Podcasts about Nursery

Send us Fan MailOn Episode 95 of The Plant Movement Podcast, Keith Crouse of Howard and Son Farms returns for his second appearance on the show to share a practical, no-nonsense look at what it takes to build a nursery from the ground up.Keith balances life as a firefighter while growing Howard and Son Farms, a nursery operation focused on liner production, propagation, and continuous improvement. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on everything from greenhouse construction and irrigation management to financing growth, hiring employees, calculating plant costs, and building a nursery business that can scale.This conversation is packed with actionable advice for growers, nursery owners, landscapers, and entrepreneurs looking to understand the realities of operating a successful nursery.Topics include:

2026-06-07 Grow Where You've Been Plantedby Seth Carroll  Scripture Reference: Jeremiah 29:1-1129 This is the text of the letter that the prophet Jeremiah sent from Jerusalem to the surviving elders among the exiles and to the priests, the prophets and all the other people Nebuchadnezzar had carried into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon. 2 (This was after King Jehoiachin and the queen mother, the court officials and the leaders of Judah and Jerusalem, the skilled workers and the artisans had gone into exile from Jerusalem.) 3 He entrusted the letter to Elasah son of Shaphan and to Gemariah son of Hilkiah, whom Zedekiah king of Judah sent to King Nebuchadnezzar in Babylon. It said:4 This is what the Lord Almighty, the God of Israel, says to all those I carried into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon: 5 “Build houses and settle down; plant gardens and eat what they produce. 6 Marry and have sons and daughters; find wives for your sons and give your daughters in marriage, so that they too may have sons and daughters. Increase in number there; do not decrease. 7 Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.” 8 Yes, this is what the Lord Almighty, the God of Israel, says: “Do not let the prophets and diviners among you deceive you. Do not listen to the dreams you encourage them to have. 9 They are prophesying lies to you in my name. I have not sent them,” declares the Lord.10 This is what the Lord says: “When seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will come to you and fulfill my good promise to bring you back to this place. 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Church Office: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.

In this episode of Green Side Up, Jordan and Jason sit down with Zack Pitchford, owner of Wilcox Nursery & Landscape in Largo, Florida, to unpack his unconventional journey from high school nursery hand to retail nursery owner and landscape leader. Zack walks through his early days in environmental horticulture at UF, sweating it out on Jordan's maintenance crews, his eye‑opening internship at Valley Crest, and the multiple times he launched (and quit) Pitchford Design & Landscape before ultimately acquiring the historic Wilcox Nursery. He shares how he navigated the numbers, financing, and risk of buying a land-heavy business, rebuilt the team and hierarchy from the inside, and grew both the retail and services divisions. The conversation dives into leadership development, promoting from within, marketing strategy (Google Ads, SEO, email, and video content), and what he's seeing in today's softer design/install market. Zack also breaks down his water-conscious irrigation approach and lawn philosophy, talks about the rise of native plant demand and fine gardening maintenance, and reflects on building a business that can run without him while still serving his community and family. Connect with Zack:

John Peters, Co-Founder, Calloway's Nursery : "The Green Thumb Behind a Texas Success Story" full 543 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:29:46 +0000 puVDxMXwgVFrWO0BrlKiJ9kK6DLU8u3I business CEO Spotlight business John Peters, Co-Founder, Calloway's Nursery : "The Green Thumb Behind a Texas Success Story" David Johnson CEO Spotlight 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Business ht

Kim Schamel, medical director of the Newborn Assessment Nursery at Washington University/St. Louis Children's Hospital, walks us through newborn nursery 101! She gives pointers for the newborn physical exam, counseling strategies for safe sleep, gives us a framework for evaluating neonatal weight loss, and so much more. From the golden hour to the discharge talk and everything in between, she reminds us that when it comes to healthy babies, just feed them, love them, and don't shake them!Click here for show notes!

2026-05-31 Warning About Traditionalismby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Mark 7:1-13The Pharisees and some of the scribes gathered around Him when they had come from Jerusalem, 2 and had seen that some of His disciples were eating their bread with impure hands, that is, unwashed. 3 (For the Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they carefully wash their hands, thus observing the traditions of the elders; 4 and when they come from the market place, they do not eat unless they cleanse themselves; and there are many other things which they have received in order to observe, such as the washing of cups and pitchers and copper pots.) 5 The Pharisees and the scribes *asked Him, “Why do Your disciples not walk according to the tradition of the elders, but eat their bread with impure hands?” 6 And He said to them, “Rightly did Isaiah prophesy of you hypocrites, as it is written:‘This people honors Me with their lips,But their heart is far away from Me.7 ‘But in vain do they worship Me,Teaching as doctrines the precepts of men.'8 Neglecting the commandment of God, you hold to the tradition of men.”9 He was also saying to them, “You are experts at setting aside the commandment of God in order to keep your tradition. 10 For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother'; and, ‘He who speaks evil of father or mother, is to be put to death'; 11 but you say, ‘If a man says to his father or his mother, whatever I have that would help you is Corban (that is to say, given to God),' 12 you no longer permit him to do anything for his father or his mother; 13 thus invalidating the word of God by your tradition which you have handed down; and you do many things such as that.”Notes, outline and a summary from this sermon are made by Pocket AI and found here:This sermon serves as a warning against traditionalism—the elevation of man-made customs over divine commandment.Core ThesisTraditionalism is the maintenance of tradition specifically to resist change or as a substitute for a relationship with God. While traditions can be useful tools, traditionalism acts as a "taskmaster" that chokes the Word of God, rendering worship worthless and distancing the heart from the Creator.The Pharisaical Model: Hard-Hearted SoilPastor identifies the scribes and Pharisees as the primary examples of "hard-packed soil" from the Parable of the Sower. Their resistance to Jesus is rooted in three historical friction points:• Authority: They accused Jesus of blasphemy when he forgave sins.• Social Boundaries: They criticized his association with "sinners" and tax collectors.• Legalism: They sought to discredit him over Sabbath observations and ceremonial washing.Three Warnings Against TraditionalismTraditionalism Encourages HypocrisyAdherence to tradition allows for an outward appearance of righteousness while the heart remains distant. Pastor cites Martin Luther's observations of the Roman Church and the sale of indulgences as historical parallels where "going through the motions" replaced genuine repentance.Traditionalism Results in Worthless WorshipWorship is not validated by its age, style (Gothic vs. Contemporary), or the use of specific instruments. Pastor argues that both the "Emerging Church" (laser lights/fog) and "Ancient-Future" movements (liturgical/incense) can fall into the same trap if the focus is on the experience rather than faithfulness to Scripture.• The Goal: To be faithful, not "traditional" or "contemporary."• The Authority: Sanctification comes through Truth (the Word), not tradition.Traditionalism Elevates Man Over GodBy prioritizing the "tradition of the elders" over the commandments of God, the Pharisees effectively claimed that man's word is more authoritative than God's. Pastor highlights the practice of "Corban" (Mark 7:11) as a manipulative use of religious tradition to avoid the biblical command to honor and support one's parents.Proper Engagement with TraditionTo benefit from traditions without becoming a traditionalist, Pastor proposes two filters:• Subservience to Scripture: If a tradition opposes the Word or becomes a heavy burden, it must be dropped. The Word of God is sufficient; tradition is optional.• Prioritize the Goal: Ask why a tradition exists. If the purpose is no longer relevant (illustrated by the "cutting the ends off the ham" anecdote), the energy should be redirected toward the mission of the Great Commission.ConclusionThe Pharisees missed the presence of the Eternal Creator because they were preoccupied with an argument over hand washing. The sermon concludes with a call to hold fast to the finished work of Christ rather than the "uncomfortable traditions" of men.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Church Office: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.

