Best Valley Chapel FMC Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 82 - Ryan Rovito, Valley Chapel FMC 26:10

4h ago26:10

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About the guest: Ryan Rovito is the pastor at Valley Chapel FMC in Warsaw, NY. After working in packaging, Ryan felt a call to ministry and pursued it. Now serving as lead pastor he has a passion for the Gospel, and an interest in seeing liturgy, or "the work of the people"as an integral part of Christian worship, and should be rediscovered. Recomm…

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Thriving instead of surviving 1:29:56

11h ago1:29:56

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The Bible, with over 2,000 verses that mention money and possessions, and Jesus discussing money in at least 1 out of every 4 parables, clearly emphasizes the importance of financial stewardship. Yet, in our daily lives, we often make quick, unintentional financial decisions that can lead to living paycheck to paycheck or crisis to crisis. This 4-w…

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I am not my own 33:45

10d ago33:45

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The Bible, with over 2,000 verses that mention money and possessions, and Jesus discussing money in at least 1 out of every 4 parables, clearly emphasizes the importance of financial stewardship. Yet, in our daily lives, we often make quick, unintentional financial decisions that can lead to living paycheck to paycheck or crisis to crisis. This 4-w…

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God-Given Revelation 32:45

13d ago32:45

32:45

Free Methodists are first and foremost a Kingdom people. Yet throughout church history God has raised up distinct movements like ours to enrich the larger body of Christ. . . We call it The Free Methodist Way. Learn more at https://fmcusa.org/thefmwayBy Ryan Rovito

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Cross-Cultural Collaboration 34:10

20d ago34:10

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Free Methodists are first and foremost a Kingdom people. Yet throughout church history God has raised up distinct movements like ours to enrich the larger body of Christ. . . We call it The Free Methodist Way. Learn more at https://fmcusa.org/thefmwayBy Ryan Rovito

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Christ-Compelled Multiplication 25:41

27d ago25:41

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Free Methodists are first and foremost a Kingdom people. Yet throughout church history God has raised up distinct movements like ours to enrich the larger body of Christ. . . We call it The Free Methodist Way. Learn more at https://fmcusa.org/thefmwayBy Ryan Rovito

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Love-Driven Justice 31:33

1M ago31:33

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Free Methodists are first and foremost a Kingdom people. Yet throughout church history God has raised up distinct movements like ours to enrich the larger body of Christ. . . We call it The Free Methodist Way. Learn more at https://fmcusa.org/thefmwayBy Ryan Rovito

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Life-Giving Holiness 20:41

2M ago20:41

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Free Methodists are first and foremost a Kingdom people. Yet throughout church history God has raised up distinct movements like ours to enrich the larger body of Christ. . . We call it The Free Methodist Way. Learn more at https://fmcusa.org/thefmwayBy Ryan Rovito

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Does Jesus Really Call a Woman a Dog? 29:01

2M ago29:01

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This week Pastor Kathyrn and Pastor Ryan are doing a "Pulpit swap"! Pastor Kathryn is the Lead Pastor of Eastside Church in Fairport, NY. They are a small church in the suburbs of Rochester that is focused on loving everyone and serving anyone! Pastor Kathryn and her husband Collin love reading and playing board games together, as well as taking th…

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Sharing the Bible Without Being a Jerk: Making disciples with the scriptures 24:17

2M ago24:17

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Feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or even resistant to reading the Bible? Join us for a transformative six-week series, "Explore: The Bible," where we'll break down barriers, dispel confusion, and show you how to find confidence, wisdom, and personal transformation when you enter the Scriptures. Discover how to make Bible study an empowering and life-ch…

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When it Doesn’t Make Sense: Navigating difficult passages 29:48

2M ago29:48

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Feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or even resistant to reading the Bible? Join us for a transformative six-week series, "Explore: The Bible," where we'll break down barriers, dispel confusion, and show you how to find confidence, wisdom, and personal transformation when you enter the Scriptures. Discover how to make Bible study an empowering and life-ch…

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More than interesting Ideas: Being discipled instead of entertained 23:12

3M ago23:12

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Feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or even resistant to reading the Bible? Join us for a transformative six-week series, "Explore: The Bible," where we'll break down barriers, dispel confusion, and show you how to find confidence, wisdom, and personal transformation when you enter the Scriptures. Discover how to make Bible study an empowering and life-ch…

