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A production of West Park Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. We have conversations about how we can all love God, love people, and impact the world. www.westparkbaptist.org

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    • Sep 29, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Kathy and Roger McIntyre | Tara, James, Roger & Kathy | Ep. 61

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 47:03


    Tara takes the opportunity to join Pastor James Lynch and Roger and Kathy McIntyre for a heartfelt discussion about Kathy's journey through cancer. They explore her hopeful outlook and emphasize the vital role of their church family in providing support and connection during this challenging time.

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    Family Ministry & Crew 45 | Tara Hayes, Chris Reed and Audra Chaney | Ep. 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 28:49


    Throughout July, Family Ministries has been a prominent topic of discussion. Tara engages in a conversation with Chris and Audra, exploring the structure, objectives, and diverse approaches to family ministry. They also delve into the details of Crew45, a newly established class tailored for 4th and 5th graders.

    Perpetua | Tara Hayes and Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 59

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 43:34


    Every summer during the Equipping Classes, we host "Christians You Should Know." Tara engages in a conversation with Matthew Goldstine to explore Perpetua, delving into her identity and significance in the history of our faith.

    Irenaeus | Tara Hayes and Pastor Sam Polson | Ep. 58

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 39:17


    Every summer during our Equipping Classes, we feature "Christians You Should Know." This year, Tara and Pastor Sam delve into the life and legacy of Irenaeus, often hailed as "The Father of Theology." They explore his profound contributions to theological thought and its impact on our understanding today. They also reflect on the significance of learning from the lives of Christians who have paved the way before us.

    New Service Schedule | Tara Hayes, Pastor Sam Polson and Jake Bishop | Ep. 57

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 30:21


    Starting August 4, 2024, West Park will implement new service times! In today's episode, Tara discusses these changes with Pastor Sam and Jake Bishop, exploring their implications across various ministries. They also highlight the introduction of new Equipping Classes aimed at fostering deeper spiritual growth and congregation engagement.

    The Book of James | Tara Hayes and Pastor Joe Kappel | Ep. 56

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 48:09


    As West Park begins walking through The Book of James for the summer, Pastor Joe and Tara highlight historical information about the authorship and structure of this timeless book. While exploring its practical implications in the lives of believers, they also spend time highlighting some of their favorite passages, offering insights and wisdom. Pastor Joe shares ideas and study tools to deepen our understanding of this important book. Resources Be Mature by Warren Wiersbe A Thirst for Wholeness: How to Gain Wisdom from the Book of James by Jay Adams The Message of James (The Bible Speaks Today Series) by J. Alec Motyer

    Training Program | Tara, Susan, Elaine and Matthew | Ep. 55

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 54:21


    Join Tara Hayes as she sits down with Susan, Elaine and Matthew to discuss the Training Program led by Jake Bishop. They will share ways they've grown spiritually and how all people in the church can benefit from this program. You can apply for the fall program through May 26, 2024, that will begin on September 10, 2024. Resources Apply Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney

    Street Hope Tennessee | Tara Hayes, Al Cage, April Timko and Carletta Scarberry | Ep. 54

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 44:54


    Tara sits down with Al Cage, Executive Director of Knox Haven and April Timko, Director of Street Hope Tennessee, along with Carletta Scarberry to discuss Street Hope Tennessee and the work they are doing to combat human trafficking. The problem of human trafficking may be more prevalent than you know - listen to find out how you can be aware and be part of the solution!  Resources  Street Hope Tennessee  Facebook  Instagram  TBI Tips  Call TBI – 1-800-TBI-FIND (824-3463) 

    Holy Week | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 53

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 20:44


    During this special episode of Impact the World, Tara focuses on scriptures that reflect on the events of Holy week and Jesus' sacrificial work that brings us redemption. You are encouraged to use this guided mediation by following the prompts to help you reflect, rejoice, and commune with God as you prepare your heart for Easter. Music is provided by Max Horsewood.

    The Deacons | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. 52

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 39:54


    With the new year comes new deacons! Tara and Pastor James have a conversation about our deacons, their biblical role, and how they serve the body at West Park.   Resources  www.wpbc.link/Deacons2024 benevolence@westparkbaptist.org 

    CedarBrook Outreach | Tara Hayes, Sam Polson, Lisa Newsome, and Jack Underwood | Ep. 51

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 49:38


    Tara sits down with Jack Underwood, Lisa Newsome and Pastor Sam Polson to talk about the formation of CedarBrook Outreach and how it has grown over the past several years. Also, Jack and Lisa share the vision for the surrounding community and how CedarBrook partners with West Park to accomplish their goals. Resources www.westparkbaptist.org/cedarbrookoutreach