Today, Caroline and Tayrn are thrilled to welcome Katie Tamony to the podcast! Katie spent a decade (2001 to 2011) as the Editor-in-Chief of Sunset Magazine, celebrating the seamless indoor-outdoor living of the West Coast. Today, she heads up marketing and trend forecasting for Monrovia, one of the country's premier plant nurseries. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, Monrovia grows over 4,000 varieties of plants—from trees and shrubs to perennials and exquisite edibles—across thousands of acres in the US. Katie joins us to discuss the fascinating world of plant breeding, the top landscape trends shaping our backyards, and why you shouldn't be afraid to aggressively prune your plants! Quick Gardening Trends & Takeaways: Patio Culture: More people are focusing their gardening efforts on patios and balconies. Instead of just the traditional "thriller, filler, spiller" container combinations, homeowners are embracing wellness and luxury by potting single, stunning statement plants with lush, broad leaves. The "Easy Sunday" Garden: Think of a Nancy Meyers movie landscape. This highly tailored look relies on the luxurious, year-round structure of traditional boxwoods paired with classic flowering shrubs like hydrangeas, roses, and camellias. This trend limits color palettes (like all white or white-and-blue) and utilizes mass plantings of a few varieties rather than a chaotic mix. The Modern Meadow: A blend of wild and refined, this trend is incredibly popular with younger homeowners. It focuses on biodiversity by mixing native grasses with pollinator-friendly perennials like salvia, lavender, and agastache to invite bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds into the yard. Exquisite Edibles: Gardeners are looking beyond basic tomatoes and berries. Thanks to clever plant breeding, people are now growing exotic fruits like kiwis and figs in colder hardiness zones, or even planting compact apple trees in patio containers. Look closely at the branching: When shopping for shrubs, check if the plant is evenly branched on all sides. Good branching indicates the plant was pruned frequently and properly cared for at the nursery, meaning it will hold its shape much better in your yard. Buy plants with tight buds: We are often dazzled by fully blooming plants at the garden center, but you will get a much longer bloom time at home if you purchase a plant that is still tightly budded (like peonies, which should be bought when the "eye" is just coming up). Don't be afraid to prune: Many gardeners are too timid, but aggressive pruning is incredibly healthy for your plants. Cutting back perennials, hydrangeas, and trees at the right time helps them return fuller and with more blooms. Dig a wider hole, not a deeper one: When planting, dig a hole that is at least twice as wide as the plant's root ball. Ensure you aren't burying the plant too deep; the soil should just cover the root ball. Mix your native dirt with soil amendments, add a slow-release fertilizer into the hole, and always finish with a top layer of mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture. What You'll Hear on This Episode: 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 03:00 Katie's background at Sunset Magazine and joining Monrovia 06:00 Monrovia's 100-year history and the only annual plant they grow 09:00 The top four landscaping trends: Patio Culture, Easy Sunday Garden, Modern Meadow, and Exquisite Edibles 15:00 The history of founder Harry Rosedale and the iconic green Monrovia pots 20:00 Why branching matters and why you shouldn't be afraid to prune 25:00 The science of plant breeding, plant hunters like Dan Hinkley, and bringing fragrance back to roses 32:00 The debate between native plants, invasives, and cultivars 43:00 Nursery shopping tips and why fall is the best time to plant large shrubs 54:00 The Nitty Gritty White Rose and using unique shrubs for your indoor cutting garden Also Mentioned in This Episode: SunBelievable Sunflower: The only annual Monrovia grows! It stays compact and bushy, making it a perfect pot filler that produces up to 1,000 blooms from spring until the first frost. Centennial Ruby Hydrangea: Monrovia's special 100th-anniversary release. It boasts a never-before-seen ruby color that ages to deep charcoal, with sturdy stems and thick leaves that hold blooms for 130 days. Nitty Gritty White Rose: A compact rose popularized by designer James Farmer, who planted masses of them in containers around his pool for a stunning, bouquet-like effect. Fatsia 'Camouflage': A beautiful statement plant with variegated foliage discovered by plant hunter Dan Hinkley. Cutting Garden Shrubs: Step outside the box for your floral arrangements by clipping from shrubs like Leucadendron, compact Crape Myrtles, or Loropetalum. Explore the Plant Finder Tool at Monrovia.com to find the perfect plants for your zip code. Follow Monrovia on social media: @monroviaplants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BIG STORY: We spoke with Sue Weston, the owner of the historic Weston Gardens & Nursery, which is being surrounded by the $10 billion data center planned by Black Mountain. We also spoke with Caleb Roberts from Downwinders at Risk and the Fort Worth Environmental Coalition of Communities to talk about the negative impacts that data centers have on the environment, our resources, and our city.SHORT STORY 1: Primary runoff election resultsWhat The Tarrant County Primary Runoffs Tell UsDemocratic primary runoffs: Jared Williams wins nomination for Tarrant commissioners raceFormer Tarrant GOP chairman Bo French wins primary runoff for state officeRacism. Patriarchy. Christian Nationalism. Power.SHORT STORY 2: Pushback to the Fort Worth WayFort Worth Inc's Top 500 Most Influential PeopleDeborah Peoples' response to Fort Worth Inc's Top 500SHORT STORY 3: Muslim school admin under attack by IslamophobesFort Worth principal reassigned over BLM, Sharia law social media postsReligious leaders, educators call for reinstatement of Muslim Fort Worth ISD principalWINS: Patrice Jones nominated as Vice Chair of the Tarrant County Democratic Party!South Fort Worth residents celebrate return of library 4 years after closureFort Worth is burning more land. More diverse plant life is the resultWelman Project continues mission to supply educators, creatives at new headquartersFort Worth African American Museum to officially open in June with joint exhibitionFort Worth receives international acclaim for film and TV production boomEsperanza prevails as FWISD renames César Chávez Elementary with Spanish word for hopeLOSSES: Fort Worth furthers discussion on possible street maintenance feeBlack Mountain buys land near Weatherford. What to knowFormer detainees report water price-gouging at the Dilley Immigration Processing CenterACTIONS:June 2 - Fort Worth City Council work session about data centersJune 3 - 817 Gather at the Table (District 6)June 5 - 14 SparkFest at Amphibian StageJune 6 - Weston Gardens Anti-Data Center RallyJune 9 - Fort Worth City Council Vote on Black Mountain Data CenterJune 11 - 20 Freedom Vibes June 27 - Trinity PrideJune 28 - 817 GatherStop the Data Center Next to Our Historic GardensStop Data Centers in Fort Worth NeighborhoodsFort Worth Data Center MoratoriumJoin the 817 Gather Discord, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

The team is live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to help you prep your backyard for a hot South Texas summer! Host Alex Escobar and experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson break down essential summer gardening strategies, including the famous 3-2-1 watering schedule for establishing new shade trees and why the resilient Mexican Sycamore is a top choice for local yards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team is live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to help you navigate a lush, post-rain South Texas summer! Host Alex Escobar and experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson offer tactical advice for controlling aggressive Cat’s Claw vines with targeted stump killers, and they explain how to prune Crepe Myrtles correctly (hint: never "top" them!) to maximize summer blooms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some things states and specialty crop stakeholders should know about this year's USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant program.

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has urged the competition watchdog to look into hidden extra charges some parents have encountered when trying to access Government-funded childcare. The Department for Education said 'too many' parents have reported being asked to pay extra to secure a place – including waiting list deposits, compulsory add-ons or additional hours to access what they are entitled to. So what impact is this having on parents? Joeli Brearley, founder of Growth Spurt and a campaigner for working parents, explains to Nuala McGovern.Young people want more age-specific protections for online spaces, according to new research from the Ada Lovelace Institute. Aged between 14 and 24, those who took part in the Nuffield Foundation's Grown up? Journeys into adulthood programme – say they want to make sure future generations are not exposed to the same online harms they have experienced. Octavia Field Reid, Associate Director of Public Participation at the Ada Lovelace Institute, joins Nuala to discuss their findings.Care for the elderly, whether in hospital, a specialised residential setting, or a person's own home, is one of our most pressing social issues. Not regularly looked at by the entertainment industry, a new play is addressing this topic. Most familiar in her role as Phyllis Crane in Call the Midwife, Linda Bassett is as an unwilling new arrival in a decidedly unglamorous care home in CARE, now on stage at the Young Vic in London. She speaks to Nuala.Maria Semple is the bestselling author of books including Where'd You Go, Bernadette, which was shortlisted for the Women's Prize. Her latest novel, Go Gentle, focuses on Adora Hazzard - a Stoic philosopher and divorcee living on New York City's Upper West Side. She has a job as a moral tutor for an old money family. She is assembling a ‘coven' of like-minded single women living on the 6th floor of the legendary Ansonia building. But then a chance encounter with a charming stranger threatens her joyfully curated life. She joins Nuala to discuss the idea of ‘invisible' women who are just getting started. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Kirsty Starkey

Grab your rain gear and join host Alex Escobar, along with horticultural experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson, broadcasting live from a wet and rainy patio at Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery! In this episode, the team dives deep into the best practices for handling South Texas' erratic weather—explaining how recent heavy rainfall impacts the local aquifer system and what it means for your soil reservoir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been 6 years since we did a nursery tour but the last 2 years, it's been a JUMBLED mess inside. My friend from LA helped me organize it so I have NO CLUE where anything is anymore! I rediscover my ABDL nursery & my non-ABDL friend helps me RE-organize the closet and clothing! Let's go! I also discover that wearing my pumpkinhead calms me down. LOL.All of Diaperpervs links are here!