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How to Let Scripture do the Talking: Avoiding making the scripture obey me 1:25:57

3M ago1:25:57

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Feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or even resistant to reading the Bible? Join us for a transformative six-week series, "Explore: The Bible," where we'll break down barriers, dispel confusion, and show you how to find confidence, wisdom, and personal transformation when you enter the Scriptures. Discover how to make Bible study an empowering and life-ch…

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Missing the Forest for the Trees: The danger of ignoring context 34:45

3M ago34:45

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Feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or even resistant to reading the Bible? Join us for a transformative six-week series, "Explore: The Bible," where we'll break down barriers, dispel confusion, and show you how to find confidence, wisdom, and personal transformation when you enter the Scriptures. Discover how to make Bible study an empowering and life-ch…

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Why Bother With the Bible? 32:52

3M ago32:52

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Feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or even resistant to reading the Bible? Join us for a transformative six-week series, "Explore: The Bible," where we'll break down barriers, dispel confusion, and show you how to find confidence, wisdom, and personal transformation when you enter the Scriptures. Discover how to make Bible study an empowering and life-ch…

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Community: When I don't want to be a part of the group 20:28

3M ago20:28

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Sometimes, groups do things that we disagree with. The church has many flaws, and it’s tempting to decide to associate when we align but then disassociate when we don’t. How much do I need to align myself with my church community? Paul teaches us to, “Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks t…

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Community: When I’m just not feelin’ it 24:10

4M ago24:10

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What does community look like when I’m not passionate about it like others? Do I always need to be excited, happy to be there, eager, and driven, or can I just “be” for a while? Do I need to engage when I’m not feeling connected personally? Paul teaches us to celebrate and live as one “through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to Go…

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Community: When I need direction 24:13

4M ago24:13

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What does community look like when I need some good advice? Do I just hear a bunch of pleasantries, or do people dive into the scriptures and seek the wisdom of God alongside me? We don’t have all the answers but must pursue them together. Paul teaches us to, “Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another wi…

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Community: When it’s gotten tense 26:42

4M ago26:42

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What does community look like when our conflict has gotten tense? Disagreements and conflict can feel gut-wrenching and fill us with anxiety to the point where we feel like running away. Isn’t community supposed to be peaceful? In reality, it just isn’t always happy and friendly. Yet, Paul teaches us to “put on love, which binds them all together i…

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Community: When I’ve been hurt 35:06

4M ago35:06

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What does community look like when I’ve been hurt by people in that community? Do I give up? Do I tolerate abuse? How do I respond to others when they cause me deep pain? Paul teaches us to “Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” We are transforming into a commun…

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Ep. 81 - John Freed, GLR Wesleyan Church 25:00

5M ago25:00

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About the guest: John Freed has pursued his call to the patoral ministry with a passion for the lost. Following his years in pastoring and church planting, John is now in senior leadeship with the Great Lakes Region of the Wesleyan Church where he seeks to inspire new leaders and church planters to grow the Kingdom. Recommended Books: A Tale of Thr…

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Community: When things aren't working 28:21

5M ago28:21

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What does community look like when things aren’t working? People are suffering, needy, flawed, and mess up. We are broken people living with broken people, and our mutual inadequacy can get in the way of community. Paul teaches us to, in the face of one another’s brokenness, “clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and pat…

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Hey Man! Don't be a Haman. 36:39

5M ago36:39

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It's the day the Church began. Let's celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit with special guest preacher Elaine Southard.By Elaine Southard

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Ep 80 - REPLAY Andrew Seppo, Operations Transformation 32:39

5M ago32:39

32:39

I loved talking to Andrew. We discussed the crossover from professional experience coming into ministry, what we are looking forward to despite some of the challenges, and the interesting ministry handover from a father to a son. 👍 Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thepastorscallpodcast⁠ 🖥️ Website - ⁠https://www.thepastorscall.com/⁠🎞️ Youtube -…

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Pentecost Sunday 24:02

5M ago24:02

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It's the day the Church began. Let's celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit with special guest preacher Marlena Graves.By Marlena Graves Ph.D.

