From the beginning, Parkview set out to spiritually influence the western suburbs of Chicago in relevant and relational ways. Sr. Pastor Ray Kollbocker came to faith in Christ because a Christian friend loved him without condition. His friend was more interested in relationship than reforming behavi…
Speaker - Alison GardinerCommunity Development Pastor
Speaker - Alison GardinerCommunity Development Pastor
Speakers - Andy Klenke and Christina JacksonLead Pastor, and Connections and Women's Pastor
Speakers - Andy Klenke and Christina JacksonLead Pastor, and Connections and Women's Pastor
Speaker - Christina JacksonConnections and Women's Pastor
Speaker - Christina JacksonConnections and Women's Pastor
Welcome back to "A New Season," the podcast where we take you behind the scenes at Parkview and introduce you to the people who make our community thrive. In today's episode, your host Josh is joined by two of our pastors, Carlos and Allison, for a special “Meet the Pastor” segment. Get to know their journeys—how Allison moved from youth ministry to community development over her 17 years at Parkview, and how Carlos went from leading worship in Georgia to overseeing creative arts here in Illinois. They'll share the rewards and challenges of their roles, insight into the big transition our church is experiencing, and what excites them for the future—including upcoming worship nights and summer camps. Whether you're a longtime member or new to Parkview, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and a peek at what's next for our community.
Welcome back to "A New Season," the podcast where we take you behind the scenes at Parkview and introduce you to the people who make our community thrive. In today's episode, your host Josh is joined by two of our pastors, Carlos and Allison, for a special “Meet the Pastor” segment. Get to know their journeys—how Allison moved from youth ministry to community development over her 17 years at Parkview, and how Carlos went from leading worship in Georgia to overseeing creative arts here in Illinois. They'll share the rewards and challenges of their roles, insight into the big transition our church is experiencing, and what excites them for the future—including upcoming worship nights and summer camps. Whether you're a longtime member or new to Parkview, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and a peek at what's next for our community.
Welcome back to A New Season! This episode centers on Parkview's core distinctives: a commitment to justice, women in leadership, and financial integrity.Josh and Andy explore what these values really mean for the church community, sharing stories from their own experiences and discussing why these topics—sometimes risky or controversial—are worth the conversation. You'll get a peek at how Parkview welcomes diversity, maintains transparency with its resources, and fosters open dialogue, all with their trademark humor and authenticity.
Welcome back to A New Season! In this episode, Josh and Andy kick things off with laughter, diving into favorite movies and recent adventures—like Andy's family trip to Disney World, where meticulous planning and some clever line-hopping tips take center stage. From there, the conversation transitions to bigger topics happening at Parkview, celebrating a recent blowout success with their Renew project and the incredible generosity within the church community.But at the heart of this episode, Josh and Andy pull back the curtain on what makes Parkview tick by digging into too-often-overlooked church “distinctives”—what sets their church apart from others in the neighborhood. They break down the unique “teaching team” approach, explaining why having a variety of voices preaching is intentional, strategic, and core to Parkview's culture. You'll also hear some insights into the direction of upcoming sermons, a fascinating AI analysis of Andy's preaching themes, and a peek behind the scenes at planning their pastoral retreat.Whether you're here for stories, strategy, or spiritual insights, this episode gives you a genuine look at the heart and humor that define Parkview's leadership during a time of transition. Grab your favorite zero-calorie drink, settle in, and enjoy this candid conversation about community, vision, and what's next for Parkview!
Welcome back to A New Season! In this episode, Josh and Andy kick things off with laughter, diving into favorite movies and recent adventures—like Andy's family trip to Disney World, where meticulous planning and some clever line-hopping tips take center stage. From there, the conversation transitions to bigger topics happening at Parkview, celebrating a recent blowout success with their Renew project and the incredible generosity within the church community.But at the heart of this episode, Josh and Andy pull back the curtain on what makes Parkview tick by digging into too-often-overlooked church “distinctives”—what sets their church apart from others in the neighborhood. They break down the unique “teaching team” approach, explaining why having a variety of voices preaching is intentional, strategic, and core to Parkview's culture. You'll also hear some insights into the direction of upcoming sermons, a fascinating AI analysis of Andy's preaching themes, and a peek behind the scenes at planning their pastoral retreat.Whether you're here for stories, strategy, or spiritual insights, this episode gives you a genuine look at the heart and humor that define Parkview's leadership during a time of transition. Grab your favorite zero-calorie drink, settle in, and enjoy this candid conversation about community, vision, and what's next for Parkview!
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