    Advent | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 50

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 15:24


    During this special episode of Impact the World, Tara focuses on scriptures that reflect Jesus' first coming, the promises of His finished work of redemption, and His second coming. You are encouraged to use this guided meditation weekly by following the prompts to help you reflect, rejoice, and commune with God as you prepare your heart for Advent. Music is provided by Max Horsewood. Resources In Love A Throne by Max Horsewood Country Gospel Verse 1 In love a throne to Christ was promised That all nations him should serve That praise should rise to God's begotten For redemption undeserved Every shadow under Moses Celebration, sacrifice Pointed to a future coming God himself in form of Christ Verse 2 In love a throne Christ left behind him Word of God took on our flesh From his youth increased in wisdom To reveal God's truth suppressed In the true propitiation Jesus died as sinners should Yet his soul was not abandoned  God has raised him for our good Verse 3 In love a throne will be established On a recreated earth Christ will banish Death to hell's abyss And be crowned with utmost worth Holiness will be our nature From the greatest to the least And forever we'll adore him At his royal table feast (x2)

    The Elders | Tara Hayes & Paul Wehmeier | Ep. 49

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 31:56


    Continuing the series, “We Are West Park,” Tara sits down with the chairman of The Elders, Paul Wehmeier and they discuss Elders at West Park. Why do we have elders, what is their role in the church, and who are our Elders?   Resources  pwehmeier@westparkbaptist.org 

    Covenant Membership | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. 48

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 46:59


    Continuing the series, “We Are West Park,” Tara and James discuss the importance of covenant membership at West Park. How is a covenant different from a contract? Is it biblical and why is it important to who West Park is?   Resources ⁠Proposed Documents

    Our Doctrinal Statement | Tara Hayes and Joe Kappel | Ep. 47

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 35:12


    As part of a series in November called, “We Are West Park,” Tara and Pastor Joe discuss the recent amendments to West Park's doctrinal statement. They focus on the importance of a doctrinal statement, and the reasons and process of amending the current statement.  Resources Proposed Documents

    Making the Most of the Empty Nest | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. #46

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 36:57


    In a continuation of the Faith and Family series, Tara and James Lynch discuss making the best of the empty nest. How do you respond if you didn't want the empty nest to ever happen – what if you've been looking forward to an empty nest but now you have boomerang kids? The Bible has answers and encouragement for all these situations.

    Raising Kids in the Digital Age | Tara Hayes, Joe Kappel and Jake Bishop | Ep. 45

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 47:25


    In a follow-up to the Faith and Family series Tara, Pastor Joe and Jake have a conversation about the challenges to both parents and kids when raising a family in the digital age.  Resources  The Intentional Father  The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Couch  Safeguards by Julie Lowe  God Made All of Me: A Book to Help Children Protect Their Bodies by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb  Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids by Kristen Jenson 

    Middle School Ministry | Tara Hayes and Audra Chaney | Ep. 44

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 39:37


    Continuing our monthly ministry focus Tara and Audra Chaney talk about Middle School Ministry. Audra shares her testimony as well as how she landed in ministry and what influence the middle school ministry had on where she is today. They also discuss the goals of the ministry and the importance of family involvement in their kid's spiritual development.   Resources  Contact for more info 

    High School Ministry | Tara Hayes and Colin Hughes | Ep. 43

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 39:29


    During August our ministry focus has been Students. Tara has a conversation about the goals and vision of high school ministry, the changes that have recently taken place, and upcoming events. Colin turns the interview mic on Tara and asks her about what high school was like for her!  Resources  Contact for more info 

    Singles and the Church | Tara Hayes & Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 42

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 41:54


    As a part of the August Faith and Family series, Tara and Matthew lead a conversation with a live audience about being single in the church. Why is being single called a gift in scripture and what does that really mean? What is the responsibility of singles and those who are not to form community within the body of believers? 

    Bonus: Partner Highlight | Carmen and Rhode | Ep. 41a

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 63:07


    Tara meets again with Global Partner, Carmen and her colleague, Rhode from Cuba. They talk about how God called Rhode into ministry as a child and how that has influenced her work with children not only in Cuba but also all over the world. They also discuss what it is like to live and serve in Cuba.

    Intergenerational Church Conclusion | James Lynch and Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 41

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 32:56


    James and Matthew conclude the conversation about Intergenerational Church. They encourage us all to explore what the church would look like and what we could accomplish in our community and for His Kingdom if we are all seeking to use our gifts as one body across the generations.   

    Bonus: Partner Highlight | Peter | Ep. 40a

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 36:56


    Tara gets to have a conversation with our Global Partner Peter after a brief stop at West Park. They explore all the ways God is moving Peter and his team to minister in his home country.