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Waterless Springs2 Peter 2:1-22 Waterless Springs: 2 Peter 2:1-22 Chris Moore Message SlidesFor the bulletin in PDF form, click here.The Problem: -False Teaching that Destroys -Corrupt Living that Destroys -Sensuality -Greed -Arrogance God's Response: -God's Judgment -God's Salvation Our Response: -Be Warned and Don't Be Influenced -Feast on the Satisfying Gospel Recommended Films (found at americangospelfilm.com):American Gospel: Christ AloneAmerican Gospel: Christ CrucifiedPray for the Unreached: The Bhar in IndiaThe Bhar are a large people group in northern India, primarily working as agricultural laborers in rural communities. They follow Hindu traditions, worshiping various deities and local spirits, with little understanding of the one true Creator. Though Scripture and resources are available in their language, there are no known believers and few workers reaching them. Pray for more laborers to go, for clear gospel witness among them, and for many Bhar to come to know and follow Jesus. FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 05/10 31,610Giving For 05/17 20,967YTD Budget 1,592,308Giving 1,882,325 OVER/(UNDER) 290,017 Life Choices Since 1980, Life Choices Pregnancy Resource Center has championed the sanctity of life and the love of Jesus. Fellowship will join with Life Choices TODAY for the Change for Life drive. Grab a baby bottle on a seat around you, take it home, and fill with change or a check made out to Life Choices. Bring your bottles back Sunday, May 31. Your generosity gives women in Central Arkansas facing unplanned pregnancies a safe place for spiritual physical, and emotional support.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 Kids VBS - There's No Place Like Rome…That's why we want your kids to join us for an exciting Bible-times adventure with the Underground Church in ancient Rome! They will explore authentic Marketplace shops, visit the Apostle Paul (who's under house arrest), sneak to the cave where the Underground Church meets, take part in games, dance to lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as they discover more about the early church. Join us June 22-26, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. This is for kids currently in Kindergarten through 4th grade. Register by May 26 at ffellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Bible Study - Knowing GodJoin us for “Knowing God,” a 4 week study of The Trinity by Rebecca Carter & Heather Harrison. We'll meet Tuesday nights at 6:30pm, beginning June 2nd at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Text Shanna at 336-0332 to reserve free childcare by May 25th.Fellowship Kids Summer Volunteers We are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into summer. We are continuing our three-year journey through the Bible, and we need your help to do so. Our children are ready to learn about and worship Jesus. We have a place for everyone...Nursery, classroom leaders, hall monitors, storytellers, and special needs buddies. The summer sessions are May 31 through August 9. Contact Heather today at hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org or Ashley at aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.orgFellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 14, 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 fellowshipconway.org/register. Men's Fellowship Smoke OffNothing brings men together like BBQ! Join us for the Men's Ministry Smoke-Off on Saturday, June 20, from 5–8 PM at The Venue at Fellowship — great food, baggo, board games, and conversations that matter with men worth knowing. Want to compete? Sign up when you register. RSVP today. Register at ffellowshipconway.org/men.. 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. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.

2026-05-24 Remember His Compassionby Pastor Chris Berg Scripture Reference: Mark 6:30-5630 The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. 31 Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.”32 So they went away by themselves in a boat to a solitary place. 33 But many who saw them leaving recognized them and ran on foot from all the towns and got there ahead of them. 34 When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things.35 By this time it was late in the day, so his disciples came to him. “This is a remote place,” they said, “and it's already very late. 36 Send the people away so that they can go to the surrounding countryside and villages and buy themselves something to eat.”37 But he answered, “You give them something to eat.”They said to him, “That would take more than half a year's wages! Are we to go and spend that much on bread and give it to them to eat?”38 “How many loaves do you have?” he asked. “Go and see.”When they found out, they said, “Five—and two fish.”39 Then Jesus directed them to have all the people sit down in groups on the green grass. 40 So they sat down in groups of hundreds and fifties. 41 Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to his disciples to distribute to the people. He also divided the two fish among them all. 42 They all ate and were satisfied, 43 and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces of bread and fish. 44 The number of the men who had eaten was five thousand.45 Immediately Jesus made his disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to Bethsaida, while he dismissed the crowd. 46 After leaving them, he went up on a mountainside to pray.47 Later that night, the boat was in the middle of the lake, and he was alone on land. 48 He saw the disciples straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. Shortly before dawn he went out to them, walking on the lake. He was about to pass by them, 49 but when they saw him walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out, 50 because they all saw him and were terrified.Immediately he spoke to them and said, “Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid.” 51 Then he climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. They were completely amazed, 52 for they had not understood about the loaves; their hearts were hardened.53 When they had crossed over, they landed at Gennesaret and anchored there. 54 As soon as they got out of the boat, people recognized Jesus. 55 They ran throughout that whole region and carried the sick on mats to wherever they heard he was. 56 And wherever he went—into villages, towns or countryside—they placed the sick in the marketplaces. They begged him to let them touch even the edge of his cloak, and all who touched it were healed.Notes, outline and a summary from this sermon are made by Pocket AI and found here:Sermon Summary: The Compassionate Shepherd (Mark 6:30–56)Executive Brief This teaching examines five distinct actions of Jesus in Mark 6, arguing that they are unified by a single motivation: compassion. By analyzing these events through the lens of Old Testament typology—specifically the "Sheep and Shepherd" imagery in Ezekiel and Zechariah—the sermon establishes Jesus as the promised, singular Shepherd who provides rest, teaching, and security to his people.Key InsightsThe Five Actions:Providing a Secluded Retreat: Jesus recognizes the disciples' need to decompress after ministry, emphasizing that rest is a necessary component of mission.Teaching the Crowd: Despite seeking solitude, Jesus is moved by compassion for the people who are "sheep without a shepherd" and prioritizes their spiritual hunger.Feeding the 5,000: Jesus demonstrates his authority and identity as the promised Messiah who feeds his flock, fulfilling the covenant of peace.Calming Fear (Walking on Water): The focus is not the miracle of walking on water, but Jesus' intervention to alleviate the disciples' terror, revealing their hardened hearts and lack of understanding regarding his identity.Healing the Desperate: Jesus responds to the desperate pleas of those in Gennesaret, demonstrating his ongoing care for the physical and spiritual needs of his own.Theological Thesis: The disciples' failure to understand Jesus' authority (as seen in their astonishment at his walking on water) stems from a "hardened heart" and a failure to apply the lessons of the loaves. True biblical worldview requires active application of Scripture; without it, understanding is lost.Nuance & FrictionThe "Hard Heart" Warning: The sermon challenges the congregation to avoid the disciples' mistake of witnessing divine power without internalizing its significance. It warns that neglecting the Word of God leads to a loss of spiritual understanding.Dependence vs. Dignity: A core tension identified is the human desire for dignity over dependence. The sermon argues that true spiritual health requires acknowledging our need for the Shepherd, even when it feels undignified or desperate.The Reality of Trials: Addressing the "ain't nothing easy" nature of life, the sermon posits that trials are not evidence of abandonment but are the crucible for character, maturity, and completeness in Christ.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Church Office: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.

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Some treat Nursery leader as a calling that doesn't matter or one to be avoided but Angie Robertshaw is not one of those people. Instead, she calls serving in nursery "her thing" and takes the responsibility to teach the Lord's little ones very seriously. On this week's episode, Angie shares why she believes our service in the Church regardless of calling matters. 1:45- Finding the Gospel in New Zealand 6:20- Māori Culture and Upbringing 13:15- A Sacred Space 17:11- Special Days 27:12- Worth the Effort to Serve 35:09- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "Wherever the children are, it's a sacred space."