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Ep. 79 - Sondra Hinson, Hillside Wesleyan 25:08

5M ago25:08

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About the guest: Sondra is currently serving as the Children's Pastor at Hillside Wesleyan Church in Port Huron MI, where she grew up. Facing dynamic situations growing up, and now seeing God's redemptive plan at work, Sondra brings the joy of her faith to not just being a children's pastor, but to being a mom as well. Recommended Books: The Screwt…

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Do My Stories Belong? 31:33

5M ago31:33

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Does it sometimes feel like only certain parts of you belong in church? Do you feel like you need to keep some parts hidden out of fear of rejection, shame, or judgment? Where do my doubts, fears, brokenness, differences, circumstances, and story fit when everyone else seems to have it all together? Let’s take a good hard look at what belonging mea…

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Ep. 78 - Josh Pease, The Porch 33:01

5M ago33:01

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About the guest: Josh currently serves as partor of The Porch, a church congregation south of Denver, CO. Having been published in well known magazines and newspapers writing a lot about abuse scandals that have rocked the Church, Josh has a desire to see God's Kingdom be a place where people come to recieve healing and salvation. Recommended Books…

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Do My Circumstances Belong? 31:19

6M ago31:19

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Does it sometimes feel like only certain parts of you belong in church? Do you feel like you need to keep some parts hidden out of fear of rejection, shame, or judgment? Where do my doubts, fears, brokenness, differences, circumstances, and story fit when everyone else seems to have it all together? Let’s take a good hard look at what belonging mea…

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Ep. 77 - Penn Clark, Wellspring Fellowship 25:25

6M ago25:25

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About the guest: Penn Clark is the current pastor of Wellspring Fellowship, with numerous locations around central New York. Penn is originally from Canada, and once he was saved felt the call the minister and preach the gospel. Through both specialized ministry in Mennonite & Amish communities, and have a speciality with helping churches leave leg…

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Does My Difference Belong? 34:25

6M ago34:25

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Does it sometimes feel like only certain parts of you belong in church? Do you feel like you need to keep some parts hidden out of fear of rejection, shame, or judgment? Where do my doubts, fears, brokenness, differences, circumstances, and story fit when everyone else seems to have it all together? Let’s take a good hard look at what belonging mea…

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Ep. 76 - Faith Bogdan, Wellsville Community Church 28:46

6M ago28:46

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About the guest: Faith Bogdan copastors Wellsburg Community Church with her husband in South Central New York. While Faith and her husband were hesitant at first to enter the pastoral ministry, they felt strongly that God was calling them to it. Despite past experiences in toxic church environments, Faith and her husband are dedicated to loving peo…

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Do My Needs Belong? 30:51

6M ago30:51

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Does it sometimes feel like only certain parts of you belong in church? Do you feel like you need to keep some parts hidden out of fear of rejection, shame, or judgment? Where do my doubts, fears, brokenness, differences, circumstances, and story fit when everyone else seems to have it all together? Let’s take a good hard look at what belonging mea…

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Does My Fear Belong? 28:51

6M ago28:51

28:51

Does it sometimes feel like only certain parts of you belong in church? Do you feel like you need to keep some parts hidden out of fear of rejection, shame, or judgment? Where do my doubts, fears, brokenness, differences, circumstances, and story fit when everyone else seems to have it all together? Let’s take a good hard look at what belonging mea…

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Ep. 75 - REPLAY Michael Alexander 31:22

6M ago31:22

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We are doing a REPLAY! There have been some amazing episodes done earlier on that newer listeners may not have heard. This week we are replaying my pastor, Michael Alexander as he shares his call and ministry journey

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Does My Doubt Belong? 19:54

6M ago19:54

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Does it sometimes feel like only certain parts of you belong in church? Do you feel like you need to keep some parts hidden out of fear of rejection, shame, or judgment? Where do my doubts, fears, brokenness, differences, circumstances, and story fit when everyone else seems to have it all together? Let’s take a good hard look at what belonging mea…

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Ep 74 - James Craft, Calvary Baptist Church 25:36

7M ago25:36

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About the guest: James Craft is the pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Lafayette, LA. James sahres his story of coming to faith, educatin, teaching nad pastoring. James has a passion to see people become free from trauma and oppression in their lives through the power of the gospel. Recommended Books: Dallas Willard Episode Sponsored by: Blue Wate…

