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EQLife with Baron SovoryPastoring the Pastors | Will PenickThis week I got to sit down with Will Penick, Ministerial Director for the Southeastern California Conference (SECC) — one of the largest Adventist conferences in the country, serving close to 70,000 members across Southern California. Will stepped into the Ministerial Director role in November 2023, but his journey to get there? Far from traditional.Raised in a pastor's home, Will spent years trying to do anything but ministry. We talk about that tension, the wrestling match with calling, and what it finally took for him to say yes.We also get into The Journey — a retreat SECC runs...
2026-03-0557 min
EQLife with Baron SovoryFrom Addiction to Anthem: Robert Hawkins on Recovery, Faith, and Finding Your VoiceIn this deeply moving episode of EQ Life, Pastor Baron sits down with Robert L. Hawkins—NRT artist, songwriter, and founder of The Recovery Gathering—for an honest conversation about deliverance, emotional healing, and living one day at a time.Robert shares his powerful journey from drug addiction to lasting recovery, and how an unshakable hope in Jesus Christ reshaped his identity, purpose, and creativity. We explore how faith, self-awareness, and community play a critical role in recovery, and how music became both a lifeline and a ministry.The conversation also highlights Robert’s latest releas...
2026-01-0617 min
EQLife with Baron Sovory“Faith in Motion: Dr. Alphonso Greene on Leadership, Transition, and Trusting God’s Next Move”In this engaging episode of EQLife, Dr. Baron Sovory talks with Dr. Alphonso Greene, Senior Pastor of the Mt. Rubidoux Seventh-day Adventist Church in Riverside, California, about what it means to lead with faith and courage in today’s changing culture.Dr. Greene shares his journey of transitioning his family across the country and stepping into a new ministry assignment—offering powerful lessons on discernment, adaptability, and trusting God through seasons of uncertainty. Together, they discuss the realities of modern church leadership, the importance of family in ministry, and how faith continues to be the compass for effective...
2025-11-0657 min
EQLife with Baron Sovory“Fathers Who Lead: Dr. Delroy Brooks on Integrity, Influence, and the Legacy of Leadership”In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of EQLife, Dr. Baron Sovory sits down with Dr. Delroy Brooks, staff pastor at Kansas Avenue Seventh-day Adventist Church in Riverside, California, and a community and justice advocate whose work champions strong families and authentic leadership.Together, they explore the deep connection between fatherhood, integrity, and influence—and how these three pillars shape not only men, but entire communities. Dr. Brooks shares personal insights from ministry and mentoring, emphasizing that leadership rooted in character and compassion has the power to transform lives.
2025-11-0658 min
EQLife with Baron SovoryLeading with Grace and Grit: Patty Maruffo on Faith, Culture, and CallingIn this inspiring episode of EQLife, Dr. Baron Sovory sits down with Patty Maruffo, Executive Secretary of the Southeastern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists—one of the largest and most diverse conferences in the North American Division.Patty opens up about her remarkable journey from local ministry to executive leadership, offering an honest and insightful look at what it means to lead with integrity, compassion, and cultural awareness in today’s church. As a Latina woman in ministry, she shares candid reflections on navigating representation, inclusion, and leadership in spaces where her voice—and presence—carry deep meaning for...
2025-10-0722 min
EQLife with Baron SovoryLeading True North: Character, Courage, and Culture with Fredrick RussellIn this powerful episode of EQLife, Dr. Baron Sovory sits down with Fredrick Russell—a dynamic leadership strategist, executive coach, and former pastor whose voice has shaped leaders across continents. As President and CEO of True North Leadership Group, Fredrick has spent nearly two decades helping executives, entrepreneurs, and faith leaders align their influence with their integrity.From his pastoral roots at Oakwood University to global boardrooms and coaching sessions around the world, Fredrick’s journey is a testament to character-driven leadership that transforms not just organizations—but people. Together, we explore how spiritual wisdom and modern leadershi...
2025-10-071h 09
EQLife with Baron SovoryThe Jouney of Pastor Wade FordeIn this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Pastor Wade Forde, Senior Pastor of the 16th Street SDA Church in San Bernardino. Together, we revisit his journey of faith—from his formative upbringing to the moment he embraced his call to ministry. Pastor Forde reflects on the unique bond of friendship we shared as college roommates during our freshman year, and how those early experiences shaped both of our paths. He also opens up about family, the value of authentic relationships, and his vision for where the church is heading in today’s changing world.This episode offer...
2025-09-0332 min
EQLife with Baron SovoryWelcome to the EQLife Podcast with Baron SovoryHosted by Dr. Baron Sovory, EQLife explores how emotional intelligence, compassion, and authentic leadership shape the way we live, work, and thrive. Through conversations with pastors, leaders, and voices from a variety of fields, this podcast uncovers insights, stories, and practical tools to help you flourish in faith, family, and personal growth. If you’re ready to live with more wisdom, balance, and wholeness—this is your guide.
2025-09-0310 min
EQLife with Baron SovoryThe Journey of Pastor Damian ChandlerIn this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Pastor Damian Chandler, a dynamic leader in the South Central Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. We explore his journey of faith and family, his calling to ministry, and how creativity has shaped his work as both a songwriter and author. Pastor Chandler shares what it was like to speak at the largest youth gathering in the SDA Church—the International Pathfinder Camporee—not once, but twice, and reflects on the impact of that experience. We also look ahead to his upcoming plans for ministry and the vision God has placed on his heart...
2025-09-031h 32
Valley Fellowship SDA ChurchMental Health Awareness Month: Dialogue with Kirsten RichterJoin Baron Sovory, DMin, and Kirsten Richter, LSW, for thoughtful conversations on mental health, resilience, and thriving in today’s fast-paced world. Each episode offers practical strategies to protect your well-being, insights from lived experience and professional expertise, and encouragement for navigating life’s challenges with clarity and hope. Whether you’re looking for tools to strengthen your emotional health or inspiration to live with greater balance, this podcast provides guidance to help you flourish in mind, body, and spirit.Recorded May 2025 at the Valley Fellowship Studio
2025-09-0241 minValley Fellowship SDA ChurchBreakthrough Live! "The Purpose of the Church"Join Pastor Wade Forde of 16th Street SDA Church in San Bernardino, CA and Pastor Baron Sovory, DMin of the Valley Fellowship SDA Church as they discuss the purpose of the church in light of Matthew 28:16-20. This is the audio version of Breakthrough Live which is broadcast live on Wednesdays on YouTube and Facebook at 7pm PST.
2025-08-211h 06Valley Fellowship SDA ChurchValley Fellowship Conversations: Featuring Patrick BoltonJoin Valley Fellowship Pastor, Baron Sovory, DMin and Patrick Bolton as they discuss music ministry at Valley Fellowship, and music within the church.Recorded August 20, 2025
2025-08-2115 minValley Fellowship SDA Church"Don't Stay Here" 1 Sam 30:6Sermon from the worship service on May 31, 2025Baron Sovory, DMin 1 Sam 30
2025-06-0342 minValley Fellowship SDA ChurchPost Sermon discussion on Luke 5:1-11Join us as we discuss Luke 5:1-11 with our panel of members. Lead by Dr. Baron SovoryGuests: Pastor Allen Sovory, Elder Debbie Enix, Pastor Heloise Smith."Make it Make Sense"
2025-05-2220 minValley Fellowship SDA ChurchPost Message Conversation "Less is More"Pastor Baron Sovory, Elder Earnestine Henry, and Kay Singleton discuss take aways from the story of Gideon.
2025-05-1714 min
La Sierra University ChurchLove Your Neighbor - The GreatestSPEAKER: Baron Sovory
DATE: February 4, 2023
2023-02-0437 min
What's the Message?What's The Message Season 3, Episode 10 - NYC Subway Mass ShootingIf you missed the tenth episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can experience it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory discuss the horrific news of the mass shooting on a New York City subway.
2022-04-1841 minWhat's the Message?What's The Message Season 3, Episode 9, with Christina JenkinsIf you missed the seventh episode of our third season of the What’s the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory welcome Christina Jenkins challenges her audience on social media to form healthy habits with abundant mindsets. On Instagram, Christina shares recommendations for cooking and prepping healthy meals, tips on staying motivated, and guidance on taking care of our mental health. She challenges us to form positive mindsets and ultimate wellness for a lifestyle of abundance.
2022-04-1135 minWhat's the Message?What's The Message Season 3, Episode 8, with Marcia Chatelain, Ph.D.McDonald’s & Black CapitalismIf you missed the seventh episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory welcome Marcia Chatelain, Ph.D., a professor of history and African American studies at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., a scholar of African American life, and culture. Chatelain is the recipient of the 2021 Pulitzer Prize in History. Her winning text, Franchise: The Golden Arches in Black America, examines the civil rights struggle and the rise of the fast-food industry in African American communities, and th...
2022-04-0441 minWhat's the Message?What’s The Message Season 3, Episode 7 - Kentanji Brown Jackson NominationIf you missed the seventh episode of our third season of the What’s the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory to discuss Supreme Court nomination of Judge Kentanji Brown Jackson, the fear of CRT, and Cory Booker’s words to Judge Brown Jackson. There was also a segment with Donna Green Goodman relating to food during the pandemic.The What’s the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouTube channels every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Washington D.C. Time) with the audio replays postin...
2022-03-2831 minWhat's the Message?What's the Message Season 3, Episode 6, with Khristi L. AdamsIf you missed the sixth episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory introduce this week's special guest, Khristi L. Adams, author of Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way.The What's the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouTube channels every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Washington D.C. Time) with the audio replays posting to all major podcasting networks on Mondays. Enjoy, give us your feedback, and by all means, SHARE.
2022-03-2141 minWhat's the Message?What's the Message Season 3, Episode 5, with Special Guests From the Emmett Till OperaIf you missed the fourth episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory introduce this week's special guests, Robert Anthony Mack, Lucia Bradford, and Mary Watkins from Emmett Till, The Opera. It is a show that aims to offer parallels of Till's death in 1955 with the contemporary loss of Black lives. With performances on March 23 & 24, the show explores themes of social justice, white silence, and racial inequality.The What's the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouT...
2022-03-171h 01What's the Message?What's the Message Season 3, Episode 4, with Pastor Wintley PhippsIf you missed the fourth episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory introduce this week's special guest, Pastor Wintley Phipps, Founder, President, and CEO of the US Dream Academy.The What's the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouTube channels every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Washington D.C. Time) with the audio replays posting to all major podcasting networks on Mondays. Enjoy, give us your feedback, and by all means, SHARE.
2022-03-1755 minWhat's the Message?What's the Message? Season 3, Episode 3, with Special Guest, Terry FordeWe are back ... again! If you missed the third episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela and cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory introduce this week's special guest, Terry Forde. Mr. Forde has been serving as CEO of Adventist Health Care, Inc. since 2014.The What's the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouTube channels every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Washington D.C. Time) with the audio replays posting to all major podcasting networks on Mondays. Enjoy, give us your feedback, and by all means...
2022-03-1731 minWhat's the Message?What's the Message? Season 3, Episode 2, with Special Guests, Pastor John Nixon, II and April NixonWe are back ... again! If you missed the second episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, has extra support during this episode - cohosts, Pastor Baron Sovory, Phillip Warfield, and L. David Harris. This week's special guests were Message Magazine's relationship columnists, Pastor John Nixon, II and April Nixon.The What's the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouTube channels every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Washington D.C. Time) with the audio replays posting to all major podcasting networks on Mondays. Enjo...
2022-03-1749 minWhat's the Message?What's the Message? Season 3, Episode 1 with Special Guests, Dr. Cornel West and Pastor Debleaire SnellWe are back! If you missed the first episode of our third season of the What's the Message podcast, you can enjoy it right now. Our Editor-in-Chief, Carmela, introduced her new cohost, Pastor Baron Sovory. This week's special guests were Dr. Cornel West and Pastor Debleaire Snell.The What's the Message video program comes to you live on our Facebook and YouTube channels every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Washington D.C. Time) with the audio replays posting to all major podcasting networks on Mondays. Enjoy, give us your feedback, and by all means, SHARE.
2022-03-1442 min
The Built To Thrive Podcast011 Coronavirus Media and the Church An Interview with Baron SovoryIn this episode I interview Baron Sovory who is a pastor and media expert. Our conversation is about how to keep the church connected, during social distancing, through the use of media. We also talk about Baron's passion for equality in ministry through his movement Non-Complaint.
2020-05-0819 min
Valley Fellowship SDA ChurchValley Fellowship Podcast - Dr. Sean McMillian "Do you know what day it is?"Valley Fellowship SDA Church April 25, 2020 worship service
Speaker: Dr. Sean McMillian
Baron Anthony Sovory, Lead Pastor
pastor@valleyfellowshipsda.org
website: valleyfellowshipsda.org
2020-04-3055 min2020-04-3029 minValley Fellowship SDA ChurchValley Fellowship Guest Preacher: Pastor Greg Nelson April 11, 2020Valley Fellowship welcomes pastor Gregory Nelson from Brooklyn New York to share the message of the morning. April 11, 2020
2020-04-3029 min2020-04-3031 min2020-04-3023 min2020-04-3020 min2020-04-3036 min2020-04-3047 min2020-04-3040 minValley Fellowship SDA ChurchPastor Baron Sovory "We Are In This Together"February 22, 2020 The first sabbath at Valley Fellowship SDA Church
2020-04-3032 min
Brooks in BabylonPastoring during a quarantineThis episode was recorded by Pastor Baron Sovory with myself and Pastor Seth Yelorda at the Mount Rubidoux church before the California lockdown was recommended by Governor Gavin Newsome.
2020-03-2030 min
Brooks in BabylonThe Non Compliant interview w/Pastor Baron SovoryWe talk to Pastor Sovory about his ministry, his movement while in Lake Tahoe
2019-04-1619 min