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Church on the Move West PodcastThe Life and Journey of a DiscipleIn Mathew 28:18-20, Jesus tells us to “go and make disciples,” but what does discipleship even entail? This week, Pastor Seth Swindall sits down with Pastors Brian Jobe and Angela Ekstrum to explore this idea. It’s not just a simple journey with a single finish line. Discipleship is constantly moving towards God, growing closer to others, and facing ourselves along the way.2022-11-2242 min
In Motion PodcastHow to Read the PsalmsWe all have different experiences with the Psalms; sometimes we read them and think, “huh?” You may love the depth of emotion and vulnerability, or maybe you avoid them altogether. So, what do we do with them? How do we read and understand 150 chapters compiled over 1,000 years? In this episode, our Spiritual Formation Pastors, Angela Ekstrum, Casey Shirley, and Blake Zimmerman, explain the structure and history of the Psalms, the practices of lament and gratitude, and teach us how to approach reading scripture meditatively so that we can ultimately understand more about God and ourselves. Showno...2022-06-0250 min
In Motion PodcastFasting Q&AThis is part two of Angela Ekstrum, Blake Zimmerman, and Casey Shirley’s conversation around the spiritual practice of fasting. They answer common questions about fasting like, how do we talk about it with our kids? How do we handle spiritual practices in a family of nonbelievers? What do we do if we mess up? — and so many more! Check it out! Show Notes Check our first episode on fasting called Fasting 101 Book Resources: Fasting by Scott McKnight God’s Chosen Fast by Arthur Wallace Podcast Resources: ...2022-03-3135 min
In Motion PodcastFasting 101Our Spiritual Formation Pastors Angela Ekstrum, Blake Zimmerman, and Casey Shirley deep dive into the spiritual practice of fasting. They are candid about their own experiences with fasting and look deeper at the history of the practice, specifically in the modern American church. When we fast, we remove the things we find comfort in and replace them with the things we’re intended to find comfort in. We are forced to answer the question, “Can God really satisfy me?” It’s not about behavior modification, but a heart shift. Don’t miss this important conversation! Show Notes Book...2022-03-3139 min
A Place of PossibilityA Course in Mortgages with Erin EkstrumIf you’re thinking about purchasing a home or refinancing, chances are you’ve got a ton of information flying at you. And with that, you probably have many questions, like: What’s the current mortgage rate? What type of loan is the best deal for me? What exactly do I need to know about Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac? Does the Fed actually have an impact on rates? And the list goes on. Trying to keep up with the ever-evolving mortgage market can be a job, literally. Surprisingly, people tend to have more opportunities than they realize. In a new...2021-12-1736 min
The Casually Spiritual PodcastAngela Ekstrum talks Testimony, Family, and with her Husband ShadS1E9–Angela Ekstrum
On this episode of the podcast, Alec has a conversation with Angela Ekstrum. Angela currently serves on the communications team at Church On the Move, but she didn’t grow up in the church. As a teenager, she found herself in bad relationships, dysfunctional situations, and addiction. An encounter with Jesus at a local church event served as the turning point Angela needed--one that wound up changing the entire trajectory of her future and family. Using her past experiences and the lessons she’s learned, Angela uses her testimony to connect with others coming from diffic...2019-09-271h 04