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Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   The inaugural RIMS Texas Regional was held Aug. 4‒6 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio. Nearly 500 attendees filled the hall for the groundbreaking event, which united the Texas RIMS chapters and welcomed risk management professionals worldwide.   In this episode, Justin interviews Conference attendees Tiara Wallace, DFW RIMS Inclusivity Chair and Director of RISK Invesco US, Jason Turk,  Director of Operations for Bondy Law Group, and Founder of Swag for Schools, and Maximilian Glodde, Co-Founder and CEO of MEO Continuity. They discuss their experiences at the inaugural RIMS Texas Regional Conference, their risk management backgrounds, and their advice for risk managers today.   Listen to learn more about this inaugural annual RIMS Texas Regional event.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:17] About this episode of RIMScast, recorded and produced live onsite at the RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025 in San Antonio. We have three fascinating perspectives today. [:47] RIMS-CRMP Workshops! The next Virtual RIMS-CRMP exam prep, co-hosted by Parima, will be held on September 2nd and 3rd. [:58] The next RIMS-CRMP-FED virtual workshop will be held on November 11th and 12th, and led by Joseph Mayo. Links to these courses can be found on the Certification Page of RIMS.org and through this episode's show notes. [1:14] RIMS Virtual Workshops! RIMS has launched a new course, “Intro to ERM for Senior Leaders.” It will be held again on November 4th and 5th and will be led by Elise Farnham. RIMS members enjoy deep discounts! [1:32] The full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's notes. [1:43] The next RIMS Webinar will be held on September 4th and will be led by AXA XL. It is titled “Lockdown & Level Up: Turn Up Your Cyber Security Game Against Creative Cyber Criminals”. [1:56] On October 30th, Swiss Re will present “Parametric Insurance: Providing Financial Certainty in Uncertain Times”. [2:04] Mark your calendars for November 17th and 18th for the RIMS ERM Conference 2025 in Seattle, Washington. The agenda is jam-packed with educational sessions that will resonate with risk practitioners in all stages of their careers. [2:25] See the full agenda at RIMS.org/ERM2025. Nominations are open for the RIMS Global ERM Award of Distinction 2025. The nomination deadline is Saturday, August 16th. The award is presented annually at the RIMS ERM Conference. There is a link in this episode's show notes. [2:52] If your organization's ERM program or one you know of deserves this recognition, we want to hear about it. Remember to send in that nomination form by August 16th. [3:03] RISKWORLD 2026 will be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from May 3rd through May 6th. RIMS members can now lock in the 2025 rate for a full conference pass to RISKWORLD 2026 when registering by September 30th. [3:18] This also lets you enjoy earlier access to the RISKWORLD hotel block. Register by September 30th, and you will also be entered to win a $500 raffle. Don't miss out on this chance to plan and score some extra perks. [3:31] The members-only registration link is in this episode's show notes. If you are not yet a member, this is the time to join us. Visit RIMS.org/membership and build your risk network with us here at RIMS. [3:45] On with the show! The RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025 was a smashing success, with nearly 500 attendees in the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio! [3:58] Feedback has been wonderful, on everything from keynotes to educational sessions to networking opportunities. If you missed it this year, mark your calendar for August 10th through 12th, 2026. We will be back at the convention center in San Antonio next year. [4:14] Justin interviewed a few of the attendees, the first of whom is very well-known in the DFW RIMS Chapter. Tiara Wallace is a long-time DFW RIMS Chapter member, and she is also the Inclusivity Chair. [4:30] In her full-time job, Tiara is the Director of Risk Management for Invesco US. We're going to talk about construction risk in Texas and the power of inclusivity, and what it means for her and everyone at DFW RIMS. Let's get to it! [4:44] Interview! Tiara Wallace, welcome to RIMScast! [5:26] Tiara says it is amazing to see all four chapters come together with Global RIMS! It's been great meeting new folks, seeing new vendor partners, and meeting risk professionals from across the state of Texas. It's been a great event and a great turnout! [5:55] Tiara is part of the DFW RIMS Chapter and also sits on the Board for the Texas Regional as one of the contributors, to help bring together DFW's POV for the Texas Regional. [6:25] Tiara says we are stronger together, and it's been great to collaborate across the different chapters and meet folks she wouldn't ordinarily have met.  [6:44] Tiara is the Director of Risk Management for Invesco Real Estate. Invesco acquires real estate assets and develops and constructs new assets. Tiara handles the insurance for liability, property, environmental, claims management, and contract review. [7:07] Everything for risk management for a major property owner in Texas and across the U.S. [7:36] Tiara says that since the pandemic of 2020, Texas has seen an increase in folks flocking to DFW for the cost of living. That brought in more development, construction, and congestion on the roads. This required more labor and construction employees to build offices. [8:20] Tiara says there are issues in keeping up with the pace of people coming in. There is a labor shortage, and extreme weather with heat and flooding. For a couple of years, Texas had bad freezes that they were not prepared to handle. Justin says Texas faces unique exposures. [9:22] Tiara says, post-pandemic, we have supply chain issues. Some companies buy warehouses to store materials. Tiara worked for an owner-developer who had land and facilities to store materials. Manage great relationships with your vendors. Purchase locally. [9:53] Tiara looked at ways to shorten the pipeline so that when they had disruptions, they didn't delay projects. Invesco wanted to be able to continue construction so that folks would have a place to live, work, and play. [10:14] Tiara elaborates on partnerships and contract management. What does the contract say? What are we doing to protect not only ourselves but our vendor partners, to fulfill our fiduciary responsibility to continue to produce, build, and not go bankrupt? [11:37] Tiara thinks that safety takes a couple of things: first, your alignment and partnership with safety managers, even outside of your organization, to discuss challenges, and discussing claims history with teams on the ground to help them practice safety. [12:24] The second thing is to leverage your carriers' risk control/loss control department so they can come in and give you tools. [12:37] Typically, a risk manager is a team of one, so you have to be resourceful about whom you work with, and run it up to the organization to make sure they're aligned with it. [13:01] At Invesco, Tiara is in a team of three, and they partner with a larger risk management consulting group. Tiara has a risk analyst and a risk manager on her team, and they attack everything together. Tiara lays out the division of tasks between them. [13:44] Tiara is the Inclusivity Chair at RIMS DFW Chapter. It's a new role. They wanted to bridge the gap between ages, risk managers, carrier partners, and vendor partners. [14:34] They wanted everyone coming to a DFW RIMS event to know that they have a place where they feel they belong. They are a part of a community working together to advance the risk management and insurance industry within Dallas-Fort Worth. [15:20] Tiara says people have not taken a moment to pause and use a common-sense approach about inclusivity. We need to be intentional. Some of us are getting ready to exit our industry. We need to recruit people into it. [16:02] How are we making sure this industry will be around for the rest of our time? Insurance is an industry that touches everything. Inclusivity means everybody should be included in it. [16:54] Tiara is a transplant from Oklahoma City to Dallas. She knew few people here. When her boss asked her for risk management connections, she started with LinkedIn. She asked her broker, and they started a real estate council to help her with the questions she had. [18:53] Justin tells Tiara it has been inspiring to hear her story. He is glad she is doing so well and was able to join us on RIMScast live from the RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025. Thank you, Tiara! [19:22] Quick Break for RIMS Events!  On September 18th, the 10th Annual Chicagoland Risk Forum will be held at The Old Post Office in Chicago. Register at ChicagoRIMS.org. [19:36] On October 1st through the 3rd, the RIMS Western Regional Conference will be held in North San Jose at the Santa Clara Marriott. The agenda is live. It looks fantastic! Visit RIMSWesternRegional.com and register today! [19:53] On November 17th and 18th, elevate your ERM Program and career at the RIMS ERM Conference 2025 in Seattle, Washington. The agenda is live, and early rates are available until September 5th. Register now to save $110 and secure your spot at the ERM event of the year. [20:15] Canadian listeners, take note, that's just a little bit South of the border in British Columbia. That's a great way to extend your knowledge after the RIMS Canada Conference. Visit RIMS.org/ERM2025 to register. [20:30] On with the Show! Our next guest was highly visible at the RIMS Texas Regional. He is Jason Turk, the Founder and Project Coordinator of the charity program, Swag for Schools. He is also the Director of Operations for the Bondy Law Group in Encino, California. [20:50] Jason is the former Membership Director for DFW RIMS. We will discuss his fascinating risk career and work with risk managers. We will learn about how Swag for Schools emphasizes sustainability by redistributing conference giveaways and giving back to the local community. [21:16] Interview! Jason Turk, welcome to RIMScast! [21:22] If you've been to DFW RIMS events, you may remember the Swag for Schools booth, which is manned by former Membership Director for DFW RIMS, Jason Turk. Jason, welcome to RIMScast! [22:03] Jason joined the Marine Corps in the early '90s and got out in '97. He worked as a security guard at the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board in San Bernardino. From there, he did surveillance and investigations in Southern California and then returned home to Texas. [22:36] Jason went to work for an investigation company in Dallas and became involved with the DFW RIMS Chapter. He worked in claims, Medicare compliance, and medical canvassing, and he was a California workers' compensation claims adjuster in the Dallas office of Crum & Forster. [22:58] He has a well-rounded career in claims. He's been involved with the DFW RIMS chapter since the early 2000s. [23:06] Jason is the Director of Operations of the Bondy Law Group. They do California workers' compensation defense. Jason tracks performance and maintains smooth communication in operations throughout the firm and with its clients. [23:36] Jason's goal has been to build relationships with the risk managers. His job directly impacts their bottom line, their employees, and the culture they set within their companies. [23:48] In Jason's experience, the workers' compensation world in California is a litigious area. He tries to make a positive impact on those employers and maintain long-term relationships. Jason's LinkedIn page link is in this episode's show notes. [24:19] Swag for Schools was born from an experience Jason had at a conference in 2019. Exhibitors were leaving, a storm was coming, and they abandoned boxes of marketing materials in the hall. Jason thought there had to be something he could do with those items. [24:48] He thought of donating the items, saving the exhibitors' shipping costs and time, saving the materials from going to a landfill, and doing some good, providing items to school teachers. There are a lot of items that the school teachers would go and purchase on their own. [25:04] That gave Jason the idea in 2019 to create Swag for Schools. He ran pilot tests in California and Texas, and it was very successful. Then COVID-19 hit, and conferences came to a grinding halt. [25:24] When Jason returned to the industry and the Bondy Law Group, he reinvigorated the program. Now they're on the 10th or more conference since resuming the program. [25:47] As a charity program, not a 501(c)(3), and not a non-profit, Swag for Schools does not seek or accept monetary donations. As a pass-through program, they will accept gift cards. They facilitate the donation to a local school in the area of the conference. They don't ship. [26:07] They accept typical conference swag: pens, notepads, water bottles, towels, and hand sanitizer. Many of the schools that receive the swag also support battered women's shelters, adult education, and other programs. Items not needed for schools can help other folks. [26:43] The stress balls they use in arts and crafts. Koozies get turned into hand puppets. The teachers find a way to utilize these items. [27:04] Swag for Schools doesn't have an expectation from the exhibitors. The items cost the exhibitors. Often, they want to take them home. Last year, they filled half of a 26-foot box truck with donation items that went to a school's foundation that went to K-12 and adult education. [27:35] Swag for Schools doesn't discriminate on the items because schools will find a way to use them. Unless it's a shot glass or something sharp, Swag for Schools will take it. [27:56] The items donated at the RIMS Texas Regional 2025 Conference will be boxed up and taken to Woodrow Wilson Elementary School in San Antonio, about four miles away from the Conference Center. [28:18] Woodrow Wilson School will put the items in a school store where the teachers can pull the items they need without paying for them or accounting for them, as they are donations. Every little bit helps. You never know what use someone is going to have for these items. [29:02] It helps the teachers who don't have to buy things for their class, and it helps the exhibitors on their ESG goals, not putting swag in a landfill. [29:14] Jason, it has been such a pleasure to see you again. As a reminder to the listeners, a link to the Swag for Schools LinkedIn page is in this episode's show notes. Jason, thank you for doing such wonderful work for yourself and on behalf of the greater risk community. [29:53] A Final Break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's goal to help build a talent pipeline of risk management and insurance professionals is achieved, in part, by its collaboration with risk management and insurance educators across the U.S. and Canada. [30:12] Since 1999, Spencer has awarded over $2.9 million to create more than 570 Risk Management Internships. The Internship Grants application process will open on August 15th, 2025. It will close on October 15th. [30:32] To be eligible, risk managers must be based in the U.S., Canada, or Bermuda. A link to the Internship Grants page is in this episode's show notes. You can always visit SpencerEd.org, as well. [30:46] The Spencer 2025 Funding their Future Gala will be held on Thursday, September 18th, at the Cipriani 42nd Street in Manhattan, New York. This year's honoree is Tim Ryan, the U.S. President of Lockton, and we look forward to having Tim join us here on RIMScast very soon. [31:05] A link to the Gala is also in this episode's show notes. Buy a ticket, enjoy a great night in the city, and support the future of risk management. [31:14] Our next guest is the Co-Founder and CEO of MEO Continuity, a risk management software company that helps you optimize business disruption response. [31:25] His name is Maximilian Glodde, and we discuss risk management and why it was so important for him, as the Founder and CEO of a startup, to join RIMS. [31:43] Interview! Maximilian Glodde, welcome to RIMScast! [31:45] Maximilian has been in RIMS and the risk management space for 10 years. MEO Continuity is a relatively young startup of just over three years. [32:29] Maximilian believes the biggest challenge for a startup is getting your word out. They had early validation that we had something people found valuable. We had to stay disciplined about staying in our lane. The big challenge is getting your name out and staying focused. [32:51] Maximilian says there is a lot that comes with starting a company. He has a completely different appreciation for HR. You take it for granted. He gives HR a big shoutout for the policies and procedures you don't think about. [33:11] Once you grow past your founding team, HR becomes very important. You need to think about what people care about at work and what makes them happy. [33:37] When Maximilian and Justin met in Denver at the ERM Conference 2023, MEO Continuity was just Christopher Wegman and Maximilian Glodde. They now have a team of over 15. They've grown fast, and they have wonderful clients in all different industries. [34:24] Maximilian had come from a large carrier, and RIMS was an event the carrier sponsored. Maximilian got to see what RIMS was all about. He knew, when he came out with MEO Continuity, they needed to start the journey by attending RIMS conferences. [34:45] RIMS conferences are attended by a high caliber of companies, vendors, and prospects. The first conference where MEO Continuity exhibited was RISKWORLD 2024 in San Diego. That event was a huge success. MEO Continuity got their message out. [35:28] Since exhibiting at RISKWORLD 2024, MEO Continuity has streamlined their conference preparation process. Maximilian liked that the RIMS team was very responsive to their many questions and answered them quickly. They felt super supported for a successful event. [35:57] That support and success is why they came back to RISKWORLD 2025 in Chicago. MEO Continuity will exhibit at the RIMS Canada Conference 2025, from September 14th through 17th, and at the RIMS Western Regional from October 1st through 3rd. [36:22] MEO Continuity will also exhibit at the RIMS ERM Conference in Seattle, on November 17th and 18th, and will co-present a session on November 17th, “Are You Mapping Your Value Chain Backwards?” with Emily Buckley of Specialized Bicycle Components. [36:52] Maximilian believes the value chain mapping process lives at the core of the risk management process. It's very difficult to manage and mitigate risk if you don't understand what's important in your value chain. [37:27] MEO Continuity is a proponent of starting at the end of the value chain, with your customers and working your way backward toward raw materials. When you map backward, wherever you stop, up to that point, you get some decision-useful information. [37:49] That's what the presentation will be about. Maximilian and Emily have been working together on it. [38:14] Maximilian shares his advice for risk professionals considering starting a company. You have to be somewhat crazy! If Maximilan had known all the things that could go wrong, he likely would not have taken that leap. Don't look too far forward. It will scare you to death! [38:35] Don't be afraid to get your name out there. Attending these RIMS conferences was very valuable for MEO Continuity. Maximilian adds that conferences increase the conversations you have and how often you talk about your product. You improve your presentation quickly. [39:02] Presenting in person is invaluable. It is authentic. Go to conferences. People are open to supporting and having those conversations. [39:24] Maximilian Glodde, thank you so much for joining us here on RIMScast!  [39:30] Special thanks again to all of my guests, and to everyone who attended, sponsored, and exhibited at the RIMS Texas Regional Conference  2025. This inaugural event was fantastic! [39:44] Be sure to mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual RIMS Texas Regional Conference from August 10th through 12th, 2026, back here in San Antonio! Be sure to check out the RIMS.org/events page for more information. [40:02] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [40:31] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [40:49] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [41:07] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [41:23] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [41:37] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. Please remember to subscribe to RIMScast on your favorite podcasting app. You can email us at Content@RIMS.org. [41:49] Practice good risk management, stay safe, and thank you again for your continuous support!   Links: RIMS ERM Conference 2025 — Nov. 17‒18 | RIMS Global ERM Award of Distinction 2025 Nominations Open Through Aug. 16 RIMS Canada 2025 — Sept. 14‒17 | Registration open! 10th Annual Chicagoland Risk Forum — Sept. 18 | Registration open! RIMS Western Regional — Oct 1‒3 | Bay Area, California | Registration open! RISKWORLD 2026 — Members-only early registration! Register through Sept 30! RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) The Strategic and Enterprise Risk Center Spencer Educational Foundation 2025 Funding Their Future Gala — Sept. 18, 2025 in NYC! RIMS-CRO Certificate in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management — Featuring Instructor James Lam! Next bi-weekly course begins Oct 9. RIMS Diversity Equity Inclusion Council RISK PAC | RIMS Advocacy | RIMS Legislative Summit SAVE THE DATE — March 18‒19, 2026 RIMS Risk Management magazine | Contribute RIMS Now RIMS Webinars: RIMS.org/Webinars “Lockdown & Level Up: Turn Up Your Cyber Security Game Against Creative Cyber Criminals” | Sept. 4, 2025 | Sponsored by AXA XL “Parametric Insurance: Providing Financial Certainty in Uncertain Times” | Oct. 30, 2025 | Sponsored by Swiss Re   Upcoming RIMS-CRMP Prep Virtual Workshops: RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep Virtual Workshop — Sept 2‒3, 2025 | Presented by RIMS and PARIMA RIMS-CRMP-FED Exam Prep Virtual Workshop — November 11‒12 Full RIMS-CRMP Prep Course Schedule “Intro to ERM for Senior Leaders” | Nov. 4‒5 | Instructor: Elise Farnham See the full calendar of RIMS Virtual Workshops RIMS-CRMP Prep Workshops   Related RIMScast Episodes: “Leadership Lessons with Major General (Ret.) Robert F. 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RIMS Virtual Workshops On-Demand Webinars RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) RISK PAC | RIMS Advocacy RIMS Strategic & Enterprise Risk Center RIMS-CRMP Stories — Featuring RIMS President Kristen Peed!   RIMS Events, Education, and Services: RIMS Risk Maturity Model®   Sponsor RIMScast: Contact sales@rims.org or pd@rims.org for more information.   Want to Learn More? Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org, and listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.   Have a question or suggestion? Email: Content@rims.org.   Join the Conversation! Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.   About our guests: Tiara Wallace, DFW RIMS Inclusivity Chair, Director of RISK, Invesco US Jason Turk, Bondy Law Group, Director of Operations (California), Swag for Schools on LinkedIn Maximilian Glodde, CEO of MEO Continuity   Production and engineering provided by Podfly.  