Betsy announces her maternity leave and reflects on childbirth experiences. She answers a listener's question about Grand Millennial style and shares shopping tips for nursery decor. The episode also covers plans for recording during her leave and introduces the podcast's YouTube channel and social media pages. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:31 Betsy's maternity leave announcement 2:23 Reflections on childbirth experiences 3:21 Listener question from Jenny in Houston 4:29 Explanation of Grand Millennial style 6:19 Shopping tips for nursery decor13:14 Additional tips for nursery shopping 14:21 Plans for recording during maternity leave 16:00 Announcement of YouTube channel and social media pages - You don't need to limit yourself to kids' stores for nursery decor; searching with specific colors and styles in mind can yield better results from a variety of sources. - Incorporating antiques from places like auctionninja.com can add unique and budget-friendly pieces to your nursery decor. - Even though Betsy is going on maternity leave, she will continue to record monthly podcasts and answer listener questions. Don't forget to subscribe for more design tips and inspiration! Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Uploft.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AffordableInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your design questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be featured on the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Premium Member⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and access the bonus episodes Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to become an interior designer with Uploft's Interior Design Academy. Get Betsy's book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠betsyhelmuth.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more about our residential interior design services, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ModernInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For our commercial interior design services, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OfficeInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/UploftIntDes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/uploft-interior-design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoy the show, please spread the word and leave a review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to S04E09 of A Friend for the Long Haul - A Long Covid Podcast. This episode is part two of my catch-up chat with Megan Wages, my second-ever podcast guest, first wave Covid long hauler, co-owner of Fancy Free Nursery in Tampa, Florida, and the guest of last week's S04E08, Running a Small Business as a Covid Long Hauler with Megan Wages. In this episode, we talk about plants! I've become a plant lady in the last 6 years, and I've noticed that my plants tend to tell me a lot about how I'm feeling. First I noticed that the downstairs ones were fine. The upstairs ones were so sad. Turns out there's a reason for that. In Part 2 of this two-part episode, we get into the actual plant content. Specifically: what should a spoonie with limited energy, unpredictable symptoms, and a complicated relationship with energy actually grow?The answer is: more than you think. Megan walks through her spoonie-approved plant list, propagation tips, why your Calathea's attitude is not your fault, and the thing fluoride in tap water does to your spider plant. She also answers listener questions live, talks about soils, orchids in wine decanters, and the surprisingly emotional experience of a plant that keeps coming back no matter how badly you've neglected it.There's also a spider plant baby giveaway. Alysia won. She lives in a basement apartment and this is probably the perfect plant. I wish I had the spoons to get to the post office and send it to her. One day, my love!!! I promise!IN THIS EPISODE:Snake plants and ZZ plants: the spoonie ride-or-diesZZ Raven: the black plant for the goth baddiesPothos propagation and the hormone tip nobody talks aboutWhy I am a self-described prop lifterThe "teats" moment (you'll know it when you hear it)Ripsalis: if spaghetti became a plantSpider plants and the fluoride problemBurgundy rubber tree, Tineke, and the fiddle leaf fig blue sky tipOrchids in wine decanters: the lab aestheticAlocasia: pretty, finicky, spider mite magnetsWhy Walmart plants are a gamble (the fish department story)LECA: the water-to-soil bridge methodYour plant's health as a mirror for your mental healthListener questions answered Spider plant baby giveaway

Discover how the local church can use nursery provision as its frontline mission — transforming communities, strengthening families, and demonstrating the Good News of Jesus through everyday excellence and presence.Pete is the Early Years Operations Manager and Nominated Individual for Elim. He is married to Adele and has pioneered Elim churches in Wales as well as leading award-winning childcare ventures.

The Parable of the TalentsMatthew 25:14-30 The Parable of the Talents Casey Goode For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. You Are Entrusted with Resources (25:14-15)Use Your Resources for the Work of God (25:16-18) Strive For Well Done…” (25:19-30) •. The Reward of Faithful Stewardship • The Consequences of Unfaithful StewardshipFinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 05/03 33,270Giving For 05/10 31,610YTD Budget 1,557,692Giving 1,861,358 OVER/(UNDER) 303,666 Life Choices Since 1980, Life Choices Pregnancy Resource Center has championed the sanctity of life and the love of Jesus. Fellowship will join with Life Choices TODAY for the Change for Life drive. Grab a baby bottle on a seat around you, take it home, and fill with change or a check made out to Life Choices. Bring your bottles back Sunday, May 31. Your generosity gives women in Central Arkansas facing unplanned pregnancies a safe place for spiritual physical, and emotional support. 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 Kids VBS - There's No Place Like Rome…That's why we want your kids to join us for an exciting Bible-times adventure with the Underground Church in ancient Rome! They will explore authentic Marketplace shops, visit the Apostle Paul (who's under house arrest), sneak to the cave where the Underground Church meets, take part in games, dance to lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as they discover more about the early church. Join us June 22-26, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. This is for kids currently in Kindergarten through 4th grade. Register by May 24 at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Bible Study - Knowing GodJoin us for “Knowing God,” a 4 week study of The Trinity by Rebecca Carter & Heather Harrison. We'll meet Tuesday nights at 6:30pm, beginning June 2nd at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Text Shanna at 336-0332 to reserve free childcare by May 25th.Fellowship Kids Summer Volunteers We are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into summer. We are continuing our three-year journey through the Bible, and we need your help to do so. Our children are ready to learn about and worship Jesus. We have a place for everyone...Nursery, classroom leaders, hall monitors, storytellers, and special needs buddies. The summer sessions are May 31 through August 9. Contact Heather today at hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org or Ashley at aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.orgFellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 14, 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 fellowshipconway.org/register. Men's fellowship Smoke OffNothing brings men together like BBQ! Join us for the Men's Ministry Smoke-Off on Saturday, June 20, from 5–8 PM at The Venue at Fellowship — great food, baggo, board games, and conversations that matter with men worth knowing. Want to compete? Sign up when you register. RSVP today. Register at ffellowshipconway.org/men. 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 please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.

2026-05-17 Why John?by Pastor Chris Berg Scripture Reference: Mark 6:14-2914 King Herod heard about this, for Jesus' name had become well known. Some were saying, “John the Baptist has been raised from the dead, and that is why miraculous powers are at work in him.”15 Others said, “He is Elijah.” And still others claimed, “He is a prophet, like one of the prophets of long ago.”16 But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has been raised from the dead!”17 For Herod himself had given orders to have John arrested, and he had him bound and put in prison. He did this because of Herodias, his brother Philip's wife, whom he had married. 18 For John had been saying to Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother's wife.” 19 So Herodias nursed a grudge against John and wanted to kill him. But she was not able to, 20 because Herod feared John and protected him, knowing him to be a righteous and holy man. When Herod heard John, he was greatly puzzled; yet he liked to listen to him.21 Finally the opportune time came. On his birthday Herod gave a banquet for his high officials and military commanders and the leading men of Galilee. 22 When the daughter of Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his dinner guests. The king said to the girl, “Ask me for anything you want, and I'll give it to you.” 23 And he promised her with an oath, “Whatever you ask I will give you, up to half my kingdom.”24 She went out and said to her mother, “What shall I ask for?” “The head of John the Baptist,” she answered.25 At once the girl hurried in to the king with the request: “I want you to give me right now the head of John the Baptist on a platter.”26 The king was greatly distressed, but because of his oaths and his dinner guests, he did not want to refuse her. 27 So he immediately sent an executioner with orders to bring John's head. The man went, beheaded John in the prison, 28 and brought back his head on a platter. He presented it to the girl, and she gave it to her mother. 29 On hearing of this, John's disciples came and took his body and laid it in a tomb.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Office Phone: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.Sermon Notes from Pocket AI:Sermon Structure OutlineI. Introduction: The Difficulty of the Text The sermon addresses Mark 6:14–29, a passage the speaker admits was initially difficult to approach. The challenge lies not in its interpretation or subject matter, but in its purpose: why did Mark include this specific parenthetical flashback about the death of John the Baptist? The thesis is established that all Scripture is "God-breathed" and profitable, meaning this passage exists to increase the believer's usefulness and maturity.II. The Identity Crisis: Who is Jesus? The narrative begins with the fame of Jesus reaching Herod Antipas. The public offers three primary theories on Jesus' identity:The Resurrected John the Baptist: Herod's personal conviction, fueled by guilt and fear.Elijah: Based on the prophecy in Malachi 4 regarding a forerunner before the Day of the Lord.A Prophet of Old: A belief that the 400-year "silent period" had ended with a new prophetic voice.III. The Flashback: The Martyrdom of John the Baptist The speaker details the "daytime TV" complexity of Herod's household. Herod had married Herodias, his half-brother Philip's wife. John the Baptist publicly rebuked this as unlawful (Leviticus 18, 20).The Conflict: Herodias harbored a grudge and wanted John dead, while Herod protected him, finding his preaching "perplexing yet fascinating."The Execution: During a drunken birthday banquet, Herodias' daughter (Salome) pleased Herod with a dance. Bound by a rash, public oath to give her "up to half the kingdom," Herod was manipulated into beheading John to save face before his guests.IV. The Theological Purpose: Why Mark Included the Story The speaker identifies three reasons for this narrative's inclusion:Foreshadowing Christ: There are direct parallels between John and Jesus. Both were feared/admired by rulers (Herod/Pilate), both were killed to appease a crowd, and both had their bodies requested by disciples for burial.Identifying the Forerunner: Jesus later confirms that John was the "Elijah" who was to come and suffer.Preparing the Church for Persecution: The original readers (likely under Nero) needed to see that righteous living often invites worldly hatred.V. Conclusion: The Choice of Soil The sermon concludes by contrasting Herod's "bad soil"—treating the Word of God as mere entertainment—with the call to entrust oneself to the "Just Judge."Key Scripture References2 Timothy 3:15-17: The foundational claim that all Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching and training in righteousness.Mark 6:14-29: The primary text detailing Herod's reaction to Jesus and the flashback to John's beheading.Leviticus 18:16 & 20:21: The moral law John used to confront Herod regarding his marriage to his brother's wife.Malachi 4:5-6: The prophecy regarding the return of Elijah.1 Peter 2:23: The model of Christ, who did not revile when reviled but entrusted Himself to God.Audience Reflection SectionThe "Herod" Trap: Are you treating spiritual teaching as "interesting" or "fascinating" without allowing it to change your life? Herod liked listening to John but remained "bad soil."The Cost of Truth: John the Baptist was beheaded for pointing out a specific sin. Are we willing to stand for the truth of God's Word even when it is socially or politically "unlawful" or unpopular?Entrusting the Judge: When facing rejection or "persecution" in daily life, do we respond with a "nasty tongue," or do we follow the example of Christ by entrusting our reputation and safety to God?Actionable TakeawaysStudy the "Difficult" Passages: Do not skip over genealogies or uncomfortable narratives in the Bible. Approach them with the conviction that they are there to "equip you for every good work."Practice "Scripture Before Screens": Align with the speaker's protocol of primary preparation through prayer and the Word to avoid being "bad soil" influenced by the world's noise.Reject Appeasement: Identify areas where you might be tempted to "save face" or appease a crowd at the expense of your convictions, as Herod did during his banquet.Endure Rejection: Expect that a life of faith will meet friction. When reviled, consciously choose not to revile in return, but to "continue entrusting" yourself to God.

