike shares with us about his encounter with an angel at a …
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Does the Advent season afford us new opportunities to share the good news of the gospel? What can we do to reveal God in the ordinary rhythms of the Christmas season? In this edition, host Sharon Tedford talks with Dr. David Daniels, lead pastor of Central Bible Church, Fort Worth, Texas. David helps us to think through all the benefits of intentio…
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Is it possible to share the truth of the gospel with men and women in the armed services? How can people in the military hear about Jesus? Today’s guest works for a vibrant and important mission agency that’s working behind the wire on British military bases, sharing the love of Christ. John Surtees is the communications lead officer for the Soldie…
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Is there a place for God in my finances? Is it really possible to live debt free? Does society’s view on money match the Bible’s approach; and does it really matter anyway? On today’s edition host Sharon Tedford talks to financial coach, Leah Adams. On today’s episode host Sharon Tedford talks to financial coach, Leah Adams. Leah helps us to think …
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Prison ministry isn’t easy. So, is it worth it? Are there any encouraging outcomes from sharing the gospel in a prison? Can people convicted of crimes find freedom in Christ? Richard Stephens, UK Chairman of Kairos Prison Ministry International, is our guest for this edition. Richard tells us of how he’s seen God work in incredible and life-changin…
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Is it possible to be a Christian and suffer from bipolar disorder? Can you take medicine and still believe in God’s ability to heal? Can mental health difficulties exist in the life of a follower of Jesus? Today’s guest is not ashamed of how God created her. Amber Weigand-Buckley is open about her struggles with the complicated and life-interruptin…
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If God’s given you a passion for something, you can be sure He’ll be able to use it for His Kingdom. God is present in all areas of our lives – but are we willing to submit to His way in everything and see His will come to fruition? Today’s guest is Shelley Small, the Southwest Colorado Springs Area Representative for the Fellowship of Christian At…
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Southern California Railway Museum is a working restoration museum. Volunteers work diligently to restore and maintain historic trains and trolleys for future generations. One restoration project that is currently underway is the Emma Nevada. Join me, your host - Sarah Harty - as we talk to the volunteers behind the restoration of this 141 year old…
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How can I help people in my own community who are suffering when I’m suffering myself? In July 2022, a terrible wildfire hit Wennington, a small village on the eastern edge of London, and destroyed many homes. Our guest today chose to put aside her feelings of inadequacy and leant on her faith in God as she stepped in to help. As vicar of both the …
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Volunteers Bryan Watts and John Cunningham are part of a team that produce a video series called Tales from the Rails. This series explores the history of the trains and trolleys in Southern California Railway Museum’s collection and provides updates on ongoing projects. Join me, your host - Sarah Harty - as we learn more about this series and what…
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