Podcasts about Vacation bible school

For most GenXers, going to the beach in the 70s and 80s meant jumping waves, building sandcastles, and getting sun poisoning so bad you and your siblings would take turns peeling each other's skin off. For Heidi K. Brown, it was her job to put a stop to all that beach fun. Her summers were spent pounding the hot sand passing out flyers trying to convince parents to hand their kids over to her parents' Vacation Bible School. Bitchin' summer? NOT! In this episode, Eileen talks with Heidi about her memoir THE MAP I DRAW, the path that led her from law and legal writing into travel memoir, and how Rome became a turning point in her life. They dig into family, faith, fear, rebellion, and the idea of “aging powerfully” instead of quietly accepting limits.Heidi shares how travel became a form of healing from some of the dysfunction she carried from her conservative fundamentalist Gen X childhood, how she built a writing practice around journals and Morning Pages, and why she sees memoir as both storytelling and self-advocacy.Heidi is a Law Professor and Associate Dean for Upper Level Writing at New York Law School. She earned her master's degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania in 2021. She crafted a life of flourishing through teaching, writing, boxing, jumping up and down at U2 concerts, studying Italian, and traveling the world solo. You can find out more about Heidi at:https://www.heidikristinbrown.com/Follow Heidi Here IG: https://www.instagram.com/introvertedlawyerIG: https://www.instagram.com/heidiographia/ Substack: https://heidiography.substack.com/For information about Heidi's books and speaking engagements please email her at: heidi@theintrovertedlawyer.com.  Support the showStrangers With Kittens is a podcast created by Eileen Kelly and Produced by Ashley Aker. Original music composed and performed by Chris Hajian. You can listen to full podcast episodes on Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and Apple Podcasts. Follow Strangers With Kittens On Social Media Facebook InstagramTikTokYouTubeKeep The Conversation Going https://www.strangerswithkittens.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jon Pratt and Greg Deckert, friends for over 50 years, as they take us back to Owatonna, Minnesota, where two faculty families arrived at Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, and their sons met at Vacation Bible School.Jon and Greg share the fruit of a friendship that ran through the same schools from grade school through Pillsbury, and into an apartment they shared during Jon's first year of seminary and Greg's first year of law school. We talk about accountability that was never scheduled and how the friendship held together through a move to Dallas in the years before email.Books mentioned in this episode:A Light on the Hill by Caleb Morell (Crossway, 2025)The Meaning of Your Life by Arthur C. Brooks (Penguin, 2026)The Desecration of Man by Carl R. Trueman (Sentinel, 2026)Not Old, Not Young, Not Done by Christopher Ash (The Good Book Company, 2025)

What does it mean to care for the whole person — mind, body, and soul? In this episode, we explore the connection between mental health and spiritual growth with Lacy Apfelbeck of Edge of the Red Sea Ministries. We'll talk about emotional wounds, healing, anxiety, habits, and how understanding ourselves more deeply can help us grow in virtue and closer to God. Then, we'll turn to the next generation with Jena Kolles, who shares how Vacation Bible School helps children encounter Christ, build lasting faith memories, and grow within the life of the Church. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ 

What does ministry look like just across the border? In this special interview, Jonathan and Brandon sit down with Jerry Vincent, Pastor of College Baptist Church in Big Spring, to talk about his recent mission trip to Saskatchewan, Canada.Jerry shares stories from an incredible week of ministry alongside churches across the province, including opportunities to preach the Word, lead Vacation Bible School, serve through community projects, and encourage local congregations. The conversation also includes a unique behind-the-scenes look at meeting with government leaders inside the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly, providing a fascinating glimpse into how God is opening doors for gospel conversations in unexpected places.Throughout the episode, they why Canada remains a strategic mission field, the importance of partnering with churches to strengthen gospel ministry, and how God is at work in ways many believers in the United States may never realize.Whether you're considering going on a future mission trip, curious about ministry in Canada, or simply love hearing stories of God at work, this conversation will encourage and challenge you to think beyond your own community and embrace the Great Commission wherever God calls.Join us as we celebrate what God is doing north of the border—and discover why the mission field might be a whole lot closer than you think.