Send us a textFor queer youth, belonging isn't a luxury, it's a lifeline. In a world that too often tells them they don't fit, affirming spaces can be the difference between surviving and thriving. The power of belonging becomes both healing and revolutionary. Today In the Den,we're diving into this topic, exploring the life-saving power of queer-led youth spaces that help foster that sense of belonging. Sara talks with two incredible guests who are working to create just such a space, the Rev. Dr. John Leedy, the Executive Director of Kindom Community, and Andy Hackett, Program Director. Special Guest: Rev. Dr. John LeedyJohn Leedy (he/him) is a Presbyterian pastor and has a bi-vocational calling, serving as both the Executive Director of kin•dom community and the Associate Pastor of Hope Church in Austin, TX. He holds a B.A. in Youth & Family Ministry from Abilene Christian University, an MDiv. from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Formation and Liturgical Theology also from APTS. He is a Benedictine Oblate of St. Meinrad Archabbey, has a long history of camp & conference work, and lives in Austin with his wife and pastoral colleague, Rev. Dr. Krystal Leedy, along with their two daughters. John came on staff as a camp counselor at the first ever kin•dom camp in Texas and knew immediately that this work would not only change his life, but would change the lives of countless other LGBTQIA+ young people who are in need of brave spaces marked by love, inclusion, care, and celebration. Special Guest: Andy HackettAndy Hackett (he/him) holds a BS in Child Development with a minor in Political Science from Texas Woman's University. He is also certified Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR instructor and Level 1 challenge course practitioner. He lives and works full time at a Camp and Conference Center in East Texas with his dog, Baxter. Andy grew up attending a specialty camp for children with celiac disease, and after coming out as transgender, he thought "We need a camp like this for LGBTQ+ kids"- and kin•dom camp was born! He develops programs and activities that happen at camp, helps us find and train the amazing individuals that join our summer staff, and is the face behind emails reminding you to register for camp! Links from the Show: Kindom Camp: https://kindomcommunity.org/campQueer Camp Directory: https://directory.queercampfair.com/Gluten-Free Cookbook: https://theloopywhisk.com/ Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.comIn the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org.  Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

Send us a text and chime in!On Thursday, August 21, 2025, the philanthropic spirit of Prescott comes alive as 100 Men Who Care and Prescott Area Women Who Care join forces once again at the Prescott Resort and Conference Center. This inspiring night brings together men and women from across the community to support local non-profits, raise essential funds, and create lasting change. A Mission to Support Local Charities 100 Men Who Care Yavapai County is dedicated to uplifting local non-profit organizations that serve the community every day. Their mission is simple yet powerful—provide these charities with much-needed financial support, increased awareness, and valuable connections to... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/100-men-who-care-and-prescott-area-women-unite-for-august-event/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Thursday June 5th, Jeffrey Mosher was on the road, as the Lansing Economic Club event on Thursday, June 5, at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center. This impactful program featured a powerful panel discussion with former MSU Assistant Coach and Champions of the Heart founder Michael Garland and MSU Men's Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo, moderated by WILX News Anchor Ann Emmerich. This video conversation focused on Coach Garland's incredible story of survival after cardiac arrest in 2022, the founding of his nonprofit Champions of the Heart, and the leadership insights from his new book, AGOGE. Coach Izzo share his reflections on Garland's journey and their shared experience building Spartan excellence through resilience, purpose, and discipline, along with support of the Champions of the Heart project. The video occurred during a Media Availability that took place in the Red Cedar Room, just before the Econ Lunch event in Big Ten Room. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Lansing Economic Club Host Panel with Coaches Michael Garland and Tom Izzo June 5 Event Features Powerful Conversation on Leadership, Survival, and Lifesaving Purpose LANSING, Mich. — The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to host a powerful panel discussion at the 2024-25 season finale of the June Lansing Economic Club, featuring former MSU Assistant Coach and Champions of the Heart founder Michael Garland and Michigan State University Men's Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo. The event took place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center and was moderated by Ann Emmerich, Anchor at WILX News 10. This impactful conversation explored themes of leadership, adversity, and purpose. Garland shared his life-altering experience of surviving cardiac arrest in 2022, thanks to two brave passersby who administered CPR and helped save his life. That moment inspired him to launch Champions of the Heart, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding hands-only CPR training, access to CPR manikins, and AEDs throughout communities. Coach Tom Izzo joined the discussion to reflect on Garland's journey, their shared legacy at MSU, and the principles behind the Spartan training philosophy—a discipline explored in Garland's new book, AGOGE. Together, the coaches offered insights on high performance, resilience, and what it truly means to lead with heart. “This panel embodied what the Lansing Economic Club is all about—bringing people together to share stories that motivate and spark impact,” said Tim Daman, President & CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. “We were honored to host Champions of the Heart Founder Mike Garland and MSU Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo for what proved to be an emotional and unforgettable program.” “I wouldn't be here today without two people who knew CPR,” said Coach Michael Garland. “Now it's my mission to make sure every community is equipped to save lives. This conversation was a chance to spread that message and celebrate the power of preparation and purpose.” “Mike Garland is not just a survivor—he's a servant leader,” said Coach Tom Izzo. “What he's doing with Champions of the Heart is bigger than basketball. I was proud to sit beside him and help amplify this life-saving message.” Event Details: • Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025 • Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. • Location: Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing, MI • Book Signing & Sales: Immediately following the program, Coach Garland's book AGOGE will be available for purchase and signing in Big Ten Room C

July 7, 2025 Week 28   ADAMS CAMP https://curesyngap1.org/podcasts/syngap10/adams-camp-is-amazing-so-are-compression-vests-s10e110/    CENSUS & WHY WE WILL SEE MORE PATIENTS AAP recommends Whole Exome as a first line test for GDD/ID. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ambry-genetics_exome-cns-patientforlife-activity-7343354049586466816-Jbq_   SYNGAP1 Census 2Q25 +55; new total 1,636, but we need to look at country by country to appreciate how low that is.  https://curesyngap1.org/census/ https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oJwMysR2wyTxe91zLlKJglNa0NySPxkBF0PRiV6mBmM/edit?gid=0#gid=0 First patients from Bulgaria, Pakistan, Paraguay, and Uruguay.  US, Germany & France growing but UK standing still?   WARRIORS & PARENT STORIES https://curesyngap1.org/syngap-warriors/ Charlotte - Charlotte is 18 months old - diagnosed on May, 2025, just over a month ago. Already been to UNC and planning to go to CHOP.  17I thought it was worth noting the fast action this family is taking.   Martina - First patient from Uruguay.    SYNGAP1 Stories episode 35 Nicole Ciccone, son Jackson (from Georgia, near Atlanta) cureSYNGAP1.org/Stories   IMPORTANT SRF POSTS Webinar #108 - Repurposing opportunity for SYNGAP1 Specific nonsense mutations with Dr Bruce Bloom, Founder of Fortuity Pharma is up https://curesyngap1.org/resources/webinars/webinar-108-fortuity-pharma-repurposing-nonsense-mutations/   VOLUNTEER SHOUT OUT Suzanne Vreeland Jones for helping get the resource mobilization group organized in general and attending so many meetings, applying for grants, organizing the drive, and creating a fundraising plan for the rest of the year. And just generally caring about what's going on and what needs to get done. She's also the board chair and organizes all of that every 6 weeks. Then there's so much she's done and is doing for the conference so far as it is in Atlanta. We can trust it will be a nice event with her helping and being so close.   CONFERENCE - DECEMBER 4th & 5th Hotel has been selected for Atlanta - Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center; see cureSYNGAP1.org/Atlanta    FUNDRAISING - SIBLINGS ARE THE NEXT GEN OF SRF Fundraiser - LOVING ON LIAM - Emma's Hope for a SYNGAP1 Cure; fundraiser by Liam's sister Emma, who is promising a handmade pin for $5+ donations and over $100 a front flip off the diving board - cureSYNGAP1.org/Liam raised $2,370 in June!   WEBINAR #108 - Repurposing opportunity for SYNGAP1 nonsense mutations with Dr Bruce E. Bloom from Fortuity Pharma is up on YouTube https://youtu.be/4nqCLwuikIE?si=xWtbw-5OP_uMBwK5 and our website cureSYNGAP1.org/Webinars   PRESS RELEASE https://curesyngap1.org/blog/prof-kristian-stromgaard-awarded-cure-syngap1-grant-research-biomolecular-condensates-pr40/    WHY OUR RESEARCH MATTERS Bowie Lab Talk on Glutamatergic Neurons.  We learn about Intelligence from studying ID. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfcN2BuZOJw   NUMBERS PUBMED 334, 26, so -1 vs. weeks. Follow on Youtube and LinkedIn, they matter. https://www.linkedin.com/company/curesyngap1/ 4,221 https://www.youtube.com/@CureSYNGAP1 1,390   #S10e173 CORRECTION I credited the Sprint blog to "probably Ed". Thanks, but that one was coordinated by Jo Ashline.   NICOLE'S POST I hate Autism Awareness Month. It stirs up so many emotions- anger, grief, and frustration for everything autism has taken from my son. Dear Syngap, It's me again. You'd think after all this time, we'd have some kind of understanding. But we don't. We never will. You barged into our lives uninvited, turned our world upside down, and refused to leave. You've taught me lessons I never asked for, dragged us down roads we never wanted to travel. You've humbled me, broken me, enraged me. I've cried because of you. Screamed into the silence. Begged the universe for answers it refuses to give. I've celebrated victories that should have been simple, ordinary things—but with you lurking in the shadows, nothing is ever simple. If I'm being honest, I hate you. I hate what you've done to my son. I hate that you've taken things from him that should have been his without question—his voice, his strength, his ease of movement, his peace. One day, he climbs like he was born to conquer mountains. The next, he struggles to take a step. You're a thief, Syngap. You steal his vision, rob him of his muscle tone, drain his energy until even smiling feels like work. You wrap yourself around his body, his mind, his very existence, and no matter how hard I fight, you never let go. You make him miserable. And I hate you for it. You turn his nights into a battlefield, his sleep stolen by seizures, restlessness, and the chaos you planted in his brain. You keep his words locked inside, hidden in a place I can't reach. And God, how I wish I could reach them. How I wish I could hear his thoughts, understand the words he wants so badly to say. Instead, I watch. I listen. I hold him when the frustration turns to tears, when his body betrays him, when he fights a battle most will never see. People don't see what I see. They don't hear the cries in the middle of the night or witness the exhaustion in his body. They don't see the war raging inside him. And me? I've been called crazy, overprotective, dramatic. But I don't care. I'll wear those labels like armor. Because as long as my son is fighting, I will fight harder. You tried to take so much from us. You tried to steal my marriage, tried to break my family apart, tried to strip away our joy. You've knocked us down, over and over again. But listen to me, Syngap: you will never have us. And here's the strangest thing. For all the hell you've put us through, you've also given me things I never expected. You've made me stronger than I ever thought possible. You've forced me to fight with a fierceness I didn't know I had. You've shown me how to love deeper, to celebrate what others overlook, to appreciate moments most take for granted. You take and you take—but somehow, you also build. You break, yet somehow, you make us unbreakable. But hear me loud and clear: you don't win. Tomorrow, my son will wake up, and despite you, he will rise. He will smile. He will fight. He will accomplish things you never thought he could. And I? I'll be there, standing beside him, fighting for him, daring you to try and stop us. You don't get the final say, Syngap. Not today. Not ever. My son is more than you. And you have underestimated his mother. Sincerely, A Syngap Momma

"Turn it Up" is the theme for the 2025 Wisconsin State FFA Convention. Thousands of members will gather at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. Jill Welke talks to WI State FFA President, Jescey Thompson, about planned convention highlights and the overall mood of the convention. Thompson says he was always raised to believe that "success breeds success", and thinks that's part of the energy members feel when they get together.Some severe weather could be making its way to Wisconsin today. Stu Muck focuses on some of the cells developing that could produce not only rain, but a thunderstorm. Tractor enthusiasts, especially those fond of John Deere, are getting ready to swarm the Washington County Fair Park and Conference Center mid-June. Pam Jahnke finds out about the history of the Classic Green Reunion from Sheila Everhart, executive director of the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. She's helping highlight the educational programs that are scheduled, as well as the unique combination of the county's dairy breakfast being held at the same facilities.Uncertainty that's been created over tariff's is again influencing the markets. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing, joins Pam Jahnke to explain which commodities are feeling the pinch. He also highlights an inaccurate social media post that tanked cattle prices on Monday. The false report claimed screwworm had been located in the U.S. After the U.S. Department of Agriculture called out the inaccuracies, the market started to reset but is still at a discount this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Deere enthusiasts and tractor lovers from around the globe are going to be headed to Washington County in June. Co-chair Dan Guden of Athens, WI invites you to the Classic Green Reunion June 12-14 at the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center in West Bend. This family-friendly event will feature over 1,000 tractors, implements, engines, toys, and memorabilia exhibits. Admission will include access to the exhibits, working demonstrations, seminars, kids’ activities, and a daily tractor parade. Wisconsin's heritage will be on display with dairy farm tours, a June Dairy Breakfast, and a Friday night fish fry. Stephanie Hoff gives us the inside look.A little fog this morning but otherwise a pleasant Thursday according to Stu Muck. More sun and warmer temperatures are coming this weekend.School is about to conclude for the summer break statewide, but some of the programs that happen in those classrooms are a valuable part of the communities they live in. Charitee Seebecker talks with Christine Fossen-Rades, teacher at Menominee Indian School District. What started with students making tea has quietly grown into a much larger movement, one driven by a simple question and a strong desire to be more self-reliant. These students are taking the lead, planting the seeds—literally and figuratively—for a project that ties together culture, community, and sustainability. Rades shares more about how the project came together and what it means for the school and community.The bugs have returned to Wisconsin farm fields. A new website developed by UW-Extension researchers shows that armyworm and cutworm are infesting fields at a pretty high rate. Jordan Kampa, interim manager of the state's pesticide applicators program, says if you're treating those insects - be careful.U.S. dairy has gone from the doldrums to comfortable margins in a short period of time. Ryan Yonkman, vice president and co-founder of EverAg joins Pam Jahnke to discuss. Yonkman says while tariffs are still a discussion in the marketplace, dairy keeps making sales. Butter has had a particularly robust international play, which is unusual. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presented by City Club of Portland, with support from AARP Oregon, Fight Against Sex Trafficking, Neil Kelly, and City Cast Portland.City Club is a member-led and member-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Join or donate to City Club and support the spaces where community and leadership meet.On May 2, 2025, City Club of Portland's Built Environment Issue Committee hosted Rx for Central City Livability: Applying Past Successes at the University Place Hotel and Conference Center. The program explored how Portland's history of visionary public infrastructure—from the Transit Mall to the Pearl District—can inform the city's next chapter of growth and revitalization.The conversation brought together leaders who have helped shape some of Portland's most transformative projects. Together, they reflected on the role of catalytic investments, cross-sector collaboration, and community vision in creating a more livable Central City.Program speakers included: Earl Blumenauer, former U.S. Congressman and Presidential Fellow at the Institute for Portland Metropolitan Studies at Portland State University Michael Alexander, Board Chair for Albina Vision Trust Tiffany Sweitzer, President of Hoyt Street Properties Art Pearce, Deputy Director of Planning, Projects and Program for Portland Bureau of Transportation

April 28-May 4We live in a time when the Church of Jesus Christ has been well established and we are used to talking in terms of large numbers, general conferences translated into scores of languages simultaneously, missionaries serving in diverse countries all over the world and the Kingdom of God on the earth organized unlike any worldly entity. We are used to thinking in terms of the First Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Church Headquarters, the Conference Center, Temple Square—but in the era we are talking about today, the early part of 1831, none of these things were yet a reality. When Joseph and Emma arrived in Kirtland, Ohio in February, 1831, the successful missionary efforts of Parley P. Pratt and his companions had just doubled the entire membership of the Church to about 250 people!

Away From the Presence Jonah 1:1-16 Message Slides For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. God is Present EverywhereWe Forget to Live Like God is Present EverywhereGod is Gracious and Merciful, Slow to Anger, and Abounding in Steadfast LoveDiscussion Questions1. The main lesson we learn is that God is present everywhere. Yet there are some places we would probably prefer not to go (even if God is with us). Where would you least/most want to be if you were alone: in the ocean, on a mountain, or in space? Any other places?2. Jonah tries to flee from the presence of the Lord (1:2-3), but he is unable because God is present everywhere. What are some indications in the book that reveal God is present everywhere?3. Do you have any challenges with thinking about God being present everywhere? Is this a difficult or a relatively simple concept for you? Explain.4. Have someone read Psalm 139:7-10. This passage talks about God being present everywhere and how this should encourage us. Why should we be encouraged by the idea that God is present everywhere? Have you ever been especially encouraged by this truth?5. The idea that God is present everywhere can also be humbling. Explain why. Have you ever been convicted by the thought that God is present everywhere and knows everything we do and everything we think?6. Explain how Jonah can have correct thinking in 1:9 that God is present everywhere and yet he tries to flee from God's presence. How can his thinking and living be inconsistent? What are some ways your thinking and living can be inconsistent?7. The story is ultimately about God's grace shown to Nineveh but also shown to Jonah. What are some ways we see God's grace toward Jonah in this story? What are some lessons we might apply to our lives from this?8. Jesus thinks of the story of Jonah as pointing to Him when he says, “something greater than Jonah is here” (Matt 12:41). What are some examples of how Jesus succeeds where Jonah fails? How is Jesus greater than Jonah? Why should this encourage us today?Mission Highlight - Pray for the Unreached: The Montgomery Family On Friday, March 28th, Southeast Asia experienced an earthquake of 7.7 magnitude. The Montgomery family is safe and experienced no damage, though they did feel it. Justin, Angela, Zeke, and Taos ask that we join them in praying for those effected by the earthquake. The death toll is over 1,700. During this time of loss and uncertainty, pray that people look for hope and peace in Jesus.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 03/23 30,039Giving For 03/30 18,053YTD Budget 1,376,589Giving 1,346,687 OVER/(UNDER) (29,902) Silent Auction | Today, 4-6:00 p.m.The Fellowship Youth and College Mission Teams invite you to a Silent Auction Fundraiser today!! This is a great opportunity to hear more about our trips to Arlington, TX, and the Czech Republic, participate in supporting us financially, and walk away with some awesome winnings that include baked goods, yard work/babysitting certificates, merchandise baskets, overnight stays, and much more! Light refreshments will be provided throughout the event. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster 2025 Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Register by April 10 at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon. Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 includes lunch, registration deadline is TODAY! Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Child care is available by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332.Crucifixion DinnerJoin us Good Friday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m. as we remember together what Christ did on the cross through the Crucifixion Dinner (broth and bread). Child care for ages six and under is available by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Please feed the kids before dropping them off in child care. Holy Week on HoganThe pastors of several of the churches on Hogan have organized a time of gathering together throughout Holy Week (April 14-18). The gathering will meet each day of Holy Week at Grace Methodist from 12:00-1:00 pm and will include a short service with worship led by members of our worship teams, a short message by one of the pastors, followed by a meal. We all felt this was a great way to show our community that we are united around our risen Savior. Donations to cover the cost of the meal will be given to a local Christian ministry.Prayer During ServiceWe love to pray for one another. Our prayer team will have people at the front of the Auditorium under the signs Hope and Love to pray for you after the message. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.

Founder Darren Redding and Co-chair Dan Guden invite you to the Classic Green Reunion June 12-14 at the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center in West Bend. This family-friendly event will feature over 1,000 tractors, implements, engines, toys, and memorabilia exhibits. Admission will include access to the exhibits, working demonstrations, seminars, kids’ activities, and a daily tractor parade. Create new friendships and connect with a global community of people supporting the love and passion of all things John Deere. The Classic Green actively engages the next generation of participants with innovative events that are both exciting and educational.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joyful Outsiders as Gospel Partners (Philippians 4:20-23)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesLooking Within, Looking Around, Looking Up - SwindollThe Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ #1 - Alec MotyerThe Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ #2 - Alec MotyerGlory (כָבוֹד) Word Study - Allen RossIntroduction: Participating Partners in the Gospel Project (SHAPE+)“To God be the Glory.”The ultimate goal of life is bringing glory to God. (4:20)“When the Saints Go Marching In” Every believer has a role to play. (4:21-22)• Unity in the gospel project is pervasive. (4:21)• No one is excluded from gospel partnership. (4:22)“Amazing Grace”The ultimate motivation for serving is the grace of Jesus. (4:23)Because of the grace we know through Jesus Christ every believer has a part to playin advancing the gospel message to the glory of God.Serving in Your SHAPE Spiritual Gifts: Your Spiritually Empowered Service (Romans 12)Heart: Your Passion for Service (Romans 1:8-10; 1 Timothy 1:3-5) Abilities: Your Natural Abilities God Uses (Exodus 31:1-11)Personality: Your Unchanging Orientation to Life (Acts of the Apostles)Experience: Your Life Story Shaped by God (Romans 8:28)Home Church QuestionsRead Philippians 1:27-30; 2:1-11; 3:7-11; and 4:10-23Paul's letter to the Philippians is relationally warm and eminently practical. Among the truths he presents in these verses, what would be the truth you would select as your most encouraging? most challenging?If Paul were to point out one of these truths as most critical for the effective ministry of FBC, what would it be?How does it change the way you view yourself to know that “every believer has a role to play” in the cause of the gospel?In verses 21-22, Paul was linking all believers together around the gospel. What can we do as individuals and as a church to build bridges across divisive lines in the body of Christ?Paul starts his letter with grace (1:2) and ends the letter with grace (4:23). As you have learned and experienced God's grace in your life, how has that shaped your view of God? of the Christian life?As we wrap up our study of Philippians, pray together that every person at FBC, young, old, and in between, would find their role so that we together would bring glory to God.Pray for the Unreached: The Tuareg, Tamasheq of MauritaniaThese people of Mauritania number approximately 136,000. Though they primarily speak Tamasheq and identify as Sunni Muslims, their faith is often mixed with folk beliefs and magic. Only 0.04% are Christian adherents, and 0.00% are evangelicals. Despite having access to the New Testament, Jesus Film, and audio recordings, the Tamasheq Tuareg remain largely unreached with the gospel. Pray for laborers to focus on the Tamasheq Taureg. Pray for influential leaders to be reached with the gospel and boldly share with others, resulting in disciple making movements among these peoples.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 03/16 25,450Giving For 03/23 30,039YTD Budget 1,341,292Giving 1,328,634 OVER/(UNDER) (12,658)Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, April 6, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowhipconway.org/events.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster 2025 Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Register by April 10 at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon. Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 includes lunch and is due Sunday, April 6. Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Childcare is available by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Silent Auction | April 6thThe Fellowship Youth and College Mission Teams invite you to a Silent Auction Fundraiser on Sunday, April 6th, 4-6 pm!! This is a great opportunity to hear more about our trips to Arlington, TX, and the Czech Republic, participate in supporting us financially, and walk away with some awesome winnings that include baked goods, yard work/babysitting certificates, merchandise baskets, overnight stays, and much more! Light refreshments will be provided throughout the event, and childcare is available for kids six and under by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Bring a friend, your home church, or just yourself, and join us!” Save the Date for Fellowship on the RiverFellowship is having a church-wide gathering at Toad Suck Park across the river May 4th, at 4:00 PM. Mark your calendars. You will not want to miss it!

Message SlidesContentment In An Anxious WorldPhilippians 4:10-19For the bulletin in PDF form, click here.Life is about more than me Life is about more than my circumstances Life is about union with Christ Pray for the Unreached: The Aheu Luang people of Thailand, with a population of about 1,600, are primarily Buddhist, though their beliefs often focus more on spirit worship than true Buddhist convictions. With 0% identifying as Christians or evangelicals, they remain unreached by the gospel. Though Bible translation has been started, the Aheu Luang peoples do not have access to the Bible. Pray for long term workers to be sent to this community and for the gospel to reach the Aheu people for the first time, revealing the goodness and power of God over the spirits that they worship.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 03/09 42,264Giving For 03/16 25,450YTD Budget 1,350,995Giving 1,298,595 OVER/(UNDER) (7,400)Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, April 6, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowhipconway.org/events.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster 2025 A car out of alignment is harder to steer, wears down faster, and wastes fuel. Ever feel the same? Worn down. Burning energy. Pulled off course. It's time to realign. Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Don't wait—register today at fellowshipconway.org/register. Registration deadline is April 10.Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon with the inspiring Cathy Lee! Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 is due at time of registration and includes lunch. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Deadline to register is Sunday, April 6th. Childcare is available by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332 Silent Auction | April 6thYouth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. Let us know if you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off. We would love to have it. To donate an item or for any questions, please contact our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. CARINGBRIDGE - HEATHER MCKINNEYA CaringBridge link has been set up so you can send messages to Heather and receive updates. To be added, go to caringbridge.org. This is a great way to receive updates on her and leave her words of encouragement.

Practical Points of Peace(Philippians 4:2-9) For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesConflict, Imitation, and Citizenship - George GuthrieGod's Peace and the Beautiful Life - George GuthrieFighting for Peace - SwindollIntroduction: Joyful Christians in a Turbulent World Rejoicing, Prayer, and PeaceUnity and peace are a powerful witness.(4:2-7)Live in Harmony in the LordAll believers must be unified to advance the gospel (4:2-3).Joyful Christians are a Clear Testimony Confident prayer leads to joy and peace (4:4-7). Meditation, Practice, and PeaceWhat you really believe determines how you really behave.(4:8-9)Meditations: Foundations of a Christian Mind Focus on the tested and true (4:8).Mentoring: Expressions of a Christian Mindset Put into practice what you believe (4:9). Christians' unity, joy, and peaceadvance the gospel witnessbefore a watching world. Still in Bed"We read of spiritual efforts, and our imagination makes us believe that, because we enjoy the ideaof doing them, we have done them. I am appalled to see how much of the change which I thought I had undergone lately was only imaginary.The real work seems still to be done. It is so fatally easy to confuse an aesthetic appreciation of the spiritual life with the life itself—to dream that you have waked, washed, and dressed, & then to find yourself still in bed."C.S. LewisHome Church QuestionsRead Philippians 4:2-9. Is there an immediate insight or application you would like to share from the passage or the message?Euodia and Syntyche had to work at their relationship for the sake of unity “in the Lord” (verse 2). What issues tend to divide brothers and sisters in Christ to the detriment of unity?Paul directed these ladies to agree (be of one mind) “in the Lord.” How is this achieved when you have differences with another believer?Life is not always enjoyable. Read verses 4-7 again. What key truths in these verses allow you to rejoice in the Lord “always,” even in circumstances that are not enjoyable?Read Romans 5:1-5. On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your ability to rejoice in life's irritations and difficulties? What truth from the question above will help you do this?How does verse 6 tell you how to deal with anxiety? How good are you at releasing your anxiety in this way?Verse 7 refers to the peace of God and verse 9 refers to the God of peace. To what degree are you experiencing the peace of God right now? If your heart is not at peace, what truth or promise from Scripture do you need to grasp?As you close your time, pray together that each of you will know the peace of God that passes understanding and display true peace to an anxious and troubled world.Pray for the Unreached: The Burmese in Myanmar (Burma)The Burmese people of Myanmar, numbering over 31 million, are predominantly Buddhist, with only 0.35% identifying as Christians and 0.08% as evangelicals. Their culture blends Buddhism with animistic beliefs, often centered around appeasing spirits called nats. Despite civil wars, ethnic divisions, and ongoing political unrest, the Burmese maintain rich traditions. Pray for peace among the Burmese and for a spiritual hunger among them that results in disciple making movements.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 03/02 43,310Giving For 03/09 42,264YTD Budget 1,270,698Giving 1,273,145 OVER/(UNDER) 2,447Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, April 6, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowhipconway.org/events.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster 2025 A car out of alignment is harder to steer, wears down faster, and wastes fuel. Ever feel the same? Worn down. Burning energy. Pulled off course. It's time to realign. Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Don't wait—register today at fellowshipconway.org/register. Registration deadline is April 10.Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon with the inspiring Cathy Lee! Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 is due at time of registration and includes lunch. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Deadline to register is Sunday, April 6th. Childcare is available by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332 Silent Auction | April 6thYouth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. Let us know if you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off. We would love to have it. To donate an item or for any questions, please contact our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. Prayer During ServiceWe love to pray for one another. Our prayer team will have people at the front of the Auditorium under the signs Hope and Love to pray for you after the message. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.

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Following the Path Philippians 3:17 - 4:1 Message SlidesFor the bulletin in PDF form, click here. The Two Paths •. “the example you have in us” (3:17) •. “enemies of the cross” (3:18) The Nature of the Two Paths “minds set on earthly things” (3:19) “our citizenship is in heaven” (3:20) The End of the Two Paths “their end is destruction” (3:19) “[He] will transform our lowly body” (3:21)Home Church QuestionsDo you have a favorite hike or trail? Our passage is about two different paths. Have someone read Phil 3:17-4:1.What are some ways we should imitate Paul and follow the example he mentions in Phil 3:17? He uses this image of “walking” to describe Christian living (3:17). What are some ways the Christian faith is like walking? Are there any ways you need to start “walking” more faithfully?We learn that many walk as enemies of the cross, and this leads Paul to tears (3:18). How should we respond to those who are on this path?Who are some good examples you have seen that you can follow? Who are some bad examples that many people follow? Explain why.How would you paraphrase or summarize Phil 3:19? What is the nature of the path we should avoid?What does it look like for us to live as citizens of heaven who are waiting (3:20)? What is the nature of the path we are called to follow?What are some specific ways you can follow the path of the cross this week even if it might be a difficult path (at home, at school, at work, in your neighborhood, etc)?Phil 3:21 reminds us that taking the right path today is worth it in the end. How would you explain to someone that following Christ's path is worth it even if it is challenging at times?Pray for the Unreached: The Kyrgyz in Kyrgyzstan - The Kyrgyz are primarily nomadic cattle raisers living on high plateau. Of the nearly 5 million Kyrgyz living in Kyrgyzstan, 99.82% identify as Muslims. Only .09% of the Kyrgyz identify as Christian. The Kyrgyz face many challenges like poverty, water scarcity, and spiritual strongholds. Pray for provision of clean water and the living water of Jesus. Pray for laborers to share the Gospel and true life change that only comes through Jesus Christ.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 02/23 34,771Giving For 03/02 43,310YTD Budget 1,235,400Giving 1,230,881 OVER/(UNDER) (4,519) Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, April 6, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowhipconway.org/events.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Men's BreakfastMen, join us for a great breakfast and fellowship on Wednesday, March 12, at 6:00 a.m. here in the Fellowship atrium. No sign-up is needed. Come with your Bible ready to eat, fellowship with other men, and start your day off right through prayer and Biblical insight. Questions? Contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Men's Muster 2025 A car out of alignment is harder to steer, wears down faster, and wastes fuel. Ever feel the same? Worn down. Burning energy. Pulled off course. It's time to realign. Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Don't wait—register today at fellowshipconway.org/register. Registration deadline is April 10.Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon with the inspiring Cathy Lee! Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 is due at time of registration and includes lunch. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Deadline to register is Sunday, April 6th. Silent Auction | April 6th Youth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. Let us know if you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off. We would love to have it. To donate an item or for any questions, please contact our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org.