    Intergenerational Church Interviews PT 2 | James, Matthew, Ben, Dennis | Ep. 40

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 49:03


    James and Matthew sit down with Ben and Dennis and continue the discussion about how generations work together in the church.   

    Intergenerational Church Interviews | James Lynch, Matthew Goldstine, Sue Polson, Coleen Hebert | Ep. 39

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 48:45


    James and Matthew sit down with Sue and Coleen to discuss how they see God working in them today and through the different stages of their lives.  

    Intergenerational Church | James Lynch & Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 38

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 39:33


    Tara sat down with Pastor James Lynch and Matthew Goldstine to kick off a series that will be led by James and Matthew about Intergenerational Church. They laid the foundation for the importance of not just a multi-generational church but also, the importance of how they interact and how they are mutually beneficial to one another's spiritual growth. Resources Impact the World - Episode 36 - Sr. Adult Ministry 

    Biblical Counseling Certification Process | Pastor Al & Terri Cage | Ep. 37

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 52:50


    To kick off the May Ministry Focus of Biblical Counseling, Tara, Pastor Al, and Terri Cage discuss the framework of Biblical Counseling and how it forms the process of becoming a Biblical Counselor at West Park.   Resources  West Park Biblical Counseling  Impact the World - Episode 5 - Biblical Counseling 

    Senior Adult Ministry | Pastor James Lynch | Ep. 36

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 36:50


    Pastor James Lynch talks with Tara about what brought him to Senior Adult Ministry. He also discusses the importance of seniors to the church body and his vision for a growing and thriving ministry.   Resources  West Park Senior Adult Info  jlynch@westparkbaptist.org 

    Book Review | Jake Bishop | Ep. 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 21:48


    Tara and Jake sit down to discuss the quarterly book review. In this episode, they cover the books that are used in the Training Program. The conversation explores the benefits of these books for the Christian life whether you are part of the Training Program or not.  Resources  Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem  40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible by Rob Plummer  Spiritual Disciplines For The Christian Life by Donald Whitney  Information and Application 

    Training Program | LeAnn Hilemon, Jonathan Russell, and Sally Folden | Ep. 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 33:51


    Join Tara as she sits down with LeAnn, Jonathan, and Sally to discuss the Training Program led by Jake Bishop. They will share ways they've grown spiritually and give insight as to how all people in the church can benefit from this program. The application process will be open from April 16 – May 14. Weekly meetings will begin September 12, 2023 and last through May 7, 2024. Resources  Information and Application 

    Romans Discussion | Pastor Joe Kappel & Jake Bishop | Ep. 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 21:35


    Tara sits down with Pastor Joe and Jake to discuss a brief recap of where we've been in Romans, and where we're headed. There is also a discussion of how the pastors determine the direction of the series and what they have learned as they prepare to preach each week. 

    How Do We Know the Resurrection Really Happened? | Jake Bishop | Ep. 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 19:49


    In this episode, Tara and Jake discuss why the Resurrection is important to Christianity and give 5 quick points that prove it was a historical event. These points are just a few of many others and Jake and Tara discuss books that dive deeper into this subject.   Resources  Resurrection of The Son of God by N.T. Wright  Hope In Times of Fear by Timothy Keller  wpbc.link/holyweek 

    Renewal, Volunteers | David Jones & Scott Williams | Ep. 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 37:53


    During March the Ministry Focus has been Renewal. In this episode, David Jones shares his testimony, what brought him to Renewal, and how God is using him as a volunteer. Scott Williams also joins Tara and discusses the different facets of Renewal, who the program is for, and how change is brought about.  Resources  West Park Renewal Ministry 

    Because You Gave | Lisa Newsome | Ep. 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 20:05


    In this episode, Tara will be talking with Lisa Newsome about the new Nursery Hallway.  This “Because You Gave” story is a celebration of just one of the ways God is using the resources that the people of West Park have given in order to further His kingdom work! 

    Renewal Participant, Kaitlyn | Scott & Kaitlyn | Ep. 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 30:54


    For the March Ministry Focus Tara has a conversation with Scott and Kaitlyn about the Renewal ministry. Kaitlyn discusses what brought her to Renewal, her turning point, and how God worked in her life through this vital ministry. Resources West Park Renewal Ministry

    Serving Opportunities | Cindy Reynolds | Ep. 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 12:45


    Tara sits down with Cindy Reynolds to talk about all of the upcoming ways to reach out to our community and the updated “Serving Opportunities” page on the website. Resources wpbc.link/serve

    Ministry Focus – Global Missions | Sam Polson | Ep. 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 35:37


    For February's Ministry Focus, Tara and Pastor Sam Polson sit down and discuss Missions at West Park. They take a brief look at how it has developed over the years not only around the world but also at West Park. They highlight what is different about how West Park supports missionaries from other churches.

