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Candid conversations for the church. Host is Ardin Beech of Windsor District Baptist Church, Sydney, Australia. Co-hosted by Jonathan Hoffman.

Ardin Beech, Jonathan Hoffman


    • Apr 11, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    04. Dads Don't Retire (feat. Peter Davies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 21:55 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor, we're joined by Peter Davies for an encouraging and down-to-earth chat about life, faith, and fatherhood. Peter shares about what to expect at the upcoming men's conference, how he shared the bible with his daughter by having a weekly "bookclub", and what it looks like to keep showing up and following through as a parent—even in the tough moments. It's a warm and honest conversation that'll resonate with anyone navigating faith and family.

    03. Keeping That Spark (feat. Janelle Keys)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 27:54


    This Week At Windsor, we sit down with Janelle Keys—photographer, newly published author, graphic designer, and business owner! Janelle shares her journey of working for herself for so many years, stepping into a graphic design role at church, and how creativity has shaped her life. We talk about her deep admiration for Walt Disney, her recent trip to Disneyland, and the joys and challenges of watching her children grow up while trusting God with their future.

    02. From the Stage to the Skies to the Field (feat. Aidan Holt)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 25:36 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor, we dive into the incredible journey of Aidan Holt. Raised in a Christian home, Aidan's path has taken him through performing arts school, an aeronautical engineering degree, his call to the mission field all of which has lead him to us at WDBC. He shares how faith shaped each step of his journey, his slow "friend zoned" start in his relationship with his wife Emily, and the exciting new role he's stepping into at Windsor District Baptist Church as our new Associate Pastor. Don't miss this episode to get to know Aidan a little better and what has led him to join us in this new role.

    01. Expanding Foundations: What's Ahead for WDBC

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 13:40 Transcription Available


    Season 4 kicks off with Jonathan and Ardin catching up and looking ahead at what's to come in the life of Windsor District Baptist Church! They dive into the exciting launch of the new Foundations course this weekend and discuss what they hope it will bring to the church community. It's a relaxed and insightful conversation to start the season—tune in to get up to speed on what's happening at WDBC!

    19. Home From the Field (feat. Craig McCorkingdale)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 23:17


    This Week At Windsor, we're joined by Craig McCorkingdale, who shares his journey as a missionary in Cambodia. Craig opens up about the call that led him and his family overseas, the challenges and rewards of life on the mission field, and then the process of returning to Australia to re-establish a life back home. Craig has a great heart to love and serve his community no matter where in the world that community is, have a listen to learn more about what life is like as a missionary, the effects of culture shock and so much more! 

    18. Is Normal a Compliment? (feat. Hilton Edwards)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 35:12 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor, we're joined by Hilton Edwards, a captivating storyteller and CEO of Bible League International. Hilton shares his remarkable journey to faith, detailing the radical changes that came with with his walk with Jesus. We dive into his calling to Australia, the impactful work of providing Bibles to prison ministries, creating bible translations to suit the Indigenous Australians, and so much more. Prepare to be inspired by a conversation full of faith, purpose, and passion for bringing the Word to those all across the world. 

    17. The Big Cheese (feat. Rev Dr Steve Bartlett)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 26:15 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor, we're joined by Rev Dr Steve Bartlett, otherwise known as the Big Cheese! As the Director of Ministries for the Baptist Association NSW & ACT, Steve shares his insights on what makes a church truly healthy, the dynamic of healthy congregationalism, and his personal journey leading to his current role. And, of course, he faces the heat of Jonathan's rapid-fire questions with ease! Whether you're curious about leadership or church life, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and inspiration.

    16. Quality Comes From Quantity (feat Colin Wellings)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 29:33


    This Week At Windsor, we welcome Colin Wellings, a pastor with a passion for both faith and farming! Colin shares stories from his life studying crop disease, his views on how evolution and God connect, and the significance of Jesus telling his disciples of "the white harvest." He also digs deep into how quantity can lead into quality as well as his personal journey to faith, and the essential role both church and small groups play in spiritual growth. Get ready for an inspiring episode that mixes science, faith, and wisdom in one captivating conversation!

    15. Sitting On The Rock (feat. Jacky Turano)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 19:26 Transcription Available


    Join hosts Jonathan and Ardin for this week's inspiring episode of This Week at Windsor! We're thrilled to welcome Jacky Turano, the heart and soul behind the Jeremiah Project. Jacky's ministry has been a beacon of hope for the homeless and those going through tough times in the Hawkesbury community and beyond -- providing not just meals, but a lifeline of support and compassion.In this moving conversation, Jacky opens up about the powerful journey that led her to establish The Jeremiah Project—a journey born from a year of profound grief and turning away from worldly success to focus on her calling from God. Discover how a moment of clarity whilst sending time with God in the rain transformed into a mission to serve those in need, and hear firsthand how her ministry has touched countless lives.Whether you're looking for inspiration, a deeper understanding of faith-driven outreach, or just a compelling story of resilience and hope, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on this chance to hear how one woman's vision became a lifeline for many. Tune in to This Week at Windsor and be uplifted by Jacky Turano's incredible story.If this episode moves you and you would like to get involved in this ministry, head over to the Jeremiah Project website to find out more https://thejeremiahproject.com.au/ or head to their instagram page at thejeremiahprojectinc.

    14. Leading From Security (feat. Craig Farmer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 26:16 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor, we're thrilled to welcome Craig Farmer from Partners in Ministry to the episode!Craig, a passionate advocate for uplifting churches and businesses, will share his wisdom on how humility in leadership can transform communities and business. We'll explore his personal faith journey, discover what drives his mission to encourage others, and learn how we can all infuse our own leadership with a bit more heart.Give this episode a listen for all this and more!

    13. In The Groove (feat. Mark Pentecost)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 24:10 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor we bring you captivating stories and inspiring conversations straight from our backyard with WDBC member Mark Pentecost!Mark shares his remarkable journey from gospel band frontman to a passionate advocate on the mission field in Ukraine. Discover how his faith and musical background have shaped his path and the incredible work he's doing to support those in need.Tune in to hear Mark's heartfelt stories, his insights into faith and service, and be one of the first to get a peek at whats to come in his next project - Easy Listening Radio.  

    12. Tumbling Through Life (feat. Tahlia Kaden)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 26:28


    This Week At Windsor, join us as we summersault into the life of Tahlia Kaden; life time member of WDBC, the gravity-defying tumbler and step-daughter to our co-host Ardin.In this episode, Tahlia takes us on her journey—from the high-flying world of competitive tumbling to the deep waters of navigating faith and mental resilience through high school. We talk about everything from mental health and social media, the strength Tahlia finds in Jesus to the invaluable support of her coach and her sport. So, grab your headphones and get ready to flip your perspective on life with Tahlia Kaden, only on "This Week At Windsor"!

    11. Keep the Cabbage in Context (feat. Dr. Jeffrey Aernie)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 29:09 Transcription Available


    How can we think well about who God is?  This Week At Windsor we had the opportunity to speak with Dr Jeffrey Aernie, Professor at Alphacrucis University College and New Testament Scholar. As a fellow American, Jeff and Jonathan go back twenty years attending the same University, then seminary together. Jeff is a lover of language which drew him to study the New Testament in the original Greek. Jeff, Jonathan and Ardin dive into a world of higher education and how it differs in Australia compared to the Untied States. Along the way they also explore how the Bible is translated from its original text to English. They will talk about understanding a living, breathing text written in a period time far removed from our own. Come learn about cabbage as a love language.  Stay to find out which Bible verse you've probably been misapplying all these years.  This whole episode is a must listen!---If you want to read some of Dr. Aernie's works, check out these links:Narrative Discipleship: Portraits of Women in the Gospel of Mark Is Paul Also Among the Prophets?Jeff's articles on Google Scholar

    10. Behind the Pulpit - Part 2 (feat. Pastor Lee Eclov)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 23:08


    This Week At Windsor, we have a very special guest return once again: author, pastor, preacher, and retired minister Lee Eclov joins us all the way from the United States to discuss his reflections on life and ministry "behind the pulpit."  Lee was lead pastor at Village Church of Lincolnshire where he pastored many seminarians, including Jonathan.In this part two of a two-part episode, Lee dives into his own journey from a young boy taking the step to trust in God, his personal growth from "resisting God" to becoming free in Gods love, then following the call into ministry. We trust that you will be strengthened by Lee's honesty and his perspective of what it means to "get rich slowly."___If you want to learn more about Lee, his books and his ministry, please visit his website: https://leeeclov.com/ 

    09. Behind the Pulpit - Part 1 (feat. Pastor Lee Eclov)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 27:13 Transcription Available


    This Week At Windsor, we have a very special guest: author, pastor, preacher, and retired minister Lee Eclov joins us all the way from the United States to discuss his reflections on life and ministry "behind the pulpit."  Lee was lead pastor at Village Church of Lincolnshire where he pastored many seminarians, including Jonathan. In this first of a two-part episode, Lee shares his gift of encouragement with us, along with a lot of wisdom, while we explore what it was like to shepherd "in the living room of people's lives."  We trust that you will be strengthened by Lee's honesty and his perspective of what it means to "get rich slowly."___ If you want to learn more about Lee, his books and his ministry, please visit his website: https://leeeclov.com/ 

    08. It Only Takes One Shot (feat. Julia Boland)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 32:49 Transcription Available


    WE'RE BACK! After a few months off we are back and ready to hit the ground running. We're starting off strong with a fantastic chat with Julia Boland, who is a former LPGA golfer, now turned school teacher and administrator. Julia fell into golfing almost as seemlessly as she fell into her Christian faith, following God's path from Australia to Texas A&M University in the U.S. Growing up with both as an integral part of life, Julia opens up about how she not only deepened her faith on the pro circuit, but shared it with her fellow athletes. You won't want to miss this interview as Julia takes us behind the pursuit of excellence to find the place of grace in a high performance world.{{Ardin Beech, Jonathan Hoffman, Julia Boland}}

    07. Delivering for the Community (feat. Mayor Sarah McMahon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 25:45


    So we've teased it for a while, but finally we delivered. And we could not think of a better way to celebrate International Women's Day than to finally deliver on our promise to interview our Hawkesbury Mayor, Sarah McMahon. Join us as we sit down with the figurehead of our local government to learn what she is doing to deliver for the needs of our community. She's got answers to all our curious questions: How does one become Mayor? What do they do day to day? How much do they get paid? Or how the job can impact on their personal life?  All this and more is packed into this episode.Before Ardin tells us why no one likes Canberra, Sarah opens up about her personal views on the Hawkesbury and her views of the church and politics; including whether she thinks the Hawkesbury has gone "woke." Note: these are personal values only and do not speak for the position of Mayor.     

    06. That No Christian Suffer Alone (feat. Anna Hutchins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 21:01


    Anna Hutchins, a returning guest and renowned rescuer of flatmates, stops by to talk about the persecuted church and her role with Open Doors. Anna touches on the the different kinds of persecution that we can experience and how it effects some of the top 50 most persecuted countries in the world. She also shares some of her own challenges on how easy it is to become complacent within a country that does not highly persecute us for our religion and perhaps why it seems so daunting to be uncomfortable put yourself out there as a believer and follower of Christ. "If suffering is meant to be the normal path of the Christian, then why am I not experiencing suffering?" is a challenging question posed by the boldness and passion of the persecuted church today.  Check out Open Doors Australia to partner with their vision that No Christian Suffers Alone.  --> https://www.opendoors.org.au/ Click here for the World Watch List --> https://www.opendoors.org.au/world-watch-list/ 

    BONUS: When Church Is (and Isn't) "Safe" (feat. Jonathan Bradford)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 22:15


    On this BONUS episode, Pastor Jonathan sat down with Rev. Jonathan Bradford, head of the Ministry Standards division for the Baptist Association of NSW and ACT.  They discussed the importance of keeping churches "safe" for everyone, but especially children and vulnerable adults.  Trigger Warning: This is an important listen for anyone involved in church ministry, but especially for those who have been hurt, disillusioned, or traumatized by recent revelations of child sexual abuse in churches across Australia and the wider world. If you know anyone impacted by such matters, we encourage you to seek help through a trusted representative. More information can be found on the Baptist Association's "Creating Safe Spaces" website: https://creatingsafespaces.org.au/ 

    05. The Gospel Alive In Schools (feat. Mark Ramsay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 33:04


    We're back with ANOTHER PRINCIPAL! This week Jonathan sits down with Mark Ramsay, new Principal of Kuyper Christian School. In this episode Jonathan discusses what led Mark to want to become a principal and what impact the gospel can have in the lives of students. Along the way we explore a variety of topics in education, but don't miss the end where Mark tells us what he still hates about school!  

    04. Finding A Purpose (feat. Felicity Marlow)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 36:32


    So teachers don't actually live at school?Join Ardin and Jonathan as they sit down with special guest Felicity Marlow, Principal of Norwest (+ Ngarra) Christian College. From working her way up from parent to Principal, Felicity shares her passion in building up the younger generation to know their God-given purpose.With over 20 years of experience in the education industry, Felicity highlights the importance of Norwest's teaching and learning framework: Building Purposeful Lives - and how it sets Norwest apart from other schools in the independent sector. Along the way she opens up about her own family and what led her to begin exploring these ideas.Tune in to hear how God can be found on every page of our life and how he often brings us back to the place where we started ... for different reasons?

    03. "Worth the Wait" (feat. Judy Bolas)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 24:17


    Ardin and Jonathan are faithfully keeping to last week's promise as they sit down with our new Kids Ministry Leader: Judy Bolas. Having given her life to Christ at the age of 8, Judy shares the struggles and joys in surrendering herself to God and serving Him in various ministries.(PLUS: This week's recommendation has something to do with the Superbowl? Tune in to find out!)

    02. Windsor vs. Bolivia (feat. Nito Minaya)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 26:15


    Does culture shape our church? Or does the church shape our culture? Hosts Ardin and Jonathan sit down with Bolivian star, Arsenio (also known as Nito) Minaya and explore both the striking differences and similarities between our churches.Tune in to find out how our special guest made the journey all the way to our church in Windsor (HINT: you won't believe it has to do with Ardin!)

    01. "Back & Better than Ever" (feat. Eddie Bang)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 20:34


    Hosts Ardin and Jonathan are starting 2024 with another BANG - literally, as they sit down once again with special guest Eddie Bang (who is now officially our Equipping Pastor!)In this episode, Eddie shares the importance of acceptance as well as the increasing pastoral shortage and failings of the Western Church. Along the way you'll glean some tips on where to go for your next road-trip and what to watch this weekend!PLUS: find out if Ardin and Jonathan can keep their "pinky-promise" to you this year?

    11. "Don't Go Into a Shell With Pain" - Pt 2. (feat. Dr. Jenny Brown)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 27:06


    As Jonathan is living his best life back in the motherland, co-host Ardin Beech sits down with our one and only Producer to fill you in on all the exciting events coming up This Week At Windsor!In this second episode, Jonathan and Dr. Jenny Brown (Author, speaker, practitioner, and co-founder of the Family Systems Institute in Australia), dive deeper into the potential pitfalls of anxious systems, triangular conversations and the challenging "empty nest." After sharing a bit of her personal history, Jenny opens up about her spiritual journey and what it looks like to grow yourself up in Christ.If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, we encourage you to go and come back (you're missing out on those nuggets of wisdom!)

    10. Never Too Late To Grow Up - Pt 1. (feat. Dr Jenny Brown)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 23:43


    That's true...even for our co-host, Ardin Beech, who is back in the studio with Jonathan (and special ring-in Eddie Bang) to preview the first of two episodes featuring our stellar guest Dr. Jenny Brown. She is an author, speaker, practitioner, and co-founder of the Family Systems Institute in Australia.Having devoted her career to the field of family systems research, Jenny sits down with Jonathan to discuss the relational dynamics of families and the way this impacts our life, relationships and sense of identity. By applying key concepts of the Bowen Systems Theory, Jenny begins to map some typical problems and pitfalls that arise from family relationships. Along the way she opens up about her own family ties and what led her to begin exploring these questions.Whilst I'm sure you came from a "perfect" family, odds are you know someone who didn't. So you'd be doing yourself a favour by jumping in for a listen! Part 1 of the interview begins at 11:05

    09. All the Fun Without the Assignments (feat. Tim MacBride)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 27:05


    With the APB still out for Ardin Beech, Jonathan hit the road this week to interview Morling College Principal Dr. Tim MacBride about the state of theological education and the shortage of pastoral candidates that is verging on crisis. Join us as Tim shares his passion for preaching and his insights into trends in training for ministry.  Along the way you'll glean some tips for navigating changes in life and discover why Artificial Intelligence won't be running preachers out of their jobs anytime soon.  ***Note: Jonathan experienced some technical difficulties during the end of the recording and whilst Ardin surely would not have made any such mistake, at least Jonathan had the foresight to provide Mariah with a backup recording to salvage the podcast!

    08. The One About Sex (feat. Bree Bond)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 25:21


    With Ardin Beech *conveniently* away, Jonathan steps behind the 'host' desk to talk with Bree Bond about the hot, albeit hushed, topic of sex. After sharing a bit of her personal history and spiritual journey, Bree wades into the complex discussion of sex for the Christian -- and why its so often ignored (or even disparaged) in faith contexts.  Join us to hear how Jesus has the power to unwrap us from our shame and present us as restored men and women that reflect God's good design.- - - This podcast sets the table for a special series of conversations about shame, identity, sexuality and intimacy.  These conversations will be held over a series of 3 Sunday nights in October: the 8th, 15th, and 22nd.  Please come along and join us in person at these special events!

    07. Now Batting: Gen Z (feat. Mariah Boersma)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 26:03


    Ardin and Jonathan welcome their producer Mariah (aka “She Who Must Be Obeyed”) for a conversation about Gen Z, uni life, and the social cost of discipleship.

    06. Pay No Attention To the Hand Behind the Curtain

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 20:08


    After our longest hiatus yet, our hosts are back from the dead and better than ever!  The good news for them is that you don't need to be wiser than Solomon (although we know who is!) to host a podcast, you just need a story.  And everyone has one -- even Ardin.So join Ardin and Jonathan as they share what you may have missed: Jonathan's recovery, our new pastor on board, the fruit of the Oxygen Conference and our upcoming Outback Bush Dance.  PLUS, Ardin has been banned from bringing on new guests. Listen to find out why! Hint: It has something to do with Mariah, our wizard of Oz.

    05. A Pebble in the Atheist's Shoe (feat. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 41:56


    Are religion and science in conflict? Is there coherence between the natural and spiritual worlds? Questions like these troubled the mind of a young atheist scholar named Sarah Irving, leading here to experience an 'intellectual vertigo' that exposed a secular belief that couldn't withstand her moral intuition.  Join Ardin and Jonathan as they sit down with Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker, author, speaker and historian at Australian Catholic University. 

    04. Future of our Youth (feat. L-T Hopper)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 21:59


    Although KYCK is now behind us, an important question for the church remains: how do we sustain this amazing breakthrough for our youth? Join us as Ardin and Jonathan invite the one and only L-T Hopper (Director of Church Partnership and Content for KCC) to discuss faith, conferences and transformation.PLUS: how to win the respect of kids (Mariokart edition).

    03. Leap of Faith (feat. Yubi Tiwari)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 36:07


    02. Inside Asbury: "The Prospect of His Presence" (feat. Barry Shafer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 36:35


    Who knew a chapel sermon could turn into a 2 week continuous worship session? Join us as Barry Shafer (Elder, Hospice Chaplain, and Founder of InWord Ministries) takes us behind the world known phenomenon of the Absury Revival. In this episode, Barry gets real with us about life, sickness, the pit of suffering, hypocritical love.  Plus, Barry tells us the moment he discovered he was a "functioning self-aholic." BONUS: How he got out of the "friendzone" after 10 years!Get a copy of his book now: Unleashing God's Word in Youth MinistryLearn more about Barry's experience at the Absury Revival or contact Barry at barry@inword.org

    01. Radio, Active

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 19:03


    We are so excited for Season 2 of This Week at Windsor! Join in as we discuss this Summer Break, the downfall of Avatar 2 and previewed the guests for this season to come!

    16. A Stranger Thing (feat. Steve Frost)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 30:37


    Merry Christmas! Our gift to you this year is our conversation with Steve Frost, Founder of Horizons Family Law Centre, who invites us on the Holy Spirit's journey to "take and be good news" for the world around us.  You'll learn why grace is porous, what a green flag is, and why we should never put Holy Spirit in the corner.  PLUS: Carols recap, Christmas "Would You Rather" and what could make Ardin join the Rockettes. ___________________Horizons Family Law Centrego to: https://horizonsfamilylaw.org.au/ For Legal Advice call (02) 9890 1203

    15. Faith of Our Fathers (feat. Marcus Reid)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 28:14


    Does God have grandchildren? In this episode a "Pastor's Kid" turned "Pastor" (special guest: Marcus Reid) shares his experience of God's transforming power and what it's like to be scooped out of the ministry fishbowl and into God's loving care.  This is a great conversation for anyone who has been raised in a Christian home and wondering about how to make faith their own.  Toward the end, Marcus and Jonathan share their thoughts on the general wellbeing of pastors and churches in the current ministry climate.  PLUS: An update on Pastor Stephen, all things Christmas at WDBC, and whether Marcus will be justified by his faith in Manly._____________ If you want to hear Marcus preach, check out his audio message here:https://www.riverstonebaptist.org.au/church/audio-messages/speaker/1-marcus-reid 

    14. Building A Discipling Culture (feat. Chris Cullen)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 20:21


    What is God doing among us today?  Fresh off their "junket" to Padstow for a leadership intensive, Pastor Chris joins Jonathan and Ardin to unpack what it means to be Building a Discipling Culture ("BDC") here at WDBC.  We are asking what it looks like for WDBC to be transforming in the ways that God intended.  Press in as we break the glass on our faith and engage the "God of the present."  PLUS: "Breaking News" as our Associate Pastor Stephen Cole has been invited to candidate at Coffs Harbour Baptist Church for the lead pastor role. _For more information on BDC ("putting the mission of God in the hands of ordinary people") go to: https://www.bdc.org.au/ Here is a book by Mike Breen with the same title, "Building A Discipling Culture" If you have any questions about the Cole's (potential) transition, email elders@wdbc.org.au

    13. Beauty After Burnout (feat. Sarah Frost)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 30:25


    Ardin invites us to skip down memory lane with local celebrity and librarian (yes, you read that right!) Sarah Frost of Norwest Christian College.  Tune in for some '90s nostalgia, some "shushing", and a whole lot of inspiration as Sarah takes us behind the creative process to discover the beauty of God's favour -- after burnout.For access to Sarah's visual art, check out her website: sarahfrostart.com.au or on Instagram @sarahfrost_artShe can be reached via email here at sarahfrostartist@gmail.com 

    12. Many Happy Returns (aka the "USA" pod)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 16:59


    Back and better then ever, Jonathan returns for a rundown with Ardin on the Hoffmans trip to America. Who doesn't like a good sampling of culture comparison and holiday vignettes?  PLUS, announcements about future guests and Ardin's role in the WDBC Carols "extravaganza." For more information about...click on the links below Wheaton College --> https://www.wheaton.edu/  Glacier National Park --> https://www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm  Disneyland --> https://disneyland.disney.go.com/  How to protect yourself from a spiders --> https://www.homestolove.com.au/7-ways-to-spider-proof-your-house-and-garden-10714 

    11. Rites of Passage

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 14:43


    In their last episode before a brief hiatus, Ardin and Jonathan discuss the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.  Its an episode full of cultural observation, beauracracy, and farewells--some more permanent than others!  PLUS, Ardin deftly dodges Jonathan's not-so-subtle request for him to be a guest preacher.  Listen to find out why.Be sure to email info@wdbc.org.au to share your feedback about the podcast.

    10. "Something In Me Died" (feat. Eddie Bang)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 30:21


    What if failure could be celebrated? Ardin and Jonathan are back with a BANG this week -- literally, with special guest Eddie Bang (English Pastor, Sydney Full Gospel Church) -- who talks about the life, times and traumas of giving our whole self to God.  In this episode, Eddie gets real with us about culture, mission, depression, and how Jesus meets us in all of that.  Enjoy the honest reflections of someone who has known the emptiness and abundance that follow a life surrendered in love to God.  PLUS: We learn which host took home some hardware from the Jamboree and which Toy Story character Ardin best resembles!For more information about Pastor Eddie Bang and Sydney Full Gospel Church visit https://www.flm-sfgc.com.au/about 

    09. The Valley of Decision (feat. Phil Evans)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 21:16


    Fresh out of the fishbowl of pastoral ministry, Ardin and Jonathan throw Phil Evans into the hot-seat to unpack his departure from HVBC. Listen as Phil guides us into the valley of decision to share what he learned about faithfulness, identity, leadership, and sitting in the presence of Jesus.  Check out what's on the horizon for Phil and his family, along with our family at WDBC (hint: it involves barn dances, dads, and Robert's Rules of Order)! ----For an extended interview with Phil Evans on the Ryan Ries LIVE show, titled "Kingdom Submission vs. Personal Ambition," check this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPA7fxaaIq4 

    08. Too Many (Cowboy) Hats (feat. Theresa J, Chris C)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 15:45


    Yeehaw! Theresa Johnson scoots her boots into the studio to get us ready for the upcoming Jamboree on Satruday, 3 September, as Ardin and Jonathan try not to fawn too much over her lilting English accent.  Pastor Chris Cullen brings us back to reality as we recap Scomo's growing resume.  BONUS: Learn why not to ride the bus with Ardin.  For Information about the Jamboree, including tickets, follow this link: https://wdbc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1395707 

    07. Faith: Pure and Simple (feat. Bradley Ngorima)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 18:54


    #ThisWeekAtWindsor Jonathan returns from the Gold Coast (and the dance floor) to join Ardin as we get to know Brad Ngorima, who is new to WDBC and was recently baptised.  Brad shares his journey to trust in Christ - from Zimbabwe to Australia - striking the resounding truth that simple faith is simply powerful.  The hosts also discuss upcoming social gatherings, including the Jamboree and Young Adult Ping Pong night.

    06. Love Is An Open Door (feat. Anna Hutchins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 26:43


    Anna Hutchins stops by to talk about the persecuted church and her new role with Open Doors.  Also this week Anna will be guest preaching at WDBC about the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost from Acts.  In and around all of that, Jonathan gets Ardin to share his list of wedding "dos and don'ts" be sure not to miss it!

    05. Hot Plate: Rainbows, Babies, & Baptisms... Oh My! (feat. Josh D. / Cornerstone)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 20:04


    Ardin serves up a bevy of hot takes with Jonathan this week at Windsor when special guest Josh Domars of Cornerstone catering drops by to discuss being a Christian in the cafe industry, along with their plan to cope with recent floods.  Sample our dish on the latest news from NRL, WDBC, and pop culture, but remember grace is always the main course. Items of note for this week's episode: "Bye-bye" Tim & Hayley :-( "Hello" baby McGuinness! :-) Baptisms ***Morning Service NRL Rainbow Round & Cancel Culture GUEST: Josh Domars from Cafe Cornerstone (7:00) Pop Culture Reviews: Dropout, Under the Banner of Heaven How is Jesus the Narrow Door?

    04. Fields & Floods (feat. The Parry's from PNG)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 19:49


    He's baaaack... Safe and (somewhat) sound, Ardin brought a fellow missionary kid ("MK") along with him for the conversation!  Listen as Ardin chops it up with David and Robyn Parry, missionaries raising their family on the mission field in Papua New Guinea (PNG).  WDBC supports the Parry's in their gospel work with New Tribes Mission.  Dave and Robyn give us a behind the scenes look at their mission context, with its joys and challenges, on both a vocational and personal level.  Follow as we learn the benefit of learning to read culture -- wherever we live. PLUS, find out why Ardin struggled making friends when he returned to Australia from Bolivia. _____ If you would like to support the Parry family in their missionary activity, please contact them at david_parry@ntmpng.org 

    03. Next Generation (feat. Kathy Johnson, Tim McManus)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2022 22:44


    With Ardin away frolicking in the snow, Jonathan sits down with new Children's Ministry Director Kathy Johnson to discuss raising the next generation of believers in the church.  Meanwhile, student pastor Tim McManus stops by with breaking news that he'll soon be leaving the WDBC nest!To learn more about ThinkOrange and their children's ministry curriculum, visit their website: https://thinkorange.com ____ score credits: Elijah Hoffman

    02. Part of Our Story (KSTP, Food+Family, Overturning Roe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 24:01


    Special Guest Bec Kachan of KSTP discusses upcoming trip to the USA Guests Joanna and Emily talk about how sharing food is a key step toward belonging Ardin and Jonathan Exchanges Baptism Stories Ardin asks for Jonathan's reflections on the overturning of Roe v. Wade Here's a link to Tish Warren's article in the NYT on 'The Myth of Body Autonomy'Visit our church at wdbc.org.au 

    01. Meetings, Money, and Misperceptions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 14:54


    Ardin and Jonathan discuss: Impressions from recent church meeting Misperceptions between pastors and parishioners Ardin's Best of the Week wdbc.org.au note: the audio quality on this episode is substandard.  We are still working out the kinks. 

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