The Barracks Podcast

Homecoming season continues, heading over to Portugal! Listen in as we continue the conversation about what home is, what it means to be home, and how to share home with others. Music by Sam Arias

Homecoming season continues on a Band of Survivors mini tour, joining Jason and Lindsay Sell from their home in South Bend. Listen in as we continue the conversation about what home is, what it means to be home, and how to share home with others. Music by Sam Arias

We've questioned is there a place for me, this season we're celebrating our friends who have found a home. Kicking off the season with Andres Villatoro and Michael Steinsland, Kiri and Amanda walk through memory lane and hear about ways Andres and Michael have each found their home and what home feels like to them. Music by Sam Arias.

Listen in with Kiri and Amanda to our listeners!!!   We hear all kinds of sounds, from live shows to waves on a beach. Don't miss this one!!    

Over the past couple of years we have watched a number of people consider and leave our place of ministry, The Salvation Army, and we wanted to create a space to talk through a few of those journeys, both for those still in TSA and those who have moved on. In Episode 5, join Amanda and Kiri in chatting with Caleb, and listen in as Kiri and Caleb take over the podcast.

Over the past couple of years we have watched a number of people consider and leave our place of ministry, The Salvation Army, and we wanted to create a space to talk through a few of those journeys, both for those still in TSA and those who have moved on. Episode 4 takes us to Nancy Valentin, Director of Health Equity at Northwest Center. We've spoken with Nancy in a previous episode, Season 1 Episode 12, if you want to hear more from her!

Over the past couple of years we have watched a number of people consider and leave our place of ministry, The Salvation Army, and we wanted to create a space to talk through a few of those journeys, both for those still in TSA and those who have moved on. Episode 3 takes us to Chantal Polusca, high school student.

This season, we're talking to people to find out their perspective on having a place. Over the past couple of years we have watched a number of people consider and leave our place of ministry, The Salvation Army, and we wanted to create a space to talk through a few of those journeys, both for those still in TSA and those who have moved on.  Episode 2 Amanda and Kirsten chat with Major Rob Birks. Show Notes: Rob's Resources (a partial list of what keeps him grounded, informed and hopeful) Spiritual Growth: - INFINITUM Discipleship INFINITUMlife.com - Things Above Podcast apprenticeinstitute.org/things-above-podcast/ - The Good & Beautiful Life/God/Community books (3) by James Bryan Smith - The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard - Renovaré Podcast - The Danielle Strickland Podcast - Luci Shaw Poetry SA Tribe Stuff: - Community in Mission by Phil Needham (retired SA Commissioner) (FREE pdf @ The Salvation Army Frontier Press) - Christ at the Door by Phil Needham - ArmyBarmy.com - CaringMagazine.org Current Events: - The Daily Podcast - Pantsuit Politics Podcast - David Brooks' NY Times Column - Pop Culture Happy Hour Podcast - Sisters In Law Podcast - Good Faith Podcast (w/ David French)  

This season, we're talking to people to find out their perspective on having a place. Over the past couple of years we have watched a number of people consider and leave our place of ministry, The Salvation Army, and we wanted to create a space to talk through a few of those journeys, both for those still in TSA and those who have moved on.  Episode 1 finds Amanda interviewing Kirsten to hear about her journey out of officership at this time.  

Kiri and Amanda discuss the Christ Candle! Merry Christmas! The website referenced during this episode: The Christ Candle: What Is It? What Does It Mean? (anglicancompass.com)

What does Joy look like in hard seasons?   Here are some mental health resources if you are in a difficult season mental health-wise: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 http://cssrs.columbia.edu/training/training-options/ - free training https://qprinstitute.com/ - $30 training https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovrVv_RlCMw - drama triangle https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/take-a-course/find-a-course/ - mental health first aid

Peace. Kiri and Amanda talk about peace.

It's the first Sunday of Advent AND our first episode of #theupsidedownadvent series will be up at 4 PM. Listen on Spotify, Apple podcasts, and Podbean. Join us for a very real conversation on hope!

OMGGG Zane talks to Amanda and Kiri about the new ministry opportunity SAGamers  Visit SAGamers online https://salvationarmygaming.com/  Music courtesy Sam Arias, check out his bandcamp https://samariasmusic.com/track/lessons-learned

Amanda and Kiri discuss Amanda's 'sabbatical' and their experiences with 'sabbath' and rest. Music courtesy Sam Arias, check out his bandcamp https://samariasmusic.com/track/lessons-learned

A lot of us have ideas that we try out. Amanda and Kiri talk about a couple of ideas they are working on. Thumbs up everybody!!!! Don't stop trying things!   Thank you to Sam Arias for letting us use his song "Lessons Learned" check out his bandcamp!!! https://samariasmusic.com/track/lessons-learned  

Kiri and Amanda talk incessantly about nonsense. Listen at your own risk. Just Kidding!!! How are you doing?! Physically, Mentally, Spiritually? Comment below or send us a DM!! Click here to nominate someone for a Lantern Award!

And just like that, wrapping up another season! Hear about hobbies, quarantine dating, and a mini bible study. Also, book recommendation: Breaking the marriage Idol by Kutter Callaway

Commissioners Brad and Heidi Bailey join Amanda and Kiri to talk Coronavirus, Zoom calls, and Salvationist mission.

Part 3 of hearing from various people involved in ministry about how coronavirus crisis has impacted their day to day, and what it might look like going into the future. 

Loving this series! Amanda and Kiri talk to Naomi and Nathan Holt, Charlene and Darren Young, Angel Quirin, John and Julie Aren, and Justin Rose. Our guests share from their experiences so far during the COVID-19 crisis, what their new normal is, and what they plan to carry with them into the future.

Amanda and Kiri are joined by Darell and Willow Houseton and A.J. Zimmerman. A good time was had by all. Seriously though, great conversation around the impact of COVID-19 on vision for ministry and the future.   Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Well here we are in another week of social distancing for the safety of others. What does it look like through the eyes of the kids this time around?  Take a few moments today to hear from some fun, positive, faithful kids about what their lives are like these days.

Well here we are in another week of social distancing for the safety of others. What does it look like through the eyes of the kids?  Take a few moments today to hear from some fun, positive, faithful kids about what their lives are like these days.

Kiri and Amanda have a conversation with Brenna and Vinal Lee, two people who are passionate about nature and the world God created. Here's one perspective, some thoughts, about taking care of our environment! Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Amanda and Kiri chat about some general things going on... eek real talk lol. Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Amanda talks to some parents about parenting in the middle of following ministry calling. Love you parents out there!   Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

You care about your mental health! We do too! Fun talk about tips, facts, resources! Possibly one of our more 'informed' conversations so far...   National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 http://cssrs.columbia.edu/training/training-options/ - free training https://qprinstitute.com/ - $30 training https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovrVv_RlCMw - drama triangle https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/take-a-course/find-a-course/ - mental health first aid   Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Kiri heads to Nashville and adventures through @camp.inglewood with John and Betsy Aho 

You heard it hear Compartmentalizing Spiritual Wholistic view point Can I be separated into pieces?  Can I dissect my soul? If I break it all down into pieces, how do I put it back together to make it whole? Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Wowowowow! Go on the road with the Barracks!  We sat down with the attendees of Metropolitan Division's Young Adult Retreat and the special guests Katie and Mitch Luse to ask the question, "Holy Spirit, are you really welcome here?"  Tune in to hear from the Luses on how to hear the Holy Spirit, and ways we can know the Holy Spirit is welcome in our ministry. Check out their ministry Connect Up- https://www.iconnectup.net/   Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

More adventures in online chatting- listen in with Amanda and Kirsten to Kaia on the subject of marriage, hospitality, and finding a place in the local corps.

Remote recording shenanigans!  Special guest Nate Irvine discusses self doubt in ministry... Doesn't everybody experience this?! Everybody laughs a lot. Occasionally the discussion ends due to the laughter. Music by Sun Baron, TY!!! Check out more music- https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/track/wedding-day

Amanda and Kirsten listen to Bailey discuss her experience of loss- and why she doesn't like to use that word to describe what happened. Also a solo rendition of the complete Lion King Movie by Kirsten. Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day" Check out the full album at https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Amanda and Kirsten chat with Adina O'Neal during Central Bible Leadership Institute (CBLI). Listen in as we talk hospitality in mission, officership, and social justice. Adina is active with the Salvation Army in St Louis at the Temple Houses.  For more information, check out the website: http://www.urbanmissioncenter.com/ Want more info on CBLI? Check out this report on the Central News webpage: https://salarmycentral.org/blog/2019/08/29/cbli-learning-and-growing-together/   Special thanks to Sun Baron for permission to use the song "Wedding Day"  If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the album:  https://sunbaron.bandcamp.com/releases

Whaaaaattttt Amanda and Kiri moved!  Final moments as neighbors- tune in, sit down with us as we ramble chat through the episode. Two emotionally spent humans with microphones. If you make it through the rambling, there are some slightly more serious moments regarding moving, saying goodbye, loss in general... 

For anyone paying attention, urban ministry is a hot topic in TSA.  Since the beginning of the movement, urban life has been the focus of the ministry. What does that mean today? How might that look tomorrow? Where is the territory headed?  Listen in with Kiri and Amanda as three people who love cities talk about some possible answers to those questions. Stay tuned for more episodes on this topic! This is only, "scratching the surface," but we "guarantee" it is real talk. As usual, theme song 'No Hell' courtesy Cloud Cult.

Special Guest Tabatha joins Amanda and Kirsten at Calibre Coffee Shop (https://www.calibrecoffee.com/) for a riveting journey to a land far far away…and yet all too familiar. Tune in for viewpoints on leadership, management, and how to listen and be heard. Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.

Kirsten and Amanda chat with Raechel Freeman about corps planting, hearing the Holy Spirit's voice, and following Him in unexpected ways… Article about The Roast: https://www.wilsonlivingmagazine.com/the-roast/ http://salvationarmytennessee.org/wilson-county/the-roast/ Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.

Kirsten and Amanda have breakfast with Lt Sylvia Overton over internet video. Sylvia talks listening to God in new contexts, refugee ministry, and reaching people who are being trafficked.  Also, hearing encouragement from God through unexpected encounters. (because it was internet video chatting, be prepared for occasional sound quality issues)

Sometimes the battle lines move, and you've got to keep up with the frontlines, and sometimes that means digging new trenches… Listen with Amanda and Kirsten as they hear from Major Carlyle Gargis, wow wow wow was what we kept thinking. #blezzed guys, #blezzed More Information about Gargis' ministry: Beehives gardens Oklahoma City article Asbury Article about FirstFruits Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.

Karen Young, people, Karen Young. We talk difficult conversations, loving each other in the midst of disagreement, tips for social media, generational gap, and dreaming big. Also, promo for The One Conference. Link here Relevant Links: http://multiculturalministriescentral.org/ - Website for Multicultural Ministries Department http://multiculturalministriescentral.org/test-caw/ - Sacred Conversations Guide Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.

Trigger alert crunching at 2:31-2:51   Oh no, not the millennials... please no ;-P Amanda and Kirsten are millennials, so they might be biased on this topic, but always and forever N'SYNC vs. BSB, Britney Spears

Whaaat are Junior Soldiers?? Welcome to the Barracks, come on in, and listen as Amanda and Kiri chat with Dave Witthoff about youth discipleship in TSA.  ALSO, too much laughing, and the Elgin Corps Jr Soldiers talk about what it means to be a Junior Soldier. From the field segment makes a return. FYI, there is a part where we are laughing, but we aren't laughing at the person who was talking- we are laughing because when we were recording we didn't actually listen to the pre-recorded interview, so when we say "we're back" it is funny because we didn't go anywhere... FYI, in stats, line 3205- Junior Community Care Ministries. Knowledge. Annnnnnnd, The Salvation Army Biblical, Theological, and Missiological Society facebook page- link here:  Click Here! Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.

Amanda and Kirsten discuss with a friend, Sam Arias, viewpoints about soldier-ship vs. adherency (is that a word?). What is a soldier? What is an adherent? How come some people didn't know about being adherents?  Also, ALL THE DISH on Sam Arias.  One of your top ten favorite musicians we already know.  Sam's facial expressions are not going to come through very well because this is a recording of voices rather than video.  So we're including some photos below in case that helps…     Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.

It's the week before Valentine's Day and all through the house, Amanda and Kiri talk Not Your Momma's Manicure: I Didn't Kiss Dating Goodbye, aka self care and Acts of Kindness aka dating in The Salvation Army. #thebarrackspodcast Question: This week's question is a challenge! We challenge you to do a random act of kindness for an other person. Take a pic (if you want) or just # us @thebarrackspodcast on IG or post on FB. [emoticon high five]

Amanda and Kiri talk relationships, holiness, SLB, creativity and bellringers. Featuring Sarah Micula. #thebarrackspodcast Question: What postures or practices have you adopted in your relationship with Jesus?

Amanda and Kirsten reveal their enneagram types, talk about twinning, stepping out of cozy tents and Kiri getting born as an offering at the corps.  Special guests: Zane, producer, and Catherine, voice coach, Koehler. We say Hello to the world as we embark on a wild podcast journey into the nether regions of our favorite organization. Song Credit: Cloud Cult 'No Hell' awesome song they let us use because they are a cool band.