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In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye sit down once again with Steve Pavek, who shares powerful updates about the Hub 1 Initiative in Alaska. Through the Alaska Student Partnership, teachers are being equipped to serve in remote villages—communities facing deep challenges like domestic violence, substance abuse, and isolation. They explore how building trust and forming relationships through education is opening doors for church planting and long-term gospel impact. https://www.whatihave.org
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye as they talk with Mark Testroet, the Chaplain at both the North Dakota State Penitentiary and Missouri River Correctional Center. Hear about the transformative work happening in the lives of residents as they encounter hope and purpose through faith in Jesus. Mark emphasizes how they are seeking something real and authentic and that the most requested item is a Bible!
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye as they sit down with Noah VanVoorhis to discuss his journey of stepping out of his comfort zone to serve on Dream Teams at Evangel. Noah shares how serving in Production has provided community for him, given him opportunity to serve with his son, and opened doors to helping in Middle School Services and NextGen Summer Camps. He also talks about his role as a public school ESL teacher and how it allows him to serve students in the community learning English as a second language. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on how saying “yes” to God can transform your life and make a big church feel like family!
In this episode, we talk about a Highly Unlikely way to take the gospel to all nations. Tune in for a powerful conversation with Pastors Josh and Jenaye as Travis Gatzke shares his journey—from his time at Midwest Leadership College to his current role as Prison Outreach Coordinator. Hear stories about Alpha groups, water baptisms, and Evangel's upcoming in-person services in 2025 at the North Dakota State Penitentiary!
In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye are joined by three licensed counselors to discuss the role biblical counseling can play in supporting mental, emotional and spiritual health. They explore counseling not just as a reaction to crises, but as a proactive step for everyone—similar to regular car maintenance. The conversation highlights how faith can be integrated into the healing process, showing how the tools from counseling can be taken to the Lord. They also tackle common stigmas around counseling, encouraging listeners to overcome these misconceptions and embrace it as a valuable resource.https://www.goevangel.org/care
In this final episode of 2024, Pastors Josh and Jenaye share practical plans and rhythms to start your new year strong! They encourage listeners to reflect on the past year, not just focusing on successes, but also acknowledging and processing the challenges faced. And to ultimately ask for God's wisdom and guidance as we step into 2025 to fulfill what He has called us to do.
Pastors Josh and Jenaye continue to discuss navigating family dynamics during the holidays in Part 2 of Tension at the Table. In this episode they address the tensions that can arise when new relationships are added, such as marriages or children. Listeners are encouraged to establish boundaries and find win-win solutions for family gatherings.Tension at the Table Message:https://www.youtube.com/live/bibhJS4Sm-g
In Part 1 of Tension at the Table, Pastors Josh and Jenaye explore the challenges that often arise during family gatherings, particularly around the holidays. The conversation centers on the importance of spiritual maturity when navigating complex family dynamics, including the shifting roles between parents and adult children. Key principles and resources are shared for fostering healthy interactions within families. Book: Doing Life with Your Adult Children by Jim BurnsBook: A Matter of Time by Galen WoodwardTension at the Table Message:https://www.youtube.com/live/bibhJS4Sm-g
In Part 2 of "Highly Unlikely Holidays," Pastors Josh and Jenaye encourage listeners to create meaningful family traditions that foster gratitude and generosity, rather than getting caught up in consumerism. They highlight how to get into the Christmas spirit specificially at Evangel with special events like "Christmas at the Movies" series and Christmas Eve services. In closing they touch on the importance of rest and intentionality, and why Evangel will have a Sabbath Sunday to end the year.
In this episode of "Highly Unlikely Holidays," Pastors Josh and Jenaye emphasize the importance of prioritizing peace and generosity during the busy holiday season. They share personal experiences of balancing family commitments, financial planning, and the challenge of maintaining a Christ-centered focus amidst cultural pressures. Listeners are encouraged to evaluate their holiday practices to ensure they align with the values of love and community, rather than commercialization and stress.
