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Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Look, I'm not anti-private school. You want your kid to learn in an environment that matches your beliefs? Cool. To each their own. But should your neighbors be paying for it? North Carolina is funneling half a billion dollars into private schools with almost zero oversight. 87% of new voucher money is going to families who were already paying for private school. Meanwhile, public schools are losing funding and teachers are getting paid near the bottom in the country. In this episode, I talk to a former student, a policy researcher, and a reporter who couldn't find a school that was cashing state checks. Spoiler: it took her seven addresses to track it down. Stephen Cordes — Former student at the Word of Faith Christian School in Spindale, NC Kris Nordstrom — Senior Policy Analyst, NC Justice Center Education & Law Project https://www.ncjustice.org/author/kris-nordstrom/ Blair Reeves — Executive Director, Carolina Forward https://carolinaforward.org/about/ Ann Doss Helms — Former Education Reporter, WFAE (Charlotte's NPR station). 22 years covering education in Charlotte. https://www.wfae.org/people/ann-doss-helms Kris Nordstrom's voucher discrepancy analysis (NC Justice Center) https://www.ncjustice.org/analysis-nc-private-school-voucher-program/ Ann Doss Helms' reporting on TAS Academy (WFAE): Charlotte private school had more vouchers than students: https://www.wfae.org/education/2023-06-27/charlotte-private-school-had-more-vouchers-than-students-and-wheres-the-building The elusive voucher school — some answers and lingering questions: https://www.wfae.org/education/2023-08-01/charlottes-elusive-voucher-school-some-answers-and-lingering-questions Elusive voucher school has a new address in Harrisburg: https://www.wfae.org/education/2024-03-07/elusive-voucher-school-has-a-new-address-in-harrisburg-and-students-are-there Carolina Forward https://carolinaforward.org NC Justice Center — Education & Law Project https://www.ncjustice.org PRETEND Season 3 — Word of Faith Fellowship https://www.pretendradio.org If you live in North Carolina and you have an opinion about how your tax dollars are being spent on private school vouchers, let your legislators know. They work for you. Find your NC state representative and senator: https://www.ncleg.gov/findyourlegislators Call the NC General Assembly directly: 919-733-4111 (ask to speak to your representative or senator) Public Schools First NC also has a full contact list with emails for every member of the General Assembly, including education committee members: https://publicschoolsfirstnc.org/engage/contact-elected-officials/ You don't have to live in North Carolina to care about this. If your state has a voucher program, find out where the money's going. Ask the questions nobody else is asking. Got a story idea? Hit me up: javier@pretendradio.org GuestsResources & Further ReadingMake Your Voice HeardContact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Pastors Dan & Kim Barker, Fountain Faith Fellowship Summary: “Located on Old Pueblo Road in Fountain, meet Pastors Dan & Kim Barker of Fountain Faith Fellowship and hear about pastors in southern El Paso County that unite together in prayer. Fountain Faith Fellowship Church has been a part of the community in Fountain for over 20 years. www.f3church.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
PRETEND's first live YouTube AMA, co-hosted by Patreon supporter Katie Watson. The conversation covers listener questions about the making of PRETEND, behind-the-scenes stories, and what's coming next. Highlights include: how Javier knows when a story is worth pursuing (hint: it's like fishing) and his techniques for getting interview subjects to let their guard down. He shares updates on past subjects including LaDonna and Frank Abagnale. Looking ahead to 2026: Season 25 kicks off next week with psychic stings featuring undercover Patreon supporters. Also coming: State of Corruption (North Carolina), a caught-on-camera confessional, and a Word of Faith Fellowship update—the DA supposed to try the case is now on trial himself. 00:00 Intro 02:53 Katie's Podcast Journey 04:08 The Art of Storytelling 06:09 Balancing Bias in Journalism 07:49 Building Trust with Interviewees 13:33 Balancing Podcasting and Life 14:55 Ponzi Playbook & Criminal Conduct 17:22 Scariest Interview Subjects 20:08 LaDonna Updates 26:15 Red Flags and Trust 27:37 Telepathy Tapes 30:58 The Truth in Storytelling 34:36 Interview Techniques 37:20 Biggest Challenges in Podcasting 39:14 Balancing Truth and Twists 42:37 Family Reactions 44:11 Maintaining Neutrality 45:19 Dream Project: Speed Dial 46:56 What's Coming in 2026 50:06 Proudest Series 58:35 Word of Faith Update 01:03:33 Season 25 Announcement Blind Dave (Katie's YouTube show "Only in the UK"): https://youtube.com/@blinddave88 Decoding the Unknown: https://youtube.com/@decodingtheunknown2373 The Greatest Hoax on Earth by Alan Logan: https://a.co/d/gIHDef2 ChaptersLinks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
This bonus episode features Kim, a Patreon supporter who connected with the Matthew Fenner story...but not for the reasons you might expect. Kim's been through the criminal justice system herself. She was prosecuted, sentenced, and spent two years in jail. The conversation goes to some unexpected places. Kim discusses how small-town politics can impact a case in ways that seem backward. We talk about what jail was really like, why she now advocates for criminal justice reform, how the FBI got involved with her ex-husband's January 6th case, and how Word of Faith Fellowship's political connections might reach all the way to the White House. --- This is part of a new series of listener conversations about recent episodes. Want to be part of it? Support PRETEND on Patreon or PRETEND+ on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What happens when the person responsible for prosecuting your case seems more interested in protecting your attackers? Matthew Fenner has been asking that question for eight years. After a 2017 mistrial in his assault case against Word of Faith Fellowship members, the judge ordered an immediate retrial. It never happened. Instead, DA Ted Bell granted delay after delay to the defendants while refusing to meet with Matthew, the victim. A gag order meant to last weeks stretched into years, silencing everyone involved and shielding WOFF from public scrutiny. Now Bell has suddenly scheduled the trial—during Matthew's critical medical residency interview. And when Matthew asked for a single accommodation after watching defendants receive years of them, Bell said no. Matthew's response? A legal petition alleging willful misconduct, political corruption, and conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice. He's asking the court to remove Bell from office entirely—or at minimum, remove him from this case. This episode features parts 10 and 11 of The Prophet series, followed by an in-depth analysis of Matthew's petition. Stick around for an update at the end of the episode. Listen to the entire Prophet series on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4wvQwgTDC0XPEo5rkkW2Uj?si=2a9e6c9214e64b81 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
In this episode of Built Different, Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with Dr. Tyler VanderWeele, Professor of Epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Director of the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University, a pioneering movement of research at the intersection of faith, health, meaning, and relationships. Together we explore what it truly means to flourish, how his global research initiative known as the Global Flourishing Study is reshaping our understanding of well-being across 22 countries and over 200,000 participants, and what the implications are for people-helpers, ministry leaders, and anyone committed to a faith that’s formed, instead of merely informed. We unpack his top findings, surprising insights, and practical steps you can take to cultivate flourishing in your own life and in those you serve. Find Out More About Dr. VanderWeele’s Work at Harvard: https://hfh.fas.harvard.edu/ Find Out More About the Global Flourishing Study: https://hsph.harvard.edu/research/vanderweele-group/global-flourishing-study/ Receive Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Help Today: www.christiancareconnect.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Baseball fans and church family—this one's for you! In this lively and unscripted episode, PD & P-Dubs dive into the thrilling moments of the 2025 World Series, debating key plays, clutch performances, and baseball “what-ifs” that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Then, they pivot to exciting news at Immanuel Lutheran Church: the upcoming One Church Gathering on Sunday, November 30, where all worship services unite as one family in faith. The pastors share why this special weekend matters—fellowship, worship, and connection across generations and service times. And of course, things take a humorous turn as PD tells a hilarious story involving a long walk, a trespass, and a daring crawl under a farm fence in Barrington Hills.Whether you love baseball, laughter, or faith-filled community, this episode captures the heart of PD & P-Dubs Unscripted: real stories, real faith, and real fun.
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study his by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Charis Bible Study hosted by Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
Weekly Message from Grace and Faith Fellowship
In this episode of The Unbroken Podcast, we sit down with Rick Wadholm—associate professor at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, former pastor of 22 years, and author of several insightful theological works, which you can explore at www.rick.wadholm.com. Rick shares his journey into ministry, the unexpected turns along the way, and the deep faith that continues to guide him. But we also get to nerd out—Rick's love for Lord of the Rings and Star Wars shines through, and we had a great time blending thoughtful conversation with a whole lot of fun. Thank you to our sponsors:
Cult Babes, it's finally time to discuss cult leader Jane Whaley and the Word of Faith Fellowship. Call the Hotline: 747-322-0273Buy my book: prh.com/obitchuaryMerch! Merch! Merch!: wonderyshop.com/cultliterCome see me on tour: obitchuarypodcast.com Write me: spencer@cultliter.comSpencer Henry PO Box 18149 Long Beach CA 90807 Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcast instagram.com/spencerhenryJoin our patreon: Patreon.com/cultliterCheck out my other show OBITCHUARY wherever you're listening now! Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Word_of_Faith_Fellowship#Support_for_political_candidateshttps://www.goupstate.com/story/news/1995/03/08/convicted-child-molester-at-word-of-faith-agrees-to-worship-at-another-church/29574065007/https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2017/11/13/ex-members-say-wnc-church-uses-power-lies-keep-grip-kids/857581001/https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article242307531.htmlhttps://www.wspa.com/news/brazilians-funneled-as-slaves-by-spindale-church-ex-members-say/https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2017/06/02/gay-man-says-church-members-beat-choked-him-for-hours-to-expel-homosexual-demons/https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdnc/pr/us-attorney-announces-closing-investigation-after-last-defendant-involved-unemploymenthttps://www.wspa.com/news/brazil-church-rejects-word-of-faith-abuse-claims-detailed-in-ap-stories/https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2019/09/27/word-faith-fellowship-investigation-closed-us-attorney-says/3785638002/https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/30/us/politics/trump-women-church-north-carolina.htmlhttps://apnews.com/article/nc-state-wire-north-carolina-ap-top-news-africa-latin-america-f3ce7b57d69d4194803e68a40f4c215chttp://www.charlotteobserver.com/2012/11/17/3673039/word-of-faith-fellowship-sees.htmlhttps://people.com/crime/word-of-faith-fellowship-church-cult-survivor-speaks-out/https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/people-magazine-investigates-the-word-of-faith-cultJane's Testimony | Word of Faith Fellowshiphttps://www.reddit.com/r/timesuck/comments/1385bvj/a_list_of_rules_from_a_church_cult_near_me_called/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRbfbyf4-uYhttps://abc13.com/word-of-faith-fellowship-punishment-worst-sinners-disciples/1775455/https://www.latimes.com/nation/nationnow/la-na-word-of-faith-fellowship-abuse-20170226-story.htmlhttps://wlos.com/news/local/former-world-of-faith-member-charged-with-breaking-into-ministers-homehttps://apnews.com/hub/word-of-faith-fellowshiphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9UPyWOnISohttps://www.youtube.com/@nowoff8902See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.