The show begins with an update on Todd's DC situation, and we then jump into Todd's birthday (also Mother's Day) and the associated communication. We hop into a convo (15:30) about TV shows and whether or not we watch them, and then jump into the depths of parenthood. Midway through (45:00) we unveil the saga of the Full Dinner candy bar and my desire to taste it, just one more time, followed by a xeriscaping conversation. We close out the show bringing back a classic (68:00) with some "Dear Todd" letters...enjoy!Sponsors: ScottyJ's album, Nick's Nursery, LightLifeBPST Venmo Tip Jar: @Scott-Hoffman-1Scotty Js YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV3WWSlwDKYf7P5k4XdP3zAIG & Twitter: the_bro_pod, littleBquotesE-mail the show!: thebropodnetwork@gmail.comBuy Merch!!: thebropod.threadless.comOur Website: www.bropodnetwork.com#DietCoke#cans#beyondthepale#ToddsBDay#MothersDay#eggchat#pizza#LightLife#Jeopardy#MoRocca#parenthood#Seinfeld#FullDinner#5thAvenue#xeriscape#JasonCollins#DearTodd#podcasts#bropod#bropodnetwork

On Sunday 17 May, Steven Wells - Gardens Coordinator, Horticultural Therapist & Nurse, was joined by Greg Boldiston - Longinomus Plants; Jeremy Francis - Cloudehill Gardens and Nursery; and Chloe Foster - Horticulture educator and author.Text your gardening questions to 0488 809 855, or call 9419 0155 while we're on the air. Tune in 7:30 - 9:15am Sundays on 855 on the AM dial, 3CR Digital or stream at 3cr.org.au

This week on The Book Drop, Amy and Maggie are joined by Mick Mulhall of Mulhall's Nursery and Garden Center to dig into the details of the native Nebraska landscaping in the Omaha Central Library's City Garden. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: A Brief History of the Scottish Rite Masons in Nebraska | Saturday, May 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Central LibraryOut & About Storytime: Joslyn Castle & Gardens | Wednesday, May 20, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Joslyn Castle & GardensWriting Club | Thursday, May 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Benson BranchExplore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.Join the conversation for the next episode! What is your favorite dinosaur? Share your answers by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

Jake Hayes, Owner of Deep Roots Native Nursery, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how he started growing native plants. With over 7,000 plants in his inventory, Jake is hoping to bring more native plants to our area. Jake shares his goal of working with plants full-time, his work in habitat restoration, and more. For […]

Can Star House make a home away from home for kids? They have found a new home and Vineeta found out all about it from Chris Aerts, the President, Star House board of directors

I cannot wait to introduce fellow Farmcrunchers to home and terrace gardening experts with immediate fantastic advice for plant shopping and plant planting. Get ready to meet Joe Matera of Matera's Nursery in Ridgefield to discuss how to best plant a new tree or hardy shrubs.If you're more of a container gardener, you'll love the advice that Alan Sandberg of Closter's Victoria's Nursery has for selecting and caring for plants and trees on your terrace or patio!Backyard Chickens! Urban Farming! Really cool community gardens, backyard plots and actual farms!Experience it all from a wide range of chicken lovers, veggie enthusiasts and other creative outdoor endeavors.

Sherri Harrah is back with Anita Nelson from Nelson’s Nursery & Water Gardens in Katy, Texas to help with Yellowing tomatoes, drenching a fire ant mound, live oak trees in the 1st hour of the show from 5/9/26 as heard on SportsRadio 610 The post Yellowing Tomatoes, Fire Ants, Live Oak Trees -260509-H1 appeared first on HomeShow Garden Pros Radio.

Sherri Harrah and Anita Nelson from Nelson’s Nursery & Water Gardens talk about Orchid care, Weed control, Nutsedge in the garden, Army Worms and Yellowing tomatoes in the 2nd hour from 5/9/26 of the HomeShow Garden Pros as heard on SportsRadio 610. The post Orchids, Weed Control, Nutsedge, Army Worms, Yellowing Tomatoes -260509-H2 appeared first on HomeShow Garden Pros Radio.

Firmly Established in Apostolic Truth 2 Peter 1:12-21 Ken Wilson Firmly Established in Apostolic Truth(2 Peter 1:12-21)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesIntroduction to 2 Peter - Jim SamraThe Ministry of Peter - SwindollThe Message of 2 Peter - SwindollIntroduction to 2 Peter - Donald GuthrieThe Opponents in 2 Peter - Gene GreenDrinking from the Purest Source - SwindollBibliology Chart - WilsonIntroduction: ὑπομιμνῄσκω - The Importance of Reminders (1:12,13)Purpose(A Ready Reminder of Timeless Truth)• Pastoral Reminder: The foundation of truth must be constantly set (1:12).• A Matter of Life & Death: The priority of the truth is paramount (1:13-14).• The Proof is in the Praxis: What is true is also “The Truth” (1:15).Witness(The Truth of the Transfiguration)• Testimony: The truth is based on firsthand eyewitness testimony (1:16).• Validation: The approval of the Son came verbally from the Father (1:17).• Confirmation: Peter, James, and John heard God with their own ears (1:18).Basis(The Word of God through Prophetic Voices)• Revelation: Keep your attention on God's revelation in Scripture (1:19).• Interpretation: Understand the Scripture in context and community (1:20).• Inspiration: Scripture comes by God's control of the human authors (1:21).The believer's understanding of the transforming truth of the gospelis based on God's revelation in the inspired Scriptureand the verified testimony of firsthand witnessesduring the earthly life of Jesus.Cling to the truth with firm and life-changing confidence.“The Truth about Truth”(1 Peter 1:1-2)Revelation demands a response.There is a big difference between “truth” and “The Truth.”When you refer to something as “true” in the Christian faith, not onlydo you mean that it is true; you mean that it is binding on you. Allen Ross“The Inspiration of Scripture ”(2 Timothy 3:16-17)πᾶσα γραφὴ θεόπνευστος καὶ ὠφέλιμος,all scripture [is] God breathed and profitable,πρὸς διδασκαλίαν, πρὸς ἐλεγμόν,for teaching, for reproofπρὸς ἐπανόρθωσιν, πρὸς παιδείαν τὴν ἐν δικαιοσύνῃfor correction, for training in righteousnessἵνα ἄρτιος ᾖ ὁ τοῦ θεοῦ ἄνθρωπος,in order that complete may be the of God man,πρὸς πᾶν ἔργον ἀγαθὸν ἐξηρτισμένος.for all works good equipped.• The Nature of Scripture: God-breathed & Profitable• The Function of Function: Belief & Behavior + Teaching: Positive related to Belief - Reproof: Negative related to Behavior - Correction: Negative related to Belief + Training: Positive related to Behavior• Result: Character & Service = Adequate: Character (ἄρτιος) = Equipped: Service (ἐξαρτίζω)Indeed, Scripture is the chief meanswhich God employs to bring the ‘man of God' to maturity. John StottUPG FOCUS: The Kapu in India The Kapu are a large Hindu community in southern India, historically known as farmers and protectors, with many still engaged in agriculture today. While some have moved into business, education, and leadership, many remain in rural areas with limited access to resources. Though the Bible andgospel tools are available, only a small percentage follow Christ. Pray for a growing movement of disciples among the Kapu, for hearts to be open to the gospel, and for both their spiritual and physical needs to be met.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 04/26 20,288Giving For 05/03 33,270YTD Budget 1,523,077Giving 1,829,748 OVER/(UNDER) 306,671 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. 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 Kids VBS - There's No Place Like Rome… That's why we want your kids to join us for an exciting Bible-times adventure with the Underground Church in ancient Rome! They will explore authentic Marketplace shops, visit the Apostle Paul (who's under house arrest), sneak to the cave where the Underground Church meets, take part in games, dance to lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as they discover more about the early church. Join us June 22-26, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. This is for kids currently in Kindergarten through 4th grade. Register by May 24 at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Bible Study - KNowing God Join us for “Knowing God,” a 4 week study of The Trinity by Rebecca Carter & Heather Harrison. We'll meet Tuesday nights at 6:30pm, beginning June 2nd at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Text Shanna at 336-0332 to reserve free childcare by May 25th.Fellowship Kids Summer Volunteers We are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into summer. We are continuing our three-year journey through the Bible, and we need your help to do so. Our children are ready to learn about and worship Jesus. We have a place for everyone...Nursery, classroom leaders, hall monitors, storytellers, and special needs buddies. The summer sessions are May 31 through August 9. Contact Heather today at hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org or Ashley at aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.orgLife Choices Since 1980, Life Choices Pregnancy Resource Center has championed the sanctity of life and the love of Jesus. Fellowship will join with Life Choices next Sunday, May 17, for the Change for Life drive. Next week grab a baby bottle on a seat around you, take it home and fill with change or a check made out to Life Choices. Bring your bottles back Sunday, May 31. Your generosity gives women in Central Arkansas facing unplanned pregnancies a safe place for spiritual physical, and emotional support. Because of You, Ministry Moves Forward Thank you, Fellowship! Your generous Easter Offering of $27,000 will help purchase a van to serve our student and college ministries—and many more. This isn't just about a vehicle—it's about people, connection, and ministry in motion. It's about students getting where they need to go, building relationships, and having their lives impacted. We're grateful for your faithful giving and praise the Lord for His provision through you.Fellowship 101 We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 14, 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 fellowshipconway.org/register.

2026-05-10 Fishing Lessonsby Pastor Chris Berg Scripture Reference: Mark 6:7-137 Calling the Twelve to him, he began to send them out two by two and gave them authority over impure spirits.8 These were his instructions: “Take nothing for the journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. 9 Wear sandals but not an extra shirt. 10 Whenever you enter a house, stay there until you leave that town. 11 And if any place will not welcome you or listen to you, leave that place and shake the dust off your feet as a testimony against them.”12 They went out and preached that people should repent. 13 They drove out many demons and anointed many sick people with oil and healed them.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Office Phone: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.

The house came with one rule: don't touch the altar in the backyard.At first, it was just a feeling—something off about the place, cold spots, strange moments that didn't quite add up. Then one night, she woke to heavy footsteps moving through the house, getting closer to the bedroom.And in the reflection of the TV, she saw it.A large figure stopped at the door… then turned and walked straight toward her baby's room.When they checked, there was nothing there.But after that, it was harder to ignore the feeling that whatever had been in that house that night… hadn't just passed through.#RealGhostStories #HauntedHouse #ParanormalExperience #DarkEntity #ShadowFigure #HauntedRoom #GhostStory #TrueGhostStory #SomethingWasThere #UnexplainedPhenomena Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Partakers of the Divine Nature2 Peter 1:1-11 Partakers of the Divine Nature: 2 Peter 2:1-11 Chris Moore Message Slides For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Our Passive Role in Spiritual Growth (vv. 1-4) - Our Growth Begins with God's Initiative (vv. 1-3) - Our Growth Continues as we Hear & Believe (v. 4)Our Active Role in Spiritual Growth (vv. 5-11) - True Spiritual Growth is Comprehensive (vv. 5-7) - True Spiritual Growth is Continual (v. 8) - True Spiritual Growth is Essential (vv. 9-11)Discussion Questions1. Think about a time in your life when you experienced significant spiritual growth. What were some of the key elements that led to your growth?Our Passive Role in Spiritual Growth (2 Peter 1:1-4)2. What does it mean that God “has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” (1:3)? Does this mean we don't need any outside resources like books or other people? How would you explain this?3. One way we grow and become “partakers of the divine nature” is by hearing and believing His “precious and very great promises” (1:4). What promises has God made that encourage you most? 4. What are some practical ways we can make sure we continue believing and trusting so we keep growing in Christ? Our Active Role in Spiritual Growth (2 Peter 1:5-11)5. Peter mentions eight characteristics in vv. 5-7. We are supposed to “make every effort” to grow in these areas. In which of these areas do you need to grow?6. In v.8 we learn we should be “increasing” in these eight areas and in our spiritual growth. Are you in a season of spiritual growth right now? If not, what next steps can you take?7. Do you tend to emphasize the active role or the passive role in your spiritual growth? Which aspect needs some extra attention right now? Pray for the Unreached: The Kapu in India The Kapu are a large Hindu community in southern India, historically known as farmers and protectors, with many still engaged in agriculture today. While some have moved into business, education, and leadership, many remain in rural areas with limited access to resources. Though the Bible and gospel tools are available, only a small percentage follow Christ. Pray for a growing movement of disciples among the Kapu, for hearts to be open to the gospel, and for both their spiritual and physical needs to be met.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 04/19 40,027Giving For 04/26 20,288YTD Budget 1,488,462Giving 1,796,478 OVER/(UNDER) 308,016 Fellowship Baby DedicationFellowship is grateful to partner with parents as they dedicate their children to the Lord. On Sunday, May 10, during both services, we will set aside a special time for families to dedicate their children before the Fellowship body. If you would like to participate, please email Lisa at lgerdes@fellowshipconway.org and include your preferred service time. The dedication will take place at the beginning of each service.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 Kids VBS - There's No Place Like Rome…That's why we want your kids to join us for an exciting Bible-times adventure with the Underground Church in ancient Rome! They will explore authentic Marketplace shops, visit the Apostle Paul (who's under house arrest), sneak to the cave where the Underground Church meets, take part in games, dance to lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as they discover more about the early church. Join us June 22-26, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. This is for kids currently in Kindergarten through 4th grade. Register by May 24 at ffellowshipconway.org/register. FSM 2026 Fellowship GraduatesWe're excited to celebrate our 2026 high school seniors! If Fellowship Bible Church is your home, we'd love to honor you during our Sunday morning services on May 17 at fellowshipconway.org/register. Send five photos for the senior slideshow to Casey Goode at cgoode@fellowshipconway.org by May 1. Fellowship Women's Bible Study - Knowing GodJoin us for “Knowing God,” a 4 week study of The Trinity by Rebecca Carter & Heather Harrison. We'll meet Tuesday nights at 6:30pm, beginning June 2nd at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Text Shanna at 336-0332 to reserve free childcare by May 25th.Fellowship Kids Summer Volunteers We are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into summer. We are continuing our three-year journey through the Bible, and we need your help to do so. Our children are ready to learn about and worship Jesus. We have a place for everyone...Nursery, classroom leaders, hall monitors, storytellers, and special needs buddies. The summer sessions are May 31 through August 9. Contact Heather today at hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org or Ashley at aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.orgMission fundraiser at StobysTHANK YOU FELLOWSHIP!!! With your support (and many, many pancakes made and eaten) we were able to raise around $2,500 towards our youth/college trip to the Czech Republic. We appreciate you and your generosity!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.

2026-05-03 The Mission to an Unbelieving Worldby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Mark 6:1-131  He went away from there and came to his hometown, and his disciples followed him. 2  And on the Sabbath he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were astonished, saying,   “Where did this man get these things? What is the wisdom given to him?    How are such mighty works done by his hands? 3  Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary and brother of James and Joses and Judas and Simon?    And are not his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him. 4  And Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor, except in his hometown and among his relatives and in his own household.” 5  And he could do no mighty work there, except that he laid his hands on a few sick people and healed  them. 6  And he marveled because of their unbelief. And he went about among the villages teaching.7  And he called the twelve and began to send them out two by two, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits. 8  He charged them to take nothing for their journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in their belts— 9  but to wear sandals and not put on two tunics. 10 And he said to them, “Whenever you enter a house, stay there until you depart from there. 11 And if any place will not receive you and they will not listen to you, when you leave, shake off the dust that is on your feet as a testimony against them.” 12 So they went out and proclaimed that people should repent. 13 And they cast out many demons and anointed with oil many who were sick and healed them.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Office Phone: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.Sermon Notes from Pocket AI:Introduction: The Nature of Rejection The sermon opens with a reflection on the fear of rejection, framing it as a common human experience. Using personal anecdotes from dating and returning to one's hometown, the speaker establishes the tension between familiarity and respect. This sets the stage for examining Jesus' return to Nazareth, where he faced profound rejection from those who knew him best.Main Point I: The Rejection at Nazareth (Mark 6:1-3) Jesus returns to his hometown as a rabbi, but the locals cannot reconcile his divine authority with his ordinary upbringing. They question his wisdom and miracles, not because of a lack of evidence, but because of their familiarity with his family and his former trade as a carpenter. The speaker notes that the townspeople even used insulting innuendo regarding his lineage ("Son of Mary") to undermine his legitimacy.Main Point II: The Three Options of Christ Referencing C.S. Lewis, the speaker posits that there is no middle ground regarding Jesus. He is either a liar, a lunatic, or Lord. The people of Nazareth chose to see him as "too ordinary," effectively rejecting the Messianic claims he made in the synagogue.Main Point III: The Limitation of Unbelief (Mark 6:5-6) A critical theological point is addressed: why Jesus "could do no mighty work there." The speaker clarifies that this was not a lack of power, but a lack of volition. Jesus was morally compelled not to perform miracles for a people committed to unbelief. His rejection served as a "reality check" for his disciples, preparing them for the resistance they would face in their own missions.Conclusion: The Danger of Familiarity The sermon concludes with a warning to long-time believers. Just as the people of Nazareth were blinded by their proximity to Jesus, modern Christians risk becoming "dull" to the gospel through routine. The call is to maintain a "spiritual vitality" that grows deeper over time rather than becoming stale.Key Scripture ReferencesMark 1:15: "The time is fulfilled. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and believe in the gospel." (The central thesis of Jesus' message).Mark 6:1-6: The primary narrative of Jesus' rejection in Nazareth.Isaiah 53:2: Prophecy regarding the Messiah having "no form or majesty" or beauty that would make him stand out.Matthew 7:14: The warning that the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life.Revelation 2:4-5: The warning to the church at Ephesus regarding losing their "first love."John 8:48: An example of the religious establishment questioning Jesus' legitimacy and lineage.Audience Reflection SectionThe "Autopilot" Trap: Consider the metaphor of driving a car. Are there areas of your spiritual life where you have switched to "autopilot," losing sensitivity to the "speedometer" of Scripture and the "turn signals" of the Holy Spirit?The Burden of Results: Reflect on the idea that Jesus "failed" to convert his hometown despite a perfect presentation. How does this change your perspective on sharing your faith with friends or family who reject the message?Familiarity vs. Intimacy: Does your long-term knowledge of Christ make him seem more amazing today than he was ten years ago, or has he become "ordinary" in your eyes?Actionable TakeawaysReject Complacency: Guard against "confused faith" or satisfaction with a stagnant relationship with Christ. Commit to a deeper study of the Gospel of Mark to understand the specific "object" of faith.Shift the Focus to Witnessing: Internalize the lesson that the conclusion of someone's salvation is God's work, not the believer's. Success is defined by faithful witnessing, not the percentage of "conversions."Practice "Scripture Before Screens": Follow the discipline of grounding the day in the Word to prevent the "slow degradation" of spiritual usefulness.Prepare for Rejection: Accept that rejection is a necessary part of the "fisher of men" reality. Use it as a prompt to rely more on the Holy Spirit rather than personal charisma or persuasive ability.

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At first, it was easy to ignore—a soft sound coming through the baby monitor late at night, just enough to stand out but not enough to question. The nursery always looked the same when they checked. Still. Quiet. Exactly as it should be.It didn't happen constantly, and it didn't follow any clear pattern. Just enough that, over time, it became harder to dismiss completely. The kind of thing you notice, then explain away… until you notice it again.Nothing in the room ever matched what they were hearing.And eventually, they stopped trying to make it line up.#Paranormal #BabyMonitor #HauntedHouse #UnexplainedSounds #GhostStory #ParanormalEncounter #SomethingInTheRoom #CreepyStory #RealParanormal #UnexplainedPhenomena #HauntingsLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

At first, it was easy to ignore—a soft sound coming through the baby monitor late at night, just enough to stand out but not enough to question. The nursery always looked the same when they checked. Still. Quiet. Exactly as it should be.It didn't happen constantly, and it didn't follow any clear pattern. Just enough that, over time, it became harder to dismiss completely. The kind of thing you notice, then explain away… until you notice it again.Nothing in the room ever matched what they were hearing.And eventually, they stopped trying to make it line up.#Paranormal #BabyMonitor #HauntedHouse #UnexplainedSounds #GhostStory #ParanormalEncounter #SomethingInTheRoom #CreepyStory #RealParanormal #UnexplainedPhenomena #HauntingsLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Back in 2018, we included Retail Garden Centers Adding Floral Design Services as one of our trends to watch in the annual Slow Flowers Floral Insights and Industry Forecast. I noted the early wave of retail nurseries and garden centers opening or reviving in-house floral shops with a distinctly local emphasis.As it turns out, that's […] The post Episode 766: Adding a flower farm and floral shop to a retail nursery center with Delisa Hiel of Gardenwerks in Helena, Montana appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.

2026-04-26 Don't Fear, Only Believeby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Mark 5:21-43 21 When Jesus had again crossed over by boat to the other side of the lake, a large crowd gathered around him while he was by the lake. 22 Then one of the synagogue leaders, named Jairus, came, and when he saw Jesus, he fell at his feet. 23 He pleaded earnestly with him, “My little daughter is dying. Please come and put your hands on her so that she will be healed and live.” 24 So Jesus went with him.A large crowd followed and pressed around him. 25 And a woman was there who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years. 26 She had suffered a great deal under the care of many doctors and had spent all she had, yet instead of getting better she grew worse. 27 When she heard about Jesus, she came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak, 28 because she thought, “If I just touch his clothes, I will be healed.” 29 Immediately her bleeding stopped and she felt in her body that she was freed from her suffering.30 At once Jesus realized that power had gone out from him. He turned around in the crowd and asked, “Who touched my clothes?”31 “You see the people crowding against you,” his disciples answered, “and yet you can ask, ‘Who touched me?' ”32 But Jesus kept looking around to see who had done it. 33 Then the woman, knowing what had happened to her, came and fell at his feet and, trembling with fear, told him the whole truth. 34 He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”35 While Jesus was still speaking, some people came from the house of Jairus, the synagogue leader. “Your daughter is dead,” they said. “Why bother the teacher anymore?”36 Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, “Don't be afraid; just believe.”37 He did not let anyone follow him except Peter, James and John the brother of James. 38 When they came to the home of the synagogue leader, Jesus saw a commotion, with people crying and wailing loudly. 39 He went in and said to them, “Why all this commotion and wailing? The child is not dead but asleep.” 40 But they laughed at him.After he put them all out, he took the child's father and mother and the disciples who were with him, and went in where the child was. 41 He took her by the hand and said to her, “Talitha koum!” (which means “Little girl, I say to you, get up!”). 42 Immediately the girl stood up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). At this they were completely astonished. 43 He gave strict orders not to let anyone know about this, and told them to give her something to eat.Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Office Phone: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.AI notes from Pocket:Sermon Structure OutlineI. Introduction: The Sandwich StructureThe teaching explores Mark 5:21-43, utilizing a literary "sandwich" structure. This technique frames the story of the hemorrhaging woman within the narrative of Jairus and his dying daughter. The two accounts are inextricably linked to illustrate a singular lesson on the nature of faith versus fear.II. The Outer Layer: Jairus' DesperationJairus, a synagogue leader, approaches Jesus in a state of crisis. His daughter is at the point of death. His faith is characterized by urgency and a specific request for physical touch ("lay your hands on her"). Jesus agrees to go, but the journey is immediately interrupted.III. The Center: The Hemorrhaging WomanA woman suffering for 12 years—physically, financially, and socially—seeks healing in secret. • The Mixed Faith: She believes touching Jesus' garment is sufficient, bordering on a superstitious view of his clothing.• The Public Correction: Jesus refuses to let the healing remain private. He calls her out not to embarrass her, but to correct her "confused faith." He clarifies that it was not the garment, but her faith in Him that made her whole.IV. The Resolution: From Fear to BeliefThe delay caused by the woman leads to the news that Jairus' daughter has died. Jesus provides the core thesis of the message: "Do not fear, only believe." He enters the home, excludes the mourning crowd, and raises the girl, demonstrating absolute authority over death and timing.Key Scripture References• Mark 5:21-43: The primary text covering Jairus' daughter and the hemorrhaging woman.• Mark 1:15: The call to repent and believe the gospel.• Mark 11:22: The command to "Have faith in God," emphasizing the correct object of faith.• Hebrews 11:1: The definition of faith as the assurance of things hoped for and conviction of things not seen.Audience Reflection Section• The Object of Faith: Is your faith placed in "faith itself," or in a specific religious tradition, or is it placed squarely in the finished work of Christ?• Superstition vs. Trust: Do you treat spiritual practices as "charms" to ensure a good outcome (like the woman touching the hem), or do you trust the Person of Jesus regardless of the immediate circumstances?• The Problem of Delay: How do you respond when Jesus seems "interrupted" or delayed in answering your crisis? Can you maintain belief when the situation moves from "critical" to "too late"?Actionable Takeaways• Audit Your Traditions: Identify if any personal or church traditions have become "sacraments" or superstitions that you rely on more than Christ Himself.• Choose Faith Over Fear: In moments of crisis, consciously replace the physiological response of fear with the theological commitment to trust Jesus' timing.• Clarify the Gospel: Move beyond "platitudes" (e.g., "Jesus in your heart") to a specific understanding of the Gospel: Christ's death for sin and His resurrection as the victory over death.• Community Engagement: Note the upcoming Men's Bible Study (Romans) and the Men's Breakfast to foster grounded theological community 

