Podcasts about Great Church

In today's episode we speak to Graham Daniels and Jonny Reid about sport. Dr Graham Daniels is General Director of Christians in Sport. A former professional footballer, he also serves as a director of Cambridge United Football Club. Graham is on the staff of St Andrew the Great Church, Cambridge, UK and an Associate of Ridley Hall Theological College, Cambridge. He is on the Board of Trustees for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Jonny Reid co-leads Town Church Bicester and is Director of Engagement at Oak Hill College. He worked for Christians in Sport for 13 years, helping sportspeople connect their sport and faith. He is married to Caroline and they have two children. Graham and Jonny have just released a book called Spiritual Gameplan. A book for anyone who enjoys sport to discover how the gospel transforms our thinking, our playing and our watching. Links: Book onto any of our upcoming zoom courses https://www.parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/upcoming-events/ Buy Spiritual Gameplan https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/spiritual-game-plan The parents section of Christians in Sport https://christiansinsport.org.uk/academy/audience/parent/ Podcast episode on Connecting with God through sport with Richard Shorter https://on.soundcloud.com/fhn173TuRyAbLrqGA Send us your questions and stories at parentingforfaith.org/podcast or email us at parentingforfaith@brf.org.uk Thank you for listening today. If you are able to contribute to the cost of producing this podcast, please click here to give a one-off or regular gift: www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

In Acts 11, we see God at work through His scattered followers, spreading the gospel beyond Jewish boundaries. As the gathered crowd in Antioch forms, God brings together a diverse community, united by faith in Jesus. Through unexpected messengers and Spirit-led moments, the early church grows—multicultural, mission-minded, and marked by grace. Scriptures: Acts 11

Fifth Sunday of Lent. Father Dave asks us to think of a person we know who no longer goes to Church. He notes how the Paulist Fathers, and all of us, are called to minister to those at the margins of our faith. Preached at St. Gregory the Great Church, San Diego, CA on 4-6-25

A cold church, a compromised church, a crushed church, and a complacent church. On Friday we began Looking for a Great Church. Of course the way people look for anything these days is by reading the reviews! Jesus reviewed seven churches in the early chapters of Revelation. And His ratings ranged from Outstanding, to Disgusting. Let's drop back into the sermon as Jim is examining the words dictated to the church in Ephesus, in Revelation 2. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS04282025_0.mp3Scripture References: Revelation 2-3

What does Jesus want your church to be? And do? First let's remember that it's the Lord's church, not ours; He is the Head of His Body - He calls the shots. So our grand visions and well-meaning objectives aren't actually relevant. We know what churches today are. Is that what they're supposed to be? To find the answer, we'll need to open the Scriptures. Christ left some guidelines for churches in the hands of His disciple, John. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS04252025_0.mp3Scripture References: Revelation 2-3

Pastor Chris shares on what makes a church a great church.

LIFE Fellowship Assimilation Director Abby Wozniak joins Pastor Dan for today's episode and discusses the components of a church's hospitality ministry and its value.

In this episode, Bobby and Khalil explore church architecture and why many modern churches seem to have lost their predecessors' intricate beauty and grandeur. Why did churches once reflect the glory of God through art, sculpture, and stained glass, and what caused this tradition to fade?___________________________________________________________________________✴️

The Presentation of the Lord. Father Dave recounts Mary and Joseph presenting Jesus in the Temple, and how they practiced their faith just like us. He also notes what we can learn from listening to women and other lesser-heard voices in the Church. Preached at St. Gregory the Great Church in San Diego, CA on 2-03-25

How to Sustain Momentum with Pastor Ryan in Episode 155 of Fly on the Wall Join Chris Sonksen as he dives into a crucial conversation on maintaining and understanding momentum in church growth with Pastor Ryan from Great Church. This episode is packed with insightful strategies and real-world experiences aimed at enhancing your leadership and sustaining growth effectively.In This Episode, You'll Discover:The Nature of Momentum: Understanding how momentum can exaggerate success and mask underlying issues.Sustaining Growth: Practical tips for keeping your church's momentum alive through celebration and showcasing life changes.Strategic Insights: How to recognize and address hidden weaknesses within your organization to avoid growth plateaus.Don't miss out on these vital lessons to empower your ministry and maintain your community's growth trajectory.

By Pastor Goddard

By Pastor Goddard

There was a time when a famous sports star giving their testimony was considered the pinnacle of evangelism. These days, there's a richer and more accessible relationship between sport and sharing the gospel. We have two guests from Christians in Sport on the podcast today, exploring the opportunities sport has for us, either as participants or observers. Dr Graham Daniels is a former professional footballer, now the General Director of Christians in Sport and a director of Cambridge United Football Club. He also holds positions at St Andrew the Great Church and Ridley Hall Theological College in Cambridge. He is married to Michelle and has three children and five grandchildren.Jonny Reid is the Director of Engagement at Oak Hill College and writes regularly for Christians in Sport. He plays cricket at Cumnor Cricket Club and is one of the leaders of Town Church Bicester.

This greatest of Christian orators is commemorated not only today, but as one of the Three Holy Hierarchs (with St Basil the Great and St Gregory the Theologian) on January 30.   He was born in Antioch to pious parents around 345. His mother was widowed at the age of twenty, and devoted herself to rearing her son in piety. He received his literary and oratorical training from the greatest pagan teachers of the day. Though an illustrious and profitable career as a secular orator was open to him, he chose instead to dedicate himself to God. He lived as a monk from 374 to 381, eventually dwelling as a hermit in a cave near Antioch. Here his extreme ascetic practices ruined his health, so that he was forced to return to Antioch, where he was ordained to the priesthood. In Antioch his astonishing gifts of preaching first showed themselves, earning him the epithet Chrysostomos, "Golden-mouth", by which he became universally known. His gifts became so far-famed that he was chosen to succeed St Nectarius as Patriarch of Constantinople. He was taken to Constantinople secretly (some say he was actually kidnapped) to avoid the opposition of the Antiochian people to losing their beloved preacher. He was made Patriarch of Constantinople in 398.   Archbishop John shone in his sermons as always, often censuring the corrupt morals and luxurious living of the nobility. For this he incurred the anger of the Empress Eudoxia, who had him exiled to Pontus in 403. The people protested by rioting, and the following night an earthquake shook the city, so frightening the Empress that she had Chrysostom called back. The reconciliation was short-lived. Saint John did not at all moderate the intensity of his sermons, and when the Empress had a silver statue of herself erected outside the Great Church in 403, accompanied by much revelry, the Patriarch spoke out against her, earning her unforgiving anger. In 404 he was exiled to Cucusus, near Armenia. When Pope Innocent of Rome interceded on his behalf, the imperial family only exiled him further, to a town called Pityus near the Caucasus. The journey was so difficult and his guards so cruel that the frail Archbishop gave up his soul to God before reaching his final place of exile, in 407. His last words were "Glory be to God for all things."   Saint John Chrysostom is the author of more written works than any other Church Father: his works include 1,447 recorded sermons, 240 epistles, and complete commentaries on Genesis, the Gospels of Matthew and John, the Acts of the Apostles, and all the Epistles of St Paul.   His repose was on September 14, but since that is the date of the Exaltation of the Cross, his commemoration has been transferred to this day.

Sunday Morning, October 27, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 4:33, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Listen now as Pastor Tyler shows us one of the greatest depictions in scripture of God's love for us and how we're called to love His people. To stay connected to what's happening at Mission Church, follow us on any of the following platforms: Instagram instagram.com/missionchurchca Podcast missionchurchca.com/watch Newsletter missionchurchca.com/updates Website missionchurchca.com

Welcome to Cori's Favorite Episodes Series! For a week or two every day, you'll be getting a rerelease of an episode that Cori feels can help someone out there if you share. So please enjoy and share!When God puts two people together (out of the blue!!) like He did with Kosie Van der Merwe and myself, you KNOW it's gonna be good!  God has used Kosie in a mighty way for years.  Let the downright REVIVAL pour into you from this gentle giant.Reach Out To Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674

Welcome to Cori's Favorite Episodes Series! For a week or two every day, you'll be getting a rerelease of an episode that Cori feels can help someone out there if you share. So please enjoy and share!Sometimes a drive home can be boring....not THIS time!  Tune in as Heather Kirton shares an amazing story of how God got her back on track in her thinking.  We can get lost in all the "good" things going on....but we need to focus on the GREAT PROVIDER....He is the One we are supposed to focus on.Reach Out To Me:Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674Book mentioned:  Tear Soup

Fr. Ryan Mann sits down with Director of Music Ministry Stephanie Baka to discuss The Big Reveal.  In 2025, St. Basil the Great Church will go through an update to refresh and renew the Church building.  This update has been covered in prayer by many, and Fr. Ryan and Stephanie discuss the changes to the Church and more about Stephanie's story.    Check Us Out Online: Website: www.basilthegreat.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8 Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify

When St John Chrysostom was exiled, the Great Church caught fire and was destroyed. Most of the people saw this as a judgment upon the City for exiling the holy Archbishop; but St John's enemies tried to blame his followers and persecuted them fiercely. Two of these loyal followers were Tigrios, a priest, and Eutropios, a reader. Tigrios had been a slave in his youth and was a eunuch; but once he was freed he had given his life selflessly to the service of the Church. The governor, Optatius, had Tigrios viciously tortured, then sent him into exile in Mesopotamia, where he died in captivity. Eutropios, another pure and holy servant of the Church, was flogged with whips and rods, then hanged. Christians carrying his body for burial heard a beautiful angelic chanting in the sky above them.

When St John Chrysostom was exiled, the Great Church caught fire and was destroyed. Most of the people saw this as a judgment upon the City for exiling the holy Archbishop; but St John's enemies tried to blame his followers and persecuted them fiercely. Two of these loyal followers were Tigrios, a priest, and Eutropios, a reader. Tigrios had been a slave in his youth and was a eunuch; but once he was freed he had given his life selflessly to the service of the Church. The governor, Optatius, had Tigrios viciously tortured, then sent him into exile in Mesopotamia, where he died in captivity. Eutropios, another pure and holy servant of the Church, was flogged with whips and rods, then hanged. Christians carrying his body for burial heard a beautiful angelic chanting in the sky above them.

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He moved as a young man to Constantinople to work as a craftsman. After the Turkish conquest of Constantinople, many Christians had denied Christ and embraced Islam. John spoke with many of these about the Faith and challenged them for their betrayal of Christ. Shamed and angered, some of them had him arrested, falsely stating that he had earlier accepted Islam and then returned to Christianity, which is punishable by death in Islamic law. He was tortured and cast into prison. When he was brought out for more torture on the day of Pascha, John came forward full of joy and singing 'Christ is risen from the dead!' To his torturers he cried, 'Do what you will to me, and send me as quickly as possible from this transient life into life eternal. I am Christ's servant; I follow Christ, and I die for Christ that I may live with Him.' He has bound in chains and taken to be burned, but when he ran joyfully into the fire, his tormentors pulled him from the flames and beheaded him instead, then threw his head and body into the fire. Christians were able to gather a few of his wonderworking relics and bury them in the Great Church in Constantinople.