In this episode from the "Hero Makers" series, Pastor Dan celebrates recent community outreach—Vacation Bible School, a Back to School Bash, and more—and explains how the church is called to be a means of Gods grace by serving others. Using Luke 10 (the sending of the 72), he urges believers to go "two by two," offer the peace of Christ, form small discipleship bands, and become catalysts for change rather than mere consumers. The message emphasizes practical discipleship: anchor yourself in Christ, pour grace through your life, and move confidently into the places God has appointed you to serve.

Happy Friday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma".  Today, on our last night of VBS, we talk about Dr. Aimee's advice to us about shifting the way we speak to ourselves and learning to stay in the present moment. Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

Happy Thursday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma".  Today we talk about Dr. Aimee's advising us to notice adrenaline spikes so that we can match our activity levels to our stress responses.  She also reminds us that we need to pay attention to the somatic messages we receive, and to allow our bodies to complete startle and stress responses. Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

Happy Wednesday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma".  Today we talk about Dr. Aimee's reports on dietary changes and hydration as important factors in regulating our bodies.Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

Happy Tuesday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma". Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

What can one missionary's faithfulness set in motion across languages, students, families, and generations? In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards remembers his friend Dr. Wes Collins and reflects on the extraordinary legacy Wes and his wife, Nancy, built through missions, Bible translation, education, and service among the Mam people of Guatemala. As a missionary connected with Wycliffe, Wes helped restore a written form of the Mam language and worked to translate the New Testament so that indigenous families could read Scripture in their own language. His ministry helped people reclaim a sense of dignity, identity, and the assurance that God loved them and valued the language He had given them. Wes also opened the door for Doug and generations of students to experience cross-cultural ministry firsthand. Over five years and six trips to Guatemala, students participated in construction projects, Vacation Bible School, medical outreach, and ministry among Mam families in the mountains. They also visited the Guatemala City dump, where thousands of people lived in extreme poverty—an experience that profoundly changed how many students understood faith, service, gratitude, and the world around them. In this episode, Doug reflects on: • The missionary legacy of Dr. Wes Collins • Bible translation and the importance of indigenous languages • How student mission trips can permanently change young lives • Serving the Mam people of Guatemala • Construction, children's ministry, and medical missions • What students learned from witnessing extreme poverty • The importance of trusted missionaries and responsible trip leadership • How one faithful life can influence people for generations This episode is for youth pastors, student ministry volunteers, parents, missionaries, teachers, and anyone who believes young people should experience a faith that moves beyond words and into service. Wes Collins' influence did not end with one translation, one class, one mission trip, or even one lifetime. It continues through the people he taught, the communities he served, the students he inspired, and the leaders who are still carrying that mission forward. Thank you, Wes and Nancy, for your faithfulness, sacrifice, hospitality, and commitment to helping others know that their language, culture, lives, and stories matter to God. Share this episode with a youth pastor, missionary, parent, or student who needs to be reminded that one faithful life can change generations. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

Gabe McGinness, our Student Ministries Director, shares a message covering Psalm 23, a beloved psalm attributed to King David. This leads in to our Vacation Bible School theme for this year. Through this message, we reflect on the promises of this psalm.

This week's episode is kind of all over the place. Krissy Bakke the hippie Chrisitan is on overload. From work to nighttime VBS short for Vacation Bible School. She is beat, but has some great stuff to share. From 1 Peter 1 good stuff on "being Holy" to pondering what would church be like if we had a format similar to VBS. It's a bit all over the place, but it's worth the listen.

Pastor Fernando Gonzalez, Gabby Romero, and Brianna Arevalo join in discussing this year's upcoming Vacation Bible School.

This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss sharing the gospel on an airplane, a VBS that went awry, and the latest book providing scriptural evidence that Trump is set apart by God. You'll also hear about the worst places to share the gospel, our weird experiences with Vacation Bible School, and so much more! MENTIONSThe Most Beautiful Fish: Rainbow Parrot Fish Worst Place to Share the Gospel? Learn more hereVBS Goes Awry: Proceed with CautionBook Rec: God's Big Picture Bible Storybook by NT Wright Relevant Past Episodes: The NOs of VBS | The Spicy NOs of VBSFake Scriptural Evidence Book: Amazon | Instagram The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I've Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackJamie Golden: Instagram | The Popcast with Knox and JamieSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailA missionary story that doesn't start with a pulpit, a seminary track, or a flawless “calling” moment can be the one that hits closest to home. I sit down with Grayson, who went back to school as an adult, found his faith sharpened through Christian education, and eventually said yes to serving in China. What follows is a vivid look at missionary life where the government is watching, gathering is complicated, and the gospel still moves from person to person with surprising speed.We talk about house church reality in China, government-sanctioned churches, and what happens when certain topics are treated as dangerous. Grayson shares the joy of seeing students come to Christ, including a week when 120 people were coming through their home for Bible study, and the long, patient conversations it can take for faith to take root. Then he tells a moment I won't forget: a new believer insists baptism should happen in a river, so they ride bicycles for almost two hours to make it happen, read Scripture on the riverbank, and decide “now is the proper time.”The conversation turns honest about the cost too: a student who may have turned them in, police interrupting worship, and IDs being recorded. And yet even that story bends toward redemption. We also compare spiritual hunger abroad with the spiritual numbness that can grow in American comfort, and why recovering awe for God matters more than winning arguments. Grayson even lays out a simple, clear gospel summary he shared with kids at Vacation Bible School.If you want to follow or support Grayson's work, check out globaloutreach.org (account 3086) and OrmanFamilyThailand.com. Subscribe, share, and leave a review, and tell me this: where might God be inviting you to take your next step of faith?Support the showThank you for listening! Please help us by sharing this podcast with your friends and telling someone about what Jesus has done for you. If you would like to share your story, visit our website https://thepromoter.org/

How many of you still remember a song from Vacation Bible School? Maybe you remember the motions. Maybe you remember a memory verse. Maybe you remember the cookies, the crafts, or the awkward skits. But for many people, VBS became much more than a childhood memory. For some, it was the first time they…

Come see us live in Washington, DC on August 14th!: https://www.atlasarts.org/events/god-awful-movies/In this week's episode, a bible school takes a vacation from sanity, the US women's team looks primed to win the World Cup again, and Christians will find yet new lands to colonize.---To make a per episode donation at Patreon.com, click here: http://www.patreon.com/ScathingAtheistTo buy our book, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Outbreak-Crisis-Religion-Ruined-Pandemic/dp/B08L2HSVS8/If you see a news story you think we might be interested in, you can send it here: scathingnews@gmail.comTo check out our sister show, The Skepticrat, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/the-skepticratTo check out our sister show's hot friend, God Awful Movies, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-moviesTo check out our half-sister show, Citation Needed, click here: http://citationpod.com/To check out our sister show's sister show, D and D minus, click here: https://danddminus.libsyn.com/Report instances of harassment or abuse connected to this show to the Creator Accountability Network here: https://creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org/---Appearance Notes:Get tickets to see Noah in Cincinnati: https://www.sethandrews.com/cincinnatiLearn more about the Ark Park protest here: https://www.facebook.com/events/ark-encounter/10th-anniversary-ark-encounter-protest/1591721388785519/Get your tickets to BAHACon here: https://bahacon.com/---Headlines:Viral video shows mock execution at Vacation Bible School: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/viral-video-shows-church-stagingVatican excommunicates all members of ultra-conservative rebel group SSPX: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/02/vatican-excommunicates-all-members-of-ultra-conservative-rebels-sspxStephen Miller is pretty sure that Trump was sent by God: https://www.thedailybeast.com/stephen-miller-makes-bonkers-claim-about-divine-president/https://www.huffpost.com/entry/we-dug-up-stephen-millers-dubious-dating-advice-and-relationship-experts-say-its-telling-g_l_6a451831e4b07b95cff31d69Ken Ham big mad newspaper didn't pretend his bullshit was science: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/ken-ham-is-furious-that-a-reporterChristians think there are abortion pills in the drinking water: https://washingtonstand.com/article/pressure-mounts-on-epa-to-test-drinking-water-for-traces-of-abortion-pill---This Week in Misogyny:Manosphere getting worse on college campuses: https://19thnews.org/2026/07/manosphere-misogyny-infiltrates-college-campus/Australia set to be first nation to eliminate cervical cancer… if antivax idiots don't fuck it up: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2025/11/20/australia-on-track-to-eliminating-cervical-cancer.htmlCatholics sell hospital, reproductive care immediately reintroduced: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/a-catholic-hospital-was-sold-reproductive

Today's episode of Ask The Pastor features Pastors Mike Clement, Pastor David Clement, and special guest Evangelist Bill Smith. Do you have questions about life? About your Christian walk? About Christianity in general? Ask The Pastor features local pastors in Scottsbluff, NE who are willing and ready to answer your questions. You get to determine the focus of Ask The Pastor, airing weekdays at 9:00am on Hope Radio 97.1FM and anytime in your podcast feed! Submit your questions on our website: https://www.kcmifm.com/contact Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kcmifm

Trump's financial disclosures reveal windfall for the president. Trump responds to reports he's considering resuming all-out war with Iran amid denuclearization talks. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. World Cup update. Hottest temperatures in over a decade threatened in parts of eastern US as dangerous heat dome expands and intensifies. USA takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup Round of 32. A Lexington pastor is defending a graphic Vacation Bible School skit that went viral over the weekend, depicting the firing squad execution of "the devil." 

Unsinkable Speaker: Michael Shockley, ReCreate Church Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33 Episode Summary Fresh off Vacation Bible School week, Pastor Michael uses the scientific principle of buoyancy to explore what happens when life pulls us under. Through the story of Peter walking on water - and beginning to sink - we discover that Jesus doesn't wait for us to have it together before reaching out His hand. When we're sinking, all we need are three words: "Lord, save me!" Key Points - The Disciples were in a storm because they obeyed Jesus - the presence of a storm doesn't mean the absence of God - Peter is the only person besides Jesus to ever walk on water, but fear shifted his focus from Christ to chaos - Fear doesn't drown us all at once - it steals our focus one wave and one "what if" at a time - Jesus reached out immediately when Peter cried out - not after Peter proved himself worthy - Jesus never asked us to save ourselves. He asked us to trust Him. Main Takeaway Jesus saves sinking people. Not the ones who have it all figured out. Not the ones whose faith never wavers. People whose faith is struggling, who are exhausted, who don't know what to do next. When you're sinking, don't wait for the right words or the right moment - cry out: "Lord, save me!" Memorable Quotes - "Jesus saves sinking people." - "The presence of a storm doesn't mean the absence of God. Just because the wind is against you doesn't mean God Is against you." - "If Jesus calls you, He'll carry you. If He commands you, He'll keep you." - "Fear doesn't have to drown you all at once. It just has to steal your focus. One wave at a time. One 'what if' at a time." - "We spend so much of our lives trying harder, working harder, holding on tighter. But eventually it all runs out. And we learn the truth - Jesus never asked us to save ourselves." - "When my heart changed, my situation changed." Reflection Question Are you trying to save yourself before crying out to Jesus? What would it look like to stop waiting and simply say, "Lord, save me"? Tune in to hear Pastor Michael's vulnerable account of a year of chest pains, muscle spasms, and a left eyelid impersonating a grasshopper - and how crying out to Jesus changed everything. Connect & Give Learn more about ReCreate Church at www.recreatechurch.org Give online easily and securely through Tithe.ly

Send us Fan MailRomans 8:18–30: Suffering, Creation's Groaning, the Spirit's Help, and Predestination Ken Corkins and pastor Rock Ellison record season 18, episode 18 of Pondering the Bible after Vacation Bible School and continue their study of Romans, reading and discussing Romans 8:18–30 (RSV). They explain Paul's teaching that present suffering is not comparable to future glory, using childbirth as an illustration, and connect human struggle with sin to the promise of renewed bodies. They discuss how the fall affected all creation, which now “groans” for renewal, citing Revelation's new heaven and new earth and supporting the idea with 2 Peter 3:13 and Jeremiah 12. They clarify hope as patience in what is unseen, and explain the Spirit's intercession in prayer, rejecting claims that speaking in tongues is required for salvation. They interpret Romans 8:28 as God bringing good from suffering for those called to His purpose, then address foreknowledge and predestination, contrasting Calvinism and Arminianism and arguing the terms imply God's prior knowledge rather than coercion. They plan to finish Romans 8:31–39 next week. 00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:34 Romans 8 Reading 02:57 Suffering and Glory 06:05 Creation Awaits Renewal 09:36 Groaning for Redemption 12:15 Saved by Hope 15:05 Spirit Helps Our Prayers 19:45 All Things for Good 23:04 Predestination Debate 29:08 Wrap Up and Next WeekNEW!: Rate us at Podchaser  Find us at www.pondergmc.org. Feedback is welcome: PonderMethodist@gmail.com Music performed by the Ponder GMC worship team.Cover Art: Joe WagnerRecorded, edited and mixed by Snikrock 

Vacation Bible School has introduced countless children to Jesus,and its impact can last a lifetime. In this special episode, Stu Epperson is joined by his daughter, Hope, who shares firsthand stories from serving at VBS, where children are learning about God's love, hearing the gospel, and asking life-changing questions about faith. They discuss why VBS remains one of the church's most effective outreach ministries, how it plants seeds that can transform entire families, and why every believer should be praying for the children, volunteers, and churches serving this summer. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, volunteer, or simply looking for encouragement, this conversation is a powerful reminder that God is still changing lives through Vacation Bible School.

Looking back at our Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger conclude a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be's' for Children & Adults.” In this fourth episode, be right. PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Be Brave: Paul's First Missionary Journey Be Ready: Paul’s Second Missionary Journey Be Busy: Paul’s Third Missionary Journey

On this episode of Truth Talk Live, Dwayne Carson celebrates the impact of Vacation Bible School and invites listeners to share their favorite VBS memories. From childhood crafts and Scripture memorization to life-changing gospel presentations, pastors and volunteers from across the country share how God is using VBS to reach children, strengthen churches, and transform communities. Hear inspiring stories of salvations, dedicated volunteers, and the lasting influence of teaching God's Word to the next generation. Whether you're helping lead a VBS this summer or looking back on fond memories, this conversation highlights why Vacation Bible School remains one of the most effective tools for sharing the gospel.

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In anticipation of our upcoming Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger continue a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be's' for Children & Adults.” In this third episode, be busy. PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Be Brave: Paul's First Missionary Journey Be Ready: Paul’s Second Missionary Journey

Vacation Bible School season is here, and churches everywhere are preparing decorations, snacks, crafts, lessons, games, registrations, and all the beautiful chaos that comes with welcoming children for a week of gospel-centered ministry.But before VBS begins, there is one important question every church should ask:Is our VBS accessible for every family God has already placed in our care?Show notes at KeyMinistry.org

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8:00 am Mass First day of Vacation Bible School. 

As we got ready to kick off our Vacation Bible School this year, Chris shares a message about the importance of wanting our Kids to love God, Love others, and love their church!

Send us Fan MailRomans 8:1–17: No Condemnation, Life in the Spirit, and Adoption as God's Children Ken Corkins and pastor Rocky Ellison discuss Romans 8:1–17 (RSV) on “Pondering the Bible,” focusing on Paul's shift from despair in Romans 7 to assurance that there is “no condemnation” for those in Christ, especially in the end-time judgment. They explain that believers are judged by what Jesus has done, not by the law weakened by the flesh, and emphasize the role of the indwelling Holy Spirit as evidence of belonging to Christ. They interpret “living by the Spirit” as being troubled by sin and pursuing sanctification, and they discuss verses 9–11 as pointing to the Trinity. Using an ancient slavery-and-redemption analogy, they describe Jesus as redeemer and conclude with believers' adoption as God's children and heirs with Christ; they recommend the NLT for clarity and note a week off for Vacation Bible School before finishing Romans 8. 00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:21 Romans 8 Reading 03:22 No Condemnation Explained 06:04 Judged by Different Rules 08:45 Flesh vs Spirit Mindset 09:18 Do You Have the Spirit 13:02 Trinity in You 16:04 Debtors and Redeemer 20:05 Adoption and Heirs 23:03 Wrap Up and Next WeekNEW!: Rate us at Podchaser  Find us at www.pondergmc.org. Feedback is welcome: PonderMethodist@gmail.com Music performed by the Ponder GMC worship team.Cover Art: Joe WagnerRecorded, edited and mixed by Snikrock 

Diligent Teacher with Lisa Earl A Bible podcast for ladies Ep310 - Vacation Bible School Reminders

On an ordinary summer afternoon in 1993, twelve-year-old Sara Anne Wood rode her turquoise bicycle home from Vacation Bible School and vanished without a trace. What followed uncovered a serial predator, a hidden dungeon beneath a house, and a decades-long game of deception played by a killer who still refuses to reveal where Sara rests. But this isn't just the story of a monster... it's the story of a family that turned unimaginable tragedy into a mission that has helped bring thousands of missing children home. HAH DISCORD - https://discord.com/invite/bJdbpH3hQm   YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/@HauntedAmericanHistory   TikTok - @hah_podcast   hauntedamericanhistory.com   Patreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   LINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGH   Barnes and Noble -   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334       AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68S       EbookGOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1   KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_ SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316 !! DISTURB ME !!   APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090   SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQ   YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcast   www.disturbmepodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In anticipation of our upcoming Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger continue a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be’s’ for Children & Adults.” In this second episode, be ready. PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Be Brave: Paul’s First Missionary Journey

Send us Fan MailJoin us this week as Jeremy, Kathy Brotherton, and new VBS Director Dannysha Russell discuss the importance of VBS and its impact on the hearts of those who participate.

The summer season is completely different from the other seasons of the year. At times, it seems summer slows life down, so you can breathe, take some personal time, and renew yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. At the same time, summer can be very busy, filled with extra activities, days of travel, and perhaps even many different experiences. Parents with kids at home still have to navigate personal schedules, plus camps, perhaps Vacation Bible School, and other special opportunities children are afforded today.

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There's a lot happening at McGregor right now, and the people you love being around are talking about all of it. Mark, Tamar, and Christian are back this week covering the Renew Phase 2 permit news (spoiler: they're back on schedule), a Vacation Bible School preview that sounds like it's taken over the whole building, and a new summer Bible study series called "How to Handle Life's Interruptions." Plus, a welcome to Lydia Coggin, the newest addition to the staff. If you haven't found your way into Around McGregor yet, this week is a good place to start. Now available on McGregor Podcast! For more information go to McGregorPodcast.com. New to McGregor? Plan a visit at mcgregor.net/plan-a-visit #McGregorBaptistChurch #McGregorPodcast #AroundMcGregor #FortMyersChurch

In anticipation of our upcoming Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger kick off a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be’s’ for Children & Adults.” In this first episode, be brave.

Ready to kick off your healthiest summer after 50? In this episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, Amy shares practical belly fat loss tips for women in menopause, explains why the 14-Day Belly Blast is the perfect jumpstart for fat loss and healthy habits, and also invites you to join Vacation Bible School for Fabulous-over-Fifty Women. Learn how strength training, strategic nutrition, core workouts, and mindset shifts can help reduce belly fat, boost metabolism, and create lasting results—while having fun along the way!  Join the June 1-14 BELLY BLAST here:  https://fasterway.com/products/belly-blast?aid=AMYBRYAN  Join the free Facebook community to take part in Vacation Bible School for Fabulous-over-Fifty Women here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/fasterwaywithamybryan  Join my next foundational 6-week FASTer Way to Fat Loss® class for women over fifty here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

Hi friends! Can you believe VBS is just over 2 weeks away? We're having 3 podcasts over that time to prepare and get excited for Vacation Bible School. Stephanie and Camille are here today to give an overview of this year's VBS!

Sean Azzaro speaks to the value of Vacation Bible School and River City Community Church's summer camps (2nd–12th grade), emphasizing discipleship through concentrated relationships, worship, and community. Sean urges parents to organize family life around the things of God, not treating church as negotiable or replaced by sports, activities, or Christian school, and to help kids sustain “camp high” by connecting to youth group. He shares scholarship opportunities via youth pastor Clay Burkholder (cburkholder@reallife.org) and announces camp June 8–12 at Camp Buckner and VBS July 13–17, with details at reallife.org.00:00 Welcome and YaYa Week00:43 Outnumbered Parenting01:14 Why Camp Memories Matter01:57 Daily Devotions and Activities04:29 Church Camps and VBS Options05:34 Why Youth Camp Works06:34 Choosing Faith First09:30 Parents Lead the Way16:27 Camp High to Lifelong Habits18:56 Scholarships Dates and Wrap Up

Sean Azzaro speaks to the value of Vacation Bible School and River City Community Church's summer camps (2nd–12th grade), emphasizing discipleship through concentrated relationships, worship, and community. Sean urges parents to organize family life around the things of God, not treating church as negotiable or replaced by sports, activities, or Christian school, and to help kids sustain “camp high” by connecting to youth group. He shares scholarship opportunities via youth pastor Clay Burkholder (cburkholder@reallife.org) and announces camp June 8–12 at Camp Buckner and VBS July 13–17, with details at reallife.org.00:00 Welcome and YaYa Week00:43 Outnumbered Parenting01:14 Why Camp Memories Matter01:57 Daily Devotions and Activities04:29 Church Camps and VBS Options05:34 Why Youth Camp Works06:34 Choosing Faith First09:30 Parents Lead the Way16:27 Camp High to Lifelong Habits18:56 Scholarships Dates and Wrap Up

It's our first guest ep post-tour, and it's a great one! Today we're joined by comedy rapper Scoochie Boochie (@scoochie_boochie) for a chat about Chicago, Museum Speelklok, birding, Vacation Bible School, Chick Tracts, and more!Do you hate ads but love this show? Do you want an incredible deal on access to our entire 5 year backlog of video and ad-free episodes for TWO DOLLARS A MONTH? Then check out our Patreon and support the show at patreon.com/leightonnight! Kick us $5 a month and you even get a MINISODE every week, too. AND access to the fan discord, which is cool and fun. It's a steal. We literally shouldn't be doing this. Follow us on Twitter at @leightonnight and on Instagram/TikTok at @leighton_night. You can find Brian on Twitter/Instagram at @bwecht and Leighton at @buttchamps (Instagram). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if this summer became the season you finally stopped “starting over” with your health? In this special summer kickoff episode of Fat Loss School, Amy Bryan shares why summer may actually be the BEST time for women over 50 to improve their health, lose fat, build strength, and create lasting healthy habits. Instead of viewing summer as a season of vacations, cookouts, and falling off track, this episode reframes summer as an opportunity for: ☀️ more movement ☀️ more joy ☀️ more fresh foods ☀️ more energy ☀️ and more consistency with healthy habits Amy also shares insights from Gretchen Rubin's book Design Your Year and encourages women to intentionally design their summer around the feelings, activities, rhythms, and health goals they want most in this season of life. If you are tired of: starting over every Monday waiting until fall to “get serious” struggling with consistency after menopause or feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle… This episode will encourage you to approach summer differently.