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Matters Microbial #128: C. diff from Nursery to Nursing Home April 20, 2026 Today Dr. Joseph Zackular, Assistant Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss some fascinating microbiology involving the bacterium Clostridiodes difficile (also known as C. diff), which can cause disease in infants, the elderly, and the immunocompromised. Host: Mark O. Martin Guest: Joseph Zackular Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode An essay about siderophores in bacteria. The Giant Microbes "Cdiff" toy. The website of Dr. Patrick Schloss. A link to the #MattersMicrobial podcast with Dr. Schloss. An overview of Clostridioides difficile from a patient / physician perspective. A review article of research involving Clostridioides difficile. An overview on polymicrobial diseases. A wonderful opinion piece by Dr. Arturo Casadevall regarding the term "pathogen." An overview of Enterococcus in the gut microbiome. The technology of imaging mass spectrometry. An article on Stickland fermentation of amino acids among gut bacteria. Work by Dr. Zackular and colleagues discussed in this podcast, describing how FMT can be used as a treatment. Work by Dr. Zackular and colleagues discussed in this podcast, describing how different members of the host microbiome interact, and how that relates to disease. Work by Dr. Zackular and colleagues discussed in this podcast, describing the role of amino acid metabolism to changes in microbiome structure. Work by Dr. Zackular and colleagues discussed in this podcast, describing how Enterococcus can modulate the disease causing characteristics of C. difficile. An interesting paper showing that polymicrobial effects are more common than expected. An article arguing that there is no single "healthy" microbiome. A lovely primer on this topic for most nonmicrobiologists.  An overview on fecal microbiome transplants and the treatment of human disease. The website for the Center for Microbial Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. A great video by Dr. Zackular and colleagues, well worth your time. Dr. Zackular's academic website. Dr. Zackular's laboratory website. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

Tahlia was born with a complex congenital heart condition requiring three open-heart surgeries and a pacemaker. She was told early on that if she wanted children, sooner would be better than later. After conceiving through IVF, her high-risk pregnancy led to an emergency caesarean at 30 weeks, followed by an intensive 78-day NICU stay with her daughter Sunny.Tahlia's story is one of extraordinary resilience, the power of expressing breast milk as connection, and finding hope in the darkest moments. She shares candidly about the emotional toll of leaving hospital without her baby, the grief of missing ten weeks of pregnancy, and how the NICU community became her lifeline. This episode also highlights the incredible work of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, whose donated equipment - including hospital-grade breast pumps - made such a difference to Tahlia's journey.Today's episode is brought to you by iL Tutto. For a limited time, you can enjoy 20% off the Trend Collection and the rest of iL Tutto's range of Nursing Chairs, Cots, Chests and CoZee Co-Sleepers, plus many more Nursery essentials. Simply use the code ABS20 at iL Tutto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tudor royal nursery wasn't a cozy domestic space. It was a department of state, with its own hierarchy, its own politics, and sworn oaths of loyalty just to rock a cradle. This week we're going inside it: the Lady Mistress running the show, the wet nurses who gave up their families and their freedom to feed someone else's baby, the swaddling operation that occasionally involved hanging an infant on a wall, and the extraordinary lengths Henry VIII went to in order to keep his precious son Edward alive. Plus the women who made all of this work, and whom history mostly forgot to name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"In addition to the easy convenience of bathing two children together, or three children together, there are other motivations of bathing them together. Parents are less aware that there is an excitement in seeing the children naked - although convenience is what's stated first, I think other things do go into it. Through development reactions to the genital difference and nudity will change, and I believe that being aware of those changes is very useful for parents to make decisions about what they want to do in their family, about family nudity, toileting, bathing, running around naked."    Episode Description: Ilene demonstrates the many influences on mothers' engagements with their daughters which include their own remembered and forgotten pasts, cultural influences and their unique imaginations. She mentions the startling messaging in the famous movie "Gigi", "Thank heaven for little girls...so helpless and appealing, without them what would little boys do." We discuss the power of girls wishing to be like their mothers and how that at times conflicts with their wishes to also individuate from their mothers. The book demonstrates differences among new parents around the blue/pink choices for boys and girls, and she also discusses the many feelings parents have associated with family nudity. A special distinction is made between a three-year-old asking 'Do I look pretty?' vs 'Am I pretty' - each having very different meanings to the child and to her parents. We touch upon 'whining', self-stimulation, and what being a 'girly-girl' means to parents. We close with Ilene sharing with us how real her granddaughters found this work to be.   Our Guest: Ilene Lefcourt established the Sackler Lefcourt Center for Child Development in 1982. She was the Director, led the Mother-Baby-Toddler Groups, and provided Developmental Consultation to parents for over 35 years. She taught Child Psychiatry Residents and Parent-Infant Psychotherapy Trainees about her work. She has been a faculty member at the Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research since 1995. Ms. Lefcourt is currently in private practice in New York City. She is the author of  Parenting and Childhood Memories: A Psychoanalytic Approach to Reverberating Ghosts and Magic, Mother-Baby-Toddler Group Guide: A Psychodynamic Approach, When Mothers Talk: Magical Moments and Everyday Challenges, and Mothers and Daughters: The First Three Years. Visit Ilene's website: http://ilenelefcourt.com/.  Recommended Readings: 1975, Fraiberg S. Adelson E., Shapiro V., Ghosts in the Nursery, Journal of the American Academy of Child Psychiatry, 14, 387-421   1993, Lieberman, A ., The Emotional Life of the Toddler, Simon and Schuster    2005, Lieberman, A., Angels in The Nursery, Infant Mental Health Journal. Vol. 26(6)   1995, Stern, D. The Motherhood Constellation, Basic Books

When Ashley and Nick brought their newborn daughter home, the nights in the house quickly began to feel different from the days.During daylight, the place felt calm and predictable. But once the neighborhood settled into nighttime quiet, the rooms seemed larger, the hallway darker, and sleep came only in short stretches between feedings.The baby monitor helped during those long nights. From her bedside, Ashley could glance at the small screen and see the nursery clearly—the crib beneath the window, the rocking chair in the corner, everything exactly where it should be.One night, just after two in the morning, she picked up the monitor and noticed something in the room that hadn't been there before.At least… she didn't think it had been.#RealGhostStories #BabyMonitor #NurseryHaunting #ParanormalEncounter #TrueGhostStory #HauntedHouse #NighttimeHaunting #UnexplainedEvents #GhostStory #ApparitionLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

When Ashley and Nick brought their newborn daughter home, the nights in the house quickly began to feel different from the days.During daylight, the place felt calm and predictable. But once the neighborhood settled into nighttime quiet, the rooms seemed larger, the hallway darker, and sleep came only in short stretches between feedings.The baby monitor helped during those long nights. From her bedside, Ashley could glance at the small screen and see the nursery clearly—the crib beneath the window, the rocking chair in the corner, everything exactly where it should be.One night, just after two in the morning, she picked up the monitor and noticed something in the room that hadn't been there before.At least… she didn't think it had been.#RealGhostStories #BabyMonitor #NurseryHaunting #ParanormalEncounter #TrueGhostStory #HauntedHouse #NighttimeHaunting #UnexplainedEvents #GhostStory #ApparitionLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: