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Preacher: Jerry Fernandes Gracenet Community Church
In this episode, we explore the rich theology, history, poetry, and music of the classic hymn "The Church's One Foundation" by S. J. Stone.Whether you're a musician, theologian, or just someone hungry to learn, this episode invites you to see how deep truth and beautiful art can come together in worship.
"If you love cats, you should be concerned about trying to help bring those numbers down so animals don't suffer because this is why we do this. We don't want animals suffering, having unwanted litters of cats and having to have them suffer." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and 6 Degrees of Cats. In this powerful episode, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Cathy Bissell, founder of Bissell Pet Foundation, who has revolutionized animal welfare through innovative programs reaching over 6,000 shelters across 49 states. From her unexpected entry into animal welfare during Hurricane Katrina to creating the nation's largest funded adoption event, Cathy's journey demonstrates how strategic thinking and passionate commitment can create systemic change. Her foundation has impacted nearly one million pets since 2011, but it's her latest initiative that's truly disrupting the industry. Cathy shares the incredible success of her groundbreaking "Fix the Future" program, launched in 2023 to address the veterinary care access crisis. In just under 18 months, this free spay/neuter initiative has sterilized 138,000 animals across 27 states, with an astounding 86,963 of those being cats. Through a network of 385 high-volume, high-quality relief veterinarians, the program is tackling overpopulation at its source while keeping costs remarkably low at just $35 per surgery. Cathy discusses the challenges of scaling this model, the importance of treating every animal that comes through their doors, and why she believes this "disruptor program" is essential for breaking down cost barriers that prevent people from accessing veterinary care. Whether you're working in a small grassroots rescue or leading a major shelter, this episode provides invaluable insights into creating sustainable, scalable solutions that address root causes rather than just symptoms. Cathy's emphasis on collaboration, her honest discussion about learning from mistakes (including a powerful story about declawing), and her practical advice for getting started at any age will inspire listeners to think bigger about their impact and consider how they can contribute to solving the access to care crisis in their own communities. Press play now for: Cathy's unexpected journey from Hurricane Katrina volunteer to founding a major animal welfare foundation The evolution from disaster response to adoption events to addressing systemic access to care challenges Incredible statistics: 138,000 spay/neuter surgeries in 18 months with 86,963 cats across 27 states How the Fix the Future program operates with 385 relief veterinarians at just $35 per surgery The power of MASH-style clinics and why community cat advocates should consider creating their own Why Michigan serves as a prime example with 3,000 cats out of 4,000 total surgeries at their clinic The importance of spaying/neutering before adoption and addressing kittens under six months How veterinary school limitations (graduating with only 1-3 spay/neuter surgeries) impact private practice capacity Cathy's honest story about learning from the declawing controversy and how it changed her foundation's policies Practical advice for getting involved at any age and making a difference beyond just donating money The role of Empty the Shelters adoption events in supporting shelter operations nationwide Why every animal deserves vaccination and ear-tipping as part of comprehensive TNR programs Resources mentioned: Bissell Pet Foundation website (https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/) Empty the Shelters adoption events (https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/programs/empty-the-shelters/) Fix the Future spay/neuter initiative (https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/programs/fix-the-future/) Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine (https://www.vetmed.msstate.edu/) MSU shelter medicine program details (https://www.vetmed.msstate.edu/about/points-of-pride) United Spay Alliance website (https://www.unitedspayalliance.org/) United Spay Alliance wet lab training programs (https://www.unitedspayalliance.org/hqhvsn-wet-labs/) BISSELL Pet Foundation grant information (https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/grant-information/) Operation Fix the Future clinics (https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/operation-fix-the-future/) BISSELL Pet Foundation Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/bissellpets/) Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies623) Six Degrees of Cats (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/6-degrees-of-cats/id1669849217) Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. 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Interviews with pioneers in business and social impact - Business Fights Poverty Spotlight
If you are looking for a bit of purpose-led leadership inspiration and personal development – take a listen. Sustainability and social impact leader Nyika Brain, joins the Social Impact Pioneers podcast to share her experiences in global supply chains, delivering impact through business and explains why resilience is the new social impact and could be the way to navigate CSR and ESG challenges. Born in Malawi and shaped by her experiences across the Global South, Nyika offers a unique, real-world perspective on how business can — and must — be a force for good. From leading ESG at MM Flowers (a major supplier to UK retailers like M&S) to strategic roles at the bank Barclays and the supermarket Waitrose, she brings deep insights into how to embed impact into core business strategy. Nyika is a trustee of The One Foundation and John Lewis Partnership Foundation, and a key voice in the Business Fights Poverty Global Expert Network. Her philosophy? “Social risk is business risk. Managing this risk builds resilience – it's fundamental to core business and social impact.” In this episode, we explore:
From Pastor David Peck | From the sermon series Manifold Wisdom On Display
The Church's One Foundation June 15, 2025 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/
Thank you to Ed, Amy, Geoff, Jonathan, Toluwani, and Don for being part of the service. Happy birthday this week to Helene, Jonathan, Kristin, and Gloria. Happy anniversary to Sherry & Ernie. Songs from this service: We Bow Down - https://youtu.be/uySRBuWGmLU -- Highest Place - https://youtu.be/FPX1WI3RQZw -- Above All - https://youtu.be/-wEZFdngUoo -- Goodness Of God - https://youtu.be/ZUPwC3AEQOs -- God's Story - Ephesians - https://youtu.be/IdnZJ88PzWw -- The Church's One Foundation - https://youtu.be/rq1r9mQEZPA -- Good Good Father - https://youtu.be/ibbsFuX_eHg -- Battle Belongs - https://youtu.be/knSBmQgTWIw Scriptures from this service: Reading - Ephesians 4:1-6. Sermon: Ephesians 1:1-4; 1:6; 1:11-12; 1:13-14; 2:1-6; 2:11-12; 1:6; 2:15-17; 2:19-22; 3:1; 3:2-6; 3:14-15; 3:16-19; 4:1-6; 4:11-13; 4:15-16; 4:23; 4:27; 4:29-32; 5:8-14; 5:14; 5:15-16; 1:6; 6:10-15; 1:6; 6:16-17; 6:23-34; Hebrews 13:5; Matthew 28:20. Closing - James 1:19. [accordion] [accordion-item title="NIV Copyright" state=closed]Scripture quotations marked (NIV) taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version© NIV© Copyright © 1973 1978 1984 2011 by Biblica, Inc. TM Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.[/accordion-item] [/accordion]
The Church's One Foundation April 6, 2025 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/
Everyone understands the importance of a good foundation—for houses, buildings and yes, even life. Christ is THE Foundation on which ALL should build.
Four Anchors One Foundation - feat. Trent Lowe (03-09-2025 AM) by Sundown Church
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1 - 3 - 2 Peter 1:16-21: For we did not follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of His majesty. For He received from God the Father honor and glory when such a voice came to Him from the Excellent Glory: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” And we heard this voice which came from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain. And so we have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts; knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 4, 5 - Blessing - Recognition of Anniversaries - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Aaron Ferkenstad (Preacher), Micah Smith (Organist)
In this week's message, Pastor Blake encourages us to pursue unity by building on the foundation of Christ.
Only Jesus provides a sure foundation for his church. In this study of Colossians 1:15-20, we learn... that Jesus is head of the church What does it means that he is "firstborn from the dead"? How the church is a unified body with diverse roles Our hope in a future resurrection Finding peace with God and others The urgency of making peace with God while there's still time Thanks for listening. For a complete list of my sermons and Bible studies, please visit the Sermon Page on my blog.
LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “For All the Saints” *OPENING HYMN “The Church's One Foundation” - #545 HYMN “Holy Spirit, Thou Art Welcome” November 3, 2024 Worship Service
This week we study the hymn "The Church's One Foundation" (Hymn 473 in The Lutheran Hymnal), written by English hymn writer Samuel Stone who wrote this hymn in the late 1800's. This hymn is found in the Communion of Saints section of our hymnal, but it is also appropriate for Reformation, which we will be celebrating this weekend. It wonderfully describes what the Church is, as well as how it is established and maintained. Stone masterfully weaves passages from the Old and New Testaments together, using pictures from Jesus, Paul, Peter, John and even the Psalms to describe the Holy Christian Church and the enemies that it faces in this fallen world. It also comforts the Christian who fights in this battle of the Church Militant with the assurance that Christ has won, and that Christ's Church will be preserved no matter what challenge it faces. It will become the Church Triumphant! Study this hymn with us, as we are reminded Jesus is the Church's One Foundation and that the "gates Hades will not prevail against it"! (Matthew 16:18). Thanks be to God! The LORD bless your worship and proclamation of this truth, both this weekend, and always!
Order of Service: - Prelude - Matins (Morning) (pp. 109-119) - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1, 2 - Ephesians 2:19-22: Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord, in whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. - Devotion - The Te Deum Laudamus (pp. 114-116) - The Kyrie (Lord have mercy) (pp. 116-117) - The Lord's Prayer (p. 117) - The Collect (pp. 118-119) - The Benedicamus (p. 119) - The Benediction (p. 119) - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 3, 5 - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Laura Matzke (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Matins (Morning) (pp. 109-119) - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1, 2 - Ephesians 2:19-22: Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord, in whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. - Devotion - The Te Deum Laudamus (pp. 114-116) - The Kyrie (Lord have mercy) (pp. 116-117) - The Lord's Prayer (p. 117) - The Collect (pp. 118-119) - The Benedicamus (p. 119) - The Benediction (p. 119) - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 3, 5 - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Laura Matzke (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Matins (Morning) (pp. 109-119) - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1, 2 - Ephesians 2:19-22: Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord, in whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. - Devotion - The Te Deum Laudamus (pp. 114-116) - The Kyrie (Lord have mercy) (pp. 116-117) - The Lord's Prayer (p. 117) - The Collect (pp. 118-119) - The Benedicamus (p. 119) - The Benediction (p. 119) - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 3, 5 - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Laura Matzke (Organist)
As Hyde Park begins its celebration of 125 years, Magrey and Mat sit down to discuss what it means to have a spiritual legacy.HydeParkUMC.org/nextsteps
Preached By: Bob O'Bannon On: 09/01/2024 Over: Ephesians 2:17-22
Happy Labor Day from The Gospel Jubilee This week on The Gospel Jubilee, In keeping with Labor Day, Chip and Denny will be playing songs about God doing a work in our lives and our working for the Lord. Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/61199990/download.mp3 Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org Saturday evenings at 7:00 and Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 CST on Radio For Life, www.RadioForLife.org Legend Oldies Radio. Our broadcast will be aired every Sunday morning at 9:00 AM CDT. https://www.legendoldies.com Playlist: Artists |Song Title | Album 01. Gold City - I cast my bread upon the water - "Treasures of Gold" 02. The Troy Burns Family - Hand on the plow - "We Won't Apologize" 03. The Browns - didn't it rain - "Aim Higher" 04. The Promise - God works like that - "God Works Like That - Single" 05. The LeFevre Quartet - Practice what you're preaching - "Hope" 06. The Browders - Be a light - "Be A Light" 07. Tribute Quartet - God likes to work - Hit Replay" 08. The Ball Brothers - Let your light shine - "Dynamic" 09. Brian Free & Assurance - I'm living well (Remastered) - "30th Anniversary Remastered" 10. The Original Couriers - Happiness is following Jesus - "Changing World, Unchanging Christ, Changeless Sound" 11. Mystery artists of the week - I'll fly away - "Gospel Side Of Ray Stevens" 12. Triumphant Quartet - Waymaker - "Bigger Than Sunday" 13. The Dartts - You gotta serve the Lord - "Get Up & Get Your Shoes On" 14. The Kramers - His best work - "Sing Me There" 15. Doug Anderson - God works - "Drive" 16. The 3 Heath Brothers - Get a job song - "Allegiance" 17. Karen Peck & New River - The God I serve - "Lift His Name" 18. The McNeills - Get up and go - "Hey Now" 19. Brenda Denny Rhoades - An unfinished task - "Grace" 20. Tim Lovelace - Blackberry cobbler - "Moments That Motivate" 21. Legacy Five - Give the world a smile - "Give The World A Smile" 22. The Mark Trammell Quartet - Little is much - "Classic" 23. The Hoppers - Occupy till I come - "One Foundation" 24. Mike Leichner - Card carrying Christian - "The Country Side Of Me" 25. The Collingsworth Family - We will serve the Lord - "The Lord Is Good" 26. The Torchmen Quartet - Wonder working god - "Faithful" Roger Bennet – He Keeps Me Singing
Opening Music August 18, 2024 Worship Service PRELUDE “O Worship the King” LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES *OPENING HYMN “The Church's One Foundation” #545 HYMN “Go Down, Moses” #448 Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio
July 21, 2024 Daily Devotion from Lutheran Hour Ministries
Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Hymn of the Day for Series B, LSB 644 "The Church's One Foundation" with guest Rev. Mark Smith. Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.
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Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1, 2, 3 - 1 Peter 4:12-14: Dear friends, do not be surprised by the fiery trial that is happening among you to test you, as if something strange were happening to you. Instead rejoice whenever you are sharing in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted in connection with the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 4, 5 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Tim Hartwig, President, Bethany Lutheran Theological Seminary (Preacher), Laura Matzke (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1, 2, 3 - 1 Peter 4:12-14: Dear friends, do not be surprised by the fiery trial that is happening among you to test you, as if something strange were happening to you. Instead rejoice whenever you are sharing in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted in connection with the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 4, 5 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Tim Hartwig, President, Bethany Lutheran Theological Seminary (Preacher), Laura Matzke (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 1, 2, 3 - 1 Peter 4:12-14: Dear friends, do not be surprised by the fiery trial that is happening among you to test you, as if something strange were happening to you. Instead rejoice whenever you are sharing in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted in connection with the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 486 - The Church's One Foundation: vv. 4, 5 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Tim Hartwig, President, Bethany Lutheran Theological Seminary (Preacher), Laura Matzke (Organist)
What goes into creating a foundation? When you're pouring a foundation for an earthy structure, it takes quite a few people. We recently had foundation poured at our church for our ministry expansion and it took many, many hands! Way to many people to count in order to pour the foundation just as it was supposed to be. However, when you're talking about the foundation of the soul, it's easy to count how many people it takes! Just one. Jesus Christ! Join us for today's devotion as we look at Acts 4:12 and find peace in building a faithful, firm foundation. God bless your time in the Word! If you have any questions you can email us at: votl.podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @votlchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/votl.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbssSY_GyJMabh9W-sSVQpQ Podcast: https://votlchurch.podbean.com Online: https://votl.org
Four weeks after they became trapped in Port-au-Prince, two staff members of Louisiana Reach Haiti (LRH) have made it safely to the ministry's Children's Village in Cap Haitien. Now that wildfires are under control in the northern panhandle of Texas, what about the cattle? Texas is home to some 11 million head of cattle, more than 85% located in the Panhandle, according to the Texas Department of Agriculture. And, in our Toolbox, scholar Malcolm Yarnell gives us seven reasons the resurrection brings joy to Christians. Here are three of them.
With Sola Scriptura, or “through Scripture alone,” the Reformers affirmed the authority of Scripture over and above the tradition of the Roman Catholic church. Today, questions of authority and accountability still plague the church, stemming from the influence of radical Anabaptists, modern biblicists, the continued tradition of Rome, and our own culturally shaped desires to have the final say. In this episode of White Horse Inn, hosts Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Bob Hiller, and Walter Strickland discuss sola Scriptura and how it can be good news for the church today.
How should the foundation of the church impact how we build upon that foundation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 3:10–17 and tackles that question.