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Easter Sunday 2024 19:05

7M ago19:05

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He is Risen! Celebrate the moment that turned the world upside down.By Ryan Rovito

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Palm Sunday 2024 20:49

7M ago20:49

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God's transforming love flows through a million tiny "yeses"By Ryan Rovito

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Ep. 73 - Kevin Young, Malone Wesleyan Church 43:41

7M ago43:41

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About the guest: Kevin has pastored in Malone, NY for almost a decade now, and shares his story of solidifying his faith and call to ministry. Starting in Michigan, he eventually accepted the call to pastor in Malone. While being a strong introvert, Kevin shares his insights on what is means to be one in what seems to be an extroverts game. This ha…

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Dying to self is essential to new life - The 5th Sunday of Lent 30:22

7M ago30:22

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Is your "Dying to self" leading to compromise, fatigue, and burnout? This can't be what Jesus meant, can it? It doesn’t feel like the new life he promises on the other side. Let’s explore the deeper meaning of death to self this Lent.By Kristina LaBelle-Peterson

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Ep. 71 - Jon Sanders 28:32

7M ago28:32

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About the guest: From firefighter, to pastor, and back to firefighter Jon has followed God’s call to the remote parts near Sioux Falls South Dakota. Now pastoring and a firefighter Jon brings a wealth of church planting knowledge to the table as he also mentors other pastors to build vibrant communities of Christ-followers. As well, Jon has a passi…

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Dying to self means being transformed by grace - The 4th Sunday of Lent 25:32

7M ago25:32

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Is your "Dying to self" leading to compromise, fatigue, and burnout? This can't be what Jesus meant, can it? It doesn’t feel like the new life he promises on the other side. Let’s explore the deeper meaning of death to self this Lent.By Ryan Rovito

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Ep. 71, Emily Payne, Parish of N. Albury 31:33

8M ago31:33

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About the guest: Emily has been ordained in the Anglican Church of Australia for around a decade. She shares her story, and call to ministry. Working through how God was calling her to the pastorate. Emily has a deep love for the liturgy of her tradition, and shares about its importance for the human soul longing for God in our fast-paced modern wo…

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Dying to self means trusting God when it doesn’t make sense - The 3rd Sunday of Lent 25:25

8M ago25:25

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Is your "Dying to self" leading to compromise, fatigue, and burnout? This can't be what Jesus meant, can it? It doesn’t feel like the new life he promises on the other side. Let’s explore the deeper meaning of death to self this Lent.By Ryan Rovito

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Ep. 70 - Jill Richardson, Real Hope Community Church 28:01

8M ago28:01

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About the guest: Jill Richardson is currently pastor at Real Hope Community Church in Oswego, IL. Jill is also the author of numerous books, and speaks for various groups and organizations. Jill has a heart and passion for seeing the Church interact in more personal ways that encourages growth and discipleship. Recommended Books: Canoeing the Mount…

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Dying to self means entrusting everything to Jesus - The 2nd Sunday of Lent 25:45

8M ago25:45

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Is your "Dying to self" leading to compromise, fatigue, and burnout? This can't be what Jesus meant, can it? It doesn’t feel like the new life he promises on the other side. Let’s explore the deeper meaning of death to self this Lent.By Ryan Rovito

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Ep. 69 - Ken Patriquin 46:05

8M ago46:05

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About the Guest: Ken is a licensed and trained therapist who has worked for many decades in ministry context's. This has enabled Ken to be equipped not just a mental, but gospel centered response to trauma and other things suffered as a result of our broken humanity. While also having pastoral experience, Ken knows well the struggles pastors has, a…

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Dying to self means letting God take the lead - The 1st Sunday of Lent 23:56

8M ago23:56

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Is your "Dying to self" leading to compromise, fatigue, and burnout? This can't be what Jesus meant, can it? It doesn’t feel like the new life he promises on the other side. Let’s explore the deeper meaning of death to self this Lent.By Ryan Rovito

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Ash Wednesday/ Valentine's Day Service 38:51

8M ago38:51

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“‘Even now,’ declares the LORD, ‘return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.’ Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love, and he relents from sending calamity.”By Ryan Rovito

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