In this episode Pastors Josh and Jenaye engage in a fun conversation about asking meaningful questions to deepen connections with loved ones. They share insights into their communication styles, particularly how they support each other during overwhelming times, and the importance of understanding what each partner needs. They conclude by encouraging listeners to foster intentionality in relationships through thought-provoking questions.
In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye engage in light-hearted conversation starters to share more about themselves while discussing relevant topics. They emphasize the importance of curiosity in relationships, highlighting how asking good questions can deepen connections. Both share their personal insights on household management, parenting, and navigating daily challenges within their marriage. They encouraging listeners to use similar conversation starters to enhance their own relationships.
Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Holly and Dillon Wilson. Holly (also known as Hollyn) and Dillon share stories about playing college football, competing on "American Idol", leading a young adult ministry, walking away from a successful music career, meeting and getting married in only three months, and allowing God to use their creative talents and honest art to share Jesus with the world.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye in a special episode about prayer and fasting as Evangel prepares for 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting starting on August 1. Listen in as they talk about the practical and spiritual principles and benefits of incorporating regular prayer and fasting as part of following Jesus. Visit goevangel.org/media to find Pastor Josh's message about prayer and fasting.Visit ultimatedanielfast.com to find Daniel Fast information and resources.
Jordy Nuñez grew up in Miami before moving to the midwest, meeting his wife, and joining staff at Trinity Bible College in Ellendale, ND. Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye and listen in as Jordy shares the story of how he and his family felt God calling them to share the love and hope of Jesus in Estonia by starting a coffee shop.For more information or to contact Jordy, visit https://linktr.ee/nuneznomads.
This episode of Highly Unlikely is the second part of a live recording from Evangel's MDWK event and features an extended and in-depth teaching of the Old Testament. Pastors Josh and Jenaye, Nate Chapman, Dylan Werner, and Davion Logan-Brown talk through how the Old Testament tells the story of our wandering and God's redemption plan through Jesus. This video from BibleProject was used to open MDWK: https://youtu.be/ALsluAKBZ-c?si=B5ECrwhzqNtW3zG5 Use this link to view the MDWK handout: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5f/cb/c0/5fcbc02a8b3694c6fb9637055055ea30.png
This episode of Highly Unlikely was recorded live at Evangel's MDWK event and features an extended and in-depth teaching of the Old Testament. Pastors Josh and Jenaye, Nate Chapman, Dylan Werner, and Davion Logan-Brown talk through how the Old Testament tells the story of our wandering and God's redemption plan through Jesus. This video from BibleProject was used to open MDWK: https://youtu.be/ALsluAKBZ-c?si=B5ECrwhzqNtW3zG5 Use this link to view the MDWK handout: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5f/cb/c0/5fcbc02a8b3694c6fb9637055055ea30.png
Tabi Deraas joins Pastors Josh and Jenaye in today's episode. Tabi is a nurse who started Parking Lot Prayer Warriors during the height of the COVID pandemic. Listen in as Tabi shares more about that experience, her own personal faith journey of seeking physical healing, and how she experienced beauty through the waiting.
Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye share some of the joys and challenges of working together! In this episode, they also talk more in depth about the difference between their two roles (Lead Pastor and Co-Lead Pastor) and the role of women in ministry.* *For more information about Evangel's beliefs on this subject, check out this message from Pastor Josh: https://www.youtube.com/live/PUZS3_CCMoQ?si=e_GZIbiBw80viHbD
In this very special episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye are interviewed by guest host (and good friend!), Jordan Pope. Listen in as Jordan asks questions about how the Skjoldals ended up leading Evangel, life experiences that helped prepare them for these roles, who is speaking into their lives, and more.
This episode of Highly Unlikely was recorded live at Unique Conference 2023 and features a panel discussion with Pastors Josh and Jenaye, Pastor Alisha Weston, Susie Larson, Hollyn, and Liz Turner. This lively group shares honest wisdom, insight, and expereience in response to a wide variety of questions submitted by conference attenders. ADULT CONTENT: Please note that some material may not be suitable for children.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye for an open conversation and listen in as they share some of their personal convictions in areas that don't necessarily have "right" or "wrong" answers that apply the same to everyone. This episode covers topics like physical boundaries in dating, friendships with the opposite sex, and alcohol.
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Dr. Jeff Rundio joins Pastors Josh and Jenaye in today's episode. Jeff is an ER doctor and serves on the board of Evangel. Listen in as Jeff talks about how his personal experience with Jesus changed how he views his patients, his family, and his purpose in life.
In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk about why the people we surround ourselves with really matter and how our communities can influence our thinking, our decisions, and our faith. Listen in as they discuss the importance of developing authentic relationships with people who will encourage and challenge us as we follow Jesus.
Pastors Josh and Jenaye are kicking off a new rhythm for the Highly Unlikely podcast! Today's episode is a continuation and a deeper dive of the Q&A from the last episode. Pastors Josh and Jenaye respond to questions from listeners about boundaries and relationships with things like social media, finances, building healthy community, food and body image, and unhealthy family members.
With the holidays (and family time!) coming up, Pastors Josh and Jenaye welcome Pastor Alisha Weston to talk through some questions from listeners about boundaries. Pastor Alisha has a Master's in Professional Counseling and talks through how to have healthy boundaries with loved ones who have different values and beliefs, enmeshment in relationships with family members and friends, and triangulation.
Galen Woodward is a husband, father, grandfather, and pastor who authored the book "A Matter of Time: Positioning Your Children to Change Their World One Moment at a Time" and has over 40 years of ministry experience. Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with him about the various stages of parenting, the importance of being intentional, how to have healthy relationships with your adult children, and how to navigate family tensions that can come up during the holidays.
After being married for 38 years, Mark and Kitty Burke faced a brokeneness in their marriage that they were afraid could never mend. In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye visit with Mark and Kitty about how they worked through the shame and condemnation of sexual addiction, found true freedom, learned to trust again, and experienced forgiveness and restoration in their individual lives and in their family.
Paul Hurckman joins a conversation with Pastors Josh and Jenaye about the journey of foster care to adoption. Paul lives in north Minneapolis, is the father of a multi-racial family with two biological children and three adopted children, and is the Executive Director of Venture. Listen in as Paul talks about the importance of gaining a biblical understanding of justice, displaying grace and compassion towards one another, and being willing to enter into uncomfortable emotional spaces. For more information about Venture visit www.venture.org.
In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Bob and Lorie Pope and their son, Jordan Pope. Bob and Lorie started Nexus Innovations, a high level strategic consulting company, and Jordan joined the famiy business a few year later. Listen in as the Popes talk through what it takes to build a healthy team culture and keep family relationships healthy while working together.
Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Kitty Burke about her journey to develop a deeper longing and a more intentional time with the Lord. Kitty is a wife, mother, and grandmother who has walked with the Lord for many years and through many trials. In this episode, Kitty shares about how she is learning to slow down, abide with the Lord, and keep her eyes and heart fixed on Jesus.
Andrew and Carmen Banta are seasoned leaders of "Financial Peace University" and have an incredible personal story regarding finances and debt. In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Andrew and Carmen about how to have a heathy relationship with money and finances.
Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye go in-depth about the complexities of dating and how to navigate the dating process in a way that honors Jesus. This episode is a deep-dive continuation from "The Family Handbook (That You Never Received)" series.
Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye go in-depth about how to have healthy confict and repair ruptures in relationships. This episode is a deep-dive continuation from the message they preached in "The Family Handbook (That You Never Received)" series. If you missed that message, listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gIlXyQ6sFk&t=2469s
Highly Unlikely is back for Season 4! Join us as Pastors Josh and Jenaye kick off this new season and share some of the heart and vision behind this season's themes and give a sneak peek into the upcoming conversations. We're so glad you're here!
Listen in on this extra-fun and authentic conversation between Pastors Josh and Jenaye as they review some of their favorite episodes from Season 3 and give a sneak peek for what's ahead in Season 4 of Highly Unlikely with Josh and Jenaye.
In this very special episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Ruby Paul about how she and her late husband, Tom, stayed faithful to Jesus and to each other through an MS diagnosis very early in their 37-year marriage. Ruby shares honestly and beautifully about their journey of trusting, surrendering, and hoping in the Lord through the many changes with her husband's physical health and with her 30-year career at Evangel.
Before joining the army and moving to the Middle East, Tyler Aman lived a typical "Christian" life in North Dakota. After a powerful personal experience with Jesus, learning to play guitar in a concrete room in Iraq, and sharing Jesus with impoverished migrant workers in labor camps through a ministry called "Nomads", Tyler felt God calling him back to North Dakota. Listen in as Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Tyler about how his experience with Jesus transformed his life and his plans.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye as they talk with Jared Hineman, Executive Director of One More One Less, an organization that works to provide grants and create a support community for families that are in the process of adopting. Listen in to learn more about the importance of caring for the most vulnerable and to hear about some exciting changes ahead!
Before starting Hip Hope & Hope, Michael Bloom (aka the "Donut Cop") served as an officer with the Fargo Police Department and developed a deep passion for incarcerated youth. In this episode, Michael talks with Pastors Josh and Jenaye about how that passion led him to leave his career in law enforcement and start an organization whose mission is to bring the gospel and community resources to incarcerated people. For more info or to give, visit Hiphopandhopetours.com.
It all started when Steve Pavek went on a week-long missions trip to Alaska and "got t-boned by God in an intersection of life." Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye as they hear Steve's story about a close encounter with a killer whale, an exciting project coming up in an Alaskan hub village, and what he and his team are doing to help bring the love and hope of Jesus to the most remote areas of Alaska.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye as they talk with Brian Jackson, founder of Mighty Missouri Coffee Company. Listen in as Brian shares about some of the risks he took in starting a business, building a brand, and how he dealt with the disappointment and frustrations that often come with chasing a dream.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye for Part 2 of another Highly Unlikely Q + A episode! Answering a wide variety of questions from podcast listeners and social media followers, the Skjoldals dive into topics ranging from sentimental smells and favorite songs from their youth to finding godly community and seeing miracles. Tune in for a fun (and educational!) episode.
Bob Upgren is the founder and director of Cross Training, an organization that helps athletes find success in both their sports and faith life. In this episode, Pastors Josh and Jenaye talk with Bob about turning everyday events into opportunities for ministry and helping young adults live a life of obedience to Jesus.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye for another Highly Unlikely Q + A episode! Answering a wide variety of questions from podcast listeners and social media followers, the Skjoldals dive into topics ranging from sentimental smells and favorite songs from their youth to finding godly community and seeing miracles. Tune in for a fun (and educational!) episode.
Pastor Dianne Freitag is the Senior Adults Pastor at Evangel and has a rich history of following Jesus. Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye in a conversation with Pastor Dianne as she shares God's purpose in everything from learning how to use a computer to baking banana bread.
Before taking over as the Lead Pastor of Northview Church, Dave Leedahl had a successful medical career as the Director of Pharmacy at Sanford Health in Fargo, ND. Listen in with Pastors Josh and Jenaye as Dave shares his story of hearing God's call and following His leading into full-time ministry.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye for an honest and vulnerable conversation with Naomi Damschen about trusting God's goodness and living a fulfilling life in singleness. This episode covers some of the unique hurts, joys, and challenges of being single and offers hope that living single can be beautiful.
Join Pastors Josh and Jenaye for a compelling and thought-provoking conversation with Paul Hurckman, Director of Venture. Venture works to address the world's greatest injustices, including human trafficking, refugee crises, and extreme poverty. For more information about Venture, visit venture.org. SENSITIVE CONTENT: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences.