More Than Sunday

Welcome to Season 2 of the More Than Sunday podcast, from First Pres Church of Glen Ellyn. On today's show Pastor Chris Griggs is joined by Wheaton College professor Dr. Julie Newberry to discuss her upcoming EQUIPPED class at FPGE. Starting September 11th, Dr. Newberry will teach Reading Scripture with the Early Church: The Old Testament in Acts 1-8. Listen in to learn more!Learn more about Dr. Newberry's class here: https://firstpresge.org/adult-education/

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! On today's episode Pastor Chris is joined by Bob Clauss and Steve Nelson, who both serve the church in often overlooked and unglamorous ways.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests:Bob Clauss, Steve Nelson : Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! On today's episode Pastor Chris is joined by David Profitt and Charlie Gadd to discuss the details and joy of serving in children's ministry at First Pres.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests:David Profitt, Charlie Gadd : Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! On today's episode Pastor Chris is joined by Rob Merrell and Jeff West, who recently started a men's small group meeting each Tuesday morning.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Rob Merrell, Jeff West : Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs. On today's episode Pastor Chris is joined by Kerri Andersen andLesley Pretkelis, who share their experiences with the choir and encourage anyone looking for a way to praise God and find community to jump in.Next Steps:Interested in joining the choir? Contact lpretkelis@firstpresge.org Today's Guests: Kerri Andersen, Lesley Pretkelis Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs. On today's episode Pastor Chris is joined by Nathan Gilbert and David Profitt to give us a behind-the-scenes look at the volunteers, passion, and planning it takes to pull off a God-glorifying week of Vacation Bible School.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Nathan Gilbert, David Profitt: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs. On today's episode Pastor Chris is joined by Charles, Thomas, and Mallory to discuss their various roles at Vacation Bible School and how others can join and make a difference through Children's ministry.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Charles, Thomas, Mallory: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! On today's episode Chris is joined by Jeff Seifert and Pete Vlasses, who participate in a Bible study group meeting on Saturday mornings.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Jeff Seifert, Pete Vlasses: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs!  Charlie Gadd and Andrew Sedlacek join today's show to share their experience of working and serving with the AV Tech team at First Pres Glen Ellyn.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Andrew Sedlacek, Charlie Gadd: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs!  Andrew Sedlacek and Michelle Mote join today's episode to talk about the church's worship ministry, its vision, and the ways you can get involved.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Andrew Sedlacek, Michelle Mote: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! In today's episode Chris talks to Sally and Riley about their Wednesday night women's group and the meaningful ways it has impacted both of their lives.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Sally, Riley: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! In today's episode Chris speaks with Gary Alcock and Suzi Benes about the work and needs of the church's properties ministry. Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.org Interested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guest: Gary Alcock, Suzi Benes: Connect here Learn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! In today's episode Chris welcomes Phyllis Kidd to share about Grief, Grace, and Glory: First Pres Glen Ellyn's ministry serving the needs of grieving families through preparing for and carrying out memorial services.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.orgInterested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007Today's Guest: Phyllis Kidd: Connect hereLearn more about First Pres here

Welcome to the More Than Sunday podcast with Pastor Chris Griggs! Today the show is joined by Dave Buckely and Steve Norvid, who share their experience and stories of finding Christian community through a Saturday morning men's group.Next Steps:Interested in small groups? Contact smallgroups@firstpresge.orgInterested in volunteering? Contact the front desk at (630) 469 2007 Today's Guests: Dave Buckely, Steve Norvid: Connect hereLearn more about First Pres here

Two retired college professors walk into a bar and....In the final episode of the Podcast Series, we hear from Dr. Hassell Bullock and Dr. Em Griffin about the realities and opportunities of dealing with disappointment in the Christian community. 

This episode features Dr. Tom Schwanda, Kerri Andersen and Ryan Schiff discussing the role that study of scripture plays in their life of faith. 

Episode 2 of the Podcast centers on incorporating missional living into a life of discipleship. We visit today with Lou Simon, Mary Clauss, and Gary Alcock as they help us to think through why and how we can follow Christ in his mission in the world. 

This is the first episode of four in my Doctor of Ministry research project. The focus of this episode is "On Being the Church" and features a conversation with Kelly Phillips, Rob Merrell, and Dan Branda. Scripture passages are Acts 1 and Acts 2:42-45.