Pressing On and Holding Ground(Philippians 3:12-16)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesStanding Firm without Standing Still- SwindollHanging Tough and Looking Up - SwindollThe Objective-Christ - George GuthrieIntroduction: Worthy of the gospel, standing firm in one spirit (1:27)Pressing OnwardNever stop striving to know Christ more deeply.(3:12-14)A Long Obedience in the Same Direction You have not arrived! (3:12-13a)A Clear Vision of the Ultimate Prize Knowing Christ and Living for Him is Priority #1 (3:13b-14) Holding GroundKeep your attitude focused and your standards high.(3:15-16)“I'll pray about that and study the Word of God.” Maturity leads to clarity of purpose (3:15).Practice Your Position You are a child of God—live like it (3:16). The surpassing worth of knowing Christcompels us to strive forward and stand our groundin order to share communion with Christ. Practice your PositionLive in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have received.Ephesians 4:1 (NIV)Keep living by that same standard to which we have attained.Philippians 3:16 (NASB)Even so consider yourselves to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus.Romans 6:11Home Church QuestionsRead Philippians 3:12-16. Is there an immediate insight or application you would like to share from the passage or the message?One author described these verses as Paul's “divine dissatisfaction.” What would be some indications of “divine dissatisfaction” in one's life? Alternatively, what would be some indications of spiritual complacency?Have you ever been (or are you now) at a stalemate in your spiritual growth? What factors brought about that stalemate?Why is it important for you to “forget what lies behind” (verse 13)? What successes, failures, or experiences from the past are hindering you from “straining forward” to knowing and serving Christ in the future?While we are unavoidably caught up in daily life, how can we maintain a focus on “the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” (verse 14 ESV)?Paul declared that “pressing on” is the mark of your continued process toward spiritual maturity (verse 15). In 2:12-13, Paul related that “God is at work in you” for his good purposes. What does it mean for you to “press on” to cooperate with what God is currently doing in your life?What area of your life do you need to expend more energy to pursue knowing and serving Christ? Pray for the Unreached: The Polivka familyPray for Tomáš as he seeks direction for a new job. Pray that the family feels God's peace as they seek His guidance and that they see how God is using this to fulfill His purpose.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 02/16 19,501Giving For 02/23 34,731YTD Budget 1,200,103Giving 1,187,532 OVER/(UNDER) (12,571) Ash Wednesday - Take Some Time to Pray and Worship the Lord. We are opening a space in the second-floor Fireside Room for prayer and confession next Wednesday, March 5, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to prepare our hearts for celebrating Jesus' resurrection. This is a drop-in, self-directed prayer, confession, and reflection time. We have prompts to help you if you desire. Feel free to sit before the Lord as long as you want. Access the stairwell that leads up to the entrance on the back lot that faces the basketball goal and Grace Methodist Church. ​​New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster 2025 A car out of alignment is harder to steer, wears down faster, and wastes fuel. Ever feel the same? Worn down. Burning energy. Pulled off course. It's time to realign. Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Don't wait register today at fellowshipconway.org/register. Registration deadline is April 10.Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women's Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon with the inspiring Cathy Lee! Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 is due at time of registration and includes lunch. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Deadline to register is Sunday, April 6th. Silent Auction | April 6th Youth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. Let us know if you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off. We would love to have it. To donate an item or for any questions, please contact our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. Daylight saving time | March 9 Fellowship, we are going to “Spring Forward” on Sunday, March 9. Remember to set your clocks on Saturday night, March 8, and join us for services at 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. We will have the coffee ready for you! Don't worry about getting your kids dressed or feeding them breakfast. Drop them off with Fellowship Kids in their pajamas, and we will provide the pop-tarts.

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The Surpassing WorthPhilippians 3:1-11Message Slides For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Knowing Christ means I have a new identity (vv.1-6) Knowing Christ means I have new values (vv.7-11) Justification - Righteousness (v.9) Sanctification - Power (v.10) Glorification - Hope (v.11) Home Church Questions1. Our passage is about knowing Christ. How would you explain to someone what it means to know Christ? What are some ways knowing Jesus is similar/different from other relationships we have? 2. In Phil 3:1-6, we learn that knowing Christ means we have a new identity. How should a person's identity change when he/she comes to know Christ? What are some ways a person's identity might stay the same? What has this looked like for you? 3. In vv.5-6, Paul gives a list of reasons why he would have more reason for confidence in the flesh than others. If you were to have confidence in the flesh, what are some items that would be on your list? Do you wrestle with putting too much confidence in the flesh? Explain. 4. In Phil 3:7-11, we learn that knowing Christ means we have new values. In vv.7-8, he says the things he used to consider as gain he now considers as loss. What are some of the “gains” in your life that you consider to be valuable? Are there any “gains” in your life you should re-evaluate so that you value them in a healthier way? 5. Paul says he considers everything as loss compared with the surpassing value of knowing Christ (v.8). What does he mean and how can he say this? Can you say this? 6. Jesus has surpassing worth because we can be justified and made right with God through Him (v.9). Was there a time in your life when you were moved by this truth that God provides the righteousness He demands? 7. Jesus has surpassing worth because we can experience the power of his resurrection even in our sufferings (v.10). How can we identify with Jesus when we suffer so we experience this power? Have you experienced this? 8. Jesus has surpassing worth because we experience the hope of future resurrection through Him (v.11). Why does having this hope of future glorification motivate us to value Jesus now? Pray for the Unreached: The Ansari are a Sunni Muslim group in India, historically weavers and textile sellers, now involved in various businesses. Many live in poverty and face illiteracy, though some have contributed to education and politics. Known for their hospitality, they offer opportunities for believers to share the gospel. Recent efforts have seen some Ansari families come to Christ, but they remain largely unreached. Pray for Indian believers to reach out with love and share the gospel with Ansari families and leaders, revealing to them the love and hope only offered through Christ.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 02/09 36,524Giving For 02/16 19,506YTD Budget 1,164,806Giving 1,152,806 OVER/(UNDER) (12,000)Men's Muster 2025 A car out of alignment is harder to steer, wears down faster, and wastes fuel. Ever feel the same? Worn down. Burning energy. Pulled off course. It's time to realign. Join us April 25-27 for Men's Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Don't wait—register today at fellowshipconway.org/register. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Silent Auction | April 6thYouth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. We are asking for you to participate in one of three ways. First, do you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off? We would love to have it. Second, we would love for you to show up and support the students and adults on the trip. Finally, if you cannot make it, please consider donating to the event. To donate an item or for any questions, please get in touch with our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. PJ's and Poptarts - Sunday, March 9​It is that time of year again! We are springing forward AND losing an hour of sleep. Don't worry about getting your kids dressed or feeding them breakfast. You bring them in their pajamas, and we will provide the pop-tarts. We will be waiting for all of your sleepy heads!Prayer During ServiceWe love to pray for one another. Our prayer team will have people at the front of the Auditorium under the signs Hope and Love to pray for you after the message. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the messageDaylight Saving TimeFellowship, we are going to “Spring Forward” on Sunday, March 9. Remember to set your clocks Saturday night and join us for services at 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. We will have the coffee ready for you!

Two Purposeful Partners(Philippians 2:19-30) For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesssTimothy - F.F. BruceTimothy - John StottPaul and Epaphroditus - Alec MoyterPaul's Co-Workers - F.F. BruceCo-Workers in the Pauline Mission - GuthrieThe Need for Living Examples - GuthrieTwo Orders of Friends - Chuck SwindollINTRODUCTION: Role Models AgainTimothy(Genuine Christ-Centered Concern)Proven Character - (2:19-21) Humble partners put the needs of others before their own.Proven Track Record - (2:22-24) Humble partners can be trusted with ministry responsibilities. Epaphroditus(Brother, Co-worker, Fellow Soldier)A Man for All Season - (2:25) Humble partners take every opportunity to serve well.Serving in sickness and in health - (2:26-30) Humble partners serve well, even if it is costly. Humble Partners Sacrificially Serve with Christ-like Characterthrough thick and thin. The Centrality of Examples in PhilippiansA - The Example of Paul (1:12-26) B - Appeal to Steadfastness and Unity in the face of opposition (1:27-30) C - Appeal to Unity based on common life in Christ (2:1-4) D - The Example of Christ (2:5-11) C' - Application of Unity based on the common work of God (2:12-13) B' - Application of Steadfastness and Unity in the face of opposition (2:14-18)A' - The Examples of Timothy & Epaphroditus (2:19-30)Home Church QuestionsRead Philippians 2:19-30. Is there an immediate insight or application you would like to share from the passage or the message?Paul presents Timothy and Epaphroditus as exemplary models of proven worth in ministry. Who has been a role model for you by their commitment to ministry? How has their life challenged you to a deeper life of service?Reflect on your own life. What does it mean to seek the interests of Jesus Christ rather than your own interests (ref. v.21)?Describe the different groups of people within your circle of influence. In what ways are you an example to them of what it means to serve Christ? In what ways do you fall short?Paul's concern for Epaphroditus is described in verse 27, and expressed the sorrow he would experience if Epaphroditus were to die. What does this suggest to you about praying for others? about experiencing sorrow with the loss of a loved one (ref. 1 Thessalonians 4:13)?Paul desired to send these men to strengthen and encourage the Philippian believers. Who can you reach out to strengthen and encourage this week?Pray for the Unreached: People Groups in the United States The United States is home to over 520 distinct people groups, 98 of which are unreached peoples. These include immigrants, refugees, Indigenous communities, and even international students. While many enjoy access to the gospel, language barriers, cultural isolation, and secular influences present significant challenges to reaching some communities with the gospel. Pray for laborers to be sent into these communities, equipped to bridge cultural and linguistic gaps with the love of Christ. Lift up local churches and ministries to boldly engage these groups, providing resources, discipleship, and community.Elder's Retreat: February 21-22Please be in prayer for our elders as they spend time with each other and before the Lord focusing on their Spiritual Responsibility, Personal Accountability, and Leadership of our Body.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Czech Stoby's FundraiserFellowship, thank you for showing up! Sunday, February 2, was the Czech fundraiser at Stobys, and we received a great response from the Fellowship family. The team raised $5000. Thank you Fellowship!Men's Muster 2025 - Men don't retreat. They muster. Will you muster with us? Mark your calendars for April 25-27! Men's Muster is heading to a NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock. It's the perfect weekend to connect, have fun, and be challenged to relentlessly pursue Christ together. Chris Moore will lead the teaching, and you won't want to miss it. Registration is $150, with scholarships available. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Middle School Retreat | February 28-March 2Parents, our new student pastors are taking the Middle School group (5th-7th) to Ferncliff (in Little Rock) the last weekend in February. This is a great opportunity for your students to get to know our new pastors and connect deeper with the students their age. The weekend features Biblical teaching, meaningful small group time, and a ton of fun! To register your student for the retreat, go to fellowshipconway.org/fsm. Silent Auction | April 6thYouth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. We are asking for you to participate in one of three ways. First, do you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off? We would love to have it. Second, we would love for you to show up and support the students and adults on the trip. Finally, if you cannot make it, please consider donating to the event. To donate an item or for any questions, please get in touch with our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. Prayer During Service

    OCF MINISTRY NEWS  Watch the latest OCF Global Town Hall: Visit ocfusa.org/gth2025 to watch the Town Hall. https://www.ocfusa.org/gth2025/  Serve and adventure at an OCF Conference Center this spring: Make this March a meaningful mix of service, growth, and adventure through one of these two opportunities.  Spring Break Service Project Week, 10-16 March, White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.) https://www.whitesulphursprings.org/event/sbsp-week/   Spring Break Service and Adventure Week, 21-30 March, Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) https://www.springcanyon.org/event/spring-break-service-and-adventure-week-2/   Support OCF during your trips to the grocery store: Visit our Ways to Give page and scroll to the bottom to see if a store near you is eligible for the Community Rewards Program. https://www.ocfusa.org/donate/   ASK OCF  Col Houstoun Waring, USAF (Ret.), who serves as OCF's Central Regional Coordinator, answered this frequently asked question from another OCFer: Why did OCF develop a Handbook? Who should use it? How should people use it?  To learn more about this impactful resource for military ministry, read the article about the Handbook's background. https://www.ocfusa.org/2022/09/introducing-the-newest-tool-for-military-ministry-the-ocf-handbook/  Visit our website to access the online version of the OCF Handbook. https://www.ocfusa.org/handbook/   If you have a question that you want us to consider for a future “Ask OCF” segment, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org.  GUEST SPOTLIGHT  This month's episode features not one but two guests: Lt Col Scott and Lisa Bedrosian, USAF (Ret.). The Bedrosians have been longtime supporters of White Sulphur Springs, OCF's eastern Conference Center located in Manns Choice, Pa. Having had roles there as guests, staff, and volunteers over the years, Scott and Lisa recount some of their cherished memories made at WSS and share how God has used this special home away from home in their lives.  https://www.whitesulphursprings.org/   The Bedrosians describe how WSS helped them navigate the challenges of military life through mentorship, Biblical teachings, and a sense of belonging. They share influential anecdotes, like being reminded of their identity as missionaries in uniform, keeping symbolic “rocks” with spiritual truths, and renaming chores “blessings” because of a simple spatula on a dining room table at WSS. Knowing the conference center's spiritually rich and personally challenging programs might be intimidating to some, they also answer the frequently asked question: “But will I have fun?”  Interested in having your own impactful experience at a Conference Center? Visit ocfusa.org/experience to learn more about White Sulphur Springs and its sister center Spring Canyon, located in Buena Vista, Colo. https://www.ocfusa.org/experience/   If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's “Be a Guest” webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic we should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. https://www.ocfusa.org/podcastguest/  POINTS TO PONDER  As you listen to this conversation with Scott and Lisa, here are a few questions to ponder in your personal time, with a small group, or with a mentor:  When was a time you were able to truly step away from your daily rhythms to rest and spend time with the Lord?   How did that experience affect your day-to-day life?  The Bedrosians share a few examples of life-changing advice through connections made at WSS. What impactful advice have you received, and have you shared it with others?  Scott calls a stay at WSS an “investment in your family and in your ministry.” What might be the difference that makes your average vacation that kind of investment instead? 

In Partnership with God(Philippians 2:12-18) For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesSalvation as a Process - George GuthrieWork Out Your Salvation - F.F. BruceINTRODUCTION: Major Themes in PhilippiansSpiritual Formation(The Elements of Spiritual Growth)Personal Responsibility: Constant Growth without Supervision (2:12a)Intentional Effort: Constant Effort with Awe and Reverence (2:12b)Supernatural Aid: Constant Grace to Empower and Guide (2:13)Spiritual Hindrances(The Obstacles to Spiritual Growth)Bad Attitudes: Negativity Under Your Breath and Out Loud (2:14-15a)Societal Decay: Not Standing out in a Corrupt World (2:15b-16a)Spiritual Reward(The Joy of Spiritual Growth)Personal Satisfaction: The Reward of a Purposeful Life (2:16b)Community Celebration: Serving for the Sake of Others (2:17-18)Spiritual growth demands constant grace and effortwith a relentless attention to attitudes and lifestyle.“Work Out Your Salvation”(Philippians 2:12-18) To put it very simply,“Make salvation operational in your life.” Allen RossIn short, those who are part of the new covenant inaugurated through Jesus Christ by placing their faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross, validated by his resurrection have been saved from the penalty of sin, are being saved from the power of sin, and will be saved from the presence of sin.Home Church QuestionsRead Philippians 2:12-18.What immediate application did you gain from the passage or the message?Paul acknowledged their past obedience in verse 12 but pressed them on toward continued obedience in his absence (cf. his prayer in 1:9-11). Why is it easier to relax in your obedience when you are alone? Or when you are facing a stranger who frustrates you?Paul continues in verse 12 with how they are to continue in their obedience, with “fear and trembling.” What is the “fear” that would cause you to “tremble” about disobedience in those situations?Verse 13 conveys an active participation between you and God that results in spiritual growth. At what times and situations do you find your will to obey the weakest? What does this passage teach you to do in these situations?In verses 14 and 15, Paul relates that living as a Christian blamelessly and without fault (NIV) means doing everything without complaining or arguing. When and with whom is it easy to disobey this command? Why does doing everything without complaining or arguing make you “shine as lights” in the dark places of this world?Shining as lights in a warped and crooked generation requires that you “hold firmly to the word of life” (verse 16). In what ways does radical obedience to God's word bring light into our messed up world?Pray for the Unreached: Arabic-speaking Algerians are descendants of Berbers who converted to Islam after the Arab invasions. They form the majority population, speaking Algerian Arabic and following Sunni Muslim traditions. Many face unemployment, prompting migration to France and elsewhere for work. Less than 0.1% identify as Christians, with no movement toward Christ. Pray for the Holy Spirit to soften hearts toward the gospel and for believers to share Christ's love in Algeria. Ask for boldness among Kabyle Christians to inspire Jesus movements among these peoples.FinancesWeekly Budget 35,297Giving For 01/26 25,826Giving For 02/02 67,719YTD Budget 1,094,212Giving 1,096,775 OVER/(UNDER) ( 2,563)Souper Bowl SundayFellowship families, if you were able to bring hearty soups, canned chili, spaghetti sauce, tuna helper, canned meats, and Knorr brand pastas to restock the Bethlehem House shelves, thank you! If you forgot, there is still time to run by the store, grab some items, and have them back to Fellowship by 1:00 p.m. and we'll take them to Bethlehem House. If you aren't able to bring them today by 1:00 p.m., please feel free to drop them off at The Bethlehem House, 930 Faulkner St.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Getting Equipped at FellowshipFellowship, below are some great classes to get equipped in the New Year. For more information and to register go to fellowshipconway.org/equipping. • Apologetics for Everyone - February 9 - March 2 Men's Fellowship BreakfastMen, join us for a great breakfast and fellowship on Wednesday, February 12, at 6:00 a.m. here in the Fellowship atrium. No sign-up is needed. Come with your Bible ready to eat, fellowship with other men, and start your day off right through prayer and Biblical insight. Contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org.Men's Muster 2025 - Men don't retreat. They muster. Will you muster with us? Mark your calendars for April 25-27! Men's Muster is heading to a NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock. It's the perfect weekend to connect, have fun, and be challenged to relentlessly pursue Christ together. Chris Moore will lead the teaching, and you won't want to miss it. Registration is $150, with scholarships available. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Middle School Retreat | February 28-March 2Parents, our new student pastors are taking the Middle School group (5th-7th) to Ferncliff (in Little Rock) the last weekend in March. This is a great opportunity for your students to get to know our new pastors and connect deeper with the students their age. The weekend features Biblical teaching, meaningful small group time, and a ton of fun! To register your student for the retreat, go to fellowshipconway.org/fsm. Silent Auction | April 6thYouth and College Mission Teams will host a Silent Auction on Sunday, April 6th, at 4 PM. We are asking for you to participate in one of three ways. First, do you have a service, item, or experience you can donate to be auctioned off? We would love to have it. Second, we would love for you to show up and support the students and adults on the trip. Finally, if you cannot make it, please consider donating to the event. To donate an item or for any questions, please get in touch with our College Pastor, Andrew Stauffer at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org.

In this exciting episode of HODGEPOD with Rob Fredette , please listen to a captivating conversation featuring special guest Michael Bollinger. As the artistic director of the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center in Bartlett ,Tennessee. Michael shares his insights into the vibrant world of performing arts, drawing from his extensive experience spanning nearly a decade at the center and a lifetime in theater. Michael takes us on a journey through his storied career, from founding the Main Stage Theater at Lake of the Ozarks, to leading the historic Lyceum Theater in Missouri, and finally, his role at Bartlett. Listeners are treated to anecdotes about transitioning spaces into thriving theaters and his adventures in theater direction across various notable centers nationwide. The episode delves into Michael's inspiring work at BPACC ,enhancing its artistic offerings with diverse performances, introducing youth theater, and fostering a welcoming environment for artists and audiences alike. He sets the stage with the current season rich with a variety of performances ranging from music concerts to theater productions, along with the much-anticipated "Music by the Lake"  series. Michael's love for theater and commitment to artistic excellence shine through as he shares stories, challenges, and strategic improvements made at BPACC, aiming to deliver exceptional cultural experiences to the community. This episode is a must-listen for theater enthusiasts and anyone interested in the inner workings of arts administration. For tickets please go to https://www.bpacc.org Call 901-385-6440 RECORDED TUESDAY JANUARY 7, 2025. HODGEPOD can be heard on Apple, Spotify, IHEART. TuneIn, Audacy and the PODBEAN App. Please give a listen, follow and share. Thank you for listening!!

In this exciting episode of HODGEPOD with Rob Fredette , please listen to a captivating conversation featuring special guest Michael Bollinger. As the artistic director of the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center in Bartlett ,Tennessee. Michael shares his insights into the vibrant world of performing arts, drawing from his extensive experience spanning nearly a decade at the center and a lifetime in theater. Michael takes us on a journey through his storied career, from founding the Main Stage Theater at Lake of the Ozarks, to leading the historic Lyceum Theater in Missouri, and finally, his role at Bartlett. Listeners are treated to anecdotes about transitioning spaces into thriving theaters and his adventures in theater direction across various notable centers nationwide. The episode delves into Michael's inspiring work at BPACC ,enhancing its artistic offerings with diverse performances, introducing youth theater, and fostering a welcoming environment for artists and audiences alike. He sets the stage with the current season rich with a variety of performances ranging from music concerts to theater productions, along with the much-anticipated "Music by the Lake"  series. Michael's love for theater and commitment to artistic excellence shine through as he shares stories, challenges, and strategic improvements made at BPACC, aiming to deliver exceptional cultural experiences to the community. This episode is a must-listen for theater enthusiasts and anyone interested in the inner workings of arts administration. For tickets please go to https://www.bpacc.org Call 901-385-6440 RECORDED TUESDAY JANUARY 7, 2025. HODGEPOD can be heard on Apple, Spotify, IHEART. TuneIn, Audacy and the PODBEAN App. Please give a listen, follow and share. Thank you for listening!!

Lt. Colonel Barbara Rich, Divisional Leader for the Salvation Army’s North and Central Illinois Division, joins John Williams, to talk about her responsibilities with the Salvation Army, being the Camp Administrator for the Salvation Army’s Wonderland Camp & Conference Center, what the camp facilities are like, what the kids do when they attend camp, the […]

Lt. Colonel Barbara Rich, Divisional Leader for the Salvation Army’s North and Central Illinois Division, joins John Williams, to talk about her responsibilities with the Salvation Army, being the Camp Administrator for the Salvation Army’s Wonderland Camp & Conference Center, what the camp facilities are like, what the kids do when they attend camp, the […]

Lt. Colonel Barbara Rich, Divisional Leader for the Salvation Army’s North and Central Illinois Division, joins John Williams, to talk about her responsibilities with the Salvation Army, being the Camp Administrator for the Salvation Army’s Wonderland Camp & Conference Center, what the camp facilities are like, what the kids do when they attend camp, the […]

Gary Brandeis is the CEO and Co-Founder of Scholar Hotels, a hotel ownership and management group with a focus on properties close to major college and university campuses. Gary acquired his first hotel in 2006 and has since been directly involved in the hospitality business as an investor, developer, and manager. Scholar Hotels made its State College debut in March 2017, when it opened the 165-room Hyatt Place State College. Since then, the group has expanded its State College properties to include the Scholar Hotel, the Courtyard by Marriott, the Residence Inn by Marriott, The Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center, and, of course, The Nittany Lion Inn. Gary graduated from the Penn State Smeal College of Business with a degree in accounting.  In this live episode recorded in the 1855 Lounge at The Nittany Lion Inn, Gary shares how his background in accounting prepared him for the real estate industry, the details of the Inn's renovation, as well as how he thinks about and manages risk.

Co-hosts, Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows and Jerusalem Greer are joined by Linden Rayton from Living Water Nature Programs and Spencer Hatcher from the Barbara C. Harris Camp and Conference Center in New Hampshire. The topic of conversation is about their October gathering of Episcopal Outdoorswomen at the BCH Center. 

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In this special episode we will be in conversation with two leaders from Montreat Conference Center. Richard DuBose, President, and Carol Steele, VP of Programs, join us from the conference center to share how they are leading faithfully following Hurricane Helene. You can contribute to the relief effort at https://montreat.org/helene

Producer and music educator John Snyder joins us for another episode of “Notes and Narratives.” Today, he features American jazz pianist and composer Dave Brubeck. Plus, Multidisciplinary artist Shanequa Gay discusses her new exhibition, “Psalms for Black Girls,” which is on view at the Emma Darnell Aviation Museum and Conference Center through January 18, 2025.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Calling all industrial marketers! The Industrial Marketing Summit is BACK!On this week's episode, we're sharing all the details on what to expect from the second annual Industrial Marketing Summit, the go-to event tailored specifically to the challenges of marketers in the B2B manufacturing, engineering, and technical industries.Joe Sullivan, co-founder of Gorilla76, is my partner in crime! Together, our agencies are hosting the Industrial Marketing Summit, which will take place Wednesday, February 26 through Friday, February 28, 2025 in the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center at the University of Texas Austin campus.I invited Joe on the podcast this week to talk about what he's most excited about for next year's event and why we started IMS in the first place. We'll peel back the curtain on the event schedule, covering workshops, keynote sessions, panels, and roundtables. We also talk about the positive feedback we received from the 2024 event and how this marketing summit is different from other marketing conferences you could attend. TakeawaysThe Industrial Marketing Summit is designed for industrial marketers.Workshops will provide actionable insights for attendees.The event aims to build a community among industrial marketers.Sponsorships opportunities are available for companies who want to get involved.The summit will feature dual tracks of sessions: Brand & Strategy and Tactical ExcellenceThe event is inclusive for all levels of marketers.ResourcesRegister for the Industrial Marketing SummitConnect with Joe on LinkedInConnect with Wendy on LinkedIn

For some sports on the Olympic program, it's easy to understand how they evolved: Swim fast, run fast, jump high, score a goal. But sports like artistic swimming? Where did that come from? On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Vicki Valosik, author of Swimming Pretty: The Untold Story of Women in Water, who delved deep in to the world of synchronized swimming to discover its roots--and along the way, she found much more.   The book is a treasure trove of rabbit holes, from the connection Benjamin Franklin had to the sport, to water-based lifesaving techniques used by the military. Vicki dives into the lives of the sport's pioneer Annette Kellerman and movie star Esther Williams as she traces the history of the sport from its earliest days to the Olympic stage.   You can find out more about Vicki Valosik at her website. Follow her on Insta, Facebook, and X!   Also on today's episode, Zeus the horse from the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony is now at Versailles for an exhibit. In Melbourne, someone's created another statue--of infamous breaking athlete Raygun.   It's just 500 days to go until the Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympics! In other Milan-Cortina 2026 news, Poste Italliane has signed on as a sponsor, and the organizing committee announced the producers of the ceremonies and torch relay.   Plus, LA 2028 may be more of a US Games than we thought, and there's some cool legacy news out of Tokyo.   Milan-Cortina will be a regional Games, and LA 2028 may turn out to be that way too. We already know that softball and canoe slalom will be held in Oklahoma City, and now cricket may also take place outside of Southern California.   We also have updates from TKFLASTANIs: Para triathlete Grace Norman Sprinter Kenny Bednarek Sled hockey player Monica Quimby Para swimmer Olivia Chambers Race walker Evan Dunfee We'll be at the Olympin show in Atlanta on November 8-10. Stop by the Marriott Atlanta Buckhead Hotel and Conference Center and see us!   For a transcript of this episode, please visit http://flamealivepod.com.   Thank you to our ongoing contributors and patrons! This show thrives because of our listeners. Want to give back? Learn more here.   Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive!   Note: Where possible, we use affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of these links, we may earn a commission. *** Keep the Flame Alive: The Olympics and Paralympics Fan Podcast with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown. New episodes released every week and daily during the Olympics and Paralympics. Also look for our monthly Games History Moment episodes in your feed.   Support the show: http://flamealivepod.com/support Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod   Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: hhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/flamealivepod Newsletter: Sign up at https://mailchi.mp/ee507102fbf7/flamealivepod VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348      

We have an important question for you today: when you travel, do you unpack your suitcase and put things in the hotel dresser??? And speaking of traveling, the Peaches has a HOT TIP for packing clothes for lots of kids! Then: here's a sermon illustration you probably should NOT use... and an example of the world's worst Humor Sermon. Later: Put on your serious pants, because we have another important question. Can you be a homeschool parent if you think Elon Musk is smart? The internet sounds off. Finally, contact the Comedian's family to tell us how many days a retreat or conference needs to last... nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

We have an important question for you today: when you travel, do you unpack your suitcase and put things in the hotel dresser??? And speaking of traveling, the Peaches has a HOT TIP for packing clothes for lots of kids! Then: here's a sermon illustration you probably should NOT use... and an example of the world's worst Humor Sermon. Later: Put on your serious pants, because we have another important question. Can you be a homeschool parent if you think Elon Musk is smart? The internet sounds off. Finally, contact the Comedian's family to tell us how many days a retreat or conference needs to last... nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

We have an important question for you today: when you travel, do you unpack your suitcase and put things in the hotel dresser??? And speaking of traveling, the Peaches has a HOT TIP for packing clothes for lots of kids! Then: here's a sermon illustration you probably should NOT use... and an example of the world's worst Humor Sermon. Later: Put on your serious pants, because we have another important question. Can you be a homeschool parent if you think Elon Musk is smart? The internet sounds off. Finally, contact the Comedian's family to tell us how many days a retreat or conference needs to last... nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Subscriber-only episodeThis is a Vintage Selection from 2012.The Banter The Guys discuss the problematic “Scotch in a can” and come up with some amusing products of their own.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome wine and spirits expert and lecturer Steve Olson. They talk about exposing consumers to new and interesting things by contextualizing these items through story. They express their love of mezcal then pivot to discuss a serious issue facing the small producers in Mexico. Francis concludes with a funny story about mezcal.The Inside TrackThe Guys have crossed paths with Steve in the industry numerous times and always like to catch his lectures. They are of the same mind in that we need to offer the guests a wide variety of different, interesting things that they have not heard of before that enhance their meal.  “I treat my beverages in my programs as condiments. To me, my wine and my cocktails and everything else that I choose for that restaurant are the salt and pepper, the lemon, the Worcestershire, the mustard, the ketchup, whatever you want to call it. It is the condiments that help make the food taste better and make the experience even more fun,” Steve Olson on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2012BioSteven Olson has been helping to shape the beverage industry for over 40 years. Getting his start in restaurants, he's gone on to be a writer, consultant, educator, and lecturer. He earned the title of Kikisake-shi (Sake Master) from the Sake Service Institute of Japan, awarded CHEERS Magazine's Beverage Innovator of the Year, a lifetime achievement award in 2005, and was honored as Best Bar Mentor at the Spirited Awards at the 2012 Tales of the Cocktail.In March 2006 in New York City, Olson, along with four partners, Dale DeGroff, Doug Frost, MS, MW, Paul Pacult, and Dr. David Wondrich, started Beverage Alcohol Resource®, LLC (BAR®). BAR® is an independent organization whose mission is to educate, guide, and propagate responsible use of beverage alcohol products. BAR® was chosen as CHEERS Magazine Beverage Innovator of the Year 2007.InfoBeverage Alcohol Resource, LLChttps://beveragealcoholresource.com/Tequila Interchange Projecthttps://tequilainterchangeproject.org/Our SponsorsThe Heldrich Hotel & Conference Centerhttps://www.theheldrich.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Withum Accountinghttps://www.withum.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach out to The Restaurant GuysNo commercials...except for this oneTo hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguys**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390435/support

This is a Vintage Selection from 2012.The Banter The Guys discuss the problematic “Scotch in a can” and come up with some amusing products of their own.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome wine and spirits expert and lecturer Steve Olson. They talk about exposing consumers to new and interesting things by contextualizing these items through story. They express their love of mezcal then pivot to discuss a serious issue facing the small producers in Mexico. Francis concludes with a funny story about mezcal.The Inside TrackThe Guys have crossed paths with Steve in the industry numerous times and always like to catch his lectures. They are of the same mind in that we need to offer the guests a wide variety of different, interesting things that they have not heard of before that enhance their meal.  “I treat my beverages in my programs as condiments. To me, my wine and my cocktails and everything else that I choose for that restaurant are the salt and pepper, the lemon, the Worcestershire, the mustard, the ketchup, whatever you want to call it. It is the condiments that help make the food taste better and make the experience even more fun,” Steve Olson on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2012BioSteven Olson has been helping to shape the beverage industry for over 40 years. Getting his start in restaurants, he's gone on to be a writer, consultant, educator, and lecturer. He earned the title of Kikisake-shi (Sake Master) from the Sake Service Institute of Japan, awarded CHEERS Magazine's Beverage Innovator of the Year, a lifetime achievement award in 2005, and was honored as Best Bar Mentor at the Spirited Awards at the 2012 Tales of the Cocktail.In March 2006 in New York City, Olson, along with four partners, Dale DeGroff, Doug Frost, MS, MW, Paul Pacult, and Dr. David Wondrich, started Beverage Alcohol Resource®, LLC (BAR®). BAR® is an independent organization whose mission is to educate, guide, and propagate responsible use of beverage alcohol products. BAR® was chosen as CHEERS Magazine Beverage Innovator of the Year 2007.InfoBeverage Alcohol Resource, LLChttps://beveragealcoholresource.com/Tequila Interchange Projecthttps://tequilainterchangeproject.org/Our SponsorsThe Heldrich Hotel & Conference Centerhttps://www.theheldrich.com/Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/Withum Accountinghttps://www.withum.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/Reach out to The Restaurant GuysSupport the Show.To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguys**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390435/support

Subscriber-only episodeThe BanterThe Guys sound the alarm that what's in your bottle is not what it used to be and find out Francis' favorite ice cream.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys reconnect with Sother Teague about the beginning of Amor y Amaro 13 years earlier,  his multitude of establishments and his viral video last year.  Be sure to listen to find out how you can get a Super Secret Sother Cocktail! (Psst, scroll down.)The Inside TrackThe Guys met Sother through Dale DeGroff and Audrey Saunders (cocktail legends). He was generous to help them celebrate their 30th anniversary of Stage Left Steak and has attended several special events at their restaurants. They met up at Tales of the Cocktail last month for oysters.On why some love the hospitality business:“As you're making 10 (cocktails) and dealing with the bar and listening to the ticket machine rattle at you, it's a high pressure situation, but I think that there are folks like the three of us who thrive on that. I don't think I'm ever going to step away from this stuff,” Sother Teague on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024BioSother Teague worked in kitchens for 12 years and was a culinary educator. He came out of the kitchen and landed behind a couple of  bars in New York before opening Amor y Amargo in 2011. His Overthrow Hospitality Group has nearly a dozen venues such as Avant Garden and Soda Club in New York and Ubuntu in Los Angeles. In 2018 Sother was awarded Mixologist of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. Sother Teague, along with Damon Boelte, and Greg Benson have hosted The Speakeasy podcast since 2011. It won Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award for Best Podcast.InfoSother's podcastThe SpeakeasyOverthrow Hospitality Concepts (including Amor y Amargo)https://www.overthrowhospitality.com/all-venues/Sother on all platforms@creativedrunkSother's bookI'm Just Here for the Drinks: A Guide to Spirits, Drinking and More Than 100 Extraordinary Cocktails  by Sother TeagueSother's Cocktail RecipeNap Time  1.5 oz Mezcal (I used @RosaLuna for its soft smoke) .75 oz @SuzeOfficial1 Dash @BettersBitters foamer.5 oz Grapefruit Juice .5 oz lime juice .25 2:1 syrupVigorously shake with ice to chill, dilute, and aerate. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Express oils from a grapefruit twist over the top and ornament accordingly.Our SponsorsThe Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restaurant https://www.catherinelombardi.com/Reach out to The Restaurant GuysNo commercials...except for this oneTo hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguyshttps://www.restaurantguyspodcast.com/

The BanterThe Guys sound the alarm that what's in your bottle is not what it used to be and find out Francis' favorite ice cream.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys reconnect with Sother Teague about the beginning of Amor y Amaro 13 years earlier,  his multitude of establishments and his viral video last year.  Be sure to listen to find out how you can get a Super Secret Sother Cocktail! (Psst, scroll down.)The Inside TrackThe Guys met Sother through Dale DeGroff and Audrey Saunders (cocktail legends). He was generous to help them celebrate their 30th anniversary of Stage Left Steak and has attended several special events at their restaurants. They met up at Tales of the Cocktail last month for oysters.On why some love the hospitality business:“As you're making 10 (cocktails) and dealing with the bar and listening to the ticket machine rattle at you, it's a high pressure situation, but I think that there are folks like the three of us who thrive on that. I don't think I'm ever going to step away from this stuff,” Sother Teague on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024BioSother Teague worked in kitchens for 12 years and was a culinary educator. He came out of the kitchen and landed behind a couple of  bars in New York before opening Amor y Amargo in 2011. His Overthrow Hospitality Group has nearly a dozen venues such as Avant Garden and Soda Club in New York and Ubuntu in Los Angeles. In 2018 Sother was awarded Mixologist of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. Sother Teague, along with Damon Boelte, and Greg Benson have hosted The Speakeasy podcast since 2011. It won Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award for Best Podcast.InfoSother's podcastThe SpeakeasyOverthrow Hospitality Concepts (including Amor y Amargo)https://www.overthrowhospitality.com/all-venues/Sother on all platforms@creativedrunkSother's bookI'm Just Here for the Drinks: A Guide to Spirits, Drinking and More Than 100 Extraordinary Cocktails  by Sother TeagueSother's Cocktail RecipeNap Time  1.5 oz Mezcal (I used @RosaLuna for its soft smoke) .75 oz @SuzeOfficial1 Dash @BettersBitters foamer.5 oz Grapefruit Juice .5 oz lime juice .25 2:1 syrupVigorously shake with ice to chill, dilute, and aerate. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Express oils from a grapefruit twist over the top and ornament accordingly.Our SponsorsThe Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/Our PlacesStage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/Catherine Lombardi Restaurant https://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wineshop Reach out to The Restaurant GuysSupport the Show.To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguyshttps://www.restaurantguyspodcast.com/

The Banter The Guys showcase the painting Jill DeGroff created for them with their likenesses captioned “Live Work Sip Rejoice” to celebrate getting to the other side of the pandemic. They recount their adventures of taking their key staff to California to meet with winemakers and to be able to contextualize the place and the people and the wine.  The Conversation The Restaurant Guys speak with esteemed winemaker and long-time friend Paul Hobbs. Hobbs shares stories about his extensive winemaking ventures across the globe, and about the cultural challenges he faced while establishing his wineries, especially in regions with tumultuous political and economic climates. Despite those difficulties, or perhaps because of them, he continues to make outstanding wine. How does he do it? Listen now. The Inside Track The Guys met Paul in 1993 at a wine tasting. Through three decades and over 30 annual wine dinners preceded by “the most comprehensive tastings of Paul Hobbs wines anywhere”, they have developed a deep respect and friendship.  Francis:  I think it's really wild we do this every year for 32 years now we've done a Paul Hobbs wine dinner …our biggest wine dinner of the year.  Paul: I think you're being too humble, Francis. It's the biggest wine dinner in the world! Francis: I love you, man. -Paul Hobbs on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024 Bio Paul Hobbs is a world-renowned winemaker. Over his 40+ year career, Hobbs has received more than ten 100-point scores across his portfolio. Today, Hobbs is owner and vintner for seven wineries around the world: Paul Hobbs and Crossbarn (Sebastopol, California), Hillick & Hobbs (Finger Lakes, New York), Viña Cobos (Mendoza, Argentina), Crocus (Cahors, France), Yacoubian-Hobbs (Vayots Dzor, Armenia), and Alvaredos-Hobbs (Galicia, Spain) Info To get on Stage Left Steak's mailing list to be notified about the Paul Hobbs Dinner in January (bottom right “email sign up”) www.stageleftsteak.com To purchase Paul Hobbs wines https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/websearch_results.html?kw=hobbs Jill DeGroff's artwork https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/websearch_results.html?kw=degroff Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

This is a Library Selection from 2006 The Banter Francis shares about his visit to Ireland and his motorcycle trip through Austria. The Conversation The Restaurant Guys discuss the mission of Blue Hill at Stone Barns with chef Dan Barber. They dig into the philosophy and practices behind the farm including sustainable agriculture, local sourcing, and the benefits of organic and beyond-organic farming. Hear all of the benefits of using local, seasonal food, not the least of which is deliciousness.  The Inside Track The Guys admire Dan Barber's work as a top notch chef and champion of sustainable agriculture.  “When you understand who's behind it and the reasons for  the history. There's a context, for which to enjoy food, and that only increases the flavor, and as a chef, there's no seasoning, and no cooking technique that I can provide that's more appealing than, than a good story,” Dan Barber on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2006 Bio In May 2000, Barber opened Blue Hill restaurant in New York City and a few years later, Blue Hill at Stone Barns  Pocantico Hills, New York.  He received the 2006 James Beard Foundation award for Best Chef: New York City. In 2009 he won the JBF award for Outstanding Chef and was named the Top Chef in America. In the same year Time magazine named him as 100 most influential people. Info Blue Hill at Stone Barns https://www.bluehillfarm.com/ Blue Hill Manhattan https://bluehillfarm.com/family-meal The Bar at the Merchant Hotel https://www.themerchanthotel.com/bars-restaurants Schnapps by Reisetbauer https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/websearch_results.html?kw=reisetbauer Chef Barber @chefdanbarber Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

The Banter The Guys discuss the concept of some establishments “forcing” guests to “enjoy” their way. All Francis wanted was some milk in his coffee! The Conversation The Restaurant Guys catch up with comedian and podcaster Bryan Callen, whom they met when he chose their restaurant Stage Left Steak for his series “Best of, with Bryan Callen: NJ Steakhouse.” Bryan shares many of his food acquisition stories and they compare stand-up comedy to running a restaurant. See who has the harder gig. The Inside Track The Guys met Bryan when he chose to film Best of, with Bryan Callen at their restaurant Stage Left Steak. They quickly bonded over Wagyu steak and escargot. He's made a few trips back to their place where they all enjoy great food and a lot of laughs. “I miss your restaurant. I miss your steak. I miss that stone. I miss everything about that Wagyu that you sell by the ounce that tastes like chestnuts. I don't know where you get those cows. You probably have them in the back suspended on straps and you massage them with beer and feed them nothing but fluffy alfalfa from your hand,” Bryan Callen on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024 Bio Stand up comedian Bryan Callen has had comedy specials (Man Tears), roles in television (The Goldbergs, Schooled), film (The Hangover I & II, The Joker), hosted podcasts and has a YouTube channel with hundreds of videos.  Info Best of with Bryan Callen NJ Steakhouses (our show) Best Of, with Bryan Callen | Ep. 3 | New Jersey Steakhouse Bryan Callen https://bryancallen.com/ Bryan Callen on YouTube @BryanCallenComedy Bryan Callen on Instagram @bryancallen Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

The Banter The Guys share their experiences with Irish bars, including The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh in West Orange, NJ that Francis ran for a time….much to Mark's consternation! The Conversation The Restaurant Guys talk with Jack McGarry, co-founder of The Dead Rabbit in New York City. They discuss the journey of transforming the traditional Irish pub into a world-class cocktail destination through authenticity and hospitality. Tune it to hear what and where is next for Jack and The Dead Rabbit. The Inside Track The Guys have crossed paths with Jack while being hosted by him at The Dead Rabbit NYC, his visits to NJ and from industry events like Tales of the Cocktail. (You'll want to listen to the Sean Muldoon episode to hear a funny story about young Jack McGarry.) “We're here to really advance the story of contemporary Ireland.” “I'm honored to talk to you guys any time,” Jack McGarry on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024 Bio Jack McGarry is best-known as co-founder of New York's world-renowned bar The Dead Rabbit. He worked at the Bar at the  Merchant Hotel which was awarded World's Best Cocktail Bar in 2010 from Tales of the Cocktail. After moving to New York and opening The Dead Rabbit with Sean Muldoon, McGarry won International Bartender of the Year, the youngest person ever to win. Shortly after The Dead Rabbit won high praise such as Best Bar in North America for many years and Best Bar in the World 2015. He established The Irish Exit (a casual stop for travelers) in New York. McGarry opened The Dead Rabbit Austin in July 2024 and The Dead Rabbit DC is expected later in 2024. Info The Dead Rabbit https://thedeadrabbit.com/ The Irish Exit https://www.irishexit.com/ Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

This is a Library Selection from 2008 The Banter The Guys talk about a New York Times article by Michael Pollan which illuminates challenges of defining food terms and agribusiness as a whole and where we go from here. Then they reach for a cocktail.  The Conversation The Restaurant Guys chat with renowned mixologist Julie Reiner about her experience in the New York City cocktail scene from Pegu Club to Flat Iron Lounge and to her new bar, which she is about to open in Brooklyn, Clover Club. She asserts that great ingredients, skill and patience are necessary to create the high-level drinks she serves at her establishments. Listen to what has changed and what has stayed the same in the years since.  The Inside Track The Guys and Julie were mentored by Dale DeGroff and all preach the gospel of classic cocktails with fine ingredients. They Guys frequently visited Julie at Pegu Club and her own Flat Iron Lounge.  “Cocktails are hip and cool and, and everybody likes something sophisticated in a glass,” Julie Reiner on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2008 Bio A cutting-edge mixologist and club owner, Julie Reiner opened Flatiron Lounge, Clover Club, and Milady's among others. She was a judge on Netflix's Drink Masters and runs a bar training and consulting company. She was named “Mixologist of the Year” from Wine Enthusiast and accepted several honors from Tales of the Cocktail.  Info Clover Club https://www.cloverclubny.com/ NYT Article by Michael Pollan https://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/12/magazine/12policy-t.html Julie on Instagram@mixtressnyc Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

The Banter The Guys chat about acquiring local, seasonal produce which can be harvested from an urban rooftop. The Conversation The Restaurant Guys welcome their old friend and iconic bartender Julie Reiner to discuss her illustrious career as a pioneer of the craft cocktail movement. She shares about the challenges of her involvement as a judge on  Netflix's Drink Masters and what's next in the cocktail world.  The Inside Track The Guys and Julie were students of Dale DeGroff's cocktail revolution. The Guys have enjoyed Julie's company and refreshments at her bars since the aughts.  “Thank you so much for having me on. This has been a lot of fun. I always love talking to you guys,” Julie Reiner on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024 Bio A cutting-edge mixologist and club owner, Julie Reiner opened Flatiron Lounge, Clover Club, and Milady's among others. She was a judge on Netflix's Drink Masters and runs a bar training and consulting company. She was named “Mixologist of the Year” from Wine Enthusiast and accepted several honors including a "Lifetime Achievement Award" from Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.  Info Milady's  https://www.miladysnyc.com/ Clover Club https://www.cloverclubny.com/ Pathfinder Hemp NA https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/wines/The-Pathfinder-The-Pathfinder-Non-Alcoholic-Hemp-Spirit-w4281311u1 Julie's website https://juliereiner.com/ Julie on Instagram @mixtressnyc Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

The Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott are The Restaurant Guys! The Guys are returning to podcasting after a brief 10 year hiatus from their ground-breaking restaurant podcast (one of the first restaurant podcasts ever!) These two old friends are back with their classic banter, a few reminiscences, updates and plans for the future of Food, Wine and The Finer Things In Life!!! The Conversation The Restaurant Guys re-launch their podcast with the inimitable Jacques Pépin! Chef Pépin tells stories of his life journey culminating in the creation of The Jacques Pépin Foundation which provides culinary training to support the disenfranchised and boasts a tremendous cooking video library. He is a chef, teacher, painter, celebrity, philanthropist….the list goes on!  The Inside Track Mark and Francis grew up watching “Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home” and are delighted to host this culinary legend.   “That may be the purest expression of love, to cook for your grandchild, or your mother, or your grandmother, or your lover, or whoever,” Jacques Pépin on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024 Info The Jacques Pépin Foundation https://jp.foundation/  Promise Culinary School https://elijahspromise.org/promise-culinary/   Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/

This is a Library Selection from 2012 The Banter The Guys note the changes in how folks choose to ring in the New Year. As they often do, they choose to celebrate with a BANG!  The Conversation The Restaurant Guys hear the story of Sean Muldoon from the bar at the Merchant Hotel in Belfast to the soon-to-be opened The Dead Rabbit in New York City. Sean shares his vision for bartending as a vocation and the innovative concept of The Dead Rabbit. Listen to his thoughts before the revolutionary project that raised the bar for the Irish pub experience and catch a fun story about a young Jack McGarry! The Inside Track Francis had the great pleasure of meeting Sean on his many trips to the Bar at the Merchant Hotel in Belfast. They find they share a similar vision with regards to mentoring staff and excellence. Sean: I just need believers, I can do the rest. I just need people who believe. Francis: You know, we absolutely speak the same language. -On The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2012   Bio Sean Muldoon was selected to direct a visionary bar in  The Merchant Hotel in Belfast. By 2009, the Merchant had earned three Tales of the Cocktail awards, and was named “World's Best Cocktail Bar” in 2010. Muldoon moved to New York in 2013 to open The Dead Rabbit, Irish pub meets high class cocktails, with business partner Jack McGarry.  Their New York City venture garnered numerous awards from Tales of the Cocktail and 50 Best.  He plans to open Hazel and Apple in Charleston, SC later in 2024. Info Hazel and Apple (in 2024) https://www.hazelandapple.com/ The Dead Rabbit https://thedeadrabbit.com/ The Bar at the Merchant Hotel https://www.themerchanthotel.com/bars-restaurants Sean Muldoon on Instagram @seanjamesmuldoon Our Sponsors: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center https://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bank https://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accounting https://www.withum.com/ Our Places: Stage Left Steak https://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi https://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wine Shop https://www.stageleftwineshop.com/