    Partner Highlight | Greg & Suzanne Pitts | Ep. 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 32:39


    Tara is joined by Greg and Suzanne Pitts, long-time global partners with West Park. Get to know Greg and Suzanne better as well as hear about how God has used them in various ways through the years. Hear about how God has them serving now! Resources greg.pitts@cru.org

    Partner Highlight, Part 1 | Carmen | Ep. 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 39:47


    Listen to part one of the touching story of Carmen, one of our global partners.

    Partner Highlight, Part 2 | Carmen | Ep. 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 35:50


    Listen to part two of the touching story of Carmen, one of our global partners.

    Book Recommendations from 2022 | Jake Bishop | Ep. 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 22:01


    Jake Bishop shares with Tara his top list of books that he read in 2022. Which ones stuck out to him and made an impact on him during the last year? Listen to find out. Resources The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness by Tim Keller Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley How to Pray by Pete Greig Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren The God of the Garden by Andrew Peterson A Burning in My Bones: The Authorized Biography of Eugene H. Peterson by Winn Collier Becoming Dallas Willard: The Formation of a Philosopher, Teacher, and Christ Follower by Gary Moon Recommendations by Others on West Park Staff Think Again: The Relief from the Burden of Introspection by Jared Mellinger The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield GraceLaced: Discovering Timeless Truths Through Seasons of the Heart by Ruth Chou Simons Beholding and Becoming: The Art of Everyday Worship by Ruth Chou Simons

    Romans Recap and Looking Ahead | Joe Kappel | Ep. 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 31:16


    As we return to the book of Romans, Tara and Pastor Joe Kappel review main themes that were covered from chapters 1-5 as well as discuss important subjects to come in chapters 6-11. Resources Messages from West Park Baptist Church

    Formed Through Community | Jake Bishop | Ep. 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 37:38


    Tara and Jake Bishop discuss the importance of community as it relates to spiritual formation. They explore the biblical basis for community and how true community is formed. Resources community@westparkbaptist.org Learn More About Community Groups at WPBC

    Formed Through Prayer | Joe Kappel | Ep. 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 25:56


    Tara and Pastor Joe Kappel discuss prayer and the part it plays in spiritual formation. They discuss practical applications of the REAP guides and give an outline of how to pray. Resources Prone to Wander: Prayers of Confession and Celebration by Barbara R. Duguid (Author), and others Guide to Prayer P – Praise R – Repent A – Ask Y – Yield wpbc.link/sg www.westparkbaptist.org/prayer

    Formed Through Scripture | Al Cage | Ep. 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2023 53:32


    Tara and Pastor Al Cage kick off a three-week series about spiritual formation. They discuss the role Scripture plays in spiritual formation, how we received Scripture, its sufficiency for life, and the motivation of studying and living according to Scripture.

    End-of-2022 Wrap-up | LeAnn Hilemon | Ep. 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 13:57


    Tara and LeAnn Hilemon share a quick overview of the podcast – what has gone on since its beginning and a quick peek at what is coming up in 2023. Resources podcast@westparkbaptist.org wpbc.link/advent2022

    Legacy Giving | James Lynch, James Lawrence | Ep. 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2022 30:36


    Pastor James Lynch and James Lawrence have a discussion with Tara about Legacy Giving. They answer the questions of what exactly is Legacy Giving, why does it matter biblically, and what does it look like practically. Resources www.theJLawFirm.com theJLawFirm411@gmail.com

    Kids Ministry | Lisa Newsome | Ep. 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 47:17


    Lisa Newsome and Tara talk about Kids Ministry, the curriculum, and the importance of teaching our kids strong, biblical Truth. They also discuss how the Jehovah-Jireh offering will impact Kids Ministry. Resources www.westparkbaptist.org/wp-kids/ kids@westparkbaptist.org

    Bonus: Partner Highlight | Emil T | Ep. 15a

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 35:18


    Tara sits down with global partner Emil Toader to discuss West Park's long-time partnership with Missio Link International in Romania. Listen as they discuss ways God is working in Romania, the war in Ukraine, and how West Park contributed to their work with Ukrainian refugees. Resources www.missiointernational.org

    Hospitality | Jake Bishop | Ep. 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 29:00


    Jake Bishop and Tara continue the topic of spiritual formation. On this episode they discuss the biblical view of hospitality, practical tips on what it is and what it isn't, and why it is important. Resources The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield

    Trusting God | Sam Polson | Ep. 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 32:58


    Pastor Sam Polson discusses with Tara the upcoming November focus, Trusting God – Generosity for Generations. Learn about the history of the Jehovah-Jireh offering each November as well as how God has used it in the past and how it will impact the generations to come.

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